First time hearing Mike + The Mechanics "The Living Years" Reaction| Asia and BJ

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[@raymondd6586]

My father and I had many issues over the years, culminating in 10 years of zero communication. A nephew of mine persuaded us both to make video contact on Christmas day... 6 months later my father passed away, and I wasn't able to attend his funeral due to covid. We resolved nothing on our chat, and it was awkward as hell, but I'm glad we started a little healing in the living years. If you're in a similar situation... compromise... make the 1st move... find a way.

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here..I'm in the same situation..

[@michaelasay8587]

It's the father's fault

[@kevinmcconnell9426]

@@michaelasay8587 except in the case of causing a car accident fault is foolishness!

[@garthbekkerbuksie4338]

Same here never spoke to my old man in 11 years, he passed away 2 weeks ago, and I didn't even know he was sick. Today I feel angry and sad.... was hoping someday we would patch things up.... too late now. Regrets......

[@bovie0000]

May you and all of us heal.

[@somersetcace1]

This may be one of the most relatable songs ever written and it was expressed beautifully. A real gem in a basket of rocks.

[@Gort-Marvin0Martian]

Yes! I bet every single human ever, has had this feeling at some time. Incredible song.

[@MN_Cozy]

Amen!

[@thomasaitken7495]

It applies to soo many people in different ways.

[@paulm8908]

it doesn't speak to the pov of the departed. its just the one without an echo.

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

So true.

[@amycaraway4489]

This song encouraged me to repair a broken relationship with my father. I was able to let go of my resentment and really get to know and appreciate him. I was with him when he died and there was nothing unsaid between us. I'm grateful to have had that blessing.

[@saiyongdawn7756]

That's so beautiful. I'm glad you made peace before he passed. The same happened with me and my bio Dad. Miles apart on his death bed I forgave him. ♥️

[@daveloboda1769]

One of the most profound and emotional songs ever. Paul Carrack's voice is perfect for it.

[@suzannejane1035]

Paul Carrack is one of my fav singers, he is amazing.

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

I totally agree with you.

[@akimali]

WHOA!!!! I’ve always loved this song AND Don’t Shed a Tear and NEVER KNEW it was Paul Carrack singing both songs!!!

[@georgehampton25]

To me, it IS the most profound and emotional song ever.

[@Ontheroxxwithsalt]

This is not Paul Carrack??? It's Mike Rutherford, a founding member of the rock band Genesis, also featuring Phil Collins.

[@davidporter9921]

You can tell this song had both of you thinking.. very powerful song. the older you get the more you will appreciate this song. #missmyparents

[@MoMoMyPup10]

I was young when this came out, and now I'm not. Many, many, too many of my family and friends have passed since then. And I'm still here to write how much I think about them. I'll leave it at that.

[@laughingdoc1673]

So true.

[@fredthered2778]

To have a family and then not to have a family. Don't leave it to late

[@angusferdinandleonardojone8501]

This song was part of my grieving process when my dad passed in 2020. Always gives me chills. Great reaction.

[@deelindastimac7359]

My dad also passed in 2020 its was real hard beginning of the pandemic, sorry for your loss

[@joeladams5032]

Still part of mine

[@TheGreatGig73]

@@deelindastimac7359 Same here. My dad passed 2020 Covid

[@michaelasay8587]

@@TheGreatGig73 can I ask....was you're Dad already not in great health? And I'm very sorry

[@TheGreatGig73]

@@michaelasay8587 My Dad was healthy and full of life. No one could keep up with him. That is what made it even more difficult to believe.

[@hackapump]

The last verse always gets me, how he senses an echo of his father in his newborn's tears. The circle of life.

[@saiyongdawn7756]

Amen. 🥺

[@leesmith4028]

Best line in song ❤

[@danzollner9627]

Small detail, but I love that the first chorus has a childrens choir, and then they introduce a choir of the generation before. Both singing the same sentiment.

[@kateingram6987]

oh, thanks for this.. I'll watch again!

[@nonsuch]

Great song. "Mike" is Mike Rutherford from Genesis and the singer is Paul Carrack. Amazing singer.

[@chrisa4695]

Paul Carrack was also the lead singer for Ace whose 1975 hit “How Long” is an absolute classic. He put out some good solo material as well

[@notanotherenigma7759]

Paul Carrick also did some vocals for UK Squeeze, and he did a great version of Every Time That You Walk In The Room.

[@surlechapeau]

Paul sings lead on Squeeze's "Tempted" as well.

[@laurawallis7093]

Love Paul Carracks song 'When you walk in the room'😄

[@sallybannister6224]

Mike and a friend B.A Robertson l8st their Dad's, so wrote this . Every time that you walk in the room is a 60s song by The Sesrchers I think not a Paul C. original 🤔

[@johnflynn5044]

think I caught his spirit Later that same year I'm sure I heard his echo In my baby's new born tears I just wish I could have told him in the living years.. OUCH some of the most beautiful and profound lyrics Ive heard

[@ladydawgfan4832]

The bitterest tears shed at funerals are for words left unsaid and deeds left undone.

[@Mainecoonlady.]

Still makes me cry…. ❤️🪄❤️. Notice the two choirs. Children on left, older on right. Great video.

[@AsiaandBJ]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jdbroders64]

This song gives tears to my eyes every time I listen. My father passed away last year, and we had not spoken in many years. I so regret it and this song just makes me cry because I know exactly how Mike feels/felt the regret. It kills me every time...

[@Johnathansyt]

I lost my dad 2 months ago after a year long battle with lung cancer. I miss him every day and am so thankful I was able to take him back to the ocean after 30+ years of being away. It’s these memories I will cherish forever. Still, as the song says, I had so much more I wish I could’ve told him and experienced with him. F#@k cancer! I love you dad, forever and always.

[@cpete2976]

I'm so sorry for your loss but I'm glad you had a good relationship with him. I lost my Dad sux months ago to dementia and was at his bedside when he died. We had a good relationship with just minor issues. One thing that really helped me was writing a letter to him after he passed; I put all my emotions, good and bad, into it and thanked him for all he had done. I sealed it in an envelope and had the funeral home put it in his casket. I did the same thing when my Mom passed away. I sobbed while writing each letter but felt such relief after. You might want to put all your thoughts about your Dad on paper. It might help. Best wishes.

[@Johnathansyt]

My condolences as well and thank you for the insight. I had about the same relationship with my dad as you, with your father. We were never that close as he was a very private man, but we had a mutual understanding of many things in life, mostly unsaid. Anyhow, I appreciate the understanding.

[@stevemadrid6522]

Sorry for your loss.

[@jamesrobbison]

Check out their other hits "Silent Running" (my favorite) and "All I Need Is a Miracle", both are great songs.

[@actaeon299]

Definitely these 2 songs.

[@NoCanDu]

Taken In. This first album is a no-skip record for me!

[@kevinminne1460]

I was lucky as when my Father passed away 5 years ago there was nothing left unsaid between us, that has helped me over the years. This song still makes me sad mostly for those who had trouble with someone so close to them like a parent.

[@AGoat1971]

Paul Carrack is singing, Mike Rutherford is the guitar player.

[@surlechapeau]

Paul Carrack, singer/keyboardist was in the bands Ace, Roxy Music and Squeeze(1 year). He sings lead on Squeeze's "Tempted"and Ace's "How Long". Very underrated singer!

[@joeymcbrayer]

This song still makes me cry every time I hear it. Absolutely beautiful song!

[@alanshepherd4304]

My dad passed away in 2017, yes we had issues when I was younger, what father son doesn't!! As a direct result of this song, thankfully we resolved all our issues before he died, we could go to the pub and enjoy a pint, chat about our tastes in music and have a laugh😂 So glad we did!!😁😁🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🍻

[@davidjames8031]

Sorry for your loss. My dad passed Jan, 2020. Thankfully, we had a close relationship and I still miss him dearly. The part of the song that gets me is when he said he wasn't there the morning his dad died. I wasn't either. He died suddenly of cardiac arrest. I wanted to tell him one more time how much I loved him and how he meant the world to me. ❤️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@cocoboobenstein]

Asia realizing what this is about is priceless. There’s only one first time listening to this.

[@potooleftl]

When Phil Collins broke up with the later version of Genesis and went solo, Mike Rutherford formed Mike and the Mechanics. They were actually considered a supergroup.

[@bscott5965]

Actually, Mike formed the group in the early 80's when Genesis was in between albums. The first album was fantastic. Taken In and Silent Running were big hits. Still have it on vinyl

[@mikemitchell4960]

i lost my dad less then a year ago, we were the best of friend,s , he was a good guy , he was a good teacher , hard not to shed a tear on this one,great job guys,peace

[@jennbienvenue804]

"We all talk a different language, talking in defense" so true. Great song, inspires great conversation. Thanks for covering it.

[@jasonmadden2940]

I love this song and it still hits me hard. I miss my DAD.

[@gregscupholm1695]

Miss mine too! Peace, Jason.

[@Dee-JayW]

Miss mine every day. Hugs.

[@lawrencesilver4661]

I envy people who had a father worth missing.

[@TheCkent100]

Truly a beautiful song. I only had my father in my life for 20 years, and since he had alzheimers when he passed, I really only had him mentally in my life for 18 years. I was able to tell him all the things I had to say before the end, I'm just not sure how much he was able to comprehend. So, don't wait. By the way, that wasn't "Mike" singing. Mike Rutherford is the guitarist. He is also the guitarist for Genesis. The lead singer on this song is the incredible Paul Carrack.

[@socialisttears8940]

I only had mine for 11. What I wouldn’t give for an extra 9. Consider yourself blessed my friend.

[@phoenixman8569]

I had older parents, mother had surgery to remove a serious brain tumor in 1978 when I was 8 or 9, which she never fully recovered from, she went into a nursing home shortly after graduated high school and passed away in 1997 when I was 27, that was 25 years ago this year, she was a sweet loving lady who never had a bad thing to say about anyone, I still think of her often...

[@SUZABELLA34]

I have heard this song a million times.. And I still cry every single time! Make amends people! God bless!

[@anthonyleger68]

I love when reactors understand and "get" the message a song conveys as well as just enjoys the music. You two do this very well. I really enjoy your channel for that reason.

[@GreatBIF]

Yeah but they laugh later and no tears. So I don't feel they "take it in" for real...

[@RABIDJOCK]

There is not a lot to get in this song. All the anger and distance. Silly fueds that you can't even recall. Let it all go and reach out.. You and they will be a long time dead...

[@bobschenkel7921]

Yet another off-shoot of Genesis, the "Mike" in Mike and The Mechanics, is Guitarist Mike Rutherford and the singer is Paul Carrick, who has been with several groups. Don't know the rest, sorry. A very impactful song.

[@garyarnett1220]

The song was written by M& M's Mike Rutherford who was the guitarist from Genesis. Paul Carrack was chosen for lead vocals

[@andrewfitzgerald4446]

The music was Mike Rutherford people forget the Lyrics were written by B A Robertson

[@fuiplu]

When that choir kicks in..Every emotion hits me..Paul Carrack is simply phenomenal

[@rudifischer648]

Asia and BJ thanks for bringing me today to your channel. I have lived one life and I am close to reaching my end, yet I sit here and listen to the words and your expressions about the meaning of life. I never knew my father. Late in life I looked to put together my 'old' family. When it was presented to me, it was to late. My father passed five years before I found him and his family. Now, I am the father and although I have three sons, they are estranged to me. The generation gap caused us to thrift apart. I am from the Vietnam era and my sons wanted nothing to do with anything that I ever did. I have laid out my final resting place and no one, other than my wife, knows my wishes. I will leave this Earth just like my entrance, alone and smiling. I wish to be cremated; my ashes are to be strewn over the ocean. No headstone, no traces left behind, just like I lived for 19 years working for Uncle Sam. Thanks for reading this old man's trial and tribulations. Keep up the excellent work. I will be back to listen to more of your music.

[@blackwolf6082]

This song makes me emotional every time I hear it. There is so much more I wanted to tell my mother

[@randallterry4707]

This is one of the greatest songs from the 80s. So emotional and so true. Love you guys!!!!

[@stephenelliott1135]

This song makes me think about my dad.

[@dfusit]

The moment when Asia & BJ got the meaning… priceless. Don’t wait folks, call that person today.

[@garybennett7835]

I remember hearing this on the car radio just after my father passed away, it’s very hard to keep on the road with tears in your eyes !

[@forevalearning]

I wish I could have said goodbye to my Dad before he passed but I was too late trying to get home. I'm glad I told him I loved him the last time I saw him, and I had this feeling of non-closure like I needed him to hear me say goodbye. So I wrote a poem "Only a Whisper Away" dedicated to him. Nice reaction Asia and BJ ❤️

[@mariaaparecidamonteiroojed8934]

Ele está vivo por favor me respondam em português

[@grahamgresty8383]

The year this song came out my father died and 6 months later my son was born. My father only got to see 1 one his 4 grandchildren and I cried when explaining what this song meant to me to my brother.

[@melodymcdonald2140]

The wonderful Paul Carrack is doing the vocals on this. You’ve probably heard him on other songs like Silent Running, Tempted (Sqeeze), and How Long Has This Been Going On (Ace). He is one of my favorite, favorite vocalists and it’s like no one else has heard of him. He’s from the UK, has been around since the ‘70s and has a great solo career, too. He’s mostly R&B, Soul, Funk, Blues, and Pop, but the man can sing the phone book if he wants to and I’ll listen to him. I really really wish someone would react to some of his songs… your ears will thank you.

[@pleutron]

Tempted is a great underrated song. Love it!!!

[@chrisa4695]

Ace - How Long and Squeeze - Tempted are two of my favorite songs.

[@pleutron]

@@chrisa4695 Also love Squeeze song Heaven Knows from the soundtrack for Hackers.

[@allencrameriii9305]

My mother (God rest her beautiful soul) used this song @ her father's funeral. Both gone but never forgotten! I LOVE YOU R.I.P.

[@mariebishop7357]

This song really hits home for me. Both of my parents passed away last year,within days of each other. My mom and I were good, because we had always talked about everything. But my dad was very closed off, and I could never get him to to have a heart to heart talk about anything. So when he passed away, we had so many unresolved issues that will now never be cleared up because of both of our stubbornness. Tell them what you need to say, because you might miss your chance, like my dad and I did.

[@deantitus9734]

I'm truly sorry for your loss Marie!! I lost my dad 22 years ago in March and, unfortunately, I had to be the first person in my family to find out that he had died. The first few lines of the last verse said it all: I wasn't there that morning When my father passed away I didn't get to tell him All the things I had to say Even though I did manage to tell him that I loved him before he died, the hurt was still the same. It never gets any easier sweetie!! MUAH!!!!!🙂💋❤️

[@tropenkindje1]

Paul Carrack is still an amazing singer. Saw him in concert last week. He still sang his heart out singing this song.

[@MrPolleyr]

I am almost 70 years old. I learned this lesson many years ago, I tell the people I love, that I love them…..almost every day. I strive to never let a disagreement last very long, and I “allow” people to have a different opinion than mine on anything. We may walk away on opposite sides of an issue, but I always make sure that they know I love them, regardless. This makes for a peaceful, joyful, contented life. I wouldn’t want it any other way. Great reaction. Very real.😍

[@julieford8788]

Absolutely beautiful song. I cry every time! It reminds me of my father who died in 1986…. All the things we never got to say to each other… him not seeing me get married and having kids. Him never meeting his grandkids and great grandchildren. I do see him in their faces though.., his sense of humor and my son has his hands. He would’ve been so proud to be a Papa. 💙💕

[@chrishobson6431]

He has met them Julie. He has.

[@joelliebler5690]

Paul Carack is an amazing lead singer from the band ACE, SQUEEZE. and Mike And The Mechanics.With the smooth instrumentals and great lyrics, Paul with the back up vocals really put the emotions to the forefront!

[@cjr1324]

The reason great music is universal and brings people together is that great songs reflect the human condition. Doesn't matter where you come from. I'm a 55 year old husband, father, small business owner. And I very much enjoy watching you two young people from Texas (I think). Music did that, or was at least the genesis of it. There are things we all experience that help us relate to one another. Writing great lyrics is not easy to do. Some great songs are stories about experiences. Some, a great many, are about love and relationships. Very few are about mortality. This song is so powerful. It makes you want to pick up the phone and call your parents, siblings, friends you haven't spoken with in a while. It encourages you to set aside the petty disagreements, to engage, to share......cause you never know what tomorrow brings.

[@kurtullrich805]

When I first heard this song, I had to call my Dad and tell him I loved him...0ur relationship changed that day...love you guys...keep reacting to these wonderful songs...

[@DanielLopez-br9dh]

My father passed away this past January 26th and this song was the first that popped in my head, I made a video of picture clips with this song playing. Such a great song!

[@timfrazier7589]

My dad died when I was 6years old 😢and know I'm 68 this song still brings back memories 😢1989 this song was released 😢my girl 👧 was 4 years old ❤😢😢

[@anthonyfieldhouse9691]

The song was written by Mike Rutherford who was the guy in the video with the little boy. It was about his relationship with his father. A beautiful song.

[@anthonyblakely399]

This song always gets to me.....I cry every time I heard it.......so many things I wanted to say to my Beloved ones.....and didn't say......Beautiful song and was in the top 5 on the music chart. "All I Need Is A Miracle" is another great song from Mike & The Mechanics.

[@ericmorgan204]

One of the most beautiful and insightful songs ever written. Imo

[@karenj3611]

I lost my father 2 years ago this week from Covid-19. Didn't get to be with when he passed, so glad we left nothing unsaid.

[@TheNewRevolution]

This song makes me think of my grandfather. I was 19 when I lost him. When he became terminal, I lost all nerve to see him. I had no quarrel with him but I didn't feel emotionally strong enough to be around him. I didn't want to feel the pain of loosing him. I was naive enough to think I could avoid it and just not deal with it. It saddens me to think that I let him go through that without my support. He was my father because mine died when I was only 2. I had a lot to learn about grief and the stubbornness to not allow anyone to advise me on it. I remember telling other relatives that I just couldn't bring myself to see him. That I was choosing to remember him the way he was. I could lie to them but I couldn't lie to myself. I tried. I had lost others but no one that I loved so deeply. The pain and regret still linger. I guess it will always be there in the back of my mind until I think about it. Because I handled it so poorly it's never fresh. It's not like the pain you feel remembering the day someone died. He lived for months. So there's no day, it's like that day happened a thousand times. It's much different than other losses I've suffered. I handled those differently and I'm thankful I did. Acknowledging my mistake is cathartic in many ways but I will never have peace. My hope is someone will read this and not make the same mistake.

[@TheNewRevolution]

@Hally74 Thanks for your kind words.

[@mikel5222]

Thanks for this one. This song has a special meaning to me. I lost my Dad when he was just 51. I didn't want to admit the reality of his situation. I called him at the hospital the night before he died and I told him I would see him in the morning. He passed away before I arrived. He never saw the birth of my sons and when my second son was born, I felt a strong presence of my father. So the line that says "I wasn't there that morning when my father passed away....... I'm sure I heard his echo in my newborn's tears...." gets me everytime. We did not have a combative relationship, but I was too young to see the gravity of his situation and I regret not talking to him about it when I could

[@shaunwallace6132]

My father and I didn't speak for 15 yrs. Over that time I would hear this song and my mind would instantly go to my dad. Only in the last 2 yrs have we reconnected and I'm so happy we did. Dont live with regrets people

[@toddhutchins2492]

I've always loved this song. It always brings tears to my eyes because I remember the relationship with my natural father (or lack thereof). When he was in the hospital he was showing everyone pictures of my daughter saying, "This is my granddaughter," when he could have met her and talked to her. She never got to meet him.

[@jopay142]

My father passed away in 2010, and one thing I made sure before his death was that he knew just how much I loved him and thanked him for the lessons, the wisdom and the joy he spread around him. This song so reminds me of him... Great great choice guys. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.

[@TripletDad3]

Today is my step-father's birthday, and he passed away a little more than two years ago. He was my dad from day one, and never treated as anything other than his son, even after he and my mom divorced. We had a good relationship, although we disagreed about some things and we had our moments when we didn't speak, but they were brief. Thankfully, I got to say everything I wanted to say before he passed, and I think he did too. I thought about this song when he was sick, and I made sure he knew how I felt about him and what he meant to me before he passed, and that made it easier to deal with when he died. Happy heavenly birthday, dad!

[@DadInTaiwan]

My biological father ran off while my mom was pregnant with me. I never met him nor even saw a photo of him. However, when I was 13 my mom met and married a wonderful man who treated her like a queen and became the best father ever to me. Sadly, he died just 11 years later from a massive heart attack. I totally understand how a stepdad can be a REAL father like yours and mine were. He's been gone 35 years and I still tear up when I hear this song.

[@maryjoslin8617]

This is such a great song!!! I WISH the radio stations were playing songs like this again like they did in the 80s ....very powerfulf and beautiful!! Thanks fior highlighting it!!

[@jenniferward8902]

This song brings me to tears every single time. When he says that he heard his father's echo in his baby's newborn tears it's so powerful!

[@candyalmetrabaxter7871]

I wasn't there that afternoon when my daddy died, it's what the song says...(08-05-2014) this song could never not leave me crying...daddy was a motown/Bob Marey type of guy but what make this song even more painful was that he liked THIS SONG....It took me 6yrs to truly listen to this song once more (with tears).

[@vegaswillie]

You know you have some powerful lyrics when the song is finished before anybody mentions his incredible voice. Great reaction.

[@brianwilson7314]

Song hits home for me. My dad died in 2001. I left home at 18, never told him bye or anything. He battled bi polar for many, many years. He became a wanderer, and was hit by a pick up truck in Texas. He lived in Illinois. So many things I left unsaid.

[@SmithShooter9mm]

An absolutely beautiful song! My dad died in 1986. This song really helped me.

[@garyfallows1123]

Paul Carrack is one of the most underrated songwriters ever, I have seen him in concert as a solo artist many times, he has been in many bands and written for many different artists including the Eagles, check out their other stuff, Begger on a beach of Gold, Nobody's Perfect, Another cup of coffee, Silent Running, All I need is a Miracle

[@jamesnorrisbarrett8927]

but he didn't write this song....

[@garyfallows1123]

I don't think I said he wrote it

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here....Sometimes I can listen to this and sometimes not..With tears in my eyes...Asia you are so right about BITTERNESS..My own bitterness comes from my childhood..I SUFFERED TREMENDOUSLY...Yet I still love them..Asia..You're insight and advice was phenomenal ❤..You both are a blessing to my life...Thank you with all my heart..!

[@shayneerwin2809]

Another fantastic Mike and the Mechanics song is Over my Shoulder

[@jeffkuipers1030]

i'm now in my mid 50's when my dad passed away in 2011 this song hit home and i still get choked up and still cry everytime i listen to it.

[@kevinrussell1144]

You guys are great, and I envy you hearing this for the first time. When I was a kid, this song had such feeling and his voice was so melodic and musical I thought Mike was black. Truth is, music has no color attached. Thanks for playing it; brings back lots of good (and sad) memories. My dad passed many years ago, before I could say lots of things I needed to say. We live, and if we're lucky, we learn and grow. Bless you two.

[@CharleneRoozRE]

The VERY first time I hear this song was in 1989. My Mom and I were at the hairdressers getting ready for my Dad's funeral-we thought we would treat ourselves,-but man I totally broke down and sobbed. We didn't have a great relationship, but I loved him. I miss him.

[@bluesky-rb8fn]

This song came out the same year my daughters father died!! They were sooo close her and i grieved so hard together he was so good, so good she was only 11 yrs. Old!! Soar with the angels Al,, and keep watching over our one and only child!!!!

[@johnmaloney5912]

Such a beautiful and soul touching song. I cry every time I hear this, it’s so sad 😢

[@loisrogers2511]

This song always makes me tear up. I regret not telling my father many things. Understanding his actions and appreciation of so many small things. Instead...we argued. Such regret. 😥

[@jeffstevens4262]

I love that the choir in the second part of the video is made up from middle aged people and older, the very people the song is all about.

[@Trishpage312]

So I haven’t heard this song in over 20 years. My father and I are no longer speaking. I had so wine tonight and yes… I’m mad and I’m sad. I was 22 when this came out. I was so blessed with this music in my prime. This is a blessing to so many others to hear this music again. I took it for granted. Thank you for this.

[@glsdaisy]

....and so....

[@donaldwhite1928]

Please make things right don’t let pride get in the way whether it’s his fault or yours for whatever the reason. If you don’t fix it and if one of you pass it will eat at you the rest of your life and it late to fix it

[@ericguner]

BJ and Asia, you are gonna get a lot of love for reacting to this song! Everyone who has a heart can hear the power of the Living Years! Beautiful, reaction! Beautiful music that warms the heart! We are only here for a short time then we are gone! God bless everyone!

[@seandobson6221]

The Mike from this group is Mike Rutherford who was the guitarist for Genesis and this was a side project Mike did. It’s a beautiful song.

[@MamaT160]

Never, ever, for any possible reason, should we leave important things unsaid.. The last words I said to and heard from both my parents was "I love you." I treasure that fact. We had our bad times, my stupid teenage anger, their marriage issues, and yet, we were blessed to be unified for many years before they died. Talking is hard, and the truth sometimes hurts, but leave no regrets. Powerful song.

[@sonofthesea3298]

"The grown up son" in this video,and the guitarist in Mike & The Mechanics is Mike Rutherford,that plays in Genesis with Phil Collins. Mike & The Mechanics had 2 vocalists,Paul Carrack (in this video) and Paul Young. It became Mikes side project especially after Genesis decided to take a break the first time around. Such a sad end to this band,with them losing theyr keyboardist and drummer (Adrian Lee & Peter Van Hooke wich never got replaced) ,then out of the blue Paul Young died of heart attack,so being only a duo left Mike and Paul Carrack decided that "this band has ran its course", But yeah,Mike Rutherford is the brains behind this band. Just pure talent that comes from Genesis,every member is insanely talented! This song both moves me deeply,educates me,makes me reflect over my own life and decisions,and admire the pure beauty and message of this song. When 1 song gives you that much,you know its a masterpiece! PS: If you havent heard theyr "Over My Shoulder",i highly suggest it. It is a much for happier vibed song,but also with great points and a good message.

[@sealdrup]

From Wikipedia: In 1996, famed composer Burt Bacharach opined that the song was one of the finest lyrics of the last ten years. That is some pretty high praise.

[@NotStanleyTucci]

Paul Carrack is terribly underrated. He also sang “Tempted” with Squeeze.

[@NoCanDu]

I have. Few of his solo records. Fantastic!

[@mharris7380]

Wow I didn't know that.

[@toddwestphal7953]

He also was the singer of Ace’s song How Long from the 70’s

[@brocklanders796]

I love this and also Tempted its a great song.

[@markewing7898]

Talented musician as well, keyboards, guitar and others. Regular member of Eric Claptons band and really great live.

[@TheCornishCockney]

Pride has been my downfall on many occasions. This song hits home,hard.

[@michaelroques743]

The way this song came about was Mike Rutherford's, guy on guitar with the beard, dad passed away. Him and his dad had issues. He asked the singer, Paul Carrack, to write a song for his dad.

[@jeCktHeReal]

i don't listen to this song often, but whenever I get to it I can never do it without shedding a tear - is this one of the best songs of all time?!

[@stevious7278]

Six months ago I re-established contact with a brother I had not seen or spoken to in over 25 years. I am now 67 and he was 75; so neither of us is getting any younger and I felt it was important to reconcile out differences and realize that in the end we are different people. I am so glad we patched things up because three weeks later he died suddenly. The point is that we never know when we are going to die; it may be decades away, or we may get hit by a car when we next walk out the door. You never know. There is an old saying; "Never let the sun set on anger". You do not want to spend the rest of your days with regrets. Life is to beautiful to be filled with resentment, jealousy, anger and the rest. peace from Australia.

[@Sober2003]

Being in early recovery when my pop was sick I was going away on a retreat and before I went I sat with my father and made my amends for all my wrongs growing up and what I put him through.And he looked at me half way thru and said you don’t have to do this. It’s ok. But I told him I had to do it and he said go ahead I understand. I’m so glad I got to say the things I was sorry for. It was important. And I understood how he felt because I have a son of my own that has hurt me but I love him unconditionally! Great video thanks 🌻👍👌❤️

[@tiffanycoates431]

This song takes me back to Middle School…… it also gives me ALL the feels! The words to this song, just hit so different & so hard now! I just lost my father on January 28, 2022 and I just wish I could talk to him 1 more time….. To say, “Daddy, I love you! Any problems we’ve ever had, do NOT matter! All that matters is that we love each other!” 💔💔💔💯💯💯💗💗💗

[@jonhenke1504]

Not one of my favorite groups or bands but still one of the most powerful emotional beautifully worded songs ever written or sung!! If you give this song an honest listen and don't get a tear in your eye, you are not human!

[@squidkid2]

This is an underappreciated gem of a song. Talk to your family now and don't wait. This was definitely on MTV.

[@no2all]

Those brilliant vocals were supplied by Paul Carrack who has a terrific career. The hit he first had was "How Long" by Ace back in 1975. He had another big hit with the band Squeeze with "Tempted". He had "Living Years" and "Silent Running (On Dangerous Ground)" with Mike + The Mechanics. Also had a solo hit with "Don't Shed a Tear" back in 1987. Phil Collins once described Carrack as an "incredible voice" who "could sing the telephone directory". In fact, the BBC declared him "The Man with the Golden Voice". His collaborations are a who's who in Rock.

[@brettmarlar4154]

This video was in HEAVY rotation on MTV when it came out. This song is from the mid 80's when MTV ruled all. Granted it may have been before you discovered it, and may have made its way onto VH1 by then. But this is a timeless classic with a universal message.

[@raymondreid4987]

Mike Rutherford Genesis lead guitarist is so under rated theses are classic rock song about hope and love. One of my favorite bands.

[@Isleofskye]

Being a very open, verbose, and expressive person,I don't have a great deal of time for those who are so engrossed in their own lives that they do not find the time or inclination to try to patch up family differences or issues with friends because at nearly 68 in London,I know that things can suddenly change. My wonderful Dad died on the 11th April 1971 and 51 years later I still miss him and my Darling Mum passed while I was on the last day, totally unexpectedly, while I was on holiday in Portugal in 1996 so 26 years later I am comforted in knowing I told her almost every day how much I loved her...

[@Dee-JayW]

My dad, my rock, died in 2015 and I cry every time I hear this song…there were unsaid things that bother me to this day. Beautiful song ! 😭

[@seanrafferty8251]

I always feel that people that have passed away can read your minds!! Therefore, they are always right there to communicate with!! If you choose to ask them a question, you can "feel" their answer!! This attempt has always been comforting for me and does keep them alive for me!!

[@bonniebolden3420]

I lost both my parents five years ago, I took care of them, while working a full-time job, paid CNA'S to take care of them. It was my pure joy to do it. All the great memories and tears when close family wouldn't help. Now my two nieces and brother from Colorado did, but God's grace and mercy. Would do it all over again. Boy do I miss them.

[@roymiller2859]

I'm sure this song would be in a lot of people's favourite ten records. Beautifully sang.

[@smokingzombiefilms]

This song never fails to bring a tear. Dad & I had so many tough times but at the same time, many good times. I miss him everyday.

[@seventhskin1]

" Silent Running" by Mike + the Mechanics is another great song! The lyrics are so intriguing, especially when you hear them in the context of today's world when you contemplate where we could be heading as a society if we're not careful. Even as a young kid hearing this song, I got an almost erie feeling like I understood it. It made so much sense that I always remembered it as a warning of a world we never want to allow. Great song, borderline prophetic...