James Blunt - Dark Thought (Acoustic)

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Lyrics:
I drove up the hill just to say goodbye,
But all I found was a For Sale sign.
Put my hand on the gate and there’s tears in my eyes,
And all that’s been left since the minute you died,
Are the chandeliers in the trees and ceramic bees,
But now they’re just covered in leaves.
My hands are shaking as I type in the code.
The gate doesn’t open, just a voice that says, “no”.
But I know inside there’s a piece of your soul,
That they’re painting over and everything else will be sold.
And the piano that played on its own is not playing no more.
I wish that you had called somebody.
And if I wasn’t there, I’m sorry.
You made me believe you were strong.
I wish you had called me and told me that something was wrong.
So goodbye to my best friend ever.
I can’t believe you’re gone forever.
I came up to find you today,
Cause I finally found all the words that I needed to say.
But a dark thought got there first.
They buried your ashes in a Prozac pill,
And all the vultures came to chew on your will.
I hate that you’re gone and the questions you leave,
And it’s sad that your daughter’s not talking to me.
Well, I can’t draw a heart so I drew you a star on the Hollywood Boulevard.
I wish that you had called somebody.
And if I wasn’t there, I’m sorry.
You made me believe you were strong.
I wish you had called me and told me that something was wrong.
So goodbye to my best friend ever.
I can’t believe you’re gone forever.
I came up to find you today,
Cause I finally found all the words that I needed to say.
But a dark thought got there first.
I drove up the hill just to say goodbye,
But all I found was a For Sale sign.
Put my hand on the gate and there’s tears in my eyes,
And all that’s been left since the minute you died,
Are the chandeliers in the trees and ceramic bees,
But now they’re just covered in leaves.

[@tamaraenodi9820]

RIP Carrie, such a beautiful tribute to her.

[@Whoismyname999]

I’m so sorry to everyone who lost there best friend. Love your music James. ❤️

[@Dani-ICU-RN]

My husband & Dad both passed last Tuesday...... Can't wrap my head around it

[@sebringchandler-finch80]

My best friend for 30 years died a couple of months ago. Also, a very dear friend was killed in a car accident, and I am just trying to cone to terms of the losses.

[@icherishcrochetandknit309]

Jesus Hernandez, Jr. Garryowen!!

[@Straddllw]

Stay strong. Spend some time with friends and heal. My partner passed away in 2022. She was only 27 and was diagnosed with late stage cancer only a month prior. It doesn’t stop hurting but you will be happy again I promise.

[@gabrielletanner5339]

My husband passed away beside me in january23 after looking after him for four years on my own.

[@joshuadrew5223]

One of the best songs you've ever done! RIP Carrie.

[@icherishcrochetandknit309]

Best one ever.

[@MichiganMike]

I had to stop this in the middle of the song, Goosebumps from my head to my toes, I thought of my best friend last night, who I could not find a month before it was to late, after soaking up the liquid from my eyes and continued the song, you rock buddy

[@Caperhere]

It seems your most penetrating songs come from darkness. The empathy contained within you to feel the world that way must be heart rending. You are truly special, James Blunt.

[@thersia6797]

Cantar a realidade com sentimentos tristes, não significa trevas, escuridão? Más,verdadeiros sentimentos da alma,do coração,Trevas significa escuridão ,no máximo ele expressa lastimar,tristeza por acontecimentos vividos,adoro a expressão de realidades com a junção de vivências(I'm love this músics!)'_'♥️🇧🇷✌🏼🎧

[@gabrielagajda2460]

A story cut from real life. So many people leave because we think everything is fine. We think it's ok because we want to think that way so as not to get involved in other people's problems. Sometimes, behind the smile and the words "it's great", there is pain, suffering and dark thoughts. Only after death do we ask questions that will never be answered. Sometimes it's enough to hold your hand, let each other talk, or just be silent together. The words "you can count on me" are only words if they are not backed up by actions. Let this song be an inspiration to others. If it saves even one life, it's worth it.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@NirvanaNirvana-r5c]

RIP Matthew Perry

[@Maderlololohio]

Thank you ❤ essential and crucial wisdom here

[@gabrielagajda2460]

@@Maderlololohio 🫶🫶

[@trevortaylor4113porsche]

This gave me tingles, when a song touches the soul like James blunt can, he enters your soul and says remember me don't forget me, I absolutely love his music and voice, the man is a legend before his time

[@mohammedusman1130]

James blunt beautiful voice

[@unlowlife]

I agree

[@paulmuter6672]

Incredible stuff. You never fail to produce Blunty. Hope Carrie can hear it up there.

[@michaeljohngarpida8037]

Still aging like fine wine. The voice is still beautiful and full of emotions. Cheers!

[@samisticlife]

Totally... gets a lot of stick on social media. So glad he fights back with his quirky comments. Just hope it doesn't really bother him

[@mohammedusman1130]

Sir James blunt its gone be ok its my favourite songs sir

[@dylanwork8637]

I´m so grateful for God for made this man

[@fredrikmagnusson6469]

James, this hit me really hard. My dad had cancer and fought it for ten years. He wasn't present when i grew up and we found a relation just a couple of years before he passed. Our contact was sporadic and hard, and one time he called to ask to borrow a few dollars and i couldn't because i had none but portrayed myself as having a stable life. So i said no and we had a fight. A few weeks later he ended up in a hospital on his death bed, he has starved himself to death. And i can't forgive myself for that... The fight we had pierced his heart so badly that he finally gave up and let the cancer take him. I have trouble living with it.

[@Caperhere]

Parents are not supposed to borrow money from their children. Fathers who choose to not be involved in the lives of the children they create, who lent no support in their youth, especially have no right to ask for money or anything else from their children. Don’t feel bad about such a selfish person. He was fortunate to know you at all, having missed the endless love you had to give when you were a child. I’m sorry you are grieving.It’s a process all children must eventually experience, but please don’t waste any more of your energy than you have to on him. You deserve to surround yourself with supportive, loving, and kind people. They will enrich your life, just as you enrich theirs. Kind regards.❤

[@cathywilson3146]

As a teenager lucky enough to have grown up in the 70's, loving lyrics and an eclectic taste in music, I was an ardent David Bowie fan. The lyrics in all of these songs are not only intelligently put together with wonderful melodies, they are evocative and emotive. Truly wonderful, thank you for bringing me back to this kind of music.

[@EvaSmart-iv6fg]

I am crying hearing this song Dark Thought... I did tell someone lots of someone's. I'm still here struggling but I'm grateful for every good thing in my life. James Blunt is one human being who really gets it.

[@brinakranjc6186]

The emotion in your voice and on your face is so raw, so beautiful. RIP Carrie 😢

[@K.mi_delirio]

as a person with these thoughts this song hurts too much... You are a great Artist and the new album is another diamond. Thank you for your music!!!

[@lucho65500]

Omg, this one breaks anyone 😢 what an amazing song 🥹

[@allisondee8067]

Sorry for loss you have just made everyone out there lost great friend your showing your emotions your love through this song so beautiful great memories keep with you your frien lookingvdown biggest smile proud off you what just done wonderful message out there too the world voice beautiful ❤

[@estrellariverasilverman9795]

Message in tune cuts like a knife, either it hits a home or hits the emphatic nature of human existence! Both ways pierced

[@morgancook1980]

You are such a blessing and have such an incredible talent to move people. I've been unfortunate enough to lose three parents and a good friend to those dark thoughts and that haunts me every day at 20 years old. Grieving is its own process, but as soon as things get easier there's just something new to grieve about. This is exactly what I needed to hear on probably one of my roughest days since my dad's in July. Thank you a ton. This is beautifully written.

[@NAIMED713]

Sorry for all your loss, be strong 💪 the storm always passes, if it comes back again just know that it’ll pass as well. I’ve lost my mother when I was 11, can’t imagine what you must be going through, wish you the best!

[@Kookka_]

No one’s gone forever. Someday you’ll meet again and pain will turn into celebration ❤

[@LeggendaVinci]

Lyrics: I drove up the hill just to say goodbye But all I found was a "For Sale" sign Put my hand on the gate and there's tears in my eyes And all that's been left since the minute you died Are the chandeliers in the trees and ceramic bees But now they're just covered in leaves My hands are shaking as I type in the code The gate doesn't open, just a voice that says, "No" But I know inside there's a piece of your soul That they're painting over and everything else will be sold And the piano that played on its own is not playing no more I wish that you had called somebody And if I wasn't there, I'm sorry You made me believe you were strong I wish you had called me and told me that something was wrong So goodbye to my best friend ever I can't believe you're gone forever I came up to find you today 'Cause I finally found all the words that I needed to say But a dark thought got there first They buried your ashes in a Prozac pill And all the vultures came to chew on your will I hate that you're gone and the questions you leave And it's sad that your daughter's not talking to me Well, I can't draw a heart so I drew you a star on the Hollywood Boulevard I wish that you had called somebody And if I wasn't there, I'm sorry You made me believe you were strong I wish you had called me and told me that something was wrong So goodbye to my best friend ever I can't believe you're gone forever I came up to find you today 'Cause I finally found all the words that I needed to say But a dark thought got there first Dark thought did its worst And that's what really hurts A dark thought got there first I drove up the hill just to say goodbye But all I found was a "For Sale" sign Put my hand on the gate and there's tears in my eyes And all that's been left since the minute you died Are the chandeliers in the trees and ceramic bees But now they're just covered in leaves

[@carlossantos2147]

This song is a piece of art, showing us the real value of a friend, and I lost, for so many reasons, some of my best ever.

[@RipperYouTubeOfficial]

James, I have some great video footage of you doing a small concert in Kansas City around 2003 or 2004. Lemme know if you want it.

[@evagolldwing2623]

Very beautiful song ♥️ Thank you ♥️ my dear James absolutely TOP TOP TOP ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐♥️ and absolutely 💎 diamond singer musician ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😘

[@inesschymik5533]

James the song is very touching, sad and beautiful. 😢😢 You process a lot of feelings and thoughts with it. I like him a lot and always like you anyway.❤❤❤

[@manuelfernandosilva7779]

Hello Friends, a Great Friday and Excellent Weekend to All. A Hug from Portugal.... 🙏🙏💝💝🇵🇹

[@crowthernicola4298]

😢sad toutes mes condoléances courage we no always there for the people with love

[@lea-rw5cb]

This song is tragic and awesome at the same time, how does he do this everytime ❤

[@llaird4180]

Excellent song touching the heart strings

[@somobibo]

I can see tears in your eyes. It's hard, but you do it well❤

[@Justme1970ish]

Life is so precious and short xx

[@Me.Jam.Blu1]

Yes you are so right 🎸 what city are you from ?

[@CatHugs]

This is a beautiful song for a beautiful woman & thank you for putting it out, for all of us to love it 💖🎼🎵🎶

[@rlyons88]

The only singer I know that sounds exactly the same live and recorded ❤

[@stefankrol4034]

really excited to finally see you the 24th of february in afas!!

[@alisonplayle5453]

Such a beautiful, but sad song. You really do know how to write songs that tug at the heartstrings 💖 Looking forward to receiving & hearing your new album 😊

[@ToniInSussex]

Got mine today. Tomorrow is listening day.

[@orelrek2021]

Merci pour tout ce que tu nous apportes James. Rendez-vous en février prochain pour ton concert en France ❤.

[@sladejosh6126]

every song is a masterpiece!!!

[@lynsmith2698]

Another fantastic heart felt song that cuts deep into your soul. Love your music, 🇨🇦🌷

[@keithhattenfels8125]

Thoughts are now running through my head. Were ever they will end up I don't know yet. 🤔

[@valeriebailey174]

Wow, first time I've heard this. Such a powerful song 🎵 James, you're an amazing musician ❤️

[@allstat7117]

his eyes at the end say it all. No one should ever have to sing this song but sadly millions will because men are so shut down by society they feel alone. Theyre conditioned not to show vulnerability and thats something we seriously need to change.

[@platoman214]

If we live much time at all, emptiness follows fullness until wisdom steps in and names itself: love.

[@jenniferperrin9112]

Oh so emotional and really relatable to me. Sat here and I'm crying 😢 1st listen too. Thanks for your music James xxx❤❤❤

[@VolkerundWallyMusic]

Very good live Performance , great Sound

[@mikkimags]

Watching you sing this is so moving. Having lost someone to this was a beautiful way to say goodbye.

[@kalanidodd7304]

Hope you by putting to words and music the experiences you have had you heal and help others heal

[@neilcusworth1764]

God bless you james not long now welcome to the new world

[@MelissaHill-yc3wo]

😢 I can relate

[@tsaehtron]

Thanks for singing true stories

[@andreinarodriguezruiz4210]

Hello James, a Venezuelan fan here, thanks for this song. It is very hard to mourn the suicide of a friend. It will soon be one year since the suicide of my friend Claudio and with this song, I vent, I cry and I feel like I connect with him. Thank you and I'm sorry you went through the same thing as me. I admire you a lot. A strong hug.

[@jocelynrabulan3510]

Cool so awesome voice beautiful ❤️😍

[@pjwallace4392]

Today is my Dad's 25th anniversary, 27/101998, and I still miss my Da,(Oliver) it's like that Cardbury add, LOVE YOU DA.

[@karitahannikainen4734]

Thanx! Don't be sad!❤,Karita.

[@nikitalewis595]

Dear Mr. Blunt, Absolutely loved this song! I’ve been listening to your album non stop and this one is my favourite (I love them all)! This one got me out of bed because I told myself I won’t let the dark thoughts win today. ❤️ thank you! Also I don’t know why, but I believe this song is about Carrie and I love it! ❤

[@wife3591]

James blunt is an understated singer songwriter u r amazing and u have a beautiful soulful voice and a wicked sarcastic sense of humour ur beautiful ❤️

[@Remik-official]

They way You. Sing is so touching. My dream is to sing with You befor i die💙🎶

[@castieldean6718]

Tear up so much😢 A very sad and beautiful song.

[@yuditrodriguez-ji4xj]

Hermoso siempre ❤❤❤

[@gloriasapp5468]

This song is so addicting! I have listened to it so many times. I just discovered James Blunt about a year ago. I don’t like all his songs, but the ones I I do like touch me DEEPLY. The words, tunes and his voice are amazing!

[@yunuenbrito4591]

Such a heartbreaking song, but so beautiful as all your music!!

[@khpk5479]

Masterpiece!!!!

[@Sands.465]

Love ❤️ James 😢 sings from the heart and soul hits hard … be glad to hear more 🙏

[@neilcusworth1764]

God bless you welcome to the new world

[@Sands.465]

@@neilcusworth1764 Thank you I think 🤔 this world has changed so drastically in the last few years and if this is a new world I certainly don’t want to be living in it , new year and the same old !! Stayblessed

[@neilcusworth1764]

The old world is nearly dead the new world is very very close let go of yourself and take a dive God bless little angel

[@neilcusworth1764]

@@Sands.465 take a listen to onerepublic, birdy, imagine dragons, Christina perri they could lift you Up and the godfather Jeff lynne welcome to the new world

[@sladejosh6126]

♥

[@POMMIMOMMY]

You have had a wonderful life full of love. Don't give up. It's just a new chapter in your life. We have to carry on. I will be there for you forever. Help me get there and we will carry on in this new chapter of our lives. We can never forget our past lives but we can carry on in the next chapters of our lives. ❤

[@POMMIMOMMY]

Knowing they are in a better place. We will all be together again in time.

[@POMMIMOMMY]

Lighten up your heart. Be so proud you have had such love in your heart. Know that they would want you to move forward ❤

[@POMMIMOMMY]

Past is past. Keep moving forward.

[@NanaBren]

James, I love this acoustic version so much better. I love to watch you sing. If we are very fortunate in life, we find that one friend. I hope that you feel the love left behind. ❤ Brenda

[@neuzidaflon8370]

Escuro pensamentos vc consegue exergar😊😊

[@andrzejandrzejewski8556]

Ta sama niepowtarzalna barwa głosu... Pozdrowienia z Polski 🇵🇱

[@Dougish1000]

Has anything good ever happened for this man?

[@debraphillips8921]

Wow this one has hit me hard.. absolutely beautiful lyrics and thank you....

[@KelleySL24]

For a man who served under the queen, thank you for your service and music!❤️ I love it

[@atmospherica457]

You make it sure how to tease that part of heart🥺❤️

[@dalegribbe1398]

I lost my best friend to an accidental OD back in March. This song hits me so hard everytime I hear it. I miss you Travis. I love you forever 🤍

[@nimarosepiper6759]

I get the cd tomorrow. I wasn't going to listen to anymore cuts ... then I saw this one in the email. And nowI'm torn to pieces. Beautiful raw emotion. bless you, and bless Carrie 😢❤

[@DONHARRISONMUSIC]

Nice tune piano 🎹 sounds great 🎶🎵🎼💯

[@ToniInSussex]

Dear Jehovah God! This man is gifted!

[@dinareis641]

Você é sempre maravilhoso eu te amo infinito ❤❤

[@tinchen6554]

🌹❤❤❤🌹

[@veral.tavares78]

I love you James Blunt♥️♥️

[@dragonflydreamer72]

Off to work red eye from crying - beautiful song I’m sorry for the loss. 😢

[@carolynmurtaza1180]

Like the song. You do know how to tug at the heartstring with powerful songs.

[@johnhowe6178]

Every album he comes out with I say "There's no way he can top this one". Then the next album is even better. I truly believe that this is my favorite album of all time. Every single song hits home, some harder than others.

[@suellennewland4302]

This is a beautiful goodbye song to Carrie Fisher❤ I knew as soon as I heard it😢 she is in your heart forever with your great memories of her ❤

[@sneakerprincess2821]

I have to cry everytime I heare this song. It hits so different!😢😢

[@LR.SummerTrash]

Your darkest and your lightest lows are the best James. Keep trying to find a way to back to bedlam. Brasil 🇧🇷 2023

[@DannGN]

Magical

[@JakeP.90]

Think this may be my favourite song ever. So powerful. The album is incredible.

[@feuerelfe171]

big kuddle, feel your song so much

[@Gates1066]

Outstanding! Again!

[@Diorella_scent]

Another beautiful yet heartbreaking song from my favourite songbird who always manages to capture real life and make it all a little better. Thank you so much James, you have no idea how much I love you and your music ❤

[@harissacastelo2501]

The best song on the album

[@jbossman008]

Way to go James! Soul, passion, and amazing work!

[@jocelynrabulan7981]

I love all he's song ❤️❤️❤️😍

[@AnthonyMcLaughlin-y1i]

WOW WOW WOW, I'm glad I watch these videos in bed so I can let the emotions in me flow out,but I end up sleeping on a wet pillow every night,keep up those powerful songs,cause your helping people and you don't even know it,top man.❤❤❤

[@1980neida]

Джеймс, не зная английского языка, я лишь понимаю некоторые слова из ваших песен. Но ваш удивительный голос, идущий от сердца передает все чувства и эмоции. Благодарю вас.

[@richardjones9795]

I miss my uncle he was a father figure to me & died of a heart attack due to a blood clot didn’t take his medication & this song makes me cry as I wish he’d called me

[@richardjones9795]

I feel I wasn’t their

[@MartinKok-gy7hf]

I love all your songs James you got a beautiful voice❤

[@dimitarstefanovski7479]

Great song James very emotional.

[@vincelloydlaxamana4983]

THE BEST!! ❤️

[@zlatkad.k.2437]

So Romantic and beautiful voice! I love! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤