Johnny Flynn and Laura Marling - The Water

[@WuCurdy]

My sister played this song in the car the last time that I'd ever see her. Your work has been a source of comfort for me in the hardest of times. God bless you, Johnny Flynn.

[@elizabethvalcez3417]

WuCurdy what do you mean last time you'd see her?

[@cardiacade]

I guess the poor lass has left this world.

[@joooolya]

[@ywyw12345]

Johnny Flynn has another song called "Raising the Dead". Hope it comforts you too.

[@qdee6250]

I'm so sorry for your loss WuCurdy, that was a beautiful parting song, even though you didn't know it at the time. I lost my brother to drowning, I can picture he and I singing this, he was an avid fisherman & a powerful singer. Wishing you comfort & solace.

[@kp-2211]

I'm ten years too late and am totally captivated by this song.

[@bukashky4887]

Katerina Pich me too.

[@10101tmw]

Never too late to love a song

[@lxsford14]

It will be with you for the next ten years. :)

[@imogen9984]

Me too, it makes me so happy

[@Mistar_Jonezy]

No man, you arrived right on time. But I concur this is totally, a captivating perfomance.

[@stuartmack7658]

I dont think I've ever heard a more beautiful pairing of voice talent. Johnny's voice seems very grounded, while Laura's is more whimsical. They compliment each other perfectly.

[@zootsoot2006]

She's everything an English girl should be. Just perfect.

[@stevewarren114]

13 years late to the party but glad to be here. Thanks Detectorists.

[@flemingcourt]

All of us are late to Beethoven!

[@SarahDukes-hq3xy]

🥲

[@TheCloud785]

Been listening to this for years.. Maybe me feel grateful and happy... 😊

[@madlenox]

I heard it live in Manchester ❤

[@bobgreen623]

Lovely song, and love Detectorists!

[@strangerintheselands251]

By far the most beautiful piece I've heard in years. Johnny, Laura, I think I'm gonna fall in love with you both. This simply can't be unheard.

[@sherrijamison338]

Their voices compliment each other so well. I want to curl up in a ball at their feet and listen to them forever.

[@NwoDispatcher]

and i want to curl up right beside you and laugh for an eternity longer

[@treehugger3436]

@Sherri, check out First aid kit for voices that compliment each other😉💚✌

[@neneyg4041]

@sherrijamison yes that's it exactly! I could listen to umpteen songs of Johnny and Laura together... Bliss 🌹

[@sparksfly5877]

@@treehugger3436 First aid kit superiority cult 🗡 🔥

[@heathercraig8329]

Truly 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👌💕😍🥰😘

[@florencepi]

Lyrics: All that I have is a river The river is always my home Lord, take me away For I just cannot stay Or I'll sink in my skin and my bones The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Please help me build a small boat One that'll ride on the flow Where the river runs deep And the larger fish creep I'm glad of what keeps me afloat The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Now deeper the water I sail And faster the current I'm in That each night brings the stars And the song in my heart Is a tune for the journeyman's tale The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Now the land that I knew is a dream And the line on the distance grows faint So wide is my river The horizon a sliver The artist has run out of paint Where the blue of the sea meets the sky And the big yellow sun leads me home I'm everywhere now The way is a vow To the wind of each breath by and by The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying

[@svetlanazivanovic4822]

❤

[@elizabethbavister3338]

Thank you

[@adha2913]

Once you've heard this it becomes part of your soul.

[@florencepi]

So true

[@belleetlabete1819]

Absolutely ❤

[@alfonssalellas519]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever listened to and I'm 50 years old. So, thank you for so much.

[@LordDreamthief]

This is my favourite song

[@TheDeniDoni]

I saw Johnny Flyn at new adaptation of Emma, and thought what a brilliant actor and singer, why I have not heard of him? I immediately started to watch all his movies and listen to all his songs. He is brilliant.

[@Belfastboi]

Wow I didn’t know he could sing?! Are they together and was this 10 years about? Wow

[@neneyg4041]

I came here to find his music after hearing him in Emma as well. I knew when I heard him sing in the movie, with that voice and range he just HAD to be a musician 🎸 So beautiful, haunting at times, bit jaunty at others - but seriously just damn good!!! 👌 Forever a fan of JF now.

[@mandelorherrmann3292]

@@neneyg4041 the end credits played his song my queen bee

[@verdegris855]

I found him through 'Detectorists' a short series by Mackenzie Crook (of Office fame).

[@solmaior4771]

Totally agree! I knew nothing about him before Emma. I hope that he becomes more famous in Brazil.

[@jol277]

How did I only hear this today I don't know, but I'm grateful I did. What a perfectly swaying harmonious little waltz

[@magenta6754]

This is so beautiful and your voices blend perfectly. It's taken me 13 years to find this song. Why isn't music as good as this not played on the radio? Thank goodness for KZbin where we can find the music we love and listen to it.

[@RSimoes10]

This song is a gem. Absolutely perfect.

[@stuffnuggets-ashwoodrow4488]

In my opinion this song might be as close to perfection as it's possible to get. The harmonies are truly haunting. For me this is 'the' version.

[@ramonaschober600]

Completely agree!

[@daisybowman]

me too!

[@DMills-un1tl]

Bloody Hell, who are these people?! I thought I’d never hear good folk music again, outside of ‘60’s folk rock. This is wonderful!

[@HristoUzunov]

I hope you've since dived into Laura Marling's discography, because there is a lot more of that and a whole lot more in general.

[@momondaa]

Listen to a band called this is the kit. They are a really good folk band imo

[@lucyiliffe1799]

@Johnny Flynn kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2PQm3dsaK52oJI (by the way, you and I met on 'Emma' I work in Locations... I hope you are well x

[@fernandomontoya6641]

Hola....

[@joostc4750]

you might like Bill Callahan too kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnTGhox7r9-EjNE

[@eileenkopower]

One of my favourites. I love this so much

[@_HaticeTekin]

My brother drowned nearly 3 years ago and listening this song filling my eyes with tears and my heart with grief, that's why this beautiful song has a very special meaning for me. 🌿

[@lucyphillips4578]

I am so sorry for your loss x

[@_HaticeTekin]

@@lucyphillips4578 I appreciate you for your kindness

[@qdee6250]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I relate to it for the same reason, my brother drowned in 2003. This song brings me comfort. Wishing you consolation, comfort & peace in your broken heart. May our 2 bros R.I.P.

[@_HaticeTekin]

@@qdee6250 I am sorry for your loss too. And seeing how we can relate to each other makes me feel like I am not lonely and it gives the comfort that you wish :)

[@qdee6250]

You are not alone. You might get comfort on your most difficult days from the song ‘bright blue rose’ performed by Mary Black too. Best wishes. 🍃

[@ДарьяМацелевич]

This song has been a great support for me in the past 4 months. It has such a wise old soul, it's hard to imagine it's been around for such a short period of time. Thank you Johnny, best wishes from Ukraine.

[@grzymol]

Take care! Best wishes from Warszawa

[@user-mn1vz5ew7o]

Best wishes from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ✌️

[@shespeakssoftly]

I hope you are doing well. 💙🇺🇦

[@mortymbg13]

Just discovering this song, love it so much. Something as simple as a song can set the world right for a little while, thank you. One of the greatest folk songs ever to be written right here folks.

[@ramonaschober600]

I'm just hearing this for the first time, too, and I so agree with your comments. It does seem this music can just wash over you and bring things into perspective for a moment.

[@christinal.suarez1838]

This is so beautiful its almost painful... I have no more words...

[@neverlandflower]

Christina Suarez same

[@solmaior4771]

Agree...

[@roxaneclement3647]

I am overwhelmed by the amount of beauty there is in this world.

[@andrewbennett7178]

I can't explain what just happened to me with this song. I heard it for the first time and found myself singing along with it like I had sung it many times before. It felt so familiar and so necessary right now as if my heart had cried out for it to be written.

[@ramonaschober600]

The mysterious power of music! How beautiful!!

[@abdullahrafi94]

All that I have is a river The river is always my home Lord, take me away For I just cannot stay Or I'll sink in my skin and my bones The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Please help me build a small boat One that'll ride on the flow Where the river runs deep And the larger fish creep I'm glad of what keeps me afloat The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Now deeper the water I sail And faster the current I'm in That each night brings the stars And the song in my heart Is a tune for the journeyman's tale The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying Now the land that I knew is a dream And the line on the distance grows faint So wide is my river The horizon a sliver The artist has run out of paint Where the blue of the sea meets the sky And the big yellow sun leads me home I'm everywhere now The way is a vow To the wind of each breath by and by The water sustains me without even trying The water can't drown me, I'm done With my dying

[@erlaniasilva9710]

+Abdullah Rafi thanks

[@PetitHibou72]

+Abdullah Rafi Yes, Thanks!!

[@thescreentime831]

why are the most popular comments the ones that quote the lines

[@angelaosborne8926]

Abdullah Rafi thank you

[@angelaosborne8926]

The Screen Time because, contrary to what the media would have us believe, people are basically pretty nice, and like to show their gratitude that someone has gone to the effort of transcribing the lyrics.

[@matthewv33]

I'm back 15 years later and this still is an amazing and beautiful song

[@amandavargas443]

this song hits me so hard... I'm almost done with my dying... Thank you beautiful soul for writing this

[@drewsleyy3836]

I've listened to this song ten times in a row, now. How is it that it gets better every time? How is that even possible?

[@Hollyhock7]

Yes it's alive!

[@nasagasaan]

there something about scars and imperfections that makes a person look so human, his scars makes him look real and that hes not invincible. such a lovely human being.

[@ViolettaLilix]

This song, their voices together.. that's what I call perfection.

[@moonzie4178]

Currently listening to this in lockdown, it's so beautiful.... And it helps me sleep at night right now :) I'm grateful because I have my family and a roof over my head but at the same time I miss my friends so much. The days seem to just be merging into one big day, hopefully this is all over soon. Sending love and prayers to everyone

[@pattychurra]

This has been my lockdown tune too, it makes rainy days soft and sunny days more brilliant, I think. Hope you're staying safe and healthy!

[@petralindenstruth9799]

Big Love back to you ❤

[@Thrillhouse89]

Same, I'm listening to this alot too

[@necksugar]

The HUMAN SPIRIT is like Water.Evil is trying to plug a spout with a single stubborn inhuman hand and WATER burrows many more places to emerge from the ground up.

[@withoutme1918]

Laura Marling's voice is so beautiful, she's masterful in her performance

[@parkinglotsofhell]

She did a good Rusalka song i think

[@withoutme1918]

@@parkinglotsofhell I've never heard it..

[@parkinglotsofhell]

@@withoutme1918 it wasn’t Rusalka! It was Undine! I get my sirens mixed up sometimes lol

[@kyliephx]

13 years later and I still think about this video all the time. The siren at the end is such a perfectly serendipitous way to end the song.

[@viguskae]

still my favorite song to date. something about the combination of their voices and just how beautiful this song is lyrically. just gorgeous.

[@nickvanwetering2774]

check out MISERERE by Cat Empire

[@sewergod.2512]

I ïïi

[@viguskae]

And four years later I’m still here listening to this.

[@timmypuskas887]

Going through a rough time, family and life. Just been listening to this over and over. Here is to life. Remember it keeps flowing. No matter what. Thank you for this and I hope to see more!

[@andreap5856]

❤️

[@willowslife983]

Same, hope everything get's better with you

[@foxgloveeagle2411]

Amen to that! Just keep flowing. Here's to life.

[@philipduttonlescorlett]

SO beautiful!! Love this, wow.

[@andyhopper2100]

Omg this song is so Beautiful 😍😍😍

[@GuzalyaN]

They look like two shy teenagers who secretly like each other :) Beautiful song... Listening to it third day on repeat

[@thinkbigandlaughalittle]

Soooooo beautiful. The voices together with that music is just so unbelievable!!!

[@ciarrascully8504]

I've been listening to this for 10 years and it never loses it's magic

[@mansee6023]

This song is so lyrically rich and poignant. Thank you for this wonderful piece of art!

[@aileengordon4497]

The most beautiful song, exquisitely performed. Your music should be streaming to the world right now, Johnny, a ray of sunlight in these dark times.

[@zootsoot2006]

Interesting he's playing a doblo for an English 'folk' song. just goes to show you that British (including Irish) folk songs and Bluegrass are one and the same.

[@noelwilson5960]

if humanity exists anymore, in this geocide world of greed and war....then it lives in music and poetry

[@gloryhoffman8652]

Well said ! it is always some form of art that nurture us back to life (hopefully)

[@frieda2413]

this has been on repeat on my playlist since....2010. It's just that good.

[@fernandopadilla3725]

This song is a mystery for me, I came upon it while walking in the Camino of Santiago. A couple of enthusiastic girls sang it and played it in a ukulele as they walked. It felt right to be singing this tune while examining nature and oneself. Water isn't being created, nor destroyed, only transformed. The idea of change was hope while walking. To all of you out there, "Buen Camino!"

[@mahnoorjaved6224]

This will be my future child's lullaby. So melancholic, hopeful and tender.

[@connorknutson1006]

this song grounds me and helps me feel genuinely able to be honest in life

[@karabuller]

My dad was a hydrogeologist (water scientist) and his last word was "water" (he was thirsty in hospice - you can't give water to the dying I learned...) This is beautiful. Water forever remains a sign from my father's spirit self. He was very, very difficult (okay violent) in real life but now that he's crossed over he's transformed into love, and the water flows. Thank you for this video!

[@Selfemployedmildautisticperfor]

Beautiful thanks for sharing so your a medium or just believe that?? I do that they heal but as I said to my spouse this morning most bad people domt go to heaven so if he was bad and violent he musta been good most of his life and or something special either way I'm glad u feel more love from him and that you've both healed

[@jacobmorris3664]

I burst into tears reading this. Thank you for sharing.

[@karabuller]

@@jacobmorris3664 and what are your tears made out of? water! and now i'm crying. water remains such a powerful symbol for me. thank you for replying.

[@karabuller]

@@Selfemployedmildautisticperfor i just believe this. :) he was in pain most of his life, that's what i believe. "hurt people hurt people." i'm working to end the cycle of rageaholism, and other "isms".

[@TangyMeringue]

I remember watching this when it seemed to only have a few thousand views for a while, nice to see it's not been hidden. Lovely song.

[@lizriel7395]

you're soooooo cool

[@joleneclark1707]

this song is so calming. always good when music makes you feel something.

[@teresalowery7906]

such a beautiful sweet song. Laura brought me here, thank you.

[@dorryhiempie5935]

That ‘cool’ at the end. The cutest thing ever.

[@Videomama1972]

This song is such a part of my grief process. I miss and love you always son 6/20/18.

[@mickiemouse0nohn169]

I feel the same about this song and about my son whose passing was June 2012. Peace to you.

[@Videomama1972]

@@mickiemouse0nohn169 I am sorry for your loss as well. It's the hardest thing💛

[@L_Martin]

So very sorry for your loss.

[@Videomama1972]

@@L_Martin TY. I appreciate it.

[@Banananagee]

A good friend passed away on the 8th of June the same year - the song holds a similar place for me. I'm sorry for your loss

[@jamie8741]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever. ❤

[@JeroenTel]

What a breath of fresh air! So simple, yet so powerful and wonderful.

[@jamesfagan7823]

Beautiful absolutely gorgeous well done its a masterpiece ❤

[@Dinatem12]

Im so grateful I found this song

[@RomyIgoeX]

I've been a Marling fan since day one, but this duet is a wonderful revelation to me. Exquisite!!!

[@videmusart]

So old and still one of my favourites. I wish they would have done more together...

[@Kraiklyn01]

the combination of their voices is absolutely sublime

[@geoffreymackrill2095]

The Detectorist brought me here to find this little treasure, pure gold.

[@ketama1122]

Same here ... a great series for an ex-pat stuck in amerika 😱

[@cvb7651]

+ketama1122 Don't despair!

[@sreinvention]

Ha was just saying the same thing, wish I didn't.

[@MrMahlerman]

+Geoffrey Mackrill The Detectorists, a unifying force for good. Good music for sure.

[@twtwtw1]

+Geoffrey Mackrill Exactly. Me too

[@natemcgilvray]

Y'all's rendition of this song gives me so much peace. I'm listening to it now right before an audition to help center myself. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the rest of us.

[@Cebelihle1]

Hope it went well.

[@kinglion6883]

Their voices and the guitar = TRIPLE PERFECT ! ! !

[@The6568]

What a romantic song ! I'm 47 man. French. Carpenter (dumb working class). But that's the first thought that came to my mind : How romantic is this song ! Aren't they so beautiful, so pure ! I am falling in love for Laura Marling…and for Johnny Flynn too !

[@dixiecup6668]

Don't put yourself down

[@sophialetson8385]

carpenters are the best kind of people

[@dixiecup6668]

In the USA a good carpenter is rare and I view them as artist

[@barbaramclaughlin4909]

Working class, honest sweat, calloused hands are all good. After all, Jesus did the same and it didn't hurt his reputation.😊

[@aliewais7575]

The Working class is not dumb,comrade.

[@renesummermatter]

I love it. I could listen again and again... So natural, so beautiful, out of the heart.. right into my heart.

[@mikelawson7111]

Just found Johnny Flynn - and love the material he sings. Seriously beautiful.

[@Pelbee54]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard ❤ thank you both x 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@allisononeill7403]

One of my favorite songs,the harmony between these two voices is mezmerizing

[@gradeaadventurer]

listened to this 9 years ago. forgot about it. remembered it tonight after watching emma. you got it johnny.

[@wendybrockwell5906]

what a find!!!! l recognised this guy from ripley, I had no idea I am stunned. Utterly beautiful

[@faeriefire78]

I found this song by watching a sweet knitted frog frolicking by a creek on tiktok and now I'm a fan. What a breathtakingly sad, hopeful, beautiful song! It has the sound and the soul of a pre-war song -- in fact, I was expecting to find an artist who died decades ago.

[@janiec3983]

This song actually brought me a tear... my mom passed away and I picture her feeling like this song... It a a beautiful song sung by beautiful people

[@weasley2o13]

I'm sorry. She's still here in you. Stay strong.

[@steffwyatt1862]

This song is about the beautiful life I have after leaving abuse :-) these are some of the most beautiful lyrics I’ve ever heard Xx

[@hippypsychopath]

Why do we not hear more of this kind of stuff in the mainstream charts, and therefore on the radios etc? These two have got more natural raw talent than pretty much everyone currently in the so called top 100 charts combined!

[@ViewerNumber9]

...I agree. Pandora's Box when trying to fathom the actions of the music industry...I think we know the main factors at play though. Very sad that the most open-minded & appreciative music lovers have to forage for beautiful creations like this though.....but maybe that ultimately adds even more to its beauty once found.

[@YupIknowthatfeeling]

Oh man, this is what I think virtually every day. It's so refreshing to hear you say the same

[@tehmummra]

The good stuff like this never makes the charts

[@WYes-Solo]

Because this stuff is very, very special, And it is reserved for special people

[@stephensmith799]

The reason is that the song has content. Chart music is vacuous.

[@KevinDaRoitBortoluzzi]

Between the two voices there are some parallel fifths which are simply FANTASTIC, I loved this version since the first notes... *___*

[@ptrshka_]

The most beautiful song. I keep this song close to my heart.

[@kaipatricklindstrom9960]

A Master piece of lyric songs. I love it so much from the first day is was lounched

[@roxywood8905]

I’m new to Johnny Flynn and am completely obsessed. Such talent ❤️❤️

[@christineb.4058]

Manche Melodien sind einfach zeitlos schön und immer wieder aufs Neue berührend - wie diese Musik.

[@milesbaigent4534]

Ten years later and Laura Marling has become one of the iconic artists of the current time. Her latest album 'Song for Our Daughter' is beautiful and is on my repeat play list. Superb!

[@guidomorgz9166]

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever sung...love it

[@meanboythecat]

I just love this piece of Music, and the lovely garden where this was filmed in. Music To Fall In Love By

[@meanboythecat]

But the Love Song is Grim, if one was to heed the lyrics. its a Gogeous Goodbye about Drowning

[@stefaniaponitz5738]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@paulbutterworth5786]

So so so beautiful. This song makes me feel happy and sad at the same time ❤

[@yulinugraheni5861]

I fell in love with him at "Emma" and started googling about him. This song is the first videos of him that I watched after Emma, and I fall in love with him again everytime I listen to this song.

[@Steve-Owens]

Johnny, every now and then I have to come over and listen to your stuff, it's truly inspiring. I love what you do and this Track with Laura is just Beautiful. Thanks . Steve

[@rosskiwis2855]

The song is beautiful and relaxing

[@tabbyclawproductions7943]

OOOoooo, a verified channel!!

[@Oongaboongabigfatdoggy]

charly charly he has a wife

[@inoshikachokonoyarobakayar2493]

Word up, I always come back every now and then, and glad when I do.

[@proteinsimulation8393]

Just saw him first time in Stardust...a fan is born!

[@PukingPanda]

10 years too late but I am here crying in awe of such a beautiful song

[@margaretadovgal1677]

What a splendid duet. Timeless.

[@00StableSong00]

I love Bob Marling. His music inspires me a lot. So awesome to see that his daughter is a fine musician as well. And she is beautiful, too. Bob Marling for ever.

[@tristanwilliams6931]

Beautiful. The harmonies between the two of them are as sweet as nectar, pure honey. I could listen to them for hours.

[@ipswichdancers]

A song to live by. Thank you beautiful souls. You make my heart warm xo

[@helanordela8068]

This song has brought tears to my eyes, I literally had to pause it to break down in tears because it made me remember all those who's been gone. And yet it is so moving and beautiful, really helps to move on. Thank you both

[@lindseygracemercado6385]

This song means so much to me, I could cry!

[@peelstkitchen9405]

He is absolutely gorgeous

[@lenaki55]

So is she

[@pbelancsik]

That scar under his eye...he’s dreamy for sure

[@weasley2o13]

@@pbelancsik I find scars very sexy as well.

[@goldbluetears]

It is rare that i admire the beauty of another man but he is just archetypal.

[@ranoshe4ka]

Yes, he is!!!

[@lydiahill-expertineradicat657]

Such lovely harmonies. Thank you, too, for the roses.

[@vaniasofia3192]

So beautiful! Many colors in their voice

[@amyiamthechange1721]

What a pair these two are. I stumbled upon this accidentally in my KZbin travels. What beautiful voices!! I'm so glad I found them.

[@haggard_hermit]

I listen to this when I want to remember someone who was supposed to be a friend, but ended up being an accessory to the end of a marriage. To anyone reading this, live life selflessly, and you will live without regret. It doesn’t have to be more complicated than that.

[@62Movement]

Thank you. Betrayal happens only with those you know and it is devastating. I’ve been there (under the similar circumstances you mention). Your words of wisdom for living well resonate; it’s been my strategy all along. Sometimes bad things happen and the lessons about them and you, too, can create much sadness and despair AND growth. I’m 7 years out now and working to balance cynicism with hope.

[@davidhynd4435]

Navigated my way here after watching that episode of Detectorists. I'm utterly entranced. What a beautiful song, beautifully sung. Thanks for sharing.

[@IndependentVictor]

this made me want to live

[@Drogt54]

that escalated quickly

[@jillishan]

Wait.. You dead bro?

[@IndependentVictor]

I don't know why or how I wrote that comment. Probably intoxicated

[@gemmarose1093]

I’m glad. Hold onto that feeling.

[@leonaswift3834]

Chachi Yeti either way, I feel you

[@23Brooke23]

I remember listening to this on a loop a decade ago. I’m so happy to hear these two voices melded again.🖤

[@Emily-xl2cr]

Johnny looks and is so much like my dad. Come back here just to watch him sing feels like a lullaby.

[@rebeckahjarne6253]

This is a song I never get tired of hearing. It is absolutely beautiful. If I had to choose only one song to listen to for the rest of my life, it would be this one.