Mark Knopfler - Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero (A Night In London | Official Live Video)

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The live concert "A Night In London" was recorded in the BBC building in April 1996 and includes songs from Mark's first solo album Golden Heart as well as several Dire Straits hits and classic film themes.
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[@JohnDoen-md5si]

About 5 more weeks and then I'm leaving, we lost the battle against cancer. This song will accompany me on my journey. I met my wife at a Mark Knopfler concert and this was the song that was played during our wedding, now it will accompany me on my final journey.

[@michael5089]

I'm so sorry I cried reading this. This really is a beautiful 💜💜🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😔

[@adrianstreet1973]

I'm so sorry for you and your family. Remember the smiles.

[@samanthagorman2433]

You have broken my heart reading your comment 🙏🏽

[@BridgetClary]

I'm sorry to read your comment. Seems like you had a lot to live for and have had a wonderful life. Hopefully, there is another side where pain is only a memory ....

[@kevincrowley6991]

When time comes around and you know the ending something can be said for this as long as personal pain and suffering for all is tolerable it aids acceptance but never closure as a good life lives on with your loved ones this I believe is heaven The private space you have in the minds of loved ones. What more can we ask on our journey. Peace to you.

[@czx68]

A twelve year old boy was playing this outside Newcastle United’s football ground just over a week ago, Mark Knopfler saw a video of the lad and sent him a signed vinyl copy of the song wishing him all the best and told him to keep at it. What a down to earth legend.

[@malcolm2637]

That's an absolutely brilliant story and I salute Mark for mankind that young boys day 🎧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️🎸👍😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Jesso_21]

Love reading things like this, what a top guy, brilliant!

[@stevehall5299]

Oh wow,that's lovely .

[@Jesso_21]

@@michael5089 Oh damn that looks terrible 😦 Apologies all, I'm so sorry. Can't say for sure as this was a big night for me 🍻🍹& lots of great music. Have a fair idea though as 2nd time re random comment, last time it was stupid fat possum 😂 Appears I have left ones device on the bed late one night after a few drinks, music & falling asleep. Probably not waking to ones child in the room beside me who has likely come into my bed after waking to the 2 brat white dogs who live at the house behind us that bark, yap & howl all night if left out especially if there's lots of possums around on our shared fence. "Stupid fat possum" jumped on our roof near her room one night & was quite loud = the 1st comment/time I looked like I left a weird comment & hopefully this is the last. I was listening to this earlier & she must have been angry at the dogs for waking her up & found I'd left this beside me & wanted to tell you all about them. I'm so sorry & will delete the comment. Thought the OP's comment was awesome. Kudos to Mark, the young talented dude & whoever introduced this brilliant song to him, great taste. Btw not a dog hater, got a Border Collie x Kelpie - much cooler & quieter dog though 😂 Honestly these dogs are so annoying but sadly owners are worse & wont change. I'll just try to remember to stash my device better on nights like this lol gotta laugh if you knew the madness here some nights with this - close to emergency services & frequent sirens & their dogs are the kind who bark & wail to sirens, good times but at least this was a good night for me 😉😁

[@dirk.b3893]

Knopfler, Top Top Man. Nuff Said:)

[@darrenjpeters]

Genius. He's not obsessed with speed of play, or trying to be what he's not, just the intonation and perfection of every note. What a legend.

[@djetm]

So so true.

[@martyconroy3786]

It's called taste, and nobody does taste better than him.

[@TheFirm1314]

I agree top of the range. Happy new year my friend

[@raymondpierotti8414]

That is because he doesn't use a pick. Watch his hands, his fingers give his playing that special full bodied tone

[@darrenjpeters]

@@raymondpierotti8414 Thanks for stating the obvious for us, Ray. Maybe teach your grandmother to suck eggs next?

[@harryhughes4423]

Seriously, one of the coolest dudes on the planet. Effortless skill and soulful feel for his music. Incomparable style in my opinion. Every note counts, no show-offy shredding or dive-bomning whammy bars or fancy array of foot pedals. Just a pure joy to listen to and watch

[@JerryDouglas-re5lg]

hello how are you doing it nice seeing you here ?

[@stephenbooth5929]

A Geordie.. No fuss. Be straight.

[@CloydRoyal]

My father died 5 years ago today. Music was something we always enjoyed together and Mark Knopfler was his favorite. It always makes me feel like he's still around. I have two sons to enjoy it with now. Take a moment to appreciate the people in your lives.

[@shanebowers7902]

So sad your dad passes away, he had great taste in music, Dire Straits is fantastic, they made fantastic music, take care buddy

[@luizcarlosfigueiredo7923]

Já passei por isso e sei como se sente. Meus sinceros sentimentos por sua perda insubstituível. Nossos pais são os nossos heróis e essa canção vai para eles. Tenha força. Abraço.

[@lisatruthful1369]

AMEN.

[@machobat]

ameen

[@martinevans1427]

@@shanebowers7902 Is the THE Shane Bowers? Good to know we have similar tastes.

[@denadavey1470]

I love how he turns his back on the audience & acknowledges the musicians to show his appreciation. Seen Dire Straits twice & Mark twice & he never fails to say thank you. The man doesn’t possess an ego despite being a genius. 🎸

[@sibenfold4108]

Exactly

[@Prajaya007]

Genius would be an understatement!!

[@mattbod]

A proper musician should appreciate other musicians: it’s a brother and sisterhood one big family. Mark is a proper musician.

[@neiljohnson1773]

It cant be an overstatment that MK is this eras Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss any one of the classic music writers or a few of them wrapped up in one genius...this has to be one of the most memorable pieces of music of all time...and MK just plays like its a jam session...

[@rajarams5988]

How absolutely on the dot you are ! I watched this about a million times and 3 things are burnt into my mind during this masterpiece : 1) The lead violin...her gentle smile at 2:05. 2) At the end ....freeze at 4:47 and 4:48 and see the adulation on the cellist's face as she looks at Mark plucking the final flamboyant D note on the top E string ....and 3 ) The quiet smile between Mark and the drums says it all.... Incomparable genius !!!

[@denisoconnell3490]

This is the only piece of music that can have this cynical old man to tears. Every time.

[@andyd2528]

I'm a cynical old man. This and many other tunes bring me to tears. Words are not always needed.

[@mariaandmichael2680]

My mother's favorite song, she wanted to be played at her funeral, we of course did as she wished. You will never know how your music touches the hearts of millions of people and how thankful we are for you.

[@rjnation5042]

Sorry for your loss, I miss my mother every day & it's been 20yrs, Rj in Oz

[@mariaandmichael2680]

@rjnation5042 thank you, you are well.

[@andyknowles558]

Why listen to anyone else. This magic will live for ever. Nearly 75, and sure I have another 20+ to go.

[@halloduuuu1]

Ich wünsche mir eine einzige Umarmung!❤

[@nickfreeman197]

That smile from Mark to the drummer. Absolute magic. Both in the moment!

[@CongressSux1776]

3:18

[@aogulla]

3:12

[@fernandomerchan7252]

I think he is smiling about the good feeling around everyone there. What a magic moment!

[@joebonola7458]

I STILL think, in my book, he's the best guitarist of all times.

[@arcaneExistence]

same, man.

[@Dragon_Pierce]

I agree, cannot think of a better guitar player and composer

[@jorgepadilla1615]

Completamente, pienso lo mismo.!!

[@Digerone]

Yes, he is!

[@jonmath4182]

I do too! 👍

[@marioramus9681]

Mark Knopfler is a true Genius. He has his own very unique Style of playing Guitar. God bless him!

[@willbradley3512]

Many years ago, in the distant days of Blockbuster, I rented "Local Hero" to watch with my mother. She was dying, a long and terrible death. I'd seen the movie before, remembered it fondly, and figured it could lift both our moods. It succeeded beyond anything I'd hoped. At the end, we both were crying while smiling as Knopfler played this tune into the credits. My mother and I hardly ever agreed on anything -- taste, politics, life choices -- but we agreed the movie was wonderful, magical, enchanting. She died a few weeks later. I tried watching the movie again some years ago, but it just didn't feel right. I couldn't make it to the ending. But I listen to the "Going Home" theme fairly often. It always brings a smile to my face. And some tears.

[@karensmith8174]

THAT STORY IS SO VERY WONDERFUL!!!!!!!

[@abcbcde9985]

Embrace the smile and the tears.... they will always be special.

[@robertmyles4220]

HEY WILL I LOST MY WIFE TO CANCER AND I LIVE IN SCOTLAND COME AND VISIT DONT DO EDINBURGH HIRE A MOTORHOME AND GO TO THE ISLNDS LIKE I DID AND SEE WHAT SCOTLAND REALLY IS E MAILME IF YOU ANT [e-mail]

[@user-kw5lk7kg2o]

Hi Will. I'm caring for my 92 year old mum right now. She's healthy but gradually getting slower. She's got Scots blood in her. We will soon both be 'going home' as I know Australia is no longer for me. Cheers William

[@socaltexan59]

Thanks for that story, Will. I remember renting that tape in the mid '80s out of curiosity. It turned out to be a lifelong favorite.

[@picklevid]

How much fun is that drummer having. This is what life is all about.

[@mq4188]

This version is astounding... Mark is arguably one of the greatest guitarist that ever lived. He honored every musician playing with him with just a glance and a smiled reply. He and Brian May might just be the two most humble guitarists ever. What class!

[@meowdy87]

No gimmicks.....just pure talent and class!

[@alexandervideo3804]

Yes, pure talent... and deep feeling of guitar, music and life!

[@iainroy6643]

Mark Knopfler, arguably the best guitarist i've ever heard...

[@josephnoneofyourbeeswax8517]

Andres Segovia, Francisco Montoya, Christopher Parkening,...? I like Knopfler but I am sure he would agree is building on the shoulders of giants.

[@maelblk6059]

Mark Knopfler est dans les 15 meilleurs guitariste au monde ​@@josephnoneofyourbeeswax8517

[@annjarvis2437]

@@josephnoneofyourbeeswax8517Mark himself said in a documentary once that he wasn’t a great guitarist

[@mattiasjohansson7231]

@@annjarvis2437he’s just so damn humble, he would never toot his own horn

[@carolynwoodman1734]

This will be at my funeral, going home to Bonnie Scotland.. this is so beautiful . God bless you all wherever you are. Love ❤

[@mildotCadet]

Когда я приду сюда снова.. Пусть эта мелодия перейдёт из этой жизни в ту))

[@davidokell]

❤️

[@saabsafir6095]

Good on you lassie

[@GloriaMartinez-on3jx]

This will be played at my funeral ,also...

[@barbstegner4639]

He's so relaxed and so amazingly humble and you can tell he enjoys whatever he's playing.

[@barbstegner4639]

THANK YOU 😊 🙏 BEEN LISTENING TO MARK FOR OVER 30YEARS, HE ALWAYS SEEMS TO AMAZE ME. I ACCIDENTALLY FOUND TWO SONGS : HE'S THE MAN & SAY TO MUCH, TRY TO FIND THEM ,VERY EXPRESSIVE! HOPE YOU LIKE IT 👍 HAVE A FANTASTIC DAY & HAPPY EASTER SUNDAY 🐣 GOD BLESS YOU 🙌 😊 🙏

[@Sacharias1]

You seem like a nice person, hope u have a good day :>

[@barbstegner4639]

@@Sacharias1 Thank you for the compliment and you have yourself a great 👍 night 🌙 ✨ 😘 💕 my friend, see 👀 ya 🎶 👍 🌙 🙏

[@henriquepassos4029]

Totally that!

[@barbstegner4639]

@@henriquepassos4029 Thank you: MARK when he plays ▶️ this song 🎵 it's Simply flowing effortlessly ✨. Flawless like always ✨. Thanks 🎶 💕 again 🎶 and have yourself a Great time listening 🎶 TO Mark and enjoy your evening my friend, BYE 👋

[@TimJohnsonBizNet3]

When Goodwood and the racing community celebrated the life of Sir Stirling Moss they had Jackie Stewart take a lap in one of Moss' cars and had Mark Knopfler play this song. VERY emotional.

[@daverichardson1956]

I've always liked Dire Straits, never been a massive fan. Though, I do have Brothers in Arms on vinyl. Yes bought in the 80's. I've also had a guitar since the mid 80's but never took it seriously. Now I'm retired I decided to get the old acoustic out of mothballs. lo and behold it still sounds tuneful. But I was still pretty crap at it. Only the odd riff. But at the start of the pandemic I set myself a goal, (as I wasn't going to spend much of my retirement out and about}, to learn to play properly. So I bought some kindle books on chords and other guitar magic and set about my task. Whilst checking out the guitar teachers on KZbin ( which may I say has helped tremendously ) I came across this video of Mark Live in London playing Going Home. That was it I was hooked. I can play it pretty much all the way through now, with the occasional (fingers crossed) incorrect note. At the beginning of the pandemic I set my target and my reward would be a new guitar, as the old one I've had since the 80's which was given to me by a neighbour. That new guitar is now wrapped up under the xmas tree and I can't wait to break it out and practice Going Home on it. So thank you Mark Knopfler for giving me the inspiration to keep going though out this dreadful year. A merry Christmas to everyone and hopefully a better new year.

[@martinhuber5100]

For you too Sir ;-) What a nice story :-)

[@edut1653]

Me has emocionado. Long live 🙏

[@blahfox]

Can't tell you how much reading this comment has made me smile. I set myself the same challenge! 2 months on, how is the new guitar working out for you?

[@scrotrot1595]

Great read Dave. A few years ago I was delving around in KZbin looking for a song. I stumbled across a Mark Knopfler interview where he spoke about his guitars and how hard it is to be a good guitarist. From that moment I bought a guitar and started the long road to being competent. I go back to that interview quite regularly as it reminds me about where it all started, for me🎸

[@aprils6589]

I'm so excited. In March, MK is releasing a new version of this beautiful song that will benefit two teen cancer charities. Helping him will be David Gilmour, Pete Townshend, Ronnie Wood, Brian May, Bruce Springsteen, Tony Iommi, Eric Clapton, Joan Jett, Joan Armatrading, Alex Lifeson, Hank Marvin, Slash, Tom Morello, and the very last recording by the late Jeff Beck. I can't wait.

[@robertpaterek7725]

Najlepszy gitarzysta wszechczasów. Żyj nam Marki jeszcze 100 lat.👏💪

[@robertpaterek7725]

Marku. Polska Cię kocha .

[@heniasz.3909]

Cudowny człowiek i Jego wspaniała muzyka . niech trwa 😊

[@beagle7622]

Absolutely the best version of this song I ever saw him do. The drummer was just brilliant, so much power. The whole band amazing.

[@mikehenfron]

Not bad, but he was no Terry Williams

[@guancheaborigencanario1944]

La banda muy bien. Pero digamos que no es su mejor día.

[@christopherstephens4016]

What must it be like? To have people just stood there in awe of your God given ability

[@stephenpritchard4238]

Do your worst and they surely did, absolutely amazing.

[@martej.r.2310]

I LOVE HOW HE SMILES ON STAGE! I really hope he is healthy enough to do at least ONE MORE TOUR when his new album comes out next year! I'm so young that I haven't had the opportunity to enter a consert of his before.

[@silenceofthelambs5178]

I've listened to 1000's of hours and seen him live three times...in all of those performances I've not heard him fluff a single note...the man is not of this Earth.

[@chuckcarnell1160]

I love how he turns and smiles at his fellow bandmembers! Real Connection and it shows in their Playing!

[@philmoore71]

yes, it's common in many of his videos :)

[@mauricebrocklehurst2358]

My dad absolutely loved this song and when he died on May 7th we played this as the walk out song at the end of his funeral. This one's for you, love you dad and I'll see you soon ❤💔💖

[@katherinebellinger594]

This was played at the end of my uncles' funeral. Such an apt song

[@mauricebrocklehurst2358]

@@katherinebellinger594 yes it's such a beautiful piece of music that we first heard in a film called Local Hero and also got us into dire straights .

[@MrFoxboy7]

When I go that's what I want

[@johnash826]

Played exactly as how it should be played. No gimmicks, crystal clear.

[@jacquelinelissenberg4738]

A masterpiece. So beautiful. Mark Knopfler is a genius.

[@TabsOSRS]

I will be playing this song at my dads funeral in a couple of weeks. Took him back to his years of being a boy, what a man. Legend. RIP Kenny, My Dad, My local Hero.

[@geoffwatts6977]

Ive loved Dire Straits since the beginning..30 years ago I lost my wallet on a day trip at Blackpool..a load of Geordies payed for my beer all night.good beer and good music.. thanks to both of you..❤️

[@atleengelstad5303]

One of the finest pieces of music ever written....

[@sonjadallinger3043]

Einer der größten Musiker. Er kann meine Seele berühren. Seit Jahrzehnten.

[@frankblades764]

A great tune by a fellow Geordie. There is nothing more powerful than hearing this as our local football team Newcastle United step out onto the pitch at St James Park in front of 50,000 roaring fans. Local Hero indeded!

[@vijaysundaram7876]

Your team is flying now - best of luck from City fan

[@garrettfinn7897]

Reminds me of how good Mark is heard it after one of the Newcastle matches a legend

[@ianwoods8593]

Just amazing, and I am not a Newcastle Fan! Saw Dire Straits in a pub in London before Sultans of Swing was even released. Lucky to see them twice more!

[@joebonola7458]

Mark and his guitar are one. Its an extension of his mind and body.

[@NorthNarra]

My Mum loved this instrumental as do I, I know it was her way at the time of connecting with me I made sure it was played at her funeral 'Going Home' rest easy Mum, See ya soon.

[@londonfamous]

Hi North

[@davedickinson9260]

Is there anyone better than Mark? Of all the greats who have made us smile over the years, I think Mark is number 1. Not just a local hero, mate, worldwide and epic. Thank you Mark and to all the guys. D

[@stuartadamsrailfanningvideos]

Mark Knopfler is definitely first, and Pat Metheny is a close second in my mind.

[@dfmalo8]

I'm a big fan of Mark and his wonderful compositions, but technically there are better. Joscho Stephan is currently probably the best guitarist in the world. Check it out on KZbin ;-)

[@davedickinson9260]

@@dfmalo8 Thanks for the heads up. I'll have a go. D

[@dmoder1019]

Local Hero had such an impact on me as a child, and this tune tugs at my heart strings every time I hear it. At the time, I didn’t realise exactly how big an impact it had had; but, looking back, and having moved from England to now be living a couple of villages away from Pennan (where the village scenes were filmed), it’s crystal clear - Local Hero changed my life! ❤️

[@user-qy2kw9kx3o]

Yep changed my life for similar reasons.

[@tracey5076]

U gave Newcastle a piece of your history thank you mark 🖤🤍⚫⚪❤️

[@heidicollins2772]

This brings me to tears every time I hear this. Mark really poured his heart into this one. Watch his face and his eyes

[@wolfdog7265]

Just notice how easy, just using a few fingers plucking away. Hard work, talent. Hats off I’d say.

[@sidpheasant7585]

You said it! We take our hats off when we go into a church, out of respect for God. The Holy Spirit is the inspirer of music that transcends simple definitions like happy or sad. Mark has been blessed in this way several times ("The Walk of Life" is another DEEPLY spiritual song) I believe we have a chance of hearing such things when we finally "go home"... That's the message through music that helps us SEE

[@wolfdog7265]

@@sidpheasant7585 No. This is delusional religion. There is no such thing. The Devine thing is earth’s energy, it’s all around us and we can sense it, understand it and use it like Mark Knopfler. But no, instead you people worship something fictional. That’s just really sad in my opinion.

[@sidpheasant7585]

@@wolfdog7265 Nice that you are sad for me on Good Friday. I appreciate it. However, it's always a bit bizzare to me that you critics love words like "worship" and "religion" - you all insist on emphasising the ritual(ised) aspects. I used neither of those words in my post, and as we know Jesus was firmly against over-ritualised worship; and He also emphasised that the Paraclete/Holy Spirit was like the wind blowing where it will! Of course that does not mean random - far from it, but it does mean a beautifiul, free, active, innovative process that is full of surprises. Nothing dull about it wahtever! Admittedly I did refer to a church, but only because you said "hats off". Otherwise (and quite rightly) my emphasis was on the Holy Spirit and on seeing. And of course what is involved there is energy (as was the case when I experienced a Born Again event - that was entirely tangible). You call it divine (agreed), but then somehow limit it to planet Earth (which I disagree with). But there is indeed something all around us and we can indeed sense it. It happened to me as I say, but the experience ENTIRELY complied with what The Bible suggests, which is why I bring Father and Son and Holy Spirit into it. But it may well still be that what you are talking about is actually - more or less - what I am talking about. Neither Jesus nor the Holy Spirit are fictional, and the Holy Spirit is in fact highly active in our world - the core point being that through Him we have truth and love, and things add up and have meaning. And again that is basically what you wrote!

[@wolfdog7265]

@@sidpheasant7585 nutty preacher. You know nothing at all. You just assume to know. That’s called human arrogance.

[@sidpheasant7585]

@@wolfdog7265 Wrong on all four counts, in all four sentences. Most of all about the arrogance. That is the LAST thing it is...

[@martinweber7912]

Mark Knopfler is a guitar genius with his “finger Pick” style, the pianist is very good, also the drummer who is missing a tooth, but is brilliant, the girls with the violins and viola accompany very well.

[@christophersyed715]

Mark is a gem of a musician; but hey, the bass player is one hell of a player too. Just listen to the bassline, he drives the song!

[@leepatchell6670]

you can tell the drummer is well happy and him and mark when they look st each other and think...'yeah man, this is good "..👌❤

[@paolopiersanti2751]

L L

[@tomwest1014]

I've just noticed how much his bass player looks like the bass player from dire straits. lol. I wonder if he was looking for a lookalike. He's the spitting image. lol.

[@jeffvanderwerf3561]

@@tomwest1014 are you kidding?

[@arcaneExistence]

I'm still so touched by this song, man I love the versions on A Night In London. Probably Knopfler is going to remain my favourite guitarist of all time. Played this song at my grandfather's funeral on my new Strat which my friends had gotten me for my 30th birthday. And I love how it makes people feel genuine emotion, just look at all the people here in the comments talk about their loved ones. What a legend.

[@jamesfoster4045]

Hearing this always makes me homesick for the UK despite leaving 37 years ago.

[@drwho3821]

Just wish I could put many a more likes on this absolute classic.

[@the_amazing_crappo]

I really like how Mark is looking at the band and smiling - like it's not about putting on a show to impress people but simply about playing music even if there was an audience there or not.

[@derekstocker6661]

Wonderful comment, and in a band that is just how it should be. Everyone totally enjoying the moment, fabulous video.

[@oliveringram3056]

Totally agree, no jumping around and prancing about on stage, just gets on with playing to perfection.

[@3000FAst]

Watching this in 2022...amazing piece. The audience just chilled. No camera phones no social media look at me no validation needed just pure. Miss it. Thank you Mark Knoffler.

[@margaretirvine3267]

5 minutes of brilliance.

[@AG-zt9gj]

I wish I could give this a thousand likes I love it so much.

[@danieljulian4676]

As a cardiac surgeon is to ailing hearts, this man repairs ailing souls.

[@SoniaMaria-dy5ug]

HE has something in his soul and dominates everyone with no intention of... it seems that when he was born he was touched by the magic wand of an enchanted fairy and... everything Mark touches turns into music ...i love him!!🎶🎸🎷🧚‍♀️

[@gordoncameron1978]

Two songs remind me of my ex Kirsty . This is one of them! Just like that 8 years of my life where gone in the snap of fingers! I wish her well on the next chapter in life. She was amazing

[@b4dass]

As a Newcastle United fan this tune has been an anthem for us for years and the players enter the pitch to this

[@robertrinaldi8748]

MK is just a genuine guy. Unlike most people who become super rock stars, MK didn't change to live the part. He is much more comfortable here with a small audience being himself than he ever was at the height of Dire Straits success.

[@SuzyQ334]

I totally believe that about MK. He is such a superstar and yet such a normal human being. xxx

[@admeliora321]

One of the greatest pieces of music ever written. Up there with the Masters, Knopfler is a genius.

[@valeriejewell2015]

The smile between Mark and the drummer say's it all.....Ownership of emotion....

[@johnbridges6867]

Mark Knopfler Thank you for your Going Home piece, l absolutely love it, and there is something Very special about it, Like a gift from above to your soul through your fingers, and each time I hear Going Home my eyes fill with tears. It is Gorgeous, and the first piece I practiced playing to get my fingers working again after my hands were injured, I got singed quite a bit. God bless you Mark. Keep playing and smiling. All of the Very very Best to you. JB. East Surrey. UK.

[@dashcamfootagefiggis4162]

I find all Marks music very emotional now in later years, they just remind me of something, or someone or even sometime from the past. Just like this one does, I am now sat up on my couch at 06.30am with a cup of tea with my ear buds in while my wife is still sound asleep, tear in my eye enjoying the past. Beautiful.

[@stuartadamsrailfanningvideos]

Got that right!!!!!!

[@Vfourmike]

Aye

[@corymagner8842]

Anytime Marks fingers hits those strings is a win for all who love some damn good music.. Other dimensional

[@barbstegner4639]

I listen to this song every morning and night, love his facial expressions ,sound of his voice, it's so heavenly, takes all my troubles away. MK YOU'RE THE BEST

[@Elias_Cepeda]

I don't know you. But I share your feeling. This song set me free. Is something so beautiful and perfect. I feel that it remembers me who I am. Thanks for enjoying.

[@barbstegner4639]

Background music is incredible and his facial expressions are so humble.

[@barbstegner4639]

Tha k you for responding. Enjoy the rest of your day!

[@barbstegner4639]

Thank you for all the responses. He has a way to never let you down. Always in my HEART and yours.

[@Blickafram]

Could anybody hear a song? VM did You?

[@nelsonespinoza3233]

Esta canción, me recuerda y entristece, cuando a mí hija la llevaban al hospital en ambulancia, cruzando en un Ferry, por una maldita enfermedad que de manera cíclica le viene, trastorno afectivo bipolar. Hoy, nuevamente vuelve a casa, por eso Going Home, grande Mark, nunca abandonaré a mi hija y estaré ahí siempre a su lado, para cuando me necesite.

[@xxYOURBIJOUxx]

Cannot help but think of our beloved gracious Queen who passed away today whilst listening to this tune. LocalHero/Going Home. Our hearts here in the U.K. are broken 💔😭🙏🇬🇧

[@ChicagoDB]

And she loved Scotland...

[@davedickinson9260]

Very broken. See you heaven, Ma'am. We are going to miss you until our time comes. D

[@SuzyQ334]

I think our hearts are all broken at the loss of the Queen. She has been there all of our lives. And at the risk of sounding cruel - at this point "King Charles" doesn't work.

[@lisafletcher2036]

I listened to this as the queen's coffin made it,s last journey to Windsor, so poignant and terribly sad😥

[@mlhesler68]

In a world of so many master guitarist, here is one who is unlike any others. Mark's playing stands alone. Maybe that's why Chet Atkins and Eric Clapton love his style.

[@alessandroscotto4126]

Ennio Morricone ....as an italian..i close my eyes ..the same love...the same gently passion

[@ronvandervlies8484]

I could listen to Mark for hours. He is one of my favourite guitarplayers.

[@egyjuice]

Something always caught me up reading posts of all this kind hearted and beautiful people all over the world I just wish that we could all meet up one day imagine the beautiful vibe that could spread into the universe stay safe all like minded GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@filipeilolahia4798]

agreed 🇹🇴

[@dianeandwilson]

the greatest guitarist ever

[@rosannanorbiato3462]

Mark knopfler ❤ La tua musica è talmente bella che arriva nel profondo fino a scavarti dentro e a farti male!!! Si, perché il piacere tanto più è intenso tanto più fa male!!! ❤ SUPER SUPER SUPER!!!👏👏👏🏆🏆🏆

[@londonfamous]

Hi Rosanna

[@londonfamous]

Passing by and your beauty got me attracted 🥰

[@danw3735]

The drummer thought he was playing at a Metallica concert lol, that's some of the hardest drumming for a folk song I've ever seen :D

[@danielk1984]

Was in the away end at st james park earlier this season when the first time i heard this, was hooked, didnt realise it was a proper song. Amazing.

[@wildfish2190]

sadly most of my generation will never see this as real music, but nothing that comes out today will ever compare to this. Absolute Gold Knopfler.

[@mcdonaldbrown3212]

Wonderful to see Knoffler so obviously enjoying the music. I'll always remember the film for it's lovely performances, including Knoffler's.

[@Ryolife999]

I told my husband to play this song on my funeral. He's gone not long after that😢😢 I still love this song despite I have to listen to it alone...Going to Mark's concert together is the only thing we haven't done it...

[@dennismevis8892]

Such a complete talent. We have been privileged to be graced with Mark’s talent. A huge thank tge great Mark Knopfler. I bow to you sir.

[@Powerslider]

I just can't get enough of his music. It's like meditation to me, healing in a way.

[@jessicaburns4474]

My mum will be scattering my uncle ashes tomorrow to this song❤️❤️ this is an absolutely beautiful song

[@oskarvikstrom229]

Yes it is

[@gerrilove]

I absolutely love the connection with the audience, his fellow musicians, & at the same time total concentration on bringing his guitar to life. Mark you are the best.

[@christinelucas6757]

Pas mieux que ce morceau❤❤❤

[@universalvediotv2566]

it's when the people who work in a factory ... all the machines work perfectly end this smile like boss see the production is perfect … legend.

[@ingermimi]

Local Heroes is my absolute favourite movie, very much also because of the magic music.

[@harrietlederman2348]

Local Hero! I listened to this all through Scotland. Found where it was filmed. The score was so Knopfler

[@williamculotta7385]

To some, even myself it seems like it was the dark ages when one could take a train to NYC and go to the Village and see Dylan and The Dead before they were very popular. I have been lucky enough to have seen my first concert at 12 years old. That was Buddy Holey at the Augural Ballroom in Providence R.I in 1958. I put another one in my bucket list by seeing one of Mark's first US appearances and The Shaboo Inn in Ct. I have been lucky enough to have seen him in several incarnations for 8 times. He still remains my favorite performers. I wish you all luck in achieving your music journer. However you will have to pay more than a 5 spot!

[@marisameloni9021]

Che suono meraviglioso semprebela in quLsiasi versione Magico unico grande MARK ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@colintiley-evans7442]

The Stratocaster has such a pure clear sound, brilliant.

[@oldfart4751]

Especially when it's played by a master of the instrument!

[@HouseholdDog]

I can't play a single note on mine the way Mark does. Seriously I have no idea how he does it.

[@HouseholdDog]

@Reijo Väliranta Check out Tunnel of Love. The final solo is one of the greatest of all time in many people's books. Especially the live versions.

[@rajarams5988]

Agreed !!! Also hear the strat when Mark and Emmy Lou sing "Our Shangrila " live on stage...i believe it the ultimate Strat sound...even Hank would be proud of that tone !!!

[@fr3kztv197]

He plays the guitar like a GOD.

[@brs]

The way Mark smiles at the others at 03:10 and how they smile back. It's all there. Magic.

[@leecook8818]

When I was young in the Navy in the early 80s we were at sea and on repeat was Dire Straits on the ship radio. At the time I thought ‘not again’ but when you have been through various conflicts over the years, songs resonate. I was always happy to be going home to see my folks and ‘come back to earth.’ Songs like this and ‘Brothers in arms’ represent that era and are emotional for some of us.

[@donedwards104]

Pretty much the same with me. Although I was in the Merchant navy this was blasting out of most of the cabins on the Oriana in the early 80s

[@jerrycollins4893]

I love the way he interacted with the other musicians!...He spent most of the time with his back to the audience....He is my favorite guitarist and plays some of the most romantic music!...

[@barbstegner4639]

All I can say is that he's truly the Best guitarist ever. Soft soothing very relaxed. Love the way he interacts with the band his expression around touching the heart.thank you.

[@barbstegner4639]

Thank you so much. MARK IS TOTALLY BREATH TAKING SOFTLY SPOKEN FOCUSED COMMITTED PASSIONATE SENTIMENTAL EXTREMELY HUMBLE SO SOOTHING TO LISTEN TO. HAVE A GOOD NIGHT EVERYONE 👍👍

[@barbstegner4639]

Playing this song is truly touching and moving. Love watching his facial expression. He really knows how to touch your soul. What a masterpiece.

[@AbsentWithoutLeaving]

This is a truly beautiful video. You can see the connection, they all know they're making something special - everybody's in the pocket, five by five. Would have loved to have been in the audience that night, it must really have been something.

[@barbstegner4639]

@@AbsentWithoutLeaving I CERTAINLY agree 👍 with 🥰 you. The orchestra was amazing 👏 especially the 🎻 violinist and Mark was absolutely 💯 👌 unique and very humble. He enjoys playing ▶️ his guitar 🎸 and music 🎶 if there's a audience or not. Thanks again and have a great 👍 weekend and good 👍 night 🌙 ✨ 😘 💕 sleep 😴 💤 well see 👀 ya my friend 😀

[@antonoat]

The magic of music, no one can explain it but it’s the most real of things! 👏👍😀❤️

[@jford1]

A lot of smiles being exchanged between the musicians on stage, lovely to see that they're enjoying playing together so much!

[@horseman6468]

Must have watched this hundreds of times ,it doesn't age .

[@nickdown5025]

When music, films and TV were made by gifted individuals and as such will stay popular and much loved for ever. I spent a very demanding 6 months in South Armagh in the mid 80s and “Brothers in Arms” played on my boogie box helped keep me sane.

[@sharonmulvaney1971]

We had this at Dad Funeral He loved it from the day he every heard it Happy memories for me

[@scottrichard5792]

May his soul continue resting in the bosom of thy Lord. Is this your favorite song as well?