Memorial to Richard Wright of Pink Floyd

[@ricardolopes7558]

Rick Wright will never be forgotten. He's playing the great gig in the sky, now. We love you, Rick

[@joethornell1126]

He was a very talented keyboardist. That's an understatement...But he also seemed to be a very kind man, and always smiling. Rest in Peace, Rick, You were loved..

[@christiej13]

Amen

[@BigBen52]

Hard to believe it has been 14 years. Thank you, Rick, for all the great memories you created.

[@BigBen52]

Today, July 28, is Rick's birthday. Please take some time to remember him by purchasing or listening to his personal albums (Wet Dreams and others) and his contributions to Pink Floyd. His family can still get royalties from his works.

[@GammaNu955]

@@BigBen52they surely get plenty with all the streaming and the 50th of Dark Side. It’s pulled in millions. ❤

[@BigBen52]

@GammaNu955 Hopefully they do, but some of the royalty contracts were signed decades ago when the record companies often acquired the copyrights and very large percentages in perpetuity, as many artists of that time period have since complained.

[@mudman1881]

I still find it hard to watch Rick Wright without feeling so much sadness. Pink Floyd died when Rick died and that is difficult to take. R.I.P Rick and thanks for the memories.

[@BigBen52]

Interesting statistic: the number of views for this video more than doubled from its daily average yesterday on the anniversary of Rick's passing. Indicates to me that date is still embedded in the minds and hearts of many of his fans. A fitting tribute in itself.

[@ronniegrant4794]

I remember where I was when I heard the news. Sad

[@jasonalseth2010]

The best concert I ever saw, 'The Division Bell' in 1994 with my future wife. She is gone now, but the memory of the show, and her, live with me forever.

[@jorgesilva7181]

Me too, Joe Robbie stadium Miami 1994

[@electrokat1000]

I'm a 16 year old aspiring pianist, and richard wright is the artist i look up to most :) "how i wish, how i wish you were here" to teach me all your tricks. The world could do with a few more like him. He will be sorely missed, may he sleep easy knowing he made the world a more beautiful place.

[@mar117117]

Rick wright is an incredibly inspiring person to me and an amazing musician. Don't be sad he died, be happy he lived.

[@patrickgleason2066]

Lovely comment! 🌹

[@RevJack-dd3ml]

WHAT NEWS. !!! AMEN....TO RICK WRIGHT LIVING LIFE ! I SAW PF...IN VERSAIIA 88 AND GERMANY 94 !

[@MERPOT1]

Just like George Harrison. he was the quiet one and spiritual. R.I.P.

[@BigBen52]

Good comparison....just imagine Dark Side of the Moon without Richard or Abbey Road without George.

[@pristineclear8604]

@@kesmaj 👌

[@patrick7775]

I don't know what you mean by " spiritual "

[@bobobrien8968]

Patrick 777 deep

[@operationbruce3821]

@@patrick7775 aie aie aie

[@BigBen52]

This month is the 50th anniversary of the album Dark Side of the Moon. Since this video was made 14 years ago, I would like to update some of the statistics shown in the video. Dark Side of the Moon is now on the Billboard LP chart for nearly 1,000 weeks selling more than 50 million units worldwide! This album was truly memorable and a remarkable gentle and hypnotic piece of music while the lyrics are of their time examining such issues as Madness, sadness, empathy, War, materialism and human existence. Also, we have Miss Clare Torry to thank for the amazing vocals on this song. I would like to add that March 6th was David Gilmour's birthday so go over to his channel and say thank you for this fabulous album and wish him a happy birthday!

[@johnbrown6012]

As far as I am concerned he lives on in his music. What a great, timeless legacy he left me and millions of others.

[@antoniopanzeri8393]

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[@BigBen52]

I'm always impressed by the love shown to Rick. Each year this video receives double the usual number of daily views on the date of his passing.....this year (2015) the number was over 1,200. Obviously, he is remembered fondly by many!

[@manicbunny8287]

+bigbeninjax How does one not love #RichardWright ? One note .. one note

[@rapperprime562]

bigbeninjax vats coz he wiz floyd

[@ashburn47]

Fr. Duffy Fighting 69th mm

[@HGPTW]

I think Rick deserves more love; the quiet unassuming backbone to this greatest of bands; the more you listen, the more realise how essential and omnipresent his keyboards are to the Pink Floyd sound.

[@engelbertforcer658]

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[@Rockit8]

I still get chills when I listen to this . We miss you Richard.

[@pinkfloyd1071]

So badly underrated it's incredible! Hope you're happy wherever you are rick.

[@alimojaver1988]

make me sad!! never forget u great genius gentleman..

[@alimojaver1988]

Richard was so nice..had no narcissism but had vast musical influence on pink floyd ..i believe more than david in composing and writing music.

[@pinkfloyd1071]

Ali Mojaver yes your right he was an equal part of floyd.he was just a quiet man who was over powered by an egotistical roger.I think they would have worked well together now that rogers mellowed.we'll never know!:-(

[@alimojaver1988]

clan cunningham yes..every body change even genius...but i think it was just difference in their music visions..roger has his own way of thinking..he insisted on social and political aspiration..but its difficult to judge them..as they said rog wanted the band for himself.. but he said we had problem in idea of music.. rog said music for me is not just fun and earning money like have a cigar! and i believe rick was great dave is a super gutarist but rog is body of 70s pink floyd and he is ultra talented in music composing arangements and lyrics.. Other great guys said the same like eric clapton

[@pinkfloyd1071]

Ali Mojaver well put!

[@BigBen52]

Today, July 28, is Rick's birthday. Please take some time to listen or purchase some of his solo works (Wet Dreams and others) and his contributions to Pink Floyd. His family still gets royalties to help them. ❤

[@trevorphillips1207]

How can anyone not like this? A fitting tribute to a great man. This song gives me goosebumps and brings a tear to my eye.

[@bennyboy2079]

Nothing like it...not for all moods , obviously. But I just love it 👍

[@iDONTdoFacebook]

Sorely missed indeed. A gifted composer... A great keyboardist... A gentle soul. Richard Wright. A part of Eternity.

[@ericgeorge5483]

With Pink Floyd selling in such vast numbers it is a certainty that Ricks work will never be forgotten, and rightly so.

[@Fmshamim66]

The most important and creative member who was behind all the unbelievable hypnotising songs of Pink floyd. He always remained quiet in his lifetime RIP.

[@outoworkdreamer]

Most underrated keyboardist... ever...I feel as though I knew him...like a friend...he seemed so humble and approachable.... great job on this memorial ...thanks

[@BigBen52]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@lottelein5116]

mike Braxus I totally agree that Rick was the most underrated member of P.F. Sadly, it took his death to prompt others in the band and fans and critics alike to fully appreciate how much he contributed to that awesome texture that held P.F.'s music together. He is my favorite keyboard player. Thankis too for posting this most moving memorial.

[@ThatIsDopeBro]

i....also...agree..with..........you

[@BigBen52]

+mike Braxus Don't worry, Mike, I don't grade on style here on my channel like some people apparently do.......................

[@ThatIsDopeBro]

+mike Braxus you talking about me you lil shit?

[@carlogiottones348]

Rick was the good Floyd. Very private as the rest of them but never a word out of place, just seemed like a good, lovely soul. And a talented musician. Few people like that in the world

[@GammaNu955]

He deserved and earned more credit than he got. Cudos to David and Nick for making a full member of the now 3 Floyd member band. His passing has to be one reason why the Floyd won’t tour again. but they should! Call it the Last Tour of the Dark side of the Moon.

[@yellowlabs619]

Appropriate song choice with great gig in the sky, great tribute Rick would be so happy RIP

[@BigBen52]

+yellowlabs619 Thank you very much.....always good to connect to another Floyd fan.

[@planetmusic11]

yellowlabs619 Wonderful Tribute for Sir Richard Wright and i dedicate your amazing video also for my lovely father Richard Joseph Bismuth

[@BigBen52]

And now on Friday we once again remember the loss of Rick and all the great music and memories he created. 15 years gone.

[@donrussell1606]

I am greatly saddened to hear of the passing of Rick Wright. His work and music has been, and always will be my favorite music. It reminds me of my own mortality. Perhaps we shall meet in heaven, where I can tell him how much he has meant to me. Aufvetizane my friend, God bless you

[@skipmatsey8352]

He seemed a gentle and kind soul.

[@zaney1964]

What a truely wonderful piece of music. If ever a musician were one with his instrument , Richard Wright certainly was with his Piano ! RIP Richard Wright !

[@datruth9872]

Just an all round excellent human being. Is missed by all ! Thanks for the fun ! RIP !

[@dougsyd1662]

Such an underrated part of Pink Floyd. There could never be Floyd without Rick. His mystical dreamy sound has taken me on many many journeys in my mind.

[@PFforever1]

Rick Wright always struck me as a person with a very gentle and humble soul. Thank you, Rick, for sharing your amazingly beautiful gift with us as we are all so much richer for it...

[@roberthoule9693]

that song in light of Richard's passing chokes me up. R.I.P.

[@tonygrubb2847]

RIP Richard you are missed . Thank you for your contribution to the best band in the universe

[@ronjamroz6432]

Under appreciated artist. What a talent, very integral to the sound. Richard was the Charie Watts of Pink Floyd. Respect...

[@DariusMidnite]

Truly a great man. It saddens me even more to know that he was working on another album. Wet Dream is, in my opinion, better than even Gilmour's and Water's solo albums. He is the stuff of legends, the dark and unseen side of Pink Floyd, one who isn't recognized for what he is. A little more of Pink Floyd dies with him, though he will never be forgotten as long as someone out there listens to Pink Floyd. And so, he has reached that which we all seek: immortality. My condolences to his family.

[@georgebarbour8013]

A loss to the world of music which cannot be replaced...I never knew this man, but he found me through his beautiful music...RIP you prince!!

[@BigBen52]

We are coming around again to that time of year! March 6 is David Gilmour's birthday. So be sure to go over to his channel and show him some love and THANKS for continuing to bring us new and great music.

[@aaronthompson7898]

R.I.P. Richard Wright! I won’t forget you or your music!

[@magetisme-OpenMinded]

Certaines personnes devraient pouvoir ne pas mourir ! Comme Rick. Mes souvenirs sont intarissables. Heureusement, il revie en moi dans sa présence musicale. Sans lui que serait Pink Floyd floyd

[@raulmacias1311]

My all~time favorite Pop/Rock Keyboardist! Richard William "Rick" Wright was also a wonderful gentleman! Man, how I would have loved to have met him! I listen to him everyday! My, what a legacy! His work with The Pink Floyd and his solo work will live on for eternity! R.I.P. ~ RICHARD WILLIAM "RICK" WRIGHT.

[@BigBen52]

Thanks very much....having stopped by your channel, that means a lot coming from an obviously sincere Floyd fan....and I'm becoming increasingly aware just how many of them there are out in the world. Millions of "artists" may sell some songs, but relatively few still affect the world nearly 50 years later.

[@paolacelletti2056]

I love u Rick. Forever in our hearts

[@Termenio]

Syd and Rick The Great gig in the sky..

[@tahirmukic5460]

That I would love to see when I pass on

[@JaksonMusik]

Боже мой!!! Это просто невозможно!!! В горле ком и душат слезы!!! Как жаль,что уходят лучшие!!!😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤

[@dkied1419]

He was my dad's close friend..💔

[@BigBen52]

My condolences.

[@dkied1419]

+bigbeninjax Thank you..

[@kimbr60]

Danae Mendes

[@shaliniverma7807]

so lucky

[@FranciscoMeloMelo]

Francisco Melo 1 segundo atrás Era o cara! mais vai esta sempre em minhas lembranças,

[@TheIsabel7]

This song show us how, sometimes, words are not needed. Just like him, his music spoke for him. Now I realize how much I miss him.

[@davidtrobaugh9798]

Brother , we will all miss you deerly my the Lord be with you always. Thank you for all the Years. Of pink Floyd you gave us.......

[@williamorr9203]

16 years already,yes he made my 70s,80s and to the present. He cannot be replaced. 💔

[@Thundergod-]

So glad they did the LiVE 8 thing before Rick passed. It's evident he was a huge part of their unique sound....

[@dbrinkm1]

To all of us who loved the Floyd...Richard was always an integral part of the band and, as such, irreplaceable, and as a human being, the same. We all miss him dearly !..indeed ! db

[@motokev]

I get chills every time I hear this song

[@dylanc.452]

no se muere el que se va, se muere el que se olvida.... y jamás seras olvidado maestro. estas tocando el concierto en el cielo eternamente.

[@crubensa5095]

mientras suenen sus composiciones seguirá vivo, y nos hará sentirnos vivos a los demás, por muchos años

[@rosendomarcelo8411]

Dyln Clvo murió a lo 55 años 😢😢😢😢era un músico maravilloso que triste la gente valiosa se va pronto

[@matiasrapallini8544]

Sonara por siempre El gran Baile en el Cielo

[@claptonlee7198]

porque en el cielo y no en el infierno??

[@Lvdd]

@@claptonlee7198 el infierno es este, la prisión de los espíritus.

[@dbrinkm1]

Rick was a very special person who was humble and loved by thousands.He was ..simply, irreplaceable.We have his music to remember him by and , for that, we are very grateful. But, the sting of his passing does not easily vanish, nor should it be so.Rick, we miss you ..RIP db

[@rolffriedrichwitte7547]

I wish You we're here. 😧😧😧😧🙏🙏🙏Richard! RIP. 💔

[@benscheidegger122]

There was a ragged band that followed in our footsteps Running before time took our dreams away Leaving the myriad small creatures trying to tie us to the ground To a life consumed by slow decay - High Hopes, Division Bell, Pink Floyd. R.I.P. Richard Wright. You're dream will never be burnt out.

[@BigBen52]

Very nice. Thanks for the post. BB

[@beautybybev]

Beautiful! This whole Video clip is Fabulous! Such a Beautiful, Treasured Musician! Still missing him 5 to 6 yrs later! A One & Only Fella for sure!!

[@philippesenegats9619]

oui wrigt etait indispensable au groupe il manque je pense a david tres proche musicalement en simbiose metaphysique musicale et une entente parfaite sur les notes avec le groupe je ne l oublierai jamais cet artiste qui ma fait voyager dans se monde complexe j aurais toujours ce piano en armonie Bon voyage mister wright

[@wayevy4Jesus630219632002]

so many emotions in this song...deep sorrow,sadness,anguish,loss as well as an orgasmic sound of a couple in the throes of beautiful intimate bliss

[@bmsenes4411]

Super hommage

[@pg9144]

Upon my passing I would wish tis played at my memorial. Suits me well. See you then Rick!

[@delta30024fly]

Brother Rick, you were the bedrock of the Floyd touch, you proved over and over, that truly great musicians can do more with less, rest well sir and know that I will always "Remember a day".

[@sergiopereira8119]

Rick sem duvidas fez muita gente viajar fora das galáxias sem tirar os pés do chão!! fantastico

[@jayteebee2041]

Gosh I miss him and only knew him through his music. Him and Gilmour are one of the best teams in music. Rest easy Richard..no more pain.

[@delta30024fly]

This masterpiece will forever be relevant, although I did not know Rick Wright personally, he seemed like a very gentle and decent man, I also believe that he was the bedrock and foundation of the Pink Floyd sound, as a fellow keyboard player, I learned that less can be more and there are still chords out there yet to be played, Rick was my inspiration and the reason I begged my parents to pay for piano lessons, he may no longer be among us....but he will always be with us....TS

[@stephenclark9594]

RIP Richard Wright gone but never forgotten shine on my friend the heartbeat of Pink Floyd ❤

[@paperchain1239]

What a lovely lovely bloke Angel in this sometimes dark world.

[@Syd4510]

Thanks for this, the photos and the statements, very moving. Rick Wright is my hero of the keyboards, because of his choice of sounds, his style and arranging - incredible imagination and feeling. I love his contribution to all the Floyd albums... saw the Floyd live on one occasion, when they played Dark Side, and Rick played an intro to 'Us and Them' on a synth. It was such a beautiful synth sound. That was part of his special qualities as a totally imaginative musician. Millions of keyboard players search their synth patches for some kind of special Rick Wright sound!

[@aguila220868]

Still sends tears to my eyes; you´ve left us behind but we are sure to follow. Never met the man but his music has been with me for as long as I remember. Thank you Richard you are still missed.

[@KarlKrogmann]

God bless him. He was a terrific keyboard player and "the glue" that held together most of the longer, more complex Floyd compositions. Meddle, Dark Side, Wish You Were Here... none of these things would be what they are without Rick's quietly memorizing keyboard work.

[@BigBen52]

My apologies to everyone....I forgot to remind you that March 6th was David Gilmour's birthday and to celebrate by listening to some Floyd or, especially, David's new album "Rattle that Lock". Anyway, go wish him a belated birthday wish on his YT channel and thank him for all the great songs, memories, and years he has given us!

[@BigBen52]

And here we are again on year 15 of Rick's passing. Hard to believe he is gone , but I am so glad we have his great contribution to music for us to appreciate and enjoy. Thanks again, Rick!

[@boston905]

Remembering the incredible Rick Wright, gone 6 years ago today. He left us far too soon. Will always be grateful for the music he created. A brilliant but humble genius.

[@5jerry1]

He was, and you could say, still is, one of the greats. Very nice tribute.

[@БориславБондаренко]

Хороших людей, без временно ушедших всегда жаль, тем более если ещё и отличный музыкант! Земля тебе пухом!!!

[@orionz4684]

Борислав Бондаренко Прекрасный музыкант, и видимо достойнейший человек! Как жаль, что покинул этот бренный мир, всем бы оставить о себе такую добрую память! Земля тебе пухом, ЧЕЛОВЕК и МУЗЫКАНТ!!!

[@laserlithuanian]

my favorite keyboardist of all time

[@BigBen52]

Mine, too! Always great to see all these years later, how much Rick is still appreciated.

[@laserlithuanian]

@@BigBen52 cool !!!!

[@valaurwen]

I remember where I was the first time I heard this track, actually. Sitting in my ex-fiance's car after a rather terrible, very painful argument. He is a big time Floyd fan (he looks creepily almost identical to Syd Barrett - and seems to have the exact same mind -_-) and this song was suddenly playing. Felt like everything stopped including my pain. It's funny how such wonderful music can be so much like a drug. Thank you Rick Wright. The Floyd has gotten me through many a trying time since.

[@BigBen52]

All these years later and this still makes my eyes misty.

[@enverhencan7112]

As if members of bands died , they , band , music wil live forever.. Because all of generations will listen them..

[@lippiacitri]

We miss you Richard , you were a great keyboardist! Love you RIP Thx for sharing

[@BigBen52]

Today, 28 July, is a good day to remember Rick. It would have been his birthday.

[@calmblueocean7243]

Coincidentally, I am watching this video on 28th July 2019 - a great tribute to a beautiful musician and by all accounts I have read, a really lovely guy. Thanks for the video Big Ben. Rest in peace Rick 🎹

[@Aabomorris]

Thank you very much sir for your contribution to the music which we will cherish whole life.

[@gerardmcnally]

A beautiful human being and a fantastic musician RIP

[@philosophiaentis5612]

A phenomenal musician. Pink Floyd has its footprints on every great song. Just love his way of playing.

[@damiensuil2183]

the quiet, modest,gentle soul of pink Floyd..and above all throughout all the various incarnations of pink Floyd he was the backbone of the music.

[@JustLikeThat7777]

Thrilling gig, High, Very High !!! It moved me when I was a teen and it continues to move me...pure moment of grace

[@BigBen52]

I got the new Gilmour album "Rattle That Lock" yesterday and have listened to it three times. I put it on last night for my ADHD wife and was only gonna play the first two cuts but she insisted we listen to it all. It's that good. Nobody can make a guitar sing and soar like Gilmour. There are a number of gorgeous solos, great countermelodies, catchy rhythms, and acoustic work, but one thing that sets this one apart from some of his other solo works (and especially the last "Pink Floyd" album he released a few months ago) is the amazing vocals. Yes, David Crosby and Graham Nash are on one great cut, but there's plenty more great harmonies, choirs recorded in big stone cathedrals, and even kid vocals. Dave's living in France has influenced some of the underlying (and one very overt) sounds on the title track and several others. The lyrics are often cryptic but beautiful as written by his wife who is apparently an Olde English scholar judging by the references. One line that also stands out on a song that is subtly anti-war is "I hear the word 'mama' sounds the same in any tongue." After seeing all the refugees fleeing the Mideast and Africa, it particularly hits home. Really powerful song. You'll certainly hear Dark Side, Momentary Lapse, The Wall and other influences come through, too. Oh, yeah, and the coup de force is that Dave apparently learned how to play piano from Rick Wright......

[@johnhayesjr7416]

+bigbeninjax It is one of his best ever, gets better with every listen!

[@BigBen52]

I agree, John.....thanks for commenting!

[@krollpeter]

Mr. Gilmour plays keyboards since ages already. He also plays trumpet (albeit simple) and drums (not too bad), and bass (good, and better than Mr. Waters actually).

[@jamesedwards587]

Only recently got a feel for Pink Floyd, despite the fact I was born in 1950. Went through Beatles, Rolling Stones etc. until I got the taste of Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits. But now, since retiring, I've got a taste for other music. At the moment it's Pink Floyd and David Gilmour, Jacques Loussier, more Mark Knopfler, and more. Gorra say, though, I didn't know of Richard until recently. What a genius! RIP Richard. As they say in Yorkshire, "Tha'll do for me". Highest compliment I make.

[@donstuie]

I can imagine Rick waking up in a strange dark corridor, with a blinding light in front of him. Unsure and frightened at first, he sees a figure slowly emerge in the light, coming towards him. Rick is terrified, unable to move, unsure who this figure his or what their motives are. The figure then extends its hand, then saying in a posh Cambridge accent "Been a long time mate". Syd's come to take him home...

[@thomassexton9990]

Richard Wright you and the great sounds that you greated will be greatly missed

[@loud7070]

A wonderful tribute to a wonderful man and musician.

[@vasevas1]

He was the very Heart of Pink Floyd.Thank you Richard for what you are still offering us. And thank you too Bigben.

[@mikedickerson521]

I could never understand why people over the years have questioned Rick Wright's contribution to this band and the music! I think the world of David Gilmour and his loyalty to Rick Wright if you listen to the music you can hear his contribution!

[@divine181247]

Strange as he enters my thoughts from time to time. Pink Floyd were such an influence on my musical career. We miss you Richard. RIP

[@shirlegirling6830]

Great music - Dark Side of the MOON is one of the best 👍❤️😉🍀🍁👵

[@jonathancollins3785]

This is a wonderful piece of music, iconic and timeless. It's fascinating to listen to Rick's vocals on various Floyd tracks which worked so well both alone and blended with Dave Gilmour to make that unique sound. Sad that so many years have gone by so quickly and that Rick's life was cut short. He will be missed.

[@feellucky271]

I can only imagine his quiet words to Clare Torry to inspire the great voice which emanated from her and into eternity on the Great Gig in the Sky. Whatever they were,they were well chosen. Onward to the Great Gig. Thank you Rick

[@GJones-mu7lp]

I became a musician solely because of Rick. Thank you for the inspiration and the years of beautiful music. RIP

[@elainescott4702]

A true legend never to be forgotten

[@andreascala2663]

the brotherly friend that I have never met in person but who has been with me for 44 years and will continue to do so as long as I live

[@alanferdman9516]

I really enjoy Rick Wright's Paintbox on side B with Syd's Apples & Oranges. Rick was one of the pioneers of the keyboards in Rock 'n' Roll history. I am sure He is writing some very cool music with Roger (Syd) Barrett. RIP Rick & Roger (Syd) !!!

[@Ahrod56]

It's still hard to me to accept that Rick is no longer with us,but life goes on,and regardless of everything,years go by,persons come and go,but the magic,the songs and melodies,and further fond memories remain the same... God bless you Rick...

[@jeannadavis2658]

In the 70s the very first time I've gotten stoned I was listening to dark side--- Pink Floyd has given me fond memories over the years, now that I'm 67 and have been riding a Harley with other old bikers I'm glad to say Floyd of course will never die.