Mike + The Mechanics - The Living Years REACTION!

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[@anothermonday5664]

"I think I heard his echo in my baby's newborn tears." Some of the most profound lyrics of all time.

[@Mona.555]

The singer is “The man with the golden voice” Paul Carrack. The guitarist is “Mike” Mike Rutherford. This is one of my absolute favorite songs. So beautiful and meaningful. I had just married my hubby. Together 35 years. He passed 2 years ago. Love hearing this always. This song reminds me of those first years.

[@dmr14wizkid14]

Me top This Was One Of The Songs My Father Raised Me On

[@livingtorture5745]

this is one of the most beautiful songs ever written and holy hell the vocals.

[@julieford8788]

Makes me cry every time! Lost my Dad in 86 and this came out a few years later. It reminds me of the things he missed.... my wedding , the birth of his grand kids and greet grandkids. I never ever forget to tell my kids I love them. Life is short.., Make sure your family knows you love them. ❤️❤️😢

[@JC-by6cl]

My dad,who is quit elderly, never told any of us he loved us. It isn ‘t his way or his culture. But we know. We just know.

[@heatherlowe7330]

My grandma died when I was in my teens and I think this song always reminded my mom of her. My mom passed away unexpectedly a few years ago, and my best friend lost her dad a few months ago, it really, really hits you after something like that.

[@berlyn3014]

This came out in 1988. I was 13 and remember being in the backseat of a car with my best friend and when it got to the chorus we'd sing along at the top of our lungs.

[@richmorlang1854]

Was gonna say I was little at least 6

[@gohan7088]

1 year after I was born it was released

[@1cajun59]

Mike formed this group and was one of the founding members of Genesis. The message is as timely today as 30+ years ago when it was released.

[@nickilewis8215]

Truth! I remember when it came out.

[@mulnut]

Mike Rutherford doesn't call Mike and the Mechanics a group. He says it is a collaboration of artists. I can't name them but they are all A listers.

[@Danishsnufkin]

@@mulnut Paul Young (Sad Cafe) Paul Carrack (who had stints in Roxy Music, Squeeze and Roger Waters backing band "The bleeding heart band). Paul Young is not the Paul Young that sung "Come back and stay for good this time".

[@suepence5281]

You are a very unique young man. You are very deep in your thought process and I deeply respect you. Flowers to you Sir.😀

[@andyleclerc3600]

I was lucky...my dad died 6 years ago this week. I got to tell him I loved him on that last night. He was too weak to even talk from the effects of the cancer, but he knew. When we found out about his illness, and that it was terminal he told me he was proud of me. Nothing left unsaid between us. But, still, I miss him dearly.

[@andrewworrall4302]

Give people their flowers today, not when they die. What a great quote!!!!

[@kevinbruno6798]

This is just about the BEST song of regret ever.

[@primemover1416]

Um, Cat's in the Cradle? Hello?

[@Shagyamum]

@@primemover1416 this is way better

[@toddstevens13]

@@Shagyamum Generational magnificence, both of them.

[@Kairukurumi]

"Say it loud, say it clear You can listen as well as you hear It's too late when we die To admit we don't see eye to eye"

[@TheNanadale57]

My family never leaves the house or ends a phone conversation without saying I love you.

[@Craig.Fawley]

Stay blessed my friend

[@miconis123]

I lost my dad 13 years ago and wasn't there when he passed either. So damn true..so many regrets.

[@theghost6412]

its not that, he is saying to clear up any bad blood between family before its far too late. He is saying he didn't get that one final chance to put his pain at rest because he wasn't there at that last moment. Even after all the fights, he never got to say he loved him nonetheless.

[@miconis123]

@@theghost6412 I get that and most of my regrets are from not apologizing and not expressing thanks and love. Even with my dad being much older than me I never thought about how little time there could be left.

[@randy8297]

The great Paul Carrack on vocals.

[@michaelrichmond3968]

This song is so true, I realized that when I didn't get to tell either of my parents when they passed on. I'm pretty sure they knew it but I regret not being able to say it one last time. Thanks Billy your reaction's are spot on. From one veteran to another thanks for your service

[@janettem7374]

This is a great song. I heard it in the 80’s but was to young to get the meaning. Wow, what an awesome song.

[@aprilshowersallyear]

the original video came out when I was in high school, in 1988. Mike Rutherford of Mike and the Mechanics is also a founding member of Genisis and is a guitar LEGEND! Mike and the Mechanics was a different type of band during the 80's , they were a bit deeper than the usual. for a very deep one, listen to Mike and the Mechanics, Silent Running., very very thought-provoking.

[@toddhutchins2492]

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

[@user-rl2if7jz7u]

My father passed away 32 years ago on the 29th of Feb. This song came out soon after and I can't listen to it without crying. Thanks Billy, I loved your reactions.

[@johnmccracken7194]

Billy, you so wise. Those are some of the best words ever. "Give flowers today"

[@catfishandcoleslaw]

My man, I am so happy that you chose this song. It reminds me of my father, and also reminds me of my son as I look at his father as well. Great commentary, great video as always

[@jimmyharris4340]

I had a old man tell me prolly 30 years ago that bad things happen for 15 minutes of your day and not to let the 15 minutes ruin the other 23 hours and 45 minutes

[@steveg5933]

I missed mom's passing. She was in the hospital where I worked and a nurse friend called to tell me of her passing. I was off, getting my vehicle serviced and was going to the hospital afterwards. 4 years ago when dad passed, I was there to the end. The last thing I said to him while he could still speak was I love you. We had had our differences over the years, but the last 10 I was his caregiver. The last 4 days were the worst, but I would not change a thing.

[@fairgorn]

"Age brings forth wisdom like that of a fine machine, it distinguishes between the evil and good and understands the in between".

[@me-pm6mx]

Reminds me of the quote by Winston Churchill. If you're not liberal when you're young, you have no heart. If you're not a conservative when you're old, you have no brain... That quote gives me hope for the youth of today. .

[@amb3cog]

Wow 2 amazing quotes! Thank you very much! ✌️

[@callmelyn73]

I saw what song you were going to react to and I just had to watch. Knowing you to be a spiritual man, Billy, I knew you would like the song. You would hear the message being sung. It was one of the songs, from when I was a teenager, that I just love to belt the chorus. Heck, still do.

[@JCourts2k23]

I love their song silent running

[@kellijackson8290]

This song was released in 1988 and nominated for 4 Grammy awards. I was in high school when it first came out and I still tear up when I hear it. 😭😭

[@pervispowell2075]

First saw you in the Mike and the Mechanics reaction video.. “Great Job.”

[@lindajeanhouse6443]

That's why I like YOUR reaction videos. You ARE passionate. That's what I feel a reaction video should be about. I've seen a few others. I can just watch the video myself if that was what I was interested in.

[@shawnsparkman8472]

Late nineties I was around some musicians who played and sang together. Was requested by an older guy who died that this song be played at his service. His son wasn't talking to him, but his grandson was on good terms. Grandson sang in the band. I was involved with the backing vocals for this song for that service.

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

Love the reaction. Keep the smile...it goes a long way. When you are depressed, smile at the mirror every time you see your reflection...it means you are still upright.

[@peterdellos8824]

I love that this song evokes these kinds of messages, stories, and real talk. Thank you for doing what you're doing!

[@bidwell13]

The song was released in December of 88. My grandfather died February 89 and I couldn’t turn on a radio without this song being on it. It reminded me so much of him cause he died the day before my 8th birthday. I was planning on bringing him cake and talk with him about my party but it was too late.

[@Shagyamum]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tanyafield277]

This song came out in 1988! I've loved it ever since!

[@tracieh215]

Oh...I remember when this came out in my teen years. Makes me think of my sainted father; I lost him in 2005 to complications of diabetes. Something is going on with the stars or something...events have been pulling me towards family history and whatnot...long story....

[@judywalker1505]

Makes you think....to tell people you love every day how you feel.Beautiful song.

[@toukie]

I forgot how much I love this song. Thank you for making me re-discover it

[@momv2pa]

You are so wise for one so young. You are a truly sensitive and caring soul. It surely is okay for you to be passionate about what you believe in. God bless you.

[@barbaradeputy1423]

Your responses are great. And you get what the artists you watch are saying. You are a great father because you are teaching your baby how to keep growing and living with grace and empathy.

[@SeverAngel]

Hi Billy! This song was first released on Oct 28, 1988. So, it is pretty old. I just find it hard to believe you have never heard this before. Hope you are having a great day. God bless

[@ellenhunt8767]

"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans" John Lennon The song is in Mr. Holland's Opus ( Really great movie that you should definitely watch if you love music :) )

[@ohboynothimagain]

I dedicate this song every year on my Dads birthday he past away in 2008

[@johnwinton2209]

Paul Carack has sung lead on so many hits. You wouldn't realise it was him unless told so.

[@ToniM10]

Billllyyy!!.. Don't apologize bro! I think u need to make a video of HOW and WHY u started.. And Ur beliefs and Convictions on HOW u got to where u are TODAY... It might lead u to a DIFFERENT direction for Ur Life... Keep Preaching brotha!! ✌️❤️😎🙏👍👍

[@oldwrinklydave9701]

What a beautiful song and what a powerful message. I loved it! Another song with s powerful message is Everybody Hurts by R.E.M. I really think you would like it. From one ex serviceman to another.

[@stevetokeley6542]

Love your passion bruv.Sending peace to you from London.👊

[@hitealwomanhere8712]

Love this song. Dad use to listen to it. Now I listen to it thinking about him...

[@lisalockhart5407]

Thank you for your passion and for this reaction. I appreciate you!

[@TGS556]

“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” - Charles R. Swindoll.

[@randygregory413]

Really like your reactions Billy. Love your attitude and outlook on life.

[@RowdyRuth]

Beautiful Billy! Your heart shines. ❤

[@cherylroot2244]

Thanks for your service.

[@jrasicmark1]

Now that I've lost both parents, this song gets me every time. I never had a problem talking to them, but I still wish I had told them more often how I felt, especially towards the end. So it's not just about making sure you tell them how you feel while they're still here, it's also the amount you tell them; because when their health starts to fail, they need to hear it more. It also gets me when he says he wasn't there when his father passed. One thing people may not realize, is that it's emotionally exhausting when the doctors tell you the end is near, so it can be really hard just to get up every morning. But it's important to be there for them towards the end, because it's even more scary for them and they need you.

[@Fuilleverte]

song and album were from 1988 Mike was originally with Genesis with Phil Collins

[@77whill]

It came out in 1988 my brother it was Nominated as Song of the Year at the 1989 Grammys It Is A Great Song

[@wesdog8975]

1988 was when this song came out. I was a Senior in High School, and this song almost became our class song, until I pointed out what the song was about. Rod Stewart's "Forever Young " then became the class song. Class of '89 btw.

[@RubesGoodBrainCoffee]

'Forever Young' was also our class song -- also Class of '89. The year before that, they chose 'Here I Go Again' by Whitesnake. (I think I prefer 'Forever Young.')

[@donaldleider7382]

You have a great positive attitude, keep up the good work!!!

[@johnnie2638]

This is a 1988 song. This song & video hits hard. Me & my dad had stilted relationship & now he's gone. I miss him & there are things I wish I could have said to him. Spot on lyrics.

[@srose14s1]

I love your passion! Your rhetoric is amazing. I'll comment more later. I work late shift. Love your shit.

[@larryd4352]

Just found your channel and subscribed! This is one of my favorite songs from the late 1980's. I had a falling out with my father, and the first time I heard this song, I knew I had to make things right with my dad. We were best friends up until the time I left my hometown...when we had a falling out. When I moved back to my hometown...the first thing I did was apologize to my dad for being such an A.H. I am glad I set things right with him. He passed on March 1st ,9 years ago, from a sudden heart attack at 80 years old. I am 62 now, and this song still brings a year to my eyes!! I would encourage anyone who has unresolved issues with family members to make things right.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Thanks for reacting to one of my favorite and moving songs ever. I have this one on my playlist entitled 'for Chez' named for a host of a podcast I used to love listening to who died suddenly from an OD. The lines from "I wasn't there that morning" to "My babies newborn tears" make me tear up every time I listen to their song. I'm usually sobbing out loud by that last line. Something about the emotion behind it goes straight to my heart.

[@lisamayreed6399]

This song helped me to heal and speak...great song.

[@corriel8517]

I have struggled with depression since I was 15 years old. I am 48 and still struggle daily with my mental health. I am disabled because of it. Thank you so much for being so brave to talk about your mental health struggles. Thank you for giving us a voice.

[@Blaydoner]

Stay strong my dear! I suffered with it for 7 years, from 17 to 24 because my mam left and it messed me up big style, i got better though so depression isn't a life sentence, suppose I'm lucky to have only had 7 years compared to the amount you've had which I'm sorry you've had to suffer for so long, please keep faith because that's the only thing i had from ending it all and it paid off, I'm sure you will get better one day just keep that faith sweetheart 🙏 wish you all the best!

[@acasacas9844]

The most beautiful lyrics - ever

[@anthonysilva6935]

Thanks for reacting to the song. It means a lot to me, especially when he says he wasn't there when his dad passed away. I was not there when my dad passed away either, being in the Air Force, I was not at home. This song hits me hard. Thanks again!

[@nigellusby8256]

"Mike" is the guitarist. (a founder member of Genesis). This song is about losing his dad. If you can watch the video through completely without crying, you will realise it's him (& his own son) throughout, even in the band/studio shots.... Although Paul Garrick is the brilliant lead singer (Mike only ever sings backing vocals).

[@acasacas9844]

" I'm sure I heard his echos in my new born babys tears "

[@amadan34]

Love your reaction

[@rondag.3761]

This was one of my favorite sound in 1988!

[@zbrakuskgenestorsaa3700]

The great Paul Carrack on vocals. I lost my dad 13 years ago and wasn't there when he passed either. So damn true..so many regrets. I lost my dad 13 years ago and wasn't there when he passed either. So damn true..so many regrets.

[@debking9041]

Love this song! Miss my folks

[@paulineclark5107]

Makes me cry everytime I hear it. Billy you better preach.

[@candicedonaldson4259]

I dont know if you ever reacted to "Cats in the cradle" by Cat Stevens but it has a similar feel but a good message

[@ameyer1970]

Candice Donaldson Harry Chapin not cat Stevens

[@candicedonaldson4259]

@@ameyer1970 you are so right..I was just listening to both and had a senior moment..my bad!

[@RubesGoodBrainCoffee]

@@candicedonaldson4259 'Cat Stevens is in the cradle, and the silver spoon...' ;)

[@candicedonaldson4259]

@@RubesGoodBrainCoffee I was listening to Morning has broken then Cat Stevens in the cradle lolol

[@theghost6412]

they are both about stupidity, bad blood and regret for failures. This ones about clearing up the bad blood and misunderstandings before its too late. Cat's cover is about bad parenting and realising how badly they utterly failed as a parent when its too late. They realise they raised another failure parent and the cycle goes on.

[@fryskomuttens]

goosebumps very time when i hear this song

[@charlesbeaty3668]

Thank you very much for this. My dad, a WWII vet, passed when I was 13. As a military veteran in the 80's, I lived with this song on my heart.

[@danielhughes3677]

Goodluck to you bro your a good dude 🙏

[@chuckhilleshiem6596]

I watch you a lot and you have helped me through some PTSD . Former US Air force then US ARMY Vietnam 1965 and 1966 THANKS BUDDY

[@moniquemajors7010]

Zac Brown Band- Chicken Fried Great song!!

[@waynefinnicumbb3701]

Love this song. Every time I hear it, I think of my late father, and tear up. Beautiful song. I played it repeatedly after he passed. I was in the hospital waiting room when he passed. They rushed out to get me. They didnt even take his breathing tube out, his chest was still rising and falling even though he passed. All I could do was grab his hand and tell him I love him.

[@erikjeffreys2144]

I saw this video and first heard this song when I was 18 in 1988.

[@cherylwaite3255]

Great song we played this at my Father in laws funeral, thank you Billy

[@Justamy1973]

Always loved this song!!!

[@marlarogers9304]

The words in the last stanza are amazing. "I'm sure I caught his spirit, later that same year. I'm sure I heard his echo, in my baby's newborn tears. I just wish I could have told him in the living years.' I believe that our loved ones are still around us, every day. The bible speaks of the rapture, it says the dead will be caught up, and the living will follow.

[@jeffstevens4262]

I love that the backing choir is made up of members of the so called 'parents generation', that's a lovely touch. The lead singer's name is Paul Carrack and yes, he has a wonderful voice.

[@footloosewill5569]

One of the best songs from the 80s

[@josiahrobinson6135]

loved this song when it came out in the late 80s/early 90s. tonight, it hits even closer to home as i just found out a high school friend passed away this past friday.

[@crystalsmith4919]

This one touches my soul!!

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Beautiful

[@michellemccloy823]

This is one of my neighbor's fav songs from this group! It's a tear-jerker if you listen.

[@CandleLight1974]

The fabulous blue-eyed soul voice of Paul Carrack.

[@johnflynn5044]

One of the very few songs that looks at the complex Father Son relationship. Cat Stevens Father to Son is another song to do the same is Church by Mike Skinner (the Street) its raw and strangely haunting.. The Living Years is a beautiful song and always makes me feel emotional. Christ though you do waffle on ! After finally shutting up and returning to the song you still went right on and talked over the top of it !

[@high6917]

BILLY PLEASE PREACH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love You Man

[@YarnDragonTracy]

This is definitely from the 80s because I remember listening to it with my dad when I was little. Still think of my dad whenever I hear it and it reminds me that I need to give him a call.

[@wolfen26]

It's from 1988.

[@magic8ball1982]

My Father's Eyes by Eric Clapton has a similar feel. Did you notice in this video that the first choir they showed was children and the second was all adults which reflects the theme of this song which is communication between generations

[@filmgirlLisa]

Your reaction is very powerful. Listening to this song one day got me to call my father for the first time after decades. Best decision.

[@bondgary1982]

You dont know what its like to loose someone till you experienced it like me i lost mt dad 6/9/2019 7:20pm and im still not over it

[@kazgak]

A beautiful timeless song.

[@JD.Knight]

Makes me cry every time. Brings back so many regrets of the things i should have told my dad.

[@welcometomysteriousadventu4150]

Please check out You put this love in my heart by Kieth green

[@bridgetsummerfield]

I love this song!