PETER GABRIEL (feat. KATE BUSH) FIRST TIME REACTION to Don't Give Up

[@jimdolen225]

If this song doesn't get to you, you are dead inside!

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

This is what you get when you put two of the best singers and artists of all time together and ask them to do a duet ...........:) Peace and Love

[@glenndespres5317]

This song hits. Heard it during a rough patch. Laid off from work, had a young son and a wife to support. All those feelings i couldn’t express were here in this song.

[@J.Christ-man]

"Okay, who's cutting onions in here!?!?"

[@mvunit3]

Haha! "Salty Cracker" 😉

[@mikenichols3965]

It's jalapeño juice in my eye 😥

[@anthonycollins5305]

England's true King and Queen.

[@grahamhowes6904]

Cited by Elton John as saving his life - he had been suicidal. It is deeply moving.

[@davidrussell7105]

I believe the song is based on a period in British history, when Margaret Thatcher was PM and the government closed down multiple coal mines and there was mass unemployment. Whole towns and villages went from relative prosperity to poverty within months. And unemployed men in particular suffered from anxiety and depression. And many sadly committed suicide. Here Peter is enacting one of those men contemplating suicide, and the loving wife is trying to talk him out of it.

[@GaryParris]

two incredible artists on one song is just a pinnacle of music

[@cabdriveruk]

The song was inspired by the Depression-era photographs of Dorothea Lange, showing poverty-stricken Americans in Dust Bowl conditions. Gabriel saw Lange's images in a 1973 book titled In This Proud Land. He felt that a song based on this was wholly appropriate to difficult economic conditions in England under Margaret Thatcher. He composed lyrics about a man whose unemployment causes stress in his domestic relationship. The verses, sung by Gabriel, describe the man's feelings of isolation, loneliness and despair; the choruses, sung by Bush, offer words of hope and encouragement. Gabriel originally wrote the song from a reference point of American roots music and he approached country singer Dolly Parton to sing it with him. However, Parton turned it down, so his friend Kate Bush took her place

[@dalj4362]

Thanks for the backstory. Dolly Parton sure did miss out and I'm glad she did now. Kate and Peter are a perfect match for this song.

[@kph1034]

Peter Gabriel - What a voice Kate Bush - What a voice Together -wow 😊

[@lorcazola]

In 1982 Peter Gabriel walked by me down the isle with a tiny little drum on his way to the stage. He was in full monkey makeup. Band started with "Rhythm of The Heat". When he got on the stage Peter Gabriel does that yoddle and then the Bell Tolls........then the Chorus of children. Sounds like I was in Africa.............screams "The Rhythm Has My Soul....the Rhythm of the Heat". More Chorus.".has My............Sooooouuullll" More African Drums......Goosebumps. That's how the concert started.

[@debrabrabenec]

Man!! I wish I had seen him that time! Security is my favorite PG album!

[@lizmarch4000]

when this song/video came out I was too young to care and was probably just waiting for some other favorite video to come on after. Tonight I watch and listen with a different adult perspective. thanks for re-introducing it to me !

[@RedSinter]

No matter the time...or the year...this song is viscerally emotional...timeless...

[@lou_bee]

Peter and Kate did a wonderful duet on a live Christmas special in 1979. The song was "Another Day." Worth checking out. Great performance.

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@damienyoung751]

It is indeed a brilliant song and duet

[@MrGameControler]

Please see this comment....I saw Peter Gabriel this Tuesday in Antwerp and my god, it's probably the best concert I've been to. First of all, the man's voice is literally like 80-90% as good as on his albums 40 years ago. I went with my dad who is the actual Peter Gabriel fan while I'm just an admirer of ridiculous talent and only knew 3 of his biggest hits. When he started singing we just looked at eachother with a smile like "holy shit he's still this good?" Aside from his performance, Tony Levin and all the other extremely talented musicians were very good and the production, camera work and his cool "stage machines" (not just spots but really fun surprises I can't describe well) were fantastic. If you can see him, you absolutely should. I saw Rammstein last year btw who are quite different but also praised for live shows, Peter Gabriel was more memorable for me and I'm a Rammstein fan...

[@NicknLex]

We plan to go see him for sure, thank you for the boost though!! :))

[@steveaga4683]

I saw Kate Bush at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1978. She had a couple of surprise guests on stage with her! Steve Harley of Cockley Rebel and...Peter Gabriel.

[@Pulsar77]

"So Peter, do you have any ideas for the music video?" "Yes, I want to hug Kate for 6 minutes."

[@paulgatton1785]

Masterpiece of a song!! Always draws a tear.....and yes, the outro is supurb!

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@gavinkistner772]

"Drove the night toward my home, the place that I was born, on the lakeside. As daylight broke, I saw the earth: The trees had burned down to the ground." That verse breaks me. He's broken and sad, he goes back to his childhood home for comfort, and then finds out it's ruined. Everything is changed, and not for the better. There is no refuge for him there.

[@g.e.5723]

He recalled the "Thatcher Years". Layoffs, economic troubles for working folks, unemployment etc.

[@stpnwlf9]

Kate's voice is capable of carrying a story on it's own, but coupled with great lyrics (and both of them are fantastic lyricists, though this song is obviouly his) she enhances lyrics with her vocal expression and strengthens the story being told.

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@richardhoyau936]

Un des plus beaux duos zvec deux grands artistes

[@carstenhorn5075]

So beautiful, so deep. One of the best duets and video clips I know

[@lamusiclover2264]

Notice in the background how during the song, that there is a full solar eclipse going on that is timed to complete exactly to the end of the song

[@alshipman2114]

Always tear up to this

[@billbrown4026]

No one wants you when you lose. Jesus that hits hard. Thank God for Kate's soft, compassionate reassurance.

[@mmoura1104]

This song still holds a special place in my heart. He is awesome in concert. Live your life

[@chitownlee]

The So Album came out in 1986. This song was supposedly about The Great Depression era in America.

[@brettpeacock9116]

Given that both of them are from the UK, it's more likely the song is about the 1980's economic reforms under Margaret Thatcher , which almost blended Britain and caused mass unemplyment and skyrocketing crime.

[@jameslynch7826]

What an angel she is. We are lucky to have her here in England

[@richardconnolly4835]

This video captures the sentiment of the song with a simple loving embrace. To be that loved - it made me cry and I'm not overly sentimental. Sooo glad you finally got to it

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@JohnMacRae23]

Really doesn't get any better than these two, they are both sort of musical twins, both amazing songwriters and trailblazers. I've seen Peter live 5 times over the years, and trust me there is no better show.

[@chrisb.2178]

Everyone who had the chance to see him is blessed. Saw him three times myself and looking forward to number four.

[@mjarve909]

Having seen both I would just shade it to Kate in 2014 - the most emotional show I have ever been to.

[@blastingweevil2968]

this is what happens when 2 legends of music sing together Amazing !!!

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@rk41gator]

That bass outro could go on forever! I believe Peter asked Dolly Parton first and she turned him down. But Kate is perfect. Love how the eclipse in the background follows emotions in the song.

[@leonh.kalayjian6556]

He just wanted to hug Dolly for 10 minutes

[@martinstewart5205]

Kate is much better for this

[@mjarve909]

Peter Gabrial made a joke along those lines saying hugging Kate for 6 minutes wasn't the worst thing he had been forced to do. But he did make sure his wife was at the video recording. It did not stop the press and there were several stories about their 'affair' to a point that Kate actually released a statement denying it. Interestingly a few years later Sinead O'Connor was quoted as saying that she admired Kate as the only Woman who flatly turned down Peter's advances.

[@rk41gator]

@@mjarve909 I had heard rumors about him and Kate after his wife left. Interesting. Kate 'turning him down' sounds in character.

[@ROArecords2]

It’s funny how people can’t express what makes them cry about this song. The thing is, in the song and video we see someone who loves someone unconditionally and supports and believes in them and that’s what every person wants so we get emotional seeing it portrayed.

[@adammckee3496]

It's not the first time they played together. She sang on games Without Frontiers and No Self Control on Peter's 3rd album.

[@SEANBANOG4]

Song gets me everytime....life can be tough get yourself a good partner.

[@TimothySmiths]

Always makes me tear up, this song always strikes a nerve in me..But one of my favorite songs by them both.Peter's SO album is one of the best.

[@kel2580]

She is so sweet to encourage him without complaining about his position in life but showing that love is on his side. And men are just as lonely now. Men who have closed themselves out of the world. I have suffered for being a kind and considerate man. It hurts more than many will ever know.

[@mikescriber1777]

Whatever you do do not miss a Peter Gabriel concert. You will not be disappointed. Thanks for this post.

[@richardwirt3193]

He wrote this song and it was about the Great depression in our country

[@Triplecenturies]

Peter Gabriel was my very first recorded music ever owned. At age 15 In 1980 I got a boombox - a dual speaker with cassette player for Christmas along with the equally requested (wish) cassette that Peter Gabriel's Games Without Frontiers came on - his 3rd album referred to as "Melt" due to the album not having a name and an image of Peter partially melted on the cover. Turns out Kate Bush is on vocals and sings the "Jeux sans frontières" lines of that song.

[@juneseghni]

Bought this record for my then husband when it came out. He was unemployed during the 80s recession and it was hard for both of us. We're not together now but this brings back bittersweet memories.

[@rmac8008]

You must go I’ve never missed a Gabriel tour (always epic) Flying from 🇨🇦to Verona Italy May 20 to see him again

[@jmpmusva]

your going to love this....I think this is his best singing.

[@spikeysnack]

I love this song because it is an answer to the over masculine propaganda about how to work through hardships. In movies and tv the answer to hardship is violence, or "toughing it out emotionlessly" "ignoring the pain", or some macho BS. Peter and Kate reveal that the answer to getting through is vulnerability and honesty, and admitting you are struggling. The soothing female power of comfort and emotional support, hope, even love in the face of despair carries you through the dark times, the eclipse of the soul, into the resolution where the sun comes back again, even if you are still not whole, you have lived through it and come to the realization that your connections are the most important thing. The Great Depression after 1929 clear up to World War II was such a time in America and England as well, and they sort of captured that. In my time of darkness this song would have me crying openly. It still makes me misty. The only other song that has captured this emotion for me is Duran Duran's "Still Breathing", but even that is not as deliberately melancholy as this.

[@debrabrabenec]

Beautiful comment!❤️❤️

[@robertjewell9727]

Peter Gabriel was one of the best concerts I've ever seen so definitely go if you can. Also Peter does a great duet with Sinead O'Connor with The Blood of Eden and Kate does a moving duet with Elton John with Snowed in at Wheeler Street. Best wishes. Great reaction!

[@mcolford]

You gotta do more Kate Bush -- my pick would be Hounds of Love. A really amazing song and a beautiful allegory for love.

[@richarddobson815]

This is one of THE great duets in modern music history. Two unique, singular talents combining to produce beautiful, emotional music. When this album was released I was in a similar situation to Peter's character in the song, and it gave me the strength and fortitude to keep on fighting for everything. I've lost count of the amount of times I have listened to this song in the last 37 years, but every time my eyes well up with tears. On a BBC documentary on Kate's career Elton John said that this song helped him finally get sober for life. You have recently done a Peter marathon Nick, but there are so many more that can be done; and we have to do some Kate reactions too! She is not just 80's, her career started in 1977, and her albums 'The Red Shoes' (1993) 'Aerial' (2005) and '50 Words for Snow' (2011) are mature works of art. No-one comes close to her, innovative, challenging but so rewarding. Thanks guys xx

[@fd1930]

Beautifully constructed song, 2 fantastic singers, one great writer, many great musicians. Still moves me after what-30 years? Glad you enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed your reaction.

[@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095]

*_"Still moves me after what-30 years?"_* 37, actually. 😉 {:o:O:}

[@fd1930]

@@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095 in my defence I have post dental surgery pain so not thinking too straight! Thanks for keeping me right!

[@davidkettell6236]

excellent

[@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095]

@@fd1930 *_"I have post dental surgery pain so not thinking too straight!"_* OOF! That's never fun. I hope they gave you decent pain killers! 🤗 {:o:O:}

[@fd1930]

@@ansfridaeyowulfsdottir8095 decent, but I just told them to do better!

[@bashab3098]

1986 , because In your eyes was my sing for my beautiful girl friend . And I was 20 .

[@mauriciodelarosa2449]

So beautiful and so sad. The So album is a diamond. 🙏🏽✌🏽♥️

[@andrewmadeloni7173]

Please check out for yourselves Peter Gabriel's "Secret World Tour". You'll be blown away...

[@edjones3706]

Hi Nik and Lex! Great show on my favorite all time performer! My wife Laura and I, have tickets for PG in Buffalo, September 22! My 4th time. Thank you.

[@lazarus550]

Two incredible voices in a moving heart wrenching song.

[@ritaagostino3478]

i love that during the song the sun is slowly obliterated and the shines again. very inspiring for all of us.

[@debrabrabenec]

Loved this song from the moment it was released! My niece did a beautiful quartet dance number to it, when she studied dance in high school, that made me cry. The song came out the year she was born, so I was surprised that 15+ years later she was dancing to it! You just can't go wrong with either of these artists. They're both so talented and beautifully expressive. Loved your reactions! Thank you! 🎵❤️🎵 Debbie

[@mjjones8216]

Kate Bush released her first album the kick inside which was a big hit in 1978 in England but The first time we heard kate sing with Peter Gabriel was on peters song games without frontiers Which was released in 1980 . but Kate’s voice was just a sample of her voice on peters track but Gabriel also sang with Kate on the one off kate bush show made by BBC TV . they sang a song called Another Day which you can see online as a video on u-tube ! 🇬🇧👋🏻

[@j.k.1963]

It's time for you to dive into both their work. It will be true rabbithole experiences. This is something I genuinely wish for you. Love your heartfelt reaction.

[@dav147]

Beautiful, please watch Peter singing Wallflower Live in London.

[@61hink]

One of my all time favorite Peter Gabriel songs - never heard that live version, will have to check it out.

[@dav147]

@@61hink 😪

[@debrabrabenec]

Love that song, from my favorite PG album!

[@stevegoebel5362]

Peter always brings something different. WOW. And kate Bush

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@williamtaylor506]

This is the first time I noticed the solar eclipse in the background of the video. Brilliant.

[@mattperegrine873]

Last quarter I had my creative writing class write a short story inspired by the lyrics of "Don't Give Up". I called it the "Sad Story Challenge."

[@JKonstage]

I love that!

[@mattperegrine873]

@@JKonstage This quarter is "Mystery Madness." I've assigned them to write the "Tell Tale Heart" from the Scooby Doo point of view.

[@courtneywallace871]

I love this song. So beautiful. Peter Gabriel is a genius. 1986. Yes, you definitely need to see him live. I’ve seen him live twice and he puts on an amazing show.

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@courtneywallace871]

@@jimled50jl49 I know. Thx, though

[@brucedillinger9448]

Yes...DO GO SEE HIM! I saw Phil Collins back in 2019 in San Francisco. He was chair bound and his son played the drums. Phil still sounded great though. Wonderful show! ✌

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@bfdidc6604]

All of Peter Gabriel’s videos are quite good. He was a real innovator of the form. This is not even the first time Gabriel and Bush performed together. She did background vocals on his song Games Without Frontiers, back in 1980.

[@kmhand49]

Peter Gabriel is a special experience. Do not miss this show! GO!

[@jaymez3461]

I’m really glad you chose to watch the video. It really gives more depth to the song and the whole experience is really beautiful.

[@kentinatl]

AWWWWWW,YOU 2 ARE MY FAVORITE LOVEBIRD'S.

[@brian5154]

The Best of British..........

[@bashab3098]

In your eyes from the secret world tour , in fact the secrets world tour live performance from Italy are a fantastic concert to watch even just your own entertainment.

[@josephcote6120]

Something easy to overlook in the video: the sun in the background goes through a total eclipse matching the tone of the song. Sad at first but hopeful at the end.

[@daphnethornton4829]

Will be seeing Peter on his upcoming tour in the UK. Can't wait. His concerts are always worth going too. I have not missed one of them since he left Genesis.

[@warrenbridges1891]

Also love Kate's collaboration with Big Country "The Seer" (duet mix). Celtic rock.

[@chrisgross2043]

He puts on a great live show! Take advantage and see him while you can!

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@chrisb.2178]

Finally. One of the most beautiful duets by two of the most outstanding artist of our time. But let us appriciate Tony Levin's bass playing which really carries this song. You should definatly go and see Peter live if you can. I have seen him three times and his concerts were a lifetime experience. I never ever have seen better shows. A perfect combination of music and visuals.

[@jimmeltonbradley1497]

They are both musical giants. Together they are stunning.

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@rickgarms7656]

Absolutely one of my favorite collaborations of that era. It's heart felt yet wonderfully inspirational. Cheers Guys.

[@IAmInfinitus208]

Tony Levin's nappy bass sound really drives you here, you can't have this song without it! Do Mercy Street and That Voice Again next!

[@BlueBarchetta67]

I read somewhere that the bass player had recently become a father, and he had spent a long time trying to get the right sound for this track. After some time he changed the babies nappy (diaper), and in a moment of inspiration he placed a nappy between the strings and the bass... And that's now what we hear today on the recording. Peter called it something like 'The Happy Nappy Bass'.

[@Cotygeek]

Elton John says this is the song that made him want to get sober.

[@gregall2178]

You should definitely check out the Secret World tour video with Paula Cole.

[@leoscone4036]

I saw Peter on his very first solo tour. That was almost fifty years ago. Do. Not. Miss. This. Opportunity. To. See. Him. He's touring a new album at 73. Phenomenal. Blessings.

[@STILL-KICKIN]

You MUST react to his song “Come Talk To Me” from the Secret World Live Tour…. Simplistic but deeply moving video

[@jprph1]

I saw the SO tour and Peter Gabriel was amazing ! It was in the mid 80’s when I was going to college in Pittsburgh. I’m very glad you reacted to this song AND this video. Take care you two!

[@ThefetchNZ]

One of the best music videos ever. Glad you chose to see it.

[@tonybaker55]

Peter has such a great voice and Kate just enhances it. My ex boss knew Peter very well and drank in the same pub as him about 13 years ago. Maybe they still do.

[@barrymiller3385]

I gave seen PG quite a few times. One of the great live performers. Under no circumstances should you miss the chance to see him.

[@anthonyzavarella8652]

N&L - Do yourself a favour and go see him live - he is brilliant and the production is outstanding !! Listen to Mercy Street - another brilliant track from this record. Cheers !

[@jimled50jl49]

My favourite track !!!

[@RockDocNeal]

Hey guys, I've loved this song since it was first released in the 80's. The live version of this song that was recorded in Italy during Peter Gabriel's 1993-1994 Secret World Live tour, with Paula Cole singing Kate Bush's part, is also phenomenal. (BTW, In Your Eyes is one of my favorite songs and the extended live version from the Secret World Live tour is unbelievable and almost like a spiritual experience).

[@henrywinterbottomii3613]

9:13 just when you think the song is over, they turn it up a notch. A great song from my favorite album.

[@DonEnright-kx7lc]

Seen him 6X and I HIGHLY recommend you attend his show. I've seen many, many concerts and his Secret World show was in my top 3 of all time. He NEVER disappoints. He's also 73 and this may very well be his last tour.

[@alexhamilton4084]

The song reminds me of the early 1980s when i couldn’t get a job even though I was a skilled welder and also had a bus driver license. The sense of futility captured in this song.

[@leoscone4036]

This song is one of the single best collaborations ever. Blessings.

[@RicardoCamargo]

"You know it's never been easy" ...awesome dynamics riding over the bass line of Tony Levin, amazing and expressive voices. Also Beautiful lyrics it was a fresh breeze on the 80s

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@davidheiser2225]

My brother had a ticket to see Jeff Beck a few months ago. He didn't feel up for the long drive to get there so he didn't go. He regrets that decision now.

[@carlosjavierregidoriglesia3847]

Mercy Street es otra maravilla de este álbum. No perdáis la oportunidad de ir a verle en directo. No os arrepentiréis.

[@jimled50jl49]

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[@carlosjavierregidoriglesia3847]

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[@Sober2003]

Great song and their vocals together are a bit overwhelming at times! Beautiful ❤

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[@michaeldaley5831]

This song has saved people from taking there own lives.

[@ericmeredith8754]

This was beautiful! Really glad you did this! Great duet!

[@rtwbikerider]

The Fairlight CMI sampler keyboard was introduced in 1979 in Australia. It enabled musicians to capture “found” sounds like a dog’s bark, crashing glass, or a pipe organ in a great cathedral. Any musician could then play those sounds (. WAVs ?) on an electric keyboard at different frequencies. Gabriel purchased the first Fairlight in England. Bush loved what Gabriel did with this new instrument and became another early adopter of this technology. I wouldn’t be surprised if the two of them shared libraries of the sounds that they sampled. It just seems inevitable that they would collaborate. Great song.

[@mjarve909]

Yes, I believe Peter Gabrial 3 (Melt) and Never For Ever (both mid-1980) were the first albums released using the technology. Kate provided backing vocals on Melt (prominently on Games without frontiers shortly after Peter appeared on Kate's 1979 BBC Christmas special when they dueted on Roy Harper's Just Another Day. That show is always worth a watch!