Richard Ashcroft - Bittersweet Symphony (Live on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show with Sky)

[@greatdelusion7654]

Bittersweet Symphony is easily in the top 10 British songs of all time.

[@davidrose508]

Top 5 easily in my opinion

[@Noneya2623]

Top ever. This song is the melody to the millennial generation across the globe!

[@greatdelusion7654]

@@Adam-ye6wj Well so far more people here agree with me and f*ck all for you as of yet so let's see how that goes

[@davidrose508]

@@Adam-ye6wj think you're the one who's on something if you don't think it's even in the top 100 of great British songs.

[@SunshineSuperstar]

It wasn't even in the top 100 Rollings Stones songs! Before this hack stole it of course!

[@Brad772006]

1997 - this song is amazing! 2019 - this song is amazing! 2049 - this song is amazing!

[@WorldUltraviolet]

Replicants love this song

[@marc_anton]

1965 - this song is amazing! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4rVnZ-cdrKqfqs

[@pleasure.93]

*forever*

[@Viajealduende]

@@marc_anton That's exactly right! Thank you Mr. Whitaker (RIP) and Oldham for the genius of this great song Richard Ashcroft wrote the lyrics to.

[@Viajealduende]

@@marc_anton Jagger now deserves to be made a saint for giving the rights to Ashcroft. He ws never legally obligated to do so and doesn't owe the Verve anything. A very cool thing for he and Keith to do. Great lyrics by Ashcroft so he deserves that.

[@sheldonhouse8773]

Congratulations Richard Ashcroft on FINALLY getting the rights to this fantastic song. About time.

[@funkyyaya]

Great news, would love to know the info on this?.....cheers!!

[@samseptember6404]

funkyyaya The Rolling Stones wrote the intro (on the recorded version).. therefore they had the rights to this song up until this year. They relinquished the rights and now Richard Ashcroft will get all the royalties from now on. I think this is correct, I apologise in advance if I’m not.

[@funkyyaya]

@@samseptember6404 Cheers!!

[@funkyyaya]

@@samseptember6404 You might like this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5DWamNjfc5lkLs

[@sheldonhouse8773]

I dont believe it was the intro that the Stones "apparently" wrote. It's supposed to sound like "this will be the last time" by the Stones if sped up. It's all a load of bollocks that the Stone's manager claimed, and poor Richard and the Verve lost the battle, but have now won the war.

[@hamletshome220]

2024 and still listening to this iconic song..........

[@warpzelle2276]

Im with you

[@ArtCroneO]

Right here - trying to find solace in music 7/19 Love this rendition so much!!!!

[@AlonzoHarris-k1w]

!!!! Austria!!❤

[@skeebatv]

defo mate, I have been a fan since, i was a kid and now I'am now 37.

[@moisavictoria]

Same here

[@UmairAbid01]

In words of Chris Martin "this is probably the best song ever written from the best singer ever"

[@juscha9981]

Live8 ❤ I remenber exactly this moment ! Thank you so much for your message 🙏🏻 sorry my English, I come from France

[@minigrande1939]

I'm 48 years old chased money all my life been rich been poor. Never been so stressed than when I had money in the bank. Now I don't have much but I have everything I want. I'm the Richest I've ever been. Your time is the most precious thing you own and give remember that as it cost me 40 years working it out. I'm no slave to money

[@TheBlackSheepDiaries]

I've got about 10 yrs on ya friend, been down the same road. Can't say I'm not still a slave in a way, bills to pay still. Check my cover of this awesome song here at my lil channel if you like.

[@danielfontain150]

Hey, I'm 17, and this is the philosophy I've learnt and adopted from my way of thinking. More changing the world, than securing money. More valuing time, than wasting it.

[@jugimons3094]

Legend

[@neho86]

Getting enough money do be free without affecting your own well being is an art form Im struggling to perfect

[@dannynewey3792]

You only get 1 go at this life but that doesn't mean you should be uncaring. Look after each other because that's the only way You will EVER be alive. Being kind and thoughtful is the best feeling you can have!

[@davyg8864]

Urban hymns is one of the best albums ever written don't care what anyone says

[@Billnelss]

It really was

[@urbanexplorer3059]

i wont argue

[@TomTomicMic]

Well to be technical it might have been one of the best albums ever written but who wrote it, that "was" the problem!?!

[@LeSpacebound]

The raspiness of Richard's aged vocal chords truly take a new tone in and of itself, truly brings this song to a new dimension

[@Kelly-qy4yr]

The sound engineer on this whole session deserves a Grammy. Off the charts!!!! 👌👏

[@superfast30]

Agreed!

[@archieholden9345]

Just about to comment this, mix is unreal

[@SunshineSuperstar]

Nah!!! It's decent but it'll always be a rolling stones song!

[@instancesmusic9881]

@@SunshineSuperstar not even close

[@SunshineSuperstar]

@@instancesmusic9881 Well that was stupid! Anymore stupidity you'd like to aim at me directly, or ... ?

[@shapeshifter2007]

Richard Ashcroft OWNING the song he wrote (as everyone knows).

[@thistree9028]

Right ❤

[@smittysmat7826]

Congrats to Richard Ashcroft for the good news regarding this tune! Well deserved.

[@jamescallery924]

Dread to think the coin he's missed out on 👎

[@andyfelton6892]

Love this songwriter.

[@leeryan4165]

@@jamescallery924 he got it all back?

[@chromedreamer]

@@leeryan4165 yes, now he shared the credit with the Rolling Stones

[@tinandgonic3927]

chromedreamer he's credited alone

[@Eric205gen]

I will never understand how this song can be listened like a 1000 times and never get old...this chords, this lyrics, this melody...everything fits so great. And once you get the meaning, well, it is really bitter and sweet at the same time

[@lunafringe10]

I stumbled across this by chance .., delightful 🙏👏👍

[@lunafringe10]

Your forgot this guys voice

[@m12327]

@@lunafringe10 For sure, I love how raspy his voice has gotten since the original version

[@soniaf9855]

it is because it is a masterpiece

[@313714]

This song, this it, this is!?

[@kennylynn6855]

The red headed back up singer is absolutely gorgeous.

[@mikehush8828]

Adorable little-TING..🩵

[@kennethdale7168]

💯

[@luckyotter623]

The arrangement gives this iconic '90s song a 1970s vibe. I love it!

[@lapoupadotcom]

I believe this is the best performance of this wonderful song I've ever heard

[@stephensmyth6363]

100%

[@eduardvedder]

Look 2005 live 8 with Coldplay...

[@ethnikLSD]

100% ... this is amazing

[@glensmith1979]

Its my favourite arrangement of the song. If he did this on the original album he would of been a rich man. It was so sad what deca records did to him.

[@OSHOI]

So beautiful..touches my soul every single time I hear it, in whatever form it takes.

[@cherkestorm]

this hymn will survive the apocalypse

[@sergiochannelitto151]

great words, bro

[@Deliquescentinsight]

It is a hymn, quite right!

[@captainfeedback1]

This fucking version won't.

[@radcow]

Yup they will still be playing this in 1000 years ..,the song of generation FACTS

[@jawbone4454]

@@radcow If Ashcroft lives for another 100 years he will still be playing it himself.

[@billymoore4554]

Sound engineer take a bow. How good are the levels on this?

[@2plyanddjdualflush255]

Really great dynamics on Drugs Don't Work especially, IMO. Just a joy to feel this.

[@anthonylynchmusic]

great mix!

[@delmusic397]

literally one of the best live mixes ive heard

[@Duppyhead]

For real, sound engineers don't get enough credit. This sounds perfect.

[@austynmcloughlin8727]

Only criticism -the snare drum is distractingly too high in the mix and it’s tone sounds flat (same on other tracks)...otherwise quality

[@richiek9953]

He sings this with a voice that only the heartache this song has caused him could’ve created.

[@IOI769]

I wish that I could have this version constantly playing in the background in my life wherever I go...

[@badmy004]

This studio's sound is unbelievably professional!!

[@rustycageandrun]

The audio engineer

[@MrsGamgee977]

Hearing this first at 20 and then 22 years later, man, the song is suddenly heavy with meaning and relevance.

[@annmcauliff4528]

MrsGamgee977 keep on living !! I’m 62 and love his songs !! I was in my mid to late 30’s and it was heavy back then

[@TheChrissy1977]

Check the meaning. 😁

[@devstation18]

Same here for me I was 18 hearing this since then , I am 40

[@arieru.8147]

Firstly listen to this in 2015, and as a millenial i love this kind of song, from 70s -00s is the best era of every song maked i thing

[@bobpat1277]

Am 67 where the hell have I been for the past 20 yrs this guy is beyond awesome glad to hear that he finally got credit for song shame on you rolling stones

[@lewt9051]

Wasn't really the Stones. Was the bloodsucking lawyers!

[@skerten18]

Huge star BUT still massively underrated just how brilliant he is

[@waynetaylor6000]

I never thought this song would work without the string arrangements, but my god what a performance. This song was a game changer in my life I’m 50 now and it’s still and always be my personal anthem. Thank you Sir Richard you changed my life.

[@jamolfetto]

58. Love it

[@umersultan8622]

Me 2

[@lunafringe10]

Best things in life are the pleasant surprises we re being offered. 🙏

[@lunafringe10]

I didnt know this song existed 2 weeks ago.

[@naybobdenod]

Hi Wayne, hope alls well. Well. I beat you on the age as I'm 68 and must say this has been a fav of mine for ages. Having found ( only quite recently ) this rendition I have to say it really is quite superb to say the least. Anyways Wayne keep on listening and posting comments and of course take care. Greetings from the UK John.

[@alessandropaldo4785]

Richard is a gift from the sky. His voice is pure magic.

[@marywayland1641]

I grew up in the 70s. I don't participate with social media but I felt the need for the 1st time after listening to Richard ashcroft. After I saw a few videos I couldn't believe his voice and sincerely. I believe he has the best voice I've ever heard. He puts something in his music that most. Also he didn't sell out. Fuckin amazing!! Your Awesome Richard Ashcroft!!!!!!!

[@obsolise8063]

Just like Chris Martin said - best voice in the world…

[@Dantheman-nf9xk]

@@obsolise8063 frrr, best song in the world, best singer in the world.

[@alaingaleazxi9882]

👍🏻👍🏻❤❤❤👍🏻👍🏻

[@thistree9028]

Probably one of the most soulful songs ever written..this is timeless ❤

[@deadfool3344]

The most underrated man in music, living legend

[@OGGalleryCrew92]

Stephen Hill Wigans Finest ☮️

[@celtickiltculture]

More than Noel Gallagher idk...

[@sanj5964]

better singer- songwriter then noel hands down Ashcroft is a lyrical genius

[@deadfool3344]

@@celtickiltculture I said Under rated..Noel is widely praised.

[@Bbop117]

His voice just gets better and better with age… and this stripped-back version without the string arrangement really allows that soulful voice to shine.

[@rajmeere9505]

what the fuck do you mean? his voice is shot!

[@rebuttalc2075]

I dont agree with that at all

[@eduardoferrazpachecodecast8008]

Been honest, i did not agree.

[@brianglendenning1632]

Me neither. Nice version but lacks the warmth of earlier versions

[@PaulJakma]

If his voice is that good, why does he have a bunch of backing singers to come in and take over singing the melodic bits - while he stops singing? :)

[@Chris-ty7jt]

Up there with the best ever written....you're a slave to money then you die...fantastic

[@nukizone]

This is the best version of Bittersweet Symphony I've heard

[@octaviof.g.7316]

you need to see some other ones...you can tell this is a morning show. you can hear the morning in his throat.

[@nukizone]

@@octaviof.g.7316 I realize that, and that throatiness in Richard's voice is what makes me prefer this version over others. He sounds like someone who's really "been down", plus the stripped down arrangement emphasizes his voice, the words and the melody more than other recordings.

[@octaviof.g.7316]

@@nukizone well said.

[@robinmattias]

Agreed!

[@robinmattias]

@@nukizone Exactly, he sounds so broken... His soul is tired.

[@thistree9028]

Lovely acoustic version ❤. Thank you, it means a lot.. you deserve recognition of the highest caliber, no doubt…

[@patrickcharles7190]

Richard rocked it. Whoever mixed the audio is superb.

[@andrewperry4386]

This is one of the most outstanding live vocal performances I've ever heard.

[@Rariix22]

This mix sounds heavenly

[@ethnikLSD]

I'm totally ADDICTED to this version....to me this is the best version ever, what an amazing song....it's really one of the best ones ever written, Richard is one of the greatest ever!

[@mark1952able]

I was totally addicted when this came out...

[@sharon.abaliti3783]

I agree, but it relies heavily on the sample from The Last Time.

[@sammcivor1885]

The bloke is a musical genius, don’t make many like him these days

[@kacera1780]

Sam Mcivor, I agree with you 100%.

[@kacera1780]

@A Man I am sorry to hear that your friend passed away. May he rest in peace. I hope you are doing okay.

[@kacera1780]

@A Man You're welcome. I am actually a woman, not man. No offense taken though.

[@kacera1780]

@A Man No problem at all :) It is kinda hard to see my profile picture, so I totally understand. I hope you are having a wonderful day!

[@treywells6579]

You're SO right. He is a musical genius!

[@TheHunterTravellerChannel]

A reminder of the days when we didn’t only listen to music for the music, but also out of respect and appreciation for the talent that was creating it.

[@Ladywithredlips22]

Richard, you save my life with this song, since 2016. 🖤

[@staceyanns]

Pure magic....I've loved original forever YET....this version hits different....i never REALLY listened to the lyrics like now.....amazing.

[@skipdog9912]

This song will never get old to me. A true classic that never gets turned off when it’s on the radio!

[@user-xg4td3gg7e]

‘To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all’ - Oscar Wilde

[@elisabetepalamarczuk9242]

Verdade, mas viver são poucos que conseguem , a maioria existe 🌎🌏🌍

[@thistree9028]

Nice quote, thanks

[@oliversmith1176]

As fine wines mature in taste and complexity , Richard’s voice has inflections that only time and life can create. An artist that is at the top of their game . Truly it’s lighting in a bottle that reminds us how real music can be….

[@BMPK]

this comment stood out 👌we need more like this

[@horacioduek]

Amazing composer, singer and guitarist. His songs go straight to the heart. Greeting from Argentina.

[@simbarasheclevermupfururir1566]

On this performance he really made this song sink in as the lyrics mean.

[@thesixstringgun]

I can not stop listening to this. I think it's easily the best version I've heard. Awesome.

[@mz6544]

Evan Dralle I enjoy this stripped down version, as well as the outdoor festival in front of thousands upon thousands of people version. It’s such an amazing song so either arrangement works for me. ✌🏼🤘🏼 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gISUaYaEq9SMlbM

[@mz6544]

Evan Dralle check this one out as well. When Richard goes into the Rolling Stones “This could be the last time” tag near the end makes me smile knowing the royalties dispute has finally been corrected. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIjJi3VuZpd0Z8k

[@Shimigani1701]

Me too I've now.listened to this version for over an hour straight

[@sarahdell4042]

One of those songs that never gets old

[@bendorweiler]

This is the best song ever written of all time

[@samtapia5616]

Love his new voice. It has tons of character. As one knows, character is king in music. Only the best improve with age.

[@Nitrat31]

One of the Best Singer ALL TIME for me ! with alls Respect and Greeting from Germany

[@147breaks]

When I'm in Germany always look for a jukebox to put this on , finding jukeboxes is difficult there 😂

[@PatchTM983]

Never had a song I already knew manage to touch my soul again this way. Amazing.

[@hdsg8361]

listen to the sea by nova bloom

[@stellarsuun]

Wow his voice! Amazing with raspiness and all, I love this song so much.

[@simonhodgetts6530]

It sounds good - but sadly the last singer I heard with this much rasp in their voice was Harry Nilsson after he ruptured his vocal chords recording with John Lennon.......he recovered, but was never the same singer again. Hope that Richard Ashcroft is looking after his vocal chords!!

[@samrichards8251]

God damn that’s a flawless version

[@wesb2823]

I'm 50 years old and this song brings back so many memories. It's definitely one of my top 10 songs of all time.

[@rachaelkinniburgh8163]

Brilliant version maybe one of my all time favourites ….and the drummer - just fantastic

[@stagumphs]

Best voice I’ve ever heard. When those knobs on the voice say “oooh you connected with that shit effort of singing a cover”. Watch this guy connect to the song, for the millionth time. Phenomenal

[@sunnyzaman]

That's what a golden voice sounds like!

[@chrisbadby6515]

Still relevant 25 years on keep on keepin on lad

[@andreasstefani8099]

A great song? The test, is how good it sounds with you and just an acoustic. Richard proves this 100% this is all about the human condition. Richard had his finger on the pulse when he wrote this. Never mind the strings or The Rolling Stones. The song stripped down reveals how great the song is, and yeah, the lyrics are brilliant. We all live this one folks.

[@markemsworth4235]

Chris Evans helped to give a generation (and introduce us to) some fantastic music in 1997 (I was 25)..and he's is still doing it! Thank you Sir! We salute you.

[@mangawarra]

Congrats Richard. The music was always yours.

[@carloforniacation]

Guy one of the most talented musicians that have ever been

[@lumapeviar]

There are songs you can't get enough of, this is one of them. The sound, the beats, the lyrics, and the passion in singing makes all the difference. One of my favorites.

[@liqweedzhitechmusic4510]

To me....it's the best song of the 90's... perfect. And this version is amazing, great work at the mixing table

[@xxbabxx3661]

Memories of my man Colin playing this acoustic in his studio out the back garden. Him strumming away and me singing and both of us doing a dam good job from memory. Although nothing like the real thing... That's raw power. Amazing

[@virginiag.barnes5558]

After all these years, I'm still totally feeling this song ❤

[@seenok7960]

I've been feeling it for "all these years".

[@markvarley7512]

All I can say is Ashcroft is a legend and class

[@mragren9853]

That is some tasteful electric guitar playing!🎼🎸⭐️

[@boatingforbeginners7949]

Totally agree, A Gibson black beauty with compression thru a fender deluxe reverb.. Awesome playing and he looked as tho he was lovin it too.. Great tone

[@worthtech3249]

Thinkin the same thing...that lead guitar is phenomenal!

[@sunsande]

and the bass makes great background for it to shine :)

[@mottthehoople684]

His voice really conveys a melancholic tone that touches my soul beautiful

[@JandeJongePBPLtd]

This song is in my favourite Top 10. The version at Glastonbury is awesome.

[@sandeepjosephs5725]

He's a star .No doubt he made it .The world recognizes him .Great effort .

[@SunshineSuperstar]

Never knew his name till this video title... I'm hoping I'll forget it in a few minutes after I leave. I've no respect for song stealing hacks!

[@cristopherivanfloresibarra8901]

One of the most beautiful songs ever...

[@mrwolf29]

Still give me chills like it did back in '97. these are the songs that survive time changing and our changing. I think it will be the same in other 22 years. Thanx Mr. Ashcroft

[@rainbowmoonreadings4541]

mrwolf29 yes. This has always been one of those monumental songs. I love what you said.

[@linaj63]

Timeless and pure; love it.

[@richardandre866]

Beatles song are still huge 55 years later. This will be as well.

[@THudgens81]

The bass lines in this version is so bad ass

[@soniachambers6460]

Sounds amazing. I love his integrity as an artist.

[@Lyndanet]

I had the pleasure of seeing Ashcroft live and he did an amazing job of singing this song with his sunglasses 🕶 and white Elvis suit on you could tell he was very teary while he sang this. It must have hurt so bad to be denied any rights to this song for so long a time.

[@Colatron]

I was a rave kid in the '90s. Then this came along and EVERYTHING changed (made me buy a damned guitar for a start!). An actual life changer of a track - legendary af and there'll never be anything to surpass this to my mind. And he still sounds fresh as hell, one of the GOAT

[@cmartu2]

This has been one of my favorite songs since I saw the original video on 120 Minutes on MTV in the USA back in late 1997. Funny how one song can change your life forever. I love this song much and would like to thank Richard Ashcroft for that. What an artist.

[@cooly4831]

Sublime version. Incredible groove by the bass man and drummer. Richard's vocals, amazing. Thanks for this!

[@psburley]

Completely agree re bass and drums

[@tiagodumont4422]

No, Sublime never covered this song.

[@justinzwaan6704]

His texts are phenomenal and tells how many people feel and think but rarely express…. 💪🏼

[@johnw65uk]

This version is fantastic, his voice the band and the sound engineers are perfection.

[@eddie3064]

Stunning....This song could change the weather, knock the world off it's axis or just put a smile on your face. People will feel it a hundred years from now like it was written just for them. Great version too...stripped down, raw, powerful and majestic.

[@jkoblivion4175]

Like a good wine, it ages perfectly.

[@galacticscoundrel6390]

This will be my funeral song. Thank you Richard,thank you.❤️

[@DOOMSDAYD-KILLS-EVERYONE]

Oh shut up. Stop being such a puss

[@1rtwilson]

Fucking love this version!! How well this song has aged. No song makes me more nostaglic for my childhood but now as I grow older I realise and relate to everything he said. This life truly is a bittersweet symphony.

[@Jamiemclarenmusic]

Unbelievably great performance yet again.. pure class that lad.. what a legend ✌🏻

[@taniabergau5215]

Yes!,he is hot!

[@paul7t5]

His voice sounds rough these days... in a GOOD way. Nice and gravelly!

[@davidhoffmusic]

Sounds like Bob Dylan in 66! Love it.

[@ed897]

Lotta soul in that voice now

[@DoctorMeatDic]

It sounds terrible.

[@paul7t5]

@@DoctorMeatDic yo momma

[@KJR-vh3rh]

@@DoctorMeatDic you sound terrible

[@patricionovelo4387]

Thank you Richard Ashcroft for making this song a beatiful poetry!

[@timcarnes8359]

Richard can really bring it! That electric guitar is really good 🎸

[@artcregod]

This was the song me and my father would listen to whilst getting ready to go out for a night in Newcastle. Miss those times. Miss you dad! RIP

[@miguelsan1978]

Now . This is a good music..... I remember when it was the release premiere of the official video on MTV. I miss those days

[@rainbowmoonreadings4541]

Me too! One of best songs ever written!

[@ninanavina10]

I miss those days too. Back when MTV actually played music - and good music too.

[@olesndergaardjensen5884]

Navina C I truly agree 100 percent

[@juanfloreslorente5427]

+1

[@moshingclubtv]

Long live Richard Ashcroft!

[@harleygal420]

Glad I found this. I will never get tired of watching/listening to talented musicians & singers perform iconic songs.

[@amyjonestaylor9231]

i never pray but tonight I'm really on my knees yea

[@stephengorman2565]

Richard Ashcroft - I have listened to you from I was in single figures. My mum and dad used to have The Verve blaring through the floorboards at 4 o clock when I was in primary school, while they had a drink with there friends, I used to hate it. Fast forward to now, I'm 30 next year, and I now have my young son awake at night, blaring your fucking phenomenal songs though his floorboards, and when he comes down, I always look at him and smile and say son, songs like these will live long after I am gone, and aslong as you sing them at the top of your lungs, a part of your grandad and dad will always live inside you, and that's what FU***NG GREAT MUSIC IS. Thanks for all the memories. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@dustystinson1891]

This is one of the most nostalgic songs ever made .....

[@DaKbilly70s]

OMG !! Best version ever of this song !! What a voice and all the musicians are amazing !!

[@cizzlecentral]

If my life was not bittersweet I don't know who's has been! LOl This is one of my favorite songs ever..........

[@TheGoodjeffman]

Possibly the greatest song in Rock music history. It's up there for sure. And this is a great arrangement/version.

[@martycarew1613]

One of the best live performances of all time.

[@Erin-uz2gf]

Wow what a gorgeous live performance of a stunning song! I was hesitant & wondered what it would feel like without the strings but this version is even MORE moving!! I'm so happy you are well my friend Richard. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us all. This entire set is magic. You sound even better with age and time!

[@coloneljack11]

He's a legend !

[@legasimusic]

This is BETTER than the original, WAY better, and the original is one of the great rock songs of all time! The band's groove, Richard's performance with all it's nuances and dynamics all in aural display! The original is so slick and processed and much of this is lost in it. This is LIVE music, where the SOUL is the most prominent instrument! So freaking AWESOME!! Kudos Richard and band! Rock on!!👍👍👍