Only Because of You - Roger Hodgson (formerly of Supertramp) Writer and Composer

This glorious song, Only Because of You, is from Roger Hodgson’s 1984 album, In the Eye of the Storm. Roger's hauntingly exquisite lyrics and melody of this beauty touch the soul deeply and often brings audience members to tears. Seeing Roger perform with an orchestra is mesmerizing.
Roger, formerly of Supertramp, is the co-founder of the band and the singer/songwriter of the greatest hits to include Dreamer, Give a Little Bit, Breakfast in America, The Logical Song, Take the Long Way Home, Fool's Overture, It's Raining Again, School, and so very many more.
See Roger on his World Tour. He is is currently performing solo, with band, and with orchestra. He is selling out shows all over the globe in addition to receiving fantastic reviews from media and fans alike.
For additional tour details, visit the Tour page on Roger's site at www.RogerHodgso... or the Events tab on his Facebook page at / rogerhodgson . Be sure to "like" Roger's page while you are there. "Share" this video with your friends!
This beautiful song was originally released on Roger’s first solo album, In the Eye of the Storm. Signed copies of Roger's albums and more available through his store at www.RogerHodgso... or download from iTunes - apple.co/1KeUFyl
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See what the press is saying -
"To the adoring fans who rise to their feet as Hodgson and his four-piece backing band take the stage ... it might as well be 1979 all over again." Rolling Stone
"He is a consummate musician that takes his craft seriously. Every aspect of his performance was flawless." Classic Rock Revisited
"Hodgson connected deeply with the fans in a way few stars of his stature do."- San Diego Reader
This is the real deal: a legendary music man, in brilliant form and shimmering presence, supported by a tight, terrific band. When you can catch a show, go. An evening with Roger Hodgson will raise your standards of concert-going." Huffington Post
This performance is from a July 2013 concert in Germany with the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra at Jazzopen Schlossplatz.
Sample Set List from an Orchestra Show -
Take the Long Way Home
School
Lovers in the Wind
Hide in Your Shell
Easy Does It
Sister Moonshine
Breakfast in America
Along Came Mary
A Soapbox Opera
The Logical Song
Lord is it Mine
If Everyone Was Listening
Even in the Quietest Moments
Only Because of You
Babaji
Dreamer
Fool's Overture
*****
Two of Us
Give a Little Bit
It's Raining Again

[@jerrynovik1116]

My life is coming to an end soon. Thank you so much Roger. I have been a Supertramp/You fan since 1974. I only want headphones on listening to your music as I pass on to the next journey.

[@lynnfinkle9172]

❤🙏❤

[@maball8460]

Wishing you peace Jerry on your next great adventure, I will follow sometime soon. This song would bring such a sense of calm as we take the next step. Blessings.

[@davechae5890]

Peace

[@davechae5890]

@@maball8460 love

[@31Alden]

Vios con Dios 🙏

[@jacquelinecohen6067]

What a beautiful song... Oh my God, it's so touching... Brings tears in my eyes ❤️❤️❤️

[@c.george7451]

Listening to it now, oh how correct you are!

[@mayrafuenmayor3602]

Jackeline C. : Same here!💖

[@barbararichardson8584]

Simply stunning!!

[@mounirhioul4122]

Like me

[@spikespa5208]

At last! An audience that stays quiet when the tune starts. Very nice piece.

[@martinsimpson5883]

Some people call this man a musical genius , ,to me he's just a GENIUS 👍✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@nancykirtley9697]

Just BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mariejohansson4127]

Hi Marie from Sweden🥰Take care

[@annewoe7196]

@@nancykirtley9697 okohoohhihooiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiîiihiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiîijiiikiiiîiiî

[@annewoe7196]

Jjoooojooo

[@annewoe7196]

@@nancykirtley9697 iiîoj

[@annfitzsimons5972]

So much talent and skill! All of his songs are so creative and have endured the test of time!!

[@tomschmidt4355]

As long as there are musicians who create such overwhelming acoustic Beauty for ears, heart and soul, menkind is not lost.Thank you Roger !!

[@lyncarson5270]

Amen!

[@manolosuetta4133]

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[@jseebold100]

Well said+++!!! :)

[@rosangelamarino777]

Adoro

[@beverlywright8935]

Makes sense to me 🔆

[@trevluvscarsb6380]

Timeless classics. Roger is just so, so good. Just live watching and listening to him. Really hope he tours again so can see him live.

[@BrunoAlbouze]

Good music never dies. Thank you Roger and all the musicians

[@gilbertodecourt4982]

Never dies! Correctly!

[@sabineschwei1322]

@@gilbertodecourt4982 0⁰

[@davescott4027]

What a great piece of music, should rank in the greatest composers ever, Bach chopan etc

[@naveenchandrapathak9274]

Suggest some more compositions of Roger please.

[@anitamrohs9700]

Roger Hodgson YOU wonderful PIANO PLAYER 🎹🎶🎵🎹 FANTASTIC 😘😘😘

[@kickit910]

the guy is a underated musical genius

[@schachforderunge.v.6501]

no no no not underated...

[@normanwarnars]

Indeed !!!

[@JoseMendez-vr4yo]

genial

[@Windsofchange2023]

@Beumadine Sweevy No he isn't. Go see him live

[@astrochakrasynergysystem1480]

kick it totally ✅😎👍

[@sarac.3259]

Such a truly beautiful song from a stunning album. Here today, with so much sadness in the world, it seems even more poignant. 😢 However it is Roger's birthday, so we must be cheered and send love and birthday greetings. Wonderful orchestra too.

[@lesliebrookings6278]

It's such magic that brings our soul to peace in our life. His life was a gift to share with us. Only when the storms have died away, we are at peace with our selves.

[@karyncavallo1516]

Roger Hodgson is such a big part of my life!!!! Thank you so much for pursing your art! I have been blessed and so many thousands of others as well!! Thanks for the feeling, memories, lyrics and music!! May God save a special place in Heaven for you my friend!! ❤

[@cindywright3368]

i love how he doesn't strain or struggle in playing and singing. He just make it look so easy and beautiful.

[@santoshkaur2197]

Roger Hodgson thank you very much for the music and songs sir I take my hat off to you sir xxxxx I will always remember you ❤️ sir ❤️ 🇬🇧

[@kansascityonline]

a masterpiece of sight... of sound... of spirit... of grace....

[@javierfueyo6871]

Solo decir que estoy con Kansascity APASALOBIEN TÛ Kansas.......Y TÔS

[@themadcap1898]

Roger Hodgson should get The Nobel Peace Prize

[@guillermocastanolipperheid3468]

Éxtasis puro .dolor por perdida familiar de momento me salva la orquesta y roger I want to live un tour contará de los

[@martinpowell5769]

For this song alone

[@shaunkelly2938]

HERE,,HERE...

[@dawnlambert9369]

... Shout That From The Mountain Tops ...

[@whitepearl8639]

Cobarde...siempre....

[@EDJ1845]

When the stars and the planets all align...this is the result. MAGIC!

[@larbikoukach3756]

Pour les amateurs

[@rayjrayj7456]

magnifique chanson une des plus belles de Roger un chef d'eouvre pur love 😍💕

[@cgbunks]

so glad I found this gemstone of a musical journey...perfection!

[@martineremy2302]

Tout est génial en vous

[@martineremy2302]

V

[@martineremy2302]

Vous êtes si bouleversant et poétique

[@paulacustodio4568]

Just beautiful!

[@elianefranco8042]

Roger Hodgson cofounder of Supertramp . Great .Thank you .

[@candidocarranza92]

No hay palabras para explicar su grandeza musical

[@barbararichardson8584]

One of the most moving pieces of music I have ever listened to - beautifully haunting - superbly portrayed by all !!

[@tomschmidt4355]

Listen to " Blood and Roses" from Pallas too !!

[@barbararichardson8584]

@@tomschmidt4355 Stunningly beautiful, thanks for the recommendation.

[@tomschmidt4355]

@@barbararichardson8584 Roger is still quite well known. But there are so many Bands and Musicians, which however don't reach more friends of true music. To share their masterpieces is the least I can do to help them getting the attention they deserve. And to share joy with those who appreciate it. What are your "best kept secrets" in music? P.S.: This is a song from a Band of my hometown from late 70ies. It's about Jupp, an old tramp, who has lost connection to reality in the hell of Stalingrad and, living in the streets of Cologne, he tells the same stories day by day about adventures he has experienced all around the world. But never drops one word about Stalingrad. This original is much better performed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naPSp3yYaZ2YhcU But here someone has tried a fitting translation of the lyrics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4izfn6Xh7KsoZI It's not really possible to transform the atmosphere 'cause it is sung in a regional slang.

[@CetaitMieuxAvant63]

Fabuleux morceau qui me procure à chaque fois, tant d'émotion.... Une pure merveille 🙏

[@ferdinandstoop3589]

We have seen him in Brussels and Amsterdam (great concerts !) .........but this is even better ! One of the GREATest musicians of modern time

[@jorgedorfman45]

Sñpankki d Video0§ñz m,im qqqunishG

[@ulipeters3612]

Unsterbliche Musik von einem genialen Künstler 👏👏

[@garygroeneveld3002]

Awesome Piano Love Your Music!!!

[@StefMock]

tears in my eyes, thx...

[@joseantoniohernandezibanez8574]

Música genial que no pasará, alguien escuchándola en 2022?

[@roylavarredavaldez8796]

Yo

[@minasemoi2867]

En 2023

[@stephanecaron7708]

Oh que oui même en 2023❤

[@arunjayatisingh5172]

What a spiritual song. Thank you for this song.

[@nuskysa]

What can I say.... Love this song. A masterpiece. And with an orchestra a real blast. Always brings me goosebumps and a big emotion. Thanks for sharing this gem, I really need to listen to it tonight.

[@lyncarson5270]

SAME!

[@shaunvarney5117]

With out doubt brilliant . Everyone should take 8 mins out of there life and play this , in the car , in there house , anywhere, the louder the better. Lyrics are perfect , you will think off that someone special when you listen , sheer brilliance. .

[@philippedebesel2386]

Moi je la dore de puis toujours

[@Razorzzful]

Love to see this guy live, Roger brings it home live.

[@cherylmatase5266]

You’ve spoken the words straight from my heart Shaun. I just wish the whole world could hear this song, and REALLY HEAR IT.

[@shaunvarney5117]

Cheryl Matase I thank you. X

[@andreadriscoll3878]

This song warms my heart!💖 The world is in such peril right now and we all have to draw strength from certain places and people. For me Roger and his music is one of them. You are forever loved! #RogerHodgson

[@richardmullens5206]

Worse peril now.

[@THEmaggspie]

`thank you so much for the music Roger... words cant express what your music has meant and always will mean to me....its because of YOU!!! TY

[@giovannateixeira832]

It's simply amazing!!! That's all!

[@nickeverett4783]

This one always stuns me speechless to hear Roger perform in concert, captivating and awing beyond words, the feelings more profound with each experience. Can't wait to see him in Montreal this fall.

[@barbararichardson8584]

A timeless classic - such emotive lyrics, magnificently assembled by all.

[@godozaofonseca8062]

Pra cantar, nao precisa engolir o microfone, olha que suavidade na vóz, que simplicidade, que harmonia musical, que agudo afinado, Roger é completo, infinito, majestoso, magnifico, iria ficar falando muitos adjetivos para qualificar um cantor e pessoa como ele.

[@dominiquepalma585]

C'est une consécration méritée, tu as fait de si belles chansons avec ton groupe..

[@dawnhenderson5235]

Such a beautiful song,it gave me goosebumps just watching the video.I can't imagine hearing it live,I'm sure I'd be in tears!💖👏👏👏

[@radamespadilha8606]

Roger Rodgson : tudo completo ,melodia ,voz, instrumentos: fora de série !! obrigado!!!

[@mk5294]

Roger Hodgson is a genius, and this song truly is a very precious Masterpiece!!!

[@thomasfunderburk7993]

I love you, Roger Hodgson. You expand my soul, my faith, my art.

[@anapetri9289]

I love you, i love you Roger

[@javierfueyo6871]

Solo diré que toca alguna fibra de, mí íntimo....yo APASALOBIEN TØS

[@guytero8812]

A TRUE musician. And a lovely person. Beautiful.

[@UKMoench]

Roger❤️

[@KARKLUKY]

Halle Aug 30 - It was the best concert I've ever been to.....thank you Roger and the band, you all are unbelievable...♥ and thank you for your time Roger, my daugther Daniela will live this moment forever♥ Adela, Czech Republic

[@sofatostartup]

I was there too. I came from England to see him. I LOVE his music

[@Carladri07]

In 2013 my husband, Carlos, dedicated me your song "Hide in your shell" Thanks Roger to write so beautiful songs. You and Supertramp forever! A big hug from Lisboa, Portugal

[@micaanafraf9844]

And so we sail towards the dawn, joining those who gently mourn for you It's only because of you Friends may come and friends may go, the only friend I need to know is you It's only because of you Mighty castles, lonely kings, hear the ragged children sing it's you It's only because of you He who smiles at lofty schemes, stems the tide of broken dreams is you It's only because of you And when the storms have died away, only truth will live to say it's you It's only because of you And when the darkness flies away, only love will shine to say it's true It's only because of you

[@guillermocastano9023]

Micaa love

[@mirelladicroce4225]

Bravissima!!!!!

[@mirelladicroce4225]

Bravissima!!!!

[@antoniolopes9542]

thanks Micaa

[@monicalipperheide3564]

My father teach me the good taste of supertramp.and i adore him

[@ms.saratonin6467]

….and then one notes how many different people leaving comments in so many different languages, proving again that music (Mr Hodgson’s brilliant compositions, specifically) truly is the one thing that brings us all together, the true universal language…

[@ilonav.4526]

🙏 and 👏 god bless you. We can feel that you're always inspired by god. thanks for warmth and soulful being, we can feel it at your concerts and for ever in your lyrics and songs. thanks, deeply from my heart!!! ☺💛💛💛

[@albertoporreca998]

Ciao eccezzionali

[@rigolonzinbrin]

Roger Hodgson's music is magical, it's a dream to hear his voice accompanied by a great orchestra. All his songs are "logical songs". Thank You Roger! If any musician should be ennobled or decorated it is you, genius! When I think that the brawler of the Rolling Stones has been ennobled, I am amazed and scandalized! Because this Jones is not a singer but a screamer...

[@my3dviews]

Love this song. One of his best solo ones. Also one of my favourite singers. :-)

[@gtr1487]

wow...just freakin amazing.

[@cohenrene9801]

La bonté et la douceur de sa voix alliées à un immense talent me font frissonner !! S il était vêtu comme l l'orchestre philarmonique il se fondrait dans le paysage merci hogdson pour ta sensibilité !!!

[@JonathanWright-ul1kl]

This is one of the best songs by anyone concerned with Supertramp. It's one of the few songs that gives me shivers.

[@josefbruckner7154]

Indeed, a mighty song.

[@manuelcruz1495]

tenho 59 anos o primeiro LP que comprei super tranp Paris hoje pacados 40 anos . continuo a ouvir super tranp nunca passa de moda

[@watchamacallitveterinaria2069]

Eu com os meus 64 anos de idade me sinto um previlegiado ouvindo essa maravilha de música. Retorno ao passado .

[@EricBishard]

Some of the most rememberable times as a child I had were watching my uncle Rodger at one of the last Supertramp concerts in 1982, traveling to California to stay on their house/studio and as an adult seeing him play with the Ringo Starr band and tour on his own despite his age, he hasn't lost any of it. Love this guy! Such an amazing body of work.

[@sharonallison9922]

BEAUTIFUL LYRICS.....🙏😇💞

[@fabriziofanta2530]

Amazing

[@64214Jose]

Una de las baladas más bellas jamás escritas.

[@javimurga3039]

Si

[@veronicaalessandrello1022]

The description couldn't find better words to express the experience of listening to Roger Hodgson's performance. There is something mystical in his work: so much love. Indeed! He's a beautiful soul.

[@davefischer1337]

Yep, I may have cried like a little girl. Thank you, All of you.

[@mariejohansson4127]

Wonderfull Live Music...and your lyricks song...only Beacause of you Roger ❤

[@josephalvarado7914]

Only the best never to be forgotten!! Thank you🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mariejohansson4127]

J Love this song sooo Mutch..❤❤❤❤❤ and you Roger we have the same Birthday 21/3 You were born 1950 and J 1959....Och du fångande mig i Portugal för första gången 1972 oh ye.Still love your song and have all the records...Thankyou for all that nice song for us,your Fans.You have a very nice person. And emotionell songs.❤ So Take care..❤ Marie Sweden var och fick uppleva dig och dina ljuvliga sånger i Stockholm. Tacksam för det ❤Only because of you,j find you....Tack Roger ❤🥰

[@luminescence7584]

Happy Birthday. I too am the 21/3.

[@MC-jw9mi]

Davvero bella e commovente!

[@rubenkbalz9587]

Excellent voice thanks Roger and the filarmonic band forever ❤

[@carmencerpa5984]

This man always can traspassing my hearth with those amazing words and awesome voice and feeling. Real master, and honestly I think a little be undereated. In my opinion one of the best all times.

[@claudeaudouit2064]

Un joli mariage entre un bon orchestre philharmonique et Mr. Roger Hodgson ! Un pur régal pour mes oreilles en son 5.1 sur mon pc .

[@martinegavalet116]

Avec Supertramp ou solo, j'ai toujours adoré sa musique !!!!!!!!!! En plus, depuis mes plus tendres années, j'ai toujours adoré le piano !!!!!!!!! Ce qui m'a permis de ne pas me cantonner à la musique classique !!!!!!!!! Avec lui, on voit bien l'étendue des claviers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@perraineric3952]

Vous êtes bénie de dieux monsieur Roger , vous avez sur votre visage, vos expressions , une bonté que seul doivent avoir les anges . Votre simplicité , vous la partagez avec vos musiciens et le public qui vient vous voir sur scène. Un grand , très grand merci 🙏 à vous.

[@Nekkers1]

A genius! The right word !!

[@TheJANNIWANNI]

A magic song, I dedicated this song to someone special who passed away far too young 💔 he idolised your music 🎵

[@nadiabatteau6319]

La musique, c'est la voie du sacré. C'est une belle chanson, si émouvante.

[@brentsarazin4346]

A true Gift to the World is Roger. He has a skill of entering my heart as though he can read my thoughts and express in a deep, yet, simple perfection.

[@junecommerford7371]

Mr. Hodgson, You are absolutely divine ! It's with great pleasure to hear this song for the first time. I am a great fan of yours from way back with Supertramp. I use to play a lot of song's on the piano without my mother complaining cause I was studying classical music. I have listened to a lot of your music with the Orchestra tonight it's just grand. I was a Supertramp lover, but now an even more lover of your music ! God bless

[@albertoporreca998]

Ciao canzone indimenticabile

[@kennyknight1854]

June Commerford Qy

[@deborahmorris8430]

A multitude of musical talent ,genius,beautiful flowing sublime 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@Candyflyfish]

This song is awesome !! Great delicacy in his notes and letter. Roger has created a timeless composition with this beautiful song. A jewel to enjoy this song with Band, Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. I was fortunate enough to witness it in Orillia (Canada), twice in their last two shows of the Tour 2014. I hope to witness this year !!

[@utubeviewing1]

A love song to the Lord. In truth: He died for us, and we mourn for his suffering, For by His stripes are we healed. It's only because of Him.

[@dl7692]

Du pur génie, à jamais inégalé....

[@mariejohansson4127]

Love..Big Love..to you Roger ❤

[@stefankraus2527]

Ein großartiges Lied. Gibt Roger den Nobelpreis!

[@rachidmachado1722]

PERFECT MUSIC......PERFECT SONG.......!!! SUPERTRAMP FOREVER !!! HUGS FROM BRAZIL !!!!

[@helenapace9434]

Musica linda! Sensacional, ótima para nossos ouvidos.

[@colleenj8357]

Roger us always smiling when he's on the stage......must really be enjoying himself.......love you Supertramp.

[@vincetarnowski4843]

Eye of the Storm was the last vinyl I bought. 30 or more years ago now. I recommend checking it out, great tunes, especially this one. A prayer, really, more than a song.

[@sarac.3259]

One of my favourite records - it is incredibly beautiful. I recorded it so I could listen in the car on long journeys, when cars had cassette players.

[@martinwithers4239]

What Can I Say About Roger He Is Just A Pure Flipping Star A Star A Star Amazing Man, I Just Love Him :) XX

[@hjl8083]

I was at a concert of him at KKL Switzerland in 2019, it was overwhelming.

[@edmundpfeiffer6028]

Roger Hodgson - always a pleasure for my ears - Thank you for your music !

[@hopezingg6592]

I wish That I could sing with Roger. One of my favorites. Timeless

[@florencehouguet3400]

Ģenial Roger hors on à la voix d'or! !

[@stevenrobertson8329]

Since coming across Supertramp in the early seventies , they have always been there, in a comforting way, like a warm blanket on a cold night, thanks guys.

[@mariamery7025]

La música de Roger Is timeless nunca te cansas escuchar temas Supertramp hace 45 ánios soy fan y es un placer verlo y escuchar su música 🌹💞🇦🇷

[@zen350001]

j'étais ado, j'ai connu Supertramp dans les années 70, en colo, ça m'a impressionné,j'ai tout de suite adoré

[@carmelinam4477]

Einfach nur wunderschön

[@robconnell5549]

Thank you for all your work...

[@raystyles4569]

Thank you Roger reminding me that we all make the whole thing. Your 110% Right. R.R

[@glennrapley774]

Brilliant!!!... as is all his songs

[@silviareginaferreirafaler679]

Roger o que dizer??? Absolutamente fantastico Aaron no vocal magnifico!!!!! Musica maravilhosa. Alguem curtindo em 2018?????

[@vanilsongrisotto2771]

Essa.musica.me acompanhou muito jovem hoje estou com. 60 e continua me acompanhando preciso falar mais alguma coisa Supertramp foi demais marcou geração , adorooooooooooo❤️❤️

[@robertooscaraibar1]

Que cosa más hermosa la música y ese contenido. Mil felicitaciones es un Dios. Buenísimo buenísimo buenísimo. 👍👏👏🙌✌👋👋🙌✌👏👍🍾🍾🍾🍷🍷🍷😨🎈🎈🎈🍰🎈🍰🎈

[@lilamnbdh967]

Music is the language of the soul🙏❤️

[@armandomontori8848]

Extraordinario. Tuve la suerte junto con mi esposa, de disfrutar de un concierto inolvidable para nosotros en Cambrils, en el Parque del Pinaret. Muchas gracias por tu música, Roger.