Sam Fender // Seventeen Going Under // Live from Brixton, London

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[@mitchpollock4732]

There aren't many songs that have a line like "I was far too scared to hit him, but I'd hit him in a heart beat now" that is so perfect that the audience immediately screams it out and Sam knows it's no longer his line. So great.

[@evanblackwell3920]

That is the defining line of this song for me. First time I heard the song "embryotic love" peaked my interest and "I'd hit him in a heart beat" completely sold me. What a fantastic song.

[@craigb7967]

That line is him saying anger is not a good thing to keep inside you - "thats the thing with anger it begs to stick around". He didn't hit the guy but still wishes he had and its eating away at him. Basically he is saying don't let the past make you a bitter aggressive soul

[@mariepresley8430]

That song does something to me, especially that line... I just started crying about a trauma I thougt i was over long ago...

[@preston1642]

They way he sings it too is so fucking amazing

[@agirlnamedgoo]

and the lines 'I see my mother, the DWP see a number' are just fucking amazing

[@OndraMike]

The use of saxophone is something refreshing in todays music... I liked that

[@erwinboogaerts]

Bruce did the same nearly 50 (50!) years ago. But I agree Sam Fender is one of the most interesting contemporary artists. A genius.

[@robnewton3368]

Played in bands with saxophonists. They’re high maintenance.

[@arronhughes6393]

Yes refreshing. But not on nearly every one of his songs as he seems to do....

[@m413859]

@@erwinboogaerts Dire Straits… mark knoffler influence

[@MariannMakrai]

Its a Springsteen relic

[@Jack-up1sb]

"I see my Mother, The DWP see a number" such a simple, heartbreaking line, it knocks me out every time. I would say the most talented song writers there are would go their whole life without writing anything that holds as much of an emotional kick to the head as that one.

[@MrCraazed]

Feel the same way when I first heard the song, literally rewinded it about 10 times to hear it, so powerful

[@Linda-uh7ry]

Agreed, I cried

[@cameronbrown6519]

That line hits hard been there went through that.

[@mattbeevers1132]

I agree with everything you have said here

[@jmars9816]

@@mattbeevers1132 "seventeen going under..."

[@aminmennaa9804]

“That’s the thing with anger. it begs to stick around” that’s one of wisest lines ever written. simply the song of 2021.

[@podbay]

Absolutely and completely agree.

[@barmouthbridge8772]

That poetic mystery of language is what you're describing perfectly. That local collective sense of immediate recognition and emotional investment in such a simple phrase. it's culturally so significant. like Paul Weller and Billy Bragg and Morrissey and Madness. A true window on current sentiment.

[@Youtuber-lv6eh]

Thats the thing that lingers and curses you when your down.

[@CHIPPY_402]

@@barmouthbridge8772well done clever clogs

[@Lil_Kenny123]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@mikesommers1068]

I'm an old man of 73. This is the best thing I've seen since the Beatles. He's a poet.

[@josephbaird1082]

Single handedly saving UK music - I can't think of anyone else that is having such an impact on young and older generations alike

[@boxcarwillie167]

Sir,.I'm 62 & feel the same way!

[@peterhughes2426]

And you know your music 🎸👍🏻

[@Griffin-Media]

I watched him live in Sydney and my god, it gives me chills to this day.

[@lindahawkins4783]

I'm 72and love it.😊

[@zakmurray8097]

This is pure ecstasy. The song. The venue. The crowd. SAM FENDER ❤

[@joebell4013]

I was in the crowd. Very thoughtful of you to describe me like that. Thank you.

[@hughford4915]

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[@hughford4915]

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[@hughford4915]

Ol

[@macangus123]

@@joebell4013 ?? WTF are you his boyfriend or something?

[@bensaunders2255]

I think I prefer it here, feels like it was written to be performed. also his vocals on this version are ASTOUNDING. can't wait to catch them in London next year!

[@tylerbesaw3329]

All of his stuff live feels like that. Hope he comes to USA

[@chazwick313]

@@tylerbesaw3329 he's moving to the US for abit to broaden his appeal I think so Ur in luck

[@LouiyTheLion]

I’m seeing him twice this year, I cannot wait! Wembley and Finsbury Park 😆

[@StingRay_YT]

When the crowd join in and sing along, it's amazing. Definitely made for a live audience, the sax, drums, trumpet, amazing 👏 ❤ and he's a Geordie to boot , doing the North East of England proud.

[@jwcc18]

Okay

[@blotski]

As a geordie you've no idea how amazing it feels to hear that London crowd singing 'canny chanter but he looks sad'. Get a bit choked up.

[@spooksterz]

Innit mate. unreal. so proud we've got a Geordie up there

[@decotronq9054]

I'm irish and this hits me😂 monumental tune.

[@terrypfmartin]

Soul poetry! It's fucking amazing!!

[@jsears21ify]

I had to look up what it meant from Dallas, Texas. Y’all have the real deal with this one. I’d be proud too.

[@bimapamungkas9109]

@@fionnmaccuill415 canny chanter means good singer in geordie land :)

[@eduardalf]

sam's songs have the power to cause me a painful and comfortable nostalgia for something I haven't even experienced... I don't know how to explain but it's a really genuine feeling

[@mrleek]

Saudade

[@eduardalf]

@@mrleek deve ser por isso que eu continuo voltando e voltando aqui

[@bhoywonder8892]

White privlelage is whopper tune. Relevant in any walk of life

[@jamestaylor7593]

Yeah, I just started listening to him, it's beautiful his music . Story telling songs like the old days

[@TiniciusVlogsTM]

Eu sinto a mesma coisa escutando as músicas dele, é uma coisa inexplicável e explicável ao mesmo tempo.

[@gousriracha9018]

The very first time I heard this track I was mindblown. I thought it was one old classic tune that had gone completely under my radar. What an absolute banger, great lyrics and sound, what a time to be alive.

[@ryanbellew1009]

Yes I thought i heard it before

[@CamperPro2012]

I mean, I could think about better times to be alive. 2019 was a good year for example.

[@ArcherBellGallagher]

You always think you’ll never hear a song of a certain calibre again, you assume the music you like of old will always be the best, but this song well and truly threw that all out the window. Absolute anthem.

[@macangus123]

No wrong ,80's great time to be alive,this is pure shite,doesn't mean a thing. what does sickness last forever mean?embryonic love mean?

[@bacnic]

Same

[@parker3293]

'I see my mother, the DWP see a number' is such a heartbreaking and relatable line man

[@_96kyl38]

this gives me so much good pure serotonin, what a song, what an absolute genuine lad.

[@mickyd61]

Same

[@macangus123]

How do you no he's a genuine guy?do you no him well?

[@oliverboisen7475]

@@macangus123 Because in pretty much every interview he's in, he seems like the nicest lad you could ever meet

[@happychappy27]

@@oliverboisen7475 This sells records….

[@progressivedemagogue8480]

Dopamine actually

[@agirlnamedgoo]

having a crowd scream those lyrics at the top of their lungs must be so fucking surreal. Not many artists nowadays can capture real and raw emotions like Sam does, and seeing so many people connect with this song is incredible. Absolute legend you are Sam ❤️

[@mattbeevers1132]

Everything you said. YES. I hope he realizes how good this song is.

[@decotronq9054]

Well said 👏👍🏼

[@ikaw41]

Go to White Lies concert :) The same atmosphere

[@billyedsatiristry7952]

Exactly!

[@geoffreyhughes441]

England's answer to Bruce Springsteen. Incredible.

[@monabroothaers4333]

Yes! This! Exact!

[@johnkerr1957]

Definitely hear "The Boss" in this performance - especially with the saxophone being so prominent

[@jas_bataille]

I see 3 concerts a week as my career. Sometimes it's hard to really get into something because you dissect it so much. This song... this is the song every songwriter want to write. It's about everything, it's about the things we want to be nothing, it's about life - this is how life sounds. It's amazing, how free as a writer Sam is to write with such simplistic yet powerful words, it's a poem, but it sounds so good! I have rarely ever been transported by a song like this, if at all. This is history.

[@mcelwainhd8149]

Can you imagine being in Sam’s position? That adrenaline rush must’ve been like nothing else!

[@tonedeafmagonigle3513]

Imagine all the babes

[@tx5530]

I honestly fucking love this guy. Every song has meaning to him. He’s saved me in so many ways. Fucking top top geezer Sam 👌🏻

[@DJSmad82]

Know what you mean 👍🏻

[@brendadrumm9451]

Stop swearing lol heard him on ant and Dec I like him too now f off xxx

[@macangus123]

Bollock's

[@hollyelms3518]

The crowd singing along is pure ecstasy

[@stevenbard8026]

"That's the thing with anger. It begs to stick around." No doubt about it, one of the best lyrics ever written. So simple, so wise. It was the only line in the verses I caught and understood when i first started hearing it. It sums up the song so well. Highlights the theme perfectly. He says so much with so little. God damn. Sam Fender deep dive coming in hot.

[@harrisjm62]

The whole song is filled with great lines. I'm stunned with how packed it is.

[@markscott1553]

“I see my mother, the DWP see a number” - touch of class Sam. 🖤🖤🤍🤍

[@TheTylerfox29]

This made me want to cry with pure happiness. Its absolute perfection of a live performance. The song radiates to every single person in that room. One of THE greatest songs ever written.

I cried yah. euphoric

[@CRIMSONANT1]

Really .. “one of the greatest songs ever written”? I guess your musical knowledge doesn’t go back very far .. this wouldn’t even make a list of the 5,000 greatest songs.

[@Linda-uh7ry]

@@CRIMSONANT1 It is to said individual if it resonates so deeply in your soul it moves you to tears. We are all on our own journey. Be kind x

[@seanohare3509]

@@CRIMSONANT1 I means it’s music bro… it’s much like art, all about personal preference. Quit whinging.

@@CRIMSONANT1 old doesn't mean good James

[@simebruglerovic3971]

„I remember, sickness was forever“ - having survived severe depression just aged 22, I really feel this line. Sam, what a talent you are, this song really helped me go through it, life‘s good again. Best wishes from Germany Lad

[@murf1627]

I hope you are doing well my friend, Sam is a legend

[@iancoventry5243]

I'm 74 that song took me back,my head was nodding ,feet tapping,heart pounding what a star in the making,just great Sam.much respect ian Coventry.

[@sarahdell4042]

When people say new music is trash. . . This is a fucking masterpiece

[@silviadolfi6660]

This live version of this song send me to heaven. The way he sings "A mirrored picture of my old man, oh God the kid's a dab hand" is just outstanding. I'm in love with is voice, his lyrics, his sound. Thanks Sam for bringing your music to the world.

[@michellecunningham9661]

This was such a good gig, my son just turned 17 and when Sam dedicated the song to all the 17yr olds in the crowd my son took it personally 🥰

[@bretdrew1665]

i can’t imagine how euphoric this was to see live, wow what a tune. a whole vibe bro.

[@ah-ie9dy]

I'm seeing him this weekend and this video has my heart rate actually speeding up watching it because I know it's going to be incredible live. I hope you get to see him play some time!

[@alexmcaleer6086]

it was honestly the best concert i've been to

[@bretdrew1665]

@@ah-ie9dy i’m so excited for you!

[@CitizenArmyMonster]

@@alexmcaleer6086 Couldn't agree more here, i was there and it was by a a a fair way the best gig ive ever seen

[@racheljane1710]

the guitar sounds softer in this than the actual track somehow. it makes it even more emotional. idek how to describe the way it makes me feel but i love it

[@njaafred]

This is also my favorite version of it. You described it well!

[@Steelman6666]

The Sax player sounds absolutely amazing such a good tune

[@JohnWhite-sj8no]

Sam's smile when the crowd jumps the "oooooooouuuuuuooo" on the first breakdown is magical.

[@KTG365]

Quite simply one of the best songs I’ve ever heard in years

[@Hollowsmith]

Even though the lyrics are dark, THE MUSIC is so electifyingly joyous that it hits me like a wave of light. Unreal.

[@paulb1674]

"I was far too scared to hit him, but I would hit him in a heartbeat now" - Probably at least in the top ten lines of any song EVER!! Never mind how amazing he sings and all his other amazing songs, and the range this guy has and the love the British public have for him now. I mean "The DWP see a number" would probably be the best line for years without the above mentioned one. Fuckn amazing

[@chloecarr8420]

Love hearing his accent in his singing 🤩

[@seanohare3509]

Every now and then you hear a song for the first time and you feel like you can’t even imagine a time before you had heard it!…. This is 100% one of those songs🙌🏽

[@NoseJackMaggot]

Literally remember the feeling of hearing this for the first time. It reaffirmed my existence as a human being. Makes me bawl

[@kbonh22]

Listening for a year straight and still gives me goosebumps

[@coolinism]

Same, it's totally brilliant

[@mikhurtado320]

This song helped me through 2023, a year when dépression knocked at my door again. Curiosly I had the chance of visiting London, Paris, Madrid, and Lyon: my favorite of them all was, even more curiously, London. I heard myself singing random lines of this song while I was walking thru Trafalgar and Soho one night, and I had a couple of tears running down my face cause I couldn't believe I was living to see that city, yet the year felt like going to waste in so many levels. Thank you Sam for holding a hand for me throughout these tough times... And actually, in my case, I was 33 going under. I hope 34 are a bit gentler - and I hope to see him playing live this anthem someday.

[@ciaranmcgreal7966]

Proof that there is hope for modern music. Incredible 🤘🏻🎸

[@robashton5254]

Definitely

[@podbay]

I'm 69. Been playing guitar for 56 years. This song proves that music is timeless. It doesn't matter how old you are, the music transcends everything. The line that got me was, "That's the thing with anger, it begs to stick around." Very very personal to me. Go, Sam, go.

[@aidantattan7289]

Has to be the best version of this song out there. The build, the crowd, you feel like your there yourself when watching.

[@NoSplashBack1]

Agreed. Definitely the best version!

[@tonedeafmagonigle3513]

Nailed it 👌

[@vjm5246]

His voice is so damn good. Pitch perfect every time. Damn

[@lakakwkwkwk294]

This is seriously seriously fucking good, got a feeling he’s gonna become a very legendary British act❤️amazing performance I’d kill to of seen him

[@brendadrumm9451]

Stop swearing

[@oliverboisen7475]

@@brendadrumm9451 On a Sam Fender video and complaining about swearing? Lol 🤣

[@colinjackman8564]

I heard this song on an American radio while sitting on a prison yard. Tears came to my eyes I never felt so complete with a full understanding and how I found myself sitting on that prison yard and what led to those moments. I honestly try to sit still listening to this song. But I just can’t. Nor do I ever want to. Thank you Sam fender.

[@patrickryan5570]

His star is rising fast and he deserves the success as the talent is totally awesome - Brixton Academy remains one of the best music venues in the whole wide world.

[@robashton5254]

100 per cent true on all you said.

[@AT-db4rn]

Writing songs like this and it's only his second album. Wow. Guitar music is looking healthy again!

[@brownsparlour9813]

This guy blows me away man 🤦so talented

[@bronsongraff]

If Bruce wrote a song "Born in the UK"... Freaking brilliant. What a banger of a song. Sam, you've been shot out of a cannon now. Entranced re-watching (over and over) of this video out here on the west coast of the USA. Full tilt, global reach is coming to you. Enjoy the ride. Will see you rocking a stadium out this way, surely sometime soon.

[@billyedsatiristry7952]

Someone said it already: I was beginning to think good music was a thing of the past. Then I heard this song at random while driving through Indiana. I was hooked. How does this guy hit the exact neurons in my head that house these emotions?

[@isabelateixeira3713]

Listening to this while driving is a whole experience. It unearthed memories i forgot i had.

[@patrickfitzgerald2695]

Wonderful artist & a truly excellent song. Check out The War On Drugs-Under the Pressure. Sam's a fan!

[@stee74sb]

Sam is single handedly keeping music alive. What a banger of a song.

[@meikasroom851]

That's certainly a subjective comment lol. Maybe in this genre, others are very much alive 😉😁

[@superdrwholock]

@@meikasroom851 Ikr it's like some people in the comments haven't heard any other music lol, there's plenty of brilliant artists out there, Sam is just one :)

[@macangus123]

Hardly!!! come on.

[@tomoldrini4762]

Im glad we still have songs like this coming out. Its refreshing to have a proper band in the tops of the charts

[@carolinehDN]

i still can't believe i was able to see this in person. Was my first gig since 2019 and it couldn't have been better, thank you so much for posting this

[@marielaluisa7273]

the hypersonic missiles finale was like nothing I’ve ever experienced before !

[@carolinehDN]

@@marielaluisa7273 was so nice to experience it live! Felt like a dream 🥺

[@emilvilsek]

I fucking love this man and his music

[@Mrgazzzap1]

I can barely listen to this song without crying. and i've heard it so many times.

[@lancepaulis9814]

I think it's one of the first times I want to sincerely thank TikTok users for putting this song so much into everybody's " for you page " that it became famous quicker than it probably would have become normally. Hearing them screaming the sentence " I was far too scared to hit him, but I would hit him in a hearbeat now " just exploded my heart.

[@Mozezrox]

Sam Fender is the Springsteen of our generation man. Absolute fantastic lyrics, storytelling and melody. What a fucking guy

[@barking_mad6649]

Reminds me also of War on Drugs.

[@samlaw9938]

This is the sound I’ve been longing for, for so many years

[@jessieee_p]

I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the best songwriting I've heard in years. I can't remember the last time I cried from the lyrics of a song alone. Let alone Sam's incredible vocals, the saxophone, piano, drums, glockenspiel - all of it 🥺 What a magnificent record.

[@reinerfrost4044]

Best song of the last 20 years

[@pamelapartridge1732]

Amazing

[@barrysteven5964]

He has everything. Amazing composer, talented lyricist and phenomenal singer. And decent guy, which helps too.

[@audreyhowat1589]

What a voice, this tune bounces around all the time in my head

[@some_g333]

Not to put this performance down but you can't trust any live recording these days. Post production can be done just as easily as on the record.

[@DelScully]

@@some_g333 ok?

[@KyleSLFC]

@@some_g333 I’ve seen him live he is extraordinary

[@mikegordon1859]

Loving the geordie Springsteen, great to hear his voice being heard

[@Novotny72]

that's a great description

[@Astridologist]

Watching your growth has been phenomenal! You deserve all the success you’ve been getting and far more

[@vjm5246]

He was top class from day 1. It was always going to be a matter of time. He was a standout in his teens

[@lumiere930]

Proper anthem for our generation. Honestly cannot think of a song I have related to more in my life

[@ptiger7177]

My nephew told me about this guy. Wow what a songwriter. Music is class love from glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@craigcheetham28]

The most exciting new artist in a generation. Amazing album, but this live performance is something else. Can’t wait to see him live in March. Amazing performer; great band, and not afraid to speak the truth. Go Sam!

[@iainmorton1648]

100% agree, we are blessed to be alive at the same time as him. He is an artist for the ages

[@ToldoMexes]

I did an official 10 K run yesterday. minutes before the race start I was struggling finding a great playlist. Then this tune pop up. I ended listens to this song only for the entire race and finishing a personal best. great running track.

[@emilymarshman1261]

listening to that crowd singing every word........wow

[@masonbhunter2]

It'd rare anymore that I hear a song and within 10 seconds I know it's an anthem. This song is powerful. It gives me hope that the future isn't doomed yet.

[@johnnywalsh2900]

I honestly believe this is the best version of 17 going under

[@emzyiri2876]

ahhhh not to be smug but I was there 🤗"smug face". Absolute magic, Brixton is a special venue anyway and Sam and his band were on another level ! An amazing night and a serious crowd. 🌠

[@jammiiee]

Nice one. He's tremendous live. Good chanter

[@aaaperol]

Singing is better than on the album

[@nsumpy]

But the atmosphere makes up for it..

[@andrewshaw3373]

@@nsumpy I think he meant that his singing is even better here than on the album 👍

[@parissuleyman2958]

I think he meant he sounds even better live..

[@nsumpy]

Yeah my bad, misread it tis all. Blame the shandys!

[@andrewshaw3373]

@@nsumpy nowt wrong with a shandy mate 👍

[@peterpopperry4408]

A touch of class has returned to music at 63 i see a new Boss wickedly good

[@user-gi5bb6ey3t]

100 for the vibe of this song...TOP

[@kidkush2347]

You've literally put some of my child hood into a song bro

[@h.newton8982]

That saxophone is so cool. It changes the recipe making it fresh!! Amazing band!!

[@kevinferguson6300]

Wow one of they kinda songs that you NEVER want to end...sublime

[@diggeroldmate8122]

Finally some actual song writing talent. Great song.

[@curiositypiqued6573]

When an audience is screaming....no roaring the lyrics in unison its spine chilling..it .must feel like God level amazing to him...I doubt there's many better feelings in this world 😆

[@agirlnamedgoo]

just hearing the guitar riff at the start gives me the chills. an incredible song and an even better artist ❤️

[@endaradarlin283]

he's perfect

[@katharinagraf9215]

This song is so underrated! Absolute amazing performance, catching lyrics, nice guitar and overwhelming flow! I bet in one year many people will know who Sam fender is

[@unklerolly]

i feel the 80s/90s vibe and i LOVE IT!

[@jessicateague5699]

0:42 and 1:18 thanks for the feature sam😂 best night ever!!

[@bexgunther5849]

One of my favorite artists, he seems to capture the existential dread we all grew up with and struggle with each day. Every song makes me feel so much.

[@erictomlinson2635]

Such a beautiful thing when you connect to an artist's music. I just saw him in Montreal, Canada and I can tell you that he's growing over here. Only a matter of time before he's mainstream in North America.

[@leerider3527]

This guy is fucking awesome so refreshing and still relatively unknown that's what makes him so good.

[@TheAEROShows]

This night was my favourite concert ever. Can't get over the energy and how stellar you were!

[@sonjw7392]

At 56 there are not nany musicians these days that i can listen to.But this guy is just so naturally ralented and this song gets me everytime i hear it.The crowd love him.Great to see such a talent coming out of the North East of England and his supporters up here are proud of him

[@robertaannaronca480]

Impossibile not to love him and his art💘

[@paulriley5966]

This is an absolutely breathtaking performance from start to finish. Sam fender is so so good! The energy from the crowd is amazing!

[@joyouus_]

i wish to see Sam Fender's show one day and experience this wholesome performance.

[@westonklaus9945]

The crowd singing the WHAEAOAHAEOWOAH WAOOAW makes it all the more epic

[@whitelion8385]

I’ve been told twice now that I resemble Sam fender so I looked into his music catalogue, not only do I see the similarities in the way we look but this man writes like he’s lived my life, thank god for my friends comparing us

[@lois3422]

ngl if you look like sam fender you are absolutely blessed

[@whitelion8385]

@@lois3422 i wouldn't say i look exactly like him i just have similar features arranged slightly differently and a resting bitch face too which sam has in a lot of photos of him

[@casspurrwaspurr4716]

The line and beat of “I was far too scared to hit, but I would hit him in heart beat now” gives me the vibes of old rock from the 80s. Like a mix of Bruce Springsteen and Bowie.

[@purpletrumpet31]

Don’t compare him to those weirdos. Sams way above those guys!

[@tracirochonbusyrealtormama9365]

I hear Gord Downie from The Tragically Hip RIP

[@danielleharty269]

Mark of a great artist , being able to sing just as good if not better live!

[@markbarker7978]

it can fleece you of your beauty and leave you with nought to offer! What wise words from one so young!

[@alinetiemi2712]

This is incredible

[@sophiewilliams1913]

Watching this live would be the most cathartic and emotional experience

[@AT-db4rn]

You're not wrong. A stadium gig with everyone singing this would be just something else...

[@sonnerthebest1]

I’ve got a feeling this kid is going to go superstar status!!! And good on him he’s absolutely class!!

[@jlidz]

He is like a British Springsteen unreal talent and he will defo allready blown up in the uk

[@robashton5254]

What a glorious tune. The energy in that place is off the scale. Just amazing.

[@ok-es6vd]

Still phenomenal, what a tune .. one of the best in recent times

[@NatePfeil]

This song comes on-should I dance or cry? Yes.