Sam Fender - Seventeen Going Under (Live At Alexandra Palace)

[@anna-gy8on]

Sam’s gonna be the artist of our generation

[@agirlnamedgoo]

his songs really are something else

[@joshellis3477]

couldnt agree more!!

[@cbodessia]

He is the male Lana Del Rey. Which i know sounds weird considering they make such incredibly different kinds of music, but they are pretty much the only two songwriters who not only write relatable lyrics but who actually turn those relatable lyrics into brilliant pieces of music.

[@ikben86]

Well said!!

[@anna-gy8on]

guy sam fender fans hmu 🤙

[@madelinejuno]

this song makes me feel SO many things. hearing the crowd sing along in unison is so powerful. what a song, what a performance. well done, Sam.

[@naybobdenod]

Hello Madeline. Ive watched this countless times and the buzz never seems to fade. Seeing and listening to all these young people having such a memorable time, its just the best. Most sincerely John age 68 :) ps I just enjoy people enjoying themselves.

[@timcasey5835]

@@naybobdenod I’m 50 and feel exactly the same - it’s inspiring seeing a young artist like this making and performing music as good as this.

[@raffertycasey3338]

@@timcasey5835 im 16 and im going to music college this year sam is my biggest inspiration showing me that you dont have to have meaningless materialistic shit to make something of yourself

[@timcasey5835]

@@raffertycasey3338 Good luck with your studies - you’ll have the time of your life - good for you :)

[@tollan23]

@@timcasey5835 I'm 50 too... and only just 'discovered' Sam (I live in Canada now). I think he and his band are one of the best things to happen to British music in some time. Truly original. I hope he can keep his head... he's a real talent. And his band are awesome too!

[@sionedgriffin1478]

“I was far to scared to hit him, but I would hit him in a heart beat now” same hunny same. Absolute legend, I love this song and this absolute beautiful sole Sam is xx

[@timmimagic]

Indeed

[@MrSmid888]

Soul 😜✌🏻

[@ptiger7177]

Best song I've heard in a long time. He's different class

[@barking_mad6649]

I don't (fortunately) relate to that line at all, but when he sings it and you hear it sung back and see the faces of those doing so, it's impossible not to.

[@ChrisBGSl]

Just a random boomer here. This song is an example of brilliant song writing, masterful story telling and leaves no doubt for me that live music is alwasy better!

[@jackbrennan592]

Having a crowd sing like that to a song you wrote has to be the greatest high a human can get.

[@robashton5254]

Definitely

[@TiahraThankyew]

The best night of my life! U can literally see me screaming " but i would hit em in a heartbeat now" can't believe I'll have this video to always remember that night

[@uggerrugger5]

You there on the Sat or Sunday lad?

[@TiahraThankyew]

@@uggerrugger5 saturday mate

[@uggerrugger5]

@@TiahraThankyew noooo😂😢 I was there on Sunday. Was as awesome as that VT though for sure 👌🏻

[@joegreenwood1048]

Ah alright Jack🤣 I’m the lad in white right next to you hahaha

[@johnbarnby5530]

Loving your passion Jack. I'm now in my 62nd year and went to my first gig as a 12 year old (Bowie). Been lucky enough to see Zeppelin,The Who,the Stones,Springsteen (30+ times) and so many more. My daughter and me will be at Wembley in April for one of Sam's gigs and I'm as excited about this as i was about any of the above.

[@jaysenlek3299]

I’m 47 , struggling with drug addiction , my 16 year old son saw Sam at reading last night , told me this was the highlight of the set . It’s was me that told him to make sure too go see Sam fender . This song reminds me so much of when I was young . Going to kick this habit I’ve had enough . Next gig Sam plays I’m going to be there with my boy . Sing our hearts out . Thank you Sam Fender . A true hero . Your music connects people .

[@DamoMcDermott]

You can doit

[@bartonted]

Don't let it beat you. Addiction is an arse. It wants to hurt you. Tell it to 'Well and Truely Go Fuck Itself'.

[@matthewgeorgeharrison]

You got this mate believe in yourself you're amazing tell yourself that everyday

[@conkontos1428]

Hope you get there mate. I had my son as my strength at same age , now he’s 22 don’t give me time of the day. I gave him everything my father never gave me. I have lost him, hope you and your lad belt out the tune with arms around each other 💪🏻

[@WinniePooh-t7b]

We made it!

[@quark6766]

I`m 55 years old and I connected with this song straight away. Absolutely brilliant and what a performance, the crowd are a part of that perfrmance,

[@mickyd61]

I’m 44 and feel the same ❤

[@agirlnamedgoo]

This song is so incredible. It's not often that an artist's lyrics resonate with so many people. The song is so real and true and beautiful. Hats off to you Sam.

[@georgemaynard7604]

I'm seventy two. I've heard a lot rock and this dude is really outstanding! My faith is restored to the youngin's music . Keep on rockin'

[@alejandrosagredo5801]

This song gives me the chills. ‘I see my mother, the DWP see a number’ gets me every time.

[@jamielowndes]

I will die on a hill right now to say that's the best lyric anyone has written in the last few years.

[@jacopocavalletto6242]

Finally a real artist that has something to say and does it with passion. Seeing that young crowd singing every word and enjoying every second brings tears to my eyes. There is still hope for music.

[@naybobdenod]

Hi Jacopo. Firstly, a very Merry Xmas to you. The sentiments within your comment mirror mine exactly especially the tears, it never fails. Our young people deserve to be happy and carefree, its what they call ` growing up `. Searching youtube for something new to listen to I fortunately dropped on `17 going under` and I'm so plzd I did as I am now an avid listener to this young talented singer/song writer.Sam Fender is a well grounded individual with huge potential. As for me, I'm 69 tomorrow ( boxing day ) and yes, there's still plenty of hope for music :) Sincerely John.

[@stevencripps]

Great comment Jacopo…. I completely agree. Watching this young guy and the crowd singing their hearts out fills me with hope! Amazing!

[@johnkerr1957]

Yes... finally someone playing old school rock with an amazing story to tell. What an amazing song & performance. Best song I've heard in a long time.

[@burnleyfilmmakers1582]

great live performer.

[@zulalsevdehan]

5:07 no instrument, no lyrics but it still touches the heart so strong

[@lily-td5vq]

fricking goosebumps

[@DigitalDaffodil]

Looks like a cult with their leader

[@russellcadwallader1214]

Absolutely brilliant, Sam fender speaks to people of all ages, gender, etc etc. I'm nearly 50 and love to see the kids in the audience get it, music that means something. Keep going as you are Sam, bloody amazing.

[@blotski]

I'm older than you and I absolutely love this lad. His music is just amazing, wonderful lyrics and he's a world class singer. It's great to see a talented musician being loved by all these young lads and lasses appealing to the young of both sexes and us older ones are listening to him at home!! The thing is the types of things he writes about are relevant to young people but a lot of them are timeless themes. We've all been through what he writes about. And I'm so proud he's from the North East and doesn't mind letting his accent come over in his singing.

[@cornishhh]

I'm 63 and feel exactly the same. I can remember a lot of these emotions. I still have some.

[@petrovonoccymro9063]

I’m 69 and feel it too. Brilliant talent is young Sam. I still remember hiding under the table with my dear mam when the rent man called and we had no money. Some things are timeless.

[@sonjadietz5297]

@@blotski Oh, yes....so it is !!!!

[@paoloamoroso3972]

A new here is in town...this heartland sound is so moving...

[@johnbarnby5530]

What i love about this is his body language. He is a working class kid who has had it a bit rough growing up but he stuck at the thing he loves and now cant quite believe that he and his mates are DOING IT. Well done Sam,from a working class Eastend boy.

[@johnrichardson9301]

I am a 77 year old man now but I have grown up listening to many top groups but Sam fender is in no doubt the best band I have heard

[@DELLAXOZ]

this was the first concert i went to and it was sickkkk😭 i love how everyone continued chanting after he finished

[@mylesthered3614]

Wait was that you in the video?

[@MountyDani13]

I was there too, people were still chanting outside too!

[@KidSaturdays]

As a 47 year old ex hooligan, with a very disfunctional childhood and an everlasting love for my Mother for believing in me.. Thank you for this song Sam.

[@roryharnett9493]

Wow. This just blew me away. I'm 40, probably my second comment ever on YT but f*ck me, what a tune. This song transcends all generations, everyone can relate. This generation are in very good hands with Sam. What a gem.

[@geoffreywingard6207]

When I was 17 I held my mother as she seized in drug withdrawal, my stepfather raging blind drunk in the room next door. It gets better. Thanks for this song.

[@bronsongraff]

You know you've written a transcendent song when someone from across the globe listens to an automotive podcast and the hosts, from LA, just rave about the artist as they play the song, just to share the music with their listeners. This is how a 50 year old guy in the northwest US finds Sam Fender. Then, the music takes hold and the addiction really starts. Sam, you and the fellas are going global. Lookout... It's gonna be a wild ride! You're damn right that "we did it boys, we fuckin' did it". You sure as hell did.

[@johnkerr1957]

Found this song in Australia via Triple Js Like A Version with all-female band CAMP COPE doing an amazing version of it

[@agirlnamedgoo]

I can't imagine how surreal that moment at 5:07 must have felt to Sam. The look on his face says it all.

[@toni3762]

It was so nice and we continued as a crowd to sing that melody during encore, musical break and people were singing it when they were leaving the venue it was such a good atmosphere

[@agirlnamedgoo]

that sounds amazing

[@cathykio]

I MADE IT!!!! I'm the black girl with blonde braids at 5:30 and other bits on the video :)) My third time seeing you Sam and by far my favourite!!

[@agirlnamedgoo]

ahh i'm so jealous!!

[@johnkerr1957]

Just a brilliant collage of vision from both off & on the stage. Have only seen something similar here in Australia with The Angels in the late 70s/early 80s. LaTrobe Uni 1979... go find.

[@trumsolon]

"I was far too scared to hit him, but I'd hit him in a heart beat now" sung back from the audience with the same passion and intensity as you'd find in a Springsteen concert, audience and performer one entity. Great!

[@mainy1984]

What an abolute belter from a genius we will hopefully be hearing for many years to come

[@becky.wassell]

the vibe of this concert was unbeatable. still get goosebumps now listening to the end of that. you guys deserve every success, legends x

[@noelgriffin9914]

In my 42 years in this life i have never witnessed such an AMAZING BEAUTIFUL talent and more than a well needed breathe of fresh air to music than this geordie lad.goose bumps every time.OUT OF THIS WORLD SAM.

[@claverhouse1]

A generational talent. Anthemic, visceral, emotional, melodic, literate, heartfelt music, made with a close and loyal group of friends. As a tired Gen Xer, it does my heart good to see hope for the future.

[@ryanhounsell7942]

At 53 I am later to most parties these days, and that's the case with Sam Fender. But, having found him, I'm obsessed! Lyrically and vocally amazing. I can't remember anyone talking to a disaffected youth in such a way since The Smiths. And if the saxophonist doesn't get to play with Bruce Springsteen at some stage, that will be a travesty. A reincarnation of Clarence Clemons!

[@garethfoster4830]

I've not been so interested in q solo artist that can play guitar and write great lyrics this much for over 15 years. From a 41 year old that grew up on oasis

[@ryanhounsell7942]

And a 53 year old brought up on The Smiths.

[@catsdogs6813]

Same. Well said!!!

[@writerwruler]

He speaks to me and I’m 63. You never lose the 17-year-old sitting in the back seat of your head shouting, ‘Haway man, no!’ Mine’s not as eloquent as Sam

[@jlo4543]

Same!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@arthurshelby3125]

same here.... im forever telling people modern music is shit lol.... ha, how wrong was I lol

[@joegreenwood1048]

Coming here to claim my identity as the guy in the white T-shirt who screamed ‘but I would hit him in a heartbeat now’🤣

[@emelyglowicki9159]

That's the best part of the song 😭

[@kevinengelbrecht9332]

Well done

[@jeffdoyle]

That's the line that hits the most

[@guybeasley6615]

Great stuff mateb😄

[@craig9711]

Hero

[@ericblair9103]

That shot from behind looking out over a crowd of 30, 000 singing the song back to him. Epic. From one Geordie to another, Sam, well done kidda...

[@VentusMedia]

As a geordie who grew up in the toon in the 80's/90's this song and album speak to me. Truly cathartic.

[@emmaw8763]

Same

[@Delta-tg9ge]

The way the crowd is 100% in and Sam notices. Just beautiful. The connection when they are performing is so good. Bravo Sam.

[@davet7859]

"I was far too scared to hit him, but I would hit him in a heartbeat now" just resonates so much to teenage angst and fear. I'm late 30s and this song has just caught me in the head. Terrific songwriter.

[@ryanwhitworth4320]

The best upcoming act to come out of the UK for a long time

[@petrovonoccymro9063]

Witness the birth here of a supernova superstar. Wales loves Sam.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿😊😊😊👍

[@fraser1642]

Been going to gigs all my life and I've honestly never seen someone enjoy themselves on stage as much as Sam did - completely set the tone for everyone in that room. amazing vibes. amazing performance. 'WE DID IT BOYS!!!'

[@gordy606]

During my 64 years I've heard some great music from Queen to Elton John and AC/DC and many more superstars through the years . This video persuaded me to download both albums. It has the potential to be a classic of all time. The crowd interaction is immense. I am originally from Tyneside so to see this man performing with such enjoyment is inspirational. Brilliant. Well done.

[@alanmorley5321]

im an aussie got the VYnal record as i beleive this is the most relevant record since U2 unforgetable fire

[@andyblatch]

i'm sixty one going under !!

[@ritch8088]

Have a watch of the Glastonbury Performance of this song this year. Absolutely insane. Unfortunately BBC have taken down the rest of the set.

[@alexvega1971]

I can say that we were very lucky to hear him live when he and his band were the opening act for Bruce Springsteen in Rome 21.May 2023. If I close my eyes while listening to this song I "fly" to this wonderful event that will remain in my memory forever ...

[@splendorintherain]

A pure connection between artist and listener is such a beautiful thing

[@bogi561]

very, very good...greetings from germany from an old man who loves good music.

[@davidyoung2770]

59 year old punk clash fan but this music' so new and class compered to the crap that's in the charts now awesome sound and real honest bloke with a group around him that are sound breath of fresh air deserve every thing that comes there way hope I can see them one day at ST JAMES PARK cos he deserves it

[@billyhodgson1228]

Ain’t it funny how music can turn your day upside down..... Sam you make me proud to be British mate.

[@chrislerch]

1:06 the moment Sam realizes that he and the band are on another level.

[@timcasey5835]

British Northern working class sensibility and musical legacy ( Sam Vendor) meets Bruce Springsteen meets The War on Drugs - and for a newly established artist that’s quite the accolade - he makes me proud to be British. Listen carefully to the lyrics of Born in the USA (which is the exact opposite to a flag waving tribute to the US ) or Dancing in the dark or Born to Run and they all talk of the desperation and despair that growing up in depressed and poor post industrial areas can cause. With high unemployment and very little opportunities for young people to find a career and build a life of their own it’s very easy to feel defeated before you have even started. I remember how hard it was being 17 and how the world didn’t take me seriously and how lost I was. Now looking back on it I see that I should of understood and appreciated how young I was and how much I had to look forward to but I just couldn’t. Before I even heard the song the title ‘17 going under’ immediately resonated with me and then the rest is why I’m here writing this and why you’re reading it. Sam Vendor flies the flag for his generation and shows how much they have to offer. The older generation are quick to dismiss them as lost behind their phones and in social media with nothing to offer and no substance but he proves how wrong they are - although I’m part of the older generation I never gave up on the younger ones of today - keep on keeping on. I hope one day when you’re 50 (like me) a modern day Sam Vendor will move you as much as he has moved me to express myself in words.

[@stevewright8204]

Love it & I’m 67, rock on you young dudes 👍🇧🇸

[@juanluisbc]

The power of lyrics and rock and roll manifesting itself in the crowd! The world needs more of this!

[@peter22564]

Bang on point mate 💯 percent correct

[@Abby_walks]

Love this song ❤❤❤ but I wouldn't call it rock n roll, wrong category of music

[@MrSnoozySquid]

This was the best gig of my life

[@freedomcunningham2821]

It makes me so happy to see young people enjoying themselves after the shitty couple of years they’ve had…..should be the best years of their lives and they’ve had to put them on hold.

[@aupaaupa2377]

I love the sheer joy on his face at seeing all those people enjoying and singing his song!

[@davidarobertsfilm]

I love the passion from the crowd on the line 'I would hit him in a heartbeat now' - probably remembering bully's that would see different people if they tried the same thing now. Love how Sam tells stories we all relate to

[@APH1991]

Bullies who'd put all kinds of raggy dolls in the reject bin.

[@hanjnk]

My mum got cancer when I was seventeen. I really feel that from that day my life has gone under the belt, to the point where adulthood has crushed me already.

[@andrewknox7775]

It’s like sir Bobby sent down a special angel to look after us all. Love you Sam. North Shields number 1

[@dermiemad]

A song for the ages!!. I’m in my 40’s and this song rings through… heart heart heart!!!

[@geoffjoab2000]

I'm 69 .love music ,and this band and Sam's lyrics are awesome.

[@nikichava2931]

absolute chills at the end when sam said "we did it"

[@kwoylee5617]

As someone who grew up in the '80s and '90s, Sam Fender (and his young audience) are inspiring. I hope this heralds the return of real, raw music and gigs.

[@NigelHall-sy7nr]

True sign of a class act, they sound even better live. Outstanding young man

[@Mikeykneeled]

the ending is absolutely incredible. few artists these days can create that kind of energy. you're changing the world sammy boy.

[@frankthornton589]

As a 65 Year old this man is extremely brilliant and his music will be heard all over the world

[@acester3602]

Me and my brother were both in agreement that this was the best gig we’ve been to. Unreal lad, keep going all the way to the top!

[@robje1960]

Been hearing this song on the radio for a couple of months, didnt know who it was but it HIT me the first time. 60 years old, punk rocker in my teens, getting shit tossed at us, getting the remarks from peeps, getting beaten up cause we were different and stood out of the rest. dont take no shit from anybody and be who you want to be and look like you want to look like. Sam Fender you are fucking brilliant

[@brendanjordan6780]

I'm 46 and I had the pleasure and privilege to live through the 90s where we had so many great guitar based bands and I felt sorry for the yoof of today having no REAL music to listen to. But along comes this young man and I feel sorry no more. This guy has so much talent and his Songwriting skills are excellent. Sam Fender the Saviour of Rock.Get the lad a statue already.

[@stevencripps]

Well said completely agree

[@micawbersmu]

I'm 66 so I lived it twice in the 70s and 90s. Totally agree.

[@hayleygonzalez5092]

Goose bumps every time and I'm 38.....those kids are loving life xxxx

[@christianzafiroglu6705]

I can’t imagine the rush of playing in front of a crowd like this. A great song, a great performer, a great audience.

[@Irene-cn2fi]

I discovered Sam this weekend, to say my life changed is an understatement. He is going to be the artist of our generation.

[@chris-cole]

Feel so emotional listening to this. It feels like the soundtrack most Geordies who grew up in the 80s can relate to, a mix of Billy Elliott, hardship and Euphoria because this beautiful lad has risen from the ashes.

[@ryan_454]

Always gotta check a few live performances to see "ok, how good is this person really?". Amazing.

[@johnkerr1957]

I'm 62yo & have watched this 100+ times. It really is amazing. Best song I've heard in years.

[@bornidleband9098]

You don’t just listen to these songs, you feel them in your bones 🖤🤍

[@mcgoobagefm6019]

This!

[@steveb2948]

I'm 62, and I'm crying, brilliant

[@RecDJ]

We Love Sam Fender !! from Korea~

[@robgraham9947]

This guy is the savior of music.

[@MerGirl62]

The song brings me back to to being 17, 24, 28, even 5 years ago (I'm 39). Powerful song, vibe, and the connection Sam has with his audience. ♥️

[@thomasfeehan555]

Single of the fucking decade Sam u absolute legend

[@ScheifferBates]

smashing it! built different!

[@Mike-my8fb]

Shut up

[@dalyb7555]

Smashing it indeed bro👊

[@1530peterfoster]

What a gem. Didn't know him until he opened for The Stones last month but my 11 year old did - from FIFA - everything about Sam and his band is brilliant. So glad my kids' generation have music like this to grow up with.

[@kristinbuchholz4054]

Sam's music floods me with the feelings of childhood, growing up poor in the US, listening to Springsteen. This art hits you right where it hurts, makes you feel again and remember we are all experiencing this mystery of life together. Thank you for your work & keep going, just like the Boss.

[@kwynn180]

was looking for a comparison like this 😅 not just me who thinks sam has a young springsteen about him then...

[@fanuelpatrick9648]

We have to applaud the trumpet guy. Trumpet lips he got there.

[@ianallardyce4222]

I'm 43 and I litterally cried watching this. For various reasons hard to explain. YOUNG PEOPLE ROCK. Don't let them keep you down.

[@Mann-gb9vh]

I was there that night. This makes me so so proud to be from Newcastle. What a local hero you are Sam ❤️

[@billyp1359]

everytime this song comes on when I'm out or on the radio it's like a serotonin high instant feeling of happiness I fucking love it !

[@mickyd61]

Restores my faith in music ❤❤❤

[@marcoshomsi2153]

I am brazilian and this song takes me back to my teenage years as well, haha, I am so happy to know that I share difficult times with so many people all out there, cool!!!! Lucky of you britons who were there at this bloody amazing gig!!!

[@jeffm9603]

Dude can write a song, next level poet. Music is my life and when something gives me goosebumps and my eyes swell filled with tears wtf man else can you ask for in a song, unbelievable

[@jep1912]

Proper. A return to the good old days when songs/performers meant something.

[@PixelNorse]

Can't imagine what it must feel like when the songs ends and the audience continue the harmony, as an artists that must be what it feels like to have made it.

[@daviddedios8898]

Tengo 43 años....soy de una pequeña ciudad al oeste de Argentina y durante estos 3 últimos años la musica de Sam Fender musicalizo muchisimas horas de mi vida. Este tema se convirtio en uno de mis favoritos. Ojala pueda presenciar en vivo algun concierto pronto. Saludos!!!.

[@anthonydevitt3206]

Maldives 🤣🤣🤣

[@nicolekawano]

wow the fans singing along 😍 aleluia, arrepiei

[@ethanmccarty3293]

my voice is still gone from that night!! One of best concerts in a long long time

[@johnkerr1957]

Still obsessed with this clip. Have watched it 100+. It is just fascinating watching the action both on & off the stage. Thank you Sam.

[@Atom1990-m2j]

The way the crowd reacts to the line 'but I would hit him in a heartbeat now', says a lot about the British.

[@stee74sb]

That performance and atmosphere got me all emotional. Sam and the rest of the band must be having the times of there lives.

[@Elitea20]

I was there in this moment, I didn’t know who this man was until I went to this concert, Loved every second of it. First concert in my life and I listen to his songs daily.

[@rabbbie99]

What a tonic it is to see the sheer joy on the audience's faces throughout this.

[@neildavies3133]

Does the professional look of this mean that there’s a live album/DVD of this show on the way? That would be fantastic!

[@rachelreesbray1132]

Absolutely love Sam Fender. This song is definitely his Born to Run.

[@fabiaashworth8002]

The joy on Sam and all the bands face is amazing!! 🙌🏽

[@williamgrist3493]

This song will live for ever

[@aimeejasmiine]

generally one of the most magical nights of my life