I'm a train driver who has had to deal with more than my fair share of fatal incidents (was previously in BTP) and after my last one my brother who loves his music and is also a driver shared this with me. Ive never felt angry towards the people who take their lives on the railway. You have to be pretty desperate to go out that way. I have my own little reminders now and then, you pass that spot, same time of day, similar weather and it creeps back in. I usually give this a listen when i get home and think about the families who have to carry that pain around with them. The song captures all those "first" moments and the pain of memory so well. Helps me not feel so alone in it.
@mkrbrtsn1 Жыл бұрын
kind words my friend!
@gravey07 Жыл бұрын
Stay strong, Keep going 👍🏼
@Sasquatch103 ай бұрын
I can't imagine how it plays with your head, wishing you the best.
@oldglamour3 жыл бұрын
The song is about a boy called Paul who killed himself. I knew his mother well, a wonderful woman who would do anything for anyone. She passed away suddenly back in September and is now buried with Paul. Rest in peace, Sue. We miss you.
@katieprysiaznyj70433 жыл бұрын
He didn’t kill him self a train ran into him
@MonstaTrapz3 жыл бұрын
A
@peterlynch65653 жыл бұрын
God rest his young soul 🙏🙏🙏
@missscousemouth823 жыл бұрын
Oh wow sad, this song is the song I remember my stepdad to who killed himself in 1993, he was only 31 (I'm 39 now) only now I realise how young he was and it adds to the tragedy that he never saw another way out of what he must have been feeling. RIP Paul and Sue 🖤🙏🏼
@Olyyy3 жыл бұрын
@@katieprysiaznyj7043 because of him killing himself
@TheKevgray1 Жыл бұрын
My introduction to tbe Stereophonics, I am 62, and it makes me feel vital, hungry and angry again! Wonderful
@carolineinglasgow Жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful thing you did to immortalise him into your own legacy...❤
@brucevandam98478 ай бұрын
Whenever i hear this song it still takes me back to April 98, love you Jenny we had a blast ❤
@adonismontero10304 жыл бұрын
I believe this is one of the most underrated songs in the history...
@ram-gc5io2 жыл бұрын
Hell fucking yeah
@DaveTaste2 жыл бұрын
I believe the "underrated" comment is on pretty much every video and is pretty much a meme now.
@Owen-hg3cu Жыл бұрын
@@DaveTasteI've seen it on Beatles videos 🙈
@TheStepmonkey10 ай бұрын
@@Owen-hg3cu LOL
@stevengosling50733 ай бұрын
It's absolute quality
@lornallew3 ай бұрын
Reminds me of being a teenager growing up in the Welsh valleys. We can all relate to this song.
@ethanjones21569 жыл бұрын
R.I.P Stuart Cable. 5 years have passed. A true Welsh Legend!
@alunsmith57056 жыл бұрын
All Cymraeg are " legend ".
@caitlindavies64146 жыл бұрын
This is not about Stuart cable get your facts right mate
@Mr69Deano6 жыл бұрын
Caitlin Davies who said it was ?
@tishawilliams58546 жыл бұрын
ethan Jones
@tylerfoster60124 жыл бұрын
This song was written about paul one of the bands good friends
@L555HEP2 жыл бұрын
Loved this. When MTV was good they played this. Happier times
@kieranmurphy46732 күн бұрын
This song got me through the dull days of college, Stereophonics first album 'word gets around' was a masterpiece
@malcolmcogКүн бұрын
My son went to work in Llantrisant and I always loved this song connected to South Wales
@g-man6708 Жыл бұрын
The melancholy seam runs deep in us Welsh. This song is the epitome of it.
@CarterTristan11 жыл бұрын
Word Gets Around is one of the greatest social commentary albums ever - bought it in 1997 when it first came out and its just as fresh today, great songs, from the heart, summed up smaller town life to a tee.
@caianlewis136011 ай бұрын
Must be something about Welsh bands and social/political commentary bands. Phonics and MSP are both brilliant at painting pictures
@lewiswilliamsartist83948 жыл бұрын
I went to see stereophonics every time they played with my best friend , sadly he died in a road accident and I broke down in the car tonight as it's his birthday coming up and this came on the radio , the chorus always hits me going to his scene of the crash but the lyrics it's that time of year again , it was like he requested it , forever forever will always cherish this band
@jasondylansargent21957 жыл бұрын
LewisWilliamsArt sorry to hear that mate
@jonbielby5 жыл бұрын
Beautifully written..
@jackscholes94584 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss mate
@MrANDYGEEZER4 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss mate, chin up & put on some tracks from this truly GREAT band 👍
@denisefreitas67273 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss.
@nicolapowney92628 жыл бұрын
If anyone ever gets a chance to see these guys live, just go. They are incredible live. Love them.
@TheSeanm1027 жыл бұрын
i was lucky enough to see them live in a small club in boston great gig
@mkjones76037 жыл бұрын
I’m going in March 18. Can not wait 😊
@thesound-chameleonman35805 жыл бұрын
Saw them live in 2008 at V festival.
@danielmcdermott66294 жыл бұрын
Seen them at donington many years ago amazing glad I got to see stuart cable with them
@dianeharrison49754 жыл бұрын
Seen them twice bloody brilliant
@deathmetalthrashmetal57468 жыл бұрын
1:40-2:25, the greatest fucking part in the whole damn rockhistory
@FanOfTheSidemen3 ай бұрын
This is the best rock song ever for me
@Kieran84ire4 жыл бұрын
Remember this coming out, being on MTV. Bought the album soon after, was about 13 or 14. Brilliant album, every track was solid.
@ZZZ-js5oi Жыл бұрын
All the early stuff was based on real life events or observations the lads witnessed or went through. Back in the 90s the area in which they lived, in similar fashion to the rest of south wales had its share of tragedy, poverty and upset. Towns full of characters and wonderful stories / assumptions behind them. Its what made Word Gets Around such a classic album. Same sized feet, looks like Chaplin and Billy Davey's daughter all of huge relevance. One of the very best things to come our of South Wales Valleys (except for the World War winning coal export) was this band in particular.
@Renji17 жыл бұрын
Loved this song as a teenager....its only when I listened to it when I was older did I realise how sad it was. It captures perfectly what it feels like when a young life gets snuffed out in an accident. That person will be preserved forever they were at the time, even as the world just goes about its business as normal.
@mikehankey16127 жыл бұрын
This band gets better and better! I hear the new songs- brilliant- I hear the older songs - brilliant! Thanks Stereophonics for keeping true music alive! Keep the faith.
@VR6virgin Жыл бұрын
Sounds just as fresh as it did when I first heard it. My favourite phonics tune
@WoGGx11 жыл бұрын
So unbelievably underrated, but I guess that's what makes me appreciate them more!
@TheStepmonkey10 ай бұрын
Wow this song is a hidden gem💗
@kennymcareemusic5016Ай бұрын
Incredible song from an incredible debut album. Brings me right back to those days and times. Happy times. Jones, Jones, Cable. 👌👏🤘.
@garethbell224 жыл бұрын
25 years ago today I lost my 18 year old big bro, my 'local boy in a photograph ' ..... Miss u Edd x
@davidcecil1504 жыл бұрын
RIP my mate Francis Matthews, who appears kissing and shaving in this video. His life and times reflected the tragedy of this song. You're much missed Franky!
@chrisspick63654 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that bud..classic song.
@ourfrank11634 жыл бұрын
Great song, and the best they ever did by quite a long way.
@XoXo4753 жыл бұрын
Agreed this is by far their greatest ever song . Just stunning
@RabbidTheNabbit2 жыл бұрын
A thousand trees is pretty close for me
@acaperic9070 Жыл бұрын
Agree
@gabrielwillames Жыл бұрын
@@RabbidTheNabbit also Dakota imo
@franohmsford754811 ай бұрын
Yes it's a great song and I won't disagree that it's their best BUT A Thousand Trees and The Bartender and the Thief run it pretty close.
@VandoneAnimations10 жыл бұрын
I need more music like this, word gets around is such a great album.
@tariqxl8 жыл бұрын
It's impossible to rate stereophonics tunes in order, every time the next tune comes on your like; "No, this one."
@quixly.x2 жыл бұрын
yes
@padraigsisk40574 жыл бұрын
Standing the test of time. Pure genius.
@mrsnrub85008 жыл бұрын
This was gonna be my funeral song. 20something going nowhere and pretty miserable. It took time but I met and married a beautiful person, my soul mate. 2 children and an angel later, I look back and can't help thinking- glad I hung in there. I was a drugged up loser but now .... I'm doing..... ok. I'm doing ok. Hang in there people you'll be just fine.
@MrRoadhouse19748 жыл бұрын
Mr snruB probably one of the finest songs from the 90s
@philstrange27357 жыл бұрын
good things come to good people hang in there and ..... be nice , have this at your funeral when your a great grandad
@mrsnrub85007 жыл бұрын
Phil Strange Music can definitely save a soul. I may just do that, you never know :) Great tune Mr Roadhouse
@scottnewton42737 жыл бұрын
Mr snruB brilliant to read this.
@mrsnrub85007 жыл бұрын
scott Newton and everyone, thanks for the supportive comments. I always try to be positive and helpful to others in life too. Makes all the difference to some people :)
Such a great song, great band...Wales produces great bands, and these guys are no exception! Simply brill!
@kevo53532 жыл бұрын
Love this song it was so underrated when it came out shod have been a top 10 for sure
@BillyBigTop11 жыл бұрын
love your comment so true!! Britpop & Post Britpop produced some timeless classics, shame the young ones of today only listen to RnB and never make the charts anymore
@WavelengthWalesTRINITYUK3 жыл бұрын
I've been with you since 1997... mae gymraeg yn byth! Ps. I ran Tom's in ponty and was lucky enough to meet you all in the Angel Hotel. Fun times. Good memories. Peace & love to the Phonics.. past and present ✌❤🎶🌈
@ram-gc5io2 жыл бұрын
Real definition of underrated
@leightonhughes1635 Жыл бұрын
The best track by the best welsh band that's ever lived. I was at coldplay last night when kelly played dakota for Stuart. 10 years so quick. its still raw xx
@lufcledger8 жыл бұрын
Such a great and emotional song. I might not have known you mate, but rest in peace brother
@SUGARPOP7314 жыл бұрын
my favourite song from stereophonics,takes me back when I was a lot younger,summer of 1998.
@1706angie13 жыл бұрын
This song (as do all the songs off the Stereophonics first two albums) reminds me of when my boyfriend and i started going out, all those years ago. And even thou we've just broke after 11 and 1/2 years just hearing this song brings me back to those great days when we were so in love. Good times, good times :)
@tinosghost Жыл бұрын
And hows life now? Still alive? 🙏🏼😊👍🏼
@simonrichards67392 жыл бұрын
My first ever live gig was James in Manchester, we were in the bar, I heard this playing and went to run into the arena, my mate said “it’s not cool to watch the support”, I didn’t care, I ran up saw the Welsh flag (I’m half Welsh) and rocked to this. To this day those same lads are so jealous!
@johnpostons18862 жыл бұрын
I know that tour. It was my first live gig as well, except when we went it was the only date they were supported by Gene and not Stereophonics.
@HisDudeness3162 жыл бұрын
Always watch the support, man.
@246schoolgal24610 жыл бұрын
Such a sad but great song.
@MrNickoboyo10 жыл бұрын
And true too
@volcanik1413 жыл бұрын
I've been falling so deeppppppppp in love with this song
@Slevs3 жыл бұрын
One of the best tracks 🎧💣🔥🏴🎶💯💥💥💥💥
@gravey072 жыл бұрын
1:43 “blaah, blah blah, blaaaa ahaaa” so on, so on.
@nickchap Жыл бұрын
Now I understand the lyrics... I cry every time. Good/bad/heartbreak/er song. Sorry lad that u chose that pal. God bless Paul❤
@paulreed42994 жыл бұрын
puts the hairs up on the back of my neck, incredible band
@robertbarnettguitar11 жыл бұрын
This song hits you in the chest.
@SFMCrafto9 жыл бұрын
When i was little my dad used to play me this song if i couldnt get any sleep, its such a beautiful and nostalgic song for me, its such a good thing they made this song for the person its about who was ran over by a train and all the songs on the album are about people im the area of where it happened, such a thoughtful band with an amazing talent :,)
@graemepae28396 жыл бұрын
Fkinell.... was your Dad Frankenstein ? lol
@brendanmalkin2460 Жыл бұрын
I really like your dad played this song to you to get to sleep! It makes sense to me to do so, but I didn't think anyone else thought the same!
@mkeii11 жыл бұрын
beautifully melodic, melancholy, empowering, belting rock tune. it's what the phonics do best.
My first day out in Wales on holiday - thought I'd kick start it with this! "...I can taste the air..."
@vigeram60413 жыл бұрын
Great sounds different types of music great sounds
@williamcb783 жыл бұрын
Pure stereophonics! Love it & still a belter in 2021 !! Belfast concert ?? YES PLEASE !!
@HarleyFirestorm11 жыл бұрын
Easily the best rock band to come out of wales in recent times, one which can stand amongst the great Brit bands.
@travoltasbiplane15513 жыл бұрын
Manic Street Preachers?
@MrANDYGEEZER2 жыл бұрын
@@travoltasbiplane1551 both fantastic bands
@TotoroCuddlesx12 жыл бұрын
Pressed repeat so many times, amazing song. It's so moving, really makes me think x
@garryburrows89878 жыл бұрын
brilliant stereophonics
@mig72902 жыл бұрын
Heard this today. Heard it before in the past. Great song.
@SuperVavro Жыл бұрын
I saw an episode with Jamie where he played this song and I don't know how I never heard it. ❤
@PsychoNorth13 жыл бұрын
this song makes all the hairs on my arms stand up, lyrically and musically just amazing.
@davidsteel83242 жыл бұрын
Can’t believe this song is 25 years old. Saw them support Skunk Anansie at the Barras in March 97!
@lupo014412 жыл бұрын
Being Welsh...Every time I listen to this i just have Goose Bumps all over! The best by a long way! Love it!!!!
@dazzapf8475 жыл бұрын
Classic song my fav .... or one of them.... so many to choose from!
@evilrobottolhurst12 жыл бұрын
0:29 Clocks go back - it's that time of year again. Time to remember all our friends and family who passed away at this time of year.
@alex-qr6ci6 жыл бұрын
Wha
@gracietownsend844 жыл бұрын
My 1st ever gig(years ago) in Birmingham x Rip Stuart 💗
@jaseywasey5013 жыл бұрын
Whatever they do, they won't match this. From the lyrics to the power of Kelly's vocals!!!.
@BartoniGaming9 ай бұрын
Absolute belter of a track
@Lils_Jewellery2 жыл бұрын
No one really notices that these songs are poems in disguise, my English teacher taught me this poem in year 7 and I loved it! We wrote essays and analysed it in detail and the plot is actually really interesting! At 10 likes I can explain it :))
@randomretrotech24184 жыл бұрын
Who's listening in 2020❤️
@dianeharrison49754 жыл бұрын
Omg his voice is amazing x love you Kelly 💕😍
@maureendelannoy4125 Жыл бұрын
A kick in da face amazing song, reminds me of times I have never lived
@MrANDYGEEZER4 жыл бұрын
The best thing to come out of Wales since Burton, 20+ yrs now & if anything they're getting better, Kelly is up there with Weller imho 🍷👍😉
@bilbo5823Ай бұрын
And feeder !
@Eder58376 жыл бұрын
Super geniales los stereophonics Saludos desde Puebla, México!
@DrunkDwarf113 жыл бұрын
i know lots people have posted about this over the past year but i have to say it to show my respect for a legend R.I.P Stuart Cable- ex-drummer of stereophonics he may have died but his name will last forever
@jodavies11366 жыл бұрын
This song is so true of the region.Growing up in Mid Glamorgan, this was far too often seen as a way out.
@jonathanbrowning43174 жыл бұрын
Wa a tune remind me ov the days wen I was growing up yes steriophonics go on lads👊👊👍👍❤❤
@stephengould36922 жыл бұрын
Absolutely banging tune
@naztubes4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful song, adore it 💖
@THEStephenBroady13 жыл бұрын
This song is becoming one of my new favs ever since I started to learn it with my band
@emmamorgan62928 жыл бұрын
it's about a young aberdare lad who was 23 at the time of the suicide.. first album was all about the local area
@mightyboy36218 жыл бұрын
Emma Morgan correct Emma, all about local life
@caitlindavies64146 жыл бұрын
He was 18 they just wrote 23 so that it would rhyme
@darrendawson60279 жыл бұрын
brilliant song
@sandymackenzie19404 жыл бұрын
There's no mistake I smell that smell. ,It's that time of year again🏴
@RabbidTheNabbit Жыл бұрын
god i love this song
@frillysilly10 жыл бұрын
Amazing band,one of my fav tunes :)
@BettyBBomB3 жыл бұрын
I love you guys to pieces!!!
@dmr123ful13 жыл бұрын
love this song and heres 2 many more.......
@tomsjones199313 жыл бұрын
My best mate got killed by a train in December and this song has just constantly been on loop since. Phonics are one of the few bands remaining that people can actually connect with!
@joelmiddleton43387 жыл бұрын
I'm Welsh I'm proud of stereophonics how far they have gone with all there good songs
@thesound-chameleonman35805 жыл бұрын
Great great song from Kelly and the boys. R.I.P. Stuart Cable.
@liam232913 жыл бұрын
im 14 and if it werent for mym mum i wouldnt have known this song or band, love you mum and a brilliant song :)
@thediplomaticmissile10 жыл бұрын
Such a great song
@chalkstorm9911 жыл бұрын
I agree mate - one of my fave albums ever!
@oasiscorpion14 жыл бұрын
Fan number one of this guys...!!
@thesej149613 жыл бұрын
Brilliant song!
@31EsoxLucius13 жыл бұрын
Just FANTASTIC!
@coeur53333 жыл бұрын
my favorite for decade
@roberthope39664 жыл бұрын
Best stereophonics song love it
@ferdychannel8284 жыл бұрын
There's no mistake I smell that smell It's that time of year again I can taste the air Clocks go back railway track Something blocks the line again And the train runs late for the first time A pebble beach, we're underneath a pier, just been painted red Where I hear the news for the first time And all the friends lay down the flowers Sit on the banks and drink for hours Talk of the way they saw him last Local boy in the photograph He'll always be twenty three Yet the train runs on and on Past the place they found his clothing There's no mistake I smell that smell It's that time of year again I can taste the air The clocks go back railway track Something blocks the line again And the train runs late for the first time And all the friends lay down the flowers Sit on the banks and drink for hours Talk of the way they saw him last Local boy in the photograph Today, is gone away
@heatherfaulkner792 жыл бұрын
😢
@Lils_Jewellery2 жыл бұрын
“Something blocks the line again” imagine how sad it must be to be that time of year and remembering when your friends body blocks the lines but it might be a pile of leaves and sticks since it’s autumn…
@brithebiker12313 жыл бұрын
best welsh band ever! Also one of the best bands ever.