Kate Bush - This Woman's Work - Official Music Video | Reaction

[@Gunnercoops]

Australian !! She’s 100% English and we love her so much, pure beauty & talent 🙏

[@iangudgin6536]

Just so you know, Kate wrote, composed, arranged, produced and played piano and keyboards on this. She also wrote and directed the video. She is a total genius.

[@warrenbridges1891]

@iangudgin6536 Plus sang her own backing vocals.

[@Az-yp8fs]

My wife nearly died giving birth to our first child, so this song kicks me in the throat with the emotion of it. Kate Bush is a genius.

[@roterrettich3680]

feel comfort from a far

[@kimcalderon55]

i’m glad your wife is ok i have 4 kids its a scary thing to see for the father i remember the look of worry on my husband face with each delivery that i have had ive never forgotten

[@stephenhopkins6738]

I hope you get to listen to more Kate Bush. She's a true musical genius with a phenomenal back catalogue.

[@nickgrazier3373]

Who the hell is Maxwell? Just heard his version of “woman’s work” the emotion and power of Kate bushes work is just there, no forced pushing what you think is what it is, you can only copy or emulate her work not transcend it. Kate Bush is English, she started to write songs and sing her music after her 16th birthday, Dave Gilmore from Pink Floyd found her and her massive talent and the group took her around with them and pushed her forward. She not only writes music and sings it, she dances to it using her own choreography, with stand alone music and songs non of this manufactured girl band stuff. I think I’m right in saying because of this she designed the first close to face microphone so can dance without holding a Mike in the hand. Her song book is quite big but she’s proved to be quite private almost reclusive, her videos are quite spectacular with her interpretation of the story behind the music. In her own way she carried on the British knack of producing original, iconic music! Everything music seems to revolve around 67 to 89 ish, there doesn’t seem to be the spark that there used to be anywhere. Look around the song books of psychedelic, hard rock whatever genre whatever country, the originality seemed to slow down and petter out after 89. Cheers Aah Kid

[@helgar791]

I heard the Maxwell version first and loved it. But when I heard the Kate Bush version I instantly knew hers was the better and more heartbreaking version.

[@warrenbridges1891]

Hel Gar She's hard to cover, but even Kate would have trouble reproducing some of her intricate experimental, prog rock productions. She was not only a genius at the microphone, but a great musician and a visionary in the control room. Practically invented her own genre.

[@warrenbridges1891]

@jon dough You're right. It's mainly Maxwell's fans who rejoice in putting her down. Obviously, he sees something that they don't.

[@lynby6231]

Original and best, all he does is mimicry. But you can’t mimic her incredible writing talent.

[@patp9255]

​​​@@TheWrensHouse He never pretended it was his song when he first covered it on MTV Unplugged Live he introduced the song as being hers. When he has performed it on tour he has played her version and video and spoke of her before he goes into his cover. People just don't listen or pay attention, but it is no fault of his. His intentions was just picking it as a song to perform on the MTV show, because they asked him to do some cover songs along with his own songs and because he liked the song and her music. The other cover in the show was of a Nine Inch Nails song. His record company pushed this song to be put out as a single and a video after his cover became popular.

[@helgar791]

@@BP-kx2ig What an idiotic statement. Whether a person wrote the song or not, everyone does a version of a song, simply because they're all different. Unless you've never read the phrase it's generally called the original version...and learn to use "quotation marks" and not apostrophes (') for quotes.

[@indra3748]

Kate Bush is english singer/songwriter, producer, musician and dancer. One of the most influential musicians and Björk, Tori Amos, even BigBoi took inspirations from her. Literally the queen of art pop music.

[@kellidanielle3688]

Kate Bush was Tupac's favorite female singer. They were gonna collab, until he passed. "Running up that hill/ a Deal with God by Kate Bush is just 'knock your socks off beautiful' KB just reaches in your chest and brings out those emotions. Powerful voice.

[@SirHilaryManfat]

Prince was also a big fan, giving her a song for one of her albums, and collaborating with Bush on his Emancipation album.

[@koobea4859]

There is thunder in our hearts! You and me you won’t be unhappy. Cmon angel cmin darlin let me steal this moment for you now!

[@ap8eioul1]

@@SirHilaryManfat true.Kate sent prince a demotape from her why should I love you and he added his music to it as far as I know.

[@quintfl]

She's Big Boi's favorite female singer too. They collaborated and made a song last year.

[@warrenbridges1891]

@@SirHilaryManfat Kate gave him the song "Why Should i Love you" to add guitar and backing vocals. He changed the whole tone of the song. Kate had to delete parts to transform it back into a Kate Bush song.

[@MrHolmgren194]

Kate is unreal, stunningly beautiful song.

[@shaunm3206]

She’s a genius. The Hounds of Love album is a masterpiece

[@pennymcneela7095]

❤

[@razrv3lc]

This song is from The Sensual World though, just for anyone wondering. It came right after The Hounds of Love and was just as good an album as Hounds of Love in my opinion. Those two were her biggest commercial successes.

[@blackbird8516]

Its like doing a Paul MacCartney cover...hear the original...and there is no real comparison....Kate Bush is one of a kind musical genius....timeless...haunting...unique.....magic...

[@thomaspearson1919]

Kate Bush to all of her fans, is the English Rose of great talent.

[@mvellis3863]

It is a shame that Kate is not well known in America. But in the U.K, throughout Europe, Australia, and Japan, Kate is an icon. She is a true original, there's just no one like her - a musical genius. By the time Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour discovered her at the age of 15, she had already written over 250 songs. A brilliant and innovative composer, lyricist, singer (with a 4-octave voice), pianist, dancer, mime, choreographer, record producer, video producer & director - she even helped develop the first cordless headset microphone that she used on tour in 1979. Hugely influential and HIGHLY respected by musicians worldwide, Kate was one of the first female musicians to take total production and artistic control over her work. She’s been a real pioneer for women in the music industry for the last 40 years. First woman to have a #1 self-written song in the UK charts. First woman to have an album debut at #1. First woman to have a Top 10 album in each of the last four decades. She has had 25 Top 40 singles, 10 albums on the Top 10 Albums Charts, nominated 13 times for British Phonographic Industry awards and 3 Grammy awards, an Ivor Novella Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music, and appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2013 for her honored services to music. In September of 2020 Kate was honored as a fellow of the prestigious Ivors Academy for songwriters and composers. In 2014 she returned to the stage and sold out over 100,000 tickets in less than 15 minutes (a record for the Hammersmith Apollo). Her 22 performances were highly acclaimed (named as "the #1 live music event of the year" by many music publications) and she became the first woman to have 8 albums in the top 40 charts at the same time (third behind only Elvis and The Beatles).

[@jwaldhelm]

I’m an American that was lucky enough to discover her in the ‘80s when “The Whole Story” was released. I was instantly fascinated and started filling in her catalog, it is a shame she never got very big here. I might have never even heard of her but read s review of “The Whole Story which piqued my interest - so glad I ran across that review, she is one of my favorite artists.

[@pushpak]

Kate's a musical genius!

[@danieldickson2041]

Stop comparing it to Maxwell’s version. This is the original and as good as Maxwell is, Maxwell can’t compete with Kate Bush. You can not improve upon the original. It’s perfect.

[@teagusmeagus7168]

That’s all these kids know, they can’t help it.

[@glastonbury4304]

from England and met her ...she's a complete genius

[@redoz9768]

Kate Bush is English, you once reacted to her much earlier song 'Wuthering Heights' and you weren't that impressed. However she has the vocal range of a flute and does have some incredible songs.

[@glastonbury4304]

you mean he didn't like Wuthering Heights ...wow, I guess people can be odd in not spotting a complete genius and she's English...why do Americans think any non American woman who speaks English is Australian 🤷 😂

[@redoz9768]

@@glastonbury4304 yes, he said that she was unimpressive, lol.

[@glastonbury4304]

@@redoz9768 wow....well Wesak Day is the 16th May, hopefully he will see the light!!...🤔🤣

[@NoExitLoveNow]

@@redoz9768 I love Kate, but I'm not a fan of that song either. Her singing on her remake of Wuthering Heights is better, but still not my favorite.

[@lesterine77]

I love this song. She's amazing. She's very close to the top of my favorite female singers (I think tori amos is a tiny bit higher on my list but I've listened to tori since 95) However, I must admit, England (the uk? I'm never quite sure about that British you know what I mean) produces tons of amazing artists. A lot of the greatest bands in many genres.

[@stevelayton1271]

The backing vocs at the end when she is screaming always gives me goosebumps.

[@brendabecenti7387]

Yes, Kate Bush is a genius!! I first "This Woman's Work in the movie "She's Having a Baby" with Kevin Bacon and Elizabeth McGovern (1988) and just recently in the movie "A Man Name Otto" with Tom Hanks. In both movie, the scenes are very touching and emotional. I cry each time I hear it. It reminds me of all the strong women, whom passed.

[@madyak6669]

The irony is no one in the UK has heard of Maxwell,we only know Kate's version.

[@teagusmeagus7168]

Actually, I grew up in the US and I only know Kate Bush’s version.

[@redangel169]

Kate Bush's voice is timeless

[@kirstenbell688]

The choir is Kate’s voice. Her music is an enduring part of my life’s story. A glorious 40 years of wonderful music. Songs like Moments of Pleasure, The Morning Fog and Man with a Child in his Eyes are entwined with my heart.

[@harbster2]

Kate Bush is from England. She is a singer songwriter. She is HUGE. She has sold billions of records. Maxwell is tiny in comparison. Kate Bush was HUGE before this song was even released. This was later in her career.

[@adamdodgshon638]

There seems a fairly consistent line drawn about the “better” version. Anyone who heard Kate first picks her version. Anyone who hears Maxwell first picks his. Obviously without Kate, there would be no Maxwell, as far as this song is concerned. For me she conveys all the emotion needed because she wrote it so she knows precisely what it was about. Maxwell does an amazing job, but I’ll always prefer Kate’s version. Plus, it shows how versatile she has been as an artist over the years. This album (Sensual World) alone has some big variety in songs and sounds. She’s a unique artist and one I’m so happy to have been able to listen to the last 40 (plus) years.

[@littleflick]

I knew the original version first, and I love Kate’s the best. It was so nice hearing a male cover it and sing it so well, as it’s obviously written to be from the man’s perspective.

[@ladyteeeee670]

I've obviously heard Kate's version first but I honestly love both versions.

[@ijustneedmyself]

I heard Maxwell's first and prefer his (sue me) only slightly. Kate's voice is a tad shrill in parts to me so his edges hers out. Having said that, it's clear people just have different taste in music and that's okay. Thanks for not being rude about it as some rabid fans can be. Lol.

[@marlew6629]

no contest, kate bush wrote it, it's instinctive and felt with emotion, and yes, maxwell was in awe of kate bush.

[@macdeluxe733]

Please tell me about Maxwell's 4 decade career as a musical innovator and icon. Nope? He covered an absolute belter 30 years later and done nothing of any note before or since. Kinda settles it tbh.

[@peterbutler8495]

She was the 1st woman to get to #1 with a self written song

[@warrenbridges1891]

Peter Butler 1st British woman at the very least. Not sure about anywhere else.

[@Rosannasfriend]

With Maxwells version I was more focused on how sexy he sounded, and how good he was singing. Kate makes me focus on the emotions. While sounding incredible.

[@2ndTim3_1-6]

Kudos to you for looking into this deeper and giving credit to Kate, she wrote , directed and sung this song and it was a massive hit in its own right. I am glad to see a new generation discover this talented lady

[@Peter-gr2kl]

Great song. She’s truly an amazing Artist.

[@ladyteeeee670]

I've been having a really crappy few days and this video just makes me so happy. Do yourself a massive favour and listen to the whole album, then go and listen to Hounds of Love. I love Kate so much.

[@ijustneedmyself]

A listen of the entire album would be amazing!

[@slavaukraini404]

If a young person said they wanted to be a songwriter I would have two pieces of advice. First, listen to everything by the Beatles. Second, listen to everything by Kate Bush. That is the masterclass. Kate is the artist the artists go to see, although her live performances are one of the rarest events in music, but astonishingly brilliant when they occur.

[@judithwilson3561]

Hounds of Love, Breathing, Man with a child in his eyes, Wow, Hammer Horror, Running up that Hill......shes amazing, always was, always will be.

[@lavenderbee3611]

Kate Bush is an astonishing artist, a true original, a genius.

[@JayKay0245]

The musical genius that is Kate Bush. She has written so much groundbreaking music beyond her time!

[@atmokamya7921]

So strange that so many people think this song is from Maxwell . I like the Maxwell version as well … but no one can sing it like her …

[@lgh2052]

I loved my Mum, but we always had a difficult relationship. So much undone, unsaid between us. After she died I listened to this all the time, all the pain, loss & regret was there.

[@Fee_V]

💕

[@flatandsplat]

FINALLY! I know you didn't love her on your introduction to her but she is brilliant and I'm glad you tried her again.

[@narelle5]

Kates version is hauntingly beautiful. It’s in a movie with Kevin Bacon and Elizabeth McGovern (She’s having a baby), as well as a very chilling scene in The Handmaids Tale. Makes me teary every time I hear it. Thankyou for listening to it.

[@marcye3649]

I’m so old I was like, who’s Maxwell? I’m so glad you liked it!

[@karinaw977]

Kate Bush is from England and was very big in the 80’s. Such a unique voice and person.

[@MG-nm9gt]

Imo she is the greatest British female singer. Absolutely amazing. Loved her music from Wuthering heights to today. A genuine talent that will never be replaced.

[@suzannesantos86]

I was in grade 7 when she released Wuthering Heights. I’ve been a lifelong fan. I think she’s a musical genius and has an uncanny ability to break my heart with her voice. Not many artists bring me to tears. She’s in my all time top five. I never get sick of her songs. Utterly timeless.

[@roumiaou]

Forget Maxwell. Dig for the true treasure.

[@andyspet]

I was lucky to see Kate Bush live, opening night hammersmith 2014, I'm 57 now old bastard, I've seen many bands from ac//dc to pink floyd and everything in between, Kate Bush is the best 👌 original and fantastic, fucking amazing 👏 😀

[@tadblackington1676]

Kate Bush will give you chill. Frequently.

[@s.w.8074]

She has SO many great songs. Hope you enjoy them as well!

[@kclorenz8037]

Maxwell is a fan of Kate and always credit her whenever someone mentions the song to him. I love both versions of the song such a beautiful written song

[@charki40]

I do as well. Maxwell brought Kate's music to a newer and broader audience. Thats respect that he didnt stray far from the original material as well. Im a long time Kate Bush fan but I do love his version as well.

[@kdmcollegebd2012]

​@@TheWrensHousejust bc the radio didn't say it doesn't mean he didn't. He said it the first time he ever sang the song on MTV Unplugged!

[@Wilss]

Kate Bush's version makes me tear up every time.

[@hfortenberry]

Now that you know it's about her dying, go back and watch the video again and you can see that she's essentially a ghost trying to get him to look at her from beyond the veil while he's remembering her death. She's trying to comfort him. This song makes me cry every time.

[@NickTamotor]

Its about a woman getting pregnant and how it's going to change her life...the man does the easy bit

[@tedsilverman5485]

It's actually about a pregnancy in danger due to health complications and it's done from the husband's point of view. Kate wrote it for the movie She's Having A Baby.

[@hfortenberry]

@@tedsilverman5485 oh okay, thank you!

[@charlieboy6315]

No offense to Maxwell, but Kate Bush is a genius in a totally different league

[@debbieslove]

Oh, KATE!!! So gifted, and so brave in her subjects... How can you NOT love her?? You HAVE TO check out her duet with Peter Gabriel - DON'T GIVE UP. Absolutely amazing. 💗 🙌

[@glastonbury4304]

Kate Bush is a genius 👍💕

[@c8rich416]

Great job reviewing Kate’s song! Loved the raw emotion you brought to it. Peace to you too.

[@SilentAssassin01234]

Kate Bush is a legend in music. One of the true OG female songwriters and producers.

[@Robin.2226]

No one comes close to kate❤

[@helen9806]

You are going to love checking out Kate Bush - phenomenal artist, beautiful singer.

[@stevesmyth5673]

It's OK to cry. The first time I heard this song, I lost it. In the early 90's

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

Kate Bush is well known for her creativity since she was young.

[@juliewillard6932]

The song was appropriately used in the movie She’s Having a Baby, when the wife (Elizabeth McGoven) goes into labour and things go wrong, husband (Kevin Bacon) is whisked out of the room as she is prepped for emergency c section, and he reflects on on all the “should have, could have moments” as he anxiously awaits the outcome. Worried that his wife and child could die.

[@johnmcintosh5413]

Spot on Kate brings a different kinda pain that’s why at home in the UK 🇬🇧 we all fell l in love with her because she touched every emotions that are humanly possible and stirs the soul like no others 🌍✌🏼

[@Philly72]

I'm an English man who was young when this came out! Forget Maxwell Kate Bush was a Musical Genius and when any of her songs were released everyone thought! 'OMG Who is this'!! She is a Legend simple as!!!

[@jeee6835]

Kate just does her own thing. All original. Lyrics. Music. Produces. Shes a real talent.

[@darrencoyle2589]

Maxwell added to the legacy of the song. The fastest one she’s ever written. I saw an interview where he was talking about how wonderful she is.

[@WarrenBridges-um5cg]

@darrencoyle2589 Not many women score a recording contract with a song they wrote at 13.

[@roberthradek7100]

I had this album on repeat in 88, so that when Maxwell's version came on the radio I impressed the Afram ladies in the office because a skinny white guy could go beat for beat with a Maxwell song.

[@TheoZoffrok]

I gather I'm in a minority here, but I have some reservations about Maxwell's version. First up, I love that he covered it, and that he spoke so effusively about her when introducing the song live. He does sing it very well; that said, I couldn't help feeling that he's sort of showing off his falsetto - particularly on the "I know you have a little life in you yet" part, which Kate actually sings an octave down. Maxwell stays in his falsetto throughout, which IMO flattens the song out a bit, and detracts from the impact of those lines.

[@paulbryden4006]

Kate is from south east London/kent. Wrote her 1st hit song withering Heights. At 14 was hit for her couple years later. Kate is truly unique amazingly talented.

[@warrenbridges1891]

paul bryden She scored her recording contract at 16 with "Man With The Child In His Eyes" Written at 13 and produced by Dave Gilmour. WH was written when she was about 17/18 just before the album was released at the age of 19.

[@andersgranstrom7128]

More Kate, please! 🙂

[@johnworf]

She is from Kent - South England.

[@Splitscreen83]

She's undoubtedly the most underrated artist ever. Just incredible artist ❤️

[@221b-Maker-Street]

Underrated?! By _whom_ exactly? 8 Ivor Novello nominations, 3 wins 13 Brit nominations 3 Billboard Awards 3 Grammy nominations and literally dozens more...

[@warrenbridges1891]

@@221b-Maker-Street This guy reacting wasn't too impressed in his first Kate Bush video for a start. He soon changed his tune though.

[@ganuv]

I’m sorry but this is by far more superior version!!

[@seekryt]

Aweman i wasn't expecting to cry🥺

[@TheMarkEH]

Kate Bush is a musical genius. Good reaction, thank you.

[@gazoontight]

I don't know what to think about Maxwell. Is he a poseur, or is imitation the sincerest form of flattery?

[@cazziefores2183]

Omfg Kate Bush is amazing she's one of my all time favourite artists. And this woman's work is my favourite song from her.. XXX 👌👌👌😘🇬🇧

[@kristenwaskie9189]

I will never not cry when I hear this song. Even w/the video shaded the emotions still translate and I"m wrecked.

[@olliegueret2963]

Who's Maxwell???

[@zhu05107]

Chills indeed my man. One of my faves of all time

[@kayelle8005]

My favourite Kate Bush song. She’s phenomenal. Genius. Cry every single time. Others will probably mention it’s featured in a film - the name of which I can’t remember.

[@Escapee5931]

She's Having A Baby - Kevin Bacon & Elizabeth McGovern

[@littleflick]

Glad you are feeling a bit better. Strep throat can be so painful! Glad it isn’t covid. You’ve been through a bit the last couple of weeks. Make sure you are taking time for yourself. 💕❤️💕

[@joannepinnow6929]

Excellent reaction! Thank you for appreciating Kate so much. She's my favourite artist.

[@petercrocker4874]

Because you loved Tina Arena, check out her live version of this that she performed in Australian concerts in 2021. Amazing as always.

[@flatandsplat]

I've been playing it to death. Beautiful version

[@garyjohnheather3462]

No, Maxwell did it the same as Kate - not the other way round. 9 years earlier and she also wrote it

[@terryneedham8053]

Everyone will have their favourite Kate Bush song. For a complete change of style, try the Christmas Special version of Violin from 1979. She can make you laugh as well as cry. Some girl!

[@caros4734]

Maxwell who? Nothing can match Kate Bush, such a talant.

[@KiwiGirlnCo]

Great song makes me get emotional everytime.

[@sonicart1808]

Kate is English and still lives here....she's such an original artist, I had strep throat some years ago and i know how much it sucks! Hope you feel better soon sir!

[@simonwaters2332]

Kate Bush is a true musical genius. Even as a teenager she knew how best to produce her music and hardly ever let anybody distract her from her vision. She didn't enjoy touring and took a 35 year break. Her comeback concerts were maybe the biggest music news of 2014. She was nearly 60 and the series of 20-plus shows sold out in minutes.

[@paulawells4809]

She has so much talent, her passion and enthusiasm is amazing, she's a unique artist x

[@theandersonfamily4245]

I just listened to Maxwell out of interest because I had never heard of him. It’s a great version that seems to mean a lot to many many people BUT I think Kates original is better but then I am British! So haunting.

[@Jude74]

She wrote the song so he has to pay royalties on it. That’s how you get the credit. More likely, she made more money on it than him.

[@WarrenBridges-um5cg]

@Jude74 The royalties Kate has recently collected for this and "Running Up That Hill" alone, is half of Maxwell's total net worth.

[@BOOMNERD51]

Feel better ASAP, rest up! Chills and aches from that fever, horrible?! ❤️ 🙏

[@macmachine]

My favourite Kate song is Oh England My Lionheart. Written as a WW2 bomber pilot falling to his death and romanticising his love of England. I note noone's done a reaction video to it. You should check it out.

[@warrenbridges1891]

James McNulty Not bomber pilot "drop from my black Spitfire to my funeral barge". The Supermarine Spitfire was a fighter.

[@mondeo33]

If you watch Maxwell's live version on KZbin he does give her recognition saying it was wrote and produced by her and he said "She is the Bomb.... Truly" That shows he has respect for her.

[@richardhoyau936]

J' ai entendu la première fois kate et j' ai compris des les premières notes. de sa musique et de sa voix qu' elle allait bouleversé mon ame et mon cœur j ai' 58 ans et ca n' a pas changer cette femme est inclassable

[@alvarovaldovinos6836]

Another song I love from her is named Under the Ivy

[@stefannils2032]

This is better maxwell not really for the UK market, only heard of him because you mentioned it

[@rogerunderhill4267]

He referred to Kate as ‘da bomb’. Definitely a fan.

[@rowdriguez8273]

Kate Bush is definitely in my top 5 females artists. I love pretty much all of her albums, a rare talent.

[@easternstar7205]

Kate's amazing. I think she's English, but wherever she's from, I'm am a huge fan of her work. I love her song Lily. And all the others lol

[@warrenbridges1891]

Eastern Star From England. English father, Irish mother. There's a song she did in the Irish language "Women of Ireland". I can't understand a word of it, but so beautiful.

[@zenithoclock1048]

She's British not Australian

[@Codex7777]

Kate's British, not Australian. Also, Kate's had an untold number of international hit songs and albums, over several decades, all written, arranged and produced by her. Tbh, I've never heard of Maxwell but Kate is one of the true greats and hugely influential.