Nick Cave - Into My Arms

"Songwriters Circle" 1999-07-09

[@howardadamsky2417]

I lost my wife of 35 years last year from cancer. This song makes me think of her. I watch it and I cry.

[@anthonyalber9306]

Howard Adamsky I’m truly sorry for your loss

[@donnalouise2887]

Such a beautiful song 2 share together Howard Adamsky xx

[@pearlrevale3602]

Sorry to hear, Howard. Hope you're managing ok. I lost a friend to suicide last week. It's certainly been a reflective time.

[@ThomatoForce]

I'm so sorry, big hugs to you ❤️

[@reallivebluescat]

Yeah watch After Life on Netflix

[@Books-and-coffee0]

I firmly believe that the best thing that happened in my life in the past 3 years is that I got to listen to Nick Cave's music for the first time.

[@kingjohn455]

I agree! My ex introduced me to him about ten years ago and we split three years ago. I’d say it’s a win win in the long run.

[@richarddiaz1241]

I was doing security for his show when I was fully exposed to his brilliance. I have done security for 10 years for a plethora of all ranging artists. Prior to that and I have never been altered or effected by an artist or their work.

[@feketebeatrix1978]

I feel the same

[@Hazel3336]

This has got to be one of the most beautiful songs ever performed.

[@LarryBoozer]

A love song from a non-believer to a believer. Beautiful.

[@nicholaschip5820]

The best comment I have ever seen on KZbin!

[@tonerdebresse]

What could be more beautyful than this? He almost become belilever, for a kind of faith.

[@tonerdebresse]

The best way to love?

[@zellah]

He believes in love

[@armentumhominum9931]

I'm an atheist, but I think that Nick believes in God. His whole career is a struggle with faith. His live shows, if you've been to one, feel very religious.

[@gallolocoparisien]

A beautiful song written by an atheist about angels... Love is stronger than differences.

[@hamrickwalters5152]

I'm actually pretty sure he believes in God. I think he just stepped outside himself for this track. I might be wrong though :)

[@gallolocoparisien]

please people do your research before talking

[@davidbewlay2471]

Well, 'research' (a quick look at Wikipedia) suggests he believes in the possibility of God, at least; and maybe in a God but one that is not a 'personal' God (or, as per the song, an 'interventionist' God). His statements on the subject are nuanced. Possibly his views have simply evolved or changed over time. Possibly he himself is not always clear on the subject. But he does not appear to be an atheist, i.e. someone who actually denies the existence of God.

[@andrewdavie386]

Atheists do not deny the existence of gods, but instead simply have no belief. Atheism is usually defined incorrectly as a belief system. Atheism is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods. There is a subtle, but important, difference. Try to understand.

[@natasailijevaacevska3554]

Research about what's he'd been doing before going to his dealer each morning and you will understand his motive for this song. It's in the earlier documentary. For me it's a love song, I love it.

[@AlanDunnett-v1m]

I lost my partner 18 months ago, I thought we were going to grow old together, it wasn't to be. We both loved this song so much can't hear it now without thinking of her, can't hear it without crying. Awesome, much more than just music, thank you Nick

[@Ireland831]

Makes me weep every time I hear it. I can't reconcile that a human can sing and perform a song so intense and beautiful. This might be the most wonderful song that I have ever heard.

[@kan0r]

agreed.

[@the3ambreeze]

So true

[@geoffjay5710]

Tragic...unimaginable grief losing your son Nick...sad irony is we played this song as my son's coffin was lowered into his grave in 2008...he was 19...I feel greatly for you Nick and your family...strength to you and thank you for an amazing song.

[@joeboots5890]

19yo is no age for a young kid to die Geoffers, so tragic!

[@brettdonahue876]

Geoff Jay hope y'all doing OK mate

[@deanirving1]

Geoff Jay Had this on in the hospital when we were having our first daughter , so always takes me back to that amazing experience.. She has just turned 21. Hope your well Geoffrey , Dean

[@jamiew1664]

Geoff Jay just watching this live version and reading the comments... I’m thinking of you mate, and your wonderful son. Take care. Much love. I love the internet for this aspect Geoff, I’ve never met you, and never will, but I get the chance to tell you that I’m thinking about you and your family mate. Much love. X

[@geoffjay5710]

@@jamiew1664 first time I've been on since I wrote that 4 years ago and was touched to read your message Jamie. Thank you. Reaching out like you have reflects our better sides, too often lost these days.

[@fraserbell2666]

In 100 years people will still cry to this masterpiece

[@SallyEdgar-np3yw]

My Friend Brian passed away January 29 th 2024 at age 64 his birthday was December 21 1959. He loved this song from Nick Cave I play it just to remind me of my friend Brian

[@rallychamp2003]

"I don't believe in an interventionist God." One of the greatest opening lines of a song ever penned.

[@ginabousquet9792]

But he respects those who do, like his wife.

[@martio4521]

so true.....

[@alijames180]

rallychamp2003 you are so very right

[@thomasbell6834]

One of the??? :)

[@joachimdahl233]

no it is not

[@kydetoad]

Written perhaps as a romantic atheist but hearing it as a poetic agnostic .Beautiful in its melancholy, its suspension of utter disbelief ,and in its lyrical melody.

[@adrianopimienta2370]

I lost my wife of 45-year- from cancer ... almost 4 years ago and it still hurts ... it never becomes the same again...This song makes me remember her ... it's a perfect song.

[@recoveringdrunkrp]

Wishing you well Adriano

[@yeovil50]

Really sorry for your loss.

[@Puppy_Puppington]

I lost brother to cancer. It never feels the same. No amount of anything can fill their spot.

[@rodrigosobrosa]

The same happened to me in 2013. She was 42. Still hurts.

[@jameshetherington6009]

sorry for your loss.....really

[@elslambrecht-schrijfstersc822]

My partner died three years ago, this was "ourr song', not that one of us believed in a God or something, but because we we loved the idea " leave you as you are" .... we did that.... He leaved me as I was en I did the same with him. Never loved someone so deeply as I loved him.... But he died, accindent, car.... Still deeply missed. By me, by his daughter, by his siters and by his father and by so many more. I ordered a poster with this lyrics.... Still searching for a beautiful place. Because this song is still our song, because I saw that poster and it had to be mine, for us, for me and him. Listening tho this can make me smile, because al the beautiful things he gave me, he was the big fan of Nick Cave and actualy I became it because of him. When I saw "one more time with feeling", I cried. It was beautiful. My respect for Nick Cave grew even more. But this song can bring me also to tears because I still miss him a lot. Most of the time I smile en cry at the same time.

[@NigelDuncan]

"I believe in Nick Cave and I know you do too!"

[@cinthiapatronalonzo.6167]

Nigel Duncan you must definitely be part of the Cult of Nick Cave on Facebook! hehe. :)

[@NigelDuncan]

I probably should but I don't subscribe to the cult of Faceslap lol! "I've never been interested in being relevant."

[@cinthiapatronalonzo.6167]

Fair enough! hehe. :) We exchange pictures, rare vids, real mail, pins, St. Nick's mas cards! hehe. :) etc.

[@musicloverkathy]

This song has touched so many of us because loss of a loved one is a universal experience. Despite my own atheism, the song transcends our differences.

[@rem9547]

What does one write to console a man who looses a child? And then when he looses a second? This song lives in the memories of all those who hear it as it near fails to move and remind us of our fragility.

[@ewestre1]

It's been many years since I decided this will be the song that sees me to my grave. End of.

[@langstongrandma]

I would much rather hear this beautiful song than any sermon preached by any vicar.

[@ericbruyn]

IT depends on wich vicar

[@kongplus1]

greetings non english speaking country from korea. But i can understand every phrase he sings and i think it is universial. How sinple and beautifu!!!

[@zenarrrow]

Apparently you can write in English as well.

[@evetta4595]

zenarrrow english translator app.

[@gregormiller4037]

God Bless you Kawase:)

[@alicebejleri8240]

I love Nick. He is amazing singer and interpreter. I here him for two hours, in Chicago. Soo emotional and powerful song ❤

[@Samalamalamdam]

I'm a strong believer in both God and angels, yet I still recognise the brilliance of this song.

[@spleenware]

This makes me cry, for the past I once knew. We put everything in the embrace of a kind lord, but found ourselves in a sad world. This song captures this, and so much more.

[@TW-ig6jd]

Doesn't matter what version you hear of this song, tears start to flow thinking of the past

[@jpaguay97]

I teared when this came on in the movie About Time. Its a great song.

[@danielperuch3069]

Stop sending me any more message

[@TheTjnewell]

I just watched it and I sobbed the whole time

[@marvinbnaylor]

What a brilliant song, proving once again that if you're good enough, four chords is all it takes!

[@romie126]

word!

[@ricardojmestre]

Ditto

[@patriciofernandez2711]

Amen brother

[@leenhennekam9906]

True but there are eight chords in this song not four :)

[@keithwigley1256]

@@leenhennekam9906 humm ..yes ...but most hear only four...

[@tailorsingapore]

After life brought me here n the memories of a dear friend I lost too cancer .. may she rip amongst the angels ... 👼🏻

[@georgiemcrae6511]

My heart breaks for Nick and his family. They are in my thoughts. There is no greater pain than to lose a child, and it is a pain no one deserves. My deepest sympathies.

[@yannpinguet]

That's how you see if a song is great or not, just a voice and a piano, this version is so beautiful

[@charleecharles9812]

That voice just melts me!

[@dmg7111]

I'm 6'3, around 17 stone & this song can reduce me to a small crying child every time.... :) MANY Thanks Nick Cave !!! Beautiful tune !!!

[@jameshetherington6009]

your not alone

[@eddypfunk]

Stanislav, I dont think he's overrrated, I just think that he appeals to something in a certain type of person. People who like him feel something quite special when listening to him. Music is about communication and he has an honesty that is rare. And I really appreciate that. He's trying his best to be who he is, and thats what we all should be looking to do. We are flawed and Nick Cave is too. Bieber is trying to say that we should strive to not be flawed. Yet he so clearly is.

[@bibih2430]

This is for my neighbor who died these days after suffering so long time.He was often listening to Nick Cave. He was such a nice Person but I never saw anyone of his family neither friends. Please care for others, no one should die alone. It makes me really sad.

[@pearlrevale3602]

Your last line is so true of what is happening these days. I lost a friend to suicide last week, but he had a lot of supportive friends, including me. He seemed to go downhill dramatically when put on medication prescribed "for his nerves".

[@venkateshvj9930]

Sec'y

[@MsMesem]

We are always alone really....I dont wait on anyone.

[@tsohgallik]

@@pearlrevale3602 Medications are definitely not good for those kinds of problems. It makes it worse. It's better to try and get the person to go outside and during the daylight too.

[@traypaquette7887]

My brother died utterly alone. That haunts me. I mean, I'm haunted in general but that one rips in ten

[@melissajocordell5050]

I've lost both my sons and my parents. This is a very special song to me.

[@TeaSea-]

🇮🇪

[@Ireland831]

Such beauty. Nick Cave is an artist in the purest sense. So many songs make me feel. Maybe it is the polar extremes of extreme violence, (Stagger Lee) or a song like this. I won't go into all the great tunes he has penned and performed, as anyone here already knows it. Just a master. Thank you Nick.

[@leebutton1062]

Yeah but Stagger Lee is a monster tune kin brilliant

[@Ireland831]

@@leebutton1062 One of my favorites songs, for sure. Nick reworked the 19th century Stagolee folk song into the brilliant song on Murder Ballads. Two sides of the same coin.

[@wilhelmvg9978]

Nick Cave performed this at his friend’s Michael Hutchence’s funeral after his suicide. Rest in eternal peace to Michael and everyone else so lovingly described in the comments here.

[@brookevangelderen704]

I came here from the book "Carry on". This song reminds me of my mom and dad. My mother is a Christian and my dad is agnostic. But despite their beliefs, they still love each other. Definitely will get into Nick Cave after this. Thank you, for this beautiful song

[@paulhowells8416]

I lost my baby boy Sonny 16years ago. If only I could have you in my arms son/in my dreams and thoughts I hold you tight

[@jw6449]

When I first heard this (April 2019) on my car radio I stopped to write down the name of the song and the artist. It was something I wanted to play to Clara, my daughter. I doubt she'd have liked it. But she did humour my eclectic tastes and would have listened. But that never happened. Within three months she was dead. She was 26. Now I play this song over and over again.

I don't believe in an interventionist God But I know, darling, that you do But if I did I would kneel down and ask Him Not to intervene when it came to you Not to touch a hair on your head To leave you as you are And if He felt He had to direct you Then direct you into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms And I don't believe in the existence of angels But looking at you I wonder if that's true But if I did I would summon them together And ask them to watch over you To each burn a candle for you To make bright and clear your path And to walk,like Christ, in grace and love And guide you into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms But I believe in Love And I know that you do too And I believe in some kind of path That we can walk down, me and you So keep your candles burning And make her journey bright and pure That she will keep returning Always and evermore Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms Into my arms, O Lord, into my arms.

[@bernarddover1442]

I can hear him ya clown

[@recoveringdrunkrp]

The captioning is messed up badly and I thank you for taking the time to share the correct lyrics. Hoping this finds you well, with life treating you kindly!

[@eles19581]

Thank you for posting the lyrics, I felt that the sound of the music drew me in and so I wanted to read or hear the lyrics. This will be one of my favorite songs of all time!

[@proximacentauri2684]

I first heard this in "About Time". I can't even remember when I watched it, but I know it was with my sister and it was one of those nights where nothing mattered.

[@charlesmayer497]

Heard this first in my dressing room in Adelaide, over the relay system when he was in the other auditorium. Now I've listened to most of his works and I've never had so much help. Thank you Nick. Love

[@Mumford444]

Just imagine how heart shattering this would have been at Michael's funeral. Stunning song.

[@christinahutchence2372]

Yes, it was very moving on a day we all desperately needed it -

[@timculhane4633]

One man, one voice, one piano simply magnificent

[@michaljanovsky8966]

very beautiful song. didnt know it before but heard it a week ago at an AWESOME Nick's show in Prague. It stuck in my head and had to search it on YT. so glad i found it!

[@stevtabares1]

I lost the "love of my life" 4-12-18 just two months shy of being married for 35 years , she had heart problems, I also cry when I hear this song , cause I'm reminded that I'll never find anyone to fill the void that was left from her passing , I miss her so much and kiss her picture everyday, I miss you Angie

[@Kingmick58]

Lump in me throat, tears, and loving it. From the old old aussie.

[@LulaAndLuna]

For me........The most beautiful song ever written......

[@DrBill-zv5dx]

“About time” has brought me here again in 2019. ❤️🙏🏻😇

[@DavidWilson-ih2co]

Dr. Bill and me also

[@superm70]

2024

[@kurtgijsen2458]

One of THE greatest songs Brings an awful lot of memories to the heart for the ones who deserve it. And they know

[@HorstGLudwig]

a piece of beauty for everybody

[@NellyRose7]

I can't imagine the pain & grief Nick & his family must be going through. No parent should have to face the loss of their young child, it's meant to be the other way around. Cruel world. RIP Arthur❤️

[@dingbattoast7446]

Having bought this album on release and listened to it hundreds of times I still can't get through it without crying within the first 10 seconds

[@ange2370]

I'm the same, first line...and I'm a goner ! His lyrics definitely touch you ....from Into My Arms.....to Ghosteen.. to Murder Ballads....

[@wrbche]

Genius, this man.. brings peace to me everytime..

[@ApacheBob41]

Awesome song, love Nick Cave. I watched the new version of the Movie On The Beach and nearly drove myself crazy trying to identify this song well worth the effort.

[@trw5653]

It's my grandaughter's birthday tomorrow... and not only am I listening to this wishing so hard I could hold her in my arms on her 10th birthday... I notice this was posted 3 yrs to the day before she she was born and held in my arms. She has been my own 'personal real life Angel' since that day and seen me through many dark days. At this horrible time... the memories she has bestowed upon me keeps me going through this necessary 'self-isolation'. At this horrible time Mr Cave's song playing allows me the scope to think of past and passed loved ones and extend those thoughts to every dear soul hurting and being seperated from their own loved ones in our united unwanted situation.

[@ange2370]

What can I say......Nick you're my God!

[@evelynoconnor3062]

THIS SONG SUNG BY NICK CAVE IS THE MASTERPIECE OF LOVE SONGS----- ABSOLUTELY SUPREME!

[@Lieu3C4]

Both amazing and admirable that a man of such a wealth of knowledge melancholic can still write such a song of love after so many birthday parties.

[@rosariocordova4700]

This song deeply touched my heart.

[@therealgatoegatoe6933]

Nick Cave I've never listen to your music this is my first time, "but I like it"!!!

[@twelveightyone]

This is the best song ever. Thank you Mr. Cave.

[@strooomon]

Nick Cave. A true iconoclast. A wonderful talent. I forgot how much I enjoyed his music until Dean sang this song on X Factor Australia. His Murder Ballads remains one of the both amazing and unique group of songs in the last 20 years.

[@lindamacdonald6354]

Simply Beautiful... Thank you Nick Cave for this song Leonard Cohen's documentary ...brought me to Nick Cave and I am grateful

[@sorodnadusa3694]

This is so great and powerful song... it's my favorite pray... it's pure love... I could listen forever... and cry...and pray...and be grateful... Thank you Nick for it!!!

[@theresabrill8403]

Just beautiful...Nick Cave is a wonderful songwriter and a modern day poet ❤️

[@TOPICANIMALFARM]

This song is the best song i've heard.. nice..

[@themudpit621]

+픽 KZbin토 It's the greatest love song there is.

[@Saintlyorange]

autobots roll out

[@2620productions]

my generation is missing the music that nick cave sheds upon the world, so powerful and meaningful, i wish they only knew good music

[@texasgirl3706]

He played this song at Michael Hutchence's funeral. They were very close friends. Such a sad and absolutely beautiful song.

[@kimrileymusic]

How can I give a million likes for this? The absolute most beautiful version of one of the most beautiful songs ever written

[@Success4u247]

My 10 year old daughter daughter rang me while on holidays begging me to come home, she missed me so much, said she would pay the flight home from her savings of 5 euros. This song was on the radio and I had to hold back my tears.

[@tcalomfirescu]

I never believed in God... or... love like this, until I was lying next to my future fiance and she was asleep and this played on my headphones--a gift from a distant friend of Nick's.... I'll keep returning forever and amor to... the promise of love. Thanks Nick.

[@RolandDuke]

Can't imagine the pain now.

[@Bobbileat]

I first heard this song at my nephew's wedding. Absoultely gorgeous...transcendent really. I couldn't wait to get the CD!

[@subfreakie3000]

RIP Arthur - prayers to Nick and his family. This song is perfect.

[@corinnehansen4316]

Just so moving.. The music is how I hope it will be eternally..

[@MrSmurfyDog]

I don't often post YT comments, but I'll make an exception for this song. Together with Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen (and Jeff Buckley's excelent cover) this is one of my favourive ballads of all time. I get a little teary every time I hear either of them.

[@adamgrimsley2900]

Thank you

[@karenwood1364]

Have looked this up after hearing Sam West read this on Pandemic Poetry. So beautiful. Another wonderful repercussion of the poetry project.

[@ccraines]

This man is the greatest creation of my generation!!!

[@mariadosanjos8501]

Vindo aqui pela Série Brasileira 🇧🇷"Onde está meu coração" linda música.

[@Mazurka1001]

It's not a love song, it's about divine embrace. You know, like God.

[@TheMadPrideBand]

Emerging from under my rock - I'm attempting to educate myself a little more about this very captivating man by the name Nick Cave. Great song!

[@recoveringdrunkrp]

My time in this realm is coming to an end. I've been blessed with love, respect, kindness and so much more from My Love, Mr. Chris Williams. I have no way to repay him for these gifts, other than words of gratitude and the love I carry with me. There's much I fear about this journey into the unknown. If I could ask for one thing after I depart, it would be for him to remember the old Dr. Seuss saying; "Don't cry cuz it's over, smile because it happened." He knows I believe something as precious as love, to be eternal. I pray that one day, we'll find each other again and he'll return into my arms. I shall be waiting ♡

[@russelldeanna9198]

I am very impressed. A friend introduced me to Nick Cave a couple hours ago and I was surprised with his voice and odd lyrics. I've put Dylan, Zevon, Van Morrison and Springsteen at the top of my greatest-artists list, and now I will add Cave. I still have not gotten excited about Leonard Cohen, and I don't understand why he doesn't appeal to me. (Update: Leonard Cohen has become a favorite, it took a drive in my car and a CD in the radio player.)

[@ange2370]

@Russell D I TOTALLY understand where you're coming from about Nick's voice, I've heard him speak before...interviews and such, but I saw his conversations tour here in Australia and I just melted, he is the most polite , intelligent, interesting person ( with an amazing sense of humour...and no nonsense bullshit) I think I have EVER heard speak...his voice will stay with me forever . And his beautiful wife Susie, so elegant and graceful, and so softly spoken....I just love her. I honestly believe she's the best thing ever to happen to Nick. You can actually 'feel ' how deeply in love they are.

[@aholecop5547]

i was looking for something to tear my heart out tonight. thanks Nick.

[@QuestionsStuff]

Came here to listen to Nick after hearing him playing on Ricky Gervais's Afterlife 2020 :)

[@kakhasalukvadze4828]

me too :)

[@boiledelephant]

Welp, now I gotta watch that show...

[@tipperary1082]

@@boiledelephant it's not great

[@debybaldauf8551]

Me too! 😢

[@meono5511]

@@tipperary1082 it is great . how can you not love that show

[@hanicohen2118]

.בפעם הראשונה כשקבלתי את השיר דמעתי....שיר מדהים.....מלא אור ואהבה

[@AnitaAdamsNCTreesAtYourService]

Beautiful song. So glad I was able to hear this version. Lovely. Very comforting and peaceful.

[@ursulal.4207]

The bond of love needs no words-but if it does, this song is one of the most beautiful I have ever heard, describing the only bond that people have.

[@sarahlehl6741]

My heart cry's for you and your family...

[@lazyj8699]

If this song doesn't bring honesty and reverence to life, what does? makes me think of my son in law who died last year from cancer during Covid at 38 and when I look into the eyes of my 3 year old grand daughter whom He will never see grow and mature as fathers should the fragility of life becomes so blatantly obvious

[@TheLEGOTimeLord]

R.I.P. Arthur Cave 2000.-2015.

[@howardadamsky2417]

RIP. So very sad

[@adamloa2769]

Howard Adamsky what happened?

[@frankiekay]

His son died in 2015 in an accident at the age of fifteen.

[@katkorman1581]

his son took LSD and fell off a cliff and died.

[@kokonuttsarefun6472]

@@katkorman1581 at 15? How sad.

[@jenniferreid5314]

Sending all our love and strength you beautiful human. May you find a speckle of hope in times of hopelessness. Love from Australia x

[@TheCrssouza]

What can anyone say about a song like this? Absolutely stunning!

[@ritaryan3465]

Never heard of this beautiful singer/songwriter but this song has deeply moved me to tears for personal reasons.The loss of a child is the most painful experience in this world and we are indeed blessed by these words in this song.I do not think anyone is an athiest in this world except bad people who do bad things to people and animal.I feel goodness in someone is god and I have heard goodness in this song.

[@dedelovesme]

it doesnt get better than this!

[@nimfijntje]

you hear or see in it whatever you want to hear or see in it, to me that's the beauty of his songs, for me it's definitely about love but I understand how someone might look at it in a different light and find it to be about death. Whatever meaning it has it's one of the most beautfil songs to me...

[@33774500]

Thanks for posting this from the melancholy man:" "The Vicar bangin' on about this and that". That line is deeply culturally imbued, perhaps reflective of our Aussie commodity in being plain speaking, authority-critical, non-religious (not anti) and pragmatic. All present in that off-the-cuff remark; a special live moment to be cherished and a beautiful lyrical lament on the attraction of opposites and the transcendence of love.

[@adecirket7524]

I thought he had to be in the church to get the inspiration?

[@leebutton1062]

Yep can you imagine US ever gettin rha Ashes?

[@mavaism]

Amazing song & his voice is like none other. You can hear the pull on his heart from Christ to come to know him. I hope he does. He knows there's more.