TIMELESS AND BEAUTIFUL!! First Time Reaction to Dire Straits - "Brothers In Arms"

[@rayjennings3637]

Written from the perspective of a fatally wounded soldier who is approaching death and knows it. He's saying goodbye to his comrades who never deserted him in the battle but who will return home, leaving him behind. Some of us have lost good friends and will always appreciate the words of the song. RIP, Al and Sam.

[@charlesh796]

I am a combat vet. This song means more to me than you could ever know. Thank you for doing this and I hope God blesses your life.

[@jamesgriffith1970]

This song is about the Falklands War. I'm a retired combat veteran, this always hits me a bit hard.

[@KeithChegwin24]

Why?

[@dannymulder1319]

Respect for you veterans 🫂

[@Mister_Samsonite]

@@KeithChegwin24 Unless you're just being a snarky d*ck, listen to the Home Free cover of this. You might make out the lyrics better and understand why this means a lot to all combat vets, and should mean something to us all!

[@JubbatheHatt]

Can understand why you would say this bro, ferkin shitshow of a war by our government. It was only the grit of our ordinary soldiers that saw this through not the ruperts or government

[@Thetenmaumau]

Veteran here, stay strong my brother you are not alone.

[@perennial72]

David Gilmour and Mark Knopfler guitars always present in my life since I was a child

[@JC130676]

They both have that rare ability to not just play the guitar, but to actually speak through it and express emotions in a way mere words can't achieve. It's the difference between a musician and a virtuoso.

[@davideantoninotripodi7073]

My heroes❤️✨

[@cshubs]

Both are masters of =playing= a guitar, not shredding at 1000 notes/second.

[@kjek1]

With you all the way mate. My two guitar heroes who really do make the instrument sing

[@aspjake123]

Both play with their souls pouring out thru the strings

[@sinavaziri4886]

Mark Knopfler's guitar really conveys the pain in the story. Such an amazing song.

[@zdzislawkaminski2633]

Tak,myślę że ona płacze...

[@robertcrawford1791]

The entire album is perfect

[@sanzoftatooine]

So Far Away, Walk of Life, Your Latest Trick. Phenomenal.

[@bryanbrady877]

I tell everyone this. A true classic, perhaps to be lost in the age of streaming individual songs. Albums were meant to be experienced in entirety. An emotional journey.

[@briano.1503]

True enough

[@declaneric]

Mark Knopfler's genius actually makes his guitar sound like it's singing sadly alongside him. This is arguably one of the greatest, most iconic songs ever written.

[@jackarmstrong1838]

No argument here. Just getting chills right now, listening.

[@kenhavens9559]

Yes absolutely a work of art.

[@jopay142]

To all of you that served under the banners, to you that are still serving and to all of you who did not come back home, my utmost respect.

[@robertcrawford1791]

I think it’s worth noting that the version that’s being reacted to is the single release/music video. The album version is almost a full 2 minutes longer and well worth everyone’s time to seek out and listen to. There’s not a wasted note in 7 minutes.

[@blabla48076]

Indeed, I strongly urge Stacy to listen to the full version. Could be the studio track, but also the live performance from the tribute to Nelson Mandela or the On the Night tour.

[@DennisfromMunich]

Totally supporting that! I’ve seen Knopfler live a few times and he did the song as well, it’s absolutely worth every single second and would be more.

[@maxsparks5183]

The Cape Town Nelson Mandela birthday tribute performance is pretty awesome too.

[@christopherbittell6501]

Next stop, “Telegraph Road” a song Mark was inspired to write after a long bus journey on a Thorofare that traverses the edge of Detroit and its suburbs. It’s quite poignant and evocative in its telling…. Thank me later! P.s. this is my hometown and I very prideful about this song.❤❤

[@bryanbrady877]

But have you ever listened to that song while speeding between mountains across a vast desert? It holds up. A driving song in either case.

[@briano.1503]

Right on!!!

[@Cadinho93]

"We are fools to make war on our brothers in arms." Meaning that we are of one world and yet we kill each when we are all brothers. This is one of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever written or performed and it was written during the Falkland War. There's also a reason why the album "Brothers in Arms" is one of the best selling albums of all time. It's a masterpiece.

[@Mr123starman]

Agree nothing else to add

[@karlsmith2570]

I actually have a friend on Facebook who served with the British Royal Navy during the Falkland Islands campaign

[@JimBobele]

So true. One world in the endless universe. The famaous astronomer Carl Sagan nails it in his speech "The pale blue dot", a picture that shows the earth in a single sunbeam shot from the voyager probes from the edge of our sun system. Gives me goosebumps every time I hear it

[@riphopfer5816]

This song is written from the perspective of a dying soldier, speaking to his fellow soldiers. Mark wrote it, inspired by the Falklands War in the early 80s between the U.K. and Argentina. And you nailed the concept of the first verse.

[@tileux]

It was inspired by the true story of Lt Robert Lawrence of the Scots guards. Shot through the head by a sniper in the closing minutes of the battle of Mt Tumbledown, seconds after he drew attention to himself by yelling "are we having fun yet?" down the valley (and who doesnt remember those words if you are of a certain age?) from the summit of Mt tumbledown. Lawrence lost 40% of his brain and was reported DOW three times during the time when the argentinians were surrendering at Port Stanley literally within hours of Tumbledown. He was triaged as a fatality until it became apparent that he might actually survive. The argentinians had two world class snipers at Tumbledown. One of them was responsible for shooting Lawrence, but both were killed in the argentinian retreat down the valley. If you listen closely to the words, and you know which units were involved in the battle of Mt Tumbledown and the events of the battle, you can pick up the lines that relate to Lawrence's wounding. ps Lawrence survived and had to relearn how to speak and walk. One of his arms remains paralysed to this day.

[@Mister_Samsonite]

Everyone's jaws drop over Sultans Of Swing, but I think THIS might be Mark's masterpiece.

[@bryanbrady877]

Be careful trying to decide one over another, that's how wars...Aw heck.

[@gordokroeker8397]

“Mark Knopfler has an extraordinary ability to make a Schecter Custom Stratocaster hoot and sing like angels on a Saturday night, exhausted from being good all week and needing a stiff drink.” ― Douglas Adams, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

[@donepearce]

But when he picks up the '59 Les Paul, you know something special is going to happen.

[@SokolRock]

In this song, he played Gibson Les Paul. A talented guitarist is able to create magic with any guitar. For example, I know that many guitarists criticize EMG's active pickups as "soulless", but David Gilmour plays EMG's in the "Pulse" live video and no one will say that his sound there is "soulless". A lot of people are obsessed with guitar technology and brands, but it doesn't really matter much.

[@donepearce]

@@SokolRock The magic is always in the fingers. I've heard Jeff Beck play a cheap borrowed Strat, and he was still Jeff Beck - mesmerising.

[@mjr_28]

@@SokolRock Mark Knopfler also had EMG's while playing Brothers in Arms in 1988 at Wembley

[@LonghopeBro-ju6jl]

Mark Knopfler credits Hank Marvin as one of his biggest influences. He played with Cliff Richard and the Shadows back in the 1960s. Here's them playing together live at Wembly Stadium. Note their guitars. Dire Straits & Hank Marvin - Going Home Wembley 85 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKeld6Wad79mq9k

[@theAkildare]

Brothers in Arms was written in 1982, the year of Britain's involvement in the Falklands War. The Falklands War was a ten-week undeclared war between Argentina and the United Kingdom in 1982 over two British dependent territories in the South Atlantic. Argentina was at that time a military dictatorship. The conflict began on 2 April 1982, when Argentina invaded and occupied the Falkland Islands, the conflict lasted 74 days and ended with an Argentine surrender on 14 June, returning the islands to British control. In total, 649 Argentine military personnel, 255 British military personnel, and three Falkland Islanders were killed during the hostilities. Street riots in Buenos Aires followed the humiliating defeat and the military leadership stood down and in 1983 becomes an democracy.

[@dannyadams4765]

My Uncle was part of the UK Task force

[@KeithChegwin24]

A lot of word salad just to say you know how to copy and paste wikipedia.

[@srj6678]

@KeithChegwin24 salad which by the way does not detract from the truthfulness of what was written.

[@robertcurtis-cn5fw]

​@@KeithChegwin24I am glad he did as it tells us all bout why the song came into being and a tribute to the brave men that died to keep the falkland islands free from dictatorship.

[@KeithChegwin24]

@@srj6678 We can all visit Wikipedia.

[@bushman9222]

This amazing song, written by Mark Knofler, is a tribute to the fallen during the Falklands War. I have listened to this song (many versions, usually the live ones) more than any other song. I am 73 years old and have listened to it almost every day since it was released. Always enjoy your reactions Stacey. All the best. Take care. x

[@Haakonisak]

The words of a dying soldier fading away with his brothers by his side. Beautiful, but terribly sad at the same time.

[@AdamBarr-hg7hw]

One of the truly great songs. Always brings a lump to my throat no matter home many times i hear it

[@frankperry2874]

First time I heard this song was on Miami Vice ! Went out and bought the tape the next day !

[@benmason9755]

Mark Knopfler genuinely makes his guitar WEEP. What a master.

[@arturk247]

Brothers In Arms is plagiarism Snowy White Birds of paradise.

[@philliprayner8827]

it was originally wrote as a homage to the fallen during the Falklands war, but I think it resonates with all serving armed forces personnel & veterans of all nations who have had friends & family of the fallen

[@SergioSBloch]

I play this song every November 11th. I

[@rossm6637]

This was one of my father's favourite songs. Not long after his funeral, some two and a half years ago, I was driving home at night and this came on the radio. I had to pull over and sat crying through the entire song.

[@Thetenmaumau]

As a veteran this song hits close to home and it hits hard, RIP my fallen brothers Paul Jr and David Sanders. I miss you both everyday. 😪💔

[@normmcinnis4102]

Mark wrote this song when he thought of the Falkland war in the 80's. It struck him that it was a senseless waste of life. As far as I know, Mark writes most of not all their songs.

[@ghosthorse77]

To all the soldiers who have died in battle, RIP, your work is done. It was based around the Falklands war.

[@Jalex0021]

It was but it also has a wider anti-war message, as related by images of first world war soldiers in the video.

[@GranpaMike]

There are a lot of great artists out there, and a lot of great songs. None affect me as deeply as this one. A big, big hug for Mark Knopfler.

[@bryanbrady877]

Agreed. I enjoy seeing new fans react to this song, but I must do so with my glasses off. Still hits every time.

[@GranpaMike]

@@bryanbrady877 It's a good song to listen to while chopping onions. 😢

[@bryanbrady877]

@@GranpaMike I made the mistake of trying to listen to the Bloodywood song "Yaad" at work. It is a song about dogs.

[@GranpaMike]

@@bryanbrady877 A new band and song for me, just checked it out. So... did you get fired or promoted? ;) Dogs deserve more songs.

[@bryanbrady877]

@@GranpaMike I pretend that I got coolant in my eye. Glad that you looked into it, now you are one of us. Feelings are not weakness. Compassion and love are our strength. The key is balance.

[@garyshannon4798]

Knopfler wrote ALL of Dire Straits songs as well as singing and composing the music. Aided by faithful right hand man bass player John Illsley, He WAS Dire Straits!

[@jjc5407]

Technically he co-wrote 3 Dire Straits songs. Technically. 😄

[@jankro1]

Try private investigations live!!

[@garyshannon4798]

@@jjc5407 Tunnel of love, Money for nothing and Nadine?

[@jjc5407]

@@garyshannon4798 actually given Nadine wasn't released on any album I was referring to What's The Matter Baby from Live At The BBC. 😃

[@lukeblundell5610]

If you want musical storytelling; Dire Straits Telegraph Road from their Alchemy live concert is a must to react to.

[@KNOPFLERSGOD]

Mark Knopfler wrote all the Dire Straits songs, Sting didn't really "write" anything for Money For Nothing, Mark just borrowed the I Want My MTV melody. This is such a brilliant song, Mark got the inspiration from his dad who commented about the Falklands war. If you watch a live version of this, and you should, watch the On The Night version. Next, please react to Romeo & Juliet from them.

[@3COLORSMUSIC-ul2cn]

With this masterpiece, Dire Straits want to remind us all of the futility of wars and of all the soldiers who had to sacrifice their existence in vain. 🌺

[@racket33]

Actually Mark Knopfler had one or two friends who died in the Falklands War, that's why he makes that guitar sound so emotional... In live concerts this song always took a special place for him😪 btw the extended version as well as live performances are worth a visit...😊

[@desichambers7556]

Mark Knopfler has never stated that he had lost friends in that war. He has explained the meaning of the song a few times but it's never been mentioned about losing friends.

[@normmcinnis4102]

I was waiting for this one. Glad you enjoyed it. The guitar is so emotional.

[@ziovit]

Another Masterpiece. Mark touch the heart, with the voice and his guitar. He is not only a (great) musician. He is a poet

[@MinistryOfDarkness11]

This song from the concert Dire Straits - Live "On The Night" 1993 has to be seen to be believed. Every reactor I've seen on KZbin said it had a massive impact on them. Also from the same concert Private Investigations is absolutely spine chilling with Mark actually narrating the song whilst playing acoustic guitar Spanish style with a haunting and explosive ending. It's jawdropping. Anyway love your channel. Cheers from Australia 👍🎸🎸🎸

[@MarkoMakela-kk7qf]

And thank you for you beautiful Stacey to be so sincere and emotianal. If we ever gonna have a better world we do need people that can feel everything in their hearts.

[@rkyleporter]

My personal go-to for putting on the headphones and remembering friends lost along the way. An epic song.

[@EchoesDaBear]

Great reaction Stacey! Gilmour and Knopfler are of the same breed - their guitars are extensions of their souls, and can make them sing or cry! This song hits deep for many service members, family of service members, or anyone empathetic of their struggle! It doesn't matter the conflict (as much as this was written in regards to the Falklands War), it's message is universal! Soldiers on the field don't 'want' to be there, they are indeed fighting for a cause, but that cause isn't always their own, but fight they must. I'd wager to say all wish for peace - to live out their days not on the battle field. Such a beautiful, poignant song.

[@olisipocity]

No weep no feel. This song was both a protest and a celebration of war and fallen comrades. Despite being about the Falklands war, it could be applied to all wars around the world, the stupidity and the devastation it causes, the pain and the unnecessary loss.

[@davidtalley4816]

So glad you have discovered Dire Straits, my favorite band. Thank you for reacting to this incredibly powerful and emotional song. For your next "dive down the rabbit hole" I strongly recommend their song "Tunnel of Love." Mark Knopfler, the lead singer/lead guitarist and song writer wrote it about something that happened to him as a teenager. He was at The Spanish City, an amusement park near his home. He met a young woman and they agreed to hang together that night, then split up without telling each other their names. He fell for her, but let her go. More than a decade later he was still thinking about her. The song is powerful and the closing guitar solo is considered by many of us the best and most poignant solo in Rock. The best live version is from Wembley 1985, as great a performance as the live version of Sultans you fell in love with. The album version is a bit slower and much shorter, but you can hear the lyrics better. I think the closing solo is even more powerful. Can't go wrong with either!

[@markharwood6794]

Spanish City is in Whitley Bay. I lived there for 20 years and have been to Spanish City hundreds of times and always thought of Tunnel of Love when I was hit a coaster there :)

[@davidtalley4816]

@@markharwood6794 Wow, that is fantastic! I understand that since it was remodeled and reopened, a line from Tunnel of Love is now in tile by the entrance and they play the song everyday when opening up.

[@PaulCatterall-y9e]

I’ve heard this a cry for peace all over the world,it makes sense

[@KenCyrus-tb3nh]

Such a beautiful and yet sad song. Mark's guitar playing is so moving.

[@kayserchishti7303]

thank you Stacey

[@gordonyoung1970]

Mark did write it. Others have commented on it being about the Falklands war. This was the first SINGLE CD ever released in the UK the art work a revelation at the time. Money for Nothing the first video on MTV Europe ! Gilmour and Mark both make their guitars speak for them. I dont know where Mark gets his accent from because he was born in Glasgow and Moved to Newcastle aged 7, 2 of the strongest local accents in the UK. Im from Edinburgh, Glasgow is only 60 miles , Newcastle 120 mls. a translator is often needed to understand them

[@bryanbrady877]

Scotland is full of amazingly kind and wonderful people, too bad we don't speak the same language. Beautiful place anyway.

[@GaryMorris-p2q]

This song is perfection!!! So well delivered both vocally and instrumental. I've been anxiously waiting for this reaction by you Stacey! Thank you so much!

[@davidcowan4556]

I added the line "we have just one world but we live in different ones" to my spiritual awareness

[@bryanbrady877]

A kinder version of "We both have truths, are mine the same as yours?" From JCS.

[@perpersson3219]

This song is such a masterpiece in so many ways, in your review, you describe it very well! To me it’s one of the most beautiful songs ever written anywhere! 👏👏👏

[@gerardvvortex5605]

Mark's voice is beautifully subdued in this masterpiece. No need to beat you around the head to get the message through. Very good review, Stacey!

[@davidfeltz8697]

The Genius and artistry of MK is mind blowing few can evoke an emotion out if a guitar like that. I cant help but weep along with that guitar.

[@SamKnause]

Mark is magical. The sounds he coaxes from his guitars are otherworldly.

[@busher69]

No civilian can ever understand the bond that forms between men and women who have been in combat together. I can hardly listen to this song after all these years it still tears me up. Mark has done so much in his solo career, His writing and play are like none other.

[@jwnomad]

Sure we can, it's called trauma bonding

[@michaelrichardson5841]

Many times I have listened to this song on my way to the Falklands. One of the greatest songs of all times.

[@cshubs]

I saw Mark play a solo show in Indy about 20 years ago. It was masterful. Stripped down and gorgeous.

[@rayhallett]

I have such an emotional memory of this song. I made two trips into Afghanistan in the '80's during the Soviet-Afghan war, travelling with the mujahideen. By day, we were up in the mountains (the Russian army controlled the lowlands) hiding from the Mi-24 helicopter gunships sneaking to yet another caravanserai or friendly house. Each night around the lanterns, I listened to the stories of the people from the farms and villages fighting the invaders--the second most powerful army in the world. Stories of the land they grew up on and knew of nothing but, and how they had to retreat to the hills, and watch the Russians move through their villages and their lands below. I was a fan of Dire Straits and especially, Mark Knopfler in the '80's and I had brought a Walkman with me for the trip. I played this song as I rode into the war-zone of Afghanistan. It could have been such a "romantic" moment, straight out of history, travelling with these warriors. There was such a powerful feeling of remembrance of a life lived before, and a future they were willing to fight for, that came from their stories, and this song spoke to me of that, happening before my eyes. To this day, when I hear this song (even now as I listen to your video) it takes me back to the fear of anything in the sky, the dust rising from the horses in front of me, the sun glinting on the AK-47's and rocket launchers slung on the backs of the men--and my aching butt from so many days riding up and down on the paths over the hills and through the valleys. (Who could've imagined that I would know such kinds of people again (this time Ukrainians), forty years later, fighting the Russian invader once more in their villages and farms! And that once again, I would make it a war that I could not just sit by here in Canada and watch, but had to help those people fight for their lands and their way of life. One day, like you, I hope this ends. Maybe it will take an evolution of the human being, not a revolution that only brings the same kind of change.) But......thank you for the memory!!

[@bryanbrady877]

Sir, I ask you, do you know of the band from India known as Bloodywood? Perhaps the style may be grating to you, yet they speak of our common goal of outnumbering oppression. Yes I was emulating that guy from Trybals with that first sentence, highligting my point that I have more in common with a person in the hills of wherever than I do with ANY so-called world leader.

[@rayhallett]

@@bryanbrady877 I'll check it out and try to let you know what I think.

[@bryanbrady877]

@@rayhallett I just went to buy extra copies of "Rakshak" and they are out of stock. However, I believe that you are good and good will find you. We quite literraly have nothing better to do.

[@BennoWitter]

There are only two songs were Mark is not the only author: Money for Nothing, he had help from Sting and Tunnel of Love, because they played part of the "Carousel Waltz" by Rodgers and Hammerstein as an intro. Everything else by Dire Straits is written by Mark Knopfler, as far as I know.

[@robertflynn6301]

Your reaction was honest , flawless and emotional. Well done indeed.

[@omniversalll]

Yeah, this one makes me sob whenever I watch it. Beautiful song.

[@PaulWalker-hz6zp]

Great job with this haunting song Stacey! "Walk of Life" with a sports bloopers video is a catchy fun tune from Dire Straits to bring the mood back up!

[@Mr123starman]

For my very dear friend who died in the Falklands war RIP Brother

[@jono.pom-downunder]

This is written from the perspective of a dying soldier surrounded by his mates on the battlefield. You can feel the mournful guitar calling the lad home. It is a song those that served at the time '82 Falklands feel deeply. Please take a look at James Blunt "No Bravery" about his time serving in the Balkans.

[@freddiemossberg7204]

Mark Knopfler is an amazing composer of movie music as well as a brilliant guitarist. From the movie Cal to Local Hero, The Princess Bride and Last Exit to Brooklyn. Well worth to checkout.

[@generic_youtube_comment]

Ultimately the song speaks of the futility of war, any war, and the legacy of pain and loss, ( the endless crosses, stretching out to the horizon ). You'd have thought by now we'd be a little wiser. Stacey, I'm surprised you didn't do a live version, but a good reaction nonetheless with a reverence this song so richly deserves. 👍:-)

[@bryanbrady877]

I hope you never have a reason to visit those fields of crosses in person, but it is hauntingly beautiful. All these soldiers lined up in perfect formation forever. Coldly calculated just like the events that put them there.

[@pablozee6359]

Make sure to listen to the full album version at some point. I understand a lot of reactors want to use radio and video edits, but this version feels rushed in the beginning, and some beautiful and intense guitar work by Knopfler in the outro solo is edited out. There’s a reason artists sometimes use lengthy intros and outros. Very justified for a song this powerful.

[@chavian0]

Also, Telegraph Road is an absolute MUST if you like this deeper side of Dire Straits. You will not easily forget that one either!

[@russellsearch7925]

Telegraph Road and Private Investigations live Alchemy gig are a must.

[@shegocrazy]

By coincidence I was at the Nelson memorial in Portsmouth yesterday, and this song reminds me of the narration of Admiral Lord Nelson's final moments. Nelson was another who took some comfort in dying in the hands of his comrades rather than alone.

[@pamagnolia]

Mark Knopfler is an awesome guitarist. As a 22 year veteran this story of a dying soldier touches me deeply.

[@geronim0189]

So cool Stacey ❤!!! I love Dire Straits, Brothers in Arms it's a magnificent song ,Mark knopfler is a genius guitarist , Thanks for this vidéo , as always you are so nice ❤!!!

[@danieleciprari9041]

No doubt you would have appreciated such piece of art. Unfortunately this version (the one used in the official video) has many cuts; full length studio version starts with a beautiful intro, and the instrumental outro is much longer, with extended solo. I'd suggest you to not miss it, as well as its best live rendition, contained in the live album "On the night", extremely emotional.

[@RonRBL76]

Timeless!

[@sanandaallsgood673]

This is such a gifted song, one that reaches down inside a person and pulls emotions from the depths (if they allow it). I remember hearing it the first time (I was in the military at the time) and felt the connection immediately. Mark is a genius songwriter!

[@davidkelly5459]

I was in the Air Force when this was released. I remember watching the news about the war every night. This song tears me up everytime I hear it. You have to watch/listen to this song performed by Home Free. It's worth watching. Very nice review.

[@DaddyDoom]

Always firmly believed that Mark is the soul brother of David Gilmour.

[@chrism6764]

That moment the drums kick in, and the guitar, it gets me every time I hear it. Incredibly powerful song.

[@elcapitan428]

Hi Stacy, you just hit the nail on the head with this great reaction 👍🏻😊...keep up the nice work 🙌🏻👍🏻😄

[@ezza9578]

a very respectful track, and very respectfully done, dire straights! top drawer!

[@jeffstevens4262]

The words are being sung by a soldier dying in The Falklands during the war with the UK back in 1982. Mark Knopfler is a genius songwriter/performer/storyteller and not many guitarists can make their guitar cry and sing like Mark can. Fun fact: Mark doesn't use a pick, and he's actually left handed...! Lovely reaction Catlady. You really do 'get it' ❤

[@garrycroft4215]

It gets me every time. One of the best recordings of all time. ❤

[@stevearnott7693]

On a side note, Every Street is another great song from DS and well worth a listen and reaction

[@chrisbree3467]

Been waiting for this one Stacey, thanks so much for your reaction. Always makes me tear up being an ex soldier and losing brothers in conflict. I witnessed their suffering. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@user-br3kl5sr7i]

This single version is unbelievably perfect, the album version of brothers in arms is simply even more perfect. Good job Stacey!

[@MajorTom1186]

One of the best songs EVER written ❤️

[@shegocrazy]

Saw them do this live twice. It's always an experience.

[@Songfugel]

This is my favourite song of all time, so glad to see you react to it and feeling the emotions it conveys ❤

[@robfive2555]

Timeless track..

[@andrepinheiro6424]

Dire Straits Rules! And Mark is a genius!

[@jameshannon2980]

Just found your channel. I am a Veteran and the look on your face during this song tugs at the heart strings. Might I also add you should add to your background being a model, you are very beautiful and seem like a wonderful person. We veterans have lost so many pretty young ladies during our service, just another casualty of our service time.

[@MrFerperro]

My favorite reactor and one of my favorite songs, just wonderful. I have sung this song with my friends so many times at late and (slightly) alcoholized hours! Mark Knopfler makes his guitar talk and weep like no other. If you are to continue with Dire Straits, I'd recommend Telegraph Road, Romeo and Juliet, Tunnel of Love...

[@TheMule71]

I love your reactions! It's inspiring to watch young people explore old music. Pink Floyd, Queen and Dire Straits are the bands of my youth. A short list of must listen to songs by Dire Straits: "Private Investigation", "Telegraph Road (live)", "Tunnel of Love", "Romeo and Juliet", "Love over Gold".

[@ricardodylan3106]

Hi, timeless, intimate and wonderful music. I remember the band's performance in the 1985 Live Aid concert for humanitarian aid to Ethiopia, with a special appearance by Sting. Great reaction, Stacey.

[@edh3709]

Great reaction. It's amazing how he makes his guitar cry. I get emotional every time I listen and watch this song. 😢

[@michaelwanklin3580]

A beautiful evoking piece of music. I have loved this song for more than maybe 40 years.

[@waynefinnicumbb7218]

My dad was a disabled Vietnam Vet. When he passed away, I played this song at his funeral. Still brings a tear to my eye when I hear it.

[@robertevans2450]

This song, along with Rod Stewart's Sailing and Duran Duran's Rio, in the late 80s through the 90s could be found on any jukebox anywhere in the world. It didn't matter if you went to a pub/bar in UK, Denmark, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Israel, Dubi, India, Vietnam, S. Korea, Japan, Australia, NZ, USA, Canada, Mexico, and the many islands in between...if there was a jukebox, these tracks could be found on it. I used to consider it the Universal truth of the world.

[@JimBobele]

For me "Brothers in arms" and "Wish you were here" are 2 songs that are somehow magically connected. Whenever I hear one of them I also have to think of and play the other one. Probably due to the same emotions these songs create inside. Man, music is beautiful and I'm grateful that these guys exist and create such incredible masterpieces... And I'm also happy that I grew up in a time when lots of these where created... It definitely had an impact on me growing up with this stuff

[@SlingerOfNoGuns]

Very lovely reaction Stacey. Hats off to you appreciating being vulnerable after listening to a song. Since you clearly like to see different sides of bands/artists, I warmly suggest "Private Investigations" by Dire Straits (On The Night, live). I think you would like the film noir feel of it.

[@bobbelleci9995]

I was a product of the Vietnam war. I had friends in the 101st airborne. Many did not return. His guitar cries for all those veterans who did not return to their families. This song always gets me choked up. Beautifully written and performed by Dire Straits. 😢🇺🇸

[@felixthecat02]

It was used in the TV show 'West Wing' after 'that' scene in the Cathedral (BTW one of the greatest moments in TV history)

[@chrishampton1981]

The West Wing is superb television and the scene that uses this song is incredibly powerful

[@adrianleigh7410]

Mark lost friends in the Falklands War and wrote this as a tribute to them. But I personally think it’s about the whole futility of war and the consequences. The ending brings hope.

[@PaddyDixieTheMinerva82]

I'm an ex Royal Navy Falklands war veteran. I don't know if this was inspired and written due to that conflict but it covers all needless and futile wars, created and caused by the psychopathic narcissists who reach the top of the food chain in our civilisation. Having been raised earlier during the beginning of the then latest sectarian conflict in N Ireland, this song conveys to me the message of the reality which is that, when you are at a point of realisation that you might die with your fellow humans beside you in battle, we are all family. When we unite as Brothers in Arms against our common enemy as i referred to before, only then will songs and poetry like this cease to be needed to be written

[@user-xv6bv8bx4z]

Я живу в России, и я против войны, которая сейчас ведется. Эта песня символизирует мой протест. Эта песня существует вне времени и вне событий

[@charles.field.uk_official]

Мир и любовь, брат. ☮️