We Have Never Felt This Way🥹!!! Our First Time Reacting To Dire Straits-Brothers In Arms

[@Pomdownuder]

Written for the 1982 Falklands war about a soldier dying, surrounded by his comrades, it is held in high regard by most British veterans and used at many of our funerals. I've got it penned in for mine when the time comes.

[@nickrandall2154]

Put it off for as long as possible.....

[@Pomdownuder]

@@nickrandall2154 doing me best Nick, cheers matey,🍻 keep ya 'ed down

[@rogerramjet5302]

Wild Theme for my last journey but this always chokes me. MK is a poet, musician and genius.

[@Pomdownuder]

@@rogerramjet5302to our last Tab mate🍻 make it a good 'un

[@Pomdownuder]

@@Andy4div FMD - what a version you weren't kidding Andy.(to any one else here's the link; kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpampHZunJeWrac )

[@zorby6286]

I appreciate that you ladies listened to the whole song without interruption and took the time to appreciate the beauty of this amazing classic.

[@TheMerlin672]

It makes a pleasant change, doesn't it?

[@darkiee69]

Mark is the narrator, the guitar is the singer in this piece.

[@jdQuinnn]

Beautifully put.

[@davidmitchell1959]

I’ve loved this song for so many years but this is the first time I’ve heard it described in this perspective. I think you’ve described it just brilliantly.

[@SmilingDesertCobra-ef1ly]

That is so perfectly said

[@topgazza]

20 seconds in and I feel myself welling up. Every time. An immensely emotional, gripping song that tears at your heart even if you dont relate to the story. Masterpiece

[@steveelliott1072]

Me too.😎🎸❤️

[@theolamp5312]

When you hear Mark Knopfler on guitar, you'll know it's him. I've never heard anyone duplicate his sound.

[@edeledeledel5490]

Never a note out of place....

[@georgesheffield1580]

His Bass player comes closest ,of course he is th only one to have played continuously with Mark since the inception of Mark's musical career ( 45 years +).

[@edeledeledel5490]

@@georgesheffield1580 He has had two regular bass players John illsley with Dire Straits until1977-1995, and since then for his solo work and touring he has mostly used Glen Worf.

[@davidfeltz8697]

He continues to dazzle me. So unique so emotional.

[@gavinpaice8008]

Apparently it's about a British soldier who was shot during the Falklands war. His comrades/brothers sat with him and talked with him before his eyes shut. War is cruel.

[@jemp1965]

Unfortunately this song is so timeless (e.g. currently Ukraine etc.), mankind will never learn!

[@horyzontzdarzen4628]

The only positive thing that comes out of the war is male friendship. It is a lifelong friendship. Greetings from Poland, may God bless you

[@annak8666]

Three beautiful souls listening to a deep song. This was all I needed today. Thank you. Love and Peace from Germany

[@alabhaois]

❤️

[@davidktd]

“These mist covered mountains are a home now for me….“ meaning he’s dying and not going to the lowlands to live

[@noone6559]

I was lucky enough to see Dire Straits live in Australia back in the 80's as a teenager.... one of the best concerts I have ever seen in my life.... Mark Knopfler makes that guitar sing.....

[@babylonsister118]

Being 64 and still attending concerts fairly regularly, I keep saying, "If I could just see Dire Straits, I would die a happy girl"! He is in my top two favorite guitarists, the other being Derek Trucks! But M.K. has like a call and respond type style the I really dig. It's like he sing a verse or line and his guitar plays a response.

[@vinsgraphics]

Lucky bugger, they came to Mackay Q and I didn’t have the nerve to go by myself, a too damn shy for my own good teenager. Still kicking myself to this day… Next day I went out and bought everything DS, kicked myself harder.

[@tobiasware]

I saw Dire Straits at the Homestead Hotel in Zillmere, Brisbane, Queensland in the early 1980s. Fantastic.

[@colingoode3702]

Ditto. Saw DS at Wembley back in the 80's. I have all their albums on vinyl. One of my all time favourite bands. MK is one of the greatest guitarists with a unique playing style & sound. TBH all the band members are very special in their own right.

[@babylonsister118]

@@colingoode3702 Totally agree. The only other guitarist that comes close in my list is Derek Trucks!

[@sinelo3965]

After having listened to it so many times I still get goose bumps

[@Jack-pu4rf]

This was my brother's favourite song, he is sadly not with us anymore it took me years to listen to it again I found it heartbreaking and just too emotional, but lately I look on the bright side and remember the good times we had. Thank you ❤️

[@murdoch691]

Bless you and your brother ❤

[@lincliff663]

This whole album was filled with great songs but this is the heartbreaker because it was written for a soldier, but it could apply to any person who has been affected by all the wars since - which never seem to end.

[@Practicaleyes]

Humble. Intelligent and really worth listening too. And, of course, Mark Knopfler is a musical genius :)

[@willfromyadkinville]

somebody is getting ready to cry!

[@cuisina1055]

As a veteran this song is a tough one. I always play it on Anzac day for my brothers who are gone now. Another great song by Dire Straits is TELEGRAPH ROAD . And if you girls like a bluesy kind of sound try YOU SHOOK ME by Led Zeppelin. ; ).

[@neximus672]

i love this song with all of my heart. it’s pure eargasm.

[@arnoldcox9128]

Beautiful song both his somber voice and the guitar crying makes it so good

[@wesmartyn3829]

Yellow eyeshadow is so gorgeous on a lively lady.

[@jasonjones3638]

Its about the Falklands War, I lost a family member, and if there weren't arguments between the Navy and Army we could have come out of that with barely any loss of life. Sad but true, thanks for not interrupting xxx new subscriber

[@markadams2767]

Ladies you will not find a finer tune than this....I saw them perform this for the first time live and it just blew everyone away. You could hear a pin drop

[@raycope2086]

Be safe, be sane, be happy, but be YOU, beautiful ladies. I wish you rainbows.

[@dude9318]

Good to see people respecting these type of songs that honour good soldiers

[@Uller1967]

We're fools to make war on our brothers in arms. Powerful!

[@kathleenmurphy6220]

I was just about to comment on the very same line from this epic song .

[@jeffstevens4262]

It's a perfect marriage of video, music and lyrics. All compliment each other perfectly. Such a powerful message. 'We're fools to make war on our brothers in arms'.

[@cliffordlowerre1381]

Powerful. Tearful. Another favorite of mine is "Industrial Disease". Can't miss with these guys!

[@jesuslopezfernandez5201]

Me alegro que los jóvenes sepan apreciar la música más allá del regaeton . Congratulations from Barcelona-

[@Drummer4life86]

Keep your brothers and your sisters in your arms

[@robinfriday9583]

Masterpiece incredible THANKS MARK ❤❤

[@karmaneh]

Such beautiful ladies - take care!

[@kevinlytle6215]

Thank you! Blessed are those who have true friends who would stand by and, with you, when you are facing struggle. War, loss, disease, it doesn't matter.

[@kevinjewitt6347]

It is in our power to ban all wars, the people that start them never have to fight and die for them.

[@phillipwalker6517]

This is one among so many great songs by Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits. If this is your first time you have some of the most fantastic music to look forward to and enjoy.

[@jallan9578]

I don't think Dire Straits would appreciate your omitting the 'R' from 'Dire' ... I really don't!

[@phillipwalker6517]

@@jallan9578 Ooops! Well spotted J. I'll do a quick edit. I hope Mark didn´t see it. 😁 PS. I also spelled Straits with a GH. Surprised you didn´t spot that too. 🙄

[@iamthecaptainofmysoul2293]

@@jallan9578 I don’t think the Knopflers should complain about anyones pronunciation or spelling tbh

[@jallan9578]

@@phillipwalker6517: I might have done - but Dire Straits becoming DIE Straits ... THAT couldn't be left as was. 😁

[@phillipwalker6517]

@@jallan9578 I agree. Tanks for brongong it to mu atrention.

[@wesmartyn3829]

3 beauties reaction video, well done.

[@danw3735]

Great reaction to an amazing song, well done ladies

[@wesmartyn3829]

The song I played, for my friend that passed away. R.I.P. Fabulous reaction.

[@АлександрНик-е6ц]

Молодцы, девчонки, не дай бог вам это увидеть. Счастья вам

[@АлександрНик-е6ц]

Вы красатульки, будете такими всегда

[@julianwatson2301]

Well done girls and welcome to REAL, performed music

[@bobbygeorge9964]

I agree,was about Falklands war,but could be eternal for any war,before and after ,MASTERPIECE

[@pasteye1671]

There is a palpable link between Knofler's heart and his fingers. You hear it best on this track.

[@barrypos55]

Love this song... you ladies gave it so much love. X

[@williamwilson8582]

It's an anti war song , another beautiful version was done by Joan Baez. Well worth a listen to .

[@garyrobb5341]

Although about the Falklands, it pertains to many wars. There’s a good video about that war. In another video, there’s a WW2 German soldier holding his son. You’re all so sweet. Luv ya!

[@kimbirch1202]

God bless you ladies

[@M4DDISON]

Mark Knoppfler is a genius on this guitar

[@BazColne]

Beauty is so much enhanced by concentration.

[@Lonely_Goat]

A legendary song writer. 99% of songs are about love. The other 1% mark knopfler wrote. although you could argue this is about love.

[@babylonsister118]

He was referring to those in the military, especially during wartime!

[@davespears2241]

Lovely reaction.

[@jimmunro4649]

Great Band to see Live I did in NZ many years ago band Sounded unreal there was 80,000 people we all had a great night

[@michaeltaylor8835]

This video is in my top 5

[@fatifati-vh3tx]

Un grand guérier avec sa guitare il ma vraiment etoné par çes mélodie .45 ans d'ecoute des dire straits.un grand monsieur mark knopfler.un tres beaux morçeaux .

[@purplewos]

War is evil.

[@rinobifolchi9402]

PLEASE watch this song Live from Nelson Mandela's Birthday celebration - stunning

[@azazelfukuda]

🔰🔰🔰CONGRATULATION FOR WHATCHING TO DIRE STRAITS__THE LEGEND OF ALL THE WORLD !!___ THANK YOU FROM SÃO PAULO - BRAZIL - SOUTH LATIN AMERICA

[@ravnholt75]

Try the same song, but live at the Mandela concert. It very emotionel

[@martinstubbs7974]

Absolutely!! Wonderful rendition played from the heart!!!

[@kentl7228]

Yes. He was in the zone, the greatest version. He felt the occasion

[@natrelacoustix]

Absolutely. The engineering was on point too. The lyric 'Every line in your palm' echoed perfectly and the look on Marks face at the same time... Magic.

[@tomvandeguchte911]

This song and the song that was done by Iron Maiden "the trooper" are really a little bit as reality

[@Rainy_Day12234]

Let’s give peace a chance.

[@erikthorne]

It is about the futility of war and the people you are trying to kill are your fellow brothers living on one world under one sun but living in different ones. When they are done trying to kill each other, for reasons unknown to them, they return to their valleys and their farms and they will no longer burn to be brothers in arms. Just fellow members of the same world under the same sun instead of living in different ones.

[@johnross8944]

Love the yellow eye lid girl x

[@StarTiger63]

So apt for the Ukraine war against Russia!

[@TheOrlandoTrustfull]

It's really not

[@damianreid2452]

I think you mean the Russian war against Ukraine

[@kevinjewitt6347]

Definitely not.

[@heyimgoingtoplaysomegames]

Ukrainian citizens for years have been trying to tell people it’s the black sun Nazis that are in the Ukrainian army that have been shelling their own people. I love you for being here and sharing in this wonderful music, but we can’t afford to be ignorant in the face of deceptive tyrannical forces. Much peace and love to you.

[@raskolnikov6443]

Donbas ❤ Luhansk and Donezk! Brave people fighting against the west!

[@barrylamb2407]

just a geordie genius

[@markknight2327]

Thanks.

[@tikt99]

Someone should make a reaction to reactions...because there is much to say too 😂

[@cmsxcb]

Ladies - if this song moves you, can I suggest you grab hold of the earlier Making Movies album by them. It'll blow you away.

[@alanhilton7336caradventure]

This song demonstrates how foolish it is for us humans to fight against one another our world is just a speck in the universe we are an island in the cosmos and we are all brothers and sisters...WAR should be outdated and consigned to history.

[@markhudson1887]

THANKYOU THIS SONG IS ABOUT ALL OF HUMANITY WAR IS FUTILE X

[@lindabland9656]

When you ladies want to listen to some of America's Southern Rock Bands, and what they offer to the Rock & Roll world. You MUST listen and react to Lynyrd Skynyrd band. You will always find their Greatest single titled "Sweet Home Alabama". Another one of theirs is "Call Me The Breeze" and "T for Texas". High energy and great guitarists with piano magic. 😁

[@Bradleymc612]

I heard this live at the o2 arena.

[@georgefisher1995]

I BEG OF YOU ! ! , please listen to Home Free’s cover. They do an A Cappela version that honors Mark’s song, yet brings out the heart twisting feelings and meaning of the song. They show the thankfulness of a wounded soldiers last words for not being left alone, to his anger, pain, and confusion of what happened, to his last goodbye. Their song goes to his fade to black, THEN ends with two notes that sound like a pipe-organ! Chills from beginning to end.

[@paulwood5803]

I have seen a lot of people recommending home free's cover, so I listened to it. It's decent cover, very different and because it is A Capella it loses so much for me. another comment here says Mark is but the narrator and his guitar is the singer, and that is so true. So the Home Free version leaves me completely indifferent I'm afraid. This is one of those songs that it would require an exceptional artist/band to cover and even come close to doing the original justice, Home Free isn't it.

[@georgefisher1995]

@@paulwood5803 so sad you don’t hear the true meaning, and feeling of the song, but oh well, we all have different ears, and emotions. Home Free captures the essence of the song, and leaves a trail of emotion that is lost in the original. An absolute masterpiece of poetry by Mr. Knophler, yet rendered to perfection in interpretation by Home Free.

[@paulwood5803]

@@georgefisher1995 Oh I hear the true meaning quite clearly in the original, I guess this is why musical appreciation is different for all of us.....

[@andyfletcher3561]

@@paulwood5803 I absolutely agree. Even Joan Baez's cover is really just alright, and it's better than Home Free's. Those guys are great, really great, but their style doesn't fit every song they cover...

[@adam_mawz_maas]

@@paulwood5803 Thanks for summarizing exactly why I didn't like the Home Free version.

[@timm2428]

Semper FI.

[@garyhargreaves5683]

Cool

[@Lonely_Goat]

Listen to "sailing to Philadelphia" same guy.

[@christopherhalbert5760]

Listen to Mark Knopfler's "If This Is Goodbye". It is inspired by the people who did not survive 9/11. Very moving

[@dbun4761]

Powerful

[@th.burggraf7814]

I enjoyed listening to this song, although I have to admit, I was a little distracted by those three beautiful women...❤️ 😉

[@roadamerica33]

I always post before the commenter comments. So ladies. Let's hear it.

[@luispino4296]

PRETY GIRLSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@jaynicholas523]

Check out dire straights sultans of swing and telegraph road

[@garyrobb5341]

❤

[@richardsmyth4453]

please react to 'brothers in arms' by Home Free

[@Schottlandfan1965]

✌✌✌

[@whakatauwhata7998]

Beautiful and perfect

[@garrymoore2161]

Oops, you listened to fire straights. I know Markl Knopfler wrote this but it is like Johnny Cash doing it to give a more significant meaning. Listen to Home Free (the accapella group)do this.

[@martinandersson7634]

if you ever want to see this from Sweden?

[@blindriv3r]

Great reactions, here is another very moving performance, he did another of his iconic songs in tribute to a racing legend who had recently passed kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3bKfqetZpimb6s

[@aryastark772]

We’re fools to make war on our brothers in arms

[@Oluwafunke]

❤😊

[@michaeltaylor8835]

End war support veterans

[@isobeljames1328]

I'm here for the cheeks

[@TheSpaghettihoop]

Hello Girls and Greetings from Bonnie Scotland - I would greatly suggest A Song, An Artist and a Performance for you to react to = The Song "Iron Sky", The Artist "Paolo Nutini and The Performance is Live at The Abbey Road Studios in London. the Song Artist and Performance will Blow your Mind, it is awesome.

[@bobbyquinting3918]

Without darkness, we could not see or appreciate the light. For Good to exist, there must be Bad. Every war is wrong and every war is necessary to teach us that. Humanity is a war prone specie, but we have the capacity to learn from our mistakes. We seldom do though -sadly.

[@catherinehoffpauir6323]

Young men sacrificed by those with power and nasty egos.

[@marcoanjos6837]

England vs Argentina war

[@jallan9578]

A script might help.

[@nicktozie6685]

Song is ok but that guitar is literally singin

[@lesjones7617]

A song for Ukraine today!

[@TheLDunn1]

This is a general observation, not a specific one to this video. I’ve noticed an increasing amount of these ‘reaction to listening to ‘x’ for the first time’ KZbin videos. The thing that always amazes me, is how do folk sufficiently ‘into’ music enough to do KZbin videos on the subject, get to adulthood without hearing these really big famous groups??? This isn’t intended as a criticism at all, I am just genuinely surprised at the ages of people hearing really big well known bands for the first time. Observation no.2 - specific to this video, were you reacting to the music, or the music & video? It might make a difference, one appeared to listen with eyes closed so was 100% music, the other two seemed to be focused on a screen and reacting to the video. Both are valid, although I think having the mix like this may result in inconsistent reactions. It might be better to listen / react to just the music first, then maybe watch (& listen) to the video after? Just a thought. Suggestion, if you have not done so already, listen to Telegraph Road by Dire Straits, personally, I think this is one of their greatest.

[@markmuller7962]

Don't get the fake thumbnail