Who in the world is Peter Gabriel? In Your Eyes Epic Live Performance (Reaction!)

[@MrTrollerboy]

I realize i´m getting old when people pose questions like "Who in the world is Peter Gabriel?" I´d never have thought someone would ask this. But of course, time has passed.

[@seanmcphail9585]

Right there with you. Struggling to imagine a world where Gabriel is fading from the public eye… gen X doesn’t forget.

[@htoddgriffin4787]

We're watching a reaction video from a guy that doesn't know anything about music. I know Tommy Dorsey, but he died before I was born.

[@whoseturnisit9733]

I was shocked until I remembered I’m nearly 60. My eldest son when 3 danced to and was memorised by sledgehammer’ and still remembers it.

[@Reapwhatsown]

Shocked.

[@Reapwhatsown]

If they could only experience rock radio in the early-mid eighties.

[@marianclough8577]

He's actually singing. In those days, when you had a name like Peter has, YOU SING LIVE or no one will go to hear you again. No autotune.

[@kd8199]

Peter was definitely singing this live. Not auto tune. He’s a phenomenal singer.

[@blakerbnsn]

F auto tune. This is what true talent sounds like.

[@sallyphillips9175]

Yeah, auto tune didn't exist back then.

[@doylescordy]

Right. Auto tune was first launched in 1997, and "Believe" by Cher was the first big song to use it in 1998.

[@TheReadWriter]

He was definitely singing this live, but what we are hearing is an overdub. He is a phenomenal singer, but only those in attendance that night will know if he was a phenomenal singer that night.

[@kd8199]

@@TheReadWriter - just read the comments below by people who were there. You have your answer. They may even tell you nothing was dubbed.

[@johnwilliamson3879]

Oh, Man. New to Peter Gabriel. There is SO much you need to listen to. No lip syncing no auto tune. What you hear is live and natural.

[@melissayost4888]

So. Love what you did there. 😂

[@olderandwiser333]

The Genesis vibe is because Peter Gabriel was their lead singer, when Phil Collins was the drummer. It was when Peter Gabriel left the band that Phil Collins took over the singing part.

[@duster8up]

The funny part is Phil didn't want to sing lead. They went through at least 400 auditions before they were like "Sorry Phil, it's gotta be you."

[@TIMBERFRAMER9]

And that’s when Genesis changed from artistic to commercial focus.

[@PaulMDove2]

I've heard many reactors say that in the songs immediately after Phil took over from Peter in Genesis he sounded like Peter. This is the first time I've heard anyone say Peter sounds like Phil listening to In Your Eyes. Yes maybe for some other older late 70s early 80s songs they do sound alike, but I just don't hear it myself with this one.

[@dave30076]

@@TIMBERFRAMER9 Yes and no. When Genesis hit the 1980s, they really went commercial (like so many others). I'd say from 1975 to 1980, Genesis had a lot of music that was still artsy and progressive like it had with Gabriel, but it wasn't very commercially popular.

[@matteoedwardes2876]

I prefer Phil imo. Peter is very prog rock where Phil is more mainstream and a drummer with a killer voice? Rare.

[@Candyliz2003]

I SOOOO LOVE seeing new generations enjoy the previous generation's music like this!💜

[@daveiles7627]

Female singer is Paula Cole. Her hit “ Where have all the cowboys gone “ was triple Grammy nominated

[@megnotmegan1966]

Thank you, lol, I was trying to remember without looking it up 😂❤❤❤

[@kristypickett4227]

And “I don’t wanna wait” I think too. Haven’t heard her for awhile but I love her unique voice

[@The-Chrystalmachine]

The whole this fire album is really good​@kristypickett4227

[@SharilynBratton]

Paula Cole so talented she had a hit or two back in the ‘80s and has such a fantastic voice.

[@fluffydeath9252]

@@kristypickett4227 a Whole generation is going to know her voice, from Dawson's Creek alone.

[@mclovin6239]

This performance restores my faith in humanity. Look what can be accomplished when everyone works together.

[@jodyjackson5475]

The beauty that humans can create when working together is awe inspiring and would be transformative on so many levels, too bad how dissent is sewn and discontent encouraged keeps us shackled to the opposite

[@arcturusmengsk1470]

I busted up laughing when you said that he reminded you of Phil Collins. Peter Gabriel started as the lead singer and major force of Genesis, and Phil Collins was the drummer. When Peter left the band to have a solo career, the band elected Phil to come out from behind the drumkit and become the lead singer. If not for Peter Gabriel leaving Genesis, you probably would never have heard of Phil Collins.

[@goldenthug9]

I remember when Peter left after Lamb Lies Down album btw a masterpiece prog album. When Phil took the lead vocals many Gabriel Genesis fans said Phil sounded like Peter Gabriel lite haha. Btw Solsbury Hill is on 90% of my playlists. I am 61 years 9 months 10 days today!! VIVA!!

[@petrilampela]

This is funny, I remember listening to Carpet Crawlers years ago in the car with my ex and she asked that am I listening to Phil Collins. I said yes, but he's the drummer 😂 I guess he already did some backing vocals then but he totally thought Peter was Phil. They've always had quite a similar tone.

[@audreymoore5743]

Me too🤣

[@heyheyjk-la]

Most of the Peter Gabriel era Genesis songs are part of my DNA having listened to them so much over the decades, and he will always be one of my favorite vocalists of all time. The reason that Phil Collins sounded so much like Peter initially, especially on the first album without Peter, is because Phil had to sing Peter's vocals many times during live concerts due to many of the costumes and masks that Peter wore that prevented him from singing. So, Phil basically imitated Peter during those songs, although Phil did sing lead on two songs during Peter's time with the band, my favorite being the beautiful "More Fool Me" from the fabulous "Selling England by the Pound" album. People also forget what a amazing drummer Phil was, as well.

[@bill3118]

Genesis lost an awful lot when he left.

[@susanbrazee3915]

As a girl getting ready to turn 70, I love watching these. I’m sad for anyone that didn’t get to grow up through that generation of music. They were real artists and could sing. Raw talents that project real emotions.

[@foots-qt4pk]

Before you ask, her name is Paula Cole. Peter is BIG into world music. "Secret World" concert is on youtube and is well worth watching.

[@kylengriffin5285]

yeap RIP Papa Wemba

[@truckrboat]

She went on from this tour to release her own music and had a couple big hits in the US “I don’t wanna wait” and “ where have all the cowboys gone” to name a few of the biggest ones

[@davexvs]

Paula replaced Sinéad O'Connor who pulled out at the last minute and i must say she did a phenomenal job well spotted Peter {:-) PAV UK

[@suenobles189]

I tape this concert on VHS when it played on TV. I remember dancing around with my child back then. I bought it on CD so I could enjoy it now.

[@franciscobello1519]

His record label Real World, amazing shit

[@CeK2465]

Thumbs up for Peter. One of the best songs ever created.

[@theAkildare]

A must hear and must see list of Peter Gabriel: Don´t give up (ft. Kate Bush) Biko - 6/15/1986 - Giants Stadium Solsbury Hill (Live DNA) Sledgehammer Shock the Monkey Steam His music videos on MTV were a class of ther own.

[@nerfzombie6242]

When I was in college, there was a radio station out of Charotte, NC (I think) who changed their name and programming, had something to do with monkey in the title. Anyway, for two days before the switch, they played Shock the Monkey over and over, non-stop for FORTY-EIGHT HOURS! To this day, I cannot listen that song! 🙂

[@jonibz1456]

Add to this list “chamber of 32 doors” with Genesis

[@StephanieGoodwin-g2w]

I would add Mercy Street to the list. My favourite opening to a song probably ever... still get goosebumps every time

[@andrewharrington6953]

Mercy street, Red rain, Games without Frontiers

[@maryball1022]

Yes!! Also, "Shoot into the Light" so haunting.

[@BruceRichardsonMusic]

He's still killing it singing live all these years later. Peter Gabriel is a legend's legend. And most of these people are still with him.

[@FrehiwotTsigue]

The African man with the red had is a legend throughout the African continent: Papa Wemba from the Democratic Republic of Congo. He is not the original singer in the studio version of the song. Peter Gabriel's studio version featured another phenomenal singer called Youssou Ndour (from Senegal) who sings in his language Wolof.

[@TeslaRangerNY]

The lyrics he sings is "Sa bet chi lamp, chi tangaay, sa bet maangi ci biir" (repeated), which translates roughly to "You’re the lamp, you’re the candle, you’re the candle inside".

[@kevinkaurin8383]

@@TeslaRangerNY Thank you!

[@laurawelker9025]

He inspired Little Steven to create Sun City.

[@claimguy]

Sometimes music makes you cry, sometimes it makes you want to move and sometimes it makes you believe you can run through fire. But sometimes, when everything aligns it simply raises your soul. This is UPLIFTING.

[@anthonyguadagnino2681]

This is like an uplifting religious experience. The music, instruments, men, women, all colors.

[@lilybug246]

They are performing live. Every band performed live back then. If they didn’t, their careers would have been over. The bands from the 70’s and 80’s were amazing.

[@mickymiller6130]

60's too. You should hear a band called the Beatles. Another band called the Rolling Stones were pretty good too.

[@foxandscout]

@@mickymiller6130❤😊😊

[@zacmyers1]

Had an opportunity to see PG in Chicago in fall of 23. Still amazing. The show was spectacular and the voice is undeniable. From the 60’s to the 20’s and still awesome. Check out Games without Frontiers or Solsbury Hill; or with Genesis Supper’s Ready or The Musical Box. You’ll be hooked

[@n.s.8015]

And 90's! Bands - we're talking, not singers.

[@gregwarren4791]

I had the pleasure of seeing this show four times in 1993. I was at work picking up my check when a co-worker asked me if I wanted to go a concert that night. I said yes and then asked who we were going to see? She said Peter Gabriel. I was a DJ when I was in highschool and college and I went to many huge concerts as a radio personality for free. I had only heard Peter's hits but I liked the songs I knew. This show blew me away. It was the best sound and visual experience I had ever witnessed. I bought she and I a ticket for the show the next night and went to see it again. Then the band got sick and had to cancel a couple of shows, but they came back a few months later and we went to both of those shows. You can get a video of this show and watch it. I ended up buying all the Peter Gabriel cd's in the week after I saw the concert. And yes, it sounded THAT good live.

[@mikevandenboom5958]

What happened with the girl?

[@gregwarren4791]

@@mikevandenboom5958 She met a lawyer and fell in love, I guess it was love or greed. Either way, she dumped me.

[@mikevandenboom5958]

@@gregwarren4791 oh well, thanks for the tickets I guess 😃

[@justinestes6400]

Peter makes Elaine Benes look like Fred Astaire, but the man can write and sing!!

[@karencox3235]

What a great story! I had someone at work randomly give me concert tickets back in the late 80s. They were for Kenny Loggins in LA. I LOVED that concert! And another time, a guy that lived next to my dad (whom I was visiting in NY from Calif.) asked if I wanted to come with him and a friend (girl, but not girlfriend) to see Bon Jovi. It was SO FUN and an awesome time. Free tickets can be a blessing to a musical soul!

[@milesandmiles62]

I am the dude who donated a little bit but more, thought this was needed. So, please have you and your friends watch this - it really is special. He still is - I saw him live very recently. I am a straight boomer but love him and all he has created and stands for - full stop.

[@rejapgee]

The bassist is Tony Levin. A remarkable and unique player.

[@loadedorygun]

King Crimson’s fulcrum and so much more!

[@nooneinparticular87]

And King Crimson, Beat.

[@riccampbell]

@@nooneinparticular87 Seeing Beat here in Phx in a few weeks. Can't wait!!

[@nooneinparticular87]

I’m jelly! Enjoy the show!😃

[@jgladwig]

Tony is a longggggg time crucial anchor for many bands. Nice guy too - got to meet him at a WOMAD fest.

[@elizabethscharnell9787]

This show was 1993 you said. I took hubby to see him in 2023 and it was an amazing experience! Loved singing along the songs I knew, loved vibing to the ones I didn't. We'd been to three Jimmy Buffett concerts, but I told hubby that this guy is WORLD CLASS! Am I the only one who was laughing when Sebs said "Big Time" a few times in the beginning?

[@goytabr]

I definitely chuckled, though "Big Time" my least favorite song from "So".

[@jeffhoyt5661]

Gabriel has always surrounded himself with top talent. The bass player and the guitarist have been with him for over thirty years.

[@parissimons6385]

Bassist Tony Levin is a recurring member of King Crimson, is part of Stick Men, and does lots more. He played on Peter Gabriel's most recent tour in North America last year.

[@stevem-h3562]

and Manu Katche is one of the best drummers in the world.....

[@ztazon]

Guitar player David Rhodes is amzing. So versatile, so precise, so tasty. More than 40 years now as PG's main guitarist

[@AuntieDeb71]

Hubby came home (Hamilton Ontario) one night in 06 and said "Tony Levin is playing at the Corktown Tavern tonight, let's go." I almost refused to go because I was sure it was a practical joke. But it was him. At this (at the time) dilapidated old inner city neighbourhood bar. Great concert. How they got him to come there I will never figure out.

[@Briekout]

How many artists would insist on the supporting stage crew join in on the finale display. Peter Gabriel was a phenomena in music. Period.

[@tombrown7525]

Congratulations Sebs, you finally discovered the masterful Peter Gabriel performing one of his masterpieces. The energy in this performance is amazing, and the African influence is a great addition to this performance. Like you say, it's a lot of fun. Now, check out Don't Give Up from the same concert also accompanied by Paula Cole. A tear jerker for sure but so beautiful. Your advice on cell phone etiquette is spot on.

[@davexvs]

i prefer the original "don't give up " with Kate Bush with the eclipse in the background

[@tombrown7525]

Agree, hard for me to decide. Peter Gabriel, with Kate Bush, or Paula Cole, what's not to like? Thanks for commenting

[@jlinms8721]

My favorite version was the performance from last year's i/o tour. Ayanna Witter-Johnson played violin and did backing vocals, she was AMAZING.

[@jlinms8721]

During PG's tour last year, he took time to show his sound guy, truck drivers, and stage hands on the screens so we could all give them love. The guy is all about giving everyone credit.

[@steveandme63]

When you are as good as Peter Gabriel, you can be confident enough to share the spotlight.

[@duncandavenport7007]

I had the privilege of seeing Peter Gabriel three times, twice on the "So" Tour (at Joe Louis Arena & later that same year at Pine Knob) and once at the Palace on THIS tour (Secret World). During the "So" Tour he was still ending the show with "Biko" which was both heartbreaking and exultant. This, however, is the way he ended "Secret World" at the Palace. Each song had the effect of uniting the entire crowd and for just a few precious minutes you could feel how beautiful and strong humanity could be if only we were able truly come together on what things were important and what things WEREN'T. Best of all, it was not a forced unity, but a VOLUNTARY unity. What HOPE Peter and his friends were able to inspire. While a couple/few artists have nearly gotten there, I've never left any other concerts feeling THAT good before or since. So, YES, it was absolutely this good live at each show. Even now I'm getting goosebumps all over again in the remembrance of it!

[@FireMunki63]

Its totally shocking to think that Peter Gabriel would not be singing live. I have seen him many times live. He has exceptional bands and musicians to bring LIVE music to the masses. He performs, and he sings live. You are young so are forgiven! The older artists were truly talented and didn't need autotune but had honed their crafft by 1000's of live performances + a dose of pure talent.

[@TheReadWriter]

He is singing live, no doubt, but what we are hearing isn't what he sounded like that night which is a tragedy.

[@joshb23]

Loved your reaction! "How can you not be smiling?" is the best comment and I'm guessing Peter Gabriel would think the best compliment ever.

[@astrydjames1175]

This entire show is incredible. He is amazing in concert.

[@bobaganush]

It is one of the greatest concerts ever recorded.

[@pedroV2003]

"Sa bet chi lamp, chi tangaay, sa bet maangi ci biir" and I believe it roughly translates to "Your eyes are bright, warm, your eyes are inside me."

[@ChrisEchoes]

What you need to know is that Peter Gabriel is not just a singer here but he is also heavily involved in how the whole thing is presented visually. His shows have always had a highly conceptual foundation that informs what you see. This tour was all about the horizontal plane with large round stage connected by a walkway to smaller one. It even had a conveyor belt in that walkway. The next tour (years later: Gabriel is notorious for taking very long to write and record new music) was the UP tour and everything was in a vertical plane and about showing things that were usually hidden. Still a round stage (revolving) in the middle of the arena but also stuff moving up, coming down from above. Band was dressed all in black, stage / camera crew wore orange overalls so you couldn’t miss them. At one point Gabriel and his daughter Melanie (who was doing backing vocals) were hanging upside down (and singing) above the stage. But with Gabriel the visual side never gets in the way of the music but actually reinforces what he is trying to get across.

[@gogglebox2427]

Yes, if a Performer puts on a show, as well as a Concert, you get the full experience. I follow Chinese singer Hua Chenyu, and he Composes the music, plays instruments, lays down his own voice multiple times for backing track. On top of that he chooses the venues and designs the staging, lighting, "story telling". Every aspect comes out of his mind. Recently did "Sunrise Concerts" which STARTED at 3.00am so he and his fans could watch the sun rise together. 2 years planning, all from a comment by a fan on a live stream saying she wanted to see the sun rise with him, and the Martians (his fans). (He even holds Video gaming and Mahjong Competitions during Day Concerts, Birthday gifts if you prove your Birthday and lots more). Like Peter it is an immersive experience.

[@edeledeledel5490]

He is a theatrical designer, producer and presenter as well as a superb musician and vocalist, and always has been...

[@suebee0619]

I saw this concert in Philly and 30 years later, it’s still tied for best concert I’ve ever been to. Plus he did an astounding amount of encores. Definitely worth watching the video of the whole concert. He has an amazingly talented band and vocalists from all over the world and is super supportive of world music. I love so much of his music, but his album Us is my favorite.

[@jokergreeting]

Finally. Peter Gabriel! Amazing musician.

[@rk41gator]

I saw him last year live and even in his 70s his voice is solid, even better than when younger. He is like a really good wine that develops with age. Fantastic show.

[@srdgrant]

I couldn't help but laugh every time in the intro that Seb referred to him as, "Big Time".

[@goosebump801]

@@srdgrant 😂😂😂😂

[@jessicamedina9005]

I saw Peter Gabriel last year and he is so appreciative of his band and is always praising them throughout the show. This song brought me to tears; one of the best love songs ever written; so timeless and universal.

[@JaneWalters-ni7se]

This concert is pure MAGIC. ❤

[@FredtheFrisian]

If I should name one exceptional quality of Peter Gabriel, it would be his (nearly) unmatched imagination. Also he has a great narrrative power. All the best from the Netherlands!

[@jeffreydooley3745]

Sebs, go find this entire concert and watch it with your wife. That evening in Italy was truly magical.

[@CountAdolfo]

And he spoke Italian to the crowd

[@annbarnidge2120]

I’ve watched this entire concert two or three times. Time to do it again! Love, love, love this man!

[@evildallas]

I saw this tour in Atlanta. It was the best concert I ever saw (and I've seen a lot of concerts).

[@davidmckenzie420]

Peter is an ICON, man.

[@mariefc8504]

All these years later, I still love this song. ❤❤❤

[@jeremyboynton6173]

Peter Gabriel is a rare musician. He's had an agreement with other artist for years that he will let them cover one of his songs if he is allowed to cover one of theirs.

[@raygunsforronnie847]

"Scratch My Back" and "I'll Scratch Yours". Some great stuff in those 2 recordings.

[@coreyhubbard5390]

I was at this concert and it was an incredible experience. Every song was choreographed so well. Each song seemed like a stage play. Also, through the course of the concert, every member of the band got to take a turn as frontman. Finally, The entire band all looked like they were having so much fun. It was like the best night of their lives for each of them. Everyone should watch this concert, it is pure magic from beginning to end.

[@julielazenby4160]

Peter Gabriel is AMAZING!!!!!! And just in case you haven't seen it, the movie Say Anything with John Cusack is famous for this song... he's standing outside his girl's house holding up a boom box and this song is playing.... very famous clip

[@mocat1]

One of the best scenes ever, from all the ‘80s movies. Definitely in my top 3 scenes.

[@Cherokeelion]

I married my wife that year, Say Anything was one of our date movies. She laid her head on my shoulder at the boombox scene and I somehow just immediately knew she was the one.

[@lynndespard8564]

One of his concerts, John Cusack jumped onto the stage, with the boom box over his head.

[@powercrush3]

I love this song, and this version especially. I grew up listening to Peter Gabriel and can't tell you how much I love that you loved it too.

[@rk41gator]

No ego with Peter Gabriel. He has wonderful lyrics, very spiritual. Both he and Paul Simon were huge in promoting World Music and encouraging that talent. His studio is called Real World Studios.

[@patriciamcl54]

Peter put millions of his own money into world music, which Simon did not. He (Simon) was only interested in incorporating their talent into his own limp music - Peter started a whole massive annual festival (and underwrote the losses) to bring people to the UK and get them an audience and open our ears.

[@rk41gator]

@@patriciamcl54 Very true. In starting his WOMAD (World of Music, Arts and Dance) festival, he nearly went bankrupt. As you know, Genesis came in and held a fundraiser (Six of the Best in 1982) that got him out of debt. Those guys are true friends......even as Gabriel left Genesis in 1975 with hundreds of thousands of debt themselves. Of course their 'sudden' rise to fame with Phil singing lead and a huge hit in 'Follow You Follow Me' in 1978 didn't hurt.

[@dearbelly]

And David Byrne.

[@daphnethornton4829]

Remember going to see this tour as with all Peter Gabriel tours I have been to it was amazing. The man is a pure genius and I am thankful to have been blessed to be around to witness such genius. I thank Peter Gabriel for all the joy be has given me and all who have likewise had these experiences having seen him.

[@oliverbendallcharles]

The performance is so ritualistic, you’re either smiling, crying or both by the end.

[@lisabrady8229]

Genius! So talented!!!! My favorite song..he is phenomenal!!!!

[@pacaluvr7963]

I am so glad that you have enjoyed this. Peter Gabriel was one of my favorite singers back in the late 80s and early 90s and I still listen to his music today. I attended a friend’s wedding and this was the song that they played for their first dance. And they never took their eyes off each other, I know it sounds cheesy, but it was really spectacular. Cheers.

[@Bennytet]

One of the best most moving performances ever of a brilliant song written by a legend, a genius and a humanitarian, a man with real humility shining in his element with all his fellow performers

[@wvman2374]

The video for this concert won a Grammy. From having listened to Peter Gabriel for several decades now, I feel he is the most sincere and empathic song writer and performer I've come across. You feel that HE really feels what he is performing, that his writing is from a first person perspective even if it clearly is not. Its pretty amazing sometimes.

[@ginafragata2947]

Peter Gabriel soooou amazing ❤😂

[@khaotical9699]

also, "in your eyes i see the doorway to a thousand churches" is possibly the greatest lyric ever

[@mistybenefield5796]

Agreed. One of my all-time favorites. I never would have imagined a single sentence could completely encompass total redemption, acceptance, and love.

[@lisamckay5058]

​@@mistybenefield5796 beautifully said.

[@DrMidnightWolffe]

@@mistybenefield5796Oh god yes. I used to play the heck out of this song when it came out (still do) and that line always hits me with its quiet beauty.

[@djnikkijax6475]

I always have said that I'll marry the man that says that to me. The most pure and complicated lyric ever.

[@stevenpugsley2557]

When I’m with my wife and this song comes on, and this lyric is sung,we look at each other and smile. After 24 years , Yes my love,I would marry you again.

[@pedroV2003]

Well I did see Peter Gabriel on this tour and it was the best overall concert I ever attended. And yea he (and the band) were that great. Hats off especially to Paula Cole andTony Levin and Manu Katche. FWIW Paula only had one rehearsal before she had to perform it.

[@Thegoodlife007]

As a 68 year old who grew up while these artist were really getting started. I am really happy the artist are finding a new audience on KZbin. I like your reactions and commentary. You actually interpreted this different than I had and I liked your thoughts. Thanks

[@kevinfarrell3121]

Man… I been telling you for over a year to do his “Solsbury Hill Live DNA version”. It’s possibly the best video I’ve ever seen. It’s him live in the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 2000’s, and 2010’s with drastic appearance changes throughout. Whoever did the editing should get an Oscar or whatever awards they get! It’s phenomenal.

[@blakerbnsn]

It's difficult to not watch this performance without tearing up. It just brings up emotions.

[@violentfrog_]

when they do the breakdown into Paula's soaring vocal, it gets me everytime

[@coyote1157]

Tears of joy

[@bonniepoole1095]

I watch this vid of Peter Gabriel over and over! Brilliant entertainer! RIP Papa Wemba. Incredible drummer, Manu Katché. Paula Cole, female vocalist. Brilliant!

[@awesomeRN2006]

Shaking the Tree from the same concert is great too. Enjoy!!

[@sherrysink3177]

I finally got a chance to see Peter Gabriel in concert when he toured with Sting and came to Milwaukee for Summerfest, and I started crying when he sang "In Your Eyes." I wasn't prepared for how beautiful it would be to hear it live. Everything about it was so moving. Sting even came out from backstage to sing back-up for Peter on this song, doing all the same back-up moves as the other singers, which made it even cooler. It felt like everyone was coming together in the moment to spread the message of the song: "In your eyes, I am complete..." An amazing performance all around. You should definitely check out Paula Cole (his back-up singer in this video) as well -- she's so good. I highly recommend all the tracks from her This Fire album. She even does a duet with Peter Gabriel called "Hush Hush Hush" that's beautiful and has a heartfelt meaning and genesis.

[@crashandburngaming5103]

I saw that concert in Edmonton. Epic. It was interesting hear them cover a few of each others tunes. Caught me off guard lol.

[@freyjabeth4372]

One of my favorite songs to lift my spirits - awesome. I find the lyrics quite spiritual

[@Nick-rd9er]

One of my favorite singer and he was Genesis ❤

[@mikefetterman6782]

This is the "boom box" song featured in the movie "SAY ANYTHING" starring Ione Skye and John Cusack (He serenades her by holding his boom box in the air, and she hears it though her window -----famous scene.)

[@mikefetterman6782]

I saw Peter at Woodstock 94, on the last day and, of course, he did this song.

[@shanadellos6034]

So so much of Peter’s catalog is worth diving into.

[@susanwright802]

I'm so glad you finally got to experience the brilliance of Peter Gabriel. A genius.

[@kyungsoosings2362]

Oh bro, the whole concert is amazing...singing all his hits, it makes me so awoke....now I need to watch it again, it is an experience. 💙🌺

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

:D If you'd like to see some *epic* original video production and hear another great Peter Gabriel song, try *Sledgehammer.*

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

When you understand Royalties as an essential income for musical creators and recording artists you don't mind the pauses. Remember when (lol...maybe you don't, but anyway), video cameras came out and people would sit in theaters and pirate movies, put them on VHS cassettes and sell them on the black market? :D The people who create don't receive anything when that happens.

[@SpideyVids]

There are so many great songs on So - Don't Give Up is my favourite song on the album.

[@bruceglazer3581]

I was lucky enough to see this tour live. It was absolutely incredible!! I knew of Peter and his music but didn't know what to expect. I was blown away by the whole thing.

[@basdebruin2355]

Peter Gabriel is an unbelievable talented artist. Very deep songs…artist extraordinaire, you should see him in his older years. Unbelievable beautiful matured. Try ‘Sky Blue’ a later peace of art.. hat he composed with the end of the song performed by the ‘Fabulous Blind Boys’ of Alabama. Out of this world!!!

[@stevem6095]

I was lucky enough to see this tour when it came to the UK. To this day it is my FAVOURITE live erformaance I have ever seen. Peter was and still is a genius and the last tour in 2023 proved that he can still perform incredibly live :)

[@davidmalarkey1302]

Its real musicians create a remarkable live sound. No backing track no lip-syncing just amazing talent.

[@ChrisEchoes]

I hate to break it to you but there is a decent amount of backing tracks used on this performance. Notice all the percussion sounds but there is only 1 drummer. Also some keyboard part. And then there is the fact that Gabriel himself writes in The booklet of the live album Secret World that it is “based on a live performance” which means they fixed some stuff later in the studio (something that happens a lot on live-albums). Oh, also the bass voice in the beginning is not live, but a recording of the actual voice used on the studio version. On the UP tour Gabriel was even more upfront on the use of backing tracks because he had all his computer screens out in the open on stage and you could see the backing and clicktrack being played on the screen.

[@marlew6629]

​@@ChrisEchoes lol. The point is this is a real performance from a live band of stellar musicians.

[@davidagnew1753]

​@ChrisEchoes The drummer is Omar Hakeem and your wrong, he is playing all the drum parts, all of the musicians on that stage are world class including the keyboard player you said didn't exist.

[@ChrisEchoes]

@@davidagnew1753 I did not say he did not exist, just that certain parts (like percussion and additional keyboard parts) are on a backing track. The percussion loop at the start of the song (and that runs through most of the song) is certainly not played by Omar Hakim. All of the musicians on stage are top class and having backing tracks is in no way a problem for me so long it is for additional stuff to provide just that little bit extra. Gabriel has done that on pretty much all his tours since the So album, everyone knows it and on the Up tour it was all in the open for everyone to see. Saw it myself standing pretty close to stage which meant I could actually read what was on the screen on Gabriel’s keyboard rig. Rachel Z (keyboardplayer on the Up) had one next to her on the floor if I remember correctly.

[@davidagnew1753]

@@ChrisEchoes I stand corrected.✌️🖖

[@NickNack-l4q]

What a celebration of love and life. This performance always brings a big smile on my face, and I've watched it sooo many times...

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Sledge Hammer,Steam,Shock the Monkey

[@michaelminch5490]

Solsbury Hill, Red Rain, San Jacinto, Biko, Don't Give up, Big TIme, I Have the Touch, Games Without Frontiers.....

[@susanalexander6721]

YES! YES! YES! TO ALL!!!

[@courtnayzeitler8564]

Shock!!!

[@raygunsforronnie847]

Rhythm of the Heat. Biko.

[@maryball1022]

Mercy Street, Shoot into the Light (Not bangers but haunting in the way he does so masterfully)

[@JJlovesPrince]

I was lucky enough to see him on this tour. It was one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to.

[@knox123]

One of my favorite tunes, I usually tear up when I hear it despite my best efforts. Both the studio version and this live version are glorious.

[@jobydogwhisperer4163]

One of the iconic singers. Never saw him but heard he was great. Loved watching this. You did a great job.

[@michaelminch5490]

The album this song originally appeared on, "So" from 1986, is incredible. No filler. No duds. Rock solid beginning to end. FIVE hit singles - half of the album.

[@nathanmcarthur]

TRUTH! Amazing album and he made incredible videos.

[@KathyWood-jg2kf]

This is THE concert to watch fully. And, one to return to. Constant presence in my playlist both on KZbin and other streaming platforms, but also to have on CD or Apple or whatever to listen to for a joyous roadtrip soundtrack!

[@robinreiley1828]

Peter Gabriel performed this song as the Encore and very last song on the Main ( North) Stage at Woodstock 94. I had been awake close to 90 hours, after a month of building the steel scaffolding stages for the Festival. I thought I could finally rest... But No, the Follow spot operator in the mix tower had passed out, and I had to run the follow spot.....

[@alanfloyd5473]

Saw Peter Gabriel last year, and, oh yeah, he is a legend. He is still so good! Glad that you've discovered him; dig deep and have fun, my friend!

[@pegasus00]

From a pastoral upbringing in Surrey, England to lead singer with Genesis for their early albums to his solo career where he was one of the early world music pioneers he has been one of the best musicians and singers ever. Always groundbreaking and always bringing in amazing musicians and giving them a stage to shine.

[@LinWrobel]

Peter Gabriel is amazing. So many awesome songs.

[@susanalexander6721]

Getting the Phil Collins vibe. Peter Gabriel was the lead singer of Genesis. Phil was the drummer, took over vocals when Peter went solo. This is live.

[@Ade2bee]

Phil Collins was the drummer of Genysis and then took over vocals after Peter Gabriel left Genysis and went solo. He is one of the most multicultural and accomplished musicians in the world, his album so legendary and his live concert even more. He never follows Fashion and always accomplishes what he sets out to

[@shawndawyman]

One of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@michaelescareno7048]

Really glad you reacted to this! I've been a fan of Gabriel since the 70s. And they are this good. I just saw them live in October 2023 in Austin, and the performance of this was amazing!!! You should definitely check out "Don't Give Up" from this 1993 show!!!!

[@tome2294]

Song has a duel meaning. Looking into the eyes of a loved one , and/or looking into the eyes of God.

[@SirCampalot1]

One of the true greats. A musical visionary with and eye for the visual. A seeker of world rhythms. He travelled the planet to find the world's best beats and musicians, invites them along and, like you said, let's them shine. It kills me you didn't know who he was. It kills me he might be forgotten.

[@thomassanchez-oo6sb]

Real music with Real Musicians unlike today’s music ✌🏼❤️

[@beldin2987]

There is still a hell lot of real music these days, just take a look at symphonic metal for example (bands like Epica, Nightwish, Within Temptation .. ). In the end that for me is to what evolved out of "symphonic rock" like we titled bands like Genesis and Yes back in the days. Or look and japanes metal bands like Lovebites, and just watch their live stuff always they are awsome.

[@thomassanchez-oo6sb]

@@beldin2987 have u ever heard of Emerson Lake and Palmer 🤔

[@ericcowsill7821]

Amen

[@iggy8702]

Yes, Big Time. That was one of his hits. Just saw Peter Gabriel last summer in Chicago. Really cool concert.

[@josephgallagher945]

His music touches the soul.

[@n.s.8015]

Gabriel is LEGEND. He is hardly known for his Genesis years. It was only a few, his solo career is most what he's known for and spans decades and albums. This tour - the Us tour, sold our coliseums throughout the US. I was there. One of the best live shows of my life. He is also one of the first artists that worked in-depth with musicians from all over the world - in particular Africa. He is one of the main reasons people started hearing African music / musicians. He created the WOMAD tour back in the early 80's. It used to be a touring festival that featured musical artists from countries around the world. You could hear a traditional Chinese musician, and then see a new U.S. band - like Arrested Development. And there were 10's of thousands of people there. I think one of the main reasons that a lot of people today don't know of Gabriel, is because he has long breaks between albums because he has other projects, and some of those are music projects that are not commercial radio oriented. He's quite intellectual and intelligent, he had a few projects involving technology and digital media even before that all took off. And he used to be very involved in philanthropic and advocacy efforts for different things. Checkout his song Biko. And BTW - He is nothing like Phill Collins. Phil is good and I loved him growing up, but he is pop and Gabriel is intellectual. Gabriel did a lot of therapy as well, his Genesis work is very out there, he channeled that energy differently in his solo career. A lot of the songs on Us were drawn from his breakup with a famous actress he'd either been dating or married to - can't remember, and that breakup caused him to seek therapy. AND, try listening to The Passion - by Gabriel. ALSO, watch "Come Talk to Me" from this same tour. The whole concert was recorded and released - it's the Secret World tour. More on WOMAD - which exists to this day and is held in the UK, Australia and Spain. realworldrecords.com/features/womad/womad-giving-the-world-back-to-the-world/

[@davidmontgomery9846]

In addition to other songs already mentioned listen to the beautiful song " Don't Give Up " with Kate Bush.

[@trainboy440]

When he sings it with Paula Cole in this concert is so good as well....!!!!!!!!

[@diannehusby-gordon9427]

@@trainboy440yes! This was such an amazing concert live.

[@mikehamill4825]

This whole concert is phenomenal. It perfectly blends every aspect of entertainment audio, visual, props, staging, lighting, film, lyrics, dance, musicianship, timing, simply all aspects of performing into one cohesive show within a show within a show within a show...a perfect textbook and a lifetime of education on how to perform.

[@richpatterson306]

Peter Gabriel is the most talented musician ever ❤ ❤❤❤

[@DeannaAKADeanna]

I believe that was Paula Cole singing at the beginning. She did some vocals for him. Saw her play live once (30 or more years ago) when she opened for Sarah McLaughlin. That woman gave a great show and I instantly became a fan. Great pipes! I like that he has worked with great apes (bonobos) with music. I've worked with gorillas and we were a fan of his for that, too. We know how smart and communicative they could be (I was friends with a famous gorilla who used sign language for the last 14 years of her life). He knows how smart bonobos are (gorillas, bonobos, and likely some other great apes have an innate capacity for & common use of gestural language). 🙂

[@kenneth2875]

Peter was the lead singer for Genesis’s first album. He left ti start a solo career. Phil Collin’s took over as lead singer while still playing drums too. His biggest hit is Sledgehammer

[@juergenblaas6573]

not only the 1st album, he was Genesis lead singer for 5 or 6 of their albums

[@gerstelb]

Including “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway,” which is one of the great concept albums of all time.

[@darylfoster7944]

@@juergenblaas6573 the first six

[@roxysdg334]

I loved Peter Gabriel and this was a huge treat. I never saw this song performed like this. Thank you