Not much of a Springsteen fan but I always remember this song growing up. Always loved the line "You can't start a fire without a spark". True of anything...whether it's a revolution or a movement or act of creation...you need that spark don't you?. Good stripped down version of this...
Just incredible. I love it when stripped versions of classic songs, performed beautifully by such world class musicians like deacon blue throw new light on, an highlight just how incredible a song is. Springsteen was truly a genius. This is lovely.
Top, top band...quality musicianship for over 30 years. Lorraine McIkintosh one of the most underrated singers. Her harmonies always stunning. No disrespect to RR - but Bruce should invite her to sing it with him as well!
Remember the Girl that introduced me to the Boss and his Sounds BOTH still bring a smile to me Thank you for a Perfect rendition of what could have been me an her
Loved DB for years, great songs, totally underrated, I love you guys so much, you've given me so many memories, and I thank you all for that, keep singing and creating more memories for the millions of your fans around the world. Much love, XX Andrew.
Not normally a fan of Springsteen covers. Blinded by the Light - Manfred Mann version's over-produced, Fire - Pointer Sisters' version lacks Bruce's emotion, but this version of Dancing in the Dark is every bit as good as the original. Such beautiful harmonies, and the piano accompaniment is sublime - love it!
Should've been played on original broadcast to partner City of Love & Dignity. This session was recorded shortly after Deacon Blue returned from Australia.
Lyrics I get up in the evenin' And I ain't got nothin' to say I come home in the mornin' I go to bed feelin' the same way I ain't nothin' but tired Man, I'm just tired and bored with myself Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help You can't start a fire You can't start a fire without a spark This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Messages keeps gettin' clearer Radio's on and I'm movin' 'round my place I check my look in the mirror Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face Man, I ain't gettin' nowhere I'm just livin' in a dump like this There's somethin' happenin' somewhere Baby, I just know that there is You can't start a fire You can't start a fire without a spark This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark You sit around gettin' older There's a joke here somewhere and it's on me I'll shake this world off my shoulders Come on, baby, this laugh's on me Stay on the streets of this town And they'll be carvin' you up alright They say you gotta stay hungry Hey baby, I'm just about starvin' tonight I'm dyin' for some action I'm sick of sittin' 'round here tryin' to write this book I need a love reaction Come on now, baby, gimme just one look You can't start a fire Sittin' 'round cryin' over a broken heart This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark You can't start a fire Worryin' about your little world fallin' apart This gun's for hire Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Even if we're just dancin' in the dark Hey baby
I just LOVE this version. Both still singing beautifully.
Beyond beautiful!! Speechless. Those two voices were made for each other
One of my favourite Bruce Springsteen sings, sung by my favourite band. Fantastic!
One of my fav bands playing one of my fav artist’s songs ❤
Not much of a Springsteen fan but I always remember this song growing up. Always loved the line "You can't start a fire without a spark". True of anything...whether it's a revolution or a movement or act of creation...you need that spark don't you?. Good stripped down version of this...
Rarely hear Deacon Blue on the radio since I moved from Scotland. Under-rated band.
Amazing to hear Deacon Blue as always
What a band 🎶👌🏻❤️
Look alike aha
For any artist that appears in the BBC live lounge in future , this is what you are aiming for simply stunning .
Just incredible. I love it when stripped versions of classic songs, performed beautifully by such world class musicians like deacon blue throw new light on, an highlight just how incredible a song is.
Springsteen was truly a genius.
This is lovely.
Correction: Springsteen is a genius.
Absolutely wonderful performance. Deacon Blue are in a real sweet mood. Cannot wait for the new album.
The lady is pure silk.
Top, top band...quality musicianship for over 30 years. Lorraine McIkintosh one of the most underrated singers. Her harmonies always stunning.
No disrespect to RR - but Bruce should invite her to sing it with him as well!
They are very good friends with Springy
Just a class cover of an already classic song. Rick and Lorraine blend so effortless, love it wonderful to hear.
Really enjoyed that great version with the Deacon Blue twist nice one just 2 show u never loose it..
UA-cam is full of acoustic cover of this song, but this one is the only one who made me genuinely cry. Chapeau.
Deacon Blue did a terrific job on this cover. They turned a rock song into a ballad, making the song easier to understand.
I hate the original. I like this 😊
Remember the Girl that introduced me to the Boss and his Sounds BOTH still bring a smile to me Thank you for a Perfect rendition of what could have been me an her
More often than not the artists you love, love the artists you love
Beautifully done; made the song their own with an excellent mixing of male, female vocals!
One of the best songs of all time
U must to play in a a big , light... space for ... people!! Astonishing music!! Chapeau!
what a lovely cover version. Respectful but also in their very own voice.
Wow, incredible and beautiful version of a great song by a great band
The first band I ever loved (aged 11/12)stoll going and Lorraine still sounds(and looks 😉) heavenly 💙💙💙
Just amazing. I am planning to move back to The Promised Land 🏴 one day. Deacon Blue are so underrated! ♥️
Nice take on this Springsteen (one of his many many) classic
One of Scotland's finest, and a great rendition of The Boss's lyrics.
Loved DB for years, great songs, totally underrated, I love you guys so much, you've given me so many memories, and I thank you all for that, keep singing and creating more memories for the millions of your fans around the world. Much love, XX Andrew.
Brilliant Lorraine, Love it!
what an amazing cover! brilliant vocals
I would be surprised if the boss got any better a tribute than this track. Beautiful. Chilling. Warming. Wonderful.
Lorraine is so wonderful!! And the guys also of course😀 Thank you so much for That!!!
Great song and amazing singers !
such a joy..everytime i stumble on deacon blue...oh you scotland...love from serbia
Wow, thanks for uploading. Beautiful harmonies.
Yes and even better than the original 👍😃
There are no other two vocalists on this earth who’s voices blend together better than Lorraine and Ricky
DB are an art on their own , class is indeed permanent
Con qué sensibilidad interpretan un tema tan emblemático.
Grande Bruce y enormes Deacon Blue.
Brilliant! Made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.
Not normally a fan of Springsteen covers. Blinded by the Light - Manfred Mann version's over-produced, Fire - Pointer Sisters' version lacks Bruce's emotion, but this version of Dancing in the Dark is every bit as good as the original. Such beautiful harmonies, and the piano accompaniment is sublime - love it!
Ah great musicians, great vocals...great chemistry.. .dang wish I was still in a ban d...love these chiefs
Beautiful rendition!!! 😊😊😊
Stunning 🤩
You guys are the real deal, thank you so much !
The greatest band of my era 🏴
Loved them since I was 16: now I'm grey and still in love!
Seen deacon blue live twice , amazing. Ricky is good friends with Springsteen. There voices are in great shape on this cover.
Pure class !
Beautiful, still xx
Fabulous 👍
Deacon Blue can do no wrong...just beautiful
these guys have great raw talent !
Just beautiful...very much enjoyed.
Sounds awesome
At 1:37 “hey there baby”, their look was just beautiful
They're not singing that at 1:37
Should've been played on original broadcast to partner City of Love & Dignity. This session was recorded shortly after Deacon Blue returned from Australia.
How do you become a DJ just to sit in that studio and hear all of this wonderful music day after day. So many good uploads from BBC music!
This is just brilliant 😀😀😀
Lyrics
I get up in the evenin'
And I ain't got nothin' to say
I come home in the mornin'
I go to bed feelin' the same way
I ain't nothin' but tired
Man, I'm just tired and bored with myself
Hey there, baby, I could use just a little help
You can't start a fire
You can't start a fire without a spark
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Messages keeps gettin' clearer
Radio's on and I'm movin' 'round my place
I check my look in the mirror
Wanna change my clothes, my hair, my face
Man, I ain't gettin' nowhere
I'm just livin' in a dump like this
There's somethin' happenin' somewhere
Baby, I just know that there is
You can't start a fire
You can't start a fire without a spark
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
You sit around gettin' older
There's a joke here somewhere and it's on me
I'll shake this world off my shoulders
Come on, baby, this laugh's on me
Stay on the streets of this town
And they'll be carvin' you up alright
They say you gotta stay hungry
Hey baby, I'm just about starvin' tonight
I'm dyin' for some action
I'm sick of sittin' 'round here tryin' to write this book
I need a love reaction
Come on now, baby, gimme just one look
You can't start a fire
Sittin' 'round cryin' over a broken heart
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
You can't start a fire
Worryin' about your little world fallin' apart
This gun's for hire
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Even if we're just dancin' in the dark
Hey baby
love the 80's!
Beautiful...❤
Stunning
Through good and bad times DB have been there for me. Thanks guys.
Amazing...loved seeing you guys in Dublin
Deacon Blue surely have got Dignity.
Lovely!
So good live
Loving this on piano rooms
Boss would approve, superb
I loved that!
Beautiful song thanks
Stunning ❤️
Stunning.
Wow that’s amazing .
Superb
Beautiful - stilll❤
Beautiful
J'adhère....très beau a deux voix...
Great version
Wonderful! Thanks!
Me encanta !!
wow. beautiful
Still got it, great cover👏🏻
Absolute quality
EXTRAORDINARIOS:::!!!! Son lo maximo...!!!
Great band
excellent
brilliant stuff ..ive loved Loraine for years x
Beautiful 😊😎😋😍
Exquisite
Great, eargasm x
Fantastic
love.
I spoke to Bruce Springsteen last night , he told me if they keep doing stuff like this they will put him out of business.
LOLs
Amazing
Preciosa versión..
Now that was just a wee bit special.
I am so in love that I felt being the same age as them is the most romantic age a one could live
Did Ricky have to read the lyrics?
Still got it!!