It's vital to confront horrible subjects with beauty. The contrast makes the protest more powerful. Also the most dreadful injustices sometimes only come to our attention because of a moving and thought provoking lyric.
I realize that we're just about the same age (I'm a month from being 63, and since you wrote this eight ears ago, you're either 61 or 62 now, so I can totally relate. This song remains in my Top 10 Songs of All Time list, where it's been since the song first came out. It's perfection.
Christ man that is the same vocals from the 80's and she has not changed her looks that much, man she has not aged that much at all. All she is missing is that black hat from the Luca Video and it's back to the 80's. Awesome and perfect!!!
Like Janis Ians "at seventeen" this is such a remarkable taste of reality. Incredible artist with an incredible insight! She sort of melted Loudon, unintentionally, but it happens just the same :)
AWESOME THIS SONG WONDERFUL SINGER SUZANNE VEGA I ENJOY VERY MUCH THANKYOU ONCE AGAIN MY DEAR BEAUTIFUL FRIEND PAUL WHITE MESMERISING MOMENTS PAUSE FOR THOUGHT !!! BRAVOOO XD MUAH MUAH XXXXXXX
As we realize the meaning of this song's lylics in advance, such purely acoustic performance gives us much deeper impact. It's really really impressed one for me !!
@chandin69 It's about child abuse. Suzanne later said that although it was originally written about a young boy being beaten, she sees it as being anti-abuse in general.
This wonderful-meaningful song still remains her highlight! She's a wonderful artist: Suzanne is the American parallel to the English Dido : both are very classy and also truly gifted artists, singer and songwriters.
No-one could've followed that up if they were going to do a heartfelt ballad or something. Vega's unbeatable in that field. Loudon's style is so different, though, that there wouldn't be a problem.
Yes and No, and I know what you mean ,(I play music well enough to comment......) however, if you look in her (Suzanne's) eyes, when Loudon is playing 'House' the same night, she shows the respect of a fellow artist, Suzanne joins in the chorus, supports and shares the piece of art. If you listen to his words later that night, he states clearly that he was very pleased to play beside her, as I think I would. The best thing about music is the sharing and the learning, after all said and done.
What she said before she started singing the song,who can answer me i did not understand the words. I learn English ,she began to speak quickly i did not understand i would like to know the translation.
Yep. Obviously IMO. I find I wonder if Suzanne is speaking/singing from having experienced this as a neighbor or as the child. Either way, it always brings tears to my eyes.
Such a great song, and she sings it with such feeling here. But really, Suzanne, no need to be humble and downplay this as a small story when it's actually a very powerful story that means so much.
This song needs to be in the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Perfection.
One of the most beautiful songs ever written about a most horrible subject. Stunning song.
It's vital to confront horrible subjects with beauty. The contrast makes the protest more powerful. Also the most dreadful injustices sometimes only come to our attention because of a moving and thought provoking lyric.
Agree shes very talented
Probably isn't a better way to cast the voice of an innocent, defenseless girl. Who doesn't get to speak for herself while her innocence still lasts.
Her voice has always been absolute perfection. This is beautiful.
She sings the short story to perfection.
Always makes me cry
blew my mind just now, picking up the old guitar again. when this song came out back in '87 i was just born
I have no idea why but at 53, this is still one of my favorite songs.
Because it's a great song, just a shame that it's such a sad subject. That's life I guess.
@@ChrisHayworth100 - yes it is.
I realize that we're just about the same age (I'm a month from being 63, and since you wrote this eight ears ago, you're either 61 or 62 now, so I can totally relate. This song remains in my Top 10 Songs of All Time list, where it's been since the song first came out. It's perfection.
Amazing performance. Always loved this song. Never gets old. Bravo!
Merci 🌹🎀🌹🌹
Suzanne's voice is better than ever.
Classic lyrics, amazing melody. Her dynamics are subtle even within the same small phrase. And she just gets more beautiful.
Stumbled acrossed this beauty and the songwriters circle.quality version of an 80s classic
Absolutely superb.
Painful Powerful story told Beautifully.
Christ man that is the same vocals from the 80's and she has not changed her looks that much, man she has not aged that much at all. All she is missing is that black hat from the Luca Video and it's back to the 80's. Awesome and perfect!!!
She is still wonderful !
Like Janis Ians "at seventeen" this is such a remarkable taste of reality.
Incredible artist with an incredible insight!
She sort of melted Loudon, unintentionally, but it happens just the same :)
simply beautiful
Stunning
Richard Thompson appreciate... and so do I.
AWESOME THIS SONG WONDERFUL SINGER SUZANNE VEGA I ENJOY VERY MUCH THANKYOU ONCE AGAIN MY DEAR BEAUTIFUL FRIEND PAUL WHITE MESMERISING MOMENTS PAUSE FOR THOUGHT !!! BRAVOOO XD MUAH MUAH XXXXXXX
Amazing performance. Such a simple, catchy, lovely song... with such depth. Gut punch delivered.
As we realize the meaning of this song's lylics in advance, such purely acoustic performance gives us much deeper impact. It's really really impressed one for me !!
Is this great song I like Suzanne Vega and songs Luka. I from in Kazakhstan cantry I learning Englesh launghich I like American People
Perhaps not all americans are so nice ?!
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I always loved that song and still do in 2017
Amazing!!!
Powerful and timeless delivered with the correct attitude and skill.
That's how you mike Suzanne Vega!
Wonderful
Wow 😮
Awesome!!!!!!!
Maravillosa Suzanne, inspiracion para mi
Nice!!!
Beautiful !
i agree real life in under 3 mins perfect
I loved her on Sessions at West 54th too...such a beautiful voice :)
Thompson and Wainwright in the presence of greatness
It's only opinions, but some might say that of the three, she is the one in the presence of greatness (though she is pretty good)
Brilliant!!
Stunningly naked.
It matters not, full production or stripped down the writing and delivery have the same effect.
Самая лучшая самая любимая самая красивая
26/5000
I will listen again and again
Over the years, songs asking my soul
She said that, Dirty Boulevard comes to mind.
I feel sorry for Loudon Wainwright III who had to follow that up.
!Wow!!!!!!!!!!
i love you suzanne !!!
very nice singing too !
@chandin69 It's about child abuse. Suzanne later said that although it was originally written about a young boy being beaten, she sees it as being anti-abuse in general.
beatifull woman
stoping by nice song
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I've seen her live. Better live than her recordings!! I mean that as a compliment to this most underated talented woman!!
Oh sweet Suzy V.
Great post!
Beautuful but so sad.
This wonderful-meaningful song still remains her highlight! She's a wonderful artist: Suzanne is the American parallel to the English Dido : both are very classy and also truly gifted artists, singer and songwriters.
I would love to hear her do something with Martha Wainwright.
@chandin69 The song is written from the point of view of the child who is being physically abused. "they only hit until you cry"
@chandin69 That's what it is according to Wikipedia. It makes sense. Brilliant song, can't stop listening to it at the moment.
No-one could've followed that up if they were going to do a heartfelt ballad or something. Vega's unbeatable in that field. Loudon's style is so different, though, that there wouldn't be a problem.
I heard you the first time on kbco boulder colorado, thought you were beutiful
Yes and No, and I know what you mean ,(I play music well enough to comment......) however, if you look in her (Suzanne's) eyes, when Loudon is playing 'House' the same night, she shows the respect of a fellow artist, Suzanne joins in the chorus, supports and shares the piece of art.
If you listen to his words later that night, he states clearly that he was very pleased to play beside her, as I think I would. The best thing about music is the sharing and the learning, after all said and done.
Man...I'm back in 5th grade.
If this song doesn't make you feel something then you may have just died
Misicão !!!
With the big Richard Thompson next to her !
My name is Luka
Walked onto the the wall again
A sad sad song about child abuse!!
What she said before she started singing the song,who can answer me i did not understand the words. I learn English ,she began to speak quickly i did not understand i would like to know the translation.
That looks like Bush Hall to me.
there is some Lou reed's Berlin in this song
Yep. Obviously IMO. I find I wonder if Suzanne is speaking/singing from having experienced this as a neighbor or as the child. Either way, it always brings tears to my eyes.
I Love you Suzanne {Luka} Vega. Let's make and sing a song together one day.
whats the story behind this song? someone told me its about domestic violence is that right?
Did you see Eric Clapton?
Such a great song, and she sings it with such feeling here. But really, Suzanne, no need to be humble and downplay this as a small story when it's actually a very powerful story that means so much.
now thats talent not this sat night freak shows shitheads suzanne you rock.
i found it awesome
when you get time check mine out