Nick Drake - One Of These Things First
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- Опубліковано 21 лют 2013
- I could have been a sailor, could have been
a cook
A real live lover, could have been a book
I could have been a signpost, could have been
a clock
As simple as a kettle, steady as a rock
I could be
Here and now
I would be. I should be
But how?
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
I could have been your pillar, could have been
your door
I could have stayed beside you, could have stayed
for more
I could have been your statue
Could have been your friend
A whole long lilfetime could have been the end
I could be yours so true
I would be. I should be through and through.
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
I could have beena whistle, could have been
a flute
A real live giver, could have been a boot
I could have been a signpost, could have been
a clock
As simple as a kettle steady as a rock
I could even be here
I would be. I should be so near
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
Timeless.
The first time I heard this song I pulled the car over and sat listening to the radio, blown away, that was 45 years ago and I am still in love with this song and this man's voice. RIP Nick
Lovely memory
wait i didnt know it was that old of a song. I just heard it for the first time around 10 or 15 years ago. That's funny, I always thought it was a new song.
Totally understandable! You obviously know greatness when you hear it.
This timeless masterpiece,1970, has now been around twice as many years that Drake lived, 26.❤️🎶
we were not ready for him...🥰
I sure as hell was not
He was 40 years ahead of his time.
I think 200
1000 years. A whole evolution of our species ahead, hence the burden of him having to live in the present. But the gift he left for us is immeasurable. Much love
Regradless which time as long as we are here this song will reach and breach the wikedness of human which he or she shall put throught weather it's in carrier or love and realtionship. It's never enough. We all think" What we ought to be." That thing all haunt?? We always thought we could be more when chance is already gone..!! Sorry For passimistive view !!
I couldn't decide if I liked this music. Then I realized I never take this cd out of my player.
I love everyone who loves Nick. We all know what kind of people we are. You cant love Nick without being a pretty special/good human being yourself.
Awwwww, ditto! ❤
I have to disagree ...but i wish i was or could be...that's why like many people do , i still find comfort in Nick's magic music.
@Dirk Diggler Thank you Dirk you are probably Dutch too but i had to look up "defeatus", as in afterbirth i thought perhaps! But no, just realistic, though i'm trying, that's all.
@@PaulineLievens No, you are different from the rest. Nicks music is precious in a way the rest of this world cant get on board with. It resonates with us for a reason. You are good. You have potential to be whatever you want.
@Dirk Diggler What a kind thing to say...Thank you Dirk..
Nick Drake's music reminds me of Autumn. When on those rare days you see an orange Harvest moon and the air turns crisp and you pack away your summer clothes remembering the days when you walked on the beach staring out to the sea. But now the fires of a cold night have returned and you comfort yourself with your favorite blankets that are hiding on the shelves. Sipping a glass of wine and totally confident that all your dreams will come true.
You are a poet.
Yes, exactly with a mystical quality in your bones knowing the grind of winter lays ahead ...it's like snuggling into your covers while a storm rages outside listening to Nick.
Beautiful
@@mattyjane6996 and a romantic ( fool ). we need people like YOU
Beautiful
This song - and "Man in a Shed" - set me off nearly every time. England's finest songwriter ever? Simply fabulous. Thank you, Nick, for what you left us. Miss you still.
The beauty of recorded music is that his voice still carries to this day.
Nicks music literally healed me when I was a broken man.the fact that this song was posted
on my birthday the 23rd of february just makes my heart sing.
ME TOO !!!!
my birthday as well 😀
Bryter Layter is one of the best albums ever made
this guy is so timeless
A comfort to my ears
Jesus...haunting my every step of life even nearly 50 after first hearing this. Love listening to his songs on cold winter nights...preferably at twilight with a slightly cloudy yet gorgeous sunset....high wispy clouds and a warm fireplace...with my girlfriend.
Nick wasnt appreciated in his time. But we are doing him justice simply by loving him now.
"As simple as a kettle. As steady as a rock . . . I would be. I should be, but how?" How did such a young person have such insight?
Been reading his autobiography. Sad that his crippling shyness turned into depression and his fear of performing live prevented his music reaching a wider audience during his lifetime. If only he could see now his music has become loved worldwide. Tragic
From the short documentary I seen about his life, his musical career was horribly mismanaged too. No doubt though, he struggled with depression.
Very true......Wasn't aware he'd written an autobiography though....
It was a biography not an autobiography
it sort of makes him unique in a certain way so everyone can discover him in a natural way without the music business side of things
"An intelligent man cannot become anything seriously, and it is only the fool who becomes anything."
-Fyodor Dostoyevsky
I like the sound of that, but is it only because I'm looking for an intellectual sounding excuse?
@@notdoneyet7785 I know. I ask myself the same question. It has truth in it (the quote) but it doesn't matter why in the end of the day. But some days are beautiful, you know. We're ungrateful. It's good that God created us the way we are. We just need to find the way, and, since I'm Christian I am able to look at it from different perspective. Gentle creatures with children's heart are closer to Him. I find great comfort in that.
P.S. I had to look at your channel and your playlists are great.
@@TheFlyingsky glad you liked the music selections. Music is kinda the air of my world.
Dostoyevski has long been one of my favorites. He can be such a challenge. You ever read the Grand Inquisitor section of Brothers Karamazov? That a mind twisting essay all by itself.
Nick's songs and UA-cam have kept him alive :)
and his beautiful sister ,Gabrielle
This might be the greatest song of all time.
What a beautiful, beautiful singer and writer and player he was.. God, still makes my heart thump with love...
yes he was god
He had some wicked fingerstyle going on and a ethereal voice.
Nick Drake is brilliant.
elaborate please. you got a platform to " open your heart " with no repercussions, and total anonymity.
express yourself further. I would like to hear your thoughts. You sound sincere, but , apprehensive
Nick was a truly exquisite and utterly unique artist.
an artist misunderstood in his time, loved today
If only Nick had known the real music genius he was. Talent beyond anyone big label. Just imagine the music heaven we would all be in having a normal lifetime more to listen to! Personally I am SO thankful for what he left us to listen to. RIP my musical brother, I suspect I know your pain.
I immediately start crying the second I hear this and I still don't know why after 30 years.
wasted potential.
Your spirit comes down fully into your heart
Georgie Thumbs that's why
Tears of joy for me.
I only found him in the last decade, but I hear you. I was overwhelmed that I’d never come across him. I’m also a huge Ben Folds fan. Some of the songs are reminiscent to me. What about you?
Heard this watching Seven Pounds(movie) and had to find out all about it. It haunts me for my regrets of what I should have been and who. What a shame so many of our best singers and songwriters and poets and artists are lost to depression and such terrible sadness that either intentionally or by accident take their own lives. I feel cheated that I never knew of him or his music for 47 years after his death. As I wipe away the tears I hope he found peace.
I searched for this song all day because it was stuck in my head and finally stumbled upon it not knowing his name or the name of the song just remembering hearing it from some random movie... And all that kept playing in my head was a montage scene with the tune of this song with the sun shining through someone’s life passing by. Felt like it was brought to me by God.
Random movie is probably "Garden State"
Nick drake live on through his music
That second verse breaks my heart.
Thorne Parke just brilliant my god
SUCH A GREAT SONG!! THE LOVE THE PIANO ALONG WITH THE GUITAR.NICK DRAKE WAS WONDERFUL!
Just watched Garden State, what a great movie!!
It was so good! Maybe this is where I ran across him for the first time, come to think of it!
I found the singer and song today. Gives me hope. Could have been written in 2022
I'm listening to this song, as I've listened to this song so many times. But now, I listen to it as my loved one, my one and true soul, snores gently besides me. Thanks, dude, for being just besides me. I feel tipsy and blurry now, but still steady as a rock. Thanks, song, for never stop believing me. I love you.
que lindo
That's beautiful 💕
Hi Leo! You should be a writer! You create a nice sentiment with your words! Thanks!
That's how I'm feeling. Thanks for the validation.
I've been playing these wonderful songs forever. Absolutely timeless. And peace and love to all Nick fans.
I just found this song while searching for the most beautiful song for the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. I hope you find this one day.
Never heard of ND until this week. Love this. My new go to! ❤️
If EXISTENTIALISM was a MUSICAL MOVEMENT , it would sound just like this ... EXCEPT IT IS ALWAYS LIGHT AND HAPPY AND UP-BEAT !!!!! ... possibilities and choices ... GOD BLESS YOU , NICK !!!!!
Fantastic! ✨
41 years ago today...your music has comforted me from time to time during the past 32-33 years, although it makes me cry almost every time...Requiescat In Pace.
I love this song. He was a great songwriter and talented guitarist.
A giant soul, a sensitive music composer, so sadly ignored by his music-overfed age.
Beautiful.
I heard Pink Moon about 10 years ago and was immediately enthralled by this guy.one is never the same
I could have been a sailor, could have been a cook
A real live lover, could have been a book.
I could have been a signpost, could have been a clock
As simple as a kettle, steady as a rock.
I could be
Here and now
I would be, I should be
But how?
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
I could have been your pillar, could have been your door
I could have stayed beside you, could have stayed for more.
Could have been your statue, could have been your friend,
A whole long lifetime could have been the end.
I could be yours so true
I would be, I should be through and through
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
I could have been a whistle, could have been a flute
A real live giver, could have been a boot.
I could have been a signpost, could have been a clock
As simple as a kettle, steady as a rock.
I could be even here
I would be, I should be so near
I could have been
One of these things first
I could have been
One of these things first.
Thanks for sharing the lyrics. Great song that I discovered in the film Seven Pounds with Will Smith. I'll use this song with my students. A great source of studying and relaxing.l😜
He found a way to be here and now.
What he is... a beautiful genius. Thank you for posting this.
So grateful for the Garden State soundtrack in 2005... introduced me to this gem, then onto the rest of his work.
Garden State brought me here. I remembered his voice as I love River Man. Sad he is not with us any more as his voice is so calming.
One of my favourites by Nick Drake.
I heard this song today in the movie Garden State & I just had to find it! As for me it's a terrific song with a voice that grabs my attention!
Same here, watching Garden State today and had to find this song. Peace
I love that movie and Nick Drake
There's a lot more, listen on and enjoy!
I mean, I know he's gone, but it's like he's here.
kimmyness1 he died? Whaaaat? I'm shocked
Hope for all .......yes, Nick died in 1974 aged just 26.
Music like this is the antidote to rap...I was instantly hooked the very first time that I heard this song....
You may not be alive but youve kept me alive. Thank you for helping me get through the hardest times
DITTO THAT !!!!!
I love you so much Nick..
Mere words fall short when a person tries to praise music like this....Just listen and let the music imbed itself
in your heart.....
Thanks Nick!
If it wasn't for Zach Braff, I could have been that signpost that never heard Nick Drake's simplistic yet complicated sounds.
I could have been aloof, I could've turned the channel,
I could have been indifferent, I could've rolled over and napped.
It could have been "the one song to change your life."
It could have been as I "looked forward to a good cry, Feels pretty good"
It actually might be that "Maybe that's all family really is. A group of people that miss the same imaginary place."
Many sad songs are beautiful. This is beautiful, but Nick so sneaky the sadness is stronger than beauty.
Word is melancholy.
Style wise, he is "so" John Martyn OBE.... Melodic, smooth and just e relaxing sound!!!!!
After hearing this, I had to buy all of his albums. Cant wait for what Im about to hear!
Prepare to be absolutely overwhelmed. Welcome!
They're quite good, aren't they?
Haven’t heard this since 1985. Forever grateful to those who introduced me to his music. Not to be maudlin at all I like to think that he and John Martyn might be reunited ‘up above’ for a quick duet and a cuppa, Stu X
I've always wondered why this song made me feel a deep melancholy, and only after I had gotten much older did I realize that pining for life choices not taken implies regret for those taken instead. How old was he when he wrote this?
Thanks Joeboygo, as a disabled muso just turned 60 did I realise the truth of your statement. Take care, Stuart. X
I believe he was been 18 to 20 at the most when he wrote this song.
So good, I mentioned him in my book.
What's the name of your book?
a long long story... Unbelievable human spirit !
my timeless friend, I love you forever.
Timeless. So sad it's pretty.
My most favourite song ever!
I adore this song. Thank you. It’s so lovely. So open to potential.
Wish I had all of you guys as friends on FB...none of our contacts appreciate the awesome talent that was Nick Drake...should get 100% likes....instead gets none...go figure...very sad...cheers
+Pat Woldt : Just like when he was alive...although the word "timeless" is worn out, it fits in with his music more than any other, contemporary music I can think of. And I used to have 5,500 LPs, with everything from baroque to psychedelic rock...
+Pat Woldt Look me up on FB if you want...I'd be only too happy to respond.
Paul..pls send email and I will give it a whirl...cheers :-)
Pat Woldt: HelsingborgsIF@Hotmail.com
who gives a crap about facebook?? Friends on facebook are not actual 'friends'. Friends are people who you can touch and laugh with.
Elegant music, gorgeous....heartfelt real music
Brought here by the closing scene in The Winchesters. Great to hear Nick Drake again!❤
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, and sorry I could not travel both and be one traveler, long I stood, and looked down one as far as I could, to where it bent in the undergrowth; then took the other, just as fair...... (Robert Frost)
Too gentle for this world, sorely missed Mr Drake if you only knew how great you really were 😢
Great flow of music.
This is a beautiful song but there are 2 things I will never watch again...The Steve Wilkos Show and 7 pounds. The tears wouldn't stop falling from my eyes!
God bless Nick and Elliot (Smith) xo
And Tim Buckley !
My man
great song- lyrically & musically 0:34
so very beautiful
Extraordinário,extemporânea viva Nick Drake 🌌🌌🙌🏻
Everyone of his friends told him he was a musical genius. And he was. "But no one is buying my records" he said. So tragic
I heard this song at Shop Rite in Garwood New Jersey today ! I couldn't beleive it ! I just had to laugh. Made me feel right at home!
What a nice uplifting song! Heard it first time now and also like all the photos I've never seen of Nick. This time the other studio musicians, for me, didn't sound to interfering and loud. It all blended together better for me with this song, yet only my amateur POV. Thanks 5cinqSaisons for creating this video! Someone told me my guitar and singing reminded him of "Nick Drake" and never heard of him. He's way over my head with talent! What great gifts he has given! I might have someone record me with their cell phone at an open mic if I can, my song, "Johanna" if others might look me up. Problem is in the over-all, no way to draw people to listen to it once I get it made.
beautiful
Awesome track. Flabbergasting Album. Stunning Musician.
Completamente elevado
Verdade.
Estoy de acuerdo
I originally heard this in the movie 'Crush' and did crazy things to find out who it was. Didn't know he was gone. Leading the singers in rock and roll heaven I hope.
+Jean Hopkins I've been to visit his grave in Tanworth in Arden, just North of Stratford upon Avon a number of times. Its quite an experience.....Many troubled soul's have left messages there, thanking him for the music that brought them back into the light. I think that he would have liked that.
I believe you are right, Paul.
+paul ward I visited his grave too in Tanworth which is a tiny quintessential English village. An emotional experience. While I was sitting there, whatever angle the sun was at, suddenly a narrow beam shone directly on and lit up the words on his tombstone: "now we rise and we are everywhere".
+plica06 Absolutely! It is such a beautiful quiet place to sit on a warm Summer's day. A few of us are taking a Motorcycle ride out there soon and will be paying our respects to him and also the Legendary Motorcycle Champion Mike Hailwood who is also buried there.
Thank the gods for the record machine!
One of the greats!
NICK DRAKE WAS SO DANG COOL AND SOOOOOOOOO UNDERATED,,,,,Nick, your music still lives in me buddy.....
He was living on Solid air.
Love this song so much, thanks Nick x x x
Outstanding
Takes me back to my 20s mindset. Beautiful, man. Thanks for the reminder
takes me to now.
wow what an artist like none ever
Truly incredible...his time sigs are awesome
I feel bad for the 8 people that accidentally downvoted this.
We need a movie now
I could have been a waltz!
this is ageless. Not in one of the best list but immortal at it's own niche
Could have been ?...hmmmm Beautiful thought..
He was Indie even before the word indie existed
great artist... helped me though tough times...