Every artists has a perfect song, and this is his. The music is beyond anything you hear because its perfect in spite of the fact that its not mastered to death. The lyrics are poetry to convey so much with so few words spoken. Ben plays his guitar like a legend in the making, and his performances are outstanding. I can't wait for him to come stateside again! Cheers!
I love that he isn't famous, it makes it more special, it's a rare treat that some get and not the whole world would understand or like just because it's popular, but rather because it's amazing
Took me 3 weeks to learn how to play this song on guitar, but sadly, it would take me forever and then some and I wouldnt be able to sing it as good. Ben Howard, I tip my hat to you, you've achieved living legend status in my book.
@ 4:16 is what it looks like when a true musician gets lost in his music and goes to a place where chords are not chords and notes are not notes, but instead they are colors and feelings expressed through sound and soul. LOVE IT BEN! Come to Dallas, Tx please!!!
I've had the privelage of seeing him 4 in concert. First time ever was at a small venue called the Independent in San Francisco. He played this during his encore set. Truly amazing
my favorite video on skynet. I may just be a penguin, but as my grandpa once said: "When you have found the piece in life you searched for, then all the penguins will gather and in every kingdom you will find peace. One man will guide you in your depth over distance." Little did I know what those words meant, but I never stopped searching and I finally found Ben on his surfingboard. We had a beer, he did a gig, all the penguins gathered and I found my piece. End of story.
by far the best song of Ben Howard till now. Please give us a new album with all of your other songs we find here on youtube but can't buy. Soldiers, the 9th cloud, London, foliation wood, ...
Simply amazing, he managed to make an already great song sound a million times more epic with this live performance :') how is that even possible?!?!?!?!
This was put on here it says in 2011. I honestly cannot believe it only has roughly 550k views after 8 years. Everyone has different taste in music or genre but good music is good or in this instance great. In my opinion this song/performance is up there with the greats like Fleetwood Mac. A song that will be good in 30 years time. AWESOME 😎😊😎
I was listening to this while doing some other work..so wasnt looking..and at 4:15, I thought someone else joined him to sing that part.. but to my surprise, it was still Ben! still loved!
His voice is just so strong and beautiful, his lyrics are his poetry and his soul. Thank you for your gift Ben Howard. Thank the lord for the inspiration you brought me.
I am glad Gemma from Got To Dance 2013 led me to this gem. This is beautiful music beyond words keeps calling to me. My finger is stuck on replay, cant stop listening. Thanks Ben and keep up the good work.
wonderfully talented. took my girlfriend to see him recently in the states. great, passionate performance in a hole in the wall bar. he had everyone singing and watching in awe. if you can see him he is worth the trip!
God, the voice quality may not be perfect, but this clip is the most perfect thing i’ve ever witnessed, how he’s pouring his emotions, i feel like i’m inside his soul, I frown when he does, i smile when he does.. and nothing could be said but A GODDAMN MASTERPIECE!!
I love discovering new talent! Would be great to see you in America Ben! You've gotta love when a song can give you shivers everytime you listen to it!
THE NEW STING!, maybe even better! Both were rough starting out but, Ben has developed much faster. Blown Away! PLEASE spread the word for more US concerts! Ben goes on the bucket list right off, Cannot say enough, Ben is a dancer on your soul. Peace
Depth over distance every time, my dear And this tree of ours may grow tall in the woods But it's the roots that will bind us here To the ground hmm Depth over distance was all I asked of you And I may be foolish to fall as I do Still there's strength in the blindness you fear If you're coming too, hmm If you're coming too, hmmHold on, wait until that lone sun Breaks from the arms of the Lord hmm Hold on, though we may be too young To know this ride we're on hmmDepth over distance was all I asked of you And everybody round here's acting like a stone Still there's things I'd do, darling, I'd go blind for you If you let grow sometimes, let it grow sometimes, let it grow Just let it grow sometimes
That was incredible. I followed a link from Brother and Bones and...wow, am I glad I did. Stunning song and performance. Don't you just love discovering brilliant, new music?
Wenn man Ben singen hört, weiß man doch, dass da was Göttliches in jedem vom uns schlummert... Wie sonst könnte so etwas möglich sein? Wer Eckhart Tolle kennt, knows what I mean. :) Peace to all of you!
This flat out makes a man cry. Words are incapable of describing this kind of awesomeness.
It actually hurts to listen to this, it's just so beautiful
wille96 He's so good that it kinda pisses me off
The man owns a guitar like no other.
The moment you feel all the stress leak out of your body - pure bliss!
He's too good. Every song is just phenomenal.
I just can't get enough of this.
Can't believe its been already 11 years since I've seen him in ffm. The whole concert was simply amazing. Takes me right back hearing this.
Every artists has a perfect song, and this is his. The music is beyond anything you hear because its perfect in spite of the fact that its not mastered to death. The lyrics are poetry to convey so much with so few words spoken. Ben plays his guitar like a legend in the making, and his performances are outstanding. I can't wait for him to come stateside again! Cheers!
I love that he isn't famous, it makes it more special, it's a rare treat that some get and not the whole world would understand or like just because it's popular, but rather because it's amazing
It's nice to know that there are still real down to earth great musicians out there :)
Took me 3 weeks to learn how to play this song on guitar, but sadly, it would take me forever and then some and I wouldnt be able to sing it as good. Ben Howard, I tip my hat to you, you've achieved living legend status in my book.
Music and Ben Howard are One. His music goes right to my heart...
He deserve way more fame.. This is so good!!
This made me cry over how beautiful it was... Ben Howard you are just amazing.
Undoubtedly the best version of this song.
@ 4:16 is what it looks like when a true musician gets lost in his music and goes to a place where chords are not chords and notes are not notes, but instead they are colors and feelings expressed through sound and soul. LOVE IT BEN! Come to Dallas, Tx
please!!!
Beste Version des Liedes, die es gibt! Ich liebe es...
This song always seems to mesmerize me... The emotion in it.. it's just incredible.
i'm in love with his music, his voice and the way he plays that guitar
I've had the privelage of seeing him 4 in concert. First time ever was at a small venue called the Independent in San Francisco. He played this during his encore set. Truly amazing
from 4:12 I'm literally shaking my head with amazement at how powerful his music is
me too, holy fuck
check his new version of promise live 2023 where he places emphasis- chills
my favorite video on skynet.
I may just be a penguin, but as my grandpa once said: "When you have found the piece in life you searched for, then all the penguins will gather and in every kingdom you will find peace. One man will guide you in your depth over distance." Little did I know what those words meant, but I never stopped searching and I finally found Ben on his surfingboard. We had a beer, he did a gig, all the penguins gathered and I found my piece. End of story.
this is really the best song i have ever heard. the first time i heard this song i cried.
saw him yesterday in Amsterdam. They started with this song. Most beautiful concert i've ever seen along with his show on LowLands last summer (:
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his voice, the way he makes music is so very very great!!
He is amazing! love his voice, his music, his emotions... a true artist :)
by far the best song of Ben Howard till now. Please give us a new album with all of your other songs we find here on youtube but can't buy. Soldiers, the 9th cloud, London, foliation wood, ...
Simply amazing, he managed to make an already great song sound a million times more epic with this live performance :') how is that even possible?!?!?!?!
This was put on here it says in 2011. I honestly cannot believe it only has roughly 550k views after 8 years. Everyone has different taste in music or genre but good music is good or in this instance great. In my opinion this song/performance is up there with the greats like Fleetwood Mac. A song that will be good in 30 years time. AWESOME 😎😊😎
I was listening to this while doing some other work..so wasnt looking..and at 4:15, I thought someone else joined him to sing that part.. but to my surprise, it was still Ben! still loved!
Still brilliant in 2019
Absolutely amazing song. What a talent this guy is!!
ben, you are superhuman. absolutely incredible.
If Ben Howard and Bon Iver produced a song together...
they did! It's called June's a River (Big Red Machine ft Ben Howard and This is the Kit)
His voice is just so strong and beautiful, his lyrics are his poetry and his soul. Thank you for your gift Ben Howard. Thank the lord for the inspiration you brought me.
You, my dear, just hit the nail on the head there!
im listening to this vid the 1000. time now... still stunned
this live was the best thing I've ever heard, pure emotion, really quite moving
live music, the best❤ i love hearing his live songs the most.
cheers ! this guy most talented artist in this world !
I love this song. Pure beauty
he turned that guitar into a completely new instrument. Ben Howard is awesome.
I am glad Gemma from Got To Dance 2013 led me to this gem. This is beautiful music beyond words keeps calling to me. My finger is stuck on replay, cant stop listening. Thanks Ben and keep up the good work.
wonderfully talented. took my girlfriend to see him recently in the states. great, passionate performance in a hole in the wall bar. he had everyone singing and watching in awe. if you can see him he is worth the trip!
God, the voice quality may not be perfect, but this clip is the most perfect thing i’ve ever witnessed, how he’s pouring his emotions, i feel like i’m inside his soul, I frown when he does, i smile when he does.. and nothing could be said but
A GODDAMN MASTERPIECE!!
Absolutely amazing
Made me cry. Beautiful
His music is beautiful
4.17 mark for CHILLS god damn, just saw him live the other night, best thing my eyes have seen and ears have heard
if he came to my city.... i would be on that ticket master faster than a blink of an eye
I can't get over how amazing this is.
Ben Howard darf auf einer CD/iPod/iPhone für's Auto definitiv nicht fehlen!
the guitar is like an old friend and he's just having a friendly conversation with it
yo wtf...This shit's so powerful, it made me message my ex from five years ago.
Seen him a couple of times in Holland. Great performance!
I love discovering new talent! Would be great to see you in America Ben! You've gotta love when a song can give you shivers everytime you listen to it!
i need to see him live this summer. i just need to be in his presence.
😭 I just... Want to go to one concert..
i have this tattooed on me! most perfect song ever!!!!
too good, holy crap, he plays that gtar like a piano...hes just in it..deep in the musica...love it love it
unbelievable, such a clever and creative guy.
how has this still not got 1,000,000 views. I am outraged.
This is a beautiful video of this song. I had never heard it before and I am sad I can't find it...ben shouldn't be hiding gems like this one...
4:13 to the end makes me want to cry every single time
yep
Ben Howard is just lovely
it hasnt even started and i know i'm gonna like this ! yup, i do!
THE NEW STING!, maybe even better! Both were rough starting out but, Ben has developed much faster. Blown Away! PLEASE spread the word for more US concerts! Ben goes on the bucket list right off, Cannot say enough, Ben is a dancer on your soul. Peace
This song gives me a feeling i've never had before.
Seeing him next month :) sooo excited
Pure talent!!!!😁🤘
Depth over distance every time, my dear
And this tree of ours may grow tall in the woods
But it's the roots that will bind us here
To the ground hmm
Depth over distance was all I asked of you
And I may be foolish to fall as I do
Still there's strength in the blindness you fear
If you're coming too, hmm
If you're coming too, hmmHold on, wait until that lone sun
Breaks from the arms of the Lord hmm
Hold on, though we may be too young
To know this ride we're on hmmDepth over distance was all I asked of you
And everybody round here's acting like a stone
Still there's things I'd do, darling, I'd go blind for you
If you let grow sometimes, let it grow sometimes, let it grow
Just let it grow sometimes
That was incredible. I followed a link from Brother and Bones and...wow, am I glad I did. Stunning song and performance. Don't you just love discovering brilliant, new music?
I san him recently in Madrid and It Was breathtaking
God this guy is amazing!
Amazing. That this man can make a whole room go quiet with a few strings and that voice.
this is awesome ! and you were incredible in brighton the other week !!
agreed! Best version hands down
you can't help but wish a person "good night, my love. good night."
seriously this is an artist.
This was on my birthday!
my finger automatically clicks the replay button over and over... not that im complaining.
Still the best!
this song is so amazing.
can't wait to see you in Portugal!
Wenn man Ben singen hört, weiß man doch, dass da was Göttliches in jedem vom uns schlummert... Wie sonst könnte so etwas möglich sein? Wer Eckhart Tolle kennt, knows what I mean. :) Peace to all of you!
A wonderful song. Shame he didn't play in his UK tour
Met him after a show. such a chill dude.
Superb...
28 seconds ah, the sound of a canon shutter :') yes I'm sad love this song as well this guy really does have great talent.
amazing song!!!!
that is a shame. fortunately I had seen him play it twice before when he was in Manchester. amazing
His voice is Tracy Chapman-esk but taken so much deeper and with so much more yearning.
can´t get enough
Holy shit
me too! the first time i heard this song i teared up.e
this is amazinng! love ben!!!
It was released on the "Keep Your Head Up" single. And it's actually on UA-cam now.
all these songs you can find on his older E.P.s "Old Pine" and "These Waters". Enjoy!
auch beim fünfhundertsten mal noch tränen in den augen! :)
Follaton Wood is on the Old Pine EP and London is on the These Waters EP