Can you believe this is the first time I’ve ever seen Mike Batt actually perform? Such a talented and masterful songwriter and musician, I didn’t even give thought to him singing his own work. Stunning performance!
I first heard this when I heard my 18 month Grandson was in quite a critical condition in hospital, still makes me think of that night and cry but also br thankful he is still with us 6 years later
Many Thanks to this man for writing such an amazing piece of work, probably one of the best songs ever written! And to see him performing it himself, is an added bonus!! 11/10!!
i can't hear this song without crying for any reason. it doesn't even make sense to me idk. It just gives me so much flashbacks of my youth, but i never listen to this song in my youth. i don't understand what this song is doing to me. thank you so much for this song.
I remember being fifteen (1989) and I had just got back from Britain where I had fallen for a guy. I was a bit wasted, lying on a couch at a party, feeling a little sorry for myself, and this song came on. I shouted "who wrote this!!!!" And I have been a fan ever since!!
If ever you watch the movie watership down, watch it with your loved one. Have two boxes of Kleenex and a big blanket. The movie will pull every single emotion out of you until the point that you are tired in a good way
Never heard of Mike Batt until just now when I saw his name in the comments on video of Art Garfunkel sing it. Kudos to Mike Batt for writing this brilliant song. Mike Batt has a nice voice but I can't bear to listen to anyone other than Art Garfunkel singing Bright Eyes. Whether he technically should or not Art sustains the notes for longer than Mike Batt does and to me Art Garfunkel's version will never be beaten.
Não se deve comparar a vós mais bonita em bright Eyes, e sim dar o mérito ao compositor Mike e ao cantor Art Garfunkel. Uma mão lava a outra e as duas lavam o rosto.
Even bubblegum songs penned by Mike Batt are good: "Bullfrog - I couldn't believe (1970)" penned by Mike Batt and Miki Anthony and "Mr Poem (1968)", & "I See Wonderful Things In You (UK 1968)", "Fading Yellow", "Lady of the Dawn", among others. Genius.
Just seen Mike on BBC news singing a selection of his songs, including Bright Eyes. A reminder of my father's terminal diagnosis of liver cancer in 1979. The whites of his eyes turned yellow, making this song even more poignant.
I love both versions! But of cause,this is his song! Fantastic Version! Cheers from Germany! By the way,did he played at this Concert, Soldier Boy? This is my absolutely Favourite!
This man wanted Art to sing this song that he wrote because Art has a perfect voice for this song. But Matt wrote the song and it's always great to hear the original song writer sing there song.
THe first time I heard this song I was in grade six.. The song really touched me and made me wonder why was it so mystical .. until I learned later on in life the story behind this song. THis made me love the song more.
Can you believe this is the first time I’ve ever seen Mike Batt actually perform? Such a talented and masterful songwriter and musician, I didn’t even give thought to him singing his own work. Stunning performance!
Lady of the Dawn, Winds of Change, I Feel Like Buddy Holly....
My first also
There is no one else like Mike Batt. The only person that can have me in tears. What a very special person. ❤
What a musician, sensational and absolutely timeless
I revisit this clip often. Mike is a musical magician.
I first heard this when I heard my 18 month Grandson was in quite a critical condition in hospital, still makes me think of that night and cry but also br thankful he is still with us 6 years later
Reminds me always of my Mum and how much I miss her
Same
Wow! 😀I never knew Mike Batt could sing also! I LOVE him even more!
He was a womble so you must of heard him sing.
If there's one song that I wished i had written, this is it.
One word for me describes this "perfect".
I believe Paul McCartney said something of that nature about this song.
Many Thanks to this man for writing such an amazing piece of work, probably one of the best songs ever written! And to see him performing it himself, is an added bonus!! 11/10!!
This song shakes me, I didn't know who wrote it, but now that I know you, my respects and admiration for you, Mike...
I like his intellectual on how he made composing these lyrics , it's
So very very wonderful song and simply unique...
This song is unbelievably gorgeous.
This voice is..unspeakable.. Wow!
I love this song.
Ich auch. Die goldene Zeit Ende 70er - 80er Jahre. Schöne Kindheit..
i can't hear this song without crying for any reason. it doesn't even make sense to me idk. It just gives me so much flashbacks of my youth, but i never listen to this song in my youth. i don't understand what this song is doing to me. thank you so much for this song.
Woke up with this in my head. Great memories, beautiful music.
I remember being fifteen (1989) and I had just got back from Britain where I had fallen for a guy. I was a bit wasted, lying on a couch at a party, feeling a little sorry for myself, and this song came on. I shouted "who wrote this!!!!" And I have been a fan ever since!!
I can never listen to this song without crying
Ditto that❤
Very much same
After many many years I've found him again; I just love his music and especially this song!
A masterpiece!
Why is this man underrated and Ed Sheeran is so famous??? Why?
It's because Ed Sheeran has silly hair and this man hasn't. Plus I fancied this man's daughter.
I think Mike batt better
Ed Sheeran has mass appeal and this guy only appeals to the middle classes.
This is everything music should be.
A beautiful song about Death
When I hear this song my late dad is not in pain anymore xx
"How can the light that burned so brightly, suddenly burn so pale.' ...... is there a better lyric than this?
I never thought even the author would be able to do justice to this song after knowing the Garfunkel version, but yours is truly beautiful too.
At the age of 4, hearing this on the radio was the first time music hooked me.
"Who found out that nothing can capture a heart like a melody can?"
“Well, whoever it was, I'm a fan.”
Beautiful, Mike. Beautiful.
There are 2 most beautiful songs in the world that I would like to play in my funeral, Bright Eyes & Imagine by John Lennon.
was gibt es schöneres als MUSIK!
If ever you watch the movie watership down, watch it with your loved one. Have two boxes of Kleenex and a big blanket. The movie will pull every single emotion out of you until the point that you are tired in a good way
I’m almost 50 years old. The film still makes me cry. The opening bars to Bright Eyes have the same effect.
Probably one of the greatest songs ever written. It is definitely the greatest song about mortality ever written.
A masterpiece !!! This song always makes me cry.....incredible !!!
Never heard of Mike Batt until just now when I saw his name in the comments on video of Art Garfunkel sing it. Kudos to Mike Batt for writing this brilliant song. Mike Batt has a nice voice but I can't bear to listen to anyone other than Art Garfunkel singing Bright Eyes. Whether he technically should or not Art sustains the notes for longer than Mike Batt does and to me Art Garfunkel's version will never be beaten.
I agree but Mike is wonderful for writing that and many more fabulous songs. I could list them.
@@louiseduffy3192 Mike Batt wrote "The Wombles" theme tune. I'll always thank him for that.
To be fair Mike is playing the piano while he is singing. Art is just singing and likely able to concentrate on sustaining the notes for longer.
Closest thing to crazy, gotta have a listen. 👍
Não se deve comparar a vós mais bonita em bright Eyes, e sim dar o mérito ao compositor Mike e ao cantor Art Garfunkel. Uma mão lava a outra e as duas lavam o rosto.
One of the few times blood symbolizes something both tragic and joyous. This song is so deep with pathos you are predator and prey at the same time.
Even bubblegum songs penned by Mike Batt are good: "Bullfrog - I couldn't believe (1970)" penned by Mike Batt and Miki Anthony and "Mr Poem (1968)", & "I See Wonderful Things In You (UK 1968)", "Fading Yellow", "Lady of the Dawn", among others. Genius.
Great song! 👌
Beautiful song
This song must of made him a few million
Mike Batt.. you are my new hero
Thats the origiginal song , not garfunkle
Just seen Mike on BBC news singing a selection of his songs, including Bright Eyes. A reminder of my father's terminal diagnosis of liver cancer in 1979. The whites of his eyes turned yellow, making this song even more poignant.
Had no idea this song wasn't written by Art Garfunkel.
Makes me cry ...stop
Clever man.
I love both versions! But of cause,this is his song! Fantastic Version! Cheers from Germany! By the way,did he played at this Concert, Soldier Boy? This is my absolutely Favourite!
Perfect talent
Fantastic song!
👍👍👍Too good to be true. 👍👍👍
So this is the man who never made me look at rabbits the same way again
His voice seems to lack a certain something compared with Art Garfunkel's version, but the song itself is sublimely beautiful, even today.
Well I had to like your comment even though I don't agree! Garfunkel's voice is wonderful but to me Batt's is even better! To each, his own!
That's because he's Mike batt and not art Garfunkel, individuals with a unique quality.
This man wanted Art to sing this song that he wrote because Art has a perfect voice for this song. But Matt wrote the song and it's always great to hear the original song writer sing there song.
Wunderschön ..😍
großartig Bravissimi ✅
📯🎺🎹🎸🎷 👏👏👏
such a beautiful memory
I don't even care that it's not Garfunkel singing, 15 seconds in i am crying like i did the first time i saw the movie.
Beautiful. Anita Jackson, SA
You are really the best, Mike
@Mitchel have you heard his song Imbecile? No other like it
@@annabrisley1463 Hello Anna. Yes, I know this song. And I really like it. And my favourit Mike Batt Song is Portishead Radio.
Helo Mitchel. You mean Yankee Romeo Sierra Tango song hey:) I particularly love Railway Hotel. It's nostalgic
@@annabrisley1463 Exactly! You know a lot about Mike Batt. Great!
@ Mitchel yes I don't even know of one song of his that's not gorgeous
This was written about when someone dies there eyes are bright then they fade it wasn't about rabbits
Astonishing quality and feel!
THe first time I heard this song I was in grade six.. The song really touched me and made me wonder why was it so mystical .. until I learned later on in life the story behind this song. THis made me love the song more.
Ein schöneres Wort muss man singen ! ❤️
Danke schön ! 🧡 Merci !
Brilliant 👌
The other great composition by Mike Batt is this one - Theme from Caravans - ua-cam.com/video/Lbe3f_7vCfU/v-deo.html
This is a wonderful performance, so touching,so emotional, Mike is an outstanding writer,composer and performer,love him!
Music is my first love.💜
My daddy took me to watch Watership down!
He has cancer, with months to live.
Love my daddy!
❤
Hope the Best!
Beautiful A F
Sehr schön.
Chur bro .. never new it was made by
You this has been my favourite since
a child...now a Gangster..
Thanks Mighty Mongrel Mob🤟
very good voice😊
Love this song
So beautiful
Good question
Whole songs great but that half step dip before the chorus is👌
Thanks Mike now I'm crying 😢
He’s written some great songs.😄👌😎
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Why did he change the chord at "suddenly burn so pale"? It ruins the whole song. I could cry :-(
Get a life
Werner Atlhoff ... he didn't the Aminor chord is present throughout
@@maxpower3698 it also maximizes the sorrow...watch the movie. Terry Offord
the original made me cry.. this ,, not so much
weak slow voice. Art Garfunkel could sing this song well
He's good, but he's not Art..
No but then Arts not Mike
Mike Batt was already well known in the '70s for having composed and written the Wombling Song .. making Wimbledon Common famous!