Darren Hayes - Feels Like It's Over (Official Music Video)

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  • Опубліковано 30 кві 2023
  • Directed and filmed by
    Andrew Huebscher
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    Story wrritten by
    Blair Nichols
    Produced by
    Andrew Huebscher
    Featuring
    Darren Hayes
    Casey James
    Edited by
    Corey Ziemniak
    Hair & make-up by
    Stacy Bisel
    Production assistant
    J.D. Novella
    Assistant director/co-producer
    Blair Nichols
    “Feels Like It’s Over”
    Produced, arranged, composed and performed by
    Darren Hayes
    Mixed by
    Trevor Yasuda
    Mastered by
    Mike Bozzi
    Special thanks to
    Jason Oclaray
    Artwork
    Eric Hesse
    J.D. Novella
    Color & VFX by
    Andrew Huebscher
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 594

  • @RhysBarker
    @RhysBarker Рік тому +153

    There is no one better at telling a story than this man. It’s hard to express how lucky we are that we were alive at the same time to experience his magic for over 20 years… no one has ever been more relatable with the stories he tells and not only does he write incredible music but his videos really emphasise the point. The genius, the legend, the artist, the incredible delicate thing that is Darren hayes.

    • @JRP2008
      @JRP2008 11 місяців тому +4

      I strongly agree.
      Whether it's his music from Savage garden or from his solo career, he is always capable of setting the right mood and aiming it at an audience. He is extremely creative and is always able to get a clear message across in his songs through the music, lyrics and video.
      He is also a very kind and understanding human being who shows so much care towards other people. There's nothing more that anyone could expect from him. Everything he does as is, in his music and life in general, makes him the definition of perfect.

    • @hb85338
      @hb85338 5 місяців тому +2

      Agree with everything you said. He’s also an amazing person with a big loving heart! He’s one of the best singers of all times.

    • @mjcowgill7906
      @mjcowgill7906 3 місяці тому +2

      Just absolutely beautiful ❤❤

    • @AdamJMusic23
      @AdamJMusic23 10 днів тому +1

      Do feel incredibly lucky to have loved thru the past 30 years as a teen with DH to present day...& being only afew years younger i felt every line, song, album & video ❤ loved the SG years, debut album Spin & he's been my fave since TATS...the epic masterpiece that was TDTWM, SCABS & now this...🎉Amazing & Sublime❤❤ ❤❤❤

  • @AngieMcDee1975
    @AngieMcDee1975 Рік тому +106

    This video is so powerfully nostalgic.
    The thing I love the most is you no longer have to act out a relationship with a woman, we all accept and love you just the way you are 💜

    • @MsHeidiA
      @MsHeidiA Рік тому +14

      I’m so glad he no longer has to be unhappy. I’ve always loved him and his music and I’m so glad he’s making music again. I

    • @MrJacobrabbit
      @MrJacobrabbit Рік тому

      Yes

    • @Andrea-vc5ob
      @Andrea-vc5ob Рік тому

      Verdade👏👏👏❤

    • @carlosanton1824
      @carlosanton1824 11 місяців тому +1

      yo siempre supe q era gay en el vídeo d I WANT TO su mirada lo dice todo pero bueno cada quien sale el mundo exterior en el tiempo adecuado lo admiro mucho a este hombre sus canciones las letras la pasión q transmite al cantarlas mucho éxito para ti Darren Hayes te lo mereces por se ese ser radiante con tu música....💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

  • @ZoraAisling
    @ZoraAisling Рік тому +167

    This is just the story I hear when I listen to this song. Nothing specific goes wrong, there's no betrayal, no big fight, it's just a love that peters out when the people become complacent and comfortable. Heartbreaking as always because Darren knows how to tell a universal story. ❤

    • @peternicklin2693
      @peternicklin2693 Рік тому +5

      Well said Kim. It's not nice when you just don't love that person anymore. Trying to find the right words to say it, without hurting any bodies feelings.

    • @ScottishT
      @ScottishT Рік тому +3

      This is spot on Kim. It's the sadest feeling.

    • @rachelhume1674
      @rachelhume1674 Рік тому +2

      I agree

    • @jessedoyle1891
      @jessedoyle1891 11 місяців тому +2

      Omg. That was SO well-put. 🙌

    • @ArtingFromScratch
      @ArtingFromScratch 10 місяців тому +3

      It was so hard to hear him announce his marriage is ending at his concert this year

  • @libs25
    @libs25 Рік тому +112

    I'm so happy to be able to witness this stage of your life, Darren. It's amazing to see the real you reflected in your art. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

    • @astrokitten3686
      @astrokitten3686 Рік тому +5

      Me too. I'm so grateful I was in middle school when Savage Garden burst on the scene.. they were my first concert, and my favorite band. It's truly been awesome to watch Darren embrace who he is, and create such incredible music the past few years 💜 Love seeing his authentic self. We are so lucky!!

    • @alisonclark4233
      @alisonclark4233 Рік тому +1

      We are so sorry we missed you in Glasgow
      After waiting for u to come back
      Hope you might come back sometime in the future

    • @zacks1690
      @zacks1690 Рік тому +2

      ​@@alisonclark4233 I bought a ticket to his Sydney Australia do you remember tour, I can assure you it was the most fabulous show, he's been a favourite of mine (Kylie is the other fave) since I was 7 years old (now 31). ❤❤🎉🎉

  • @lesleystocks5318
    @lesleystocks5318 Рік тому +63

    Not all relationships are stormy , up & down, high & low. Sometimes they just fizzle out quietly & nobody talks about this .. this song is perfect ❤

  • @hb85338
    @hb85338 8 місяців тому +26

    Darren Hayes is unique! He can sing any song but nobody can sing like him! Just saw him in concert in April and it was definitely the best concert ever! His voice and stage performance were impeccable and exceeded any expectations! I hope he keeps making music, releasing more albums and going on tour! He’s also very sweet and fun to the fans and the crew he works with.

  • @Schykle
    @Schykle Рік тому +122

    So incredibly excited about this! Darren is the voice of my childhood. So lucky I got to appreciate his music growing up.

    • @merlinsvdd
      @merlinsvdd Рік тому +6

      Me too.

    • @reneestanton9363
      @reneestanton9363 Рік тому +4

      I know right I have always loved his music🎶🎶 my mom loved his music as well I think she would be happy that he still is making music

    • @merlinsvdd
      @merlinsvdd Рік тому +1

      @@reneestanton9363 i am sure, she is. I appreciate it too.

    • @wademiller1573
      @wademiller1573 11 місяців тому

      What a great sleep Ng!!

    • @wademiller1573
      @wademiller1573 11 місяців тому

      What a great song

  • @55joyy
    @55joyy Місяць тому +3

    My heart breaks watching you cry. Love you Darren. God bless you.

  • @alyssa6876
    @alyssa6876 Рік тому +44

    I wasn't expecting to be tearing up at work today, but here we are. This is beautiful and heart wrenching.

  • @AylaOlivieri
    @AylaOlivieri Рік тому +60

    Very powerful. Many of us have been in this situation and it’s hard to express the feeling when it’s happening but this video just projected that feeling. Beautiful as always Darren

  • @clorox1676
    @clorox1676 6 місяців тому +7

    So real it hurts to hear. " It feels like it's over, but nobody's leaving. There's so much love left so why am I grieving?" Damn, man. You really know how put that feeling into words. Never stop being awesome, Darren.

  • @toughcookierj
    @toughcookierj 14 днів тому +3

    The Absolute Best Pop Singer In the World ❤❤❤ I could listen to my Friend, Darren Hayes, all day. Thanks, Darren for all of the Music, Videos and your singing...THE BEST ❤

  • @dorispowell9572
    @dorispowell9572 Рік тому +38

    Beautiful song. So refreshing to hear lyrics about the more realistic times in a relationship when everything's not all sunshine and roses, that both partners have to work at it and it's not always easy. Video's stunning and extremely mood-evoking. Bravo to you Darren and all the other people involved in it's creation. 💔😢👏🌹

  • @jasonscott8265
    @jasonscott8265 Рік тому +18

    Wow Darren. This is beautiful. You are such a poet. I’ve always loved your writing/lyrics. The video is amazing….made me cry.

  • @KSV2themoonandback
    @KSV2themoonandback Рік тому +16

    Always been a fan since 'I want U' in 1997 (my first cd). Darren's voice is so distinctive, but his lyrics is what drew me into him music, they are so honest. Love his dramatic songs like this one and others like 'I don't know you Anymore' and 'Two beds and a Coffee Machine', they sound so grand, so final. Would have loved to see him live in concern, but missed it this year. What a talent, what an inspiration!

  • @myselfcaredoc
    @myselfcaredoc Рік тому +41

    What a gorgeous & heart wrenching video for one of my favorite songs on the album. Thank you Darren and team. Darren, your talent is unmatched and I am so so happy you are still making such incredible music.

  • @cindyschumann3055
    @cindyschumann3055 Рік тому +19

    Thank you for continuing to send your voice out into the world. I fell in love with your voice the first time I heard it almost 30 years ago. You helped me through marriage, divorce, wins and losses in life. I had missed hearing you, told someone about you and how talented you were, and the next month, you came back with new music and a new life you wanted to share with us. Most of us don't care about the politics of stardom. We just want to see you loved and happy so you can help us heal and grow through your own trials in life. You are a true gift with talents from the heavens.❤

  • @maryewing4049
    @maryewing4049 11 місяців тому +15

    Heartbreaking and powerful. All the best, Darren

  • @Denis-89
    @Denis-89 Рік тому +15

    This is like watching a short movie, not a music video! Storytelling at it's best and what a story it tells. So much heartbreak and sorrow! Loved every minute of it❤

  • @angelaklingenstein9457
    @angelaklingenstein9457 11 місяців тому +6

    I love how Darren's music speaks to everyone. There were so many times when I was going through a hard time Darren's music helped me through it. Thank you Darren love you.

  • @hb85338
    @hb85338 10 місяців тому +8

    This is an awesome short film. So relatable to many people. Darren is one of the best singers of all times.

  • @susanshedd1618
    @susanshedd1618 Рік тому +9

    What can I say, I love, love , love this. Love Darren so much. No one can tell a story like Darren and make the listener feel so many different emotions. We are all celebrating you Darren. Love you.

  • @aeriko001
    @aeriko001 Рік тому +11

    It's so rare to find a song about this part of a relationship. It's so painful realizing that it has all died down, even though the love will always remain. These lyrics manage to put down in words all these feelings I couldn't properly express.

  • @Amberbaer469npa
    @Amberbaer469npa Рік тому +11

    the most beautiful falsetto voice ever! gorgeous song - kudos to you for creating this piece of art! Much love from the USA!

  • @dinomaglaras9560
    @dinomaglaras9560 Рік тому +9

    This song has always been haunting and devastating. We are better for loving and being loved.The stunningly beautiful video only emphasizes the power of love even as it is lost. So much love to Darren Hayes for sharing the Darkness and the Light. (JefWick)

  • @explore8539
    @explore8539 Рік тому +14

    OMG I'm listening to this track just as I'm seeing this. My favorite song on the album. 🥰🥰🥰

  • @yousafsabir7224
    @yousafsabir7224 Рік тому +10

    Throughout every aspect of this album, you can feel how hands-on Darren is with it.
    Obviously, he wrote every song on the previous albums but Darren seems super connected with all these songs.
    Maybe it's the videos which are the extra connection? 🤔
    Great job Darren. Well done on the tour ❤

  • @vincenzacastiglia8485
    @vincenzacastiglia8485 Рік тому +4

    One of his best video. The more I watch at it at the more I think he is good actor too.

  • @IvenIf
    @IvenIf 2 місяці тому +1

    Video is also great! I like it. Beautiful, simple, but nuanced and truthfully in telling the story of romance and love fading away.

  • @paulkennedy7440
    @paulkennedy7440 Рік тому +7

    Wow, can really get lost in this song, amazing love it.

  • @barbarawagner1388
    @barbarawagner1388 Рік тому +21

    Geeze Darren, you can still rip out my heart. It's true that a relationship is like any living entity. Without constant attention, they can wither and die. I hope this isn't autobiographical and that you and Richard are all good. Thanks for sharing your music.

    • @carolinedunne3870
      @carolinedunne3870 Рік тому

      That's exactly what I was thinking, I hope it's not about his marriage.

    • @hb85338
      @hb85338 Рік тому +1

      A lot of details fit. I keep hoping it’s not, but I had that thought the first time I heard the song and Darren speaks out about his life through his lyrics. It would be heartbreaking. He deserves to be loved and worship. 😊

    • @carenza163
      @carenza163 Рік тому +4

      Well, the latest announcement answers this one. Very sad, but these things happen. I'd say this video captures it all beautifully, and Darren is much loved by so many, near and far. He'll be okay

    • @carolinedunne3870
      @carolinedunne3870 Рік тому

      What announcement ? Have they broke up?

    • @carolinedunne3870
      @carolinedunne3870 Рік тому +1

      Thank you for letting me know what a shame , but sometimes people just drift apart.

  • @cupy80
    @cupy80 3 місяці тому +2

    I fell in love with you when I heard "To the Moon & Back" during a holiday in Brisbane...and somehow I was nostalgic and today I landed on this...I have no words Darren, your voice, your storytelling...so proud of seeing you fully realised as the great artist you deserve to be and that you share it so generously with the world. Amazing song Darren...I bawled at the scene of the "rock"...it just reminded me how little it takes to make someone feel special and yet people just can't be bothered. Anyway, amazing song. Love.

  • @LB-en3ny
    @LB-en3ny Рік тому +9

    Ahhhh I ADORE this song - so looking forward to seeing this creation! 🧡

  • @tanatina
    @tanatina Рік тому +7

    Thank you Darren, it's a beautiful song❤

  • @user-bu1pi3yt5s
    @user-bu1pi3yt5s Рік тому +12

    Spectacular, lovely, touching, heartbreaking, deep, beautiful, love it totally Darren! How I would have liked to hear this song live on tour 💗 To me this video feels like part 2 of Let’s Try Being in Love 🌸 Bravo D!!

  • @leelylupin6575
    @leelylupin6575 Рік тому +10

    My favourite song on the album! 🫶🏻 Thrilled that it now has a video, and an absolutely beautiful video at that 🩵

  • @lucindacalabrese9864
    @lucindacalabrese9864 Рік тому +9

    Member of the first 216- 500 likes! Watching on repeat. 2.24 AM don't care. Great job Darren and everyone involved in this masterpiece ❤🎉

  • @CallumRickard
    @CallumRickard Рік тому +10

    This is my favourite track from the album; and now my favourite video! 🎉

  • @ZoraAisling
    @ZoraAisling Рік тому +9

    I was hoping there would be another music video! Guess I'll be setting an alarm clock (damn you time zones!)

  • @stefanaurora4958
    @stefanaurora4958 Рік тому +5

    I love you so much! Your music is the light in my times of happy and sad, grew up discovering love with your music. You are beyond amazing! May you always bless us with your music!❤❤❤

  • @michellewright9193
    @michellewright9193 Рік тому +9

    😊 can't wait 🎉

  • @darlenekerley575
    @darlenekerley575 Рік тому +5

    The song is amazing, it had me feeling this sadness of a lost love that was adore for so long! Seems someone was get hurt no matter what!

  • @carolinemore2407
    @carolinemore2407 Рік тому +7

    OMG ... EXCELENTE!!! BRILLIANT VIDEO FULL OF EMOTION!!! ❤ CONGRATS DARREN!!! 👏👏👏👏

  • @anita9259
    @anita9259 5 місяців тому +2

    You are a masterpiece, Darren. Love, forever. 💗

  • @agrace2001
    @agrace2001 Рік тому +5

    Great song! It reminds me of how sometimes we outgrow people and some relationships fade away. I love the Christmas tree part.

  • @raulgarza8143
    @raulgarza8143 Місяць тому +1

    I love you, Darren! You are amazing.

  • @jesseforce9933
    @jesseforce9933 Рік тому +5

    I was expecting some sappy song that made me feel bad, but this was actually uplifting and inspirational.

    • @jesseforce9933
      @jesseforce9933 Рік тому +1

      @@MoonBeamLight Because Darren's music as he has grown has been about not being a victim and this song continues that theme.

    • @jesseforce9933
      @jesseforce9933 Рік тому +2

      @@MoonBeamLight This is not "The Lover After Me."

  • @debraparker833
    @debraparker833 Рік тому +3

    You have a beautiful soul and love in its purest form. So happy for you and a promising future to continue your incredible art of music.

  • @beetroot48
    @beetroot48 Рік тому +5

    Very powerful. So emotional. That’s the artistry of a master. ❤

  • @kerrieelvidge4781
    @kerrieelvidge4781 Рік тому +9

    Wow D..it’s so so good! 💜 I love this song and now the video with it! It’s amazing

  • @James-mc1iu
    @James-mc1iu 8 місяців тому +3

    So extraordinary and relatable. Congratulations on the beautiful song

  • @ewelina-qr1cb
    @ewelina-qr1cb Рік тому +4

    I'm waiting!!!!! In Poland it will be 6p.m. Notfication turned on!!!😁😃

  • @TJolie
    @TJolie Рік тому +7

    My fave song on the album. I knew this MV would be so moving and & beautifully done that it would make me cry. I love it!

  • @lilles311
    @lilles311 Рік тому +9

    There could not have been a better video for this amazing song. Thank you, Darren ❤❤❤

  • @gaymonk3y
    @gaymonk3y Рік тому +4

    Hey gorgeous. Hope you’re doing well. Looking forward to seeing this. Cuddle your hubby and fur babies ❤

  • @julie1358
    @julie1358 Рік тому +4

    Wow…….the song & video clip is absolutely amazing. I was crying watching the love story unfold. Darren & Casey, you both were beautiful in the video clip. Darren, I have always loved your music. You truly are amazing, thank you so much for sharing your soul with us through your beautiful songs xo

  • @angharadswansea9343
    @angharadswansea9343 2 місяці тому +1

    Although we aren’t there yet, we are working toward a time when people can be their genuine selves without fear of recrimination. I hope it won’t be much longer.

  • @natashagmura9551
    @natashagmura9551 Рік тому +3

    ❤️💜I understand--why some people walk away from those who love them?--Because they have not yet grown their Loving Heart, it is clear...SENDING MY LOVE!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @oxanabarynch8584
    @oxanabarynch8584 Рік тому +7

    Wow ❤

  • @matthias.sachsse
    @matthias.sachsse Рік тому +8

    The first time I spent Christmas alone 2021 when my Ex moved out after 25 years. Horrible. Half empty home. I fell into big depression which lasts still. Thanks darren for this wonderful song.

    • @LordMonstrux
      @LordMonstrux 11 місяців тому

      Stay in there

    • @matthias.sachsse
      @matthias.sachsse 11 місяців тому +2

      @@LordMonstrux I have found a new cozy home about 17 months ago only for myself. I changed quite a lot and survived.

  • @derekatkins1773
    @derekatkins1773 9 годин тому

    Beautiful love song. Darren please make more ..❤

  • @alenakarabut1986
    @alenakarabut1986 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for share the part of your soul with us ❤

  • @IvenIf
    @IvenIf 2 місяці тому +1

    There is a way of looking at the story told that leaves you thinking (truly, sadly, and deeply). About loving and living.
    Midlife is, of course, not an ending of life. But such relationship - long lasting, exciting, filled with expectations, goals, events, meanings, emotions, desires, passions and love - may become the last one in your life...
    _There's so much love left_
    And this is wonderful, this is beautiful, this is worth celebrating!
    _So why am I grieving?_
    But sorrow may come and yearning may fill you, when think that _all of this_ is now left behind forever. Nothing like this will, _can_ ever happen again.
    _It feels like it's over_
    this time for real
    _Sunlight to sunset_ eventually. And Night is coming...

  • @carinawright420
    @carinawright420 Рік тому +2

    I’m overjoyed that you’re back to music!

  • @royalspunk02
    @royalspunk02 Рік тому +2

    Why is this sooo relatable at the moment? 😢💔

  • @sarahmj9490
    @sarahmj9490 Рік тому +6

    Great video, it fits the song and tells the story well, looks like a movie ❤

  • @byboomerchannel3449
    @byboomerchannel3449 Рік тому +6

    Can I be more happy? I don't think so! It's remarkable this time that you are delivering so much of yourself and exploring your sexuality as art. I'm so f*cking proud of having you as my favorite singer! I love you so much! ❤❤❤

  • @DoodiePunk
    @DoodiePunk 10 місяців тому +2

    Darren makes art pop. I didn't understand his messages as a child, but still loved his music. As I grew older, I appreciate his hard work and his ability to make too many timeless classics, popular across the nations.

  • @claregeorge3075
    @claregeorge3075 Рік тому +8

    That is an amazing video! Wow Darren I’m literally sat here in tears. Beautifully done from start to finish. 💜

  • @anthonysaggers3928
    @anthonysaggers3928 3 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely love this song, it's storytelling at it's best and sadly beautiful. Darren is a master of his art and has a truly exceptional voice. I'm also completely disgusted by some of the hateful comments posted on here by the homophobic trolls. If it's not your thing don't watch it no one forces you to and it doesn't justify the horrible personal attacks aimed at Darren who is just being who he is after years of having to hide it due to people just like you!

  • @POORFYOU
    @POORFYOU Рік тому +4

    This is the Hayes that I grew up with and taught me about good music, it's very nice to see you, it strikes me that you have an impeccable voice, it's a gift to be able to listen to you.

  • @dilystopley7851
    @dilystopley7851 Рік тому +4

    Can’t stop watching, listening love this so much. Adored DH for years he is the most underrated singer/songwriter.

  • @YajitiaGalaxy
    @YajitiaGalaxy 10 місяців тому +2

    I love your music since Savage Garden days.I thank you cause in the past i wanted to end things but what helped me was your voice it helped me through.The raw emotions in your singings is amazing."To The Moon And Back" will remain my favorite from the past but also love your newer stuff.💖

  • @subject1683
    @subject1683 Рік тому +7

    This man is such an amazing story teller through his lyrics. The video is beautiful, understated, emotive and moving. As a huge fan for years, I haven’t given this album a chance, it was too electronic for me on first listening. I think I need to revisit it without expectation. I wish the industry would support the people who know their craft and I wish it wasn’t so hyper focused on youth.

  • @laisaperes1049
    @laisaperes1049 Рік тому +6

    My God, I've never felt so much soul and so much emotion in a song lyric like this! Congrats Darren, my blue-eyed angel, as always you killed it! Congratulations 👏🥺😍🇧🇷

  • @JRP2008
    @JRP2008 11 місяців тому +2

    This song is beautiful and holds so much emotion. It shows that all the little things in life really do add up, and that it is hard to let go of it all at once. Especially after holding on to it for so long.
    The music is also very sweet yet sad which really gets to me. I even got a bit teary when watching the video. 🥲
    It breaks my heart to see my No. 1 favourite music artist and singer go through such hard times. But I also feel relieved knowing that real emotions and pain is being expressed and let out in this song, which takes strength, passion and bravery. ❤️

  • @darcymccoy6369
    @darcymccoy6369 Рік тому +8

    This is so real, and poignant, and heartbreaking, and beautiful all at the same time.

  • @usflyboyable
    @usflyboyable Рік тому +3

    Absolutely beautiful!!! I cried the entire time, this so explains a lot!!! Thank YOU Darren for putting soo many feelings and emotions into words for many of us… ❤❤❤

  • @cook1e70
    @cook1e70 Рік тому +4

    Looking forward to seeing this x 💜

  • @tonyg2170
    @tonyg2170 Рік тому +13

    Pure heart and
    soul of relinquishing faded love. Such amazing lyrics of disappointment and sadness, Darren. It’s why I’ll crash my boat onto your shores over and over! 🙂 such a sweet, emotive, and atmospheric video too. I truly, and greatly, appreciate your artistic genius!
    Now for a small (kinda) story. It’s been almost
    11 years since I’ve been with someone (physically / at all). The last date I had was in July of 2012. Pretty sad, but mostly by choice. I’ve pretty much given up on love, and hope
    for maybe something in a possible next life. I wasn’t really taught love by mom and dad. Even though I knew they loved me, and I loved them too, and I wouldn’t trade them as parents ever. I miss them terribly. I lost mom not too long ago, when you announced your tour. I was hoping you would come to the states AND even more so, to Chicago.🤞.
    I was trying to sell my mom’s estate that she left over run by mice, mold, dust, and dog hair. So I cleaned, scrubbed, and made repairs on our neglected summer home / then turned home, of 43 years. This was from July thru September of last year. I was trying to do my mom and dads legacy proud. Then your album came out. 😱 I had been listening to the singles you released while mom succumbed to dementia. Just like I listened to TDTWM while dad lost his battle, (of 30+) years to emphysema in October of 2007.
    Then you announced extending your tour to the States and… HOB CHICAGO!!! I was over the moon. I had something to look forward to. The last time I saw you, you were still touring with “another band member.” It was about 22 - 23 years ago. You were here before at Borderline Music on Broadway in Boystown, but since I’m not computer savoy, and I didn’t (and still don’t) do social media, I had no idea you were ever here.
    So, I found a buyer for mom and dads place. I hated selling so soon, but I had no choice. I owed money to the state, to moms bank, and I had borrowed $23K to keep my place solvent along with moms place too.
    It was time to let go.
    December was the closing, and I had that month to sort and remove, mom and dads personal items, and antiques they had collected over their lifetime together. It was mostly mom’s antiques. Dad sacrificed and worked his ass off to give mom everything her spoiled self wanted. He never said no on a truckers salary. We lived poor, but never hungry, or cold. How poor? In the 70’s, in LZ Illinois, our farm houses’ basement was half DIRT, with the back wall foundation caving in during the 10 years we lived there.
    December to March I kept trying to get tickets. Computer and tech handicapped made it incredibly frustrating trying to get tickets thru Live Nation and Ticketmaster 🤬🤬
    This is a story within a story I’ll skip. I tried again in April, and I finally figured out that it was my credit card contact number that was incorrect, and
    FINALLY, I got tickets
    🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏👏👏
    Unfortunately, I got the flu a week before your scheduled tour date. It wasn’t too bad, AT FIRST. I kept taking OTC meds and resting. I was determined to beat this, and make it to your concert! However, the weekend before, my symptoms escalated, and I had to go see the doctor Monday 4/17 Even with no medical insurance. It’s now three days before the concert, and I’m weak, coughing, with severe sinus congestion, and taking 875 milligrams of Amoxicillin twice daily.
    Still resting, and hoping for the best.
    Well, I have to tell you I’m so sorry for missing your show. The universe really has it out for me sometimes, and I was way too weak. Plus I would’ve had to go by myself. I guess I wasn’t meant to see your show, but fortunately someone posted your concert on UA-cam. I can’t thank them enough!
    I’m really hoping it’s not going to be another 23 years before I get to a chance to see you again in concert. I hope you will continue to make music. That’s the most important thing you can do for all your fans. It has really kept me going through the years.
    Is there a point to my rambling story. Sorry ADD and ADHD. Squirrel!!
    Yes, and maybe.
    Parents are never perfect. Just like a child will always be selfish. And not perfect too. Today, I feel we really expect so much from our parents. As much as I feel I was neglected and ignored by my mom and dad. I still felt loved and cared for even if it wasn’t an 80’s family sitcom.
    Going thru all mom and dads belongings and pictures, it was sad to not find even ONE picture of my mom holding me. Not even as an infant.
    Even in this distant upbringing I found out one thing. taking care of my mom as she ignored her dementia over the last year of her life was what I needed I guess. We all know how parents say that there love is unconditional for their children, but I learned it’s also unconditional in return. From a child back to a parent.
    This was the smile of love I always got from my mom when I would enter her room in the facility she stayed at across the street from my home. She would always say “Hi Tone, I didn’t think you would make it today.” Even though it would be my second or third visit that day. I do miss seeing that smile now. And even more, I miss bringing her a pumpkin latte in the morning, and hot fudge sundae in the evening. During her time there, those simple moments we shared were so priceless.
    So now that I’m truly alone, I’m going to go out and live a little. Hopefully maybe the universe will cut me a little slack now. No great expectations. Just a few plans, and I’m hoping that I can plan on seeing a new concert, from a new album, Darren, in a year, (or two🙂). Xo

    •  Рік тому +1

      Thats a heart breaking story, but its so real its life. Don’t ever feel alone or sorry. You. Don’t know what miracle will cone tomorrow

    • @angemurray4007
      @angemurray4007 Рік тому +1

      Thank you for sharing your story. Sending you love and light ❤

    • @mrpaultrunov
      @mrpaultrunov Рік тому

      ❤❤❤

    • @MaxDolphin84
      @MaxDolphin84 Рік тому

      Stay strong, don't ever give up... We are all victims of life situations and expectations, and there are so many things that we can't control, but we adapt to the circumstances at best of our abilities... What's important to remember is that all of us are here for a reason, even though we don't see it or understand it sometimes. And, as some wise human once said, it is not our abilities that make us who we really are - it is our choices. So, choose wisely and don't ever give up on hope and love, 'cause love is the reason this life has a meaning and all of it is worth our time here on this planet. Take care of yourself and other people too, respect others and you'll find love all around you... You never know, you just might be surprised by all kinds of love you'll discover in your life, 'cause love always wins. Wishing you all the best. #LoveWins

    • @recreate21
      @recreate21 10 місяців тому +1

      Such a beautiful story even though its painful too. I hope you are doing well and finding much peaceful joy in life... life doesnt give us everything we wish for, but we have to love it unconditionally , just like you loved your mom. sending you lovee...

  • @ewelina-qr1cb
    @ewelina-qr1cb 11 місяців тому +2

    Incredibly beautiful song, indredibly beautiful man. Darren I've loved You for over 20 years. ❤

  • @MusicCritics87
    @MusicCritics87 9 місяців тому +2

    I fuckin' love that song! even more with every spin!

  • @luqa8675
    @luqa8675 Рік тому +4

    ⭐️Love it Darren!⭐️
    Highlights were The Christmas tree scene, the shoe box of memories and your beautiful smile that can light up a room and melt hearts! 🥰

  • @rebeccalund4009
    @rebeccalund4009 Рік тому +3

    Cannot wait got notification set but keep looking make sure its not come on early id be mortified

  • @rebeccaveth931
    @rebeccaveth931 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful and heart breaking all at the same time!! Love it. ❤❤

  • @letbeefree4275
    @letbeefree4275 Рік тому +4

    Your beautiful voice is touching my heart ♥️love you Darren. Greeting from Thai

  • @dww2088
    @dww2088 Рік тому +6

    I just love this song and I can't wait to see the video! 😁

  • @katttham
    @katttham 9 місяців тому +2

    His voice ...❤

  • @homogenic73
    @homogenic73 Рік тому +6

    Impeccable taste in art 🎨 That painting above the fireplace is called "The Tailor" by Giovanni Battista Moroni ❤
    Great Video for a fantastic tune 💙💛

  • @emmagarcia5426
    @emmagarcia5426 Рік тому +5

    Amazing video and song! I love your art Darren 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

  • @Valerie-cv4hq
    @Valerie-cv4hq Рік тому +4

    so amazing. darren...you will always be the voice getting me through. you always have been and you make such an impact on my heart in the best way. this hit home hard. love love love. something you should hear today from a fan aka me is that you will always be a comfort in so many peoples lives and how thankful the world is to have you in it. I know I am. great song.

  • @pslay9324
    @pslay9324 Рік тому +4

    excited!!! Can't wait to hear 💙💙💙💙💙

  • @randallross1703
    @randallross1703 Рік тому +3

    I absolutely love this song and this video captures the mood and story perfectly! ❤️ 💯🌈

  • @horrorhusbands2356
    @horrorhusbands2356 Рік тому +3

    Heartbreaking and beautiful

  • @irenecross4667
    @irenecross4667 Рік тому +3

    Absolutely beautiful song. Your voice is beautiful as always, right back to the first song I ever heard from you. The Animal song. ❤️ I now love all your music ❤️

  • @MrDarenhayes
    @MrDarenhayes 7 місяців тому +2

    Love you Darren ....Obv !

  • @michellesusanx979
    @michellesusanx979 Рік тому +2

    I've watched this every day since it came out, now sending love to you Darren ❤

  • @MaxDolphin84
    @MaxDolphin84 Рік тому +6

    I've instantly loved this song as soon as it came out, from the first time I've listened to it... Darren, you touch our heart and soul with your music... I'll forever be grateful for the gift and talent you shared with us. Your songs are forever a part of our lives and memories, so thank you... You are an inspiration! You give us hope that humanity and kindness and love will win in this cruel, cruel world we live in... #LoveIsLove #LoveWins ❤

  • @scotthoornweg2306
    @scotthoornweg2306 4 місяці тому +1

    I love this song and music clip you are a amazing person Darren Hayes

  • @Hasa-81
    @Hasa-81 Рік тому +3

    So glad this song has a video. Hopefully it helps reach more people cos it’s a beautiful piece of art. Darren at his best. ❤