Oh my.... the number of comments to this song and video is overwhelming... I am moved that so many people share this masterpiece. We all own it together. How beautiful.
I was very sad last night You came by I was so glad though sadness covered The smile I kept for you I was waiting for the cloud to pass over Then I could show my love You could have made me laugh if you'd stayed But you left I was more confused than I was before you came I was frightened I saw insanity and tears I shouted for you to stay It could have been better If you had held my hand And smiled at me Or questioned why My face was so distorted I'm back in the sunlight again Oh I'm so glad It's only joy I wanna give to you Sometimes I feel lost and desperate Please forgive me If I show no sign of reasoning Or consideration In my bleaker times
listening to this makes you think (feel) you are in a different world...enchanting, haunting, mysterious, sublime...the strings and horn are amazing...this kind of music is meant only for those who can truly "feel"
How hauntingly beautiful. Taking Joan Armatrading’s voice and song as accompaniment to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers’ excerpts of dance, to match its rhythm so well ... it is truly genius. I play it and listen to it and watch it over and over and over again. And have sent this as a gift to both my mother and a friend for their birthdays.
I love you Joan Armatrading. I'm so honored I once spoke to you on the phone - it was for work so you wouldn't even remember, let alone read this comment on some guy's CZcams
I came across the What Every is For Us album many years ago. I pull it out every once and awhile and listen from start to finish. It Could Have Been Better is what I would consider Joan's best song.
I love Joan Armatrading, and I have seen many of her concerts, but I always go back to this wonderful album, Whatever for Us, is epic, and it marked the beginning of a ending of what it could have become the best ever FEMALES COMPOSERS DUO, but Joan was chosen, and allowed Pam Nestor to be left out, I will never know the real motives, but I hope they have forgiven each other... thou I know how hard it is to feel let down by another woman, and especially if she is your partner... hope it all heals...thou It Could Have Been Better !
This song incapsulates some of the deepest emotions of love. It does so in simple words and it does so more than once, making it an extraordinary experience.
The best concert I ever attended, the most thrilling, was seeing Joan Armatrading in a small venue in Pennsylvania, the United States. This was several years ago but I think about that joy til this day.
Absolute perfect pairing of song and video. Totally mesmerizing. Even when I listen to this song on other media, I see this video playing in my head. Great vision.
Oh my God... shivers down the spine. I'd forgotten all about this song and the memories it brings back. The 70's were my teen years and this song evokes all the joys and heartaches, tears and laughter of that period in my life. Thank you so much for this.
Beautiful song and video from a beautiful lady. She has git to be one of the most influential singer/songwriters of her generation. Have loved Joan forever
wow, what a masterful compilation - their dancing is extraordinary in slow motion, and the song is one i hadn't heard of hers so thanks on both counts. i was riveted throughout the whole video. perfect.
really amazing...I ve posted on her wall, so she can see how she inspires people with her music...thank you for posting this awesome gem ....Joan Armatrading is the best, and so was Fred and Ginger...
Paid attention to the dance...my God, so Untouchable for so many. May affection, attention to it, and the bliss uncovered be yours. Linda, be well kiddo...
I found this in, of all things, an on line Catholic Hymnal, or perhaps it was just a song collection. I never thought of this in the same way that such a selection implies.
wow..the magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.. with a beautiful love song sung by wonderful Joan Armatrading.. the final scene ending with the couple looking at each other expressed the song very well
The video represents true Elegance, and Grace, so precise .The musical composition is so complimentary to the dance so beautiful. A truly great collage of music and video.
Man I am so with you on this. I am a huge dog lover/owner and I had to put 4 dogs down since 2012--dogs I've had for at least 13 years. I have linked this CZcams vid on all four Facebook posts when I had to put my dear friends down. There is something about the song and the imagery of this beautiful dance routine that just seems to sum up both the anguish and beauty of our time together and the incredible sense of loss. I am humbled by this video AND song. Joan is a Goddess in my book.
+Noodleydoo this is something,,,I had to help my 18.5yo dear dog cross a few days ago and that is why I am here tonight. Without her in my little cabin in the woods. Gutted. Beauty like this helps.
Such a great song and such great singer and a really great video. This clip has been a standout for me since it was posted. A real wow moment when I first saw it. It's still a joy to watch and of course Ms Armatrading. So good. This is one of the tunes where she really gets a chance to show her skills and range and delicacy and strength. A real tour de force.
"Love can sometimes be magic ... But magic can sometimes .. just be an illusion". I hope one day I meet someone who makes me feel the way you did and it's True .
This song and video should be used to demonstrate what it is like for 2 people to live with loved ones and what suffering the trauma and confusions Alzheimer's does to a couple relationship, especially the twist right at the very end of the video.
Wow, Gus Dudgeon really knew how to record piano. A much deeper range than the often plonky seventies sound from Queen, etc. He was a real asset to Elton John's best era too. Incidentally, in 1972 Elton said this was one of his favourite songs.
Magic....auld school dancing with a "modern" song.........modern as in I'm auld so it's part of my youth ha! Beautiful dancing there though, romantic, in tune and glorious x
Well put together. I've known this song for 30 years, and it was from a 20 y.o album then. most powerful song i've ever heard. First time i've seen it with a dance backing though.
UNBELIEVEABLE! Thank you for whomever uploaded this . Both the music and the dancing are mesmerising - flawless! it's a gift to all who see, just look at it!!!!!!
My absolute favourite song of hers. Can't believe the track is 50 yrs old. I feel so old 😪 x
Oh my.... the number of comments to this song and video is overwhelming... I am moved that so many people share this masterpiece. We all own it together. How beautiful.
Yes, it is a masterpiece!
Thankyou for this beautiful piece of music and movement together they simply flow💕
I was very sad last night
You came by
I was so glad though sadness covered
The smile I kept for you
I was waiting for the cloud to pass over
Then I could show my love
You could have made me laugh if you'd stayed
But you left
I was more confused than I was before you came
I was frightened
I saw insanity and tears
I shouted for you to stay
It could have been better
If you had held my hand
And smiled at me
Or questioned why
My face was so distorted
I'm back in the sunlight again
Oh I'm so glad
It's only joy I wanna give to you
Sometimes I feel lost and desperate
Please forgive me
If I show no sign of reasoning
Or consideration
In my bleaker times
Thankyou..❤
Fantasy - I'm back in the sunlight again
my feelings were frozen, then I heard your music and everything in me dissolved and started to live and love again
Poetry in motion absolute magic by Joan,she shows us her impressive vocal range.
listening to this makes you think (feel) you are in a different world...enchanting, haunting, mysterious, sublime...the strings and horn are amazing...this kind of music is meant only for those who can truly "feel"
Hauntingly beautiful X.
Can one feel 'too much?'
How hauntingly beautiful. Taking Joan Armatrading’s voice and song as accompaniment to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers’ excerpts of dance, to match its rhythm so well ... it is truly genius. I play it and listen to it and watch it over and over and over again. And have sent this as a gift to both my mother and a friend for their birthdays.
I watch it over and over too
I love you Joan Armatrading. I'm so honored I once spoke to you on the phone - it was for work so you wouldn't even remember, let alone read this comment on some guy's CZcams
The song and the dance they are talking to each other
This is an exceptional song, incredibly moving.
it doesn't get any better than this
Amaze
Too Right
It could have been better.
I came across the What Every is For Us album many years ago. I pull it out every once and awhile and listen from start to finish. It Could Have Been Better is what I would consider Joan's best song.
Really really good,I loved it at first listen
I love Joan Armatrading, and I have seen many of her concerts, but I always go back to this wonderful album, Whatever for Us, is epic, and it marked the beginning of a ending of what it could have become the best ever FEMALES COMPOSERS DUO, but Joan was chosen, and allowed Pam Nestor to be left out, I will never know the real motives, but I hope they have forgiven each other... thou I know how hard it is to feel let down by another woman, and especially if she is your partner... hope it all heals...thou It Could Have Been Better !
Can we all agree that this is best song ever?
Definitely,I am really glad I found out this masterpiece from Burberry fashion show
This song incapsulates some of the deepest emotions of love. It does so in simple words and it does so more than once, making it an extraordinary experience.
The best concert I ever attended, the most thrilling, was seeing Joan Armatrading in a small venue in Pennsylvania, the United States. This was several years ago but I think about that joy til this day.
Written by Pam Nestor (sp); Joan's first album, and best to my mind. And THIS song, The most powerful song i've ever heard.
Absolute perfect pairing of song and video. Totally mesmerizing. Even when I listen to this song on other media, I see this video playing in my head. Great vision.
Always brings tears to my eyes. Beautiful song.
First time hearing this and am moved to tears. Fantastic.
Oh my God... shivers down the spine. I'd forgotten all about this song and the memories it brings back. The 70's were my teen years and this song evokes all the joys and heartaches, tears and laughter of that period in my life. Thank you so much for this.
So glad Kill list showed me this masterpiece of a song
Omg same!
Who are you? How do you know me? Are you a stalker?
I love you…I’m the love of your life
Joey I’m the love of your life
@@emilymanson8649HELP I NEED AN ADULT!!!!!
one of my favorite Joan Armatrading songs.
The type of love that makes you relate to this song 🥰🔥
Beautiful song and video from a beautiful lady. She has git to be one of the most influential singer/songwriters of her generation. Have loved Joan forever
I wasn’t even born when this music was made. My father listened to Joan and other amazing artists.. and I never stopped listening after he passed
Still one of the greatest things I have seen to o a most magnificent song xx
I keep coming back to watch this beautiful video what a match the music and dancing absolutely beautiful breathtaking thank you
Mark Brewer Im dancing inside every time I watch it
This song has not aged at all. Still amazing.
Amazing , I want to cry.
What a beautiful video to put to this wonderful song
wow, what a masterful compilation - their dancing is extraordinary in slow motion, and the song is one i hadn't heard of hers so thanks on both counts. i was riveted throughout the whole video. perfect.
Es berührt mich so tief. Diese Harmonie. Das Spiel von Schwung und Gleichgewicht und dann dieser Song dazu. Ich kann gar nicht aufhören es zu sehen.
I wld love to see a figure skating routine done to this song. Beautiful!💜
really amazing...I ve posted on her wall, so she can see how she inspires people with her music...thank you for posting this awesome gem ....Joan Armatrading is the best, and so was Fred and Ginger...
What a fabulous song and video - Thank you for sharing
Such fine work, congratulations; of course Joan the quiet master, mistress of soundscapes.
Paid attention to the dance...my God, so Untouchable for so many. May affection, attention to it, and the bliss uncovered be yours. Linda, be well kiddo...
That was lovely!
I found this in, of all things, an on line Catholic Hymnal, or perhaps it was just a song collection. I never thought of this in the same way that such a selection implies.
This is wonderful
wow..the magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.. with a beautiful love song sung by wonderful Joan Armatrading.. the final scene ending with the couple looking at each other expressed the song very well
Hauntingly beautiful, exquisite with this video f Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Brilliant idea!!!!
Excelente video...musica...y esta perfecta y maravillosa pareja..por siempre!!!!!Fred y Gingers!!!!!❤️
The video represents true Elegance, and Grace, so precise .The musical composition is so complimentary to the dance so beautiful. A truly great collage of music and video.
Love this prolific singer/song writer, she could not be better.
As beautiful as this song is, ever since I saw Kill List I can't help but connect it to creepy goings on.
very fine art dancing Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire
Dancing and costume design today don’t even come close. Joan’s singing and music combined with Fred n Ginger - divine.
Whoever did this... it's perfect! Thank you! You've got an talented eye.
Man I am so with you on this. I am a huge dog lover/owner and I had to put 4 dogs down since 2012--dogs I've had for at least 13 years. I have linked this CZcams vid on all four Facebook posts when I had to put my dear friends down. There is something about the song and the imagery of this beautiful dance routine that just seems to sum up both the anguish and beauty of our time together and the incredible sense of loss. I am humbled by this video AND song. Joan is a Goddess in my book.
+Noodleydoo this is something,,,I had to help my 18.5yo dear dog cross a few days ago and that is why I am here tonight. Without her in my little cabin in the woods. Gutted. Beauty like this helps.
Wow. Me too. Butterbean Spice. Two days ago. 16 &1/2. Between this and Avicii's Waiting For Love (Lyrics), I'm undone.
facetothefall. is the CZcamsr you should be thanking. Look at top! I congratulated you, on your inspiration, earlier!
She is genius.
wow, the music and dancing fit so well... magic!
Joan's romantic ballads are the very best and use her uniquely beautiful voice to its best advantage.
Still love this song and video.
Brilliant. It couldn't really be better
Going to see her this weekend, looking forward to it!
Some very sad news came and I needed to hear this song. Watching your amazing video transported me. You have created magic.
Thank you.
Such a great song and such great singer and a really great video. This clip has been a standout for me since it was posted. A real wow moment when I first saw it. It's still a joy to watch and of course Ms Armatrading. So good. This is one of the tunes where she really gets a chance to show her skills and range and delicacy and strength. A real tour de force.
This is incredibly beautiful!
it is a once in a lifetime privilege to see such artistry.
Loved the evening out! You are my Nelson Mandela!
Anyone else here because of Kill List? Whata great song, very underappreciated
the words , the music , the dance .....sooooooo beautiful
Always a classic. Trouble beautiful meant for me
"Love can sometimes be magic ... But magic can sometimes .. just be an illusion". I hope one day I meet someone who makes me feel the way you did and it's True .
Exactly where I heard it :-) I love soundhound.
the music and lyrics make me cry...i love it
This song and video should be used to demonstrate what it is like for 2 people to live with loved ones and what suffering the trauma and confusions Alzheimer's does to a couple relationship, especially the twist right at the very end of the video.
uoww... you have changed my view about this song, and i totally understand your point... thanks for the insight !
Just stunning. The whoole thing. These are some of Miss Armatrading's greatest lyrics, not to mention arrangements. Tell me I'm lying...
Wow, Gus Dudgeon really knew how to record piano. A much deeper range than the often plonky seventies sound from Queen, etc. He was a real asset to Elton John's best era too. Incidentally, in 1972 Elton said this was one of his favourite songs.
The beautiful rhythm of this song , i love this!
Great match to a fantastic song. Thank you.
Oh how I love this.
Love love love you and your song
I revisit this often, it's just beautiful xx
Magic....auld school dancing with a "modern" song.........modern as in I'm auld so it's part of my youth ha! Beautiful dancing there though, romantic, in tune and glorious x
So beautiful! 🫶🏼
Just beautiful the whole combination
Excellent, Beautiful, Fantastic .Great love scene make you want to cry
Beautiful in every way. Love the dancing images.❤❤
Magnificent xxx
Beautiful
My favorite number one song at all times.
Awesome song, awesome dancing. How good was Ginger Rogers, did it all in heels!
5 stars
It couldn't get any better than this ......
Ich könnte es mir immer wieder anschauen, wunderschön
Well put together. I've known this song for 30 years, and it was from a 20 y.o album then.
most powerful song i've ever heard.
First time i've seen it with a dance backing though.
Music and dance well matched there. Excellent!
Timeless…
It is absolutely wonderful, this music with this video.
Haunting.
Wonderful
Magnificent x
So Lovely
UNBELIEVEABLE!
Thank you for whomever uploaded this . Both the music and the dancing are mesmerising - flawless! it's a gift to all who see, just look at it!!!!!!
Music and dance matched well done whoever done it x
This is so lovely, thank you for your work on this. I love seeing the slow motion of their dance. Well done!
Just beautiful
Beautiful, beautiful song
Simply gorgeous...
Sublime combination.
Beautiful.