“All the money in the world couldn’t buy back those days.”
@kris2k
3 ай бұрын
i'm from The Beat(en) Generation (Marr from Smith): no money no comments but, love is stronger than death
@rachelgreen1964
2 ай бұрын
So true.
@archiecruz8032
6 күн бұрын
Haha! That's also my favorite lines in this song.
@a.j.4097
10 сағат бұрын
Im convinced this is the perfect pop song. So well written.
@notmyrealname1730
Ай бұрын
I'm here because I was around when this song was released in 1983.
@marcosgomes7681
16 күн бұрын
Same with me 😅 I'm older now but still love this song like the first time I listen
@user-jt6fq1jg9b
2 күн бұрын
Shit, I was born in 1983 and I was played this song for years one of my favourite ever
@palp-v9y
Күн бұрын
this song is the best, for real for real
@hellekittie7888
4 ай бұрын
Another song which makes us feel sad and happy at the same time
@joekelly3849
4 ай бұрын
Well put!
@MrBGBRGR
3 ай бұрын
I actually cried I heard this song before having spine surgery and was full of emotion
@louisebarber2984
Күн бұрын
He has a special knack for that.
@maryfrance1187
3 ай бұрын
Who is there in June 2024? 🎤🎵🎶🎼💃🕺Greetings to all The The fans everywhere around the world ❤
@ozmosyd
2 ай бұрын
I hear ya
@TihetrisWeathersby
8 ай бұрын
The 80s remains undefeated, These sounds are so magical
@petercelle1796
3 ай бұрын
Yes indeed. The last era of original sounding , non- cookie cutter music
@user-jf1qz3lh2b
6 ай бұрын
What a JOY to discover this in 2024‼️🎶I’m 78 years old. This IS the Day! EVERY DAY! Such an honest, positive, uplifting ageless song! What a Gem‼️I’m going to buy the vinyl soon!! Very Thankful 🙏👍for this music 🎶 and the lyrics are spot On‼️😅🥳🥳💃🏻🎉😎 💃🏻🕺💃🏻🕺♥️
@SuzanneO707
6 ай бұрын
💃💃💃💃 I've got the 45, a swapsie that got forgotten. I was a school kid. Lol.
@philruane5910
5 ай бұрын
Nice post dude ❤
@BeeDeeMusik
5 ай бұрын
Agree 100
@SuzanneO707
5 ай бұрын
@@BeeDeeMusik Great isn't it❤
@whatifitneversnows
5 ай бұрын
I think you might have misread the song's meaning. Its the opposite.
@sirfizz6518
Жыл бұрын
The mixing engineer who decided to crank the bass so high is an absolute legend.
@leod-sigefast
Жыл бұрын
Yes, it is cool! It reminds me a bit of an OMD type baseline from around that time. Most likely a synth bass.
@BrianCarnevaleB26
11 ай бұрын
Now it is total lounge mode until we go to "pump iron!"
@fuzzylogic33
9 ай бұрын
Makes me dance like stretch Armstrong
@herchelleonwood7463
5 ай бұрын
@sirfizz6518 its a Joy Division thing, the late Ian Curtis always told bassist Hooky to crank the bass up, he wanted to hear it, Hooky jumped at the opportunity and played lead melody as bassist on many J.D. songs, starting the trend..
@jx9266
3 ай бұрын
Crazy ❤
@DouglasRichardson-er4ky
3 ай бұрын
This post goes out to Ben Ross 🥀 who died during the Pandemic. The The was one of his fav bands when i listen to The The I think back to good times we had as teens in Madison WI may Ben Rest In Peace ✌🏻
@ozmosyd
2 ай бұрын
You mean Plandemic
@manosstefanakos5335
Жыл бұрын
I have loved this song for almost 40 years. Listening to an older Matt sing it, with a voice that's a little bit deeper, a little more knowing, is one of the joys of my life.
@dimitrihartmann6110
Жыл бұрын
Same here, Manos, same here ,,,
@hannahnewton3324
Жыл бұрын
Me too - heart shatteringly bloody marvellous
@mrs.stefonmeyers7156
Жыл бұрын
Fellow greek? 🇬🇷👀
@hannahnewton3324
Жыл бұрын
@@mrs.stefonmeyers7156 absolutely!
@ernielord9960
Жыл бұрын
1:36 all my life
@oliverw.leibenguth4630
3 ай бұрын
When you're getting older, this Song reminds you of every missed opportunity in life. That's why I love and hate it at the same time :'-)
@carolinegreiner3816
3 ай бұрын
Exactly! Although I understand the many comments which find this song uplifting, it sounds rather melancholic to me: "this is the day your life will surely change" sounds like trying to reassure yourself that everything is going to be okay even though you're not entirely convinced. I love this song anyway, and perhaps this is just a misinterpretation from my melancholic self 😂
@tastedawaste1367
2 ай бұрын
@@carolinegreiner3816 proving Matt's lyrical and musical prowess, I remember seeing an interview where he mentioned he had wanted this song to sound uplifting but also melancholic, he did it perfectly indeed.❤️🔥
@moongypsyguerrero1925
2 ай бұрын
Yes, agreed
@moongypsyguerrero1925
2 ай бұрын
@@carolinegreiner3816That's what I said,"melancholic"!
@franssantos9417
7 күн бұрын
My interpretation of this song is about a loved one's passing. This is the day your life will surely change. It's just for me though.
@MaverickIceman
4 ай бұрын
I just discovered this song today. It makes me so happy that I can still find an old song that I've never heard and love it so much
@redcropuk
3 ай бұрын
Hi, saw your message and totally understood what you meant, finding old songs that are new to our ears can be a real thrill. Hope you don’t find it presumptuous of me but I just wanted to share some great forgotten tracks of the 1980’s, share the joy. I either bought them at the time or rediscovered them in recent months like you did with The The. Best regards. The Adventures - Broken Land. Til Tuesday - Voices Carry. When in Rome - The Promise. Simple Minds - The American. 10,000 Maniacs -What’s the Matter Here. Moving Pictures - What About Me. Debbie Harry & Joey Ramone - Standing in My Way. Psychedelic Furs - Heaven. Swimming with Sharks - Careless Love. Fischer Z - Perfect Day. The Pogues - Haunted. Echo & the Bunnymen - The Game. Hazel Dean - They Say it’s Gonna Rain. Teardrop Explodes - When I Dream. Iggy Pop - Shades. Patti Smith - People Have the Power. Paul McCartney - Tug of War. Pretenders - Goodbye. Peter Schilling - Major Tom. Rhythm Sisters - American Boys. Zaine Griff & Kate Bush - Flowers. Lloyd Cole & the Commotions - Rattlesnakes. Kissing the Pink - The Last Film. Kirsty MacColl - Terry. Icicle Works - Love is a Wonderful Colour. GoGo’s - Vacation. Dusty Springfield - Reputation.
@MaverickIceman
3 ай бұрын
@@redcropuk thanks for all the recommendations. Of all these songs, I only have 2 of them on my playlist so I will definitely have a blast listening to these songs for the first time. The 80s are definitely the best decade for music in my opinion so I'm glad there's still loads of songs that I haven't listened to. Cheers
@redcropuk
3 ай бұрын
Oh great ! They really are lost and forgotten gems, and if you love the 80’s you’ll def find some tracks amongst the list that you’ll like. The Pogues track has an Irish female singer on vocals, the Kirsty MacColl track was also covered by Tracey Ullman and was also just as good, and the GoGo’s track has Belinda Carlisle on lead vocals. Have a great summer and best regards from a fellow music fan. 👍
@redcropuk
3 ай бұрын
If you think the 80’s are the best decade for music then you’ll DEF find some songs amongst the list that you will like. And yeh, the 80’s was just fantastic music. 👍 Have a great summer and best regards from another music fan.
@redcropuk
3 ай бұрын
Sorry to be messaging again, but I just realised something, the B Movie track called Remembrance Day, it’s the 1981 version ya want, the 4.27 minutes one. There are other later mixes but the original single version is the best one. And if you find you like the Kirsty MacColl track it was written by her but it was also covered by Tracey Ullman around the same time, both versions are equally as good. Most of the songs have videos on here and they’re all from the 80’s except for the Debbie Harry track and the Pretenders track which are both from the early 90’s. OK, I’m done now 😀 see ya !
@JoanneDawes-pg9uf
6 ай бұрын
Been feeling lost since my wonderful dad died ... gone to been in my bedroom listening to this ... wish my dad was shouting up stairs my teas ready ... how this song takes me back
@Paulco67
5 ай бұрын
I’m sorry you have lost your Dad. Music is wonderful at capturing memories we stored deep in our minds and making them fresh again. Your Dad is still very nearby and he still loves you very much. Have a cupola tomorrow and toast him! Take care.
@mop714
5 ай бұрын
I was the same with my dad (RIP), lost himalmost 40 years ago, and it is old movies that I sat with him when I was a little girl, my weekend treat with him. Music also has a soothing way of healing and remembering. You are still grieving, so give yourself time to do this, is normal.
@andrewmagee2541
5 ай бұрын
Bless, know how you feel. Love you guys. Keep on keeping on x
@Androlan01
5 ай бұрын
So sad, but so deep. All the best.
@loganhamilton4129
4 ай бұрын
I lost my dad when I was 16. I’m 21 now and music is still the only thing that connects us even after he’s gone. Don’t ever doubt his love for you, listen to the music and cherish his love.
@jeredutt7498
Жыл бұрын
since I was 19.. life theme song.. I still cry every moment thinking how fast life flies... but this is the day...
@nip245
Ай бұрын
This is one of the few songs that brings me great joy. Its use in Empire Records is magical.
@deegibbons1099
10 ай бұрын
Most underrated band EVER!! this tune is so flipping uplifting proper music 🎶
@tompaulcampbell
10 ай бұрын
Maybe when Johnny Marr was part of it!
@UkDave3856
Жыл бұрын
This album could have been released yesterday and it would still sound relevant
@reallygoodstuff
Жыл бұрын
Yes - ahead of it's time. Like Ian Dury.......timeless !
@50puft
Жыл бұрын
But if it was today it would sound 2 days old
@marcbarham9854
Жыл бұрын
Damn right Dave?!
@ryanponder679
Жыл бұрын
Yep entire album is awesome.
@garymacmillan6401
Жыл бұрын
It is an amazing album. As is Infected.
@andygray7478
Жыл бұрын
Lyrics are brilliant, I’ll bet a lot of folk could easily associate with them, I can. “All the money in the world couldn’t buy back those days”
@campesino34
Жыл бұрын
Same here 😊
@andygray7478
Жыл бұрын
@Charles Kexings 🤔 I wonder…………..
@StLProgressive
Жыл бұрын
It hits much harder at 51, that’s for sure.😂
@ludurigan
Жыл бұрын
that's the line that caught me mate
@scottallison2296
Жыл бұрын
You could have done anything, if you wanted And all your friends and family think that you're lucky But the side of you they'll never see Is when you're left alone with your memories That hold your life together, like glue these did it for me
@1970Louby
Ай бұрын
The genius of The The... one of my all time favourite songs. I used to have a Soul Mining t-shirt back in the 80s. The best time for music!
@zackzaharko89
Жыл бұрын
So happy that Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3 has brought attention to this song again, pretty amazing
@chrislaverick6413
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, when this song played during the movie, I wild out in the theater
@djxiii
Жыл бұрын
Without a doubt this is my favourite needle drop in any MCU movie.
@zackzaharko89
Жыл бұрын
@@chrislaverick6413 James Gunn sure knows how to inject great music into his films
@zackzaharko89
Жыл бұрын
@@djxiii 💯
@meb2126
Жыл бұрын
James Gunn, clearly, belongs to the same language/music family, as I am. 😊
@andrewjordan6003
Жыл бұрын
If Shakespeare had written ‘You’ve been reading some old letters, you smile and think how much you’ve changed. All the money in the world couldn’t buy back those days’ it would rightfully be celebrated as the work of genius it is.
@Neurodisco77
Жыл бұрын
I think the intro couplet "Well you didn't wake up this morning 'cause you didn't go to bed You were watching the whites of your eyes turn red" and the third verse are even better "You could have done anything, if you wanted And all your friends and family think that you're lucky But the side of you they'll never seeIs when you're left alone with your memories That hold your life together, like glue"
@NYFMA
Жыл бұрын
@@Neurodisco77 Anyone who's ever suffered depression/insomnia identifies with that; one of the greatest opening lines ever! Immediately knew I loved this song (and its creator) the first time I heard it (in spring of 1984)
@Neurodisco77
Жыл бұрын
@@NYFMA True
@raphaelamc
3 ай бұрын
Algum brasileiro ouvindo em 2024?
@PauloHenrique-kr9sb
3 ай бұрын
Eu é claro (24 de maio)!
@tiagoalandecarvalho
3 ай бұрын
Eu , 25 maio
@marcelomartinsdagama1557
3 ай бұрын
Yes, I do!
@abragadobr
3 ай бұрын
Claro 03/06/2024.
@wellingtonporangaba7750
3 ай бұрын
Com certeza essa música é perfeita
@JimBobBobJimmerson
8 ай бұрын
I'm 36 and I've been a punker, a metalhead, a funk junky, and even bluegrass musician, but never was much on nu wave. This song, though, has been a constant since childhood. It's just a perfect song.
@berthaconsamuyo5443
6 ай бұрын
La misma sensación te comprendo perfecto, 🎉❤
@Nykona-Sharrowkyn
5 ай бұрын
It's 'NEW'
@leeannmarhevsky3537
2 ай бұрын
I walked down the aisle to this song
@TihetrisWeathersby
7 ай бұрын
You have to appreciate good music, No matter which era
@lianaciufo1763
7 ай бұрын
I've absolutely loved this song like forever. If I lived to be 1,000 years old I'd still love it and it will always keep up to date whichever era. Beautiful voice, amazing music ❤❤❤❤
@danmorley6517
Жыл бұрын
Just changed anti depressants after 5 years of being numbed emotionally. Just starting to rediscover my love of music.
@m.marques778
Жыл бұрын
Lyrics: Well you didn't wake up this morning 'cause you didn't go to bed You were watching the whites of your eyes turn red The calendar on your wall was ticking the days off You've been reading some old letters You smile and think how much you've changed All the money in the world couldn't buy back those days You pull back the curtains And the sun burns into your eyes You watch a plane flying Across a clear blue sky This is the day, your life will surely change This is the day, when things fall into place You could have done anything, if you wanted And all your friends and family think that you're lucky But the side of you they'll never see Is when you're left alone with your memories That hold your life together, like glue You pull back the curtains And the sun burns into your eyes You watch a plane flying Across a clear blue sky This is the day, your life will surely change This is the day, when things fall into place This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change This is the day (This is the day) Your life will surely change
@aikighost
Жыл бұрын
Soul Mining is one of the few albums that make me sing out loud while cycling in traffic :)
@jaiikaii
Жыл бұрын
I can understand what you mean about why you weren't happy with the video at the time but so glad you have released it now for us to see.
@dimitrihartmann6110
Жыл бұрын
'Soul Mining' was the definitive record for me back in the day and it really was a game changing thing in terms of becoming a, well, knowledgeable young adult ... These lyrics still hold my mind together like ... glue ... Thanks, Matt, and congratulations on making the last 40 years count ...!
@craigds3745
Жыл бұрын
It's been my favourite for 40 years.
@33Luger
Жыл бұрын
I wonder if musical artists realize how much they influence our lives?
@saraellen8446
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Soul Mining was the first time I thought "Has this person been reading my mind & putting my thoughts to music??". Even now, all these years later, every time I see a clear blue sky & a plane flying across it these lyrics cross my mind
@front2427
Жыл бұрын
this is a part of me that id forgotten,
@blackstreek
Жыл бұрын
I dedicated this song to my son when he was born, told him it will take him through life.
@signalenergie
6 ай бұрын
Matt Johnson pulling off an American accent. Love this song. 1983 was a good year.
@gavind9487
Жыл бұрын
What a great tune. Has there ever been a better accordion solo in a pop song?
@Neurodisco77
Жыл бұрын
Kd Lang songs possibly
@marcosgomes7681
2 күн бұрын
@@gavind9487 no, only a few Tom Waits songs come close, but you cant call Tom Waits pop
@stimso
Жыл бұрын
It's amazing that he had this wise perspective at 21 yo. Just great lyrics.
@benedettobruno1669
Жыл бұрын
Your comment matches exactly my thoughts.
@loopygal9925
Жыл бұрын
Mine too all the way from Nauru 🇳🇷 the brain waves are strong
@russallen778
Жыл бұрын
a true prophet
@verapamil07
5 ай бұрын
@@loopygal9925 wow, what are you doing in Nauru?
@caknox1
Жыл бұрын
The outpouring of love and emotion regarding this song is simply wonderful to see. Not to speak for all, but I can only imagine that, collectively, the impact of This Is The Day in our lives is seemingly endless. For those of us who have known Matt Johnson and his work, most of us have aged into lives we could not have foreseen in our youth. Yet I imagine all of us have retained places in our hearts and souls, carved out regions of our lifelong soundtracks wherein Matt Johnson's The The is as important to us today as it was when we first heard his music. Our youth lives on in our aging selves. My God, have we been fortunate...
@mickeydeee
6 ай бұрын
I can't speak out of experience because I'm only 25. I've always been crazy about new wave and all music 70-80s, but I just wanted to share that I think that was a beautiful sentiment to share with us. I'll be lucky if I can get my children to like my music, especially since its already considered ancient 😂
@thornlea01
Жыл бұрын
This song brings back such happy memories, I listen to it often. Was surprised to hear it on Guardians of the Galaxy. It was definitely the highlight of the film!
@TheOrtwineBoy2002
Жыл бұрын
GTA Online Kult FM
@GregMuniz7
Жыл бұрын
Bake and destroy 2012 is when I heard this
@WaldemarOrey
Жыл бұрын
I think the same, I watched it today and omg, I love this song, couldn't stop singing, so nostalgic and... 😩♥️♥️
@markrowe1979
Жыл бұрын
Michelle Foley, same name as the love of my life!😍
@jbfk9820
Жыл бұрын
Got on to it from a manic street preachers cover a few years back then guardians has got me back on it! Quality tune.
@SyntheticFilms
Жыл бұрын
No shame with this music video. This was great in 1983 and still is 40 years later. 🖤😎👏👏
@matthewfeatherston8982
3 ай бұрын
I'm excited to see them live this year.... I never thought I would be able to see this band live, but guess who has tickets to the show....
@mortalkoil1971
3 ай бұрын
Me too !
@windyhillbomber
3 ай бұрын
Me too
@seanlaw2419
3 ай бұрын
Just got tickets for the Atlanta show! very happy!
@carolinegreiner3816
3 ай бұрын
Me tooooo! I discovered The The a few years ago and I never thought I would have the opportunity to see them live. I have to travel from Paris to Brussels for the concert but I would have regretted it so badly otherwise!
@carlosdeville9989
3 ай бұрын
Yup! Perth Western Australia in November...cannot friggin' wait! 😎🤘❤
@cor2250
7 ай бұрын
One of my fav 🤗🖤i was married with this song 1983
@pixelwash9707
4 ай бұрын
When I found a girl that claimed to like this song as much as I did, I eventually married her. I'm not sure she fully realized how much I thought the song was slightly ironic though, and we eventually parted ways, after two kids though. Another THE THE tragedy foretold. Still my favorite band though, and his predictions of globalization and the Iraq wars also came true.
@cor2250
4 ай бұрын
@@pixelwash9707 Oh oke 😁
@pixelwash9707
4 ай бұрын
@@cor2250 I thought it was kind of funny too., lol. Despite the dark and harsh sounds and writing, THE THE's songs have a dark humor to them that I think many people can't really see, but it troubles them, and that's why they weren't as successful as "normal" pop artists.
@cor2250
4 ай бұрын
@@pixelwash9707 true 💯
@cor2250
4 ай бұрын
@@pixelwash9707 his music and his bass is very rare thats why im a big fan of matt Johnson The The
@jamesblyth4966
15 күн бұрын
I've said it before, but I will say it again, that first 'this is the day' just hits sooooooo different.
@jp00349
Жыл бұрын
Matt - one day you will probably have an idea of how much these bittersweet lyrics helped people through either sadness or even hardship. I am one of those and for that I thank you. I'll still treasure this tune, these words and yes, this Betacam video, as it is.
@wanderjoy1589
Ай бұрын
I played my Soul Mining cassette every day in college. This song and Uncertain Smile, such an underrated song.
@kristinrzeszut2793
Жыл бұрын
This song will never get old. It's so awesome they've made the accordion complement this song so well.
@josephwirtz7120
4 ай бұрын
Proud to say I played this at my university radio station in 93 and 94.
@jimthompson8152
3 ай бұрын
Matt Johnson is a genius. Very underrated songwriter and way ahead of his time
@redcropuk
3 ай бұрын
There’s a new The The album coming out this year, first studio album in 24 years. The video for first track released ahead of the album is now on you tube, it’s called cognitive dissident.
@sarabrown6742
Ай бұрын
This sing is my youth. The college radio station where I grew up (KUNV - Las Vegas) used thusxas bumper music. I'm so happy!
@scottnapier943
Жыл бұрын
This song has kept me going through the hard times of my life. It will always hold a special place in my heart. Thanks Matt..❤🎸✌
@raindogred
5 ай бұрын
I have loved this song, for almost forty minutes.
@nhatnam1506
Жыл бұрын
they released it again because of GOTG 3 and I like it. They deserve more recognitions
@mattycobby27
Жыл бұрын
This is an amazing song. Way ahead of it's time and so underrated
@iamamiwhoami-goods13
Жыл бұрын
Que subestimado, nobre! Enxerga quem pode, e o que menos faz sucesso, é que carrega uma VERDADE transcendente.
@user-vk5pr5zx7p
5 ай бұрын
EMPIRE RECORDS (1995)... Was 14... now 41... 2024
@Lucas_D79
5 ай бұрын
💯
@AnthonySauceda
4 ай бұрын
Dam the man, save the Empire!
@magickmademe
4 ай бұрын
👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
@danendrahartawan9268
15 күн бұрын
hope life's been good to you my guy
@lt.pliskin9766
20 күн бұрын
Wildest thing happened to me, I found this song on the day I confronted my father about his abuse from my childhood, it went terribly and was a fucking nightmare and afterwards I was scrolling through KZitem and found this song.. my god did it hit hard, hardest hit I’ve had from music in 27 years.
@paulmummery99
4 ай бұрын
Some songs are brilliant and some are just bloody magical.
@johnnylemonhead8590
Жыл бұрын
This music is so associated with a dark, depressed, and drug-addled part of my life that it's hard to separate it now, but this music will always hold a special place in my heart. Matt Johnson has written some of the most emotional lyrics I have ever heard. Even his "happy" or "upbeat" songs have a certain darkness to them, though; I don't think there is any denying that. If Matt had sought therapy as a young man, we might not have his body of work. Selfishly, I am glad he didn't.
@roddheino
Жыл бұрын
Glad you made it through.
@johnnylemonhead8590
Жыл бұрын
@@roddheino thanks!!!
@Neurodisco77
Жыл бұрын
This was his therapy
@singomann
Жыл бұрын
A video that is certainly of it's time for a song that is truly timeless.
@galetinm
Жыл бұрын
Matt wasn't satisfied with the video, that's why it wasn't uploaded until now. His family is in the video, that's why we're seeing it at all.
@jameswhite5076
Жыл бұрын
@@galetinm The video was always on KZitem but it wasn't the best quality
@inkoinfinity2
8 ай бұрын
@@jameswhite5076Maybe they meant uploaded officially
@ljt3084
8 ай бұрын
In some ways it fits perfectly with the dodgy green screen backgrounds people used on zoom calls during lockdown. So we haven't advanced that much. 😂
@augustlunaonline
Жыл бұрын
My dad played his Soul Mining CD in the car all the time! So glad others are coming across this brilliant music! Nothing beats listening to This Is The Day on a bright, sunny, yellow-drenched summer day with the car windows down, breathing in fresh air.
@kevbob
Жыл бұрын
Oh man, Soul Mining is such a good album and I adore this song and have for most of my life now. Thanks for posting this Matt. Nice to see Wix on the accordion too. Everyone, so young.
@robertolama857
Жыл бұрын
Masterpiece! 🖤
@GlasgowGallus
Жыл бұрын
I'm CERTAIN I'm not alone in this... This track (hell, let's be honest, most TheThe tracks...) is, truly, formative in the big 'sound track of our lives...'. How many bands and artists can say that? Our tastes come and go, whims fade, but how many of you out there have came home after a shit day, a good day, a mediocre day, and put on TheThe? With me it was tapes in the old days, fast forwarding and rewinding like a madman to get my 'hit...'. Remember being skint, and going for that job interview, down to your last couple of quid, with this playing in your head? Remember lying in the dark, two in the morning, racked with grief and drinking in the comfort of 'Love is Stronger Than Death...'? Fuckin hell, 'Out of The Blue and Into The Fire...' made me want to get wake up in a sweaty Bolivian whorehouse, wallet missing, a dose, and down to my last half inch of bourbon to see me through a kicking from the duty Madame... 😊... Point is, Matt Johnstone and TheThe have inspired and understood us all these decades now, been an accurate source of prophecy for all the shit from The Man we continually grind under... You could stand down tomorrow brother, and you wouldn't owe us a thing... But don't, OK? 😅😅... Anyway, thanks for 'listening...', and I better go.... There's a piss-stinkin' shopping centre needing my attention... Opening a new Poundland apparently... Be safe and warm brothers and sisters... 🤗🏴👍✊
@retropilgrim
Жыл бұрын
That kind of song which is so naive it actually makes it more emotionally powerful.. 'Naive melody' by Talking Heads vibe all over the song, and I love it
@christwinam2103
Жыл бұрын
Another fantastic song!
@mortithedog8088
3 ай бұрын
Anyone remember the m&m commercial YEARS ago with this song in it. Thats how I discovered it lol
@michaelwilson2340
Жыл бұрын
The video itself is of it's era and there's nothing wrong with that. It's actually very good. I'm sure it brings people back to a better time in their lives
@matthewharty6531
Жыл бұрын
truly one of the most beautiful songs ever
@leosoares8793
Жыл бұрын
Great song!I used to listen on radio in Brazil at 80s and 90s. It never gets old!
@alanshewitt
Жыл бұрын
I hope a new generation discovers Soul Mining
@nikaa4237
Жыл бұрын
I was listening to the my University radio station back in the late 80's when I first heard this song. I've never seen the video until now and I'm amazed with how good looking Matt Johnson was lol.
@brianewing5778
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic song off of what I considered the first 'perfect album' I ever heard. I played this album so frequently that I went through three copies of the cassette and I'm currently on my second CD. Listen to this album at least twice a month!
@daveyb2275
Жыл бұрын
where are they from ?
@goudagirl6095
Жыл бұрын
Agreed. One of the very few "perfect" albums in my collection!
@fjodorgarrincha6584
Жыл бұрын
MATT JOHNSON, I do love you and your Music ! And especially this song and the Album it is on. That was a Milestone-Step for me in 1982/1983.
@notlob23
Жыл бұрын
Awesome mix 3...about time some fab music from the 80s UK got a look in. Soul Mining. One of the best vinyl LP's ever. Proud to say it's in my loft. Manchester.... Hacienda, Venue, Ritz, Berlin, DeVilles. Those really were the days
@gardeningnewearth3680
2 ай бұрын
Love 💕
@restricted0885
Жыл бұрын
I heard this one day on Kult Fm and instantly loved it
@rogerioriva2179
Жыл бұрын
The time I have spent in england was magic...no money in the world can t buy it back!!!
@gentillygirl545
7 ай бұрын
That's great. I couldn't make that journey when I was young and carefree, due to parental responsibilities. It's too late now. Relish your experience!
@mannylugz5872
Жыл бұрын
I almost shouted when I heard this play in GOTG3. Amazing song that brought back happy memories.😊
@NYFMA
Жыл бұрын
Ahh... so that it explains this popping up here all of a sudden.
@Britpop938
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Me too! Started dancing in my seat!!
@thogdad1
Жыл бұрын
Soul Mining. One of the most hit & miss albums of all time. A couple of great songs and some absolute dross. This is superb though.
@dizzylizzysunflower
Жыл бұрын
Still as great today as it was when I first heard it many many moons ago!
@hawsrulebegin7768
Жыл бұрын
How someone so young wrote such a wise song is astonishing.
@joeski734
Жыл бұрын
Maybe it was the MDMA.
@RockNerdRadio
Жыл бұрын
This is an amazing song. I honestly first heard it in Empire Records and it introduced me to The The. I was happy to hear it in Guardians of the Galaxy 3. Hopefully that inclusion will introduce a new generation to this song and band!
@MacintoshT.Reznor
9 ай бұрын
I was wondering why noone mentioned Empire Records
@patmack2871
8 ай бұрын
Love empire records
@iamamangina
9 ай бұрын
The way he says glue has lived rent free in my head for far to long now
@simonbrown6263
7 ай бұрын
Soulmining best album ever!
@SeaOrgRescue
2 ай бұрын
love
@SundryTalesOfConstance79WESTY
8 ай бұрын
My eyes have been turning red since the 80'$ and can't buy back those days...😎 The side they never see
@KyleStansfeld-zi6gc
3 ай бұрын
I remember when this Album came out. I was 11. My dad had it on cassette tape. We listened to it quite a bit. I ended up getting to see The The in the Commodore Ballroom, in Vancouver BC Canada in 1999, which was such a small, and great venue to see them. They were amazing! They did a song called Voidy Numbness. This is a great song also..Live on forever!
@MomComePickMeUp44
Жыл бұрын
I remember hearing this back in 2014 and forgot about it until I heard it in GTA
@erikjasek9921
Жыл бұрын
This song always gets me in a positive good mood. Also, love the quirky 80's vocals and clapping.
@Domdrok
Жыл бұрын
Matt's feelings on the video in the description is heart-warming. I'm glad he decided to share it.
@kbr1064
4 ай бұрын
This has been my favourite song since I first heard it in 1985 in Grade 11. I’ve been a super fan ever since of all of their music….. the only band that I’ve ever been a super fan of!
@Chlo-ranthy
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest song of all time
@LiliWhyte
5 ай бұрын
Ahh, the 80s! Heard this song playing on the radio and knew I needed to hear more! Still have this album!
@bbvhoney1411
Жыл бұрын
The track is still a masterpiece and timeless like the album. And a joy to have heard it in Guardians of the Galaxy 3.❤
@lathan.
Ай бұрын
Love this, next step bring back marc and the mambas
@rodrigofattori3036
Жыл бұрын
So thrilling thinking that there was a time when young kids were always making meaningfull pop songs full of beautifull harmonies and lyrics. So amazing thinking that those gems used to be played on radio stations. Best times.
@robertduggan6367
11 күн бұрын
This is the day folks need to check out "The The". Much love, Robert Duggan 🙏 ✨️ ❤️ 😊
@davidrod3677
7 ай бұрын
Music like this that reminds us of our childhood, good memories
@melissahedges2031
Жыл бұрын
1991 in Hawaii took Acid and listened to this album all night as sun was rising this song came to play lifes perfect timing! Brings back epic Hawaaian adventures when I was 19 ❤
@CybershamanX
Жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you! SO MUCH! One of my favorite songs from one of my favorite albums! This album (and Mind Bomb!) changed my life! Thank you Matt and crew for helping me see things a bit differently! 😉
@0_MarLo_0
Жыл бұрын
My favourite band. Thanks for bringing me into your world
@rulinghabs
Жыл бұрын
Still in my top 10 albums. Every song is amazing.
@mozdickson
Ай бұрын
Its the clapping. The claps make this song. Never underestimate the clap.
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