HOLD YOU IN MY ARMS . RAY LAMONTAGNE

[JJBolaWriterPoet]

6 people were never held in someones arms.

[demondeaconab]

He totally gleeks at 3:08! 

[laceyleewhitten]

I don't think a lot of us are unaware of this- but sometimes when you have to make a living and with the economy in the state it is in- we work harder for less and are so tired that there is little energy or money left over to do much at the end of the day.... I think the focus should be the state of the heart. As long as our hearts are open and we listen to God.. too many stop living and loving from their hearts.

[kellar]

@laceyleewhitten What a lovely thing to say. Blessings.

[laceyleewhitten]

I don't think a lot of us are unaware of this- but sometimes when you have to make a living and with the economy in the state it is in- we work harder for less and are so tired that there is little energy or money left over to do much at the end of the day....

[HumansAreAnimals]

That whole "oh man the world is so materialistic, everyone is sheep and robots, I just don't get it" - holier-than-thou - pseudo-intellectual bullshit is BULLSHIT.

This guy is going to complain about the mind-numbing, soulless wrote behavior of his culture and community and then be a modern CORPORATE musician, who performs on that same "evil TV" and other forms of Mass Hypnosis (entertainment). Hypocritical shite.

How carefully that segment was edited to show you his "depth" and "empathy".

[TheHillBrother]

@HumansAreAnimals You've made it clear that you dislike his point of view, but can you prove him wrong?

[Lemonjelllo]

@HumansAreAnimals After reading a few of your comments I have determined you are just angry and bitter about everything. Stop getting mad over such stupid shit. Bye now.

[jvthatsme]

@HumansAreAnimals Are you stupid? He's talking about how people wake up and do their daily routine without even thinking about it anymore. How most people don't realize they're caught in an infinite loop instead of doing things differently or with variance, and how people forget that change is nice once in a while. No where does he bash on your presumption of the "evil TV," or "Corporate" bullshit you're thinking of.

P.S. Take that stick out of your ass. Unless you're into that sort of thing.

[siebenny]

@HumansAreAnimals NO HE IS RIGHT MAN.. its exactly what i do, but i do it on purpose because it blocks out my thoughts and emotions..

[peacerebelgirl]

nor do i understand it ray, but your music, that i understand.

[MsBibiana87]

great song!

[roastbeasts]

He writes the most beautiful lyrics in all of his songs

[Niesbane]

Gosh. The bit in the beginning, he said what I've been thinking for ages and have discussed at length with many people. I didn't think it was possible to adore Ray any more than I did 5 minutes ago...but now I do.

And then this beautiful song. Ray is quite the role model for me.

[SelfRevolution37]

i get what he said in the beginning. i can hardly bear to turn to the world news section every day. some times i dont read it because its just upsetting. but im living in denial and i'm keeping myself from a deeper knowledge and wasting my time pretending by not reading. i am turning myself off

[stephen3eyes]

@SelfRevolution37 im glad that you feel, and that youre aware, but turning yourself off isnt the right answer either:/ 

[andreacutler]

"Incredible. Simply one of the most pure, unpretentious and heartfelt musicians I have ever seen or heard." @RonbeauxWayne 1 year ago

I second that notion.

[andreacutler]

"Incredible. Simply one of the most pure, unpretentious and heartfelt musicians I have ever seen or heard." @RonbeauxWayne 1 year ago

[campupotblues]

Love it love it

[Willow1048]

Really, 5 dislikes.........WOW

[attagirl12]

@Willow1048 lol :-) Good word!!!



[MEDISTATE1]

Just the way I would have said it....... to the one its meant for .....u r truly amazing, pure and unspoiled Ray Lamontagne.

[donnyj97]

Melts my heart.....long live Ray

[raftergirl1]

Dear god he is amazing

[gardendirtgirl1]

well Ray, we don't have cable in this house....out there, it is a bad dream. Without Hollywood we'd be so much better off.

[paniac5]

What he said reminded me of "What Going On" by Marvin Gaye!

[JeffreyJaguar]

Good stuff.  He reminds me a lot of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. lol, just kdding. Maybe more like Joe Cocker with soulful vocals but songwriting like Lucinda Williams? Ahh, forget it . Ray is unique. He and Jeffrey Foucault are my favorite songwriters and musicians the last couple of years.

[JeffreyJaguar]

Jason Molina too. I should mention this in case you guys are looking for more good stuff along these lines in music.

[Veerow]

Genuine in every possible way shape & form. Love it.

[Mark2far]

Something about this song grates on my nerves. I like some of his other songs , I just don't like this one.

[prettymuffinz49]

at 3.08 he spits everywhere, i noticed it my third time listening

[prettymuffinz49]

he is amazing, ray i love you, you inspire me , and this is an amazing song, inspiring words, my life is like that to, everyday the same things

[kgerant]

So beautiful, brought a tear to my eye.

[adamyarbrough8472]

There is always one stupid person even out of 336 people

[licilovely]

in love

[XspookyXkidX]

One person meant to to click "like".

[52kismetic]

My speakers wont go loud enough!

[malaylillard]

lovely son, lovely man

[nvrws]

Wonderful, thoughtful and clearly emotive. I enjoyed this immensely. I don't understand though, why some commenters need to put down other types of music (e.g. gag-her or whatever) - different strokes people. Don't think you make yourselves appear more appreciative or higher evolved by spreading negativity.

[verperez05]

Incredible... need there be said more?

[bluesteelthunder]

I don't understand the world either. Suppose I never will.

[PatrickMc1nerney]

I totally agree with what he says in the beginning. We all conform to the norms of society, and for what? However, I wonder what he'd be doing if he wasn't a musician though..

[tmgranier1]

@PatrickMc1nerney

He worked in a shoe factory.

[woofydoofy33]

I think to be a great artist you should sound as good live as you do recorded. This man sounds even better live than on his cds...amazing, he has so much soul and feeling.

[Bredou7]

Great!!!!!

[phhollis]

OMG...this voice is chilling...I love this man's voice....!!!!! I feel like he's from another era.

[Pouchy17]

behold. God.

This man, is brilliance. Power. love.

[Schwarskopf]

"I'm aware of it, I don't understand it."

Genius quote!

[VideoJargon]

"Part of the magic of the artistic experience is its endless evolution. It is never static. Even once the musician has put the final touch on his piece, it continues to live, morph and grow through the experiences of the listener" (K.M. Weiland). I assume that music has a different meaning for others than it does for me, though I think anyone can agree on its characteristic to create friendships.

[raeraee711]

I would marry this man.

[LinaPrincesS]

This is so touching and moving... Hurts inside, makes me wanna cry...

[MelanieMarlane]

He definitely passes my goose bump test. He falls in line with modern day song writers and composers like Tori Amos, Ryan Adams. Not too many meet that criteria, which I admit that I am a music snob. Today's artists have gotten lazy and complacent, particularly those who think that using all the electronic devices to distort your voice. It only proves you cannot sing, much less write and compose. Pure crap. Ray Lamontagne is a breath of fresh air and digs deep into your soul.

[juniedai]

@MelanieMarlane I couldn't say it better!

[Bunzypoo]

I could hold you in my arms forever. Too bad I can't.

[Gummy132]

3.50 is pure emotion, it makes my soul want to scream out of my body.

[musicfanmic]

Now I don't feel so lonely that Jim Croce' is gone. Great song. Awesome themed intro.

[dancer4lifeduh]

i love what he says in the beginning.

[mepluvamy]

Brilliant! Now this is music. Where has this kind of music gone?

[khristineremington]

Love this man, he is unpretentious and soulful....his music makes me a bit weak in the knees:)

[South4TheSummer]

He makes me like men with beards:) And he is amazingly right about the world. It seems to me that he does understand it. Televsion drives me absolutely insane.

[AnnerStacie]

This song is so amazing ; I love it ..So pure ; this kinda music makes me wonder lols .. hmm....

I've been wanting this song since I heard it on "She's th man" woop lols I have finally got it yaay !!

[jenrocks40]

He has so much soul in his voice. Its incredible! I agree -a white Otis Redding-for sure.

[cheecho93]

Awww fuck!!!! I love how he's sooo passionate!

And nice name there @wutangclaninthefront ...lol made me laugh.

[wutangclaninthefront]

white OTIS REDDING re-encarnated? I think so

[hellohello1234567810]

@wutangclaninthefront yeeeah! he should cover dock of the bay, if he hasnt already...dont know

[timeforanewbeginning]

Quite an intense character, feels deeply!

[Naturalllee]

Such a beautiful song & guy.... ((Much love to ya Ray))

[qball212003]

His comments are so true!! Im glad i do something that i love to do. His music is so good you can just tell that he genuine and he is one with his songs it's great to see someone who doesn't do it just for the fame and fortune. keep making great music!!

[realbarnes]

I will be holding you in my arms forever Baby, I love you Heather

[daromaman]

intro is so true!

[AaronMatthews15]

the manour he has about himself just amazes me

[cjtate08]

haha he spits at the mic at 3:08! I love his music, but he is kind of an odd, corky person.

[AtticDoll88]

I would love to have just one conversation with him!

[surfbuzzed]

Love, Love, Love........all of his music.

[B0BBYD1G1TAL]

What Ray says at the start is bang on

[julieromanianchick]

did u ever noticed how some guys with huge talents are so simple? the way they talk, move or do things attracts you and makes u feel like u understand all threw their eyes, that all u thought is important is actually shallow and superficial and what really matters is to do what u want keeping the balance and trying not to hurt anyone.

[Mizzshia1]

I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!

[T3YA303]

he is my hero.

[QLFILMS]

@T3YA303 mine too :)

[mixed63]

i love this songg.. alot :)

[hippielove11]

HE IS BEAUTIFUL HIS VOICE IS ALLURING LIKE An ambiance sky

[hotgluefingerboard11]

His voice is so smooth and calming

[captainred101]

3:08 spits at the mic haha

[RonbeauxWayne]

Incredible. Simply one of the most pure, unpretentious and heartfelt musicians I have ever seen or heard. His music comes from a place far deeper than most.

[prettymuffinz49]

@RonbeauxWayne he sounds exactly the same live as on the cd, there are some people who are meant to sing, and some people who are meant to write songs,he is both

[cpeelcampbell13]

Music is ment to be pure and from the soul this man does it and found what true music is he a man that gives hope to a generation of kids that have lived with music that has burned our ears and caused us to lose emotion.

[ELdinero161]

@cpeelcampbell13 DAMN TOOK THE WORDS OUT MY MOUTH 2010

[shrisstevens]

@cpeelcampbell13 yes!

[prettymuffinz49]

@cpeelcampbell13 your so right, i mean im pretty young and im so sick of all the radio stations playing crap

[freakeymonkey]

@cpeelcampbell13 Its sad though to think that most of the crap music is from the soul of the people who made it...its just that the souls of most rappers and pop singers souls are focused on such shallow and sometimes almost hideous topics like sex money and drugs. They are practically brainwashed with it all and its spreading to the youth today. Its hard to find people that really dive deep into their emotions like this guy and have beautiful heartfelt souls...

[MrTomDHG]

I love hearin this dude sing...and it's not much different when he talks. There's a saying these days that you gotta respect everyone's opinions, but there's a difference between respect and tollerate...and I respect this guys opinion, very discerning.

[purelivingmusic]

I could hold you in my arms....

I could hold you forever

pure

[eugene4573]

How i wish you will come to singapore...

Listening to you gives me the trembles, you are simply amazing...

[scorpiopeace1006]

Were did he come from...I just discovered him...awesome!!!

[dwiggle10]

Such a soft spoken person, with such a load soul. That is where, his music is used as a tunnel, for his emotion and soul to thrive. I LOVE this guy. What an influence to me. His lyrics are, from the soul! And from the soul, is his emotion.

[raspberrylemonlover]

Very few artists have a clean, pure sound like Ray Lamontagne. He doesn't need all this fancy equipment to make him sound better. Just give this man a guitar and a mic, let him take it from there.

[brnsugababy]

I love him! I love him! I love him! This song is sooooo beautiful...everything a love song should be..

[jodycamille]

I walked down the isle to this song. love it.

[feldersuk]

I'm thinking of doing the same thing! Which part?

[martidium1]

su guitarra es una yamaha serie F310 es una de las mejores

[sirgawaindeamon]

This song is so beautiful and I love hearing him sing it. It is really my favorite song

[JigglerOnTheRoof]

Ray is a present day inspiration to others to go out there and start singing.

There has nott been a better soul singer since Otis and that`s the truth.

If you want to go out there,and start singing ,then Ray Lamotagne is a very good place to start.

Beautiful

[zionlion777]

Talk about soul...

[Dancedreamer24]

I love your voice Ray. Very Soft, but very strong spoken still. Love Love it.

[kEw65812]

I totally agree with what he says in the beginning, about being robots, but I am not a musician and will never live the musician lifestyle nor do I have the money to much more then watch tv. haha I can't just get up and take a trip to Italy. I wish I could, but thats not reality.

[AlainP31]

Being conscious of it is half the battle. We all can't live the lives we wish to, but coming to grips with our realities is just as important as living the lives our hearts desire.

[melissamvm]

He has such a beautiful speaking voice. So shy.

[jewseyfroot]

Ray...I love your voice.... But.... not everyone can dress in salvation army clothes and live in a bubble and NOT look and live in the world as it is.... you live in such a world of fear and depression. SAD...... the world has never been better...read your history.

[Socianation08]

why can't everyone do that?

[bclarky12]

We're all messed up. Sure, Ray obviously has many many issues, but me and you do to, we're all in the same boat, we're not better than him, the guy makes music that touches people on a very deep level, its a beautiful thing, nobody's perfect, we should just enjoy the gift God has given us through him.

[Mousicaddict]

I love what he is saying, and it's such a great song. I think I've found a new love interest.

[richiegavinhenry]

...he's got a lovely beard!

[matthewct1]

Reminds me of someone who lives far away from me now but her soul is right next to me.

[macchriss]

I can dig what you say man!!!!

[cche16]

Fantastic!

[folkandfaith]

dig what the guy says right at the begining about how we are all being turned into robots.. hypnotised robots. +1 Ray

[bandidopit]

Wauuuuuuuuuuuu.......der Hammer!!!!....

[barimaphone]

this guy is so unbelievably down to earth

[Nuked]

:)  ...

[ScottM83]

Ray Lasagne! What a legend!He's got some Meatballs! Spaghetti outta here!

[jsoltes]

lol! u silly.

[ScottM83]

I could hold you in my Parm(esan)what a tune!its a pizza good music!

[sunriseoverseas]

Haha!! You guys cracked me up!

[MikeFazio09]

The man radiates truth and empathy.

[Ranksta07]

It's so true...you can suddenly come upon someone who just fits in your arms. They calm and soothe you. You can provide a certain kind of shelter that is unmatched, and you just know.

[robindurden]

it's weird how you can never meet a person in your whole life... but you just get them.

[speerence]

genius

[macchriss]

this man speaks truth. I just hope more people listen to their hearts and minds!

[DJdefcon4]

BRILLIANT