Played this at my son's funeral in August 2021. Miss you son 💔😪🌹

The best guitarist in the world with the most authentic female vocalist in the world. What more can one ask?

We played this beautiful song yesterday during the funeral of my dad. He passed away way to early. During the last months of his life, he daily watched the liveshows of Harris & Knopfler. And said to me: "I want 'If this is goodbye' to be played at my funeral". This song will always move me to tears.

This would have to be one of the best combinations there has ever been. Her voice, his voice, and how his hands can make that guitar sing, just superb. He's a master.

Mark is truly one of the greatest lyricists ever. Hard to keep a dry eye to this one.

I held my wife in my arms to my chest as she slipped off to heaven This last melody we shared together I sang her to sleep in Heaven. RIP my Queen December 13 2016

This is a song that is crystallized in our memories on that horrific day when we all lost our innocence. For those of us closest to the scene, we will NEVER forget the sub base here in Groton closing and all subs sent to sea, the children of these brave men and women ending up in our house as they feared for their lives, the sirens sounding off as Armageddon was upon us, and how we all looked at life a little differently after this day. It was not goodbye for us, as the song suggests for those on the planes, but we all felt the sorrow, horror, and no tomorrow on the 11th of September, 2001. Let’s hope we NEVER forget this time in our life.

I didn't know until today the meaning behind this song ... it hurts. Now I'll never forget....

2 voices that harmonize perfectly, 2 musicians who earn the title giants.

I never get tired listening to this song

A beautiful and haunting tribute for those who suffered and are still suffering, sang with true feelings from two fantastic music icons ❤ 🌹

I love this song, and it's a beautiful tribute to the lives lost. Mark Knopfler is an underrated songwriter.

I cannot hear to this song without tearing up, but it's so beautiful and so powerful that I have to listen. That's the power of music.

One of the best guitarists, and songwriters with one of the most beautiful voices ever. WOW!!!

I wish I could give this 10,000,000 likes for the beauty of the singing, the songwriting and guitar playing by, who in my opinion, it THE greatest guitar player in the world. Not just the number of licks, but the emotion displayed.

A man with an enormous heart. Sometimes I think he's all heart. One of my favorites from "All The Roadrunning," one of the best country albums I've ever heard. They sing beautifully together. I've listened to it countless times.

it is a fantastic song, but the way those voices get together is giving goosebumps

Such a beautiful poignant song . Played at my dear husbands funeral a week ago .. depicts the love we shared and always will . 💕

Absolutely haunting, so beautiful, thank you.

A fantastic song which could not be improved in any way. The tune, lyrics, singing and guitar playing are all of the best possible quality. Truly one of the best and most moving performances of any song I have ever heard.

18 years on today. RIP all those who perished on 9/11 2001.

LYRICS: My famous last words Are laying around in tatters Sounding absurd Whatever I try But I love you And that's all what really matters If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Your bright shining sun Would light up the way before me You were the one Made me feel I could fly And I love you Whatever is waiting for me If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Who knows how long we've got Or what we're made of Who knows if there's plan or not There is our love I know there is our love My famous last words Could never tell the story Spinning unheard In the dark of the sky But I love you And this is our glory If this is goodbye If this is goodbye If this is goodbye If this is goodbye Writer: Mark Knopfler

For all those who we've loved and lost.

It's difficult to say how much that song moved me on first listen. What a fabulous song.

Wonderfull song! Thanks for Mark and Emmylou!

Awesome!! is not the word to describe this song and the feeling that this song gives me. Maybe the word "overwhelming" is a better word to describe it because it just brings tears to my eyes. Emmylou Harris has always been one of my favorite singers,. I must admit I had never heard of Mark Knopfler but this guy is awesome for writing a song like this and the guitar playing just had a lot of soul in it. Thank you Mark and Emmylou for writing and and singing this beautiful song and for sharing your beautiful gift with your fans. Heidy and the band "Optimus"

If this song doesn't 'get you' you have no heart, no soul.

This man has so much talent. I will have this played at my funeral. Not for some time yet hopefully, but who knows.

Always, the tears a close when I listen to this... The combo of the vocals of Emmylou Harris and the melody from the incomparable Knopfler...

❤ Mark's story behind his composing this song is heart rendering. His compassion shines through...

The only bad thing about this song is that it ends.

I can't listen without crying.

THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL AND THE GUITAR IS OUT OF THIS WORLD,FELT ALL OF THIS SONG

Mark is such a huge talent.i love his guitar playing.

so sad yet so beautiful. Scotsman and American voices just perfect. Rest in peace all those poor souls....

This song is so very beautiful, it is sooooo very touching, I just love this song!!!!

such a beautiful bitter sweet song...two wonderful voices painting a sad picture

Absolutely fabulous ! My favorite guitarist. Minas Gerais,Brazil.

Terrific and super clarity beyond belief like I'm there live. Thank you both.

love Harris love Knopfler great song. thanks

My cousin John called his Dad, hoping to also speak with his Mom, my godmother. Their connection was lost; but only on this earth.

Thank you for posting this Wonderful tribute by two of the worlds best. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

surely such mankind highly talented pioneering such amazingly deeply master of all the time mark knopfler would still remain in my inner soul mind and heart too before saying anything else and certainly mark knopfler is the unique legend whom all his albums u taste from them pure clear highly structured pieces of amazing lyrics also original music which i never heard before on this troubled planet and wish all the victimized ones to be patient and the martyrs to heaven

Ahhh.....soooo-nice n' beautiful.......a superb match-up, these two - lovely song 🎂

Makes my heart ache for the families of those who died on 9/11.

Beautiful rendition by this talented couple. Thanks guys!!!

Nádherná skladba..fantastické počúvanie..Ďakujem.

This has to be the most powerful song written besides amazing grace. I never tire of it

What for beautiful song - thx for sharing. I like it - it´s so wonderfull.

Thank you for the memories, and the good times. If this is goodbye, then take care. Ill always love you.

I've been listening to this song in the endless loop for days! Thanks Emmylou and Mark for this masterpiece!

Beautiful song and two outstanding singers.

First time I heard this song was today as we sent my gran off to her resting place. I love this song and the tears were streaming. Love this song and it will remind me of my gran and all the memories I have with her 💔

made with feeling...Absolutely wonderful..

Beautiful song ,beautiful voices 😘😢

Incredibly beautiful and moving song!!!

“I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge. That myth is more potent than history. That dreams are more powerful than facts. That hope always triumphs over experience. That laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death." Robert Fulghum

A beautiful song! It touches my heart

It's strange how the meaning changes with the tribute in light at the beginning. New Yorker here, still feeling all of that raw pain, all these years later. You move on, but never forget.

The shot of ground zero is a very powerfully defiant image.Top marks to those that thought of it.And cinrit for putting it here.

Due bellissime voci e una chitarra inconfondibile

Que bonito tema....., y que grandes artistas. Es un lujo el escucharles.

This is one great Duo!

Remembering them always! Now in the arms of Our Lord, Rest In peace.

I'm a Certified 1st Responder of 9/11 who was there only there 19-days - But those images haunt me daily. Thanks for tastefully and respectfully posting this video, beautifully.

Mark Knopfler und Emmylou Harris und die CD "All the roadrunning" Das ist das Beste, das Schönst und das Gefühlvollste, was ich je hörte. Es geht ans Herz, es geht an die Seele. Ich kann das immer wieder hören. Und das seit vielen Jahren.

Ooooh!! Beatiful song, dos voces armoniosamente acompasadas 🤗🎶

Hou van deze prachtige lied 🍀🌹👌💕

it is a fragile existence we live in,.... so much pain to endure...at least and most of all we have our chances to love one another, and continue to love them through memories being told of our loved ones.

Danny Cummings, Mark & Emmylou, Glenn Worf, Richard Bennet and Guy Fletcher..... Such a beautiful song about the worst atrocity ever since Pearl Harbour in the USA, I see people already know what inspired this song, but not what happened when Mark and Emmylou had rehearsed it 30+ times, he didn't tell her what the song was about........ when he finally told her "its about the phone calls made from the Fateful Planes from the passengers on 9/11 to their loved ones"..... the week before their 1st gig........ she broke her heart crying...... and in the few gigs of the Tour you could see the tears rolling from her eyes, you can hear the passion in her voice, for me Its 1 of the most Beautifully sad songs ever, and only a man that is MK could write such a song.....Emmylou also said about the album All the Roadrunning, which took 7 years to finish, "When you combine two unique voices it creates a third, phantom voice" and the live harmonies still make me shed a tear or two......God Bless all the Broken Hearted people on that awful day :(

Beautiful voice ,Beautiful Lady

so beautifull brings tears to my eyes i am sending this to my friend larry blakely who i lost this week rip darlin xx

My eternal love for both of you. You make feel alive this night. Thanks for the music.

So talented. Makes me cry every time.

One of the most beautiful and heart-rending songs I have ever heard. It speaks to my heart while evoking sad memories of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. I keep coming back to it repeatedly, often putting in on loop for an hour or more at a time. Well-done!!

tears of love and appreciation... loving one another is the way

I really would like to see a re-union of these two!

This was played at my very good friend of mine funeral. 8th-November-2016. R.I.P. Rob.

A great sound of their celestial and singular voices.

This song is so ......I give up it is mind bubbling! If the spelling is incorrect , I`am a norwegian!

perfect harmony, perfect song!

fantastic two great artists

Melodía maravillosa, que voces tan maravillosas, gracias Mark y Emmylou.

I've played this song over a thousand times I feel the pain of each one left Jesus Christ is the Hope of being reunited one day

Two great artists singing a great song

Oh This grabs me totally. the best album for me ever. favourite track ?/ Love and happyeness, and have worn out two CD's did not realise that was possible !! xx

So beutiful 🌹❤🌹...Thank you so much....From me in North Rache🇳🇴

Great Song, beautyful voices very nice people ❤

Excelente homenagem para aqueles que partiram, excelente musica.

Simply beautiful

Nádhera, jsem nadšen, že něco tak dojemného existuje

My heart is so full I feel it may explode !

"My famous last words Are laying around in tatters Sounding absurd Whatever I try But I love you And that's all that really matters If this is goodbye If this is goodbye" then the man answers (Mark Knopfler) "Your bright shining sun Would light up the way before me You were the one Made me feel I could fly And I love you Whatever is waiting for me If this is goodbye If this is goodbye" (both sing) "Who knows how long we've got Or what we're made out of Who knows if there's a plan or not There is our love I know there is our love My famous last words Could never tell the story Spinning unheard In the dark of the sky But I love you And this is our glory If this is goodbye If this is goodbye"

It's really a beautiful Song...

God bless you. I am so sorry for your loss.

The most beautiful song ever !!!!!!!

Downloading this so I have it forever. It shall be played at my wake.

One of the most brilliant talents of our time! Amazing with his working with Chet Atkins!

Amazing song, amazing album

Beautiful song 🎵❤😍💕♥💖🎵❤😍