Our world is filled to the brim with people that painfully understand the sad meaning of the lyrics of this beautiful song.

My Mum loved David Essex. We had to watch a bizarre sitcom where he was on a canal boat. It's nine years since Mum died, I miss her every single day (she was my best friend!) So I watch this for her. I miss you Mum!

Such an underrated song it hardly ever gets played at Christmas yet in my opinion it’s one of the best. Just brilliant.

"I hope that love and strength are with you for the length of your time on earth" - beautiful line.

Released in November 1982, the month I was married. Oh lord, what I would give to go back.

I, am 46 years old now, and i remember i was 8 years old, mum and dad went shopping, i was home with my granny, lord rest her, this ❤️ song came on the radio, and i stiil remember remember it now.

My mum's funeral exit song, still brings a lump to my throat. I wonder if you hear I wonder if you're listening. I know you are, I love you forever.

we wont see these times again. the good years. good songs,

Back in1982 my favourite radio programme on BBC Radio 2 was hosted by Terry Wogan. He absolutely adored this song and plugged it whenever he could. Thanks to Terry it rocketed into the charts. God Bless the late, great Terry Wogan. Thanks for everything Terry.

I'm listening to this having lost my father 2 weeks ago. Miss you forever dad, sleep well and until we meet again "I love you" x

I suppose this isn't jangly enough to be a radio Christmas favourite, but I put it on every Christmas or Winter playlist I make, because I just love it. The lyrics and vocals are wonderful.

Reminds me of my first love i was 17 she was 15 how time flies . And yes i still think of her after 40 years without seeing her again

Can't understand why this classic doesn't get the recognition an airtime it deserves. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

Definitely one of the most underrated Christmas songs. My current favourite.

It's not just another Christmas song, but a beautiful song that reminds me of my childhood and it's fantastic.

My late mum's favourite every Christmas this played in memory of her 2023 gone but not forgotten ❤❤❤

1982. When the world was a nice place to be.

One of my favourite Christmas songs. Very melancholic and at the same time its a great melody.

Hauntingly beautiful song, sung by the impeccable David Essex.

My dad and I listened to this song the year my mom died in December. He's also gone now and the song leaves bittersweet memories.

Makes me happy and sad at the same time ❤️

I saw David Essex live in 1976 at the winter Gardens Blackpool with my 5 year old daughter Dawn. Love him loads.xx

British countryside... can't beat it.

For those who loved and lost. Timeless.

This was my wedding song in 2016. I walked up the Isle to this. It was Christmas time. Absolutely perfect.

The most beautiful Christmas song !!! God bless handsome David Essex ! True Englishman !

This takes me back...such a nice trip down memory lane. Don’t you think David would have been a perfect Heathcliff? .....🥰🌈

Mike Batt hasn't ever got the credit or recognition he deserves as a songwriter (or performer). This song is a fine example of his skill.

I had the pleasure of seeing and meeting David Essex, in the early 1970s, when he was performing in Godspell, I was in a Youth Choir back then, the whole Choir went to see David in Godspell, because we were going to perform Jesus Christ Superstar, in our local Catholic Church, and we were seeing how to perform in a play like this, Memorable time! This song should have been a Number One.

Makes me think of relationships lost, but has a peaceful message to those that came and went

You can't dispute, it is a great Christmas song.

Definitely One of The Best Christmas songs Ever! : My Favourite! : Written By The Genius Mike Batt And Excellently Performed By David Essex! : Excellent Artist! : The video is brilliant!

Brilliant lyrics. Having loved and lost someone whom I still misss nearly 50 years on, it always triggers the emotions no matter how much time may have passed.

Such a beautiful song.

Just a lovely song...sung by a national treasure.

One of the most underrated songs ever.

took my beloved nan to see him aged 85 . he sung this her favourite song. the smile on her face . we love and miss u nan xx

Beautiful song,beautiful voice, beautiful man (still is,aged like a fine wine)

Doesn’t David Remind You Of The Dashing ‘Heathcliff’ From Wuthering Heights! 🤭😍

A magical song, I would like to send love to my dear late Mum as I listen to this again and again, we love and miss you so much Mum and Dad, always in our hearts

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever, it brings me to tears 😢 💔

David is a very talented actor, singer, musical performer & has great writing talent. I believe this song was written by Mike Batt. It’s a really lovely Christmas song..timeless.David vocals are gorgeous 🎄🎄⛄️🤩👌👏

Einer der schönsten Songs, vor ever

What a magical song, I loved it then I love it now 👏🙏💕

I like David Essex songs another was silver dream quite fitting really as I love motorcycles racing etc,the year this beautiful song came out ,round my aunt Phillis family playing cards at Christmas and my larger than life brother comes in drunk as a lord singing winter's tale everybody fell about laughing great kid memories for me wish I could turn the clock back again to the 80s better times then👌👍🇬🇧💂💯😘😜😊

Definitely one of the best Christmas tunes from 1982. I love this song so much.

This song brings back memories of my childhood...

Shame its fallen out of favour with the younger generation as this is a classic Christmas hit.

Great song! Thank you David.

My Mum loved David Essex, this is one of my favourite Christmas songs simply because of her, I miss her every day and I can't hear this without a tear in my eye.. I just wish it got more recognition. Simply beautiful.

Beautiful song, happy Christmas from the United Kingdom

David Essex this song makes me cry. Amazing song...

brought up lots of memories, really miss the 80s

Brilliant song !! snow covers them footsteps but the memories keep us warm always.. ❤

A haunting, poignant song, for any time of the year.

I love ❤️ this song. From Thailand.

Brings back memories of my beautiful Valerie in 1982.

Always loved this song since it first came out thanks David essex

Absolute endless classic not like the Christmas songs of today where the lyrics mean completely nothing songs like this bring memories of loved ones who have past on

I literally survived to this song, I slept with this song playing on repeat for about 2 years, I would have not slept without it, sad memory's but still love it

Still there is no other Christmas 'Love' Song as like this , it tells how lonely people feels specially during Christmastime.

I am still 47yrs down the line in love with this guy. Xx

Memories come flooding back from my childhood ......this song was playing on the radio in woolworths in December 1982 ,...my mum and dad were getting me to decide on a action man or football and boots for Christmas that year .....Great memories

Keep thinking of the good days to this lovely song and the memories

The lyrics are the best especially with this video.We lost are border collie,,brought a tear to my eyes listening to this and seeing the collie running around reminds me of her.

I think David has not had the recognition he should off had a very talented man with the songs he has written and his shows successes he should surely be put forward for higher recognitions what do you all think?

Take two of the best living English-language songwriters and this is what you get.

Still one of my favourites, ever since it first came out.

Compliments of the season to everyone throughout the world , perfect Christmas pop song , makes you feel good, Thank you David Essex

Not many views.....Hasn't anyone heard of David Essex ? Great song....

A beautiful song. David Essex suits Christmas like Bristol cream and Quality street 👌

I can't believe I heard it this year for the first time, performing by a brass band. Fell in love instantly, it was released in 1983, the year I was born.

It's a fantastic song my favourite, and David is a bit gorgeous too xx

Love this man to bits, have done since the 1970's. My absolute fave Christmas song ⭐

This era was definitely the best for Christmas songs - I love I believe in Father Christmas too, which was a couple of years earlier. So much better than songs today.

i loved the 80's for music, and the snow as well. will never forget the love i had for this country then, the atmosphere, the current life. it was magical. i miss those times.

Love this song it's one of my favourites ❤

Brilliant song should be played more And it was No 1

This song a winters tail. is one of his best songs of all time. It's the words to the song that makes this outstanding. sending best wishes to Mr David Essex 👍👍👍👍

My absolute favourite song of many good songs by David Essex.

I'm from the UK & usually wait till October for My Christmas Songs/Carols etc but needing a Winters Tale earlier so an early Best Wishes to all around the Globe & Beyond!.

Superb,memorable, a classic.

It breaks my heart every time I listen to this song, when I was in college many decades ago l fell in love with a beautiful lady, after leaving the college l haven't seen my sweetheart for about 45 years, l tried on Facebook but no luck, l wish l could meet her one more time. She might be married got children and l can understand things can never be like in the past but it would be great to have met just for good times sake, so many people say to me move on but it can be hard, maybe as time goes on l will move on but l will never forget her.

This was sung by David Essex on an episode of The Two Ronnies. I’ve always loved this song. A classic that should be remembered for generations to come.

Beautiful song, great memories!

A pure timeless masterpiece

As I get older the more I like it

Pure Class! : Excellent!

This song is one of his best songs of all time only a winters tail. brilliant song best wishes to Mr David Essex 👍

Love David Essex .That song is beautiful.

A song that has meaning, and like other say under rated and miles better than singing about bloody sausage rolls at Christmas.

Aww David Essex, he's still gorgeous, love this ❤

Definitely one of the genuine people of all time. David please still make more . Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy Healthy 2022

Love this song. Saw David in Norwich in 94 wonderful concert. 😊❤

Beautiful song, it brings back some beautiful memories but also makes me feel sad.

I love this song. I listen to it every year. ❤️

This song makes my heart melt 😍

Shared a flat with a friend who was not the most demonstrably emotional person you could know, but whenever this came on, there would be a cough and a handkerchief would come out. And it resonates with me now, too, due to one person in particular. Yes - it's hugely underappreciated.

Reminds me of childhood Christmasses whenever all my grandparents were still with us wistful and nostalgia for things gone forever as well as my own childhood

David Essex was my heart ❤️ throb from 1973 until 1993..I loved 🥰 his smouldering eyes 👀 & his sexy voice 🎤