John Butler Trio - Ocean (Live at Federation Square)

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John Butler Trio - Ocean (Live at Federation Square)

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Track 9 from the Live at Federation Square DVD
Live at Federation Square on 5th April 2007
Melbourne locals witnessed John Butler Trio Live At The Wireless in Federation Square. Performing songs from their hit new album Grand National as well as some old favourites, the John Butler Trio rocked Fed Square before heading off on their world tour.
The John Butler Trio is primarily an eclectic roots/jam band led by guitarist and vocalist John Butler. Two of the band's albums Three (2001) and Living 2001-2002 (2003) have gone platinum in Australia and reached the top ten of the Australian album charts in those years. The 2004 album Sunrise Over Sea debuted at number one on the Australian charts on March 15, 2004 reaching gold record status in its first week on sale. Their most recent album,Grand National was released in March 07.

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@swk5147 Жыл бұрын

I honestly and sincerely think this is one of the greatest things any human being has ever created.

@0sm0sls 7 ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree more. I’ve been coming back to this video for 10 years now and it’s still as phenomenal as it was the first time listening(with or without MDMA 😂)The guitar is truly an extension of this mans body

@joshperry8125 7 ай бұрын

Yeah its up there. How did he think it up? A very beautiful mind.

@talldan645 6 ай бұрын

damn straight! holds up over time too. I've been listening to this song for a decade and a half now... it still hits in all the right ways.

@mattmoore5198 4 ай бұрын

No lie !

@brynneechristensen226 2 ай бұрын

Amen!!!!

@jhjs666333 5 жыл бұрын

11 years, still come back to this when I'm feeling down. Still perks me right up and gives me chills.

@BICI1903 4 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY! I revisit this song several times a year. My emotions after listening to it are totally different than before I listen to it.

@tassiajunqueira 4 жыл бұрын

Me tooooooo!

@jjbelic8969 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing...same bro

@connorcarruthers2072 3 жыл бұрын

Very great performance, been doing the same my dude!

@667neighbourofthebeast2 3 жыл бұрын

You said it best brother, spine tingling

@rastadpl 4 жыл бұрын

Heard him play this song live one very hot summer night in Seattle at the Paramount Theater at the very very top last seat of 2807th seat with my Brother and it was one of the best nights in memory. Everything was just perfect. Well my Brother passed away 10 years ago. Everytime I listen to this song now, I'm right back there on that stufy hot Summer night and it brings a big smile to my face. RIP Bro 💙

@rajadevarapu2205 4 жыл бұрын

RIP

@myah.hausen 4 жыл бұрын

I was there dude. Shit made tears come out of my face. But didn't feel like I was crying. Great show, high five.

@paranjeypatel5420 3 жыл бұрын

RIP brother 🙏🏼

@whitebuffalo4904 Жыл бұрын

such a beautiful memory- reading your words made me feel right there with you, on that day. the power of music is immense beyond words or comprehension. may your beloved brother rest in eternal paradise- it's so beautiful to have a song that can take you back to the better times with him.

@ampster65432 6 ай бұрын

Triggered an emotion in me similar to the same one that this song does.

@ourlastdayhere 12 жыл бұрын

I'll never forget the emotion that overcame me listening to this for the first time; words cannot even begin to explain it. Now a couple of years and hundreds of views the emotion is the same and the way of explaining such emotion still remains a mystery to me. God bless you John Butler.

@xken02 11 жыл бұрын

Some guy was playing this at a party and said he just came up with it last week after everyone cheerinh and saying he was awesome i got this up on KZfaq and played it. Can't have other people taking credit for this song!!!

@nwsurfrider 11 жыл бұрын

This was the last song at our wedding. I gathered the bridal party in a circle and thanked them all for traveling the miles. I had tears streaming down my face. The best moment, with the best people, of my life.

@chadhogan6873 10 жыл бұрын

almost 8 years later and i still get chills everytime

@atlas7097 Жыл бұрын

what about 16 years later?

@D_jango Жыл бұрын

Certain times you randomly click on a video and the moment you hear the first note, you're in awe. This happened to me in 2012. I am still here.

@SolvidFIY 8 жыл бұрын

I wish I'da never heard it... just so I could hear it again for the first time.

@mikecreed22 8 жыл бұрын

Same man, fucking same.

@1975Jdonov 8 жыл бұрын

just pick another "oceans" video. While you can hear similarities you can also hear the differences as the piece has evolved. That is the great thing about this piece.

@TheLephe 6 жыл бұрын

so true

@patrickhayes3300 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@mistyhess3546 6 жыл бұрын

🖤🙏🏻⚫️💃🏻

@baileyavalutz 4 жыл бұрын

I remember when I first heard this song ten years ago and I cried because it was the most beautiful thing I had ever heard, and still is today.

@benwiessner5096 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful 😍

@jeromypoland3666 Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more

@kiraakamaru 12 жыл бұрын

I have heard this song and seen this video more than 1000 times and i still get the goose bumps when i hear it!!

@manalghafour3458 10 жыл бұрын

He plays it differently every time live. Only a true musician can do that. bravo (y)

@imeldabrady7902 7 жыл бұрын

ManaL Marybelle yes, he is playing from his soul 💖

@monkybizzness2u 13 жыл бұрын

When I listen to this song I imagine I'm fleeing on foot from fear and running toward love, then I'm flying away from despair and toward hope, and soaring onward away from distrust and toward faith, then peaking over depression with joy breaking into the realm of pure love, truth, beauty, unity, and goodness. It's an amazing trip, this song :)

@scotty932096 11 жыл бұрын

To this day, this still has to be the most beautiful ocean performance he's done, ive listened to every one i could find and this has been my favourite for years. Its about him always remembering where he grew up in a country town right near the beach in WA, about how he will grow and change but forever the young boy from Western Australia

@subliminalvibrations7976 2 жыл бұрын

This song, this version, by one man. Makes it my number 1. ALL TIme. Prove me wrong!

@GandalftheGreeeeen 10 жыл бұрын

every time i need to remember what i'm doing in life, i come to this video. He rights your wrongs and sets you up straight. I owe an important part of my life to this video

@gandalfnooo2743 5 ай бұрын

holy shit this was my old account 10 yrs ago. i did not expect to come across this comment wtf. feels so surreal pls get me out of here. this performance is deeply ingrained in my fucking soul, i guess

@ToolmanTimTaylor 5 жыл бұрын

I stumbled across this song a few years back when I was going through abit of hell with mental health. Anyway fast forward 2 years and I slipped into the playlist my wife had when she was giving birth to our daughter. And as she made her grand entrance to the world this song was playing Every time I hear this song I get very emotional

@charwest5892 4 жыл бұрын

hidey ho neighbor!

@xenonozhid3383 3 жыл бұрын

I find it difficult to believe that 361 people didn't like this maestros performance. A simply stunning piece of work.

@michellestone7139 2 ай бұрын

This song and particular live version have been an all time favorite for going on at least 14 years. And I am moved to tears every time I hear it…Every…single..time! 💕💕💕

@bsxboy14 11 жыл бұрын

i want nothing more in life than to have been at this concert

@andresegalla100 10 жыл бұрын

This guitar talks directly to your soul.

@Aegixx 2 жыл бұрын

This is still just the absolute best version to date, I keep coming back 14 years after I first heard it. Insane talent.

@djWeinstien 12 жыл бұрын

This is truely one of the most beautiful things mankind has ever created!!! Thank you John, thankyou endlessly!

@regepigozzi3419 23 күн бұрын

It brings me to tears every time! Its so beautiful and stunning! What a blessing God has given us with this amazing talented man!

@The1sweetmoment 13 жыл бұрын

There are no words that do this song justice. It makes my soul dance.

@specter99 5 жыл бұрын

10 years later this song still sends shivers down my spine, pure beauty and story telling without a sing word spoken

@zippitydoodah5693 Жыл бұрын

Never heard of him until I saw him live by chance. I have been a fan every since. That was many moons ago. I still come back and watch this like others do several times a year. It is a beautiful moment that we are fortunate was captured so well, that we might re-experience it when needed - like medicine - for as long as we exist.

@angelaathayde 6 жыл бұрын

I will never hear something more splendid than this

@lwillett2000 4 жыл бұрын

I must watch these videos 5 times a day getting ready, driving, working, at the gym, this song is incredible and the talent is absolutely inspiring...

@benholcomb4831 9 жыл бұрын

Anyone can learn to play the guitar... Few people have the gift to create something like that. Ridiculously talented musician.

@colinmacmaster5233 7 жыл бұрын

Quote from John Butler, paraphrased a bit since I can't find the original: "I used to think I was a player, but that wasn't necessarily true. There's me, there's the guitar, and then there is something else that plays it." I've never been able to put that feeling into words quite so well until I heard that phrase.

@balelegoabe4364 7 жыл бұрын

illuminati confirmed

@--dh-- 7 жыл бұрын

"Anyone can learn to play the guitar" I've been trying to learn for almost 20 years now and the ability still eludes me.

@mistyhess3546 6 жыл бұрын

🖤💃🏻⚫️❤️👽

@jscho87 5 жыл бұрын

Colin MacMaster great quote!

@sarthakdoesmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Listening to this at 2.06 AM and in quarantine... What more can i get of life? People are so beautiful.. We need to value life more than we ever have.. Love to all the people out there who are trying to survive in this tough world. I hope your suffering and pain ends very soon. Much love and peace 💓... Listening to this after a year.. So had to write all these. Thank you

@Joe-wo7rg Ай бұрын

This song should be the anthem for all humanity

@ski11469 4 жыл бұрын

THIS version of THIS song gets me every time.

@peace2u947 2 жыл бұрын

Love this riff.. One of my fav musical compositions, it's like Mozart if Mozart was alive and had a guitar in his paws. Feels like he's playing the song of his life, where he has these high moments, contemplative moments of reflection, then like he dials in his learnings for an expert and exquisite finish, i like it! so much talent here!

@thndrcatoz2066 4 күн бұрын

If live music is your greatest love, seeing this song performed live in person will be one of the best moments of your life. It’s that good.

@Defnotcanadian 11 жыл бұрын

I am a huge music fan, listen to it whenever I can whilst awake and cant sleep without it. I can honestly say that this song is one of the best pieces of music I have ever come across

@jordanmcgregor9511 5 жыл бұрын

Been coming here for about 7 year now. Still gives me chills every time. His brain to hand to soul connection is ridiculous.

@vree_ 10 жыл бұрын

I heard this song when I turned 18 and back then it was a very important thing in my life which brought me on a more balanced level.

@ancientraichva598 3 жыл бұрын

So many years, but this remains the only song the gets some of my last happy hormones to accelerate inside me.

@Cbart23 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful song.

@lucasmontenegro8938 10 жыл бұрын

Been listening to John Butler for a long time now and i've heard many versions of Ocean, and I still think this one is the best. Too bad that I have no clear memory of the only time i saw him play it right in front of me, because i got seriously high by the music, it was more intense than a mushroom trip or shit alike, i'm serious

@markusmross3851 5 жыл бұрын

dude, this is probably the first youtube comment i leave in x-years, and...well, whenever i wanna listen to an ocean rendition i come back to this one BUT - i still have libgering in my mind that the one i once heard live was....uncomparable....but guess they all are...medical sounds...

@brettadamek1571 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed mate.... This is the best version by far.

@davidanderson3652 2 жыл бұрын

@@brettadamek1571 I'd say this one or the 13 minute one at Webster Hall back in 2005: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aahdq5iTzbK2m40.html

@kennethjuarez5384 Жыл бұрын

@@brettadamek1571 thanks for the insight 👌🏽 I've heard 3 different versions so far and they're all magical in the most literal sense

@Sklounst_Actual Жыл бұрын

I think the one uploaded Dec 2008 by BronzeMedal97 is still the purest and best version. But this and the Red Rocks ones come close

@hoopwizardws 5 жыл бұрын

This is consistently one of the most beautiful works of art I’ve ever heard

@ampster65432 6 ай бұрын

Love how you continue to let thistrack evolve with you over time and how you perform it slightly differently each time while keeping the core identity of the song

@Retep9696 3 жыл бұрын

my man is pouring out his heart, his soul, his everything with that guitar. And I feel blessed to be able to hear it.

@jakegoode888 5 жыл бұрын

its 2019 and this still gives me the chills. Bring the Butler Trio back to federation square!

@nerfe02 11 жыл бұрын

This song makes a grown ass man cry and then laugh and beem with pride... every.. fucking.. time.

@redbullTP 12 жыл бұрын

There are pieces of heaven embedded into this song.

@STBMusicProductions 12 жыл бұрын

He plays it differently every time live. Only a true musician can do that.

@reaperdog94 11 жыл бұрын

That is the most beautiful comment of a song i have ever read. Every time i hear this, that is all i think about, and almost cry. Perfection good Samaritan

@axelneel625 10 жыл бұрын

i have loved this song for years and listened to countless versions. i believe this is the best long version of it. he is one of the true artists left

@daviddenman1438 2 жыл бұрын

This is a reminder of what life is supposed to be like in this country. Joyous, meaningful and shared with others

@augustomoretti4079 2 жыл бұрын

I know this song more than a decade....and still moving me...so beautiful

@charwest5892 2 жыл бұрын

Thousands of listens over the past decade, just keeps getting better.

@charwest5892 2 жыл бұрын

This song is a favorite of those in higher realms, everytime I am drawn back here I am reminded of the feeling of hearing it the first time. This is a rare feat and if you are eternal then you would prefer to have something with some replayability.

@aleeshabeasley2192 Жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better myself, beautiful words and truth

@csillagannabardos1988 Жыл бұрын

@vinceleary907 9 жыл бұрын

9 minutes and 25 seconds of pure happiness :)

@devonlethbridge 5 күн бұрын

Been coming back to this every year since 2009. Goosebumps every time.

@vree_ 12 жыл бұрын

I knew this song back then when it was a little 100k views baby and now look at it.

@mamanue05 10 жыл бұрын

Most amazing song I've ever heard... Goosebumps everywhere, love is in his soul and in the air, marvelous and impressive work here!!!!! I think that nobody can disagree it's just unbelievably wonderful THANK YOU!

@JetpacksAreReal 12 жыл бұрын

*Good guy John* *Plays one of the greatest and most amazing pieces of music of all time* *Just flashes peace sign*

@damienball7567 11 жыл бұрын

This piece of music changed my life. More truthful words have never escaped my lips.

@doddypemberley8701 2 жыл бұрын

About 12 years ago I listened to this song a lot. And I don't why or how, but I had completely forgotten about it. I'm so glad I just got the chance to rediscover that jewel!

@XYZ-chalky 4 жыл бұрын

So, this is what freedom sounds like...

@chxsers 8 жыл бұрын

It's 2016 now... Still truly remarkable

@TEFFTPATTERN 6 жыл бұрын

Just checking in, 2018 here... yup, still remarkable

@janettespence6083 5 жыл бұрын

2019 now & still breathtaking!

@charw2009 4 жыл бұрын

@@janettespence6083 2020 - am on my 2,000th view and I am still moved in ways that cant be described

@jerrypennell420 11 жыл бұрын

Your the man John I'm glad I have had the pleasure to see you live 2 times. Thank you for the wonderful music your a huge inspiration in my life. Peace and love to all.

@kjl994 12 жыл бұрын

i watch this everyday and it still blows my mind

@roffy89 9 жыл бұрын

explained my whole life.. and didnt speak one word. had me balling from 2:00 till the end. so much meaning. thanks John

@XGameBroX 8 жыл бұрын

+Peachez89 srlsy????

@meyou8977 5 жыл бұрын

Shiver me timbers 😊

@DeafeningSerenity 11 жыл бұрын

I was looking for a recording of ocean waves, but this came up as one of the recommendations. I clicked on it because my grandda's name is John Butler. Glad I clicked. :)

@naumankhattak9902 Жыл бұрын

2023 and still one of my favorites ❤

@ootvtoo6677 3 жыл бұрын

this is the best "version" of Ocean

@kerokerokero2525 2 жыл бұрын

I think so,too!

@snipersEND 5 жыл бұрын

I've spent the last hour or so listening to all the different versions of this song I could find. He really does play this song differently every time he performs it. I think I'm biased because this is the first version I listened to, but this is still my favorite version.

@eb1123581321 12 жыл бұрын

I was in Florence this weekend and saw the David by Michelangelo. And can you believe it, as I sat there staring at easily the most beautiful thing I've ever seen in my brief existence, it was this song that was playing in my mind. I can't explain the feeling in words, but this guy has some idea what it was that I felt. Thats for damn sure.

@gasto43 13 жыл бұрын

Every single time I watch this video, It feels like I'm watching it for the first time. His music gives me chills.

@CreampieSamuri 12 жыл бұрын

And God said, "let there be music", and there was.

@Lesia44 11 жыл бұрын

Sends shivers down my spine every time I listen to this.

@danielclark6493 13 жыл бұрын

Saw this man play at Sound Academy in Toronto on July 16th. Hearing this piece live in front of you (when you are 10 feet from him) is a life altering experience. One of the best shows I have ever attended.

@irishfairground 11 жыл бұрын

I put my guitar into a corner and left it there for about three months after hearing this lol. I then looked at a tutorial somewhere on the net and tried to learn it. The guitar is now back in the corner. Brilliantly natural, pure musician. By the way I was only joking about the guitar in the corner. It actually inspired me to buy a second twelve string . Really Enjoy this guy. I was only told he played in my home town before. Pity I was too ignorant of music at the time

@Jesse22H 10 жыл бұрын

Best version of this song by far. That entire audience is just standing there with their jaws on the floor

@inthesebodies 11 жыл бұрын

do you ever just cry knowing that one with a wooden box with strings can make you feel so much?

@davidchen7001 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this recording of Ocean. Have watched videos of Ocean played during the day but nothing compares to the intimacy and rapport felt at night. Actually, could imagine being there. Something to be held aloft during challenging times.

@HoyaSaxaMV 12 жыл бұрын

There are few songs that elicit such powerful feeling and emotion in such a genuine way, and this is one of those. Having listened to this many times I still find myself discovering new and beautiful intricacies, and that in itself is a wondrous experience.

@michaelneanalee2309 8 жыл бұрын

is it normal that this song makes me cry every time I hear it?

@scottmarkey1481 6 жыл бұрын

That includes me!

@mosk584 5 жыл бұрын

same stuff

@nekonihonjin 5 жыл бұрын

it does some times for me

@baileyavalutz 4 жыл бұрын

Me too!!

@4cylindermachine203 3 жыл бұрын

It's not normal if you don't

@Romancandle5929 5 жыл бұрын

I have difficulty breathing in parts of this. Just absolutely overwhelming. God Damn

@JaJagimpjelterosso 4 жыл бұрын

Glad I was there while traveling. "That was amazing" Ill never forget that. My favourite edition of the song. Been to all his preformances back in Holland since and every time everyone seems to be having a good time, till folk get the feeling Ocean is next and 'we' become some positive worshipping cult. Its amazing to see, hear and feel.

@aliciadottery1108 7 жыл бұрын

If I could listen to only one song for the rest of my life it would be this song. I know he changes it each time but that's part of the beauty of it. He takes me on such an emotional journey, ebbing and waning like the waves of the ocean. The energy and tension build gradually, higher and higher, leading to an explosion of pure joy. Then he carries me softly back down and lays me to rest in the ripples of a quiet tidal pool. I cry every time and it always feels... cathartic. Therapeutic. Call it what you like, but this song heals. What a gift to give the world!

@TheSchmittable 11 жыл бұрын

honestly and realistically...at least 500 of those 3 mil views are just me. that's about the most emotional acoustic guitar live performance ever.

@19Takdom 12 жыл бұрын

6:19 It's....speechless He send us this feeling, unexplainable....

@jimkoloszar5926 7 жыл бұрын

There is a difference between being able to play music and being an artist. An artist can make you feel something too. John Butler is crazy talented artist and crazy talented musician, an awesome combination.

@waynevess9909 9 ай бұрын

Just recently found mister Butler,truly amazing piece of music, gives me hope and lifts my soul, Thank you John Butler.

@kylehendrix2091 8 жыл бұрын

100k of these views are probably mine

@laurenthendrickx1808 5 жыл бұрын

Kyle Hendrix amateur !

@PerfectCell9 9 жыл бұрын

Who are the 213 idiots who don't appreciate amazing guitar work

@greendayusa11 12 жыл бұрын

i used to listen to this whenever i was high. i listen to all the time sober now. best sound to ever come out of a guitar no matter how ur feelin when u listen to it. much love john!!!

@richiep1615 11 жыл бұрын

Listen to this everyday after school, its just so relaxing. This is not a song, it is an art piece.

@abcamargo55 8 жыл бұрын

Turn off the lights , close your eyes, turn off your mind and let the emotions to flow ...

@thegeneral9388 8 жыл бұрын

+André Bueno de Camargo Have done for years, great instrumental

@justinmyers8753 8 жыл бұрын

man i wish i could play like that!

@justinmyers8753 8 жыл бұрын

not easy, not.... easy

@Mr_Stanley888 6 жыл бұрын

Its not that hard really just open c tuning. sounds fucking amazing though.

@mcnell311 5 жыл бұрын

prahlada Stanley playing it is one thing. Writing it is another!

@MrJackieryanpatton 12 жыл бұрын

Amazing... Simply Beautiful... I love how he has an entire band within himself and his guitar.

@christina30031984 12 жыл бұрын

you playing the gitarre like an angel it´s so bautiful merci.....brother of love....

@wtw5002 5 жыл бұрын

Sublime. Side note...I bet his right forearm feels like a cooked noodle after he plays this 9-minute masterpiece with such ferocity.

@QOTSARadio 12 жыл бұрын

6:18 Goosebumps, every f***ing time

@dashnarroo4450 8 жыл бұрын

This is a gift from the gods. Divine music!

@Ninasalomon 10 жыл бұрын

... I love it. It's almost as if I'm one step on shore and one step toward heaven. John's music is sooo - right there. Golden

@DeviJade 10 жыл бұрын

I love my leprechaun!!! For he is that...: magick!!! Saw him tonight at Red a Butte Gardens Ut...again