Runrig - The Story Lyrics






'S fhada, 's fhada, an ceòl a bha cho binn
'S a' ghrian a' dh'èirich air mo chridhe
Guth nan eun gar dùsgadh bho chadal, àillidh, ciùin
Moch is deiseil 'son an t-slighe

And I'm still dreaming of the Hebrides
And I'm still leaning on the early years
And I can't help feeling it will always be
The story of the life inside of me

Achadh abaich, eòrna 's seagal 'fàs
Loch nan ealachan aig tàmh
B' e siud an dealbh a dh'fhan fad an t-samhraidh sin dhuinn
'S gach uile samhradh eile a dh'fhalbh

And I'm still dreaming of the Hebrides
And I'm still leaning on the early years
And I can't help feeling it will always be
The story of the life inside of me

'S mi an-diugh a' streap beanntan àrd nam bliadhn'
Le gach smàl is sgaradh air an t-saoghal
Ach thig le cinnt là na h-aiseirigh dhuinn
Mar a thàinig là a chiad-fhairich mi do ghaol

And I'm still dreaming of the Hebrides
And I'm still leaning on the early years
And I can't help feeling it will always be
The story of the life inside of me

The story, the story, the story
The story, the story, the story





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  1. A.... K....

    I have watched this several times, a great video. And he certainly chose the right girl, she is beautiful.

  2. S.... A....

    Run Rig 2019 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👏👏👏👏

  3. A.... A....

    🍀💙

  4. P.... H....

    Runrig do not disappoint...they simply rock!!!

  5. R.... B....

    What street does donald mcdonald drive down in glasgow ?

  6. K.... D....

    Love this 💖
    Who is the young man in the car towards the end of the video supposed to be? His son?

  7. A.... D....

    The lyrics, the vocals, the video, the guitar solos....the story. The perfect song

  8. S.... G....

    One of my all time favourite.... thank you and God bless ALBA

  9. M.... ....

    I discovered this band about 15 years ago and I've never had anything ever resonate so deeply with my poor human soul as your music. This whole album lived up to every expectation and beyond. Sad to see you go guys, my dream was to experience a Runrig concert but it just wasn't to be. You're an inspiration and I'll be on the lookout for anything any of you choose to do in the future as a band or separately. Thank you for the wonder you've created and shared with us all.

  10. d.... ....

    Loved that song a long time ago.

  11. A.... K....

    This is a great song and very interesting video, which you have to make your own mind about . If you have ever been to 🍄
    Iidt

  12. d.... ....

    Memories .

  13. A.... K....

    Once remember travelling this road from Lochmaddy to Lochboisdale with a bunch of drunken farmers and Auctioneers, But can’t remember coming back to the ferry in the north. R I P Ian Fergusson.

  14. d.... t....

    Real music this, non of the rubbish out today.

  15. S.... s....

    I love the ending to this as it seems to nod to the fact that the Highlanders were shuned when they first came to the central belt of there own country now us lowlanders embrace them and appreciate there language and culture well done runrig as you have opened the eyes of the world

  16. T.... T....

    i lost my mum when i was 12 .... but she loved runrig... i can remember playing for stirling albion my first game as a pro youth lol...i scored a goal ... my mum she told me to allways listen to run rig lol ......am 31 and a coach for stirling albion still listen to runrig lol x

  17. K.... ....

    Another great, a little tinged with sadness just now, so soon after the last dance. I love the bilingualism... may yet inspire me to try and learn! Runrig forever!

  18. G.... S....

    Beautiful song

  19. J.... M....

    Runrig died when Donnie Munro left the group

    J.... M....

    Nonsence , if it did you lad would not even talk about the group, as according to you it died 20 years ago , just shut up dickhead ,

  20. E.... E....

    Went to Glasgow Cross to seethe shop when I was home...and the outer hebrides. I see why so many songs are sung about the islands ...they are incredible

  21. I.... w....

    Alba gu brath.

  22. J.... H....

    I only discovered Runrig a few weeks ago, but wow they are so incredible <3

  23. N.... M....

    Goodbye my friends, you have decided to move on, I will love your music now and always. Thanks for being there x

  24. �.... �....

    Endless story

  25. S.... K....

    So brilliant. The photography, the layout. Incredible.

  26. J.... D....

    Saor Alba

  27. J.... D....

    Ah this song takes me back to less troubled times! Sad but true I miss those times but so good to hear this beautiful song, SAOR ALBA!

  28. S.... K....

    Listening and watching this yet again, it's brilliant. The songwriting, the performance of the band. And this video. In an age when music videos are stupid, overly contrived in an attempt to be different...this one is creative, sophisticated, romantic, sensitive, amazing.

  29. �.... �....

    спасибо)

  30. F.... M....

    I love that the band in the flashback is the original Run Rig Dance Band: guitarist, drummer, accordion player.

  31. S.... T....

    It's sad that this is the last ...

  32. G.... R....

    This video gets me EVERY time.

  33. m.... ....

    amasing video,, great story of a mans life,, what a ripping sound,,i juess im here as music is my big love in life,, thanks for the upload

  34. A.... K....

    Great combination. Runrig one of the best ever, always underated.

  35. J.... S....

    Attended The Story at Edinburgh Castle in 23Jul 2016 ~ avid fans all the way from New Zealand and China ~ fantastic concert ~ well worth the trip despite being hassled by security for taking photos of Runrig on stage. Pleased to know they are touring again in 2017 ~ how about a trip down under to New Zealand?

  36. B.... D....

    why oh why have they never been invited to T-in the park? I've heard that they would jump at the chance to play there.

  37. B.... D....

    still the only band that can make me ball my eyes out. Always be a big space in my heart for Runrig.

  38. R.... ....

    Thank you Runrig!! You're amazing :) I've loved you for over 25 years!

  39. o.... o....

    seen Runrig in Manchester, Absolutely Brill, totally underated band

  40. j.... m....

    viva alba

  41. A.... M....

    How come there's no fatties with mono brows and 5 o'clock shadows at that ceilidh?

    A.... M....

    They wir at yer Maw's! Hae'n a guid time :-)

  42. S.... H....

    Fabulous song

  43. B.... ....

    Got to add this album to my Run Rig collection when back in Scotland soon. Been following for 30+ years!

  44. W.... N....

    went to c these for first time with my mate Alex wright I loved it x

  45. A.... M....

    Rory. Massive. As good as it ever was.

  46. E.... F....

    yea heard story (pardon the pun)that looking out for dates in UK next year, and as he said no more studio album's not no more album

  47. C.... T....

    Hello, do you mind if I use this song to make my Scotland travel video? It is awesome fit and I really love this song!

  48. R.... ....

    Why have I missed the fact that new songs have been released?! Love Runrig!!! So much! Xx

  49. M.... ....

    Singly the most underrated band in the world for me, seen them so many times over the years, have everything they've recorded, have met them, interviewed Calum, a brilliant bunch of guys who'll be sorely missed in my house once they stop performing.

    M.... ....

    I cried when i heard they were not going to release any new cd's after this one. I have been listening to Runrig since i was about 4 years old! ( .. now 30..) they have been a huge part of our lives, they will never know how much.. made it my mission to go and see them in February when they were close enough to us! for mine and hubbies anniversary! And we went thanks to family helping to baby sit. Not quite sure how i didn't cry my heart out knowing its possibly the last time.

    M.... ....

    Rachelle Lawley They are still going to tour just not record albums.

    M.... ....

    Mirrigold

  50. A.... E....

    we have followed the band for many years - regularly make trips from ulceby up to scotland to see them wherever possible. most recent was dundee caird hall feb 12 2016 - travelled through a blizzard at cumbernauld the next day to get home. well worth it. met them in 2008 in perth concert hall - rory and callum were lovely. this cannot be the very last album. has donald recorded anything ?

  51. A.... t....

    This really tugged at my heart strings. A great piece of art guys!

  52. R.... F....

    I love this. I was very fortunate to be at the Hogmanay Festival on New Year's Eve 1996 when Runrig headlined. One of the best, most memorable, coldest, snowiest nights of my life -- I will never forget how awesome it felt to sing "Auld Lang Syne" along with Runrig. It's sad that "The Story" is their last album, but knowing when to call it a day is a mark of maturity. Well done, gentlemen.

  53. p.... ....

    McSPRINGSTEEN & have been lucky enough to see when Donnie was lead singer .... bought all & missing this one for now ... not after tonight

  54. u.... ....

    Cannot stop listening. Pure genius.

  55. N.... E....

    Stephen Howie let's pray it's not the last

  56. N.... E....

    saw them this year again the best they've been

  57. F.... B....

    For those who have seen Runrig - count your blessings from an Australian fan who loves them. Have begun listening to their new CD but loving the song / video "The Story". Boys, come to Oz!

    F.... B....

    That song resonates with me Frank.tae a lass

  58. L.... J....

    There´s a lot of NORDIC flags in the audience whenever Runrig plays live. We love them.....

    L.... J....

    The scandinavians and the scots must be related.. Thanks to Bruce Guthro who brought them alive again.

    L.... J....

    Lots of Scandanavian words in my NE Scots Dialect. (Dorric) I believe the leftovers from when we spoke 'Norn'.

    L.... J....

    I miss the Swedish flags, though. Runrig is practically unknown here in Sweden. My countrymen lack the feel for good Music, IMHO.

  59. w.... ....

    Varmaan huikea fiilis päästää tällainen biisi ja video matkalle. Runrigia parhaimmillaan, tunnelma biisissä ja videossa vertaansa vailla.

  60. B.... ....

    In my mind, the guy in the car is the young guy in 5:01 dancing with the blond girl right after because the 2 actors kind of look alike. I like to think that the 2 men even though their lives took drastically different paths still hold the Hebrides in their hearts in their own way.

  61. R.... A....

    Well I started listening to them 40 years ago, when I was in the Royal Navy. They always took me home, where ever I was in the World. I never got the chance to see them live, but I think I've got most of their albums. When I heard it was the end, I was gutted and tried to find a ticket for Edinburgh, but they''re all gone. I live in Wales now, but I would have taken the high road to see them, even though money is tight. They are the Best Scottish Band of all time in my teary eyes. The album captures everything so well and hats off to Brian as he's captured this so well and of course praise all round to everyone. Perhaps I will just have to take the memories of listening to my grave and accept that sometimes, some dreams never get realised. I'll miss you Runrig!!! Thanks for the memories and the Journey.

    R.... A....

    +Robert Alexander I also tried to get tickets for Edinburgh and couldn't but they are doing a concert at shepards bush and there's still tickets for that.  21st July

    R.... A....

    +Hazel Hoerz Thanks Hazel. I saw that now. I'm going to see if my Daughter will come with me. Find out at the weekend. Otherwise may just get there myself. Appreciate that. Is this their last ever tour?

  62. L.... B....

    I'm not sure if I'm more thrilled with new Runrig music or more grieved that this is the last studio album. Loving The Story.

  63. P.... B....

    Gorgeous! Feels like the end on an era, can't believe this will be the last studio album. Their music has been inspiring me since I was a young teen and this album is no exception.

  64. P.... C....

    the best not in Scotland but in the world class underrated band

  65. T.... ....

    Saw them in Ipswich last week, just a fantastic experience. Still don't get the significance of the guy in the bmw at the end of the video. Anyone help me with that?

    T.... ....

    He made it compared to the young lad who got the young lass up to dance ,

    T.... ....

    TheGuitaranation IMO, He is the same man, in his younger days, he’s reminiscing, his whole life with her.

  66. L.... B....

    Consideró un preciosa canción.Espero poder escucharla en directo, esta canción tiene que ser espectacular.

  67. E.... F....

    as Bruce said at gig on sat night it will b the last studio album can still hope for an other live album or 2. and they still amazing after all these years live

    E.... F....

    I was at Edinburgh castle where they made an official announcement on their future, saying they didn't have a clue what it was. So I'd be hopeful too of more tours, even if there's no more music!

  68. D.... M....

    Happy days! Can see my family home in this video :)

  69. M.... B....

    Another fantastic song from Runrig, brilliant!

  70. R.... S....

    # 1 on this weeks Current Favorites ~ Heavy Rotation WUIN 98.3 FM The Penguin Wilmington/Oak Island NC new music playlist.

  71. W.... D....

    Went to see them tonight in Dundee's Caird Hall, they were absolutely brilliant.

  72. c.... c....

    Rory's voice is just one of those voices i would never tire of hearing and runrigs music is just a class of its own ill be a massive fan of their forever

  73. B.... R....

    Just read the last Wire and catching up on The Story - great job guys and well done Brian - great production - look forward to getting the cd. Please don't stop playing - Runrig are the musical back drop to my last 35 years - hope to see you on the tour.

  74. B.... m....

    Tears r blinding
    Heart felt feelings
    I didn't , don't ,
    Ever knew such emotion
    We're , I , ever capable ,
    To feel so rong , to feel so rite .

  75. K.... D....

    This just sounds soooooooooooo good. Bring on the album

  76. M.... R....

    'S fhada, 's fhada, an ceòl a ba cho binn
    'S a' ghrian a' dh'èirich air mo chridh'
    Guth nan eun gar dùsgadh bho chadal, àilidh, ciuin,
    Moch is deisel 'son an t-slighe

    And I'm still dreaming of the Hebrides
    And I'm still leaning on the early years
    And I can't help feeling it will always be
    The story of the life inside of me

    Achadh abaich, còrna 's seagal 'fàs
    Loch nan ealachan aig tàmh
    B' e siud an dealbh a dh'fhan fad an t-samhraidh sin dhuinn
    'S gach uile samhradh eile a dh'fhalbh

    'S mi an-diugh a' streap beanntan àrd nam bliadhn'
    Le gach smàl is sgaradh air an t-saoghal
    Ach thig le cinnt là n h-aiseirigh dhuinn
    Mar a thàinig là a chiad-fhairich mi do ghaol

    M.... R....

    +Aubbie Melancholy Well, you're always welcome to Skype me and find out! Just add markrae

    M.... R....

    +Aubbie Melancholy Wouldn't be on FB if you paid me!

    M.... R....

    In English please? I listen to this song so much I'm gonna memorize it in Gaelic but I'd at least like to know what's playing in my head to the music! 😁

    M.... R....

    Long long ago the music was so sweet
    the sun rose in my heart
    the voice of birds awoke us from sleep, beautiful, calm
    Early and ready for the way

    M.... R....

    @Myshkin Ciamar a tha sibh?

  77. l.... ....

    Wonderful video. I've watched it a good few times now. I'm intrigued, does anyone know who the younger guy is sitting in the car near the end. I feel he's meant to be someone we know but I don't recognise him. Also the main actor is great, anyone know who he is?

    l.... ....

    +lynsay18 I've been trying to figure it out too. At first I thought it was Iain Bayne but I know thats not right. I also know the point of the video was the return to the Hebrides which it shows the older man being in, and rejoicing at being there again and remembering his wife. But that bit towards the end of the guy in the car, I don't quite get. Regardless, I was so moved by this song and the video I wrote about it-https://robpatdoy.wordpress.com/2016/02/13/the-story/

    l.... ....

    milla esker hau da hau musika ederra.Maitasunez

  78. l.... ....

    Runrig's music have been the playlist to my life. It's going to be difficult to process this being their last studio album. The Story is a beautiful song, beautiful video and I can't wait to hear the rest of the album.

  79. L.... J....

    Absolutely brilliant..
    .as ALWAYS...Thank you guys for giving us you and your music...Your the Best..

  80. m.... ....

    Nice widio cant wait fore the album

  81. R.... C....

    Absolute 24C Gold

  82. R.... C....

    WHAT a Great Song from a GREAT band it also brought a tear in my eye and gave me goooooose bumps.can't wait for Nottingham & Manchester. Rock on Runrig the BEST band to come out of Scotland by far far far far

  83. R.... M....

    Brilliant. Just top class. Seeing them soon. :)

  84. J.... W....

    Thank you Runrig.  Another treasure for us to keep.

  85. C.... ....

    Listening to radio gael today Saturday  around 11.30 ish., Runrig, Celtic festival, great ballad, but just missed the name of it. latter Part of the first line , like a hand in a glove ??? any clues please ?

    C.... ....

    +Cameronsdemise JUST BOUGHT  "THE STORY " the above song is on this album

  86. M.... T....

    Another amazing recording, can't wait to hear the new album. Can't wait for the concert in Glasgow on 11th February and can't wait to go back to Uist and listen to The Story whilst driving the roads in the video.( It might be too emotional for me so I'll let my husband drive!). Runrig are and always will be my favourite band.

  87. J.... D....

    I've been lucky enough to hear the whole album from a promo CD - brilliant, just brilliant!

  88. A.... R....

    Now this is a good song, used to listen to runrig and was told about this song from a family member, so glad they did :)

  89. R.... s....

    I think i would actually kill to hear the rest of the album now. its actually driving me insane waiting!

  90. C.... ....

    haven't stopped playing it since I heard it 2 days ago!  Nothing short of fantastic

  91. D.... S....

    very uplifting story . runrig have always had a "certain way" with songs it has been a great journey- long may it continue! rory is one of the best vocalists i have ever heard.

  92. r.... s....

    GEART SONG cart wait to see them in manchester this year 2016

  93. d.... 1....

    ha ha just saw my next door neighbor on the vid ...you kept that 1 quiet bob..lol

  94. c.... ....

    can't wait to see them at the Castle surely not for the last time.

  95. L.... B....

    just an amazing song. taken runrig to a new level. whys it their last. they cud go on from this. amazin

  96. F.... ....

    conversation about NWA and the Oakland Raiders brought me here from Reddit!

  97. S.... V....

    Every time I watch this I can't find my mouse pointer any more. My eyes are too blurry and wet. what on earth???

  98. I.... G....

    The perfect way to end things. They've given so much listening pleasure over forty years. All good things must come to an end. They are going out on the high note instead of fading away.

    I think the video does indeed tell the story. They didn't sell out and stuck true to their roots. That's how they should be remembered.

    There is, and no other band like them. But we have the songs and in them they will live on.

    Thank you Runrig for the pleasure.

  99. A.... E....

    "I <3 the Hebrides", me too.