Mark Knopfler - Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero (A Night In London | Official Live Video)

The live concert "A Night In London" was recorded in the BBC building in April 1996 and includes songs from Mark's first solo album Golden Heart as well as several Dire Straits hits and classic film themes.
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[JohnDoen-mdsi]

About 5 more weeks and then I'm leaving, we lost the battle against cancer. This song will accompany me on my journey. I met my wife at a Mark Knopfler concert and this was the song that was played during our wedding, now it will accompany me on my final journey.

[czx]

A twelve year old boy was playing this outside Newcastle United’s football ground just over a week ago, Mark Knopfler saw a video of the lad and sent him a signed vinyl copy of the song wishing him all the best and told him to keep at it. What a down to earth legend.

[darrenjpeters]

Genius. He's not obsessed with speed of play, or trying to be what he's not, just the intonation and perfection of every note. What a legend.

[mariaandmichael]

My mother's favorite song, she wanted to be played at her funeral, we of course did as she wished. You will never know how your music touches the hearts of millions of people and how thankful we are for you.

[CloydRoyal]

My father died 5 years ago today. Music was something we always enjoyed together and Mark Knopfler was his favorite. It always makes me feel like he's still around. I have two sons to enjoy it with now. Take a moment to appreciate the people in your lives.

[willbradley]

Many years ago, in the distant days of Blockbuster, I rented "Local Hero" to watch with my mother. She was dying, a long and terrible death. I'd seen the movie before, remembered it fondly, and figured it could lift both our moods. It succeeded beyond anything I'd hoped. At the end, we both were crying while smiling as Knopfler played this tune into the credits. My mother and I hardly ever agreed on anything -- taste, politics, life choices -- but we agreed the movie was wonderful, magical, enchanting. She died a few weeks later.
I tried watching the movie again some years ago, but it just didn't feel right. I couldn't make it to the ending. But I listen to the "Going Home" theme fairly often. It always brings a smile to my face. And some tears.

[denisoconnell]

This is the only piece of music that can have this cynical old man to tears. Every time.

[harryhughes]

Seriously, one of the coolest dudes on the planet. Effortless skill and soulful feel for his music. Incomparable style in my opinion. Every note counts, no show-offy shredding or dive-bomning whammy bars or fancy array of foot pedals. Just a pure joy to listen to and watch

[picklevid]

How much fun is that drummer having. This is what life is all about.

[denadavey]

I love how he turns his back on the audience & acknowledges the musicians to show his appreciation. Seen Dire Straits twice & Mark twice & he never fails to say thank you. The man doesn’t possess an ego despite being a genius. 🎸

[andyknowles]

Why listen to anyone else. This magic will live for ever. Nearly 75, and sure I have another 20+ to go.

[nickfreeman]

That smile from Mark to the drummer. Absolute magic. Both in the moment!

[stephenpritchard]

Do your worst and they surely did, absolutely amazing.

[atleengelstad]

One of the finest pieces of music ever written....

[iainroy]

Mark Knopfler, arguably the best guitarist i've ever heard...

[marioramus]

Mark Knopfler is a true Genius. He has his own very unique Style of playing Guitar. God bless him!

[jacquelinelissenberg]

A masterpiece. So beautiful. Mark Knopfler is a genius.

[johnash]

Played exactly as how it should be played. No gimmicks, crystal clear.

[barbstegner]

He's so relaxed and so amazingly humble and you can tell he enjoys whatever he's playing.

[AG-ztgj]

I wish I could give this a thousand likes I love it so much.