Marianne Faithfull - Born To Live (Official Music Video)

Extract from the Marianne Faithfull's album ‘Negative Capability’.

Directed by: John Maybury
Thanks to Marlon Richards for the usage of his archives of Anita’s home movies

I wrote this song soon after Anita’s passing. I was still in shock at that loss and I still can’t quite get over the pain of her absence after such a long and unique 54 year friendship.
We lived through Rock 'N’ Roll History, the chaos of our love lives, and we always remained available to each other. I wanted to pay tribute to our exceptional friendship by using footage from our personal archives, memories of a trip we took at the end of the '60s n South America.
I was always in awe of the way Anita lived her life, and now, of the way she left it.
The truth is, you have to accept it, to let go, to go with the flow, and be fortunate enough to be loved and surrounded by the ones you love.
That’s how it went for Anita.
Death can be peaceful, beautiful and filled with grace.
There’s nothing to be all that afraid of.
Let it go.

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Lyrics:
Born to live and born to die
Aren't they just the same?
We're always breaking someone's heart
Especially our own
Life goes on its joyful way
As usual nothing's as it seems
But to die a good death is my dream
And I wish it for all, for all I know and love
Deep down below and high above
We're born to die, no one to blame
We're born to love, we're all the same
Blues stay away, stay away from me
I hate to lose old friends
Blues are my enemy, but love gets me through
Born to live and die
Forever loving you
Don't make me cry, know what I must do
Pray for a good death, one for me, one for you
And I wish it for all, for all I know and love
Deep down below and high above
We're born to die, no one to blame
We're born to love, we're all the same
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Author: Marianne Faithfull
Composer: Ed Hartcourt

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[marliesplays]

This hits differently now - rest in peace, Marianne 💔

[TihetrisWeathersby]

We lost a musical genius, I'll never forget her voice

[Curt]

Her friend Anita Pallenberg died in 2017. Now Marianne is reunited 💖 with her. God bless you both.❤ with Love. Always Faithfull...

[JM-iobili]

Marianne Forever and Anita too.
Legendary ladies of Swinging 60's.
Never forget you all. Rest In Peace.

[C-Rex]

She's back with Anita now. RIP Marianne. ❤

[ReoShigeno]

This song was a requiem when I first listened to it. Now it became an anthem for me. Thank you Ms Marianne Faithfull. Your songs will live forever. RIP.

[JimmyNotes]

"to die a good death is my dream..." We're going to miss you Marianne. 😢

[davesigmon]

Rest Well Marianne. Thank you for this beautiful piece of work. I always felt this homage to Anita Pallenberg was one of the most emotionally gripping I've ever heard. Now you two can meet up again at that coffee bistro up in the great yonder.

[jimpatterson]

A truly wonderful artist will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, angel.

[jorgeramirezcamarena]

First sweet voice, then strong voice but always beautiful voice. A great singer, great composer and a great Lady. Thankyou Marianne.

[thesatanicmajesty]

This is seriously the most beautiful tribute imaginable. I'm so deeply touched I couldn't even watch it all at once, I'm completely overwhelmed by both my endless love and utter respect for Anita and Marianne. Words cannot describe what these 2 gorgeous ladies mean to me and how they've saved me. All the love and light to these angels 💛 May Anita rest peacefully

[Starrie_eyes]

When I heard her sing for the first time, I thought she had the loveliest voice I'd ever heard. I'm glad I found her music. It spoke to me from the very beginning. Her music has been and will continue to be a significant part of my life. Marianne, rest in peace. You always have a special place in my heart❤

[hanselmerson]

As tears go by love you
Thanks for all your music through the years

[malcam]

I just fell in love with Anita again. She was absolutely electric. Lovely tribute by Marianne.

[elizabird]

I think Marianne had Nicholas at age 18. She looks like a baby herself here. Beautiful song, stunning, haunting images of these talented artists.

[fionah]

This is a deeply touching song and a lovely video. Thank you for the song, Marianne. Sorry for your loss of Anita. A 54 year friendship is a true testament ♥

[nicolekihani]

❤Mariane Faithfull, une chanteuse que j'aime beaucoup, une voix grave qui illumine mon être quand j'écoute ses chansons, Marianne Faithfull une Diva qui a rejoint l'univers RIP et sincères condoléances à toute sa famille et ses proches ❤🙏

[lachanteuseROXANNEFONTANA]

thanks so much Marlon Richards for the footage of wonderful Anita xxxx

[VoodooBeat]

I can't stop remembering Brian ❤❤

[jessimmersimqueen]

I am so sorry you lost your old friend Marianne. So glad you are still with us! Please take good care of yourself!