Since Dire Straits disbanded in 1995, Knopfler has recorded and produced nine solo albums and, as with his previous band, produced many hit songs. He has composed and produced film scores for nine films, including Local Hero (1983), Cal (1984), The Princess Bride (1987), Wag the Dog (1997) and Altamira (2016).
In addition to his work with Dire Straits, Knopfler has, as a solo artist, recorded and performed with many prominent musicians, including B.B. King, Chet Atkins, Chris Botti, John Anderson, the Chieftains, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Bryan Ferry, George Jones, Phil Lynott, Donal Lunny, Van Morrison, Steely Dan, Sting, Emmylou Harris , James Taylor and Sonny Landreth , sometimes working as a session musician. He has produced albums for Tina Turner, Bob Dylan, and Randy Newman.
Knopfler is a fingerstyle guitarist and was ranked 27th on Rolling Stone's list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time. Knopfler and Dire Straits have sold in excess of 120 million records to date. A four-time Grammy Award winner, Knopfler is the recipient of the Edison Award, the Steiger Award and the Ivor Novello Award, as well as holding three honorary doctorate degrees in music from universities in the United Kingdom. Knopfler was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Dire Straits in 2018.
This Is Us
Mark Knopfler Lyrics
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This is us in your daddy's car
You and the missing link
Yeah, I'd had a little too much to drink, now
Too long in the sun
Having too much fun
You and me and our memories
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
Rocking at the barbecue
Yeah, when we said I do
Hand jiving on the ballroom floor
You in that wedding coat you wore
And you in that amazing dress
I was stoned on love I guess
You and me, we were meant to be
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us on our honeymoon
In our hotel room
Sitting by the wishing well
Checking out of the love motel
Making plans for the sunshine state
Waiting at the terminal gate
You and me making history
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
And our baby boy
With our pride and joy
You at the sunday game
Standing next to what's his name?
On our anniversary
With the family
You and me and our memories
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
This is us
The lyrics to "This Is Us" are a reflective commentary on a relationship that has been experiencing the ups and downs of life. It's about the memories and moments that have been shared between two people, captured through different stages: from the joy and carefree freedom of the Mardi Gras, to the giddiness of newly-weds rocking at the barbecue. From the memories of their honeymoon, to the birth of their baby boy, and finally, to the longevity of their marriage.
As the song progresses, the lyrics transition from fun and carefree, to more emotional and sentimental in tone. It shows that despite the challenges they have had to face, the couple has always had each other to rely on, and their love and relationship remain intact. The lyrics are a nostalgic yet realistic tribute to the moments that make up a relationship, and how they change and shape the dynamic over time.
Line by Line Meaning
This is us down at the mardi gras
This is about our shared experience at the carnival festivities.
This is us in your daddy's car
This represents the moment we spent together, riding in the car of someone close to you.
You and the missing link
A phrase used to reference to the hidden love story of ours
Yeah, I'd had a little too much to drink, now
I was a bit drunk then during our getting-to-know-each-other phase.
Too long in the sun
Our long days in the sun, under its warmth, enjoying the company of each other.
Having too much fun
We were both very happy being with each other and doing the things we loved the most.
You and me and our memories
Reminiscing the good days we had together.
This is us
A reassuring statement that we are together forever.
Rocking at the barbecue
Recalling the moments we spent together, barbecuing and having fun.
Yeah, when we said I do
When we promised to be with each other for the rest our lives.
Hand jiving on the ballroom floor
Our time together while dancing at the ballroom, where the world seemed to disappear.
You in that wedding coat you wore
You looked beautiful on our wedding day.
And you in that amazing dress
I will always remember the day you wore that dress and how beautiful you looked in it.
I was stoned on love I guess
I was head-over-heels in love with you.
You and me, we were meant to be
We were destined to be together forever.
This is us
An understated acknowledgment that we were always meant to be together.
This is us on our honeymoon
Looking back at our honeymoon days spent together at a romantic location.
In our hotel room
Reminiscing the love we made on our honeymoon trip.
Sitting by the wishing well
Remembering the time we spent at the wishing well, hoping for our life-long happiness.
Checking out of the love motel
Leaving the motel where we made unforgettable memories with each other.
Making plans for the sunshine state
Planning our future together with sunshine and rainbows in our life.
Waiting at the terminal gate
Anticipating the arrival of our next adventure into our life.
You and me making history
Together we are creating a history of our love.
And our baby boy
Our love blossomed more with the birth of our son.
With our pride and joy
Our son is our pride and joy, the epitome of our unconditional love.
You at the sunday game
Reminiscing the memories of our Sunday afternoon games, and how much fun we had.
Standing next to what's his name?
Referring to one of our friends who accompanied us and who we already forgot the name of.
On our anniversary
Celebrating the anniversary of our togetherness and love.
With the family
Cherishing the moment our family was united on our anniversary.
You and me and our memories
We will always cherish our memories together, my love.
This is us
This is proof that we have always lived for each other and will continue doing so perpetually.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARK KNOPFLER
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@myronlarimer1943
Mark Knopfler is the master of subtle, understated guitar work. He never overpowers a song. He never demands attention with his mastery of the art. He plays in such a way the guitar becomes an integral part of the whole song. Pure art craft. I never recognized how good he is until I learned to play guitar myself.
@reinhardschuster8006
There is no better way to describe him!!!
@CritterSitterofCary
And his voice ......❤❤❤...
@myronlarimer1943
@@CritterSitterofCary His voice and style are very unique and distinctive. There is no one like him in the music world…
He is the master of “ it’s not the notes you play, but the ones you don’t “… pure genius
@jamesy2420
This band is so friggin tight. This is basically a master class in live performance.
@Orlin_does_stuff
Well said!
@danielenicastrini7730
Sempre alla ribalta ogni cosa che la sua musica avanza ...more this good sound
@bobhayward9546
That’s right❤
@XZITT
knopfler + Harris = Bliss