The official music video for by Genesis, released in late 1983, marked a significant commercial turning point for the band, helping the song become their first Top 10 hit in the United States. Video Concept and Narrative
While the video uses a "down-and-out" aesthetic, the song's lyrics focus on the repetitive, frustrating nature of a failing relationship.
: The band intended the song to be a simple pop tune inspired by the melodic style of The Beatles . Phil Collins has noted that his drumming on the track was an attempt at a "Ringo Starr style" part. Genesis - That's All (Official Music Video)
: The trio is shown dressed in dirty clothes, huddling around an open fire in metal barrels to stay warm.
: Throughout the video, they are seen eating soup, playing cards, and performing the track within the abandoned industrial setting. The official music video for by Genesis, released
: The distinctive main riff is played on a Yamaha CP-70 Electric Grand Piano by Tony Banks, while the middle section features an organ solo on a Synclavier II. Chart Performance and Impact
: The track explores the "can't live with you, can't live without you" cycle, characterized by the phrase "it's always the same, it's just a shame, that's all". Phil Collins has noted that his drumming on
: This was the first collaboration between Genesis and director Jim Yukich , who went on to direct many of the band's most famous subsequent videos and several of Phil Collins' solo projects. Song Meaning and Production
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