This song became an iconic Australian protest song, paying tribute to the Gurindji people, and becoming symbolic of the broader movement for Indigenous equality and land rights in Australia written by prominent singer songwriters Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody the song tells the story of the Wave Hill Walk off in 1966, through to Prime Minister Gough Whitlam symbolically handing their land back years later peace out.
Yes I used to live out at Kalkarinji as a kid. I remember Gough Whitlam coming to visit us at the annual celebration when he was still alive. Such an awesome experience.
I wish I could say I knew this before. I think the first time I heard this was for the Ethical Super ad, and I thought it was a beautiful song at the time, but I never really explored it. It had a lot more meaning to it than I gave it credit for! Thanks for the enlightenment.
BLESS you, Nick for being RESPECTFUL to others. So many sadly.. do not. We are all learning.. we are all teaching .. and we are all growing in Love and Light, mate.. just trying to be better than we were yesterday. Thank you so much for your amazing reviews!
I read a No of comments here and Im surprised there didnt seem to any/many who told the story of this song. This song is co written by Paul Kelly & Kev Karmody and is based on a VERY famous event in Australian history which took place over a No of yrs from late 1960s into the early 1970s. On a pastoral lease owned by British Lord Vesty the indigenous people whos traditional land the lease was on also worked for Vesty. However the Gurindji people werent treated very well and were working only for rations. Gurindji, lead by Vincent Lingiari walked off the lease and went on strike. The strike lasted for 8 years and the Federal Government became involved and worked out a deal where over 3000 square kilm were returned to Gurindji.
This song was written by Paul Kelly and Murri (Queensland Aboriginal) singer songwriter Kev Carmody. To get a full understanding of the song check out the original, with footage of Vincent Lingiari and his people. It’s a powerful song about a powerful and critical part of Australian history. Also, good to see Missy Higgins in the mix here. I don’t think you’ve covered her before, so I recommend you check out some of her solo work. An outstanding songwriter and singer.
Zaachariaha Fielding, who's the main vocalist for Electric Fields, is singing in his indigenous language in that second verse. I'm not sure the exact language, but he can sing in Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, which are both Western Desert languages of the Central Australian First nation people's.
Jess grew up in Darwin, Northern Territory where I live. I used to see her at the local shops with her school friends just hanging out. It’s so wonderful that the world knows how talented she is.
Gather round people I'll tell you a story An eight year long story of power and pride British Lord Vestey and Vincent Lingiari Were opposite men on opposite sides Vestey was fat with money and muscle Beef was his business, broad was his door Vincent was lean and spoke very little He had no bank balance, hard dirt was his floor From little things big things grow From little things big things grow Gurindji were working for nothing but rations Where once they had gathered the wealth of the land Daily the pressure got tighter and tighter Gurindji decided they must make a stand They picked up their swags and started off walking At Wattie Creek they sat themselves down Now it don't sound like much, but it sure got tongues talking Back at the homestead and then in the town From little things big things grow From little things big things grow Vestey man said I'll double your wages Eighteen quid a week you'll have in your hand Vincent said "uhuh, we're not talking about wages We're sitting right here 'till we get our land" Vestey man roared and Vestey man thundered "You don't stand the chance of a cinder in snow" Vince said "if we fall others are rising" From little things big things grow From little things big things grow Then Vincent Lingiari boarded an airplane Landed in Sydney, big city of lights And daily he went round softly speaking his story To all kinds of men from all walks of life And Vincent sat down with big politicians "This affair" they told him "it's a matter of state Let us sort it out while your people are hungry" Vincent said "no thanks, we know how to wait" From little things big things grow From little things big things grow Then Vincent Lingiari returned in an airplane Back to his country once more to sit down And he told his people "let the stars keep on turning We have friends in the south, in the cities and towns" Eight years went by, eight long years of waiting 'Till one day a tall stranger appeared in the land And he came with lawyers and he came with great ceremony And through Vincent's fingers poured a handful of sand From little things big things grow From little things big things grow Well, that was the story of Vincent Lingiari But this is the story of something much more How power and privilege can not move a people Who know where they stand, and stand in the law From little things big things grow From little things big things grow From little things big things grow From little things big things grow From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow) (From little things big things grow) (From little things big things grow)
This is written by Paul Kelly, our Bob Dylan, his storytelling is so raw and beautiful. I’d never heard this version before and I loved it! Singing in First Nation’s language is so powerful considering how integral storytelling is to their legendary culture. So beautiful! Please react to John Butler’s cover of Pharrel’s HAPPY!
That Singer Reacts is sleeping on Paul Kelly. I think he reviewed one of his songs before and didn't vibe it because, I think, the strong Aussie accent in the singing put him off but Kelly is absolutely Australia's best and most prolific song writer.
Hi! I am a 65 year old Hippy Chick from Jimmy Barnes, Guy Sebastian & Hill Top Hoods all come from within 15mins from me! I have seen all the Aussie Music you have been playing from a teen to now. Still enjoying so much of the modern Aussie music as well.. It is Amazing watching you discover it & watch & listen to it again through your Eyes & ears! By the way, you also have wonderful tones! Loving these! So glad to have found you! It is such a shame that our music over the years has only made it over there in dribs & drabs! Our music culture is so deep! Loving watching, your passion is infectious!! Blessed Be Debbie
I grew up on the song and made me so proud of my Aboriginal heritage and from a handful of earth big things can grow but we will yarn with you (tell you that story) and just ask that you please listen. My Uncles lived and worked on the cattle stations and they would tell you all different stories around the campfire. Epic song and close to my heart 🙏❤️🇦🇺
Wow!!!! You’re emotional responses to this version has blown me away ... I’m in tears that you are feeling the heart of Vincent’s story ... great work mate 💕
Make me so happy to hear this kind of sound making it out the wider world, hope you share this with your friends who like mind blowing music, and the other people here :)
This song is so powerful it is a Paul Kelly song that has become a rally cry and calling to all Australians it has morphed over the years and evolved with the times. Paul Kelly is a national treasure singer songwriter and brilliant lyricist.💕
no it aint..its Kev Carmodys Song..ask Paul..source the Australian Long Play series...out of the Mouth of the Master poet...Paul Kelly..management put them together touring....he gave kev the Platform...
Beautiful cover of Paul Kelly's song. I can still remember the Prime Minister pouring the dirt into Vincent's hand and giving the land back to the original owners
When u say the land was given back to the original inhabitants,that only includes the top soil not what's underneath it which is why the big mining companies can come in desecrate the land & do whatever they want. You'd think if the land was returned they'd have more of a say but no. What a con job.
Thank you for reacting to my request Dominic, powerful song about a great man. I have had the opportunity to work on Gurindji land, the birthplace of Aboriginal land rights and the historic wave hill walk off. For the full impact of the song, please listen to Kev Camody and Paul Kelly… I know you like these artists, but to hear it from the original storytellers.. 😌. Also Paul Kelly does this song with Ziggy Ramos - spoken - but you will see the effect and meaning it has for Ziggy.
I like how ziggy has updated it talking about THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY & ABORIGINAL DEATHS IN CUSTODY & how little has changed since the Royal Commission investigation into it. Australia is a great place but with a dark past
YES and in the correct Chronological order..its a Kev carmody song toured By Paul Kelly and He at managements request...see the Australian long play series..Paul will tell yas...give the right man the Credit..and embrace the Collab......
Wow this Is one of the best versions of this song I've heard. Please react to more electric fields they are amazing saw them live at womadelaide few years ago and was blown away!!!
Haven't listened yet but love this song in all its different versions. One of the songs that brought aboriginal land rights to the mainstream. Written by Paul Kelly who I k ow you've covered. As I said back then he is a wonderfully gifted storyteller so I hope u pay attention to the lyrics & not just the voices
Ok now I've watched I can say I love this version too but to get a real understanding (&full story)maybe u should start with the original by PK. As an indigenous Aussie this song is so powerful & means so much. Paul Kelly has an updated version with ZIGGY RAMO which also talks about The Stolen Generation'. Music isn't just about the "best" voice sometimes it's about "giving a voice". Thanks for the reaction & I hope u get to learn more about Oz & our culture (old & new).
This was filmed in the Adelaide Botanic Conservatory (in my home town) - it's a big temperature controlled glass green house (looks a bit like a snail lol) in the botanic gardens. Cool place for a music clip 😊
Its an emotional song it was a collaboration during lockdown and is amazing in that even though it is a song (written by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody) that talks specifically about an event in our history it is universal this song was intended to plant a seed in those that hear it and from that little thing big things can grow. Its a song of hope and very emotional brings tears to my eyes everytime I hear it.
Check out the original by Paul Kelly mate 😎🤘🔥 the background story behind this song is very important and special, tells the story of the famous indigenous ‘walkout’ over Land Rights, which is a sort of a Rosa Parks moment in Australia
Nick, congratulations on 100k! That's a big landmark and signifies a lot of hard work that resulted in great recognition. Andy and I are following you closely I will provide any support we can.
They fought for 8 long years & there was a lot of pushback & suffering. I love the song but find it hard to see the "loving" part but maybe that's just me being cynical (my default mode but trying to work on it)
Your reactions are always a joy, - soo good! I love your interruptions, they’re always informative, respectful and you know what you’re talking about! And CONGRATULATIONS on 100K, well deserved!!
I don't have the capacity to message you any other way but you need to listen to either the original Paul Kelly version or the live version with missy, John and Dan sultan, it will provide you with the back story. Truly and Australian master piece that sums up one of the best inspirational Australian stories.
Black Arm Band do an incredible version also. The Murundak album is amazing. Saw them live at Womadelaide. OMFG!!! Huge screens at either side of the stage playing the old Movietone News clips of Vincent Lingyari, Lord Vestey and Gough Whitlam, plus the line-up of talent was incredible. Truly a "Supergroup."
This song made me vry and holds great symbolism in Australia. You should look up Vincent Lingiari and what he did and it will give you a new appreciation of the song.
Not sure if you have listened to John Butler or JB Trio previously, but their song Zebra, is absolutely brilliant. Do yourself a favour and check it out, or if you want a message, their "Better than".
Another delightful reaction to a classic Aussie song as covered magnificently by a collective of Aussie performers. Well done Nic. You'll certainly have plenty of comments to fill you in on the background of the story in this song and maybe you'll have a chance to make time to learn a little more about Vincent Lingiari and aboriginal land rights in Australia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Lingiari 👍 😊
Rather than a protest song it is the song of a victory by the oppressed Indigenous stock workers in the Northern Territory who were able to get land taken from them by white settlement. An important first step in the indigenous struggle
That tall stranger who travelled to see Vincent Lingari was the Prime Minister Gough Whitlam. As a white mother of Aboriginal children it was an emotional moment for me as well. Gough had the courage to stand with our first nation people and recognise their connection to this great land. It was an amazing moment in our history
This is Kev Carmody Goes Radelaide..its his Song..brought to Paul and mansgement..he assisted Kev to tour....see the Australian long play series..paul will edumacate you to whos song it is....
Please be the first TH-camr to react to Solid Rock - Goanna. It's fire and incredibly meaningful. Also Treaty - Yothu Yindi. An amazing indigenous artist. Unfun fact: the commonwealth of Australia STILL does not have a treaty with its first nations people 😥
Black Arm Band's version of Solid Rock with Shane Howard up front. Live from Adelaide (WOMAD) OMFG!!! I was there. It was wild. It's also very hard to talk about Treaty when there is a large school of thought that focusses on the fact that Sovereignty has never been ceded, which is not popular, by and large among the current ruling class. About 20 years ago there were big meetings being held in Canberra regarding the idea of a treaty, and the ABC were recording live to air, so I was glued to the radio. One of the Yawuru Elders spoke, saying "Well, I can see all you whitefellas in the crowd there, and I just know that you're thinking, well, if we do thus and so and so, what's in it for our children? And it's a very good question, and I'm here to tell you, that if you do thus and so and so, then your children and theirs, get to become Aboriginal." And the whole room erupted in applause. We mustn't give up hope, mate.
I wish you had ave looked up the story behind the song, that was a great version of it. I really like electronic fields and had never seen the before your reaction of them. 😊 thanks
I respect the work that went into this cover version and Imagine Paul and Kev wouldn't have minded one bit. For me though all the atmospheric extra of the arrangement and the perhaps a little stilted vocal delivery detract ever so slightly. The original is brilliant in it's simplicity which I think only serves to reinforce the powerful message. Side note, it pisses me off hugely that this song is now used to promote superannuation.
You need to check out Black Arm Band's live version of this iconic song. Totally factual. If I had the $$$ to request it, I would, but more importantly is that you get to hear it! Ball's in your court, mate. 🥰🥰🥰
@@jadecawdellsmith4009 Traditional Aboriginal people always said that they belong to the land, not the other way around. If only every other culture on earth could think likewise, we would all be inhabiting it much longer than the much shorter time ahead.
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This song became an iconic Australian protest song, paying tribute to the Gurindji people, and becoming symbolic of the broader movement for Indigenous equality and land rights in Australia written by prominent singer songwriters Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody the song tells the story of the Wave Hill Walk off in 1966, through to Prime Minister Gough Whitlam symbolically handing their land back years later peace out.
Great comment Steve.
Yes I used to live out at Kalkarinji as a kid. I remember Gough Whitlam coming to visit us at the annual celebration when he was still alive. Such an awesome experience.
I wish I could say I knew this before. I think the first time I heard this was for the Ethical Super ad, and I thought it was a beautiful song at the time, but I never really explored it. It had a lot more meaning to it than I gave it credit for! Thanks for the enlightenment.
BLESS you, Nick for being RESPECTFUL to others. So many sadly.. do not. We are all learning.. we are all teaching .. and we are all growing in Love and Light, mate.. just trying to be better than we were yesterday. Thank you so much for your amazing reviews!
I read a No of comments here and Im surprised there didnt seem to any/many who told the story of this song. This song is co written by Paul Kelly & Kev Karmody and is based on a VERY famous event in Australian history which took place over a No of yrs from late 1960s into the early 1970s. On a pastoral lease owned by British Lord Vesty the indigenous people whos traditional land the lease was on also worked for Vesty. However the Gurindji people werent treated very well and were working only for rations. Gurindji, lead by Vincent Lingiari walked off the lease and went on strike. The strike lasted for 8 years and the Federal Government became involved and worked out a deal where over 3000 square kilm were returned to Gurindji.
This song was written by Paul Kelly and Murri (Queensland Aboriginal) singer songwriter Kev Carmody. To get a full understanding of the song check out the original, with footage of Vincent Lingiari and his people. It’s a powerful song about a powerful and critical part of Australian history.
Also, good to see Missy Higgins in the mix here. I don’t think you’ve covered her before, so I recommend you check out some of her solo work. An outstanding songwriter and singer.
He has done one or maybe two, he did one with Missy and Tim Minchin.
Sound o White is the most stunning song
Just saw Missy live at Munro Martin Gardens Cairns; what a singer and a wonderful human!
Zaachariaha Fielding, who's the main vocalist for Electric Fields, is singing in his indigenous language in that second verse. I'm not sure the exact language, but he can sing in Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, which are both Western Desert languages of the Central Australian First nation people's.
Jess grew up in Darwin, Northern Territory where I live. I used to see her at the local shops with her school friends just hanging out. It’s so wonderful that the world knows how talented she is.
Gather round people I'll tell you a story
An eight year long story of power and pride
British Lord Vestey and Vincent Lingiari
Were opposite men on opposite sides
Vestey was fat with money and muscle
Beef was his business, broad was his door
Vincent was lean and spoke very little
He had no bank balance, hard dirt was his floor
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
Gurindji were working for nothing but rations
Where once they had gathered the wealth of the land
Daily the pressure got tighter and tighter
Gurindji decided they must make a stand
They picked up their swags and started off walking
At Wattie Creek they sat themselves down
Now it don't sound like much, but it sure got tongues talking
Back at the homestead and then in the town
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
Vestey man said I'll double your wages
Eighteen quid a week you'll have in your hand
Vincent said "uhuh, we're not talking about wages
We're sitting right here 'till we get our land"
Vestey man roared and Vestey man thundered
"You don't stand the chance of a cinder in snow"
Vince said "if we fall others are rising"
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
Then Vincent Lingiari boarded an airplane
Landed in Sydney, big city of lights
And daily he went round softly speaking his story
To all kinds of men from all walks of life
And Vincent sat down with big politicians
"This affair" they told him "it's a matter of state
Let us sort it out while your people are hungry"
Vincent said "no thanks, we know how to wait"
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
Then Vincent Lingiari returned in an airplane
Back to his country once more to sit down
And he told his people "let the stars keep on turning
We have friends in the south, in the cities and towns"
Eight years went by, eight long years of waiting
'Till one day a tall stranger appeared in the land
And he came with lawyers and he came with great ceremony
And through Vincent's fingers poured a handful of sand
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
Well, that was the story of Vincent Lingiari
But this is the story of something much more
How power and privilege can not move a people
Who know where they stand, and stand in the law
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
From little things big things grow (from little things big things grow)
(From little things big things grow)
(From little things big things grow)
Thankyou
Thank you Sammy
@@samsta65 NP :)
Thanks for adding these words.
@@samanthakuhl3082 glad to help
Goosebumps mate.... if you are not moved your are not human... respect
Kev Carmody and Paul Kelly wrote this...it's a powerful memory song
Yes its Kev Carmodys song LOVINGLY TOUCHED BY THE mASTER pOET,,PAUL KELLY....
This is written by Paul Kelly, our Bob Dylan, his storytelling is so raw and beautiful.
I’d never heard this version before and I loved it! Singing in First Nation’s language is so powerful considering how integral storytelling is to their legendary culture.
So beautiful!
Please react to John Butler’s cover of Pharrel’s HAPPY!
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That Singer Reacts is sleeping on Paul Kelly.
I think he reviewed one of his songs before and didn't vibe it because, I think, the strong Aussie accent in the singing put him off but Kelly is absolutely Australia's best and most prolific song writer.
It's a Kev Carmody song btw
It was written by Kev Carmody and Paul Kelly
@@ciarondunn6655 They wrote it together, but Kev doesn't get the equal mention. So disrespectful. :(
I have watched you do this song so many times. And I still cry.
A tale of nation growing.
Hi! I am a 65 year old Hippy Chick from Jimmy Barnes, Guy Sebastian & Hill Top Hoods all come from within 15mins from me! I have seen all the Aussie Music you have been playing from a teen to now. Still enjoying so much of the modern Aussie music as well.. It is Amazing watching you discover it & watch & listen to it again through your Eyes & ears! By the way, you also have wonderful tones! Loving these! So glad to have found you! It is such a shame that our music over the years has only made it over there in dribs & drabs! Our music culture is so deep! Loving watching, your passion is infectious!! Blessed Be Debbie
I grew up on the song and made me so proud of my Aboriginal heritage and from a handful of earth big things can grow but we will yarn with you (tell you that story) and just ask that you please listen. My Uncles lived and worked on the cattle stations and they would tell you all different stories around the campfire. Epic song and close to my heart 🙏❤️🇦🇺
🖤💛❤
Wow!!!! You’re emotional responses to this version has blown me away ... I’m in tears that you are feeling the heart of Vincent’s story ... great work mate 💕
Make me so happy to hear this kind of sound making it out the wider world, hope you share this with your friends who like mind blowing music, and the other people here :)
This song is so powerful it is a Paul Kelly song that has become a rally cry and calling to all Australians it has morphed over the years and evolved with the times. Paul Kelly is a national treasure singer songwriter and brilliant lyricist.💕
Dont forget people..its Kev Carmodys Song....
no it aint..its Kev Carmodys Song..ask Paul..source the Australian Long Play series...out of the Mouth of the Master poet...Paul Kelly..management put them together touring....he gave kev the Platform...
Beautiful cover of Paul Kelly's song. I can still remember the Prime Minister pouring the dirt into Vincent's hand and giving the land back to the original owners
When u say the land was given back to the original inhabitants,that only includes the top soil not what's underneath it which is why the big mining companies can come in desecrate the land & do whatever they want. You'd think if the land was returned they'd have more of a say but no. What a con job.
Thank you for reacting to my request Dominic, powerful song about a great man. I have had the opportunity to work on Gurindji land, the birthplace of Aboriginal land rights and the historic wave hill walk off. For the full impact of the song, please listen to Kev Camody and Paul Kelly… I know you like these artists, but to hear it from the original storytellers.. 😌. Also Paul Kelly does this song with Ziggy Ramos - spoken - but you will see the effect and meaning it has for Ziggy.
I like how ziggy has updated it talking about THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY & ABORIGINAL DEATHS IN CUSTODY & how little has changed since the Royal Commission investigation into it. Australia is a great place but with a dark past
I uses to live out at Kalkarinji as a kid and remember Gough Whitlam on Freedom Day. Great memories!
@@jadecawdellsmith4009 that version of the song has me in tears every time, Ziggys passion is intense.
YES and in the correct Chronological order..its a Kev carmody song toured By Paul Kelly and He at managements request...see the Australian long play series..Paul will tell yas...give the right man the Credit..and embrace the Collab......
Wow this Is one of the best versions of this song I've heard. Please react to more electric fields they are amazing saw them live at womadelaide few years ago and was blown away!!!
Wow, what a great rendition! A proud Aussie watching that.
The Sound did covid safe live music. Electric fields are at Adelaide Botanic Gardens
This is a truly powerful song. It’s very much worth checking out the lyrics and the story.
Haven't listened yet but love this song in all its different versions. One of the songs that brought aboriginal land rights to the mainstream. Written by Paul Kelly who I k ow you've covered. As I said back then he is a wonderfully gifted storyteller so I hope u pay attention to the lyrics & not just the voices
WOOHOO, 100k subs,🍾🍭🏆🏆🏅🥇🎉🎊🎈 Well done Nick, well deserved!
To clarify, it was co-written by Kev Carmody and Paul Kelly.
UNNA....
Congratulations on the 100k subscribers, so well deserved 👏 Such a pleasure watching you react to our amazing Aussie treasures 🥰 🎶
It's haunting with the Aboriginal language and voices. It's beautiful 💜🌏🪐🍀🌕🙏👣🇦🇺🌺🦉🏡🌴🌹
this " IS THE STORY " of Australia... This is Paul Kelly's and Kev Carmody's greatest song
Ok now I've watched I can say I love this version too but to get a real understanding (&full story)maybe u should start with the original by PK. As an indigenous Aussie this song is so powerful & means so much. Paul Kelly has an updated version with ZIGGY RAMO which also talks about The Stolen Generation'. Music isn't just about the "best" voice sometimes it's about "giving a voice". Thanks for the reaction & I hope u get to learn more about Oz & our culture (old & new).
So true Jade. Tears in my eyes. Giving a voice.
Tru God.
This was filmed in the Adelaide Botanic Conservatory (in my home town) - it's a big temperature controlled glass green house (looks a bit like a snail lol) in the botanic gardens. Cool place for a music clip 😊
Its an emotional song it was a collaboration during lockdown and is amazing in that even though it is a song (written by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody) that talks specifically about an event in our history it is universal this song was intended to plant a seed in those that hear it and from that little thing big things can grow. Its a song of hope and very emotional brings tears to my eyes everytime I hear it.
Paul Kelly, Aussie Legend, and let's not forget Hunters & Collectors who have some iconic Aussie hits.
Check out the original by Paul Kelly mate 😎🤘🔥 the background story behind this song is very important and special, tells the story of the famous indigenous ‘walkout’ over Land Rights, which is a sort of a Rosa Parks moment in Australia
its a kev carmody Song..do ur research....
Nick, congratulations on 100k! That's a big landmark and signifies a lot of hard work that resulted in great recognition. Andy and I are following you closely I will provide any support we can.
This shows that its everyones story, and when we come together united over anything big or small. Together we rise above any adversity.
Gosh the goose bumps… this song is so loving…
They fought for 8 long years & there was a lot of pushback & suffering. I love the song but find it hard to see the "loving" part but maybe that's just me being cynical (my default mode but trying to work on it)
Paul Kelly the master story teller. And don’t they love to sing it?
Beautiful, powerful and emotional song definitely and made my eyes leak.
Your reactions are always a joy, - soo good! I love your interruptions, they’re always informative, respectful and you know what you’re talking about!
And CONGRATULATIONS on 100K, well deserved!!
It’s about land rights and rightful ownership of Australia. Beautifully done
Electric Fields ‘Nina’ live is awesome. Zaachariaha Fielding is all heart and also an amazing painter.
I don't have the capacity to message you any other way but you need to listen to either the original Paul Kelly version or the live version with missy, John and Dan sultan, it will provide you with the back story. Truly and Australian master piece that sums up one of the best inspirational Australian stories.
Black Arm Band do an incredible version also. The Murundak album is amazing. Saw them live at Womadelaide. OMFG!!! Huge screens at either side of the stage playing the old Movietone News clips of Vincent Lingyari, Lord Vestey and Gough Whitlam, plus the line-up of talent was incredible. Truly a "Supergroup."
Thankyou for this, your great , really enjoyed the review and song.
Congrats on hitting 100K! Much deserved! 🎊🎉🎊🎉
I love all of these artists, and I am so glad you got a taste of Electric Fields💞
Hope you’ll get to hear Electric Fields’ tribute to Nina Simone. Incredible.
This song made me vry and holds great symbolism in Australia. You should look up Vincent Lingiari and what he did and it will give you a new appreciation of the song.
Not sure if you have listened to John Butler or JB Trio previously, but their song Zebra, is absolutely brilliant. Do yourself a favour and check it out, or if you want a message, their "Better than".
Yes to BETTER THAN.
Beautiful. Thank you so much. I cried. It’s a good thing.
Check out, everything turning to white by kassey chambers, or, to her door, both writen by paul kelly
So happy you're loving ❤ us Australians! You rock
Hadn't seen this before and loved it, however nothing beats the original!
Another delightful reaction to a classic Aussie song as covered magnificently by a collective of Aussie performers. Well done Nic.
You'll certainly have plenty of comments to fill you in on the background of the story in this song and maybe you'll have a chance to make time to learn a little more about Vincent Lingiari and aboriginal land rights in Australia:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Lingiari
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A great version is by Ziggy Ramo, Little Things. Featuring Paul Kelly. A must listen
Absolutely! You can feel all the emotion of all of the performers while they're performing, and you just know they know the power of the performance.
CONGRATS ON 100K AND COUNTING BROTHER 🎙 ✊
Thank you so much 💯
We’re proud and a little bit confused with our history. It is recent and unique. Songs like this help.
No confusion just no recognition 🖤💛❤️
Written by Paul Kelly & Murri. Paul Kelly sings the original too ❤️
Mate, this is about the Wave Hill walk-off and the Gurundji people in the Northern Territory. Thank you for playing
THIS IS ANOTHER GREAT PAUL KELLY SONG. ONE OF MANY, MANY, MANY
ITS A KEV cARMODY sONG...gET IT RIGHT UNNA....
Rather than a protest song it is the song of a victory by the oppressed Indigenous stock workers in the Northern Territory who were able to get land taken from them by white settlement. An important first step in the indigenous struggle
I just looked it up, electric fields is the name of the band, the singer's name is Zaachariaha Fielding.
Watched Paul Kelly play it live a few months ago, it was amazing
You are BLESSED
That tall stranger who travelled to see Vincent Lingari was the Prime Minister Gough Whitlam. As a white mother of Aboriginal children it was an emotional moment for me as well. Gough had the courage to stand with our first nation people and recognise their connection to this great land. It was an amazing moment in our history
This gave me numerous shivers
Hadn’t heard this version before, but I love this song and all these singers. Hope you get to Paul Kelly singing some of his own songs one day.
He already has
I hadn’t heard this version before, but it’s beautiful.
A most amazing & moving song. Love Paul Kelly singing it but this version is absolutely divine.
The original by Paul Kelly is a gripping story. This is kinda like Paul Kelly goes Vegas. hehe
This is Kev Carmody Goes Radelaide..its his Song..brought to Paul and mansgement..he assisted Kev to tour....see the Australian long play series..paul will edumacate you to whos song it is....
Must react to the version with Paul Kelly & Ziggy Ramos; to hear this song is to hear all Australias First Nations peoples x
ooh thanks for this hadn't seen this collaboration of this song... big tick from me✔✔
God bless Vincent 😇 a true hero of Australian history
One of my favourites!
Wow this was sensationally moving I hung on every word👌
It’s a very tribal feeling. Fantastic
John Butler is a legend when he plays all other performers stop what they are doing and watch.
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The Ziggy Morro and Paul Kelly version is a tear jerker. Changed the lyrics to tell another story.
Thanks to master songwriters Paul Kelly & Kev Carmody. ☮️
Please be the first TH-camr to react to Solid Rock - Goanna. It's fire and incredibly meaningful. Also Treaty - Yothu Yindi. An amazing indigenous artist. Unfun fact: the commonwealth of Australia STILL does not have a treaty with its first nations people 😥
Black Arm Band's version of Solid Rock with Shane Howard up front. Live from Adelaide (WOMAD) OMFG!!! I was there. It was wild. It's also very hard to talk about Treaty when there is a large school of thought that focusses on the fact that Sovereignty has never been ceded, which is not popular, by and large among the current ruling class. About 20 years ago there were big meetings being held in Canberra regarding the idea of a treaty, and the ABC were recording live to air, so I was glued to the radio. One of the Yawuru Elders spoke, saying "Well, I can see all you whitefellas in the crowd there, and I just know that you're thinking, well, if we do thus and so and so, what's in it for our children? And it's a very good question, and I'm here to tell you, that if you do thus and so and so, then your children and theirs, get to become Aboriginal." And the whole room erupted in applause. We mustn't give up hope, mate.
i do recommend listening to the Paul Kelly version and then the Ziggy Ramo
Great song! Would love to see ya react to some Missy Higgins ❤
You should react to an Aussie classic : Beds are burning it’s a very powerful song and the lead singer later became a politician here in Australia.
Kate Ceberano was one of my first crushes.
I wish you had ave looked up the story behind the song, that was a great version of it. I really like electronic fields and had never seen the before your reaction of them. 😊 thanks
I respect the work that went into this cover version and Imagine Paul and Kev wouldn't have minded one bit. For me though all the atmospheric extra of the arrangement and the perhaps a little stilted vocal delivery detract ever so slightly. The original is brilliant in it's simplicity which I think only serves to reinforce the powerful message.
Side note, it pisses me off hugely that this song is now used to promote superannuation.
100k subscribers congratulations.
Thank you 💯
Another Paul Kelly classic 💙
a KEV cARMODY cLASSIC lOVINGLY tOUCHED BY pAUL KELLY....
You need to do Paul Kelly How to make Gravy. It's an Aussie classic.
Goosebumps
You need to check out Black Arm Band's live version of this iconic song. Totally factual. If I had the $$$ to request it, I would, but more importantly is that you get to hear it! Ball's in your court, mate.
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You need more.john Butler bro 👍
Getting Sia vibes here. Love Taj..🙏🇭🇲
Original by Paul Kelly is so good, but this arrangement and performance is great.
NOPE originally by Kev Carmody whos management,,their management... brought it to Pauls attention and they Toured it...
Its about a long court battle to obtain Aboriginal land rights that resulted in victory for The first nations people
Depends what u mean by victory. Mining companies have more rights & can come in & do what they want on aboriginal land. It's a farce
@@jadecawdellsmith4009 Traditional Aboriginal people always said that they belong to the land, not the other way around. If only every other culture on earth could think likewise, we would all be inhabiting it much longer than the much shorter time ahead.
I'd highly recommend listening to the original by Paul Kelly to get a clearer idea of the lyrics.
Love this video. You have a great musical ear... ps either He or She is fine. Gender is fluid. much love from us xx
If you like Jessica Mauboy and Missie Higgins, you should check out a film called ‘Bran nu Day’. Another indigenous singer you may like Dan Sultan…
This is a Paul Kelly composition he is closely associated with Aboriginal land rights. Explore his huge Australian music contribution.
Ahh you have discovered Paul Kelly one of our best song/story writers. Another rabbit hole to head down. Enjoy ☺️