Paddy Reilly - Carrickfergus

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  • Paddy Reilly singing Carrickfergus, at Opera House, Cork.
    Carrickfergus
    I wish I was in Carrickfergus
    Only for nights in Ballygrand
    I would swim over the deepest ocean
    only for nights in Ballygrand.
    But the sea is wide and I cannot swim over
    and neither have I the wings to fly
    I wish I could find me a handsome boatman
    To ferry me over to my love and i,
    for it's in Kilkenny it is reported on marble stones their as black as ink,
    with Gold and Silver I would support her
    but I'll sing no more now till I get a drink,
    am drunk today and I am seldom sober
    a handsome rover from town to town,
    ah but am sick now for my day's there numbered,
    so come all ye young men and lay me down.

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  • @user-gl4tu8cm1w
    @user-gl4tu8cm1w 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    I travelled all the way to north Hollywood to visit my sister I'm from Belfast northern Ireland and went to a bar in Santa Monica and Paddy Reilly was playing, wot a night he only needs a guitar and sometimes not even that, probably the best singer in the history of the world, he was at the bar having a drink on his own and I hadn't the nerve to go up and talk to him something I always regret that was 1979 , magical, thanks Paddy

  • @justinw947
    @justinw947 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    i would never shut up if i had this mans voice. literally brings tears to my eyes listening to some of his performances.

  • @Rutherglen1969
    @Rutherglen1969 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    One of the greatest renditions I've heard of this great Irish classic song

    • @Ms2blackcats
      @Ms2blackcats 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      how true

  • @chee6060
    @chee6060 12 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Nobody sings this like Paddy. God Bless The Irish

  • @evelinekettle1150
    @evelinekettle1150 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Paddy Reilly's voice so clear and strong. Just pure and heartfelt every song he sings.

  • @kellyannejones4651
    @kellyannejones4651 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    My dad loved listening to paddy reiley before he passed away in 2007. I still listen to it on his anniversary every year.

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello how are you doing..?😊

  • @noelcarroll9505
    @noelcarroll9505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm 56 now and have followed paddy for over 40 years...what a voice..pure class 👏

  • @gaggymott9159
    @gaggymott9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    No gimmicks, no fancy frills...Singing...pure and simple and note-perfect too...BEAUTIFUL ❤❤❤

    • @beyondnatural9155
      @beyondnatural9155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Too many try to improve it. The singer is not supposed to be a philosopher or an operatic tenor. Sung solo at a party, this one always shuts them up. Every man - I can only speak for men - relates to it in very many different personal ways,

    • @gaggymott9159
      @gaggymott9159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@beyondnatural9155 Absolutely correct. It's beautiful! ❤❤❤

    • @briancorrigan5746
      @briancorrigan5746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      he's the best no doubt about it

    • @briancorrigan5746
      @briancorrigan5746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@beyondnatural9155 only Christy moore has done it

    • @DanDgl01
      @DanDgl01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He is the best, in numerous songs. Great voice!

  • @kellymcdonald7065
    @kellymcdonald7065 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Hes the only one who sings this with the heartfelt regret and sorrow it should convey.

    • @benguiry616
      @benguiry616 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      True that Kelly.

    • @eamonmacdonnell2627
      @eamonmacdonnell2627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Very true 💐

    • @nicoloperfido9167
      @nicoloperfido9167 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jim McCann ???

    • @kellymcdonald7065
      @kellymcdonald7065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There are other songs I prefer Jim McCann to sing. This one goes to Paddy

    • @metalmicky764
      @metalmicky764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Dubliners do it just as well, but I do like Paddy.

  • @jimmurphy3287
    @jimmurphy3287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Paddy reilly just screams Ireland, what a voice and a look, he is the man you would see in a corner of any Irish rural pub.

  • @dougmacdonald1076
    @dougmacdonald1076 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Man oh man,Paddy Reilly is a rare talent. Absolutely perfect.

  • @richardmavin8255
    @richardmavin8255 7 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I can see me dear old Farther sitting in a quiet corner in heaven with his squeeze box singing this 🤗

  • @elizabethsantoianni7351
    @elizabethsantoianni7351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    One of my favorites, if not favorite, Irish song. So beautiful. My parents played all of Paddy Reilly's songs as I was growing up. Such a beautiful singer.

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing?😊

  • @joenick8557
    @joenick8557 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I had the pleasure of seeing Paddy perform this song live in the Royal Arms hotel in Omagh in the early 1970s'. He was the support act to the Plattermen showband and and it left an indelible mark on me as it was so beautiful and moving. You've left a fantastic legacy of ballads for which the Irish nation can be rightly proud
    RIP Paddy and profound thanks
    Joe

    • @Fordman99.
      @Fordman99. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Joe Nick paddy isn't dead

    • @stephenoneill855
      @stephenoneill855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm from Strabane and I remember the Plattermen! Was it Rock Stewart and the Plattermen? What a night that must have been!

    • @waxkopp
      @waxkopp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Fordman99. True, all I know is that paddy Maloney of the chieftains has died, last year in october.

    • @caseycompton7141
      @caseycompton7141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I had the pleasure to see him in a tiny bar in Portland, Oregon, USA. One of the best, ever?

    • @maureengillies9495
      @maureengillies9495 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So beautiful

  • @daveh6151
    @daveh6151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The true master, I listened to Paddy version for over 40 years and nothing can come close

  • @davidbosquette4798
    @davidbosquette4798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Im NOT crying, you are. One of the most BEAUTIFUL songs of all time. Jeezz, it got me right in the gut.

    • @gaggymott9159
      @gaggymott9159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's beautiful. My father who was a dyed-in-the-wool Englishman just melted at this man's voice and simple, but STRONG interpretation of Northern Irish/Irish traditional music....Tears? Yes, I've had a few....😔😔😔❤❤❤👍👍👍

  • @zaneyron
    @zaneyron 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    One of the finest Irish folk singers of all time.

  • @Suzibird307
    @Suzibird307 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is one of the prettiest songs ever written. So sad and yet beautiful at the same time. Gives me gooseflesh.

  • @waxkopp
    @waxkopp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I can only say: Wow, what a voice.😍

    • @madampresident6255
      @madampresident6255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He’s so cute, too! 😍🥰

    • @waxkopp
      @waxkopp ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@madampresident6255 definitely 😙!

  • @mauricecrotty8726
    @mauricecrotty8726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good man Paddy, this if the definitive version of a great song. Excellent performance.

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing?😊

  • @rogergoris4241
    @rogergoris4241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    this beautifull song sends shivers down my spine , what a voice !

  • @queenb62
    @queenb62 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Paddy Reilly carries every song he sings powerfully. One of Ireland's greats

    • @Ms2blackcats
      @Ms2blackcats 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      he most certainly does!

  • @patsyod
    @patsyod ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a voice! Absolutely clear and in tune. Forget the guitar, Paddy doesn't need it.

  • @allanwilliams9646
    @allanwilliams9646 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    How could anyone not like this song. Cold cold heart!

  • @robertmason2311
    @robertmason2311 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I know that others have also sung this song, but with the greatest of respect to them, I am only inclined to ever listen to this one, as perfection cannot be improved upon.

  • @1viva
    @1viva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Such a beautiful voice and nostalgic song.😌

  • @curiousaustriantours6962
    @curiousaustriantours6962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a beautiful interpretation of a great song!

  • @honkytonk2010
    @honkytonk2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Greetings from Canada just wanted to say This Irish song is so beautiful! and sad and the singer is amazing!!Thank you for sharing

  • @colinbenson7068
    @colinbenson7068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My dad frankbenson sang this beautifully....miss you dad❤❤❤

  • @davidmeaney128
    @davidmeaney128 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I seen paddy reilly in Burkes dunlavin 40 years ago he is a legend

  • @ThePatricia1934
    @ThePatricia1934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    A wonderful song especially with Paddy performing

    • @jamescoyle1528
      @jamescoyle1528 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hiya honey ye it's a beautiful song ❤

  • @cuocujimmy
    @cuocujimmy 12 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    What a wonderfull version of this beautifull song - well done Paddy

  • @paddykavanagh3742
    @paddykavanagh3742 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    for all the Irish who cannot return to Ireland,,god bless you

  • @briannolan823
    @briannolan823 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Got so much respect for this man,when asked who was the best Irish folk singer,he said Luke Kelly.

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey how are you doing?😊

  • @paulsketcher4157
    @paulsketcher4157 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My Scottish dad worshipped this guy rip to both

  • @cpohagan
    @cpohagan 10 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    As I child I was subjected to this and other (now) classic tunes and hated them. But now they're timeless tunes with meaning and great memories of late dad love you PJ. What a great ballad paddy

  • @sonjawhite186
    @sonjawhite186 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm just going to repeat this because I need to cry, Thanks for the man at the Bandon Convention this afternoon

  • @josephmcnulty2287
    @josephmcnulty2287 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The man who sings this best , brilliant Paddy .

    • @Ms2blackcats
      @Ms2blackcats 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      true. you can listen to a dozen or more singer

  • @margaretdavies6529
    @margaretdavies6529 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I agree his voice is just so true this version makes me cry xx

  • @Emmet21982
    @Emmet21982 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Love his voice. So powerful and clear

  • @johngough2958
    @johngough2958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What is always amazing is how a few lines sung in a song can capture a whole lifetime of experience. It's why Folk music works so well. And why it resonates more as we get older. Paddy delivers the purest form here.

  • @charlesking7060
    @charlesking7060 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    one of my all-time favorite songs by one of my all-time favorite singers!!😃🎸

  • @randellcayla
    @randellcayla 10 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love this song .So sad but so beautiful ..I've seen paddy in concert here in st john's a few times .I chatted with him in a local pub & had my picture taken with him , What a wonderful voice!!

  • @jayjoejeanz
    @jayjoejeanz 13 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I always wondered why my dad would listen to this "stuff" Now, many years later I love this "stuff" Thanks for posting :)

  • @catherineosullivan5985
    @catherineosullivan5985 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This rendition is absolutely beautiful! I cannot listen to any others now - the Boardwalk Empire version is not a patch on it. Paddy's voice is amazing - so clear and strong. This is how this beautiful Irish song should be sang!

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing..?

    • @BrianBoru5523
      @BrianBoru5523 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      John Treacy Egan does a great rendition in an episode of that show. The Wainwright version is quite weak.

  • @dalymc
    @dalymc 13 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    one of my favourite Irish songs.Thx.

  • @yveeliza
    @yveeliza 10 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Lost one of our beautiful cats, called 'Cloudy' today, so I naturally gravitated to this very sad rendition and although the lyrics are about a human experience I still find it fitting to include and lament the loss of one of our fellow mortals. :(
    "Not the least hard thing to bear when they go from us, these quiet friends, is that they carry away with them so many years of our own lives". ღ

    • @emcsull
      @emcsull 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I am so sorry, those little furry people accompany us through our lives and love us unconditionally and unquestioning. My old cat Irene is 18, I am dreading the day.

    • @SingingTimberwolf
      @SingingTimberwolf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's Something You May Say About Your Cat Passing Away, So Sad To Hear That, But I Remember Listening To Carrikfergus On A Drive, I Was Thinking At The Same Time, About A Beloved Pet, Sampson Passed Away On That Drive I Shedded Many Tears! Rest In Peace To The Cat & Sampson (01-03-94--01-14-08) Sampson Lived 14 Years, 11 Days After His Birthday, Such A Sad But Memorable Topic

    • @maureenmcevoy5982
      @maureenmcevoy5982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I hear you + cry with you .Peace + Purrs

    • @waxkopp
      @waxkopp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maureenmcevoy5982 Me to...🙀

    • @beyondnatural9155
      @beyondnatural9155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maureenmcevoy5982 I’m glad you wrote that, Maureen. I’ve often wondered if women were stirred the same way as men are. I’m thinking on this wee bit are women also, but couldn’t know.

  • @somersetuk525
    @somersetuk525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Paddy your more than special, god's gift to Ireland.....rip.

    • @franko3792
      @franko3792 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      he is still with us lives in florida

    • @eamonmacdonnell2627
      @eamonmacdonnell2627 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Paddy Reilly is now 80 yrs old and is alive and well.

  • @GSeward
    @GSeward 12 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    It's a shame one can only give one "thumbs up" for this rendition of Carrickfergus.

  • @richardmavin8255
    @richardmavin8255 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such emotions, it must be a cracking place 🤔yes it's definitely on my must go to list

  • @dirtygeeceeate
    @dirtygeeceeate 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    RIP Seanathair ❤ 7 years today old boy

  • @ronvdlaar6112
    @ronvdlaar6112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a stunning rendition! Love it!

  • @eamonmacdonnell2627
    @eamonmacdonnell2627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    This is the difinitive version of Carrickfergus,
    Paddy one of the finest ballad/ folk singers Ireland ever produced
    So many singers have covered this excellent song but most don't put feeling in to the lyrics and also over do the song and sing it like a piece of opera..

    • @beyondnatural9155
      @beyondnatural9155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      “ This is the difinitive version of Carrickfergus, ” ABSOLUTELY.

    • @d.neilmckay7709
      @d.neilmckay7709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is that a shot at the Irish Tenors?

    • @jeffreysytsma6541
      @jeffreysytsma6541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jim McCaan?

  • @trevormadden4301
    @trevormadden4301 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The sound of my lovely old Ireland

  • @musiclover1469
    @musiclover1469 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a voice tears falling RIP and thank you

  • @Glasgow1966
    @Glasgow1966 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lovely song memories of all who are gone ❤❤

  • @mmchenry
    @mmchenry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mellifluous brilliance with just a wee strummer and a powerful voice

  • @spiced32
    @spiced32 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Fantastic song, I simply love Paddy's voice more than any other (gr8 to see im not the only 1 here too) Spancill Hill etc etc fantastic too, I tip my hat to you good sir

  • @PatrickDexterCello
    @PatrickDexterCello 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful

  • @johndublin776
    @johndublin776 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ireland's greatest ever folk singer.

  • @stringsman12345
    @stringsman12345 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I met this vocal giant back in the nineteties when we played many festivals over here in Holland. Happy times. I feel blessed having been able to meet and play with my inspiriations that got this dutchy into Irish trad. Many, many heroes. Nowadays I'll be in Kilfy.....playing the backbenches and loving the music and my friends. Good on ya Paddy, Ronnie, Davey, and many - many more. you made me the musician I am today.

  • @bmorris78
    @bmorris78 9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    stunningly straight to the quick & core. brilliant….

  • @maryoshea8944
    @maryoshea8944 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wonderful. Listen to Paddy Reilly often! Great Talent!

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing today?😊

  • @Sharps.50
    @Sharps.50 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful Song .

  • @jestalhut
    @jestalhut 12 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I agree. I can't think of anyone today who sings like this.

  • @paulinebradleysoundinspira6981
    @paulinebradleysoundinspira6981 11 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Beautiful song, beautifully sung, thankyou, Pauline

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing?

  • @kennybrown5607
    @kennybrown5607 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Every great song tells a story,,,,,,

  • @TONYIRISHPROUD
    @TONYIRISHPROUD 12 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    IN MEMORY OF BIG TONY GOD BLESS DAD !!!

  • @boldhylandpaddy5288
    @boldhylandpaddy5288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Highland Paddy is a proud lrish man when he listen to this song 👍🍀🍀🍀

  • @annmayo7276
    @annmayo7276 10 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    beautifully ethereal and sung with passion
    Thank you!

  • @DubstepAndCo
    @DubstepAndCo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Best singer ever

  • @bootsmufc6646
    @bootsmufc6646 10 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Just speechless

  • @susangallagher6511
    @susangallagher6511 10 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    what a wonderful rendition

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing today?😊

  • @dmswan3172
    @dmswan3172 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So beautiful and touching!💚🍀💚

  • @martinkeenan9237
    @martinkeenan9237 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Heavenly song despite the undeniable fact that nobody ever wished they were in Carrickfergus. Incredible

  • @bongo7571
    @bongo7571 9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    brilliant voice and beautiful song

  • @spooks3175
    @spooks3175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    my great uncle passed away late december and this was his favourite song especially when my granda sang it because he sounded like him

    • @davidbosquette4798
      @davidbosquette4798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Condolences and what a beautiful choice. R.I.P

  • @tmag5309
    @tmag5309 11 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Perfect, true beauty.

  • @allanashton5187
    @allanashton5187 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This song just gives me goosebumps.

  • @boogieelaine
    @boogieelaine 10 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    beautifull song always makes me cry

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing today?😊

  • @martimschwarz5149
    @martimschwarz5149 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Eine der besten Aufnahmen diese Liedes

    • @cedricbeyerh
      @cedricbeyerh 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      He, da hast du recht, diese Version mit Paddy Reilly ist die Beste . Ich habe mit ihm noch eine Version, die finde ich noch besser, ist aber leider nicht mehr für Deutschland verfügbar, da ist noch ein wunderschönes Video dabei.

  • @SuperBobbyboy1
    @SuperBobbyboy1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My father used to sing us to sleep to this beautiful song.

  • @SpookyElectric319
    @SpookyElectric319 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fecking bloody grand.

  • @csm5040
    @csm5040 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This are the country music roots

  • @hgreen7591
    @hgreen7591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rip my Gan Gan first man to break my heart little did I know you wouldn’t be the last hope you and Andrew are looking after eachother up there 💔

  • @susanodea1837
    @susanodea1837 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely love this song

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey how are you doing?😊

  • @maryoshea8944
    @maryoshea8944 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful!!

    • @honestj820
      @honestj820 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing?😊

  • @veryrancid3128
    @veryrancid3128 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i love Jim´s version too but you can´t compare these two. this is the way it is supposed to be done but jim is all heart at this song! love these both!

  •  9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Ah but I'm sick now my days are numbered
    Come all me young men and lay me down

  • @herbert5491
    @herbert5491 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a lovely tune. Never heard it before

  • @bikerbp
    @bikerbp 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    great song sung by one of the best

  • @GrissomLovesSara
    @GrissomLovesSara 13 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    oh My God his voice is so fantastic. I wish I knew how to download songs from youtube to my iPod! He's the best singer in the world

  • @britshroofing8097
    @britshroofing8097 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The best 👌👌👌☝️☝️☝️💯💯

  • @benguiry616
    @benguiry616 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simply wonderful, greetings from Youghal, county Cork.

  • @anelladambrosio2513
    @anelladambrosio2513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Questa canzone e bellissima!!la tua voce la rende ancora più bella!!!😇😇😅😅😍😍😘😘🤩🎸🎶💎💯💯💯

  • @karmapeach
    @karmapeach 12 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I agree and i miss them all,Liam Clancy,ronnie drew,luke kelly,and now Barney

  • @jamespowell617
    @jamespowell617 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gold!

  • @michaeldeburca9422
    @michaeldeburca9422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh. Memories Memories. Emotional.

  • @johnc485
    @johnc485 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's my Ireland !
    Thank You

    • @clarenceyork
      @clarenceyork 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ireland is unique in the world. Everyone loves Ireland. Everyone tries to claim some Irish ancestry no matter how far distant we are..

    • @johnc485
      @johnc485 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How unique of the " Irishman " in the film Braveheart who made the claim " It's my Ireland " Hope you agree.
      My folks hailed from Sligo.

  • @raymondem2
    @raymondem2 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    John Derbyshire, a columnist for National Review, cited this song as a tribute to the Irish for St. Patricks day. He is from England and immigrated to the US. He has a great deal of respect for free thinking culturalist people. John, unfortuneatly is dying of cancer. I cry every time I hear this song, and hope that my fellow facebook friends will appreciate his great work and contributions. go on-line to check his previous work. Thank you. Daniel Leavy