@@mgy401 All but a few of the Navy Band members are enlisted; they only have a handful of officers, and none of the performers are civilians. All the vocalists currently on the roster are Petty Officer 1st Class, Chief Petty Officer, or Senior Chief Petty Officer. The service bands recruit from the civilian sector as well as from currently serving members of the service. If you are recruited from the civilian sector you go through basic training the same as all other service recruits, but I believe there is an accelerated promotion schedule.
@@Toimu13 Went to pre-deployment training and they were running the bandsmen through at the same time. The mortuary affairs folks didn't do much fighting, either, but they were still soldiers.
I love every rendition of this song I've ever heard. But this one hits so different. Seeing sailors in their whites performing it so well and with such evident pleasure... 🥰
Although its origins it’s not fully known its believe to be based a wellers rock which is in the Otago harbour. Most likely written by Scottish expats.
"I love they are sound..." (DEEP SIGH) Yet another one who can't get "there," "they're," and "their"---which is the correct "their" needed here---straight.
This song had such a big hype and I heard sooo many versions of it, but this one is my absolute favourite. The lead singer is doing a fantastic job. He clearly feels the song a lot, and this little bit of vocal playfulness just makes it so authentic. You can also see and feel that everyone else involved is just really invested in doing a great job here. Very well done, sailors!
I've been a member of the renaissance festival community for 38 years. I've heard a lot of music, variations, and bands over the years. Even now, my husband plays in a traditional Irish Céilí band, with folk tunes, shanties, and other music from the British Isles thrown in. Your version of "the Wellerman" gave me goosebumps. I agree with another comment that said seeing and hearing actual Navy members in dress Whites (and great voices) made a huge difference in how they see the song. I know that your version is the one for me. Thank you for your hard work and your service.
This is amazing!!!! This band needs more recognition. It's pure talent, no auto-tune involved and they also put their lives on the line for their country. Even though I'm Australian, I commend you for your service. My cousin is in US Army and I am so proud of her service. My family has a lot of Army Vets (my grandfather included) and I have to say that y'all don't get enough recognition and support. Especially in India (all the army Vets in my family served in the Indian Army). We never recognise and acknowledge our brave soldiers! Wish there was more recognition and support for our military.. our cricket teams have more than enough.
this is like thee coolest job ever??? you get to be part of an institution like the Navy and wear the uniform but still get to express yourself and show your talent while looking incredible.
1:15 in some versions they say she took that ship in tow, the sailors were the ones following, i love either version and enjoyed this thoroughly, liked subscribed and commented
Thanks to God, Navy never lose faith to meet challenge and never fallen to darkness. Go to the ocean of stars and the stars of the ocean as hopeful journey.
It's good to hear this sung by real sailors.
Are *any* of those “sailors” enlisted?
@@mgy401 All but a few of the Navy Band members are enlisted; they only have a handful of officers, and none of the performers are civilians. All the vocalists currently on the roster are Petty Officer 1st Class, Chief Petty Officer, or Senior Chief Petty Officer. The service bands recruit from the civilian sector as well as from currently serving members of the service. If you are recruited from the civilian sector you go through basic training the same as all other service recruits, but I believe there is an accelerated promotion schedule.
@@MichaelOnines Thanks for that!
I was in the Army, saw an Army band play once (in a DFac in Iraq). Never saw or heard of them training or fighting.
@@Toimu13 Went to pre-deployment training and they were running the bandsmen through at the same time. The mortuary affairs folks didn't do much fighting, either, but they were still soldiers.
I love every rendition of this song I've ever heard. But this one hits so different. Seeing sailors in their whites performing it so well and with such evident pleasure... 🥰
Except the song is British and tells of the life of merchant sailors, not navy ones. To me this is a bit of a joke and the American accents are weird.
@@williamrees6662agreed, they jump on every bandwagon they can 😂😂😂😂
@@williamrees6662 and these are not even sailors! they're a choir
Oh get a grip
@@williamrees6662 It's not British. It comes from New Zealand.
My face while listening to this was like the guy in the orchestra at 0:36 : 😃
Great performance!
Howd u catch that hahah
Fr XDXD
I was already looking for this comment. I've noticed as well
I totally noticed this as well!
Outstanding vocal of the shanty. Nice to see traditional songs recorded and performed so well! Great job!
My favorite version is from Nathan Evans and Santiano!
A catchy 18th century whaling folk song from New Zealand. Great version!!
Goes back to British-born Weller brothers Edward, George and Joseph, an later a whaling ship called the "Billy o' Tea"....
Yeah. I believe it's Scottish
1900s and it's not a sea shanty
Although its origins it’s not fully known its believe to be based a wellers rock which is in the Otago harbour. Most likely written by Scottish expats.
The Wellers were suppliers to whalers around Otago of NZ in the 1800's, that is what this song is about
They had a lot of fun doing this clearly. I generally love seeing service members enjoying their jobs
I love they're sound as a group what perfect harmony
"I love they are sound..." (DEEP SIGH) Yet another one who can't get "there," "they're," and "their"---which is the correct "their" needed here---straight.
This song had such a big hype and I heard sooo many versions of it, but this one is my absolute favourite. The lead singer is doing a fantastic job. He clearly feels the song a lot, and this little bit of vocal playfulness just makes it so authentic. You can also see and feel that everyone else involved is just really invested in doing a great job here. Very well done, sailors!
The Leader Singer gave me goose hairs. I'm ready.... to win !
This is the best rendition I have heard.
Not the best ive heard, seems weird hearing it sung by Americans 🤔
@@carolesmith2619 In your opinion which version is the best
Not even close
I've been a member of the renaissance festival community for 38 years. I've heard a lot of music, variations, and bands over the years. Even now, my husband plays in a traditional Irish Céilí band, with folk tunes, shanties, and other music from the British Isles thrown in. Your version of "the Wellerman" gave me goosebumps. I agree with another comment that said seeing and hearing actual Navy members in dress Whites (and great voices) made a huge difference in how they see the song. I know that your version is the one for me. Thank you for your hard work and your service.
i would love to see them in period attire, aboard the constitution and sing this
This is amazing!!!! This band needs more recognition. It's pure talent, no auto-tune involved and they also put their lives on the line for their country. Even though I'm Australian, I commend you for your service. My cousin is in US Army and I am so proud of her service. My family has a lot of Army Vets (my grandfather included) and I have to say that y'all don't get enough recognition and support. Especially in India (all the army Vets in my family served in the Indian Army). We never recognise and acknowledge our brave soldiers! Wish there was more recognition and support for our military.. our cricket teams have more than enough.
I enjoyed your rendition very much.
Respect, powerful performance.
Navy Higher-ups: Please sing this catchy shanty
Lead Singer: I don’t sing, I ✨preform✨🕺🏻
Wow, what a performance. These people made a wonderful sounding version of this cool song.
Have you already watched the symphonic version?
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amazing, from your friends across the pond. God bless America.
Excellent job! Way to stress the story elements in the lead vocal. Really the best version of this song I’ve heard.
Fabulous singing . Amazing how accents vanish when people sing. Love from Cornwall UK 😍
Navy Air:
"Billy-o-tea, we have you sighted and have targeted the enemy on your port side."
very beautiful performance from US Navy Band.🤗🥰😍❤🤍💙🇺🇲💪🏻👍🎊🎉🔥🙏✝️
god bless a tutui persona e categorias a paz da missionaria flor oremos oro per voi vabene benecione glorias aleluias
Wonderful - as usual. These sea chanties are fantastic.
What a fabulous solemly sympony performance 👍👍👍
The best version i heard
Thanx!
LOVE Alaska and the USA!!!
It's so cool!
I like the way you arranged the song, it's like you're “singing through it”.
Bro HOW did I not see this yet! That was awesome!
this is like thee coolest job ever??? you get to be part of an institution like the Navy and wear the uniform but still get to express yourself and show your talent while looking incredible.
They sound amazing!!
Their so dramatic, and I love it!
Beautiful!!!
Thank you each for your service.
🤦🤦🤦🤦
Oh I loved this, well done 👏 ❤❤❤
Oh how I miss sailors, aye! 💚🇺🇲 Wonderful job! 💚
Great job. I love this song.
Wow!!!! Totally cool!
1:15 in some versions they say she took that ship in tow, the sailors were the ones following, i love either version and enjoyed this thoroughly, liked subscribed and commented
Awesome!!!!! ove this video. You are all wonderful
Thank you for your work, service and sacrifice❤❤❤
Great job!
This is what I imagine a moment of down time looks like out there in the blue.
Beautiful!
Excellent 💯
Excellent!!!
EXCELLENT!!
Very very impressive 👏
Absolutely awesome. Thanks for sharing this
Absolutely beautiful!
Thanks to God, Navy never lose faith to meet challenge and never fallen to darkness. Go to the ocean of stars and the stars of the ocean as hopeful journey.
Well done!
one of the best
How do we have rock bands and jazz quartets but not a official Navy Sea Shanty .... CNO be the change you ask of us!
Love this ❤
this.... is really damn good. bravo squids
Thank you for your service
This video is proof that more people doesn't mean more better.
Gotta love a good sea shanty
Perfect 👍👍
Very good....
...thank you sooo much...love...
That was awesome! 👍👏🫶
I'd live to hear y'all do "The Last Shanty".
Very nicely done
Outstanding job!
Wonderfull! Greetings from Saxony, Germany. (:
So cool to see this is my feed! I did musicals with the woman on the right when I was young! :)
Echt stark. Die Weller Bros. wären stolz.
U.S. Navy Band!!
Fantastic!
Well done, sailors.
How could a Navy choir not weigh in along with the rest of the world! 😁
Excellent job. 🎉
When the theatre kids job the Navy. 💚 Love it.
🤘
Something you didn't know you needed to hear
🎉Thank you❤Amazing😊
Love the US Navy band 👏👏👏😘
GO NAVY! Aaah!!!!!
Amazing🤩
It sounds like a sweet dream!🌹🌹🌹
Damn straight this is how it’s done in America! Shit. These sailors, especially the men, have some absolute PIPES with this rendition of the song.
When theatre kids need health coverage....
Yall should do the Last Shanty.
that sounds excellent by the way
Bravo!
Now lets go Wellermann with the US Navy
I will wait for the rum --GREAT thx rollf
Thish song motivated to join American navy
Perfection.
GO NAVY ⚓
❤ 🇺🇸 💙
fantastic
Do MUs get to wear summer whites before putting on E-7? I could swear there were some first class crows up there…
They do not. Most performing members are Chiefs.
Save this, you will cry for it in the 41st millennium
Demais, essa Banda musical!
Sissy
Eppppiiiiiiiiiiiiccccccccccccccccccccc❤❤
Better than the singing is the performance, realy felt real
Bravo Zulu shipmates! Go Navy Beat Army!
Really?, all of them are Gold chevron Petty Officers?, when did enlisted ranks get to wear gold belt buckles with dress whites? SM2 Lopez 1974-78
@@eddielopez4706 The look like they are all CPO's. The lead singer looked like a MCPO
SENSACIONAL 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤
Oh wow!
I love navy songs!❤❤
It's not a navy song.
Cool. Now play "Pirate of The Caribbean" (Metal covered)