As a Submariner for the US Navy, Songs like these hit home pretty hard. It's hard going under the waves during the holiday. For others in the "Silent Service" keep strong and may the waves bring you home.
KathyW2200 My class uses it for warming up for both softshoe and hardshoe (dunno if that's what light and heavy mean, b/c I do noncompetitive), and everyone loves it. I was actually the first one to ask in my class, lol
supercookie20 Cool! Yes, light and heavy is soft shoe and hard shoe, respectively. My school is non-competitive-good to hear of others out there. Non-competitive Irish is very rare and much looked-down-upon where I live.
All day we fought the tides between the North Head and the South All day we hauled the frozen sheets, to 'scape the storm's wet mouth All day as cold as charity, in bitter pain and dread For very life and nature we tacked from head to head We gave the South a wider berth, for there the tide-race roared But every tack we made we brought the North Head close aboard We saw the cliffs and houses, and the breakers running high, And the coastguard in his garden, his glass against his eye The frost was on the village roofs as white as ocean foam The good red fires were burning bright in every 'longshore home The windows sparkled clear, and the chimneys volleyed out And I vow we sniffed the victuals as the vessel went about The bells upon the church were rung with a mighty jovial cheer For it's just that I should tell you how (of all days in the year) This day of our adversity was blessed Christmas morn, And the house above the coastguard's was the house where I was born And well I knew the talk they had, the talk that was of me Of the shadow on the household and the son that went to sea And O the wicked fool I seemed, in every kind of way To be here and hauling frozen ropes on blessed Christmas Day
Yet another great atmospheric video with brilliant harmonies as always. Well done all of you, and that includes Abbie for her excellent video skills. :)
I just found you guys about 3-4 months ago and I've been addicted to shanties since then. I'm considering even performing this song at the next show at my school
This is amazing, i love the fire ambiance in the background and the slight groundedness of the precussion, favorite christmas song ever. (Ps, harmonies amazing as always!) Good sailin to ya lads
@@theconqueeftador69 I've been a a fan if Geoff for years! Voiceplay and his recent solo work, alongside Pentatonix and Home Free are up there with some of my favourite a capella groups! - (although not fully a capella, clamavi di profundis are also up there for vocals.)
I can't stop listening to this. The way the songs talk about the father's silver hair, and how the sailor's folks are growing old... It struck me like lightning. Words cannot discrobe just how good you guys are! Thank you so much for that!
Your bass singer is so goddamned talented, and of all your songs, I think this one showcases that the best. Such great ping/clarity of sound and carrying strength while being down that low isn't a small feat. You all are incredible singers, but as someone who also lives in the bass-ment of all my vocal ensembles, I gotta show some mad respect to this performance.
Oh wth I found the old version just a few weeks ago and loved it to bits. Thought "huh wish there were more like this". Didn't think I'd get a updated version lol now I have a new one to play on repeat lmao
Couldn't express how glad I am to have found you guys. You brought a new taste to my listening and I've been singing along to all of your songs. Sea of Thieves introduced me to shanties and this type of music but I wasn't hooked until I listened to you guys. Cheers!
I ran into this while looking for stories to write a maritime Christmas song around. A really wonderful job! I found it really moving, and I passed it along to some NW US/SW Canada maritime singers.
Dear gods old and new I hope all you guys get the fame you deserve before you grow too old. I can't state how much myself and I'm sure many others love your work. I listen mostly on Spotify to ALL of your shanties and I can say honestly that none are bad. Some better than others sure, but no one song is bad. Your music is appreciated Longest Johns, don't think otherwise and I hope you all are well. Keen for a new album ;)
Absolute favourite by you guys! Best way to start the New Year! I hope your 2020 is as fruitful and successful as your 2019! Keep on keeping on Longest Johns
My grandpa who's a Coast Guard veteran got a kick out of that line about the Coast Guard with a glass against his eye he thought it was saying the Coast Guard were alcoholics
I just recently started to listen to your shanty singing and I love it!! I even try to sing along but I struggle a bit because I dont know all the words of the songs. But still I love your songs🤩🤩
Fantastic! This has been one of my favorite songs that you've done for quite a while, and it was lovely to see it done this way. The fire crackling in the background gives it a whole different feel.
@@thelongestjohns wow I've never gotten a response from a channel with this many people before You songs are really great and reminded me of black flags sea shantes and I couldnt help but keep finding more of halls songs
@@thegoldenatlas753 That's wonderful to hear, and it honestly does mean a lot that you're here and listening to our stuff! Keep finding and singing songs!
Why is pirating so addictive?
They say once ye lose yer first hand, ye get hooked!
Oh my god....
Heyoooooo. You'll fit in well around here ;)
@@thelongestjohns Aye aye captain! (thanks for the heart, appreciate it!)
Just don't forget when it comes to wiping😜
thanks for this, I laughed so hard
I listened to this one just an hour ago. Is this a New Year miracle?
Robert Louis Stevenson would be proud of your work, good job!
There is no escape! And thank you for the kind words :)
gotta do it on Christmas day, I'm here for the same reason!
As a Submariner for the US Navy, Songs like these hit home pretty hard. It's hard going under the waves during the holiday. For others in the "Silent Service" keep strong and may the waves bring you home.
Many blessings mate!
Merry Christmas from a fellow Submariner!
Respect to all of you who go under the ocean waves
Were they trying to make to port or out
@@mikemcghin5394 out to sea i reckon
The last chord alone gives me chills.
Hooray, thank you kindly! Happy New Year!
Nice pun
This is definitely one of my underrated favorites of yours! Nice to see it in a video!
Glad to be able to put some new light to it for you :)
🎶This Irish dance teacher's students will be dancing to this in the new year! 🎶
Apologies in advance ;) Really glad you liked it, and Happy New Year to you
As an irish dance student having just returned from class, this is disturbingly accurate lmao
@@br3dcrumbs LOL! We've used it now for both light and heavy reels, and everyone loves it. Lots of requests for the name of the song and the artists.
KathyW2200 My class uses it for warming up for both softshoe and hardshoe (dunno if that's what light and heavy mean, b/c I do noncompetitive), and everyone loves it. I was actually the first one to ask in my class, lol
supercookie20 Cool! Yes, light and heavy is soft shoe and hard shoe, respectively. My school is non-competitive-good to hear of others out there. Non-competitive Irish is very rare and much looked-down-upon where I live.
This is my favorite of your songs!!!!
Thanks Gobi, hope you enjoy the new version
@@thelongestjohns man I've looked through yer channel and y'all are so damn awesome
When do you fellas spoil us and sing a shanty while out on sea aboard an actual sail-ship?
It's most definitely on the to do list :)
The last thing they need is a ship and a sea and then they’ll be complete
All day we fought the tides between the North Head and the South
All day we hauled the frozen sheets, to 'scape the storm's wet mouth
All day as cold as charity, in bitter pain and dread
For very life and nature we tacked from head to head
We gave the South a wider berth, for there the tide-race roared
But every tack we made we brought the North Head close aboard
We saw the cliffs and houses, and the breakers running high,
And the coastguard in his garden, his glass against his eye
The frost was on the village roofs as white as ocean foam
The good red fires were burning bright in every 'longshore home
The windows sparkled clear, and the chimneys volleyed out
And I vow we sniffed the victuals as the vessel went about
The bells upon the church were rung with a mighty jovial cheer
For it's just that I should tell you how (of all days in the year)
This day of our adversity was blessed Christmas morn,
And the house above the coastguard's was the house where I was born
And well I knew the talk they had, the talk that was of me
Of the shadow on the household and the son that went to sea
And O the wicked fool I seemed, in every kind of way
To be here and hauling frozen ropes on blessed Christmas Day
Yet another great atmospheric video with brilliant harmonies as always. Well done all of you, and that includes Abbie for her excellent video skills. :)
Thank you! I'll pass on the love as well. Happy New Year!
Everytime I hit the gym your songs are the first on the playlist. Love your work!
Reckon we should make an aerobics album or video?
I listen to yall on the rowing machine
I just found you guys about 3-4 months ago and I've been addicted to shanties since then. I'm considering even performing this song at the next show at my school
i just got sea of theives yesterday
my pirate life truly begins
Isabella the Cute Bunny sweet I just downloaded it today and I’m excited to be a pirate
This is amazing, i love the fire ambiance in the background and the slight groundedness of the precussion, favorite christmas song ever. (Ps, harmonies amazing as always!) Good sailin to ya lads
Huzzahs all round! Thanks a lot mate, felt it was the right time to get a video out for it
I echo this, it's great
JD that bass was wonderful
That low note at 1:21 / 1:23 is god'dang impressive
It almost sounds like a subharmonic
You'd love geoff castellucci's work then
@@theconqueeftador69 I've been a a fan if Geoff for years! Voiceplay and his recent solo work, alongside Pentatonix and Home Free are up there with some of my favourite a capella groups! - (although not fully a capella, clamavi di profundis are also up there for vocals.)
What are the odds of us hearing what happens when folk singers toss a coin to their witcher?
I can't stop listening to this. The way the songs talk about the father's silver hair, and how the sailor's folks are growing old... It struck me like lightning. Words cannot discrobe just how good you guys are! Thank you so much for that!
I wish I had people I could sit around with by a campfire and sing sea shanties
Man, I wished I listened to this song on Christmas. This is such a good song.
Sorry it's a little late, fortunately it'll be round again later this year now :)
@@thelongestjohns I listened to this ALL christmas,
1 month and you get another chance.
Let's do it together this year fella!
@@thedvcor let's check this box.
I listen to this song on Spotify and I love ❤️ it!
Thanks a lot mate! We thought it was about time for a proper video for it
Your bass singer is so goddamned talented, and of all your songs, I think this one showcases that the best. Such great ping/clarity of sound and carrying strength while being down that low isn't a small feat. You all are incredible singers, but as someone who also lives in the bass-ment of all my vocal ensembles, I gotta show some mad respect to this performance.
As a bass singer I can't help but to use JD's notes to grow my range, he is truly impressive
Oh wth I found the old version just a few weeks ago and loved it to bits. Thought "huh wish there were more like this". Didn't think I'd get a updated version lol now I have a new one to play on repeat lmao
Ha, amazing! Glad to be able to make it for you
Thanks for blessing us with this beautiful song and video on the first day of 2020 and happy new year to you, guys! 🎉
Our absolute pleasure! Thanks for watching it and leaving us such a lovely comment. Happy New Year!!
This was broadcast on Radio 3 this morning, the first time I'd heard you but now I'm well and truly hooked.
I know I’ve said it before, but y’all’s singing voices are genuinely amazing. Well done.
Many thanks for the kind words, and a happy new year to you!
On my spotify end of year thing you guys were listed as my favorite artist of the decade.. I guess you can say I like your music :)
With Christmas coming up, I am reminded of this song once more. Such an amazing song, cheers to you lads, and a merry Christmas to you all 🍻
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Really though, I already been listening to this song on SoundCloud, but it's better here!
Couldn't express how glad I am to have found you guys. You brought a new taste to my listening and I've been singing along to all of your songs. Sea of Thieves introduced me to shanties and this type of music but I wasn't hooked until I listened to you guys. Cheers!
This is gonna quell the stormy seas of my dreams tonight.
Hope y'all are keeping warm.
I ran into this while looking for stories to write a maritime Christmas song around. A really wonderful job! I found it really moving, and I passed it along to some NW US/SW Canada maritime singers.
This is one of my favorite songs of yours. Such a good song and video. Well done lads!!!!
Thanks Sam! You're a hero
Dear gods old and new I hope all you guys get the fame you deserve before you grow too old. I can't state how much myself and I'm sure many others love your work. I listen mostly on Spotify to ALL of your shanties and I can say honestly that none are bad. Some better than others sure, but no one song is bad. Your music is appreciated Longest Johns, don't think otherwise and I hope you all are well. Keen for a new album ;)
One of my top songs, thank you guys!! This is lovely!!
Thanks for the lovely comment! Glad you like the new version too
Phenomenal song, haven't listened to it before but it is definitely one of my favorites now.
That's wonderful to hear, thank you! Happy New Year to you too
Hahaha I was just listening to this one! I am loving these live songs! Keep up the great work and happy New Years lads!
Thanks Mr Wizard! Keep up the magic
This is the only Christmas song, I can enjoy, two days after news years.
Close enough right? ;)
So happy I suggested this in the Discord chat. Absolutely smashing work, lads, as always.
Thanks mate, Happy New Year
@@thelongestjohns happy new year! :)
I thought this song had more views, this is so good.
Absolute favourite by you guys! Best way to start the New Year! I hope your 2020 is as fruitful and successful as your 2019! Keep on keeping on Longest Johns
Thanks for the kind words Professor! Thanks for sticking with us, and a happy new year to you
wow. you guys actually did it! and here i was thinking this is never going to happen :D
Sneak attack critical!! Happy New Year mate
@@thelongestjohns Happy new year to you all too!
Pirate love to sing !!! This is the new age pirate !!!
You lads never cease to amaze me! Please keep the shanties roll and go.
You are so great! I realy love watching your videos
:o
It happened!
Surprise! Happy New Year!
I live for when you guys sing this it's definitely one of my favourites of yours! Keep up the good work lads!
Thanks mate, glad to be able to do it for you. Thanks for sticking with us
I love this! Keep it up dudes!
Shanties to the Ocean!!
Cheers!
Happy New Year to you
My grandpa who's a Coast Guard veteran got a kick out of that line about the Coast Guard with a glass against his eye he thought it was saying the Coast Guard were alcoholics
Only 4 dislikes the community is doing something right
Time to add this to the music list.
Thanks Ikit! Thanks for supporting us
Ah Me Hearties! Stunning stuff as always. All the very best for the New Year x
Thanks Claire! Happy New Year to you too
This is one of my favorite songs of your guys’ right next to rufford park poachers and off to sea. I love your take on folk songs and shanties.
Screw it I don't care it's not Christmas I'm listening to this in the middle of summer.
Honestly yeah this song can hype me up anytime of the year
I know they take a while but it would have been cool to have a caroling shanty community project
Easily my favourite!!! Thank you for this awesome adaptation!
Wonderful video. This is probably my favorite Christmas song.
Thanks Nish, glad you enjoy it so much!
AAAAAAA YES!!! I LOVE THIS SONG! WOOHOO!
Yay, thanks Josh! Happy New Year to you
@@thelongestjohns Heppy new year too!
Great song guy keep making content like this, and much love to you all
I would love to see a video of you guys busking
It feels like last week when I woke up everyone in the house with this tune on Christmas day.
Cool if you were a singing gaming channel
I just recently started to listen to your shanty singing and I love it!! I even try to sing along but I struggle a bit because I dont know all the words of the songs. But still I love your songs🤩🤩
Merry christmas from under the sea!
And a happy new year to you! How's Patrick these days?
@@thelongestjohns he hasn't replied yet
@@spongebobsquarepants8403 Send him our best as well
POV : You are here because it’s christmas
Welp. Time to put guitar chords to this. Ill toss a cover link up maybe if i manage it.
I have been waiting for this one since your last live ! Awesome, as always ❤️
Woooo! Thanks for coming back for more :)
Since I've started listening to your stuff, this poem rendered to a song has been my favorite by far. I got chills!
Hi
Haldo!
And now my nightshift is a lot more bearable, thanks guys! As always, fantastic job!
Hope the shift went well. Glad you liked it :)
JD, your bass gave me chills! Wonderful, als always, Johns!
Well I'm already loving 2020 with this song. Good to ya lads
Huzzah! Happy new year to you Chaze
My favorite Christmas song. I’m glad you did a video on this.
That's great to hear! Happy to be able to give it some new life
This was my favourite! It's great that you remade it, sounds a good bit better!
Yay, glad to be able to give you something new with it
To be honest I prefered the stronger beat and bass of your previous one.
But the singing is on point, as always !
Difference between Album recordings and live I'm afraid. Enjoy both at your leisure
Plot twist: they are actual pirates that were time travelled here
Surprise!!
Fantastic! This has been one of my favorite songs that you've done for quite a while, and it was lovely to see it done this way. The fire crackling in the background gives it a whole different feel.
Happy new year to you lot and I wish you loads of success! You deserve it!
And a very happy new year to you too! Thanks for helping support us
Another lovely video! I love the fire ambiance and expressiveness
YISSSSS
Gooooood, Goooood
wonderful start to the new year!!! love the harmonies
Thanks Nikki! Happy New Year
so great, and i love the video so much!
Thanks a lot buddy, glad you liked it!
I’ve spent three christmases at sea. This nails it.
I like dis
I like that you like this!
@@thelongestjohns wow I've never gotten a response from a channel with this many people before
You songs are really great and reminded me of black flags sea shantes and I couldnt help but keep finding more of halls songs
@@thegoldenatlas753 That's wonderful to hear, and it honestly does mean a lot that you're here and listening to our stuff! Keep finding and singing songs!
@@thelongestjohns will do
absolutely amazing! here's to an amazing new year and new decade!
good lads
Listen to the words, I remeber it well
Man all your stuff is great. Some of the best music I've heard on TH-cam
If you're still looking for more wintery songs this year, how about Frobisher Bay?
It sure is a classic. Happy New Year to you
Wonderful just Wonderful
Best thing about 2020 still
Well done lads! Thank you for that!
excellent
Thanks Jay! Happy New Year
This is awesome
Love this and all of your songs, keep up the good work!
like heaven to my ears! shanty on brothers!
Thanks Silverwolf! Happy New Year to you
god bless
You too! Happy New Year
What a start! What better way could there be to begin a new decade? Happy 2020 lads!🍻
Happy New Year to you too! Really glad you enjoyed the video :)
Why is penatonix so overrated?? Longest Johns are better.
^^^ agreed
both are good, one is more famous because of genre.
I know