My grandmother sang this song almosy everyday to my grandfather. And he would join in on his harmonica and little me dancing and tapping my feet😂. I enjoyed my Sunday evenings as a child growing up in Jamaica. Sunday Evenings were spent listening to oldies and relaxing with my grandparents. I miss them so much, may they continue to rip.
2024....listening to this and it's the first time I'm hearing this beautiful song...... Is this really our beautiful Sparrow bird??? What a fine song!! ❤❤❤👌🏽🌹
The one and only Mighty Sparrow, King of Calypso, often imitated but never, never could be replicated. This title belongs to him, no one can take it from him. God bless the King.
@@candicesimionescu9910 I stand corrected I got it wrong. It did stand for 27 weeks ( 6 months n 3 weeks) on Dutch charts but not at number one it peaked at #2 and in 1978 it finished as the #3 three song for the year. Still a great achievement for a man from the little island
I have been obsessed with this song since a kid. Heard it on Wyclefs “carnival” album on an interlude and it was burned into my brain… I’m just now finding this, the full length real version of the song. What a tune
You could hear the true beauty of Sparrow's voice in this song. The man was a true singer, performer and god-blessed talent. Mighty Sparrow indeed! Many thanks to you, Juan, for uploading this video 💜💚💛.
Wow, I just stumbled upon this old classic today! Bravo, thanks for posting! This one takes me back to the basement reggae parties in Brooklyn NY back in the 70's!
This awesome love ballad, tabanca song sold over One million copies back then. Mirrors the versatility and genius of the inimitable Birdie! We are blessed to still have you with us at 87 years.
you see what i mean the mighty sparrow had a voice that could sing any tune that he wanted to sing,from calypso,easy listing,rock and roll,blues you name it he could,and his range was not compare to none.there will never be a calypso singer like him.
It was THE song my sister loved when she had a sad time in her lovelive . But her heart was already broken when she died . she also loved Elvis Presley . He had a special place in her heart forever , She could not stop crying when he died , but a year later( sorry not earlyer) she died to ...I hope the can meet in Heaven to talk about friendship and love for everyone . May God bless you all .
I'm very sure alot of guys can relate to this song because it really is a terrible crushing feeling when you are head over heels over a woman you were talking to whom you would have loved to make your significant other but however she winds up choosing the another dude you. Moral of the story is to try not to get yourself in a situation where you like her much more than she likes you if you can help it.
Slinger Francisco (The Mighty Sparrow) born in Grenada, moved to Trinidad and Tobago, preformed all over the world, Colonel Powell admirer him. Known as the "Birdie" for his soulful voice, great renditions musically, Sparrow won many awards, to date Sparrow is spoken of as legend, living in Trinidad.
Marla Cherriandy No other is coming for that position, not even close. Mantano can sing like 10,000 angels on chariots, he won't be having Birdie's title
Recuerdo esta melodia desde mis años de escuela, y reconozco que me emocioné de volver a escucharla después de tantos años, ahora que soy un adulto me entero cual es su nombre, inolvidable!!! Gracias por compartirla !!!
Yes! The summer of 1997 I would hear this come in before the kalimba sample from New World Symphony by Earth Wind and Fire would drop in. Wyclef Jean made sure that our generation heard this.
My dad alway use to play this song when I was a little girl and I really liked it my dad is also from Grenada ,this is such a classic I really love Sparrow has such a beautiful voice.
A superb track from The Mighty Sparrow.I bought one of his CD's when I was in the Caribbean,and he's even better WITH Byron Lee & The Dragonaires....I never stop playing it,thank you,Murray in Scotland.
The very first solo album of Wyclef Jean (The Fugees) brought me here. And the original songwriter(s) is/are not credited on the Wyclef's Spotify. I didn't know the song back in the days, but this keyboard sound remains me old love songs from French West Indies that my parents listened. A bit cheezy now, but full of nostalgia.
I miss our island in the sun.....on the Philippines. Greetz from Holland and The Philippines.....Peter, Marites and Gerritje. 11-06-2017. Netherlands...peace for all on our earth !
Others have recorded this song as well, but nobody sings it like 'Mighty Sparrow' does ...... 'Absolutely love it and I want to hear it over and over again !
Yes I remember this song when I was 14 years old. Later when I was 19 years old I had a good buddy who was in love with a wild woman and when ever she gave him the horn we used to frequent Louise Corke's bar (that was in Georgetown St.Vincent and the Grenadines) and he would play this song on the jukebox all night till we both got drunk. Sadly mt friend passed away last year and I believe the woman is also deceased. Sparrow also recorded several tunes that are not calypso. He is a very versatile singer.
Is Caribbean music , mi Honduras querida ! Ahora en 2021 . En plena pandemia del Coronavirus estoy escuchando esta bellísima canción muy buena para bailar. Dios les bendiga!
Mr. Julien, a Londoner and gentleman originally from Domenica who likes sitting by Cutty Sark on a sunny day just like me told me about Mighty Sparrow yesterday. Right a day after Mighty Sparrow's 89 birthday. He said it's kind of music I will surely appreciate. And the fun he has in his songs with lyrics that make people laugh and also the truth in his protest songs. So true I am amazed ..from Capitalism through dictators and more. Never too late for a quality music especially one that has been here through several generations. Such a beautiful connection of life stories across generations through music.
Why do I keep fooling myself When I know you love someone else Only a fool breaks his own heart I pretend that I don't see When you walk with him down the street Only a fool breaks his own heart I have to admit it Even though you hurt me so girl I can't forget it If I'm a man I'd let you go It's no use trying to hang on To a love already gone Only a fool breaks his own heart I have to admit it Even though you hurt me so girl I can't forget it If I'm a man I'd let you go It's no use trying to hang on To a love already gone Only a fool breaks his own heart Only a fool breaks his own heart Only a fool breaks his own heart
I put this on my IPOD a few days ago and had to search to see if there was ever a video! I LOVE THIS SONG - the vibe it brings...I am longing for those simpler days when you'd laugh at your parents waltzing to these songs.LOL
I live in The netherlands and as a kid my parants always played this beautyful song, im now 44 and i always thought it was a white guy that made this song lol
My grandmother sang this song almosy everyday to my grandfather. And he would join in on his harmonica and little me dancing and tapping my feet😂. I enjoyed my Sunday evenings as a child growing up in Jamaica. Sunday Evenings were spent listening to oldies and relaxing with my grandparents. I miss them so much, may they continue to rip.
Still listening in 2024, wonderful Sparrow , 88 years old , long life really blessed
You 're very blessed, I 'm 77, and I stil listerning too, June 2024
I like this songs really
Love this song
December 6, 2024: still listening to this beautiful song (and great rendition).
The good ole days we never knew we'd appreciate so much today. 🇹🇹
My father loved this song, I grow up loving it too. Memories.
R.I.P Dad! Miss you Everyday!
2024....listening to this and it's the first time I'm hearing this beautiful song...... Is this really our beautiful Sparrow bird???
What a fine song!! ❤❤❤👌🏽🌹
What a beautiful voice. It's almost as beautiful as his overalls
The one and only Mighty Sparrow, King of Calypso, often imitated but never, never could be replicated. This title belongs to him, no one can take it from him. God bless the King.
One of the most underrated performers of all time. I forgot Sparrow sung this. Takes me back to my short pants day's. #StMichealSchool
he want only make this clip for pay 10.000 dollar and after 10 days talking the give him his 10 grant
@@joy-wc1xg OK I didnt know that. Beautiful music
@@blackbolt1013 Yes great song he lives in Trinidad en his real name is Slinger Fransisco
So moving!
Meeeeee too !
The Mighty Sparrow alive and kicking - we send our love and respect in 2019!
What year this song came out?
Such a beautiful song!
@@johnjohnson79 _1966 Mighty Sparrow with Byron Lee & the Dragonaires (Trinidad & Tobago/Jamaica); listed as: “Only a Fool”
when this song came out it went to the top of the charts in holland at number 1 for six months..that is a great achievement ...
Absolutely not true. I'm Dutch and not one song topped the charts for six months.
@@candicesimionescu9910 I stand corrected I got it wrong. It did stand for 27 weeks ( 6 months n 3 weeks) on Dutch charts but not at number one it peaked at #2 and in 1978 it finished as the #3 three song for the year. Still a great achievement for a man from the little island
@@candicesimionescu9910 well.. it sure felt like six month
Because of the Surinamese people who live in the Netherlands... Suriname loves Mighty Sparrow, and specifically this song!
So random but that's what's up
This music brings back the beauty of the Caribbean to music. Fantastic!
I grew up listening to my grandfather playing this song and didn’t know the legend mighty sparrow sang it.
I have been obsessed with this song since a kid. Heard it on Wyclefs “carnival” album on an interlude and it was burned into my brain… I’m just now finding this, the full length real version of the song. What a tune
That’s how I got here too. Carnival is a classic and Wyclef has profound influences.
hell yea
Yes! I heard it the same place, and was lucky to track it down - been on my iPod ever since
Me too!
I will always remember dancing this beautiful song with my husband Rest In Peace my Love
Sorry for your loss. Look forward to seeing him again in the resurrection. Visit jw.org for more info
Sorry for your loss ❤️
🙏
Sorry. God rest his soul 🙏
Cherish the memories my dear God bless u.
This song freaked and freaks me out. Always leaves me in tears. Irresistible tear jerker. What a song, what a wailing organ. Who feels it, knows it.
Yeah! '' the wailing organ'' ❤😊
The effortless voice of this 'saltfish on top'' crooner
You could hear the true beauty of Sparrow's voice in this song. The man was a true singer, performer and god-blessed talent. Mighty Sparrow indeed! Many thanks to you, Juan, for uploading this video 💜💚💛.
This song really shows the versatility of his voice, true❤
Is*
Wow, I just stumbled upon this old classic today! Bravo, thanks for posting! This one takes me back to the basement reggae parties in Brooklyn NY back in the 70's!
This awesome love ballad, tabanca song sold over One million copies back then. Mirrors the versatility and genius of the inimitable Birdie!
We are blessed to still have you with us at 87 years.
J love you Mathis....Cette chanson beaucoup beaucoup de musique
La escuchaba en.Radio Belice durante mis vacaciones de 1972 en el bello.puerto de La Ceiba, Honduras. Q bello recuerdo de mi adolescencia.
The Mighty Sparrow. Never heard this song before. So lovely❤
The Legend The Great The One And Only Might Sparrow
One of the Top Artists to come out of the English Speaking Caribbean
Kani Ranks byron
Lee
Wah, ah you dat, Mighty Sparrow, go deh!
Seriously, this guy could sing!
In Netherland a big big hit in '70's. What a time ...
Lots of shuffling-memories pops up ;))
I know, still waiting for him to walk along the beach in a proper white shirt. Saw that on Toppop🤩 when I was a little gurlee in the 70s.
when your geboren ?
Such true meaning too, Such is life as hard as it can be
was zeker een grote hit toen. Nu is het allemaal afval wat muziek betreft
@@vectraguy absoluut !
Yes! You say it best that ''wailing organ'' gets me....and the vocals of the Sparrow man...huh! Mhm to the last drop! It nice! It nice! 10/2023
Very meaningful love song, Mighty Sparrow you're just awesome
you see what i mean the mighty sparrow had a voice that could sing any tune that he wanted to sing,from calypso,easy listing,rock and roll,blues you name it he could,and his range was not compare to none.there will never be a calypso singer like him.
This man is a legend... a gifted performer with a lifetime of music that touched so many lives!
TUMBS UP WHO STILL LISTEN THIS SONG IN AUGUST 2021...
I still listen this in April 2024❤
I'm listening (again) on August 31, 2024 ...... (for the umpteenth time).
It was THE song my sister loved when she had a sad time in her lovelive .
But her heart was already broken when she died . she also loved Elvis Presley . He had a special place in her heart forever , She could not stop crying when he died , but a year later( sorry not earlyer) she died to ...I hope the can meet in Heaven to talk about friendship and love for everyone . May God bless you all .
May she Rest in Peace.🙏
Only a fool break his own ⚘ heart, really true , I love this ⚘ song, greetings from England ⚘
Love you .You will always be the best.
absolutely love it, will forever be a favorite of my husband and I. he used to play this on a old juke box for me everytime we visited a local spot
I'm very sure alot of guys can relate to this song because it really is a terrible crushing feeling when you are head over heels over a woman you were talking to whom you would have loved to make your significant other but however she winds up choosing the another dude you. Moral of the story is to try not to get yourself in a situation where you like her much more than she likes you if you can help it.
Absolutely timeless. No one like the Sparrow. The can Never be replicated King of Calypso.
Slinger Francisco (The Mighty Sparrow) born in Grenada, moved to Trinidad and Tobago, preformed all over the world, Colonel Powell admirer him. Known as the "Birdie" for his soulful voice, great renditions musically, Sparrow won many awards, to date Sparrow is spoken of as legend, living in Trinidad.
The master of all time...!
Marla Cherriandy No other is coming for that position, not even close. Mantano can sing like 10,000 angels on chariots, he won't be having Birdie's title
Marvelous
There.is a saying in belize for many years that the mighty is a belizean he left belize when he was just a boy
Sparrow
Recuerdo esta melodia desde mis años de escuela, y reconozco que me emocioné de volver a escucharla después de tantos años, ahora que soy un adulto me entero cual es su nombre, inolvidable!!!
Gracias por compartirla !!!
Sparrow is my favorite calypsonian,all the best ♥️
Never hear his music till 15yrs ago when I met my husband from carribbean love this man
Here in 2024! Anyone else?
Meeee❤
Yes
Me
Here again. Last hours of 2024! Wyclef got me....
Nice Nice song very sweet ⚘ voice!⚘ only a fool breacks your
Own heart, is true ⚘
Greetiings, thanks for for ⚘ uploading. England ⚘
Thank you Wyclef Jean for introducing Mr to this POWERFUL song. "To All The Girls" from the record "The Carnival"
So True!
Yes! The summer of 1997 I would hear this come in before the kalimba sample from New World Symphony by Earth Wind and Fire would drop in. Wyclef Jean made sure that our generation heard this.
lol, yup, that's what brought me here!
"To all the girls I've loved.."
is there an other mighty sparrow in the world to sing his songs like him , only a fool brakes his own heart. that's a hit that will never go away.
I was a very young kid of 3 or so, but I still remember the intensity ...
Beautiful Song Masterfully done by the Caribbean`s Mighty Sparrow!!!
My dad alway use to play this song when I was a little girl and I really liked it my dad is also from Grenada ,this is such a classic I really love Sparrow has such a beautiful voice.
So lovely it reminds me of my dead mom and sis
40 jaar terug in de tijd en 'schuifelen' met je vriendje.... het blijft mooi
Tijdloos
Verry touch.....thanks bro
A superb track from The Mighty Sparrow.I bought one of his CD's when I was in the Caribbean,and he's even better WITH Byron Lee & The Dragonaires....I never stop playing it,thank you,Murray in Scotland.
This song was number 1 for 26 weeks in Europe. I 💚💛💜 it.
Just knowing it's the great mighty sparrow did this wonderful song. Always love it
This song thrills me for years. Never expect the clip would be like this..oh my
Wow! My cousin loved. 💘 this song so much! I never knew it was Sparrow.
Love how Wyclef Jean sampled this. Perfection!
Learnt this song by my aunt(like a mother)98 years old still living. We listen to it still and hear all the stories this song brings.❤
This song brings back memories of a wonderful loving mother, grandmother and childhood ❤️❤️❤️
Never know d mighty sparrow sing that song indeed its one of my favorite
LOVE this song so much (y)
The very first solo album of Wyclef Jean (The Fugees) brought me here. And the original songwriter(s) is/are not credited on the Wyclef's Spotify.
I didn't know the song back in the days, but this keyboard sound remains me old love songs from French West Indies that my parents listened. A bit cheezy now, but full of nostalgia.
This song brings back powerful memories of my youth, first love... too bad those times will never come back
Same here
Beautiful Mighty Sparrow, I made show that when Sparrow visited Montreal a few years ago that I went to his concert.
I born in. 91's but i prefer to listen music from 50-90 then music nowadays. ❤️
I agree with you!!!
I agree with you my dear.
Same !
Funtastic World Welcome to the 70”s club. You have great taste in music. 🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂. Cheers and beers 🍺 mates!
VERY GOOD CHOICE 👍👍👍.
Love this man in all music from soca to this song right here. How can 1 man be so good.
My father's favorite songs and this song is one of my favorites to send this song to your xxx who wants you back 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Lagu andalan kalo lagi karaoke🤭🤭🤭
WOW 😳 Sparrow should have made more like this...fantastic 🎶💛👍🏻
Full old and new.. take it as it resonnatess❤
I miss our island in the sun.....on the Philippines. Greetz from Holland and The Philippines.....Peter, Marites and Gerritje. 11-06-2017. Netherlands...peace for all on our earth !
this is my mom's favorite song! she's put this on everyday lol
Others have recorded this song as well, but nobody sings it like 'Mighty Sparrow' does ......
'Absolutely love it and I want to hear it over and over again !
I was looking for a song from Trinidad And Tobago 🇹🇹
And I found a jewel 💎
Greetings from Mexico! 🇲🇽
Just coming across this . Mighty Sparrow have always been my Calypso man and Blackie
OMG.......How beautiful, and sad at the same time.
Yes I remember this song when I was 14 years old. Later when I was 19 years old I had a good buddy who was in love with a wild woman and when ever she gave him the horn we used to frequent Louise Corke's bar (that was in Georgetown St.Vincent and the Grenadines) and he would play this song on the jukebox all night till we both got drunk. Sadly mt friend passed away last year and I believe the woman is also deceased. Sparrow also recorded several tunes that are not calypso. He is a very versatile singer.
one of the greatest songs ever
Tru ting ..only a fool breaks his own ❤❤
I've listened to about ten other singers doing this song and I must say that Sparrow is right there in the top 2 best performances. Amazing
A true legend, it was a real pleasure meeting you sir. Thank you for the memories.❤❤❤
Marvelous song I love this tune⚘
And his voice ⚘
How Beautiful is this song?? I can't believe its Sparrow singing it.
Nostalgie en prachtig lied.Passie en emotie.
Beautiful song my dad use to sing it those days can never come back
Wat was het toch een mooie tijd een ook prachtige muziek 👍❤
Ik ben het helemaal met je eens
Tijdloos
Felt 🥱‼️
Is Caribbean music , mi Honduras querida ! Ahora en 2021 . En plena pandemia del Coronavirus estoy escuchando esta bellísima canción muy buena para bailar. Dios les bendiga!
Mr. Julien, a Londoner and gentleman originally from Domenica who likes sitting by Cutty Sark on a sunny day just like me told me about Mighty Sparrow yesterday. Right a day after Mighty Sparrow's 89 birthday. He said it's kind of music I will surely appreciate. And the fun he has in his songs with lyrics that make people laugh and also the truth in his protest songs. So true I am amazed ..from Capitalism through dictators and more. Never too late for a quality music especially one that has been here through several generations. Such a beautiful connection of life stories across generations through music.
what a tune the music is unreal can not wait to sing this beautiful masterpiece
Het blijft een mooi liedje waar ik graag naar luister
I love this song, it's so beautiful, thank-you. ❤
I totally agree. I love music with beautiful and meaningful lyrics and I love the Mighty Sparrow as well.
Why do I keep fooling myself
When I know you love someone else
Only a fool breaks his own heart
I pretend that I don't see
When you walk with him down the street
Only a fool breaks his own heart
I have to admit it
Even though you hurt me so girl
I can't forget it
If I'm a man I'd let you go
It's no use trying to hang on
To a love already gone
Only a fool breaks his own heart
I have to admit it
Even though you hurt me so girl
I can't forget it
If I'm a man I'd let you go
It's no use trying to hang on
To a love already gone
Only a fool breaks his own heart
Only a fool breaks his own heart
Only a fool breaks his own heart
Respect
Ok
Thanks for the song, it reminds me of my childhood.... what a memories................
Timeless song
Hart brekend stem....mijn top waardering en liefde voor Sparrow
First heard this on "the carnival" THANK YOU SOO MUCH for posting this...
Haha myself aswell
Me too! Man, that was a good album. They don't make em like that anymore.
I put this on my IPOD a few days ago and had to search to see if there was ever a video! I LOVE THIS SONG - the vibe it brings...I am longing for those simpler days when you'd laugh at your parents waltzing to these songs.LOL
I live in The netherlands and as a kid my parants always played this beautyful song, im now 44 and i always thought it was a white guy that made this song lol
Come to Indonesia
For you from Netherland
Proper things .... this song makes me remember my homeland.
"It's no use trying to hang on to a love already gone only a fool breaks his own heart"
Exactly
@@princesspersaud5719 you sound experience lol
@@kurtbaptiste4889 sure i do. Only fools break their own heart lol
@@princesspersaud5719 Love is Blind at times that it makes people act foolishly.
@@kurtbaptiste4889 so very true
Wowww sparrow is so talented