Lyrics: There was a wild colonial boy, Jack Doolan was his name Of poor but honest parents, he was born near Castlemaine He was his father's only son, and his mother's pride and joy So dearly did his parents love their wild colonial boy Barely sixteen years of age, he first began to roam And found Australia's sunny shores, and called it his true home He robbed the wealthy squatters, their assetts to destroy A terror to the rich ones, was the wild colonial boy Back in eighteen sixty one, began his wild career With a head that knew no danger, and a heart that held no fear He held the Mudgee mail coach up, and he shot Judge MacEvoy A curse to every copper was the wild colonial boy Later on that very day, as Jack he rode along Listening to the kookaburras, pleasant laughing song He spied three mounted troopers, Kelly, Davis and Fitzroy With a warrant for the capture of the wild colonial boy "Surrender now, Jack Doolan, for you see we're three to one Surrender now in the Queen's high name, or your living days are done" Jack drew two pistols from his belt, and he waved them proud and high "I'll fight, but not surrender", cried the wild colonial boy Jack fired once at Kelly, brought him to the ground Then turning round from Davis' gun, received his mortal wound A bullet pierced his proud young heart, from the pistol of Fitzroy And that's the way they captured him, the wild colonial boy Yes that's the way they captured him, the wild colonial boy
Even if you are not Australian, this version of the 'wild colonial boy' does us Aussies proud. Authentic, wonderful singing and amazing.... Bless Dr Hook and the Medicine Show.... may your music live on forever..
@@thebestofforum Yes, that is true. I live in Castlemaine in County Kerry, Ireland - the town mentioned in the song - and one of the pubs in our town is called Jack Duggan's in tribute to Jack Duggan, the original Colonial Boy who emigrated from here to Australia.
On revisiting this I remember my grandmother.A small Irish woman widowed at a young ago.Raised a family mostly single handed as my grandfather was in the army.If you happened to walk around the back door of my grandmother's home at 3am,you may have been met with the smell of frying bacon from the kitchen window and the sound of her singing "the wild colonial boy".A character I have never known her like since.So smart,well read,crochet, music,turf, cigarettes.A dog by her side,mostly.She had a stroke in February 1979 and lived til November that year.I walked to the local hospital every day after school to visit her.She never spoke a word.I guess she had all her singing and talking done.My children never knew my granny Molly.I want to be singing and frying bacon when I'm 76.
I am an Aussie and an aficionado of Australian Traditional Folk Music ... but I have to admit that of all the renditions of "The Wild Colonial Boy" Dr Hook's is the best.
I think the cobbers version is better. Dr hook became friends with cobbers when cobbers first toured the states in 79. Pretty sure its were they first heard it. My dad and uncle are in the band and thats what i was told. Ok version though
every song I ever heard from these guys, it happened,they put there heart and soul, yes and even blood into their lines, they were the best duo ever, they broke your fucking hearts with every line, I'm glad I lived in their time.
I took my wife to see Dennis perform when he came to Australia in May 2014. He sang all the old songs from Dr Hook and several newer songs from his solo career. We both loved every minute. It was such a pleasure to hear him sing this signature Australian folk song. The timbre of his voice lends itself so perfectly to the mood, the sentiment and the period in history in which it is set 1840 (ish) . Sing on Dennis !!! If you come to Oz again while I am still bobbing around on this mortal coil I will certainly try to be there to welcome you.
Same - we had a great time...and he even came out the front after the concert, for photos with us, and a quick chat. Hadnt seen another artist so accessible to the public.
What a excellent song .they made it truly there own and made me feel so proud to be a Aussie. One of the best bands of there time and there music still proves to be strong and everlasting .they don't make them like that any more
You will never hear a finer accompanist. He would've made anyone sound good. The song might have made a bigger impression in Oz if they had got the protagonist names in the historic order of the saga. I think Judge MacEvoy is Judge MacIlroy or some other error, like one of the coppers names and the judge's name are arse about, that really stuck out because this prominent recording was otherwise truly memorable. Now I have to go back to my colonial history roots and dig it out /blush.
Now 60, I missed seeing them as working out bush in 70,s 80,s. Today I watch all their video's and songs and wish I could turn back time . So entertaining and so bloody good. And still good to see one left still on TV talk back show. Thanks is all I can say. AJ.
Classic Aussie song sang this so well thanks guys. Missing your awesome harmony Ray rest my brother in peace still listening to wonderful music from great band 👍👍❤️❤️😢😢😢
I was working out bush when these greats were just getting hold of the music market with no TV. I thank You tube for allowing me to catch up on such great artists the ASBC rarely played. I am now a young slim fit 60 yr old, But watching this and a few others I am 30 yrs younger. Wish I new then how many good songs they had. Would love to have seen them. The few I have seen are John Denver, John Foggarty, John Williamson.and a few others But hell these blokes are and were great. And Ray, rest in peace my friend. AJ.
Fantastic version of this song ,I'm going to see Dennis in September at Dorset ,I'm going to ask him too sing this ,after " slyvias mother ,so looking forward to seeing Dr Hook
I have loved the music from this band since the beginning, and was even lucky enough to see them once in concert in their early years. There is no voice like Dennis’, and this is truly one of the best songs he and Ray harmonize on. The timber and passion from Dennis is second to none, I am still amazed their musical genius has never been as recognized as they deserve.
I remember watching this on the Don Lane show and was amazed by the feeling and passion they delivered it with. Brilliant and I can’t remember the year but I think it was in the seventies
Conviction, sang by others never realised. Shame I worked my life away to only now see it. So sad yet another great artist has passed.. Always in y memory, Boys. and my offspring. AJ.
That’s really cool,Americans performing an Australian classic ballad.💕I’m impressed by the passion,effort and respect ✌️🇦🇺🦘these guys could sing the phone book and I would want an encore.bless them🙏🐨
Thank you for sharing this great song by Dr hook I've heard other singers doing it but Dr hook has feelings heart and soul going into it he is fantastic keep them coming for me thank you well done I will enjoy
🥀Beautiful Song Brilliant lyrics, vocals and music. I love this song and these Guy's Dennis and Ray were best friends for so many years and I'm still listen to to all there song's. 🥀RIP Ray Sawyer We Love You Forever and Always🥀✌🥀☝️🥀🕊🥀
I love reading the comments by the people for the people The people have spoken and made it clear that nearly everyone has a wild heart and a compassion heart ♥️
If you like the song, and are a Patriot, one might watch "The Man Who Predicted 9/11". It is the story of Rick Rescorla. He was an Englishman of Irish Descent. Growing up in WW2 England he developed an admiration of the US Army. As a young man he served overseas in the British Army. Discharged from such he emigrated to the US and joined the US Army. He fought with distinction at the battle of the Ia Drang Valley with the 1st Cavalry. He sang this song to steady his men. Later he became head of security at Morgan Stanley. He evacuated all in his charge after the attack on the WTC. He was last seen going back up to check if all had made it to safety. He was never seen again. RIP Wild Colonial Boy.
I KNOW I saw a documentary on this man, but didn't make this connection...this has been years ago...he was a bigger, portly, or robust gentleman? What a hero...as so many were that awful day.
@@michalmcquaite4698 He was from Cornwall, and had previously served in the Royal Army. During his WW2 youth he greatly admired the US Army and vowed to one day serve in it. His Service in the US Army, was only surpassed by his DUTY on 9/11.
Lyrics:
There was a wild colonial boy, Jack Doolan was his name
Of poor but honest parents, he was born near Castlemaine
He was his father's only son, and his mother's pride and joy
So dearly did his parents love their wild colonial boy
Barely sixteen years of age, he first began to roam
And found Australia's sunny shores, and called it his true home
He robbed the wealthy squatters, their assetts to destroy
A terror to the rich ones, was the wild colonial boy
Back in eighteen sixty one, began his wild career
With a head that knew no danger, and a heart that held no fear
He held the Mudgee mail coach up, and he shot Judge MacEvoy
A curse to every copper was the wild colonial boy
Later on that very day, as Jack he rode along
Listening to the kookaburras, pleasant laughing song
He spied three mounted troopers, Kelly, Davis and Fitzroy
With a warrant for the capture of the wild colonial boy
"Surrender now, Jack Doolan, for you see we're three to one
Surrender now in the Queen's high name, or your living days are done"
Jack drew two pistols from his belt, and he waved them proud and high
"I'll fight, but not surrender", cried the wild colonial boy
Jack fired once at Kelly, brought him to the ground
Then turning round from Davis' gun, received his mortal wound
A bullet pierced his proud young heart, from the pistol of Fitzroy
And that's the way they captured him, the wild colonial boy
Yes that's the way they captured him, the wild colonial boy
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OMG this is possibly the best version I have heard ...Im an over 50 Australian who learnt this song in Primary School..
An older version went. All shattered through the jaw he lay, still firing at Fitzroy
And thats they way they captured him, the wild colonial boy.
Castlemaine in co kerry
The real song has 7 phrases
Even if you are not Australian, this version of the 'wild colonial boy' does us Aussies proud. Authentic, wonderful singing and amazing.... Bless Dr Hook and the Medicine Show.... may your music live on forever..
@@thebestofforum lol last sentence
He was from Castlemaine, County Kerry Ireland. That's why it says a found Australia's sunny shore.
I'm Aussie boy hehehe fuck funny stuff dr hook
Exactly…love Straya
@@thebestofforum Yes, that is true. I live in Castlemaine in County Kerry, Ireland - the town mentioned in the song - and one of the pubs in our town is called Jack Duggan's in tribute to Jack Duggan, the original Colonial Boy who emigrated from here to Australia.
No one has sung this with so much passion as these two.
Agreed
Yeah. Gives me the chills. So good and these two are a joy to listen to.
Right !! I love how they sing it ,
Watch Baby makes her blue jeans talk.
Top version
I haven't listened to this since I was a teenager in the early 80's. Dr Hooks version is probly the best I've ever heard
On revisiting this I remember my grandmother.A small Irish woman widowed at a young ago.Raised a family mostly single handed as my grandfather was in the army.If you happened to walk around the back door of my grandmother's home at 3am,you may have been met with the smell of frying bacon from the kitchen window and the sound of her singing "the wild colonial boy".A character I have never known her like since.So smart,well read,crochet, music,turf, cigarettes.A dog by her side,mostly.She had a stroke in February 1979 and lived til November that year.I walked to the local hospital every day after school to visit her.She never spoke a word.I guess she had all her singing and talking done.My children never knew my granny Molly.I want to be singing and frying bacon when I'm 76.
Great story. I can smell the bacon frying.
obviously she never forgot her roots
I am an Aussie and an aficionado of Australian Traditional Folk Music ... but I have to admit that of all the renditions of "The Wild Colonial Boy" Dr Hook's is the best.
I have always felt that too.
Agreed!
MrAl4oz I reckon so mate.
I am an German and say aggree
I think the cobbers version is better. Dr hook became friends with cobbers when cobbers first toured the states in 79. Pretty sure its were they first heard it. My dad and uncle are in the band and thats what i was told. Ok version though
Love Dr. Hook, I must have listened to this video 50 times and I ain't done yet. Best version ever.
This song fits like a glove to the melody of Ghost Riders In the Sky.
Same here. I listen to it at least once a week
I really appreciate the passion and respect gave our song ❤
Dr Hook
yeah right, i thought, how can Dr Hook handle an Australian classic, i said. boy i was wrong. this is the best rendition i've heard in my life!
I agree 👍 it’s fantastic 💕
nobody could ever do a ballad like Dr Hook
Can’t beat a little bit of Dr Hook. Loads of really good songs. My auntie turned me on to them when I was about 14. 30 years later I still love them ❤
every song I ever heard from these guys, it happened,they put there heart and soul, yes and even blood into their lines, they were the best duo ever, they broke your fucking hearts with every line, I'm glad I lived in their time.
I took my wife to see Dennis perform when he came to Australia in May 2014. He sang all the old songs from Dr Hook and several newer songs from his solo career. We both loved every minute. It was such a pleasure to hear him sing this signature Australian folk song. The timbre of his voice lends itself so perfectly to the mood, the sentiment and the period in history in which it is set 1840 (ish) . Sing on Dennis !!! If you come to Oz again while I am still bobbing around on this mortal coil I will certainly try to be there to welcome you.
I went to a concert in England, just before he went to Austraila. It was full of men taking their wives..Dennis was great...
Same - we had a great time...and he even came out the front after the concert, for photos with us, and a quick chat. Hadnt seen another artist so accessible to the public.
@@Shadow74342 Gosh that reminds me. yes, he came out and talked to everyone.....
What a excellent song .they made it truly there own and made me feel so proud to be a Aussie. One of the best bands of there time and there music still proves to be strong and everlasting .they don't make them like that any more
I've just rediscovered Dr. Hook. Love them!
These men, especially Dennis, lives the songs he
Sings… outstanding!
Brilliant version of this ,I'm a Celtic supporter and all us Celtic supporters love this song ,, Glasgow Celtic forever.
Wow
The best version of a classic Aussie folk song.
Dr hook was my first concert in the mid 70s loved them fo over 50 years listen to them everyday seen them a total of 3 times
A superb version of this very fine song.Sung with the true passion it deserves.
Best version of this great song I've ever heard.
RIP Ray Sawyer. Absolute legend
T Money No comparison to that sexy pirate man!
i am with you
You will never hear a finer accompanist. He would've made anyone sound good. The song might have made a bigger impression in Oz if they had got the protagonist names in the historic order of the saga. I think Judge MacEvoy is Judge MacIlroy or some other error, like one of the coppers names and the judge's name are arse about, that really stuck out because this prominent recording was otherwise truly memorable. Now I have to go back to my colonial history roots and dig it out /blush.
yes RIP
Now 60, I missed seeing them as working out bush in 70,s 80,s. Today I watch all their video's and songs and wish I could turn back time . So entertaining and so bloody good. And still good to see one left still on TV talk back show. Thanks is all I can say. AJ.
Dennis could read a menu to me and I would be mesmerised by his voice. Love this song.
Classic Aussie song sang this so well thanks guys. Missing your awesome harmony Ray rest my brother in peace still listening to wonderful music from great band 👍👍❤️❤️😢😢😢
is it not an irish song
I was working out bush when these greats were just getting hold of the music market with no TV. I thank You tube for allowing me to catch up on such great artists the ASBC rarely played. I am now a young slim fit 60 yr old, But watching this and a few others I am 30 yrs younger. Wish I new then how many good songs they had. Would love to have seen them. The few I have seen are John Denver, John Foggarty, John Williamson.and a few others But hell these blokes are and were great. And Ray, rest in peace my friend. AJ.
the pure emotion in rays eyes are absolutely beautiful.
You mean eye
One of the best Duo's ion history, no joke. :)
Fantastic version of this song ,I'm going to see Dennis in September at Dorset ,I'm going to ask him too sing this ,after " slyvias mother ,so looking forward to seeing Dr Hook
Love this song man. Was brought up on Dr Hook. Proper music
I have loved the music from this band since the beginning, and was even lucky enough to see them once in concert in their early years. There is no voice like Dennis’, and this is truly one of the best songs he and Ray harmonize on. The timber and passion from Dennis is second to none, I am still amazed their musical genius has never been as recognized as they deserve.
All Dr Hook songs come deeply from his hearts all the songs he sings are all time best,all wonderful.
Beautiful ballad. I can't help but sing along.
I remember watching this on the Don Lane show and was amazed by the feeling and passion they delivered it with. Brilliant and I can’t remember the year but I think it was in the seventies
I loved Dr. Hook growing up. Fine music.
Dr hook, such great memories, listening to their music, love watching them too.,they got me through it all
A great singer and a great voice and a great group
Conviction, sang by others never realised. Shame I worked my life away to only now see it. So sad yet another great artist has passed.. Always in y memory, Boys. and my offspring. AJ.
great rendition of this old folk song, well done.
There are so many songs I haven't heard and this was an awesome song
Che canzone meravigliosa! Potrebbe essere un vero inno! Emozionanti... 😊🤗😍😍😘😘🎶🎸🎸🎶💘❤️💋💋💯💯🌅🍀
Ray has such a distinctive voice, only one to describe ray, LEGEND
These guys had way more Talent than they even put on:
They always try to make everything funny but they were super talented
Mesmorizing music. After hearing it feel like listening to it again and again!
Fantastic version of this song,god bless Dr hook.
That’s really cool,Americans performing an Australian classic ballad.💕I’m impressed by the passion,effort and respect ✌️🇦🇺🦘these guys could sing the phone book and I would want an encore.bless them🙏🐨
The Wild Colonial Boy is an Australian folk song which the Dr hook sang while touring Australia
What a strong rendition.I could watch these guys for ages.They are just full of music.Got me through college back in the stoneage.
Brilliant version! Best by far. = far better than we managed in primary school..lol...we never realised it could sound so good.
brilliant performance of an aussie favourite
i have always like the way they sing this very good old song
Immer wieder schön 👍👍😘😘😘 danke Dr Hock 😘
I got goose pimples hearing this today - amazing band with amazing talent x
Great story depicting the Irish experience in Australia which started as a penal colony for the British. Very well done!
The most beautiful duet on the world !!
It's like rated 'R' Play School, but that just adds to the greatness of this version!
Thank you for sharing this great song by Dr hook I've heard other singers doing it but Dr hook has feelings heart and soul going into it he is fantastic keep them coming for me thank you well done I will enjoy
🥀Beautiful Song Brilliant lyrics, vocals and music. I love this song and these Guy's Dennis and Ray were best friends for so many years and I'm still listen to to all there song's.
🥀RIP Ray Sawyer We Love You Forever and Always🥀✌🥀☝️🥀🕊🥀
🥀Beautiful Sad Song amazing lyrics, vocals and music. This one proves how much these Guy's are & were amazing story teller's.🥀✌🥀☝️
They were so good what a pair of singers!!
Makes an Aussie feel proud.
great song from 2 greats.
I love reading the comments by the people for the people
The people have spoken and made it clear that nearly everyone has a wild heart and a compassion heart ♥️
My hats off to you guys xx This is so awesome xx As n Aussie I say they nailed it 👏🏿👏🏿
These guys were really underrated thankful to my dad i know these legends
i still love Dr. Hook's version of this song
Way back whenever these guys were lead-on to ELP. Been a believer ever since. Rock/folk at it's premium...Rock on Shel and the crew.
One of my favourite bands, they were class.
There should be a LOVE button...Thanks for posting...
Annie love.
I just loved going to see Dr Hook in Manchester and also Dennis lots of times. Can't think of many of their songs l don't like!
Greatest tandem ever
I’m 46 now.... first heard this when I was about 7.. we sang it in school band. Along with cat Stevens...!
Awesome song, well done by dr hook fantastic "they rock"
This song was my party piece, as a child .. it brings back many fond, happy memories
💚 🎵 ☘ 💚
Skvělá píseň. Diky❤
I've always loved this version
Love these guys my favourite of all
Wow wow I just love this song beautiful voices and music
This great band could sing and play any genre. this is a great version of a classic song the Clancy brothers made famous.
Bless them both!!!
Simply wonderful.
Absolutely terrific👏
I wish I had known them when I was having chemotherapy I'm sure they will have made me smile Helen
I do hope you have recovered
h elen Strong I am another Helen. I am smiling for you.
If you like the song, and are a Patriot, one might watch "The Man Who Predicted 9/11". It is the story of Rick Rescorla. He was an Englishman of Irish Descent. Growing up in WW2 England he developed an admiration of the US Army. As a young man he served overseas in the British Army. Discharged from such he emigrated to the US and joined the US Army. He fought with distinction at the battle of the Ia Drang Valley with the 1st Cavalry. He sang this song to steady his men. Later he became head of security at Morgan Stanley. He evacuated all in his charge after the attack on the WTC. He was last seen going back up to check if all had made it to safety. He was never seen again. RIP Wild Colonial Boy.
I KNOW I saw a documentary on this man, but didn't make this connection...this has been years ago...he was a bigger, portly, or robust gentleman? What a hero...as so many were that awful day.
Watch on YT "The Man that predicted 9/11> The story of his life and death. I will watch it again right now.
Coras Diana upload.
@@michalmcquaite4698 He was from Cornwall, and had previously served in the Royal Army. During his WW2 youth he greatly admired the US Army and vowed to one day serve in it. His Service in the US Army, was only surpassed by his DUTY on 9/11.
A great version of this song, they put so much into it'
My father used to sing this song to me in the 1960’s ❤️🥰
Very heartfelt. Very good. Well done.
m8 you sing this great,,, better then any else .. the best
I love these guys , , ,
🥀Beautiful🥀Amazing song it's the story of the lyrics I get into. Awesome vocals🥀✌
Loved Dr Hook! Still love their songs!
I was 13 in 1970 I listened to Dr. Hook on the radio.
Nicely done, good version and sung with a bit of passion, liked it
🥀Amazing Song from Ray Sawyer and Dennis Locorriere🥀This is a powerful message in it.🥀☝️
So good....I’ve always loved that song.
Two of the greatest ever ❤
Americans do the best outlaw songs and this is the best version ever. Love the Clancys though.
thought they were australian
Fuck Off
Wow, this is a new one for me.........Thanks mate!
54 thumbs down?? Excellent version.
They're the Greatest ⭐ .. Magical ..
Dennis the best Performer ever