Four Strong Winds - The French Family featuring Sonny and Manaia

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  • @geoffmichelle1161
    @geoffmichelle1161 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Sonny has tones in his voice that are just sublime and Manaia makes the vocals sound complete with her perfect harmonies. 🥰

  • @julianbowerman8477
    @julianbowerman8477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    The youngsters hit some glorious harmonies. Voices blend beautifully.

  • @scottevans1953
    @scottevans1953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Oh my goodness. The French's keep getting more and more awesome. Nice job Mom and Dad. Nice job everyone.

  • @stevoschannel4127
    @stevoschannel4127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    The love on dads face when his little angel is singing harmony is priceless

    • @7884golfguru
      @7884golfguru 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Priceless

    • @gilbertb8078
      @gilbertb8078 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thats parenting done right.

    • @dmcewen772
      @dmcewen772 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I totally agree

  • @alittlegoodnews
    @alittlegoodnews 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    That little girl is precious!

  • @JT422B
    @JT422B 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did that in 1983--Yeah those winds are cold out there.

  • @danielgeng2306
    @danielgeng2306 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Hard to explain but that young mans voice is just super expressive, a joy to listen to..

    • @jimmy.r.minnelli
      @jimmy.r.minnelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It really is.

    • @larryhigginbotham2551
      @larryhigginbotham2551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Just supper

    • @jeffliebknecht9970
      @jeffliebknecht9970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Its a very mature, inflective, expressive voice. I know many adult singers who cannot do what he is doing. Also, the harmonies from such a young singer are outstanding! Perfect!

  • @andyturner4945
    @andyturner4945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Little girl is good on the harmonies

  • @bessiewilliams9564
    @bessiewilliams9564 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Those two kids are amazing! They sound great together, beautiful voices!

  • @kirby1ist
    @kirby1ist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    As a proud Canadian I applaud this wonderful version . Ian and Sylvia would be proud.

  • @kurtgubitz
    @kurtgubitz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Yesterday morning I get ‘Highway 40 Blues’ in my inbox and discover this French Family Band for the first time. After watching I think, “Hey, they’re all pretty good. They just might make it.” After 24 hours of watching their home concerts, Camille doc, Stuie history and Sonny guest shots in New Zealand, I’m the one who is a little late to their dance. Already accomplished, they’re all just getting more and more ready for worldwide acclaim. Welcome to America, French !

  • @mjlirette9297
    @mjlirette9297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    You guys are a hit in Canada from the East coast to the West coast....excellent oeuvre!

    • @tonym4181
      @tonym4181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And in Tasmania😁

  • @_claudiogrilo
    @_claudiogrilo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So beautiful...

  • @jimmy.r.minnelli
    @jimmy.r.minnelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Insiders are very excited about the future in music of Stefan Benz, age 14, and he is great, but I have a feeling Sonny French is an even better bet for the future of music.

  • @Jenny_1158
    @Jenny_1158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Sonny never ceases to amaze me! And Chet is back again!!!! Yipppie!!!!!

    • @TheFrenchFamilyBand
      @TheFrenchFamilyBand  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh... this is an older clip from last year when Chet was playing (sorry to get you excited!)

    • @rayman395
      @rayman395 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So what is Chet up to now days?

  • @TheGRider56
    @TheGRider56 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How cute. Your daughter can't hide that rhythm. :) This was my fathers favorite song. He wore out the jukebox at the 7 Devils Bar in Riggins, Idaho playing it.

  • @leelaural
    @leelaural 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fabulous.....

  • @rogerd9150
    @rogerd9150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Outstanding! Loved it. The little lady sure knows how to harmonize!

  • @peter7624
    @peter7624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Just nice melodic music without anger, politics or drugs. How lovely!

  • @timbomamimbo
    @timbomamimbo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The harmonies are fantastic. I hope Sonny makes it to the Grand Ol' Opry.

  • @skorpion9392
    @skorpion9392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love you ..greetings from Austria 😊

  • @RobertHouben
    @RobertHouben 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Another Canadian here! Love this song, and the two kids' voices are delightful! Thank you for this song!

  • @Catherine-ew1ww
    @Catherine-ew1ww 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OMGOD! Hi from IRELAND ☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️
    You are just the most awesome musical sensational family on the Internet!!!
    So so so beautiful. Just fabulous . Thank you all so much and every best wish and blessing for your futures 🥰🥰🥰

  • @jimmy.r.minnelli
    @jimmy.r.minnelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Manaia is very sweet. It must help her a lot to sing with Sonny while she gets used to performing.

  • @debbiemcclelland2129
    @debbiemcclelland2129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful

  • @rayzors1
    @rayzors1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Singing about my home province. Sweet!

  • @billbillinness4742
    @billbillinness4742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Fantastic! voices and harmonising with that sort of quality, don't lose this family. There is much more to come.

  • @bobmacelwain
    @bobmacelwain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Hi there, lived in Alberta for 16 years...your rendition of this song brought back many memories...love your family connection...thank you for being you...

    • @davidrempel1591
      @davidrempel1591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good evening James I just moved from Alberta to West Texas year half ago I left Calgary just before this planned Demic hit what part of Alberta were you

    • @williameddy1662
      @williameddy1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidrempel1591 Ian Tyson , who wrote this song , still lives in the foothills of the Rockies , down around Longview , south of Calgary .

    • @davidrempel1591
      @davidrempel1591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s beautiful down in that area go west of black diamond into the mountains it was just a beautiful drive for many many Sundays thank you for replying I did not know that he lived in that area have a blessed day

  • @johnb9005
    @johnb9005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    This family is so talented. If they have a dog, it probably plays keyboard and does back up vocals.

    • @archaprice3372
      @archaprice3372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LOL

    • @Jeff-jg7jh
      @Jeff-jg7jh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@archaprice3372 Hilarious. This is such an interesting vid. A little girl with a voice it seems and still has a little spastic child in her. Just a simple song. I don't know anything about this band or the family.

    • @7884golfguru
      @7884golfguru ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is funny as,it made me crack up laughing,thank you 🤟

    • @johnb9005
      @johnb9005 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@7884golfguru yw

    • @lesliehazell1885
      @lesliehazell1885 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Jeff-jg7jh i

  • @mlfierro1447
    @mlfierro1447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful.

  • @jamesohara325
    @jamesohara325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just love their song choices

  • @janetmcmorris9742
    @janetmcmorris9742 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love your family I'm glad to see Mom and Dad and the kids playing keep them off the street and out of trouble and I love Sunny song made in Japan keep up the good work family

  • @kenhooke6297
    @kenhooke6297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The rising star is Manaia.....so natural and sings beautifully! Thankyou, brought tear to my eyes!!

  • @Drbethturtlewoman
    @Drbethturtlewoman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love your music. Sonny is so talented

  • @martincrapper2700
    @martincrapper2700 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful

  • @jean-mariedanaels6091
    @jean-mariedanaels6091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bonjour super famille de musiciens et de chanteurs j'adore

  • @SirGregory
    @SirGregory 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The young girl is a natural harmoniser. Quite rare.

  • @robertpicton1578
    @robertpicton1578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    2 thumbs up from Alberta! You guys are amazing, keep it up.

  • @leahherby9704
    @leahherby9704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Sonny gets better ànd better...Maniah's harmony is really very good

    • @archaprice3372
      @archaprice3372 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Manaia’s harmony is shockingly beautiful, then consider her age, she’s gifted!

  • @yaumaprimero120
    @yaumaprimero120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your music

  • @rickneenan4696
    @rickneenan4696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Awesome job, nothing can beat family harmony.

  • @lizettedevilliers1313
    @lizettedevilliers1313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    beautiful

  • @WillysTruckLife
    @WillysTruckLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Awesome, I’m living in Edmonton Alberta. Originally from Newfoundland.

    • @williameddy1662
      @williameddy1662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mister Willy ----I live in Mill Woods , east of 50 th Street . I originally came from Halifax/Dartmouth , Nova Scotia .

  • @mobilegoat1
    @mobilegoat1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Sonny that song was written by a fellow Canadians Iain and Sylvia Tyson ,love your voice you have the soul of a doused country singers

  • @rw8733
    @rw8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had no idea why this was in my TH-cam recommendations but thank you algorithm. This has brightened a rainy day here in England. God bless you all. Such talent.

  • @jeremywilson5872
    @jeremywilson5872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful sweet wonderful voice

  • @johnhughes8563
    @johnhughes8563 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a genuine talent...

  • @williamsmith7406
    @williamsmith7406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So fortunate to have all that music in this one family. Looks like Sonny has a Gibson LG2. Hope Manaia will take on the fiddle. That would put your family in the spotlight for sure.

  • @chrishibbard6488
    @chrishibbard6488 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it when all the family (including Chet) are together. Pity is doesn't happen very much these days. Keep up the great work !!! ....Chris x

  • @maggieeslinger2782
    @maggieeslinger2782 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my all time favourite. i would love to hear now that Sonny is older. Summer Wages would be great too. Thanks for cheering an old lady up.

  • @jorgnecker9829
    @jorgnecker9829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Unbelievable good, sung perfectly

  • @blueberryhiccup
    @blueberryhiccup ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You know, I’ve never been a country music fan until I saw you guys.
    I really love the songs you do and seeing you sing as a family unit is so special,
    Thank you for sharing your talent 😊

  • @beverlyann9929
    @beverlyann9929 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi I’m from Newfoundland Canada and I use to live in Vegas for 5 yrs I’ve drove through Nashville a few times. God bless you all❤️🇨🇦🙏

  • @wellingtondouglas.oficial
    @wellingtondouglas.oficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Working Home Office listening to you here in Brazil.

  • @ThomasFischer1964
    @ThomasFischer1964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are awesome and cute.

  • @skiendhiu
    @skiendhiu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a lump in my throat, heard this many times by different artists, but ..can you adopt me I'm only 71.....truly wonderfull....

  • @paulinehurt617
    @paulinehurt617 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow just Wow you guys are awesome

  • @stewartmurphy9948
    @stewartmurphy9948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Solid gold

  • @frankstanton6972
    @frankstanton6972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    First time I’ve ever heard this group, but not the last, absolutely love them.

  • @malekdavarpanah4925
    @malekdavarpanah4925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just Beautiful. Thank you

  • @bernardmousse4152
    @bernardmousse4152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😊👏👏👏👍👍👍
    Wonderful.
    Thank you so much

  • @flautalee3090
    @flautalee3090 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just heard this song for the first time a few days ago. Wonderful song.

  • @stevefletcher52
    @stevefletcher52 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't add anything more to the comments..just a superbly talented family..

  • @valeriemacdonald4948
    @valeriemacdonald4948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are all terrific. from Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada

  • @pitman6992
    @pitman6992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful!!!❤🇺🇸😎👍

  • @sandrakisch3600
    @sandrakisch3600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I live very close to Ian Tyson's home ranch. You both did a great job singing this beautiful song.

  • @randystevens1690
    @randystevens1690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tears of joy and happiness, and a grin from ear to ear

  • @chiprenner3800
    @chiprenner3800 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    VERY GOOD COOLEST EVER FAMILY BAND

  • @joycurry31
    @joycurry31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this family 🇦🇺

  • @rickeybullington6314
    @rickeybullington6314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Great job. You guys are so good .

  • @jchan6839
    @jchan6839 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the music four strong wind. Young man sing so well.

  • @tikitavi7120
    @tikitavi7120 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Music is such a precious gift. Way to go pops.

  • @kimberlybahrs7165
    @kimberlybahrs7165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing

  • @fredericmelvinokohnner4503
    @fredericmelvinokohnner4503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The Edmonton Folk Music Festival features this song as the final song on the last day of the festival for decades. Been there. Miss it cause of COVID. These guys help bring back good memories. Thanks so much for all you do!

  • @vwbeetlefuelgaugesystem
    @vwbeetlefuelgaugesystem 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ian and Sylvia sang this.. Just great... Ian Tyson wrote it... Think about doing his other great song, "Changes". You guys are wonderful!

  • @jyryheinanen
    @jyryheinanen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    From Finland I send You greetings: Thank You this beautiful version!

  • @beverlykolehmainen403
    @beverlykolehmainen403 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So beautiful! Truly, I love to hear your little girl sing. I wish she would sing more! And your son is awesome also!!❤

  • @marvindoolin1340
    @marvindoolin1340 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wife and I used to sing "Four Strong Winds" at county events. A hauntingly beautiful song.

  • @steveayres5518
    @steveayres5518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Just started listening. Love hearing you guys sing and play. Already have several favorites. Can't wait to hear more!

  • @karenchason1117
    @karenchason1117 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love to hear him sing! His sister sounds sweet !

  • @noonoo6075
    @noonoo6075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What a wonderful family - a joy to watch and listen too - - a very proud dad ( and mum) he can’t help but smile at his very talented family - I’m hooked - well done ! 🇬🇧😎🇺🇸 if you take requests …… like to hear you sing Indian Lake …. ?

    • @rw8733
      @rw8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They are a gift.

    • @elaineedmiston5125
      @elaineedmiston5125 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My sentiments exactly! So uplifting every time I watch this family giving hope and bringing joy to our day!

    • @jamesharwell
      @jamesharwell ปีที่แล้ว

      It's so sweet. I'm hooked, too!

  • @stevenschleusner8363
    @stevenschleusner8363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I dont even know what to say haha Your all the best EVER Such a treat like i was sitting in front of the TV my mom would have all those old songs playing live on tv way back lol

  • @jmlsongs
    @jmlsongs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fine voice Sonny!!! Love this Ian and Sylvia song ....

  • @martinparlindungan3302
    @martinparlindungan3302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great! Family French, great song n great musician....... I love it😷😍🎸🎷🎺🎹🥁

  • @russellheath4332
    @russellheath4332 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful!

  • @RobertDorsey
    @RobertDorsey 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's always fine here in Alberta.... love your music...

  • @beachbum9869
    @beachbum9869 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you very much. Brought back some sweet memories. What a blessing.
    Have fun, stay safe and stay healthy.

  • @tedszweb5268
    @tedszweb5268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I see this was published on June 2 . That was my Dad’s 89 th birthday. He’s the one who turned me on to Bobby Bare. Great Song thanks for playing it. 😀

  • @hoodlum1955
    @hoodlum1955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not a fan of this kind of music but I sure do like the French Family. Thank you for your posting.

  • @w.patterson4413
    @w.patterson4413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now I need to hear Neil Young sing it.
    A great song that always sounds different, depending on who is singing it.
    Kudos to these folks for their effort.

  • @marymccabe5774
    @marymccabe5774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A LOT of talent here!!

  • @SaGrassman
    @SaGrassman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Brilliant 👏🏻 well done.

  • @deano.7533
    @deano.7533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The tone of the little girls harmony is so precious that I had a hard time keeping myself from getting a little choked up listening to this tune. By the time the song was over I had failed miserably in my quest to keep my eyes from welling up with tears. There is something special taking place on this channel. I'm happy that I recently discovered you people. Take care. sincerely, Dean O. :-I

  • @bonniejorgenson6677
    @bonniejorgenson6677 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They are te best! Watched since they started in living room then it became the lounge lol
    And Sonny so young but sooo good...i ended staying up till 11 st times. They are loved like family...

  • @christianchevillot9030
    @christianchevillot9030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravo très bien j'ai beaucoup aimé les voix en plus se marie très bien un vrai bonheur à écouter oui bravo également à tous les guitaristes like 498 et bien le bonjour du sud de la France Christian

  • @svup49
    @svup49 ปีที่แล้ว

    you and your sister are so talented, and amazing together 🥰. a big hug from Denmark. hope we get to see more of Manaia ☀️🙏👍. 🇩🇰

  • @mikejones9080
    @mikejones9080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So young, and their harmonies are spot on.

  • @kennethmiller8334
    @kennethmiller8334 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watch y’all a lot. Love that it’s a family affair, and Sonny singing Not To Young, is just awesome for a young man of his age. I’ve been playing rhythm for years and am so jealous of how that young man played. God bless you all.

  • @possumwilliams2940
    @possumwilliams2940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sonny is an excellent front man, great voice and stage presence..... The whole family is awesome, sound great 👍👏👏🤠

  • @brianharris4275
    @brianharris4275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Precious in Gods sight! Beautiful family