This is a gorgeous song, amd I've enjoyed many versions. But this one is particularly dear to me. It's hard to believe that Loudon Wainwright sang The Swimming Song, Wine With Dinner, Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road and then produced this heart-tugger. Now that's range.
Im not Irish. Im from some remote corner of India. But this makes me so nostalgic. Ireland is a beautiful country with beautiful people who have suffered a lot in history. Your music has touched another soul...far far away
If I had to choose the one most beautiful recording of all time this would be it I guess. It contains all the desire a human being is able to feel and express. I have no words.
My first and second grandsons were born in Belfast as their parents were living in Carrickfergus at the time. A beautiful town in a beautiful country. This is such a beautiful rendition and brings back fond memories (and tears).
I'm from Argentina and my grandmother was irish; when I hear this excelent piece I remember her singing this song while she was working in the garden. All my love to the irish people, Ireland is it's my next destiny. Good nights.
I'm sure you'll enjoy Ireland. I'd love to visit Argentina one day. P.S. Best of luck to Argentina in the World Cup! You guys should have no problem beating Iran and Nigeria in the next two games. *fingers crossed* A lot of my favourite players have been Argentinian: Gabriel Batistuta & Hernan Crespo!
Jabinho Hahahaha thank you, i just expect that Argentina don't cross to Germany in the semi finals, because we will loose again. "Gabo" Batistuta was the most valuable player in our selection, he has healthy problems now, he can't walk very well, he has his knees destroyed for bad healing while he was playing soccer.
I have always loved it... And with the passing of as many seasons as I have seen come and go, I can appreciate it even more now. And Wainwright does a wonderful version here.
Very nice job. I heard this song in the series Boardwalk Empire and had to see who sang it. Came across your video and immediately got all weepy. A big thumbs up!
@@cphanna51Yeah, but at that time you didn't think that something called Internet would come, giving access to millions of songs, and to that of Loudon Wainwright, didn't you? 😉
+Trisha Nichols all over the west coast of ireland mostly. i forget where exactly. places like inch beach, dingle, bantry, cliffs of moher, ring of kerry. my wife took all of them though.
Ballygrant and Kilmeny though are located in Scotland on the Hebrides Island of Islay. Kilkenny is not a town in Ireland or Scotland, but Kilmeny is a small town a few miles from Ballygrant. The sea in the song is the Irish Sea, which is between Carrickfergus and the Hebrides Island chain.
@@mjbachman3027 the pictures were taken on the west and south coast of Ireland, which answers the original question. The pictures are not of places mentioned in the song.
This is a gorgeous song, amd I've enjoyed many versions. But this one is particularly dear to me.
It's hard to believe that Loudon Wainwright sang The Swimming Song, Wine With Dinner, Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road and then produced this heart-tugger. Now that's range.
Im not Irish. Im from some remote corner of India. But this makes me so nostalgic. Ireland is a beautiful country with beautiful people who have suffered a lot in history. Your music has touched another soul...far far away
Too much suffering under British rule for so many. 🇮🇪💚🇮🇳
I went to Dublin in 2016 and sat in the airport weeping when it was time go come back to the u.s....This just takes me back. So nostalgic.
If I had to choose the one most beautiful recording of all time this would be it I guess. It contains all the desire a human being is able to feel and express. I have no words.
I'm crying everytime I hear this song.
Usually I don't show emotions.
But carrikfergus touches mes so deep inside.
Thank you 🙏💕
it's a melancholy one to be sure
My first and second grandsons were born in Belfast as their parents were living in Carrickfergus at the time. A beautiful town in a beautiful country. This is such a beautiful rendition and brings back fond memories (and tears).
Beautiful music and fantastic scenes 👌👍 Jim Sims, Holywood Co Down
One of the most beautiful native songs I have ever heard. Brings me to a beautiful peaceful place. God bless Ireland (From Oakland, California)
thank you for the comment!
So beautiful!
This song touches hearts... 👍❤
Thank you. 👏👏👏👏👏
I'm from Argentina and my grandmother was irish; when I hear this excelent piece I remember her singing this song while she was working in the garden. All my love to the irish people, Ireland is it's my next destiny. Good nights.
I'm sure you'll enjoy Ireland. I'd love to visit Argentina one day. P.S. Best of luck to Argentina in the World Cup! You guys should have no problem beating Iran and Nigeria in the next two games. *fingers crossed* A lot of my favourite players have been Argentinian: Gabriel Batistuta & Hernan Crespo!
Jabinho Hahahaha thank you, i just expect that Argentina don't cross to Germany in the semi finals, because we will loose again. "Gabo" Batistuta was the most valuable player in our selection, he has healthy problems now, he can't walk very well, he has his knees destroyed for bad healing while he was playing soccer.
Patricio Grassini :)
Just BEUTIFULL
My wish to visit Ireland.
Wow, what a lovely ballad and sung so well. Best version I have ever heard.
Me also.
Try Allisom Moorer. She is sublime.
Such a BEAUTIFUL SONG and just as Beautiful Photos. THANK YOU FOR SHARING IT WITH ME. GOD BLESS ALL.
I have always loved it... And with the passing of as many seasons as I have seen come and go, I can appreciate it even more now. And Wainwright does a wonderful version here.
This song makes me visit Ireland. Which men live there, who can feel so deep?
Great pics for this wonderful version. Thank you
Very nice job. I heard this song in the series Boardwalk Empire and had to see who sang it. Came across your video and immediately got all weepy. A big thumbs up!
His the best one that sing that song the best...love it...
What a beautiful song! Thanks for posting it.
Just beautful
Just beautiful
Nicer than words can afford xxxx
sublime
Beautiful.....
Beautiful song,beautiful country.
прекрасно.......
💜💜🎵🎵 Una de mis canciones favoritas....bellicima
Beautiful
But I'll sing no more now...til I get a drink...but I'm drunk todayyyyyy..boardwalk empire thank you
Amei
YES
😥
MY HARD DRIVE IDK WUR I FORGET okay god
I’m not Irish, but I wish I was.
nice pics bro where you get them
They are all taken by his wife. West coastal Ireland.
erin go bragh
Is the singer the same one who did "Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road"?
Mary Miller Carrickfergus was written circa 1700's. Author Unknown.
Yes
Dead Skunk was one of Loudon's earlier compositions - he is still writing meaningful songs 50 years on (nearly). Look him up on TH-cam.
@@morganfieldmckinley when I first heard Dead Skunk .... I knew i would never hear it again so I went out and bought it, this some 55 years ago
@@cphanna51Yeah, but at that time you didn't think that something called Internet would come, giving access to millions of songs, and to that of Loudon Wainwright, didn't you? 😉
Where are these pictures of please?
+Trisha Nichols all over the west coast of ireland mostly. i forget where exactly. places like inch beach, dingle, bantry, cliffs of moher, ring of kerry. my wife took all of them though.
Ballygrant and Kilmeny though are located in Scotland on the Hebrides Island of Islay. Kilkenny is not a town in Ireland or Scotland, but Kilmeny is a small town a few miles from Ballygrant. The sea in the song is the Irish Sea, which is between Carrickfergus and the Hebrides Island chain.
@@mjbachman3027 the pictures were taken on the west and south coast of Ireland, which answers the original question. The pictures are not of places mentioned in the song.
but loudon wain?