@RachelHardy Well I have enjoyed the series so far. Adar and Sauron's feud. The creation of the rings and seeing Galadriel take her own, which I believe in the future reference to the movies since the series is before in events that this is how she acquires her water power. Also Celebrimbor creating the rings for Sauron either unwillingly or willingly seems very interesting to me. The stranger to me is the most intriguing character due to the powers he has and me trying to figure out if he is Gandalf or not. I think I enjoy s2 more then 1. What about you ? What do u think of Season 2 so far ?
Still haven't watched S1 yet - watched the first two episodes and didn't really feel it click with me 😂 I might have to give it another try just so Prime will stop giving me ads for it any time I'm watching something else...
Fun fact: the verses of this song come from three songs from book one of The Lord of the Rings: - Goldberry's greeting at the end of Chapter VI - The Old Forest - Frodo's song at the beginning of Chapter VII - In the House of Tom Bombadil - the only writing down part of Tom's first song in Chapter VII - In the House of Tom Bombadil This makes you singing this perfect.
I have read the book, after the episode when this plays. my girlfriend had nothing but a puzzled look as I had the widest grin on my face and near tears in eyes.
So cool that McCreary saw this. Well deserved, as soon as I heard it in the show I thought “Rachel’s gonna do this one and it’s gonna be incredible”. Imagine that. I was right.
Personally, I think this song is the absolutely peak of magic that the series has hit. If Tolkien heard this he'd probably drop his pipe, throw his hat on, and go for a walk to write a poem about light on dew that rest on lily petals. I could easily see you as Goldberry. I haven't listened to the Goldberry song as I'm waiting to watch it on the series, but man, this song just hits perfectly. Wish more film studios could actually understand how sacred a form of art film can become when it is interlaced with music and poetry.
This. Obviously the series is FULL of issues, but there are moments where they touch upon the magic. It makes me sad that they couldn't apply this quality to it all, but I try to stay focused on the pieces I love, rather than settling in the hate so many do.
@@user-jt1js5mr3f while I disagree for the most part about the series being FULL of issues (mostly because even Tolkien said his work was inadequate and he was undecided with a lot of things and the show runners are having to tell a particular storyline which is a mad undertaking so I have to give them credit) I love your comment and how you are expressing that you have issues with it but you are also understanding that it has moments of magic. Disagreements like this make the stars shine brighter yet ✨
@@oenchanteddoveart6294 I always try to find the good bits in something I don’t like, or is widely considered bad. To be clear, I don’t hate the show. I also defend the premise that ANYTHING written about the 2nd Age requires new content to be written because it’s just too thin. Even for the 1st Age, there’s just nothing narratively comparable to LotR or the Hobbit (with the exception of CoH or BaL, but even then), so I have more patience there than many seem to.
Yeah they cooked with this one. It's the only thing in ROP so far that has made me feel like I'm watching the LOTR trilogy again. In my opinion, Season 2 is much better than Season 1, but it could still use some work. Hopefully they keep this momentum.
@@Not_Ciel agreed on s2 being much improved, the deception of Celebrimbor has been excellent in my opinion. I do feel like most of the locations have felt like middle earth, and I love how much practicality is present
Now let the song begin, let us sing together Of sun, stars, moon and mist, rain and cloudy weather Light on the budding leaf, dew on the feather Wind on the open hill, bells on the heather Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter Old Tom Bombadil is a merry fellow Bright blue his jackеt is, and his boots are yellow Reeds by the shady pool, liliеs on the water Old Tom Bombadil and the river-daughter Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter Old Tom Bombadil is a merry fellow!
Your interpretation of this song has brought me to tears although I have not been able to do so for a long time. Thank you for your endeavours and may you preserve your dedication and passion.
This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard. I’ve loved these books since I was a child, and this finally does Bombadil and Goldberry justice. I love the Rings of Power, though I’m on the fence about the Tom Bombadil episode- I’m not sure he really fits with the story- but I love your version of this song so much that I’m glad they decided to include him anyway!
Eldest, that's what I am. Mark my words, my friends: Tom was here before the river and the trees; Tom remembers the first raindrop and the first acorn. He made paths before the Big People, and saw the Little People arriving. He was here before the Kings and the graves and the Barrow-wights. When the Elves passed westward, Tom was here already, before the seas were bent. He knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside
Beautiful Rachel. You truly have the gift of singing. God bless your voice always as it brings light, joy, and warmth to a world who is increasingly getting colder.
The most challenging thing about Rachel, is to NOT fall in love with her. Her beauty, her sense of style, her voice, her personality, so much to love here. I dare anyone to watch a few of her videos and NOT fall in love with her. Such a rare and singular beauty, like finding a finely polished diamond in the rough. Thank you, Rachel. Watching your videos always brings me joy. I can't help but have a smile on my face after, the vision of your face and voice in my head to help carry me through another day.
Don't ask me why, but there's something so magic in her beauty and her voice, that I believe not the fairest and wisest of elves dare to speak about this charm for the fear of not illustrating it with the right words in quenya, sindarin or any other known languages in middle earth. An amazing song indeed made by this amazing lady! ❤
I love your cover! It's like hearing Goldberry singing. The music in The Rings of Power is wonderful, Bear McCreary is a great composer and this is among his best works. Thank you and I hope even more people will watch the series after hearing your beautiful voice.
Everything fits perfectly in this song, your voice, the instruments. I think it took me 10 seconds to love the song. So much talent in one person, how is it possible ?
Yesssss was hoping you were going to cover this one. Absolutely perfect. (Also, my daughter was watching this with me and had this face the whole time 😮)
This song got you a new sub! Also I'm in tears, truly captured the joy and innocence of Tom but also his deep understanding and love of ME. Very Hobbitesq in your rendition of Bears composition. Brings to mind Gandalf singing as he enters Bag End.
Another wonderful song. I am also drawn to this beautiful song, as you said you were. Your deep connection with Middle Earth really adds another dimension to your performance of this song, over and above the magic your voice brings to it. As always the audio and video quality are superb. Thanks again!
Amazing performance as always Rae, also watching the music production beforehand really makes it easier to identify and appreciate all the musical elements of the song.
I am 76 and have lost much of my hearing yet I hope I can hear this song and your beautiful voice when the time comes for me to pass into the next world. thank you.
Hi Rachel! I was so happy to see Bear mention you on Twitter. I made sure to comment as well and included how i adored your version of This Wandering Day as well! Such a beautiful voice and a wonderful job with Ol Tom! I'm curious, would you be open to try High King Gil-Galad's "Golden Leaves" song as performed by Benjamin Walker in the new season? Cheers Rachel!
I liked this on Rings of Power. I've never been able to satisfactorily imagine what the song was supposed to sound like. And you cover it amazingly as always! 🙂
What a beautiful cover! And what a relief to find something I can actually sing along to in the car! (I can technically sing with the soundtrack version, but matching Wainwright or going up an octave are the extreme limits of my range, and I suck at figuring what I should be singing instead. 😅)
Thank you all so much for watching!! I’d love to hear what you think of the new season in the comments - did you watch it? What do you think so far?
I think it was the best episode ever aired. I'd like to see Mrs. Goldberry.And my comment about you is always the same.Hannon le
@RachelHardy Well I have enjoyed the series so far. Adar and Sauron's feud. The creation of the rings and seeing Galadriel take her own, which I believe in the future reference to the movies since the series is before in events that this is how she acquires her water power.
Also Celebrimbor creating the rings for Sauron either unwillingly or willingly seems very interesting to me. The stranger to me is the most intriguing character due to the powers he has and me trying to figure out if he is Gandalf or not.
I think I enjoy s2 more then 1.
What about you ?
What do u think of Season 2 so far ?
Still haven't watched S1 yet - watched the first two episodes and didn't really feel it click with me 😂
I might have to give it another try just so Prime will stop giving me ads for it any time I'm watching something else...
I like the second season more , but it may because I am not expecting too much anymore.
I this this episodes until now was better from previous season
If this isn't Goldberry singing then I don't know what is. Just beautiful.
this is an underrated comment :)
Fun fact: the verses of this song come from three songs from book one of The Lord of the Rings:
- Goldberry's greeting at the end of Chapter VI - The Old Forest
- Frodo's song at the beginning of Chapter VII - In the House of Tom Bombadil
- the only writing down part of Tom's first song in Chapter VII - In the House of Tom Bombadil
This makes you singing this perfect.
I have read the book, after the episode when this plays. my girlfriend had nothing but a puzzled look as I had the widest grin on my face and near tears in eyes.
Amen.
Fucking Amenn 🥲
So cool that McCreary saw this. Well deserved, as soon as I heard it in the show I thought “Rachel’s gonna do this one and it’s gonna be incredible”. Imagine that. I was right.
Personally, I think this song is the absolutely peak of magic that the series has hit. If Tolkien heard this he'd probably drop his pipe, throw his hat on, and go for a walk to write a poem about light on dew that rest on lily petals. I could easily see you as Goldberry. I haven't listened to the Goldberry song as I'm waiting to watch it on the series, but man, this song just hits perfectly. Wish more film studios could actually understand how sacred a form of art film can become when it is interlaced with music and poetry.
This. Obviously the series is FULL of issues, but there are moments where they touch upon the magic. It makes me sad that they couldn't apply this quality to it all, but I try to stay focused on the pieces I love, rather than settling in the hate so many do.
@@user-jt1js5mr3f while I disagree for the most part about the series being FULL of issues (mostly because even Tolkien said his work was inadequate and he was undecided with a lot of things and the show runners are having to tell a particular storyline which is a mad undertaking so I have to give them credit) I love your comment and how you are expressing that you have issues with it but you are also understanding that it has moments of magic. Disagreements like this make the stars shine brighter yet ✨
@@oenchanteddoveart6294 I always try to find the good bits in something I don’t like, or is widely considered bad.
To be clear, I don’t hate the show. I also defend the premise that ANYTHING written about the 2nd Age requires new content to be written because it’s just too thin. Even for the 1st Age, there’s just nothing narratively comparable to LotR or the Hobbit (with the exception of CoH or BaL, but even then), so I have more patience there than many seem to.
Yeah they cooked with this one. It's the only thing in ROP so far that has made me feel like I'm watching the LOTR trilogy again. In my opinion, Season 2 is much better than Season 1, but it could still use some work. Hopefully they keep this momentum.
@@Not_Ciel agreed on s2 being much improved, the deception of Celebrimbor has been excellent in my opinion.
I do feel like most of the locations have felt like middle earth, and I love how much practicality is present
Truly the voice of River Daughter. Thank you for sharing with us!
LOOOOOOVE this... would love to do a version of this with you!!!
LETS DO IT
Can't wait. 👀
We need this.
Avengers Assembled
@@RachelHardy You know you are doing things the right way when Peter Hollens himself asks you to do a song with him.
Your singing, Rachel, is truly stunning. Thank you so much for your new great song, it so nice that Edgar wanted to take part in it.
He’s never too far away :) I’m glad he made a little appearance!
Now let the song begin, let us sing together
Of sun, stars, moon and mist, rain and cloudy weather
Light on the budding leaf, dew on the feather
Wind on the open hill, bells on the heather
Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water
Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter
Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after
Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter
Old Tom Bombadil is a merry fellow
Bright blue his jackеt is, and his boots are yellow
Reeds by the shady pool, liliеs on the water
Old Tom Bombadil and the river-daughter
Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water
Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter
Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after
Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter
Oh slender as a willow-wand, oh clearer than clear water
Oh reed by the living pool, fair river-daughter
Oh spring-time and summer-time, and spring again after
Oh wind on the waterfall, and the leaves' laughter
Old Tom Bombadil is a merry fellow!
Never trust a man with yellow boots.
Bear McCreary knocked it out of the park with this composition. I didn't expect to like it but I can't get enough of it now... 😭
Your interpretation of this song has brought me to tears although I have not been able to do so for a long time. Thank you for your endeavours and may you preserve your dedication and passion.
Köszönjük!
This is beautifully made, even the clothes and all. Bravo 👏
This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard. I’ve loved these books since I was a child, and this finally does Bombadil and Goldberry justice.
I love the Rings of Power, though I’m on the fence about the Tom Bombadil episode- I’m not sure he really fits with the story- but I love your version of this song so much that I’m glad they decided to include him anyway!
From listening to your music at school to listening to it at the office, it’s been a long journey
Why did this comment hit me in the feels
Music can save rings of power?? Music and love can perform the miracle... Big thanks Rachel.
Eldest, that's what I am. Mark my words, my friends: Tom was here before the river and the trees; Tom remembers the first raindrop and the first acorn. He made paths before the Big People, and saw the Little People arriving. He was here before the Kings and the graves and the Barrow-wights. When the Elves passed westward, Tom was here already, before the seas were bent. He knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside
Beautiful Rachel. You truly have the gift of singing. God bless your voice always as it brings light, joy, and warmth to a world who is increasingly getting colder.
Magnifica. Bravissima! The best song of "New" Tolkien world... Ciao!
Oh you do a wonderful work! Thanks for all you Songs❤. I love it so much😊.
Brings tears to my eyes
The most challenging thing about Rachel, is to NOT fall in love with her. Her beauty, her sense of style, her voice, her personality, so much to love here. I dare anyone to watch a few of her videos and NOT fall in love with her. Such a rare and singular beauty, like finding a finely polished diamond in the rough. Thank you, Rachel. Watching your videos always brings me joy. I can't help but have a smile on my face after, the vision of your face and voice in my head to help carry me through another day.
Don't ask me why, but there's something so magic in her beauty and her voice, that I believe not the fairest and wisest of elves dare to speak about this charm for the fear of not illustrating it with the right words in quenya, sindarin or any other known languages in middle earth.
An amazing song indeed made by this amazing lady! ❤
Oh my god, no one can say it better than that
Absolutely beautiful song. Tom Bombadil is one of my absolute favorite characters. His poem is beautiful, and you've done an incredible job.
Beautiful!! ❤❤❤
its hauntingly beautiful!❤
Such an undeniable synergy of emotion and magical tones that take listeners on a wonderful journey, countless cheers!
I love your cover! It's like hearing Goldberry singing. The music in The Rings of Power is wonderful, Bear McCreary is a great composer and this is among his best works. Thank you and I hope even more people will watch the series after hearing your beautiful voice.
This song makes me feel welcome in a way I can't quite explain.
Everything fits perfectly in this song, your voice, the instruments. I think it took me 10 seconds to love the song. So much talent in one person, how is it possible ?
😍
Yesssss was hoping you were going to cover this one. Absolutely perfect. (Also, my daughter was watching this with me and had this face the whole time 😮)
'Ello.👋🏻
Thank you so much!!! We need to collab one of these days!
This song got you a new sub! Also I'm in tears, truly captured the joy and innocence of Tom but also his deep understanding and love of ME. Very Hobbitesq in your rendition of Bears composition. Brings to mind Gandalf singing as he enters Bag End.
Season 2 has been such a blast, and your cover has me convinced you're Goldberry!
Beautiful cover!!
How can someone sing so beautifully? Angel from the sky it can not be anything else!
Another wonderful song. I am also drawn to this beautiful song, as you said you were. Your deep connection with Middle Earth really adds another dimension to your performance of this song, over and above the magic your voice brings to it. As always the audio and video quality are superb. Thanks again!
This was... blissful. Thank you for doing this. I'll be listening to more of you
I could listen to you sing for hours. You have an absolutely amazing singing talent! Thank you for this cover, Rachel!
Your voice is so beautiful and spiritual, it pierces my soul! God has gifted you greatly, my dear. Thank you for sharing your precious gift with us. 🌷
I like this song.
Been listening to it over and over again - I replay the episode, and skip to the ending for the song.
Beautiful cover.
This song just brought me so much inner peace. I needed that. Thank you Rachel!
Thank you for existing Rachel. You make the world a brighter place.
Any day that starts with a new song from you is gonna be a good day! This is beautiful, Rachel! ❤ and also the kitty cat!
That's just lovely. 🥰 You and Goldberry. 😁I'm so glad to hear that song, and you sing it so well!
So lovely! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent with us!
Also, can't wait for more Season 2 episodes!
Goldberry, is that you?
What a beautiful cover! ❤ (and yes, its wonderful the way this show uses music)
Always so classy, ....simple yet so rich.....beautiful!
This is the most magical, beautiful, strong, stylish cover 🩵✨ You are amazing!
I love the show and this as well!!! 🩷🩷
Yesss I love this song so much. Was hoping you'd cover it! :)
Beautiful.
You can always count on me to get on the LotR stuff 😊
❤❤❤Будет замечательно🎉🎉@@RachelHardy
@@RachelHardyany chance you’d consider covering Golden Leaves in Elvish from the same season?
difficult days a song to dream and relax I left it on loop
Amazing job Rachel! I’ll tell you, your covers make me want to watch Rings of Power now.
Stunning...
Rachel: That was so good I got shivers. Truly lovely. You still have it! Nice kitty cat too!
Amazing performance as always Rae, also watching the music production beforehand really makes it easier to identify and appreciate all the musical elements of the song.
This is just beautiful! I was having a tough day yesterday, and your voice and these lyrics just transported me away to Middle Earth. Thank you.
I am 76 and have lost much of my hearing yet I hope I can hear this song and your beautiful voice when the time comes for me to pass into the next world. thank you.
You will my friend. Because the journey doesn't end here. Death is just a transition. To another road ahead. TB
Incredible cover performance! Love this song 🥰
Gorgeous cover. Been loving the series, especially after this episode, the Quenya and how Galadriel was addressed by Adar. A lot of neat lore tidbits.
Absolutely enchanting!
Rachel’s voice is as clear as crystal! Heavenly……
I love RoP, its story line & its music. 🤗
Hi Rachel! I was so happy to see Bear mention you on Twitter. I made sure to comment as well and included how i adored your version of This Wandering Day as well! Such a beautiful voice and a wonderful job with Ol Tom!
I'm curious, would you be open to try High King Gil-Galad's "Golden Leaves" song as performed by Benjamin Walker in the new season?
Cheers Rachel!
This is simply beautiful.
Absolutely delightful 🥰
this is so beautiful ❤ rings of power is amazing
😂
@@wolfmauler my reaction after looking at your pfp
@@pedroider And the reactions of humans with fully functioning brains to your dumb comment.
Oh guau!, the cosplay, the song, your voice, the beat. Everything is bautiful! congratulation!
Such a beautiful performance, Rachel!
I liked this on Rings of Power. I've never been able to satisfactorily imagine what the song was supposed to sound like. And you cover it amazingly as always! 🙂
I’ve always wondered the same too! Quite the undertaking to put it to music and I thought Bear did a great job
Beauty, creative and talented, what a great combo
May we all live with grace and peace like Uncle Tom. 💚💚💚
An incredible cover! Goosebumps.
Absolutely lovely!
Amazing and soulful!
Truly beautiful 💕💕💕
Pure joy to watch and listen to!
So good, love this cover! I also like the new season very much so far!
You have such a beautiful voice. Bear Mcreary has been brilliant.
Love it!
Lovely song. And the Edgar photobomb is a nice touch. 😺
I’ll let him know that the reviews for his video-bombing are glowing 😂🎉
Absolutely beautiful.
This song is haunting me lately, and love your rendition
Such a lovely rendition Rachel 😮🙌 your voice and music just keep getting better and better ❤😊
As always your music is beautiful, and always brings joy to me.
Thanks for listening!!
That hit so close to home. Thank you for sharing! ❤
I cannot stop listening. Total earworm. So good!
Beautifully sung and an amazing performance thanks for sharing ❤❤❤
Love this song.
Been hoping you'd cover this, thankyou❤
Wonderfully done!
Most beautiful voice on TH-cam.❤ Amazing work as always👌
Your control is beautiful here, then you play the instruments. Utterly Incredible
Amazing 👏👏👏🖤🖤🖤
I was feeling pretty down today, but after watching this it put me in a better mood😊Every song you do is pure magic.
I hope your week gets better!!
@@RachelHardy I have no doubt that it will. 😊
What a beautiful cover! And what a relief to find something I can actually sing along to in the car! (I can technically sing with the soundtrack version, but matching Wainwright or going up an octave are the extreme limits of my range, and I suck at figuring what I should be singing instead. 😅)
Absolutely stunnig! Thank you for that
Thank you for singing it❤❤
Beautiful, thank you!
Magnificent voice, splendid music, thank you very much for this sweetness
Absolutely stunning ❤❤❤❤
Absolutely amazing! Beautiful performance!