Donny Gerrard - lead vocal || BJ Cook - back vocals || Carl Graves - back vocals || Alan Mix - guitar || David Foster - keyboards || Steve Pugsley - bass || Brian Hilton - drums
I've loved it since I first heard it at around age 12 I suppose. That was 48 years ago. Such a classic song!
@BillBriggs-z8h
22 күн бұрын
still here. This came out during my third year of university. Dating the first woman I ever really loved. More than 50 years later it's a beautiful song. A one hit wonder for David Foster's band, but an great contribution to the music of the day.
@rizzrizz2291
15 күн бұрын
Tyrese made this song sound magical
@dianahaughton7036
7 күн бұрын
Beautiful, the strength of a woman, still listening in 2024.
@stilrockn
10 жыл бұрын
Hi.. I was there and can tell you exactly how Wildflower came to be. Dave was madly in love with his beautiful wife, and she was a nurse, when she would come home from a day or sickness and sadness, she would cry and tell him how hard it was and how helpless she felt at times. He wrote this poem for her, to lift her spirits and to let her know how much he appreciated her tireless dedication.. Dave brought the lyrics over to us at a band rehearsal.. and left them on the piano, when we took a break, I picked them up, read them and started bawling, I thought he had written them for, me! Which is why it's a killer song, everyone can relate, everyone takes it personally.. but the person who was really inspired was Doug Edwards, who wrote that incredible melody.. However, the Triple D Trio.. Donny, Doug, and Dave is why that song is timeless, not to mention the brilliant arrangement by David Foster.. Skylark, a one hit wonder, but what a band and what a song!
@smithwilliamn7090
10 жыл бұрын
I just love the lines "Sleep is the only freedom she knows" and "She's always paying for a debt she never owed". As as a hospice volunteer I often share this with staff. Glad to get the back story here directly from you. Originally I thought it was about something totally different.
@alceecopeland4630
10 жыл бұрын
Smith WilliamN Thanks for the heads up...30yrs. later (Ol'skool)
@JP5466
10 жыл бұрын
BJ, you are awesome! Thank you very much for this fantastic music. This song brings tears every time I hear this... so beautiful. Only a troll would thumb down this video.
@aloquicious
9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the story behind the song. It makes it even more beautiful. Its one my all time favorite songs. Man that kid could sing! And so effortlessly!
@tyarb52
9 жыл бұрын
I sent this to Allan Mix through his wife...such a sweet story, thanks for sharing!!
@user-cz6ty2tl9d
6 ай бұрын
This song always reminds me of my. Mother. Since I was 17, now I'm 61. One Christmas I had it copied into a CD and gave it to hr. Later that night when she heard it, she called and said thank you and said that that was probably the most beautiful heart felt gift ever, and now she knows that I know her. She just died last Friday and I'm hoping to play it at her service
@elenaarman-tang7811
4 ай бұрын
So sorry for the loss of your mom 😥
@brindafarr-boyd3347
Ай бұрын
Aww condolences to you and your family 🙏🏽
@ohh338
Ай бұрын
Sorry about your mom. My condolences to you
@dawnbeber5030
Күн бұрын
It reminds me of my mom too, I’m 62 my mom died in 2019 with a broken heart. But I can relate too. “Sleeps the only freedom that she knows.”
@lizfernandez1183
3 ай бұрын
My daddy would say this song reminded him of me when I was younger. I just lost him at 63, my age. This makes me cry, I miss him so much
@Ann-st8et
3 ай бұрын
So sorry. Your dad was a special man if he thought that deeply. I hope you can find comfort in his memories, and music.
@brindafarr-boyd3347
Ай бұрын
My deepest condolences to you I pray that you allow the God of comfort to strengthen & comfort yo & your family. Be encouraged 🙏🏽🤎
@chamandaburris7277
28 күн бұрын
Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad in 2021. He was only parent when my mom gave up custody when they divorced. He sang this song to me all the time. So blessed to be his wildflower.
@stormsbrewingnc5898
2 жыл бұрын
Rest In peace Donny Gerrard. Thanks for the music. Fly high. 😢
@catherinecarella2928
2 жыл бұрын
R.I.P., Donny. A beautiful voice that can now be heard in heaven.
@hildacoronado4174
2 жыл бұрын
Rest in paradise, Donny Gerard. Your voice was one in a trillion. >^..^
@SeraphicRomance
7 жыл бұрын
I was born nowhere near the 70's when this song came out. I actually found out about this song from a drama airing this year as "Wildflower." I'm so glad that they're bringing back such good music from the 70's for youth like me to realize.
@carloflorez8697
2 жыл бұрын
I think back to when I was incarcerated in a California Prison. An Oldie night would be on. KJLH with Mr. Sandman. The fellas would gather an listen. The Silence that overcame us when this song was played was amazing. Everyone in their own Realm of Reminiscence. Eyes looking into what others couldn't. This Song always brings my Soul to Life within. True Classic.😎🇲🇽
@missazn313
9 жыл бұрын
I am 52 years old and this has been my favorite song since I was 8 years old. Love it.
@BABYBOY-tv1yh
5 жыл бұрын
U pretty
@heels8262
5 жыл бұрын
Dear I'm 54 years old and this is my all-time favorite song, my babysitter Cathy have me an orange transistor radio with a m. only and it was in 77 for my 13th birthday and this was the very first song I heard on it and has never left my ears darlin' it's just a perfect poem from a cop to his girlfriend !!! Awesome music back when we were young!!!!
@BABYBOY-tv1yh
5 жыл бұрын
@@heels8262 u r so damn pretty
@beatorres6871
5 жыл бұрын
I'm 62😊❤
@MarklovesJoan
5 жыл бұрын
Heard it first when I was 13...in 1973...and I love it still as well.
@allieg.1120
3 жыл бұрын
This is a gem of a song. I loved it in the 70's and still do. It's timeless.
@vickiedwards3915
4 жыл бұрын
This piece stopped me in my tracks when I heard it first, it cut through my young soul - it was 1972 and I was 21, I felt so old and yet I knew I should I feel young. Now at 68, my old-young heart is still reaching for the understanding that these lyrics said was out there, somewhere. The lead voice - oh, my!
@davehamilton8034
4 жыл бұрын
I heard this for the first time in 45 yrs. the other day. I forgot how beautiful it is. Knocked me off my feet AGAIN! Bless you, honey!!
@angiesappracone1478
6 ай бұрын
When a man is a real man he lets his heart praise his beloved wife .. in all his words. To her. ~ it shows and it’s ..Magic. ❤❤❤
@josephesposito3499
Ай бұрын
When a wo-MAN is something other than a hoe, she'll deserve a good MAN./
@leadchick
2 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful, mesmerizing song. I'm sorry to learn of Mr. Gerrard's passing, but glad to know he went peacefully, surrounded by his family. RIP.
@alcambrola2834
2 жыл бұрын
I just found out today. RIP Donny.
@deescott3856
2 жыл бұрын
You made me feel that it was ok to feel sadness but I was still strong. Thank you Donny RIP.
@Morgainell
2 жыл бұрын
Just found out, my absolute favorite song... I am sorry to hear of his passing, his legacy will live on . Rest in Peace Mr. Gerrard.
@selket51
7 жыл бұрын
Whenever I hear this song, I start to cry. My daughter passed away last September and this song truly reminds me of her. Sleep was indeed the only freedom that she knew! Rest in peace my beautiful daughter ...Mom xxx
@dmvtroopa
6 жыл бұрын
I have 2 daughters and idk what I would do if I was to lose either one of them..u are truly stronger than I could ever hope to Be🙏
@lorenzacoleman690
6 жыл бұрын
Jo Zee sorry for your loss. I know she was a special young lady.
@DZ-wz3bz
6 жыл бұрын
I have chosen this song for my daughters funeral as well....for the same reason
@DZ-wz3bz
6 жыл бұрын
My daughter passed Sept 26
@Frapzoid
5 жыл бұрын
Hang in there Jo.
@raymondgarafano8604
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for this nice song, It reminds me of my wife Sofia, a sweet and dainty flower I had for a wife of a year and 76 days, taken by a very quick illness. She had some problems and a sweet way about her. I was so well blessed by Jesus to have known her.
@williammartin4220
Жыл бұрын
This son never gets old and is a timeless classic.
@donnacristino4957
3 жыл бұрын
Brought me to tears.... Beautiful - absolutely moves your soul.....
@stilrockn
9 жыл бұрын
I am very proud that Wildflower has had over a million hits, which only proves that a good song is timeless. It's a beautiful song, song by Donny Gerrard and his amazingly distinctive sound, it was perfect.. and then add David Foster to the mix.. Donny is currently on the road with Mavis Staples. Congratulations to all the killer musicians who played with us in Skylark.. you will always be, my boys of summer!
@nicholasjackson382
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you for commenting BJ! I don't know if you folks realize this, but BJ is an original member of Skylark! What a treat for her to grace us with her presence!
@stilrockn
9 жыл бұрын
Nicholas Jackson NIcholas, thanks for the kind words.. We did two songs when we didi the Midnight Special. Donny did Wildflower and I did Woodstock.. check it out..it's on youtube as well. I am 8 1/2 months preg with Amy.. who by the way, is a killer song writer, she has written all Michael Buble's hits.. Happy New Year..
@nicholasjackson382
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you BJ, and the very best to you this New Year!
@mrkinthdrk325
9 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome song, gives me chills still, 40 years later....thank you...
@raidernight2000
9 жыл бұрын
Bj Cook I Love you skylark.All these years later and I still go numb when I hear Donny sing those beautiful words.A true standout that will always continue to blow me away.
@juicypeach2286
Жыл бұрын
This song has always reminded me of my late mother. This was her song. She got me hooked on r and b when I was 7 yrs old. There was always music playing. It has saved me in some really dark moments.
@FeralPlumber
Жыл бұрын
Such a great song; it's like a combination R&B/Rock power ballad........
@bigdawg7703
2 жыл бұрын
It brings me back in time to the 60s and early 70s whenever I hear it. Music has just a amazing way of allowing one to go back in time and remember exactly where you were decades after hearing songs like this. Could you imagine a life without music?
@alvinwconstantine72
3 ай бұрын
Bigdawg I always thought suicide is for weak people.But a world without music would drive me suicidal 😅😅😅😅😅😅
@kylerelleve3038
Жыл бұрын
I was 16 years old on this song ! We party a lot in Philippines 🇵🇭 I love this song because you can dance the lady hand to hand ✋ Beautiful music to reckon .
@patriotsdesign
11 жыл бұрын
That song is timeless! Beautifully sung by Donny. Never gets old!
@bootss.9642
2 жыл бұрын
RIP Donny. Thanks for all the music but especially this gem I have loved since it was released. Thoughts are with his loved ones.
@dougsamm3267
6 жыл бұрын
This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful songs in existence
@MaryLMaxwell
14 жыл бұрын
I have loved this song for decades. It sounds just as good now as it did long ago.
@zzsloane
2 жыл бұрын
I have always loved this song
@bonzotalonzo9072
6 жыл бұрын
Still listening to this in 2018 as I did in the 70's. Some songs you just never forget. Dynamic ! Great vocals !!
@stilrockn
10 жыл бұрын
Donny Gerrard continues to be one of my favourite singers.. a true Canadian treasure. Listening to that track, I think it's safe to use the word, timeless. The other wonderful thing about Skylark was that we sounded as good live, and on that record. No gimmicks just a good sound system and some really good players, making really good music! Unlike the Grammicks!
@smithwilliamn7090
10 жыл бұрын
Great song BJ but I hope you burned that dress :)
@stilrockn
10 жыл бұрын
Smith WilliamN Really? You don't like that vintage flower print? LOL Yes it's long gone.. however, I know for a fact that Donny Gerrard still has that entire outfit that he's wearing... I'm sure he doesn't wear it while out on the road with Mavis Staples, but it's tucked away in a safe place... LOL
@brotzmannsax
10 жыл бұрын
As touching a song you will ever hear, anyone who feels it is reminded of someone close to them. My dedication is to my sister, who loved and lived this song in the 70's, I still get goose bumps. BJ Cook, it is certainly wonderful to see you still alive and kicking here with your comments. I read you were pregnant at this moment here, so everyone please stop "picking" on her dress (ha!) Speaking of clothes how about Carl Graves' outfit! BJ your backing vocals were splendid AND you are correct, one hit but still a beauty & timeless, thanks for the memories!
@smithwilliamn7090
10 жыл бұрын
O.K. flowers for the song versus plaid. Those sleeves are what killed it for me. Looks like B.J. should be the dealer in Kenny Rogers the Gambler. Kind of 1880's saloon dealer look. Still love the vocals and emotion of the song. This is one you know from the start, who sings it as well as where you first heard it. Always puts back in a certain place in time.
@stilrockn
9 жыл бұрын
Hey Fashion Police. it was 1973, I was 8 1/2 months pregnant, trust me for the time, we were 'cool' .. Of course we all laugh when we look at those pic now.. but hey, we were on the Midnight Special, so who gives a F*ck what we are wearing, we sounded amazing!
@lisawallace7531
10 жыл бұрын
I still own my 45 record of this song…bought it as a young teen. So delicate and soulful. At the time, I had no idea how powerful these lyrics were. Now, as a mom and wife, I think it's more of a quiet anthem. And, now, reading about the backstory, I love it even more.
@paulpipkin3554
6 жыл бұрын
If I've played this song a 1001 times since the song's inception... it's still very moving and soothing from ear day one ...Long Live The 70's !!!
@bobolulu7615
2 жыл бұрын
I do not have enough words to describe how bloody good this song is, from the words to the music. And to think this version here was recorded live. Bravo.
@beverlywright5045
11 жыл бұрын
I have heard other artist sing this song and so far they can't hold a candle to this group. I was in 21 when this song hit the charts and going through some pretty tough times and sleep was the only peace I had. I wasn't depressed I was just weary. This song also brought me peace And I can honestly say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. And songs like this can pull you through. I thank God for the countless songs that have pulled me out of the darkness. : )
@lajuned925
2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't said it better.
@bruceandgrandkids6426
11 ай бұрын
The O’Jays do a great version of this song
@83delgado
10 ай бұрын
@@bruceandgrandkids6426new birth too
@gloriagreen2579
10 ай бұрын
New Birth's version takes it to a whole other level!
@mead9
9 ай бұрын
There is a group that follows this one. Check out New Birth with their version. It is pretty sultry.
@listen2100
7 жыл бұрын
I am unbelievably,without time,totally in LOVE with this song and all it stands for.......70S Girl forever!
@iwasthor
11 жыл бұрын
This had to be the, "saddest", best song I every heard.
@deborahmacneil8484
8 жыл бұрын
One of the beautiful heart felt song ever written. This is true song writing.
@girpo
Жыл бұрын
To me, perhaps the greatest song ever written. It’s just so beautiful, and the melody is like being in a beautiful trance and takes you away with it the whole song. I could never be without it….😌
@StevenC32
6 жыл бұрын
I heard this song on the radio after many years and it brought back memories from my childhood.
@fridaygemefya9157
3 жыл бұрын
THANKS SKYLARK FOR THIS SOULFUL,GREAT AND POWERFUL SONG. LYRICS SO ON POINT
@LeeLeeWilliams-1908
5 жыл бұрын
Listening to this in 2019- This classic song never gets old such a beautiful song and voice. Thanks to all involved for this timeless classic.
@karenbauer-adams1648
7 жыл бұрын
I have LOVED this song since the FIRST TIME I ever heard it...Still gives me "goose bumps"...Donny Gerrard has a voice of an Angel! Thanks Skylark!
@michaelangileo2760
9 жыл бұрын
One of my favorites of all time. Praise God, so beautiful !!!
@alhuggins3646
9 жыл бұрын
if anyone recognizes the name David Foster, the famous Canadian musical genius/producer,singer/songwriter/musical mentor to some of the world's biggest stars, then this is him in his very first band. just a bit of musical history for you.....
@dimples6596
13 жыл бұрын
One of the best songs ever written, and so beautifully sung!! Lyrics!! Is the guitar awesome or what???!!! Wow!!
@michaelholmes4183
7 жыл бұрын
One of those 1970's songs played with my special love long gone. The music brings her magic back to me forever...........
@klaver1433
7 жыл бұрын
This is the first song that popped on the radio after my mom died at the age of 59. I cried almost constantly, but this song comforted me right away. It's like I can feel and touch my mom when I'm listening to Wildflower.
@alcambrola2834
2 жыл бұрын
We considered having this song played at the ending of my mom's funeral service. We changed our mind at the last minute. It was a collective decision. Now I regret it. I sing this song at Karaoke and in my mind, it's devoted to her.
@SharlaBaird78
9 жыл бұрын
I wasnt born yet but i thank my dad for embedding me with awesome music of this era. Im 36 and rather listen to good stories sung effortlessly than some of the stuff i hear today...this is a fave of mine !
@ClearandHealthyBoundaries
2 ай бұрын
My mom is the same way. She used to dedicate thus song to me.
@marilyn48ful
8 жыл бұрын
This song saved me from a lot of lonely nights as a teen, beautiful.
@Tubulous123
7 жыл бұрын
West Coast musician Doug Edwards composed Wildflower for Skylark -died in Vancouver of throat cancer at the age of 70. RIP Deepest appreciation
@smithwilliamn7090
6 жыл бұрын
Happy birthday to Doug.
@tamarawallace8270
6 жыл бұрын
tell him thanks for a hand held out too me, a heart mended!
@williammartin4220
3 жыл бұрын
RIP Mr Edwards
@58dhart
7 жыл бұрын
Is it OK.....that a brotha's eyes are watering listening to this??
@joethornell8856
7 жыл бұрын
D Boogie hell yes. this is an awesome song. Takes me back to 1973, walking her to the door, getting them "blue balls"
@joannehenry4595
7 жыл бұрын
Of course! It is a great tune and the performance is classic soul/rock! Beauty!
@bleuskye8124
6 жыл бұрын
D Boogie Totally ok
@mr.leonard1687
6 жыл бұрын
D Boogie HEY
@mr.leonard1687
6 жыл бұрын
D Boogie are you from Albany
@lc.c6835
8 жыл бұрын
When I first heard as a child, I liked it instantly and now as an adult, I appreciate this fine song. The vocals are clear, the harmonizing is amazing and the instruments compliments the song. Excellent and great post.
@luisitoreyes7396
7 жыл бұрын
marvin gaye
@bruceleachman5578
10 жыл бұрын
I first heard it when I was 17. It sent chills down my spine. Still does. And sung from the heart. In the top 100 all time lyrics.
@rxs98
8 жыл бұрын
This song is beautiful. I remember when I first heard it in late 1972 early 1973. the musicianship was excellent and the vocals were excellent.
@davehamilton8034
4 жыл бұрын
Didn't know there was a live video of this! Absolutely wonderful!!
@marietransform8019
3 жыл бұрын
Gives me the chills whenever I hear this song. I love it.
@kellysharp2061
7 жыл бұрын
I just want to say that this is my favorite song. I am 38 and this song have been special to me since I first heard it and I was very young at the time. It is not only timeless to me but in a way I felt it was the words I felt in my heart as a little girl. Skylark, thank you so much for creating something so beautiful. You all are beautiful creators.
@theduchess4370
9 жыл бұрын
Now this is music! Awesome song.
@roysnabilie8345
8 жыл бұрын
STILL WATCHING THIS IN 2019 70's the BEST!!
@dejcmc8
7 жыл бұрын
Roy Snabilie
@franciscoroxas6971
7 жыл бұрын
im watching it in 2017
@scottyrockethellocat
7 жыл бұрын
Tonight)) 4/26/2017
@RolandoCCruz-dr2pk
7 жыл бұрын
may 1, 2017 @ 9:55 pm.
@arpeeh21
6 жыл бұрын
2018.. timeless classic
@crimsonclover9365
3 жыл бұрын
Awoke thiis Sunday morning and immediately thought of this beautiful song, and just had to listen to it. I first heard it right after getting married,I was from the south and I moved north where my husband was from. Turned out he was abusive right away and I was pregnant, and so lonely. Forty seven years later still listening to this beautiful song . David Foster is truly a genius.
@peterwisniowski4863
4 жыл бұрын
This love song is one of those few timeless classics that speaks to our hearts on a much deeper level. We don't hear too often about a relationship in song that shows empathy to a soul who is really hurting and wanting to soothe their suffering. G&R's 'Sweet Child O' Mine' or Hootie's 'Let Her Cry' render these tender feelings about a lover whose life has seen suffering, addiction etc and you're incapable of helping. We should all learn to feel such self sacrificing love for someone. Thank you Skylark.
@ronsanders3298
5 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest songs ever recorded!! One of my all-time favorites. They just don't make music like this anymore.
@wonderfulchild55
11 жыл бұрын
This song is so powerful and touching! Donny sings this song so beautifully!
@nrich2089
10 жыл бұрын
No one could hold a candle to his "MAGNIFICENT" voice singing that particular song! WOW What a Treat!!!
@Michael-tz5se
6 жыл бұрын
check out new birth its much better
@dimples6596
3 жыл бұрын
Agree. He sings the heck outta those beautiful lyrics. Yes, New Birth made a good version, but Donnie Gerard is the voice of this song, imho. ❤️
@richluvsellie1
6 жыл бұрын
2018 and still going strong...donny voice is impeccable. ...still rings in midnight silence in her ears....
@MissSusieQue1
Ай бұрын
I put this song in my Senior Caption. Nobody knew the pain I was walking thru.... It still makes me cry and rings true after all this time..🌺
@staceyg6366
8 жыл бұрын
I love this song! I had no idea BJ Cook was singing in this band.... She's a lovely woman...I had the pleasure of doing her hair years ago!
@ut1004bp
8 жыл бұрын
One of my Favorite all time of the Classics
@MrGG1959
13 жыл бұрын
Donnie Gerard was a great singer, and I really loved this song when I was a kid, and I still do.
@solocrusher
2 ай бұрын
ive never heard of this song before i heard my dad bust it out on karaoke many years ago. i heard the song again while my father in law was playing it last month and all i could hear was my dad's voice singing it. i didn't realize how tight my dad had this song on lockdown until i heard the original voice for the first time just last month. i miss my dad so much. he just passed away earlier this year. RIP dad
@alanstar9175
22 күн бұрын
Sorry for the loss of your Dad. You have this wonderful memory of your Dad singing this song. This song is rich and deep with so much meaning--much like I imagine your Dad might have been like?
@bobmcgrew7219
2 жыл бұрын
So, so sad that we have lost Mr. Gerrard. He was an incredible singer. He went on to sing and play with the greatest in modern rock, pop, and R&B. That all of these legends (Elton John, Bob Dylan, Mavis Staples and many more) would perform with Mr. Gerrard is a tribute to his talent. It makes him a legend also. RIP Mr. Gerrard.
@petervandenberg1074
2 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace Donny Gerard, thank you for this timeless classic
@tuttt99
8 жыл бұрын
My comfort song. Soothing is an understatement.
@TheStar_119
Жыл бұрын
I woke up a few mornings ago with this song in my head and it brought me to tears. So strange. I haven’t heard it in many many years.
@jld4870
8 ай бұрын
I heard the tail end of it on the radio while driving today. I was like…aaaah yes I forgot about this song, SO BEAUTIFUL. Then in the evening I experience relationship anxiety-close to panic. The dude decides to send me some fricken robotic metal shit song that I can’t understand-like that’s what I fricken needed! Of course he is stoned thinking I’d like it???? Then I remember hearing this on the radio…words that hear my pain my life, allows the little girl that carried burdens that were never hers to carry yo be heard-FINALLY!!! Thanks u Jesus!
@Sesshomarufan30
10 жыл бұрын
My first time hearing and seeing Skylark version of wildflower. That was great.
@paulheney1827
2 ай бұрын
What a voice!! In an alternate universe Donny Gerrard would (should) have been a MEGASTAR. A great song, an amazing vocal.
@johnidan6264
2 жыл бұрын
Bliss! Thank you Donny. Blessings be with you on your way 🙏
@lob7503
7 жыл бұрын
This was one of the songs my dad always played when I was younger. When I got to my 20s and was imagining my possible wedding I suddenly remembered this track and asked him for the name. I've never forgotten it since. I have always felt like I could relate so well to it. It's a timeless song and I know for certain that when I do get married it will be the song I dance with my father to.
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Song. For all the Woman in the World. I want to Cry.
@RP-zg2jz
6 жыл бұрын
First time I heard wildflower I was 26 ,Now I am 71 still watching Skylark and I will always Love this beautiful song and voice
@jeupshaw
6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vocals by all. Donny has an amazing voice!!!!
@youtubefan754
Ай бұрын
This song I almost forgot about, but something made me think of it. This video was done in 1973, but I didn't actually get to hear this song until the summer I was 17, in 1983. Well, when I first heard it, it hit me hard, and I was instantly crying non-stop! Because just about everything it's saying in this song had described me back then! For years I couldn't listen to this song without crying, until I had matured finally, and developed some confidence.
@Ann-st8et
17 күн бұрын
I can relate to that. Glad you're doing ok now. 😊
@SteveEcksteinDouglasDrive
8 жыл бұрын
WILDFLOWER is one of the most performed songs in the history of Canadian popular music. Over 30 years it has sold multiple million copies in more than sixty versions. It's been honored with a BMI Millionaire's Award and SOCAN Classic and Crystal Awards. It is the song that launched David Foster's career.
@davelogan3051
7 жыл бұрын
just heard this for first time in years on an oldies station reminds me of 11th grade am history class girl behind me Debbie Hagen loved thus record funny how u remember such small things anyway i looked up the band history came across this recording its very good wonder how the lead singer didn't become bigger star great voice stage presence going to send to some younger friends lots love that eras music may not of heard this song. thanks to BJ Cook for putting this version out there
@MarySmith211962
10 жыл бұрын
As a young girl of about 10 or 11 when this song first came out, I just felt such love from it and wanted to meet a man who felt this way about me someday. I still feel that same passion today when I hear it, It just pulls at my heart. Such a beautiful song!
@zeezees.183
7 жыл бұрын
DAMN! I didn't know the lead singer was so gorgeous! I'll feel extra special when I listen to this song from now on. This song is awesome! Just beautiful. I was a kid when this came out, and I loved hearing it on the radio. Some of the best music ever made came out of the 1970's.
@martysplettstoesser5054
8 жыл бұрын
My very favorite song in all of the world. "And if by chance".
@andyrussell5177
Жыл бұрын
I've been listening to this song over and over again for the past 3 days. At first I thought it was New Birth song and I thought they were great they made me cry I felt like jumping off the roof it was crazy. And then buy some fluke I came across Skylark and oh my God it's amazing Skylark was amazing not just Donnie's voice but the other musicians and the backup singers Plus the words man those words everything went together perfectly this was a once in a lifetime thing when everything just came together and just naturally his voice was a gem but he needed a good song Good musicians the melody everything awesome
@John60s70s
Жыл бұрын
I love both Skylark and New birth. I saw New Birth perform in 1985. They sang with passion. They gave me chills. I won't forget them.
@rockybudgeboa
9 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!!! I SO love this song. Loved it for 40 years!!!!!!!
@Resolution1on1
10 күн бұрын
For a long-time I always thought New Birth was the originally sing Wildflower first. New Birth took this song to another level. The Skylark introduced Wildflower to the world. One of my all time favorite songs to date.
@vonndeguzman9831
8 жыл бұрын
Still love the old songs than the music today. 😅☺ even though im only 23
@poohbeary48
10 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favorites. A classic...
@ljc_ca
Жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace, Donny Gerrard. I just found out that he passed away in 2022. What a fantastic voice and what a handsome man. In March 2020 I was about to buy tickets to see Mavis Staples in Ottawa, just before everything got cancelled. I saw that Donny Gerrard was listed as her backup singer. I was excited to see that and hoping he would be there; I would have loved to have seen him. 💔
@memphis49
8 жыл бұрын
Love this... one of my favorites
@carlosmachadoduarte7948
4 жыл бұрын
yes, I do too. marvellous song. I enjoy
@jodarome6562
4 жыл бұрын
I love this song.💕 Proudly Canadian🇨🇦
@derekroom4804
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing song... timeless...
@TheRrevn57
10 жыл бұрын
It's rare to have a song with lyrics this packed with empathy, desire, and compassion, not to mention perfectly well composed and delivered vocally by Donny Gerrard. Can the the new generation of musicians reach even half the sensitivity of this rare jewel?
@nicholasjackson382
9 жыл бұрын
The answer to your question is a resounding - no! Old school is the best school baby!
@williamdavidcraigjr7841
6 жыл бұрын
U.S. radio always play New Birth's version . They should play the original more. Donny Gerrard has a great voice
@alfonsoachiyahburneyisrael742
5 жыл бұрын
I AGREE. THEY PRETEND AS IF IT WAS MADE BY NEW BIRTH, THE SINGER OF NEW BITH DISSED SKYLARK AS NON SINGERS AS IF THEY MADE THE SONG. NEW BIRTH WASNT THAT GREAT AND DIDNT DO THIS SONG ANY JUSTICE. IMO
@armywife2248
4 жыл бұрын
They do! That is how I heard New Birth's version first. I love theirs! But this is the original, and it gets my respect because it is a beautiful love song!
@adrian72300
2 жыл бұрын
@@alfonsoachiyahburneyisrael742 Lol you're joking right? this black singing has no soul, which makes it comical compared to New Birth's version
@SteveEcksteinDouglasDrive
5 жыл бұрын
YOUR VOICES ARE AS PURE AS THE GLISTENING NORTH STAR, OR AN ANCIENT AZTEC GOD LADEN TEMPLE OF OLDEN DAYS. BEAUTIFUL LYRICS, VOICES & INSTRUMENTS. TRULY AN ICONIC SONG.ALMOST MY " WEDDING SONG"
@eternalme6077
6 жыл бұрын
My God how this Song MOVES ME ........Just like it did back then as STILL DOES TODAY! Their voices are Straight from the Angels, and Mama- MIA the backing Vocals.........SUBLIME!!! Does anyone know who wrote this MASTERPIECE? Anyways I really needed to hear this, My Everlasting Love and Thanks to ALL OF THE BAND........Simply FLAWLESS...........🎸❤
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