What Irish songs should I Cover in the New Year??? GO GO GO!
@edmoores
Жыл бұрын
Grace and Beeswing are 2 awesome songs
@Meg.01
Жыл бұрын
Tell me ma!
@ianreclusado
Жыл бұрын
Battle of Waterloo, not sure if it’s by The Old Blind Dogs but…. kzitem.info/news/bejne/pYN9s6iYcWSoiKQ
@pyroSlam
Жыл бұрын
Spancil hill..
@russv4753
Жыл бұрын
Eleanor na run!
@grahamthomas9319
Жыл бұрын
By a lonely prison wall I heard a young girl calling "Michael, they have taken you away For you stole Trevelyan's corn So the young might see the morn Now a prison ship lies waiting in the bay" Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry By a lonely prison wall I heard a young man calling "Nothing matters, Mary, when you're free Against the famine and the crown I rebelled, they cut me down Now you must raise our child with dignity" Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry By a lonely harbour wall She watched the last star falling As that prison ship sailed out against the sky For she lived in hope and pray For her love in Botany Bay It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry
@localeditor2148
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@LoveDeathEmbrace
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@treynienhuser2616
Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@milanbartu8699
Жыл бұрын
thank ya mate
@Supportivechaos
Жыл бұрын
The hero we need
@spmoran4703
Жыл бұрын
This song is sung all over Ireland . It tells a sad story of a man being transported to Australia, for stealing vegetable from a English invaders stolen land . Ironic the man was found guilty of stealing . But, it was to feed his family . Erin go braugh!
@christianfreedom-seeker934
Жыл бұрын
Erin Go Braugh! Long live Ireland 🇮🇪
@NWTNF
Жыл бұрын
See there is some massive holes with that statement, That person broke laws, they got punished for it, if he has stole from another person that wasn't English chances are he would have been shot in Ireland so really while yes Transportation was a cruel sentence for theft, it was the law. Don't mistake your nationalist sentiment for historical facts.
@spmoran4703
Жыл бұрын
@@christianfreedom-seeker934 Aye .
@spmoran4703
Жыл бұрын
@@NWTNF As if I care what you think . The fact is in the song. Complain to the writer of the song not me. Truth often hurts . And if it hurt you too bad .
@theeddorian
Жыл бұрын
@@NWTNF The famine mentioned was a "famine" in only one sense. The potato crops were blighted, but the crown refused to step in and see that wheat or barley, which were not in any shortage, be made available to Irish markets. It would have raise prices in England, perish the very thought. The choice the fellow made was to attempt to feed his family when landlords refused to sell. While the toll of deaths due to the famine is not known with certainty, the common estimates fall somewhere between half a million and one-and-a-half million. The authorities at the time were not terribly concerned if the Irish starved or not. "Breaking the law" is a hollow, morally scant justification. He and his family could have quietly sat somewhere and starved to death, or died of cholera. In Britain somewhat earlier, the poor often deliberately broke the law because in prison you ate better than in a work house. Don't mistake a handful of historical facts for an honest view of history.
@williamoreilly7817
8 ай бұрын
I lost my baby boy, Jared, 10 days ago. In the early hours of Thursday 4th Jan 2024. He was a day shy of 18 weeks. Whilst my wife was delivering his body and placenta, the chorus of this version of the song was stuck on repeat in my head. It was a distraction from the horrific experience we were going through; we'll be having it played at his funeral. No other version will ever come close to the raw passion displayed in Colm's voice.
@denisimo35
6 ай бұрын
May his spirit and memory be present whenever you hear this song. It is a wonderful way to connect with who you never had the chance to really know. Respect, my friend.
@mathunt1130
5 ай бұрын
I'm sorry for your loss.
@MrJRice3190
2 ай бұрын
Massively gutted for your loss mate.
@daunaltromondo
2 ай бұрын
As I read your comment I cry. I also lost a baby many years ago, it was a spontaneous miscarriage, it would have been thirty years old now... As we say in Italy, your child is an angel in Heaven, I really hope that this wonderful song can give you peace and hope.
@snookums01
Жыл бұрын
A very haunting and emotional version, the best I've heard. On my fathers side of the family, I am a descendant of convicts sent from the UK to Australia, this song is very much part of my history. My however number of greats grandfather went down for stealing and my equally number of greats grandmother was transported for stealing while in service. While some were sent here for life, even a "short" sentence of 7 years was a life sentence because, once free, there was very little chance of ever returning home. The unspoken truth in this song is that Michael might never have returned home to Athenry but instead started a new life and family in Australia.
@A8T8T
Жыл бұрын
I love the anger and anguish you put into this song, because those people where not to blame for the famine, not to blame for their pain, they where victims of the Lords greed and tyranny. Thank you Colm for bringing your voice to our ears ❤
@necromancer6405
Жыл бұрын
I think it sounds horrible.
@blackberry9766
Жыл бұрын
@@necromancer6405 There wasn't really a need for this comment, was there? Click off and scroll. All you got to do
@mattbarker336
Жыл бұрын
@@necromancer6405 Get your ears checked then
@benjaminbrothers1658
Жыл бұрын
@@necromancer6405 you sir, don't have good taste. 👎
@DeepFriedKangaroo2
Жыл бұрын
@@necromancer6405 There always has to be one of you trolls, doesn't there? Everyone is entitled to their opinion (even if yours is objectively wrong), but you don't have to be a putz about it.
@p.f132
Жыл бұрын
That Rock voice at "Low lie" in the chorus tingles just right in the ears. What an incredible interpretation of this song.
@Entrak
Жыл бұрын
There's the Dubliners. And then, there's Colm McGuinness. Both making you love Irish music.
@manuelsousa9503
5 ай бұрын
And The Chieftains?
@NormusDiabolus
Жыл бұрын
I still remember the first time hearing this song, when the Irish friends sang it in the match against spain in 2012. Our german tv commenter just stopped talking so we could hear the fans sing for whole five minutes. We were at home watching it with friends... no one talked, just listening to the fans singing. 2019 I finally managed to take my motorcycle to irland and travel the country for two weeks. And while you are a close second the 2012 stadion version of this song from the irish fans is still my favorite ;)
@Robbikelly
9 ай бұрын
Always welcome my friend 🇮🇪🇩🇪
@SmcdMcd-d2k
4 ай бұрын
Welcome back anytime
@khyron96
Жыл бұрын
American with Irish ancestry, we never get to hear these songs. We have visited Ireland several times now and these songs live in the hearts and pubs of the Irish. You sir have opened this part of my history. As your passionate singing lures me into learning my history and that of Ireland. Australia and America are so similar in many ways.
@alexisharper241
Жыл бұрын
Athenry is a punch to the gut, and your rendition of it is moving; kudos to you as always for yet another gorgeous cover.
@snipers_nightmare
Жыл бұрын
LYRICS: By a lonely prison wall, I heard a young girl calling Michael, they have taken you away, For you stole Trevelyan's corn, So the young might see the morn. Now a prison ship lies waiting in the bay. Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing, we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry. By a lonely prison wall, I heard a young man calling Nothing matters, Mary, when you're free Against the famine and the Crown, I rebelled, they cut me down. Now you must raise our child with dignity. Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing, we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry. By a lonely harbor wall, She watched the last star falling As that prison ship sailed out against the sky Sure she lived in hope and pray'r, for her love in Botany Bay It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry. It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry. Low lie the fields of Athenry Where once we watched the small free birds fly Our love was on the wing, we had dreams and songs to sing It's so lonely 'round the fields of Athenry.
@stevehall9333
Жыл бұрын
Love this song, and I'm an Englishman - never better than sung by an Irish international rugby crowd.
@patriciamarr6032
4 ай бұрын
i havent heard this song in years, over 20, Colm your version bought tears to my eyes and my heart to feel the pain of the injustices done by humans to each other
@mycenaeangal9312
Жыл бұрын
This song is hitting hard rn. A weird sort of mixed uppedness as it applies to my life but all the pieces are still there. Imigrating to australia, worried about governments denying me a life with my love, Tyranny worsening at home. The last piece that's missing is the atmosphere of death and desperation but I can see that around the corner. I wish I could sing. I wish could give voice to all of the grief I'm feeling...
@raptormann
Жыл бұрын
You give this song the kind of mournful intensity that I feel a lot of covers miss. This is now among my favorite versions of this classic song.
@inferno7076
Жыл бұрын
I really like all the irish folk covers, they sound so cozey, like something you would sing at a campfire with friends. Unfortunately I gotta work tomorrow so I sadly won't make it to the premiere but I'll listen to it on my way home:)
@Kothlim
Жыл бұрын
You dont wanna be bawling your eyes out at work anyway.
@spmoran4703
Жыл бұрын
Fields of Athenry is not a cosy song.
@benjaminbrothers1658
Жыл бұрын
Wow..... I'm so excited!! I requested this song back in 2020 or 2021 can't remember, but it doesn't matter!!! This is going to be so good!!
@gracebrothers8672
Жыл бұрын
Hey buddy!! It's your favorite sister!!!
@benjaminbrothers1658
Жыл бұрын
Nooo! stop texting me through KZitem on the couch from the living room 😂
@jallybwan3767
Жыл бұрын
least chronically online gen z siblings 😂
@benjaminbrothers1658
Жыл бұрын
@@jallybwan3767 lol
@shaycormac4522
Жыл бұрын
This song is so beautiful. It made me cry. Well done Colm McGuinness! ☘️🇮🇪
@johnnavarre2384
Жыл бұрын
I have heard so many covers of this song and I love this song to death. So many artists sing it as a somber ballad. You brought a different energy to it that I didn't know this song needed, but now sounds weird without it. That energy you brought to the chorus felt like anguish projecting through the lyrics and it sounds truly amazing. I can't stop listening to this
@joshuastorrs9451
Жыл бұрын
Great rendition. My grandpa Stephenson sang this to my grandma. Beautiful
@samhampton6771
Жыл бұрын
This is pretty well the story of my family 7 generations ago. Gods bless you from Australia. Freedom for Ireland and the colonies.
@JennyMartin-i9n
10 ай бұрын
It brought tears to my eyes and a chill down my spine xx and a picture in mind of a ship setting sail to Australia ❤
@Athene.
Жыл бұрын
I will never stop spreading your music and praising you to every person on the planet that will listen. Your vocal range and music styles always both me away!
@daunaltromondo
2 ай бұрын
This song is so beautiful and always makes me cry. You Colm sing it in a way that goes straight to the heart!
@RealBelisariusCawl
Жыл бұрын
Pouring one out for the blood that was spilled to give us this music. I don’t know your name, nor your face, nor when you lived exactly, but whomever you were, this one is for you. May you rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord. 🥃
@benduck3551
Жыл бұрын
As an Australian with a lot of Irish Heritage I want to say thank you to colm for making this. Your so talented man, my favourite artist at the moment :)
@stephenw5711
Жыл бұрын
You must have irish soldiers in your bloodline. Alot were sent to Oz
@loricho
3 ай бұрын
I still get chills every time I listen to this.
@nathanpennington6601
Жыл бұрын
I only have a fraction of Irish ancestry, but God damn, I'm proud it! Colm, you make me proud of my Irish ancestry...even if it's just due to a great-great Irish grandmother. Much love!
@EngineerWhen
Жыл бұрын
This was my high school (unofficial) anthem that students sang at the end of the last class before graduation. Don't know why, as I am Italian and I attended high school in Italy, but it's nice (and makes way more sense) hearing it from you!
@AdamAVFC90
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful 🇮🇪❤️
@DarkCavalry1228
Жыл бұрын
Four Green Fields....seriously. Tommy Makem said you are the only man alive who could do it justice!
@lumberjackofalltrades
Жыл бұрын
I just can't stop playing this song over and over. Something about the absolutely beautiful rock base in the chorus with the anguish in his voice... I get Chills. Every. Single. Time.
@katet_33
Жыл бұрын
FINALLY! This is my all time favorite Irish folk song.
@ericjones2404
Жыл бұрын
Paddy Reilly would be proud seeing this! Excellent performance!
@kairussell2156
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful is an understatement. I think awesome in the literal sense is accurate. Your performance changed my breathing. Mom told me that Uncle Flip used to sing The Fields of Athenry, so I learned to sing it too. It has such a strong feeling of heartbreak and powerlessness. Your performance, I feel, takes that heartbreak and rises against that powerlessness to fight, no matter the outcome. Now to share this video!
@alexandrias_lighthouse
3 ай бұрын
Ive listened to this an unhealthy amount of times😂
@dr.blubolt250
Жыл бұрын
How long before we face such tyranny again? We shoild learn these songs. Stay strong all!
@djc2990
Жыл бұрын
OK, relax, hun. Just enjoy the music.
@Robbikelly
9 ай бұрын
@@djc2990proving eirally true...
@Talven_Daluka
Жыл бұрын
I have grown up with this song since I was a child. My mother was a HUGE Paddy Reilly fan. This has made my week. Thank you so much.
@jasonm.shepard3641
Жыл бұрын
I pushed through the tears singing along to this... Well done, mate! Happy New Year from your Louisiana Irishman!
@cianmcclees6144
Жыл бұрын
Very different than the traditional versions you would usually hear. However, that being said, very well done and almost gives a different emotion based on the tonal change and the belting of the chorus. I like the second chorus A lot, that almost screamed first line was powerful. And I also like the vibrato in the chorus as well as in the first verse. This song is such a powerful song and everyone of Irish heritage knows it and whenever it’s played, you either have a stoic tearful look or you have the entirety of people belting the chorus out. Very well done
@sandyjakum7639
Жыл бұрын
His voice is powerful and emotional. Exceptional performer.
@LiseMLBK
6 ай бұрын
Colm u have the most supreme golden voice. I fly with every tone in this song, tho u are singing of such sorrow - I still fly upwards with such rebellion - much love
@sparker455
Жыл бұрын
I love the deep background vocals when he sings the chorus
@afk2514
10 ай бұрын
One of the most powerful, liberating and beautiful songs I have ever heard.
@NicolasClark7732
Жыл бұрын
I don't normally like a video before listening or watching, but this calls for an exception to that.
@trincywalker7497
Жыл бұрын
Finally he sang it YES YES YES. (jumping up and down screaming) I always get chills from Colms voice.
@KenMcGeachy
Жыл бұрын
Amazing how Colm so often brings tears to my eyes...
@JennyMartin-i9n
10 ай бұрын
Have come back to listen to it again the same happened which happened 6 days ago will always listen to it ❤😅
@TheNinjaSandwichGaming
Жыл бұрын
Grew up in Blackpool. This song is basically ingrained in my childhood thanks to the sheer amount of Irish folk in that town.
@aaronsullivan7797
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely killed it. It was greed and wickedness that caused so many to suffer and die and exile from Ireland. Colm sings in a way that would wake the glorious dead. Now I just need to hear him sing Johnsons Motorcar, The SAM Song, and Patriot Game
@Valfothr
Жыл бұрын
There's just something that hits different with Irish folk songs.
@TheMarinePainter
Жыл бұрын
I discovered your channel today. It has already enriched my life. Thank you sir. Thank your for charging timeless music with the soul touching energy it deserves.
@parkerbrown-nesbit1747
Жыл бұрын
I first heard this in 1987, when a member of our folk trio Shiehallion introduced it. I've loved it ever since. Lovely job!
@wolfieworby5653
Жыл бұрын
God I wish I was even a fraction talented as you are. Just found this song and I must've listened to it 30 times already. Thanks for the music Colm. 👍
@mongosragnarok
Жыл бұрын
Oh my god, thank you for this!! Colm, you are the man!! Now that is what I call an awesome Christmas gift!!!!
@frankwalsh1916
9 ай бұрын
I must have heard this song a million times, but it always moves me. Especially this beautiful version.
@neogabi511
Жыл бұрын
I've always loved this song and your rendition of it is glorious! You convey such a great range of emotion from righteous anger at the injustice of it all to the sorrowful last goodbye. Just beautiful.
@HistorytheShortStory
5 ай бұрын
"The Fields of Athenry" tells a poignant tale of hardship and love in the face of Ireland's Great Famine. Written by Pete St. John in 1979, the song tells the story of a man named Michael, transported to Australia for stealing food to save his family. Amidst the famine's devastation, the song's defiant chorus speaks of hope and resilience. It quickly gained popularity as an anthem, often sung by Irish sports fans, adding emotional weight to their games. Despite a decades-later claim of an older broadside version, no evidence was found to support this, solidifying Pete St. John's place as the song's creator. Secondary Source: Moulden, John. "Fact and Fiction in 'The Fields of Athenry'," History Ireland 9, no. 4 (November/December 2001): 34 - 36.
@brendansullivan7867
Жыл бұрын
I have not heard this song in a long time. Was a great rendition.
@theevildrummingsithlord1492
10 ай бұрын
My jaw dropped when I heard this! I really wanted to sing along at the top of my lungs, but I couldn't simply because I was in the library. Beautiful rendition!
@adamshank7711
Жыл бұрын
The way you sing low lie the fields of athenry gives me chills every time
@bryrusmi4001
Жыл бұрын
Let me start off by saying I love your music, but I have a request. not sure how much of a hassle it is but would it be possible to do closed captions? Some of your songs I have trouble following the lyrics, apologies.
@aliamvickersfan2388
Жыл бұрын
Agreed. The instrumental is some times a bit to loud.
@buggle2113
Жыл бұрын
that "low, lie" hits fucking different, excellent cover of the song Colm, never dissappoint do ya
@W31rdog
Жыл бұрын
Riverdance Show + Colm Mcguiness could be the best fusion next year
@Jonah_Lee8472
Жыл бұрын
I'm not crying, you're crying! Would love to hear a solo rendition of Hallelujah or Ronja's Lullaby
@panopticemu
Жыл бұрын
OMG thank you so much I'd forgotten this song existed but it's one of my favourites
@mikeyw7386
Жыл бұрын
One of my favourite songs, and this is such an amazing version!!!! Really stirs the feels.
@emmapampling4239
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely breathtaking 😍😍
@stefanfricke674
Жыл бұрын
goosebumps with goosebumps and some tears ;) stay as your are and continue
@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji
Жыл бұрын
😢Ireland 💚Australia-We are from the Irish Sherman Family-Tipperary, Dublin, Killarney, Drogheda - 1/2 of our family was shipped to Australia 🇦🇺
@waseemabbaslohawala3448
Жыл бұрын
The melody is just amazinggg
@Liesbeth22
Жыл бұрын
3:09 daaaayummm 😳😍 Wow, chills man! I looooveee this song! This ends up in my liked list. 🥰
@Ganpignanus
Жыл бұрын
wonderful, soulful and haunting
@incikaticaa
4 ай бұрын
Thank You... ❤
@pillager6376
Жыл бұрын
I have something to confess, I only just subscribed to your channel after weeks of listening to it as all this time I hadnt even realised I wasnt supporting your channel properly yet. Just listening to this song makes me so emotional.
@eoinrollins702
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, just thank you
@ProgrammedForDamage
Жыл бұрын
The first time I ever heard this song was the No Use For a Name cover version. Took me years before I heard it sung at "proper" speed. I love that version.
@allietiess
Жыл бұрын
I learned this song growing up, it has a special place with me. It's amazing hearing such a lovely cover of it, great job!!
@Kadagirl777
Жыл бұрын
The part of the chorus at 0:55 - 1:02 really reminded me of something and I couldn't put my finger on it, until I realized it sounded like _Into the West_ from LOTR and has a very similar melody as the line "The ships have come to carry you home." Funny enough how right before that it says "Why do the white gulls call?" and here is talks about "freebirds flying." I wonder if Fields of Athenry inspired Into the West at all? 🧐 Or if it was one of those instances of a song being a part of you and you subconsciously "come up with" something that sounds a lot like it. Either way, that's so cool that they sound similar! 😄
@Fialeja
Жыл бұрын
Goosebumps all over!!!!
@dossphosmedia
Жыл бұрын
I have heard many covers of this song but never one that capture the anger and hopelessness of the topic so perfectly.
The mournful tone w/ that far away flute...! 😮 Then the deep notes supporting the chorus... Chills.
@deborahharding647
Жыл бұрын
I've always loved the "Bold Fenian Men". Another favorite--"Nell Flaherty's Drake". My parrot loves your voice, and stops whatever he's doing to listen. Obviously he has great taste.
@kettheartgirl1916
4 ай бұрын
beautiful rendition of this
@anthonymurphy3021
Жыл бұрын
wow so powerful. I feel my heritage
@grim789
Жыл бұрын
I love your Irish covers there some of my favorite songs! The story the pain the passion it's beautiful.
@alertedcoyote7892
Жыл бұрын
This is my all time favourite Irish song. In my view, it perfectly sums the pain which the occupied Irish people endured for hundreds of years, as strangers and scum in their own country. A horrendous injustice done by brutal imperialism, the effects of which are still felt to this day.
@Hydracakes
Жыл бұрын
already got chills 2 seconds in. amazing Colm!!!
@olikettles
Жыл бұрын
Can’t stop listening to this, a sad song sung but I feel totally enlightened and speechle…….
@krios7299
Жыл бұрын
You know i took a break from watching your channel for a while (Last video i ever watched from you was Daughter of the Sea. First video i ever watched by you was Lowlands away) and WOW the amount of content i can listen too and your voice is just HEAVENLY! The low notes and high notes you can hit just give me a fistful of euphoria to listen too! Keep working hard man your videos are amazing and take peoples breaths away!
@leekestner1554
Жыл бұрын
Chills. This is your best yet. It pulls your heart right to your throat.
@wamatok
Жыл бұрын
Another amazing cover!!!
@jaymzodonnell
Жыл бұрын
A voice that gives me the chills
@Clader213
Жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure. Great song to end the year on.
@snookums01
Жыл бұрын
Moreton Bay, or to give it it's full title "Moreton Bay or a Convicts Lament". Moreton Bay was a penal settlement in Queensland Australia which became the State capital city of Brisbane. Attributed to Francis "Frank the Poet" MacNamara, born in Cashet County Tipperary in 1810. Convicted of larceny in 1832, he was sentenced to 7 years transportation and sent to New South Wales. This is considered the first non-native song written in Australia. It is customarily sung to the tune of the early 19th century Irish ballad "Youghal Harbour" (also known as "Eochaill"). The more popular later version uses the tune for the song "Boolavogue". MacNamara himself never went to Moreton Bay but to that other garden spot of Port Arthur in Van Diemen's Land. He died in Australia on 28 August 1861. The famous bush ranger Edward "Ned" Kelly (another son of Ireland) quoted some lines from the song in his "Jerilderie Letter" in 1879. A 56 page letter, justifying his killing of three policemen, calling out police corruption and calls for justice for poor families.
@owenshale8719
Жыл бұрын
This man has a beautiful voice glad that there are wonderful KZitem channel like this on here
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