The Seekers 25 Year Reunion - 'I Am Australian'.

[igloo2au73]

This should be our new National Anthem

[RebelStrikesBack]

Excellent. I love the Seekers! :D

[erniepar]

An inspiring song. I'm a Canadian but have always had a soft spot for Australia, and the Aussies I've had the pleasure of knowing have been a great bunch. Hopefully before I get too old i'll be able to visit your wonderful land. Bless you all.

[applepie238]

FABULOUS,i'm english and i'm jealous as hell, you aussies are so lucky to have a beautiful song sung by the most gorgeous voice in the world,good luck to you,but remember we all LOVE JUDITH as well.

[47114711emma]

love this...i only spent 3 years in Perth, but loved it and it has a corner of my heart...forever!!!! love these guys! my heart is still there. sadly will never return

[worker356]

this is fantastic,it always sends a shiver right down my spine

[tom2020]

I can listen to Judith and the boys sing this song all day, I cant help but sing along with them, "I am , you are, we are Australian...., we are one but we are many,...." Judith come to USA and re write out anthem, we are so down in this country, that we need your voice to lift our spirits, as you did back in the 1960s! Make us feel magical once again!!

[bjhch]

I will never forget the seekers they were a big part of my teens

[glynissmith]

The black and white film clip at the end of the video is just brilliant. I first seen it on British TV in the 60's its from one of there TV episodes. Great days.Great band.

[limeliter]

This truly is a fine tribute to Australia..very moving makes one realize about the pride one can have for his or her country. Well done Seekers .

[MrFrontlinefred]

Australian Federal politicians of all persuasions should realise that the majority of Australians would prefer this moving, and wonderful song to be our National anthem.

Bugger them that say this is just a song, not an anthem. It is what we want. This ANTHEM unites us all and reminds us of our roots. Magnificent song by a magnificent group. Beautifully sung. A song written by Bruce Woodley. I am so proud to be Australian.

[MsAshleeM]

Thank you thaank you I firmly believe this should be our national anthem it means so much more to me then the one we have cause we are one we are many and from all the lands on earth we come we share a dream and sing with one voice I am you are we are Australian, The words are perfect and yeah it maybe long but it well worth it cause we are proud to be Australian this song tells us and everyone how much. I think it is in the hearts of people and it really is our National Anthem even if it's not

[meeee526]

I agree with Grim, and Michael, this is a song that stirs your heart, and judith Bruce at their best how could this get any better, this song makes this yankee feel a little bit australian , and how proud all Aussies should be of this wonderful song, and this group too. WOW

[LoyalHoundDog]

@grimTales ---- I'm not certain, but I think Judith may have displayed her class act character by giving credit where it was due in perhaps saying, "Bruce co-wrote that."

[howzitgoin1970]

What a moving and touching moment between four old friends and their appreciative audience.

[ezramead]

Too magnificent.  Makes me want to kill bad people.

[steveJ1957]

Long Live The Seekers, their music is Absolutley MAGIC :-)

[delbard1]

I've heard "Advance Australia" & this one. As an American, I would choose "I Am Australian" as the Aussie anthem. The informal anthem is "Land down under" or "waltzing Maitia"

[skittification]

@gto66solstice08 my people are English. My Family have fought in most of the wars of the British Empire. We have inhabited England long before records began. Our country has ruled almost 1/3rd of the world at one time. English is the language of business, industry and computers blah blah blah. WE ARE ENGLISH

[wembley05]

What a wonderful song! It is beautful!

[gto66solstice08]

My Grandparents came from Poland over 100 years ago ... My Father, Mother, several uncles served this Republic in WW2 ... My late wife's people came from Scotland and Ireland 150 years or more earlier ..... My Step- children and Grandchildren all have Cherokee and Blackfoot Indian heritage, as did my blond haired, green eyed wife. My maternal Grandfather fought with Emporer Franz Joseph in the Franco-Prussian War, circa 1890. WE ARE AMERICANS!

[barkeraus]

After the floods and cyclones we've experienced here in Queensland in the past month, I know many people are feeling tired and low in spirits now that the immediate danger is over and the slow recovery has begun. This song is a salve to my soul. I don't know why I came looking for it but I've just sobbed my heart out for 5 minutes after watching it. I have never been so proud to be an Australian after witnessing our nation pull together during this horrific time.

[tradewins]

The only rendition of a "national" song I've ever heard that was anywhere near as moving as this was when Ray Charles sang "America the Beautiful" before the Leonard-Duran fight years ago, about which performance the commentator Howard Cosell opined, "if you weren't moved by that, you haven't got a heart." And as great as that was, I'd say it was about 2 stars compared to 4 stars for this beautiful song. As an American, after hearing this, I'm honored to consider myself a friend of Australia.

[nightowldisco]

Went to Aus this time last year. Spent a month there, and now I can't stop thinking about it. I hope you ( Aussies ) realise how lucky you are.Lovely people in a welcoming land.

[357HFC]

@nightowldisco You are welcome back again, any time.

[MrFrontlinefred]

I love being an Australian. It's great to be Australian. This brilliant song makes me even prouder. Welcome to our land when you decide to come. Live among us. Learn our culture while teaching us yours. Don't just mingle with your own. Become an Aussie and mingle among us.

[thehistorywatcher]

This song may be to Australia what Loch Lomond is to Scotland.

[gretries]

Fantastic song, gets better and better for everytime you hear it,

greetings from denmark, thinking of you and the rain, you´ll get through it.

[meeee526]

This yankee was nearly moved to tears, what a great song, you Aussies should be so proud of Judith and the boys.

[gto66solstice08]

There is powerful message of being a united national population .....Would that the left of our great Republic understand, and work to revive the "Melting Pot" that my Polish grandparents became part of.

[janbas1]

super

[scotcelt1]

great song this. never heard it before. you aussies should be singing this from the rooftops every new year.

[matthewhua]

this song gets better with each play. missing home much. love you seekers. switzerland calling.

[grimTales1]

Really moving and beautiful song that shows what it means to be Australian and how proud The Seekers are to be Australian and of their country.

What does Judith say at the end of the song?

[landyandyau]

simply beautiful covering all important aspects that should unite us and identify us as Australians.

[aflatminor]

Afraid i'm a whinging pomm!!, we nearly move to OZ in the 60's on the £10 passage scheme, i'm whinging actually because we didn't make the move.

The Seekers were such a fantastic group and they perform this song so well, i'm a Brit but it brings a tear to my eye!!!

[Dick6914]

Bruce,Dobe,Judith and the other Seekers - thank you so much for this beautiful song ! And thanks to vbvbvb088 for the upload - fully appreciate the push to make this the new Australian anthem. I wished we had a similar wonderful Monument for Holland !

[Smitho1949]

The Magic of Bruce Woodley's pen, a wonderful song performed by the best folk group ever.

[Inconvenientruths]

The Seekers are magic, now and 25 years ago.

This song should be our national anthem instead of the American copy we have now.

This song is Australian in every way.

[grimTales1]

Amazing, just for a few minutes at least, this song makes me want to become Australian. Incredibly emotional and moving, as every member of the group is singing from the heart.

It touches me inside in a special way.

[Creosmary]

"The spirit of this great land..." Let us not forget the first name for our country; 'Great South land of the Holy Spirit' , May God unite all men of good will throughout the world

[KentuckyCrimson]

Terrific song. I just love the Seekers. Sometimes I wish I could move "Down Under" to Australia.

[FRANTICO70]

we want to buy this CD if available--does anyone know if it is available

Gilly

[teebee1984]

@FRANTICO70 It is available, try Amazon, EBay etc. Regards Tony

[FRANTICO70]

@teebee1984 Thanks --I have already--sent from Australia--great!!

[djinni62]

I am, you are, we are Australian. Let us not forget what this wonderful land has endured and never forget the dreams that our parents, grandparents, great grandparents have fulfilled and done for us to become what we are today

[arthurkgatos]

Here we are in 2010 and this song is as relevant as ever!

I think you guys should get together again and have another go at touring the capital cities. Judith's voice is like good wine, the older she gets the better it is!

.. and so is Bruce's expression.

Hearing this and watching the passion in their faces makes one feel how lucky one is to be Australian!

Please consider another tour, you're all too young yet to give up!

[xmzzzzzmx]

When you hear this you know that somewhere inside you too are Australian no matter where you are from.

[helwig76]

Wow, Wow,Wow!

Damn near ready to move from the Lone Star State to their country! Incredible song, with feeling and emotion. If you don't get goose bumps, a tear and swell of pride, you're dead!

We are so lucky to have this media to be able to enjoy something so wonderful from days gone by.

Relish the moment and enjoy this blessing.

Concho Aggie'76

[steveJ1957]

Pure Magic !!!

[lloossaaww]

Every word is sung with an Australian accent, love it. (try singing along and you'll see what I mean!)

[freddodaw]

Once in a lifetime people and voices come together to create a sound that will last forever. God bless the four of you for what you gave us.

[jm99ful]

@freddodaw Stunning,u just gotta love this

[steveJ1957]

God Bless from the UK :-)

[MrTooneytune]

Great song - so emotional with great pride!

God bless from the USA

[misterdakman]

great song and performance...greetings from Pennsylvania in the U.S.

[gullywinds]

thank you all,,,, gullywinds

[gullywinds]

hjuty

[askinner621]

Did everyone have a great Australian Day?

[askinner621]

Happy Australia Day

[wbravo66]

Australia day 2010 What a magnificent narrative of everything Australian. It encompasses everything we Aussie are, hard work, drought, toil, accepting of our immigrants and most of all our indigenous brethren. And a great tune

[LittleJimmySouthern]

Never has her voice been so hauntingly clear.........

[askinner621]

I think if Judith's voice was dollars, she would be the richest woman in the world.

[SaskiaCornell]

@askinner621 Yes Judith's voice is still as wonderful as always, still very strong and powerful and that every present gentle smile and giggle - she's a sweetie - Aussie's darling

[howzitgoin1970]

@askinner621 I couldn't have said it better myself.

[samat6491]

I am hungarian, having relatives in Australia. Fantastic country, fantastic people!

[Michael5191949]

Still a wonderful song

[xr6lad]

It is a great song and I think it's the best 'all inclusive' song I have heard. It includes aboriginals, and new settlers alike. But not sure it would work as an anthem. Too complicated to learn for the majority and it's a balad. But it can be a 'national song' sung at major events.

[rockger2006]

this suerly shoul be australian national anthem,like land of hope and glory should be englands,god save the queen?uh

[Michael5191949]

This has got to be one of the most moving and phenominal song the Seekers did after their reunion. They are a remarkable group of singers. They are all appealing, they loved each other, worked well together. They accomplished so much. Their chararacter is unmatched in the pop music industry. The emotion brought about by this song is very moving, especially when Bruce was moved to tears. They are simply the best of the best. I love you all.

[vbvbvb088]

There is a push here to make this our new national anthem....and JD has come up with more contempoary lyrics for it ('Advance Australia Fair') as well.....

[Michael5191949]

I think it would be so awesome if it were to become Australia's national anthem. can't speak for anyone else. It has been the Seekers who have given me the sincere feeling of wanting to not only come to Australia, but become a citizen of this awesome country. I am sure not everyone is like the members of the Seekers, however, Australia, as a country, has a moving history as Bruce conveyed so well in his lyrics. I would love to see Judith's additional lyrics. You are fortunate to live there

[teebee1984]

@Michael5191949 You put it so well there Michael. I was fortunate to catch the Seekers four times on their reunion and they were just fantastic. However the last time I saw them in the UK they didn't do I Am Australian. Such a shame!

[Michael5191949]

@teebee1984 Yes, it is a shame they wouldn't do I Am Australian, however, I wonder if they didn't do as an act of diplomacy. The Seekers deserve every ounce of accolades and awards that can be bestowed on them. They have done so much for the Australian pop industry, for Australia and for their fans. I would travel all the way to Australia to hear them. As a long as I've endured pop music in the states, they have the most refreshing style - ever.

[SaskiaCornell]

@Michael5191949 ABSOLUTELY - Love 'em - and well said Michael

Saskia

[grimTales1]

@Michael5191949 I completely agree - well said.

This song makes me wish I was an Aussie - if anyone is not moved by this performance, check your pulse.

[grimTales1]

What does Judith say after the song is over at about 4:43? Something like "Bless you all"?

Its a lovely moment when Bruce, moved to tears, turns and embraces Judith.

:(

[Michael5191949]

@grimTales1 It sounds like "Thanks forever, everyone". I am not familiar with Australian accents, however, and it could be something else. Would like to have the capability of slowing it down. Something appropriate and wonderful, whatever it really is. - a moving moment no matter what.

[glynissmith]

@grimTales1 She says, Bruce Woodley everyone.

[grimTales1]

@glynissmith Thank you ^^