Danny Boy Ireland - By Colin O'Roarty - irish folk song

[gaconnochie]

Weatherly wasn't American. He was an English songwriter and lived and died in England. The tune which is Irish was sent to him by a relative in the US and he fitted it to the words which he'd written several years earlier.

[32shiara]

a great song from a great singer..greetings

[bowlocks]

my old dad wanted me to call my 1st son Danny because of this song, he's now 31,

a truly beautiful version by a wonderful singer.

rip both our dads xxx

steve

[AngryWTF]

@billhicksfan93 The song was written by a Brit... Dont believe me look it up.

[Flamorgan]

@AngryWTF The original song was written by Fred Weatherly in 1910 and was called "Eily Dear" he was in fact an American and lived in New York though he was English born. The lyrics were changed around 1915 to recruit the Irish into the first world war and is generally disliked by Irish nationalists. The tune is called Londonderry air which is a very old Irish tune. This most certainly is not a tradirional Irish song and in fact has nothing to do with Ireland other than the tune.

[cmlavita]

Most beautiful song(Danny Boy) I ever heard ! any other song did your father sang

before he passed away ? Nobody sang ' Danny Boy ' like your father did !!!

Thank you and God bless !

[supertoddy1000]

Aaron, I sent you some photos of your father. Please let me know if you received them

[supertoddy1000]

Hi Aaron, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your father. Back in the 60s he was known as Colin Dale and i was the Bass guitarist in the backing trio (The Boston Movement) the name came from the Pianist Joe Boston,. We had some riotous times i have to tell you! Although i never met you, i remember he had a daughter called Donna(?) and his girlfriend at that time was Diane. If you can get an email address to me i have some recordings i could send you. Regards, Al Todd

[Aaron1906]

@supertoddy1000 Thank you please geel free to get in touch as this is the only recording I have of any of Dads songs, I would really appreciate it. Yeah he has 3 off spring, Me, Donna and Nicky. my email address is aaron@oroarty.fsnet.co.uk it will be great to hear what you hav, thank you for getting in touch.

[paloumag]

Best interpretation...very impressive and intense. Thanks from France !

[emy601000]

how sensitive and beautiful sung. Also my beloved sister was in love with the eternal beauty and trought of this song. Hope they already have met in heaven. The love for them never passes away.

[hyeresman]

This version brings tears to my eyes and I'm stunned by the perfection of it, there is a spiritual magic here, what a fantastic singer that puts so many others to shame, I hope that there may be a CD of his work available so that his name & talent will not be lost

[DA130885]

That is the most beautiful song I have ever heard and I really can't stop crying. I am right there with you my friend. Dedicated to my father and grandfather. Thankyou so much for putting your dads wonderful song on here it truely means a lot. God bless him

[janegael]

That glorious voice sings for God and the angels now. Of this I'm sure and I'm not religious, but talent like this must never be stilled. I am sorry for your great loss. (((HUG)))

[mogwieone]

love that real irish sound! thankyou

[NordicHealer]

I have listened to this song sung by many artists and choirs but this version tonight reduced me to the deepest, most inscrutible tears which unexpectedly and suddenly overcame all composure....sigh...

This man sings it with such Heart-felt Conviction, such Depth of Emotion, that it's clear the song has become part of the very fiber of his Being... and he sings it for a special friend. The Irish countryside scenes also add even more dimensions and beauty to the whole. Thank you for posting...

[Montanaquilter]

My dear friend Wesley Davis, Jefferson City Montana, died this week. This song is a great comfort to me. Thank you so much for posting it.

[ghaffir]

Aaron, your dad's voice was amazing. I love this version because it's so real and full of soul.

[Agares]

There will hardly be a man who can sing this song better than your dad. Splendid piece of classics by a brilliant passionate man.

God bless you.

[beanshapedhorror]

What an extraordinary voice. If you are whizzing over renditions give this one time.

[sumhinsilly]

my mam sang this song all the time to us when we were weans...i sang it to my weans and i hope theyll sing it to theyre weans. Ur lucky to have have this recording of ur da singing it so beautifully...i wish i could hear ma mam sing it again :( warm thoughts to u n urs for ur loss x

[bdrbjr1990]

wow...aaron1906 you couldnt be more right, you can feel each note, word etc came from the soul of a loving/caring man, and he gave life into each pitch it literally sent chills down my spine, i am sorry for your loss and i am grateful to be allowed to hear his gift, words arent a great representation of what any given person may be feeling so all i can say is beautiful and thank you, im sure hes lookin down on you your family and everybody listening with appreciation and a big fat smile lol

[GreenManelishi]

Gle mhath.

[Thundergee]

fantastic voice, am a higgins born in scotland, but my father raised me in irish ways..i actually had to sing danny boy, in a village in philippines, i got a standing ovation, but ur fathers way of singing is brilliant...the irish tri-colour flies over a beautiful part of davao city..and the locals now sing danny boy on karaoke...love to your family xxx

[ttoflea]

Having now listened three times, I will say Mr. O'Roarty has risen to the top ranks in my book, and more for his soulful, tender-sweet treatment. I'm sure he was a wonderful man, for it clearly shows in his song..

[Aaron1906]

Thank you so much for your kind words my father was an amazing man who never really knew how good he really was. He will always be missed but never forgotten, I'm sorry for your loss too.

[ttoflea]

You were truly blessed to have such a gifted father, dear sir. His melodic expressions are quite tender and sweet, are as meet for the song as one might ever find, and my heart keens to Mr. O'Roarty's most reverent passion for this classic. I am sorry I only now discovered your father and - alas - shall never be graced with a chance to hear him in person. I also would like to extend my sympathy for your loss, and say I feel your loss poignantly, as I lost my dear sweet mother in 2007, in May.

[Aaron1906]

Thank you, you are so kind, he was an amazing man a true gentleman

[iceflower95]

I've watched this video more than 14 times.Like I said in the past your father is a great singer.I feel the pain that you went through.I agree with "Macanguagain".Very good song.:-)

[Macangusagain]

Would love to have heard him in person,I have never heard the song sung with more emotion-passion -feeling-love, yes I sure as hell would have loved to listen to him, a very sweet tribute indeed .

[daveoroarty]

Aaron, Conny as you well know was my Dads twin brother, so pleased you you have put this tribute on, It reminds me so much of all the brothers. The picture of our Dad's at the end I think was possibly about ten years ago when the family went to canada to visit my Dad when he was ill. They are now together and may they rest in peace, Dave.

[Tookader]

your father's voice was beautiful.

this song was played recently at my uncle's funeral. he named his oldest son after the song.

may both souls be at peace

[Louizee92]

I Love This Song.. I Miss Him So Much...

x

[YuffieLeonheart]

Your father had allot of talent. My condolences.

[lewolfmano]

i never met your father, but after this i really want to

[GabriellaVirredici]

Beautiful. ~Gabriella♥

[GabriellaVirredici]

at 2:46 theres like this gloop noise

[buttercupnyc]

This is beautiful. I love this song and the photos and the singing are wonderful. Thank you so much!

[71TheRoman]

He sent a chill down my spine. Just beautiful.

[bkrrw]

This is beautiful and I such a special tribute to your father. Thanks for sharing!

[scooshlebush]

sung from the heart,with conviction and soul! may god take his soul into heaven and he will forever rest in peace god bless

[Fayeusen]

tears** Just loved this version..

May he rest in peace.

You could be proud :D:D:D really..

BEAUTIFUL.

-Norway-

[dickstarbucksmut]

beautiful!!!!!!!!just....beaut­iful!i have heard about a 1000 versions of it, sanged by 1000 different people,but i have to say that this one really wormed up this Irish heart of mine!!

and...my condolences

comhbhrón

[Aaron1906]

thank you so much

[Naroutolover]

I feel bad for you your father is dead but I know how you feel for my great-grandfather wanted this to be played at his funeral. Beatiful but sad your father was very talented at singing you have my regards... I miss my grand-father

[Aaron1906]

I'm sorry about your grandfather may he rest in peace.

[Naroutolover]

may your father est in peace too

[ch0okz1]

A beautiful and touching memory to have of your father. He must have been an exceptional gentleman in the true sense of the word. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[bennyblubber1]

Your Dad had a wonderful voice, may he rest in peace. He'll be a welcome addition to any choir in heaven.

[tro55]

this is very beautiful. i do not understand the words, but this music speaks to me (sorry if one can not understand my english, i german am =)in another way so much. Just wonderfull.

Danke aus Deutschland (thanks from germany)

[RosserDV8]

Ich hoffe, das ist richtig. Ich tue Deutsch in der Schule. Ich liebe die Sprache. So cool

[Aaron1906]

Thank you very much

[phatpete49]

Well done Aaron- a beautiful tribute. May he rest in peace, and party with his brothers!

[tubelookjohn]

A lovely way to remember your father by. May he rest in Peace

[harmesy37]

A keepsake for ever, Beautiful