Living Years- Mike and the Mechanics Cover: Happy Birthday Dad

[Dell768]

Ha mate very very good i love your voice

and nearly as good as paul carrack i am very impressed with your voice

thank god we have some people on you tube that can sing can sing

you should make some more mate and listen paul carracks songs suits you how about another cup of coffee ? from Mike and the Mechanics sing this one ok

and thank you for a great video

[PUG1989]

thank you from me and dad

[Hoopersbar]

FiremanOly, You have a fantastic voice and have truly mastered a truly amazing song. The overwhelming emotion you can hear within the song is astronomical. You have done your father proud. I can't help but playback this rendition time and time again it grasps my heart and truly takes my breath away. I'd do anything to meet you and hear it live and still it would sound fantastic. Congratulations and the up most respect is sent your way. Your father will certainly be resting in peace now.

[holaguillermoalvarez]

Simply Awesome!!!! Great Job Sir!

[lovetolay]

fantastic...loved it

[musicbecker]

What a great emotinal performance of this sad Song.

My first of 5 kids was born 8 years after my father passed away.

[MrBlacksheepband]

A totally heart felt rendition, can really feel the song and the purity is shown in your voice, very well done sir, hats off to you sincerely \m/ ;o)

[NissanKingpin]

Phenomenal, I actually watched a few of your video's on here... Your a very talented individual. big fan!

[sheriff923]

This song has a whole new meaning to me now brother. Thanks again for posting this one man!

[villagemojo]

Outstanding!! Well done.. So many people have stories just like yours but have a hard time finding the right song and lyrics.

[alzsongs]

Nice job man! Please check my version if you have the time. Thanks.

[auntoni51]

Im sitting here trying to stop the tears coming from my eyes...Your story is so very moving....Your Dad is looking down with the biggest smile to you and your family...And someday we will all be with our loved ones and GOD....your voice is very strong...when i see my parents later and i hug them im going to appreciate even more than i do how blessed i am......GOD bless you

[DebbyAmber]

great video. My dad died a year before my first child was born so I know how you feel. Today is his birthday so that is hard too.

[FiremanOly]

@DebbyAmber Sorry to hear about your loss. Nobody really understands unless they go through it themselves. Today also happens to be the day of my mother's funeral. I think about them alot during the holidays but I almost always have to smile because I loved them so much and truly believe that I will get to see them again someday. God Bless and hope you have a blessed Christmas,

[Sunambra]

Epic version

[sheriff923]

Once again I find myself coming back to this one. Amazing my friend! You have been blessed with a true gift. I'm glad you get to share it with us man!

[MezMezMez1]

Nice cover. Well done.

[SergioVellatti]

This was extremely touching, Steve! Beautiful song. Beautiful cover. No joke, man - you're voice has such a "star" quality.

[rpashoukos]

Wow, I have trouble listening to this and not welling up.... I am working on this song now and like to hear other covers and you knocked me out with this one. You really nailed it, vocals and guitar. 

[MonkeylessJohn]

HI again Steve. I have a single picture of my dad with my oldest. And that was all we got.

What an incredible song this is eh??

Amazing performance my friend:)

[Oswlek]

A terrific performance of a great song. My father and I have had our battles, even going a few years without meaningful dialog at various times. I am glad to say that we are closer today than we've ever been. With our checkered past, this song brings out the emotions in me as well.

[tc71291]

I Always did like this song ,, and you did a great job on it !

[PaddyShadowMusic]

Very good! No more words needed.

[OHMYGORDIE]

Most Excellent!!

I love this song and WOW you did a great job with this!!

Big Thumbs Up!!

God Bless!

[alexandraxxxxxx]

this is so lovely steve..wondeful to listen to again..

[TheSadtina]

Very good.

[diamondkutz54]

Fantastic job Steve,

You are an extremely gifted performer with an incredible range. This is a beautiful dedication. I lost my dad 5 years ago Feb 22 and miss him terribly. Thanks for posting this great performance.

[RudolphSteweart]

This is very good ! A million stars for you! * * * * *

Rolf:)

[Fire6171]

Bravo !!!!! Love your take on this one Steve thanks for sharing . Wow !!!!!

[rebel750v4]

Très belle chanson merveilleusement interprétée ***** merci Jose pour le partage ...

[onyxwulvie]

Awesome hob, Steve!  I lost my Dad 8 years ago. His birthday just passed on Feb 24th. (He would have been 87) By the way, I never really cared for the original version of this song. It was sort of dull. Thanks for bringing it to life with that wonderful singing voice of yours. I am truly a fan of yours. Take care!

Caryn.

[Tadek59]

Thanks for share jugnutgut2

Great Cover !

Bravo !

5*****

[cherrialbum]

Awesome job !!

[loriL64]

That was fantastic Steve, going to go check out your website 5****** thanks Steve (sherif ) for the share ;-)

[abbeyharry1952]

This Is So Moving--Especially After Reading Your Story.

You Sing It With Much Feeling.

Your Dad Is Watching Over and Is Very Proud Be Sure Of That.

5*****

In My FavsThanks for sharing Steven.

God Bless

[RevelingInReverie]

I love this song. How can anyone not be moved when he/she hears it. Well done.

[speedrcer1]

Great job. The original came out not long after I lost my dad. I still shed a tear or hundred every time I hear it. Saw it done live once and well you can imagine.

We all hear the bits of the song and take it to heart.

God Bless you, your children and our dads!

[firstfate]

Wow, intense info... very compassionate... may you be blessed for your wonderful heart. Peace

[baldyholly79]

Mate, ive always loved this song and its so emotional. Your own story is very moving and so relevant to the lyric. Great version my friend.

[tps607]

A perfect cover of a perfect song *****

[NamcheBazaar1705]

Your story is truly moving and the cover version is fantastic!

[dans5819]

Wow thanks brother...my parents are gone too....

[PaulDylin]

Thanks Sherry for the share*****

[singingkid]

So hauntingly beautiful. So moving. On the day you uploaded this video, it had been exactly 19 years since I lost my father. I watched it the first time then, and it meant a great deal to me. Thank you, Steve. 5 stars.

Thank you, too, Daniel (DsmB2007), and Sherry (sherrywine1941) for sharing this wonderful video with me.

[bigcoled]

Great job Oly!

[cntryKeith]

What a voice, what a great tribute.

This is just absolutely wonderful.

Keith

[ukp42]

Daniel sent me over 5* Great performance love from Scotland

[allshookup77]

That was fantastic Steve! You sang and played this song beautifully and it was a very touching dedication to your Dad! Well done, I enjoyed it very much! ... FrAnK (★★★★★)

[rangerwingman]

very nice steve, another great cover from ya

i bet your dad is the proudest father up there right now, he may not have been there to see your kids grow up,but you know for sure he's with them everyday watching over them.

5stars is not enough for this vid

have a great week steve

[Dewillard]

Holy cow Steve - you hit this one out of the park ! I, like yourself, hope people get the message as well. Spent the morning at hockey, afternoon fishing and tonight - movie night...all with those I love !

[TZ2OurLittleDogToo]

WOW.. very moving.

thanks

[karaokewoman4life]

This is so MOVING!!! Fabulous performance and wonderful dedication to your dad:) jackie

[namnoiz]

You sang and played a moving rendition of that song. My dad was 88 when he died. He was a volunteer fireman at the company where he worked. I have his hat and badge. Yes, someday we'll be together again.God willing.

[surfzombie]

Daniel sent me over ... and I can see why!!!! BEautiful song sung to perfection!!!! AWESOME!!!

[FiremanOly]

Thank to those of you who have commented. I was fortunate in that before my father and mother died (my brother too), there was NEVER any doubt in our minds of how much we loved each other. I never have to deal with that regret. PLEASE PLEASE if there is something between you and a loved one, especailly something small and petty, LET IT GO and tell them you love them. You'll feel so much better and at peace. Swallow your pride, give 'em a hug and tell them "I LOVE YOU" ! Don't Wait! God Bless

[maadmaestro]

@FiremanOly Incredible cover...really!...My mate put me on to this......My wee brother died recently...and...I have to say...this was a real pleasure to watch...you have a great voice...Thankyou very much...going to sub.

[FiremanOly]

@maadmaestro Thanks for the kind words. So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I too have suffered the loss of my brother. He was one half of identical twins and the "Evil C" (cancer) got him. Horrible thing to go through. I am only glad that my parentsere gone first because it would have destroyed my parents, especially Mom, to have to live through the loss of a child. Hope you are finding peace in your heart. It does take some time but it will eventualy come. God Bless

[cheerydavie]

been a favourite since i first heard Mike and the Mechanics do iy .you've done it justice thanks

[sanjak]

I'm so moved by just reading the description. And it's a great cover again.

[Cameragirl803]

Always loved this song! Wonderful job with it! Nice tribute to your dad:) I lost my father in 98...wished he could see my kids now. Thanks Steven for the share! *****

[FiremanOly]

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and comment. Sorry for your loss as well.

[sheriff923]

Very touching my friend. I can definately hear the difference in this song than your others. Only for the reason that it is so close to your heart. Excellent man!

[FiremanOly]

Thanks Steve. there aren't many songs that I get emotional over but this is one of them. I seem to remember you doing a short version of this once and I thoght it sounded pretty darn good if I remember right. Allyour stuff is great though so that is no surprise. Your tribute to your bride was very touching and beautiful. Glad you liked it and so glad we got the opportunity to cross musical paths on this crazy format. Glad to call you a good friend. Stay in touch. God BLess you and your family.

[othercousin]

We all have things we wished we had said to, or done for our parents before they passed, this song captures that regret well. I've been known to shed a few tears on this one as well. Hey, don't forget me when ya'll go fishing...lol. I'll be the guy with no crowns who barely got in but feeling very grateful to see my loved ones who have passed on. Perhaps we can sing in the choir together - that would be cool.

[FiremanOly]

All I can say is Hallelujah! Praise God and I'll see you there. If I know my Dad he has already got the best fishing holes and he'lll keep them a secret until I get there. I'll be glad to share though LOL! as far as the choir thing goes I just may sit and listen to you sing for a change LOL!

[jc6154]

Great song,excellent vocals.100 Stars-Thanks also to Sherry for sharing it with me. Jerry

[FiremanOly]

thank you

[BENANTY]

Steve what can we say? I say we because 3 of us are huddled around Ben's little netbook computer with tears rolling down our cheeks. Beautiful song matey, Your dad will be so proud of you and i know he will tell you so when next you see him. I know he is watching over you and your beautiful family. Thanks for sharing your story with the world.

Take care and GOD Bless my friend Paul Ben & Judi

[FiremanOly]

Thanks guys! I think of my father often and It always brings a smile to my face. He was a wonderful man who had his demons like anyone else but there was no doubt the he knew how much I loved him long before he died. We had our spats as I was growing. Nothing serious and nothing that ever lasted. Dad Died at 66 years old. He was one of the stongest men I ever knew for how he overcame abject poverty and abuse from his father. He only showed me and my siblings love. I can't wait to see him again

[happyjack63]

Have always loved this song. I too have lost my father and mother, also brother and sister and yes this song makes me emotional whenever I hear it. Great job and very nice cover. Thanks to 4846steven for suggesting this song. Peace.

[FiremanOly]

thanks for listening and taking the time to comment! sorry for your losses!

[malfattimusic]

you have an amazing voice I've always loved this song and what it means....fantastic cover!!!

[FiremanOly]

thank you so much!

[sherrywine1941]

Steve You touched my heart with this, how beautiful music can be when it's sung with feeling

tenderness and love. What a Tribute to your Dad.

Bless you my friend.. (5*) Sherry

faved and shared

Thank you Daniel for sharing this with me.

[FiremanOly]

thanks Sherry. I know you are going through some of those same feelings with the recent passing of your mom. We just never realize what a huge part of us seems vacant when we lose a parent or someone close, until they are gone. I think of my Dad now and almost always smile. It takes time to get to that point but as cliche' as it sounds Time really does heal the soul. God Bless My Good Friend!

[josexara]

super beau !!!!et belle voix 5***** favoris

[FiremanOly]

thank you Jose!

[Gigi69SentByAngels]

What a beautiful tribute to your dad! ♥ Always loved this song & the important message it sends! :)

Thanks for sharing!!

[FiremanOly]

Thank you for you kind words and for taking the time to view this. I was moved by your PM. Talk later.

[jugnutgut2]

I'll say it again, you're one of the best male vocalists on YT, and this is one of your best. The song is even more powerful because it means so much to you, beautifully done Steve

[FiremanOly]

Thanks so much Rob for your kind words. You always have kind things to say. I appreciate your support and for the times you have featured my videos. Even though I don't get the chance to respond all the time, I appreciate the sharea I get from you as well. Peace!

[Bl4zz3r]

Sounds great Steve! You're probably my favourite guitar player on YT. Cheers :)

[FiremanOly]

Wow! That is saying alot because there are so many fabulous guitar players here on youtube. You might want to think about raising your standards LOL!!

[alexandraxxxxxx]

steve I cant tell you how much I have listened to this tonight...Ilove the ending ..so powerful ..sung with so much emotion......I could really feel it...

thank you Daniel and Steven for sharing.....;0)

[FiremanOly]

Thanks. I bet you haven't listened to it as much as I have listened to your Scarborough Fair version LOL!  Thanks for being such a good friend. You always take the time to pass along kind words to others. God Bless you for that!

[alexandraxxxxxx]

and thank you too steve for appreciating my cover...Im so glad you enjoy it....god bless you too..;0)

[1after909]

beautiful!!!!

[FiremanOly]

thanks!!!!!

[4846steven]

steve thank you so much for doing this song my friend you did a wonderful job on this loved it so much i didnt know my father but mny grandfather loved this song and put me onto it when i was a kid it stirs up so many memories for me am very blessed to have wonderful friends like you all my stars my friend and faved and shared thank you

[FiremanOly]

Hi Steven, thanks for all the kind words and thanks for requesting this. I had to record it hurredly so I only got one chance at it. It's not perfect but it came out okay and I think my Dad would like it. I'm glad you did my friend. You are a good friend to many people on this crazy thing we call Youtube. It is an honor to be counted as one of them. God Bless You!

[alexandraxxxxxx]

steve what an amzing cover...your best so far..your voice is wonderful ..

.im sorry for your loss my friend....x

[FiremanOly]

Thanks you Dear. My father actually died when he was 66 years old, 21 years ago. sometimes it seems like only a couple of years, sometimes it seems like 50 years ago. I think about him all the time but whne I do it almost always brings a smile to my face. I feel fortunate I had him for as many years as I did although I certainly wish he were alive today.

[alexandraxxxxxx]

I understand steve.....think alot of people can relate to this...well you know me and why I can relate to this., losing a loved one is so hard, you always think there gonna be around...;0(...god bless my friend...

[EdMuirton]

Excellent rendition! Sensational singing! Most enjoyed! Cheers!

[FiremanOly]

Thanks so much!

[bigeeezy]

Beautifully wrought. Thank you daniel for sharing

[FiremanOly]

thank you!

[DsmB2007]

Steve...

Quite possibly your best cover to date..!!

RIGHT ON MY FRIEND!!! =)))

You hit this one man!!! Perfect!!!

Can see how great a man your dad was...you're his fantastic legacy!!!

all the best my friend..

daniel =))

[FiremanOly]

Thanks Daniel. My Dad had his demons like anyone else but I was very fortunate to have had him as my father. He was an incredibly strong person who went through so much pain as a child. He physically and mentally abused by his father but yet never once showed anything but love for his own kids. He broke a vicious cycle and I respect him so much for that. I am very proud to be his son. God Bless you my friend.

[pedaphelps]

hey steve

you did great job on it. knew you would. now I've got to fiqure out how to play it myself. you must be doing a pulloff or hammeron on a couple of strings to get the sound and palm muting some? anyhow thanks for a great tune. myron

[FiremanOly]

yes, a lot of palm muting next tothe bridge. glad you liked it!

[jberger73]

Great Job!!

[FiremanOly]

thanks!

[TheEdMulrooneyShow]

Great great job Steve!! Always loved this song. :)

[FiremanOly]

Thanks Ed! It has always been one of my favorites as well.

[snarlingpoodle]

I know how you feel,I lost my dad in 91,My brother in 87,now my mother is 86 ,she just had a stroke and she is in the hospital waiting for rehab, You don;t realize how fast life goes until you hit 50.

[FiremanOly]

My Dad went home in 89, Mom went in "92 and I lost an older twin brother to cancer in '96. Live is indeed short. Thats why I try to have "Oil in the Lamp" if you know what I mean. I want to be ready and in a state of grace when my turn comes to go home. I most definitely do not fear death. I will get to be reunited with many loved ones on the other side but of course most importantly I'll get to meet Christ. Sorry don't mean to preach. I just get excited sometimes when I think about it, Peace

[weeyin1155]

An excellent performance! You sound just great.

Many thanks for uploading. All the stars and hugs..Jan and Susan ♥

[FiremanOly]

Thank you Jan and Susan for takinghte time to listen and comment. You are always so kind!

[FiremanOly]

This was done in poor light and in one take because of all the street traffic and people looking in the windows at me. I'm a bit distracted at times. Sorry! Steve4846 Thanks for requesting this.

[mnnorthcountrygirl1]

Wow!! This sounds even better than I imagined. Fabulous!! You're vocals are amazing...your love for the song and the emotional connection it has for you shines through in your performance. Brilliant song request, Steven...brilliant cover, Steve. :)

[FiremanOly]

Thanks Sharron, I know you requested this also. Glad you liked it Dear Friend!