Agree with sunshine! Usually I don't do this but i've been compiling a playlist thanks to firefox's download mp3 feature.Now, to give you an idea of scale i've gone from 60's-90's and back again..and on nearly EVERY video "__brought me here" or "thumbs up if __" whatever happened to the days of just not being an attention whore? *I realise i'm ranting but trust me this has been building for days and has come to a crux* an internet connection and love of music brings us to every video.shut up!
Suhila, remember this?? We used to listen to this in my Toyota Celica in 1977/78 and you always ended up in tears. You have given me 3 beautiful kids and and I want to grow old with you. Love you always. Mr T
I've loved this song for years but I love that because of this is England 88, loads more people are hearing it. I love finding a great song by watching a film.
i heard this song on T.I.E 88, something tells me that this song will get alot more views now its been on TV, i think it deserves every single view it gets :)
oh yes indeed. You speak to my soul here. The credits at the end of This is England. And leaving us with Lol with her head on Woody's chest. I cried. And cried some more with this tune.
No one is disputing Ken Boothe's ability, it's just odd hearing this song performed as a romantic piece. The song was originally written by David Gates after losing his dad, wishing he could see him again.
There are two versions of this... my single on Trojan from 1974 doesn't have the "bells". I wonder what the story is on this. It otherwise sounds like the same mix...
I JUST LOVE IT.......... 44 YEARS OLD AND STILL LISTENING TO IT 30 YEARS ON...NEVER CAN THIS MUSIC BE REPRODUCED in the words of ELBOW those days were GOLDEN........
this is like a totally different song from the orig. lol not bad, but the orig. sounds 100x sadder and heartfelt. This is just a very light, weightless interpretation.
@Jako32 please this is a reggae interpretation of the song. And very well done. Why would an artiste like ken boothe try to sound like bread, with such a powerful voice
What a fantastic tune.I have'nt heard this in years,used to have it on an old original k-tel hits LP,used to sing it all the time,I was only about 10 years old, I'm 47 now !
Brings back happy childhood memories.Thanks for uploading it.
This and Terry Jacks (seasons in the son) the 2 records I used to play over and over when I was jilted by the only person I ever really loved, and that was 37 years ago! God bless youtube. Lets pray Rupert Murdoch never gets his filthy hands on it.
Riddim. First tune I ever bought. Classic remake and a true classic. Sounds just as good today all these years later. I play it to my 3 kids and they love it, especially as its about a dad!
I,M WITH YOU FORGET THESE IDIOTS THAT CRITICISE FOR THE SAKE OF CRITICING.songs like this and artists KEN BOOTHE will live forever ...............................
this song always brings tears to my eyes. My brother introduced me to this song and whenever i listen to this song i always remember my brother. Reggae knows the true feeling of joy and sadness!
I'm a fan of the likes of Pink Floyd and King Crimson, but this song transcends musical boundaries. When I was a teenage, this song stole my heart and still does today... and it outdoes Bread's original version, which is rare for a cover version. Brilliant.
@mrmikespence1964 thats not what your mother said when i made her lick the back of my cock to this song if you dont like it dont listen to it so try and find another way to be an asshole
This album is and always will be one of the greatest birthday presents I have ever received. Almost 20 years now... all I want to put out there is "Rock Steady All You Rude Boys And Girls!" OI!
Brilliant song. Heard it just yesterday after many years and I was surprised that could have forgotten this and some other reggae tracks .Thanks for sharing it.
from a time before the Black nation was polluted by "rhythm and bass" .... i love Black music from before 1985...love it.....since she left Dad sings it to my Mum..
Very good, thanx
franguzmanb 4 days ago
Agree with sunshine! Usually I don't do this but i've been compiling a playlist thanks to firefox's download mp3 feature.Now, to give you an idea of scale i've gone from 60's-90's and back again..and on nearly EVERY video "__brought me here" or "thumbs up if __" whatever happened to the days of just not being an attention whore? *I realise i'm ranting but trust me this has been building for days and has come to a crux* an internet connection and love of music brings us to every video.shut up!
Lynchology101 1 week ago
No one cares who brought you here.
SunshineLSD 1 week ago in playlist Favorite videos
remember the god old days
TheFurland 2 weeks ago
Suhila, remember this?? We used to listen to this in my Toyota Celica in 1977/78 and you always ended up in tears. You have given me 3 beautiful kids and and I want to grow old with you. Love you always. Mr T
tmindoha 2 weeks ago 3
Nice song love it
369396 3 weeks ago in playlist Liked videos
God bless you mum,
MrGedm 4 weeks ago
nice closing song from this is england '88
erjoy1982 1 month ago
fortunally this is england had happy ending! :)
TheDanfol 1 month ago
This tune is BOSS!
mogseyUK 1 month ago
I enjoyed it!!!!!!!! Oh, so so so so so much!!! Thank You, Ken Boothe!!
Slem1990 1 month ago
AHH GOOD TIMES BACK THEN, MANY THANKS FOR THIS.
1wolfoutlaw 1 month ago
Beats Boy George Hands down Every Time xx
Shazz977 1 month ago
maddddddddddddddddd dis tune sick fcf song dis lol
TheSaltandpeppa1 1 month ago
@TheSaltandpeppa1 what are you attempting to type?? :/
MrLee099 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
one of the most beautiful songs ever(singing theis song to his passed dad)
CrazyZombieChick69 1 month ago
oh the slow dances i had with this in my ears n a girl in my arms mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
timnsueuk 2 months ago 4
real music!!!!!!!
katiesantina83 2 months ago
The finest tears just to have Lol and Woody just to have them back again.
TheMimifur 2 months ago
I've loved this song for years but I love that because of this is England 88, loads more people are hearing it. I love finding a great song by watching a film.
ElvisLivesUpstairs 2 months ago 3
Lol and Woody. That last scene of This is England.
TheMimifur 2 months ago 2
incredible song,thankyou this is england 88 for showing me this
mrneontrafficlights 2 months ago
A really beautiful song and my favourite version.
Bessie1970 2 months ago
such a heart warming song, great song to end with in this is england 88!
SHAD89ify 2 months ago
Reminds me of my mum.
ThePrinceDhani 2 months ago
i heard this song on T.I.E 88, something tells me that this song will get alot more views now its been on TV, i think it deserves every single view it gets :)
MrLee099 2 months ago
was played at my nans funeral, always been a brilliant song x
xnaomix55 2 months ago
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zBellamy 2 months ago
THIS IS ENGLAND!! YES M8
monkeysterry1 2 months ago 4
This is Englands final credits + amazing with this song!!!!
second only to woody and Lol's wedding song guava jelly
legreg06 2 months ago 5
ah, memories.
lillyabigail 2 months ago
This Is England 88 went ahead and made me emotional with the ending...then followed the credits with an emotional classic such as this.
lookherejim 2 months ago 83
@lookherejim yes i saw this is england 88 and it was great can't wait for the next one loved all the old music
MrIlikepasta 2 months ago
@lookherejim
oh yes indeed. You speak to my soul here. The credits at the end of This is England. And leaving us with Lol with her head on Woody's chest. I cried. And cried some more with this tune.
TheMimifur 2 months ago 4
@lookherejim agreed:}
SoNoFTheMoSt 1 month ago
T.I.E 88! Never seen anything so powerful on TV before
roccosilverstar 2 months ago 9
this is england 88 bring back the good days i miss you
lee01bunny 2 months ago 6
this is england 88 !
Matterhorn1125 2 months ago 21
THIS. IS. ENGLAND.
adzyb69 2 months ago 8
classic song <3
whitewidow129 2 months ago
Who did this first George or Ken im just wandering this is not a hate comment its a question ok
MrKylelopez 2 months ago
@MrKylelopez ken boothe about 1974
madmick777 2 months ago
@madmick777 Thank You
MrKylelopez 2 months ago
Oh the memories......
lelleyandpom 2 months ago
Took me back to a happier time of parties in houses, disco clubs and first girlfriends, thank you........
kevkonk 2 months ago
i saw him live a couple of months ago and he sounds exactly the same
hitchvids92 2 months ago
ReggaeHeat Thank you
Straight up.....the song made me cry...........
MrBlAqwooD 2 months ago
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MrBlAqwooD 2 months ago
I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH FROM I WAS A KID.
daroyalgeneral 3 months ago
This was played at my Mums funeral, thanks for posting it
I'm the last one left now, from a family of 7, I'm the oldest, all my brothers and sisters were younger than me
My sister was more in toucgh with my Mum, she played this for ages afterwards
pepsi666 3 months ago 4
Big!
meeks1980 3 months ago
For those of you reading who can play the guitar this sounds lovely on the acoustic. Simple chords so song is ideal even for the novice. Give it ago!
norrisonthespot 3 months ago
AND I WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR LOVE
KingCrimson776 3 months ago
big tune !!! Ken
blackwillesdenbear 3 months ago
thats my great uncle believe it or not
Gasmaskid 3 months ago
love it x
5115brian 3 months ago
No one is disputing Ken Boothe's ability, it's just odd hearing this song performed as a romantic piece. The song was originally written by David Gates after losing his dad, wishing he could see him again.
Sangrenegra9 3 months ago 10
@Sangrenegra9
So NOW you've come to realise and appreciate the ability and versatility of the
JAMAICAN reaggae artiste!
KEN is only 1 of 100's who are the crem-da-le-crem of this particular genre. Keep
living, listeing and learning because we're sure you have MANY more discoveries
to make!!!
nuhpoch 3 months ago
@Sangrenegra9
*sp: Keep living, listening
nuhpoch 3 months ago
crazy music ,thumbs up if you addicted : p
TugaRage 4 months ago
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ggremlin3 4 months ago
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judgedreadmusic 4 months ago
@judgedreadmusic
"judgedreadmusic"
I do.
HengistTheGreat 3 months ago
the pic at 0:22 is Desmond Dekker NOT Ken Boothe just sayin..........
TopTef 4 months ago
17 people have nothing to own
aaronUK10 4 months ago 2
There are two versions of this... my single on Trojan from 1974 doesn't have the "bells". I wonder what the story is on this. It otherwise sounds like the same mix...
JamesEncliffe 4 months ago
17 people dont own anything !!
TheJusticeWsUK 4 months ago
Tantas versiones he escuchado. Hasta cumbias. Esta es mi favorita :D
GersonYG 4 months ago
if it was about a woman he would be the one sheltering her from harm :p
LubeTubeification 4 months ago
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the song is about his father nothing to do with a woman!
LubeTubeification 4 months ago
the son is about his father nothing to do with a woman!
LubeTubeification 4 months ago
The beggining is soooo sweet ! "you sheltered me from harm" ....
TheDemos10 4 months ago in playlist Reggae
BIG TUNE...!!!! This is a TRUE Jamaican love song...!! I know a girl i would do this for.
Badangel30 4 months ago
had unrequited love for a girl now shes gone this song says it all.
target42100 5 months ago
THE ORIGINAL VERSION WAS BY THE AMERICAN GROUP "BREAD" (MAKE IT WITH YOU FAME) THOUGH I DO PREFER THIS VERSION TO THE 1987 BOY GEORGE ONE.
gilllianlewis730 5 months ago
Possibly..greatest. song. ever.
loungelooters 5 months ago
I JUST LOVE IT.......... 44 YEARS OLD AND STILL LISTENING TO IT 30 YEARS ON...NEVER CAN THIS MUSIC BE REPRODUCED in the words of ELBOW those days were GOLDEN........
TheChipz67 5 months ago
this is like a totally different song from the orig. lol not bad, but the orig. sounds 100x sadder and heartfelt. This is just a very light, weightless interpretation.
Jako32 5 months ago
@Jako32 please this is a reggae interpretation of the song. And very well done. Why would an artiste like ken boothe try to sound like bread, with such a powerful voice
novhyce 4 months ago
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
rocksteadygrl1 5 months ago
love this version of this song!!!
tom1sec 5 months ago
bring it on damn i luv this
merrydown123 5 months ago
Musical ecstasy <3
loungelooters 5 months ago
takes me back
martinian42 5 months ago
this song reminds me of my dad..cause i know he would give anything for me, my brother and sister like if you have someone that would do the same
chanceygurl01 5 months ago
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you took it all from me .
veralenny1 5 months ago
16 people dont own anything
davo989 5 months ago
16 people dont know what real mucic is <3
LoudLois495 6 months ago 21
@LoudLois495 17 animals
vaux21 4 months ago
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@LoudLois495
"16 people dont know what real mucic is <3"
Maybe they don't like covers or poorly-written titles on videos? :) I thumbed it up though.
HengistTheGreat 3 months ago
he sung this from the heart
vitolegend 6 months ago
What a fantastic tune.I have'nt heard this in years,used to have it on an old original k-tel hits LP,used to sing it all the time,I was only about 10 years old, I'm 47 now !
Brings back happy childhood memories.Thanks for uploading it.
GBURGE55 6 months ago
just seen ken boothe,,dawn penn live @ nottingham caribbean carnival 14th aug 2011 .. what amazin day wooooo
deesmadhouse 6 months ago
who came up with this song first? ken booth or the backstreet boys?
KenNigguh 6 months ago
@KenNigguh
david gates wrote this originally a bread song
oldgit58 6 months ago
@oldgit58 oh thanks bro
KenNigguh 6 months ago
@KenNigguh hahahaha! WHOOOSH!
quamenmike2 5 months ago
she didn't have to take me seriously, i've got nothing left.
brianfarrier 6 months ago
I've heard him on uppsala reggae festival 2011 Good voice!
koleradaman 6 months ago
i heard this song on satellite radio and i finally found it! yes!!! great song!!
beyallluv 6 months ago
Genius bassline.
maccagrabme 6 months ago
MEEMORIES DONT LEAVE LIK PEOPLE DO ENJOY LISTENIN TO THIS SONG OVER N OVER AFTER YEARS. NEVER GETS OLD.
manah19133 6 months ago
to huntley from karen
delasmore 6 months ago
This and Terry Jacks (seasons in the son) the 2 records I used to play over and over when I was jilted by the only person I ever really loved, and that was 37 years ago! God bless youtube. Lets pray Rupert Murdoch never gets his filthy hands on it.
foggyorwot 7 months ago
cant stop listening to this song
Leweydagga 7 months ago
R U MADDDD BIG TUNE
RepDatTV 7 months ago
Saw This Guy In Concert 2day , Such An Amazin Voice :)
vipvanessa1 7 months ago
14 dislikes? man them 14 dudes have no soul
TheMeltdown23 7 months ago
@TheMeltdown23
The 14 dislikes must be from David Gates and Bread fans. Gates wrote it, I think.
twinkie57401 7 months ago
@twinkie57401 lol, yea probaly, philistines !!
TheMeltdown23 7 months ago
@twinkie57401 why? This is a great cover version.
anthonythirteen 6 months ago
at 00:27- thats Desmond Dekker ^^
eloisesucks14 7 months ago
@eloisesucks14 SAME THING.
BootyFister 7 months ago
Riddim. First tune I ever bought. Classic remake and a true classic. Sounds just as good today all these years later. I play it to my 3 kids and they love it, especially as its about a dad!
thfcyidz 7 months ago
I,M WITH YOU FORGET THESE IDIOTS THAT CRITICISE FOR THE SAKE OF CRITICING.songs like this and artists KEN BOOTHE will live forever ...............................
TheChipz67 5 months ago
This one is 4 my lil boy who i love with all my heart xxxxxx
sassyjojo13 7 months ago
@sassyjojo13 who cares?
hawit8390 7 months ago
LOVE THIS SONG!!!!
Rushalee 8 months ago
Hell Yeah! Cant wait till the 31th of july when hes comming to Amsterdam. Smoking the spliff and see him live!
Yah Bless
KonopiSmoker 8 months ago
やっぱり最高ね!
TARARANCHU 8 months ago
He will be performing at Crystal Palace Park at the Family Funday on the 14th August 2011...
norffas2003 8 months ago
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for my mum and dad
5115brian 8 months ago
First tune I ever brought. Went bto Woolworths with my mum as a 10 year old. Souinds just as good today!
thfcyidz 8 months ago
who is the original singer?amazing song..
vskand 8 months ago
@vskand David Gates of the band Bread wrote and sang this about his father.
MickeyLynott 8 months ago
@MickeyLynott ok thank you very much:D
vskand 8 months ago
@shinotora1X
this wonderful (and better then original) (cover/remake) is just dedecated to his daddy ;)
Herby1989 9 months ago
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cbltattoo 9 months ago
this song always brings tears to my eyes. My brother introduced me to this song and whenever i listen to this song i always remember my brother. Reggae knows the true feeling of joy and sadness!
KingMyron23 9 months ago
I'm a fan of the likes of Pink Floyd and King Crimson, but this song transcends musical boundaries. When I was a teenage, this song stole my heart and still does today... and it outdoes Bread's original version, which is rare for a cover version. Brilliant.
scouserfourteen 9 months ago
HONKY! REGGAE SUCKS!!!!!!! TERRIBLE!!!!!!!
mrmikespence1964 9 months ago
@mrmikespence1964 you fuckin suck...
isaiaszzzz 9 months ago
@mrmikespence1964 you are a fucking retarded
gullygod141 9 months ago
@mrmikespence1964 so why did u click on it then?
sully1239 9 months ago
@mrmikespence1964 I believe in free speech and all that but you're a fucking dimtard.
russthelegend57 9 months ago
@mrmikespence1964 thats not what your mother said when i made her lick the back of my cock to this song if you dont like it dont listen to it so try and find another way to be an asshole
unholythrashbrigade1 8 months ago
I lost too many loved ones recently. This song healed me in a way...Beautiful
Astridag 9 months ago
His voice is so unique...
PLEASANTGIFFT 9 months ago
Beautiful song. I feel his pain in every lik/note
SheleneThomas1 9 months ago 2
@AzuraProd 1 love
148w14 9 months ago
old school love it 1 love u peeps
148w14 9 months ago
@oishark- you are correct I timed it! it is Desmond! BTW...still a great track! Less reverb should of clued me in. I had my speakers low. OI!
mylesford 9 months ago
@oishark- you are correct I timed it! it is Desmond! BTW...still a great track! Less reverb should of clued me in. I had my speakers low.
mylesford 9 months ago
This album is and always will be one of the greatest birthday presents I have ever received. Almost 20 years now... all I want to put out there is "Rock Steady All You Rude Boys And Girls!" OI!
mylesford 9 months ago
23 seconds to 32 seconds...That's not Ken boothe, that's Desmond Dekker
oishark 9 months ago
yesss
jamrockianchick129 10 months ago
Just one beautiful tune ....period
TheSanctumSanctorium 10 months ago
Good song, good singer but look here: watch?v=pBDVarvFqYI, for a great song sung by a great singer. No comparison!
crackpot148 10 months ago
ke buena kancion spiritu del 69 °_°
gummybaya 10 months ago
i don't have a father, this songs makes me wish more to have one jaja
rocko471 10 months ago
who would have anything to dislike about this
lattika123 10 months ago 46
Brilliant song. Heard it just yesterday after many years and I was surprised that could have forgotten this and some other reggae tracks .Thanks for sharing it.
blackbirdieee 10 months ago
what a song!
arabianprinceesa 11 months ago
to me this is an anthem to God
jrmelmer 11 months ago
reminds me of brandi
TheMangoya6 11 months ago
Yes this is a beauty I was so young when this was playing probably about 5/6 and can recall loving it then and even more now. Thanks for posting
PPOWER737 11 months ago
Dedicated to the man I love who is no longer mine. xxxx Love you Mark!
1midnightvelvet 11 months ago 2
Spirit of '69? More like '74.
crackpot148 11 months ago
@crackpot148 lol
Jamiextreme 11 months ago
Delvin tun off de gram... lol. The Golden voice of Ken Boothe. Reggae got SOUL!
ThrowbackSoul 11 months ago 2
To all who lost their sweet heart
soltanprivet 11 months ago 20
Really enjoy it deeply!listen "Freedom street" by Ken B...master voice
NDAOish 11 months ago
love this tune
liyrose 1 year ago
You sheltered me from harm. Kept me warm. Kept me warm </3
Mr. Keen Boothe, you added soulful reggae to the already tasty Bread.
HardGalFeDead 1 year ago
great number a good cover of a david gates song deservedly went to the number one spot . love it
poppicker6 1 year ago
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This man should be arrested for murdering one of the most beautiful songs written by the wonderful David Gates - shocking!
gateslover 1 year ago
@gateslover maybe its testament to the brilliant song that a cover - in a totally different genre - can be so good.
bigfinau 1 year ago 2
just came from Brixton academy and dude you rocked the joint.. Jah bless to you
19Tendai79 1 year ago
This version kicks. Gates may have written it, but Ken did the proper job with it.
Great stuff.
buddhUU 1 year ago 2
watched ken and company on bbc reggae britannia at the barbican. wicked, wish that I knew about the show b4.
omygosh121 1 year ago
Great tune and upload. DD at 0.26.
SulivanCourt 1 year ago
WHY IS THERE A PICTURE OF DESMOND DEKKER AT 0:26?
zXeCLiPzeXz 1 year ago
from a time before the Black nation was polluted by "rhythm and bass" .... i love Black music from before 1985...love it.....since she left Dad sings it to my Mum..
4n5w3r4 1 year ago
top tune! i close my eyes and drift away to this. ken boothe... legend
jah420smp 1 year ago
saw him the other day at the reggae Britannia gig! gotta say i wasnt into him before that but he blew the place away
louis27195 1 year ago