mad how things go full circle. i remember listening to this song once when i was about 15. (18 years ago). went back to my old man raving about it and he handed me his 'sound of bread' album. i never knew who it was that sang the reggea version that i fell in love with. then nearly 20 years later i randomly searched the name ken boothe, after hearing it in a favourite clash song, and i stumble across it. and fall in love with it all over again. happy days.
Hit #1 on the UK pop chart for 3 weeks in Oct 1974
This is the first time I've heard this version, I like it, but personally I prefer the version by Bread. Mind you that could be because Bread's version was the first I ever heard.
my mum passed away on the 10th of august 2011,i placed the lyrics to this song in her hand in her coffin,the words mean so much,i WOULD give EVERYTHING i own just to hear her voice once again!i miss you mum more than words can say.xxxxxxxxxxx
Im glad i went ahead and read some comments, I alwayus assumed it was about some bird, but now i find out it was about his dad i really really love it. ( even tho it wasnt even ken boothes dad lol )
Easily the best version of a very moving song. The original, by David Gates was about his father who had died just as they got close, which makes it even more emotional when you listen to the lyrics
I got the pleasure of Meeting Kevin Batchelor and Cedric Brooks when they came to Gainesville FL, they practiced IN MY HOUSE...with a local ska band, And the covered this song...it was So amazing....SOMEWHERE is the video...i will try to get it and post it...
La amo a tal grado de tenerla plasmada en mi piel de por vida.
SkinHeadEdy 4 days ago
<3 Que bonito tema :)
german2401 6 days ago
Amazing song :)
CrazyAboutMovies23 1 week ago
mad how things go full circle. i remember listening to this song once when i was about 15. (18 years ago). went back to my old man raving about it and he handed me his 'sound of bread' album. i never knew who it was that sang the reggea version that i fell in love with. then nearly 20 years later i randomly searched the name ken boothe, after hearing it in a favourite clash song, and i stumble across it. and fall in love with it all over again. happy days.
MrTillyayre 1 week ago
oh yeah i feel so fortunate to have been old enough to enjoy the era of such great music and his voice oh wow made me melt lol
jillianbbw 2 weeks ago
song played at my Grandad's Funeral Such a beautiful song with meaningful words! BEST VERSION BY FAR!
sarena995 3 weeks ago
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<3
vlankiz 1 month ago
this was the Number 1 when i was Born, 29th Oct 1974... happy with that :) like it
Mark291074 1 month ago 2
@Equus1965 @scisci270 homos homos! please! stop your arguing and listen to the jam!
TheGuinnessboys 1 month ago
Hit #1 on the UK pop chart for 3 weeks in Oct 1974
This is the first time I've heard this version, I like it, but personally I prefer the version by Bread. Mind you that could be because Bread's version was the first I ever heard.
theonlymoo5e 2 months ago
i love reggae so much
SelassieRastaDude 2 months ago
This Is England <3
kylemeeson 2 months ago 17
@kylemeeson i know right :/ woody and lol
viper1995 2 months ago
brandi i miss you
TheMangoya6 4 months ago
Antonija sve sto imam dajem bas tebi!!
MrJg52 6 months ago
my mum passed away on the 10th of august 2011,i placed the lyrics to this song in her hand in her coffin,the words mean so much,i WOULD give EVERYTHING i own just to hear her voice once again!i miss you mum more than words can say.xxxxxxxxxxx
gwr1466 6 months ago 3
have this on vinyl :)
solty52 6 months ago
My last cry out when my girl's gone.
PunkOUTcast68 7 months ago
Beautiful
Love from Brasil
QG Imperial
QGImperial 7 months ago
the drop is heart wrenching, every single time
666xfluffyxbunnyx999 7 months ago
Best present next to a star was this album...20 years ago, Trojan!.Stay Rude! Stay Rebel! Stay Rebel! Stay SHARP! OI!
mylesford 9 months ago
Best present next to a star was this album...20 years ago, Trojan!.Stay Rude! Stay Rebel! Stay Rebel! Stay Ska! OI!
mylesford 9 months ago
yea, so hear what they say, write it down, record it, remember it!
Snymandible 10 months ago
his voice sends shivers down my spine everytime i hear him he rocked rule brittannia at the barbican
tonyteeth2011 10 months ago
tune love this song tune
bassettboy2010 11 months ago
Keep the tune coming my unlce and auntie always play and sing these great tune.
raymondcooper1 11 months ago
pure brilliance
avfcdeano123 1 year ago
pure talent here, no computer made voice or whatever you call it, just pure talent.
Peace to y'all who were high while listening this.
gabstl 1 year ago 4
this is what i need right know
salps3 1 year ago
This song makes me very sad.
PLOttawa 1 year ago
Still like Breads version better but this is a nice twist on it
emt1605 1 year ago
I love this x
Played at my uncles funeral x
eden834 1 year ago
Im glad i went ahead and read some comments, I alwayus assumed it was about some bird, but now i find out it was about his dad i really really love it. ( even tho it wasnt even ken boothes dad lol )
ibdbenny 1 year ago
Love Ken's voice! Love this old style music!
leesnoopyt 1 year ago
one of my fav songs, just perfect..
BlondeRocknRoll 1 year ago
the other version to the song is Venessa Hudgens-Everything i own im my oppinion its a shit version :P i love this song tho
Jadem146 1 year ago
I love this song!!
helcat316 1 year ago
Absolutely LOVE this ............ :) x
breffnipark 1 year ago
Easily the best version of a very moving song. The original, by David Gates was about his father who had died just as they got close, which makes it even more emotional when you listen to the lyrics
mkmanhattans 1 year ago 2
ahhhh esta version no la conocia
pero es mucho mas emotiva que la que interpreta boy george.
jmbalam 1 year ago
Great track! what a voice too.Thanks!
littlejon3G 1 year ago
what other version?.....Don't go there
jazzbojudas 1 year ago
There is no another version of this song ...
it's the only one !
elporteo 2 years ago
Makes you realise how important some people are in your life. Definitely the best version. Sorry Bread !
Peace and love all
TheRogue82 2 years ago
Best version of this song in my opinion
Equus1965 2 years ago 32
@Equus1965
I concur!!!
BornNonconformist 1 year ago
@Equus1965 i agree on that 1
devdog88 1 year ago
@Equus1965 yes i
donniebangout 6 months ago
@Equus1965 You must be deaf or really stupid.
scisci270 3 months ago
@scisci270 You must be a total asswipe
Equus1965 3 months ago
@Equus1965 Ok i guess im an asswipe....that means youre deaf and stupid.
scisci270 3 months ago
I got the pleasure of Meeting Kevin Batchelor and Cedric Brooks when they came to Gainesville FL, they practiced IN MY HOUSE...with a local ska band, And the covered this song...it was So amazing....SOMEWHERE is the video...i will try to get it and post it...
red67lemans326 2 years ago 2
I Love this tune man ... played at man aunts funeral fanks for posting it :-)
simonzzzzzzzz 2 years ago 10
@simonzzzzzzzz R.I.P to your aunt ♥
Juniorsmummy 3 months ago
blatenly da best version of this tune, da rest are fake man CHA"
talibansabout 3 years ago 2
Yes, cha indeed...
CACKFUCKINGCACK 2 years ago
Brilliant. Thanks for posting.
best wishes
MetryRoad 3 years ago
I need to get singing lessons ... and sing this tong to my girl ... and well would dance in the stars... forever and ever ....
kingstonram 3 years ago
Aww! That is SO sweet!!!
MirrorImageFilms 2 years ago
This is the best version of a song that has been covered to many times!
neongoalpost 3 years ago
great classic thanks!!!!!!1
thyzira 3 years ago
This is a great classic from Ken Boothe..Thanks for the post...Dawn :-)
reggaedawn 3 years ago