Have you listened to Elvis' various versions of it. They rival Roy's.
There is one recording (the only time he ever sung it live) that was done in a 1976 concert taped via a soundboard. It was available on a CD called "Tuscon 76".
Song starts at 2 minute mark. Sentimental accompaniment. Beautifully sung with Roy Orbison trademark sound. Not a hint of Eire about this version though.
Dan, you were taken from us on Dec 8,08 and we had to lay you to rest in a flag dropped coffin. For your love of family and country you were a very special person. Gosh, 2 months and still the tears stream down my face. How my heart aches to never be able to see you again. I look at your picture and the memories of growing up continue to haunt me. I just can't descripe the emptiness my heart feels. I hope you find God's house comforting and that you are happy...
There is no other version of Danny Boy -- as beautiful as it may be -- quite like this one. Enjoy - at the risk of never wanting to hear any of the the others again.
I sing this in my show. Fantastic piece of music. google me at "Dave Dawson and Roy Orbison" and see me at Sleepyhollow, my home. Best wishes to you all. Dave.
Listen to this at the risk of never wanting to hear any other version of this great song. If Danny Boy didn't touch your heart in other versions, this one will.
WOW, I've never heard this version, its the best by far of any out there, no disrespect to the other singers, but Roys version tears out your heart, you just feel it. thanks for posting.
Very very good version of this song by the big O. Elvis is my all time favorite but Roy always gave me chills and this song really is one of his bests. Shame he had gone so early
Never before ,never since ,never again ,a Roy Orbison!!! Case closed!!!!
stuballs42 6 months ago
Nobody sings like Roy Orbison.
ringandreas 6 months ago in playlist ---23--- 2
The best arrangement ever ,and sung by the best. I've worn out my vynil copy so it's great to hear it again.many thanks for sharing.
Normhib 9 months ago
A comment dedicated to Goodbye2romance, a Youtube user who uploaded many of Roy's songs and had her channel recently deleted because of it.
Thanks for the music you shared and the time you dedicated to sharing it with other Roy fans.
If you happen to see this, send me a message please. I miss your presence on youtube very much. :/
Olivegal55 10 months ago 3
A beautiful , beautiful song ...
GxBnote 1 year ago
Supperb !
oldham444 1 year ago
so bloody beautiful! As me mum tol me, a song from a father to his son, who has gone off sea......or war. (sigh)
edb081904 1 year ago 2
Brilliant is all.
sadoldemilio 1 year ago
Roy. Enough said
satyratron 1 year ago
AMAZINGLY BRILLIANT
2neilo 1 year ago
Have you listened to Elvis' various versions of it. They rival Roy's.
There is one recording (the only time he ever sung it live) that was done in a 1976 concert taped via a soundboard. It was available on a CD called "Tuscon 76".
tenniscollector 1 year ago
Song starts at 2 minute mark. Sentimental accompaniment. Beautifully sung with Roy Orbison trademark sound. Not a hint of Eire about this version though.
Alistairville 1 year ago
This song means alot to me. Whenever anyone dies
I play this song.
blissfullycrazye 2 years ago
truely the greastest vocalist ever!!!!
theberries67 2 years ago 7
You are the man. No one sings like you Roy or ever will.
His voice is like Angels singing.
God Bless you Roy
ravengotu 2 years ago 8
Absolutely amazing.
chrissylm37 2 years ago 5
Man oh man..what a voice
5gonnago 2 years ago 6
Very very cool this song. Is the album Memphis that I have in record selead.
~Tinorbison~
Tinorbison 2 years ago 2
JUST GREAT.
malcjow 2 years ago 6
AMAZING all I can say Roy Orbison the best singer in the world
..... the voice of god
allenshepard 2 years ago 26
@allenshepard I always thought god was a bass.
mmasny 1 year ago
@mmasny It's a quote from Barry Gibb in a interview about Roy
allenshepard 1 year ago
@allenshepard Is Barry Gibb close to god?
mmasny 1 year ago
@mmasny Probably not. he was using a figure of speech just like I did in my previous comment I did not mean that literally
allenshepard 1 year ago
@allenshepard alright I didn't get it
mmasny 1 year ago
As far as I'm concerned, no man has ever sung this song more beautifully than Roy Orbison did! Just marvelous!
shapeepster 2 years ago 31
Just great
Foxyarse2 2 years ago 7
Never before,never since,never again,a Roy Orbison!
The voice of God!
stuballs42 2 years ago 6
i made the same comment on blue bayou peace be you with you my friend
mdelair420 2 years ago 4
to whitedovie hope dan is in heaven i olso have a bro in heaven i feel your pain
connelly755 2 years ago 3
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connelly755 2 years ago
Dan, you were taken from us on Dec 8,08 and we had to lay you to rest in a flag dropped coffin. For your love of family and country you were a very special person. Gosh, 2 months and still the tears stream down my face. How my heart aches to never be able to see you again. I look at your picture and the memories of growing up continue to haunt me. I just can't descripe the emptiness my heart feels. I hope you find God's house comforting and that you are happy...
Happy Valentines Day Bro...
Whitedovie 3 years ago 8
theres no words to describe how great this version is and of course howgreat mr Orbison was RIP
allenshepard 3 years ago 15
There is no other version of Danny Boy -- as beautiful as it may be -- quite like this one. Enjoy - at the risk of never wanting to hear any of the the others again.
daveclarkstonv 3 years ago 11
Made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up, beautiful
smellyman7000 3 years ago 8
I sing this in my show. Fantastic piece of music. google me at "Dave Dawson and Roy Orbison" and see me at Sleepyhollow, my home. Best wishes to you all. Dave.
sleepyhollowtwo 3 years ago
great stuff,saw him 15 times live,met him 3 times,great human being,greatest pop singer ever.
rockger2006 3 years ago 7
This comment has received too many negative votes show
I'm an Orbison fan, but this is a song too far. There are many superior versions on YouTube.
mcdade10 3 years ago
For you Sam, Godbless, love you always, sleep in peace my son, Dad xxx
Staffodian50 3 years ago 7
wot a beautiful version by the master made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up thanks
leadie11 3 years ago 7
this is the best version i have heard, but then this is roy orbison
muesdale 3 years ago 4
Never heard this version before. This is truly a song for all parents who see their sons go off to war. Brave young men and devestated parents.
illustratedmind 3 years ago 4
what can ennyone say,its just the best,by the best,roy orbison.
coolbecca1 3 years ago 8
Not the version I remember hearing as a child but so BEAUTIFUL...Hauntingly beautiful... i wish I could have heard him sing Gospel.
After I dry my eyes, I have to say THANKS!
joeocho88 3 years ago 5
Listen to this at the risk of never wanting to hear any other version of this great song. If Danny Boy didn't touch your heart in other versions, this one will.
daveclarkstonv 3 years ago 13
WOW, I've never heard this version, its the best by far of any out there, no disrespect to the other singers, but Roys version tears out your heart, you just feel it. thanks for posting.
crashbug 3 years ago 12
perfect,best singer ever,i should know,i saw him 16 times live from the age of 14,greatest.
coolbecca1 3 years ago 7
Thank you, my twin "Danny" died in Iraq. I can't stop crying, but this song is like a personal message...I love you Danny! (wherever you are)
Irishglen6 3 years ago 6
im so sorry.xx thats all i can say
ntgorry 3 years ago 4
If u like this song. don't forget to check out Frank Patterson here on Youtube1!
BesACB 3 years ago
Roy Orbison's voice was a gift straight from God. Alf
jdewsbury 3 years ago 5
Very very good version of this song by the big O. Elvis is my all time favorite but Roy always gave me chills and this song really is one of his bests. Shame he had gone so early
EverythingElvis 3 years ago 7
great song by the greatest singer ever
down2earth2006 3 years ago 9
Never before, never since, never again , a Roy Orbison
stuballs42 3 years ago 5
One of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard. Amazing!
rgoldena 3 years ago 15
I've always loved this song, and roy does this version so well.
rootrat1au 4 years ago 4
What can you say, no one sings like that but the legend him self. Fantastic!
terrydallasroy 4 years ago 6
Nobody sings "Danny Boy" better than Roy.
feestploegske 4 years ago 9
Great and moving cover!! As usual, the one and only! Roy!!!
oblidats 4 years ago 4