my mother called ''sadhbh'' used 2 sing this to me when i was a baby but i always thought it was '''my love is fairer than annie'' instead of ''any'' so insted of ''annie'' she always said my name which is ''aisling'' . i love dis song i always cry lisnin 2 dis song and think of my mam love u mam and miss u lots from aisling in germany x x x x x x x x
It's hard to believe they are both dead now, isn't it? I'll never forget seeing them for the first time in concert, so overwhelmed I was crying like an infant. I had grown up listening their records, and to see them on stage was simply unforgettable. Liam and Tommy visited our city on a few occasions, and later the Clancy Brothers, Robbie O'Connell, and Tommy and friends provided us with a weekend of music and laughter we'll never forget. We'll not see their likes again.
1-3 @NAEIRNBRUFORU. The Irish song is older. It refers to the Battle of the Boyne
In 1689, James II attempted to regain his throne from William, Prince of Orange (married to James II's Protestant daughter, Mary) and the English Parliament
Many Scots Highlanders fought with the Irish to restore James II (he was also James VII of Scotland) to the throne The Highlanders & the Irish were Roman Catholics James was defeated at the Battle of the Boyne in Northern Ireland on 1 July 1690
The song is a lament because the young man is dying from his battle wounds. (The lily represents purity; the rose, love, the clear water to truth..,,referring to the girl and his love for her.)
In 1745 James II's grandson; Charles Edward Stuart ("Bonnie Prince Charlie") landed in Scotland and began the Jacobite Uprising. Catholics from Ireland joined the Highlanders of Scotland to fight for the young prince.
The "Young Pretender" (as the English called him) was defeated by William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (loyal to the German Hanover king of England) at the Battle of Culloden; 16 April 1746.
After the battle of Culloden; those captured, were taken to London, tried for treason and hanged.
Between the time of the two battles; the English had begun the "Highland Clearances;" that is, the forced displacement of the Highland Scots from their farms. Soon...
Soon, the English also began the "Lowland Clearances" Both continued into the 19th century. Meanwhile the Irish were the victims of "Penal laws" against Roman Catholics; which remained until the early 20th century.
In the Scots song; the "high road" refers to the king's highway, (paved and a toll) road. The "low road" refers to the "secondary" (free) road He will never stand with his "true love on the banks of Loch Lomond" because he was executed or exiled.
I have been a fan of the Clancy's and Tommy Makem since the '60s. From a Greenwich Village Bar they brought back traditional Irish music. They are missed. "will ye no come back again
@CTKeifer74 TT = crying/weeping. Jennifer Frost was my first girlfriend- she died in 1980 in a car wreck. A rare thing in that she was a sensible red-headed woman
@richintalent Can't find the words. I hope her soul is "ridin'the wind forever free" with my mom (54, unexpectedly passed away 2 yrs ago), my brother's best friend and friend of mine, a f*in talented drummer (22, a lot of yrs ago), my cousin Giorgio (35, unbelievable story) and so on..
No, it's not, exactly, but obviously taken from it. There are a few places where it varies from "Loch Lomond", and the timing is altered to be a lot sweeter. In fact all the places where the melody departs, it's got a sweeter feel to it. "In Yonder Garden Grows" is an example of where the melody varies from Loch Lomond.
From Nov 09 to March 2010, out of 19 council houses, allocated by Tralee council 11 went to immigrants. Many Irish people are on the housing waiting list, some waiting for 7yrs, and the houses are going to foreigners.
Kerryman 14/4/10
This at a time when Irish children in care are being moved around in different care homes and B&B's. Some of these kids have been abused and committed suicide - they would greatly benefit from a secure council house.
Tommy was a terrific entertainer. He combined songs, stories, and humor perfectly. I've seen him more than once here in his hometown, where he is missed greatly.
this brings memories of me gram she loved this and gave me my love for irish music and all things irish I miss you every day gram and will love you always
I used to think Liam and The Clancy Brothers were typical comeallya singers but I really appreciate their folk music now, thanks for the beautiful music Liam and rest in peace.
Also I love Irish audiences, they don't need to know the words to sing along. Does anyone know where was this performed.
without these guys alot of trad stuff would never have happened, an important part of the Folk revival! Tunes were interchanged between Ireland and Scotland so who knows which came first. A lot of happy memories in my Grannies listnin to the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem.
Loch Lomond has existed since the 900s A.D. at dead minumum, this song is beautiful, but young and fresh. Although... 'young' is relative. I'm with him in that this song took its tune from an equally honored classic. Of course, think on the period. the same tune could have different words and different names... its not liek they had CD's, or anything besides minstrels and bards at all.
I love this song! Im learning it on guitar and to sing it. Does he sing: "you choose the ROAD, love, and I'll make the vow." - on the lyrics site it reads "you choose the ROSE, love..." Listen again and tell me what you think. Also, he sings "Its not for the parting that my sister CAME.." Some sing it "its not for the parting that my sister PAINS." - is one more traditional? How old are these lyrics? Im interesting in the history. Lovely song! My favorite!!! God Bless Ireland!
Actually, Makem didn't exactly write the lyrics. XD It's actually based on The Lass of Loch Lamond. It's still a great song. No, he doesn't say "road," it's "rose." His accent just makes it sound funny. =3 And I think the "pains" is a more classical choice of words. I'm not entirely sure of the significance of "came," though. Sorry! I gave what I knew. x3
This song SO describes my late girlfriend Jennifer who died at 16 in a car accident- I have yet to meet a redheaded girl as nice as she was- not only nice to look at but NICE in personality. Not stuck up like most redheaded girls I've met since.
I was in Ireland in 1981 watching and hearing a lot of music but not this one. Nice job. I miss Tommy already. Saw Delores Keane and John Faulkner, also a lot of musicians upstairs at Slattery's on Capel Street. Matt Molloy and Sean Keane came in and sat down to play one night, about 2 feet in front of me. Only in Ireland.
I never knew how many songs Tommy Makem wrote. I had assumed they had always been there, like Greensleeves or something. What an extraordinary talent he was! The world was lucky to have him.
what i would give to see them live. ive always thought i was born in the wrong decade, and after hearing this ( or any clancy bros tommy makem song ) i have never been so sure that i was. we need more men and music like this in todays world
Every time I hear this I weep... it was played at my girlfriend Jennifer's funeral- she died of a cerebral hemmorhage in 1980 at 16... it's been almost 30 years and i still grieve.
It is so beautiful that it makes me cry. I keep trying to play and sing it - I figured the chords out - but I keep getting choked up and crying and I can't sing! This has been going on for a couple of days now! When will I get over it? This is getting ridiculous! Am I losing my mind?
No, it's a very old folk song. At one point he said he wrote it, but later confirmed that he didn't actually. I Believe the very first version was actually a German folk song. Folk music meaning "music of the people"
Thank you so much. Each one of these that people find and post is truly a treasure. They look so young. I hope all the debate about who was best at this or that will cease and we can just appreciate the Clancys, Dubliners, Wolftones, Fureys, and so many others: so gifted.
my mother called ''sadhbh'' used 2 sing this to me when i was a baby but i always thought it was '''my love is fairer than annie'' instead of ''any'' so insted of ''annie'' she always said my name which is ''aisling'' . i love dis song i always cry lisnin 2 dis song and think of my mam love u mam and miss u lots from aisling in germany x x x x x x x x
mcsachsenhausen 1 month ago
@mcsachsenhausen It was a favourite in our house too, great memories!
blasketboy 1 month ago
"..as the man said when his wife ran away and his hens stopped laying and the second tragedy was worse than the first." Classic! ;D
elduderino292 2 months ago
Beautiful! Timeless! Where are these kind today?
REmilJFolk 3 months ago 5
@REmilJFolk Sleepin' under rocks.
OSlatraigh 6 days ago
Beautiful! Timeless! Where are these kind today?
REmilJFolk 3 months ago
incredible
ennell1 4 months ago
It's hard to believe they are both dead now, isn't it? I'll never forget seeing them for the first time in concert, so overwhelmed I was crying like an infant. I had grown up listening their records, and to see them on stage was simply unforgettable. Liam and Tommy visited our city on a few occasions, and later the Clancy Brothers, Robbie O'Connell, and Tommy and friends provided us with a weekend of music and laughter we'll never forget. We'll not see their likes again.
foreverspring 5 months ago 2
@foreverspring Great memories to share with us, thanks.
ClontibretKing 2 months ago
How beautiful is the girl @ 5:30 ???
leonpat2002 8 months ago 12
@leonpat2002 wow you're right!!!
fantom815 8 months ago
@leonpat2002 - 6:16 a Real Irish girl
sainglain 3 months ago
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Thank you for posting this song :-)
My Dad used to sing this song to my Mum (except for the last stanza)....a very long time ago. A piper played the tune at his funeral. *sighs*
Thank you Lord, for sharing Liam Clancy and Tommy Makem with us...they brought joy to many!
Liam & Tommy, you're in a far better place...serenading the angels!
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago
Bail ó Dhia grásta ar an gcineál ceoil seo. Maith sibh, a leaids ;-)
frenchlearner7 11 months ago
what a song
MultiRob83 11 months ago 2
If anyone has not yet noticed that thi sis the same tune as Loch Lomond, me granda always used to say this is the Irish version of Loch Lomond.
Irishborne 1 year ago
i love it
mducharme01 1 year ago
@mducharme01 i sing it in my chior
superboy1393 10 months ago
These lads are missed here in NYC all the time but especially as we await the High Holy Day.
Miss the songs the pints and the chats at the Irish Pavilion on 57st.
Hard to believe they are both gone.
We are thankful to you both for the songs and the craic and thankful to the Big Guy Upstairs having you both pass our way.
Suaimhneas síoraí
poppi400 1 year ago 2
Okay what song came first--- This or loch lomand??
NAEIRNBRUFORU 1 year ago
1-3 @NAEIRNBRUFORU. The Irish song is older. It refers to the Battle of the Boyne
In 1689, James II attempted to regain his throne from William, Prince of Orange (married to James II's Protestant daughter, Mary) and the English Parliament
Many Scots Highlanders fought with the Irish to restore James II (he was also James VII of Scotland) to the throne The Highlanders & the Irish were Roman Catholics James was defeated at the Battle of the Boyne in Northern Ireland on 1 July 1690
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago
2-3 @NAEIRNBRUFORU
The song is a lament because the young man is dying from his battle wounds. (The lily represents purity; the rose, love, the clear water to truth..,,referring to the girl and his love for her.)
In 1745 James II's grandson; Charles Edward Stuart ("Bonnie Prince Charlie") landed in Scotland and began the Jacobite Uprising. Catholics from Ireland joined the Highlanders of Scotland to fight for the young prince.
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago
3a-3ab (3-4) @NAEIRNBRUFORU
The "Young Pretender" (as the English called him) was defeated by William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (loyal to the German Hanover king of England) at the Battle of Culloden; 16 April 1746.
After the battle of Culloden; those captured, were taken to London, tried for treason and hanged.
Between the time of the two battles; the English had begun the "Highland Clearances;" that is, the forced displacement of the Highland Scots from their farms. Soon...
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago
3b-3ab (4-4) @NAEIRNBRUFORU
Soon, the English also began the "Lowland Clearances" Both continued into the 19th century. Meanwhile the Irish were the victims of "Penal laws" against Roman Catholics; which remained until the early 20th century.
In the Scots song; the "high road" refers to the king's highway, (paved and a toll) road. The "low road" refers to the "secondary" (free) road He will never stand with his "true love on the banks of Loch Lomond" because he was executed or exiled.
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago 2
@BoudiccaBlanc Unfournately i already know what the battle of boyne is.
NAEIRNBRUFORU 9 months ago
@NAEIRNBRUFORU
I hear ya! :(((
BoudiccaBlanc 9 months ago
@BoudiccaBlanc There was no Northern Ireland until 1922, still a hangover from another era!
ClontibretKing 6 months ago
I have been a fan of the Clancy's and Tommy Makem since the '60s. From a Greenwich Village Bar they brought back traditional Irish music. They are missed. "will ye no come back again
47sunship 1 year ago
@47sunship will ye no come back again is scottish i believe and not irish then i again cause they do play waltzing miltilda on the bag pipes as well
babybookworm003 1 year ago
This was played at my girlfriend's funeral TT
richintalent 1 year ago
@richintalent (I'm the one who gave you an answer about guitar throwing...)
Are you serious?
And... Sorry you know I don't speak English... What's the meaning of "TT"?
CTKeifer74 1 year ago
@CTKeifer74 TT = crying/weeping. Jennifer Frost was my first girlfriend- she died in 1980 in a car wreck. A rare thing in that she was a sensible red-headed woman
richintalent 1 year ago
@richintalent Can't find the words. I hope her soul is "ridin'the wind forever free" with my mom (54, unexpectedly passed away 2 yrs ago), my brother's best friend and friend of mine, a f*in talented drummer (22, a lot of yrs ago), my cousin Giorgio (35, unbelievable story) and so on..
Just hope something like that: "Forever free"...
CTKeifer74 1 year ago
@CTKeifer74 TT is crying
babybookworm003 1 year ago
@babybookworm003 Thank you.
CTKeifer74 1 year ago
You should rename this. I've heard it many times but didn't realize until today that it was part 6 of a series of 6.
sandinmyears1 1 year ago
I love this song and can listen to it over and over again.
sandinmyears1 1 year ago
"...Oh ye'll take the high road and I'll take the low road,
And I'll be in Scotland afore ye;
But me and my true love will never meet again
On the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond..."
regen1974 1 year ago
Oh, it´s the melody of "Loch Lomond", interesting
regen1974 1 year ago
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@regen1974
"Oh, it´s the melody of "Loch Lomond"
No, it's not, exactly, but obviously taken from it. There are a few places where it varies from "Loch Lomond", and the timing is altered to be a lot sweeter. In fact all the places where the melody departs, it's got a sweeter feel to it. "In Yonder Garden Grows" is an example of where the melody varies from Loch Lomond.
Destiny4511 1 year ago
The girl at 5:30 such an amazingly beautiful Irish girl, and I'm not livin far from there so probably know her!
leonpat2002 1 year ago
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@leonpat2002 "I'm not livin far from there so probably know her!"
It seems to me that if you know her, you would know that for sure, with no "probably"...
Destiny4511 1 year ago
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absolutely perfect! nearly in tears after that...
onlyonegala 1 year ago
absolutely perfect! nearly in tears after that...
onlyonegala 1 year ago
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IRISH QUEING FOR 7YRS LOSE OUT TO IMMIGRANTS
From Nov 09 to March 2010, out of 19 council houses, allocated by Tralee council 11 went to immigrants. Many Irish people are on the housing waiting list, some waiting for 7yrs, and the houses are going to foreigners.
Kerryman 14/4/10
This at a time when Irish children in care are being moved around in different care homes and B&B's. Some of these kids have been abused and committed suicide - they would greatly benefit from a secure council house.
waaeaa 1 year ago
danny o'brien frog and bucket
utsltdsteven 1 year ago
Ever notice that people try to type more Irish 'so they do' while commenting on songs like these?
Gaz10t 1 year ago
Aye, Laddie. This song stirs something deep within me Irish soul.
Kodiak1775 1 year ago
fan bloody tastic, stirs the soul so it does!!
Decgarda86 1 year ago
R.I.P liam clancy il never forget you
is brea liom an ceoil seo agus ta me 13.
wish i could av seen it live...
Michaela9888 1 year ago
~What a loss to the music world; these men had the voices of angels. This is such a beautiful song.
FLNonny 1 year ago
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FLNonny 1 year ago
Tommy was a terrific entertainer. He combined songs, stories, and humor perfectly. I've seen him more than once here in his hometown, where he is missed greatly.
RaveninWinter 1 year ago
beutiful song
ADoyle131 1 year ago
took me ages to find this thanks for the upload
mmmhedgeymmm 1 year ago
RIP Liam, RIP Tommy...hard to believe you're both gone now.
reddknife 1 year ago
Cmon the Lu
muzzysham2k8 1 year ago
Lovely singing !
josparkes1 2 years ago
You can never beat pure class. Just fantastic
racksview 2 years ago
this brings memories of me gram she loved this and gave me my love for irish music and all things irish I miss you every day gram and will love you always
kspill172 2 years ago 3
aww thats sweet god bless you and your granny :-)
joeygsmom 2 years ago
Breathtaking!
Tessietots 2 years ago
beautiful !
hyazinthe1 2 years ago 3
I used to think Liam and The Clancy Brothers were typical comeallya singers but I really appreciate their folk music now, thanks for the beautiful music Liam and rest in peace.
Also I love Irish audiences, they don't need to know the words to sing along. Does anyone know where was this performed.
eblanaken 2 years ago 2
@eblanaken Bunratty Castle
orckiller91 2 years ago
without these guys alot of trad stuff would never have happened, an important part of the Folk revival! Tunes were interchanged between Ireland and Scotland so who knows which came first. A lot of happy memories in my Grannies listnin to the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem.
boabstewart 2 years ago
RIP a chara, slan go foill
Uptoyourfacelads 2 years ago
An absolute gift. I pray we return to ballads like these. God bless the Boys. Slainte Liam!
MissionMoment 2 years ago 3
an absolute legend
Rest in peace
sr20detable 2 years ago 2
R.I.P gone but not forgotton
lucanmick 2 years ago
me mum phoned me earlier and told me, red is the rose all gods creatures private Wllie: ) sleep well Liam.
sdineen1 2 years ago
RIP
micksul67 2 years ago 2
very very good
CAMELOT225 2 years ago
very very good indeed
CAMELOT225 2 years ago
Stunning melody
Derxium 2 years ago
isn´t it loch lomond´s melody????????
it is so wonderful¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡
SCOT989 2 years ago 2
@SCOT989 What makes you think Loch Lomond is the original song to have this melody?
jarsonist 2 years ago
Loch Lomond has existed since the 900s A.D. at dead minumum, this song is beautiful, but young and fresh. Although... 'young' is relative. I'm with him in that this song took its tune from an equally honored classic. Of course, think on the period. the same tune could have different words and different names... its not liek they had CD's, or anything besides minstrels and bards at all.
Ironsouled 2 years ago
Greetings all... Like usual, I'm getting here a couple months late. :)
Cohedros, Liam -is- singing "you choose the road, love." I turned it all the way up with headphones and it's definitely road.
wherefalconsfly, at about 4:00, Liam's singing "'tis not for the parting with my sister Kate. 'tis not for the grief of my mother." Listen closely.
Blessings to all...
Pat
qorogh 2 years ago 2
Love it !!! " my love is fairer than any "
bobby1957 2 years ago
Beautiful. His love is fairer than Annie.
But how does poor Annie feel about this?
DrCahaba 2 years ago
Hahaha! Don't know if you were making a joke or nay, but funny no matter.
The lyric is, "My love is fairer than any".
:)
dangalos 2 years ago 12
I love this song! Im learning it on guitar and to sing it. Does he sing: "you choose the ROAD, love, and I'll make the vow." - on the lyrics site it reads "you choose the ROSE, love..." Listen again and tell me what you think. Also, he sings "Its not for the parting that my sister CAME.." Some sing it "its not for the parting that my sister PAINS." - is one more traditional? How old are these lyrics? Im interesting in the history. Lovely song! My favorite!!! God Bless Ireland!
wherefalconsfly 2 years ago
Actually, Makem didn't exactly write the lyrics. XD It's actually based on The Lass of Loch Lamond. It's still a great song. No, he doesn't say "road," it's "rose." His accent just makes it sound funny. =3 And I think the "pains" is a more classical choice of words. I'm not entirely sure of the significance of "came," though. Sorry! I gave what I knew. x3
Cohedros 2 years ago
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There's a response on the comments. :)
qorogh 2 years ago
There's a response on the comments. :)
qorogh 2 years ago
Oh, thanks. ^^
Cohedros 2 years ago
wondering: can some one share the chords for this version? I want to play it at my young wife's grave. RIP Love XXXOOOXXX See you soon!
wherefalconsfly 2 years ago
If you write to me on my e.mail I'll post them back to you, I'll be performing this for the first time this evening
Desi
crc778Hypnodoc 2 years ago
perfection
wherefalconsfly 2 years ago
I grew up listening to this music... The Clancy Brothers are kings of the universe.
israel8491 2 years ago 2
Fantastic. Beautiful harmonies by Tommy Makem r.i.p.
cavermo 2 years ago 2
Brilliant !!!!!!
Youngcavalier 3 years ago
beautiful
mskittykatty 3 years ago
This song SO describes my late girlfriend Jennifer who died at 16 in a car accident- I have yet to meet a redheaded girl as nice as she was- not only nice to look at but NICE in personality. Not stuck up like most redheaded girls I've met since.
richintalent 3 years ago
i learnt this song for a scór competition when i was a young lad!!
joemag22 3 years ago 3
Wonderful song and video!
Thanks so much for sharing this gem.
5*****
catminima 3 years ago 2
I was in Ireland in 1981 watching and hearing a lot of music but not this one. Nice job. I miss Tommy already. Saw Delores Keane and John Faulkner, also a lot of musicians upstairs at Slattery's on Capel Street. Matt Molloy and Sean Keane came in and sat down to play one night, about 2 feet in front of me. Only in Ireland.
rjwinz 3 years ago 20
^_^
TheUnitedFreak 3 years ago
So beautiful! FIVE stars!
txstoryteller 3 years ago
Tommy wrote the lyrics.
connopv 3 years ago
I never knew how many songs Tommy Makem wrote. I had assumed they had always been there, like Greensleeves or something. What an extraordinary talent he was! The world was lucky to have him.
amyeileen 3 years ago 4
what i would give to see them live. ive always thought i was born in the wrong decade, and after hearing this ( or any clancy bros tommy makem song ) i have never been so sure that i was. we need more men and music like this in todays world
SteviesLastTry 3 years ago 2
Every time I hear this I weep... it was played at my girlfriend Jennifer's funeral- she died of a cerebral hemmorhage in 1980 at 16... it's been almost 30 years and i still grieve.
richintalent 3 years ago 3
It is so beautiful that it makes me cry. I keep trying to play and sing it - I figured the chords out - but I keep getting choked up and crying and I can't sing! This has been going on for a couple of days now! When will I get over it? This is getting ridiculous! Am I losing my mind?
bryanth798 3 years ago
Tommy wrote this, right?
apriloreilly13 3 years ago
No, it's a very old folk song. At one point he said he wrote it, but later confirmed that he didn't actually. I Believe the very first version was actually a German folk song. Folk music meaning "music of the people"
bigdjindustriez 3 years ago
Actually, in the German, it would be "Die Volkenmusik." =P Der Volk is the people.
Cohedros 3 years ago
I think the story is that Liam wrote the lyrics and he used the melody of Loch Lomond
bryanth798 3 years ago
That is what I've come to believe as well. Either way, a beautiful tune.
dangalos 3 years ago
Wouldn't this be a fun concert to attend? They really take their act seriously! :)
Poodlepups 4 years ago
Thank you so much. Each one of these that people find and post is truly a treasure. They look so young. I hope all the debate about who was best at this or that will cease and we can just appreciate the Clancys, Dubliners, Wolftones, Fureys, and so many others: so gifted.
wlftone 4 years ago 2
Nothing short of brilliant
Thank you Connor for posting tis magic song
Billh
biilh 4 years ago
Makem & Clancy...Simply The Best!
Thank You Conor!
TommyPM 4 years ago 3
Absolutely lovely.
Thank you so much Conor.
HaulAwayJoe 4 years ago 2