"It's a Long, Long Way to Tipperary", John McCormack

[metarron]

what a load of shit

[bobbysprayer]

The Victor record I have is number 17639 with a black label with the American Quartet. 9/15/1914 is the date from ucsb.edu. Plays good on the Silvertone Portola crank windup my mother gave to me. Billy Murray (vocalist: tenor vocal) ucsb.edu lists the American Quartet members as:

Steve Porter (vocalist: baritone vocal)

Robert D. Armour (vocalist: tenor vocal)

William F. Hooley (vocalist: bass vocal)

[lipnoodle117]

Where did you find such a lovely item?

And will that sort of machine play records made in the 60's onwards?

[musicmandon1]

Try as I might, I can't come up with words to describe the effect of listening to John McCormack's awesome voice. Josh Groban is the only living vocalist whose voice has the same effect on me. We can only imagine how McCormack would have sounded with modern recording techniques. And how doesn't he have a knighthood?

[7m7i7k7e]

What genre of music is this? I'm sort of interested in it.

[TashkentFox]

Music hall.

[happygael]

thanks for posting this song. I remember seeing him in Nyc when i was a kid back in the i930's, go dhow the years flew. He still is one of the greatest singers this world has known. I consider myself fortunate to havwe heard so many great singers in person.

[Ninaa1234]

very interrested

[foredwin]

Very interesting video, I think it is very nice to see the way things were.

regards Ed

[fuzzbear6240]

Ed, Thank you, I'm pleased you enjoyed my little video.

Regards, J.

[Xanatos1000]

this reminded me about my dead grandpa. he was a guirila soldier with the americans when japn invaded my home land phillipines during ww2. he survived the onslaught and shot every banzais and won, now 2009, he is dead. i miss. but i am heart straight. this song keeps me sounded up.

[fuzzbear6240]

Xanatos1000, Thank you for watching. I'm pleased you enjoyed the recording. I hope it calls to mind only the fondest memories of your grandpa.

Regards, J.

[Dilhan777]

This is wonderful!

[fuzzbear6240]

Dilhan777, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Regards, J.

[Libbits28]

Sure not like how it used to be! good post, thanks! Cant believe that some folk dont know where it is though!!

[fuzzbear6240]

Libbits28, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) Thank you, I'm pleased you enjoyed the recording.

Regards, J.

[MissDanielleBxxx]

I used to sit on my grandma's knee and sing this with her :) thanks for posting

[fuzzbear6240]

MissDanielleBxxx, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) I'm happy to hear it calls to mind fond memories. Thank you so much for watching.

Regards, J.

[gf1001]

Jack Judge lived In Oldbury in the West Midlands uk. My parents used to see him in the late 20s and early 30s. he was a well known face and used to have a cart selling items. Thanks for posting this happy memories.

[fuzzbear6240]

Gf1001, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) That's wonderful, I'm so pleased this record brought to mind fond memories. Thanks you for sharing them.

Regards, J.

[xxlilocxx]

Im from Tipperary :):):):)

xxxxx

[biggriffo84]

where is tipperary ?

[FeverConor]

Jesus, just type it into Google. And because I think you might be too lazy to do even that, it's in Ireland.

[fuzzbear6240]

Xxlilocxx, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) Thanks for watching, I'm pleased you enjoyed it.

Regards, J.

[acdseay]

wow, this belongs in a museum. thanks for posting this!

[fuzzbear6240]

Acdseay, (Sorry for the delay in responding.) Thank you for your kind words. I'm pleased you enjoyed it.

Regards, J.

[keri86]

do you have any more songs from the era? i would love to sing a collection of all the songs from the WW2 :D

[fuzzbear6240]

keri86, I do have a few other recordings about the Great War that I plan to put up at some point in the future. Thank you for asking and thank you for watching.

Regards, J.

[itwentbang]

I'm sure my grandparents used to sing me this

makes me feel happy aha :)

[fuzzbear6240]

Itwentbang, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

Regards, J.

[countryjoeohnefish]

Thats a really nice recording, thank you very much for upload.

5 stars and greetz from germany.

[fuzzbear6240]

Countryjoeohnefish, Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Regards, J.

[UBIQUITOUS12]

Without doubt this is the finest recording of this World War One song.

[fuzzbear6240]

UBIQUITOUS12, I think I have to agree with you on that one! So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching.

Regards, J.

[Wieodawas]

Yes thats the Tipperary song

[laram5]

Heh, My Sister's Always Like, "What The Hell Are You Listening To?" :P

[fuzzbear6240]

laram5, Sisters can be like that! ;-) My little sister used to pick on me all the time!

Regards, J.

[laram5]

Heh, I Know, Cant Wait To Move Out, But I Cant For A Few Years. Dx

[laram5]

Good Song :P

[fuzzbear6240]

Iaram5, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.

Regard, J.

[redwyvernridermike]

I'm so happy you posted this! You have no idea how much joy this has brought me! It's one of my favourites!

[fuzzbear6240]

Redwyvernridermike, I('m very glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words.

Regards, J.

[fedtrooper]

I got into Google Earth and typed in Tipperary, but the satellite shot is so fuzzy you can't see anything clear. Same with Verdun. But the view of Ypres and the Paschendale area around it is excellent.

[fuzzbear6240]

Killecrankie, I draw your attention to McCormack's recordings of 'A Nation Once Again' and 'Wearing Of The Green' as examples-both featured on my page. Please note also this is a U.S. recording not an English one. No English masters here. I am sorry you didn't enjoy this recording. The great thing about YouTube is there's something for everyone, I have not doubt you'll be able to find something more to your liking. Best Wishes.

Regards, J.

[killecrankie]

fuzzbear, Thanks for the contents of your page. The lyricks of "Tipperary" by to-days standards would be considered racist. However when first written it is possible that the English viewed the Irish thus. This would account for the decades of conflict between the two.I apologise for offending in any way,and thanks again for the other videos,they were excellent.

[fuzzbear6240]

Killecankie, Firstly, thank you for your well thought out comment. No offense taken on my part I assure you. Much of what was considered humorous a century ago is considered offensive today-sometimes I'm not sure we're headed in the right direction in every instance. I agree completely that a lack of understanding has contributed greatly to the Troubles. I pray for peace in our lifetime. in closing-as my uncle Billy would say-'Up The Republic!'....Regards, J.

[fuzzbear6240]

P.S. Thank you also for your very kind words regarding my humble little clips. I very much enjoy being able to share these tunes with everybody.

[killecrankie]

McCormack was a west Brit.This record is typical Irish tosh. What a load of nonsense Ireland united and free!

[Kester71]

Can you tell me if this was originally an Irish song or American? I love it!

[fuzzbear6240]

Kester71, It's an English song. Glad you enjoyed it. Regards, J.

[56Mercgal]

Your gramaphone sounds GREAT! I have a 1915 Sonora leather-cased portable that plays really well, it's fun to listen to these vintage 78's on them! Thanks for posting,one of my favorite John McCormack songs!

[fuzzbear6240]

56Mercgal, Thank you, so glad you enjoyed the clip.

Regards, J.

[meltzerboy]

It's amazing what a truly great voice can do with, let's say, less-than-masterpiece material. McCormack is perhaps the finest singer of Irish/Scottish/English songs in the history of recorded music.

[fuzzbear6240]

Meltzerboy, It may not be Operatic, but it is a fine song-in spite of some of it's early attachments. I agree whole-heartedly with your second statement! Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Regards, J

[cullybog87]

I don't know if that is true. This song was banned from the New York St. Patricks day parade in 1913, because it was feared that USA's neutrality would be questions if it was played. Of course, as it turned out, no one told the band, so they played it anyway and caused quite a commotion with the police and parade officals.

[fuzzbear6240]

Cullybog87, To what are you commenting? On FTFL's supposition that most people today don't recognize the song? BTW hwere did you run across a reference to the song being banned at the '13 N.Y.C. St. Patrick's Day Parade? Surly that would would have been in '15 if it was a matter of appearing neutral.You have me quite interested in researching it. Thank you! Regards, J.

[fromthesidelines]

Most people know this song only because the cast of "THE MARY TYLER MOORE SHOW" sang this at the end of their last episode in March 1977...very few are also aware of who "John McCormack" was. Too bad.

[fuzzbear6240]

FTFL, That would be a sad comment of society indeed! I would hope most people would have an idea that this number has more of a history than that. I agree McCormack isn't as well know as he should be!!!! Regards, J.

[LittleDancingCat]

huh? I owuldn't say that. I've always known it was a British marching song that was then popular with most people! I'd never heard of "the mary tyler moore show".

[fedtrooper]

Don't know anything so far about whether John Mc. was an Irish nationalist or not, but it's interesting that in the middle is a bit of Rule Britannia.

[fuzzbear6240]

Fedtrooper, It is after all a British song originally. It was sung (in 1914) by the Connaught Rangers, an Irish Regiment in the British Army. It was also the marching song of the Black and Tans. McCormack did support the Irish Nationalist cause. he was the first to record 'Tipperary', but don't forget he also recorded the likes of 'The Harp That Once Through Tara's Halls' and 'The Minstrel Boy' Regards, J.

[Wopjuice]

Thank you for sharing this.

[fuzzbear6240]

Wopjuice, So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the comment. Regards, J.

[fedtrooper]

Thanks for adding one more recording by McCormack the Great. The guy was the perfect singer. I almost wish I could sign up for the BEF after hearing this. This ranks up there with Caruso singing Over There.

[fuzzbear6240]

Fedtrooper, Glad you enjoyed it. It is one of greatest recordings of 'Tipperary' ever IMHO! Regards, J.

[XXsxcXXlondonXXgalXX]

(8) its a long way to tiperary. its a long way to go (8)

im only 16 and when i was younger i actually used to love this song lol.

me and my dad used to sing it together to annoy my brother lol

[fuzzbear6240]

XXsxcXXlondonXXgalXX, I hope you enjoyed the clip. Thanks. Regards, J.

[vulcanswork]

Evvai

[fuzzbear6240]

Vulcanswork, Thank you......I think. Regards, J.

[202portable]

Just love the machine :=))

[fuzzbear6240]

202, Thanks, this was my first Victrola so it has a special place in my heart. YF, J.

[badgertheellie]

My Great Great Great Uncle Wrote This. My Mum Gets The Royalties When My Grandad Dies. Although This Is the First Time I've Heard It In Ages!

[fuzzbear6240]

Badgertheellie, Well, he wrote a great song! My thanks to him! Regards, J.

[Farfargryde]

IT'S A LONG WAY TO TIPPERARY!! IT'S A LONG WAY TO TIPPERARY!! TO THE SWEETEST GIRL I KNOW!

Nothing get's better than that :)

[fuzzbear6240]

Farfargryde, Heh Heh! Thanks, glad liked it. It is a great tune! Regards, J.

[vpo2g2]

"Remeber it's the pen that's bad, don't blame me."......Wonderful

[fuzzbear6240]

Vpo2g2, 'Tis one of my all time favorite lyrics! :-) Regards, J.

[prophetoftru7h]

I like this song. ^^ oddly, I first heard it from the game The Great Escape. A British Airman walks out in the dark and sings it as a distraction for you.

[fuzzbear6240]

Prophetoftru7h, Glad you enjoyed it. it is one of the really great tunes! Regards, J.

[freddage91]

I love that bit where he pretends to be drunk

[fuzzbear6240]

Freddage91, I'm sorry you didn't enjoy this recording. I do hope you're able to find something more to your liking here on YouTube. Regards, J.

[freddage91]

what are you on about i was replying to the prophetguy about the videogame

[fuzzbear6240]

Freddage, Well, you might do better to address him directly to avoid confusion. Regards, J.

[freddage91]

i replied to his comment...

[fuzzbear6240]

Freddage91, I mean contact him directly if you wish to talk about something that has really nothing to do with this clip. Sorry. Regards, J.

[downthesuhr]

Feel I must add (briefly,as required) as a young nipper a kindly "Uncle"-type U.S. WW I vet neighbor, oft with joyfully teary eyes, played this exact recording almost daily. We all loved it. It's fantastic that you've returned this treasured memory! I'm truly greatful and will replay this VERY often.

[fuzzbear6240]

Downthesuhr, Thank you again! A wonderful story, it adds a little bit to my enjoyment of the song-knowing I've rekindled some fond memories. I only ever had the honor of knowing one veteran of the First World War. Kindest Regards, J.

[downthesuhr]

An excellent presentation of a classic recording. Many thanks!

[fuzzbear6240]

Downthesuhr, Thank you very much for the compliment. we try to impart a little of the sense of the period in our presentations. Thanks again. Regards, J.

[skinnyblinddude]

Excellent and moving rendition. Amazing sound from a 1915 recording. Acoustically recorded and reproduced music couldn't sound better!

Thanks J.

[fuzzbear6240]

Wayne, This is one of my favorites, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the kind words. YF, J.

[ijrosser]

bangin' tune!! x

[fuzzbear6240]

One of the best! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment. Regards, J.