Grace - Anthony Kearns

[grandof22]

A beautiful voice.

[OldTimeVoice]

A very nice vocal....Lovely song Beautifully sung....Thanks for the share.....Colin.

[123Gismoe]

I have heard this song a number of times....but when you sit inside the chapel at Kilmainham Goal it makes the song very real. This is beautifully done!

[bruffbhoy]

A lot of people are ignorant and do not know the facts and in fact there were quite a few well known protestants that were republicans or nationalists such as Wolfe Tone and James Napper Tandy. That would shut a few of the bigots up who know nothing

[DammYankee1]

THANKS EVER SO MUCH FOR THIS MY FAVORITE! 1916 FOREVER

26 + 6 = 1

[1952BikerChick]

As an American Protestant, I can't get enough of the courage and will of the Irish independence movement. Brave, brave lads those!

[athenabot]

this is good song for so many  reasons

[HartleyBaxter]

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[josparkes1]

Wonderful singing about a heartbreaking time for this couple. Love this song.

[wondafulife]

Anthony Kearns is going to be singing live at St. Jospeh's college in Patchogue NY on March 18th!!

[xxirishlovexx12]

always cry listening to this song...... we all sang it at me granny nd grandads 50th anniversary a couple a days ago, love it. shows the torture of irish history x

[Danny30011980]

I have been to Kilmainham Jail three times, very interesting history, each tour starts in the chapel where James & Grace got married and they also pass James' cell and I guess one can also look through a lukehole in the door of Graces' cell and see the drawing she had painted at the wall.

This song is absolutely great, still I have to admit I prefer Jim McCann's version.

[xxirishlovexx12]

@Danny30011980 me too. very interesting but sad

[impongo2]

ulster still british and always will be

NO SURRENDER

[KYRNDF]

@impongo2 it's time you grew up, the war is over so don't you think you should stop the sectarian bullshit, read up on you're history and you might learn something you're schools, parents and politicians don't want you to learn, just remember this the first ever Republicans were protestant and bobby sands' father was a protestant, as were many more volunteers in the armed struggle.

[chiquinho333]

@impongo2 cunt much?

[geofflovett]

If heros like Plunkett could see the mess the greedy Home grown Irish banks have made of Eire, he'd give the fucking place back to Saxons.

Well perhaps not.

[geofflovett]

If blokes like Plunkett could see the mess the greedy Home grown Irish banks have made of Eire he'd give the fucking place back to Saxons.

Well perhaps not.

[kazza1247]

god love them why so many bastards?we think we have a hard time!weve no idea!god love themxx

[kazza1247]

MY BEST FRIEND DIED AND EVERY WEEKENKDGUARENTEED!HED WKE ME UP SINGING GRACE UP AT MY WINDOW!!!MISS HIM SOOOO MUCH LOVE TO BIG PAUL MCKERNAN!!!!!MY HEROXXX

[annie25271]

fav version of this song,its beautiful, visited k gaol few years ago cells are tiny,god bless them all.

[25PianoLady]

The perfect melding of a poignant story, woven in a beautiful tapestry of melody and harmonies, and then exquisitely interpreted by Anthony Kearns, a singer who can melt hearts just as easily as he can stir them to joy and laughter. This is the video I use to introduce friends to Anthony's rich voice and skillful artistry. There aren't too many videos of him, so many thanks for posting this.

[hootini88]

fucking brits, they should all suffer now, bastards!!!

[josparkes1]

So beautiful and sad, a fitting tribute to this young couple who had so little time, it was awful for them.

[direct7955]

Thanks for a splendid version of a haunting tune. Remember the lost counties.

Thank you!

[MrAliadiere]

some story man !

[xsammyxjanex21x]

fantastic version of this song it makes me so sad :(

[josparkes1]

Beautiful !

[stewdoran]

Such a beautiful song that no doubt holds a lot of emotion in it. The revolution was not a religious matter, but a conflict to overthrow the oppressive English government of the time.This song honours the people who fought for their beliefs. Lovely song and a great voice. Thanks for posting.

[josparkes1]

@stewdoran Quite right, and well said, this song is very beautiful and creates the factual story about JMP and Grace so fittingly !

[neilyk1983]

great song but just to let you know the Anglo Irish Treaty didn't divide the country into north and south. It was the Government of Ireland Act, 1920.

[neilyk1983]

great song but just to let you know the Anglo Irish Treaty didn't divide the country into north and south. It was the Government of Ireland Act, 1920.

[gabbasam]

such a sad story. makes the song even more special

[LindsayCurran]

Deeply moving! Splendidly done, machree! When you realize Grace Clifford died when I was 13 years old - some Plunkett girls were elementary school classmates - possibly relatives - ? - my father telling me of hedgerow schools, Michael Collins - the Easter Rising - The Great Hunger -

Thanks too, for the text there of one of Joseph Plunkett's poems beautiful poems. Heartbreaking - the song - the singer - the story - "A terrible beauty" indeed

[josparkes1]

@LindsayCurran I was able to place a bunch of flowers on the Plunkett grave last year, what an awesome moment !

[PETERSNOTGAY08]

@josparkes1  i thought u werent allowed visit his grave how did u do dat i thought it was in the prosion can u go up and see the grave ??

[josparkes1]

@PETERSNOTGAY08 I visited the Plunkett grave where I believe Grace is, and I took a photo of it, and placed a bunch of flowers on there. It was a very moving moment as this beautiful song is too.JMPlunkett's grave may be at another location I believe !

[PURPLEBEATTIE1]

@josparkes1 Where is the grave?

[Danny30011980]

@PURPLEBEATTIE1 The grave of Grace is at Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, the grave of her husband ia among the other easter rising people graves in Arbour Hill Dublin. If you want to check Arbour Hill out you gotta be there early, they only open the cemetery/church in the mornings, I was always too late myself )-:

[PURPLEBEATTIE1]

@Danny30011980 Thanks for the info my friend.Will definitely visit.They were quite a couple weren't they?

[Danny30011980]

@PURPLEBEATTIE1 Yeh try. But I gotta warn U, Glasnevin Cemetery is huuuge and there's different sections with thousands of graves. But there might be staff that can point U at the right direction. I've never seen Graces' grave myself, but know where Michael Collin's grave is. I mostly go there just for walks, nice n peaceful n nice motifs for photos with all the different headstones, high crosses & big O'Connell tower. Very nice esp in autumn with the colourful leaves everywhere. Good Luck! (-:

[PETERSNOTGAY08]

@josparkes1 alright thanks i want to see his grave i was just wondering thanks very much

[terjimoore]

so beautiful song

God bless the soles of the people who fought and died for Ireland.

God bless ya´ all brave Irishmen

Bj- Faroe Islands

[lyndalee24]

this song would bring tears to anyones eyes.

[josparkes1]

Yes you are right, it is so sad and beautiful.

[wilmaohman]

A beautiful haunting song.He,John McDermott,and Ronan Tynan were the best of the Irish Tenors.

[MrThedark1]

nobody sings grace like anthony kearns i have heard them all beware the risen people god bless them it wont be long till we the six back and they can rest in peace

[josparkes1]

When I was in Dublin 2 weeks ago I went on a tour of Kil mainham gaol and went into this chapel, and it was a very poignant moment. K jail is a very grim place, and the cells are very small, with high windows facing the door. I took pics, as a record.

[missmarplefan]

and the moron's are still shooting .

[bigbadbrainz]

rip freedom fighter and all ur republican brothers who have died fighting for our worthy cause

[patgilligan1]

@bigbadbrainz  IRELAND FOREVER.

[lilprEchrboi10]

share this wit someone special everyone

[geofflovett]

Faultless song.

[Ricky529]

couldnt agree more fella !

[taffy64]

Thank You, Machree01,

That was brilliant.

Have you got anymore like that ?.

[mtf71]

I really enjoyed this and learnt a lot as well. Thank you.

[glignier69]

Touchante à l'extrême, chaque fois que je parle de mon séjour en Irlande en juillet 71, je cite cette histoire en témoignage du courage des combattants pour la liberté.

[meganhanlon2009]

It's Like On Of Dem Songs Dat Are Sung On A Funeral :(

[josparkes]

Wonderful and holy .I have an excerpt from a poem I wrote for this beautiful song :

For two young people on that night

Their lives to intertwine

The sorrow that his life should end

Just breaks your heart and mine

[weehissy]

GOD BLESS ALL THE FREEDOM FIGHTERS

[deankielthy]

brilliant

RIP

[josparkes]

So sad and beautiful I love it v much.

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

12/2/2009

[Keltikair]

Have a listen to Calum McManus singing Grace seems to be inbetween this version and the Wolfe Tones

[5040535k]

true irish song<tis a pitty we never got the other 6. GOD BLESS ALL OF OUR FIGHTERS, .........................irela­nd wont lie till its a full eire

[josparkes]

I 've made many comments on this but it's so beautiful.

Jo Sparkes

22/1/2009

[josparkes]

Beautiful !

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

6/1/2009

[josparkes]

Never fails to move me. Why couldn't the jailers let the couple have a couple of hours tog, they might have been able to get a child out of it to at least give Grace an extra memory.

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

28/12/2008

[happyluv81]

this man came 2 my house 1 night durin the strawberry fair, a pure gentleman isin it lovely.....

[josparkes]

Hi H

I am sorry if I have misinterpreted you but did U meet Joseph Plunkett all those yrs ago.

You must feel so much for him and his Wife Grace.

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

28/12/2008

[HelenSSpencer77]

are you saying a man who was executed in 1916 came to your house??? How is that possible?

[josparkes]

It does seem strange, this was 93 years ago. Unless there has been a misunderstanding, and perhaps this person meant a relative of JMPlunkett was known to them.

Wonderful song, I love it.

Norfolk UK

Female 59

[jeff7069]

anything is possible Helen but the key word is "came".

[HelenSSpencer77]

jeff7069 I'm afraid your meaning escapes me.  Can you elaborate? Thanks

[Emmoindamixxx]

WOW . . . . . Powerful song love it doe =] x

[josparkes]

The beauty in this song, and words are such that the emotion just hits you between the eyes. So very sad. I love it dearly.

Jo Sparkes

20/12/2008

[leespuppy]

With the emotion Anthony Kearns puts into this song, you'd swear he's almost singing it in the first person.

[josparkes]

So Beautiful, so sad.

Love it.

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

15/12/2008

[josparkes]

That couple spent their last few hours

In pain without solution

Their love forever doomed to die

With Joseph's execution.

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

13/12/2008

[josparkes]

So moving and sad and sung brilliantly.

Love it

Very emotional

Jo Sparkes

Norfolk

8/12/2008

[joeygsmom]

ah youve seen it already, wont send it then.

we think alike dont we?

[mhspv06]

My father sang this song to me as a small child around the family at Christmas time and all the holidays and I cry every time he sings it.

FREE 26!

[denofassassins]

best version.

[josparkes]

So sad, and you feel as if you are part of the desolate darkness of the occasion.

I loved the voice of John Kearns, I've never heards it before, he's very good.

Jo Sparkes

[rebelgael]

very moving ballad

[supaco0p05]

Oh god, I cry everytime I hear this song. It is so sad, Joseph's pain is so apparent. Such profound words... "All I want from this dark place is to have you here with me." He sounds so desolate, thank god they agreed for he and Grace to marry before his execution. Joseph and the others were true patriots. We should never ever forget these brave souls.

[rebelgael]

This is a very moving a patriotic song

[sweetie4life07]

Joseph diddn't write this it is written in like 1985

[supaco0p05]

Sweetie4life07-You are correct, Joseph did not write this song, but Anthony Kearns sings it so well that the listener is lead to believe that they are listening to Joseph's words. He expresses Josephs anguish and pain so eloquently, that one feels that they are witnessing Joseph's pain and his final moments with Grace.

[headabastardinball]

Great to see many protestant republicans still exist. No matter what the British media tell you, Irish Republicanism and the struggle for Irish freedom has never been about religion but the freedom of all Irishmen and women irrespective of religion, race and even political beliefs.

[morganna49]

agree with that 100pc, toicfaidh ar la ,irish men and irish women,catholic and protestant ,tcofiodh ar la ,dont let them devide us ,we are a nation all together ,

[derekjhj]

what a man of 1916 never be forgotter never forgive

[tamhamilton]

as a Protestant and a republican as well I just love this song

[Bigbadjohn562]

My ancestors are Irish, Welsh, Scots and a bit of English, I fell in love with this song in the 1980s and it never hit home as hard as this video what really happened it made it real. I knew it was a true story I had read it, but this drove it home. Eirinn go' Bragh!

[seanoc79]

proud to be irish too

[crc778Hypnodoc]

As an Irish exile singer here in England I'm truly moved by this performance and first time reading the full grace and Joseph story, I don't mind admitting I wept hearing this version. I feel I must learn it now as my tribute to my land's very brave men and women, and I must go visit Kilmainham soon. Loved this and will domy best to go see Kearns live.

[bbeattie48]

going to the goal has been 1 of the most memorable experiences of my life.

TAL

[josparkes]

It must have been quite a spiritual experience,

Beautiful song really beautiful.

Norfolk Irish music fan

[gerard8welsh]

oo Grace just hokd me in your arms (L)

[5040535k]

one of the best love songs ever. god bless ireland. i am so so proud to be irish.

[5040535k]

un real never realised what the song was about a10 year old showed me the video on u tube absolute irish and proud of it

[67paradise]

execellant song and so haunting

[howdofolks]

Very beautiful singing voice , haunting lyrics chilling even , brilliant

[PURPLEBEATTIE1]

Heroes all.God Bless Grace and Joseph.Gone but never never never forgotten.Eirinn go Bragh

[ChrisFitch5929]

The 1st time I purchased an Irish Tenor's recording, I listened to this and cried. While unacquainted with the story, it so moved me. I cried more than once. Seeing the Irish Tenors during Irish Fest in Milwaukee WI was memorable. I read Morgan Llywelyn's book, 1916: A Novel of the Irish Rebellion, and knew the story to be true. I'm re-reading the book and will share it, this video and a book of poetry by the 1916 poets with former co-workers when we meet at County Clare in Milw. in Feb 2008.

[josparkes1]

@ChrisFitch5929 I agree with you there, this is so very sad but very beautiful !

Your may not see this reply as this comment was written by yourself 2 yrs ago.

[AegisNova]

@ChrisFitch5929 The whole album is great, but if I had to pick one song, even over "Danny Boy", it would be this one.

[TheGlasgowIrish]

What a quality singer , powerful soulful stunning voice ,

[coatandtieman]

To listen to Anthony Kearn's voice is to bring tears to the eyes...

[flamo1o]

he makes my family proud every day to be irish and plunkett`s. eamonn joseph plunkett

[kyldy]

Anthony makes you feel HE is Joseph singing to Grace. The Irish Tenors are wonderful and Anthony is the voice of this generation! Oh to see him (and them) in concert again.

26+6=1 May Joseph and the others not have died in vain.

[EmoFingRocks]

incredible!!!!!!Anthony Kearns sings this with his heart, mind and soul

[maureenderry]

I have come back to listen again. Beautiful. This song makes me so sad. Firstly because of the story it tells and also because my sister, Grace, died a few years with cancer and her daughter (only 17 at the time ) sang this all the time. It broke my heart - in fact it still does.

[piratejules01]

So Beautiful! I love this story of love of country and love for each other! Mr. Kearns precious, beautiful voice brings their passion to life. Joseph and Ms. Gifford-Plunket are true heros and worth admiring...even from the States...I will share with many, this extordinary and easy to understand snapshot of their touching & loving story. Thank you so much for making me FEEL their story!

[pmcnamee466]

best version ive heard of this song

[machree01]

Anthony is Brilliant at singing it, a Superb voice i could listen to him all day singing.

[josparkes1]

@machree01 Well said, this song is superb, though very sad and part of the history of Ireland in 1916

[maureenderry]

I agree. Anthony Kearns voice is perfect for this song. Great feeling without sentimentality and every word is heard.

[hectorwhite]

A very poignant song when listened to after visiting Kilmainham reminds me of the sadness and anger I felt during my visit

[cky519100]

Cool, I was just in Kilmainham afew weeks ago

[Irelandmylove]

This is very touching. May Joseph and Grace Rest In Peace

[EmoFingRocks]

anthony kearns has the most powerful, precise and pure voice i have ever heard- incredible is an understatement- if i only had wish, it would be to meet him and shake his hand and thank him for singing 'Grace"

[organpipe8fan]

Emo: You are so right! I will pass on your regards when I see Anthony (AGAIN!) in concert on Oct 26th & the 28th in Richmond,Va.His concerts are unbelievable!! You really should try to get to one or ten!!

[Desertponder]

There is nothing quite like hearing Anthony sing "Grace" in person. It is very much worth attending one of his solo concerts and I encourage you to do so. I've attended several of his concerts including one in Wicklow, Ireland. I've also had the honor of meeting and talking with him. He's a very nice person and a gifted singer.

[meekys1988]

1 of the most beutiful stories iv evr heard

[blunt1984]

Beautiful vid.

[XmazcosX]

that nearly made me cry.

[Ted10038]

Beautifully sung and very moving.

[csnvinnie]

Beautiful song. Mr. Kearns has set a very high bar for anyone daring to perform it.

[CherishedSolace]

Lovely is an understatement.

-Cheri

[kyldy]

How the women who loved these men paid dearly. Kit Keirnan lost Michael Collins! Grace never remarried! The women who supported their men and who also served deserve a better place of honour! Anthony Kearns is the best!

[Jamo1973]

Maybe,Grace.you were named for her. Considering what she went through,losing Joseph ,she held herself well

[bobogracy]

i have the same name as her.

im grace elizabeth gifford

[haj7]

love singing this before the celtic matches in the pubs!! lovley song

[Nugie33]

Anthony Kearns has a voice from heaven, which is very apparent when singing such a beautiful song.

[jkpuskar1]

wow.... this song always moved me, but I never knew the background to it.... even more moving

[rasherst]

I have a misty memory of being brought as a young child to Grace Plunkett's funeral in 1955. If you'd like to read a powerful account of the whole Rising and of Grace's wedding in Kilmainham may I recommend a book called Rebels by Peter de Rosa.

[newgate]

Yeah, and Peter de Rosa was a part of my tour group at Kilmainham and just "stole" every word I said in the chapel and put it in his book. It's funny to read the book and see my own words coming back at me.

Joe

Former Tour Guide, Kilmainham Jail

(Now Los Angeles, California)

[lorgain2]

Well done Machree, very informative background , lovely song.

[BuckieBhoy]

this is my favourite song of all time