It's amazing to know that some people still listen to Ms. Hopkin's "Kew Gardens" and "Fields Of St. Etienne" so seriously after all these years, obviously those are very sophisticated and sentimental fans, I'm so proud to be a great fan of Ms. Hopkin from the beginning of her career...
I have been looking it up with my husband and we found one other possibility. A few forums/sites have suggested those words to be 'Fantare, Lantare' and on further investigation believe Fantare is a place name (in Glenkeen, Tipperary). Lantare, as far as I can tell, is a mystical or magical place (non specific). Although it sounds nice, fits the ideals of the song and also sounds like what she sings...
Several other sites say 'Scented. blended' and is probably the correct lyrics as written by Ralf Mctell. Sorry for the essay but I felt the need to share my findings lol.
I agree their songwriting really matched Mary's vocal arrangments. I feel as if I am in dream at the moment. Only recently moved into the 21st century at home with my new Laptop. The great thing is that my mother Emma (who was 89 on 22/4)has really enjoyed the videos on You Tube and has shown great interest whenever I play any song by the lovely MARY HOPKIN. Mary's music was the soundtrack to my early years. Thankyou Pat for your site
It's happy for you that your mum is still enjoy YouTube by herself! My mum will be 84 on this autumn 17/9. What my sister has had a book "Bulbs" from Royal Kew Gardens greatly surprised me recently.
Enjoy my ch. too. Newest video is Temma Harbour with G/L from Expo gorgeous MH Show 1970.
Almost forgotten how beautiful this recording is. Calm and relaxing is how I feel when I listen to the angelic voice of the one and only MARY HOPKIN. There is no one out there to match the outstanding vocal talents of Mary. She is a beautiful lady with a great gift. Thanks Mary for making some great recordings over the years. Welcome back to the music scene where you have sadly been missed. Good luck with the new CD 'Now and Then'. Love and respect to you Mary, Jessica and Pat
Mary Hopkin is one of my favorite singers. She was one of the best song interpreters. Almost all of her recordings were perfectly interpreted. This is one of my favorite Mary Hopkin songs. I could never understand why songwriters did not write songs for Mary to record in the mid 1970's and 1980's which could have been major hits, as her voice was even better when she matured in the 1970's.
I have "The Bulbs" translated into Japanese one since 10 years ago, that my sister have bought at a department store downtown Ikebukuto/Tokyo.
H.M.M. Kew Gardens send me a letter of their own at every seasons.
Crockus Carpet in the Kew Gardens maybe now full blooming, arn't they? Sakura trees are of full bloomin today in my town 08/4/09. We eats Satsumas (a Japanese orange sweeter than orange, Satuma is UK-English word. We say Satsuma for potetos for sweet poteto.
2005 she released,Live at the Royal Festival Hall, in Dec 2006 a Xmas song called Snowed Under then May 2007 she released an album called Valentine With 12 previously unheard tracks dating from 1972 to 1980 three of which were written by Mary
November 2008 recollections was released it includes 2 songs written by Mary Also a CD EP of Christmas songs a re-mastered Mary Had A Baby and Cherry tree Carol from 1972 and Snowed under a new song from 2006
Yes lovely video.Thankyou. She recorded 3 of Ralph McTell's songs, Silver Birch and Weeping Willow is AN ABSOLUTE CRACKER. Ithink Ralph played guitar on all 3
Diving off at a tangent to Kew Gardens, does anyone know of any videos of Mary Hopkin recording with Peter Skellern, Julian Lloyd Webber and others, ie. Oasis (1984)?
A beautiful quiet song by Ralph McTell, who also wrote Streets of London and 'From Clare to Here'-I think on the Spiral Staircase album.Most of his songs arent even available on compilations, so thanks for posting this nice version and video.
Certainly, it's a beat supposed to be played by nights at your favourite discoteque with all kinds of special effects no matter how raw were those days, Georgio Moroder's wish!
Certainly, it's a beat supposed to be played by nights at your favourite discoteque with all kinds of special effects no matter how raw were those days, Georgio Moroder's wish!
Love the use of recorders in this. I prefer Ralph McTell's rendition, a beautiful song indeed. Does anyone know who the backing vocalists are in the RMcT version, especially the female voice?
Someone might mention that this terrific song is by Ralph McTell. You might add his name to the tags. Mary covered several of his songs, and sang on some of his albums.
THey may not be in the shops where you live, but they are here in the UK. You can get most of her CD's on Amazon as well she has a new CD out at the moment called "Valentine" its beautiful check out her official website at maryhopkindotcom
As far as I know, the official releases I own are "Postcard", "Earth Song/Ocean Song", "Those Were the Days: The Best of Mary Hopkin", and "Y Caneuon Cynnar (The Early Recordings)". I also got "Live in '72" and "Valentine" off her website. Am I missing any others?
Kew gardens was the b side to "let my name be sorrow" and can be found on a compilation cd called "those were the days" easily available via sites such as amazon and ebay etc...
It's amazing to know that some people still listen to Ms. Hopkin's "Kew Gardens" and "Fields Of St. Etienne" so seriously after all these years, obviously those are very sophisticated and sentimental fans, I'm so proud to be a great fan of Ms. Hopkin from the beginning of her career...
Gerryofcalifornia 6 months ago
Mary's new CD was released this week "You Look Familiar" you can obtain it via her official website maryhopkinDOTcom
She is sounding better than ever.
all the best
Pat
richpat 1 year ago
I heared about it alot...very beautiful
espahandokht 1 year ago
I heared about alot...very beautiful
espahandokht 1 year ago
The lyrics after---"The sun was warm, across the lawns---Sented---blended, He saw her linger and with her finger"---Etc;
quicksilver300 1 year ago
Wonderful track from a wonderful singer. I have the very rare 2Cd "Six lands of fantasy" from her!
TheKeesie25 2 years ago
Does anyone know for certain what the lyrics are in the 2nd verse after 'The sun was warm, across the lawn....'?
Its 2 almost rhyming words but for all the years I've listened and sung along to Mary and this song, I still can't make out those 2 words =(
I've put the rest of the lyrics onto Super Lyrics but had to ....? for the spot i'd usualy mumble lol
JayBea006 2 years ago
Thanks for the interest, I think these are the words, if not try richpat,
The sun was warm across the lawn
Scented blended
He saw her linger
And With her finger open up a rose,
Standing on tip toes
dovecott 2 years ago
Cool, thanks. I'll update the lyrics.
I'll also continue watching this space =)
JayBea006 2 years ago
I have been looking it up with my husband and we found one other possibility. A few forums/sites have suggested those words to be 'Fantare, Lantare' and on further investigation believe Fantare is a place name (in Glenkeen, Tipperary). Lantare, as far as I can tell, is a mystical or magical place (non specific). Although it sounds nice, fits the ideals of the song and also sounds like what she sings...
JayBea006 2 years ago
Several other sites say 'Scented. blended' and is probably the correct lyrics as written by Ralf Mctell. Sorry for the essay but I felt the need to share my findings lol.
JayBea006 2 years ago
very nice!
alexfuntube 2 years ago
my goodness. this song is absolutely lovely. Marys voice is so flawless here, here there and everywhere.
gstuart01 2 years ago 3
Hello again Pat
No I have not heard that song by G&L.
I agree their songwriting really matched Mary's vocal arrangments. I feel as if I am in dream at the moment. Only recently moved into the 21st century at home with my new Laptop. The great thing is that my mother Emma (who was 89 on 22/4)has really enjoyed the videos on You Tube and has shown great interest whenever I play any song by the lovely MARY HOPKIN. Mary's music was the soundtrack to my early years. Thankyou Pat for your site
johnsbhai 2 years ago 2
I love this video really absolutely.
It's happy for you that your mum is still enjoy YouTube by herself! My mum will be 84 on this autumn 17/9. What my sister has had a book "Bulbs" from Royal Kew Gardens greatly surprised me recently.
Enjoy my ch. too. Newest video is Temma Harbour with G/L from Expo gorgeous MH Show 1970.
Tommy
Kuramochi0214 2 years ago
Almost forgotten how beautiful this recording is. Calm and relaxing is how I feel when I listen to the angelic voice of the one and only MARY HOPKIN. There is no one out there to match the outstanding vocal talents of Mary. She is a beautiful lady with a great gift. Thanks Mary for making some great recordings over the years. Welcome back to the music scene where you have sadly been missed. Good luck with the new CD 'Now and Then'. Love and respect to you Mary, Jessica and Pat
johnsbhai 2 years ago 3
lovely comment...
I wish she had recorded more Ralph Mctell and Gallagher and Lyle songs...
have you heard "15 summers" by G&L
I would have loved to hear her sing that..
richpat 2 years ago
Mary Hopkin is one of my favorite singers. She was one of the best song interpreters. Almost all of her recordings were perfectly interpreted. This is one of my favorite Mary Hopkin songs. I could never understand why songwriters did not write songs for Mary to record in the mid 1970's and 1980's which could have been major hits, as her voice was even better when she matured in the 1970's.
VealParmigiana 3 years ago 4
Yes I agree...
Have you heard her last 3 CD's?
She has her own label now "Mary Hopkin Music" and has been releasing her back catalogue from 1972 to the 1980's all wonderful songs
All the best
pat
richpat 3 years ago 5
Yes, me too agree with you!
I have "The Bulbs" translated into Japanese one since 10 years ago, that my sister have bought at a department store downtown Ikebukuto/Tokyo.
H.M.M. Kew Gardens send me a letter of their own at every seasons.
Crockus Carpet in the Kew Gardens maybe now full blooming, arn't they? Sakura trees are of full bloomin today in my town 08/4/09. We eats Satsumas (a Japanese orange sweeter than orange, Satuma is UK-English word. We say Satsuma for potetos for sweet poteto.
Kuramochi0214 2 years ago
Come back, Mary Hopkin, with your beautiful voice.
AmyCoeur 3 years ago 4
She has never been away
2005 she released,Live at the Royal Festival Hall, in Dec 2006 a Xmas song called Snowed Under then May 2007 she released an album called Valentine With 12 previously unheard tracks dating from 1972 to 1980 three of which were written by Mary
November 2008 recollections was released it includes 2 songs written by Mary Also a CD EP of Christmas songs a re-mastered Mary Had A Baby and Cherry tree Carol from 1972 and Snowed under a new song from 2006
maryhopkindotcom
richpat 3 years ago 3
That's good to know. I was just referring to her desire to stay out of the public eye, that's all!
AmyCoeur 3 years ago
What a wonderfull song.....i just love it....play it over and over again....thanks so much for posting it...!
urchin32 3 years ago 6
Yes lovely video.Thankyou. She recorded 3 of Ralph McTell's songs, Silver Birch and Weeping Willow is AN ABSOLUTE CRACKER. Ithink Ralph played guitar on all 3
maningreen7 3 years ago 4
I love this so much better than ralph mactell version i love the change middle bit where she sings with her self very gose bumpy
wonderful
kellyadvent 3 years ago 7
Thanks for that! For over 30 years I've been wondering what the pagoda looks like!!
Korea4Me 3 years ago 2
I have recognized that the lilly means "water lilly" since watched this video. There are many flowers originated from Japan in the Kew Gardens!
Great video! Thank you dovecott.
Kuramochi0214 3 years ago
Diving off at a tangent to Kew Gardens, does anyone know of any videos of Mary Hopkin recording with Peter Skellern, Julian Lloyd Webber and others, ie. Oasis (1984)?
hughvane 3 years ago 2
A beautiful quiet song by Ralph McTell, who also wrote Streets of London and 'From Clare to Here'-I think on the Spiral Staircase album.Most of his songs arent even available on compilations, so thanks for posting this nice version and video.
caorainn 3 years ago 3
In 2006 a box set of Ralph Mctell was released called "the Journey" on Leola Records its wonderful.
richpat 3 years ago 3
Yes, this track is on "Spiral Staircase". I like the song and this version is good.
Annie :D
annie482000 3 years ago
What beautiful angel voice!
What a nice park Kews Garden is!
What a fantastic melody and lyrics!
Mary DOES CEREBRATING a couple of pretty Griffins' "The Days"!
Flowers we can see in this are now blooming nearby in my town.
I surely want to visit this Kews Garden.
Is this broadcasted in the BBC?
Kuramochi0214 3 years ago
Mary is the sweetheart forever.
i met her in the live at Suita Expo'70 Japan.
she was very beatiful and attractive.
Kuramochi0214 3 years ago
Certainly, it's a beat supposed to be played by nights at your favourite discoteque with all kinds of special effects no matter how raw were those days, Georgio Moroder's wish!
betokkikke 4 years ago
Certainly, it's a beat supposed to be played by nights at your favourite discoteque with all kinds of special effects no matter how raw were those days, Georgio Moroder's wish!
betokkikke 4 years ago
This has always been one of my favorite Mary Hopkin songs...nice video too.
birdbrain4u 4 years ago 2
Love the use of recorders in this. I prefer Ralph McTell's rendition, a beautiful song indeed. Does anyone know who the backing vocalists are in the RMcT version, especially the female voice?
hughvane 4 years ago
The vocal accompaniment on Ralph's version comes from a group called "English Tapestry"
Glanllyn 3 years ago 3
Thank you for that Glanilyn, I'd almost given up on getting a response.
hughvane 3 years ago
Someone might mention that this terrific song is by Ralph McTell. You might add his name to the tags. Mary covered several of his songs, and sang on some of his albums.
davidlenander 4 years ago 2
Amazing there are no Mary Hopkin albumns in the shops. She could teach most moderns a thing or two about singing!
antineophiliacism 4 years ago 2
THey may not be in the shops where you live, but they are here in the UK. You can get most of her CD's on Amazon as well she has a new CD out at the moment called "Valentine" its beautiful check out her official website at maryhopkindotcom
richpat 4 years ago
As far as I know, the official releases I own are "Postcard", "Earth Song/Ocean Song", "Those Were the Days: The Best of Mary Hopkin", and "Y Caneuon Cynnar (The Early Recordings)". I also got "Live in '72" and "Valentine" off her website. Am I missing any others?
donnyr89 4 years ago 2
Many Thanks for that........Regards...!
urchin32 4 years ago
PLEASE< PLEASE Does anyone know what is this called?? and what ilbum its on?? Many Thanks for any help.....Regards..!
urchin32 4 years ago
Kew gardens was the b side to "let my name be sorrow" and can be found on a compilation cd called "those were the days" easily available via sites such as amazon and ebay etc...
richpat 4 years ago
Does anyone know what is this called?? and what ilbum its on?? Many Thanks for any help.....Regards..!
urchin32 4 years ago
we need more mary hopkin videos!!!!!!!!!!!
tabboo100 4 years ago 2
really nice to see something pleasant on youtube, thanks
lauradragon 4 years ago 2
Thanks so much for sharing this. This song is so peaceful and comforting. Mary Hopkin has such a beautiful voice.
aphughesr 4 years ago 2
Amazing...Thank You!!!
jimworthy 4 years ago
AAAHHH lovely!
richpat 4 years ago