Chaim Topol has passed away this day at the age of 87. May he rest in peace. He will be missed for his talent, his performances, and goodwill. I saw him in a production of this show back in the 90's. I feel privileged to have been able to catch one of his many performances in that iconic role.
This is such a powerful scene. I love the part when the camera is going to all the different faces in the crowd and you see the emotion on their faces. Such wonderful acting without a single word said.
+M. Strain Jr. I totally agree with you but the power of the song is amazing. I love it and so emotional. Like others I find it hard keeping the tears (of joy) back - beautiful.
The director has clearly done a good job here, because so much thought is eminating forth from their very eyes. He must have told them what to think and really allowed them time to let it consume them ^_^
Is this the little girl I carried Is this the little boy at play I don't remember growing older When did they When did she get to be a beauty When did he grow to be so tall Wasn't it yesterday When they were small Sunrise sunset Sunrise sunset Swiftly flow the days Seedlings turn overnight to sunflower. Blossoming even as we gaze Sunrise sunset Sunrise sunset Swiftly fly the years One season following another Laden with happiness and tears What words of wisdom can I give them How can I help to ease their way Now they must learn from one another Day by day They look so natural together just like the newly - weds should be Is there a canopy in store for me. Sunrise sunset...
Thank you very much for writing the lyrics of this wonderful song, it has always been very special to me since my daughter was very young I always thought that when she married someday this would be the song of her wedding ceremony, now next spring she will be marry and this will be the wedding song.
+Jane Chirhart Oh, those are wonderful news... :-) I'm very happy to be able to read it... :-) I love this song from my childhood, too... :-) For the first time I saw "The Fiddler On The Roof" in the age of 11... It was 1986 exactly... From that time I watched this marvellous musical ten times at least... :-) I almost know it by heart... :-) The most beautiful memory of my early youth... :-) Are you Jewish, Jane? :-)
+Hubert Prętkiewicz Thank you posting the lyrics. I saw the film in a cinema on a school field trip in '72. In 2005 I sang this song when I went to pick up my eldest daughter at the airport. Today she''s coming to see her little sister, and I'm singing it again with tears in my eyes.
As a youth I loved this song but now as an octogenarian great grandfather I love it even more. The human race will continue after I am gone, just like it always has. Mazel Tov to my descendants.
This scene is beautiful in so many ways, so many different emotions captured. Happiness, regret, joy, sadness, nostalgia, hope. The director did an amazing job bringing all those things together with the music.
I cannot NOT cry at this song. Across all generations and cultures; this perfectly fits (almost) every wedding and the parents feeling for their young.
+Nicole Olivier yes, I know what you mean, As a Kid I ;loved this musical. I lived this man life and later worked 20 year in the USAF and 7 Year in Baghdad, Iraq when I discovered something quite shocking. I had wasted my life believing a huge lie on all western nations.... you will not understand my Warning if you do not see these two RU-vidS... Everything we were taught is a LIE. Benjamin Freeman 1961 Speech And In the shadow of Hermes.... ( the truth about the Soviet Revolution of 1917) Fiddler on the roof is about Tragedy and lives taken and murdered.......Right?
Wrong! "Fiddler on the Roof" is a celebration of love and life. All of us share the same destiny, death. Despite that reality and the joy and sorrow we are bound to encounter, while we live, love.
I remember the song coming out when I was a teenager. I kind of liked it because it had a pleasant melody, and I only paid passing attention to the lyrics as I could not really relate to them. But as a father and a grandfather some 40 plus years later, I see my children with their own families, this song takes on a new meaning.
Bill, I’m 83 y/o and I can tell you this: time absolutely flies! Good or bad…. It seems to fly without mercy! Where is everyone I loved and who loved me? “If we could do it all again, could we, would we?” How many hugs and kisses and please and thank you we would like to have given! Blessings to you. ❤️
My father and I danced to “Sunrise, Sunset “ at my wedding. Over thirty years later, he’s gone, too young, my sons are grown, one is married, and I understand the lyrics to the song.
As a London Taxi Driver I had the pleasure of picking up Topol together with his wife Galia. That journey will always stay with me. What an absolute gentleman. RIP.
The emotions shown in the eyes of all the actors seem so real. I feel like these are feelings we can easily affiliate ourselves with. Growing older, watching time pass by, watching others come and go... These bitter sweet emotions.
As a dad of 2 young girls that seem to grow faster than I ever thought possible, I am slowly starting to understand the depth and honestly of this song.
Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor who plays the role of Tebia is 81 years old now, he lives here in israel and he built a special recovering place for children with diseases and he manages the place. He is a good and special and talented person, also draws very well.
+Abram in Wonderland In Hebrew it is Tuvia, which is the original name Mr. Wonderland. So the spelling in English is not that important. These are two words together: good and god. the good of god.
It will never grow old. I saw it in the theater in 1979, And I called my father “Papa” for the rest of his life. My brothers saw how appropriate it was and they called him Papa as well. For the rest of his life.
My grandfather would sing this at weddings. (He was an opera singer, and he used to do gigs with my grandmother, a violinist) My mom showed it to me, and it makes me feel closer to him. I never really knew him, as he died when I was young, but this song helps me remember him, and feel like he’s right there with me.
That's awesome. My grandfather was an auctioneer. He would bid off the butter and salt at the supper table, always made me 🤭 giggle. You're lucky you have video!!
So Beautifully put. Thank you. I'm grateful for the inspiration of your comment. It came at a good moment and filled my heart with love. 💕 I too was young when my dad passed. I do remember Dad and I were two of a kind. We both knew that and felt the bond we had together. I remember so much about him: events, life lessons, rights of passage, proving myself to dad's horrible older brother ... Sometimes I wonder how memories stuck at such a young age 2 to 7. My wife suggested it was because of a relative who stepped up to be a dad after I lost mine, Leo. He was the key to knowing my father and pulling my memory of him together. If there is anyone around to talk to about your father ... tell stories about him. That is a great way to know him better. My mom was there too, but Leo told better stories with manly themes. Leo helped parent me as he spoke about dad. He loved my father and felt a duty to give me a sense of him. He had two daughters, so he enjoyed having me as a son. He was great at parenting too. We all felt very lucky to have him as a dad. He was cool, kind, understanding, patient, funny, and full of the love his mother gave him. He was a great guy, yet the most humble man I ever met. Nice to remember and share. Thank you so much.💫💖💫
My wife of 21 years died on November 17th 2018. This was our favourite musical, and I'm not normally a fan of musicals but this one is our special magic. I wouldn't have found it without her. Sleep well, Rhona.
@@esterherschkovich6499 What would you say if you were NOT an African American? What has your ethnicity to do with it? You're not even close to being Jewish. Idiot!
@@colincox2081 : NO, Colin, YOU are the idiot. Aside from your comment being uncalled for and unforgivably RUDE, you've addressed it to Stella David who is quite likely Jewish, judging by the name. And Marie, who you were so rude to, could be Jewish herself, if you haven't figured that out yet. SHAME on you. A lot of us use names that don't *appear* to be Jewish -- which means nothing.
As a young daughter this had me in floods of tears and it still dies now that I am a middle aged mother of two. Such a brilliant depiction of the human condition.
I remember watching this movie in 1972. I watched it in awe. I couldn't wait to see it again. Every person who acted in the film was perfect for the role. Exceptional!
If you're a parent with children "of age", this song truly expresses the bittersweet emotions you feel at a child's wedding. Masterful direction, simply by allowing the audience to be a silent participant in this solemn, special occasion. This is a great cinematic example of how faces of such character can portray love, loss, celebration, sobriety, grief, and bottomless pain. One of the greatest, finest moments in all of film history.
I especially love Yenta's close-up, with that sad, wistful little smile. Such a profound, human moment from a performance that so easily could have been reduced to a buffoonish caricature.
Those actors are so professional, I felt that I was gazing at the faces of my own family and friends.Beautiful. They all should receive Academy Awards This movie was a colossal gift to the world in my humble opinion. ❤️
I’m not a parent but I am an aunt. The lyrics really express what goes through the minds of the parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles at a wedding. When my nephew was married, I remembered being at work and waiting for the phone call telling me that he was born.
I remember a time when this was a common song played at weddings. Now as the years have passed and my parents are at a point where we are taking care of them, the song is so much more poignant. I remember when my dad turned 40 and now I am many years beyond that. Where has the time gone? I understand now what Jean Luc Picard meant when he said, "You get to a point when the years ahead are less than the years behind." Sunrise, Sunset. Swiftly the years fly. One season following another...
10 years ago on this day I walked my daughter down the aisle. Later we had the traditional dance to this piece. Her choice, she knew how much I liked this show. She brought out a tissue because she knew I couldn't finish it without breaking out in tears. Happy Anniversary!
This was the song my mom walked down the aisle to in my wedding…I love you mom. Eternal rest grant her oh Lord and may perpetual light shine upon her.🙏🏼❤️
This show speaks to people of all cultures. We all have the same aspirations wanting the best for our children. This is my all time favorite show. I have the original Broadway soundtrack as well as the Hebrew and Yiddish versions. Still wanting to hear the Japanese and Russian versions.
Doris Jaffe ... So true a we have watch our kids, nieces and nephews grow up and we just want the best for them. In my 60's now and watching my young relative growing up.
Love this film. Shame to think that their troubles were real and worse still, so many communities, to this day, still bear the same "troubles". Do you think, that maybe, one day, we may, as humans, learn? God bless.
Is this the little girl I carried Is this the little boy at play? I don't remember growing older When did they? When did she get to be a beauty When did he grow to be so tall? Wasn't it yesterday when they were small? Sunrise, sunset Sunrise, sunset Swiftly flow the days Seedlings turn overnight to sunflowers Blossoming even as we gaze Sunrise, sunset Sunrise, sunset Swiftly fly the years One season following another Laiden with happiness and tears What words of wisdom can I give them How can I help to ease their way? Now they must learn from one another Day by day They look so natural together Just like two newlyweds should be Is there a canopy in store for me? Sunrise, sunset Sunrise, sunset Swiftly fly the years One season following another Laiden with happiness and tears
This movie, might not have any relevance with the current generation but those who grew up with little and treasured the little things in life with simple living, Fidler on Roof struck a chord with millions ! 2022 and I still watch this movie at least once a year. It’s a must watch ..
+XBGJDKE It's strange. When I was in my teens I never cried because of some music or lyrics. Now that I'm in my late 30's this song makes me sob uncontrollably. And I have to stagemanage this show from next month on. Time to toughen up.
I refer to teens because that kind of reaction or non-reaction used to apply to me. But not anymore. Was I that unclear? The strange part is that once own perception of something can change so drastically.
Me too, and it was sung in a Catholic Church. It still brings tears to my eyes. I also had For All We Know originally sung by the Carpenters, and then the Wedding Song originally sung by Paul Stuckley and Mary Travers of Peter Paul and Mary. was a nice service I wish I remembered it more!!!
Beloved Haim Topol, the great Israeli actor who playes in Fiddler on the roof and many other musicals and movies, passed away today here in Israel. We love you Haim, a great person and actor.
Rest in Peace Topol, just read that you have sadly passed away. If I was a rich man, sunrise sunset and matchmaker make me a match are my favourite songs from this brilliant film🙏🏾
My first time seeing this movie was 2 days ago, and this scene almost had me in tears. My gf is Jewish and she resembles Tzietal alot, so seeing her in a wedding gown got me feeling some type of way...
@@tostitosfritos1748 it’s because it’s in the system HaShem created. Watch ( in this order) The Purpose of Life, rabbi Yossef Mizrachi Rabbi Tovia Singer Tikkun Habrit, rabbi Yaron Reuven Pirke Avot, Rabbi Yaron Reuven
I remember having piano lessons,having to play these songs. thought how beautiful,someday I'll play this for my children. of,that'll be in couple hundred years. lol. Now it's here, five kids, four grandchildren. Fifty came too fast, kids grew in a flash! NOW THIS SONG MAKES ME TEAR UP. This is a timeless masterpiece of music,poetry,philosophy, of course,just plain truth of life!!!
Every time my family watches Fiddler, this is the song that gets my dad. He knows he's going to be giving me and my sister away at our weddings someday, and he always starts tearing up around the first chorus.
I saw this movie when I was in high school. I went under protest but my Mother made me go. I thought it was the most amazing movie. The music was amazing and for that short time my mother and I were in such sweet harmony. We were never so full of conflict again. We were at peace. It was an emotional time for us both. It is my all time favorite movie. I can’t watch it anymore without crying. My mom passed away several years ago and when I watch it I cry with joy and feeling that special time that changed my heart for my mother. My all time favorite movie and I still cry during that song.
I had the true privilege to see the Farewell Tour of Fiddler on the Roof with Topol, in 2012. He was 72 at that time, and he looked and sounded every bit the same as he did in the movie. When that booming voice started singing, we were all in heaven. I went by myself and was lucky to get a seat center stage 10 rows from the stage. It literally was a complete sell out, where they sent out notices saying " please arrive no less than 30 minutes early, all seats are sold, no reserves, no late admittances" It by far is one of my most treasured experiences.
I was born in '97 and this is my favorite movie of all time and has been since I was about 10 years old. Nothing will ever replace Fiddler. I can quote every line from this movie.
I first saw the film in its German dubbed version with Topol's voiceover for Tevya. He was also in the German stage version. Because of its linguistic connection with Yiddish, the German language version seemed somehow more "authentic." The German lyrics were also very well done.
One of the greatest plays/movies of all time. I've seen it many times and can still repleat almost all the lines and songs by heart. It will never grow old and irrelevant and is guaranteed to produce tears in even full grown men. My favorite of all time!
Years ago, when we lived in CA, our retirement community performance club did an amateur production performance of this classic musical. I was the piano accompanist for the show, and I remember sitting and playing this beautiful song, tears running down my face. Every time. Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)
But of all the songs, this is the main one that captured my love for this movie. So universally true. Two devoted friends standing strong for their future together and parents feeling the moment by making the right decision, standing by their daughter.
This is so beautiful. This and the Sabbath prayer give me a terrible lump in the throat every time. I saw Fiddler on the Roof in London with Topol, and it is still one of my all time most special moments.
I'd guess they had it made elsewhere. He's shown earlier in the movie unpacking a hat he had shipped, so its not unlikely the wedding garb was not his work
My Husband sang this to me at our wedding so many years ago. He had the most beautiful voice and every time I hear this song I think of him. Bringing back lots of memories.
Even though this film isn't one of my favourites, I think this scene is one of the most magical and emotional scenes of all the films I've watched. So beautiful and touching
I've loved this song since watching FOTR as a teen. Now I've lost my parents, brother and son, the lyrics have taken on a deeper poignancy and sadness. Now I want the years to move as swiftly as possible and I'm pleased I have more years behind me than in front of me.
"I took Abbie and the girls on a trip to Egypt a few years ago, and our guide across the Sinai was a Bedouin man who called me 'Abu El-Banat'. And every time we met another bedouin, he introduced me as Abu El-Banat, and they'd laugh and laugh. One man poured us some tea and I tried to pay him for it, but he refused. Abu El-Banat means 'Father of daughters'. They thought the tea was the least they could do."
@@dorkmax7073 when my youngest daughter was about 10 yrs old ( about 18 yrs ago ) we went diving in Dahab Egypt…we left her in the protective custody of a Bedouin…anyways he was a absolute gent and we reappeared about a hour later to her telling him what a fart was ….every one was laughing and a realise that honour has no boundaries…
I watch this the day after the birth of my great-nephew. I, too, "don't remember" getting old enough to be in the generation that will be passing into memory before we know it.
I adore musical "Fiddle on the roof". From time to time I review it and feel the same. Enjoy "Sunrise, sunset", Saturday pray, "If I were rich man". When I watch the scene, where Anatevka's jewish inhabitants singing farewell to their birth place, I can't stop crying. And Chaim Topol was only 29 year old when he portraited Tevye. He was so lovable in this role and won a Golden Globe for best actor. I love all his songs. I wish him all the best! With love from Hungary.
Saw his last presentation in Massachusetts. Watched the movie with everyone in the family for years, grandkids and all, like sisters visiting from Florida.etc.. loved the movie and the show with him his last performance.
I’ve watched fiddler on the roof so many time since my childhood and I’ve always liked this song. But it wasn’t until I rewatched it during me being pregnant with my own child that this song and Chava’s exile made me cry so hard.
