Beautiful song! Definatly The Fureys at there finest. The Fureys are an Irish (folk)band.The band include Finbar, Paul, George and Eddie Furey and Davey Arthur. A band that always make me feel home-sick!
My mum was dying in hospital, the nurses said you can play songs and hold her hand. I played this song on my phone, to her with all the family around, it was a special moment for me.
My father passed last year and we had the Dubliners on and all I can say is, it’s a special moment between you and them because it means so much to both of yas, so much love this comment got me💔❤️❤️❤️
GOD Bless The Peace Makers THE Best of all Humanity. GOD Bless All OUR MUMS. Sweet Sixteen ALWAYS. GOD Bless Ireland. You are so sweet and Beautiful. Sweet Sixteen ALWAYS Love you MUM. Love you FATHER. Love you so much ALWAYS. GOD THE Creator of The universe. GOD THE Creator of Humanity. GOD THE Great Universal ARCHITECT. THE GOD of Abraham. THE Greatest of These IS LOVE. GOD Bless Humanity. Sweet Sixteen ALWAYS
My Steph was only 16 when I fell in love with her. She passed away when she was 42. Now, 25 years later I am still in love with her and always will be. I have only 1 tattoo in her memory as where ever I go she goes with me, forever..
@@philpants44 Well it is a song about how a man loved a woman and not how a man loved his daughter no? I don't understand all this where people miss-represent totally the meaning of a song. If this guy is singing this to his daughter maybe he needs some help or reporting to the police. I will probably go to the police tomorrow to report this myself and get the guy in question locked up for 5 years and on the sex offenders register for the rest of his life. Nothing less than he deserves and it will be all his daughters doing.. I hope she can recover from he abuse he inflicted on her although she seems to be in denial, her father is a pervert...
When someone says you're dead your not realy dead u become a time traveler and u watch all the people u one loved and cared about grow up and the that goin u when it's thear time to go like I miss jack wild verry verry mutch I play his songs every day and him movies and hope one day when it's my time to go he will be thear waiting for me and we can be free and more happy I miss all the people who Hass passed away in my family history and nowe times but I know thay are allwase thear xxxx
I sang this to my Mum who was so poorly. She was Irish & sang back bits to me. Even though she was so ill in a care home & I miss her every day of my life 😢
Beautiful and should be celebrated Caroline, sadness is a weakness, joy and recollection is a strength. You go on and remember her, take courage and bless every day you yourself are here.
Today is my late dads birthday,he loved this song,he met my mum when she was 14 she married the love of her life,they went on to have 5 children and we were so happy,my dad died of cancer when he was 53,he never got to see the rest of his grandchildren and great children,we miss you soooo much dad,happy birthday(no more cardigans)
I work in a residential care home, Today one of the residents was trying to remember this song, He could only remember the chorus. I know he will be thrilled when I play this to him tomorrow.. He is 94..Bless
Good on ya pal, the world needs more you you, this simple gesture on your part no doubt means so so much more to this person. I applaud your efforts & can only hope I and others make the same efforts.
How I wish I could say the same. I'm 71 and have never found someone to love. I've always never had the confidence to persue and face rejection again. Twice was one too many. Mick.
I'm Irish , and I just wanted to say how proud it makes me feel when I hear this song. For such a little country we don't half produce some of the the best songs your Ears will ever hear. ☘️🇮🇪😀
Couldn't agree more. I'm Scottish and lived in Limerick for 12 years, my local was Timmy Martins just before the bridge on the Ennis road; high stools and a coal fire with the Fureys and many other ballads. Great craic.
My dad sang this to my mum on day they was married . Few years later he was killed by a driver who didn't care . When my mum was dying of cancer I held her hand said go be with dad . The nurses said you can play a song so I played this swear she smiled
I sang this song at my wife's funeral. A mere 55 year old gorgeous lady ...breaks my heart xx god bless you Janice,my partner from 1975 to eternity xxxxx❤️❤️
This song played as I said my final goodbyes to my nana a month ago. She married my grandad at 16 and till her dying day she adored him as he did her. His blue eyes would twinkle everytime he looked at his wife of 53 wonderful years. He lost his love and he lost the twinkle in his eyes on the 3/4/15. Sleep tight my beautiful nana, I'll love you for all eternity ❤️
My Dad and I sang this at the kitchen sink as we washed the dishes...over 60 years ago. I still sing it on my own today at the sink...as I remember the best Mum and Dad a boy could wish for...Thanks for everything. I then met my beautiful wife on a blind date when she was 16.. ( I'd loved it to have been the Village Green) and we celebrated our Golden Wedding last year. Lovely song which brings back lovely memories.
Reading all the comments warms my heart, to know this song has touched so many people in so many ways. We aren't as different as we make out to be. One love always ☘
The Fureys , still relevant in every irish county when their songs are played, what a national treasure their music is and the culture it brings to our cracking Country 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪
Fair dues to you Frances James, obviously your Mum made a brave young man out of you, you being able to hang your emotions out to dry in the net. Lovely song, hope it travels near to your heart a lifetime long.....
My parents met at 16 and 17years old on Chorlton Green before WW2. They married after the war and my father worshipped her all his life. I first heard this song 198something. It broke my heart and still does.
They played this for Aisling Murphy on RTE1 this morning, absolutely heartbreaking, she seemed like everything you would like your own daughter to be. Hope her killer never sees the light of day again. RIP
They have a suspect, a Slovak immigrant, who is in custody but will not stand trial until June 2023 (for some reason). If guilty, and most agree that he is, he deserves the rope but sadly will only get 25 years to life and probably be out in 15 to spend the rest of his life with a target on his back.
You just cannot ever never beat Irish music. Irish humour. And the nicest place to visit in the world. You guessed it, I'm half Irish. My darling daddy was from county sligo. Oh how I miss him 😢
Tears are streaming down my cheeks, I see my fathers bright beautiful Irish eyes smiling at me as he sang this song to me. R.I.P darling man, never forgotten, adored forever.
Anne White we met at 16. Got engaged . Les sang this to me. We split after 3 years. Got back together 44 years later and he sang this at our wedding 48! Years after first getting engaged.
I met my wife. When she was sixteen and. I was seventeen we. Married in 1967 and loved till she passed away in 2011 I’m still married to her and miss her so much this song still breaks my heart even now in 2023.😢
I’ve listened to this several times now and I have come to agree with you the slow plucking of the banjo really makes the song. The first time I listened and the second as well I thought to myself, that banjo player isn’t very skillful he can only play one note at a time and so slowly but now I see why, it’s for the effect, the wistfulness and the simplicity. You nailed it.
Go and have a beer and a game of pool for your father mate. My father is doing it tough - your note ensures I will see my dad every chance I can get. Cheers
My father was from the west of Ireland (Co Mayo) he passed 6 years ago today. He was a true Irish gentleman in every sense and it broke our hearts when he left us. Try telling me not to cry when I hear this wonderful song and melody. God Bless you daddy, I'll drink a Guinness to you tonight.................Slainte!
My family are Irish immigrants who settled in London then moved to Wales I'm a Welsh man but cannot help but getting choked up listing to this with my wife who I met when we were both youngsters ❤️
I'm coming up for 65 and remember my dad singing this beautiful song with a tear in his eye and I am the same I can't help it and we are Scottish and love this Irish song.
Molly ya should've loved me back sos I really deserve ya molly ya cunt for not loving me back ya cunt for hurting my feelings like tha molly I swear it would quite lovely if we ever been together I'm the only one in this life who will love ya help u stand on ur side even ya were wrong I'm the one who will help u support ya to achieve ur fucking dreams molly ya completely forgot about me but haven't.. Cos I still love ya wanting ya ya r my dream molly I fucking adore ya my Irish girl I shouldn't have been in love too fucking early but ya made love ya cos ya lovable cunt molly ya will find better ppl than me but ya won't find Omar again this Omar molly take care my love ya just the most loveable thing ever in my lovely heart molly how much I would kiss ur lips there cos I'm fucking missing ya darling molly I know ya couldn't find like me yet but ya won't cos I'm the only one in this life molly I love ya baby take care hey molly kiss the person in the mirror for me when ya look at it cos its fucking gorgeous molly I love el and jack now and I'm missing them
My favorite Irish group of all time. No politics just pure lyrical, musical and vocal talent. Sometimes rough often thought provoking, but always enjoyable.
so sorry for you. I never met any of my grandparents or my father. My mother was the child of Irish immigrants to NY and was raised in an institution, with no memory of her parents. We have no idea what happened to them.
I am a Native American ( American Indian ) And a teacher of the ways of the Rainbow Warrior Nation ( it's about unified humanity ) My student in England just showed me this song It's beautiful love it ! Walk in peace walk with love for you all are loved
Work-in-the-dark, you are a Native American INDIAN ? That's a wonderful encounter for me ! I'm just a French woman ; however I would LOVE to get in touch with a Native American Indian ! 🌿 May I ask from which tribe you are ? I have always loved the way you think, with this great contact and RESPECT for Mother Earth ! 🌻 ❤ 🌲 🐾 🐻 🐺 🌾 🦬 Would you be pleased to be my penpal ? I'm very sorry for my bad English ; I hope I'm still understandable ????? 🤔 Did you learn French ....... perhaps ?..... See you ?....... Katherine 🤗
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My Grandma died last year, my dad was in hospital with pnemonia at the same time. He couldnt come to the funeral and i was twelve! Im now thirteen and will cherish this song in my heart for many years to come. It still brings tears to my eyes! Love you Grandma xx
my nan died today. only four hours ago.... she passed with us all standing beside her bed, as he said I love you she took her last breath and passed... we were all sat in the next room and suddenly we heared him singing this song too her one last time. he sang this song too her when they met he sang it when they picked out their wedding ring he sang it when ever she was mad at him he sang it one last time at her bed side holding her hand.
She will always be with him she is a time traveler nowe she can sit beside him smiling at him and he won't even know she's ther but she is hanging around u all all this who cared for her then and now I send my best wishes to u all that allwase thear xxxx
My dad used to play this song on his guitar when I was younger. He passed away 16 months ago and I miss him immensely. When I play this song, I feel so connected to him. My thoughts are with you Rachael and your family. May the beautiful music he loved, keep those special memories alive.
my Dad sang this to me every night when I was little, I'd give anything to hear him sing it again ,4 years today and it still hurts the same as it did the day you died gbnf love you always Dad xx
The fureys made a great job of it as many many more love irish music this type mainly but play irish i love it the the Dubliners chieftains fureys clancys planxty wolftones pogues cant be bettered
Actually, it is not an Irish song, it is a Vaudeville song written by James Thornton in 1895. So probably written to appeal to cosmopolitan US tastes , but obviously has universal appeal. I come from the East Anglia and because I heard it sung in pubs I thought it was a traditional English song for many years.
The kind of song that's sung at about 4 am following the night of dancing at an Irish wedding.. a few whiskey's in, with the cousins, great uncles and aunts, the smooth tunes be startin'.. ahh, nothing beats an Irish wedding.
Same at my mams funeral,in feb,2018.Everyone starting singing it,as the coffin went down.Great send off.She used to sing this to me,most nights,when i was younger.Mammy,s boy.😀
Sixteen is timeless, the first, the start, the beginning, the hopes, dreams, the energy, the never surrender, the loyalty, the trust, faith, belief, the new, changing of the world forever for good. What a burden is carried by every generation, captured in this simple song.
All of the experiences you mentioned occured in my life as they obviously have yours. It's only with age that we gather them together as we realise the importance of them. They were key moments that shaped our destiny and hence who we would ultimately be. Kind and knowledgeable words from you sir.
This song hits me so hard. My father from lismore down the south in co Waterford. He met my mother when she was 16 he was 18. He just passed of pancreatic cancer. We grew up in Ireland and Boston. The Irish touch your heart with music. We would drive around listening to this and he would tell me this is your mother’s song. I miss you daddy. May god bless the Irish.
@@wilfredcollins8706 beautiful area. I used to go there a lot. If you ever get the chance go to the town my father is from. Beautiful town. I love that whole area.
I can remember my grandad singing this song to my nana when I was little. It always brings a tear to my eyes when I hear it. Missing them both with all my heart 💚
Tears come to my eyes ... all my family are from Tallaght Dublin Ireland ... i miss them so much im living in the UK now.. can't beat the closeness and warmth of my family life back then :-)
Lived in UK twice in 90s.....it can be a very lonely place for an irishman.....(or mick,paddy/alright paddy)this song is a real irish gem that can never be erased no matter where u live...
My parents met on the village green at Chorlton when they were both 16. Just before WW2., this song always makes me remember them and almost breaks my heart.
This is my absolute favourite song of all time. Reminds me of my dad who passed away 30 years ago today. This was my first dance at my wedding in memory of him. Always brings a tear
Lost my dad in February 2018. Great man with a good heart. He use to sing this to my mum and me and my sisters, his three girls. Tears rolling down my face listening to this dad. Love and miss you so so much. Until we meet again. Your in no pain now with your mam and dad. Love you so much dad xxxx
Sorry for your loss Elaine, We played this at my nannys funeral and less than six months later my daddy joined her. They're all looking over us I am sure xxxx
Emily Hi Emily, Thank you for your kind words. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. Those we love dont go away they walk besides everyday, unseen, unheard but always near. They will always be looking out for us and they will always be loved. Thank you xxx
We are both 76 we met at 16 and have been together since then ,celebrated our our 58 years married together in August still love each other as we did all those years ago even more today.
just played this to my mum she's 88 and sharp as a tack and this song allways makes her smile great to see so many people get pleasure from this song especially when times are tough. best wishes to you all
This is the first song my dad sang to my mum when they started going out together. That was nearly 65 years ago, married 61 years and he's still singing it to her.
When you live away you live your life and it becomes home. Then once every often something hits you and you miss home deeply. Your love for your family your rarely see. That love hurts.That longing to be home in Ireland. That Irishness in you becomes so much more 🇮🇪☘
One of the best love songs ever written and song! So beautiful, heartfelt and tragic. Makes me cry, every time, and reminds me of my Father, who also loved this song. ❤
I'm 68 and you wouldn't believe how this tugs at my heart strings too. Conjures up images of how beautiful my wife was then. She is still beautiful............
