Your voice goes with theirs so well! It's always a bit nerve-wracking when a favourite band brings in a guest singer for a beloved song, but this was absolutely gorgeous. Thank you!
Could listen to this for days on end! It's that good! Hope after this lock down you could release this on record! Also please visit Stoke On Trent would love to see you live
The ending of Black Flag actually made me cry, and this song was pretty much the tipping point. At the moment he saw his dead friends around that table, it just hit me emotionally.
Lyrics: Of all the money that e'er I had, I spent it in good company And of all the harm that e'er I've done, alas it was to none but me And all I've done for want of wit, to memory now I can't recall So fill to me the parting glass. Goodnight and joy be with you all Of all the comrades that e'er I had, they're sorry for my going away And all the sweethearts that e'er I had They would wish me one more day to stay But since it falls unto my lot that I should rise and you should not I'll gently rise and I'll softly call, "Goodnight and joy be with you all!" A man may drink and not be drunk, a man may fight and not be slain A man may court a pretty girl and perhaps be welcomed back again But since it has so ordered been by a time to rise and a time to fall Come fill to me the parting glass, good night and joy be with you all
So I've only heard this as that "hidden" track on Ed Sheeran's first album. Is this a traditional song or no? (Cuz it's always been one of my favorite songs from there)
@@Cyrribrae The High Kings have a version that's a touch less complete lyrically, but brings in pipes and drums toward the end. Tullamore D.E.W. ran an ad with the song that's a quite well done video. If you want a rabbit hole to chase for Irish Folk check out Liam Clancy.
I'm sorry for your loss. U aren't alone, my little brother would be 29 today, it hurts a little less each year but he will never be forgotten. Cheers to those lost; and to those that keep us going.
At 10:20 am. On 12/06/2021, my grandfather, Louis bloom, passed away. When I found out, I was practically numb to it. But my dad invited me over to talk about him. We shared a drink or 2, and he toasted saying “here’s to us, and those like us.” I replied with the response “damn few of em left.” And we both just broke down crying. Once we composed ourselves, I put on this exact video and we just sat in silence, listening to it. During the last chorus, we both raised our glasses silently to Louis bloom, our fallen comrade. He put up one hell of a fight, and he went down swinging. God rest his soul.
I'm so sorry, mate. I'm so sorry. May your grandpa's soul be cared up there in the "upper floor". He's in a better place now. His fight is won and he left a great legacy: you. Continue to honor him while you live. And live the best life, a humble life, as a simple man! Cheers, mate 🍻
I don't think Ubisoft will ever match the writing that Black Flag had. It might not be that great in the main timeline, but damn it, the actual game itself had a wonderful story with such a bittersweet ending.
I discovered this song thanks to Black Flag and I always imagine Natalie as Anne Bonny starting the song, and the Johns are all the ghosts of Kenway’s past, Bonnet, Thatch, Rackham, Mary, serenading him into his new life
Looking at the comments, it seems like a lot of us are remembering the people we're not singing it with anymore. This is my second comment here because this is the second time that I have risen and someone I love hasn't: in far too short a time. I know I will return here. I pray to the gods it's not soon. But when I do I will once again be thankful beyond expression for this beautiful version of such an _important_ song.
5 minutes ago I was feeling absolutely awful. I was 4 pounds of anxiety in a 2 pound bag. I opened youtube to find something funny to maybe feel better for a bit. I listened to this and just burst into tears. Everything I was feeling burst out of me, and I feel so much better. I can't begin to tell you how much I needed this. Adequate :')
Here's to my late mommy. My best friend, the amazon warrior that cared for me and worried about me since my birth to her passing. The very best woman I've ever met, the person I loved most and will continue to love until my last breath and even beyond. And to all of us here that had someone special that already left this world and went back to the "upper floor". Cheers to us all, to our loved ones who were called back home. May God or anyone up there be caring for the souls of our loved ones. Now...let us listen to this one more time, to remember them fondly and to keep honoring them while our time doesn't come. 🍻🥂🖤❤
"The Parting Glass" is a traditional Scottish and Irish folk song with roots stretching back to at least the 17th century, making its exact origins difficult to pinpoint. It speaks of friendship, farewells, and remembering those who have gone before. The song gained renewed popularity in the mid-20th century through performances and recordings by groups like The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem, and remains a cherished part of traditional music sessions. Its timeless melody, simple yet poignant lyrics, and enduring theme of camaraderie continue to make it a beloved classic, often sung at gatherings and celebrations.
I had my first kid 3 months ago today. I sing this song to him every night before bed. To me it’s a song about being a respected and respectful person. Leaving this earth knowing you never did anyone wrong, and were a true gentleman.
One of the most touching songs I've ever heard. Three years ago my dad left us, or rather, he left us physically but he's always in our hearts, and I hear this song practically every day when I think of him. Ciao dad, your "figgetta" always thinks of you.
This song almost brings me to tears every time I hear it. Partially cause I loved AC 4. But even more so, this was the last song we played in my High School Band at my final concert Senior year. In that band I was lead percussionist, but I also play the bagpipes. My director would occasionally find pieces that featured bagpipes so I could show off my true talent. This was the last song I played with that band. The last time I got to play with my closest friends. It was the perfect good-bye to that school, and my band mates. It was.... such an amazing day, and incredible performance. I could probably write paragraphs and paragraphs about how amazing it was. But I shant. Instead, I'll enjoy the music and cherish those memories.
Over the past 50 odd years, I have heard countless versions and recordings of this song, some of which have been good, some outstanding but the exquisite and delicate beauty of this rendition is way out ahead of all others. All the more remarkable for the context in which it was recorded/assembled. There was magic in the air when you recorded this and I cannot begin to thank you enough for bringing this to fruition.
What I love about the song is that it's made for, and best sung by, the common man. When the heavily "professional" music industry try to cover it, it always feels fake, and the more they try to flourish it, the less beautiful it feels. Yet when some humble good singers sing it without out the razzle, it strikes true and moves our spirit. I've heard a lot of covers online, but TLJ and Co, are one of the few I've heard do it justice.
Ever since I first heard this song in Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag’s ending, I’ve cried every time I’ve heard this song. Damn ninjas cutting onions 😭
I may be late for this one, but it certainly hits right in the feels. Especially with the lockdown going on currently I feel incredibly far away from my friends and the folk-scene. Damn. I miss everyone so much
Listening to this at the beginning of 2021, after a year of such heavy loss and mourning, and knowing we still have so far to go, this song rings more sonorously than usual. "But since it falls unto my lot, that I should rise and you should not; I'll gently rise and softly call: Goodnight and joy be with you all"
I'm not going to lie, this made me tear up a little bit. I was totally unprepared of just how beautiful it would be. Definitely some killer harmonies 💜
Any time I feel down, I come here to remind myself that I'm still alive. I'm still breathing. I still have the gift of feeling a sweet melancholy every time I hear this song. I still have the gift of a voice to sing along with you. Thank you, sincerely.
When ever I listen to this song, I can see an individual at some point in time walking away from a grave of a love one. The thought of all the love that the person gotten to be dead and forgotten. Its sad to know that in the end we are all small, but that love we will be buried with is eternal. So maybe life isn't that small. Who knows
I kid you not... I heard this song for the first time tonight (about 10 minutes ago) & the first thing I did was search youtube for "The Parting Glass The Longest Johns"...... I was not disappointed.. Utterly beautiful..... - If this was 5-6 months ago, I'd of been in a stream of tears. Thankfully I'm in a much better place now, but the musicality & tones of this piece is astounding.
You lads need to do the wild rover Also this isn’t just “the assassins creed song”, this is a popular traditional Irish/Scottish parting song, sung when a party is ending, or at a funeral.
I came back to this song for something important, my father died 5 years ago and he loved ac black flag and this made me smile and took me back on memories of a much happier time, Thank You
We just buried my Papaw today, he was a great man and rich in family and memory, thank y’all for being able to put such an emotion into this song to help me through today. These words really aren’t enough to express my gratitude but at least it’s something
me 5 seconds in: alright. thats it. all the chills. i shall now die with a happy melted heart edit: ive been replied to by them. i shall happily die a SECOND time
My wife and I love this song so much. We often play this song at the evening on RU-vid and sing with you. That is so wonderful and lovely. I wish we could buy a CD with this song. We still wait till you come to germany. We are gratis fans and live near Heidelberg.
As to be expected, beautiful harmonies and sonorous melodies! Gorgeous sounds from all of you! Bless y'all for making the world sound just that much better!
This rivals the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem version, which has long been my favorite. Stunning rendition that brought a solid tear to my eye. RIP Tommy Makem, whose final resting place is just down the street from where I live.
now then, now then, now then, i have always loved this song, i have also loved the longest johns!!! I did not know this was a thing"!!!! my life is compete, kill me now!!!
@@thelongestjohns Your welcome. Had you guys thought to do a run at 'Hard times, come again no more?" Can't get more historical folk classic than a Stephen Foster song. Lots of covers on it based around our current predicament. Most touching I found is below. Mary Black's voice is incredible. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4YrfLnlrquo.html
Lost a good friend last weekend and just played a version of this song for him at the local open mic (through absolute floods). Hope we did him proud. Every time I listen to your version it has me absolutely bawling 😭 I heard it when you released it and was going through a very bad time, and keep coming back to it in dark times. If I ever need a good, cathartic cry, this is guaranteed to do it - much love guys ❤
This was the song that started me on Shanties! Jess Guise played it on Frank Turner's live stream, then I found The High Kings version, which then led to The Wellerman!
A song to rememeber your past, your achievements, and your love... the friends who comes and go and those who stayed till the end... it makes you proud being here and living because they helped you, but it saddens when it will end abbruptly it hurts a lot... but i still smile becacuse I am here and glad that they gave me a path even thou we may not stay connected
in my opinion; it is the most beautiful song to pay homage to a loved one, a friend, a brother in arms, a comrade. for you my Mama, my Papa, my beloved older Sister; gone because of the 1986 disaster. Magnificent interpretation, like a rifle bullet, touches you right in the heart.
Wow Natalie is the PERFECT Voice to Sing With You. Y’all found me when I wasn’t lookin. You make me sing & dance, laugh and cry. No group has moved me more. ThankQ
this is the best version of this song i've ever listened to. i always listen to this song when i'm missing my mom and dad and all the family i've lost. i hope when i'm gone someone will think of me and listen to this song. thank you for doing this one.
@@NatalieHolmes thank you for making my day with your kind response. You sing beautifully and put so much feeling into the song its amazing. Before I blather on ill just say thank you again to keep my foot out of my mouth. 🙂
I'll drink to my broken dreams tonight. This song will always drive me to tears, even if I wasn't crying already. It haunts me in the most beautiful way possible.
Its a terrible day for rain... I lost one of my best friends 4 years ago yesterday (January 10 2017). This song always makes me remember him fondly. Thank you for a beautiful rendition. Absolutely superb.
I just want to say thank you to you wonderful people. I lost my dog today, and I like to think that singing this to him as he went made things just a little easier for us both. So thank you again.
Absolutely gorgeous. I've loved Irish music for years, and this song is a standard of the repertoire. All of you absolutely blow the doors off of this one. Well done, lady and gentlemen.
We used to sing this at closing gate of the Bristol Renaissance Faire....so many wonderful memories, sweet and sad wrapped up in this song for me! Well Done.
