Delaney's Donkey: The Val Doonican Music Show 1982

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  • Val Doonican is often quoted as saying that it took him seventeen year's to become an overnight success. He was referring to his appearance, in 1964, on the top rated live TV show, Sunday Night at Th

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  • @stephenphillip5656
    @stephenphillip5656 2 роки тому +111

    Delaney's Donkey, Rafferty's Motorcar, Paddy McGintey's Goat.... memories of our childhood. Val Doonican was the fella with the cardigan, rocking chair & a gentle Irish brogue. Oh, and a catalogue of songs both funny & thoughtful (Walk Tall, What Would I Be.....) which led us gently along into his world.
    Artists and entertainers such as Val Doonican are from a simpler, less frenetic world. Still missed.

  • @annamarietatum356
    @annamarietatum356 5 років тому +74

    I haven't heard this for years. I grew-up watching Val Doonican. He always cheered me up. You don't get entertainers like him anymore, sadly.

    • @joannetailor4094
      @joannetailor4094 7 місяців тому +2

      You can say that again mate

    • @Enzo-om6cj
      @Enzo-om6cj 2 місяці тому

      Bravissimo e classico cantante.lo scoprii mentre eo alondra per imparare l inglese.grande successo riempiva ideatrice.erano gli anni 60.le sue canzoni erano perfette per la
      Ivoce.ne imparai alcune che mi piacevano molto
      .italico

    • @des_smith7658
      @des_smith7658 Місяць тому +1

      Right, I'm fortunate to enjoy this good stuff

  • @miketravis6149
    @miketravis6149 9 років тому +185

    You know your getting old when people you grew up with as a child start to pass away. These stars were our parents favourites, so you sat on a Saturday night you would sit there and enjoy. Oh to be a kid again. RIP.

    • @ivadenuff
      @ivadenuff 4 роки тому +12

      So, so true...

    • @amandapryar4675
      @amandapryar4675 3 роки тому +5

      Memories like these are always happy 💕 ones. Not like today. But the children of today will probably say the same 😁😁

    • @Ardoyne10
      @Ardoyne10 3 роки тому +3

      well said m8

    • @brendanquinlan5936
      @brendanquinlan5936 3 роки тому +2

      Aye

    • @karylhogan5758
      @karylhogan5758 2 роки тому +5

      You read my mind, .. it’s kinda scary too, it’s don’t seem that long ago, yet in years it is of course.. he was kinda comforting then, no loudness, kids drifted off to sleep..

  • @janeclarkson8471
    @janeclarkson8471 2 роки тому +57

    He was a great entertainer. Great shows. Modest and without ego! Wonderful TV. 👌👌👌

  • @lawrencepeak8309
    @lawrencepeak8309 Рік тому +19

    What fun, the lyrics, the tune, the singing. 100% something to lift your day.
    And Val so enjoyed it.

  • @anotherstep2take
    @anotherstep2take 28 днів тому +4

    I loved this song as a child, brought up as the child of a mother who was a Van Doonican fan. I can see myself lifting the arm on the record player to play it over and over again.... Such a cheerful song decades before kids discovered rappers !

  • @sandramartin9432
    @sandramartin9432 7 місяців тому +18

    my dad played this every Sunday after mass, crying with the lovely memories

    • @allanbarton-sy7wj
      @allanbarton-sy7wj 6 місяців тому +1

      my dad did oh god i miss him wish i had you tube back then in 1991 it would have made him very happy SOOOO SAD

  • @garydunn3037
    @garydunn3037 9 років тому +72

    My sincerest condolences to the family of Val Doonican who has sadly passed away.
    Val wooed millions in the 60's and 70's with smooth Irish charm. He was up there with
    the best of the Crooners of that generation. Sadly missed, r.i.p. Mr Doonican.

  • @ac5795
    @ac5795 Рік тому +25

    Played this at my mother in laws funeral at the city of London crematorium. Very touching and amusing. Brings back fond memories of mum(Kay). Rest in peace mum. X 🙏👍

  • @debbybostock356
    @debbybostock356 6 років тому +54

    This song NEVER EVER fails to make me smile- the lyrics are so clever! Thank you
    xxxx

  • @thirtyfoursevenzero
    @thirtyfoursevenzero Місяць тому +5

    Brilliant...So many words so easily delivered...

  • @Kevin-b8e5g
    @Kevin-b8e5g 2 місяці тому +11

    We will never see the likes of these type of singers again

  • @margaretlim6535
    @margaretlim6535 2 роки тому +16

    An absolute gem...❤️
    love Val Doonican singing Delaney’s Donkey since I was a wee nipper!

  • @rosebrown9265
    @rosebrown9265 Рік тому +35

    Can't believe it's 2023 and love this music

  • @wenglishsal
    @wenglishsal 9 років тому +27

    Bless you Val Doonican for all the giggles, smiles and lovely songs.. RIP Big Man, rest easy now and sing a few songs above the clouds .. :0)x

  • @bazza945
    @bazza945 4 роки тому +17

    Pure talent, clear voice, no voice sweetener required.

  • @kevvome
    @kevvome 9 років тому +84

    The one and only Val Doonican. A man and a GENTLEMAN. As laid back as it was possible to be and had a magic about him that chilled you out and made you think that we didn't live in a bad world at all. One of the first records I put on my first computer 8 years ago was this track and Paddy McGinty's Goat. They were funny and made me think what a great place Ireland must be.
    The world is a worst place for this great man's passing. God bless you mate and thank you for the endless times of joy your music has given me.

    • @brianc4594
      @brianc4594 8 років тому +8

      +kevvome "and made you think that we didn't live in a bad world at all"......exactly!

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome 8 років тому +3

      +Brian C Cheers Bri.
      Glad you agreed with my sentiment.

    •  5 років тому +2

      irish jim reeves r i p val

  • @GraceLagan
    @GraceLagan 7 місяців тому +8

    From Donegal,l loved Val Doonican,his shows were a treat and that "smile" ♥️

  • @Glenn1967ful
    @Glenn1967ful 9 років тому +17

    A good man and a well loved performer, far better than what we have now.

  • @debbybostock356
    @debbybostock356 7 років тому +21

    This is my 'go to happy song' - I can picture the scene the man's a bloody genius!!! Thank you Val xx

  • @NickJay
    @NickJay 6 років тому +16

    I loved this song and his other family favourites such as the magical toy, walk tall and so on. Saw him live 3 times and his shows were always a delight and a pleasure. Sadly missed. RIP Val.

  • @SuperGingerBickies
    @SuperGingerBickies 9 років тому +17

    Val Doonican was the first famous person I ever encountered when I was just 8 years old. He was a handsome prince of a man indeed! He's provided lovely, warm and funny memories, became an idol of mine and was responsible for many tunes to the soundtrack of my life. Those Saturday nights after bath time he'd be on the telly with real international music stars, I recall all those lovely Christmas shows and that wonderful Homeward Bound series he did for BBC One in the late 1980's. He came from County Waterford, Ireland, where my late father came from - of that fact I am indeed very proud of. Next to Gilbert O'Sullivan, Waterford provided not only a versatile entertainment legend but an all round top bloke. May the Lord grant you eternal rest, knowing that you have given pleasure to many millions left here!

  • @isabellesanderson9241
    @isabellesanderson9241 5 років тому +93

    Okay I’m 13 and I’ve known this song for as long as I can remember because of my grandad ❤️ he passed away 6 months ago 🤧 hearing this song makes me cry but also smile💓 I’m so happy he taught me these

    • @roseharrington2811
      @roseharrington2811 4 роки тому +12

      Lovely to think someone your age knows these old songs. I'm sorry to hear about your grandad. Keep singing.

    • @toniomalley5661
      @toniomalley5661 4 роки тому +6

      Isabelle Sanderson what a great memory may you smile all your day hun

    • @mwhitby502
      @mwhitby502 3 роки тому +2

      Your grandad had good taste in music. 😀

    • @caidenroberto9000
      @caidenroberto9000 3 роки тому

      I realize I am kind of randomly asking but does anyone know of a good website to stream newly released series online?

    • @rodneyty4361
      @rodneyty4361 3 роки тому

      @Caiden Roberto Flixportal xD

  • @8610sarge
    @8610sarge 8 років тому +18

    grew up watching him on the box, loved his songs as boy still do as a man of 52yrs, RIP sir

  • @leehey7095
    @leehey7095 3 роки тому +8

    A true family entertainer that unfortunately we just dont see the likes of today. Great lyrics that make me smile every time I hear them

    • @joannetailor4094
      @joannetailor4094 7 місяців тому +1

      They don't make them like that anymore

  • @paulgregory1364
    @paulgregory1364 2 роки тому +13

    I'M SO PROUD OF THIS SONG!!!
    My middle name is Delaney.
    I love the Irish!!!

    • @thebagfather4633
      @thebagfather4633 Рік тому +1

      watching this and tapping my feet to it a classic song and singer

  • @bryandale2318
    @bryandale2318 9 років тому +11

    Thank you for the fun you gave us from the 60's. RIP and my thoughts are are with your family. God Bles You.

  • @MayYourGodGoWithYou
    @MayYourGodGoWithYou 2 роки тому +10

    The first record I ever purchased for myself was a Val Doonican one, and when we got a TV in the late 70s I would always record his show - on just after lunch in NZ - to watch later. I have been a fan for over 50 years and he is still one of my all time favourite singers. I just wish the songs he sung were still to be heard by modern singers today, they always make you smile and cheer you up. Thank you for the video.

  • @NallDave
    @NallDave 7 років тому +11

    I'm a Guitar Taecher and use this song to teach children Travis Picking. I loved it when I was a kid and it is an absolute delight to see children enjoying it for the first time. I changed the 'all committed suicide' line to 'all ran off home nd cried' just to be super careful not to upset any of them.

  • @mikewood866
    @mikewood866 9 років тому +9

    My Gran knitted us all Arran sweaters because of this bloke,,,ha ha
    Rest in piece Val, I have fond childhood memories, because of your songs.

  • @Ampton69
    @Ampton69 9 років тому +11

    RIP Val, Some great songs and this is one of the best.

  • @hemmay
    @hemmay 9 років тому +18

    Fabulous.Thanks for the music, Val. RIP

  • @slay4ev3r89
    @slay4ev3r89 8 років тому +11

    Loved this ! Fond memories of the family in happy times! RIP Val . God Bless .

  • @Nikkilovesgils
    @Nikkilovesgils 9 років тому +8

    I grew up listening to this song and I had it as a ring tone on my phone, a great song by a great man

  • @steveosborne2899
    @steveosborne2899 7 років тому +9

    This is so true. I'm sitting in Italy and I've accidentally brought this up on UA-cam. Happy memories.

  • @weegiewarbler
    @weegiewarbler 9 років тому +43

    #RIP ... fond childhood memories of Saturday evenings spent with family watching this sweet man.

    • @thefoxhat6163
      @thefoxhat6163 9 років тому +14

      Can I just pretend I'm not old enough to remember?

  • @54musiclover
    @54musiclover 9 років тому +13

    RIP Val, a legend. Made you happy just listening to his relaxed style.

  • @SuperHelmia
    @SuperHelmia 9 років тому +6

    Oh Val I loved watching you on TV and hearing your songs. I bought all your records. This song is my favourite. Rest in peace and thank you for entertaining me.

  • @Seanadun
    @Seanadun 4 роки тому +9

    My dad loves this song and would sing it to us it always made us howl with laughter .

  • @scopex2749
    @scopex2749 7 років тому +3

    Rest well dear Val i grew up with your songs, feeling very old now......we are running out of stars.... :...(

  • @bonobo2go
    @bonobo2go 9 років тому +48

    RIP....this was part of my childhood memories. Val...don't forget to look for the angel with the whiskers on....it'll be Paddy McGinty's Goat :-)

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome 9 років тому +7

      bonobo2go Well said pal!

  • @SuperGingerBickies
    @SuperGingerBickies 11 років тому +2

    I absolutely adore Val Doonican! I played his music regularly when I used to do an Irish music programme on hospital radio - alongside the likes of Enya, U2, The Saw Doctors, Daniel O'Donnell etc. Watching this clip brought back lovely childhood memories of weekend evenings when entertainment shows were chilled, relaxed and did what they said on the tin. I'm delighted that one of his songs is on an ad for a toy shop chain. I LOVE YOU, VAL!

  • @drjools8196
    @drjools8196 7 років тому +10

    amongst my aunts belongings i inherited was a picture of Val with his autograph. i still treasure it.

  • @sheilaferguson7832
    @sheilaferguson7832 9 років тому +15

    He was one of the world greatest loved his shows

    • @kevb6597
      @kevb6597 3 роки тому +1

      Haha yeah .....!!!

    • @babybaleno
      @babybaleno 3 роки тому

      World's greatest what ?

  • @KarenHackman-x9z
    @KarenHackman-x9z Рік тому +2

    I loved Val Doonican singing he was fantastic RlP Val forevermore 2:37

  • @前橋みき
    @前橋みき 9 років тому +8

    Wonderful moment and song- thanks Val RIP

  • @dorothykazer1371
    @dorothykazer1371 5 років тому +5

    I remember listening to him on the Light Programme before tv,. He was a perfect gentleman and a lovely gentle singer.

  • @girvanpaterson1098
    @girvanpaterson1098 9 років тому +6

    My cousin Audrey Duggan was one of his backup singers for many years, so I know firsthand what a decent lovely man he was, 'Ireland's Bing Crosby', may he rest in peace, and sing with Bing in heaven!

    • @petercampbell1585
      @petercampbell1585 9 років тому +2

      I remember him singing Paddy McGinty's Goat! Mum and dad had one of his LPs.

  • @paulbutler535
    @paulbutler535 9 років тому +8

    great showman, live shows every saturday, sang effortlessly,

  • @brianc4594
    @brianc4594 8 років тому +9

    Val Doonican...top quality in his professional and personal life. God rest him

    • @VincentRE79
      @VincentRE79 8 років тому +3

      Agree, my mother used to adore him.

  • @alanwitton5980
    @alanwitton5980 4 роки тому +3

    Fabulous stuff! Great entertainer sadly missed! God Bless him

  • @gravityfallslover1278
    @gravityfallslover1278 9 років тому +6

    Rip i used to watch your show with my dad .such memories

  • @46kevs
    @46kevs 9 років тому +4

    Another star has left us. Happy childhood memories.

  • @ELLEFEM
    @ELLEFEM 9 років тому +5

    loved watching this lovely man.. rip Val Doonican x

  • @theresaconnolly8311
    @theresaconnolly8311 9 років тому +5

    THINK I BACK THAT ON THE GRAND NATIONAL !!! WHAT A LAUGH BROUGHT BACK GREAT MEMORIES OF CHILDHOOD HOLIDIES IN IRELAND

  • @kirstinnapier316
    @kirstinnapier316 9 років тому +2

    Lots of nice times watching val on TV with my family he will be missed

  • @davidmullaney5366
    @davidmullaney5366 6 років тому +2

    Bring a many tear to my eye watching this I remember watching it with my late father and mother

  • @alsdouble
    @alsdouble 9 років тому +2

    RE RETREATED FROM TV TOO LONG AGO. GREAT MEMORIES, All hail a great entertainer.

  • @lestorhaslam
    @lestorhaslam 3 місяці тому

    Wonderful, I remember watching this very programme. A wonderful gentle time. When you didn’t know the views of entertainers. Val was such a great entertainer, his shows seemed as if it was a party in your own home.

  • @kazzwill21
    @kazzwill21 9 років тому +2

    the days when we all knew the words to all the songs and sat round the old black and white teli singing along, ah Saturday nights who can forget the, RIP VAL

  • @keithoneil6711
    @keithoneil6711 5 років тому +4

    Just love this song and his voice beautiful amazing voice

  • @MelBond-oc7sh
    @MelBond-oc7sh Рік тому +2

    A great entertainer. Still love to hear him sing

  • @PrinceWesterburg
    @PrinceWesterburg Рік тому +1

    OMG - Soundtyrack of my childhood! Takes me back to a much happier world

  • @Mistysmudge1
    @Mistysmudge1 9 років тому +3

    RIP he was great loved watching him as a kid, mum and dad had some albums too :)

  • @joannagodfrey5111
    @joannagodfrey5111 9 років тому +5

    a lovely man and great entertainer, Val Doonican RIP

  • @KeepFunkyBaby
    @KeepFunkyBaby 9 років тому +8

    RIP - part of my childhood memories.

  • @bethanyrachel63
    @bethanyrachel63 9 місяців тому +4

    2024 and still loving this bop

  • @brennyy5143
    @brennyy5143 9 років тому +13

    May he rest in peace what a great guy

  • @AlanWinter
    @AlanWinter 9 років тому +8

    Wholesome. Funny. Entertaining. RIP.

  • @Deano4322
    @Deano4322 9 років тому +4

    When I was a kid Val Doonican was my favourite entertainer , I remember on Saturday nights as my mum and dad prepared to go out for the evening them telling my older brother " let him have Val Doonican on later " and as the program started sitting down in front of the t.v. And not moving until Val sang that last song sitting in that old rocking chair , great memories of a truly great singer and entertainer. RIP Val and thanks for the memories.

  • @neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978
    @neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978 7 місяців тому +3

    Loved this in the 1970's, still dooo😊

  • @victoriadelaney1123
    @victoriadelaney1123 7 років тому +4

    My name is Victoria Delaney & I love this song.

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome 7 років тому +1

      Me too Vicky! And I see you and Val both have the same initials!

  • @gremlinuk1968
    @gremlinuk1968 9 років тому +4

    rember watchen with my gran, in the 80s when I was a kid,,, R.I.P. VAL,! & my Gran,, aswell,!!

    • @gremlinuk1968
      @gremlinuk1968 8 років тому +1

      , RIP, VAL,!! & same to my Gran,!!

  • @738polarbear
    @738polarbear 3 роки тому

    Dear old Val . Humble,nice and enjoyable. ,Famous for his cable knit sweaters among other things.

  • @anthonykilleen4489
    @anthonykilleen4489 9 років тому +7

    Will be sadly missed...a true gentleman and fond childhood memories on Saturday evening on tv in the 70's watching him singing lovely songs...R.I.P

  • @AnotherChelseaFan
    @AnotherChelseaFan 4 місяці тому +1

    one of my mums favourites brings back memories of my childhood now 64 where have all those years gone .

  • @jamesmacpherson1182
    @jamesmacpherson1182 3 роки тому +5

    RIP val a true gentleman and entertainer

  • @faroutthere100
    @faroutthere100 9 років тому +4

    Saddened to hear of his passing . I wonderful over night success that took seventeen year to get to

  • @markwilson3270
    @markwilson3270 9 років тому +6

    Legend, childhood memories.. RIP..

  • @TicktakSunny-vz4ux
    @TicktakSunny-vz4ux 6 місяців тому +2

    2024..... still bl..dy marvellous! Many happy memories.

  • @liamwilson1870
    @liamwilson1870 9 років тому +17

    God bless Val doonican RIP

  • @gimmeahugnow
    @gimmeahugnow 9 років тому +2

    Many fond memories of my childhood RIP Val xxx

  • @joannasdigitalimages302
    @joannasdigitalimages302 Рік тому

    I swear you can find anything on UA-cam! I grew up watching the Val Doonican Show on tv and remembered this song fondly.

  • @kevinsharp6323
    @kevinsharp6323 10 місяців тому +1

    I remember that song as a kid and almost crying with laughter, it tells a funny story.

  • @markaustin5884
    @markaustin5884 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm 63 yrs old now and can remember sitting by our radiogramme as a child listening to this lol😅

  • @meadowm1742
    @meadowm1742 3 роки тому +2

    He was such a lovely man. Soundtrack of my childhood.

  • @swampjajc
    @swampjajc 5 років тому +3

    2019 first time ive ever heard this, fantastic!

  • @paulg1886
    @paulg1886 9 років тому +3

    RIP Val, you gave me a thousands laughs back in my youth :)

  • @grahamsmith5682
    @grahamsmith5682 8 місяців тому

    Just stumbled upon this one, reminds me of when Saturday night tv was enjoyable

  • @cotswoldcuckoo775
    @cotswoldcuckoo775 4 роки тому +3

    One of those shows which came on the telly and I thought, well what a waste of time this will be, but always somehow thoroughly enjoyed.
    Another such was David Nixon if anyone remembers him.
    Val was famous for his sweaters. Much have sweated his balls off under those studio lights.

  • @keithoneil6711
    @keithoneil6711 6 років тому +2

    I just love his voice and songs beautiful

  • @icdas7158
    @icdas7158 5 років тому +3

    Love this take ms me back to being a kid

  • @KarenHackman-x9z
    @KarenHackman-x9z Рік тому

    Loved hearing Val Doonican ❤️ singing again l have fond memories of his music 🎶 RlP Val you are one of God's angels 😇 now 😇 ♥️

  • @brenkelly5866
    @brenkelly5866 9 років тому +1

    poor oul Val,,,my folks would not miss his saturday night show for anything..may he Rest in Peace..

  • @julielloyd555
    @julielloyd555 2 роки тому +1

    Love this, from being a child. What a gentleman!

  • @tonygodfrey7813
    @tonygodfrey7813 Рік тому

    Very much missed. Fred was a good friend. Gave me a copy of one of his L.P's. That was missing from my Wedlock collection. Timsbury is not the same since one of their nicest residents passed away. Rest In Peace Fred.

  • @BackToTheBlues
    @BackToTheBlues 9 років тому +9

    In his case, I would say Val Doonican, thank you and Relax In Peace.

  • @glenlay
    @glenlay 6 років тому +1

    I really miss this great entertainer and this kind of entertainment. 😊🇬🇧

  • @paulkinsella6536
    @paulkinsella6536 2 роки тому +1

    Great song, great singer!

  • @thebagfather4633
    @thebagfather4633 Рік тому

    pure entertainment and a real gent . when sat night tv was worth watching