The boxed set is utterly brilliant. Seriously fantastic. Would you do "You Can never Be Wrong" as it's one of the greatest songs ever written. Thank you...
John what a wonderful voice you have. Always loved The Ivy League, I think they are one of the UK's best vocal harmony groups. You still sound fabulous and long may it continue. Good luck to you and your family
John, Im 48 years old this week and havent been moved by a performance like this in over a decade. Thanks for the tunes and being you. What an amazing song and voice. Thanks again. Chris B
How wonderful it still sounds. This song makes me happy and sad at the same time. Was my mothers favorite song and she passed away last year. Thank you for this wonderful music, love from Holland.
Thank you so much for your comments. I'm glad that you like the song. Sorry about your mother. It's very nice to hear that it was her favourite song. Best, John Carter. 🙂
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Thank you very much for your kind words, means a lot to me. I'll just keep on listening to this kind of music, it may never be forgotten!
John have been a fan of The Ivy League forever.My favourite That's why I'm crying made my mum go and buy it for me when I was 15.Still got it still play it.Thank You.
Funny how love can be is one of my favourite songs of all time and has been since the first time I heard it. But since I found this, I haven't played the Ivy Leagues version, just this one. I think that says it all.
I've been liistening to this a lot, and I feel that in many ways it reminds me of Joni Mithcell's Both Sides now. That was a song that she wrote when she was very young, in the sixties. but it wasn't until she recorded a much slower and infinitely more emootional version athe beginning of the centrury that was able to fully express her feelings through the song. her own age and a lifetime of eomtions, illuminated the song and gave it meaning. The same goes for this song I think. The older man who sings it now puts a lifetime of experience into the song and sings it in a very dfirrerent way than the young man who wrote it could have.
John, I've heard countless thousands of great songs in my life, but you've written two of my all time favourites. This one and My Sentimental Friend. I'll never tire of listening to either. Thank you so much.
Very talented John also was a backing singer on Can't explain by The Who, sang lead on the New Vaudeville Band's hit single "Winchester Cathedral", wrote Can't you hear my heartbeat by Herman Hermits and Goldie and the Gingerbreads, Let's Go to San Francisco by The Flowerpot Men, Dreams Are Ten A Penny by Kincade, Mary Hopkin runner-up in the Eurovision Song Contest with "Knock, Knock Who's There? Beach Baby by First Class. Written with his wife and many more. John now runs with his wife Gill, his own publishing and record production company and lives in London England.
Songs like this made my youth, and bumping into them again brings back such wonderful memories. I sometimes wonder if you guys ever realised just how much you influenced us 60's guys. Songs like this will last with us forever. Thank you .
Just got "My World Fell Down - The John Carter Story" - what a treasure trove of great music. Looking forward to getting the First Class anthology in a few weeks. Bravo!
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter I am honored to receive reply from you John. I play this video and a live one from the 60s each night. Perfect song and harmonies to take me back to my childhood. Thank you
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter I had forgotten about this poignant and lovely song with such powerful harmony, til I saw an episode of Heartbeat tonight and it made me look it up and hear it once again, then this special version popped up, WOW! Thank you very much! God's blessings on you and yours!
Nice to see u here, the IVY LEAGUE was my 1th lp. was 14 then , now 69, still have and listen here on my laptop., in the Netherlands we had the BUFFOONS similar to your group. Grts , Anjo Brendel,
I first heard this song in my teens (during the 80s) and I've always liked it. Hearing it again has brought back some nice memories of my late teenage years when I was studying at college in Hereford. And to you John, it's lovely to hear (and see) that you've still got the voice. I really enjoyed just listening to you and your guitar.
Hi John! I’m 48 and just discovered this song a few weeks ago thanks to my older brother strumming his own version and sending it me via wattsapp (such is the power of the internet to spread music these days!). I liked his version so sought out the song on here and loved it. Absolutely adore this version with just you though. This why I love the internet, the fact we can share such beautiful music, because without it the only chance I’d hear even the Ivy League original would be via radio or a disco! Let alone this version. Thank you very much for giving this to the world. 👍🏼😬
When I was a small boy an older family member had Ivy League records. I used to listen to them on my own. They were my first introduction to such melodic harmonies. Thank you John, for a lifetime of wonderful tunes and memories. And that incredible voice is still there. ✌️❤️
I heard this song for the first time only about a month ago. Love it. Introduced my 19 year old daughter to it and she loves it too. You are managed to do something that crosses generations, John, and will continue to do so. Bravo!
Mr. John! This song is beautiful, and while I think the harmonies make it even better, this rendition is so wonderful it doesn’t even need them. Thank you for writing this song.
This song was in my late brothers record collection. This makes me think of him and his late wife. God bless Ross and marg and god bless you John. You still have a lovely voice .
Thank you Mr. Carter for being a part of the happiness and memories from my childhood in the 60’s. Music during this time displays the relative innocence of the time compared to today’s in your face culture.
Hola! Desde Venezuela: Sumamente grato escuchar esta versión. En nuestro país fue versionada por la Agrupación Los Claners bajo el nombre de "Sin tener que mentir" Hello! From Venezuela. Very nice to hear this version. In our country it was covered by the Los Claners Association under the name "Without having to lie"
Exquisite song and performance. So glad the original single was included in the Cameo-Parkway 4 CD compilation. A real treasure I discovered when I was playing CD Number 3. And those harmonies...don't get me started.
Heard this on the radio last week. Immediately bought it off iTunes, burned it to disk and put it on repeat in the car for about an hour! Seriously cool. Kind regards from New Zealand.
First heard this tune on a VA compilation about 30 years ago and it made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. It still has that effect today. Wonderful stuff John and glad to see so much of your wonderful music available via the Cherry Red Grapefuit label. Hats off to you sir!
Wow that was superb listening to it late at night took me right back to the sixties as a kid where this was one of my favourites. You certainly made an enormous impact with your writing John and i'm a big fan.
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Very welcome, John. Tossing And Turning ... first time I heard it, it totally bent my head. A British band with fewer voices than, yet a bigger sound than, the Beach Boys. Far punchier too. Real music.
First heard this song and tossing and turning when I was a young boy and fell in love with your sound it's a shame that you didn't have more successful singles as both yourself, Ken and Perry deserved . Glad to hear that you still have the the sweet vocals after such a long time keep it up and my best wishes to you and your family .
Such a beautiful song, and a wonderful performance. You guys are such gifted writers, so emotional, perfect! Are the other two still with us? I hope so. Thanks for sharing this with us.
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Hi John was that your original demo version of that song? Either way it's a great song. Love those close harmonies of the Ivy League and your other incarnations.
Was 15 when the record came out and up until then had not had the teenage heartache. Just loved the song. When it happened, the lyrics just summed up my despair. Lovely song, though.
lovely song!
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
I've never heard of this song beforehand, but it makes my heart ache for the one woman I loved many rains ago. Thank you sir.
Thank you for your comments! Best, John 😉
One of the greatest British songwriters of all-time. Can't pigeonhole him in terms of writing, arranging, or anything. I can do just about anything.
That's very kind of you! Many thanks for your nice comments. Best, John.😉
The boxed set is utterly brilliant. Seriously fantastic. Would you do "You Can never Be Wrong" as it's one of the greatest songs ever written. Thank you...
Thanks for the memory, I always loved this song, even now when I'm 74 !!!
It's nice of you to say that! Thank you! Best John Carter
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter All te Best; You too !! God Bless you !!
Me too!!
This recording is in my opinion the definitive recording .
Much appreciated! It's very nice of you to say this. All the best, John 🙂
John what a wonderful voice you have. Always loved The Ivy League, I think they are one of the UK's best vocal harmony groups. You still sound fabulous and long may it continue. Good luck to you and your family
It’s very kind of you to say that! Much appreciated. It’s still nice to be creative and never stopping writing new songs. Best, John Carter. 🤗
John, Im 48 years old this week and havent been moved by a performance like this in over a decade. Thanks for the tunes and being you. What an amazing song and voice. Thanks again.
Chris B
Thanks for listening and also for the nice comments. Much appreciated! John
How wonderful it still sounds. This song makes me happy and sad at the same time. Was my mothers favorite song and she passed away last year. Thank you for this wonderful music, love from Holland.
Thank you so much for your comments. I'm glad that you like the song. Sorry about your mother. It's very nice to hear that it was her favourite song. Best, John Carter. 🙂
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Thank you very much for your kind words, means a lot to me.
I'll just keep on listening to this kind of music, it may never be forgotten!
John have been a fan of The Ivy League forever.My favourite That's why I'm crying made my mum go and buy it for me when I was 15.Still got it still play it.Thank You.
That's very kind of you! Thanks for your nice comments. Best, John 😉
Funny how love can be is one of my favourite songs of all time and has been since the first time I heard it. But since I found this, I haven't played the Ivy Leagues version, just this one. I think that says it all.
Much appreciated! Thank you for your nice comments. Best, John 😉
I've been liistening to this a lot, and I feel that in many ways it reminds me of Joni Mithcell's Both Sides now. That was a song that she wrote when she was very young, in the sixties. but it wasn't until she recorded a much slower and infinitely more emootional version athe beginning of the centrury that was able to fully express her feelings through the song. her own age and a lifetime of eomtions, illuminated the song and gave it meaning. The same goes for this song I think. The older man who sings it now puts a lifetime of experience into the song and sings it in a very dfirrerent way than the young man who wrote it could have.
@@NiennaT Thank you for your kindness and wonderful words. What more can I say. Best, John Carter 😉
That was absolutely beautiful, the Ivy League were one of the all time greats.
It's sad the muck that passes for music today.
Thanks for your comments! Yes, I quite agree. Best, John.
John, I've heard countless thousands of great songs in my life, but you've written two of my all time favourites. This one and My Sentimental Friend. I'll never tire of listening to either. Thank you so much.
A BIG thank you for your nice comments! Much appreciated!🙂
Still a fantastic guy and song
Thank you for your kind words. Much appreciated. Best, John Carter 😉
Very talented John also was a backing singer on Can't explain by The Who, sang lead on the New Vaudeville Band's hit single "Winchester Cathedral", wrote Can't you hear my heartbeat by Herman Hermits and Goldie and the Gingerbreads, Let's Go to San Francisco by The Flowerpot Men, Dreams Are Ten A Penny by Kincade, Mary Hopkin runner-up in the Eurovision Song Contest with "Knock, Knock Who's There? Beach Baby by First Class. Written with his wife and many more.
John now runs with his wife Gill, his own publishing and record production company and lives in London England.
Thanks for your nice comments. Wishing you a Happy New Year. Best, John Carter.
"I'm in love and it just isn't fair, funny how love can be", such a great and poignant line
Thanks a lot for your nice comments. Best, John 😉
Songs like this made my youth, and bumping into them again brings back such wonderful memories. I sometimes wonder if you guys ever realised just how much you influenced us 60's guys. Songs like this will last with us forever. Thank you .
Many thanks for your nice comments! Best, John.
What a great song this is. Great vocal too. 👍
Much appreciated! Best😉
Just got "My World Fell Down - The John Carter Story" - what a treasure trove of great music. Looking forward to getting the First Class anthology in a few weeks. Bravo!
Many thanks for your wonderful support. Really appreciated! Wishing you the very best. John 😉
I was feeling fed up until I heard this beautiful song which brought back so many happy memories of my childhood in the sixties😊
Thank you very much! Really appreciate it! Best, John. 😉
Loved it in the 60's and now in my 60's. Thank you for taking me back to a better time John.
Really appreciated your comments! Best, John.😉
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter I am honored to receive reply from you John. I play this video and a live one from the 60s each night. Perfect song and harmonies to take me back to my childhood. Thank you
@@sweyne6710 Glad you are enjoying it. Much appreciated! Best, John
The Ivy League were backing for The Who on their early recordings.
Yes, it was just myself, ken Lewis and Perry Ford on backing vocals for the hit song Can't Explain.
Beautiful song, still sounding great too..
Thank you for your comments. Much appreciated!🙂
Dear John ..your beautiful voice is still as vibrant as it was back then ... May the Good Lord Bless you forever . !!
Thank you very much for your kind words. Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Hi john. Your personal concert and the performance of the ivy league love them .
Greetings c Janssen netherlands
Much appreciated! Thanks for your comments! Hope you are keeping well. Best, John Carter. 😉
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter
I had forgotten about this poignant and lovely song with such powerful harmony, til I saw an episode of Heartbeat tonight and it made me look it up and hear it once again, then this special version popped up, WOW!
Thank you very much! God's blessings on you and yours!
@@bonniewilliams9171 Thanks a lot for your kind words. Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Legend 🥸
Thank you! John
Can't hide class . still magical. ;- )
Much appreciated! John
John,I just checked you out and I had absolutely no idea what fantastic songs you have written and I loved them all.A very talented guy.
Much appreciate your kind comments! Glad you like my songs. Best wishes, John.😉
Nice to see u here, the IVY LEAGUE was my 1th lp. was 14 then , now 69, still have and listen here on my laptop., in the Netherlands we had the BUFFOONS similar to your group. Grts , Anjo Brendel,
Many thanks for your nice comments. It's great to hear your story. Best, John 😊
I first heard this song in my teens (during the 80s) and I've always liked it. Hearing it again has brought back some nice memories of my late teenage years when I was studying at college in Hereford.
And to you John, it's lovely to hear (and see) that you've still got the voice. I really enjoyed just listening to you and your guitar.
Many thanks for your comments and to know that this has left great memories with. Much appreciated😊
Brilliant, love it.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Great song, magnificent vocals. I was around 7 when this came out. Now 63, I still love it.
Many thanks for your support! Best J C
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter John you have created some magical musical moments in my life. Thanks for all of them.
wonderful version here John, fine & soulful falsetto....and what a great song you wrote....
Thanks for your comments! I try my best!🙂
Beautiful one of the best songs ever well done.
Much appreciated! Best, John
Hi John! I’m 48 and just discovered this song a few weeks ago thanks to my older brother strumming his own version and sending it me via wattsapp (such is the power of the internet to spread music these days!). I liked his version so sought out the song on here and loved it. Absolutely adore this version with just you though. This why I love the internet, the fact we can share such beautiful music, because without it the only chance I’d hear even the Ivy League original would be via radio or a disco! Let alone this version. Thank you very much for giving this to the world. 👍🏼😬
Really appreciate your nice comments! Glad you like my version. Best, John 😉
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter you’re most welcome
This is wonderful.
Much appreciated! Best, John😉
This is a great song it tears my heart out.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Tears my Heart out too
Beautifully sung John you have music in your soul.
Much appreciated! Thank you! Best John 🙂
Loved it then. Love it, now. .. 2.32 ..... funny how a true love can..... eeeeeeeeñnnnnnddddd. Yes !! You reached it!!
Thank you for your kind comments! Much appreciated! Best, John.🤗
good job sir... i'm 76 guy here.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
This is awesome John, funny how the song and you guys will live on forever
Much appreciated! Best, John
Love the lyrics. What a complete song.
Thank you! Much appreciated! 😉
You've still got it, John! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐➕👍
Many thanks! Best, John. 😉
I actually purchased this on 45 in Brighton 1965 classy song then as now still play it and that is its appeal lasting quality.
Thanks for your nice comments! Really appreciated! Best, John
Wow brilliant performance John Carter
Thanks a lot! Much appreciated! 😉
@John Carter UK Songwriter I loved your music and performances
One of my all time favourite songs. What creative talent you have. Superb song. 💕
Thanks a lot 😊
When I was a small boy an older family member had Ivy League records. I used to listen to them on my own. They were my first introduction to such melodic harmonies. Thank you John, for a lifetime of wonderful tunes and memories. And that incredible voice is still there. ✌️❤️
Thank you for such a compliment. Much appreciated. 🙂
THANK YOU. NICE TAYLOR'S. . WONDERFUL SONG. NJOYED TIME OVER TIME, THANK YOU.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Absolutely beautiful.... Quality will out... Always!
Great falsettos retained!
Appreciate your comments. Best John Carter
Best version of all times, thank you Mr.CARTER
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Absolutely beautiful. I love 60's music and it brought back wonderful memories. Thank you.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
I heard this song for the first time only about a month ago. Love it. Introduced my 19 year old daughter to it and she loves it too. You are managed to do something that crosses generations, John, and will continue to do so. Bravo!
That is awesome! Many thanks for your kind words. Glad you and your daughter like the song! Much appreciate. Best, John 😉
Beautiful voice ! Amazing this vídeo
Thanks for listening! Glad you like it!😉
Absolutely beautiful John! Love it!
Glad you like it!
Mr. John! This song is beautiful, and while I think the harmonies make it even better, this rendition is so wonderful it doesn’t even need them. Thank you for writing this song.
My 12 and 3 year old daughters love it too.
Thank you very much for your kind words. Glad you and your daughters like it. Best, John 😉
Awesome. Still sounding fantastic. Thank you John .
Much appreciated! Best, John
This song was in my late brothers record collection. This makes me think of him and his late wife. God bless Ross and marg and god bless you John. You still have a lovely voice .
Thank you for your kind words. Glad you like song. Best, John 😉😉
so pleased to see you on youtube!!
Many thanks!
Wonderful music, you've still got it, John.
Much appreciated! Best, John.
BEAUTIFUL !
Thank you! Cheers! 😉
Great song well sung.
Thank you! Best, John Carter.
Wow... Absolutety beautiful. You still got the voice and a great falsetto sound. I love this song, thanks for uploadin':D
Thanks for your comments! Best, John
Thank you Mr. Carter for being a part of the happiness and memories from my childhood in the 60’s. Music during this time displays the relative innocence of the time compared to today’s in your face culture.
Takes me back to when I was a teen. My friends and I loved this song and the Ivy League. Thanks for recalling happy memories, John.
Much appreciated! Many thanks for your kind words! Best, John 😉
One of my favourite songs of all time and you still sing it with class and emotion
Thank you so much for your kind comments. Really appreciated! Best, John 😉
Genius ❤
Oh that was so beautiful to listen to ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words. Best, John 😉
Great song
Many thanks! Best, John Carter.😉
Brilliant song that never dates. Thanks for writing it, thanks for performing it.
Many thanks for your comments! Best, John Carter😊
What a treasure - I called on Perry Ford regularly in Lincoln. Beautiful music x
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
Hola! Desde Venezuela:
Sumamente grato escuchar esta versión. En nuestro país fue versionada por la Agrupación Los Claners bajo el nombre de "Sin tener que mentir"
Hello! From Venezuela.
Very nice to hear this version. In our country it was covered by the Los Claners Association under the name "Without having to lie"
Thank you Edmundo for your nice comments. Much appreciated! Best, John Carter 🙂
Sounds wonderful, John, very well done, i love it😊
Thank you for your kind words. Best, John 😉
You're welcome, John, takes us back to the Hippie Era😊👍👍👍
This is absolutely wonderful John - you have not lost it!
Exquisite song and performance. So glad the original single was included in the Cameo-Parkway 4 CD compilation. A real treasure I discovered when I was playing CD Number 3. And those harmonies...don't get me started.
Glad you like the song! Many thanks for your kind words. Much appreciated. John 😉
What a great song and vocal arrangement. Other artists covered it but Ivy League was head and shoulders above the rest.
Thank you for your kind words. Much appreciated! Wishing you the very best. John 😉
Great! Great! Great! What a beautiful song!! Greetings from Italy!! (In Italy this song has been played by the "Equipe 84)
Many thanks for your nice comments. Much appreciated! John. 😉
Just found this, you should be very proud John, awesome.
Much appreciated! Best, John
Thank you for such a great song
More than welcome. Thank you for your comments, really appreciated. Best, John 😉
Heard this on the radio last week. Immediately bought it off iTunes, burned it to disk and put it on repeat in the car for about an hour! Seriously cool. Kind regards from New Zealand.
Thanks for all your support! Much appreciated! Best, John Carter. 😊
First heard this tune on a VA compilation about 30 years ago and it made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. It still has that effect today. Wonderful stuff John and glad to see so much of your wonderful music available via the Cherry Red Grapefuit label. Hats off to you sir!
Thanks for your really nice comments! Much appreciated! Wishing you all the very best. John Carter 😉
Wow that was superb listening to it late at night took me right back to the sixties as a kid where this was one of my favourites. You certainly made an enormous impact with your writing John and i'm a big fan.
Thank you very much for your wonderful comments. I'm glad that this song was part of growing up. Best, John Carter. 😉
Fantastic, thank you
Glad you liked it! Much appreciated!
One of my favourite songs of any era.. Brilliant version John : your voice sounds as great as ever. Fantastic job
That's very kind of you. Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
I love this song! Thanks for sharing John ,beautiful
Many thanks! Best, John
I'm a fan! Thank you for the music. 😍🎸🎶
Thank you for the support. Much appreciated. Best, John.😉
You still have it, sir.
Much appreciated! Best John 😉
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Very welcome, John.
Tossing And Turning ... first time I heard it, it totally bent my head. A British band with fewer voices than, yet a bigger sound than, the Beach Boys. Far punchier too. Real music.
I am learning this song but wont be able to sing it as good as you it took me right back
Keep it up! I'm sure you'll get there. Thanks for your support. Best, John😉
I've just just watched the whole video.....and you have made me cry. Top man....not many people do that.
Much appreciated! Best, John Carter 😊
Absolutely beautiful .
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
First heard this song and tossing and turning when I was a young boy and fell in love with your sound it's a shame that you didn't have more successful singles as both yourself, Ken and Perry deserved . Glad to hear that you still have the the sweet vocals after such a long time keep it up and my best wishes to you and your family .
Thank you for you nice comments. Yes, we did have other hits in the UK and many other countries. All the best, John Carter 😉
Such a beautiful song, and a wonderful performance. You guys are such gifted writers, so emotional, perfect! Are the other two still with us? I hope so. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Thank you for your comments. Much appreciated. Unfortunately the other two are not with us anymore.
I always liked that song and I still do. I think the version is a personal choice.
What a magnificently well-preserved falsetto! Wonderful performance.
Thank you so much for your nice comments! Best John.
Wonderful! 👏👏
Many thanks!!
Thanks for that. Beautiful.
Much appreciated! Best, John 😉
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Hi John was that your original demo version of that song? Either way it's a great song. Love those close harmonies of the Ivy League and your other incarnations.
Great, un saluto dall'Italia.
Much appreciated! Best, JC 😀
One of the songs I prefer.
It seems simple to play, but only the way you play it, gives so great emotion.
@@vincenzozaccaro926 Many thanks! John
@@vincenzozaccaro926 Much appreciated! Best John Carter
Class
Many thanks! Best JC.
Beautiful!
Much appreciated! Best John
Beautiful John.
Thank you!! Best John
Your little face hasn’t changed at all. Xxxx
Thank you! Best John
@@JohnCarterUKSongwriter Crumbs John! Gone all goosebumply now! 😃
Still got that killer dimple too! X
Was 15 when the record came out and up until then had not had the teenage heartache. Just loved the song. When it happened, the lyrics just summed up my despair. Lovely song, though.
Glad to hear your story! Thanks for your nice comments. Much appreciated! John 😉