Arthur McBride - arr. Paul Brady (cover)

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  • @malemoira1090
    @malemoira1090 4 роки тому +126

    29.

  • @markholm7050
    @markholm7050 4 роки тому +246

    Hi Sammy. I’m 65 years old. I watched the first astronaut launches on TV as a young boy and played astronaut with my sister and friends. I always smile when I see you, almost young enough to be my grandchild, wearing a NASA logo hoodie. I enjoyed this song. Keep them coming.

  • @dufficator
    @dufficator 2 роки тому +29

    I hope Paul Brady's heard this. One of the BEST versions I've heard.

  • @marissasifre9026
    @marissasifre9026 4 роки тому +57

    This song makes me want to ride with the windows down where your smiling without realizing your smiling.

  • @fedaykincmndr
    @fedaykincmndr 3 роки тому +15

    The clarity of her singing is charming and she does Brady proud on the guitar I'm sure.

  • @chrisjacobs5570
    @chrisjacobs5570 4 місяці тому +4

    Thanks you so much. This clip is still one of my favourite covers on youtube. I come back and watch it every few months and whenever start feeling sentimental about my Irish heritage.

  • @jamesbell7220
    @jamesbell7220 2 роки тому +7

    Sammy! The mysteries of youtube algorithms popped you up last night when I did a search for Arthur McBride. My first acquaintance with Arthur Mc Bride was with Paul Brady’s performance of it some 15 years ago or more. An iconic performance! Persuasive. Completely engaging. Nuanced. I listen to it from time to time over all those years. And now this Arthur McBride from you! Good heavens, Sammy! Your insight into it is utterly original and brilliant. There is something of sweetness that you give it, a light touch of good humor. Devoid of sarcasm, devoid of anger. So uplifting. So refreshing. What accounts for it? I think it simply comes deeply from who you are in heart, spirit, and soul. Your choice of guitar - the soft voice of nylon strings. Your hand - firm yet soft on the strings. Your demeanor of relaxed good cheer. Watching you sing and play such a part of the pleasure.

  • @harperinjune
    @harperinjune 3 роки тому

    after 7 months this is still my very-often-watched feel-good video

  • @pennax
    @pennax 4 роки тому +20

    I speak little English and understand a few words you sing, but your every word enters me as if you were speaking to my soul. I love your voice, greetings from Tuscany ITALY

  • @harperinjune
    @harperinjune 4 роки тому +71

    literally just finished my last zoom of the day and this brought me so much joy when i saw the notification.. ❤️

    • @anastasiachiqvinidze3488
      @anastasiachiqvinidze3488 4 роки тому

      Somebody to love - my cover of Queen ❤️ Subscribe and comment 🥰ua-cam.com/video/4DZvavYzSbQ/v-deo.html

  • @enidsnarb
    @enidsnarb 7 місяців тому +2

    I have been listening to Bradys original for some decades now ! Yours is truly a wonderful rendition and it sounds great on a nylon string and I love how clear the lyrics are also !!!Thanks for posting!

  • @user-wq7ms7eu9j
    @user-wq7ms7eu9j 4 роки тому +146

    Nobody:
    Sammy: *snaps finger*
    Everyone: Oh, he's gonna do a cover

    • @diegolozano1388
      @diegolozano1388 4 роки тому +8

      Wait that's a guy, you mean to tell me I've been crushing on a guy

    • @bonanaboi
      @bonanaboi 4 роки тому +4

      @@diegolozano1388 lol yea

    • @woldsweather
      @woldsweather 4 роки тому

      @@diegolozano1388 Never!

    • @tura2659
      @tura2659 4 роки тому +2

      Itss a shee

    • @SeymoreTanzarian
      @SeymoreTanzarian 4 роки тому +12

      @@diegolozano1388 Just let yourself crush on who your gonna crush on. You feel what you feel my dude. Love is bigger then labels.

  • @ezradevore8727
    @ezradevore8727 4 роки тому +51

    your accent is like very 60s americana fused with mid century 1800s sailor’s irish, i love it so so much
    guitar playing is perfect as usual also 💜

    • @sammycopley1
      @sammycopley1  4 роки тому +29

      an excellent assessment i rlly do sound like an old hollywood irish pirate film where none of the actors have ever been to ireland

    • @ezradevore8727
      @ezradevore8727 4 роки тому

      @@sammycopley1 EXACTLY

    • @bryanirving2422
      @bryanirving2422 2 роки тому

      @@sammycopley1 and all stand up afterwards and join the lunch queue

  • @prgnsean
    @prgnsean 4 місяці тому +1

    Bravo Sammy and perfectly sung - with that same breathy, understated tone Paul uses. A great work, for a Christmas morning! Take that, Sgt. Stamp!

  • @simonruss9214
    @simonruss9214 2 роки тому +1

    That was both brilliant and joyous, i was completely enthralled.

  • @leifcian4288
    @leifcian4288 4 роки тому +24

    Aww, what brilliant tone control, how well fretted and what a lovely chord progression. :)
    ...
    Aww, what a sweet song, and such charming accent :)
    ...
    ah... Actually pretty challenging subject matter for sure... Certainly an experience that's keeps you on your toes. Great stuff.

  • @bezhall1906
    @bezhall1906 2 роки тому +5

    Stumbled across this cover and cannot verbalise just how beautiful it is. It’s always been a bittersweet song to listen to for reasons I’ll not explain, but hearing it again in a new way is utterly gorgeous! Catch me humming it 24/7 for the next calendar year and the rest

  • @seppe.gillis
    @seppe.gillis 4 роки тому +6

    A month ago I was in the middle of an internship which completely stressed me out. I then played this video on repeat to calm my nerves, and it's worked ever since. Thank you for doing what you do, because whatever you do, it's more than what you think you're doing! :)

  • @brendanrodgers5044
    @brendanrodgers5044 4 роки тому +17

    This song is way harder to play than you’ve made it seem. That’s talent. Beautifully played and sang.

  • @ballyquillanboy
    @ballyquillanboy 3 роки тому +5

    This song takes me back over 60 years ago. Where has the time gone !!! You're a Star. Thank you for bringing me a spark of joy today,

    • @garywhitt98
      @garywhitt98 3 роки тому

      Close. Brady recorded it in 1977. It’s been out for about 45 years.

  • @caarn_paul
    @caarn_paul 6 місяців тому +1

    Well done Sammy! Iconic song that I haven't heard covered well by anyone other than the great Paul Brady. Great rendition, and fair play on the guitar tabs too - definitely not easy!

  • @windex_volleyball
    @windex_volleyball 4 роки тому +6

    my family and i used to listen to irish folk music on road trips. i have never been to ireland but i am very irish. it’s my dream to go there. never heard this song before but it’s so nostalgic. thank you very much for my new song i will play every time i wake up and lay in bed at night. no joke 😂 love you sammy 💖

    • @Johnnyfive55
      @Johnnyfive55 4 роки тому +1

      Paul Brady 1975 live version is the definitive version. She does a nice job though.
      His two other hits were Crazy Dreams (jools Holland version is best) and an anti troubles song The Island - hidden Gems

  • @paulovitordeoliveiracosta419
    @paulovitordeoliveiracosta419 4 роки тому +101

    "what type of music you like?"
    me: sammy copley

    • @anastasiachiqvinidze3488
      @anastasiachiqvinidze3488 4 роки тому

      Somebody to love - my cover of Queen ❤️ Subscribe and comment 🥰ua-cam.com/video/4DZvavYzSbQ/v-deo.html

  • @alsguitars5127
    @alsguitars5127 2 роки тому +4

    How beautifully done. Such a great job to see you alternate between extreme concentration on the arrangement and big smiles because you know you nailed a piece of music that’s delightful when its done right. Fantastically performed.

  • @frogsale
    @frogsale 4 роки тому +25

    man your efforts and the BIG improvement in your playing are absolutley noticeable and outstanding!! i've always liked the unique sound of your guitar playing, but here it's really something else. i'm glad to read you're proud of this cover because it's just so good. i hope to hear you jumping into more songs like this one! exciting!!

    • @frogsale
      @frogsale 4 роки тому +4

      also, 29. nice cryptic clues you got there, you have me waiting B)

    • @sammycopley1
      @sammycopley1  4 роки тому +6

      this is! so kind!! thank u pal

  • @davidprice329
    @davidprice329 2 роки тому +3

    Just watched this - the most heartfelt and beautiful cover of this IMMENSE song I've ever heard. Your reaction at the end sealed it too. Don't ever doubt yourself or stop, please.

  • @user-zk5iu1hz1p
    @user-zk5iu1hz1p 4 роки тому +21

    Sometimes I feel like everything is the world literally annoys me. The only thing that can save me is music. It makes me feel safe and it's like a hug. I wish there were more music like this. Tysm Sammy..😃

  • @michaelbarry3038
    @michaelbarry3038 4 роки тому +3

    Wonderful rendition of a joyful ballad, if Paul heard this i'm sure he would be charmed, lovely melodic sound, i'm tapping my feet & smiling along

  • @oauo
    @oauo 4 роки тому +31

    Sammy is such a musician

  • @DamoLivesRed
    @DamoLivesRed Рік тому +1

    So wonderful to meet you today! It's only appropriate I comment on here as it's my fave song that you cover, so impeccably clean all in one take! Hope you enjoyed the day as much as I did.

  • @HermanLabuschagne
    @HermanLabuschagne 4 роки тому +4

    Not everyone can be a delightful balladeer, but you certainly obtained that distinction. Beautiful job with a beautiful song. One of those that everyone thinks he can sing successfully, until he tries and finds that you cannot sing it if you don't have magic.

  • @berkeleybernie
    @berkeleybernie Рік тому

    OMG! 🥰You are utterly adorable, a beautiful spirit, sweet lovely voice, and did Paul's guitar arrangement of this stunning tune justice. You had me smiling and tearing up all the way through the song. Just accidentally stumbled across this in my feed today because I had decided to learn to play the song yesterday. I got the basic bones down but I'll be copping the licks in your video to flesh it out.
    I look forward to watching more of your material. 3 years on, I'm very curious to see what you're up to now. Thank you for the wonderful surprise you gave me this Sunday afternoon. ❤

  • @c.brownell8618
    @c.brownell8618 4 місяці тому +1

    Beautifully played. I loved listening to the way you play the guitar, and you have a lovely voice too.

  • @DesertFerret
    @DesertFerret 3 роки тому +3

    The fact that they have the courage to record them self singing and posting it on the internet it’s astounding.. you have a lovely voice Sammy. Keep up the good work!

  • @gracemanning
    @gracemanning 4 роки тому +76

    YOU ARE SO COOL!!!

  • @caolanlaverty2581
    @caolanlaverty2581 4 роки тому +5

    One of my fav songs, beautifully done as usual sammy :)

  • @rjwusher
    @rjwusher 4 роки тому +2

    Someone shared this video on Facebook in a "Folk Music" group today. My word, after one listen liked and subscribed. Brilliant!

  • @rickjones641
    @rickjones641 Рік тому +1

    You nailed that, and barely anyone ever does. I wouldn't worry about your guitar playing, it's right up there.

  • @Ireland1
    @Ireland1 4 роки тому +1

    Fabulous version. This song in open tuning has got the better of me for a decade. Well done.

  • @cool-guy-wannabe
    @cool-guy-wannabe 4 роки тому +2

    sammy. thank you. today i realized my older brother never actually cared for me. i know i constantly say thank you for you posting, but i really do mean it. thank you, sammy.

  • @scottlangdonproject
    @scottlangdonproject 4 роки тому +1

    I'm afraid you are mistaken, my friend: It was absolutely perfect. Flawless? maybe, maybe not; who cares? But it was EXACTLY what I needed at EXACTLY the moment I didn't even know I needed it. This came up in the *suggested for you* column on the right. I now have a huge smile in my heart that is taking over my face, and I thank you!

  • @mwervin1s
    @mwervin1s Рік тому +2

    It seems that this woman worked very hard on this song! It is very beautiful

  • @dansaavedramoroyoqui364
    @dansaavedramoroyoqui364 4 роки тому +9

    It had just started and I already love it AAAA

  • @MaryLouLord1
    @MaryLouLord1 4 роки тому +3

    This has been one of my most favorite songs forever. I stumbled into this today, and
    I have to say, you played this perfectly. Your voice is clear, and true, and "connected" to the song itself.
    No show-boating. This is the best version (besides the Paul's himself) that I've ever heard. Well done Sammy !
    Amazing that you tackled this song. It's not easy. I heard somewhere that Paul tried to teach Bob Dylan to play it,
    and Bob gave up. haha. Well done!

    • @ray26a
      @ray26a 4 роки тому +2

      Hi Mary Lou - I was enjoying this song and noticed your comment. Just wanted to mention I saw you open for Shawn Colvin in Copley Square in ‘91 or ‘92. Lights Are Changing made it to many of my mixtapes!

    • @MaryLouLord1
      @MaryLouLord1 4 роки тому +1

      @@ray26a Thank you!! Also, I shared this song with Paul Brady, and he shared it on his
      page!! I met him a couple years ago in Beverly mass at a Theater and he was great. He must
      have loved Sammy's version here...Hope all is well Ray26a!

  • @mistahcoughdrop
    @mistahcoughdrop 3 роки тому +7

    I'm probably responsible for 1000 views! Thank you for this wonderful rendition of Arthur McBride!

  • @nickmurnermusic7967
    @nickmurnermusic7967 4 роки тому +1

    How did you know that I'm obsessed with this song? It's the storied folk songs that have been tugging at my heart these days - thanks for your beautiful cover

  • @procrastinicole
    @procrastinicole 3 роки тому +2

    You have a gorgeous voice and this is a wonderful cover. So lovely to hear a Paul Brady classic from younger singers!

  • @emmynoether9540
    @emmynoether9540 4 роки тому +10

    It's crazy that you're not confident in your guitar abilities while playing this good. I guess one can be insecure at any level. Just know we enjoy your playing so much!!
    P.S.: Ignore my profile picture I am not good at guitar at all, just love them very much.

  • @maitrikarna9278
    @maitrikarna9278 Рік тому +2

    I personally believe this is one of the best songs written in human history. My bias for Celtic music aside, I just think it's one of of the most perfectly written, clever, and spirited ballads ever created.
    That said, It is not an easy one to cover. Standing between 6 and 8 minutes, with so many words, some of them very specific to the period... it's very tough to pull off and make it interesting and accessible to people (which I gather you're pretty aware of considering your sigh at the end😂).
    This cover was amazing. Your voice is perfectly expressive and controlled and I really thoroughly enjoyed listening to the entire thing. New fan ✌️😇

    • @nurseSean
      @nurseSean Рік тому

      I briefly tried to translate this song into russian before I realized it was beyond me.
      I think it is a powerful message of self determination and self defense that is timeless and meaningful today.
      Слава Україні

  • @yellowsparklefish337
    @yellowsparklefish337 4 роки тому +10

    how does every song you ever do become my instant favorite

  • @howerf
    @howerf 4 роки тому +3

    i just love that my classes ended and you uploaded a video, you just cheered my day uwu
    greetings from chile

  • @yasdnilknarf1885
    @yasdnilknarf1885 2 роки тому +11

    Very difficult to beat the original unless you heard another version first, but you nailed it! Astonishing really.

  • @ruadhbran
    @ruadhbran 4 місяці тому

    I'm back here again. It feels like a remembrance of Christmases past, but also this tune just carries so much nostalgia and feeling. Well sung and well played, Sammy!

  • @lauragaillour5856
    @lauragaillour5856 2 роки тому

    You did it alright !!! love your perfomances and your own songs too !!!!!!! I'm 66 years old and from Mar del plata , Argentina !!

  • @kieronseamonsstudio6774
    @kieronseamonsstudio6774 4 роки тому +2

    absolutely beautiful version of this song, been listening to the Paul Brady version for years but yours is a stunningly touching version. i love it. fabulous

  • @cecilwood6495
    @cecilwood6495 4 роки тому +20

    I just noticed how you have the PRETTIEST eyes!!!!!! You're so talented *swoon*

  • @AnoukPlatenkamp
    @AnoukPlatenkamp 4 роки тому +2

    I love it. It is in fact one of my favorite folk songs and you do a great job of covering it. Thank you for the beautiful music!

  • @leonardoaguirre950
    @leonardoaguirre950 4 роки тому +120

    Does anyone else love sammy's wonderful smile other than me?

    • @curtisduncanmusic7645
      @curtisduncanmusic7645 3 роки тому +4

      I just recently discovered Sammy, and commented above that her smile and her voice are the windows through which her sparkling personality shines.

    • @wilmanorman330
      @wilmanorman330 2 роки тому +7

      Only everyone! 😀👍

    • @lauragaillour5856
      @lauragaillour5856 2 роки тому +1

      I do!

    • @idalavida
      @idalavida Рік тому

      Yes, me 😊

  • @MrJonnyd7606
    @MrJonnyd7606 2 роки тому +5

    Happy St. Patrick's Day, Sammy. Your music means more to me than words can express.

  • @loumac101
    @loumac101 Рік тому +1

    One of my favourite Paul Brady covers, this is truly wonderful Sammy. You are a gem!🎵🎸❤️

  • @jackhinchy9359
    @jackhinchy9359 4 роки тому +2

    Can't tell you how much I love this. Best version ive ever heard!!!

  • @CelticAndyTheBard
    @CelticAndyTheBard 4 роки тому +2

    That is so good. I have goosebumps. Guitar and vocals are sublime. Paul would be proud. You should be proud. Absolutely stellar, possibly my new favorite version (sorry Paul)

    • @CelticAndyTheBard
      @CelticAndyTheBard 4 роки тому +1

      Also if your view count jumps by 300 tonight that's probably me and while I'm on the subject who are the 2 people that disliked this? - I will make sausages from their entrails.

  • @jonathanmorenosagrero5692
    @jonathanmorenosagrero5692 3 роки тому +1

    beautiful you sing like angels themselves, your voice is so beautiful that you make anyone fall in love when singing any song thank you for having such a wonderful talent and sharing it with the world

  • @kenmccluskey9927
    @kenmccluskey9927 4 роки тому +1

    I love everything about this. The playing ,the singing, the song. It will be stuck in my head for weeks now. I love the Planxty version as well but this is so good and charming

  • @courtneykeir612
    @courtneykeir612 9 місяців тому

    Brilliant! I think the almost-American is understandable. I hail from the US but lived in Scotland for 6 years. My relatives here still remark there's a twinge of the accent I acquired whilst living abroad. Great job. I've been wanting to learn that on guitar for a while. I'm most inspired now!

  • @LugzPercy
    @LugzPercy 4 роки тому +2

    This is a no skip song on my main Spotify playlist - so to hear someone who I am subbed to cover it so well is amazing! Great job dude! \m/

  • @StephenAKatz
    @StephenAKatz 3 роки тому

    I love the way the guitar is partially cut off when the musician is playing. It's so enjoyable to see a person playing a musical instrument when you can't see the person playing the musical instrument.

  • @barrysmith4999
    @barrysmith4999 Рік тому

    Probably one of the best versions I've heard of this classic Paul Brady song
    10/10 ...well done Sammy

  • @macseanchaidhe4263
    @macseanchaidhe4263 Рік тому

    Nollaig Shona Duit, 2023. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice, smile and talent. My favorite version, without question. God bless you.😮

  • @guitar_md
    @guitar_md 2 роки тому

    Outstanding. I heard this song many years ago and only just remembered what it was, and after finding it, found your cover here. Incredible voice and excellent guitar playing!

  • @francosartori1
    @francosartori1 4 роки тому +6

    The smile is of sunshine and the voice of an angel,a talent that is and education Beautiful absolutely wonderful to listen to watch to feel the spirt flow free in every song sung and created just joy 🌹☘️

  • @rolfklaer2671
    @rolfklaer2671 4 роки тому +1

    I was waiting for this last smile you so often close a song with. And...there it was. Thanks, Sammy, you are my favourite Irish!

  • @TheFreemanuk
    @TheFreemanuk Рік тому

    Yr a torch in the new generations Sammy. Most excellent. These story's must prevail x

  • @isaac958
    @isaac958 Рік тому

    your voice goes as easy as cold water on a hot summers day, fantastic job sam!

  • @rrrrogahtaylah2636
    @rrrrogahtaylah2636 4 роки тому +4

    this cover is absolutely golden (and I love ur nail polish sam)

  • @TheToastedClover
    @TheToastedClover Рік тому

    Absolutely divine. I’ve been obsessed with this song for a year and a half and finally wrote a ukulele arrangement for it. This is brilliant. Brava!!!!

  • @lucasmcfadden
    @lucasmcfadden Рік тому

    Im so happy to have found you and your music. My daughter and i snuggle.and listen to your beautiful arrangements. Thank you fpr sharing your gift.

  • @bogdanrus1148
    @bogdanrus1148 4 роки тому

    Damn, Sammy. This is the 91639163rd time you’re making my day a whole lot better

  • @generaltidy5677
    @generaltidy5677 2 роки тому

    Outstanding. This is a favorite ballad of mine. Thank you.

  • @lialovs8
    @lialovs8 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Sammy! How are you? Thanks so much for this video today, I really loved it as always! I really liked the guitar part in this one as well, it sounded super cool to me! This video was a super nice stress reliever for me after a long day, so I really appreciated it💜

  • @himanjalsaha1127
    @himanjalsaha1127 4 роки тому +3

    Im addicted to your covers
    good work Sammy❣️

  • @jackiem9298
    @jackiem9298 Рік тому

    That was amazing! I hope Paul Brady hears it & gets in touch with you to say what a great job you did. It is one of my favourite songs. Thank you☺

  • @chloeromero8157
    @chloeromero8157 4 роки тому

    I'm not really into this type of music but something about your voice makes it so calming

  • @siriuschip
    @siriuschip Рік тому

    great song choice! one of my favorites, and top marks for the Paul Brady arrangement, with all the noise in the world these days, you show an excellent aesthetic.

  • @MrNormaltoo
    @MrNormaltoo Рік тому

    thank you sammy. you told that tale perfectly and i enjoyed it so much.

  • @johngreene7130
    @johngreene7130 2 роки тому

    You make it look so easy! You have done Paul Brady and yourself, very proud!

  • @Bobywan75
    @Bobywan75 4 роки тому +13

    Excellent, you keep getting better. This cover better showcase the extent of your guitar skills and your beautiful accent.

  • @finneth
    @finneth 4 роки тому +3

    the aUdAcIty to have such talent just does it for me i-

  • @jamesbell7220
    @jamesbell7220 2 роки тому

    Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful! The sweet mischief you give it. Lovely.

  • @matthewchallis8094
    @matthewchallis8094 2 роки тому

    I was literally listening to this just before Christmas.....then I discover your goodself due to Phoebe and bit by bit I'm realising you've covered pretty much all my favourite songs.
    You are so, so incredibly talented.
    You should be incredibly proud of your voice and your ability on the guitar.
    As previously stated.....
    You have a huge new fan 👏

  • @Somerandomdude60
    @Somerandomdude60 Рік тому

    You are a beautiful person ! Your playful exuberance shows through. I’m not Irish but this is one of my favourite songs and your version is the best.
    Your smile frees me.
    Hope you’re well.

  • @banjo1434
    @banjo1434 Рік тому

    Beautifully done, with a lovely smile.
    Thankyou😊

  • @ronaldbeyl5159
    @ronaldbeyl5159 3 роки тому

    Samny.. thank you.! Been doing this song since 1975 .even with brady himself and others .you did well !! .thanks again

  • @kevinstachovak8842
    @kevinstachovak8842 2 роки тому

    I really like this arrangement. Very refreshing! Cheers from hot, sunny Phoenix! I've heard many versions of this song but yours is so excellent

  • @tomnotshom
    @tomnotshom 4 роки тому +1

    A great cover of a beautiful and difficult song. Thank you for sharing!

  • @dianemurphy3515
    @dianemurphy3515 2 роки тому

    You are immensely talented and I see how music speaks all your emotions. Throroughly impressed!

  • @MikePutnam
    @MikePutnam 2 роки тому

    Sammy, as a fair normal human who like tones and notes and chords I cannot find a more satisfiying experience on UA-cam. Please go until you shant! -fan for life!

  • @bradkeene1224
    @bradkeene1224 Рік тому

    Fuck yes! You've made my day 'Pleasant and charming'. Simple and sweet. Well done.

  • @danielwarnica3966
    @danielwarnica3966 4 роки тому +1

    it's always a treat listening to your music, thank you for posting sammy :)

  • @kevinfenton7043
    @kevinfenton7043 4 роки тому

    Its been great watching your progress for the last 18 months. Your very talented. Best wishes for the future