Ronnie Drew sang this as a tribute to Luke at the Dubliners' 40th anniversary concert in 2002, and he was clearly fighting back tears between verses. And Ronnie was one of the toughest men to walk the earth.
The Legendary Luke Kelly, from Dublin, Son of Ireland. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis. (At the right side of God may his soul rest.) I lived for a while at number 5 Raglan Road in Dublin 4. And it is beautiful to walk down on an Autumn day. I too meet friends on Grafton Street. It has meaning for every Irish person. Muintir Amhain, Tir Amhain, Ar son na hEireann!
It's all about the lyrics and Lukes unique voice. No need to embellish it further. RAGLAN Road is a famous poem about unrequited love by Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh
There is one more Luke Kelly song I recommend. Live in 1976, he sang Rocky Road to Dublin. It's one of the hardest songs to sing, and Luke could sing it like nobody before or since. ua-cam.com/video/wtEKUWRpUWg/v-deo.html This particular performance shows above all others just how incredible Luke was, because he accidentally sings the second verse twice, but still manages to use looks and gestures to acknowledge his mistake, and to signal to the rest of the band to keep going, all while not missing a single beat.
Back in the day, fifty years ago or so, Luke called into my mothers house. Eileen, he asked, would you mind looking after my banjo for the day? I will of course, Luke. She replied. You’re very kind - it’s just that I’m off to a wedding in town, and if I bring it with me, everyone will be expecting me to sing. Off he goes, the mother puts the banjo in the front room of the house. Later that night, Luke returns. My mother goes to retrieve the banjo, only to discover that it was gone - stolen. She had one job to do .. but no. And at her funeral in the last couple of years, the priest told the stolen banjo story. And as my mother was being taken from the church, a niece who is related to one of the Dubliners, sang Raglan Road. God bless them all; there’s some fierce class of a music session going on in heaven.
That recording is one of the finest I have ever seen. The audience reaction speaks for itself. They have been enchanted. The story behind the poem/song is beautiful. Luke Kelly's performance is magical. I'm sorry you seem to have missed that by talking through out.the equivalent of maybe talking through a MLK speech.
An interesting point is that Luke actually phrased the third verse wrongly, but the fact that every cover has done the same just proves that Luke is the gold standard. It should actually be: I gave her gifts of the mind, I gave the secret sign that's KNOWN To the artists WHO have known the TRUE gods of sound and STONE
@@ruthie2858 Indeed. Firstly, the way he sang it does not naturally span the tune. Secondly, sign does not rhyme with stone. Thirdly, the correct phrasing maintains the internal rhymes of who/true, like hair/snare, ravine/seen and me/hurriedly in the other verses.
@PhilOverKill_47 Sign does not rhyme with stone under any circumstances. The way Luke sang it does not naturally span the tune, because the first line is too short and the second is too long.
@PhilOverKill_47 Poetic license is fair enough, but when you listen to the poem's original phrasing, it is plain to see that the way it was written was correct, as opposed to the way it was sung.
@PhilOverKill_47 There is no 'winning' involved, mate. And don't think for one moment this was a criticism of Luke. It is simply a fact that neither songs nor poetry will sound right if you try to make them flow like a conversation.
Aw , no offense but ya should know the lyrics to really get the true grasp of how amazing Luke Kelly was. Have you heard, song for Ireland by Luke ? I guess it’s kinda easier for me, being from Ireland but no reason the whole world can’t enjoy it all the same 😁
I hope it didn't bother you that I hummed along. I've been told many times to stop talking. I even have the nerve to "sing" on occasion. I might have a bit of Irish but not sure. Aren't we all just a little Irish?
@@JohnCregoWorldMusic ua-cam.com/video/maX8HJU8hek/v-deo.html (on the CD) But there si something wrong with its pitch - it is too high. Than there also is live version on YT, in which Van Morrison plays the drums! Nice to see.
He doesn't need them... I just thought it might be a nice addition to help carry the melody along. I've always liked good harmonies. I tend to hear these kinds of musical things in my head as I listen to music. No disrespect to Luke Kelly.
@@JohnCregoWorldMusic Think I speak for most of Ireland when I say that backing harmonies would simply distract from Luke's simple, raw, passionate, rendition of this Kavanagh poem. Fair play to you for highlighting the song.
Ronnie Drew sang this as a tribute to Luke at the Dubliners' 40th anniversary concert in 2002, and he was clearly fighting back tears between verses. And Ronnie was one of the toughest men to walk the earth.
Great reaction!You can't beat Luke, he was our best.Love from Northern Ireland.
The Legendary Luke Kelly, from Dublin, Son of Ireland. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis. (At the right side of God may his soul rest.)
I lived for a while at number 5 Raglan Road in Dublin 4. And it is beautiful to walk down on an Autumn day. I too meet friends on Grafton Street. It has meaning for every Irish person. Muintir Amhain, Tir Amhain, Ar son na hEireann!
It's all about the lyrics and Lukes unique voice. No need to embellish it further. RAGLAN Road is a famous poem about unrequited love by Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh
My thoughts almost to the word.
There is one more Luke Kelly song I recommend. Live in 1976, he sang Rocky Road to Dublin. It's one of the hardest songs to sing, and Luke could sing it like nobody before or since. ua-cam.com/video/wtEKUWRpUWg/v-deo.html This particular performance shows above all others just how incredible Luke was, because he accidentally sings the second verse twice, but still manages to use looks and gestures to acknowledge his mistake, and to signal to the rest of the band to keep going, all while not missing a single beat.
On it. Thank you.
Rare exceptional singer🌟 and a well crafted song🌟 one for your best song collection🌟
Your not Irish if you haven't come back from the pub and blasted Luke on the speakers. Ireland's greatest 🇮🇪
One of Irelands favourite sons,voted the most recognised voices in Europe.rest in peace,Luke
Back in the day, fifty years ago or so, Luke called into my mothers house. Eileen, he asked, would you mind looking after my banjo for the day? I will of course, Luke. She replied. You’re very kind - it’s just that I’m off to a wedding in town, and if I bring it with me, everyone will be expecting me to sing. Off he goes, the mother puts the banjo in the front room of the house. Later that night, Luke returns. My mother goes to retrieve the banjo, only to discover that it was gone - stolen. She had one job to do .. but no. And at her funeral in the last couple of years, the priest told the stolen banjo story. And as my mother was being taken from the church, a niece who is related to one of the Dubliners, sang Raglan Road. God bless them all; there’s some fierce class of a music session going on in heaven.
That's quite the story. It's great to have that kind of connection to things that mean a lot to us. Thanks for sharing.
God bless you Luke, you were the best
Nightvisiting song, his last performance before he died.
Beautiful song from a lovely poem about an angel falling in love with a human
That recording is one of the finest I have ever seen. The audience reaction speaks for itself. They have been enchanted. The story behind the poem/song is beautiful. Luke Kelly's performance is magical. I'm sorry you seem to have missed that by talking through out.the equivalent of maybe talking through a MLK speech.
Ireland's greatest son:)
Would you be able to react to the night visiting Song Luke Kelly’s last TV performance in 1983
An interesting point is that Luke actually phrased the third verse wrongly, but the fact that every cover has done the same just proves that Luke is the gold standard. It should actually be:
I gave her gifts of the mind, I gave the secret sign that's KNOWN
To the artists WHO have known the TRUE gods of sound and STONE
That's very interesting. I love this song and didn't know that at all!
@@ruthie2858 Indeed. Firstly, the way he sang it does not naturally span the tune. Secondly, sign does not rhyme with stone. Thirdly, the correct phrasing maintains the internal rhymes of who/true, like hair/snare, ravine/seen and me/hurriedly in the other verses.
@PhilOverKill_47 Sign does not rhyme with stone under any circumstances. The way Luke sang it does not naturally span the tune, because the first line is too short and the second is too long.
@PhilOverKill_47 Poetic license is fair enough, but when you listen to the poem's original phrasing, it is plain to see that the way it was written was correct, as opposed to the way it was sung.
@PhilOverKill_47 There is no 'winning' involved, mate. And don't think for one moment this was a criticism of Luke. It is simply a fact that neither songs nor poetry will sound right if you try to make them flow like a conversation.
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Aw , no offense but ya should know the lyrics to really get the true grasp of how amazing Luke Kelly was.
Have you heard, song for Ireland by Luke ? I guess it’s kinda easier for me, being from Ireland but no reason the whole world can’t enjoy it all the same 😁
I did do Rocky Road To Dublin on August 12th. Now that one is a tough one to catch the lyrics. Impossible even.
Your origin is certainly irish 👍 !
How you hummed along...are you Irish?
I hope it didn't bother you that I hummed along. I've been told many times to stop talking. I even have the nerve to "sing" on occasion. I might have a bit of Irish but not sure. Aren't we all just a little Irish?
u gotta react to christy moore
I plan on it very soon. This morning as a matter of fact.
I am very very fond of Raglan Road as a version of Van Morrison & the Chieftains
Does Van Morrison do a version? I suppose I could look it up myself. If he does I'll do a video of it.
@@JohnCregoWorldMusic ua-cam.com/video/maX8HJU8hek/v-deo.html (on the CD) But there si something wrong with its pitch - it is too high. Than there also is live version on YT, in which Van Morrison plays the drums! Nice to see.
I think I may have found the slower version. Is this the right one? Sounds good to me. ua-cam.com/video/Vbl7a69FDvY/v-deo.html
@@JohnCregoWorldMusic The pitch of the "slower" version is much better.
Your fail was not to listen to what was said and thus been enjoyed, or suffered from the song for a real life emotions.. For that's how life is..
This guy reckeons Luke needs backing singers...yeah right!
He doesn't need them... I just thought it might be a nice addition to help carry the melody along. I've always liked good harmonies. I tend to hear these kinds of musical things in my head as I listen to music. No disrespect to Luke Kelly.
@@JohnCregoWorldMusic Think I speak for most of Ireland when I say that backing harmonies would simply distract from Luke's simple, raw, passionate, rendition of this Kavanagh poem. Fair play to you for highlighting the song.