Im 63 years old . When I was young I never liked Doug's version . I never thought it compared to the Beatles . I loved his version of ever lasting love & still do . One of my brother's said it was better than the Beatles . It wasn't till all that long ago I came to appreciate Doug's version . One of my other brothers had it in his 45s collection . I transfered it to USB . Now all these years later I have come to realise just what a great version it is . RIP Doug ❤😊 Sydney Australia 🦘 4/6/2024
Same age, but I inherited the single of this from my brother when he went off to join the Army in 1970. Always loved it, one of those Beatles covers that eclipse the original.
As much as I love the Beetles, I’ve never liked this song from them! This version is FAR superior! Just my opinion! Just can’t listen to Beetles version!
From the first guitar note...to the song...to the last guitar note.. i had this 45 as a teen and its ingrained in my soul...with Dougs voice...Forever !.. R.I.P. brother.
I am 70 an I still have a 45 of this song. Absolutely loved his voice. What a loss. Don't cry much at all but have a tear in my eye. Gutsy bastard. John.
I have always thought Doug did this better than The Beatles since I first heard it when I was 15. I am now 65. Australia has lost a great talent in Doug Parkinson.
Great Aussie performance from '69. Special thanks to Billy Green's lead guitar playing for In Focus. Gave us great sounds. Who could forget Without You...well someone didn't and took it off the socials! He Wrote the score for Stone too. Now William Greenstreet, the Sax player extraordinaire in the New York USA, since the later 70s. RIP Mr. Parkinson.
RIP Doug Parkinson. Stunning voice, and arguably the finest Aussie afro to go with it. He did a great version back in 1989 of the Guv'ment song from Big River which thrilled the audience and they begged for more. But his quintessential version of Dear Prudence is one of those rare occasions where the cover transcends the Beatles. My friends and I were honoured to see Doug Parkinson perform Dear Prudence live at Sydney Opera House only 18 months ago. What a champion.
So agree. I brought my son up on a steady diet of music - just told him about this version. Doug's voice takes an already brilliant song to a whole new level IMHO.
@@JaneNewAuthor How fantastic for your son to be raised on music. My kids were too ... I reckon it's a gift. There are some who passionately believe nobody can outperform the Beatles, and in most cases that's true. But as many people have commented here, there are some amazing exceptions, including Joe Cocker's version of Little Help From My Friends, Zoot's version of Eleanor Rigby, and Doug Parkinson's Dear Prudence.
Without a doubt the greatest version of any Beatles song ever recorded. Saw Doug perform this song live only 18 months ago. He sang it with all the passion and power of the original. RIP Doug Australia's greatest voice. You will be seriously missed.😔
A voice from my teenage years has passed away. A great voice too and memorable songs too. Vale Doug Parkinson. 'Dear Prudence' is in my head again and the years have dropped away. ♥
A magnificent song , DOUG , I SAW MANY TIMES BERTIES SEBASTIANS , with his great group in focus , saw DDOUG in HOBART a while ago , he didn’t look very well , this is a brilliant song, he is a legend , great voice
Why does this masterpiece have only a few likes. How sad young people today don't have the exposure to the brilliant music of the 60s 70s. So many around who are ardent fans when they have heard and are familiar
If you'd grown up with the original Beetles version a few years b4 this, then coped this in the psychedelic era in Australia, this was happening shit man.😉
This was...is...and always will be the best version of this number ever recorded. This means voice and the entire band is just incredible....we did not know what we had. But by GOD we do now...!!!!
Word Patrick. That we were. Yes he was brilliant. Also axiom. Sorry can't remember name, been persecuted all day with techno trash. Can't even think straight. Gingerman guy
I remember watching Doug on GTK I think it was when I was very young. He scared the hell out of me but his voice mesmerized me at the same time. Another great Aussie talent.
@@peterfraser8075Park-like had real earthy soul. I also think another bloke who had soul was Joe Cocker, sure he used to gargle with gravel and he knocked out she came in through the bathroom window better than the Beatles Patios though was something special
Absolutely, been saying that for years. They are the top 2 Beatles covers no doubt. In fact, I'm here to send my friend, this, and zoot's Eleanor rigby. Imo the third best beatles cover: Elton John Lucy in the sky. Joe cocker help from my friends good.
'......Lithgow N.S.W. late 1960's and this song was the buzz because the town loved 'hard rocking jazz......i am living on the South Cymru coast these days and i just got the word of Doug's passing. To all his family and friends...i'm sorry... shit iv'e got tears in my eyes'''''i had better split...'
VALE DOUG PARKINSON Thank you for the beautiful music you gave us over the years. Very heartbreaking for Australian Music to lose another GREAT. Condolences to your family and loved ones. Rock N Roll heaven what a hell of a band it will be 😢😢😢😢 R.I.P 😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪
The Beatles were greats but this is one of the few covers of their songs that topped the original. Others like Hush (Deep Purple), Eleanor Rigby (Zoot) and "Friends" by the late, great Joe Cocker spring to mind, but not many more. Doug could do anything. Saw him as The Big Bopper in the Buddy Holly Story stage show. The stage wasn't big enough for him. His mike went for a few seconds but you almost couldn't tell his voice is so strong. And vibrant. And soulful. And brilliant.
Doug was a Narrabeen Boys High School student - AKA " the academy for young gentlemen " as our teachers so sarcastically labelled us. Doug was a Collaroy resident that surpassed all our expectations. A truly great voice. 😇
Doug Parkinson's version of this song is better than the one done by the Fab Four - which is the ultimate complement that can be given to any singer!!!!
I feel privileged to say that I got to see and hear Doug sing this, and many of his other songs live. What a fantastic performer and an amazing voice. RIP Doug.
I was so sadden to Wake up this morning to this Very Sad News of you Passing over night. You had a Truly Awesome Voice and always gave 110%. Your songs always take me back to my early Teens and I would be in my Bedroom playing many of your Songs but this was and is my Favourite. I am so sad that I never got the chance to see you perform in Public that Voice of your was 1 in a Million. God only takes the BEST and now you can sing to the Angels with that Awesome Voice of yours. May you R.I.P DP. 16/3/21
Masterpiece video. The guitarist is mesmerising. Stock still, playing his instrument like a snake charmer. Doug a picture of concentration. No posing here. Beautiful photography Masterful all round
WHAT A VOICE! Thank you Doug for sharing your incredible talent with us all for years. Sending my love to your wife and family at this very sad and difficult time. I just hope they find some comfort in knowing that you were loved and admired by MANY.
I was lucky enough to have caught Doug live the last two years he was with us. I didnt really know what to expect, but i was blown away by his show. He never lost his voice or abilty to talk to and entertain a crowd. RIP Doug, the sweetest soul voice in Oz.
Rip Doug Parkinson another sad loss of older Australian music Im so grateful to have heard such an amazing voice "like no other" .....my condolences to his friends and loved ones
Thankyou Doug. The stage lights somehow just wont shine as bright and the world lost a little grit and harmony with his passing. RIP Doug, and again Thank You.
I was about 20 when this song was popular on the radio--I had no idea that it was a Beatles' song. When I heard their version, it sounded so watery and weak, there was no comparison. Of course that's not a reflection on the Beatles' awesomeness!
When I was in yr11 I was lucky enough to have seen Doug Parkinson play Judas in superstar, at the St George Leagues Club. What an amazing experience. Marcia Hines played Mary, but I can't remember who played JC. Doug was amazing. RIP Doug Parkinson
Yeah what a great time it was in Melbourne 1968. The music was really pumping and we didnt care about big name overseas acts at the time. There was so many local world class acts playing around town who cared? I sure didn't.
I was a young kid that had just arrived from Afghanistan back in the late '70s, watching this fellow with a strange Moustache on the TV. That was Doug, bless his heart and soul. Beautifully sung....RIP...I feel so nostalgic for my childhood's Australia and Doug was a part of it.
I was not aware at the time that this version was a Cover,I had only heard this version,when I found out it was a Beatles original it blew me away that this Version was far Superior to the Beatles, For Give Me For Such Words! Now in my 70s I still feel the same way!
Rip Doug, one of the best rock voices not only in Australia but the world. I once walk passed him on exhibition street in Melbourne a couple of years ago, what an imposing presence. This track and other in Focus tracks bring back great childhood memories.for me of the late 60s and early 70s. My sympathies to the family.
Im 63 years old . When I was young I never liked Doug's version . I never thought it compared to the Beatles . I loved his version of ever lasting love & still do . One of my brother's said it was better than the Beatles . It wasn't till all that long ago I came to appreciate Doug's version . One of my other brothers had it in his 45s collection . I transfered it to USB . Now all these years later I have come to realise just what a great version it is . RIP Doug ❤😊 Sydney Australia 🦘 4/6/2024
Same age, but I inherited the single of this from my brother when he went off to join the Army in 1970. Always loved it, one of those Beatles covers that eclipse the original.
As much as I love the Beetles, I’ve never liked this song from them! This version is FAR superior! Just my opinion! Just can’t listen to Beetles version!
@@wendyryder2708 just comes down to taste cheers from Australia 🦘 12/8/2024
From the first guitar note...to the song...to the last guitar note.. i had this 45 as a teen and its ingrained in my soul...with Dougs voice...Forever !.. R.I.P. brother.
I am 70 an I still have a 45 of this song. Absolutely loved his voice. What a loss. Don't cry much at all but have a tear in my eye.
Gutsy bastard. John.
RIP Doug, what a fantastic voice and Australian music legend!
KIWI actually BIT we adopt them ?
OOP s me sorry Aussie.. OOPs me bad
Still no one has come close to this voice
I didn't know he'd gone to Rock 'n' Roll heaven. F 'n' L!
So true sir.
The man sure could sing. RIP Doug Parkinson.
A very sad day for music. RIP Doug Parkinson. One of the greats. Too sad.
Just heard the news that Doug has just passed away tonight. May he Rest In Peace. An Aussie legend in the Music Industry. 😢🙏🙏🙏💐💐💔
R.I.P. What a voice.
What a voice! This was always my favourite version of Dear Prudence.
It's the first one I heard!
doug parkinson and jon english 2 of the most underrated australian performers ever, gone but the music will live on forever thank you
I was so glad that I was able to speak to the great man, just before a gig. He was a gentleman, and he loved his fans. R.I.P Doug.
I have always thought Doug did this better than The Beatles since I first heard it when I was 15.
I am now 65.
Australia has lost a great talent in Doug Parkinson.
that voice only comes once around
The Beatles were tone deaf armatures as far as I'm concerned. and Doug's version is 100% better. I'm 64
Such a talent. This is my favourite song of his. We are losing some mighty talented Aussies lately, just way too said. Keep singing Doug.
Great Aussie performance from '69. Special thanks to Billy Green's lead guitar playing for In Focus. Gave us great sounds. Who could forget Without You...well someone didn't and took it off the socials! He Wrote the score for Stone too. Now William Greenstreet, the Sax player extraordinaire in the New York USA, since the later 70s. RIP Mr. Parkinson.
RIP Doug Parkinson. Stunning voice, and arguably the finest Aussie afro to go with it. He did a great version back in 1989 of the Guv'ment song from Big River which thrilled the audience and they begged for more. But his quintessential version of Dear Prudence is one of those rare occasions where the cover transcends the Beatles. My friends and I were honoured to see Doug Parkinson perform Dear Prudence live at Sydney Opera House only 18 months ago. What a champion.
Transcends the Beatles? .. great version .. but no.
@@7colliemac I appreciate your opinion
there's no doubt that the singing is a lot better than the original
So agree. I brought my son up on a steady diet of music - just told him about this version. Doug's voice takes an already brilliant song to a whole new level IMHO.
@@JaneNewAuthor How fantastic for your son to be raised on music. My kids were too ... I reckon it's a gift. There are some who passionately believe nobody can outperform the Beatles, and in most cases that's true. But as many people have commented here, there are some amazing exceptions, including Joe Cocker's version of Little Help From My Friends, Zoot's version of Eleanor Rigby, and Doug Parkinson's Dear Prudence.
RIP Doug, a beautiful rendition of Dear Prudence, always a great voice!
Without a doubt the greatest version of any Beatles song ever recorded. Saw Doug perform this song live only 18 months ago. He sang it with all the passion and power of the original. RIP Doug Australia's greatest voice. You will be seriously missed.😔
A voice from my teenage years has passed away. A great voice too and memorable songs too. Vale Doug Parkinson. 'Dear Prudence' is in my head again and the years have dropped away. ♥
Ah...Doug Parkinson -- one of the greatest voices of this hemisphere. Sadly underestimated and lost many years ago
A magnificent song , DOUG , I SAW MANY TIMES BERTIES SEBASTIANS , with his great group in focus , saw DDOUG in HOBART a while ago , he didn’t look very well , this is a brilliant song, he is a legend , great voice
Why does this masterpiece have only a few likes. How sad young people today don't have the exposure to the brilliant music of the 60s 70s. So many around who are ardent fans when they have heard and are familiar
Dawn, Don't worry about the knockers, it's us who appreciate real talent that matter.
Yeah, they think Taylor Swift is music.🤣
If you'd grown up with the original Beetles version a few years b4 this, then coped this in the psychedelic era in Australia, this was happening shit man.😉
They just don't get it!!!!!
Because the Beatles do it better.
RIP Doug. You were one of the greatest voices Australia ever produced.
R.I.P. Doug...a legendary voice, lovely bloke and a joy to interview.
This was...is...and always will be the best version of this number ever recorded. This means voice and the entire band is just incredible....we did not know what we had. But by GOD we do now...!!!!
Rest in Peace Mr Parkinson.
You were a true legend.
I haven't heard this for a very long time, I still love it, just loved Doug's voice.
Doug is THE voice in Australia as far as I am concerned.A very special era ..how blessed were we ? ;-)
Word Patrick. That we were. Yes he was brilliant. Also axiom. Sorry can't remember name, been persecuted all day with techno trash. Can't even think straight. Gingerman guy
Dawn Johnson Brian Cadd
We just lost him 😢 RIP Doug x
What a loss Sharon ... very sad day !
For me the definitive version of this beautiful song.
RIP Doug you made this song your own and brought inspiration and joy to many many of us Aussies especially! sad day VALE ...🌹
I remember watching Doug on GTK I think it was when I was very young. He scared the hell out of me but his voice mesmerized me at the same time. Another great Aussie talent.
I normally think covers are great but I really think Doug's version eclipses the Beatles .
Doug has an amazing voice.
Yes...fully agree with you...
You're spot on there, I always thought his rendition was better than the Beatles.
@@peterfraser8075Park-like had real earthy soul.
I also think another bloke who had soul was Joe Cocker, sure he used to gargle with gravel and he knocked out she came in through the bathroom window better than the Beatles
Patios though was something special
He had a better voice than any of the Beatles....or even Mick Jagger, who in my opinion was a horrendous singer .
@@lee-annebarrett366 I think Doug had a fantastic and beautiful voice.
This as well as Zoot's Eleanor Rigby must be 2 of the best Beatles covers, not just by 'Oz bands but by anyone.
Too right mate, also Johnny Farnham's version of Help. Cheers, Rob.
Never was a truer word written Burt
Very true
Yep
Absolutely, been saying that for years. They are the top 2 Beatles covers no doubt. In fact, I'm here to send my friend, this, and zoot's Eleanor rigby. Imo the third best beatles cover: Elton John Lucy in the sky. Joe cocker help from my friends good.
'......Lithgow N.S.W. late 1960's and this song was the buzz because the town loved 'hard rocking jazz......i am living on the South Cymru coast these days and i just got the word of Doug's passing. To all his family and friends...i'm sorry... shit iv'e got tears in my eyes'''''i had better split...'
VALE DOUG PARKINSON
Thank you for the beautiful music you gave us over the years. Very heartbreaking for Australian Music to lose another GREAT.
Condolences to your family and loved ones.
Rock N Roll heaven what a hell of a band it will be 😢😢😢😢
R.I.P 😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪
An Australian national treasure. Thankyou for blessing us with a voice like no other. Memory eternal. Rest easy Doug 🙏
The Beatles were greats but this is one of the few covers of their songs that topped the original.
Others like Hush (Deep Purple), Eleanor Rigby (Zoot) and "Friends" by the late, great Joe Cocker spring to mind, but not many more.
Doug could do anything. Saw him as The Big Bopper in the Buddy Holly Story stage show. The stage wasn't big enough for him. His mike went for a few seconds but you almost couldn't tell his voice is so strong. And vibrant. And soulful. And brilliant.
I enjoy Joe Cocker's version of "Friends" better than the original.
I'd add John Denver's version of Mother Nature's Son to this list - he made it his own.
Hush?
@@juan.orduz.musico hush was joe south, covered by deep purple mk 1
What a voice! This is the definitive version of this song.
Doug was a Narrabeen Boys High School student - AKA " the academy for young gentlemen " as our teachers so sarcastically labelled us.
Doug was a Collaroy resident that surpassed all our expectations. A truly great voice. 😇
Great Aussie voice, brillant version of this beatles tune GO DOUGIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A beautiful song, sung so beautifully. It's one of my all-time favourites.💗
RIP DOUG those parties back in 60.s i still cherish say hi to Jennie up there for me GOD BLESS
Doug Parkinson's version of this song is better than the one done by the Fab Four - which is the ultimate complement that can be given to any singer!!!!
Still can't believe he's gone.. grew up watching Doug in the late 60s in Uptight, then Jappening 70... etc..
One of my favourites when a teenager back in Australia.
an absolute legendary singer and as far as I'm concerned this is the one and only version of this song. RIP
Most underated voice in Aus music..Totally deserves a HELLA lot more recognition 🍻🇦🇺🤙
You are a legend of the Aussie music industry. R.I.P. and much love to your family.
Sad to hear Doug has passed a true gent in the music industry
I feel privileged to say that I got to see and hear Doug sing this, and many of his other songs live. What a fantastic performer and an amazing voice. RIP Doug.
Love Doug’s voice, even to this day. One of Australia’s best vocalists.
What a bloody great song, amazing voice Aussie treasure
Vale, Doug. Extraordinary voice.
What an amazing voice from the very first note! RIP
I was so sadden to Wake up this morning to this Very Sad News of you Passing over night. You had a Truly Awesome Voice and always gave 110%. Your songs always take me back to my early Teens and I would be in my Bedroom playing many of your Songs but this was and is my Favourite. I am so sad that I never got the chance to see you perform in Public that Voice of your was 1 in a Million. God only takes the BEST and now you can sing to the Angels with that Awesome Voice of yours. May you R.I.P DP. 16/3/21
R.I.P. Doug Parkinson....love this rendition.
Only Beatles song I've ever heard done better than the original
Sleep well Doug, we're going to miss you
What about Eleanor Rigby by The Zoot. Another great Aussie band
Elanor Rigby by The Zoot was another imo :)
That's the only other one which comes close...love that too :)
I know the Beatles did this song but I always loved Doug Parkinson singing this, reminds me of the time I lived in Melbourne long time ago
Doug Parkinson was a huge part of an extraordinary era in Australian music. Legendary musician with an amazing voice. RIP 🖤
This is one of my favorite Beatles songs, and I've never heard this cover. It's stellar, what a great voice. I was missing out.
Masterpiece video. The guitarist is mesmerising. Stock still, playing his instrument like a snake charmer. Doug a picture of concentration. No posing here.
Beautiful photography
Masterful all round
Vale Doug Parkinson, So Sorry to hear you've gone. First saw you back in '67. Great voice, brilliant entertainer.
Rest easy Doug, thank you for the music 🎸 🎵 ❤️
Vale Doug 🎶🙏🎶 Love at this sad time to everyone who love you from Mr Billy Thorpe Fan Club members 🙏🎶🙏 such a very sad loss 😢
Heavenly birthday Doug 🎶🙏🎶
Saw him at Brisbane Expo in 1988 on the River Stage. Fantastic act and a great singer.
This brings back memories of my one true love who returned to the UK. He asked me to send him a copy of which he played to all and sundry.
OMG! That voice! A legend on the Australian music scene. Adore Parkinson's cover of 'Dear Prudence 🦋🦋🦋
WHAT A VOICE! Thank you Doug for sharing your incredible talent with us all for years. Sending my love to your wife and family at this very sad and difficult time. I just hope they find some comfort in knowing that you were loved and admired by MANY.
One of the great Beatles covers.
I was lucky enough to have caught Doug live the last two years he was with us. I didnt really know what to expect, but i was blown away by his show. He never lost his voice or abilty to talk to and entertain a crowd. RIP Doug, the sweetest soul voice in Oz.
Grew up with this version..thanks doug for introducing me to the Beatles
Rip Doug Parkinson another sad loss of older Australian music Im so grateful to have heard such an amazing voice "like no other" .....my condolences to his friends and loved ones
Thankyou Doug. The stage lights somehow just wont shine as bright and the world lost a little grit and harmony with his passing. RIP Doug, and again Thank You.
RIP Doug. Remember this so well from 1969
Doug did the Absolute Best version of this song.
A special performer!!!!
I was about 20 when this song was popular on the radio--I had no idea that it was a Beatles' song. When I heard their version, it sounded so watery and weak, there was no comparison.
Of course that's not a reflection on the Beatles' awesomeness!
R.I.P Doug...u were a great man.
Vale Doug Parkinson. You rocked.
When I was in yr11 I was lucky enough to have seen Doug Parkinson play Judas in superstar, at the St George Leagues Club. What an amazing experience. Marcia Hines played Mary, but I can't remember who played JC. Doug was amazing.
RIP Doug Parkinson
Trevor White played Jesus in the original first Australian version and also in the club version.
Should have 25 million views 🇦🇺
Yeah what a great time it was in Melbourne 1968. The music was really pumping and we didnt care about big name overseas acts at the time. There was so many local world class acts playing around town who cared? I sure didn't.
I was a young kid that had just arrived from Afghanistan back in the late '70s, watching this fellow with a strange Moustache on the TV. That was Doug, bless his heart and soul. Beautifully sung....RIP...I feel so nostalgic for my childhood's Australia and Doug was a part of it.
Fantastic memories given me by this extraordinary man. Thanks man👍✌️Peace.
Best rendition of this song bar NONE!
So it is.
So sad to hear of his passing. So loved his music. Dear Prudence was one of my favourites in the 70s. RIP
One of the best songs ever recorded by an Aussie band. Vale Doug Parkinson.
Absolutely love this rendition of a magnificent song,
I was not aware at the time that this version was a Cover,I had only heard this version,when I found out it was a Beatles original it blew me away that this Version was far Superior to the Beatles, For Give Me For Such Words! Now in my 70s I still feel the same way!
Brilliant........always brings back memories of '69.
DOUG PARKINSON AND "DEAR PRUDENCE" - SIMPLY THE BEST. WHAT A TALENT. SO MANY GENUINE AUSSIE LEGENDS FROM THAT ERA.
RIP Doug Parkinson.. What a wonderful instrument his deep, raspy voice was! We were blessed you have left us that great legacy
So sad that I'll never get to hear Doug sing live again. Doug's soulful interpretation of songs always lifted my spirits. RIP Doug.
What a great cover by a exceptional vocalist. ❤❤❤❤
Nothing like the 70s, great time great music. Doug one of the best.
His version of Dear Prudence was the best ever recorded IMHO...much better than even the Beatles
RIP man. Thanks for a lifetime of beautiful music.
R.I.P Doug Parkinson . And another piece of history from my life has gone , thank God for memory !
The greatest version eva. RIP Doug.
RIP Doug, you will be sorely missed
Rest In Peace Doug. An Australian music legend. Fly high with the music legend Angels. 🥲❤️
Rip Doug, one of the best rock voices not only in Australia but the world. I once walk passed him on exhibition street in Melbourne a couple of years ago, what an imposing presence. This track and other in Focus tracks bring back great childhood memories.for me of the late 60s and early 70s. My sympathies to the family.
RIP Doug - thanks for the music over the past 50 years
There will never be another 70s or 80s