John McDermott- The Old Man (LIVE)

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10 жыл бұрын

John McDermott The Old Man (LIVE) "The Irish Tenors Live from Dublin" DVD (1998) click "Show more" to see lyrics.
Lyrics:
The tears have all been she'd now, we've said our last goodbye
His souls been blessed, he's laid to rest and it's now I feel alone
He was more than just a father, a teacher my best friend
He can still be heard in the tunes we shared when we play them on our own
I never will forget him, for he made me what I am
Though he may be gone, memory lingers on
And I miss him, the old man
As a boy he'd take me walking by mountain field and stream
And he'd show me things not known to kings, in secret between him and me
Like the colors of the pheasant as he rises in the dawn
And how to fish, and make a wish beside the holly tree
I never will forget him, for he made me what I am
Though he may be gone, memory lingers on
And I miss him, the old man
I thought he'd live forever, he seemed so big and strong
But the minutes fly and the years roll by for a father and a son
And suddenly when it happened, there was so much left unsaid
No second chance to tell him thanks for everything he's done
I never will forget him, for he made me what I am
Though he may be gone, memory lingers on
And I miss him, the old man

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@marcusbland4068 8 жыл бұрын

My Dad died last week and we played this song at his grave side ,every word rang true to me ,love you dad keep a place next to you for me when we meet again.

@brendandepaor7757 5 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss Marcus..R.I.P I fell the very same about my father

@georgefleming4956 2 жыл бұрын

If this song brings a tear to your eyes, count yourself lucky. You had a good ‘Ol Man.

@W3BBDJ 3 жыл бұрын

Today was my grandads funeral. He requested this song be played at the end of his service. This song will stay with me forever. RIP Grandad. x

@magsd830 Жыл бұрын

From what I recall about John McDermott's loss of his father... he passed right before this concert. It was a heartbreaking performance 💔 ...

@johnmooney5223 Жыл бұрын

Lost my father this past April. He was a great dad and I miss him and my mom terribly. Thanks John for honoring all old men!

@DaveS0035 5 жыл бұрын

27 years ago today my Dad passed away. So much left unsaid. Wish I could go back.

@whoopsydaisy6389 Жыл бұрын

My friend just lost her dad a few days ago. I'm here because she told me he used to sing it often. Condolences to you all.

@kevinlyons6938 3 жыл бұрын

My Dad passed away in 2093 in my arms from an aortic aneurysm. I play this every morning and night. Great man. Dropped out of school in the 9th grade. Could not read or write. Started a small business in 1957 on the Philadelphia waterfront. Supported his entire family and the business just sold for 3 billion dollars. Great "Old Man". Miss you Dad

@silviastraffi3374 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect for my father. He passed away 29 years ago. I miss him a lot. ❤️😢

@colleensayers 3 жыл бұрын

50 yrs dad,think of u every day..

@user-er9km6ff7p 7 ай бұрын

And I miss him , the old man.

@lanahurt1 4 жыл бұрын

I saw John sing this live on stage and never forgot the way he sang it,,, It reminded me so much of my dad.. everyone was sniffing and wiping tears.. I listen to John music for hours last night.. He is the best!

@DavidThomas-xf8ms Жыл бұрын

Just great

@stravinsky1300 Жыл бұрын

I saw the Irish Tenors in concert a few months ago, and Ronan Tynan sang this song. He did a very good job with it (the lady sitting next to me, who'd never heard it before, was in tears), but for me, John's version is better, because it feels so much more intimate and personal.

@JaneeceFromMontana 2 жыл бұрын

We played this song at my Dad's funeral. There wasn't a dry eye in the house. To this day, 15 years later, it still makes me cry. Thank you from the O'Rourke Family.

@t.j.c.ramsey9720 9 жыл бұрын

If there was ever a Father's Anthem, this should be it.

@boydweir6026 7 жыл бұрын

i lost my dad last night

@josephnewton8695 3 жыл бұрын

I lost mine on 12-05-72 and still miss him. I have yet to hear anything that John has not done beautifully. I think it reflects not only his talent but beauty in his soul.

@irishmike3514 5 жыл бұрын

We buried our Dad today and I could only think of this beautiful song. He was 89 and lived a long and wonderful life and we will miss him.

@donnawaterman3755 4 жыл бұрын

I listen to this song every day, at least once. It not only speaks volumes, but indeed it is a Father's Anthem. Such a wonderful tribute.

@patrickflohe7427 Жыл бұрын

My dear old dad died in 2014, and a friend from my Air Force days sent this to me. I still cry every time I hear it. I never will forget him, for he made me what I am. Though he may be gone, memory lingers on, and I miss him, my old man.

@megangonzales9714 8 жыл бұрын

I don't want to lose my Dad. Old people are PRECIOUS!

@tessiefarrugia5366 8 жыл бұрын

I lost my dad 18 years ago and this song still makes me cry!!!!

@rynoeffenberger4668 3 жыл бұрын

O how I miss my father . Thanks John for such a beautiful song.

@ShyMoonheart 9 жыл бұрын

I have seen John with the tenors and many more times solo. No matter how many times, when he sings the Old Man, you can hear a pin drop except for the sniffling sounds of everyone crying. The feeling he puts into this song is unbelieveable. John sings straight from his heart.

@mrsibv 3 жыл бұрын

Just the best

@karenguiden6685 2 жыл бұрын

just love this song "the old man" it always brings my dear Dad back to life as he was only 55 when he died & it says everything i feel about him "how I miss him my old man!" ❤❤❤ xxx

@ShyMoonheart 2 жыл бұрын

@@karenguiden6685 So very sorry for the loss of your Dad at such a young age. My Mom died at only 52 so I completely know how much pain and grief is in your heart. The best thing about music is that it can help ease the pain somewhat and light up all the memories that live on in your heart for that missing loved one. John's renditions of The Old Man are by far the best. His whole heart is in the song and you can hear it in his voice and see it on his face. God's blessings to you and your family. May only good things come to all of you!

@cecelawlor4862 4 жыл бұрын

my dad died in his own home this past april.. i truly thought he would live forever.. i did. my mom died 2 years ago.. my dad went to bed and never woke up.. 89. good for him not me.. or the other 5 of us.. i love this song.. means so much. my dad was a good strong man.. who took care of us.. my mom and his mom as well.. glad he went in peace .. although i want to talk to him. lol ..

@larryloverde1629 5 жыл бұрын

I am not Irish but I enjoy the music. This song as well as Danny BOY are 2 of my favorites. He sings this song from his heart and soul unfortunately to many singers today don't do that. I lost my dad back in 84. This performance brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. Honestly I don't know how he gets through it with out , I know I wouldn't. Miss you Dad.

@billhuber2964 6 жыл бұрын

This make think about my dad. Those darn onions !

@robertdavis1255 Жыл бұрын

Thanks John for sharing your music....I am 79yrs old & have just learnt to play with guitar & sing (Not as good as your voice) but I just love the words & feeling of the song...I still miss my father even though he passed away many years ago... cheers from Australia 😀

@pathacker4963 Жыл бұрын

Love this song! Makes me cry each time.

@youngpeg 5 жыл бұрын

Well done John I remember your old man well when youse lived in Willowdale, Peter would have been so proud of you!

@dug-hs1ub 8 жыл бұрын

I never knew how much I loved my dad till he was gone.

@robertcarey8237 4 жыл бұрын

So sad but true

@johnfitzpatrick2532 3 жыл бұрын

robert carey so true

@stephenmcnally6945 3 жыл бұрын

Love this rendition by John. Lost my dad 18 years ago when I was 50.Still miss him to this day. Song still brings memories and tears. X

@cecelawlor4862 Жыл бұрын

still wondering if anyone knows what happened to his own dad??? I lost my dad suddenly i miss him so i love this song so much i miss my dad so much. i want to know what happened to johns dad or did he make this up? i thought my dad would live forever also. but he did not. he died peacefully in his sleep. Guess that is good.

@Tenormic3 Жыл бұрын

@Cece Lawlor Sorry for your loss. John's father had passed recently before this concert which was in '98. He also lost his Mother in 2000.

@cecelawlor4862 Жыл бұрын

@@Tenormic3 thanks!! for the info!!

@libbyclark1360 4 жыл бұрын

This song captures the beautiful relationship that can develop between a father and son. I have witnessed one just like this where a father and son grew together. The son left to grieve is someone I admire as much as the father who was his mentor.

@kev11467 7 жыл бұрын

Lost my Dad a few weeks ago. Just found out he cried when saw this live in concert. I totally get it. Brokenhearted.

@paulabowen6077 Жыл бұрын

Daddy you shall always be in my heart and I will always beyourr little gjrl and it's thanks to John that I feel so close to you every time he sings it R.I.P. DICKY

@65minimom 6 жыл бұрын

John brought me to tears with this song. My dad died 40 years ago when I was 16 & still miss him. He had a beautiful Irish tenor voice so I grew up with Ireland in my heart.

@Isabuild 3 жыл бұрын

Who didn’t cry during this, it really puts into perspective what’s important in ones life, don’t waste what precious time we have with our old man (dad) cherish the less moments and to those who have lost there old man cherish the memories and the good times don’t be sad yes it’s hard not to but don’t look back or else you’ll miss the future ❤️

@taekim5778 7 жыл бұрын

My girlfriend suggested me this video to me today... The voice and the message echoed through my heart and soul. I will never forget him who taught me how to live. He was my great teacher, my friend and who was my "old man". I love you and one day I could see you up in heaven. I love you old man.

@dylansheridan2055 7 жыл бұрын

My grandad passed away this weekend, my mother chose this song. So beautiful, spine tingling.

@LadyVelvet100 Ай бұрын

He is simply the best

@rebekaho3992 7 жыл бұрын

I remember my grandfather who was a faithful servant for the Lord. As listening to this music, I thought of him and how he served Him and walked faithfully to follow Him for his whole life. I miss him much. I have joy in Christ because He promised us an eternal life in heaven. I am thankful and looking forward to see my grandfather up in heaven.

@alanzhang7272 7 жыл бұрын

You will. God bless

@paddykennedy3181 6 жыл бұрын

You sure will in the name of the Lord jesus Christ amen

@fritula6200 6 жыл бұрын

Rebekah O ...God bless you Rebekkah and your loved ones who have passed .

@patriciawillnevergettiredo8711 7 жыл бұрын

I will never get tired of hearing John singing this song. God bless you .

@georgemelvin880 Жыл бұрын

Smiles, hello Patricia 🌺 😊

@micktough2868 2 жыл бұрын

I lost my dad on 06th June 21 . My dad was and still is the best dad in the world . I miss him so very much . This song says it all . God bless dad I will see you again on the otherside . Your son mick . Love you forever dad . Xx

@ritaroquetto5658 3 жыл бұрын

Today is Daddy's Day and I don't have may dear father here anymore. So I listen to this song and I cry because a miss him, my Old Man.

@arthurmchugh5184 6 жыл бұрын

This music makes me glad that I am Irish 😎🎶🎶🍻

@williamwoodmanirishtenors8660 6 жыл бұрын

Heard this at a concert 1 month before my father died and I play it often to re-connect with my olde man.....such a beautiful story.

@alanzhang7272 7 жыл бұрын

Straight to heart. Let's tell our old men we love them.

@johnlynch2424 4 жыл бұрын

In memory of my Godfather and uncle, rest in peace 🙏 🙏

@Crooner-ds9sy 7 жыл бұрын

This was the song that was sung at my grandfather's service. May his soul be at rest.

@SheilaD222 9 жыл бұрын

For my Irish father who passed away in January. This was one of his favorite songs.

@johnmchugh4202 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a year tomorrow that my dad is gone. Some days it seems like 10 years ago, other days it feels like yesterday.

@marionwatson4688 2 жыл бұрын

It break my heart to listen to john singing it takes me back 😭😭

@nicolelucero2261 3 жыл бұрын

Rip grandpa always and forever my old man 💞😭

@christinamiller1323 7 жыл бұрын

Remembering my Father who has been dead for 25 years this past January. I can still picture my Father sitting in the Wheelchair at the Nursing Facility I think waiting for my Mother and me to visit!

@rosaleenkelly4539 5 ай бұрын

My Old Man was called John McDermott. I miss him❤

@silviastraffi3374 7 жыл бұрын

dedicated to my father. I miss you a lot daddy. wherever you are l am sure you are good.

@libbyclark1360 4 жыл бұрын

WRC 1935-2018. We all miss you.

@barryrappaport4642 4 жыл бұрын

An outstanding voice

@rodsmyth9735 8 жыл бұрын

Never stops helping me to remember Dad, thanks.

@dennisgriffin1874 7 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful song, touches my soul every time I listen to it--simply beautiful.

@scottmurray2776 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful song.

@lm3707 4 жыл бұрын

R.I.P Da, love ya 🙏❤🕊

@cecelawlor4862 3 жыл бұрын

my heart breaks every time i hear this. my dad passed 2019 april 15 i was to go to lunch. he never woke up.. i was his baby girl.. i had already lost my mom.. i am still heart broken.. he help raise my girls.. great way for him to go.. but i so want him to yes i am a baby his baby.. i love my oldest brother who has had to carry on the estate.. and did a great job with the euology.. my dad served his country.. and took care of his family my mom his mom et al. i miss him so much.. i want to call him in heaven.. this song makes me cry and smile.. lovely

@234JUDI 9 жыл бұрын

Heard this for the first time today at a funeral mass.Absolutely beautiful !!

@marinamostert6870 8 ай бұрын

So happy to see you

@alastairjinks6966 9 ай бұрын

So beautiful

@douggoines 9 жыл бұрын

while my father is still alive he is getting up there in age, 76 now, but this song brings a tear to my eye every time I hear it. beautiful and haunting at the same time.

@kevm6607 6 жыл бұрын

tell him while he's still alive. before it's too late. Take it before it's too late xx

@vincentwenberg7630 6 жыл бұрын

DG Outdoors old movie

@leroylancaster7739 5 жыл бұрын

18 year this Labor Day my father laid down to rest be lunch, my mother went to the garden came back and fixed lunch, went to wake my dad called him by name touching his foot knowing at that second he had passed away. I was out of the country could not even make it back to Grasmere BC,Canada for the funeral, I miss “The Old Man” still, Love ya Dad !! This song was played at his funeral.

@KILTMAKERMAISIE 10 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful song...had me in tears...miss my Dad terribly ;-0 x

@jaenetvroegh7569 10 жыл бұрын

Beautifull May I think of you know.

@joykahn1147 9 жыл бұрын

I heard that he lost his father a few weeks before this performance and that the cane and hat belonged to his father...I love his voice

@DermottStudio 9 жыл бұрын

The cane and the hats belong to his father, and the scarves belong to his mother. Very sweet.

@davemck2019 2 жыл бұрын

That's why he has made this song his own. No one else can sing it with the real passion that he does.

@DavidThomas-xf8ms Жыл бұрын

A nice voice so wonderfull lmust buy his records

@moxnix2001 7 жыл бұрын

This beautiful song was played at my brother in laws' funeral. Simon McNamee was an Irishman from Armagh in County Armagh. Quite an IRISHMAN! MISS HIM SO MUCH.

@kevinsutton3861 2 жыл бұрын

If there are any Sons or Daughters out there looking at this comment. FATHERS are special. All the times spent together all the memories there is such a loss when there gone. You remember things that happen with your own kids. And smile remembering this is what happened with my Dad my Father passed on my birthday its a real tough day, 13 years later to this day. Also the same goes for Moms out there as well. Always remember Moms or Dads you have only 1 or both and when it happens if feels like getting hit by a car 🚗 surviving and then getting hit again with a train and surviving . Make every day special make as many memorys as you can Trust me on this

@kevinlyons6938 2 жыл бұрын

I can't stop 😭 crying for my father.

@gerrytremblett2626 5 жыл бұрын

Great song and I had the privilege of meeting John.

@frederickpledge7214 2 жыл бұрын

It's my dad's birthday today and this brings back such great memories even with a tear or two.

@brachamandelbaum6339 4 жыл бұрын

thank you, John McDermott More please.

@gailgrimm1278 10 жыл бұрын

I had the pleasure of meeting John McDermott a few od years ago. What a pleasant and warm man.

@DermottStudio 10 жыл бұрын

I got to meet him too up in Rochester NY, I live in NJ so it was a long trip... but definitely worth it. I shook his hand and got a picture and talked to him for a while, one of the nicest person I have ever met.

@carpetp22 9 жыл бұрын

Gail Grimm You can tell he has a lot of heart. He is good at singing with emotion.

@wharfrock 9 жыл бұрын

I listen to this song every change I get... however I lost my father when I was only 17...and I have brothers... I wish you could find a song as beautiful...(for a daughter)...I adore your voice so much!

@DermottStudio 9 жыл бұрын

David Clattenburg May I suggest searching for "Daughter of Mine (John McDermott)", Its not on my channel, but I am more than positive its on youtube. And I am not John McDermott, just a fan :)

@stevenpower6871 8 жыл бұрын

hi david sorry to hear bout loss of your father, , search jimmy buckley on your wedding day ,

@65minimom 6 жыл бұрын

David Clattenburg - I hear ya, I was only 16 & now my brothers are gone too. Cherish your memories, tears heal

@rogerduckwall4146 7 жыл бұрын

This was played at my dad's funeral. Such a beautiful song. As my father was such a beautiful person.

@neotower420 2 жыл бұрын

Spirit, our journey through life.

@georgefleming4956 2 жыл бұрын

Tears and more tears. I miss you ‘Ol man.

@lyndafayesmusic 5 жыл бұрын

This is the most beautiful song, delivered with such clarity and sincerity--the color of the pheasant as he rises in the gong, (? the gong?) ,how to fish, and make a wish...Always reminded me of MY Uncle-as My Uncle and Aunt made ME what I am....but as a writer, needing SINGERS to sing my songs, I HEAR AND SEE THIS IS THE BEST LIFE HAS TO OFFER- unfortunately, it's about "death", but in death we are prepared to see it as just a "transfer "to Heaven! Right? The $$ producers$$$ made John McDermott perform this same song several more " attempts' and NONE have topped this original one-

@stephenmacgillivray7109 3 жыл бұрын

Saw him with my old man and father in law

@silviastraffi5199 2 жыл бұрын

Dedicated to my great Dad.He is die 30 years ago but it seems happened yesterday.

@seankinvarra1123 5 жыл бұрын

30secs into this song I've had to stop. Brought tears to my eyes. RIP dad, YNWA.

@davidbyrne3455 7 жыл бұрын

I lost my father when I was 15 yrs old I'm now 44 and this song is my favourite. Dad I never will forget you 😢

@libbyclark1360 4 жыл бұрын

May my son never forget how great his father was and how much he loved his boys...even the ones he buried.

@charlesmargaret1 6 жыл бұрын

This song always makes me cry lost my father 16 years ago today miss you daddy think of you every day

@orrelwines9674 6 жыл бұрын

My grandad loved this song

@golfnut1982 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this...Five years today now for my dad.

@alesiawilson8316 5 жыл бұрын

He sings so good!!!!!! 👌

@hollielarkin7718 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lovely song and my name is hollie i sang this on my own to my grandpa frunial

@cccryan 8 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of my father so much!

@maegatineau6582 10 жыл бұрын

God i love this man,s voice and this song

@DermottStudio 9 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@nualamurphy8850 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful song

@yendraharuka7396 8 жыл бұрын

My grandfather always sang thus song and I will always know that when I hear it I think if him... Thank you

@intellect1945 2 жыл бұрын

Class act

@catherinemcnally5372 8 жыл бұрын

This would be for my Grandfather who passed a while ago.Grandaxo

@margaretohara7250 4 жыл бұрын

So beautiful.

@georgemelvin880 Жыл бұрын

Smiles, absolutely beautiful Margaret, feels really great listening, how are you doing? 🌺 😊

@taylor-gq4rg 7 ай бұрын

John McDermott... The tenors are never the same without him. Some say he has nothing but a pub voice, and that he is not up to his full potential. The latter part may be true, and there may be truth to him having a pub vocal style, but The Irish tenors will never be the same without his rich character.