Having been lucky enough to visit Australia a couple of times now I know exactly why the people there are so proud of their country.

@scottlewisparsons9551

Жыл бұрын

I am lucky enough to live in Australia. I moved here from New Zealand in 1988 and have grown to love the place. I am now an Australian citizen, so I can have the best of both countries.

@kerricappy4890

Жыл бұрын

​@@scottlewisparsons9551 I feel like New Zealanders & Australians are so close we could cross the barriers between almost being one people anyway.

@SoggyToast506

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad to be born Australian, I love my country and proud of it..

I'm an Aussie and all of these various "I still call Australia home" videos bring a tear to my eye. Proud to be an Aussie 😊

@1981CMT

Жыл бұрын

Same!! Always makes me cry!

@kkelly7313

Жыл бұрын

Cry everytime, lol

@sharon-anngerman9805

Жыл бұрын

Yes I have to agree but the Steve Erwin memorial day with John Williamson singing true blue. I still to this day cry when ever I see it. I still miss him. 🙏🕊️🇦🇺

@sharon-anngerman9805

Жыл бұрын

You must check out Kevin bloody Wilson You will laugh your ass off. Very rude, crude and so funny. Aussie classic 😂😂😂👍🕊️🇦🇺

@stevewilson8752

Жыл бұрын

Yes Linda im the same hey ! Makes me feel proud to be Australian 🇦🇺🏄‍♂️🍺👍

As an Aussie this give me goosebumps EVERY SINGLE TIME

@nattychick73

Жыл бұрын

Me too!

@Amandicure21

Жыл бұрын

Me also! The original advert (90s? 00s?) was breathtaking with the children's choir and the astounding scenery backdrops... but this revamp really hits the feels post covid!

@elanhunter310

Жыл бұрын

Men at Work Land Down Under makes me cry EVERYTIME I’m away from Oz

@matthall113

Жыл бұрын

💯💯💯

@drummergirl121

Жыл бұрын

Same here! Goosebumps every time. I love my country ❤️

This isn't just an advert for a plane ride ... THIS IS AUSTRALIA🇦🇺❣️💪

I am Australian by The Seekers is a beautiful song. It could be their national anthem. Well worth a listen Joel 🎶

@Mr4dspecs

Жыл бұрын

I second that! Here’s the full version The Seekers did a few years ago. kzread.info/dash/bejne/faaAtsdqj5zgo9I.html Rest in peace to our beautiful Judith Durham whom we lost earlier this year. Her voice was one of a kind!

@grandmothergoose

Жыл бұрын

@@Mr4dspecs I third this!

@Quinctili

Жыл бұрын

Recommended by people who don't know what a National Anthem is.

@grandmothergoose

Жыл бұрын

@@Quinctili Granted, it would need to be altered a little to be our national anthem, but when you look around the world at all the different anthems of different countries, there's a huge wide variety and many are indeed just a song that represents what the country and culture is about, and the songs vary greatly in style. Ideal would be verses 1, 2, 3, lumped together without a break between them, then the chorus, and leave out the rest of it. But it certainly could be a national anthem for Australia if done right.

@Quinctili

Жыл бұрын

@@grandmothergoose so if it was different it could be used? We actually have what is probably the strongest National Anthem in the world.

I Still Call Australia Home is a song written and recorded by Peter Allen [who's life story inspired the musical "The Boy From Oz"]. QANTAS has used the song in their advertising campaigns. It is considered an unofficial national anthem. Appearing here are: Kylie Minogue, Troye Sivan, Hugh Jackman [who starred in "The Boy From Oz" on broadway], Ash Barty and Adam Goodes.

@krpurple2678

Жыл бұрын

Peter Allen was Liza Minnelli's first husband in the late 1960's

@dave.p153

Жыл бұрын

I think this version is pathetic the original Qantas ad was the one

@__SummerRose

Жыл бұрын

Yes exactly, all that Australian talent on display..so proud to be an Aussie 🇦🇺💖

@monique8641

Жыл бұрын

@@dave.p153 This version is recent - it features Ash Barty. It was made post COVID to get tourists back to Australia.

@sg3596

Жыл бұрын

so what's your point?

The children situated at Longreach is where QANTAS was founded in 1920, and I believe this is the most beautifully produced ad ever created. I may be wrong, but that's my belief. Cheers, mate.

My nephew left England for Australia in his late 20s. He loves it there. Sadly his mum, my sister was killed by hit and run driver and having to tell him on the phone was hard. He came back to Bolton for the funeral and stayed a while. He has returned to Australia and I think he will stay there. He has been back to England since to visit but his life now is on the other side of the world. It is hard being so far away from a loved one but he has made a life there now. I miss him so much, thank goodness for facetime.

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

That’s so sad I’m really sorry for your loss.

@markwolstenholme3354

Жыл бұрын

@@Dr_KAP Thankyou. He's happy, that's important.

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

@@markwolstenholme3354 yes indeed x

@adrianross8383

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for your unbearable sadness. Come to Australia and visit some time.

@markwolstenholme3354

Жыл бұрын

@@adrianross8383 Thanks for your kind words. My nephew is going to try and visit more often as he is now an uncle himself 🙂. I can't visit Australia unfortunately. (Health).

Beautiful..love Hugh Jackman...the children's choirs were gorgeous...I'm British but feel a strong bond with Australiam, they share our sense of humour and like a good swear..lol

@dave.p153

Жыл бұрын

I think the original was was better

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

We love you too

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

bloody oath... God bless our dear dear King Charlie

Lots of bands and singers to listen to - AC/DC, INXS, Cold Chisel, the Angels, Little River Band, The Teskey Brothers, John Farhnam, The Divinyls, Baby Animals, The Veronicas, the Little River Band, Jimmy Barnes, Diesel, Guy Sebastian, Delta Goodrem, Jessica Mauboy, Men at Work - countless more couldn't possibly name them all

Haven’t lived in Australia since 1980 (yep, I’m old) but visit regularly to see family & friends. This video always pulls at my heartstrings…. pure patriotic blubbering . Thanks JP….

This song will have any Australia with tears in their eyes. Went to a Bette Midler concert in Sydney where after paying Tribute to Peter Allen (the Singer and Song writer) she sang this song. That bitch knew she would have everyone at the concert fully welted up. WOW. What a memory.

This is an advert for Qantas airways and has been around for many years with different versions, another good anthem that depicts Australia is a song called Great Southern Land by a group called Icehouse, you’ll enjoy that one.

@monique8641

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I Still Call Australia Home can't be considered an anthem. You have to be able to march into sporting occasions etc to the anthem, so it needs to be in 4/4 time. I Still Call Australia Home is in 3/4 (waltz) time and can't be marched to. Great Southern Land is a bit of a dirge.

@shaneplunkett7227

Жыл бұрын

@@monique8641 lol your too funny

Yep as others have said, is another incredible TV commercial for our major national international airline QANTAS. The indigenous lady at the start of the commercial represents the oldest continuing living culture in the entire world - over 65,000 years. The message is that everywhere is far from Australia and while we as a people love to travel, not matter where we go, we still call Australia home :) I've been all over the world. The US many times, Europe, China etc...but when you see a Qantas tail at the airport, you see that kangaroo on that red plane tail, it often makes you feel instantly homesick and I've even teared up. Love your channel - Keep up the great work! Craig

Even tho this is an Qantas airline advertisement when an Aussie hears this ( either home or afar ) they still gets that amazing feeling of pride.

I’m not an overly patriotic Aussie but even I shed a tear of pride when I watched this for the first time before work one day. I do consider myself very lucky to have been born in this country.

@TheKillerqueen40

Жыл бұрын

Same here. And this version is beautifully sung too.

@vickidip

2 ай бұрын

Ok so I was a bit miffed about you not being patriotic but knowing you know how lucky and blessed we are saved you. We all express ourselves differently and you reminded me not to judge others and their words. Thank you

Seen this a few times chokes me up each time. More Brits emigrate to Australia than any other country I think. I emigrated in 1988. Got married there & our 1st born was born in Oz. I couldn’t settle. My family did I couldn’t. I lived there just over a year. Beautiful country. I ended up coming home to the UK. But I still have family there. It will always have a special place in my heart. Xx

@carriebizz

Жыл бұрын

Actually these days the UK is number 3, mostly it's Chinese, Indian and other Asian countries. New Zealanders and Americans are also up there too.

@MrsLynB

Жыл бұрын

@@carriebizz yes I think Brits did a lot of emigration in the 79s & 80s more than now x

@sg3596

Жыл бұрын

bloody hell, another pom in the joint. LOL welcome.

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

just dropped a tear or two reading your note. you take care. and God bless

New Zealand please Joel. It is down in the same part of the world, yet it is so different to Australia. So when you finish with Australia, I would love to see some New Zealand videos. Perhaps the most quintessential Australian song is "Down Under" by Men At Work. Great tune and interesting lyrics!

@judileeming1589

Жыл бұрын

I just have to add that I am in my 70’s and have always believed that the US influenced our music, but the depth of the Australian music scene was enhanced to another level from the UK and NZ talent that grew up and turned up here in Australia 👏👏👏

@urquhart43

Жыл бұрын

Or Great Southern Land by Icehouse and amongst all the others named.. the only Australian born artist

Bands and singers you need to hear are Cold Chisel, Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham, Jessica Mauboy, Delta Goodram amongst numerous other artists.

@Bellas1717

Жыл бұрын

Yes, and Guy Sebastian: Standing With You, Believer, Choir...

Thank you for the respect for the video you watched, there is quite a background story to it, with snippets in the other comments. You just opened a door very wide asking for Aussie music talent: Australia has some of the most amazing hidden singers and bands. Starting point could be with John Farnham. He is our favourite son who has been our much-loved king of music, performing with no loss of range or power from the age of 18 until a surgery this year at 73. He has an amazing range, unique vocals, incredible stage presence, performs better live and never misses a note. You will recognise some of the songs he has written and performed on movie soundtracks (You're the Voice), a Beatles cover (Help) he made entirely his own, but there are many other amazing songs he has written that you will not have heard. He has sung with Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Olivia Newton John (a very close friend), Celine Dion...Robbie Williams recently sang one of John's songs and dedicated it to his recovery. Any song from the 1980s concert with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is just amazing to view.

@sg3596

Жыл бұрын

John Farnham..Sadie..spare me.If you want Aussie talent how about Linda and Vikka, Lobby Lloyd, Masters Apprentices, Rose Tatoo not some wimpy voice thanks.

@Bellas1717

Жыл бұрын

@@sg3596 Wow, bit out of touch. Sadie was 60 years ago - I don't think too many of us would like to be solely judged on our first performance in our first job. John has an extensive vocal range, A2 to G5, immense power, and gives an impeccable performance every time, whether singing ballads, rock, opera or musical theatre. John is the only Aussie to have a #1 record in five consecutive decades. Whispering Jack went 24x platinum and is the second-highest album sold in Australia by any artist (Meatloaf #1). Someone with a wimpy voice would not be the first singer approached by Queen to replace Freddie Mercury. Listen to Black Dog, a recording of his sound check, some time. You can say you don't like his music, but calling his voice 'wimpy' is just way off.

@sg3596

Жыл бұрын

@@Bellas1717 nah..just a wimpy voice. And I don''t like his music if it can be called that.

@Gamesta100

Жыл бұрын

@@sg3596 I'd love to know what music you listen to if you think his music or voice is bad.

@sg3596

Жыл бұрын

@@Gamesta100 Does not matter what I listen to, my original comment stands. His voice is not bad, it is pathetic.

You mentioned checking out some Aussie music, you won’t be sorry if you look at John Farnham singing with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Highly recommend the songs Help or The Voice, both are absolutely fantastic.

I was overseas when this song was on the radio. Being an Aussie the tears flowed.

Jimmy barnes and john farnham When Something is Wrong woth my baby...live version is awesome...two aussie legends...loving these reactions :)

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

I second this. Please do the live version from Hey Hey it’s Saturday tv show. You won’t be disappointed these are our two greatest singing legends!

@gailm254

Жыл бұрын

Yes please

@urquhart43

Жыл бұрын

Two Aussie legends not born in Australia..

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

@@urquhart43 what’s your point? I know many Australians not born in Australia.

@urquhart43

Жыл бұрын

@@Dr_KAP Must there be a point... For arguments sake.. you already understand my point.. so no point in making your point is there

All I can say is that Australia was a fantastic place to visit. So much to see and do along with really friendly locals. My biggest regret was not taking advantage of the working student visa scheme when I was younger. A great way to see the real Australia, earn some money along the way and it's something else to add to your résumé/CV.

@sunisbest1234

Жыл бұрын

It's such a huge, diverse country, just a holiday of a few weeks isn't enough time to explore all there is to see and do. To really "feel" a place, you need to be able to stay a while. I love our country and have been fortunate to live in all but 1 state, in various locations. Holidayed in many other parts.

Many British people have visited Australia (including myself) and we have relatives living there. It is a beautiful country.

@dave.p153

Жыл бұрын

There's an old joke.. what does a poem and a Jumbo Jet in common? The jumbo jet stops whining when it gets to Sydney airport lol

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

God bless our dear dear King Charlie

Beautiful song, beautiful country and it was great to get a glimpse of Kyle. Tons of great Australian films; my favourite is "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert", which is very funny but also captures a part of the Australian soul.

@urquhart43

Жыл бұрын

Kyle? I didn't see Kyle (assuming you mean Sanderlands) in this corporate Qantas advertisement

You want Aussie bands/musos..?? Omg where do we start..??? There’s John Farnham, Jimmy Barnes, Diesel, Guy Sebastian, Matt Corby, Tina Arena to name but a few.. have you got a spare ten years? 😂 Start with John Farnham’s Help with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra….. that’s a pretty big rabbit hole 😉 Great reactions btw, loving your Aus content 🇦🇺

This song has been the Qantas theme song since about the mid 90s - and possibly even earlier. It was initially written by Peter Allen.

@davidberriman5903

Жыл бұрын

I just looked it up. 1980 where has that time gone. Peter died in the early 90s from memory.

Incredibly beautiful. Never been to Australia yet couldn't keep my eyes dry. Well done!

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

What a lovely person thank you

@julesmarwell8023

Жыл бұрын

what a beautiful person you are. may God bless you

"" I Still Call Australia Home " is a song by Peter Allen, it was used as an advertisement for QANTAS - the Australian airline. ( Hugh Jackman was in that ad who portrayed Peter Allen in " The Boy From Oz " on Broadway. ) Some singers and bands you could listen to are, John Farnham, Jimmy Barnes, Kylie Minogue, Silverchair, Midnight Oil, INXS, Powderfinger. Just to name a few.

I'm a proud Aussie and this always makes me cry as it a very patriotic song and also my eldest is living in the US for nearly 2 years, I want him home

Greatest country in the world! Goosebumps every time as an Aussie! That clip included Kylie Minogue, Troye Sivan, Hugh Jackman singing, Ash Barty (tennis player on FaceTime call), and Adam Goodes (AFL player by the pool). Another video recently released by Tourism Australia taking you on a fun trip around Australia is below. kzread.info/dash/bejne/gmeExsiQhs6dmJs.html

Thanks Joel. I hadn't heard that song before. It tugs at the heart strings.

I am 75 and whenever I hear this song, my heart swells with pride and love. Thankyou for sharing this, it's a very emotional song.🌺🦘🇭🇲🐨💕

The song was written by Peter Allen, who left Australia to find fame in USA… The song came out in 1980… and has often been suggested as a logical development from the past insistence that UK was “home”. Today the song tends to be classed as Australian iconic music, along with I am Australian by the Seekers and Waltzing Matilda ( lyrics by Banjo Patterson). There are others, but most people know these: one for patriotism, one for multiculturalism and one for acknowledging our historic itinerants who were often forced to steal to survive. This video you watched was an advert for Qantas Airlines… the oldest continuously running commercial airline in the world. I am a proud Australian, and pleased you liked the song written by the ex husband of Liza Minnelli…

Believe it or not it’s actually just an advertisement for Qantas airlines of Australia. Brilliant ad of course.

UK born and bred myself, I have family in OZ and some friends, I've been to visit, it is an amazing country for sure. But I still call England my home 😊👍

@martinjenkins6467

Жыл бұрын

So you should , you may have A few problems every now and Again. But it's a magical land.

Aussie here. This song is embedded in our culture, has been for so long. It's become the anthem of knowing that no matter where you go or how far you are gone, Aus is still home. If you're looking for Aussie bands or music to listen to, definitely check out Jimmy Barnes both solo and with his band Cold Chisel - ABSOLUTE AUSSIE MUST! Loving these videos, mate! Keep em coming!

You need to checkout the song "We Are Australian" by The Seekers its a beautiful song

'I Still Call Australia Home' was originally written by Peter Allen, who moved to the US and became a big star. Sadly, he died of AIDS in 1992. 'I am Australian' is another lovely patriotic song written by Bruce Woodley, who was in a world famous group called The Seekers. As for Aussie songs, my god there are so many to check out! Solid Rock by Goanna and Great Southern Land by Icehouse tell Australia's story from a different angle. And for general Aussie songs, try anything by John Farnham, Jimmy Barnes, INXS, Midnight Oil, Diesel, Cold Chisel, Guy Sebastian etc etc ... 😊

so many to check out ...Our John Farnham an amazing singer, Steve Irwin, who sadly died from a stingray, it broke so many of us here in Australia to hear of his passing. That's just a couple for starters. Love your channel, it's awesome.

This is a popular song by Australian singer songwriter Peter Allen in 1980 adopted by airline Qantas for their marketing. This version is sung by a choir they put together from multiple children's choirs including the Australian girls choir, national boys choir, Sydney children's choir and Gondwana national indigenous children's choir. Various versions of the advertisement were made over the years, this one with some famous Australian cameos

G'day Joel! If you want to see another of your video's views go through the roof, react to one of Australia's favourite artists of all time, and one of the world's absolute best male vocalists - "John Farnham & The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: You're The Voice": kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKFmz8FyhczQo9I.html

Listen to I am Australian but the seekers! It’s awesome! Every time I hear it it brings a tear to my eye, as an Australian it is a song that I feel is part of my being.

This is an excellent commercial by Qantas. The original song by Peter Allen is also gorgeous. There are many many versions of this song. For recommendations on Australian artists, Id say start off with John Farnham and "You're The Voice", he has done lots of others but that is his signature song. After that there are great songs by Midnight Oil (Beds Are Burning) Icehouse (Great Southern Land) INXS (Need You Tonight) Crowded House (Dont Dream Its Over) Cold Chisel (Flame Trees) etc etc. I could have listed many songs for each of these great Australian artists and many others besides, AC/DC, Kylie Minogue, Bee Gees, Olivia Newton-John to start with. Im so happy to see you take a look at Australia, I will happily join you for this ride. Im from Perth, the capital of Western Australia although I was born overseas Ive lived here since I was 6. Loved your main channel for a long while now (I think I was first drawn to it because of yr Queen reactions, Im a big fan!! Lucky to have met Freddie Brian and Roger) and Im very happy to start with this one. All the best Joel! And to Will and Cameron too :)

@martinjenkins6467

Жыл бұрын

As an Aussie you really feel This song after a trip far away And begin the long Flight home.

@heatherrowles9930

Жыл бұрын

Dude, dont try to claim Crowded House as Aussie, the Kiwis get shitty about that.....

@OberonOZ

Жыл бұрын

@Heather Rowles The Crowdies are 2/3rds Aussie and were formed in Melbourne. I think there's enough room for both countries to claim them 🙂

@heatherrowles9930

Жыл бұрын

@@OberonOZ meh Im an Aussie.......but the Finns are Kiwi......without the Finns there is no Crowded House.

Oh, it should be our anthem. It's by Peter Allen who was at one time married to Liza Minelli. He was a wonderful songwriter. He wrote a magical song about Judy Garland titled "Quiet pease, there's a lady on stage ..." if you feel so inclined, search it out. I met him, only briefly and merely by chance many many years ago. If you can call it a meeting. I was seated with a friend in a restaurant, close to the window looking out on to the street. Peter Allen walked by, and peered through the window right into my face where I was sitting. He then came in with a small group of friends to have a meal. At first, when his face was pressed up against mine with only the pane of glass between us, I think he could tell that I knew who he was but I could not quite place him. I looked at him as if to say: "I know you!" Ha! Then the penny dropped and as he walked through the door he said words to the effect: "Almost had you fooled ..." Well, that's my Peter Allen story. Joel, there are many wonderful bands from Australia, and from New Zealand too. Dragon has long been an all time favourite. Fine kiwi lads who settled here in the 1970s to become icons. And of course there is also AC/DC. Solo artist, Olivia Newton John who held such close ties with Peter Allen and who sadly passed away recently. One major group who were so wonderful was The Seekers. Lead singer Judith Durham also passed away within days of Olivia Newton John. Judith Durham's voice was sheer magic! Perfectly centred, completely resonant., every thing sung simply and with so much ease. Back to "I Still Call Australia Home" - if Music is a nostalgic art this song epitomises that sentiment. Blessings! Show less

@bernadettelanders7306

Жыл бұрын

You met Peter Allen? I’m so jealous. He was a brilliant song writer. And that special song he wrote for Judy Garland, ‘Quiet Please, There’s A Lady on Stage’. He had so much love and respect for her and what she’d been through. Yes I’ll stay jealous lol 😊

Thank you for another brilliant video, Joel. Hope Will; Ben and yourself are all doing well. 👍

5 Seconds of Summer aka 5SOS are an Australian band. I saw them when they supported One Direction at Wembley Stadium 8 years ago. To be honest, I thought they were hands down better than 1D. Well worth a watch.

If you liked this one then your gonna love “Great Southern Land” and the film clip that goes along with it👍

A couple of my fav musical artists and songs are Lee kernaghan-- backroad nation Jimmy barnes--- driving wheels Graeme Conners-- the ringer and the princess

I am a True Blue Fair Dinkum Dinky Di Aussie myself and this song always, without failing, makes me proud to be Australian

This ad always warms my heart everytime I watch it and everytime I hear this Peter Allen's song. It is such a beautiful song! Thank you for your reaction.

As a school kid in the 90s I got to learn to sing this song really well in Choir group. It still one of my favorite songs to sing and there is something soo beautiful about the calm timing which describes Aus soo well. When you harmonise in a Choir that is a spine tingling experience. Such great memories.

This made me feel patriotic and I'm not even Australian haha! But in all seriousness, it was beautifully made and that children's choir totally hit me in the feels! I could recognize some Australian singers here, Kylie Minogue (the woman sitting by the piano, she's huge both in her native Australia and here in Europe, has had some success in the US) and Troye Sivan (KZreadr turned pop artist), and a third male actor whose name completely escapes me atm but he has a surprisingly good singing voice! :)

@wesleygalvin9983

Жыл бұрын

You recognized Hugh Jackman, most noted for his Wolverine role. And yes, it is a very patriotic song full of symbolism.

@adrianhempfing2042

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the Hugh Jackman - Wolverine might had been a little lost on Jps as he's not a big fan of superhero films. I was first introduced to Troye Sivan with movie Spud (which has John Cleese - Basil Fawlty) which I thought was about an English school however I just saw its Sputh African. The South African and UK accents confuse me a little as I'm an aussie. This song/ film clip is definitely an updated version from the Qantas one when I was a child

@DidrickNamtvedt

Жыл бұрын

@@wesleygalvin9983 Ah Hugh Jackman, yes. My mind was completely drawing a blank haha but that's him of course, thank you for saving me from annoying myself about that all day haha! :)

@wesleygalvin9983

Жыл бұрын

@@DidrickNamtvedt You're very welcome. And g'day from Australia 🙂

@wesleygalvin9983

Жыл бұрын

I Still Call Australia Home was written and originally performed by the great entertainer, Peter Allen. He performed it at the Sydney Opera House before the Queen and Prince Phillip in 1980. Interestingly, Hugh Jackman portrayed Peter in the Broadway musical The Boy From Oz.

Some Australian bands/singers are AC/DC, INXS, Men at Work, Cold Chisel, Midnight Oil, Kylie Minogue, Dannii Minogue, Jessica Mauboy, Silverchair, John Farnham, Troye Sivan, Guy Sebastian, Peter Allen (I think he wrote this song), Olivia Newton-John (best known internationally as Sandy from Grease), Sia, Keith Urban, Natalie Imbruglia, Vance Joy, Tones and I, The Kid Laroi, Tina Arena, Paul Kelly, Delta Goodrem, The Wiggles, Nick Cave.. there's A LOT of talent down here!

@DeneM

Жыл бұрын

Would love to see his reaction to AC/DC or Jimmy LOL

There are Midnight Oils' "Beds Are Burning" and Icehouses' "Great Southern Land" just for starters in the brilliant songs department. I guess you recognised Wolverine in the video. 👍

I Still Call Australia Home was written by a deceased Aussie named Peter Allen who was married to a famous US actress' daughter Judie Garland's , he was gay, it is a lovely song about Aussies , their travels and what we call home. Musically check out John Farnham and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, particularly his version of Help ( Beatles' song) and You're The Voice. Stunning singer who chose to stay here but could have made it anywhere. When you hear him you'll understand .

You mentioned if there were any suggestions of bands or music..... where to start! You will hopefully have so many you won't know where to begin. You could be quite a while discovering Australia. Enjoy. Love what you have covered so far.

I'm first-generation Aussie and I grew up watching this ad. They've made so many of these over the years since I was a small child, and now they drop this version. I shed a few tears watching them everytime because of how much I love this song and how much I resonate with. I'm true blue, through and through.

U should check out vanessa amarossi singing at sydney Olympic games.. A powerhouse voice she has

I’m an Australian and always get teary eyes when I watch this. Hope you can travel to our beautiful country one day..😊

Regardless of our background, colour or creed, this beautiful 🤩 loving, giving, adaptable and SOOO casual culture will accept and embrass u! NO MATTER WHAT!

I remember the older ad for qantas using this song back in the 90s i believe back then it was just sung by the Australian Youth Choir, it is such a beautiful song and I feel such immense pride and joy for our little country

It looks like Qantas blew the advertising budget for the whole decade on this one 😂😂

The Seekers I am Australian. Our unofficial Aussie anthem. John Farnham known here as the voice. Singing You're the Voice with Melbourne Symphony orchestra is next level. Another song every Australian knows. Great Southern Land by Icehouse another unofficial Aussie anthem. We have a few🙃🇦🇺

This song always makes me cry.

Sitting here on Australia Day and appreciate you listening and your reaction. As an a proud Australian. Happy Australia Day 2024 everyone

I get shivers each time I here this🇦🇺

As an Aussie, this instantly brings tears. Not sure what music you like. Jimmy Barnes and John Farnham (aka Farnsey or "The Voice") are probably Australias most widely known male singers, Farnsey being one of the most vocally perfect singers in the world. He has sung with everyone from Celine Dion, to Queen, Tom Jones to Coldplay. I've put some links for you: Duet of the 2 guys - kzread.info/dash/bejne/m5ynyNpqfNjVe8Y.html Farnsey most known song: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKFmz8FyhczQo9I.html Farnsey belting out a great cover kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqpplsmif7a4e9Y.html. Hope you get to watch them and enjoy :)

@tintooki

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And don't forget Paul Kelly!

This song just gives those emotions and goosebumps no matter how much I hear it ,,,proud aussie

You need to listen to the original song by Peter Allen.

@neilwhitfield5026

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Agreed.

John Farnham!!!!! Gotta listen/watch the live versions of his signature song "you're the voice" And also his version of Help by the Beatles...With the Melbourne symphony orchestra....Promise you'll love it! He is a national treasure 🇦🇺❤️

I'm an Aussie and that song never fails to give me goosebumps xx

Very nice

As an Aussie...I always get goose bumps when I hear that song.

im Australian and I looked at this ad in my english class and I dont think he knew this was just a QANTAS (airline) ad for most of the video

Australia has had many iconic and interesting exports, when I was growing up there were many TV programs like Secret Valley, Round the Twist, The girl From tomorrow, Ocean Girl, Then much later we Got Farscape and Cleverman

Peter Allen wrote this song. He spent a lot of time overseas and he really did miss Australia. It’s a lovely song. His music was beautiful. QANTAS use this song for their commercials.

Try , This is Australia great southern land you will definitely love this one . Proud to be an Aussie

Check out 'Yothu Yindi' "Dots on the shells" one of my favs of theirs. Also "Treaty." Then there is one of the most beautiful songs called "Bayini" sung by Delta and Gurrumul. ALso have a look at John Farhnam. Of course The Seekers. All great Aussie bands. Many more.

Too many talented artists to name. Being in my 70’s and having a love all music from jazz to classical, I am sure you will be given names of Australia’s much loved artists who are World class performers. I don’t know your taste in music so I will wait to see your reaction to those suggestions before making recommendations but, I can say that we have many talented performers across all genres of music who should appeal to your age group. My grandchildren keep me informed about their latest favourites and I surprise them with my latest Spotify playlists 😆 😆 😆

I still call Australia home is our anthem

There was an amazing Australian entertainer by the name of Peter Allen who wrote and performed this. I have heard dozens of versions of this son, and they all give me goosebumps. Hugh Jackman did a wonderful stage show about Peter Allan’s life. If you want another Peter Allan song that might make you cry, look up Tenterfield Saddler.

Love your reaction , how emotional it appeared to make you. Theres plenty of version over the years and this is the first time ive seen this one. And i had a few tears been a fucking proud Aussie!

Peter Allen was a true Aussie icon who sadly passed away in 1992. A country boy at heart, as some trivia he was once married to Liza Minelli. Qantas adapted his song (Rio changed to Rome to fit their schedules) but it is truly an iconic song. They first did this in the 1980s I think, I remember it being around when they used to have the old 747-200s doing the island hops across the Pacific. I’ve since been to NYC a few times on Qantas now and each time they played the song on the PA system as you boarded. It felt like home immediately even though I was on the other side of the planet. It’s an amazing song by an amazing artist.

This song makes me SO PROUD to be an Australian. We are one of the oldest countrites on earth, as evidenced by our aboriginal heritage, but one of the youngest according to western history. The beauty of Australia is not only in the natural blessings that God bestoyed on us, but of the freedom that we have to be who we want to be. Our multi-culturism is beyond reproach. All that we ask is that new citizens endeavour to leave past hatreds at the gate as they become Australian citizens. I have been a teacher for many years and I think the most important thing that I have ever taught my students was to value the freedom, embrace the differences and treasure what it is to be an Australian. Thank you for sharing, what is to me, a song which holds the most special place in my heart. I am one of the many PROUD AUSTRALIANS.

If you're really interested in Australiana, you should check out "Sounds of Then (This is Australia)" for a rock song that really shows Australian culture, and for another classic that is much loved on Australia day, "I Am Australian" by The Seekers.

Great reaction. The Seekers - I Am Australian: Special Farewell Performance (all 5 verses). Unofficial National Anthem.

I've enjoyed your reaction videos when it comes to Australia. You seem to grasp very quickly on our culture. Love your genuine response and appreciation to Australian culture. Your reaction to the things you see and hearis refreshing.

Australia has been my home ever since I was a newborn for nearly 26 years of my life also the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb & tour of the Opera House are probably the most iconic things you could do along visiting the city. One of my family members also used to work for the Qantas airline. AUSSIE, AUSSIE, AUSSIE, OI, OI, OI, AUSSIE,OI

Peter Allen sang this song first. I think he wrote it ! The Seekers did a great song about our country also. I Am Australian. Another beautiful song. This time about our history. You have to hear both songs.

What a lovely video. Amazing country. Haven't been for a few years but have family there and some lovely memories. Need to go back soon and explore more. They come here to Scotland pretty often though, last month lol. Wishing all the best on your new channel. Love your videos. Best wishes from Edinburgh. We're actually pretty friendly (sorry about the few assholes you met haha). Calum

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I've been to Scotland and travelled up to the Orkney Islands where my ancestors came from 160 years ago. I loved Edinburgh and found the people really friendly, helpful and generous. Had a great time and want to visit again. It's a long flight from Australia though.

I'm already crying, proud, Aussie.

I remember singing this in a London pub with my Brazilian housemates listening and it brought tears to everyone's eyes

@ritacocker7409

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Check out the video about our money

@dave.p153

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Wow that's very cool 🇦🇺

I was only 19 a song in a million, a song for the World to listen to, you'll never be the same.

To see you smile at the same time I did was an awe moment you definitely need to visit us down under

Just gives you a lump in the throat. So emotional. Hi from Australia!

There are a lot of Australian singers you should listen to. John Farnham, Kylie Minogue, Jimmy Barnes, Tina Arena, Jessica Mauboy and the list goes on...

You need to check out John Farnham song’s, particularly “you’re the voice” John Farnham is an Aussie icon ❤

It’s a song that Peter Allen wrote. Then it became an advertisement for QANTAS. Now it is a wonderful song advertising Australia.❤