You can find much more from David in the playlist section of the channel, you can also find his links in the description of his videos, appreciate your support. Peace and love from Dublin City Today... 💚☘️🎶💃🎵🕺🎶☘️💚🇮🇪

@davidlawson4159

Жыл бұрын

Hi Sean, 2 weeks after the storm I have power and drinkable city water. it's a good feeling. We still have thousands with no place to work or live because everything they own was destroyed by hurricane Ian. We still have many people without power and water but there being rescued and helped. The Army helicopters fly over my house daily with supplies and medical personal. So things are getting better and we pray for everyone to get through this. Thanks for your kind words, Love from the USA and I am enjoying DCT again.

@dublincitytoday

Жыл бұрын

@@davidlawson4159 I'm happy to hear that things are improving for you, it's such a difficult and challenging time for so many but some of the stories I've heard of people coming together to help warms the heart. Stay strong... 🙏

@debrarippentrop5094

11 ай бұрын

How do we hear more of this talented young man? ❤

@dublincitytoday

11 ай бұрын

@@debrarippentrop5094 I will be catching up with him soon to make more. You can find his social media in the description of the video 🙏

@jannettestetson-buck5103

10 ай бұрын

This version is beautiful

This slower version leaves the lyrics bare to reveal their true meaning. Amazing how manic the 80s were to mask how deep this song truly is.

@willzsportscards

9 ай бұрын

Some of it is age too....'gone in a day or two' hits a LOT harder now than in 85.

@ersheri

9 ай бұрын

So right!

@mrxman581

9 ай бұрын

Not so much manic as insanely amazing.

@greymatters14

9 ай бұрын

Good point man. Agreed.

@benjaminguilatcoiv

9 ай бұрын

80's weren't necessarily manic.. it depends on the person what's going on in his life at any time of the age Good take on this song though 👍

A man ain't supposed to cry, but DAMN IT...this great musician brought a tear to my eye.

There is so much talent out there that we never get to hear because it isn't "commercial". The best musical performances you'll ever hear will not be on the radio!

@shanehenderson630

Ай бұрын

This is so true.

@-PURPLE-HEAD

Ай бұрын

True, but this song was on the radio plenty. A-ha did a slow version as well.

@spitzer1113

Ай бұрын

@@-PURPLE-HEAD I meant you won't hear most of these great talented musicians on the radio. I'm not referring to the songs they are covering.

@CGBalla1014

Ай бұрын

@@spitzer1113would you prefer covers on the radio, rather than the original artists?

@worldwithouttime

Ай бұрын

i don't even know anyone who listens to the radio anymore, I occasionally do on a long road trip but not like i did years ago. There is great talent out there but the music industry no longer promotes talent, it promotes grabbing attention. Something like this demands you actually listen to it.

This song always brings me back to my growing years in the 80s. Such happy memories. Hey Gen X people, we are the best generation.

@lp5188

3 ай бұрын

Agreed. Simpler times man..

@iamshotty

3 ай бұрын

We certainly are. We Rock🤣❤🇦🇺

@roxtar38

3 ай бұрын

I once asked my parents when they were in their 70s if they felt their age or young at heart and age was relative. Their answer was the latter. My father is now gone; I'm 57. This version of this song brings a tear to my eye. The memories are happy but man, it was a time and decade that will never return. I miss them. I'm not afraid of aging or even dying, but the melancholy is there.

@Toolmiser

3 ай бұрын

I’m afraid we’re the last generation to appreciate our roots and have a sense of common decency for each other. Now we’re all separated by one thing or another. I’m not speaking for everyone, just my observations here in SoCal.

@opensource111

Ай бұрын

@@roxtar38Nice .. Thanks for sharing

I love how the girl nursing the coffee in the background gets pulled in.

@andyharpist2938

Ай бұрын

One in ten have the ear and musical sensitivity to realise what they are hearing. Most dont notice.

@kickupurple

Ай бұрын

she sheds a tear or two

Took me back to watching MTV with my girlfriend, who became my fiancé, who became my wife, who became the mother of my 3 kids and became the Nana of my 3 grandchildren. This is such a beautiful little piece of music by this young man. Glad I got to see this.

@dublincitytoday

9 ай бұрын

🙏😇

@christianschwartz1205

8 ай бұрын

Magnifique interprétation et commentaire qui me renvoient à tant de souvenirs heureux, d' un autre Monde. Le temps d'Avant.

@randyirvan2336

8 ай бұрын

Great story

@olivierwhite2451

7 ай бұрын

This is all someone needs to hear today

@redsidebiker

7 ай бұрын

Proud and lucky man Tim. Live long in happiness & health.

Stunningly beautiful…

Amazing all the people just strolling by without notice meanwhile this young man is giving us a version of this song we all need!! Great job young man❤️❤️👌🏽

@Janetleeinspire

3 сағат бұрын

I noticed that. This was beautiful

And suddenly time slowed down, as I was transported back 30 years into my college days listening to this on tape!

@leeposey1511

Жыл бұрын

Me too

@MearasRex

Жыл бұрын

And they didn't include the lyrics. 😒 We were all singing funky lyrics, I'm sure. 🤣

@troublemaker9679

10 ай бұрын

Yep... right back to college memories

@chrisezelle

10 ай бұрын

😀❤️👍🏼

@lovinglifehealth

10 ай бұрын

I’m 55 and I love this slowed down version to take in the lyrics that are precious, profound and beautiful 💖 Excellent and good on this talented young man for a beautiful delivery.

I’m sad that people who walk don’t even look at this magnificent singer.

@edisone.7212

10 ай бұрын

Poor "stressed" people. I think too!🙁

@themichaelmartinify

10 ай бұрын

Maybe people that have tough lives, dont want to hear a happy song reduced to a depressing crawl....

@psyolent.

10 ай бұрын

this

@laurencopenhaver5366

9 ай бұрын

They are secret aliens

@mrofnocnon

9 ай бұрын

This is Ireland, everyone can sing!

"in a day or two" I never ever ever knew those were the lyrics!!!! I always thought it was "and I'll turn on too" lol which makes no sense. This guy is super talented

@dublincitytoday

6 күн бұрын

🙏😎

FOOLS JUST WALKING BY,those people passing by had no idea the gift they were given😒................that was gorgeous.❤❤❤

@shanehenderson630

Ай бұрын

The lady in the back understood

@thinking102

Ай бұрын

Sleepwalking

@Janetleeinspire

3 сағат бұрын

I was just thinking the same

For those that don’t know, this is essentially the arrangement Morten Harket uses these days. Stunningly beautiful and gives us, essentially, a whole new song.

@jacquesfiuza6233

10 ай бұрын

Exactly

@daxconnell7661

10 ай бұрын

Morten also did the slower version on the Masked Singer UK. i can't believe that the judges couldn't figure out who he was

@sophiagertz1083

10 ай бұрын

Beautifully angelic

@backpages1

10 ай бұрын

I think you have aptly, and eloquently, summed up the thoughts of many with your observation "... essentially, a whole new song." In my opinion, Mr. Harket has accomplished, exquisitely, that very thing.

@darlabeyler3511

9 ай бұрын

2:51 2:53

Fabulous. I hope folks realize how hard it is to finger pick that and sing at the same time with that level of vocal proficiency. Great rendition of an amazing song.

@mariasolbarros8927

9 ай бұрын

SO beautiful voice❤ BRAVO❤

@scudsters

9 ай бұрын

Good that you pointed this performer out. Appreciate his talent.

@GoodieWhiteHat

9 ай бұрын

That’s exactly the first thing I thought.

@Psychodermia

9 ай бұрын

It isn't that hard.

@VictorLugosi

9 ай бұрын

It’s electric and he has effect pedals on his mic and guitar.. it’s not as good as you think..

I’m so glad I have this video!!!!

Beautiful , just beautiful. How can people just walk on by and not be moved by this beautiful young mans singing enough to stop and listen?? He’s phenomenal!! Whoever you are , wherever you are keep pursuing this wonderful gift you have!!

@yamirisrios8913

9 ай бұрын

He has a beautiful voice ❤

@lzor9089

8 ай бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking watching this

@thelastgeneration5862

7 ай бұрын

Yes, we miss the small moments of true beauty this realm has to offer many times... maybe time to slow down and find joy wherever it presents itself.❤

@slightlycrafty

7 ай бұрын

I say the same thing often when listening to street singers. How do people just walk by it happens so often. This young man's voice is so beautiful! Even if you are in a hurry just his voice should stop you and give you goosebumps!

@aurelienyonrac

6 ай бұрын

Everything is moving. Everything is moved. You distact yourself with should and stop listening. Or maybe you are part of the music too. I don't know.😅

It's so nice to see the young generation let us relive the old classics 👍 this is a great rendition , well done David 👏

@thomasfoster5200

11 ай бұрын

This isn't his version Ah Ha did this version and it was used in a movie he's only doing their version of it

@doktormcnasty

10 ай бұрын

Don't encourage them! They're soft, and not worth the effort. Damn gen-whatevers.

@mmcgahn5948

10 ай бұрын

Because, unfortunately, todays music isn’t good. Good job by this young man with this song which is not easy to sing.

@aristzam4308

9 ай бұрын

I grew up with A-ha and this slow version sounds fantastic. By the way I am familiar with Grafton Street for street artists 😂

@PhunkyMunky10

7 ай бұрын

My son is 16: His tastes run from Pink Floyd and Lynyrd Skynyrd to Nirvana, Metallica, and some more modern stuff. A while back he brought his guitar to me and wanted me to teach him how to play Eruption lol. I can’t even understand how Ed did that, let alone teach it; I’m just a casual strummer. But I guess he’s not alone in appreciating older music. But then I grew up on Richie Valens, Buddy Holly, Elvis, and others along with CCR and Mommas and the Papas lol. My mom refused to let me listen to anything but oldies and country gospel because everything else was “The Devil”. I ended up listening to what I wanted as a teenager but I still enjoy those oldies. Maybe that passed onto my son a bit, but his friends all enjoy older music too so who knows

It always amazes me when I watch things like this.... Very few stop to watch and listen. His voice would stop me in my tracks.

@toneenorman2135

10 ай бұрын

Yep! I was surprised so few were “stopped in their tracks”…

@ahkkariq7406

9 ай бұрын

If I stopped to listen I would stand behind the guy with the camera, and I guess I'm not the only one.

@Sammy-rn9fk

9 ай бұрын

IKR

@duvessa2003

9 ай бұрын

You know they say “Timing is everything.” Just not the time for all of those walkers to attend.

@dirkturtle3354

9 ай бұрын

If you stopped for every great busker in Dublin you wouldn't make to Coppers before last call.

Beautiful rendition. Clearly the lady in the background knew something great was coming. She stopped what she was doing immediately and just enjoyed the beauty of your playing and singing

@mwblackbelt

9 ай бұрын

I wouldn't have wanted to miss this, either

@ramachtbassman375

9 ай бұрын

prob his girl dah...

@smellincoffee

7 ай бұрын

And notice how she has no selfphone, just coffee.

@Jay.Kellett

7 ай бұрын

Weird how different people have different "ears" for music. I like tori Amos and my wife thinks she sounds like a dying cat. LOL

@user-ri3gh6yb5k

5 ай бұрын

Rumour has it the girl became pregnant after the first chorus

Easily the best version I’ve ever heard, 38 years of listening to this song. David is mesmerising. Dude needs to get noticed!! More of him please 🙌😍🔊🇮🇪

@fgup8702

3 ай бұрын

Escute o morten harket, cantado.

@MrBennylargo

Ай бұрын

You should listen to A-ha do this version. As good as this kid is, they’re even better.

@rfcalm

Ай бұрын

@@MrBennylargo lol

@MrBennylargo

Ай бұрын

@@rfcalm I don’t get it? In addition to the 80s version, they also perform this one. And they are fantastic

I loved A-ha’s acoustic version of Take on Me, and this young man definitely does it justice here. Morten is a tough act to follow 😊

@ladyesther

9 ай бұрын

I love acoustic!!!

@roden70

9 ай бұрын

Yes, there aren't many singers with the vocal quality Morten posseses. Some do a good job, like this young man but Morten evokes so much feeling with his singing that is very hard to compete with him. The guy is unique in his singing.

@steveblog1

8 ай бұрын

@@roden70 Absolutely, Morten is unique and nobody else sounds like him either in tone or range. Too many performers are just bland and overuse auto tune now, which is very sad. Morten is one of a few singers who have a unique voice or vocal range. In pop/rock there’s Bono, Johnny Cash, Elvis, George Michael or the master of them all, Freddie Mercury. I’m not knowledgeable about opera, but the notes those Tenors can hit is phenomenal. I’m a baritone who can hit a decent falsetto, but I’ve never, ever been able to to reach Morten’s “in a day” top note from Take on Me’s chorus. I always end up sounding like a cat being strangled 😂 I will forever be jealous of him.

@steveblog1

8 ай бұрын

@@ladyesther That’s when you really get to appreciate a singer’s voice and a band’s ability to change their sound. Acoustic is a real challenge .

Sure got the attention of the girl in the background. I grew up in the 80's . I liked and enjoyed this version, but I especially liked that it took me back to the 80's where I find myself most of the time. I am glad that the new generation are playing the songs of our past generation and also pass it on to the following generation so that all songs continue to live until the end of time. Great job David.

@jamalduweik6465

10 ай бұрын

Good words

@cameronhansen3775

10 ай бұрын

Me too ditto!!

@shannon3944

9 ай бұрын

Remember when MTV first got started? I loved this song and video, one of many, many favorites. Miss those 'simpler' times.💙💯

@anndeboeck179

9 ай бұрын

​@@shannon3944 Yes, I miss the 80ies to!🤗 Good music, good movies. Kids enjoying the outdoors and being able to enjoy their innocence. The true life before all the social media pressure, indoor gaming and fake realities. When random people used to talk to each other, in the bus, on the train,...looking at each other and smiling. 😊🌸Spontane interactions that made you think about other people and their life and opinions. A healthy and fun learning proces. I'm so happy that I grew up like that and still enjoy those encounters 😃...but they are becoming rare.

Wow I loved this song back in the day💕 But this talented young man’s version is just beautiful! 👏👏👏

I would not be able to just walk on by while this young man is singing! Absolutely beautiful guitar playing and a stunning voice. Thank you for sharing your amazing gift with us.

@magidog8582

2 ай бұрын

they were fools.......how could they not STOP...?????

What a sad state of the world when people can't take a few minutes to listen to such a talented singer/ guitar player and such a beautiful song😞

@drunktrump5209

2 ай бұрын

good thing people have better things to do than waste time listening to music

@robert_sovitsky

2 ай бұрын

@@drunktrump5209 sorry you feel that way your missing out on the beauty of life!

@drunktrump5209

2 ай бұрын

@@robert_sovitsky there is lots of beauty in life, it's hard to miss it no matter what you are doing.

He didn't wake up that day to cover this song, he woke up to take over. I can't believe an acoustic version of this song can be this good, out in the open. TU!

@Olhamo

Ай бұрын

truly

@Olhamo

Ай бұрын

truly

Stripped down like this ,I didn't realise how beautiful the lyrics are, So Needless to say I'm odds and ends That's me I'm stumbling away, I'm slowly learning that's life's ok just Say after me, It's no better to be safe than sorry 🥺🥺😆

@crystalbluepersuasion1027

Ай бұрын

I agree. In the original I could only make out a few.

"Slowly learning that life is okay" ❤

this song has never been this beautiful. it brings tears to one's heart.

All I can think about during that intro: "Hey Hey I saved the world today Everybody's happy now The bad thing's gone away And everybody's happy now The good thing's here to stay Please let it stay"

Amazing performance. What a talent!

For the first time I can understand all the lyrics! He needs to go on a nationally televised talent show.

Your version is hauntingly peaceful and angelic. You are very talented. Thank You. Keep playing and sharing your gift.

Better than 99 percent of today’s talent.

Slow and steady wins the race. This singer puts an extra charm on the song by singing slow and steadily. 🎉

absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!!

Absolutely incredible, beautiful take on this magnificent song!

Its fascinating how many folks are walking by enjoying their lives, and here we are enjoying this moment they're passing by. Life is incredible.

Amazing Rendition! The sensitivity in the high notes combined with the handsome lows are hard to achieve for any singer, Seriously well done.

how could anyone just walk on by? I would be riveted and just exploding with applause and whistles as he finished. Bloody ingrates! Free top tier entertainment is just wasted on some.

Great job young man. He has a lovely voice. Why is he having to be busking? He needs to be recognized. Moved me to tears. American, but been to Dublin. Beautiful city and people.

Absolutely gorgeous so beautiful so extremely talented ..amazing thanku so much love an God bless always x

Very good, I enjoyed listening 🎉❤

What amazes me everyone that just walks by. I’d be standing there in awe!

Regardless of the great singing I was just mesmerised by his guitar playing 👏🏻👍🏻🍻🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

playing this slow brings a whole another dimension to the song! love it!

Oh my goodness, that’s really beautiful. This is also the first time I’ve caught all the words.

@alicerowan4688

14 күн бұрын

The words are bittersweet. All about taking risks because life is short and will be over in a day or two.

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's a yes from me. You've got 4 yeses. Congratulations, you're through.

A lot of people don't realize that even though you know how to play, what balls it takes to perform live with the chance that nobody will like you. You've got "it" and I envy you for that. New sub. Gravity keeps us here but Music makes the world 'round, Keep it up.

@allisoncassidy1929

8 ай бұрын

YES!!!

This young man , through his voice and his guitar, reached and penetrated the minds of scores of souls who lived in the "Ah Ah" era.

Heartbreaking and haunting. Love this

Take on Me by A-Ha is my absolute favorite song of all time. This is a beautiful rendition and I approve and endorse this version. ❤

Goosebumps 👏😭

That was amazing!

What a wonderful version!!!🥰 ❤❤❤

Like an echo from the past this guy sings flawlessly the song you remember in a fast life. ❤

This song is a classical...good job young fella

Brilliantly arranged and performed. 🌍🎸✌️

Simply Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He is awesome-and looks like he has an admirer-lady in the background.😃

The vocals are what makes this so remarkable. Amazing!

@Steven-wz7sh

Ай бұрын

For sure. Not a bad guitar either.

Absolutely wonderous! Made my night, thankyou.

Magic. The slower versions of this song - including A-has - are always more beautiful and I think realise the song better x

A new voice rings out in the streets of Dublin...woooow and then immediately with such a stunning version of "Take on me", great job David.

There's not many people who can take this song and sing it in such a way that I'm sure Morten Harkett would himself stop and be entranced by. This young fella has done just that. Morten and A-ha would love it! As a child of the 80s i am so happy that this song has been given a new lease of life.

Amazing! I liked how he took his time with every note and word. He redefined where the highs, lows, and pauses should be like the song was part of his heart and soul.

I miss Ireland and all them buskers... You make Ireland even more wonderful ❤

@dublincitytoday

Ай бұрын

💚☘️☘️☘️🇮🇪

Wow! What an amazing talent! Great job, David. I loved your rendition of this beautiful song. ❤

@dublincitytoday

Жыл бұрын

🙏😇

Great cover. He made it unique but still identifiable.

Just simply beautiful....

Superb, brought tears to my eyes.

A very good new busker. THX David!

This is a slower sound of the song..very Nice , David 👏💚😍

People, stop and listen! So many just walked past. He had me riveted. Lovely slowed-down arrangement and a haunting voice.

Hey kids this is what real music sounds like. The feel the Beauty.

Wow. Unbelievable guitar, vocals, arrangement; musicianship. Thank you.🎸🎼💕Always hope true talent is seen but not "discovered."

Art isn't made for everyone 🤷🏼‍♀️ Let's feel blessed for experiencing this... Thank you to this wonderful artist 🎶🍀✨🥰

Beautiful, heartfelt rendition. Great voice.

Just…. WOW!!

Wasn't going to click, glad I did!! Absolutely nailed it!!!!! By far the best version of that song.

Beautiful 😊

Yes love it. I was transported back to a happy time in life

It’s a great song. The video is my favorite music video. GenX 4 ever

OMG. That was Amazing. DCT. Never knew , such so talented people out there. ❤. Amazing David

This is brilliant young man

It's hard to describe how profound these words are..

Just beautiful.

All I can say is, WOW!!! What a beautiful song, and a beautiful voice! You are soo gifted, like an Angel of GOD singing it!! So very touching and spiritual to me! Thank You, for You, and the lovely talent that you bring to us all!! Peace and Blessings My Brother!!! XX. 🙏🙏

@dublincitytoday

9 ай бұрын

🙏😇

@annieg942

9 ай бұрын

Ironically, today is national angel day and I just saw one 😇🕊 absolutely breathtaking!

Fantastic performance so much talent in ireland must be something in the water another cool video Saun well done keep up the good work love uk

@dublincitytoday

Жыл бұрын

🙏

Great performance young man! 😎🙏🎶👍👍👍👍

Elegant, really. Who'd thought one would use that word for this song. Very well done.

I LOVE how you slowed it down! It made it SO much more emotional! Welcome to DCT DAVID!!!!!!

@calvinspiff4348

Жыл бұрын

I hate slowed down versions of songs

@thomasfoster5200

11 ай бұрын

He didn't slow it down the original artist made this version he's just doing their slowed down version

As a 80’s music freak, I’ve heard Morten Haarkit (spelt wrong, my bad) do the slow version of this, n this is brilliant 💙💙💙🇬🇧🇬🇧

Great stuff! The girl in the background is not unmoved. I think she's falling in love with this talented guy.

The Gods found this man.. and made him sing this beautifully!

This song takes me back..................I can see the video that went along with it now etc..................a very popular group at that time............this version is slower going but "a good" one...............something different to listen to..............great to see the oldies "covered" and sung alternatively.................

He hit those high notes beautifully!! 🎶🎤🎸

Many years ago I have heard this AHA song. In this moment I was transported more than 20 years in the past when my best friend and I heard it in front of my home. He passed away in 2022. RIP Fredy.