A man with exceptional songwriting and singing talents, truly a giant in his craft, sadly taken far too early by the evil that alcohol is. RIP Gerry.

@ianomalley3124

Жыл бұрын

The evil that alcohol is? The evil that this world is and wrapped in moreso. My opinion anyway.

@ianomalley3124

Жыл бұрын

Gerry was a voice of love through his music and lyrics in spite of the evil in this world. Whether alcohol was there or not. Again my opinion.

@ianomalley3124

Жыл бұрын

We point too much towards substances rather than actually facing the nastiness that exists regardless. If alcohol didn't exist then things would be better as they are? I think not.

@reginabusten2201

Жыл бұрын

In my opinion, alcohol is in itself not a bad thing if used respectfully and responsibly the evil in our world has been there from the beginning GOOD vs EVIL and as humans we have free will to choose. ❤ CHOOSE WISELY man will reap what they sow. Thank God for his mercy and grace where we find hope in a beautiful future ❤

He’s Baker Street is a MASTERPİECE !!! Sad that he’s gone too early !!!

His music is so calming, and reflective ! I found him when I was about 20 ! Even now when he comes on the radio, I breath a sigh ! He didn't feel the need to yell at us, or blast us with his sound ! I still love his sound ! RIP Gerry !

@at_brunch3852

11 ай бұрын

Your words are so true. 🇨🇦 As amazing as an open prairie night sky 💫✨🌟✨💫🌟✨🌟✨🌟✨🌕🌙

His voice has a soul. His lyrics are so healing and uplifting.God Bless you Gerry Rafferty ❤

Gerry Rafferty was a musical genius. I wish I could’ve seen him in concert.🤗🎶

@4178529

Жыл бұрын

I was fortunate to see him in concert St Davids theatre Cardiff in the eighties. Stuck in my mind ever since and now at 84 still play his music with a quiet glass or two---gives me peace and a quiet time to reflect on life ! Gerry R.I.P.

The most underrated artist ever! It's a mystery how his music could have flown under the radar for all these years.

@ukfactor5393

2 жыл бұрын

He’s a genius!

@TheScotjimland

2 жыл бұрын

your radar perhaps, .. became a fan when I first heard him playing in the Humblebums .. 50 years ago !

@MrKarlnordenrot

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheScotjimland My radar works just fine!😁 I've been a fan for ages just like you. I feel sorry for those who never had the opportunity to discover this treasure.

Gerry Rafferty was a musical genius. Every song he performed and produced was gold.

One of the greatest musicians, singer/songwriters of the 20th century and that is definitely no exaggeration.

Was lucky to see him live many years ago. He was superb. Note perfect. Awesome songwriter, superb performer.

Unbelievable musician. A genius. RIP Gerry.

Night Owl. What a song!

@user-qy2kw9kx3o

Ай бұрын

❤

A very talented and underrated artist.

One of the best,ever 1978 when I was first introduced to this great gentleman His music,changed my life,from day one Miss him very much Genius

Gerry never got the recognition he so truly deserved ! He was taken way to soon!

He was supremely talented.

Listen to what Billy Connolly had to say about Gerry - it really tells the story. And I admire his honesty - it would have been easy for him to just spout a few bland platitudes about his talent. But he was courageous enough to tell us the truth. Gerry was a tortured soul. I also believe his drinking strained and ended relationships. I once worked on a Billy Connolly TV special celebrating his talent in front of an invited audience. Gerry was to be invited because of their history. And while Billy accepted he had to be there, he was nervous about it. And he checked where he was to be seated because he didn't want him in his eyeline. This was a complicated relationship.

Beutiful Music and vocals speaking to us from Glory that Gerry knew and understood. Thank you Gerry, You Move our Souls towards Love eternal.

That is a brilliant video. Barbara Dickson comes across well. Honest. Gerry himself is great. Very knowing type of guy it seems. Wouldn’t suffer fools but once you knew him he’d be a great friend. A very sad loss to Scotland. Very much a musical giant. RIP

He had gorgeous eyes and a velvet singing voice. I will always love him! RIP GERRY!!❤️💙

I'd never seen this before. So pleased I found it... RIP Gerry. What a quiet and unassuming man he was. A great pity the demon drink got the better of him.

@TheScotjimland

2 жыл бұрын

yes indeed, as it has many other talented musicians , alcohol is a curse

Always been a big fan of Gerry. From stealers wheel days to my favorite song by Gerry right down the line

@martinroche1026

3 жыл бұрын

Dude. The lyrics to that song are just..... unexplainable.

His music made the 70's a special decade

@chrisguest7367

4 жыл бұрын

So true

@lisasinclair7541

3 жыл бұрын

So true.

@KoolHandJuke

3 жыл бұрын

He truly did!

@appalachiangunman9589

3 жыл бұрын

If your music stands out in the 70’s you’re doing something right.

So little publicity for such a great writer an& musician! Such a great voice!

Nice to see and hear the guy behind so many classics.I never would've thought he was Scottish listening to his vocals. RIP Gerry I hope you are now 'at peace' with things.

@Tommyblueeyes

4 жыл бұрын

@Kettle Creek 19 doesnt matter, his accent is pure scots, take this from a scotsman

@Billybopper1

3 жыл бұрын

Tommy Orr Jr He was Paisleys favorite son.

@appalachiangunman9589

3 жыл бұрын

@@Tommyblueeyes I think your guys accent is one of the coolest in the English language.

@Tommyblueeyes

3 жыл бұрын

@@appalachiangunman9589 no it is not lol

@TheScotjimland

2 жыл бұрын

pure Scottish accent.. perhpas you listen to too many Hollywodd movies and TV shows with fake accents

It's not just the Scottish accent, it's also his tone/phrasing that to my ear makes him sound very much like his former bandmate Billy Connolly - maybe I'm imagining it

Gerry was a giant amongst songwriters. He was one of the best. R.I.P. GERRY

Hi there ! From Lima (Peru). Happily Surprised if it is the word ! First time in my life that I hear from the Lovely existence of Gerry ... And Seducted by his Music and voice I've landed here and feeling better knowing that I'm not the only one here ! Something took me here and what I've have found is more than enough for me ! Thank you so much, Gerry and all of you guys ! A new Researcher and Fan have born... It's incredible and I'm proud of being here and now.

Gerry Rafferty will always be a hero to me. His music is full of emotion and heart. He hated being in the foreground but he knew that his music will live on for ever.

"We sit in empty rooms & dream our lives away.. while the spirits come & go without a sound.. and just like you & me they're trying to find a way..find a way.. find their way home." Gerry has found his way home. Thank you for the wonderful music while you were here, Mr Rafferty.

Baker street is a one of that songs that you never forget what age you were when you first heard it.

He’s a man of many talents and redeeming qualities. His songs including Baker Street and Right Down the Line were extremely memorable. Two of the most familiar and the most beloved songs I grew up to. I miss these songs so much even though I listened to John Lennon’s Woman later as I grew older including many other childhood favorites. It’s so sad to lose both Gerry Rafferty and John Lennon. May their legacy continue to shine!❤️❤️❤️❤️😭

He was a great singer!!!

I wish these types of people still featured on our tele these days,I love listening to Scots,providing it int the bloody snp😜🇬🇧Yorkshire

Thanks for this great documentary about the great Gerry Rafferty loved his music.

@marilyntape508

3 жыл бұрын

Me also 😊❤️🇦🇺

I like how he says once you become a celebrity, youre no longer the observer, but the observed. I get it, totally!

Gerry was very soothing to listen to speak. Such a calm voice.

Love that accent,in itself it's poetry.The accent kinda disappears in his music,but what great songs,some autobiographical. It's beauty!

13:53 'You Put Something Better' I sang this song with a pal of mine, Kenny Sloane (deceased), about 40 years ago. When I heard it here again, on this video, it reminded me of those times. Yes, it took me back to a different time, to 'the old days' and I thought; "Jeez, I remember that song, that was a great song" - and it was a good song , it was, in fact, a great song. I'm still gigging today. I use a computer to program my songs, and I still do gigs. I will program this song - You Do Something Better' - and I'll darn-well gig it at my Saturday afternoon gig in Glasgow, every Saturday afternoon, in Glasgow's Star Bar (Eglinton Toll) and I'm pretty-sure our lovely, regular, and not so regular customers will love it. I live in Paisley, not so far from where Gerry is from (just coincidence) and if you want to hear this cracking song again then come along to hear me (and Ronnie) at the gig every Sat afternoon. Incidentally, I'll attribute the song to both Gerry Rafferty and to Joe Egan. Gerry, I never knew you personally, but I reckon I'd have enjoyed a natter with you, absolutely. What a great turn you were, mate.👍 Thanks, Dave Lennon

Nice to find this interview. The first thing I heard was Stuck In The Middle which I had on a musiccassette containing the hits of that year. I was nine years old. It's almost 50 years later now and I still listen to his music. His music really stood the test of time. I've been to Scotland twice (I live in The Netherlands) but I hope to visit again and when I do I make sure I'm going to play a Gerry Rafferty song at some point, probably in a pub, during my visit.

Barbra Dicksons' closing words were beautiful.

@raymondhenderson1436

2 жыл бұрын

Barbara is lovely

A favorite artist since I heard the Baker St collection,(late 1970's) maybe being scottish-Irish(england-wales, to) had so much to do with it, raised in New England from the states his music touched me, away at school in the mid-west(1976-1980) from family and friends, I took to his lyrics and that perfect & smooth vocal delivery, and that MUSIC, sometimes his melancholy crept through and would transport me to another time , Gerry a shy, reclusive guy who had more talent on his little finger, I watched his career all the way to his untimely death, sad the way it all played out but what a talent. Heard him do the old beautiful celtic treasure, She moved through the fair and I just feel his soul, my scottish side came to America from Arbroath, Scotland, all 8 kids after their parents died 1900-1912 period. Just a fantastic legend hard to get out of your head once you hear all his music RIP

Every song on City to city is eternal

@olipohl9082

3 жыл бұрын

so true.

@tjallingdejong9645

3 жыл бұрын

Don't under estimate Night Owl , great album too

"Very good for the soul"...no better words spoken...

All these years and I never knew he was Scottish

Two words for Gerry...Fucking Incredible!

He looked quite healthy in this interview. He is missed daily.

I love him. As hard as it was in music back then, to stand out like he did, he sure did. Baker Street will live forever, not to mention all the others. He was overlooked, but will never be forgotten. Salute, R. I. P. God bless! A voice like his belongs in Heaven !

I've been listening to Gerry Rafferty on and off since I was in my teens. I loved songs like *"Baker St.",* *"Right Down the Line",* *"Whatever's Written In Your Heart",* and *"Family Tree".* :)

My favourite and go to artist. Such wonderful songs beautifully written & sung with that fantastic voice. It very much sounded like Gerry stayed true to his beliefs. My home will forever be filled with his music. RIP Gerry.

This Legendary Giant in the music will never be forgotten.. in fact is part of my everyday every day.. long live this Man’s Music

I've always known Baker Street and Stuck In The Middle, but I've only just really discovered Gerry Rafferty through his song Whatever's Written In Your Heart. I love that song and so does my dog - she sings along with me when I sing it to her. I kid you not! What I was going to comment on was the amount of effort that must have gone into his album cover artwork.....man they were incredible, they don't put that kind of effort in anymore, especially for album covers ✌️

You can hear his music when he speaks. The most perfect musician.

Thank you Gerry.❤1🇦🇺

I play bakers street in my solo acoustic music set, never gets old. I can channel his spirit and feel confident about my musicianship ❤️🎵🎸

'Family Tree', 'The Ark', 'Mary Skeffington', 'Whatevers written in your heart' - how can you choose just one, they all hold a glimpse of a memory. We've all been there, they speak to all of us x

Great documentary! I'm also of Irish Catholic background, living in California! Love Gerry's music! 😎🇺🇸

That bit about the orange hall had me in stitches hahaha

All the better, that he followed his own musical path.

There is so much more to Gerry than just Baker Street his output was amazing

Superb musician, absolute poet at times.Massive loss to music.Rip Gerry.

@AllTheBestCO

5 жыл бұрын

Long live GERRY

@elizabethmoss4086

3 жыл бұрын

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Great video. Gerry looks good here. Too bad. What a genius. RIP Gerry. God Bless.

Ya Ali his songs are still on my mind During my childhood 😊

Great piece.. MUCH respect and love for Gerry.

A great sing & songwriter.

Everyone does not have a storybook life,anywhere.Back in the 70's ,music said something,told stories,made you

Way him and Billy sound the same plus the humblebums and just pals for life....just love it ❤

A beautiful soul x

what a performer miss him loads xxx

I loved his song "Her Father Didn't Like Me Anyway". Look that one up, it's good.

Thank you so much for posting this!

Wish this documentary was available to buy - I would.

@trackske It is a very special piece of film because it is the one & only time that Gerry ever looked comfortable in front of the camera. when he is playing with Rab Noakes it's as if he has forgotten the camera was even there.- compare that to the slightly uncomfortable awkwardness you see in any of the other footage on youtube or elsewhere when you see Gerry...

Yes very nice interview, huge fan. "Home and dry" is Outstanding!

Until recently , three weeks ago, only songs I knew were Right Down The Line and Stuck In The Middle. …… Man he was a genius !! I listen to his songs everyday. As soon as I wake up ….. Easy To Talk is playing

Whether it's musicians from Wales, England, Scotland or Ireland, they are down to Earth and connected. Substance.

I miss Gerry so much.

6:00 hilarious. Shine on Gerry & Billy ♥️

What a fabulous musician....

Thank you

I would love to thank him for his beautiful music 🎶💓❣️

You know, I think The Ark is one of my favorite songs by him.... In my experience, some of the better pieces are those that aren't actual hits sometimes.

Close your eyes and he sounds exactly like Billy Connelly. Pity they didn't stay together and somehow combine Billy's comedy with Gerry's skills as a musician. They could have been a fantastic team. Hay ho!

@normamcneill151

Жыл бұрын

He sounds nothing like billy

@phildavenport4150

Жыл бұрын

@@normamcneill151 Try John Lennon..

Its been you - right down the line. Beautiful.

ACTUALLY, when he said he loved Gounod's "Ave Maria", they play SCHUBERT's "Ave Maria" in the background!!!

@Muttley Yes, she seemed to know him well. Lovely warm person.

Love Gerry

SO underrated.

John Byrne 🤙

Dave Lennon, thanks so much for your videos of Gerry. It's great to find them in one place! I have seen all 4 parts of the documentary, but now I can't find Part 3. For some reason, it can't be viewed in the US. You wouldn't happen to know where I could see it again? Thanks so much!

CLASS !

Awesome!!!!!! GRANDE, GARRY!!! Desde El Salvador,

Ken Burns should do a short on this man. He's done more than most from this era.

As a stubborn Yorkshire git,I adore Gerry say their telling the big shots he dunt give 2 shits about em,hell do it on his terms,like me, only Iv zero talent and it’s cost me a bloody fortune,my pride has stopped me doing a lot of things so we are better as a minority among our people, but when it’s someone who has the chance to conform and compromise to be a star but doesn’t? Gotta love the ability to make that decision,stupid or not it takes a certain person 🇬🇧👍

Wordsmith

💯🎶♥️

John Byrne has something of the Alexander Graham Bell about him

I didn't grow up in a religious household, but I had family members who were (are) religious.

@adamziolkowski2549

4 жыл бұрын

What really matters is your spirituality, not religion 😉

Gerry was groovy

Int he great

Night Owl!