Barrett's Privateers | The Longest Johns | Stan Rogers Cover
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- Опубликовано: 8 авг 2023
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Stan Rogers has been a huge inspiration to us ever since we started singing together 11 years ago! This is one of the first songs we ever did by him, and it's been heavily requested! Hope you enjoy
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LYRICS:
Oh, the year was 1778,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
A letter of marque come from the king,
To the scummiest vessel I’d ever seen
(Chorus)
God damn them all!
I was told we’d cruise the seas for American gold
We’d fire no guns - shed no tears
Now I’m a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett’s Privateers.
Oh, Elcid Barrett cried the town,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
For twenty brave men all fishermen who
would make for him the Antelope’s crew (Chorus)
The Antelope sloop was a sickening sight,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
She’d a list to the port and and her sails in rags
And the cook in scuppers with the staggers and the jags (Chorus)
On the King’s birthday we put to sea,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
We were 91 days to Montego Bay
Pumping like mad-men all the way (Chorus)
On the 96th day we sailed again,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
When a bloody great Yankee hove in sight
With our cracked four pounders we made to fight (Chorus)
The Yankee lay low down with gold,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
She was broad and fat and loose in stays
But to catch her took the Antelope two whole days (Chorus)
Then at length we stood two cables away,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
Our cracked four pounders made an awful din
But with one fat ball the Yank stove us in (Chorus)
The Antelope shook and pitched on her side,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
Barrett was smashed like a bowl of eggs
And the Maintruck carried off both me legs (Chorus)
So here I lay in my 23rd year,
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
It’s been 6 years since we sailed away
And I just made Halifax yesterday (Chorus) 
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"Barrett's Privateers" is a fictional sea shanty written by Stan Rogers in the 1970s but evokes the spirit of the age of privateering. While the ship (the Antelope), Captain Elcid Barrett, and the disastrous Caribbean voyage are inventions, the song accurately captures the dangers of privateering life, the lure of potential riches, and the often grim realities faced by sailors during the late 18th century.
I'm not sure if it's "Elcid" as his first name, or "El cid" meaning "the lord" in Spanish.
More Stan Rogers please!
Including the maid on the shore.
@@The4thKing2003 absolutely, but I realize now that they've already done a few stan rogers songs. Flowers of Bermuda or Bluenose are good
110% we need more 🇨🇦
I wholeheartedly agree!
As a born and raised Nova Scotia I 100 percent agree. I want Woodbridge Dog Disaster and Harris and the Mare covered so bad! Maybe even House of Orange
0:57 jd literally listing to port while singing that line made me genuinely cackle, well played
Nothing quite like storytelling through shanties. And nothing quite like the Longest John's trademark harmonies to deliver a fun take on Stan Rogers.
Longest johns doing Stan Rogers Cover? Yep its gonna be fire🔥🔥
You guys never fail to please. But lets be honest, it be very hard to go wrong with Stan Rogers. The man was a true genius at writing music. I'd love to hear you guys cover White squall or The Last watch. Your harmony would make those songs so much more impactful
Both great suggestions.
Or Field Behind The Plow
@@Cryolemon oh yes, another Excellent choice.
I personally love the Idiot or Mary Ellen Carter, and would love to hear them cover that.
@@Mr_T_Badger They've done a wonderful Mary Ellen Carter ruclips.net/video/JKsVidS70xQ/видео.html
Long live Stan Rogers. Thanks to the Johns (and Canadian punkers The Dreadnoughts) for keeping Stan's music alive!
The harmonies! The storytellling!! The listing to port!!! All of it shines! (Your request for suggestions is covered up by your video suggestions, but I will again suggest "The Golden Vanity")
I think they need a bass singer
I will second the motion for The Golden Vanity, or maybe even throw in Over the Hills and Far Away
@@neffomp I'm going to keep suggesting it, because I suspect it's not as well-known as modern songs written in "the Shanty Tradition," and I want people to get curious and look it up (also, I think it would appeal to TLJ fans who love songs like "Eli, the Barrow Boy" and "Sam Hall"). ... Just looked it up on Wikipedia, right now. Apparently, it goes back to a Child Ballad, and the first known version is from 1636, and it's original title was "The Sweet Trinity" (which is the title of the Wikipedia article).
And they got the right side too! Not the "Right" side the Right side... lol and to the people who don't know Starboard is Right PortSide is Left and he leaned to the left. So he got it right because he didn't go right.
@@brianivany584 My dad served in the U.S. Coast Guard in the 1950s, on an ice-cutter, and when I was a little kid, he taught me how to remember port from Starboard: Both "Port" and "Left" have 4 letters. "Starboard" has more letters than "port" and "right" has more letters than "left."
Being here in Nova Scotia, or New Scotland, I am a true Stan Rogers fan. As I have said before I love your covers of his and everyone you do. You always add that little twist that makes it your own when you are following the original so close. I'm going to see his brother, Garnet, in a couple of weeks. He was in Stans band and sang on some of his recordings. Have you heard his song "Welcome to Hell"? There are live vids of him doing it at some of his shows.. you could always substitute some of the government leaders names. Keep up the good work, you bring so many smiles to peoples faces.
I only have Garnet's 1984 album...obviously, I've been neglecting him for too long. I also don't have all of Stan's albums, either. It is nice to hear a cover of anything of Stan's, but Barrett's Privateers has always been my favorite. The version on Home in Halifax seems impossible to beat, unless there's another live version I haven't gotten to hear yet.
If you get the chance, listen to his son Nathan Rogers too. I missed him twice now due to illness and I regret it quite a bit. He’s the spitting image of his dad’s voice.
@@Mr_T_Badger- Nathan performed in our Labrador venue a few years ago, during a tour where he was performing only Stan’s songs. I was in the box-office when he did his sound check and the auditorium doors were open. All of a sudden I was covered in goosebumps and the hairs on the back of my neck were standing on end. I thought I was hearing a ghost! I walked in to the auditorium, half expecting to see Stan on stage. It was eerie how much like his dad he sounded.
A Canadian classic! Nobody does it quite like Stan Rogers but love me a Longest Johns cover
Always love a JD lead! My vote still lays with The Last Shanty!
Seconded!
Would love to hear them make the Qftry polish part
Italian here. I have only the faintest idea where Halifax is. I really have no business liking this song so much. And yet I do, and this is one of the best versions around. Would be nice hearing people sing it in a pub, someday.
My wife’s nana landed in Halifax from Italy with 5 boys (one her dad) in the 1960’s!
So good! Brilliant first bit with Andy and Robbie joining JD on the couch. I have a huge, silly smile on my face right now :D The harmonies felt extra delicious today for some reason.
All in all, extremely adequate. Adequate deluxe.
Other songs, well I guess it can't hurt to mention Diggy-diggy hole again ;)
I agree, "Diggy diggy hole" would be great in their performance
Well done boys, Stan Rogers would be proud.
I would humbly request Fisherman's Wharf or The Wreck of The Athen's Queen. To be honest, I'd just straight up buy an album of Stan Rogers covers by The Longest Johns.
Heck, I’ll buy anything they record.
Agreed!
Upvote this comment ffs
A TLJ album of Stan Rogers covers is exactly what I didn’t know I needed
Please!
It delights me to run around the world of RUclips covers in search of the version of my favorite songs that bests to original. In the case of Stan Rogers it needs to be acknowledged that there is only tributes... 😉
a cover of 'Over the Hills' form sharpe or 'Cornwall My Home' from the fishermans friends would be amazing
Great job, my sons. I've not heard a better rendition. Truly rousing. And yes, I think Stan would approve, God rest his very fine soul.
I like how JD leaned to his left at "list to port". A real shantyman knows.
You did all four harmonic parts! I was worried it wouldn't be the same but you did it!
It's that hidden baritone. It was in Sound of Silence as well.
I've always liked the story told in this song, and I feel like someone could make a movie out of it if they wanted to, with this song playing during the end credits (though probably the original Stan Rogers version).
Stan Rogers
These guys were my childhood and Im happy to find them again
You're all having so much FUN! Such a delight! You do Stan Rogers proud.
It would be amazing if you put all of the covers you have made recently into an album so I can buy & listen to it!
I would buy that too!
You Guys are one of my favorite shanty groups ever. I listen to your music most of the day.
Love to see one of my favorite Stan Rogers songs. Would love to hear antiguan graveyard, agamemnon, or fire marengo
cant wait to see some more stan rogers, if you're looking for a place to start go for the flowers of Bermuda, its one of my favorites
Can we please get these amazing covers y’all are doing as an album?! These are so good!!
Really looking forward to seeing you guys in Montreal!!
Yaaay! Barrett's has been one of my favourites recently. Would still love to hear you do a rendition of "The Wild Rover"
When I saw you gents in Phoenix, AZ, you opened with a cover/parody of Billy Joel’s The Longest Time, I’d love to hear a studio recording of it!
What a banger 🌭 love the return to a Capella for a change. my vote for next would be Whup! Jamboree - it’s a mood like no other
Stan Rogers is always a treat! Great cover boys!
Oh, I'd love your take on a Dougie McLean song, maybe "Ready for the storm" or "Don't look down"? :)
Can this beautiful rendition make its way to spotify?
It's been six years since we asked for this song and you only made it yesterday. ;-)
You guys covered my favorite shanty, and it turned out amazing! The harmonies were incredible, and you boys looked like you had an absolute blast making this! This was a joy to listen to, thank you for this!!
Been waiting for 7 years to hear y’all sing this! FINALLY!
They've song it before
Oh, the year was 1778
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
When a letter of marque came from the king
To the scummiest vessel I'd ever seen!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
Oh, El Cid Barrett cried the town
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
For twenty brave men, all fishermen who
Would make for him the Antelope's crew!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
The Antelope sloop was a sickening sight
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
She'd a list to the port, and her sails in rags
And the cook in the scuppers with the staggers and jags!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
On the king's birthday, we sailed away
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
We were 91 days to Montego Bay
Pumping like madmen all the way!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
On the 96th day, we sailed again
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
When a bloody great Yankee hove in sight
With our cracked four-pounders, we made to fight!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
The Yankee lay low down with gold
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
She was broad and fat, and loose in stays
But to catch her took the Antelope two whole days!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
Then at length, we stood two cables away
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
Our cracked four pounders made an awful din
But with one fat ball, the Yank stove us in!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
The Antelope shook and pitched on her side
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
Barrett was smashed like a bowl of eggs
And the main-truck carried off both my legs!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
So, here I lay in my 23rd year
How I wish I was in Sherbrooke now!
It's been six years since we sailed away
And I just made Halifax yesterday!
God damn them all!
I was told we'd cruise the seas for American gold
We'd fire no guns, shed no tears!
Now I'm a broken man on a Halifax pier
The last of Barrett's privateers!
Yes! So glad you did this one! Love the maritime songs over the country ones.
🇨🇦Stan Rogers was a true Canadian legend 🇨🇦
Far more than adequate! This has made my day! You guys did such an amazing job.
This was wonderful guys ! Your Stan Rogers covers are always someting special ! 🌟🌟🌟 I'll continue suggesting Loch Lomond especially since hearing Andy's great take on a chillstream. A studio session of Sam Hall would also be lovely ! 😃
Great version... hope this one shows up on the vinyl I just kickstarted 🙂
Ohh man.. I love this song so much ♥
And it was made all the better by your silly shenanigans, hurray!
Another excellent cover & once again brilliant harmonies 😍
Well done lads! A proud Canadian tune! If you'd like to continue in our beloved songs may I suggest a cover of The Last Saskatchewan Pirate by the Arrogant Worms?
The Johns do their own version called "The Lasr Bristolian Pirate"
I have frustratingly missed almost all of this summer’s premieres, but I’m so glad I was here for this one.
AHhh this is one of my most favorite songs and you gents did it such justice!!! It can't get more adequate than this!!
So much energy, I love it! I would love to hear a studio version of Star of the County Down. Cheers, lads!
My son is now four months old, and you guys make him very happy. I guess im raising a pirate.
Without equality, and justice, peace is not useful. It is regrettable, but seemingly true.
My suggestions: a cover of the chemical workers' song would be cool, or one of Colm McGuinness' originals like The Last Length or Over and Under
i'd love to see white collar holler cover while your on the stan rogers hype train atm!
great music tho!
your voices are so lovely and smooth like warm butter
I stan that cover
Excellent cover! 💙 The emotion and gags were balanced just right. Had a blast listening and watching
Adequate! Adequate beyond words!
How about ‘Green Fields of France?’
Okay. I've listened to the intro like 4 times in a row. I swear JD is singing in a Canadian accent!!!!! I'm sure of it!
I think Stan would approve. Well done.
Andy's got some bass in him, never noticed that before
The absolute grip Stan Rogers has on my ears. This is a great cover.
🇨🇦Stan Rogers is my favorite 🇨🇦
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You guys do some of the best Stan Rogers covers I've ever heard!
I've always loved this tune... It's such a deep tune... Well done boys... Well done indeed...
I would love to ear you singing The water is wide 😀
I’ve genuinely listened to this on repeat
Another Canuck who grew up with the music of Stan Rogers. Thanks for this..more please.
Ah, I've been hoping for some time that you'd do this one! Excellent taste, exceptional arrangement, and a rousing performance, as always!
AAAhhh.... one of my faves..... thank you Gentlemen! Love your work.... thanks for so many over these past few years.
Nice work gents!
Can I suggest next up you guys do a video for Rattling Bog? Maybe with some animation to help tell the story? Should be lots of fun!
Oh long I have waited for this day. My hobby is starting singalongs of this song.
I was in that rowdy crowd at the Middle East club in Cambridge, Massachusetts on March 5, 2022, where a bunch of the audience kept calling out for you to do this song. And ya didn't (lol). But'cha did now, and it sounds great! Thank you!
FINALLY!!!!!! 🥳🥳🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏 I've been waiting for this! ADEQUATE!
Happy to have this as my ear worm today!
Friggin amazing
one of my all time favourite alone in the car singalong song :)
Spent much of my youth listening to Stan Rogers in my Mom's van and now my kids listen to y'all in mine. =) Thanks boys! (My Mom is now a fan of yours too.)
Hey friend. If you want something to bump to that's new? Listen to Heather Alexander/Alexander James Adams (it's the same person)
I am NOT joking when I say Alexander was and IS the soundtrack to my life. Every major event. Every car ride with dad. Every high and low. Trying to sleep as a kid my dad played Alexander every night. Seriously listen to Alexander. He does children's songs and war songs and if you like loud bass? Go give him a listen.
But just a warning, he, being seemingly a mild mannered sweet folk singer of a bit chaotic like the fey (that's his stage persona) hits decibels higher then pantera. You'll blow your speakers if you play it full volume. Ive killed a few myself that way listening to March of cambreth.
That's fabulous. Just fabulous.
My favorite shanty band singing my favorite shanty? Today is a good day.
This song often plays at my favorite mini golf courses (Pirate themed :D so cool) love this cover.
I can see plenty of fellow Stan Rogers fans are here. I want to agree with everyone else and that we love this cover!
Practically a Canadian anthem. Great job (although I miss Garnet’s note on ‘tears’. )
Here's my usual request to hear you guys cover Court of the Crimson King.
I am kind of curious to hear what Headstrong would sound like as a harmony, though.
Man that would blow my mind!
BEST Cover of Barretts from Stan I have seen yet!
A classic! The "list to the port" was a nice touch.
I'd love to hear your take on The Silver Ghost by Merle Haggard.
Puddlers tale is a great angry worker song if you guys are looking for another Stan (at least introduced to me through Stan) song to cover
Perfectly adequate as always!
Still hoping for a cover of “House of the Rising Sun” or Lead Belly’s “Where Did You Sleep Last Night?” :)
Do love me some Stan Rogers. Also, I'm adapting this for my goblin bard character in a DND campaign. Will come back with results.
I have been hoping this cover would happen for so long. You knocked it out of the park!
Are these all gonna be released on an album or something?? I sure hope so.
My favourite band covering my favourite singer with one of his best songs? Most adequate!
FINALLYY!!!
Man I have been waiting for this one! Thanks gents!
"The last of Garnett's private beers."
We are a very folkie household and we all sing, play, and perform. When my two youngest girls were in grade school I received a call from the principal telling me that my girls had gotten in trouble for singing this song's chorus (loudly and repeatedly) on the playground at recess, the problem being the cursing.The girls came home, I told them to cut it out. The next day at recess they launched into a song about loggers, the chorus of which begins "It's breakfast in hell, boys, breakfast in hell".
As a huge fan from Halifax, NS, this makes so happy
One of my favorites of the ones you all do on stream! Love how into it Robbie gets. :) Well done!
oh heck yeah. been hoping for an official video cover of this^^
This is awsome! My fav Stan song, and you did an truly amazing version. Will be listening on repeat! Bravo!!! ♡ You guys are great!
You finally did it! After so many requests for it! And it was fantastic as always! Your videos always make me happy!😀