The John in this song is John Stokes, who was Sinéad O'Connor's piano teacher. She sings his praises, letting him know she loves him and thinks the world of her. Although Sinéad was madly in love with him, he resisted her advances. "He wasn't interested in me at all because he was quite sensible and knew that I was completely out of my mind," she wrote in her memoir Rememberings. "Still, we were friends and I was really fond of him, loved him very, very much." Rest in Peace, Sinéad. There are many, many fans that loved you too and will miss you.
I remember an interview where Sinèad said she thought that she actually wrote it to herself. She mentioned that her name is a feminized form of John. Whatever the case, it’s a remarkable song.❤
What a voice, what a talent! For years she took serious shit for her protest against the Pope and the RC church. She took a slam that she never really recovered from, and is impacted by to this day. As an Irish woman, and someone who was raised Catholic, now it seems she was very much aware of things most could not or would not talk about. She was RIGHT! Totally spot on. A very brave soul indeed!
One of my ultimate favorite songs by this beautiful, sensitive soul. My heart breaks for you, Sinead. I'm devastated by your passing. I wish you all the peace you could not find on this earth.
We lost the heart of Ireland sInead oconno'r and the heart of Stornoway in Christine McLeod within a fortnight god bless Angeles playing with our hearts.RESPECT.
Uma altruísta que ajudava os outros sem receber nada em troca. Nós deixou cedo e por morte natural, mas está agora em paz com seu menino. Nunca será esquecida através das tuas músicas que ficou pra marcar. Vamos te ouvir e amar sempre minha cantora irlandesa Sinéad O'Connor é a única e melhor voz de todos os tempos. Adeus 🙏🕊
Nearly 19 years ago I played this after my mother's funeral. It still makes me cry and now I cry for you Sinead. I'm so thankful you left me an amazing legacy in music. You were an original and there will never be another like you. ❤
John I love you I’m ever so fond of you Will you wait for me ‘Til I am heavenly Oh there’s much work to do But I love you Oh you’re tender Your names a whisper I let tears fall like rain Apple-sized they were All over her And through all of those times When you could have died This is what you find There’s life outside your mothers garden There’s life beyond your wildest dreams There hasn’t been any explosion We’re not spinning like Dorothy If you look now then you’ll see why Don’t be afraid to cry This time don’t let yourself fly Child Pick up those dancing shoes Kick off those wedding blues These are the ways You can choose Child you’re tender Your names a whisper There’s life outside your mothers garden There’s life beyond your wildest dreams There hasn’t been any explosion We’re not spinning like Dorothy If you look now then you’ll see why Don’t be afraid to cry This time don’t let yourself fly Child Pick up those dancing shoes Kick off those wedding blues These are the ways You can choose Child I love you I’m ever so fond of you
I'm so sorry to hear of the pain you were going thru ..the world missed you you have a lot to tell this world thru your music..and was a very talented beautiful sensitive artist we miss you dearest one❤️💜😹
Una sensibilita' speciale, una voce pura come il cristallo, occhi bellissimi dove l' anima si specchia e dona bellezza. La musica e' stata la tua cura per il male di vivere e il dolore che hai sopportato.Sei stata un dono speciale e ti portero' nel cuore. Amore per te, trova la pace ❤
I loved her and have been in two of her concert , she was an amazing voice and her songs specially "universal mother album" where so underknown by people : she was the best
Looks like I'm the first to post here since she passed away. Awful news, so talented and so much heartache since her son died. Some of her live versions of her songs - like this one, are just amazing. What range and emotion she sung with, she was so underappreciated.
Un talento unico e una voce altrettanto speciale, Sinead era un prezioso dono che il mondo non si meritava, sensibile e tormentata da ricordi terribili aveva bisogno di amore e di comprensione. E' stata isolata perche' diceva la verita'.Tocca sempre il cuore, canta con il suo cuore.Grazie Sinead, non ti dimenticheremo, la tua musica divina restera' per sempre.❤
The differences in how she sings here and how she sings another times when you can see her singing with her entire being and not worried about anybody else or anything else night and day night and day she still sounds beautiful but it's so different
A hard song to sing live but as allways Sinéad smashed it with amazing emotion. Her eyes are striking she's so beautiful bless her heart. Universal Mother is a pure work of art it's a classic 🙏
I love this song so much, I think more than even Nothing Compares 2 U. RIP Sinead. Couldn’t believe when I heard it earlier. I missed out in seeing you perform live in Galway a few years back and I’m gutted. I hope you are at peace now wherever you are
When the CD came out I bought it and threw it into the CD Player. This was the second song on it I believe. We had our first baby a few months before. My name is John. It really just hit me all over! Such a great song and this performance is a testament to how good she and the band were. No lip sync, no ear piece, just a voice matching the music perfectly.
Sinead has changed my Life completely,I remember when I first saw and heard her..It was real bliss.she captevated me at first..she has been an influence on me since then..I am so deeply sorry my dear for your huge loss,your beloved son Shane...I wish I were there in IRELAND to console and comfort you, to stand by you..You Will always be my favorite shamrock..dearest Sinead, be aware that the whole world loves you..May God be with you through this period of time.I love you so much my Irish Princess..
She certainly was right. And it was not unknown what was going on, but no one cared. Look how many still don't care. Belief is more powerful than truth.
I JUST discovered this today about the song. Keep in mind that Sinead was sent to an all-girls Catholic School, so she did know her Bible: "Book of John 3:16 - John I love You, I'm ever so fond of You. I let tears of repentance fall like rain, there's life outside your mother (Eve's) garden. // Kick off the wedding blues of the old husband (BOOK OF ROMANS 7:2-4). //Child, you're tender. (Ephesians 4:32) Your Name's a whisper. Ah, such is the new heart we receive in Christ. // (Ezekial. 36:26). This time don't let yourself die - but be born of the spirit - John 3:3 . [Not to mention The Wizard of Oz: "We're not spinning like Dorthy."-]
I keep coming back to this. This paean to love. Weeks ago I woke up humming it, after not hearing it for 22 years... and now I come back to it, every day or two, like a lover/
The most perfect beautiful sad lullaby I've ever heard, it comes from your very real experience, what a inspiration! one of my most fav of Her. God bless you Woman, it has been a difficult way you to walk in your life, like many others maybe. Sinéad I love you.
She's a spellbinding singer, the charisma, the lyrics, the voice. She has everything. Her first two albums are astonishing, this third one has its moments too.
Que dolor siento mucho por sinead Oconnor imposible no llorar yo también tengo una sobrina que tiene bipolaridad su conducta no le deja ejercer su carrera de doctor
I love Sinead OConner.........my favorite singer. And John Reynolds, John........ who I believe this is sung to, what a Wonderful Guy!! I REALLY 'VE HIM...AS A FRIEND, and AS A PRODUCER Manager musical directed, songwriter Power House Drummer....john..............😢I'm fighting hard......
Oh to be called John, when this is for you. Gorgeous. Marginalised and derided, Sinead has seen all her British critics off who couldn’t handle her questioning of the status quo. Innocence will always float above cynicism. Xx
The John in this song is John Stokes, who was Sinéad O'Connor's piano teacher. She sings his praises, letting him know she loves him and thinks the world of her. Although Sinéad was madly in love with him, he resisted her advances. "He wasn't interested in me at all because he was quite sensible and knew that I was completely out of my mind," she wrote in her memoir Rememberings. "Still, we were friends and I was really fond of him, loved him very, very much."
Rest in Peace, Sinéad. There are many, many fans that loved you too and will miss you.
Really? I have always thought this beautiful song and music was about, for and to she and John Waters and their daughter Roisin..
I remember an interview where Sinèad said she thought that she actually wrote it to herself. She mentioned that her name is a feminized form of John. Whatever the case, it’s a remarkable song.❤
I don"t believe you in this impression she gave.
Merci beaucoup pour ces précisions.
J'aime tant Sinéad et connaître un peu sa vie me fait vraiment plaisir ❤
@@Raerae57 it really is. she put together some heavenly melodies. a perfect indian is another example.
What a voice, what a talent!
For years she took serious shit for her protest against the Pope and the RC church. She took a slam that she never really recovered from, and is impacted by to this day. As an Irish woman, and someone who was raised Catholic, now it seems she was very much aware of things most could not or would not talk about.
She was RIGHT! Totally spot on. A very brave soul indeed!
One of my ultimate favorite songs by this beautiful, sensitive soul. My heart breaks for you, Sinead. I'm devastated by your passing. I wish you all the peace you could not find on this earth.
❤🌹🙏
The same about me.
this is the most beautiful song about love ever. been going around and around in my head since the heartbreaking news Peace Sinead. You are loved.
RIP Sinead. This song comforted me through hard times.
Same
Yes, me too....thank you for that Sinead
Idem
Her musicians were always so sympathetic to her songs and so perfectly in tune with her.
Sinéad thinking of you and reading your book again. Love the chapters about each of your album. Universal Mother my fav. Thank you.
We lost the heart of Ireland sInead oconno'r and the heart of Stornoway in Christine McLeod within a fortnight god bless Angeles playing with our hearts.RESPECT.
Uma altruísta que ajudava os outros sem receber nada em troca. Nós deixou cedo e por morte natural, mas está agora em paz com seu menino. Nunca será esquecida através das tuas músicas que ficou pra marcar. Vamos te ouvir e amar sempre minha cantora irlandesa Sinéad O'Connor é a única e melhor voz de todos os tempos. Adeus 🙏🕊
This rendition never fails to mesmerise me! The intricacies of the song , her voice, her beauty, her soul.
Nearly 19 years ago I played this after my mother's funeral. It still makes me cry and now I cry for you Sinead. I'm so thankful you left me an amazing legacy in music. You were an original and there will never be another like you. ❤
John I love you
I’m ever so fond of you
Will you wait for me
‘Til I am heavenly
Oh there’s much work to do
But I love you
Oh you’re tender
Your names a whisper
I let tears fall like rain
Apple-sized they were
All over her
And through all of those times
When you could have died
This is what you find
There’s life outside your mothers garden
There’s life beyond your wildest dreams
There hasn’t been any explosion
We’re not spinning like Dorothy
If you look now then you’ll see why
Don’t be afraid to cry
This time don’t let yourself fly
Child
Pick up those dancing shoes
Kick off those wedding blues
These are the ways
You can choose
Child you’re tender
Your names a whisper
There’s life outside your mothers garden
There’s life beyond your wildest dreams
There hasn’t been any explosion
We’re not spinning like Dorothy
If you look now then you’ll see why
Don’t be afraid to cry
This time don’t let yourself fly
Child
Pick up those dancing shoes
Kick off those wedding blues
These are the ways
You can choose
Child I love you
I’m ever so fond of you
@@personY-wg7dySinead's lyrics are superior to most lyrics that I've ever heard.
I'm so sorry to hear of the pain you were going thru ..the world missed you you have a lot to tell this world thru your music..and was a very talented beautiful sensitive artist we miss you dearest one❤️💜😹
Una sensibilita' speciale, una voce pura come il cristallo, occhi bellissimi dove l' anima si specchia e dona bellezza. La musica e' stata la tua cura per il male di vivere e il dolore che hai sopportato.Sei stata un dono speciale e ti portero' nel cuore. Amore per te, trova la pace ❤
Она необыкновенно хороша!!! Ни на кого не похожа! Единственная! Прекрасная! Волшебный голос!!! ❤️
I loved her and have been in two of her concert , she was an amazing voice and her songs specially "universal mother album" where so underknown by people : she was the best
She won the war against dry minds, we love you Sinead, so clear. Don't be afraid to continue the fly❤(from Jujuy,Argentina)
Looks like I'm the first to post here since she passed away. Awful news, so talented and so much heartache since her son died. Some of her live versions of her songs - like this one, are just amazing. What range and emotion she sung with, she was so underappreciated.
So beautiful. She pours herself out for all to see and feel. Sing is sweet peace, Sinead.
Could be the most beautiful song yet written. Composed and performed by the woman with the most beautiful voice... eyes... and soul.
This song was the theme to a trip to Ireland in 1998 that changed my life.
So talented & beautiful. Her eyes are extraordinary R.I.P. dear Sinead.
She and her music is a kind of perfect behaviour. Be blessed eternally, R.I.P.!
I woke up this morning with this song in my head. She is a flawless talent. We don't deserve her.
So sad that she's gone now. Gone, but never forgotten. Rest in Peace, Sinéad. There are many, many fans that loved you and will miss you.
@@perryb5984So very true 😢 😔
Wonderful, both she and the voice 😇
RIP Sinead, you always sang sweet lullabies and love songs
The most beautiful song she ever did sing
She was so troubled and so gifted. She reached out for help so many times. I can only hope she has found the peace she so needed. RIP Sinead ❤😢
"THERE'S LIFE OUTSIDE YOUR MOTHER'S GARDEN, THERE'S LIFE BEYOND..." 🖤🔥
Un talento unico e una voce altrettanto speciale, Sinead era un prezioso dono che il mondo non si meritava, sensibile e tormentata da ricordi terribili aveva bisogno di amore e di comprensione. E' stata isolata perche' diceva la verita'.Tocca sempre il cuore, canta con il suo cuore.Grazie Sinead, non ti dimenticheremo, la tua musica divina restera' per sempre.❤
The most beautiful woman, heart, voice, and soul right there. I love you so much Sinead!!
Me TOO!!!
How cute she is
I love her so much.
Love you Sinead 💓💓💓
Love Sinead.
Un alma muy avanzada para el mundo difícil que vivió, eres celestial 🙏💚
The differences in how she sings here and how she sings another times when you can see her singing with her entire being and not worried about anybody else or anything else night and day night and day she still sounds beautiful but it's so different
why hasnt one child heard this, here i am 9 years later, the woman told you the truth.
A hard song to sing live but as allways Sinéad smashed it with amazing emotion. Her eyes are striking she's so beautiful bless her heart. Universal Mother is a pure work of art it's a classic 🙏
yes, her best record I think.
She is walking and breathing honest emotion.
I`ve listened to the album where this song is a MILLION times!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love this song so much, I think more than even Nothing Compares 2 U. RIP Sinead. Couldn’t believe when I heard it earlier. I missed out in seeing you perform live in Galway a few years back and I’m gutted. I hope you are at peace now wherever you are
....how I loved this song.........
What an angel, so sad she is gone....
When the CD came out I bought it and threw it into the CD Player. This was the second song on it I believe. We had our first baby a few months before. My name is John. It really just hit me all over! Such a great song and this performance is a testament to how good she and the band were. No lip sync, no ear piece, just a voice matching the music perfectly.
Exactly!💝
Who sings like this? No one! Bellisimo!
RIP Sinead..........just gobsmacked to hear this news........
Sinead has changed my Life completely,I remember when I first saw and heard her..It was real bliss.she captevated me at first..she has been an influence on me since then..I am so deeply sorry my dear for your huge loss,your beloved son Shane...I wish I were there in IRELAND to console and comfort you, to stand by you..You Will always be my favorite shamrock..dearest Sinead, be aware that the whole world loves you..May God be with you through this period of time.I love you so much my Irish Princess..
Dear Generation Z: I will never forgive us for cancelling one of the greatest singers that ever existed.
She was right all along.
She certainly was right. And it was not unknown what was going on, but no one cared. Look how many still don't care. Belief is more powerful than truth.
And she was right about Islam too and to embrace it.
??? What did we do
what do you mean gen z lmao when did gen z "cancel" her?
Sinead is in my top 5 of people who can truly sing live
Who are the other four?
The voice from Heaven
One of the top 10 iconic singers in history!
Sinead looks so pretty and her voice is so light and bright x
The wonderful singer that she is outshines her songwriting. This is a masterpiece! Great modal song! I love her very much!
Sinéad I Love you ❤️💕❤️
I love how complicated she is. She's not a pop singer, she's a protest singer. She kept her promise to the Holy Spirit.
She is beautiful
and its all past fun for you, for shame. bet you hand off your shared kids to new boyfriend, you are evil.
I JUST discovered this today about the song. Keep in mind that Sinead was sent to an all-girls Catholic School, so she did know her Bible: "Book of John 3:16 - John I love You, I'm ever so fond of You. I let tears of repentance fall like rain, there's life outside your mother (Eve's) garden. // Kick off the wedding blues of the old husband (BOOK OF ROMANS 7:2-4). //Child, you're tender. (Ephesians 4:32) Your Name's a whisper. Ah, such is the new heart we receive in Christ. // (Ezekial. 36:26). This time don't let yourself die - but be born of the spirit - John 3:3 . [Not to mention The Wizard of Oz: "We're not spinning like Dorthy."-]
@@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole now she's a muslim. lol
@@Vasoooo1989 Well, I quote Shakespeare, but I'm not an actor. (Actually, I am, but you get the point).
OMG, this is so beautiful.... & today in Bray - she's gone 😥😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
I haven't heard this in a long time. I can't listen to it without tearing up. RIP Sinead for saying your peace.
Rest peacefully beautiful lady!💔💔💔
I've come to visit this after todays shocking sad news.
I've always loved this song.
R. I. P. S x
Unbelievable performance ... such a difficult song to sing! Just gorgeous ...
I keep coming back to this. This paean to love. Weeks ago I woke up humming it, after not hearing it for 22 years... and now I come back to it, every day or two, like a lover/
The most perfect beautiful sad lullaby I've ever heard, it comes from your very real experience, what a inspiration! one of my most fav of Her. God bless you Woman, it has been a difficult way you to walk in your life, like many others maybe. Sinéad I love you.
Love this song awesome one of a kind😲😘🥰
Such a beautiful, beautiful woman, at her most sublime here and just such a radiant beauty x
She's a spellbinding singer, the charisma, the lyrics, the voice. She has everything. Her first two albums are astonishing, this third one has its moments too.
Amazing...so sad she's gone...
One of the best voices of my lifetime!
I love you Sinead.
she's so insanely gorgeous!!!!!!!
look at those doe-eyes....like almond...i love you sinead!!!
THE BEST SONG FOREVER
Que dolor siento mucho por sinead Oconnor imposible no llorar yo también tengo una sobrina que tiene bipolaridad su conducta no le deja ejercer su carrera de doctor
What a beautiful and important song. If only all siblings looked out for each other like this...
Sinead and Jeff Buckley: the two operatic singers of the 90's.
Every time I hear this song I get emotional
La mas hermosa, la mejor, grande Sinead,
This is the first time I heard this song. It's fantastic Thanks for sharing.
"Universal Mother" is one of her best albums 🙂
Si eres John y eres fan de Sinéad seguro estarías derritiendote de amor cada vez que oyes esta pieza ♡
Sensacional mujer con una voz hermosamente melodiosa, que hasta el día de hoy se escucha en plenitud. Sinéad O'connor...exelente!!!
I love Sinead OConner.........my favorite singer. And John Reynolds, John........ who I believe this is sung to, what a Wonderful Guy!! I REALLY 'VE HIM...AS A FRIEND, and AS A PRODUCER Manager musical directed, songwriter Power House Drummer....john..............😢I'm fighting hard......
What a voice, beautiful.
Very well written - gorgeous melody, complex. Way to go, Sinead.
Divine soul , we love you ❤️ always
oh jeez,how beautiful and simple is this love song,sinead,my godess x
i love her so much.she is so real it hurts
RIP Sinead!
i will miss you
absolute magic. angel.
100000 likes are not enough ...
Irish princess🍀🧡
You are always have a new sinead. . A best came from the best!!!
Que linda ela era.Voz encantadora.
Sinead, you are wonderful, beautiful woman! Stay strong, we need you!
Masterpiece !!!
Delicate expression is left in my mind after watching this.
Sinead is beautiful,singer,woman,Godchild
she reminds me Winona Ryder :-)
Yeah with hair she looked so much like Winona. Also a little like Audrey Hepburn.
I love you Sinead! Forever!
I sent a message on that black heart card way back when. I love you so much you have no idea!
She always loved my dad
Meu Deus como ela era linda ❤️.
Oh to be called John, when this is for you. Gorgeous. Marginalised and derided, Sinead has seen all her British critics off who couldn’t handle her questioning of the status quo. Innocence will always float above cynicism. Xx
Que vos tan bella, mil años para sentir ese mismo sentimiento...
I love you to sinead always will
Gorgeous spirit
Peace and unity for ALL of us. Havent we learnt enough from past experiences??