Messenger Boy - Christie Hennessy

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  • Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
  • Acclaimed music documentary filmed during the last 2 months of singer-songwriter Chrisie Hennessy's life as he faced the painful challenge of asbestosis. The film is an uplifting testament to Christie's extraordinary talent and faith, with thought provoking contributions from fellow artists, family and friends.
    This moving documentary follows the making of Christie Hennessy's No.1 Duets album - ''The Two Of Us''. It contains touching interviews with Christie, his family and his friends. Artists such as Christy Moore, Luka Bloom, Tommy Fleming, Aled Jones, Victoria Hart, Finbar Furey, Moya Brennan, Mary Black, Frances Black, Luke Concannon, Liam O'Connor, Ronan Keating and Paul Brady who gave their services so readily speak about the man, his influences and his songs. This special DVD also features live footage from Christie's Cork Opera House Show and includes songs such as ''Messenger Boy'', ''Jealous Heart'' and many more.
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Комментарии • 225

  • @londonirish61
    @londonirish61 12 лет назад +53

    this is a great Documentary about Christie, he was my Uncle and he will live on in our hearts,

    • @mimudase
      @mimudase 3 года назад +2

      Lucky you!! You've a shínigh Star above you!! ✨✨✨✨x

    • @AnSeabhac2012
      @AnSeabhac2012 3 года назад +4

      He was a star and he was our local boy!

    • @mimudase
      @mimudase 3 года назад

      @@AnSeabhac2012 Gan aon dabht! 💕

    • @thomasmccarton3224
      @thomasmccarton3224 2 года назад +1

      I think he our cosusin two

    • @techdetective-uk
      @techdetective-uk Год назад +1

      A wonderful Guy - bless him and his simple soul every day - an old neighbour of mine

  • @DufferCork
    @DufferCork 12 лет назад +50

    For anyone who has a true love of Irish music, I ask you to sit back and give up 50 minutes of your time to appreciate the unique talent of Christy. Heart warming, heartfelt and the most unassuming gentle being who just knew how to make it sound just right.
    Christy you are an inspiration

    • @donalodriscoll6882
      @donalodriscoll6882 9 месяцев назад +2

      What a lovely modest man ,great meaningful songs ,loved his Irish concerts .

  • @garyoconnell9361
    @garyoconnell9361 9 лет назад +68

    What a total , utter and complete gentleman , a legend , a genius , an artist , a father a friend , his likes will never be seen again , a one off for sure , Thanks for the memories Christy,,,

  • @sentimentaloldme
    @sentimentaloldme 9 лет назад +42

    "It's good to be a little bit angry for a while, but not to hold on to it"...Rest In Peace Christie

    • @JaneWillowMusic
      @JaneWillowMusic 4 года назад +1

      agreed :)

    • @peterfrend5360
      @peterfrend5360 3 года назад +3

      I first saw Christie on The Kelly Show, many year's ago, & my impression of him was that he was a very talented singer songwriter, & a thorough gentleman who alway's seemed surprised by his success?
      Such a lovely natured man, & although so sad when he passed away, he leaves us with such beautiful songs to enjoy, & through these, Christie lives on. He is an Irish Legend & an Irish Gentleman.

  • @JaneWillowMusic
    @JaneWillowMusic 4 года назад +17

    I think this man is the most beautiful and kind Irish musician to ever have lived. I wrote one of my songs inspired by him, he's just a beacon of light to me. So beautiful

    • @mick1gallagher
      @mick1gallagher 2 года назад

      The only way to describe Christie is a lovely man

  • @paulnelson5713
    @paulnelson5713 5 лет назад +23

    I think Christy is up there with the very best Ireland has ever produced,A Man sent from the Heavens R.I.P. Christy, You are a Star.

  • @gedflynn
    @gedflynn 11 лет назад +26

    I watch this every now and again to put life into perspective. Christie IS a blessing.

  • @sandstoney
    @sandstoney 4 года назад +7

    Sure miss him ,great singer

  • @katiecoynemypsychiceyes666
    @katiecoynemypsychiceyes666 4 года назад +10

    Recently discovered the beautiful voice of Christie Hennessy. What a gentle, lovely man. Rest in peace, Sir.

  • @johnjoyce341
    @johnjoyce341 5 лет назад +12

    He came across as such a gentle,kind soul and totally unaffected by any fame.I don't think people realised how talented he was

  • @harp1e
    @harp1e 11 лет назад +12

    I try to watch this at least once a year to remind me of what is important in life.

  • @rossmorebaz
    @rossmorebaz 4 года назад +13

    i never met him .. but you can just tell what an absolutely lovely man and what a beautiful kind soul he was ... I'm glad that he found so much success and recognition as an artist later on in life .. . God Bless you Christy boy

  • @paddyrooney1352
    @paddyrooney1352 5 лет назад +11

    Finbar furey said it the best way he wasnt a legend christie was an artist his music will live forever in our hearts r.i.p you are a star

  • @loui839
    @loui839 11 лет назад +16

    this man pulls my heart strings every time i listen 2 him christy ur a legend RIP

  • @denisleonard574
    @denisleonard574 11 лет назад +7

    myself and my ten year old girl watched this ,,just made our christmas ,,RIP Christie x

  • @marybrown769
    @marybrown769 Год назад +4

    An iconic an absolute legend ❤xxx

  • @robertfegan6699
    @robertfegan6699 4 года назад +6

    I have watched this Christy video 5 times. Big regret never got to see him live

  • @CarlDeeno
    @CarlDeeno 4 года назад +16

    Watched this for the first time a few weeks ago and his songs have stayed in my head ever since. Had to watch again. Seemed like the most likeable person you could meet and really down to earth. A pure artist indeed. May he RIP

  • @damianconroy9276
    @damianconroy9276 2 года назад +5

    It's sad that Mr Hennessy could not read or right and was severely dislizc .But on the other hand if Christy had the gift of reading and righting the world might never have seen this man's beauty and courage.I think the illiteracy he dealt with all his life focused/dedicated him entirely to his life long love affair with music."I'm enjoying myself,and your paying for it". That's the way to look at your job and enjoy life,I think this quote is so inspirational.

    • @davidd.6492
      @davidd.6492 10 месяцев назад

      The Bould Ould Christie.... beautiful person and Hermione his daughter..🇮🇪

  • @mick1gallagher
    @mick1gallagher 2 года назад +4

    Christie was a lovely sincere man

  • @andrewbowyer5366
    @andrewbowyer5366 9 лет назад +36

    Having watched this film several times you cannot help but love this man. Such humility.

  • @katiecoynemypsychiceyes666
    @katiecoynemypsychiceyes666 Год назад +4

    Uch, I just love him. Rest in peace, Christie.

  • @michaelclancy9575
    @michaelclancy9575 Год назад +4

    Went to see h in London's jazz cafe, he looked into the crowd and spotted jack McCarthy from Dingle spike and said ladies and gentlemen he should be up on stage and not me, what a star he was

  • @kyleiange
    @kyleiange 9 лет назад +13

    Ah so sad listening to him speaking and knowing he has passed on,, A True legend lives on and on.....

  • @michaelogrady8111
    @michaelogrady8111 Год назад +6

    I'm so proud to be from Tralee but a bit ashamed that I didn't know about Christie until he had passed away. I play his music all the time now. Even have my family up to date. Long live Christie.

  • @MrSpearp
    @MrSpearp Год назад +5

    I heard this is the first time about you and the cost that you did with your friends and Africa give you a salute do you your people would give you the kindness for other people around the world I would love to see more videos so if you guys seen together giving Joy to the World thank you for your efforts and your kindness to us

  • @jamiebyrne458
    @jamiebyrne458 7 лет назад +13

    This man a people like him should be remembered because when there gone its very sad. And there is nobody of his like coming after him

  • @margaretcasey871
    @margaretcasey871 3 года назад +10

    What a lovely man. Absolutely love his voice and songs. ☘️☘️

  • @tomtandem
    @tomtandem 13 лет назад +13

    pure genius he was just pure brialliant never to be forgotten

  • @elishaesthermariajoyce8532
    @elishaesthermariajoyce8532 4 года назад +7

    Fabulous singer, God rest him, I have some beautiful memories of my own father, God rest him, having christys songs playing when he was driving.

  • @deeppurple883
    @deeppurple883 Год назад +6

    He holds a special place in my music heart. A special person beautiful heart and soul ✌️☘️

  • @user-wd8vh4ob8s
    @user-wd8vh4ob8s 5 лет назад +5

    I love Christie Hennessy discovered him 16 years ago at age 33. Was fortunate enough to see him in concert in cork in 2004 and went to the last goodbye concert in the national concert hall in Dublin in Feb 2019. Hermoine Amber and Tim are all lovely people and are the proud continuation of Christie’s spark of joy that he gifts is with.

  • @ainhogan
    @ainhogan 11 лет назад +7

    Just a genuine down to earth man and a wonderful act R.I.P Christie

  • @jackiem437
    @jackiem437 2 года назад +7

    I absolutely loved this man. Such a humble man. Love his songs too.

  • @RobbieDunn
    @RobbieDunn 11 лет назад +6

    What an amazing person with an amazing persona and presence his humility comes across in his interviews. He is one of thousands of balladeers who leave Ireland bring joy to many around the world

  • @josephinecarney4807
    @josephinecarney4807 7 лет назад +12

    One of my favourite performers, his voice, his persona, magical, too young to die, he did leave a wonderful legacy, unique.

  • @davehyde6207
    @davehyde6207 4 года назад +7

    2020 and still listening..rest well Christopher.

  • @ed1max
    @ed1max 13 лет назад +10

    Had the pleasure of his company a few times,a truly nice guy and a massive talent.

  • @AliciaVela-bj1kz
    @AliciaVela-bj1kz Год назад +8

    OMG watched this for 1st time today this man is just so talented and yet so heartbreaking just love his songs

  • @julie-vw7lc
    @julie-vw7lc 2 года назад +6

    One of the finest men ever lived. Class musician, singer and artist. Thanks Christy, truly an inspiration 🎶💫

  • @TRISHFITZ37
    @TRISHFITZ37 12 лет назад +10

    So much BEAUTY in his voice.....

  • @johnjoyce341
    @johnjoyce341 5 лет назад +5

    Everybody said he was a gentleman and he certainly comes across as that in this documentary

  • @paddyrooney1352
    @paddyrooney1352 5 лет назад +4

    We can all be angry that he has left us but his music will live on forever christie wasnt a legend he was bigger than a legend christie was an artist thank you my friend you are a star

  • @MySpred
    @MySpred 11 лет назад +5

    just brilliant,saw christie first in the brandon hotel tralee ,after that any time he played in ireland i made sure to be there,wonderfull singer.

  • @jasonwilson1010
    @jasonwilson1010 9 лет назад +11

    the greast irish man off all time we love you c

  • @wilsonfrazer8249
    @wilsonfrazer8249 7 лет назад +6

    Biggest regret never going to see him live,mans a legend

  • @patrickcassidy2919
    @patrickcassidy2919 4 года назад +4

    One of the nicest men,Rest in peace

  • @paulnolan9167
    @paulnolan9167 5 лет назад +4

    I was privileged to see christy perform at feile a gentle soul it was a special day..

  • @kevinjohn725
    @kevinjohn725 2 года назад +4

    I have just found this star, Only to find out he is on longer with us.
    I'm devastated. It's like Eva Cassady all over again .
    Both so talented and what a lovely men he looked and sounded.
    Love and respect to all his friends and family
    Life just isn't fair sometimes ....

  • @bernardpoplynch4593
    @bernardpoplynch4593 9 лет назад +6

    Christie was 1 of the greatest singers of folk music ever . met him on a few occasions in Tralee ................TRALEE LEGEND .......rest in peace CHRISTIE

  • @theirishshowman
    @theirishshowman 6 лет назад +6

    Beloved friend, you are never forgotten. Thank you Christie for paving the way, for your music and your love of our dear Tralee. 10 years ago today, the news rang out, you had gone home, to where there is the most beautiful bed waiting for you. Bye Bye Love, you are Our Star. X Rest in Peace

  • @carolinemackenzie2065
    @carolinemackenzie2065 Год назад +4

    He had me in tears but I so enjoyed his show - he could sing from his soul and his heart- totally awesomexxx

  • @josephsheridan4589
    @josephsheridan4589 3 года назад +3

    He is a star ,still a star ,R.I .P

  • @briansheehy1634
    @briansheehy1634 3 года назад +8

    She represented herself and her family impeccably in this interview. She comes across as a deeply caring individual and obviously loved her father in a way that most people don't experience. Good on her. She also has a fantastic voice and is very pretty. You have to wish her well

  • @padraicclarke3063
    @padraicclarke3063 2 года назад +3

    A beautiful person very witty also brings a tear to my eye when he sings rip pc.

  • @michaeldunne4770
    @michaeldunne4770 6 лет назад +5

    Wow what a singer he was. Christy may you Rip you Legend YNWA.

  • @MsAscension1
    @MsAscension1 8 месяцев назад +1

    Gawd i was introduced to Christie Hennessy 2 years by an alcoholic friend, who would constantly sing the song about being a star, every week, when he visited he would sing and this same song over and over, until i found myself singing it. I never listened to the original. Then things got really bad, on sleepless night i would wake you and start singing, critics never notice me, i'm not a star you see....finishing on, to be a star, to be a star, i am a star. This started happening so much in the middle of the night, goddam, i thought, Danny (my friend) you have a lot to answser for. THEN, 2 nights ago, i thought, hey, why not check out this Christie Hennessy and played this documentary and my god, it blew me away totally and brought more than a few tears to my eyes. I have played it through twice more since. The man was much more than a star, he was an example of how mankind SHOULD be, so kind, so humble, so compassionate, so loving, so positive, so utterly beautiful, radiant, a soul that i love, my goodness, what an impact. Christie, you just keep right on shining your radiant beams down upon us here on mother earth as we pass through hell. Bless your stunning soul and thank you to this site for posting this xxx

  • @TheCaithleen
    @TheCaithleen 8 лет назад +8

    The magnificence of all the glory of heaven comes through this man and his music his life

  • @bernardcolgan
    @bernardcolgan 7 лет назад +4

    What a lovely man...........................its seldom one hears such a man.....Christie you are a Star !!!!!

    • @maryclooneyhayes508
      @maryclooneyhayes508 7 лет назад

      the light of heaven to him one of the best lreland loved him he was. one of us

  • @letitbethisone
    @letitbethisone 9 лет назад +10

    you made me cry what a great story lovely family xxx

  • @dublinbred
    @dublinbred Год назад +3

    Christy seemed like an amazing fella, and someone I would loved to have known.

  • @luluzulu8947
    @luluzulu8947 4 года назад +4

    What a beautiful soul 🙏

  • @maryfahy3058
    @maryfahy3058 4 года назад +4

    The most wonderful man watching this film most humble and gentle person

  • @pcset12
    @pcset12 4 года назад +4

    I first saw Christy on the Late Late Show and I thought he was a bit of a joke but since then i think i was the fool because christy was a talented,humble.decent and an extremely good person,I love his songs and sing them everyday.

  • @geraldinepollard5382
    @geraldinepollard5382 7 лет назад +12

    What a lovely talented human being , songs of true meaning , i dont think he even realised how amazing he was !! X

  • @jamesdavern1138
    @jamesdavern1138 9 лет назад +4

    A FANTASTIC SINGER WRITER , HIS SONGS WILL LIVE ON R.I.P. CHRISTY.

  • @takeereeeezeeee7259
    @takeereeeezeeee7259 9 лет назад +5

    christy hennessy RIP. loved your music. never forgotten. A gentleman.

  • @eileennestor9274
    @eileennestor9274 9 лет назад +16

    That was the most beautiful touching story of Christies life what an inspiration he was so gentle & kind warm funny. But what a talented man love his outlook in life..A true gentleman

  • @alanhealy1885
    @alanhealy1885 7 лет назад +7

    R.I.P. Christy, a genius and more important,a gentleman.

  • @coolmum47
    @coolmum47 8 лет назад +6

    Yes, you were a star, a beautiful, bright shining star, and may your beauty eternally shine on.

  • @timmylawlor6821
    @timmylawlor6821 Год назад +3

    what a lovely man and such a talented songwriter

  • @eugenemurphy5434
    @eugenemurphy5434 10 лет назад +6

    Wonderful man singing wonderful songs.
    Sadly missed

  • @MrCOUNTYCORK
    @MrCOUNTYCORK 3 года назад +4

    RIP Christy a true Irish gentleman

  • @denisdavidbolton3981
    @denisdavidbolton3981 3 года назад +3

    Very Underestimated Singer/Song Writer, So Much Talent, I Heard 1of his Songs, All the Lies that told me,By Francis Black, When I Christie Hennesseys Version I Started to Listen to HIM. RIP, Bless You, A very Humble Man

  • @broncomick3570
    @broncomick3570 3 года назад +7

    On Friday 26 April 2021 I was feeling so low with this Covid Virus till I came across this , this man was so full of life and it was taken from him at such an early age, although sick he never gave up, it lifted my spirit now I,m not giving up , I am going to shear this video with all my friends and hope it lifts them. RIP Christy Hennessy and Thank you

    • @mimudase
      @mimudase 3 года назад

      Broncomick... I'm listening and reading your comment as I feel exactly like you felt (14th May 21!)
      Christie was a beautiful man in every way. ✨✨💕

  • @deborahking2367
    @deborahking2367 Год назад +3

    What an artist, what a beautiful soul! With much appreciation from Canada.

  • @dianescotter8089
    @dianescotter8089 Год назад +2

    Chester hennesey part 2
    Love this guy.. absolute honesty x

  • @MrBcooney
    @MrBcooney 10 лет назад +7

    Lovely lovely man so gifted so plesant and was truely blessed by his Angels

  • @patobrien6364
    @patobrien6364 2 года назад +2

    He was such a beautiful person
    I owned the shop opposite Whelan's
    I remember that night
    A gentleman

  • @bernadettecarey4292
    @bernadettecarey4292 Год назад +2

    Beautiful Soul, 🌹🙏

  • @joanspaight6014
    @joanspaight6014 7 лет назад +5

    An Artist, genius,a humble and Extraordinary STAR

  • @martinmaddog.7190
    @martinmaddog.7190 7 лет назад +9

    A legend a Star a gentleman....

  • @kierandixon5073
    @kierandixon5073 5 лет назад +4

    i still cry i ;ove his music

  • @rabbithattheatre
    @rabbithattheatre 9 месяцев назад +2

    What a lovely Gentlemen. He obviously did a fantastic Job as a father and when you have talented Artists talking with such love and admiration it goes to show he really was a Star

  • @patriciawilliams-pn7kz
    @patriciawilliams-pn7kz Год назад +2

    Christy your a saint, proud of you.. hope your singing for them all now, XXX

  • @nigellyn1589
    @nigellyn1589 3 года назад +3

    a beautiful talented singer and songwriter. his music is timeless

  • @alexross9355
    @alexross9355 Год назад +2

    What a beautiful triumph against adversity story with a sad ending. An artist as good as any but with the very best heart .I watch this documentary every week and listen to his many songs online. I intend to collect all his records and wish they sell in the millions in the fullness of time .

  • @belindasmith7096
    @belindasmith7096 2 года назад +3

    God bless you. What beautiful music and words you left.

  • @padraicclarke3063
    @padraicclarke3063 2 года назад +3

    Christy was a lovely human being not a bad bone in his body love his music

  • @olivermoynihan9804
    @olivermoynihan9804 5 лет назад +4

    A mighty man..a gentle soul

  • @liamlaffan
    @liamlaffan 5 лет назад +3

    very few artists have what Christy had and not that many people get what he had but if you do it is a very beautiful experience,

  • @PaulDaKid909
    @PaulDaKid909 10 лет назад +13

    Heart warming, honest, genuine, beautiful video. He is a wonderful person and it must have been a huge pleasure for anyone who knew and worked with him.
    Rest in Peace

  • @doUcare4music
    @doUcare4music 4 года назад +3

    Thank God he forgot his shovel.. eventually 🎶✨🎶. ❤️. He was the brightest STAR 🌟

  • @olivermoynihan9804
    @olivermoynihan9804 5 лет назад +5

    A lovely gentle man...i have no interest in religion but if their is a heaven this man is there

  • @rebelcol
    @rebelcol 13 лет назад +5

    magic. he was some legend!! R.I.P. Christie.

  • @WallytheRapper
    @WallytheRapper 5 лет назад +3

    What a pure gent.. Love his songs. Poor soul was taken too soon

  • @COOLDUDE29578
    @COOLDUDE29578 3 года назад +2

    Christy Hennessy legend genuine beautiful voice Cat Stevens bit alike voices

  • @joecrowley2373
    @joecrowley2373 2 года назад +2

    Powerful and beautiful I love his music I would have loved to know the man. He blows me away . I cry joyous tears every time I listen. A true GENTLEMAN christy hennessy.

  • @xbigterryx
    @xbigterryx 13 лет назад +8

    made me so sad to watch but i thank god i got to see christy over in derylin hotel some yrz back an ive never been entertained as good bye a real legond GOD REST YOU CHRISTY............Big terry..

  • @brianstockman4893
    @brianstockman4893 3 года назад +3

    An incredible individual with an amazing talent and unbelievable modesty we were so fortunate to have had him in our lives who’s journey of life was one we all should embrace the sunshine he brought to our lives and believe that we all can achieve success by reflecting and followings his journey of life, may he have eternal happiness in God’s grace 🙏🙏🙏