John McDermott- Mother Machree

John McDermott Mother Machree "Old Friends" CD (1994) click "Show more" to see lyrics.
Lyrics:
There's a spot in me heart which no colleen may own
There's a depth in me soul never sounded or known
There's a place in my mem'ry, my life that you fill
No other can take it- no one ever will
Sure I love the dear silver that shines in your hair
And the brow that's all furrowed and wrinkled with care
I kiss the dear fingers so toil-worn for me
Oh, God bless you and keep you Mother Machree
Ev'ry sorrow or care in the dear days gone by
Was made bright by the light of the smile in your eye
Like a candle that's set in a window at night
Your fond love has cheered me and guided me right
Sure I love the dear silver that shines in your hair
And the brow that's all furrowed and wrinkled with care
I kiss the dear fingers so toil-worn for me
Oh, God bless you and keep you Mother Machree

[@ronmilne7393]

i was born to the finest Mother in the world in 1929 all i have left is a photo of this angel and this wonderful and this lovely song we always take them for granted when growing up i wish i could see her now ,Thank you for posting this lovely song

[@nagantm441]

Hope you're still with us Ron, 100 more birthdays to you.

[@pod9363]

Hello Mr. Pocket...

[@darthjacobynum573]

Ah!, I see you´re a man of culture as well...

[@jasonduncan69]

How high can a bird count anyway

[@chrisfranca7447]

@@darthjacobynum573 .

[@chrisfranca7447]

Mother k

[@Lieblingsfachful]

You measly skunk! You shot me in the back!

[@sandralang4944]

John’s father, Big Peter, was my wife’s best friend. They moved to Oakville Ontario from Glasgow along with a large contingent of friends and family in the early 50’s. When we started dating in 1968 there would be a large gathering every Sat night at one of the houses where everyone would sing a song or do a skit etc. It was real traditional. There would be about 30 people, lots of whiskey and a room full of cigarette smoke. John was often there with that same beautiful Irish tenor voice. His father, Big Peter, sang beautifully as well. Youth is wasted on the young.

[@JaneDoe-rp2fn]

I am South African, but my beautiful mother, for many reasons, was born Colleen O' Donovan. Thank you for this so very touching rendition of an ode to mothers, and for the many precious memories of my mam☘

[@saturnthunder]

I have not heard a better version since childhood.The lyrics have been given deserved respect.

[@charleswhitmerjr7554]

Ken berry off f-troop

[@75hilmar]

It is the best version. But the Tom Waits version is somehow more heartfelt

[@marycochran4380]

Mother"s Day and Memorial :Day will bring many memories of my Mother. Thanks for posting..so sweet.

[@DermottStudio]

Mary Cochran I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@bentupolo]

Oooooooohhhhhh God bless you and keep you!

[@sallyharrington2734]

This song brings such happy memories of my father singing this song when I was growing up.
Thank you John for keeping those memories close to my heart.

[@amorgan8040]

Same❤

[@micklyons5616]

my late mum taught me this song one of the best versions sung by a wonderful singer

[@michaelokane6535]

One of the many songs of my father.Happy memories,Mickey Joe,Draperstown.

[@DermottStudio]

Sorry, I know its been a while since I've uploaded last. Hey I've been busy!
:)

[@bernadettefarrelly4184]

Lovely voice

[@jennifursun3303]

I can hear my late daddy sing this in my head

[@joangeorge6]

Love it.

[@john-whitehead]

A lovely performance!

[@frontignac]

Dalice "Lae" Olsen nee Brady my grandmother forever in my mind and heart -way south in New Zealand

[@Angus73]

This song will make any Irishman cry

[@ShyMoonheart]

Well hello again, Mr Studio. Heard John sing this a cappella in Media, Pa some years ago and it was stunning. By the end of the song, we were both crying. Wonderful song for Mother's Day. Happy Mother's Day in Heaven to my beloved Mom and to John's mom as well.

[@DermottStudio]

ShyMoonheart Are you American or Canadian?

[@ShyMoonheart]

Dermott Studio I am very much an American. Brooklyn born and raised. I have been to Canada many times over the last 15 years, mostly to attend John's concerts and also a few of Eric Bogle and also Larry Gowan. Thanks again for the lovely Mother's Day tribute. Great voice singing a beautiful song.

[@DermottStudio]

No kidding, I live in NJ.

[@ShyMoonheart]

Dermott Studio I live in Rockaway Park which is almost like a "suburb" of Brooklyn :) My best buddy lives in Middletown NJ and I have cousins in East Brunswick. So we are "neighbors"!!!

[@DermottStudio]

I live in East Brunswick... Funny story, I'm your Cousin.

[@michaelclawson2318]

Just guts is all you hit

[@nickm7397]

You hit nothing important

[@jonkent928]

You didnt hit nothin important 💔 Just guts is all ya hit

[@artmcpharlin6730]

It is great to be all IRISH.

[@fastsetinthewest]

JMJ

[@soldiergirl1961]

Doesn't Machree also mean something like 'my heart' in Irish?

[@geraldinemccann4404]

Mo chree

[@BL_24]

2021?

[@sandralang4944]

Oops! My wife’s father Bill.

[@CW-dl2dd]

Is he still alive?

[@JB-hl1qx]

Frank Costello did it better..