This video was made a couple of weeks before posting. It was claimed for copyright so I was disputing it due to the extra content I have added. I heard about the passing of Judith so wanted to post it regardless to show my thoughts on such a wonderful voice.
It was perfect timing to post this, Judith had quite the voice, and yep, I've been saying this song should be the national anthem, it represents the whole of Australia, the past, present and future...
All people I know who have heard this song are amazed which is the wrong word. I don't know the better word it touches a chord with all people no matter where you are from. T
Most Aussies are quietly patriotic. We don't indulge in flag waving, band playing displays at every opportunity, but certain songs, like this, affect us on a very deep level. We realise how blessed we are, how unique and beautiful this land is, and then we get on with making it even more amazing.
Yes, you have it one. The sense of patriotism comes from within and is a sense of pride, not an ostentatious display. And you are dead right, this and certain other songs do bring out our love of country to a more visual level only to be put back (where it belongs) a few minutes later.
So well said! It's very much the realization of how lucky we are in all we have, and I think for the Australian mentality too - it feels good to live in a society where we don't take ourselves or anything around us too seriously. I really feel like the Australian way of life is the way life is truly meant to be lead.
Here I am, a 70 year old white bloke with tears in my eyes, mourning the loss of two great Australians this week - Uncle Archie Roach who did so much for the indigenous cause through his music and the beautiful Judith Durham whose voice remained pure until the end. If a song could unite a nation, this is it. RIP Judith and Archie.
Hugs 🤗 I'm 57, and many in my age group have also shed tears for both Archie and Judith. Two of Australia's best loved and respected people, in one week has been a bit much. From one grieving Aussie to another, hugs and peace to us all 🤗❤🇦🇺
For me as an Aboriginal Australian, this is the song that should be our National Anthem. Its the story of our country and its potential as well. Its sad but we lost Archie Roach, who is family for me just last week and now another iconic Australian Judith Durham. Both National Treasures who left such legacies. RIP to them both. Rob thank you for your investment in exploring our country's history and quirks. In my eyes you're an Aussie too mate.
Mate you are Australian, that first word is no more important than what my Irish ancestry is. I dont call myself Irish Australian. At the end of the day we all bleed red. My daughter is 1/8 Kamilaroi as her Great Grandfather was indigenous from up near Lightning Ridge NSW. She only found this out last year. They really had no idea, her Mum had pretty dark skin just as her Father did in the summer months but as he was estranged he didn't know his ancestry. I am happy my kid tans up better than I do, LOL.We are all Australian once we start contributing to this fine land but at the end of the day we all need to learn to treat each other better.It shouldn't matter where you are born.
@@iankearns774 Wow your comment is so racist it isnt funny mate. So you are saying I should not be calling myself Aboriginal Australian despite that fact that is my full history. My entire family history is Aboriginal. All the way back to pre history. Im Stolen Generation as well mate. My parents were born on Missions and my Grandparents lived on them. I live on my country know as the Gunditjmara Nation. I speak my language etc. This is the problem with some Australians still pursuing a European monoculture and assimilation to this ideal for Aboriginal people . We are a diverse country with many stories and histories. Hence why I love this song. Stop telling us who and what we should be. You have denigrated this song for me mate. I see it as hope, you see it as assimilation. No its about a shared ideal of what Australia can be, one that respects diversity. Your comment is dismissive and racist. SMH. Shame : (
@charki I think you are over reacting a bit. Ian Kearns too me didn’t say a word wrong, nothing racist about what was said. To me he was saying how he liked the sentiment of the song, doesn’t matter your background you come hear you are Australian.
@@paulrutherford5087 No Im not over reacting. However read his comment again. Im not to call myself Aboriginal but only Australian because he himself although Irish heritage does so. Ok he is no longer living in Ireland. Thats his prerogative. Two he slips in the claim of 1/8 Aboriginal like this is some assemblance of authority. History tells us that many Aboriginal women were enslaved and abused. Its 2022 and I love this song. He obviously felt complelled to tell me it means something else to him and that I should no longer use my own cultural and historical denominator anymore. How is that not racist??? You are not Aboriginal so you are not exposed to this sort of thing on a regular basis. Enough hey. I love this song. That was my comment in the first place. Why did I get his response? . Please explain?.
As Anglo-Saxon I hear you I wished the radicals on both side at moment would listen and learn from these songs and their true meaning Then both might be able to get over their hostilities to each other to help progress the future of all Australians not just a minority on either side Woke ideology have sadly doing more damage then good and sent everything backwards like when I was growing up I finally thought we had grown up and moving forward together all but slowly
Yes, this should be our National Anthem. Aussies come from all corners of the globe and this stirring song is for every one of us. RIP Judith, and Thankyou for six decades of your beautiful voice. Your legacy to this great land will live on.
RIP Judith Durham. It had been approved by them to change. lyrics from 40 000 to 60 000 tests. ABC is playing it for 90 years anniversary in first verse in Indigenous language by central remote communities choir drums, Sydney dance co all with 90 performers each
Bruce not only sang that song but wrote it. He's wonderfully talented. And then Judith comes in with her crystal clear vocals and you get shivers. From all the lands on earth we coe refers to our multicultural society. Nobody else could do this song justice but those two. Sadly, Judith died last friday (5 Aug 2022). Her loss is a tragedy but her voice is a legacy that iives on.
Judith sadly passed away the other night aged 79. She will always be a Australian national treasure and the jewel of Melbourne, her voice (the best in the industry) will be remembered forever and will always be in my playlists. RIP Judith 💔
Every school kid knows this song by heart. It is often sung at school events instead of the traditional anthem. I agree that it should be our national song. It's perfect.
I'm a Scot whose relatives emigrated to Australia in the sixties Every time I hear this I feel such pride as if I was Australian I loved Judith Durham for her voice and her personality She was an Icon RIP Judith you will be missed x
Needs to happen. We need a referendum on it as well as on the flag. In the early days we mainly hailed from Britain or were indigenous but today its a different story and we are a real melting pot of people. Not saying cut ties with Britain but we do need a bit of independence and our own flag will help to do that.
@@iankearns774 My only issue with changing the flag is that whilst we do need our own flag, I LOVE that our flag is so similar to New Zealand's. It makes me feel closer to our brothers and sisters over there
@@hermansnazzledorf2950 Only because of the Union Jack which is British. A lot of Commonwealth nations share that. I am not against the British history but I think we do need a collaborative flag that embraces both the indigenous past and the settlers from Britain and Europe. I think we have to build a lot of bridges with our past going forwards. Yes a lot of wrongs were committed in settling here but we cant change the past, we can make a better future for all our kids. So we have to all move forwards united, not divided. I see a lot of groups currently trying to divide us which is not on in my mind.
It would need to be re-written to work as an anthem but then it would be a different song. I’m fed up with people dissing Advance Australia Fair - it’s a great anthem and melody especially when both stanzas are sung. I know the words off by heart. But then I took pride in singing it at school over the top of God Saved the Queen in Joh’s Queensland, much to the annoyance of the principal but bemusement of many teachers. My defiance saw other students have the courage to join me in singing the real anthem, resulting in the school switching to Advance Australia Fair.
Just hate that Judith left us yesterday 😥. This song should definitely be our anthem, it's so inclusive of all our people 💞. We will miss that stunning velvety like no other voice of yours Judith now that 'Your Carnival Is Over' and you have gone to your 'Emerald City'. Thanks for this Rob 👏💔🕊🕊
Judith Durham had a beautiful voice, may she rest in peace. I relate to this as I was born in Finland and my family migrated to Australia when I was 2 in the late 60’s. I am so proud to call this country home and call myself an Aussie. This song celebrates the history (good &bad) of this great nation and always gives me chills and a tear of pride when I hear it. Great reaction Rob💖
Thank you Rob for doing this video. This most certainly should be our national anthem because it explains all of we Aussies and our history. As you can see we lost one of Australia's finest singers Judith 2 nights ago. This breaks my heart. Her voice has been part of my family since I was tiny. Rest in Peace Judith. You will always be a legend in every Australian's heart and mind.
I agree whole heartedly. Judith Durham has been a part of my life since I first saw the Seekers on TV back in the 60’s. RIP Judith, you were much loved.
It's a heart-warming song penned by Bruce Woodley and others. Bruce believed there was a higher energy inspiring this song. Judith Durham's voice is cut clear and sparkling like a diamond. The band sings with beautiful and gentle harmony. I've seen people from overseas react to this song before, teary-eyed, and wanting to become Australian! Thank-you, Judith, for the gift of your lovely voice to Australia and the world. Enjoy your life on the other side and being in the choir with the angels.
@@DaveWhoa Yes, thanks. I knew it was written by Bruce Woodley and someone from The Bushwackers, with a bit of toing and froing as they experimented with the lyrics, but I couldn't remember the other guy's name. The joys of old age!
@@barnowl5774 I would've loved to be a fly on the wall while they were writing it. I also love Dobe's song "Marijuana Australiana" lol. PS. Judith Durham's (The Seekers) family has accepted the offer of a *STATE FUNERAL*
Rest in peace Judith. You gave Australia its heart beat in music. With number one hits around the world including UK. One of the most purist voices on the planet. A true gift and thanks for sharing it with the world.
Yes, for a time she was more famous in the UK than Australia. The Seekers pushed bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones out of the top of the charts for weeks at a time.
I tear up hearing this sung by the Seekers - and - the tears flowed the more with learning of Judith’s passing. Such a loss - and yes, this should be our Anthem - the lyrics say it all.
As a half Australian (Kiwiroo), this song always tugs the heart strings. It's the reason my Mum went home to die and be buried among her ancestors who were all Scottish and English immigrants from the mid 1800's.
Australia is called an immigrant nation and a lot of people associate that with the past, people coming as convicts, as free settlers........ but what a lot of people don't realise is that we're still currently a nation of immigrants. About 1 in 3 of Australia's population were born overseas.
Rob, I know you know a lot more Australian history than most and even more than some Australians. It is sad to not have the full meaning of this beautiful song, so just in case you missed one or two references in the song: Lyrics (brief explanation). I came from the dream-time, (The Dreamtime is the creation time for indigenous Australians. The Dreaming is the creation of their world and the things that populate it, living and non-living.) From the dusty red-soil plains. (Most of the interior of Australia, 'the Outback', is desert, composed of red soil formed from the weathering of the iron-rich rocks found there. Only the fringe of Australia is cities and green, which is why 85% of Australians live near the coast.) I am the ancient heart, the keeper of the flame. (The keeper of the Aboriginal stories and traditions, passed along orally and also in dance around the flame of the corroboree [ceremony].) I stood upon the rocky shores, I watched the tall ships come. (The rocky landforms close to landing of the incoming First Fleet vessels bringing the first British colonisers.) For forty thousand years I've been the first Australian. (Now known to be closer to 65,000 years that indigenous Australians have been here.) I came upon the prison ship, bowed down by iron chains, (The First Fleet of British ships brought English and Irish convicts, many just sentenced because of theft of items such as a loaf of bread to feed starving families, or Irish Catholics for practising their religion when this was outlawed by Protestant England. The Puritans who went to North America suffered the same persecution.) I cleared the land, endured the lash, (The convicts were set to work to clear land for farming, build roads, bridges, dwellings, etc and were whipped to keep them working.) And waited for the rains. (There were long periods of dry, often drought, and intense heat, with the heavy rainfall -“the rains” providing welcome relief.) I'm a settler, I'm a farmer's wife on a dry and barren run, (Settler was the name for free people who settled in Australia; a run is a cattle or sheep farm.) A convict, then a free man, I became Australian. (Because convict sentences were seven or more years long, and return to England was often impossibly expensive, most convicts stayed once they had served their sentences. They were then released from bondage asnd became free men and women.) I'm the daughter of a digger, Who sought the mother lode. (A digger [later the name for Aussie soldiers] at that time was a prospector in the gold rush that began in 1852 in the goldfields of Bathurst, New South Wales, and Ballarat and Bendigo in Victoria. The mother lode was the deep vein of gold ore from which washed the small specks and nuggets that prospectors found in streams. The dream was to find that incredibly rich vein of gold.) The girl became a woman on the long and dusty road. (Families walked very long distances and in very harsh conditions to reach the goldfields -hence girls becoming women.) I'm a child of the Depression, (The Great Depression of 1930s followed the Wall Street Crash in the USA, and saw many families around the world lose all their savings, job retrenchments followed as businesses collapsed, many families were reduced to destitution.) I saw the good times come, (The 1940s started off with an economic resurgence, and this continued post-WW2.) I'm a bushie, (An Aussie who lives in the 'bush', the remote regions of Australia.) I'm a battler, (What Aussies call ordinary people, ones who just get by making a living and a life.) I am Australian. We are one, but we are many, And from all the lands on earth we come. We'll share a dream and sing with one voice, "I am, you are, we are Australian" (Australia is an incredibly multicultural nation, with the largest Greek population outside Greece, for instance, as a result of post-WW2 and later migration from Italy, Syria, Lebanon, etc. In later years, migration from Asian countries and our neighbouring Pacific Islands, as well as ongoing migration from British and other European nations. I'm a teller of stories, I'm a singer of songs, I am Albert Namatjira I paint the ghostly gums. (Albert Namitjira [1902-1959] was a famous Aboriginal artist who painted in non-traditional Aboriginal style. His paintings of Australian Ghost Gums, - a smooth, white-barked eucalyptus tree - became famous and commanded huge prices.) I'm Clancy on his horse, ('Clancy of the Overflow', a famous poem of an Australian drover - stockman “cowboy” - by A. B "Banjo" Paterson.) I'm Ned Kelly on the run, (Ned Kelly was an infamous Australian bushranger [Australian name for an outlaw] who led a gang - the Kelly Gang. He wore distinctive rough armor with a conical helmet. He was caught and executed at 25 years of age.) I'm the one who waltzed Matilda, ('Matilda', from the famous Australian song 'Waltzing Matilda', is the swag: the gear of the drover/bushie was placeded on a cloth and the corners lifted and tied together in a knot. A stick was then pushed through under the knot and the 'swag' was carried across the bushie's shoulder, which made it swing - or 'waltz' on the bushman’s back.) I am Australian. I'm the hot wind from the desert, I'm the black soil of the plains, I'm the mountains and the valleys, I'm the drought and flooding rains. (Australia is the driest continent on Earth. Most of the edges of the land are mountainous, so the rains fall on the mountains and coastal regions and usually do not reach inland.) I am the rock, (Uluru [indigenous name] or Ayer’s Rock [as named in 1873 by the explorer William Gosse, the first non-Aboriginal person to see Uluru. He named it after Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of South Australia at the time.] Uluru is the famous huge red monolith in central Australia.) I am the sky (The southern sky has quite different star patterns to the northern hemisphere.), The rivers when they run, (River beds are often dry because of Australia’s low rainfall, the rivers towards the centre of Australia often only run after the rains.) The spirit of this great land, I am Australian. We are one, but we are many, And from all the lands on earth we come. We share a dream and sing with one voice, "I am, you are, we are Australian." (The dream is one of inclusion and equality for people from all lands. We are not there yet, but we are actively working towards it.)
This song always brings a few tears but today the tears flow...for Judith. Rest in peace dear angel 😢 Not sure if you know how well timed this reaction is Rob... but thank you.
Yes. I had filmed this video a couple of weeks ago but got a copyright claim. Its under dispute. But when i heard I thought I should share my video. What an amazing song and singer.
It's patriotic but also celebrates the diversity that makes Australia. It isn't exclusionary but instead inclusive. It's definitely a "We" song. We do it tough, but we're also lucky to have each other. It's a different feeling of patriotism compared to some songs. It's really a "We're all different, but all the same in our differences" kind of thing. Definitely not a "We're better than everyone" kind of song, but a "Come here and be part of our shared experience and become part of our story" kind of song.
52 years ago this November my parents bravely left the UK and moved to Australia with a 9 and 10 year old. Without a doubt it was the best decision of their lives. The lives we’ve all lived have been happy and full. Sadly my mother only lived 20 years after moving here but no one would dispute they were 20 of the happiest years of her life. She loved Australia with a passion and avidly supported the Australian cricket team from day one! None of this having a foot in both camps. No, she chose Australia as her home and therefore supported Australia in sports! She was a very proper English woman too so it was quite funny to hear her cheering on the Aussie’s! There is something very special about this nation of ours and every time I hear this song I’m reminded of the simplicity of our lives. We are one even though we’re many and we come together like no other nation on earth. We have the most successful multicultural society in the world and I think it’s because generally Australians do see themselves as one. As someone else commented, Australians are quietly patriotic. We don’t wave flags, we don’t believe we’re chosen by God to lead, although I’m sure we’re Gods chosen country! 😊 As I’ve aged I’ve realised how privileged I am to call Australia home. I regularly give thanks to my parents, who have now both passed for that brave vision they had in the late 1960s/early 1970s to build a better life on the other side of the world. I’m not talking about money when I say a better life I’m talking about kindness, acceptance, tolerance and love. We did have a better life and I’m extremely proud to say I’m Australian, got the passport to prove it too!
What strikes about this song is that all the words are carefully chosen. Even" the rivers when they run". Australia being a dry country some rivers do not run always. This song tells the story of Australia from the First Nations people to the later migrants and the melting pot that it is today. Its a song that all Aussies can emphatically get behind it should be the national anthem maybe with minor changes to update it.
RIP Judith, what a legend you are and always will be. Australia loves you always Judith xox Rob, if you weren't aware Judith Durham past away 2 days ago To answer your question, YES I would prefer this as our national anthem
I've said for many years now ever since I first heard this song by the Seekers it should be our National Anthem not only is it uplifting but says everything about us Australians. RIP Judith 😪💔
Sad to hear of Judith Durham's death today. Front page news in Australia. I saw her live three years ago singing songs from various genres. What an outstanding singer. Thank you for not interrupting "I Am Australian" too much which American RUclipsrs do.
The Seekers lead the way for other Australian artists. Judith was an Australian treasure RIP. There was a period while The Seekers were in the UK when their records sales exceeded The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Thank you Judith for sharing with us the gift of your amazing voice. Sing with the Angels now knowing you brought so much pleasure and joy to so many people. RIP... ..there will never be another you. Xxxx
You are 100% correct about this song being our National anthem. Been saying it for years.Advance Australia fair does nothing for me but still better than God save the queen. No offence to Liz. Rip Judith so sorry to hear of your passing.
We could have Rule Britannia Land of Hope & Glory but standing at the MCG you can’t beat 50,000 Brits singing Gid Save the Queen drowning out the Aussies on Boxing Day 😉
@@Thorpeman Barmy Army!, Barmy Army! LOL Living in Melbourne you tried to get into bay 13 or one of the next to bay 13 bays. Thats where all the fun happened.
Judith Durham was the youngest of the group - she turned 79 just last month. The others are all in their 80's. Sadly, Judith died last Friday. There are many who would like to see this Bruce Woodley song as the National Anthem.
I am from Scotland, I love this song, Judith sings like an Angel, this song says it all, through out the world we are one, there is only one race and that is the human race, we are all Gods children, RIP Judith.
Such a sad day in Australia.. heard the news last night of Judith’s passing. She was just a beautiful person and a phenomenal singer our hearts are broken. The Seekers lost their angel we lost an legend. Sing with the angels Judith we will miss you and you will never be forgotten RIP 😞💔🌹🇦🇺
I think people from every land on earth loved the wonderful Judith Durham and the Seekers. Bruce's voice here is superb too. I was very sad at the passing of Judith. The Seekers sound here is simply amazing. I too, want to be Australian! RIP beautiful Judith. Dave.
Judith Durham was a beautiful human, humble always grateful for her fortunate life and career. She is singing with the Angels, and what a magnificent sound that must be! 💜
Along with the rest of this wonderful country I am absolutely devasted at the sad loss of our Judith. In tears watching this, feels like a family member has passed. In a way I guess she was/is. RIP you delightful lady
"Probably a bit long to be a National Anthem"... Well, Rob, we Aussies are famous (infamous?) for shortening things. Our current National Anthem has more than one verse, but we say fcuk it & just sing the first verse.
Yes, it should be our anthem. Advance Australia Fair is frankly, crap. I Am Australian is so much better. Bruce (the first singer) wrote it, I believe. Sadly, as others have said Judith Durham passed yesterday at 79. The Seekers were extremely successful in their time, and still beloved decades later.
I'm Australian and ever since I was a child I have found our national anthem very unattractive. As I've got older I have also found it cringeworthy. I wish we had a beautiful, inspiring and feisty anthem like La Marseillaise. But I Am Australian is much, much better than Advance Australia Fair. While I'm on the subject, we are also desperately in need of a new coat of arms. Come on, the emu and Skippy who is now found in supermarkets?? The Brits have the lion and unicorn. That's inspiring.
We do come from every single country on earth, when we get here we add our uniqueness to the fantastic culture that is Australian. We are one but we are many, We are Australian! I am so proud of our country!
I don’t think it’s a maybe, I am Australian should be our national anthem. If the point of the anthem is to summarise the story of the nation. In my opinion no other song does it better to explain Australia and the story of its people.
I'm in the USA, and while I have no say in this question, I have to admit that this song would be the best national anthem if it were adopted.The USA has a horrible national anthem. Judith sings like an angel. She has been my favorite singer since 1965. I can't believe she's gone.
As an Aussie, I’d like to defend your national anthem by the history it has. It was literally written from an event of were quite a few Revolutionaries (Americans) died holding your flag up, just so it wouldn’t fall to the ground.
I’m an Aussie but I have to disagree with you about your anthem. I think the American anthem is great. Whilst I love this song, it could never be our anthem.
This is one of my favourite songs. It was played a lot on TV when I was a kid. I have always said it should be Australia's National Anthem. I have heard people say Great Southern Land should be and others to. And yes Rob, you are 100% correct. That line, "And from all the lands on earth we come" is about migration, the different people that make up Australia and the fact that when people come here they are welcome and if they stay and become a part of our lifestyle, we consider them Aussies. And I saw you smile when you heard that, and I knew why immediately. It gives me joy to know that you know you are welcome here and have joy for that. That is Australian Patriotism.
My Dad and mum and us four kids went to the The Seekers play to the crowd of 200,000 at the Myer Music Bowl in 1967 as part of "Music for the People" event. We couldn't see them, but we could hear them as clear as a bell. The most memorable song for Dad, Mum and I at the concert was "The Carnival is Over". We played that song at my Dad's funeral as part of my eulogy, as that amazing performance was something we remembered and talked about over the years as a family.
Yes great song for a great country send shivers up your spine, travelled Australia 1988 regret did'nt make it my home. I am Australian for a United people, made to be an Antem sung with passion.
This performance made me happy, proud and sad all at once. Judith's voice was beautiful. She really was a national treasure. I assumed you did this video in recognition of Judith's death yesterday, Rob, but since you didn't mention it, I guess it was a coincidence. I heard Athol Guy on the radio this morning, referring to Judith as a "sister" to the three "boys" in the Seekers. It was a very touching tribute. My parents have an original tape of the Seekers that they played on a Sony reel-to-reel recorder. Their songs remind me of my earliest childhood. My sister and I sang Morning Town at a school concert. Rob, you mentioned that this could be a new Australian anthem. In fact, Judith Durham submitted new lyrics for Advance Australia Fair, which seem to be more inclusive and include mention of the Dreaming, which is the First Nations creation myth: Australians let us stand as one, upon this sacred land A new day dawns, we’re moving on to trust and understand. Combine our ancient history and cultures everywhere, To bond together for all time, advance Australia fair. With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair. Australians let us all be one, with peace and harmony. Our precious water, soil and sun, grant life for you and me. Our land abounds in nature’s gifts to love, respect and share, And honouring the Dreaming, advance Australia fair. With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair. Australians let us strive as one, to work with willing hands. Our Southern Cross will guide us on, as friends with other lands. While we embrace tomorrow’s world with courage, truth and care, And all our actions prove the words, advance Australia fair, With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair. And when this special land of ours is in our children’s care, From shore to shore forever more, advance Australia fair. With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance . . Australia . . fair. I agree "from all the lands on Earth we come" is very apt; 1/4 Australians was born oversees and 1/2 have at least one parent born overseas. You said that there aren't many patriotic songs for the UK, but I think there are lots of quite stirring ones: Land of Hope and Glory and Jerusalem (well known to Australians because it is sung during the first over of each day's test match play by the Barmy Army: ruclips.net/video/OQ-Uybh79KM/видео.html) among them.
Thanks Rob I love listening to a Brits point of few about Australia keep them coming. That song always puts a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye. I am lucky to be Australian.
From the USA: This could be any country's anthem....that's how good the writing. Australia is the lucky chosen one to have had the Seekers, and shared them with the world ...Judith Durham, who just passed away, and the boys were very special, and I'll miss Judith, one of the most recognizable great sing voices and person of my time. Yes, although I don't have any stake in it, I am a musician. This song SHOULD your National Anthem, it's that great. [And darn it, you have Tommy Emmanuel too!]
“We wanted to be ourselves, to sing and speak with our own accent and it was fantastic that we were not asked to change.” (Judith Durham) As an Australian and a huge fan of The Seekers I feel a little more sad hearing about Judith’s passing simply because another singer/musician I grew up with and listen to is no longer physically here. So many are leaving us, one by one, which makes me think about my own mortality. It was only last year I saw the delightful stage musical ‘Georgie Girl’. Such a beautiful person. 🌹RIP my dear Judith.
This should be our national Anthem absolutely nobody I know likes it and in memory of the great talent and genuine nice person Judith Durham was and she will forever live on in her music this should be voted on by the people to become our national Anthem RIP Judith you bought so many such happy memories. On an important side note I heard on radio 2GB sydney that Judith's manager said that Judith with her no so well known solo career cut many songs that were finished but have not been released as yet and they are thinking of releasing the unknown repertoire of Judith's songs as a tribute, I say bring it on more of Judith's classy talent for all to appreciate will cement her legend forever.
Here comes a man from India, listening to this voice and being very empathetic about it. My opinion is that we all have stories to share and shoulder to cry on. This is humanity and we are part of this mother earth, yet divided by political boundaries, cheers, kudos to the singers.
Vale Judith Durham 💖 💖 💖 A Great singer and a great and generous soul. I love the way this song’s lyrics incorporate phrases from “The Wild Colonial Boy’ and from the poem ‘I love a Sunburnt Country’. Maybe you could take a look at both of these Rob?
R.I.P. Judith, beautiful song and Judith's voice is angelic. We come from all lands us my favourite part as well. I usually don't tear up to this but am today. Maybe because Judith passed yesterday or the fact I'm sickies on the couch drifting in and out of consciousness. Or maybe a bit of both. Either way thanks Rob, perfect timing.
When you visit Australia you will hear this song a lot. ABC television uses it for its station promotion. There are ABC versions sung by chikdren, a version featuring Auslan sign language for the deaf, a community choir done by Zoom during the lockdown, and an indigenous language version. They are very touching. Definitely react to the story of this song with Bruce Woodley, which features most of these versions.
Thanks Rob for reacting to this especially Today…. Judith Durham the singer in the Seekers passed away this weekend…. She had an outstanding voice …. One of our first groups to break the international market when nobody took Australia seriously back in the 1960’s …. The guy that opened the song is Bruce Woodley the writer of this song…. Your write this song describes the true Australian…. Love your work.👍🇦🇺.
Rob, I am crying here in Sydney, Last night our beloved Judith Durham (the female singer here) died in Melbourne after a long illness on 6/8/22 Rest in peace
What an extraordinary piece of timing. Thankyou for reminding us of the beauty in Judith Durham's voice. She will be sadly missed after passing last Friday, 5 August 2022. RIP Judith, your suffering has ended.
I have had this video for about 2 weeks but it got hit with a copyright. It's under dispute. I heard the sad news so thought it would be a good timing in respect to Judith.
I don't think it could be our national anthem. No Aussie could get through it without crying. It does make you proud to be part of this magnificent land. We're blessed to call this home.
This song brings a tears to my eyes. It's not just about being born in Australia, or even living here. To me it's about human spirit and connection to the Earth, the challeges we have and the love that we feel. That's why anyone can come here,or be there an be Australian. It means more that a nationality. It's when you drown out the noise and connect hearts with others and with the natural environment.
Yes everyone is welcome to come to live here and once you're here you are Australian. I think we are one of the most diverse, multicultural countries and for the most part we all get along well.
I'm actually surprised you haven't heard this song before. We lost Judith Durham a few days ago mate...we're having a shocker this year, losing some amazing Australians. May they all rest in peace 🙏🙏
The generally accepted figure is 200,000. A Southern Hemisphere record. The world record, last I heard, is 225,000, set by "King George" Strait a few years ago, in Texas I think.
Great reaction Rob thanks mate. I really do hope that people told her that she and the band were being loved too the end by people around the world that most would not get the chance to hear them. Watched a lot of reactions and everybody loves the Seekers, what a legend she was fantastic and the band of course. RIP.
I think this song has the feeling of an anthem for the planet - it's beautiful. He makes a great point about patriotism, the song makes me feel like I'm from that country? "I am, you are, we are all human beings"
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This video was made a couple of weeks before posting. It was claimed for copyright so I was disputing it due to the extra content I have added. I heard about the passing of Judith so wanted to post it regardless to show my thoughts on such a wonderful voice.
It was perfect timing to post this, Judith had quite the voice, and yep, I've been saying this song should be the national anthem, it represents the whole of Australia, the past, present and future...
A very special voice I doubt we will see her like again.
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All people I know who have heard this song are amazed which is the wrong word. I don't know the better word it touches a chord with all people no matter where you are from. T
Hey Rob your expression when Judith started singing is one I have seen on other people who have seen this. T
Most Aussies are quietly patriotic. We don't indulge in flag waving, band playing displays at every opportunity, but certain songs, like this, affect us on a very deep level. We realise how blessed we are, how unique and beautiful this land is, and then we get on with making it even more amazing.
Yes, you have it one. The sense of patriotism comes from within and is a sense of pride, not an ostentatious display. And you are dead right, this and certain other songs do bring out our love of country to a more visual level only to be put back (where it belongs) a few minutes later.
Agree! Proud Australian 🇦🇺 💙
Spot on
This song makes me feel so proud to have been born and raised in the best country in the world ❤️❤️❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
So well said! It's very much the realization of how lucky we are in all we have, and I think for the Australian mentality too - it feels good to live in a society where we don't take ourselves or anything around us too seriously. I really feel like the Australian way of life is the way life is truly meant to be lead.
Here I am, a 70 year old white bloke with tears in my eyes, mourning the loss of two great Australians this week - Uncle Archie Roach who did so much for the indigenous cause through his music and the beautiful Judith Durham whose voice remained pure until the end. If a song could unite a nation, this is it. RIP Judith and Archie.
I meet Archie at a concert in 1993, and had great conversation with the man. so genuine and open. It's definitely been a sad week.
@@laurencetilley9194 Amen!
Hugs 🤗 I'm 57, and many in my age group have also shed tears for both Archie and Judith. Two of Australia's best loved and respected people, in one week has been a bit much. From one grieving Aussie to another, hugs and peace to us all 🤗❤🇦🇺
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Me too, mate. I am a71 year old white bloke born Melbourne, lived in Victoria all my life
For me as an Aboriginal Australian, this is the song that should be our National Anthem. Its the story of our country and its potential as well. Its sad but we lost Archie Roach, who is family for me just last week and now another iconic Australian Judith Durham. Both National Treasures who left such legacies. RIP to them both.
Rob thank you for your investment in exploring our country's history and quirks. In my eyes you're an Aussie too mate.
Mate you are Australian, that first word is no more important than what my Irish ancestry is. I dont call myself Irish Australian. At the end of the day we all bleed red. My daughter is 1/8 Kamilaroi as her Great Grandfather was indigenous from up near Lightning Ridge NSW. She only found this out last year. They really had no idea, her Mum had pretty dark skin just as her Father did in the summer months but as he was estranged he didn't know his ancestry. I am happy my kid tans up better than I do, LOL.We are all Australian once we start contributing to this fine land but at the end of the day we all need to learn to treat each other better.It shouldn't matter where you are born.
@@iankearns774 Wow your comment is so racist it isnt funny mate. So you are saying I should not be calling myself Aboriginal Australian despite that fact that is my full history. My entire family history is Aboriginal. All the way back to pre history. Im Stolen Generation as well mate. My parents were born on Missions and my Grandparents lived on them. I live on my country know as the Gunditjmara Nation. I speak my language etc. This is the problem with some Australians still pursuing a European monoculture and assimilation to this ideal for Aboriginal people . We are a diverse country with many stories and histories. Hence why I love this song. Stop telling us who and what we should be. You have denigrated this song for me mate. I see it as hope, you see it as assimilation. No its about a shared ideal of what Australia can be, one that respects diversity. Your comment is dismissive and racist. SMH. Shame : (
@charki I think you are over reacting a bit. Ian Kearns too me didn’t say a word wrong, nothing racist about what was said. To me he was saying how he liked the sentiment of the song, doesn’t matter your background you come hear you are Australian.
@@paulrutherford5087 No Im not over reacting. However read his comment again. Im not to call myself Aboriginal but only Australian because he himself although Irish heritage does so. Ok he is no longer living in Ireland. Thats his prerogative. Two he slips in the claim of 1/8 Aboriginal like this is some assemblance of authority. History tells us that many Aboriginal women were enslaved and abused. Its 2022 and I love this song. He obviously felt complelled to tell me it means something else to him and that I should no longer use my own cultural and historical denominator anymore. How is that not racist??? You are not Aboriginal so you are not exposed to this sort of thing on a regular basis. Enough hey. I love this song. That was my comment in the first place. Why did I get his response? . Please explain?.
As Anglo-Saxon I hear you
I wished the radicals on both side at moment would listen and learn from these songs and their true meaning
Then both might be able to get over their hostilities to each other to help progress the future of all Australians not just a minority on either side
Woke ideology have sadly doing more damage then good and sent everything backwards like when I was growing up
I finally thought we had grown up and moving forward together all but slowly
Yes, this should be our National Anthem. Aussies come from all corners of the globe and this stirring song is for every one of us. RIP Judith, and Thankyou for six decades of your beautiful voice. Your legacy to this great land will live on.
RIP Judith Durham. It had been approved by them to change. lyrics from 40 000 to 60 000 tests. ABC is playing it for 90 years anniversary in first verse in Indigenous language by central remote communities
choir drums, Sydney dance co all with 90 performers each
@@carolynwhetham9514 That sounds great.
I'm a kiwi but 100% this should be Aussie's National Anthem
I cannot get over the quality of Judith Durham's voice. This was recorded live when she was already in her seventies. It's absolutely breathtaking.
and she had had a stroke not too long before this concert
Bruce not only sang that song but wrote it. He's wonderfully talented. And then Judith comes in with her crystal clear vocals and you get shivers. From all the lands on earth we coe refers to our multicultural society. Nobody else could do this song justice but those two. Sadly, Judith died last friday (5 Aug 2022). Her loss is a tragedy but her voice is a legacy that iives on.
Bruce Woodley (The Seekers) co-wrote it with Dobe Newton (The Bushwackers). Judith's family has accepted the offer of a state funeral
Judith's voice and beauty will Everlast.
As Kiwi who immigrated to this great land, it is with pride I say, “I am Australian”.
Good on ya mate; we take the piss outta the Kiwi's during sports etc, but we will always be Brothers in Arms, and we will ALWAYS remember the ANZAC's.
I came to Oz in 1970. This song makes me emotional and, yes, it should be the national anthem.
We're always glad to have you.
we're lucky to have you wish us. mate.Good luck
Judith sadly passed away the other night aged 79. She will always be a Australian national treasure and the jewel of Melbourne, her voice (the best in the industry) will be remembered forever and will always be in my playlists. RIP Judith 💔
Every school kid knows this song by heart. It is often sung at school events instead of the traditional anthem. I agree that it should be our national song. It's perfect.
I'm a Scot whose relatives emigrated to Australia in the sixties
Every time I hear this I feel such pride as if I was Australian
I loved Judith Durham for her voice and her personality
She was an Icon
RIP Judith you will be missed x
YES . some version of this SHOULD be the National Anthem , I've said it before on other platforms and been shouted down . THANK YOU , Rob .
Needs to happen. We need a referendum on it as well as on the flag. In the early days we mainly hailed from Britain or were indigenous but today its a different story and we are a real melting pot of people. Not saying cut ties with Britain but we do need a bit of independence and our own flag will help to do that.
@@iankearns774 My only issue with changing the flag is that whilst we do need our own flag, I LOVE that our flag is so similar to New Zealand's. It makes me feel closer to our brothers and sisters over there
@@hermansnazzledorf2950 Only because of the Union Jack which is British. A lot of Commonwealth nations share that. I am not against the British history but I think we do need a collaborative flag that embraces both the indigenous past and the settlers from Britain and Europe. I think we have to build a lot of bridges with our past going forwards. Yes a lot of wrongs were committed in settling here but we cant change the past, we can make a better future for all our kids. So we have to all move forwards united, not divided. I see a lot of groups currently trying to divide us which is not on in my mind.
It would need to be re-written to work as an anthem but then it would be a different song.
I’m fed up with people dissing Advance Australia Fair - it’s a great anthem and melody especially when both stanzas are sung. I know the words off by heart. But then I took pride in singing it at school over the top of God Saved the Queen in Joh’s Queensland, much to the annoyance of the principal but bemusement of many teachers. My defiance saw other students have the courage to join me in singing the real anthem, resulting in the school switching to Advance Australia Fair.
Well we agree with you Mikey!
Just hate that Judith left us yesterday 😥. This song should definitely be our anthem, it's so inclusive of all our people 💞. We will miss that stunning velvety like no other voice of yours Judith now that 'Your Carnival Is Over' and you have gone to your 'Emerald City'. Thanks for this Rob 👏💔🕊🕊
RIP Judy we love you, your music and voice live on I. Our hearts ♥️
From USA: Many are very sorry the loss of Judith from around the world. One of the greatest singers and people of my generation.
@@thomastimlin1724 She Was A Huge Part Of AUSTRALIA
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Judith Durham had a beautiful voice, may she rest in peace. I relate to this as I was born in Finland and my family migrated to Australia when I was 2 in the late 60’s. I am so proud to call this country home and call myself an Aussie. This song celebrates the history (good &bad) of this great nation and always gives me chills and a tear of pride when I hear it. Great reaction Rob💖
Thank you Rob for doing this video. This most certainly should be our national anthem because it explains all of we Aussies and our history. As you can see we lost one of Australia's finest singers Judith 2 nights ago. This breaks my heart. Her voice has been part of my family since I was tiny. Rest in Peace Judith. You will always be a legend in every Australian's heart and mind.
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I agree whole heartedly. Judith Durham has been a part of my life since I first saw the Seekers on TV back in the 60’s. RIP Judith, you were much loved.
I am a proud American but this song makes me want to be Australian ❤
It's a heart-warming song penned by Bruce Woodley and others. Bruce believed there was a higher energy inspiring this song. Judith Durham's voice is cut clear and sparkling like a diamond. The band sings with beautiful and gentle harmony. I've seen people from overseas react to this song before, teary-eyed, and wanting to become Australian! Thank-you, Judith, for the gift of your lovely voice to Australia and the world. Enjoy your life on the other side and being in the choir with the angels.
it was written by Bruce Woodley (The Seekers) and Dobe Newton (The Bushwackers)
@@DaveWhoa Yes, thanks. I knew it was written by Bruce Woodley and someone from The Bushwackers, with a bit of toing and froing as they experimented with the lyrics, but I couldn't remember the other guy's name. The joys of old age!
@@barnowl5774 I would've loved to be a fly on the wall while they were writing it. I also love Dobe's song "Marijuana Australiana" lol. PS. Judith Durham's (The Seekers) family has accepted the offer of a *STATE FUNERAL*
Rest peacefully, Judith. A national treasure that has passed from the present and into the realm of Australian legend.
Rest in peace Judith. You gave Australia its heart beat in music. With number one hits around the world including UK. One of the most purist voices on the planet. A true gift and thanks for sharing it with the world.
Yes, for a time she was more famous in the UK than Australia. The Seekers pushed bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones out of the top of the charts for weeks at a time.
I tear up hearing this sung by the Seekers - and - the tears flowed the more with learning of Judith’s passing. Such a loss - and yes, this should be our Anthem - the lyrics say it all.
It's the ultimate song of INCLUSION. RIP Judith 🇦🇺❤🇦🇺
I am American and this song gives me goosebumps. R.I.P. Judith. You were loved by many people of different nations.
As a half Australian (Kiwiroo), this song always tugs the heart strings. It's the reason my Mum went home to die and be buried among her ancestors who were all Scottish and English immigrants from the mid 1800's.
Definitely this should be our National Anthem. Loved the Seekers' performance of the song. RIP Judith your voice will never die in our hearths.
Australia is called an immigrant nation and a lot of people associate that with the past, people coming as convicts, as free settlers........ but what a lot of people don't realise is that we're still currently a nation of immigrants. About 1 in 3 of Australia's population were born overseas.
This song makes me tear up every damn time. RIP Judith
Me too and I'm a kiwi
RIP! Judith. Singing with the angels in Heaven now. 😢❤️🇦🇺
Rob, I know you know a lot more Australian history than most and even more than some Australians. It is sad to not have the full meaning of this beautiful song, so just in case you missed one or two references in the song: Lyrics (brief explanation).
I came from the dream-time, (The Dreamtime is the creation time for indigenous Australians. The Dreaming is the creation of their world and the things that populate it, living and non-living.)
From the dusty red-soil plains. (Most of the interior of Australia, 'the Outback', is desert, composed of red soil formed from the weathering of the iron-rich rocks found there. Only the fringe of Australia is cities and green, which is why 85% of Australians live near the coast.)
I am the ancient heart, the keeper of the flame. (The keeper of the Aboriginal stories and traditions, passed along orally and also in dance around the flame of the corroboree [ceremony].)
I stood upon the rocky shores, I watched the tall ships come.
(The rocky landforms close to landing of the incoming First Fleet vessels bringing the first British colonisers.)
For forty thousand years I've been the first Australian. (Now known to be closer to 65,000 years that indigenous Australians have been here.)
I came upon the prison ship, bowed down by iron chains,
(The First Fleet of British ships brought English and Irish convicts, many just sentenced because of theft of items such as a loaf of bread to feed starving families, or Irish Catholics for practising their religion when this was outlawed by Protestant England. The Puritans who went to North America suffered the same persecution.)
I cleared the land, endured the lash, (The convicts were set to work to clear land for farming, build roads, bridges, dwellings, etc and were whipped to keep them working.)
And waited for the rains. (There were long periods of dry, often drought, and intense heat, with the heavy rainfall -“the rains” providing welcome relief.)
I'm a settler, I'm a farmer's wife on a dry and barren run, (Settler was the name for free people who settled in Australia; a run is a cattle or sheep farm.)
A convict, then a free man,
I became Australian. (Because convict sentences were seven or more years long, and return to England was often impossibly expensive, most convicts stayed once they had served their sentences. They were then released from bondage asnd became free men and women.)
I'm the daughter of a digger,
Who sought the mother lode. (A digger [later the name for Aussie soldiers] at that time was a prospector in the gold rush that began in 1852 in the goldfields of Bathurst, New South Wales, and Ballarat and Bendigo in Victoria. The mother lode was the deep vein of gold ore from which washed the small specks and nuggets that prospectors found in streams. The dream was to find that incredibly rich vein of gold.)
The girl became a woman on the long and dusty road. (Families walked very long distances and in very harsh conditions to reach the goldfields -hence girls becoming women.)
I'm a child of the Depression, (The Great Depression of 1930s followed the Wall Street Crash in the USA, and saw many families around the world lose all their savings, job retrenchments followed as businesses collapsed, many families were reduced to destitution.)
I saw the good times come, (The 1940s started off with an economic resurgence, and this continued post-WW2.)
I'm a bushie, (An Aussie who lives in the 'bush', the remote regions of Australia.)
I'm a battler, (What Aussies call ordinary people, ones who just get by making a living and a life.)
I am Australian.
We are one, but we are many,
And from all the lands on earth we come.
We'll share a dream and sing with one voice,
"I am, you are, we are Australian"
(Australia is an incredibly multicultural nation, with the largest Greek population outside Greece, for instance, as a result of post-WW2 and later migration from Italy, Syria, Lebanon, etc. In later years, migration from Asian countries and our neighbouring Pacific Islands, as well as ongoing migration from British and other European nations.
I'm a teller of stories, I'm a singer of songs,
I am Albert Namatjira
I paint the ghostly gums. (Albert Namitjira [1902-1959] was a famous Aboriginal artist who painted in non-traditional Aboriginal style. His paintings of Australian Ghost Gums, - a smooth, white-barked eucalyptus tree - became famous and commanded huge prices.)
I'm Clancy on his horse, ('Clancy of the Overflow', a famous poem of an Australian drover - stockman “cowboy” - by A. B "Banjo" Paterson.)
I'm Ned Kelly on the run, (Ned Kelly was an infamous Australian bushranger [Australian name for an outlaw] who led a gang - the Kelly Gang. He wore distinctive rough armor with a conical helmet. He was caught and executed at 25 years of age.)
I'm the one who waltzed Matilda, ('Matilda', from the famous Australian song 'Waltzing Matilda', is the swag: the gear of the drover/bushie was placeded on a cloth and the corners lifted and tied together in a knot. A stick was then pushed through under the knot and the 'swag' was carried across the bushie's shoulder, which made it swing - or 'waltz' on the bushman’s back.)
I am Australian.
I'm the hot wind from the desert,
I'm the black soil of the plains,
I'm the mountains and the valleys,
I'm the drought and flooding rains. (Australia is the driest continent on Earth. Most of the edges of the land are mountainous, so the rains fall on the mountains and coastal regions and usually do not reach inland.)
I am the rock, (Uluru [indigenous name] or Ayer’s Rock [as named in 1873 by the explorer William Gosse, the first non-Aboriginal person to see Uluru. He named it after Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of South Australia at the time.] Uluru is the famous huge red monolith in central Australia.)
I am the sky (The southern sky has quite different star patterns to the northern hemisphere.),
The rivers when they run, (River beds are often dry because of Australia’s low rainfall, the rivers towards the centre of Australia often only run after the rains.)
The spirit of this great land,
I am Australian.
We are one, but we are many,
And from all the lands on earth we come.
We share a dream and sing with one voice,
"I am, you are, we are Australian."
(The dream is one of inclusion and equality for people from all lands. We are not there yet, but we are actively working towards it.)
This song always brings a few tears but today the tears flow...for Judith. Rest in peace dear angel 😢
Not sure if you know how well timed this reaction is Rob... but thank you.
Yes. I had filmed this video a couple of weeks ago but got a copyright claim. Its under dispute. But when i heard I thought I should share my video. What an amazing song and singer.
It's patriotic but also celebrates the diversity that makes Australia. It isn't exclusionary but instead inclusive. It's definitely a "We" song. We do it tough, but we're also lucky to have each other. It's a different feeling of patriotism compared to some songs. It's really a "We're all different, but all the same in our differences" kind of thing. Definitely not a "We're better than everyone" kind of song, but a "Come here and be part of our shared experience and become part of our story" kind of song.
Yes. Over. 200. Nations. Are. Now. Australian.
52 years ago this November my parents bravely left the UK and moved to Australia with a 9 and 10 year old. Without a doubt it was the best decision of their lives. The lives we’ve all lived have been happy and full. Sadly my mother only lived 20 years after moving here but no one would dispute they were 20 of the happiest years of her life. She loved Australia with a passion and avidly supported the Australian cricket team from day one! None of this having a foot in both camps. No, she chose Australia as her home and therefore supported Australia in sports! She was a very proper English woman too so it was quite funny to hear her cheering on the Aussie’s! There is something very special about this nation of ours and every time I hear this song I’m reminded of the simplicity of our lives. We are one even though we’re many and we come together like no other nation on earth. We have the most successful multicultural society in the world and I think it’s because generally Australians do see themselves as one. As someone else commented, Australians are quietly patriotic. We don’t wave flags, we don’t believe we’re chosen by God to lead, although I’m sure we’re Gods chosen country! 😊 As I’ve aged I’ve realised how privileged I am to call Australia home. I regularly give thanks to my parents, who have now both passed for that brave vision they had in the late 1960s/early 1970s to build a better life on the other side of the world. I’m not talking about money when I say a better life I’m talking about kindness, acceptance, tolerance and love. We did have a better life and I’m extremely proud to say I’m Australian, got the passport to prove it too!
What strikes about this song is that all the words are carefully chosen. Even" the rivers when they run". Australia being a dry country some rivers do not run always.
This song tells the story of Australia from the First Nations people to the later migrants and the melting pot that it is today. Its a song that all Aussies can emphatically get behind it should be the national anthem maybe with minor changes to update it.
Very much so, it's almost perfect. And so well sung by The Seekers.
RIP Judith, what a legend you are and always will be. Australia loves you always Judith xox
Rob, if you weren't aware Judith Durham past away 2 days ago
To answer your question, YES I would prefer this as our national anthem
I've said for many years now ever since I first heard this song by the Seekers it should be our National Anthem not only is it uplifting but says everything about us Australians. RIP Judith 😪💔
I'm a Kiwi and agree with you 100%.Always give me goosebump's when I hear it
Sad to hear of Judith Durham's death today. Front page news in Australia. I saw her live three years ago singing songs from various genres. What an outstanding singer. Thank you for not interrupting "I Am Australian" too much which American RUclipsrs do.
The Seekers lead the way for other Australian artists. Judith was an Australian treasure RIP.
There was a period while The Seekers were in the UK when their records sales exceeded The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Thank you Judith for sharing with us the gift of your amazing voice. Sing with the Angels now knowing you brought so much pleasure and joy to so many people. RIP... ..there will never be another you. Xxxx
You are 100% correct about this song being our National anthem. Been saying it for years.Advance Australia fair does nothing for me but still better than God save the queen. No offence to Liz. Rip Judith so sorry to hear of your passing.
Advance Australia Fair is just a passionless dirge. Wholly uninspiring.
We could have Rule Britannia Land of Hope & Glory but standing at the MCG you can’t beat 50,000 Brits singing Gid Save the Queen drowning out the Aussies on Boxing Day 😉
@@Thorpeman They can sing all they like, so long as they get a hiding we all win.
@@iankearns774 All the years I used to travel over we never won on the pitch but we certainly won off it 😉
@@Thorpeman Barmy Army!, Barmy Army! LOL Living in Melbourne you tried to get into bay 13 or one of the next to bay 13 bays. Thats where all the fun happened.
Judith Durham was the youngest of the group - she turned 79 just last month. The others are all in their 80's.
Sadly, Judith died last Friday.
There are many who would like to see this Bruce Woodley song as the National Anthem.
RIP Judith, thank you for sharing your amazing voice with us.
I am from Scotland, I love this song, Judith sings like an Angel, this song says it all, through out the world we are one, there is only one race and that is the human race, we are all Gods children, RIP Judith.
Well said ❤
Amen!!!❤❤❤
I'm a Kiwi in NZ but love this song so much..it's very touching
Such a sad day in Australia.. heard the news last night of Judith’s passing. She was just a beautiful person and a phenomenal singer our hearts are broken. The Seekers lost their angel we lost an legend. Sing with the angels Judith we will miss you and you will never be forgotten RIP 😞💔🌹🇦🇺
Most definitely! The song captures it all. Judith, who was iconic, a national treasure, and a gift to us all, will always be remembered,.
I think people from every land on earth loved the wonderful Judith Durham and the Seekers. Bruce's voice here is superb too. I was very sad at the passing of Judith. The Seekers sound here is simply amazing. I too, want to be Australian! RIP beautiful Judith.
Dave.
Thanks Rob for playing this and showing such respect 🙏, P. S. Well you're kinda an honorary aussie 😉❤️
Judith Durham was a beautiful human, humble always grateful for her fortunate life and career. She is singing with the Angels, and what a magnificent sound that must be! 💜
I remember my parents playing The Seekers when I was a child. Judith Durham what a stunning voice...RIP.
Along with the rest of this wonderful country I am absolutely devasted at the sad loss of our Judith. In tears watching this, feels like a family member has passed. In a way I guess she was/is. RIP you delightful lady
I know exactly how you feel, Robert. Such a huge loss. 😢
Robert many of us feel the same way. We are Australian as is the spirit of anyone who might watch. Vale Judith. She will be missed.
Greatest Australian song. So much in this song. R.I.P Judith
"Probably a bit long to be a National Anthem"... Well, Rob, we Aussies are famous (infamous?) for shortening things. Our current National Anthem has more than one verse, but we say fcuk it & just sing the first verse.
Yes, it should be our anthem. Advance Australia Fair is frankly, crap. I Am Australian is so much better. Bruce (the first singer) wrote it, I believe. Sadly, as others have said Judith Durham passed yesterday at 79. The Seekers were extremely successful in their time, and still beloved decades later.
the lorax, I am relieved to learn that others think as I do re Advance Australia Fair. 🤮
I'm Australian and ever since I was a child I have found our national anthem very unattractive. As I've got older I have also found it cringeworthy. I wish we had a beautiful, inspiring and feisty anthem like La Marseillaise. But I Am Australian is much, much better than Advance Australia Fair. While I'm on the subject, we are also desperately in need of a new coat of arms. Come on, the emu and Skippy who is now found in supermarkets?? The Brits have the lion and unicorn. That's inspiring.
We do come from every single country on earth, when we get here we add our uniqueness to the fantastic culture that is Australian. We are one but we are many, We are Australian! I am so proud of our country!
Very timely Rob. Beautiful Judith Durham has just passed away overnight at the age of 79.
Her voice was one of the purest voices I’ve ever heard
I don’t think it’s a maybe, I am Australian should be our national anthem. If the point of the anthem is to summarise the story of the nation. In my opinion no other song does it better to explain Australia and the story of its people.
I'm in the USA, and while I have no say in this question, I have to admit that this song would be the best national anthem if it were adopted.The USA has a horrible national anthem. Judith sings like an angel. She has been my favorite singer since 1965. I can't believe she's gone.
As an Aussie, I’d like to defend your national anthem by the history it has. It was literally written from an event of were quite a few Revolutionaries (Americans) died holding your flag up, just so it wouldn’t fall to the ground.
I’m an Aussie but I have to disagree with you about your anthem. I think the American anthem is great. Whilst I love this song, it could never be our anthem.
We’ll share a Dream and Sing with one voice. we are Australian. We are all one. 🎉🥳🙏🏽💝
Ive lived in Norway for more than 40 years, but when i hear this song i am definitely still Australian
So sad to hear that Judith died. That beautiful voice. Yes for this to be our National Anthem.
R I P Judith ❤️ catching the Morning Town train to her husband
This is one of my favourite songs. It was played a lot on TV when I was a kid. I have always said it should be Australia's National Anthem. I have heard people say Great Southern Land should be and others to.
And yes Rob, you are 100% correct. That line, "And from all the lands on earth we come" is about migration, the different people that make up Australia and the fact that when people come here they are welcome and if they stay and become a part of our lifestyle, we consider them Aussies. And I saw you smile when you heard that, and I knew why immediately. It gives me joy to know that you know you are welcome here and have joy for that. That is Australian Patriotism.
My Dad and mum and us four kids went to the The Seekers play to the crowd of 200,000 at the Myer Music Bowl in 1967 as part of "Music for the People" event. We couldn't see them, but we could hear them as clear as a bell. The most memorable song for Dad, Mum and I at the concert was "The Carnival is Over". We played that song at my Dad's funeral as part of my eulogy, as that amazing performance was something we remembered and talked about over the years as a family.
Beautiful.. thanks for your comment...
This is a special song and it makes me feel Australian. It still brings shivers to my spine and tears when I hear it.
Yes great song for a great country send shivers up your spine, travelled Australia 1988 regret did'nt make it my home. I am Australian for a United people, made to be an Antem sung with passion.
Yes Rob, that’s what the song is about - people from around the world settling in Australia. The song captures the essence of Australia.
This performance made me happy, proud and sad all at once. Judith's voice was beautiful. She really was a national treasure. I assumed you did this video in recognition of Judith's death yesterday, Rob, but since you didn't mention it, I guess it was a coincidence. I heard Athol Guy on the radio this morning, referring to Judith as a "sister" to the three "boys" in the Seekers. It was a very touching tribute.
My parents have an original tape of the Seekers that they played on a Sony reel-to-reel recorder. Their songs remind me of my earliest childhood. My sister and I sang Morning Town at a school concert.
Rob, you mentioned that this could be a new Australian anthem. In fact, Judith Durham submitted new lyrics for Advance Australia Fair, which seem to be more inclusive and include mention of the Dreaming, which is the First Nations creation myth:
Australians let us stand as one, upon this sacred land
A new day dawns, we’re moving on to trust and understand.
Combine our ancient history and cultures everywhere,
To bond together for all time, advance Australia fair.
With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair.
Australians let us all be one, with peace and harmony.
Our precious water, soil and sun, grant life for you and me.
Our land abounds in nature’s gifts to love, respect and share,
And honouring the Dreaming, advance Australia fair.
With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair.
Australians let us strive as one, to work with willing hands.
Our Southern Cross will guide us on, as friends with other lands.
While we embrace tomorrow’s world with courage, truth and care,
And all our actions prove the words, advance Australia fair,
With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance Australia fair.
And when this special land of ours is in our children’s care,
From shore to shore forever more, advance Australia fair.
With joyful hearts then let us sing, advance . . Australia . . fair.
I agree "from all the lands on Earth we come" is very apt; 1/4 Australians was born oversees and 1/2 have at least one parent born overseas.
You said that there aren't many patriotic songs for the UK, but I think there are lots of quite stirring ones: Land of Hope and Glory and Jerusalem (well known to Australians because it is sung during the first over of each day's test match play by the Barmy Army: ruclips.net/video/OQ-Uybh79KM/видео.html) among them.
Thanks Rob I love listening to a Brits point of few about Australia keep them coming. That song always puts a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye. I am lucky to be Australian.
This song perfectly encapsulates the modern multi-cultural Australia. Far better choice for national anthem than Advance Australia Fair.
From the USA: This could be any country's anthem....that's how good the writing. Australia is the lucky chosen one to have had the Seekers, and shared them with the world ...Judith Durham, who just passed away, and the boys were very special, and I'll miss Judith, one of the most recognizable great sing voices and person of my time. Yes, although I don't have any stake in it, I am a musician. This song SHOULD your National Anthem, it's that great. [And darn it, you have Tommy Emmanuel too!]
This song also describes how we as Australians feel like we are the land and the land is us.
Thank you Judith RIP
“We wanted to be ourselves, to sing and speak with our own accent and it was fantastic that we were not asked to change.”
(Judith Durham)
As an Australian and a huge fan of The Seekers I feel a little more sad hearing about Judith’s passing simply because another singer/musician I grew up with and listen to is no longer physically here. So many are leaving us, one by one, which makes me think about my own mortality. It was only last year I saw the delightful stage musical ‘Georgie Girl’. Such a beautiful person.
🌹RIP my dear Judith.
This should be our national Anthem absolutely nobody I know likes it and in memory of the great talent and genuine nice person Judith Durham was and she will forever live on in her music this should be voted on by the people to become our national Anthem RIP Judith you bought so many such happy memories.
On an important side note I heard on radio 2GB sydney that Judith's manager said that Judith with her no so well known solo career cut many songs that were finished but have not been released as yet and they are thinking of releasing the unknown repertoire of Judith's songs as a tribute, I say bring it on more of Judith's classy talent for all to appreciate will cement her legend forever.
Here comes a man from India, listening to this voice and being very empathetic about it.
My opinion is that we all have stories to share and shoulder to cry on.
This is humanity and we are part of this mother earth, yet divided by political boundaries, cheers, kudos to the singers.
Vale Judith Durham 💖 💖 💖 A Great singer and a great and generous soul.
I love the way this song’s lyrics incorporate phrases from “The Wild Colonial Boy’ and from the poem ‘I love a Sunburnt Country’.
Maybe you could take a look at both of these Rob?
R.I.P. Judith, beautiful song and Judith's voice is angelic. We come from all lands us my favourite part as well. I usually don't tear up to this but am today. Maybe because Judith passed yesterday or the fact I'm sickies on the couch drifting in and out of consciousness. Or maybe a bit of both. Either way thanks Rob, perfect timing.
When you visit Australia you will hear this song a lot. ABC television uses it for its station promotion. There are ABC versions sung by chikdren, a version featuring Auslan sign language for the deaf, a community choir done by Zoom during the lockdown, and an indigenous language version. They are very touching. Definitely react to the story of this song with Bruce Woodley, which features most of these versions.
I am not Australian but believe this song should be the National Anthem ... so proud - so strong . BEAUTIFUL!
As Ray Martin said " You've won the lottery if you were born in Australia" - so proud to be Australian 💕
Thanks Rob for reacting to this especially Today…. Judith Durham the singer in the Seekers passed away this weekend…. She had an outstanding voice …. One of our first groups to break the international market when nobody took Australia seriously back in the 1960’s …. The guy that opened the song is Bruce Woodley the writer of this song…. Your write this song describes the true Australian…. Love your work.👍🇦🇺.
Rob, I am crying here in Sydney, Last night our beloved Judith Durham (the female singer here) died in Melbourne after a long illness on 6/8/22 Rest in peace
What an extraordinary piece of timing. Thankyou for reminding us of the beauty in Judith Durham's voice. She will be sadly missed after passing last Friday, 5 August 2022. RIP Judith, your suffering has ended.
I have had this video for about 2 weeks but it got hit with a copyright. It's under dispute. I heard the sad news so thought it would be a good timing in respect to Judith.
@@RobReacts1 That's awesome. Many in Australia will appreciate that.
I don't think it could be our national anthem. No Aussie could get through it without crying. It does make you proud to be part of this magnificent land. We're blessed to call this home.
RIP Judith. The carnival is over, I know we’ll never find another you.
This song is absolutely beautiful..and it quite fitting to be your National Anthem,..From Canada
This song brings a tears to my eyes. It's not just about being born in Australia, or even living here. To me it's about human spirit and connection to the Earth, the challeges we have and the love that we feel. That's why anyone can come here,or be there an be Australian. It means more that a nationality. It's when you drown out the noise and connect hearts with others and with the natural environment.
Rest in Peace Judith. What a song, what a voice, what a loss.
Judith Durham died yesterday, that beautiful voice silent. A National loss.😢
Judith Durham the iconic Australian singer and member of the Seekers passed away on 5 August 2022 aged 79
Yes everyone is welcome to come to live here and once you're here you are Australian. I think we are one of the most diverse, multicultural countries and for the most part we all get along well.
RIP beautiful Judith Durham. National treasure gone.
I'm actually surprised you haven't heard this song before. We lost Judith Durham a few days ago mate...we're having a shocker this year, losing some amazing Australians. May they all rest in peace 🙏🙏
I have never heard this beautiful voice before. It must be one of the those special ones.
Vale Judith Durham, a great Australian talent. Very sad to hear of her passing yesterday 😢
Great song… RIP Judith 😔 Sums up what it means to be Aussie 🇦🇺
In 1967 The Seekers gave a free concert in Melbourne as part of MOOMBA, there was about 250,000 people, a world record for an outdoor concert.
10% of Melbourne's population at the time! It also broke world records for TV audiences as well.
The generally accepted figure is 200,000. A Southern Hemisphere record. The world record, last I heard, is 225,000, set by "King George" Strait a few years ago, in Texas I think.
I'm from the UK where the seekers spent a lot of their time. When I hear this song it gives me goose pimples. ♥️🇦🇺
R.I.P Judith best Aussie female singer
Great reaction Rob thanks mate.
I really do hope that people told her that she and the band were being loved too the end by people around the world that most would not get the chance to hear them.
Watched a lot of reactions and everybody loves the Seekers, what a legend she was fantastic and the band of course. RIP.
I think this song has the feeling of an anthem for the planet - it's beautiful. He makes a great point about patriotism, the song makes me feel like I'm from that country?
"I am, you are, we are all human beings"