I find it very amazing that even at this age his voice didn't mature, it still sounded like he used to in his prime. Honestly if you would play this to somebody without the video, the person wouldn't know that the singer was 77 during the performance.
Sad to hear of his passing. I saw him perform in High Wycombe only last month (September '13), spoke to him, shook his hand, and he signed a couple of his CDs for me. A delightful man.
It's just crazy to read so many comments about his imperfect playing. It just doesn't matter! Can't you guys see past it? It's Noel Harrison just performing beautifully
Noel Harrison, son of actor Rex Harrison, passed away yesterday. Farewell Noel. This recording of Windmills by him is a pleasure to hear and in pleasant contrast to his recordings of the song in his youth. The song imagines how we are swept up into the endless cycles of life and more so than in the 60s, we are surrounded by never ending windmills, those of a world society and today's technology. Noel's performance expresses his modesty, that of a good man in the light of our many windmills.
One of the greatest songs to have major recognition of all time. The melody and chord changes are insanely woven with such beauty and linked with a melody that evokes more emotions than a whole top 40 these days. Diminished chords always help the cause.
R.I.P. Noel Harrison and thank you for leaving us this angelically beautiful song. ♫♫♪ ♬ ♥.♫♫♪ ♬ ♥ ♥ ♥ The song became a hit in the year I was born 1969. In a more innocent time when there was only 3 billion people on the planet. 44 years later the population has doubled to 7.5 billion people and rising
I was a 10 year old when l heard Noel sing this on TV. It was as if, he was born to sing this beautifully composed song, with he's angelic voice. Other great vocalist have sang this song but none do it as well as Noel.
the heartfelt tributes below help ease the pain of this sad news. Unbelievable lyrics of Michelle Le Grande so simply and clearly sung by this evergreen troubador. Miss you so much, Noel.
I didn't know what to expect of Noel Harrison doing this so long after the original and all I can say is Wow! he's still got it. His delivery of this song is perfect.
Not sure what his age was here.... But it's like my voice after leaving my singing routine for 4 years, smoking the one after the other for 20 years, and having lung damage.... Respect for Noel Harrison performing this at his age... But it feels somewhat physically painful to me if I imagine I'd be singing this now this way.
First time I see this video. I only knew that other video, b&w. Wonderful!!! I dont like to hear this song with anyone else but him. He perfectly understands the music and lyrics.
Excellent for his age. Many singers can't really carry a tune anymore decades after their peak, but this was still very recognizably him. Heck, a lot of singers don't even sound like themselves live without autotune and lots of tweaking at the mixing board.
OMG LEGEND.............RESPECT your voice hasnt changed! I remember the first time I saw this over Steve McQueen flying his glider................AWESOME👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I find it very amazing that even at this age his voice didn't mature, it still sounded like he used to in his prime. Honestly if you would play this to somebody without the video, the person wouldn't know that the singer was 77 during the performance.
still has that wonderful voice. R.I.P. Noel. :-)
Quoi? IS he no longer with us. Sad
I like this version best. It sounds better coming from an old man. Thanks for the tribute Harrison fan.
Old is relative, in my mind he’s still young.
That's interesting. His young man rendition was innocently nonchalant. This old man rendition is lovingly bittersweet.
@@Bethelaine1 old is old, it cannot be relative... but Noel gave a beautiful dignity to being old with this rendition
Sad to hear of his passing. I saw him perform in High Wycombe only last month (September '13), spoke to him, shook his hand, and he signed a couple of his CDs for me. A delightful man.
Jim Breeds what an honor and what great memory you will keep!
It's just crazy to read so many comments about his imperfect playing. It just doesn't matter! Can't you guys see past it? It's Noel Harrison just performing beautifully
They can’t cause some people don’t have a good soul.
Better than autotune and miming. It's REAL AND HONEST, but the world is a phony place these days
He never lost it, even after all those years. So much charisma. You will never be forgotten, Mr. Harrison... never. :)
Noel Harrison, son of actor Rex Harrison, passed away yesterday. Farewell Noel. This recording of Windmills by him is a pleasure to hear and in pleasant contrast to his recordings of the song in his youth. The song imagines how we are swept up into the endless cycles of life and more so than in the 60s, we are surrounded by never ending windmills, those of a world society and today's technology. Noel's performance expresses his modesty, that of a good man in the light of our many windmills.
it's moving to hear the young man's voice coming from the old man's frame
RIP NH
I am heartbroken at the news of his passing. I finally found him on RUclips, but alas, to learn he is now gone. Farewell dear troubadour....
Such a wonderful sincere performance. Poignant and very moving. R.I.P Noel Harrison. Thank you for posting.
I’m crying.. beautiful! Voice like an Angle ❤🙏🏻
One of the greatest songs to have major recognition of all time. The melody and chord changes are insanely woven with such beauty and linked with a melody that evokes more emotions than a whole top 40 these days. Diminished chords always help the cause.
Just beautiful. Still a lovely voice, still handsome, still charismatic.
Wonderful, just wonderful. Somehow the ragged guitar playing makes it more real.
Best version by a long way.
The half spoken/sung rendition is what for me makes Noels utterly unique and highly poetic
R.I.P. Noel Harrison and thank you for leaving us this angelically beautiful song. ♫♫♪ ♬ ♥.♫♫♪ ♬ ♥ ♥ ♥
The song became a hit in the year I was born 1969. In a more innocent time when there was only 3 billion people on the planet. 44 years later the population has doubled to 7.5 billion people and rising
He opens my heart every time I hear him sing.
Wonderful song and wonderful man
Fantastic to see that not only is Noel Harrison still performing but also that he can still raise the hairs on the back of my neck...
What a great pleasure it's been meeting you. A true gentleman. We miss you Noel. RIP
This is to precious. He'll turn to 80 next year, wish him all the best, and life be as peaceful as this song!
I love this stripped back version, it sounds so haunting and eerie, brilliant.
I was a 10 year old when l heard Noel sing this on TV.
It was as if, he was born to sing this beautifully composed song, with he's angelic voice.
Other great vocalist have sang this song but none do it as well as Noel.
Memories , what a great rendition , R.I.P Noel .
people who like like wind mills are very special
Legend ! R.I.P. Noel Harrison 29th January 1934 - 19th October 2013.
THE QUALITY OF THESE WORDS SUNG WITH WISDOM OF TIME ,,
What a shame I wasnt able to tell you how much I love your singing and this singing.
Close your eyes and it could be the young Noel singing and the year is 1968. Ah, memories!
the heartfelt tributes below help ease the pain of this sad news. Unbelievable lyrics of Michelle Le Grande so simply and clearly sung by this evergreen troubador. Miss you so much, Noel.
I didn't know what to expect of Noel Harrison doing this so long after the original and all I can say is Wow! he's still got it. His delivery of this song is perfect.
Hadn't seen this before.. What a great performance. One of my favourite songs of all time. RIP
Wow, his voice sounds perfect here. I wish I could ask him his vocal routine! I want to sound like this when I'm his age :)
Not sure what his age was here.... But it's like my voice after leaving my singing routine for 4 years, smoking the one after the other for 20 years, and having lung damage.... Respect for Noel Harrison performing this at his age... But it feels somewhat physically painful to me if I imagine I'd be singing this now this way.
My favourite song of all time. Thank you Noel for the many years of joy jot has bought me. Night night . Sweet dreams xxxxx
A wonderful musician, may god bless you Noel;)
First time I see this video. I only knew that other video, b&w. Wonderful!!! I dont like to hear this song with anyone else but him. He perfectly understands the music and lyrics.
Wonderful. Just wonderful. RIP Noel. I'm in tears
Thanks so much Noel, Wonderful song
Beautiful, God bless you Noel.
Weeping as I'm watching this
The lyrics touches your soul.
Love it. The Master of this song. He owns it without doubt
Larger than the audience realize!
Well done Noel, always loved your version which I bought when it was first released, still got it.
Very cool! Glad to see the original Artist, doing a live version of his song in more recent times!
So nice to hear him sing
A legend that will live on in his music and the memories he has made with everyone he met.....RIP Noel !!
Rest in Peace ,Mr. Harrison . ) :
Wow- he sounds the same..... absolutely beautiful just him and his guitar.... ❤️
Absolutely Beautiful ❤
Amazing. His voice is better than when he was a young man and first sang this song.
Thank You, Noel, for your wonderful contribution of beautiful Music xxl x
Incredible performance 42 years on. RIP. :(
Lovely to see this guy singing one of my old favourites, a beautiful song.....
Awesome performance
Perhaps one of the best songs ever.
Excellent for his age. Many singers can't really carry a tune anymore decades after their peak, but this was still very recognizably him. Heck, a lot of singers don't even sound like themselves live without autotune and lots of tweaking at the mixing board.
Disgraceful that such an artist could only have five people in the audience when lesser bands have thousands. RIP
This was a private performance for the BBC. Many more people watched Noel on stage!
I like this version best. It sounds better coming from an old man. Thanks for the tribute Harrisonfan.
I am glad he still sings What a good man God BlessHim
OMG LEGEND.............RESPECT your voice hasnt changed! I remember the first time I saw this over Steve McQueen flying his glider................AWESOME👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Fantastic Thx for upliading.
Beautiful
Ill remember
Best song ever ❤️
Great song!
I just love this song,it is beautiful
Really touching. RIP
...to a garden in the ocean where his dreams are understood ...
R.i.p
This is a great arrangement by him.
Rest in peace, Noel.
Special, very special
Guy is a genius,
You`re never too old x
Love it.
Moving and brilliant!
Nice man, great singer, excellent song.
Very cool to watch...
Good show!
never heard this version so heardfull!!!!
A great version from the original himself. I like the key transition halfway through, I hope he sang some of his own songs too.
brilliant
Whow thank you Noel , amazing :)
outstanding
Thanks so much Noel xx, Just beautiful x
He still had a very clear voice. Comforting.
Emocionante. Una de las canciones más bonitas de la historia
Bravo👏👏👏🇯🇵
What a beautiful place.
RIP fine sir
He is some 2 years away from being 80 years old. Seeing as you favourited the Black Eye Peas we`ll see what they sound like when they`re 78...
45RPMsingles Classic comments bro 👍
His voice seems hardly changed since he first sang this gem. RIP old mate...
Abouslouty just lovley
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Very enjoyable, it's a great song
I think his voice was even better here than on the original. RIP.
He still had “it” even then
This is perfect.... like Don Quixote chasing windmills.
so touching..
I think I prefer this to the original
He's got so much more soul in his singing in this - after xx many years. Not that I didn't love the original too.
This is the original