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Delaney's Donkey: The Val Doonican Music Show 1982

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  • čas přidán 20. 02. 2013
  • Val Doonican is often quoted as saying that it took him seventeen year's to become an overnight success. He was referring to his appearance, in 1964, on the top rated live TV show, Sunday Night at Th

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  • @stephenphillip5656
    @stephenphillip5656 Před 2 lety +89

    Delaney's Donkey, Rafferty's Motorcar, Paddy McGintey's Goat.... memories of our childhood. Val Doonican was the fella with the cardigan, rocking chair & a gentle Irish brogue. Oh, and a catalogue of songs both funny & thoughtful (Walk Tall, What Would I Be.....) which led us gently along into his world.
    Artists and entertainers such as Val Doonican are from a simpler, less frenetic world. Still missed.

  • @rosebrown9265
    @rosebrown9265 Před rokem +25

    Can't believe it's 2023 and love this music

  • @janeclarkson8471
    @janeclarkson8471 Před 2 lety +46

    He was a great entertainer. Great shows. Modest and without ego! Wonderful TV. 👌👌👌

  • @sandramartin9432
    @sandramartin9432 Před 3 měsíci +10

    my dad played this every Sunday after mass, crying with the lovely memories

    • @allanbarton-sy7wj
      @allanbarton-sy7wj Před 2 měsíci

      my dad did oh god i miss him wish i had you tube back then in 1991 it would have made him very happy SOOOO SAD

  • @miketravis6149
    @miketravis6149 Před 9 lety +158

    You know your getting old when people you grew up with as a child start to pass away. These stars were our parents favourites, so you sat on a Saturday night you would sit there and enjoy. Oh to be a kid again. RIP.

    • @ivadenuff
      @ivadenuff Před 3 lety +8

      So, so true...

    • @amandapryar4675
      @amandapryar4675 Před 2 lety +2

      Memories like these are always happy 💕 ones. Not like today. But the children of today will probably say the same 😁😁

    • @Ardoyne10
      @Ardoyne10 Před 2 lety +2

      well said m8

    • @brendanquinlan5936
      @brendanquinlan5936 Před 2 lety +2

      Aye

    • @karylhogan5758
      @karylhogan5758 Před 2 lety +2

      You read my mind, .. it’s kinda scary too, it’s don’t seem that long ago, yet in years it is of course.. he was kinda comforting then, no loudness, kids drifted off to sleep..

  • @annamarietatum356
    @annamarietatum356 Před 4 lety +59

    I haven't heard this for years. I grew-up watching Val Doonican. He always cheered me up. You don't get entertainers like him anymore, sadly.

  • @user-wo8mk2kx5z
    @user-wo8mk2kx5z Před 3 měsíci +6

    From Donegal,l loved Val Doonican,his shows were a treat and that "smile" ♥️

  • @lawrencepeak8309
    @lawrencepeak8309 Před 8 měsíci +12

    What fun, the lyrics, the tune, the singing. 100% something to lift your day.
    And Val so enjoyed it.

  • @ac5795
    @ac5795 Před rokem +19

    Played this at my mother in laws funeral at the city of London crematorium. Very touching and amusing. Brings back fond memories of mum(Kay). Rest in peace mum. X 🙏👍

  • @garydunn3037
    @garydunn3037 Před 9 lety +65

    My sincerest condolences to the family of Val Doonican who has sadly passed away.
    Val wooed millions in the 60's and 70's with smooth Irish charm. He was up there with
    the best of the Crooners of that generation. Sadly missed, r.i.p. Mr Doonican.

  • @debbybostock356
    @debbybostock356 Před 6 lety +48

    This song NEVER EVER fails to make me smile- the lyrics are so clever! Thank you
    xxxx

  • @isabellesanderson9241
    @isabellesanderson9241 Před 5 lety +85

    Okay I’m 13 and I’ve known this song for as long as I can remember because of my grandad ❤️ he passed away 6 months ago 🤧 hearing this song makes me cry but also smile💓 I’m so happy he taught me these

    • @roseharrington2811
      @roseharrington2811 Před 4 lety +11

      Lovely to think someone your age knows these old songs. I'm sorry to hear about your grandad. Keep singing.

    • @toniomalley5661
      @toniomalley5661 Před 3 lety +6

      Isabelle Sanderson what a great memory may you smile all your day hun

    • @mwhitby502
      @mwhitby502 Před 3 lety +2

      Your grandad had good taste in music. 😀

    • @caidenroberto9000
      @caidenroberto9000 Před 3 lety

      I realize I am kind of randomly asking but does anyone know of a good website to stream newly released series online?

    • @rodneyty4361
      @rodneyty4361 Před 3 lety

      @Caiden Roberto Flixportal xD

  • @margaretlim6535
    @margaretlim6535 Před 2 lety +16

    An absolute gem...❤️
    love Val Doonican singing Delaney’s Donkey since I was a wee nipper!

  • @bazza945
    @bazza945 Před 3 lety +17

    Pure talent, clear voice, no voice sweetener required.

  • @paulgregory1364
    @paulgregory1364 Před 2 lety +11

    I'M SO PROUD OF THIS SONG!!!
    My middle name is Delaney.
    I love the Irish!!!

    • @thebagfather4633
      @thebagfather4633 Před 10 měsíci +1

      watching this and tapping my feet to it a classic song and singer

  • @kevvome
    @kevvome Před 9 lety +83

    The one and only Val Doonican. A man and a GENTLEMAN. As laid back as it was possible to be and had a magic about him that chilled you out and made you think that we didn't live in a bad world at all. One of the first records I put on my first computer 8 years ago was this track and Paddy McGinty's Goat. They were funny and made me think what a great place Ireland must be.
    The world is a worst place for this great man's passing. God bless you mate and thank you for the endless times of joy your music has given me.

    • @brianc4594
      @brianc4594 Před 8 lety +8

      +kevvome "and made you think that we didn't live in a bad world at all"......exactly!

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome Před 8 lety +3

      +Brian C Cheers Bri.
      Glad you agreed with my sentiment.

    •  Před 4 lety +2

      irish jim reeves r i p val

  • @NallDave
    @NallDave Před 7 lety +10

    I'm a Guitar Taecher and use this song to teach children Travis Picking. I loved it when I was a kid and it is an absolute delight to see children enjoying it for the first time. I changed the 'all committed suicide' line to 'all ran off home nd cried' just to be super careful not to upset any of them.

  • @Glenn1967ful
    @Glenn1967ful Před 9 lety +14

    A good man and a well loved performer, far better than what we have now.

  • @SuperGingerBickies
    @SuperGingerBickies Před 9 lety +16

    Val Doonican was the first famous person I ever encountered when I was just 8 years old. He was a handsome prince of a man indeed! He's provided lovely, warm and funny memories, became an idol of mine and was responsible for many tunes to the soundtrack of my life. Those Saturday nights after bath time he'd be on the telly with real international music stars, I recall all those lovely Christmas shows and that wonderful Homeward Bound series he did for BBC One in the late 1980's. He came from County Waterford, Ireland, where my late father came from - of that fact I am indeed very proud of. Next to Gilbert O'Sullivan, Waterford provided not only a versatile entertainment legend but an all round top bloke. May the Lord grant you eternal rest, knowing that you have given pleasure to many millions left here!

  • @wenglishsal
    @wenglishsal Před 9 lety +27

    Bless you Val Doonican for all the giggles, smiles and lovely songs.. RIP Big Man, rest easy now and sing a few songs above the clouds .. :0)x

  • @leehey7095
    @leehey7095 Před 3 lety +6

    A true family entertainer that unfortunately we just dont see the likes of today. Great lyrics that make me smile every time I hear them

  • @bryandale2318
    @bryandale2318 Před 9 lety +10

    Thank you for the fun you gave us from the 60's. RIP and my thoughts are are with your family. God Bles You.

  • @musicandbooklover-p2o
    @musicandbooklover-p2o Před rokem +10

    The first record I ever purchased for myself was a Val Doonican one, and when we got a TV in the late 70s I would always record his show - on just after lunch in NZ - to watch later. I have been a fan for over 50 years and he is still one of my all time favourite singers. I just wish the songs he sung were still to be heard by modern singers today, they always make you smile and cheer you up. Thank you for the video.

  • @bonobo2go
    @bonobo2go Před 9 lety +48

    RIP....this was part of my childhood memories. Val...don't forget to look for the angel with the whiskers on....it'll be Paddy McGinty's Goat :-)

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome Před 9 lety +7

      bonobo2go Well said pal!

  • @debbybostock356
    @debbybostock356 Před 7 lety +21

    This is my 'go to happy song' - I can picture the scene the man's a bloody genius!!! Thank you Val xx

  • @NickJay
    @NickJay Před 6 lety +16

    I loved this song and his other family favourites such as the magical toy, walk tall and so on. Saw him live 3 times and his shows were always a delight and a pleasure. Sadly missed. RIP Val.

  • @8610sarge
    @8610sarge Před 8 lety +18

    grew up watching him on the box, loved his songs as boy still do as a man of 52yrs, RIP sir

  • @mikewood866
    @mikewood866 Před 9 lety +8

    My Gran knitted us all Arran sweaters because of this bloke,,,ha ha
    Rest in piece Val, I have fond childhood memories, because of your songs.

  • @Ampton69
    @Ampton69 Před 9 lety +11

    RIP Val, Some great songs and this is one of the best.

  • @markaustin5884
    @markaustin5884 Před měsícem +1

    I'm 63 yrs old now and can remember sitting by our radiogramme as a child listening to this lol😅

  • @slay4ev3r89
    @slay4ev3r89 Před 7 lety +10

    Loved this ! Fond memories of the family in happy times! RIP Val . God Bless .

  • @hemmay
    @hemmay Před 9 lety +17

    Fabulous.Thanks for the music, Val. RIP

  • @steveosborne2899
    @steveosborne2899 Před 6 lety +9

    This is so true. I'm sitting in Italy and I've accidentally brought this up on CZcams. Happy memories.

  • @54musiclover
    @54musiclover Před 9 lety +13

    RIP Val, a legend. Made you happy just listening to his relaxed style.

  • @Seanadun
    @Seanadun Před 4 lety +9

    My dad loves this song and would sing it to us it always made us howl with laughter .

  • @scopex2749
    @scopex2749 Před 6 lety +3

    Rest well dear Val i grew up with your songs, feeling very old now......we are running out of stars.... :...(

  • @Nikkilovesgils
    @Nikkilovesgils Před 8 lety +8

    I grew up listening to this song and I had it as a ring tone on my phone, a great song by a great man

  • @weegiewarbler
    @weegiewarbler Před 9 lety +42

    #RIP ... fond childhood memories of Saturday evenings spent with family watching this sweet man.

    • @thefoxhat6163
      @thefoxhat6163 Před 9 lety +14

      Can I just pretend I'm not old enough to remember?

  • @TicktakSunny-vz4ux
    @TicktakSunny-vz4ux Před 2 měsíci +2

    2024..... still bl..dy marvellous! Many happy memories.

  • @SuperHelmia
    @SuperHelmia Před 9 lety +6

    Oh Val I loved watching you on TV and hearing your songs. I bought all your records. This song is my favourite. Rest in peace and thank you for entertaining me.

  • @neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978
    @neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Loved this in the 1970's, still dooo😊

  • @sheilaferguson7832
    @sheilaferguson7832 Před 9 lety +14

    He was one of the world greatest loved his shows

  • @brianc4594
    @brianc4594 Před 8 lety +9

    Val Doonican...top quality in his professional and personal life. God rest him

    • @VincentRE79
      @VincentRE79 Před 8 lety +3

      Agree, my mother used to adore him.

  • @drjools8196
    @drjools8196 Před 7 lety +10

    amongst my aunts belongings i inherited was a picture of Val with his autograph. i still treasure it.

  • @SuperGingerBickies
    @SuperGingerBickies Před 10 lety +2

    I absolutely adore Val Doonican! I played his music regularly when I used to do an Irish music programme on hospital radio - alongside the likes of Enya, U2, The Saw Doctors, Daniel O'Donnell etc. Watching this clip brought back lovely childhood memories of weekend evenings when entertainment shows were chilled, relaxed and did what they said on the tin. I'm delighted that one of his songs is on an ad for a toy shop chain. I LOVE YOU, VAL!

  • @user-eu1cm8wz9g
    @user-eu1cm8wz9g Před rokem +2

    I loved Val Doonican singing he was fantastic RlP Val forevermore 2:37

  • @dorothykazer1371
    @dorothykazer1371 Před 5 lety +5

    I remember listening to him on the Light Programme before tv,. He was a perfect gentleman and a lovely gentle singer.

  • @AnotherChelseaFan
    @AnotherChelseaFan Před měsícem +1

    one of my mums favourites brings back memories of my childhood now 64 where have all those years gone .

  • @alanwitton5980
    @alanwitton5980 Před 4 lety +3

    Fabulous stuff! Great entertainer sadly missed! God Bless him

  • @theresaconnolly8311
    @theresaconnolly8311 Před 9 lety +5

    THINK I BACK THAT ON THE GRAND NATIONAL !!! WHAT A LAUGH BROUGHT BACK GREAT MEMORIES OF CHILDHOOD HOLIDIES IN IRELAND

  • @girvanpaterson1098
    @girvanpaterson1098 Před 9 lety +6

    My cousin Audrey Duggan was one of his backup singers for many years, so I know firsthand what a decent lovely man he was, 'Ireland's Bing Crosby', may he rest in peace, and sing with Bing in heaven!

    • @petercampbell1585
      @petercampbell1585 Před 9 lety +2

      I remember him singing Paddy McGinty's Goat! Mum and dad had one of his LPs.

  • @user-wx9ky9lr1y
    @user-wx9ky9lr1y Před 9 lety +8

    Wonderful moment and song- thanks Val RIP

  • @paulbutler535
    @paulbutler535 Před 9 lety +8

    great showman, live shows every saturday, sang effortlessly,

  • @ELLEFEM
    @ELLEFEM Před 9 lety +5

    loved watching this lovely man.. rip Val Doonican x

  • @46kevs
    @46kevs Před 9 lety +4

    Another star has left us. Happy childhood memories.

  • @achildofthe80s31
    @achildofthe80s31 Před 2 měsíci

    I grew up listening to his "The World Of Val Doonican" album, loved these funny songs.

  • @anthonykilleen4489
    @anthonykilleen4489 Před 9 lety +7

    Will be sadly missed...a true gentleman and fond childhood memories on Saturday evening on tv in the 70's watching him singing lovely songs...R.I.P

  • @keithoneil6711
    @keithoneil6711 Před 4 lety +4

    Just love this song and his voice beautiful amazing voice

  • @kazzwill21
    @kazzwill21 Před 9 lety +2

    the days when we all knew the words to all the songs and sat round the old black and white teli singing along, ah Saturday nights who can forget the, RIP VAL

  • @kirstinnapier316
    @kirstinnapier316 Před 9 lety +2

    Lots of nice times watching val on TV with my family he will be missed

  • @user-eu1cm8wz9g
    @user-eu1cm8wz9g Před rokem

    Loved hearing Val Doonican ❤️ singing again l have fond memories of his music 🎶 RlP Val you are one of God's angels 😇 now 😇 ♥️

  • @alsdouble
    @alsdouble Před 9 lety +2

    RE RETREATED FROM TV TOO LONG AGO. GREAT MEMORIES, All hail a great entertainer.

  • @gravityfallslover1278
    @gravityfallslover1278 Před 9 lety +6

    Rip i used to watch your show with my dad .such memories

  • @davidmullaney5366
    @davidmullaney5366 Před 6 lety +2

    Bring a many tear to my eye watching this I remember watching it with my late father and mother

  • @gremlinuk1968
    @gremlinuk1968 Před 9 lety +4

    rember watchen with my gran, in the 80s when I was a kid,,, R.I.P. VAL,! & my Gran,, aswell,!!

  • @victoriadelaney1123
    @victoriadelaney1123 Před 7 lety +4

    My name is Victoria Delaney & I love this song.

    • @kevvome
      @kevvome Před 6 lety +1

      Me too Vicky! And I see you and Val both have the same initials!

  • @joannagodfrey5111
    @joannagodfrey5111 Před 9 lety +5

    a lovely man and great entertainer, Val Doonican RIP

  • @Deano4322
    @Deano4322 Před 9 lety +4

    When I was a kid Val Doonican was my favourite entertainer , I remember on Saturday nights as my mum and dad prepared to go out for the evening them telling my older brother " let him have Val Doonican on later " and as the program started sitting down in front of the t.v. And not moving until Val sang that last song sitting in that old rocking chair , great memories of a truly great singer and entertainer. RIP Val and thanks for the memories.

  • @AlanWinter
    @AlanWinter Před 9 lety +8

    Wholesome. Funny. Entertaining. RIP.

  • @738polarbear
    @738polarbear Před 3 lety

    Dear old Val . Humble,nice and enjoyable. ,Famous for his cable knit sweaters among other things.

  • @Mistysmudge1
    @Mistysmudge1 Před 9 lety +3

    RIP he was great loved watching him as a kid, mum and dad had some albums too :)

  • @KeepFunkyBaby
    @KeepFunkyBaby Před 9 lety +8

    RIP - part of my childhood memories.

  • @jamesmacpherson1182
    @jamesmacpherson1182 Před 3 lety +5

    RIP val a true gentleman and entertainer

  • @PrinceWesterburg
    @PrinceWesterburg Před rokem +1

    OMG - Soundtyrack of my childhood! Takes me back to a much happier world

  • @brenkelly5866
    @brenkelly5866 Před 9 lety +1

    poor oul Val,,,my folks would not miss his saturday night show for anything..may he Rest in Peace..

  • @jillkent6134
    @jillkent6134 Před 8 dny

    Brilliant takes me back 😊

  • @liamwilson1870
    @liamwilson1870 Před 9 lety +17

    God bless Val doonican RIP

  • @faroutthere100
    @faroutthere100 Před 9 lety +4

    Saddened to hear of his passing . I wonderful over night success that took seventeen year to get to

  • @markwilson3270
    @markwilson3270 Před 9 lety +6

    Legend, childhood memories.. RIP..

  • @keithoneil6711
    @keithoneil6711 Před 6 lety +2

    I just love his voice and songs beautiful

  • @gimmeahugnow
    @gimmeahugnow Před 9 lety +2

    Many fond memories of my childhood RIP Val xxx

  • @meadowm1742
    @meadowm1742 Před 3 lety +2

    He was such a lovely man. Soundtrack of my childhood.

  • @gremlinuk1968
    @gremlinuk1968 Před 5 lety +2

    if this don't bring a smile to face ,, you are sad !!

  • @cotswoldcuckoo775
    @cotswoldcuckoo775 Před 4 lety +3

    One of those shows which came on the telly and I thought, well what a waste of time this will be, but always somehow thoroughly enjoyed.
    Another such was David Nixon if anyone remembers him.
    Val was famous for his sweaters. Much have sweated his balls off under those studio lights.

  • @MelBond-oc7sh
    @MelBond-oc7sh Před 11 měsíci +1

    A great entertainer. Still love to hear him sing

  • @ROCKINGMAN
    @ROCKINGMAN Před 3 měsíci

    Good ol' Val Doonigan, love old funny songs!

  • @adybeasley9401
    @adybeasley9401 Před 2 lety +1

    Brilliant VAL
    whenever got a new jumper 4 xmas all the lads used 2 say got ur val doonican jumper on back in the 80s lol cos he always wore crazy jumpers 😁👍

  • @glenlay
    @glenlay Před 6 lety +1

    I really miss this great entertainer and this kind of entertainment. 😊🇬🇧

  • @swampjajc
    @swampjajc Před 4 lety +3

    2019 first time ive ever heard this, fantastic!

  • @paulg1886
    @paulg1886 Před 9 lety +3

    RIP Val, you gave me a thousands laughs back in my youth :)

  • @tonygodfrey7813
    @tonygodfrey7813 Před 9 měsíci

    Very much missed. Fred was a good friend. Gave me a copy of one of his L.P's. That was missing from my Wedlock collection. Timsbury is not the same since one of their nicest residents passed away. Rest In Peace Fred.

  • @BackToTheBlues
    @BackToTheBlues Před 9 lety +9

    In his case, I would say Val Doonican, thank you and Relax In Peace.

  • @icdas7158
    @icdas7158 Před 4 lety +3

    Love this take ms me back to being a kid

  • @hussamjanneh2270
    @hussamjanneh2270 Před 2 lety +1

    أنا عربي وأحب هذه الأغنية الجميلة بلحنها وطريقة هذا المغني الساحرة

  • @julielloyd555
    @julielloyd555 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this, from being a child. What a gentleman!

  • @ferraridinoman
    @ferraridinoman Před rokem +1

    Bloody good or what!!? RIP xxx

  • @grahamsmith5682
    @grahamsmith5682 Před 5 měsíci

    Just stumbled upon this one, reminds me of when Saturday night tv was enjoyable

  • @joannasdigitalimages302

    I swear you can find anything on CZcams! I grew up watching the Val Doonican Show on tv and remembered this song fondly.

  • @lindsaymacdonald6540
    @lindsaymacdonald6540 Před 3 lety +16

    Two doors down.

  • @mojojomo6750
    @mojojomo6750 Před 10 měsíci

    Wonderful little song that I'd never heard till now - love it!😁