Judith Durham (Seekers Version) It's Hard To Leave (Stereo) 1997

[@johngodfrey.766]

I’m 82 but young and I love the great voice of one of the all time greats, I’ve never heard this song and I started to cry, God wasn’t she great

[@ronaldjost6316]

Yes

[@johnschuh8616]

Ditto!

[@adianders7496]

Please continue to stay healthy and happy and enjoy listening to this wonderful voice. 🤗

[@leecowell8165]

@@ronaldjost6316 81 here and I'd heard this song years ago when she was younger. It still makes me cry when I hear this beautiful woman singing it. There is none other quite like Judith Durham. She wrote this song.

[@seangibbons6293]

Yes, liked the Seekers, but then I heard this song and realized what a great voice Judith had.

[@noelinesmith6846]

Rest in Peace Judith. Australia has lost an extradionary talent today at age 79 You will be treasured and fondly remembered. Deepest condolences to her family and friends. I am heartbroken 💔 😞

[@stc5238]

It is OK child of GOD, " SISTER DURHAM " NOW RESIDES IN HEAVEN I FEEL. BE AT PEACE FOR SHE IS and she would want that of you as well. Enjoy her music and read kjv BIBLE to be closer to her and find joy. BLessings to you. Amen ❤️

[@rajamoorthy1969]

Not just Australia. The world has lost a golden voice. Music knows no boundaries. She is loved everywhere.

[@duanepajak4240]

Judith Durham is surely missed! What a beautiful voice. She was a happy, loving person! Being she was my age of 79, I feel a special connection to her passing! Duane Pajak of Michigan Judith

[@josefpotuznik6836]

Ano veliký talent. Krásná píseň. Odpočívej v pokoji 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@jackjenkins7570]

❤

[@kelly6739]

If they played Judith singing just one note on the radio. You would instantly know it was Judith, No one came close to that incredible singing voice. R.I.P. Judith

[@leecowell8165]

I agree. Her voice was instantly recognizable and she never lost it.

[@Greebstreebling]

The 60's was an amazing time musically, so many great artists and so many innovative and creative composers. Through it all, I knew Judith Durham was unique and special, and so it turned out. What an incredible era, I think never to be repeated.

[@DavidHellens-bt2ry]

I met her at the backstage of the Royal Albert Hall, I was mesmerised by her humbleness, she gave me her Autograph, something I will cherish forever and I will take it to my grave...R-I-P Judith, a great loss to us all...xx

[@richardbarr8766]

Absolutely stunning singing by the leading female singer of the century

[@nicolebuschmeyer9522]

Amen

[@Robescocia]

Double Amen! What a voice!

[@johnfrancis1743]

How right you are Richard.Without doubt the best vocalist of all time

[@kennethstrauch8957]

ADD ANOTHER AMEN, GOD BLESS HER

[@artkent]

It isn't possible to describe her. Such a voice and person. She is one of a tiny group of authentic international treasures.

[@frankscivier4874]

It isn’t just the staggering beauty of her voice that makes everyone love Judith Durham’s singing. She also packs so much feeling and emotion into that it is quite incredible. I get tears in my eyes just listening to this astounding singer and I am not really an emotional person.

[@rocroc]

This is beautiful....but anybody listening know that as well. Thank you Judith.

[@meredithgreenslade1965]

It's hard to say goodbye, lovely lady. May you rest in peace. I played this last night and today you're gone. Thank you for filling our lives with you're beautiful voice and memorable songs. God bless ❤️❤️

[@jeffsilverman6104]

Beautiful, talented Judith. How special you were, and will always be to many of us. We miss you down here, dear lady.

[@carlobocci7296]

I have heard her voice over and over again and it is absolutely a gift from God Almighty.

[@kennethstrauch8957]

If there isn't a God who made this woman I don't know who did....she is beautiful.

[@cgkennedy]

I suspect it was her parents who gave her that voice. Her sister also sang.

[@jimditch6990]

What a superb voice! Really miss her.

[@FlyingKeo045]

A beautiful gem of a song, sung by the most precious gem of a singer. I`ve been so upset since she passed away this month, but I am so glad that we can all still see and hear you`re great legacy. Also, so sorry for the remaining Seekers. RIP Judith--God Bless

[@heatherhayes7947]

this is one of the Seekers songs l played at my husbands funeral it still brings me to sobbing my heart out.

[@leecowell8165]

I'm still hear but I want it played at mine...

[@tet68vietnam72]

It is almost impossible to believe that Judith battled a chronic lung disorder her entire life, yet it didn't stop this beautiful voice from enchanting the world for nearly 60 years, both as the shining star of The Seekers and as a solo artist. Athol Guy, a member of The Seekers, recalled often hearing her coughing in her dressing room, then coming out and blessing us with that beautiful voice. But in the end, she lost the battle, and the lung disorder took her from us at age 79. That voice was just as pure and clear the end of her career as it was in the beginning. If you have never heard her sing "Carry Me," please do. It was the last song she recorded before her death. She recorded it as a solo artist, but her fellow Seekers planned on adding harmony to the song as a surprise for her, but she died before they could finish adding it. But, to honor her memory, they upgraded the song and released it to the public.

[@leecowell8165]

She developed it from a very early childhood disease of some sort. And I suppose it did some kinda permanent damage.

[@DafTaf1]

She sings with so much passion, so sweetly, so reassuring

[@StingRayV]

My God...I just log in and stumble upon this absolute GEM? Freaking beautiful.

[@jonearp8718]

Rest in peace dear Judith. The world is a poorer place having lost a treasure such as you.

[@RichB17]

Rest in Peace, Judith! Such an appropriate song today.

[@TommieTinker]

One of the greatest female vocalist over the past 50 years....never tire of hearing her songs...bless you and the guys for bringing such wonderful music to the world...which needs so much more of it...

[@TC-qd1zw]

Not one but the best

[@DavidB1947]

Wonderful lady with a wonderful voice which has lasted through the years. God has gifted her to bring so much pleasure to us. I just listen to her again & again. Wish I could meet her.

[@geoffreyjohnston6483]

We buried my mother 1 March 24. Bittersweet time this song makes the loss a little less present. She wads wrll loved by so many. It's hard to have let her go.

[@mancyank564]

My condolences, Geoffery. We lost our mum in 2005 and there are times when I deeply feel the lost. With time it is easier to handle. Elaine 🇬🇧

[@martinpeacocke8968]

Thank you Judith! You brought so much happiness into our lives.

[@joemdee]

Absolutely.

[@mikewalling6825]

25 years ago, can't believe it- she had a lovely voice

[@brucesherry277]

An ageless, timeless gift. RIP

[@moparmtn]

Judith is so gifted by our Lord. God has really blessed this lady... so very humble and full of love for everyone and so gracious....

[@DavidHellens-bt2ry]

What a legacy she leaves behind, this song I want playing when I must go...R-I-P Judith xxx

[@rosskilpatrick934]

Will play this song every year I live. RIP beautiful Judith.

[@kafrose1]

Oh, Lord, is there any voice more pure and refined as Judith Durham's? I think not. Absolutely beautiful!

[@SaskiaCornell]

B E A U T I F U L. Love you Judith - thank you for being in my life, even before you were a Seeker-who knew that the teenage girl I heard sing and play piano back in 1959 when I was 6 and you were 16 in Kew Melbourne would become an international treasure. You are Australia's great female singer

[@rica967]

Judith, You are with God and dwell with Angels now.....you will forever be missed. The sound of your beautiful voice is cherished.

[@heatherhayes7947]

PLayed this at my Beautiful husbands funeral in 2012 still cry whenever I play it. Like now.

[@kafrose1]

August 6, 2022. Just learned of Judith's death. Love this music. I want this recording played at my funeral.

[@trishhill9476]

I have never felt emotional with the passing of a singer or an actor. This is the first time in my life, that this has happened. Thank God Olivia Newton John didn't have the same effect on me, as their deaths were only three days apart from each other. Judith Durham's voice made you feel so much emotion.

[@leecowell8165]

Olivia John was an okay singer but more of an entertainer than a real singer such as Judith. Also John was English and not born in Australia like many of her followers believed.

[@kennethstrauch8957]

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN.....I wish I knew of her years ago.

[@cardiffbluesgirl]

A year ago this wonderful soul with this beautiful voice left us all. The world is a poorer place without you Judith. Bless you lovely girl.

[@frankscivier4874]

This lady’s beauty of voice and singing talent is just so colossal as to make me think that maybe there is a God after all. Surely, you would think, no-one can possibly be as wonderful as Judith Durham is without it being a gift from above.

[@7Steveski]

Yes, there IS a God, and as messed up as we are, He loves us. He sent His Son for us.

[@leecowell8165]

One never knows. I do not believe in a Deity per say BUT I do believe in Soul and to be more specific I believe in Quantum Entanglement of Soul as beautiful people like her must be derived from somewhere.

[@rosemaryhill4059]

I don't think I'll ever hear a voice tht can move me as Judith Durham's did. I can't imagine how Messrs Athol, Potger and Woodley must have felt when she died. There must be times when it's even harder to have to stay.

[@SaskiaCornell]

Makes me cry every time I hear it. Such a beautiful song. Thanks Judith

[@kennethstrauch8957]

AMEN

[@osvaldoschilling9129]

This song is absolutely beautiful and in some way touches every single human being.

[@claytonchar9232]

Such a beautiful voice. I only found her singing now. A treasure.

[@02887727356]

its never too late

[@bernieulincy4244]

Words cannot describe what this angelic voice does each and every time I listen to Judith, particularly this beautiful song. Her melodic piano playing and her perfect pitch is just magnificent. There is no equal to Judith Durham. No one can touch her.

[@mikemorris8907]

No words can describe how beautiful this song is sung by one of the worlds great singers,lovely Judith,this is one for my last day,bless you Judith.

[@themassofmen]

She is the real deal. A pity that the world has seen so little of her.

[@tomharrison6607]

it is amazing because cardi b nikki minaj etc have a 100 million views and judith has barely over 100 thousand it says a lot about our culture right now when high art like judith is not appreciated

[@kafrose1]

@@tomharrison6607 I was a teenager in the 60's and I knew Georgy Girl but didn't know who sang it. I just this past April 2021 discovered the Seekers and Judith Durham. Too bad others haven't found them.

[@tomharrison6607]

@@kafrose1 i know that is exactly what happened to me about 10 years ago i knew of georgy girl and never find another you but with youtube i found the carnival is over all my trials walk with me climb every mountain etc etc etc she is criminally under rated i think the greatest female singer of the last 100 years there is something in her voice that moves me like no other singer

[@kennethstrauch8957]

Truly a gift from God....!!!!!!

[@michael7482]

What a wonderful voice. I think we in the U.S. heard only a handful of Seekers songs.

[@Caesar13ism]

Wow. I mean come on. That voice. She fascinates me. Her vibrato is so perfect. And how do you describe that tone she has? Just amazing.

[@bigbro858]

Rest in peace Judith. Godspeed in your journey home.

[@ronaldstone4734]

Absolutely the "BEST" of the "BEST" !!!!!!!

[@jimremus9547]

Very emotional, such a pure voice.

[@philmccumbee6938]

Voice of an angel.

[@Just-a-Thought.]

In terms of beautiful music and supreme talent I have a few regrets now that I'm in my sixties. Seeing this performance from 1997 makes me realise that never seeing Judith Durham in concert is right up there.

[@dennisoconnor2992]

That was always on my bucket list also, but, like you, alas I'm in my seventies and doubt I will ever see them live. Her music is my memories.

[@adrianlarkins7259]

You've done it again Judith. A truly beautiful song sung with feeling, perfect pitch and clarity. I have a lump in my throat. My eyes are watery.

[@adrianlarkins7259]

***** I've listened to it again and I have another wet tissue. I did not know until recently, Judith is the composer of this haunting tune. Not only does she have THAT voice but she is a music maker too.

[@fionajohnston]

Leave a lump in your throat!! Does more than that, reduces me to tears, I am going to recommend her to the actor, Douglas Henshall to listen.

[@larryvermeer6170]

good morning my friend adrian this song also make's my cry too

[@dennisesplin3285]

This song sung beautifully by dear Judith always makes me cry. She was a pearl. A diamond. A treasure missed.

[@JudithsJoy]

Thank you, Denny161853. Thank you, KZbin. And thank you, Judith, for once again filling our hearts with joy.

[@therealKINDLE]

Funny how all else in life seems so trivial so long as this girl is singing. A power that is not yet fully understood.

[@mikenewman4155]

This is the most perceptive, insightful comment I have ever seen on the internet about Judith ... and beautifully expressed. There IS a power about her. It is something almost from a different world.

[@Robescocia]

I too become mesmerised when Judith sings.

[@gusefulbeauty]

Well said. You are so right! Thank you for putting into words how I feel and experienced. There is a power that permeates the depth of my soul when I hear her sing.

[@rosemaryhill4059]

Without a doubt. I couldn't have said it better myself. She always looked fragile, but her voice had a power I've never heard from any other voice. I never knew what music I wanted played at my funeral. I do now.

[@7Steveski]

This song just makes me sigh. At my age, I've said goodbye many times...

[@markfretwell1]

R.I.P. Judith truly the voice of an angel

[@shirleyscott8879]

I left my family aged 25 and never intended to immigrate to Canada for good. I miss them so much. I now have my own family and am torn between England and Canada. So devastating.

[@davidgeorgea]

I have much respect for Judith a marvellous singer , she has faultless voice. I still enjoy her music 🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@markziegler2979]

Beautiful voice, Beautiful woman, Beautiful Song- What more can one say?

[@larryvermeer6170]

This is why i waych these videos of this angel voice so i don't have to say good bye or rest in peace at all because she has me always crying here too

[@1Farmrose]

absolutely lovely song from a lady of total class and simply wonderful voice, there is so much meaning in this lovely song

[@johnking6550]

I suspect that in some ways the world has consumed the kool-aid of present day pop culture, and has somehow misplaced that connection with basic sentimentality that enables one to fully appreciate beauty such as this. ..I hope not. We are SO very fortunate to have this little youtube enclave as a community of the like minded, where we can enjoy and celebrate this wonderful gift we all love! God bless this precious lady.

[@fernandreniers9804]

wonderful said John ! God bless her

[@gusefulbeauty]

😭 I love her so much!! She is an angel on the other side now.

[@a1ar127]

My thanks to the tubers that found and posted this. An incredible, moving way for Judith to say goodby…. Maybe prophetic as she knew the challenges before her.

[@jamesmitchell5170]

This lady is such a talented person! I could listen to her all day!!!!

[@RandyFelts2121]

The pathos in this song is just incredible. I reminds me of a chapter in the Bible in Acts (chapter 20) where the Apostle Paul is leaving Ephesus for the final time. 35 I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive. 36 And when he had thus spoken, he kneeled down, and prayed with them all. 37 And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him, 38 Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship.

[@stevebilliter]

Randy--nice post, I'm a Bible scholar myself. However, some human goodbyes will have a permanent ending, but those of us in Christ will have a happy reunion--not even death can separate us! 1Th 4:16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: 1Th 4:17 Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. 1Co 15:54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, *Death is swallowed up in victory.* "The living righteous are changed "in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye." At the voice of God they were glorified; now they are made immortal and with the risen saints are caught up to meet their Lord in the air. Angels "gather together His elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other." Little children are borne by holy angels to their mothers' arms. *Friends long separated by death are united, nevermore to part,* and with songs of gladness ascend together to the City of God"[CG 566]

[@leecowell8165]

Wow, Randy you're into it for sure. Read a bit of it myself and whoever wrote it needs to clean it up and that includes interpretations because a lot of it is very, very sketchy to say the least. They definitely needed better recording devices back then but the problem is when is when... when?

[@racek1602]

​​​ DEAR BROTHERS IN CHRIST, THANK FOR YOUR DEEP AND TRUE WORDS, MY EYES ARE FULL TEARS WHEN I'M LISTENING THIS VERY EMOCIONAL SONG. GOD BLESS YOU AND THIS ILL WORLD. SINCELERY GREETING FROM CZECH REPUBLIC 🇨🇿

[@racek1602]

THANK YOU SO MUCH RANDY AND STEVE FOR YOUR DEEP AND TRUE WORLDS AND HOPE IN CHRIST AND GOD. GOD BLESS YOU RANDY AND STEVE♥️ SINCELERY GREETING SAND FRANK - SCOUT ⚜️ FROM CZECH REPUBLIC 🇨🇿

[@greveize]

I rediscovered the Seekers recently, nok i realize how fabyloys Judith durham is

[@evevening7995]

What a beautiful voice, to play a piano and sing like that, what a gift xx

[@ravenbaa7989]

I miss my mama she passed away on Nov 4 2023 we had to let her go and my heart is still broken

[@rodhall1454]

I've never heard that song before today but, may I say, it is one of the best ever. Thank you Judith.

[@MrSpeakerman]

She is such as huge talent legend

[@richardbarr8766]

Judith is the Goddess of all things pure and simple. Simply the best ever. Musical Royalty and in a class of her own. Right there standing on top of the plinth. No room for anyone else.

[@stevebilliter]

Richard--come on, no woman is a "goddess" none exist at all. We should not worship Judith, but the real God/Creator of the Bible--there is plenty of evidence for His existence. I doubt that Judith would agree with you in this. Gen 1:26 And God said, *Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness:* and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth. We were all made in the physical and moral image of God, in the beginning.

[@neilewart4347]

What can anyone say ? She is perfection and such a nice lady. Just rediscovered The Seekers after hearing 500 Miles. Wow!

[@Hans-k9j]

What a wonderful Song bij a now eternal singer whose voice is never forgotten. Thank you!,,

[@FlyingKeo045]

This song reminds me of around 1950 when our close and favourite aunt and uncle and their family left to go to Australia on the £10 emigration system-----Sad but also happy for them that they prospered so well out there. RIP The wonderful singer--Judith

[@lr4428]

Beautiful song , sung by a beautiful lady 🙏🏼

[@jackyleach2785]

This song is one of the best songs Ive heard,just more fantastic thanks to the voice of Judith Duruam,it always reminds me of my mum. Wonderful! Thanks 👍 Judith.

[@gweitgraven]

What a beautifull voice what an amazing woman May you rest in peace Judith We wil mis you Gr from Holland

[@mrBILL-sr2cu]

Simply perfect. I have no other words...

[@alicerafferty9646]

I couldn't tell you what is my favourite song but this one and Danny boy are top of the list definitely 😢

[@JimmyMclaughlin-n6o]

What a wonderful voice could listen to it all night

[@clivemcevoy8419]

One of the top female vocalists EVER R.I.P

[@triciakays7793]

a beautiful song by a wonderfully talented lady ...we had this playing at my mums funeral at mums request and it brings both happy and sad tears

[@rajamoorthy1969]

It is hard to leave but one has to go. We won't say goodbye to you since your voice is eternal and remains close to our hearts❤💞 forever. Feast in peace our sweet princess.

[@knutarneaakra6013]

An angel has leved the building earth. Never to be forgotten. RIP JUDITH 😢

[@fishingtony1]

one of if not the sweetest people ever in music

[@kathleengross5375]

This is such a heart warming glorious song. I would imagine it will be played at alot of funerals and celebrations of life.. what a special gift for all to share, and for a reminder to cherish our lives. Blessings always...🙏

[@rica967]

Happy Birthday my Dearest Marianne Forever I love you! There will never be anyone to take your place. You will remail in my heart forever.

[@stephaniebarr507]

I love to hear both Sissel and Judith sing. They both have rich voices that are crystal clear and they both sing all genres of music.

[@christophercoke3747]

So poignant. We do so miss Judith's voice & personality. At least we have the internet to remind us of her pure voice. RIP.

[@johnthomas123ful]

Thanks Judith for such endless joy listening and watching you , time stands still when I am , and of course a massive thank you to the three magic guys,, regards “Pluto” Ringwood uk,,

[@ronaldstone4734]

Judith was one of the BEST ever !!!!!

[@Me2Lancer]

Astonishing beauty. Thank you Judith Durham.

[@rayanthony5029]

Absolutely beautiful. What a voice and a great song.

[@michaelchilton9344]

Judith lost her dear husband Ron in 1994 and recorded this in 1997. This is a song of grief and lament, deeply moving and spiritual.

[@leecowell8165]

She actually wrote this back in the 60's and the story goes it was written because she kept returning to Australia because she missed her family so much. However she was saddened when she had to leave "the guys" behind. She was truly one of the most beautiful Souls that ever lived.

[@adriandawson4924]

Beautiful! No one today like this. A time of beautiful ballads! Ady

[@johnlombardi1021]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! she was so incredible! GOD now has another fantastic angel. We miss you each and every day. we never find another you.😇😇😇😇😇😇 peaceful journey

[@paulfrith2681]

What a wonderful beautiful voice you have my wonderful lady you will live on on forever god bless you sunshine 🌞 ☀️