John Gorka - 'The Dutchman' live in Amsterdam 2016 at "De tolhuistuin"

[@Zeckellin]

When I play this, I can't get through this song without crying like a baby. The love that Margaret holds for the Dutchman breaks my heart every time. This song targets the heart directly - may we all be fortunate enough to find a Margaret in this life.

[@leemcfall4344]

I have a "Margaret." How lucky am I? I promised myself I'd learn this song. Not sure I can. Lots of words. And if I learn them, could I ever sing the whole song through without breaking down. Not sure. Gotta try.

[@leighnilsen4090]

You are sweet

[@geraldmalone5143]

One of the finest folk songs of my lifetime. The older I get, the harder it is to not break up when singing it, I know what you mean.

[@Vinniegret]

@@leemcfall4344 now I can't even listen to it without crying.

[@jimburnham7282]

Several years ago, here in Winston-Salem, NC, John Gorka was playing in a lower level place downtown. Had had a fine concert, time for a break. I walked past a small table (2 ladies) and saw John G. He had just started this song. One of the women seemed to be approaching her end of life, by the things I saw... I think the other woman had reached out to John Gorka, asking for this song, for her companion. He did it, performing very privately and wonderfully, from what I could hear.

[@nllleonard]

Happy to hear John singing this exquisite song. Always loved Steve's version, and this is wonderful too.

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

LOVE HOW HE CREDITS OUT DEAR STEVE GOODMAN, AND OTHERS!!!!!!!!

[@easyfiveOsink]

I can't hear this song without welling up. Always makes me cry.

[@patriciascanlon7901]

This man is an American treasure

[@leighnilsen4090]

this is very true

[@Hal_Beep-Boop]

An under appreciated living folk legend

[@4ththe5th46]

So sad to hear of Michael's passing...your version is WONDERFUL and a great tribute!!! I love ALL of your songs as well!!! RIP, Michael 😪 BUT THE MUSIC LIVES ON 🎶❣🎶❣🎶❣🎶❣🎶❣🎶❣🎶❣🎶

[@roltthehunter]

John I am 28 now. You have been a major part of my life and you have always inspired me. You are a national treasure and I am very happy that share this beautiful talent with us.

[@jeffblackburn7811]

There's not a Gorka song or cover that I don't love. He's a huge influence to me and my shows. Rock on Gorka!

[@kellyjoeraymusic]

Nice job...RIP Steve Goodman...

[@Ottawarocket]

Beautiful cover of a Beautiful song

[@denesewasham6623]

What a beautiful tribute! Wait, what's that moisture in my eyes?

[@DavidRothMusic]

Beautiful job John. Very meaningful as Michael prepares for a new voyage. Goodman's version of this song did the very same for me that it did for you.

[@lesleymoore1699]

Love this song John. Very sweet.

[@ajnormandgroome]

Love your version

[@markw4206]

Beautiful.

[@7761864]

Lovely.

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

WOW

[@dweber4]

written by michael peter smith from chicago, il. covered by his friend steve goodman

[@michellekosek1721]

Michael P. Smith was from New Jersey.

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

PRE-COVID SONGS

[@dennisjohndreher7258]

Nice version, I can't get through Steve Goodmans version without balling.

[@DougGrinbergs]

1:18 performance

[@alexellinson3405]

It was actually written by Irishman > Liam Clancy...not Mike Smith

[@emilycarter3246]

alex ellinson wrong. he wrote it 4 clancy. he talks about it in the vid.

[@edpercarpio]

The song was written by Michael Smith in 1968 and it was covered by Clancy.

[@leemcfall4344]

Looks like we have a controversy. What is the truth?

[@johndunleavy]

@@leemcfall4344 The song was written by Michael Peter Smith. kzbin.info/www/bejne/onjJq2qZoa53hNk

[@tb7214]

Michael Smith wrote it and sang it to Clancy who would then go on to sing it.