Over the rainbow- Billy Thorpe & the Aztecs

Over the rainbow. Written by Arlen and Harburg, from the album ' It's all happining

[@AJLangford]

The greatest version, without a doubt. I grew up on this song. My dad had it on vinyl. I didn't even know about other versions. I played it from 5 years old, and it brought me to tears, even as a kid. Lovely tribute video too. Thanks for your efforts and sharing. RIP Billy.

[@anthonytobin1133]

i have listened to many earlier versions by many different artists and this is the best version ever recorded!!!

[@Penqueen2010]

The one time I saw the one and only Billy Thorpe was at the second last It's A Long Way To The Top If You Want To Rock n Roll Concert in Townsville. Billy Thorpe was singing "Some People Think I'm Crazy" Col Joye was on stage urging us to outsing Billy Thorpe. We didn't have a chance with Billy Thorpe's ability to sing louder and hold those words to any song. I'll never ever forget that amazing concert.

[@SilentHotdog28]

My favourite is Iz's but this is awesome. I'm Aussie btw haha.

[@brettchallen9862]

the very best version of this song

[@brianofoz]

By a country mile.

[@morwickchesterham3875]

israel kamakawiwo'ole's version is the best... just my opinion

[@verziehen]

Unequivocally!

[@thebraff]

A magnificent performer and musician. RIP Billy Thorpe. 🌹 31.03.11946 - 28.02.2007This is my favourite version of Over The Rainbow, sung by many but this is the best.

[@macsmusicchannel8980]

Absolutely, No better version of this song have I ever heard. I was 4 when he recorded this but my late Brother used to play it all the time in the late 60s & early 70s...

[@davidwalsh3439]

Billy Thorpe sings from the heart. This is an outstanding version of this classic song. The emotion is brilliant. He had a very distinctive style. Sadly missed by his legion of fans....thanks for the music Billy.

[@maxwood4443]

This song and I told the brook. Beautiful ballads.

[@seanstott6168]

You are absolutely right he was Australia's true legend of singers he did a beautiful version that could match Judy garlands version

[@88huey88]

one of the best voices Australia has ever produced... R.I.P Billy Thorpe

[@shaileenbalcastro7360]

SUNG WITH SUCH FEELING. A TRULY HAUNTING MELODY. MOOD ENHANCEMENT. 2022

[@jeremymorris5215]

Just listened to this for the first time in about 40 years - shivers down the spine - bloody brilliant. Such an incredible talent. Greatly missed. Thank you brmrobin.

[@allymayful]

Ditto Jeremy

[@johile44]

This version of my favourite song is the best ever !

[@johile44]

Wow, 😲 I'm Blown away actually that you sent me a personal message - hey yeah I'm smiling........ I was smiling when I wrote my little comment so that says it all 'I reckon' ............. really cool surprised 2see U people had acknowledged me! .... or rather...... my comment.. Thank U Billy rest in peace 💕

[@Mr2rayRay]

I truly believe he out did Judy Garland on this.. You can't escape the feeling he puts into singing this song..

[@terryoconnor8358]

Easily

[@brianfitzgerald7755]

Impossible, but yes.

[@joanimlach6355]

Supersedes Judy Garland.

[@bridgercedric5525]

I guess it's kind of randomly asking but do anybody know a good website to watch new series online?

[@issacmilo5758]

@Bridger Cedric flixportal :P

[@ausyralia]

You give me beautiful chills Billy when I hear you sing this most precious song. Thank you gorgeous man for all your great songs that will live on forever in my heart and many other hearts too. Bless you man. 🙏⚘️🐾⚘️🙏⚘️

[@sharonwarton9911]

This was my Dad's favourite song. Played it at his funeral. 🌹

[@johile44]

Want it played @ mine too

[@maxwood4443]

I want this at mine too, with I told the brook.

[@juliemacandrews1434]

My DEEPEST condolences...

[@rustypieman9309]

Easily the best version ever sung. R. I. P. Billy

[@annemcnamara914]

This was my Childhood Song that Helped me Survive It is Still the Best Version Ever and will Remain So as long as Music is Around. R.I.P Billy. You are Sadly Missed. ⚘🙏🏽🕊❤

[@juliemacandrews1434]

Hope you're ok...xx

[@SpinningS990]

Played this at my Dad's funeral. The absolute BEST version.

[@johnbell4132]

Very much missed a true Australian Music Legend.

[@rhondahall1621]

Im going to cry,loved Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs, Im a 60s teen .R.i.P xx

[@johngray5447]

Gone at the age of 62. What a loss. Today is the anniversary of his death on 28 February, 2007. Heard this song played on Sydney radio this morning as a tribute to him. Love this version of Over The Rainbow.

[@robynconway1286]

Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs played at my high school fete dance in the early 1970s. Brisbane State High School. What an amazing memory. Cheesecloth, beads, incense sticks and pure rock and roll blues on a beautiful night in tropical Brisbane before highrises, cars and pollution and overseas investors. Saw this great band many times in Brisbane. "The Sound Machine" in Elizabeth Street. Alcohol free nightclub where one could indulge on a Johnny Farnham Malted Milk Shake under flourescent lights. Billy Thorpe and his Aztecs is a unique part of my early life at a wonderful time to live in Brisbane Australia when it was a secret to the rest of the world and loved by those who lived here. Now it is a nightmarish mess.

[@DieterSoegemeier]

If ever I am able to travel through time. This night when he recorded this song I want to go back to. I want to feel this song live. Love to Billy and the team.

[@coralhargreaves2514]

Only billy can sing i want this played at my funeral , my friends and i used to dance to his songs every friday saturday and sunday night at surf city he was one off the greatest

[@endeavouringit]

even better hear this kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn2Qk4yHech0j9U

[@rhondahoward33]

I love Billy Thorpe, singing this song, so beautiful... It makes me think of my Mum & Dad.....x

[@sharleenabohn1695]

My mum chose Billy's version for her funeral and this fills my heart with love and pain all at once... Thanks for sharing xx

[@toffeetigerkimba]

Probably the best version of this beautiful song ever done!

[@johile44]

With out a doubt ❣️

[@laurasultana3795]

This song was played at my dad's funeral, he absolutely loved this cover xx RIP dadda

[@northeastfencing-sales3966]

your father had good taste - take care young one

[@carolinelane9599]

@@northeastfencing-sales3966 My brother wants this for his funeral. At 64 tomorrow he is a head banger but wants this. Came up when our dad passed away.

[@karenkershaw6324]

October 2020 and this is still the best version ever of this song. Fantastic voice. Rip Billy.

[@awm8221]

You might like Eva Cassidy's version too

[@karenkershaw6324]

@@awm8221 Thank you. I will definitely have a listen to it.

[@johile44]

Absolutely the best version 💯

[@alexerhard1198]

A magical voice from a beautiful soul. RIP Billy.

[@lee30332]

Forever loved Billy 🎶❤️🎶 Legend!!!!!!

[@chrismanning5356]

tears in my eyes... miss you so much Dad... 😇

[@juliemacandrews1434]

My DEEPEST condolences to you...x

[@marysouthward5258]

I just love this song so much

[@jabax999]

Simply the best. All round great version. Love it. Played it at my wifes funeral recently.

[@leannehowell-mccoy3143]

Gorgeous man, great voice, sings this song to perfection ❤️

[@paulfrancis8836]

Poor guy died, what a loss. RIP Billy Thorpe. You left some good music behind. well lone.

[@kerriewoodford635]

My mum( who's passed) used to sing this all the time it was her fav song , it still makes me cry but who cares it's a very fond memory

[@juliemacandrews1434]

My DEEPEST condolences to you...xx

[@lynneobrien6074]

One of my favourites" of Billys". !! Beautiful words. XX

[@tommoclement]

So many great memories.

[@daveclarke1466]

Totally agree wish I could turn back time!

[@macsmusicchannel8980]

Nobody does a version of this song as good as the Late Billy Thorpe.

[@coralhargreaves2514]

Best version ever i want his version played at my funeral and no one else's

[@endeavouringit]

This is even a better version of Billy singing this, well in my opinion kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn2Qk4yHech0j9U

[@johile44]

Me too

[@randybethful]

i heard a lot of singers sung somewhere over the rainbow, but only Billy Thorpe has the most beautiful sound and melody when he delivered this song

[@violetheather2302]

Absolutely beautiful, made me shiver when listening.

[@josephhawes6670]

The best song by Billy Thorpe.

[@starpirat]

A great musician and singer we lost to early. a great Omage to billy and the group

[@ronaldthwaites177]

Absolutely beautiful

[@aptknifethrowerguy8342]

makes me think of my mom and dad holding hands and laughing in the kitchen doing dishes together

[@andrewkyriakou2345]

I want this song played at my funeral.

[@endeavouringit]

Better version here by him I say kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn2Qk4yHech0j9U

[@frednutz1604]

Best version I have ever heard.

[@sharonbaker1287]

I loved Billy Thorpe I used to dance at Saturday Date on channel nine at 4.30pm and often watched Billy & Aztecs rehearsal he had the most beautiful voice rip

[@philsheean9291]

I listen, I feel tears welling up.

[@demondave7]

Agree with most of the comments on here, brilliant version, all time favorite too. The great Billy Thorpe

[@lesterparfitt5694]

Sung beautifully Billy. R i p

[@spiderbrandt4066]

I've all way loved this just Awesome

[@jeffreyeldershaw6082]

Love his version, this will be played at my funeral.

[@johile44]

Mine too

[@toffeetigerkimba]

There'll never be a better version than this one!

[@geoffbroekhuis2343]

My mom's fav. A Judy Garland thing no doubt... pretty sure she loved this version too! 13 Years gone Billy and about 15 for my mom.... s

[@vickidowler6259]

Best Version just beautiful

[@peterrobinson7127]

Fantastic song. Even more fantastic voice. Loved BILLY THORPE. Listen to I told the brook.

[@philly8462]

Incredible voice from Australia.There’s a live version of this & his vocals on it are truly mind blowing.

[@frednutz1604]

I've heard a few different versions of this song but I truly believe this is the best. Billy puts soo much feeling into it.

[@philly8462]

Fred Nutz This song/music is an all time classic, it’ll never fade or fall out of style it’s too beautiful. Mr.Thorpe is also my fav artist for this song. R.I.P. Billy

[@louiserawle8999]

So loved so sadly missed ❤️❤️❤️

[@louiserawle8999]

Beyond beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@barbaracovell]

wow he has an mazing voice babe,,, thanks for this one xxhugs babsie

[@dianeuballez7808]

Beautiful

[@MrVanVlerken]

This gives me chills. I guess he can fly over the rainbow now

[@wandaegerton2112]

r\Remember Surf City well. Had the good fortune to meet Billy and was lucky enough to hear his version before it went to air. Proud to have known you Billy

[@rodneymiddleton1044]

Truly the best version of this song :-)

[@kdjspanner3930]

Still the best version by far!

[@mimmarshall8911]

tears in my eyes xxx

[@freeone77]

Well, gosh. I had no idea. I hope they got very rich off this song. It's a forever classic.

[@magnussamuelson909]

thank you ,this is my favorite version

[@onemexican1973]

a talent ..miss his music...just loved his 'Tangier'.....saw him Maylands Town Hall..WA..mid '6o's he sang this...then much later.....at the Whiskey....my my...

[@ianford]

And now in May 2022 still loving it

[@ianford]

And why am i here on this day in Aug in 2021..............To hear a dead set Legend with a wonderful powered voice that cannot be beaten ...

[@germangirl6049]

A very touching interpretation from Billy Thorpe ! Very nice video, Mireille !!

[@maxwood4443]

I have this song on my first LP of the Aztecs.

[@noelvamvas6146]

I chose 2 Billy Thorpe songs for my partners funeral somewhere over the rainbow and twilight time we grew up with Billy first at surf city and through his career

[@gmr588]

This is a classic rip billy

[@jamesgrace8509]

RIP Billy ,legend

[@josephinetremain8204]

Perfect.

[@revelation100]

Absolutely

[@joejackson3668]

Awesome version

[@toometwo2]

a real great version

[@david-lt9wj]

I've just listened to this for the first time....i was around in the 60s....im gobsmacked...why wasn't he on the 6 5 special in the UK?

[@leonchildsjr8690]

14 years before his classic Children Of The Sun

[@69dragster]

great song Billy R.I.P

[@stevewiles7132]

The one and only. R.I.P

[@stephanieredden8861]

I still miss him.

[@travelingman6511]

explosive hits 74 for those in australia

[@blues5000]

I really miss seeing Thorpie live.

[@TheWesternunionman]

the only singer that could compete with a double 4-way; vale Billy Thorpe, gentleman rockstar

[@brianofoz]

The best voice ever in Australian pop/rock? I don't think that his choice of songs was always good [e.g. mashed potato] but I think that his voice is just about as good - if not better - as any, at least in the pop/rock genre.

[@ianford]

now 2024 and still the ledge, just sad today\

[@mrmagoo916]

Fckn fantastic

[@coralhargreaves2514]

So do I Mr 2ray and it is still the best version and always will be , I want this played at my funeral and only his v3rsion

[@johnmurray2686]

Our mest Our most underated talant

[@raybrenton5680]

This is the best version of this song. Bar none!

[@317twiggy]

only Billy can sing this song.

[@leonchildsjr8690]

Billy Thorpe later gave us the rock classic Children Of The Sun.

[@lulubelleish]

Ohhhhhhh Love This Thanks Billy Thorp From Paula Pauline Panetta xxxxxxxx

[@kyReeElainProhm]

Best cover version in my opinion

[@douglascole1056]

Legend

[@edwardcordell5249]

Makes me cry i cannot lie

[@toometwo2]

a great version