Kirsty MacColl - A New England

A New England was a Top Ten single for Kirsty MacColl in 1985. Billy Bragg wrote a couple of extra verses for the song just for Kirsty.
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[@bertie_magoo]

2024.....who's still listening to this beautiful song. RIP to a wonderful lass

[@Yorkshire1966]

I am.

[@2011williamandkate]

Yes still listening and the Billy Bragg version

[@chrisarcher6972]

Me.

[@jimkemp2099]

Yup

[@steveleake]

Me, all the time! I put you on a pedestal, you put me on the pill! What a line! I miss her constantly....

[@grace-rl3lf]

I'm a 16 year old girl. I've loved kirsty for as long as I can remember. Her legacy will never die xxx

[@ianmarshall7279]

Yes I'm in my 50s male and it's one of my favourite 80s pleased you like it

[@MarkasTZM]

Check out her appearance as a background singer in Jona Lewie's "You'll Always Find Me In The Kitchen At Parties" says 60 year old man.

[@karlgw]

I love both versions and learned to play the song on the ukulele. I like to put Bragg's original boy-to-girl verses first, followed by the last 2 girl-to-boy verses. to my mind it's like the girl answering the boy and telling him how he got it all wrong and she'd always liked him anyway

[@rayoflight9709]

I'm an Aussie ,just want to thank great Britain for all the different styles of music your country has produced.

[@ukguy6762]

Well thanks ray...we also hold the candle that’s produced the best bands the world has ever seen!! Have a nice day mate 👍

[@pheonix9846]

All of our english bands are great, no offence to other countries but u just cant beat the english spirit

[@David-sv7by]

Thank you that is a very gracious thing to say. I wish we English were better at being gracious in dealing with others.

[@yasminvargas2011]

I like AC|DC

[@pheonix9846]

@@yasminvargas2011 i like The Clash

[@jonathannorris8992]

I’m 60 year old man an still get a tearful every time I watch Kirsty’s videos. She was what I would have called a “pub girl” back in the day. These were the girls you could have a pint and a laugh with while kind of wishing that perhaps they could be more. Luckily I married one, I’m a lucky fella but still miss this girl

[@nickprica3127]

yer when men and woman could have a good time with no predudice

[@rampageclover9788]

That’s exactly how I was trying to describe her appeal to a friend of mine. Kind of what the Americans would call “the girl next door”.

[@tinastaines6536]

Love this ❤

[@reginaldglover7633]

Vjtyui😛😁😂🤣🤣😛😂😛😍😛😅🥰Kj JJ I'm, r​@@rampageclover9788

[@brianofarrell4982]

60@20

[@chrisboyle7994]

Kirsty MacColl died prematurely in December 2000 (age 41), she was killed in a boat accident in Mexico. She pushed one of her sons away from the boat, but she got hit and killed by it. In my opinion, Kirsty died a hero.

[@bernardquatermass1961]

Chris Boyle you make a good point

[@bernardquatermass1961]

good

[@bernardquatermass1961]

the Billy Brag versions better

[@gggrrr00]

Bernard Quatermass Nahhh. Billy's good, but with this song it sounds like he's practicing. Kirsty owns it.

[@bernardquatermass1961]

I respect your bold views but there completely wrong and the songs from a male perspective

[@hawsrulebegin7768]

Can’t believe it’s been 23 yrs since the tragic passing of Kirsty. She’s still missed by music lovers of taste. Love to her family, especially her sons.

[@FeyGriffin42]

Revisiting this as I couldn't listen to her for ages after her death, too soon, absolute heroine, "no greater love".

[@Jay-sg2ko]

She would be 64 now. So sad to think. My mum introduced me to Kirsty when I was a child.

[@susanmillar3455]

It's now 23 years ago this December 18th 2023 she died prematurely on my fiancé's birthday. May she rest in peace 23 years on.

[@aaronjones7260]

I knew her. She was honestly the loveliest, bubbliest person ever, I turned 11 the day she died, my mum was distraught when the news reached us 😢 always think about her boys this time of year, she adored those two.

[@catenaccio_fc]

@@Jay-sg2ko😢

[@davidhowie7078]

Might be the greatest line in popular music - 'when at last it didn't ring I knew it wasn't you....'

[@alanstanton8652]

"I put you on a pedestal, you put me on the pill" is my favourite

[@sorlain]

'It's wrong to wish on space hardware'

[@bruces6347]

Every comment seems to be about how Kirsty died. It’s tragic. But, nobody seems to be appreciating her voice and what she did for music. Fairytale of New York will always be the greatest Christmas song.

[@markcf83]

Cannot argue with you on that.

[@anthonybrady-lb5ve]

Yes i totally agree. Lets never forget the vibrant person Kirsty was and all the joy she gave many many people😇🇬🇧

[@stephaniespragg5586]

Shane MacGowan joined her at the pearly gates yesterday 😢 may they both rest in peace

[@Nerīlya]

Kristy war eine fantastische Künstlerin und wird leider bis heute nicht genügend gewürdigt 😢 vergessen wird sie jedenfalls niemals sein ❤

[@stephenroche5107]

Now Shane has gone so sad

[@AreJayCee]

Loved this when this came out. Its 2024 and i still love it. You are sorely missed Kirsty.❤

[@sheilam4525]

RIP Kirsty. One of the best voices and talents was lost that day. Love this song. Timeless.

[@katgilbert8507]

This is a Billy Bragg song. She collaborated with him often. She was amazing xx

[@sheilam4525]

@@katgilbert8507 That's right but I much prefer Kirsty's version😊

[@stephaniespragg5586]

@@sheilam4525 I also prefer McColl’s version of Days (originally by The Kinks), purely as I grew up with it (my dad had it on one of his mixtapes and it was played in the car a lot)

[@trixie8009]

I love her voice 😀

[@sheilam4525]

@@stephaniespragg5586 great song and agree her version was the best👍

[@bizzybone5022]

This song takes me back to childhood, my father loved this song and played it on a cassette until the tape finally wore too thin and broke one day lol. I still love this song still and miss him so much but i know he's in a better place with Kirsty.

[@chrishughesy1159]

Very very brave women..... Protecting her kid and staring death in the face. Unbelievable the amount of respect i have for her RIP x

[@emmyjo720]

Chris Hughesy The child she is carrying in this video, is the one she gave her life for.

[@KOKINGWAYNE]

Bless x

[@bluesatsunset]

I read about that. Terribly sad, yet fitting epitaph of a truly great woman.

[@bevbeans3166]

Chris Hughesy I never realised the circumstances surrounding her death. Jesus, that's heartbreaking.

[@stevecardwell6911]

A mother making the ultimate sacrifice to save her son. RIP Kirsty MacColl

[@tossell1969]

Happy 60th Birthday Kirsty. You are still thought about, by people that were strangers to you. Not many can say that. Your voice will carry on for as long as humans are still around. Thinking of your Mum and children x

[@ljoxleyofficial8119]

Sarah 💔

[@stuartmckern3434]

Beautifully said Sarah,

[@gemmasmart1281]

❤❤❤

[@davidmorris4096]

Kirsty mcloom

[@desallen2174]

Wow, what a wonderful tribute.

[@hrlfn]

Kirsty MacColl is without any doubt one of the greatest singers of the 80s and 90s.

[@teddarroch6572]

We need a New England now

[@bertie_magoo]

More now than ever....I fear its too late

[@martinranalli8572]

As long as people keep voting LibLabCon things will never change for the better.

[@bertie_magoo]

@@martinranalli8572 agreed

[@andrewward8460]

Kirsty was a lovelly girl with such an incredible voice. R.I.P my love 😢😢😢.

[@madpenguin9402]

My dad knew Kirsty very well, partys and all that in Chelsea and he himself was one of the faces during the era. All I know about her, and I never met her, but my old man only ever had positivity to say about her, she was a darling to everyone and it's likely you won't find anyone saying anything negative about her. She was a really nice human being this one.

[@laurettewilcock1934]

Bless you Kirsty . Heroine xx🙏😇

[@simongibson9485]

Lovely to hear. What a talent she was.

[@MARYANNE269]

Thanks for sharing x She was cool x

[@waynesamuel1671]

Lies

[@heersrivastava2635]

Why didnt the British Government step in to help the Family with the aw suit if Kirsty was a British Citizen? Couldnt they fight for one of their own?

[@paulboyle6857]

What a voice,perfect pitch!

[@stephenhudson7039]

Kirsty would have been 60 today. Happy birthday sleep well❤️

[@zaralara4059]

I miss her

[@conormaguiregaming5463]

Stephen Hudson

[@conormaguiregaming5463]

Stephen Hudson huh ohh she died I get now

[@ghostrider729]

HaPpY birthday my love...😔

[@tonymccarthy6230]

The world became a worse place when her life was taken from her suddenly I will miss her music and stuff she wrote for others

[@union310]

She didn't want to change the world, but she really did for the better. God bless her.

[@MichaelHoare-vr7mo]

Brilliant cover of a Billy Bragg song.

[@petershorrock677]

We miss you Kirsty MacColl amazing music 🎵🎶 see you soon on the other side 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡 for you always 🧡

[@PEChgo1]

A phenomenal song from the get go, but where she takes this from 2:00 on is GLORIOUS. That's not a choir of voices, but her own backing vocals, multitracked and layered. It just kicks into the stratosphere. Take every chance I get to celebrate this fantastic music and Kirsty's amazing body of work.

[@markpresbrey5191]

Her distinctive voice still haunts me. Loved her vocals in the 80’s. Golden lights displaying your name!

[@brumguitarteacher]

A fabulous song (Billy Bragg), brilliant production (Steve Lillywhite), wonderful guitar playing (Johnny Marr), and an untouchable vocal. RIP Kirsty, your music lives on. x

[@DanCahillane]

I knew that could only be Johnny Marr!

[@martinevensen406]

brumguitarteacher . Johnny marr said he and kirsty first met in 1986, so can it be him? It sounds like him thats for sure. What is your source

[@tonygray7804]

Finally someone gets it...

[@WeskerXM96E1]

Wow I don't know that was Johnny Marr, but now that guitar, it could be a Smiths record, love it.

[@fenderwoods]

Nah, that's not Marr, although there are similarities with his playing and jangly sound.

[@markcf83]

Brilliant song from an artist taken far too soon and in the most horrific of circumstances. Wherever you are Kirsty, rest in peace.

[@steventierney8565]

Probably the greatest cover in my humble opinion

[@gordonkerr7943]

Billy Bragg wrote this song for her and he now sings a version of it in her memory. RIP kirsty. A very under rated talent taken way too soon.♥️♥️

[@miserablemozz8714]

Not quite. Billy's version was on his debut album. Kirsty covered it, added another verse, which Billy also includes now.

[@thedillonsmith1]

@@miserablemozz8714 Billy wrote the rest for her

[@jeanetteswain6028]

I saw him last night. On the way home I put this into Spotify and had a wonderful journey through English 80's music ❤

[@teambammotorsport7249]

2 extra verce's which billy himself wrote if i'm not mistaken kirsty was awesome and billy brag the voice of anti establishment long live the 80's

[@thedudemkii5381]

Kirsty actually covered it, in fact they met after it was written

[@carolinewalsh3236]

Billy Bragg the poet - Kirsty MacColl the singer... what a beautiful poet. what a beautiful singer.

[@RememberToday4ever]

This song is so 1980's. I was 12 when it was released. I loved it then. I love it now. I will love it forever. RIP Kirsty MacColl

[@CyberKirby]

You loved it then as you love it now?

[@CyberKirby]

+Cyber Kirby *still

I loved the words you wrote to me but that was bloody yesterday

[@rjjcms1]

But are we looking for a new England?

[@creightonjason]

Same here

[@daveb6214]

I miss kirsty's singing , thank God we've got KZbin and Vevo etc so we can see and listen to her again . Godspeed Kirsty 🙏 🙏

[@pharrimisstiggywink39]

I was 21 years when I heard this song and I loved it then as I love it now. A tragic loss, Kirsty sang to a generation……poetry with humour and a brilliant melody…..I cried when I heard she had died.

[@richardjames1078]

A beautiful song and an incredible performer. I adore Kirsty 😊❤

[@lawrenceklein3524]

Luckily, I found this wonderful artist and amazed I've never heard of her before! Now, by her lovely voice and style, I'll never forget her. God Bless her memory.

[@leesaunders9727]

Billy Bragg's lyrics+Kirsty's vocals+Johnny Marr's guitar+ Steve Lilywhite's production=👌

[@s.k.9401]

yep!

[@caoimhegoggins2653]

Haven't seen anything that says Johnny Marr played on this? It's just a jangly guitar sound like his

[@salmonesque]

Pete Glenister played electric guitar on this track. Johnny Marr was too far up his own arse at the time to play on it. Still is.

[@joehoy9242]

​@@salmonesque- Are you sure? The guitar credit on this record is conspicuously missing and stylistically it contains many of Johnny's hallmarks. Whatever you may think about the guy it's a matter of record that he loved Kirsty to bits, and cutting guitar tracks for her as long as he remained anonymous is very much in keeping with his way of doing things.

[@salmonesque]

You know more about him than me but as a guitar player I'd bet my tele that he did not play on that track. I just don't think he has the musicality to have played those lines. I know that this is not in keeping with the reverence in which he's held but I don't think he could've come up with those parts. I researched track credits and it mentions a couple of guitarists but nowhere does it credit Marr so, I'm fairly sure. Tbc, I do think he is a singularly brilliant stylised guitarist who has come up with some incredible guitar lines and playing on classic tracks. Through interviews with him I have decided that no one loves Johnny Marr more than Johnny Marr though. @@joehoy9242

[@madeleinehague648]

Brilliant Kirsty. Brilliant Billy Bragg. We miss you, Kirsty.

[@derekfovargue6676]

it's addictive listening to these song, Unfortunately, artist today have no inspiration and no talent for music. Is this your favorite song?

[@trevorjohnson9397]

a great singer and songwriter who gave her life protecting her kids rip heaven has a brave talented angel 😇

[@Bill-h3x]

A absolutely brilliant voice.

[@jenniferderry4755]

Met Kirsty and the pogues when i was 18 in 1987, went to after show party with them in Glasgow, best day of my life...

[@NelsonMontana1234]

I'm just discovering her. She wrote amazingly tuneful songs. A terrific talent. A terrible tragedy.

[@larryenglish8900]

really true

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams

[@jimmymcjimmyvich9052]

Eh. He must have not heard of the future part of life.

[@Sameoldfitup]

​There is no future sex Pistols 😅​@@jimmymcjimmyvich9052

[@petel2551]

One of my favourite songs. What a beautiful voice Kirsty had.

[@woahbies]

This is such a classic. My whole family knows this song and it always comes around at the family reunions as my mum is the little girl! ❤

[@Honey_Moon_Delight]

Wait? ¿your mom it's the girl of the video?

[@woahbies]

@@Honey_Moon_Delight yeah! She lived on the estate where that clip was filmed, and was payed to be in the video

[@rubypepper2700]

Wow! Your Mum was very lucky to be in the video and have Kirsty push her while she was on a swing.

[@alanspringett9233]

'I don't feel bad about letting you go, i just feel sad about letting you know' ...those lyrics have been my friend for years........thanks for your music Kirsty.......

[@woko1988]

You can thank Billy Bragg then seein has he wrote it.

[@alanspringett9233]

+jack watkins ahh...a fellow pedant.......i was just trumpeting Kirsty's version.......

[@Dblue862]

+Alan Springett Yes but Kirsty wrote a new verse for the song.

[@skillracoonful]

+fozzerbluenose No she didn't she modified some of the lines from the verses but she didn't write a new whole verse. It was Billy Bragg that wrote the new verse for her because she found the song too short. :/

[@Dblue862]

What does it matter anyway just enjoy a wonderful piece of music from a very talented lady.

[@arno-luyendijk4798]

This was one of the songs I ran to the radio for in the 1980's......a fresh breath of air in the (What I then considered , my taste has become milder since the last twenty years) polluted smoke of synthpop. I can still get a kick out of this song and am just jamming along with my newly acquired electric 12 string. Still get goosebumps. Don't know why, the lyrics don't apply to me but it is the overall atmosphere of youth and exciting music that speaks to me still, How sadly Kirsty may have met her end, in her musical inheritance and in her vids she at least doesn't age.Very thankful for the fact I can still enjoy it with modern technology.

[@juanjoseviaderorivas5998]

RIP Kirsty if there's heaven no doubt you are there singing with the angels. Brave woman and mother.

[@neildhan]

What a tune! Kirsty had such a beautiful voice. Your music will never die, Kirsty!

[@marclawrence66]

Lost you 17 years ago today, my Kirsty. 18.12.17 - such a massive loss. You had so much talent as a singer, song writer. Those harmony vocals have few peers in British music. Miss you so much.

[@thecovidprisoner]

Great loss to Britain and our music. RIP Kirsty

[@007floppyboy]

She is Italian/Hungarian American, USA

[@dna9838]

@@007floppyboywhere did you get that idea? I mean we all came from Africa originally, but she was born in Britain, to British parents. Same as her father, who was also a great loss, to traditional folk music 🤷‍♂️

[@edwardsiu4266]

Times flies, I've always loved this song and all of a sudden it was over 35 years ago. My two daughters are now older than I was when this came out.

[@amandapark3081]

Kirsty would have set the world aflame. Such a voice, such integrity. Truly, the loss of Kirsty is a loss for us all.

[@nyakris]

This song is heavenly

[@roytbone5791]

This song is a lyrical masterpiece. Bragg is a songwriting genius, but Kirsty made this her own.

[@ajs41]

Although of course the first two lines are a direct copy from a Simon and Garfunkel song from 1966.

[@fredduckworth5683]

Incredible contrast. Bleak English winter background contrasted by the vibrant Kirsty, only she can light the dreary background up. Hauntingly beautiful. An arrow thru the heart.

[@loumontesano595]

Just listened to this song for the first time today in 2024. How beautifully sad it is. I love it. ❤😢❤.

[@michaelzsupanek690]

One of my favourite Songs of the 80s. The voice of Kirsty is so emotional. RIP Kirsty, you are missed. (A German Fan)

[@philwright8666]

Brilliant song. Love it.

[@deniseclarke1962]

Love this listening in 2019 November 💕 who else

[@schlendrian5910]

Listening in Jan 2020.

[@scot4917]

Listening in Feb 2020 -- love Kirsty's music as well as Billy Bragg

[@Isaac1995]

She died a hero saving her son. Fair play to her ❤

[@MrSleathy]

Such a beautiful voice ....I have just ordered her Greatest Hits - we missed so much of her talent

[@trixie8009]

I love her voice :)

[@jasondylansargent2195]

Kirsty MacColl what a beautiful woman 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 rip love x

[@slydoll7877]

I was lucky enough to spend a little time with Kirsty at a party in the late 90s...she was the most gentle, mannerful woman. Very quietly spoken and just lovely. I'm glad I got to meet her and that she left a beautiful legacy for her children.

[@cjcadventures]

When i was at school I listened to this none stop on tape great days rest in peace Kirsty maccoll thanks for the memories 👍

[@WCGUK2024]

Such a beautiful underrated singer taken too soon 😢

[@MichaelHoare-bh5pg]

Perfect cover of a Billy Bragg song.

[@dominewimbury2039]

20 years ago yesterday since the horrifying murder of Kirsty happened. It was murder and I will never sway from that belief. My favourite song of hers is this one. It was in the charts when I was born and I have always loved it. It's heartbreaking to see she's pregnant in this video and was killed saving her sons lives 💔

[@oasis4life014]

How they got away with it is beyond me 🤬🤬🤬🤬

[@BELINDASPIRIT]

Absolutely loved this era of music!! Absolutely disgusted in details of Kirsty's death but maybe, just maybe, the re-opening of the case may finally right the injustice done!!!

[@robinclarke4734]

Probarbly manslaughter or the equivalent. I see to remember it was reckless not malicious. Nevertheless the Americans look after their own again and he was spirited away and lost in his big county. Add them all up in recent years. Perhaps we can count up to ten. Justice??

[@leegoddard1867]

I was at work wen I heard I left work balling my eyes out My boss told me I couldnt leave I kikked hiz kutn in End ov chat xxx

[@dontbotherreplyingtomycomm554]

How was it murder? I’m genuinely interested because I’ve never heard that before?

[@Simbabhebhe]

Isn’t this just so so perfect

[@briancrabb2286]

A Croydon girl through and through , great singer kirsty mc Coll

[@MrPge1970]

Beautiful Kirsty with a beautiful voice. I was so lucky to see her live many times. Miss you sweetheart.

[@crazydogaudio]

I was a pirate radio d.j. when this came out in 85. I played it far more than I was supposed to. Just popped unbidden into my mind today...every bit as good as I remember.

[@simontemplarfilms8974]

Kirsty This song brings back memories ❤️. Love your video and you are a great singer. Simon Templar 🎥🎞️📼🎬™️🇬🇧, rest in peace Kirsty 💐💐💐

[@zamiadams4343]

You'll forever be remembered and loved Kirsty!

[@bigmacc6682]

still listening july 2020.. RIP Kirsty

[@jacquidicks2466]

It's a great song, like many of Kirsty's

[@vincewhitworth3168]

Good Croydon girl still listening too she was always well respected on Roundshaw Estate.

[@stephenwright8824]

Same thing in 2022. RIP Kirsty MacColl.

[@markcrosbie6014]

I still get teary when Xmas comes around and Kirsty and the Pogues reappear. A sad, premature loss. Mark Crosbie, Isle of Man.

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

3:38 I went on holidays with the parents in 1987 to the Isle of man. The weather was 🌞 sunny. A good 👍 holiday. I am from limerick Ireland 😊.

[@NorthernFella]

RIP Kirsty taken far too soon :-(

[@MrEnclave86]

Murdered far too soon. Poor lass.

[@NorthernFella]

+AdamJamesWalker86 yes sadly

[@TheDecorama]

+AdamJamesWalker86 Wow - I was going to correct you on the "Murder" aspect, but you put me right. It wasn't an accident. And her family only got $2k for the wrongful death? Vehicular homicide at the least. But the cover-up makes it simply evil.

[@chittys]

i so agree jakeb

[@shmuli9]

+Jakeb Arturio Braden Yep... But I like "Walking Down Madison" this one...

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

Oh my god - this just sent shivers down my spine and put a tear in my eye - i havnt heard this since back in the day when i was 15 and it was a favorite of mine - such a great song and tune - what an amazing woman

[@eightiesmusic1984]

It was cold in January 1985 in North West England where I was and the video matched the weather. The documentary about the making of Fairy Tale Of New York pays tribute to Kirsty MacColl. Deeply moving and a special mention for her mother who comes across as so dignified.

[@itsmaisie1237]

Kirsty fabulous artist, still sadly missed, this song reminds me of my younger days xxxx

[@kevinharrington2078]

22yrs today,, such a shame

[@Alex-sy9mm]

Still here in 2021. Love you Kirsty

[@nicholasalexander4743]

Me too!

[@dennisstaughton7474]

1985. A great year to have been 21. Thank God we got so much good Brit music in the USA.

[@krashd]

As a little boy in the 80's I have fond memories of lots of very 80's films like the John Hughes movies, weird science, anything with the brat pack, etc and I always loved the music. It came as a big surprise when around the millennium I was old enough to track down a lot of the songs of my childhood and found most were by British bands like Tears for Fears, Ultravox and The Cure. The 80's must have been the 2nd British invasion after the rock bands of the 60's!

[@thomashong2938]

@@krashd You forgot about OMD Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark. Their iconic If You Leave was in John Hughes movie Pretty In Pink.

[@jacekruzyczka3058]

Nice impressions of a 1980s English winter (with real snow and winter fashion you won't see on the streets nowadays)!

[@peterx727]

'I put you on a pedestal, you put me on the Pill' - such a memorable line by Billy!

[@krashd]

Is that in his version? As it sound like one of the female-fronted lines Kirsty would have added.

[@rjjcms1]

Evokes growing up in some blighted town where ideals have been let go of and hope of betterment stripped away by the economic desolation of the 80s,far from the affluent places,and just about the only thing left to aspire to is teenage pregnancy (and with it the chance of a council house).

[@hollyblue28]

@@krashd He wrote I put you on a pedestal, they put you on the pill. His lyrics are basically th same as hers barring a couple of bits, ie. I'm looking for another girl versus Are you looking for another girl. Great piece of song writing but I prefer her singing it.

[@tombstoneharrystudios584]

holly mina I think Billy is great, but he has got a voice like a foghorn! 😂 the way Kirsty sings this takes to a new level

[@adrianbarrett5718]

Hi Peter this line was as modified by Kirsty Macoll , changing the gender in the song so she could record it. Great song, great work by both of them

[@JonathanReynolds1]

RIP Kirsty. You had such a beautiful voice!

[@ixlnxs]

Kirsty died saving the life of the boy she was pregnant with when this was filmed. A mother to be proud of.

[@jimmy500]

Had to scroll for this comment.

[@louisfriend1851]

Bollocks on toast

[@catherineokeeffe6717]

@@louisfriend1851 no its not - she pushed him out of the way of the motorboat

[@ElvarMasson]

ixInxs - your post doesn't make any sense

[@ufoash440]

@@ElvarMasson It does - although it took me 2-3 reads

[@rocknroooollllll]

Loved her to bits! Still do. What a talent and what a shame she's not here any more.

[@ea3588]

Nearly 20 years later.. still love this song and her lovely voice.

[@onceagain77]

Breaks my heart every time I hear this song.

[@this_is_a_tiny_town]

shrootful Me too :(

[@if3054]

Same. So hard to listen to.

[@tombstoneharrystudios584]

Once Again I still cry everytime I hear it

[@geoffreyjonathanwilson9932]

I think Kirsty left a huge legacy,anyone agree?

[@frankdenardo8684]

I sure do. She left us too soon 😢 ✝️

[@jimmymcjimmyvich9052]

I didnt know she had a Subaru.

[@shanecartin455]

RIP KIRSTY MCCOLL, as an Irishman married to a Kirsty, I love the Christmas fairy tale of new York song.

[@gerrysmith1782]

Well this is the one that made we want more I heard this cover and wow such a clever lady fantastic songs so gentle at the start but wow intelligent songs later on this lady cared its awful she died in horrible circumstances RIP Kirsty we all miss you

[@marksudlow5083]

I've always loved this lady, for what she did for her son!!!

[@mrtoptenatten]

late 1984 early 85......great memories......its sad how time flys.......only seems like yesterday

[@jimmymcjimmyvich9052]

yes

[@xxMrBaldyxx]

she has a very unique singing voice, I really like it

[@gregchew8225]

18/12/20 01.30am 20 years ago today. Rest In Peace beautiful lady!💙

[@gggrrr00]

Something about this music and video is like an arrow through the heart.

[@raymondwilliams2609]

Beautiful song, beautiful person. It breaks my heart watching this. She reminds of my Daughter. Requiescat In Pace, Kirsty. ❤️🌹

[@alancorbett1361]

17 years gone , still brilliand and beautiful as a musician and person.

[@jamesgeraghty5221]

Happy 61st Kirsty! We still miss you ❤️

[@selenabartok2500]

The Champ of all time! Great singer! Pushed her children out of the way and died saving them! My lovely old mum would have doen the same for me and my two sisters! There are some amazing Ladies who have been on this planet. Long may their memories carry on!

[@harrietblake9841]

I came here today to remember kirsty with her being in the news so much due to Shane's passing.. a good reminder there was so much more to her xxx