The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & S/A/W - Ferry 'Cross the Mersey

Ferry Cross the Mersey Various Artists Christians Holly Johnson Paul McCartney Gerry Marsden Stock Aitken Waterman. 1989 charity single for the Hillsborough disaster, charting at #1 in the UK for 3 weeks in May-June 1989, #1 in Ireland, #5 in Germany, #21 in the Netherlands in July 1989, #28 in Belgium in July 1989, #15 in Austria in July 1989, #11 in Switzerland in July 1989, #45 in Australia in July 1989, and #4 in Norway. This track is a cover version of the Gerry & The Pacemakers song, produced by Stock/Aitken/Waterman. Official music video HQ 80s 80's PWL mercy. ohnoitisnathan

[@graemewatson1106]

RIP to the 97 Liverpool fans who went to this match & never returned

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

It's hard to believe it actually happened even to this day. May they Rip 🙏 and will never be forgotten. I am from Limerick Ireland. Met John Aldridge in a Limerick pub in 2008 and shook his 👋 hand.😊

[@glenncooney3959]

At the time that this video was created, Tony Bland was still alive albeit in a persistent vegetative state. Sadly he died a few years later to become the 96th victim. Fast forward to 2021 and Andrew Devine was added to the list as the 97th victim having lived for a further 32 years after the tragedy. May those two men and all those who died continue to Rest in Peace.

[@kopnewell588]

Dignified update, well done Glenn YNWA

[@kopnewell588]

They will, with proper people like you publicly mentioning updates like this YNWA all🏁

[@sixbells99]

At 3.11 we see the genius of McCartney and the power of the place that made him. My thoughts will always be with the familes.

[@michaelacarty850]

Anyone know the running order of this masterpiece who sang which part

[@e-satan9032]

Bruh, wth I talking about. The genius is from 0:00 until 4:00.

[@bobbypresley3555]

How can anyone do thumbs down at this. They are without at heart, either that or are ignorant.

[@stephenduncan3605]

The same pondlife that buy that vile rag of an excuse of a newspaper.

[@kopnewell588]

Just thick?

[@MarkSmith-er7fe]

victims

[@MarkSmith-er7fe]

@@kopnewell588 scousers are thick

[@kopnewell588]

@@MarkSmith-er7fe What age are you and what's your level of education, manners etc.?

[@jackthepakirakki3334]

This is the day ... we all lost 96 family members ... I came home ... why not them ... I hate myself ... there was one fella who grabbed my hand .. and looked at me in my eyes and said sorry .. he let go of my hand ... I swear .. I wish I could find him ... to thank him for doing everything he could do ... who grabbed the hand of an Indian fella ... ??? if it was you ... please get in touch ... I have so much to thank you for ...

[@propagafun4368]

1:14 John Paul Gilhooley is Steven Gerrard's cousin. The youngest victim of Hillsborough. RIP to all the 97 #YNWA

[@mozz71]

Damn, Garry Christian could melt chocolate with that voice.

[@eightiesmusic1984]

It is amazing. The Christians were excellent anyway and he delivered a great vocal on this record. Everyone did and the harmonising it first class. Paul McCartney really lets rip towards the end in a way that is quite different to his usual singing style it seems to me, although fans of The Beatles may disagree (this land's the place we love....) I must admit I don't know all of their work as well as some music fans do!

[@kimbarrett4179]

All of them put so much feeling into this song and Paul gosh he can sing

[@eightiesmusic1984]

​@@kimbarrett4179 It is great. The people of Liverpool have also excelled themselves this week by peacefully protesting against racism in opposing the violence of the extreme right in the last week and a half.

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

Enjoy ever day that you are alive and healthy. Do not worry about big jobs, houses and flash cars. Enjoy watching Soccer, Rugby and Hurling. I am from Limerick Ireland.

[@eightiesmusic1984]

As well as listening to Johnny Logan. He is from Ireland too.

[@deanmorrow4083]

Sir Paul McCartney and Gerry Marsden performing such a beautiful rendition of this song. I wish this was still in print.

[@colinbaker3916]

Dean Morrow To be fair, Holly Johnson and Roger Christian also did a good job.

[@myname7056]

Dean Morrow Because it was so personal.

[@kimbarrett4179]

They all done an amazing job soo such love and feeling went into to this song but Pauls bit in 3. 11 gets me all the time ❤️

[@annie482000]

​@@colinbaker3916 Yes they did.

[@SpiderRiviera]

I'm old enough to have seen the match on telly live, but young enough to not understand why the game was stopped back in the day. Grew up a Man United fan, but some things transcend petty things like football. RIP to the 97 .

[@graemewatson9876]

No one should go to a football match & never come back YNWA Justice for the 96

[@martinsmith1538]

Was there that day. Never thought in my life i would see dead people in rhose circumstances, but unfortunately i did. Always think of the 96. Never forgotten, always in our hearts. A tragedy of a human making. Go to watch what should have been a great football natch, but never came hone that day. Cried for them.

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

It's hard to believe it actually happened. May they rest 🙏 in peace. Even though I am from Limerick Ireland 🇮🇪. I was only 15 back in 1989 I remember being at home that day when it happened.

[@barrymcmanus8233]

I was at Hillsborough my best friend died I will always love Liverpool fc

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

So sorry to hear that 😢. I was only 15 in April 1989 living in Iimerick Ireland.Its still hard to believe it happened even to this day.I met John Aldridge in a Limerick pub about 16 years ago doing a quiz. I will be 51 in June 6th this year😊.

[@eightiesmusic1984]

​@@fergalokeeffe8841What was he like to talk to? He seems down to earth.

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

I did not get to talk to him but he was very approachable and had no problem shaking his hand even in the middle of a quiz.😊

[@ginigang]

McCartney elevates this song to another level

[@Squab1972]

RIP to the 96 Liverpool fans that never came home, from a Manchester United fan xx

[@seanbonella]

...and respect to those who passed away in Munich '58. from a Liverpool fan.....

[@Squab1972]

@@seanbonella respect to you as well, there is no point in being hateful.

[@kimbarrett4179]

97 now x

[@daveoneill8235]

2020 never forgotten. 96 Angel's you will never walk alone. 💔💔💔💔💔 R.i.p......

[@McSynth]

I know we can't bring them back, but surely remembering the 96 and their families. , and enjoying the tribute above is respectful

[@thomasbell9907]

It was a horrible day. Just wish I could have done more to help my fellow Liverpool fans.

[@fergalokeeffe8841]

Still hard to believe it happened even to this day. I met John Aldridge and shook his ✋ hand in a pub in Limerick Ireland 🇮🇪 in 2008. He was doing a quiz. All those who died in Hillsborough 🙏 Rip.

[@kikilotta3812]

2022 you will never be forgotten!

[@ghisjolly763]

Outstanding vocals. ❤

[@Tez767]

As a kid I went to Palace v Portsmouth that day. My first ever 'big match'. I shall always have poignant memories. RIP 💐

[@ianleach6781]

It’s still so fresh in my memory watching it all unfold that day justice for the 97 ynwa

[@vinkoivomilicdiaz6932]

A greatest tribute with the best quality of PWL.

[@barrymcmanus8233]

What a lovely tribute to our departed fans they will never walk alone Liverpool forever 💙❤

[@seantaylor2336]

RIP Gerry Marsden :(

[@cyclewithpride]

R.I.P to THE LIVERPOOL 96. THEY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

[@jenniferwhittlebury697]

R.i.p to the 96 liverpool fans who lost there lives and they will never be forgotten,

[@siobhanhayes6741]

I lived this, my cousins were there & thankfully they climbed to safety but I lost a school friend that day 😢 forever in my heart #JFT97

[@eightiesmusic1984]

Sorry for your loss. I was at home from university and sorting out notes in my room with Radio City in the background. It was horrific as the news unfolded. The station played Eternal Flame all day in between reports of what was happening. It was high in the charts at the time and seemed fitting in such awful circumstances. I daresay others remember it and whoever took the decision made the right call.

[@jeanwilson717]

Our hearts broke across the world in Australia that day. Such young lives taken so tragically. We will never forget. Fly free sweet angels.

[@mkl62]

This hit from The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & Stock Aitken Wateman was the 402nd #1 song in the United Kingdom of the Rock Era.

[@3103Anke]

makes me cry😢😢

[@MrRhonddavalleysboy]

I’m a Man Utd fan,I know the two clubs don’t like each other but that’s football but when tragedy happens then we all come together as one,Rest In Eternal Peace 97 YNWA GGMU ❤️❤️

[@noellecox3952]

Beautiful song by alot of fantastic singers and great Tribute to Liverpool supporters who lost their lives at Hillsborough may they all r. I. P.

[@marksorbie559]

Such a bad day for football the 96 will never be forgotten

[@carolsmith3865]

How very sad. Who would have known unless Jerry Marsden made it public and Paul McCartney helped those grieving families out.

[@jameskvo]

Anyone else notice how much the musical arrangement sounds like the Brookside theme?

[@amyclarke41]

best small charity song ever

[@amyclarke41]

bloody it didn't to happen if one evil man hadn't decided to balls up the prod cure

[@TheFunktheory]

Such a terrible day, lovely tribute

[@Boulevardier1]

Thank you @hollyjohnson

[@thoskel1]

Still so sad after 31 years the trajic loss of innocent lives many young ones.

[@kimbarrett4179]

Today the fisrt time in donkeys I heard this song made me go cold and brought tears to my eyes I never forget seeing this sad day on TV. Soo sad xx rip soo much feeling into this song x

[@michaeladevine8763]

Me too. Always reminds me of leaving High School

[@daveannan2577]

This was the tragic event that led to the Taylor report that stated that all football clubs were given a period of time to get their stadiums in order by installing seating and also removing penning in the supporters like we were cattle.

[@kazuowatanabe9474]

Nice Song 😎 I Have This CD Single 🙆 Rest In Peace Mr. Gerry Marsden 🙇

[@superben790]

Rest In Heaven Gerry Marsden

[@ghisjolly763]

97, ❤❤❤❤❤

[@graemewatson1106]

RIP Gerry Marsden

[@tonezinit]

justice for the 96 from a notts county fan

[@porcupinefizzy2908]

I would love to know what Bill Shankley would have thought about the Hillsborough disaster if he had lived another couple of years?

[@MikhailKondratyev1966]

UK Singles Chart #1 - 3 wks (20 May 1989) | the Best Music Video!

[@allanemanuelsen512]

Breaks my heart to see, so sorry......

[@daveoneill8235]

Y.n.w.a God took 96 Angel's. R.i.p Always remembered never forget. 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔

[@thomasbell9907]

I was there that day tried to safe a little boy. He died in front of me

[@michaeladevine8763]

God bless you. It was the little boys time to go. There is nothing you could have done. Hugs

[@thomasbell9907]

Thanks michaela

[@MizzSparkle90]

*PLEASE* watch Anne. It’s beyond phenomenal.

[@heididegg8478]

I agree what a very special lady Anne Williams was. She fought tirelessly for the truth. Now reunited with her lad Kevin. Maxine Peake portrayed her brilliantly x RIP Anne, Kevin and the other 96 victims of Hillsborough x

[@thesandsie13the2nd]

#justiceforthe96 they need us to stand up for them

[@grahamhenderson6833]

Justice for the 96 angels who fell and failed by the UK Governments and legal system

[@brandongill2577]

Great cover. I have this on NOW 15.

[@johannpieterse6147]

Beautiful 🎉🎉

[@flowergirl8815]

omg those fans were so young

[@thomasjones2415]

Marc Blackie, You Will Never Walk Alone, Mate, I Will Always Be A Mighty Red For Life And This Will Always Be Your Song 2 Me Mate, I Miss U Every Single Day Mate, RIP My Mucker,

[@Tommytucamoto]

Its so sad what happened my thoughts are with the families, from middlesbrough x

[@MyShaun82]

I was only 6 when this disaster happened but watched a documentary this evening with the families and friends of those lost, no words to describe how all those people must have felt, someone needs to take responsibility for that, it didn’t have to happen from what I’ve seen it should have been avoided

[@dawnsmith1796]

God Bless.........!!!!!!!!!!! R.I.P. xx

[@ajs41]

The part at 3:08 is really powerful.

[@jenniferbirch591]

i agree

[@MizzSparkle90]

SO TRUE 😭

[@michaelacarty850]

Who sings that part. The passion

[@kimbarrett4179]

Very true

[@ryanbaker0]

@@michaelacarty850 Paul McCartney

[@marijantomic5371]

Super !

[@IreneTresp]

I forgot, that this was produced by Stock, Aitkrn and Waterman

[@federicolenoci1788]

Bellissima versione

[@Lidia-jp3qi]

Sad...super song❤

[@annakufel6155]

i love 💕 Holly

[@marijantomic5371]

❤ legenda

[@ronanc5914]

2020 - 🔙 on the perch 🐦 🐤 🐥 😁

[@thomasjones2415]

This Song Is A Tribute, 2 My Best Mate, Mark Blackie, Who Was Murdered, In Edinburgh In May 2006 Just A Few Hours, After Liverpool Won Th Fa Cup, Final, This 1 Is For U Marc My No 1 Scouser, I Miss U Like Th World Mate, Rip My Mucker,

[@MrEightiesvintage]

30th years now

[@nasserkhan-rq1jj]

timeless if you are an LFC fan...which I am,,,

[@johannpieterse6147]

97 now 😢🎉😂 please

[@thesandsie13the2nd]

i'm a man u fanatic. but there should be #justiceforthe96. no more police coverups. admit you were in the wrong police!

[@donnylass4ever]

CHAMPIONS FOR THE 96

[@martinmchale8329]

There could be more liverpool fans in the pipeline that never returned home

[@kingsleyisner4498]

I bought this single back in 1989. The vocals are outstanding. Can anyone tell me which artist sings during this track and at which point?

[@str.77]

So, I'll give it a try. I am not quite sure regarding the Christians (and they probably sang some lines in unison) and Geryy Marsden but certain about Holly Johnson and Paul McCartney's lines. Life goes on day after day [Gerry Marsden] Hearts torn in every way [Holly Johnson] So ferry cross the Mersey [Christians] Cause this land's the place I love [Christians] And here I'll stay [Christians] People they rush everywhere [Gerry Marsden?] Each with their own secret care [Gerry Marsden?] So ferry cross the Mersey [?] And always take me there [Gerry Marsden] The place I love [?] People around every corner [Holly Johnson] They seem to smile and say [Holly Johnson] We don't care what your name is boy [Holly Johnson] We'll never turn you away [Gerry Marsden?] So I'll continue to say [Christians?] Here I always will stay [Holly Johnson] So ferry cross the Mersey [Christians?] Cause this land's the place I love [Gerry Marsden] And here I'll stay [Gerry Marsden] Ohohoh [Paul McCartney or Holly Johnson?] Life goes on day after day [Christians?] Hearts torn in every way [Holly Johnson] So ferry cross the Mersey [Christians?] Cause this land's the place I love [Christians?] And here I'll stay [Christians?] Oh here I'll stay [Christians?] Here I'll stay [Christians?] This land's the place we love [Paul McCartney] Ferry cross the Mersey [Paul McCartney] Cause this land's the place we love [Paul McCartney] So ferry cross the Mersey [?] Cause this land's the place I love [Holly Johnson] And here I'll stay [Holly Johnson]

[@ricardo_miguel13]

@@str.77 first line of the first and second paragraph plus third of the second and fourth of the third paragraph is Paul McCartney

[@marijantomic5371]

😊

[@thomasjones2415]

This Song Now 2 Me Is Now Tribute 2 My Mate Marc Blackie, Who Was Murdered In 2006 After Liverpool Had Won Th FA Cup It Was Named Th Gerrard Final On Th 14th May Just After Midnight, In Edinburgh Outside His Flat Sadly Marc Was Stabbed I Miss Marc's Smile And His Personality, I Miss Him Every Single Day Marc Chould Always Cheer Me Up, Th Real True Guilty Are Still Walking Th Streets 2 And Are Not Behind Bars That Murderd Was Planned, Rip Marc My Mucker,

[@kathrinthomsen5538]

You are a wonderful magically and SupermegaHeroKing *Love you, you one of my dearest loves Bigs, Kiss *****

[@XrpCookies]

Hi, Sad. Just read the report from the Echo. Also said they arrested 2 men 29 and 40. Did the charges not stick?

[@alanmansell9845]

The bit we're shanks raises his arms in triumph just gets me, am glad that shanks was never here to see hillsborough, the great man would of cried a river 😢😢

[@newjoel18]

Wonder if they asked OMD to get involved

[@GEZ-KNUTSCHI]

Selbst in der kommunistischen DDR wurde mit Mitgefühl und Anteilnahme über dieses furchtbare Unglück berichtet. Selbst dort zeigte man Menschlichkeit. Ich kann mich noch gut daran erinnern.

[@nthglasScotland]

Pardon me. I cry every time I see this. Am I a soft 'nana? lol

[@stephenduncan3605]

No you're not because I shed tears as well. Next April after I write this will be 30 years since it happened!

[@Squab1972]

Andrew Lang no you’re not, I am a Manchester United fan I cry at this too.

[@glenncooney3959]

You’re not a soft ‘nana dude, you’re human and doing the same thing that any human would do. It’s such an emotional song considering. I always get emotional when I listen (heck, I’m crying whilst writing this)

[@cathycooper6135]

God! Are they playing this on an old Bontempi organ? It sounds horrendous.

[@richardjones5514]

Have Some Respect

[@davidwall982]

Y.N.W.A

[@THEGRANDPRIXWEBSITE]

YNWA 97

[@tomislavpotocar91]

I HOPE you (YOU in INTERNATIONAL the PROGRAM) you want HELP me.

[@thomastaylor9632]

Ynwa from a gooner

[@scousesi1]

Jft97

[@savannahjessica1984]

Sheffield never forgets the 96 or their families. You'll never walk alone. 💔💔💔💔😢😢😢😢🎀🎀🎀🎀🎈🎈🎈🎈