The Rankin Family - Fare thee well love

[@wm3098]

I remember playing this song about midnight Dec 1998 Christmas Eve after I heard my auntie had a stroke. A very kind friend lent me his vehicle from K country to Calgary to meet with family and I played the Rankins cd over and over and it gave me strength on that drive. The majestic mountains, silent road, stars in the sky. Only one on the road until the highway to the hospital. I still feel the same goosebumps and like I am back on that drive when I hear this song. My auntie did pass 4 days later. I am grateful I put family 1st as the fancy hotel didn't take kindly to me leaving the moment I heard at Xmas. Thank you to the Rankins for their talents. I have always loved they shared it with the world and have provided healing, dance and being proud to be Canadian and a Maritimer. ❤

[@piratesofhalifaxofficial6756]

This tune has now been inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame as of today September 4, 2020 !!!

[@kelbale]

❤❤❤❤❤ God bless and rejoice!!!

[@JP-ol5tu]

Canadian treasure.

[@cidb.212]

One of the goosebumpiest songs Canada has ever produced!

[@jhart3983]

About time!

[@roynelson7841]

As it should be , this song stands shoulder to shoulder with ‘ The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald ‘

[@bobpetras]

In 2005 we drove the Ceildh Trail on Cape Breton Island and came to the little village of Mabou, home of The Rankin family. Wonderful, we could take home a Rankin treasure from the very town they grew up. We stopped at their only store - The General Store - and proudly walked in asking the owner for a Rankin CD to take back to the west coast of Canada. The lady was bemused. She told us, if want a Rankin CD you will have to drive to Halifax to get it. But we fondly remember Michael Enright's very poignant interview with Raylene on the Sunday Morning edition of CBC Radio program in June 2012, just a few months before she died. Out of that, we have Raylene's final tribute to all of us - her CD - All the Diamonds. Indeed the family is a Canadian treasure and always will be.

[@emmahooper484]

So many memories of listening to The Rankin Family in the car on holidays or longer journeys. I always dip into their music over the years and the songs take me straight back.

[@timothyfarr2479]

I grew up in a pretty turbulent home environment when I was a child. My one escape was seeing my counselor Kate who would take me to go ride horses, explore nature, and take time out of my crappy life as a kid to appreciate the true beauty in this world. At the end of our sessions together while she drived me back home, we would always listen to this song on repeat. Thank you Kate & The Rankin Family. Much love and appreciation. - Tim Update: It is with profound sadness that I must share that I was informed that Kate passed away on 10/14/22, just days after her 80th birthday. I can only say that her passing feels like a bright light of hope and love has been taken from this world. Anyone who knew Kate would tell you that if Kate knew you, she loved you. There are so few people in this world who have had the positive impact on young and old alike like Kate did. Kate changed lives. She left the world better than she found it. For that, my heart is a little lighter knowing that her beautiful soul is looking down from above. Now she gets to experience her love of nature from a different perspective - and what a better place to do it than in an eternal paradise? I am not writing this because I love Kate Kaster, but because Kate Kaster loved me. She will be with me always, and I hope I can live long enough to make her proud and give it my all to be the kind of loving and caring soul she was so that perhaps one day I would be able to hug her again.

[@nataliegordon8198]

what a beautiful and poignant memory to share. i wish you wellness and all the best in future! and i don't know if you will get... it was 2 years ago, your comment. haha. hope so

[@candyfoley2377]

Ohhhh Tim ...this song gave me goosebumps but it will give me more now after reading your story💙 Right on Kate!! I hope she gets to know that you shared this with us all

[@nancyp4337]

I hope you are well and happy.

[@MaryStarfly]

💞💞💞

[@cidb.212]

Horses, dogs, cats...even hamsters...best therapy for anyone. They love you unconditionally and never make you feel belittled or stupid or unworthy.

[@liamball8335]

Still makes me cry 30 years later. Gorgeous and soulful.

[@grayb7420]

Played at my mother’s funeral. Brings me to tears every time.

[@carollengale9169]

I’m related to this family and sooo proud ❤️❤️❤️

[@catlady1084]

This was playing at the end of my mother's funeral today. She was a true Cape Bretoner.

[@johanneobrien7572]

I requested this to be played at my hubby s funeral. Withlove. Fr me.

[@toadman999]

This song cracks my top ten of all time list...and I'm a 37 year old dude in Law Enforcement with 4 kids who listens to everything from Eminem to heavy metal when i'm at the gym.. But this song is just gold. Thank you.

[@paulmacneil9729]

I here yah im from Halifax my father is from Cape Breton love this song

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@paulmacneil9729 what is the other brothers name i know it's not John Morris

[@bearcraig]

@@mehchocolate1257 Jimmy

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@bearcraig ok then

[@greyowl7869]

Thanks for manning the front lines from a Corrections Officer. You have my appreciation. Keep strong! Velox Versutus Vigilans

[@mapearce1]

Not only a Canadian treasure, but a blessing to this planet!

[@GINGERLILLI2]

I was living in Manitoba for 16 yrs...away from maritimes...then The Rankins launched and hit the radio....I moved home...every song made me homesick...I drove all the way home and sang along with the Rankins the WHOLE way!!!! I AM sorry for your loss.....and ours a well....

[@themarksman5642]

May 1968 I was conducting military exercises at Camp Wainwright in beautiful Alberta and I will never forget the welcome and kindness conveyed to us Brits by the locals and Canadians in general , like the song I Will never forget you.God bless Canada.🙌

[@lorwrig1]

as a Brit and Canadian, I say your welcome

[@kelbale]

Dad was born in 1933 in London on a glorious 3rd of June day. Served both countries after immigrating in 1959. He's not got many days left. Your message would make him smile. God bless you and God save the Queen.

[@Bushbratz]

My father just passed💔😭....this song is the comfort for my heart right now🙏🏻💔✨😭.....I’ve loved and listened to this song since it was first released🎶♥️✨ Now I know it was for just this moment❣️✨ Thank you🙏🏻🎶♥️✨.......(My father’s roots were in Newfoundland) This song means more than I can express.....Thank You, Rankin Family🥰🙏🏻♥️✨

[@001Nennine]

My decease sister introduced me to your music in the early 90’s. Every time I hear it I break down

[@MarthalieThurstonSachemPiper]

One of the most beautiful presentations of music and lyrics . Music lives forever

[@jannnyyy1]

My heart goes out to all Raylene's family and friends and fans tonight as we all mourn this beautiful woman's life of love and laughter and song.!.God bless and comfort her dear children and husband with supernatural grace! We are blessed that she chose to sing for us all for so many years..and we can always enjoy her gift to us for as long as God spares us..for we are in His Hands..and know not what tomorrow brings...Amgels are rejoicing now and she is with her Maker!!!!...xx

[@toddclustivik1219]

This song is so achingly beautiful.

[@deborahdimitrov4844]

I had this song played when the pall bearers left the church the last time with my son's body in 1993. He was only 19 years old. I had only heard it once on the radio and everyone search for it for me. I still weep when I hear it.

[@61guitbox]

brings a tear to my eye every time i hear this song ..seeing all five of them together brings me joy..RIP Rayleen and John Morris 🙏🏻🇨🇦

[@raystlouis]

💖

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@raystlouis are they from Nova Scotia

[@61guitbox]

@@mehchocolate1257 Cape Breton , Nova Scotia

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@61guitbox rip Raylene and John Morris rankin 😢😢😢😢

[@karenlehr2601]

rip John and rayleen miss your singing so much kL 2:59

[@TheThinkingApe]

This is so beautiful it hurts

[@claudewillis8817]

Brings me to tears every time I play this song

[@johnholwell5050]

A song that gave me one of my best family memories as I drove from Ontario to Newfoundland and probably the best song and performance for me, ever. Absolutely inspiring. Thank you.

[@oakleydarlene4991]

Got to be one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

[@61guitbox]

Canada’s East Coast treasure ❤🇨🇦 RIP John Morris , Raylene 🙏🏻🫶🏻

[@davebrown8853]

😥

[@bristolacademyrugbyleague2346]

My beautiful sister died on the 16th of February 1997, she was a doctor and should have been a great pediatrician, taken from me too early. I miss her so much this song was played at her funeral. If you read this you sent her into eternity with true beauty and I love you for it. I cry every time I hear it but know she would be laughing at me x x x

[@hotmusic1967]

This song always brings me in tears 😢 Thinking about my Abby wife and bestfriend I miss her so much

[@maryatvan]

~♡❤♡~ Never apart, The eternal bond of love holds you both. This song celebrates this bond.

[@greyowl7869]

You too? My wife passed away four years ago on 19 Oct 2020 after a four year, no holds barred, scorched earth, all out war with carcinoma. She loved life so much. Rest in peace dear... Velox Versutus Vigilans

[@hotmusic1967]

Thank you for your kind words ​@maryatvan

[@jamaha268]

East coast musicians from the heart and truly remarkable, God bless ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@elisabethdorig1912]

Its beautiful, it made me cry❤

[@albertagal46]

Last We Forget , I just came home from Remembrance Day services in Abbotsford, British Columbia and thought this is a song for today. God Bless Canada and all who died for us.

[@jasongravesmccarthy]

25 years later and I still love this song!

[@anjichap123]

Me too!!! And Rise Again...

[@DADTO3BRATS]

I saw The Rankins in my hometown of Manitouwadge. I even set up for the concert, met them and got autographs. A week later this video dropped on Much Music. Such a great band and super nice people.

[@kevbridges3963]

Sadly no one seems to care about this angelic sound. What a great family.

[@staystrong8966]

This song was played today at the funeral of Const. David Wynn of St. Albert, Canada. Godspeed and humble thanks for your dedicated service.

[@loripatrick4652]

Rest in peace Constable David Wynn. We can take it from here.

[@lindahowie4619]

Yes it is on you tube as well..CTV from the funeral.

[@juanenns2595]

You say st. Albert Canada you need to say where in Canada

[@staystrong8966]

@@juanenns2595 ummm the city of St. Albert. In Canada. Oh, province? It's in Alberta.

[@939shanti]

To all my loves, my children, my parents, siblings, close friends, grandchildren...

[@issue89]

I'm a proud Cape Breton musician, The Rankins was one of and still my favorite music group of all time. If this song came out today, it will be an absolute hit! RIP Raylene, may your Spirit move on and touch others!

[@lindahowie4619]

And now with the shootings, it is heart wrenching. Again.

[@timkarwandy9269]

Played at my Sons Funeral Dec 28th 2017 died of a drug overdose. We left Ft. Nelson BC a place we loved in 1993 and as we were leaving we were playing this song I cry every time hear it!! I miss him so much😭

[@timkarwandy9269]

Gary Johnston , so right you are Gary it puts a strain on my mind to try and rationalize how any Government can turn a blind eye to how drugs are killing the kids in this country more than ww11 and it’s not a crisis?? Then what is?? The new designer drugs are more powerful than ever before and hook kids instantly!!!! So sad 😞

[@lindsayhann7690]

These voices together are pure magic.

[@raddley1]

this was the song my mom wanted to hear as she drew her last breath, i love and miss you so much, sleep in peace

[@stevepayne6553]

roz korn your comment actually took my breath away. Sorry for your loss.

[@tungstun1977]

Thank you for sharing that

[@loripatrick4652]

I dedicate this song to my co-worker and co-humourist, Kim P. We worked switchboard together in 1992 at YRP and laughed until we cried. Kim introduced this song to me. I hope, that wherever you are Kim, life is nothing but beautiful for you and your daughter. Thank you for the laughter and the shoulder to cry on.

[@bonniechristison4030]

I think an angel sent me this song today. A friend thought he was sending me a link to a dance video but somehow wires got crossed, and the link sent me to this recording instead. My ex-husband is dying from ALS and has recently chosen medically assisted suicide, to take place in 2 days time. The song seemed like it was sent from heaven. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@radtvmedia5478]

Makes me proud to be from Nova Scotia. Thank you Rankin Family for everything

[@icare19]

I am Canadian. Such a touching song by Nova Scotia's own Rankin Family. Fare thee well love. I can understand this pandemic. But I and you cannot understand the actions of one who attacked our citizens. Our history told us of the resilience of the Acadians, the Compassion and Willingness to help their fellow man. My heart like many others hurts but we will overcome. We will never allow another's actions to take away from who we are. Today is a wee bit better than yesterday, tomorrow will be a bit better. Please feel free to join in and sing this together for we are one. ............Nova Scotia Canada stands with you. May Gods Peace, Comfort Be with you all. In Jesus name. Amen.

[@stefeniedavidmusic]

What a fantastic group. Never saw them in a live concert. My loss.

[@patmacfadzen7718]

Oh my heart. Beyond a doubt these voices in this song is superb and when the camera moves to capture all five siblings with their harmonies...tears begin to flow.

[@61guitbox]

same here

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@61guitbox which 2 rankin's are singing in the video intro

[@christiankalk4668]

​@mehchocolate1257 Jimmy and Cookie do the main vocals for this one.

[@collette333]

Makes my heart tremble... and knees shake... and tightness in my throat

[@mitchellmcdowell8546]

Gorgeous. Simply gorgeous.

[@leafsfourever]

I saw them in Brockville a few years back, class act, so very good, RIP Raylene and RIP John Morris Rankin, my you will be so missed...

[@LaFont1234]

im in Renfrew not to FAR AWAY :) WISH i SEEM THEM LIVE

[@melindat419]

Absolutely chilling and BEAUTIFUL ❤

[@mikebasil4832]

This was the song that gave me the best respect for the Rankins. 💓

[@davidsollows4324]

This is still as beautiful as when I first heard it so many years back. Can it be 20 years now already?

[@michellecomeau8264]

So happy I got to see them. Pretty much danced for the whole concert., except for Fare Thee Well.... Shed a few tears for thatt but had a great time. Such a fun, upbeat concert.

[@jeffpatten5193]

The most powerful song ever. Never fails to raise the hair on the back of my neck at ~ 2:57. When I see closeups of Raylene and J-M my heart breaks that they're gone...

[@teupolaveitala8160]

I love the ranking family members and their songs and they Scottish background traditional music soundtracks. They are soooo amaze

[@raystlouis]

Rips through you. This is what music is meant to be about. A message... An experience... A gorgeous moment or the saddest time. This hits it all.💖💖💖

[@RainbowFlowerCrow]

R.I.P.....Such beautiful voices.... I didn't even know Raylene passed as well.... Their music is so incredibly beautiful and haunting

[@sigridthompson3882]

Such a beautiful soul touching song… I listened to this song, when my 36 yo brother accidentally died❣️I would listen to this song over and over and over again! I was singing ‘Fare thee well love’ to my sweet brother…

[@coquihalla1]

What a lose to our great country of Canada. And what a tragedy to a family who's missing more than a few talented individuals in their midst. God rest your soul Raylene. There's a special place in heaven for those with angelic voices.

[@bigblue7407]

This my way babys funeral song this and borders and time from the Rankin family means alot to me ❤

[@bigblue7407]

This will be my funeral song when I die ❤🙏

[@mattymo56]

Love from N.B, Canada. Makes me think of my Papa who passed away 18 years ago..Miss and love you

[@luckie1399]

So sad, reminds me of my father. He used to sing this song with my aunt (his sister) and they sounded exactly like the two who actually sing it. ... RIP Dad

[@markhenshaw06]

One of the most beautiful Canadian songs.

[@patsyreed5731]

this took my breath away...thank you so much for sending me here..i love it...want this played as they lay me to rest...

[@lindafilion157]

beautiful ❤

[@jenniferrichardson8801]

I love this song

[@karenwesley332]

The Rankin Family had such a lovely harmony before they lost two siblings. But of course they still are beautiful singers.

[@kimmilil]

the tears always flow no matter how many times I listen

[@Windwalkerwithfire]

This is simply the most beautiful, heartfelt and touching song I've ever heard. I loves it guys. She's some nice.

[@alicec.bateman9102]

This is such a beautiful song, so very well done! Thank you for your contributions to the beauty and harmony of this world.

[@beyethedoor]

So powerful. I want to blow my speakers out with it. So beautiful.

[@anjichap123]

Exactly what i am doing right now :D

[@kevbridges3963]

Heard the song so many times, and yes its awsome, so lets give the video creators some credit, the video is so nicely edited it gives the track so much more relevance.

[@YvanHarvey]

This remind me so much of my time at sea with my peers in Canadian Navy.

[@greyowl7869]

Thank you for your service! This forner Signals Officer served ten years in the 73 Comm Regt and my dear old Dad served 13 years on the Tribal Class Destroyers before releasing in 1967. His last several months was aboard the HMCS Bonaventure. Be well old comrade. Velox Versutus Vigilans

[@sheze45]

I grew up with the Rankin Family songs marking that journey. Too soon Raylene's journey is over. How much tragedy should one family have to bear? God speed Raylene.

[@Joe.236]

Voices truly Angellic!

[@ccoombs5543]

Makes me weep everytime I hear it

[@johnfogarty4185]

God Bless the Rankin Family!

[@moodblue81]

Beautiful! One of the best live concerts I have ever seen.

[@ladycplum]

A friend of mine once sent me a tape of Canadian music, and this one instantly stood out. So haunting.

[@judithbliss7567]

First became aware of the Rankins back in 1987 on the Rita MacNeil show...loved them ever since through their losses and triumphs ....hope they will regroup and entertain again.

[@mickeybowmeister1944]

To Canada with love from NZ

[@mickeybowmeister1944]

Is there any way this video can be shared an not be on KZbin? They keep taking it down:(

[@alexholland3811]

michael bowman There are a number of free applications that let you download youtube video/songs.

[@marclaw]

which ones?

[@karenwesley332]

@@marclaw I have a Free subscription to KZbin. I have for five years, and I live in Canada.

[@karenwesley332]

@@mickeybowmeister1944 There's a share item right below the video. I share from ever video in Canada all the time, it's Free. Just have to sign in with your email. All sorts of countries use this site.

[@kjell240]

I love this song,Love from Norway

[@carlmcnamara5396]

beautiful song!

[@GIguy]

Cutting onions again!😭😭😭😭

[@ronrunningaround3096]

This is a beautiful song I’ve been a fan since I was a kid in the 80’s and 90’s and still am a big fan I want to see this wonderful beautiful band some day

[@patakel]

Stunning!❤

[@brancofuncic5519]

I end up feeling the entire spectrum of emotions when listening to this song. Few things I’ve found that have such a profound effect on me. This is simply beautiful and if it fails to tuck your soul, I take pity on you.

[@fionanicolson2021]

Absolutely heartfelt.

[@61guitbox]

i totally agree

[@Distraughtalways]

thank you so much..you took me back to simpler times and happy memories..even though the lyrics are sad..this song came out when my son was born...I wonder if he still remembers me singing this to him..I hope so..

[@patriciafinn9616]

Haunting melody,beautiful

[@OttoRappTheMystic]

I lived in Canada for over 40 years before returning to my home in Vienna, but in all that time, I had never been to Nova Scotia. Pity. If I were, I would say: "Take me home!"

[@kenns8856]

You must come back

[@georgew2432]

This song puts a lump in my throat everytime I hear it, fantastic work by the Rankins

[@ej3016]

28 yrs ago and it still reaches in and grabs my heart as much today as it did then - have Rankins cranked up to rant against damn VIRUS and everything it’s done to us - such a Canadian thing I know to rant with beautiful music - just want the universe to know we’re here and not gonna be defeated - crank even higher and sob 💕🙏💕

[@laurababcock6584]

I so love this song still brings tears to my eyes after all these years. Would love to see them in concert.. just left this this band they are so beautiful singers would love to see them in concert at some time

[@richarddouglas8001]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@bettybarnes2632]

Beautiful So inspiring!

[@danq7172]

How can you not like this song. It’s beautiful.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

Beautiful song! Beautiful singing! I've never heard of The Rankin Family until today, when I heard *"We Rise Again"* over the radio. I must say that I rarely cry, but listening to that song, I was bawling like a baby by the time the song was over.

[@gaenorharris-obrien9934]

Families who sing... make magical memories forever

[@gerrygowen4205]

truly magical

[@bcdm999]

This song will play at my wake. Peace and good thoughts to all Bluenosers, who have gone through so much these last few months.

[@rbbrd64]

Takes a Canadian, and our heritage, to understand ... truly

[@LivingOnTheCanaan]

What an incredibly talented family!! Love them all!

[@hollyhawthorne]

My heart is with the Rankin family today, as Raylene joins John Morris, to sing in the heavenly choir. Go with God.

[@doprahy]

Ouch, this song can still make me weep - so many years after the first time I heard it.

[@f44unboy]

I hear you. Just a beauty of a song.

[@doprahy]

I heard it again sung by the Rankin's at the funeral of RCMP Constable David Wynn in St. Albert. It made the tragedy even sadder.