The Seekers - It's Hard To Leave

[@paulinevanderwoning5706]

Her voice was so beautiful, she was the group’s gem, stunning voice, she I think didn’t get enough recognition, she was outstanding ,

[@TREMERE1]

R.I.P. Judith. It's hard to see you go.

[@frankscivier4874]

This lady Judith Durham is unbelievable. Not only has she been blessed with the most beautiful voice & wonderful singing talent I have ever heard in my life, but she is capable of composing & singing a heartfelt piece of music like this. I have written several times here on KZbin that her talent is just so wonderful that I cannot help thinking it being divine. Hearing this for the first time today makes me even more certain!!!.

[@evevening7995]

Just sitting listening to judith durham singing on her birthday, it's hard to believe judith would have been 80 today, Thinking about you, judith, on your birthday 💖💖💖💖

[@jeffreysherring2636]

A very gifted lady 🌷🌸🌷

[@josephschroer7594]

Happy Heavenly Bday Ms Judith Durham!!! You are Singing with the Angels, Giving Glory to God!!! Joe from Lou, KY

[@Rooiseun]

Judith`s singing prowess is almost beyond words. Her voice is angelic, bright and clear. Singing pitch perfect with an incredible range and natural vibrato. There will hardly ever be anyone again to match her singing ability, it is a massive gift and truly amazing. RIP Judith, you will NEVER be forgotten, and your music will live on forever.

[@mauricehawkins2968]

The words of this song leave me totally speechless! From the age of seven onwards I've loved the Seekers. Judith Durham may be gone now yet the music still remains. The music of the sixties came in many forms yet The Seekers were definitely part of it and rightly so!

[@sollaris1948]

Magical voice from a lovely lady ...

[@rmstitanic8163]

Tears in my eyes. 😢 What a song. Beautiful Judith.

[@greyhairedphantom4038]

I adored you as a little boy, I still do! Farewell Beautiful Lady

[@heatherhayes7947]

One of their songs l played for my husbands funeral. Over ten years now. I still cry when l hear it.

[@PamWilliams-v1t]

Can drop me to the floor breaks my heart I'm sure my son sent me this song 😢😢❤

[@maryellenmartin1084]

One of the saddest songs I’ve heard. An Angel is singing this song. Judith Durham has an angelic voice. The best!! ❤️

[@maryellenmartin1084]

I first heard this song one year ago! Love this particular song because my husband and best friend, passed away last year! This song and “Far Shore” were so comforting to me I couldn’t get enough. I love you, Johnny, forever and ever. We would have been together 50 yrs. this December.❤❤😢🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@johngodfrey.766]

One word about Judith Durham. Greatest.

[@hilaryjacobs8716]

Crying my eyes out here..this lady sings with soul...Karen Carpenter likewise..beautiful ladies.

[@b1j]

And then it hit me: it’s love. I love Judith Durham.

[@marcob4630]

Judith !!! Just wonderful - real class !!

[@MadManJai]

I'm almost glad I wasn't born an Aussie, for I surely would have mourned the breaking up of The Seekers. On the contrary, I mourn that my younger self never got to know them at all. Thank God and gracious uploaders for creating the memories I would normally be reflecting back on as I approach 62

[@markziegler2979]

Thankfully they got back together and blessed us all with more of their music

[@4424718]

Beautiful

[@scuzzydirtbag]

Great song and sung by a wonderfully talented group. Judith, as usual, sings with a voice penetrating my heart.

[@applepie238]

very very beautiful,never be another judith.xxx

[@bobbyjoejosephson6099]

we miss you too !!!!!!

[@grimTales1]

Absolutely beautiful song :(

[@giulianocerovaz5489]

I'm gonna miss you Judith ❤❤😊

[@jemmacollier8991]

My Grandpa Just Died and i remember listening to the seekers in the car while he was driving i miss him so much But i can always see im now at heaven address at Laurie Collier

[@dailyDelhiite]

@ the seekers . My favorite fellas of all time.

[@adrianlarkins7259]

My God what talent. She not only sings like an angel but composes too. The melody and words are hauntingly beautiful. I have a wet tissue next to me

[@WilliamMurray-lr1bb]

me to Adrian ! RIP to you too Adrian .... I hope you bumped into Judith 'up there !

[@judithharvey8317]

💔 Heartbreaking. Such an angelic voice. She will be missed so much. Bless you Judith. 💔💔💔🎼🎼🎼🎼🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@starfire746]

Yes without a doubt Judith Durham has beautiful voice given from God. Today what do we have? Yelling, screaming, jumping like fools and nothing to listen to.

[@RedFox.Video2023]

Yes, Maurice, you are completely right. Greetings from México

[@harrydecrescenzo3327]

I'm glad that I grew up in those times when music was artistry.

[@ninacabral2391]

maurice smook Well said!!! A agree a ziliions per cent.

[@ninacabral2391]

José Manuel Morales Peña Greetings from Brazil Hermanito. Dios te bendiga y a los tuyos amem

[@petemarsh7320]

Very moving, and demonstrates Judith's values. I don't think Judith has ever had the ego to take on the fact that her voice is thought of by milions to be completely out of this world.

[@tough213]

this is a great song then again any song the seekers perform are great . this song takes me back to the time when my parents were alive and makes me feel whole and happy that is just what they do as a group make everyone happy . does anyone know what is going on with Judith is she well and ok now I have not heard much thank you for the posting .

[@getsmartpaul]

proculledtwo, Thank you yet again First time I've heard this lovely song. LA Guy

[@UlissesPereiramarketer]

Good music...bravo! Brasil

[@tbMatty]

This song is up there with their Tom Springfield compositions if not better. The words are incredible.

[@petex3909]

I like The Seekers...she got hellish voice..very pure

[@ton4347]

Let's get a million views for this special lady

[@larryvermeer6170]

this song should of been in her tribute state of her tirbute concert too

[@martinellam3493]

I suppose it’s a matter of how much you could fit in in the time available. It would have made a good finishing song but, as it was, the ending was pretty near perfect with the tribute from the boys, the recording of ‘Carry Me’ and Julia Samira’s recital of the opening words from ‘It’s Hard to Leave,: It’s hard to leave you all behind Those loving smiles so sweet and kind I love you all, you’re part of me With you I leave the heart of me A wonderful way to finish!

[@larryvermeer6170]

@@martinellam3493 good afternoon my friend martin this song that judith durham sing here was not part of her funeral tribute at all here

[@martinellam3493]

@@larryvermeer6170 You’re right Larry. ‘It’s Hard to Leave’ is one of my favourite songs and I believe that the opening lines, spoken by Julia Samira at the end of the state memorial, are Judith’s words to all of us. Regards, Martin.

[@larryvermeer6170]

@@martinellam3493 good evening my friend martin i don't remember hearing julia talk about It's Hard To Leave with this song at the state memorial remember the american's did no tribute for judith durham at all only for olivia newton john

[@larryvermeer6170]

@@martinellam3493 i wish at the end of judith durham state memorial i feel they should of have that song Carry Me at the end of the show too my friend martin what do you think about it

[@axter1]

nel 1971 tu e io ci siamo incontrati a Londra... quale emozione!

[@grimTales1]

I used to think this song was written about Judith leaving the other boys in The Seekers behind, according to her it isn't quite that, but I think the lyrics fit very well.

[@11matt11]

It really fits the breakup of the group so well, but the lyrics are written so poetically that it could have multiple levels of meanings. Such a beautiful little-known gem of a song.

[@52MUMI]

Niin, oli vaikeaa jättää heidät...Kaipaan heitä tänäänkin.

[@simp7465]

I love this song - any idea how I can purchase it?

[@themassofmen]

It's on the Future Road album. I've just ordered it. Expensive because it is, apparently, out of print.

[@misterdakman]

@786commonwealth That's a nice phrase you use: "harmony of hearts".

[@G6JPG]

What is she singing in the video, and is it on KZbin? (And who is David?)

[@52MUMI]

Itkettää.

[@patriciaschuster1371]

There is no music done this well these days. Rest in Heaven, Judith.

[@julierobinson3633]

RIP Judith Durham. Reading the news today makes this song incredibly poignant.

[@nancynewman1465]

I think she was an angel ❤ true

[@meemalderson9409]

❤

[@barryh.4220]

Beautiful singer , not a note out of place , crystal clear vocals .. and what a song this is ... absolutely stunning.

[@jimlawrence2714]

None can match this woman's voice, at any age, or the harmonies sung by the guys. I knew of the Seekers thru their hits in the '60's, lost track of them after they broke up, and only recently re-discovered them via You Tube. I now listen to them every day at work, and recently managed to buy some of their CDs that are actually out of print. Can't wait to be able to listen to this wonderful group in my car. They are superb! Thanks to all who have contributed to the You Tube library of Seekers songs, interviews, and performances.

[@TheScunneredMan]

What a voice.. BRILLIANT!! I have never heard this song before. It's a 10 out of 10 one.

[@mikeslater1865]

You can't compare 90% of today's 'singers' with Judith Durham, she is simply in a league of her own, and the Seekers as a group are untouchable as far as talent goes!

[@mymusic316]

Amen!

[@mymusic316]

Couldn't say it any better than that!

[@joywilliams8444]

Always dressed well no sexyal moves but famous and all she done was srand and sing.xxx

[@harryhackney6416]

Totally agree 100 % ❤️

[@davidsanders1986]

You can't compare 100% !!

[@misterdakman]

It's difficult to believe that this song was written in 1971 - it's timeless and the vocal performance is powerful and beautiful. Thank you, Proculled, for posting this great quality recording!

[@garyhieronymus9072]

It is hard for the world to let you go Judith. The most beautiful voice of my life time. We will miss you so.

[@carolelorikeet6002]

im truly sad tonight, this wonderful woman gone, im glad i have all her songs

[@kafrose1]

I was a teenager in the 60's but somehow did not know the Seekers or Judith Durham. I am now 68 years old and just found them. Such a talent! Beautiful voice, beautiful compositions. She is truly blessed as a musician. So glad I found her!

[@josephschroer7594]

I heard of the Seekers in the Past but their Music is More Relevant to Me Now: The Greatest Song Group of All-Time!!! Joe from Lou, KY

[@WesleyPorter-d5q]

Yes,it's me,Wes,from Moora.God bless dear sister.

[@maxwellfan55]

Many of us from this generation lived our lives and loves through the Seekers, beauty, youth, joy and happiness, it's all there in the music. Oh those times were good.

[@patholloway5332]

So profound a song today. God bless and thank you for the beautiful music.

[@sherryrobinson7389]

This song gets me crying each time I hear it. Such a rare and tender song... Th U.

[@ragnarkristoffersen]

What a beautiful voice. And her soul reaches me still. Touched my heart for ever.

[@solomon4222]

I SAW THIS BEAUTIFUL LADY, on utube only yesterday, since the sixties, but its only now I appreciate her talent, and may I say her beauty, it is the first time I have heard this particular song, and i am afraid my eyes were filled with tears, I lost access to my grandchildren 12 years ago through a vindictive mother, this song has bought back all the heartache & some lovely memories too,

[@karenbisset4753]

Heartbreaking

[@mrBILL-sr2cu]

Oh my goodness... Absolute perfection!! I thought I had heard all of The Seekers’ music. How did I miss this one?

[@harryhackney6416]

WATCH HER LIVE VERSION OUTSIDE IT WILL TURN YOU COLD 🥶 LISTENING TO THE SONG 🎵

[@richardbarr8766]

Perfection. Absolutely brilliant. What a worldwide star she is. A legend in her own life. Bless her.

[@maryelliott2375]

She has a beautiful voice.This is my favorite song.I could listen to it over and over. I think she wrote it but I am not sure.

[@harryhackney6416]

Yes she did write the song as someone else mentioned. She wrote the song to her family because she was leaving her family behind. Not because she was leaving the seekers. Her live solo version will leave you cold. She doesn’t face the camera while she’s singing. She turns to the camera at the end I believe she was crying while she was singing it. I’ve followed her and her boys from the very beginning. WHAT AS REALLY PISSED ME OFF IS THERE AS NOT BEING ANY MENTION OF HER PASSING AWAY. ONE SINGER I COULD LISTEN TO ALL DAY LONG. SOMETHING I HAVE DONE MANY TIMES. ❤️🌈 R I P JUDITH ANOTHER ANGEL TO SING FOR THOSE WHO WILL BE HAPPY IN HEAVEN AND SHE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN OR EARTH XX

[@noelinesmith6846]

This song was played during a photo tribute for my mum at her funeral service. It brings back beautiful memories of an amazing mother. Beautiful song.

[@annetteborngeer7411]

RIP JUDITH DURHAM

[@frankscivier4874]

I wouldn’t describe myself as a very emotional person but this lady Judith Durham, and this song in particular, just reduces me to tears. I couldn’t agree more with William Murray below!.

[@CarlGoldmam]

RIP 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@washita33]

judith brings a bit of heaven to the ears and heart

[@vic5828]

I never knew that Judith played the piano. Such a fantastic voice. Too bad we don't have singers like her today.

[@michaelsullivan2875]

RIP Judith a great loss of a beautiful woman who made such an impact on the world. God bless you.

[@petetry]

Beautiful Judith sang with such feeling and soul.

[@votoauditavelja7796]

It's hard to leave you all behind Those loving smiles so sweet and kind I love you all, you're part of me With you I leave the heart of me It's hard to go, but now's the time With loving arms I intertwine There will be times I miss you so It's hard to leave, but I must go I won't look back along the way It only makes me want to stay With every step I'm sure I'll find A different loved one on my mind Without my friends here by my side My destiny will be my guide There will be times I miss you so It's hard to leave, but I must go It's hard to leave the ones you love Though other stars may shine above But I can hope within my song That after all it won't be long But it is now I feel the pain I may not see you all again There will be times I miss you so It's hard to leave but I must go It's hard to leave but I must go

[@timcoleman8812]

Just wonderful. What a gift to all of us.

[@lucyhulme1810]

I heard Judith and the Seekers as soon as they got off the boat and l have been listening to them ever since. They are fabulous. Lucy X

[@robertgossett7144]

Pure God gifted talent. Love this beautiful lady.

[@billbright1755]

Good bye my love, think I am but gone, and wait for me till we shall meet again on that distant shore.

[@steveharrison2275]

9 thumbs down, must have hearts of stone, if they even have one!!!!

[@knaus600]

Unvergesslich. Judith Durham und ihre Seekers durch die fantastische Musik wird sie für uns weiter leben

[@jstmorris]

I fell in love with her and her voice the very first time I heard her sing ( sent from up above ). Purest voice of all.

[@starfire746]

With out a doubt an Angel.

[@osvaldoschilling9129]

The same happened to me.

[@stewartfenton7660]

Me too, in 1964. I hope that Judith feels the warmth of the love that so many people feel for her.

[@sherryrobinson7389]

Back again, to cherish the Seeker's .the Water is Wide started me out for folk music , a neighbor got me started on folk music.

[@lolacampbell321]

Id like this played at my funeral beautiful

[@PamWilliams-v1t]

Me to

[@vikkibyington3066]

This beautiful song, beautifully sung, by a beautiful angel-lady...brings me to tears. It hasn't been so long that my Momma passed away and it reminds me her her. I love Judith!

[@AWVeen]

Vikki Anne Byington 😥

[@AWVeen]

Did she make this song when she left the Seekers?

[@kathybartlett1108]

I wish she could have stayed forever

[@montmorencyyou]

Very moving.

[@grimTales1]

A sad and beautul song. Lovely.

[@PamWilliams-v1t]

5 yrs ago my eldest son died I heard this song for the first on his 6th anniversary at the same time he passed 😢😢

[@NEWTVIC]

It's raing here in SoCal so I have time to sit and listen, and read it's amazing how much music really talks to us- well this music anyway. So much heartache so much joy too many goodbyes and not enough farewells-

[@gweitgraven]

We will love you forever judith

[@yokkohamada1]

Very Nice!! Thanks!

[@frederickgreen3665]

It would indeed be hard to leave Judith.

[@susmitamondal7583]

So nice. So beautiful, the way you are singing.

[@mathewabraham2412]

They are the Right Word, for mortally matrixed emotions. Nonpareils, in music, for me. JUDITH & HAMNET, were SHAKESPEARE's twins.

[@AlCastagna]

Edith Durham by far the best female singer of her time

[@519djw6]

*Requiescat in pace, Judith Durham.*

[@robinbouwer2932]

RIP Judith

[@ChemistryAtomistic]

I need a time machine.

[@johnk6346]

Chemistry Atomistic Me too I need out of these Insane times

[@BeachBadger78]

Chemistry Atomistic this is as close as it ... gets ...

[@multicaruana]

Never heard this one before. Beautiful!

[@axter1]

Judith... sei la voce più bella del mondo e sei anche la donna più bella del mondo!

[@steveharrison2275]

Got to feel sympathy for the six who don't like this, obviously no hearts!!!

[@MadManJai]

Maybe they need to take a trip to Oz(stralia) and see and hear the Wizardress there. I hear she can warm hearts to life with her enchanting voice. Who needs Kansas anyway. (No offense you Jayhawks)

[@TRKWP]

So lovely---

[@jacorn444]

beautiful song. Beautiful Voice. Blessings. Rev Jack

[@lubossuchanek3726]

Jsem pamětník šedesátých let a Judith Durham miluju.

[@alexanderfleming6040]

AS I HAVE SAID MANY TIMES, FOLKS, JUDITH HAS A WONDERFUL VOICE; A LOVELY FACE AND A GREAT BODY!!!ALEXANDER FLEMINGWASH DC, USAFEB 9, 2017