It was a hit on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching number six in the United States and number eight in the UK. In May 1989, a charity version of “Ferry Cross the Mersey” was released in aid of those affected by the Hillsborough disaster, which claimed the lives of 95 Liverpool fans the previous month (a 96th, Tony Bland, died in 1993 as a consequence of that disaster). Erfahren Sie mehr über Veröffentlichungen von The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden, Stock Aitken Waterman* - Ferry 'Cross The Mersey auf Discogs. HEARTS TORN IN EVERY WAY. Everyone wants to help after such a disaster, but the question is ‘how’. It was first recorded by his band Gerry and the Pacemakers and released in late 1964 in the UK and in 1965 in the United States. So I'll continue to say Or do you simply want to leave a comment ? It is believed that the use of low-resolution images of such covers qualifies as fair use. We were creating an emotional message to wrench money out of people’s pockets. Ferry Cross the Mersey / Abide with Me (with Paul McCartney, The Christians, Holly Johnson and Stock Aitken Waterman, PWE, 1989) Red, White And Blue / Red, White And Blue (Backing Track) (Gerry Marsden And The England Supporters Club, Westmoor Music, 1990) As Time Stood Still (The Sun: Gulf Aid, GULF, 1991) Alternatively, we would be delighted to provide credits. Any copyright owner who wants something removed should contact us and we will do so immediately. Gerry recorded his part first and Paul and the Christians went in the studios together. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Belfasttelegraph. Pete decided a charity version must be recorded and immediately contacted Mike Stock to prepare the backing track. the christians, holly johnson, paul mccartney, gerry marsden, stock aitken and waterman – “ferry cross the mersey” Tom • Popular • 66 comments • 6,311 views #628, 20th May 1989 Please note this site is strictly non-commercial. Ferry Cross the Mersey - Hillsborough Appeal 1989 on Skytrax Sir Paul McCartney has said he will always remember his long-time friend and fellow Merseyside singing star Gerry Marsden with a smile. Vervollständigen Sie Ihre The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry … "Ferry Cross the Mersey" is a song written by Gerry Marsden. and I Like It, died hospital in the early hours of Sunday aged 78. The place I love SIR Paul McCartney led tributes tonight after fellow Merseyside pop icon Gerry Marsden died aged 78. The others were Gerry Marsden, who as composer and copyright holder waived all his rights, Holly Johnson (once of Frankie Goes To Hollywood) and the Christian Brothers (band name: the Christians). Waterman commented, ‘He goes out of tune and he wanted me to take it off and do it again and I wouldn’t let him. People around every corner Have you spotted an error on the page? The word "cross" appears in only two contexts in the song: (1) "So ferry cross the Mersey, 'cause this land's the place I love", (2) "So ferry cross the Mersey and always take me there". Hearts torn in every way His unforgettable performances of You’ll Never Walk Alone and Ferry Cross the Mersey remain in many people’s hearts as reminders of a … '”, Waterman made some additional comments. and I … The song was written by Gerry Marsden and originally recorded by his band Gerry and the Pacemakers (released in 1964). Abide With Me [Terence Duffy (organ) - sung by Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir] But all of us down here think you’re absolutely right; we think it’s marvellous to hear him showing some emotion. ‘He [Paul] wanted to make it perfect which, of course, because he’s Paul McCartney, he would do. Invalid Date, SIR Paul McCartney led tributes tonight after fellow Merseyside pop icon Gerry Marsden died aged 78. My sympathies go to his wife Pauline and family. Sir Paul McCartney has said he will always remember his long-time friend and fellow Merseyside singing star Gerry Marsden with a smile. We don't care what your name is boy “Mersey” refers to the River Mersey in northwest England, a river that flows into the Irish Sea at Liverpool. B-side is ‘Abide With Me’ from the Liverpool Cathedral service the day after the tragedy. Complete sua coleção de The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden, Stock Aitken Waterman*. Marsden, whose band Gerry and the Pacemakers were behind hits like You’ll Never Walk Alone, Ferry Cross The Mersey, I’ll Be There, How Do You Do It? “Cross” is not a contraction of the preposition “across” but rather an imperative verb – “Ferry, cross the Mersey.” The Mersey Ferry runs between Liverpool and Birkenhead and Seacombe on the Wirral. In neither case does "across" make sense, so do it, Guy. In the lyrics you use ‘cross although you state emphatically that the lyrics are simply: cross the Mersey. He and his group were our biggest rivals on the local scene. His unforgettable performances of You’ll Never Walk Alone and Ferry Cross the Mersey remain in many people’s hearts as reminders of a joyful time in British music," McCartney wrote in … 'Cause this land's the place I love "Gerry was a mate from our early days in Liverpool. The record topped the British charts on 20 May 1989. He was to comment, ‘He (Gerry) wrote it as a pop song. Ferry 'Cross The Mersey [performed by The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & Stock Aitken Waterman] 2. I said, “Why did you do it?” and he said, “Well, it’s just how I felt.” And I said, “Then it stays!” Linda McCartney called me up afterwards and said, “You know, you’re probably the only person who’s ever told Paul McCartney that he couldn’t have his own way. It was first recorded by his band Gerry and the Pacemakers and released in late 1964 in the UK and in 1965 in the United States. Have you spotted an error on the page? Ferry 'Cross the Mersey Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & Stock Aitken Waterman – Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey – Official Music Video. Paul McCartney has never played this song in concert. We dearly hope the record is high in the charts by the time you read this. Any copyright owner who wants something removed should contact us and we will do so immediately. [Verse 2] E D E D People, they rush everywhere. We'll never turn you away The PaulMcCartney Project {Chorus 1] E G#m So ferry, cross the Mersey. And here I'll stay There will be no video or photos of the recording sessions and the sleeve carries some suitable symbol of the event, rather than pictures of the artists. Sir Paul tweeted: “Gerry was a mate from our early days in Liverpool. The 60's pop icon and his band, Gerry and the Pacemakers, were behind hits like You'll Never Walk Alone, Ferry Cross The Mersey, I'll Be There, How Do You Do It? Paul McCartney, Holly Johnson of Frankie Goes to Hollywood and another Liverpool band, the Christians, were approached to participate in the recording. His unforgettable performances of 'You’ll Never Walk Alone' and 'Ferry Cross the Mersey' remain in many people’s hearts as reminders of a joyful time in British music. Paul McCartney remembered him sweetly on Twitter (see below). As many outside Britain will know, 95 Liverpool fans were crushed to death at a football match in Sheffield on Saturday 15th April. Pete Waterman, of the vastly successful Stock Aitken Waterman writing/production team, drives to Liverpool every week to present a Saturday morning show on Radio City. And here I'll stay […] For the ‘Mersey Aid/Hillsborough Fund’, Gerry approached Pete Waterman of the hit production team Stock, Aitken and Waterman, who agreed on Gerry’s choice of the number ‘Ferry ‘Cross The Mersey’. The song was recorded by Liverpool artists The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden and Stock Aitken Waterman. Here I'll stay, Give Us That Knowing Wink - Official Rarities - Ultimate Archive Collection. Please use the form below! It was a hit on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching number six in the United States and number eight in the UK. Each with their own secret care But we knew the song had got to him at that point, the emotion of the tragedy had got to him, and when you see the video it definitely gets your throat, catches you and gives you a tear in the eye. McCartney did capture the spirit of it – and that’s down to the fact that Gerry wrote a great song that does stand up to that treatment.’. Most requested record by distressed listeners was not the football anthem ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’, but ‘Ferry Cross The Mersey’. 3 years ago. Paul too was anxious to do something, so was delighted to get the call from Pete Waterman. Paul McCartney and others have honored the musician's legacy. So ferry cross the Mersey Pete decided the public had become used to ‘massed choir’ charity records and so chose five Liverpool artists to give a personal, less crowded effect. People they rush everywhere Here I always will stay He immediately accepted Pete’s suggestion and the logistics of recording Paul’s contribution were sorted out between them there and then. Driving home that afternoon, he heard the tragic news on his radio and turned back to Liverpool to see what he could do. If you like what you are seeing, share it on social networks and let others know about The Paul McCartney Project. Our job was to make money for an appeal and for that we had to be mercenary.’, In the middle of the record, Paul lets out a wail. Learn how your comment data is processed. (Hydrargyrum, I doubt Gerry would have proofread the sleeve before publication). “Ferry Cross the Mersey” (sometimes written Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey) is a song written by Gerry Marsden. He and his group were our biggest rivals on the local scene. The single was released on 2 May. It was first recorded by his band Gerry and the Pacemakers and released in late 1964 in the UK and in 1965 in the United States. When we produced it with four artists, we did it as a tribute, which changed the whole meaning of why the song was being recorded. On the day in question, Pete’s show reflected the city’s good-humoured anticipation of Liverpool’s Cup semi-final and the chance of a Final against local rivals Everton. The single held the #1 spot in the UK chart for three weeks and the Irish chart for two weeks. SO FERRY CROSS THE MERSEY, 'CAUSE THIS LAND'S THE PLACE I … This song has been officially released in 1989. All pictures, videos & quoted texts remain the property of the respective copyright owner, and no implication of ownership by us is intended or should be inferred. Holly Johnson was in Germany at the time and recorded his vocals after the others had all finished. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Gerry was a mate from our early days in Liverpool. Waterman had to explain to Gerry that their recording technique was different from what he had in mind. So ferry cross the Mersey In the mid-1990s, a musical theatreproduction, also titled Ferry Cross the Mersey, related Gerry Marsde… Please note this site is strictly non-commercial. If you like what you are seeing, share it on social networks and let others know about The Paul McCartney Project. The song is from the film of the same name and was released on its soundtrack album. E D And here I'll stay.
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