Their 60s hits included: "I'll Never Find Another You", "A World of Our Own" , "The Carnival is Over" (which the Seekers sung at various closing ceremonies in Australia, including Expo '88 and the Paralympics), "Someday One Day", "Walk With Me", "Morningtown Ride", and "When Will The Good Apples Fall". Their tune "Georgy Girl" in particular served as the title song of the film of the same name. These songs have had significant airplay on 'oldies' radio stations over the years.
Bruce Woodley and The Rain, The Park and Other Things's "I Am Australian", which has been recorded by The Seekers, and by singer Judith Durham with Russell Hitchcock and Mandauway Yunupingu, has become an unofficial Australian anthem.
All My Trials
The Seekers Lyrics
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You know your mama was born to die
All my trials Lord soon be over
I've got a little book with pages three
And every page spells liberty
All my trials Lord soon be over
And the pilgrims call it the Tree of Life
All my trials Lord soon be over
River Jordan is muddy and cold
Well it chills the body but not the soul
All my trials Lord soon be over
If livin' was a thing that money could buy
Then the rich would live and the poor would die
All my trials Lord soon be over
Too late my brothers
Too late but never mind
All my trials Lord soon be over
All my trials Lord soon be over
The Seekers' song "All My Trials" is a sentimental and mournful melody that talks about death and the afterlife. The singer advises a child not to cry because the mother knows she was "born to die." However, the singer suggests that these "trials" will soon be over. In each verse, the singer talks about an aspect of life or death, which they believe is temporary. The second verse speaks of a little book filled with pages of "liberty," suggesting that true freedom can only be found in the afterlife. The following verse discusses a tree in "paradise" that represents eternal life. The River Jordan is the subject of the fourth verse, with its cold and muddy waters that can chill the body but not the soul. Finally, the singer reflects on how wealth cannot save anyone from death in the last verse.
Despite the somber subject matter, the song ends on a hopeful note. The singer remarks, "Too late, my brothers / Too late, but never mind / All my trials Lord soon be over / All my trials Lord soon be over." This final passage implies that death will come to all in good time, but there is no need to worry because soon it will all be over, and one can finally rest. Throughout the song, The Seekers' gentle and soothing harmonies serve to comfort and reassure the listener, making All My Trials a touching and poignant tune.
Line by Line Meaning
Hush little baby don't you cry
Be at peace, child, and do not worry
You know your mama was born to die
Death is inevitable for all, including your mother
All my trials Lord soon be over
My struggles and hardships will come to an end soon
I've got a little book with pages three
I possess a small book with only three pages
And every page spells liberty
Each page represents freedom
There grows a tree in paradise
In heaven, there is a tree that exists
And the pilgrims call it the Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is its name, given by devout travelers
River Jordan is muddy and cold
The river Jordan is cold and murky
Well it chills the body but not the soul
It may affect the physical body, but not the spirit
If livin' was a thing that money could buy
If life could be bought with wealth
Then the rich would live and the poor would die
The wealthy would thrive, while the poor would perish
Too late my brothers
It is too late, my comrades
Too late but never mind
Despite the time passed, it is not a concern
All my trials Lord soon be over
My struggles and hardships will come to an end soon
Contributed by Camden L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
misterdakman
great song and outstanding performance!
Brian Pope
I cannot believe this girls voice, it's hard to choose between Judith & Joan but this is a great version of this song.
Donna King
This is so beautiful. I would still love to hear the lads harmonies.
Stephanie Barr
Classic Judith Durham. Sweet as a bell and controlled like no one else. So much feeling it takes the breath away.
Atty Windgassen
I have always loved the version of Joan Beaz, and at the same time was always so annoyed by the nasal sound of her voice. This is a superb replacement for me ! Thank you so very much!
Atty Windgassen
@taddyd1 we'll have to agree to disagree on this one...
taddyd1
Shrill and not as intense or clear as Baez
Qwerty Pumpkin
what a beautiful voice, thankyou seekerarchive
Doug Mulley
Now THAT'S a voice!
taddyd1
Do they cover EVERY Baez track???