When I was a 9 year old kid, my folks drove to Florida to take me to Disney World. I remember this song playing during the 3 day journey and my mum and I singing along to it. I'm now 54 and just bought a house in Florida this past June, moved halfway down the coast and am still singing along to this. Cheers mum and dad...until we meet again soon. Thanks for all you did for me. Love you both.
I get it brother. Only a young 28 here haha. NY/NJ native, this is the first song I remember hearing in the car with my parents as a young child... maybe 2 years old? Lol. My sister moved to Florida 2 months ago, parents following her later this year. Life is truly a gift, so thankful I have the old days to look back on.
Me & my friend, David Frank, drove to Miami in his deep blue TR-6 in June, 75 to visit his Grandma. We hooked up with 2 girls & went picking shrooms in the N Miami cowfields. This song kept playin’ my head cuz I truly was with “Sister Golden Hair” with green eyes! Crazy times yet still a great song for my memories! 😎✌️🎶🎸🪕
Summer of '75, America, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Earth, Wind and Fire, Ohio Players, ELO; what a great time to grow up with music like this. All on AM Radio! KYA and KFRC!
This song never gets old. It just doesn't! I call my wife sister golden hair surprise every now and then. Yeah, now I'm 60 and she's 53 and there is more silver than gold in her hair, but I love her more now than ever. I got lucky!
My ex and I ran away to the mountains in Colorado, not everything was always good but when it was he played this song while we drove. I remember weaving in and out of the mountains. Whenever I play this song no matter how bad it was I will always think of you.
Oh my god. I've been looking for this song for sixteen years. My parents used to play this to help me sleep when I was a baby; it reminds me of them. ☺️❤️
My brother passed unexpectedly in 2016... Our relationship was rocky for some years, but thankfully we became close again in the months before his passing. He played me this early that year, and told me it was his song for me. ❤️ He really loved me- and I him. We both battled addictions and my sobriety/clean time is In honor of him and the daughters (my nieces) he left behind. Love you bud 😇
My brother and I were in a similar situation. We also had our demons and addictions. I was able to get sober, he never did. He passed in ‘22. We couldn’t stand to be in the same room together, but it wasn’t always that way. I miss that brother that I could also call friend. I’m happy you and your brother became close again
I am crying from your comment but that is sweet and beautiful he dedicated this song to you 😢 what a beautiful connection you has with your brother ❤️ God bless you and take care
America came to a performance at my high school in Los Angeles, and me and 2 other friends of mine were selected from the guitar class to perform this song with them. I remember the 3 of us standing there on stage with big grins on our faces as we strummed along. The gave us cables to plug in our guitars, but they were not connected to anything on the other ends 😆 Although I wasn't too struck with the song in the beginning, because of the experience of performing with the band and my friends, it now always brings up a warm feeling and a grin to my face. Thanks for the oppertunity America.
Damn I want to go back! See my parents when they were alive, see my old friends, ex wife, my old home town, the good vibes of that time. Just got home from the Army.
Been thinking of this song the past couple of weeks. Caught myself singing it to one of my dogs this morning and had to give it a listen. Don’t think I have heard this in at least 40 years. Well done, America!
Still listening on 12/20/2024 since 1975 and I’m 69 years old. I graduated High School on May 1975 and it still was being played on the radio 📻. America was a great group of the 70’s and I’ll still be listening 👂 to their music 🎼 while I’m still able to. The 70’s wouldn’t have been complete without America.
My sister always called me sister golden hair. She passed in 2020 and I play this and think of her!! She was my best friend and I miss her so badly 4 years later!!❤
I was in college. I had a friend who was a part-time DJ. He brought a tape of this and said, "This hasn't been released yet. The label is pushing it hard; I think it's going to be a hit." We listened and agreed- it would be a hit.
I ‘ve been following America since day one. I recall that I was in College when this beautiful song struck the airwaves. It brings me sweet memories. I wish I could return to the golden age of the 70’s
I play this song for my little 1 1/2 yr old girl, and I hold her while we dance around. I sing the song, but because her hair in the mornings is so messy change I the lyrics… “I tried brush it Sunday but I got so darn depressed I set my sights on Monday and I got a brand new brush…” I call it “sister crazy hair” and smiles and giggles as we dance 😊
Easily a melodic masterpiece that effortlessly captures the essence of longing and self-discovery. The lyrics evoke a longing for connection and a search for identity-a feeling all of us can relate to. The song's protagonist is in search of a love that feels genuine, authentic, and true-a love that will stand the test of time. To me, it's a quest for a connection that goes beyond the superficial, a desire to find that golden thread of understanding and kinship with another soul. As it plays on, it carries an irresistible blend of wistfulness and hopefulness. The gentle strumming of the acoustic guitar, the warm harmonies, and the infectious melody all come together to create a musical landscape that mirrors the emotions expressed in the lyrics. There's a certain vulnerability in the way the song is delivered, a vulnerability that resonates with me on a profound level. To me, "Sister Golden Hair" is a reminder of the universal longing we all share-to find someone who truly understands us, to feel a sense of belonging, and to discover our own place in the world. It speaks to the journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of authentic connections that define our lives. It captures the bittersweet nature of searching for love, knowing that it may come with its own challenges and uncertainties. Listening to "Sister Golden Hair" is like taking a step back in time, enveloped in a warm embrace of nostalgia. It reminds me of the complexities of human relationships, the joy of self-discovery, and the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies our quest for love and understanding. For me, "Sister Golden Hair" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks to the deepest corners of our hearts. It serves as a gentle reminder that the journey of finding ourselves and meaningful connections is an ongoing one. It's a song that continues to resonate with me, capturing the timeless essence of human emotions and reminding me of the beauty and complexities of life. Defintely worth being on my playlist! 🙂
Agreed! A great commentary on this wonderful & timeless tune. Loved this tune when it first came out, when I was in my teens. Then, one evening, I'm going about the house, doing mundane cleaning chores...and while listening to the local oldies station on my Grandmother's old tube AM radio, they play this tune. Hadn't heard in in years. Suddenly, I'm pulled back in time but with the Wisdom of age & experience. Wow. Memories of a love long past & also happy with who am with now. Great masterpiece tune.
I've never heard a better description of any song. Thank you for your insight and TRUE words. You are a gifted writer. This is an incredible song on so many levels. It is a gift. It astounds me that a group of young men can put all of this beauty into one short, radio friendly song.... truly amazing.
I just looked up this song after seeing a guitar teacher play the intro and asking what song was he playing. I recognized the music but did not know the title. I looked at the comments where everyone else knew. Great song and no wonder it was so popular at the time. I have to thank you for this extensive and emotional analysis of this song! Little did I know that looking up Sister Golden Hair would be a whole new experience in itself!
Every time I listen to this song it brings back memories of the road trips I went on as a kid with my parents. My mom made up a mixed CD of my dad’s favourite tunes and this was one of them.
Omg I kept having dreams about this song even though I was born in 81... It's a good song.dont need a life story attached to appreciate it. Thank you I'll be here all night.z
A long time ago a woman I was very deeply in love with just adored this song. It was our song. It was to be ours for ever until cancer took her from me. Rest in peace Eileen. Love you still sweetheart.
I’m 52 and have great memories of this song and my childhood, my dad taking my brothers and i down to the beach, on a really hot day , we were so young, my parents always played the music. Good beautiful times . Bittersweet
The only 3 trio of guys who were all lead singers of their band America. You will never see this again. All very very unique voices apart and harmonizing together that produced the band America !!
The soundtrack to your youth. Mine too. We'll always listen with affection and a little bit of wistfulness. Also great music which is hard to come by these days. We were lucky. I wish you all the best mate.
My Dad listened to this album as well. This is the first time I ran across it in many many years. I love it…it brings back so many memories. And I have to tell you a few tears fell while listening to it. ❤ you Dad.
America’s first single, “A Horse With No Name,” reached the #1 spot in 1972. In 1975, they scored another #1 with “Sister Golden Hair,” another enigmatic track full of harmony. It was penned and performed by Gerry Buckley, who says that it was based on a composite of different girls. The piece starts with this line : “Well, I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed” Beckley stated : “I’d like to point out that you can have a #1 record with a line that enters that darkly. That’s kind of my thing : I try to mix these emotions and I think ‘Sister’ was a great example. Pretty good message in there. JOHN LENNON famously said, ‘WE DON’T KNOW WHAT THESE SONGS ARE ABOUT TILL PEOPLE TELL US.’ So all our songs, including ‘Horse,’ are open to interpretation. But ‘Sister’ was a relationship song and there is a variety of elements. We always combine them as songwriters so that they’re not verbatim, word for word, for a particular circumstance. Poetic license we call it.” George Martin, the fifth Beatle, produced “Sister Golden Hair” and the rest of the “Hearts” album (1975). It was Martin’s 20th US #1 as a producer, and his first one away from The Beatles‼️ 💛🎵💛
Thank you for this insight. I found it very informative and interesting. I will show it to my daughter who was 6 when it came out and is one of her favorites. Thanks again! 😊❤
Very grateful to be born in an era where this music was always here waiting for me, and available at my fingertips. Hard to imagine I’m as old now, as this song was when I was born. I grew up listening to old rock and country. 25 years before my time, but this feels like my childhood.
Pure magic once those ghostly backing vocals come in and harmonize with everything on the verse. The vocal also feels like heartbreak, but it plays against a dance tempo, and somehow it totally works.
I heard this song last week at work and it hit me so many different ways idk if I can even explain it. I just know it’s hard living without my ol friend. He’s been gone 12 years and I think about you every damn day my friend. Ty for giving me hope when you did
A couple years ago I was listening to the local oldies station on my late Grandmother's 1950s vintage AM vacuum tube radio. Was amazed at the bass I heard thru the 4 inch speaker - on AM! Grew up with this tune in my teens & decades later fell in love with the tune again 😊
These guys met as military brats in England, I was a military brat in Germany at the time and I never realized they were big stars in the US as well. I thought they only made songs for the AFN stations in Europe
Waking up in a hangover haze in my buddies house that was old as dirt. Had radios playing all throughout the house and his people kept it on the oldies station. We’d have so much fun, listening to these old tracks and smoking cigs like “ old school kids “ 😂 man it’s crazy. To everyone starting high school, cherish those damn years man. Cause that’s when it’s really really good. I smile and also frown when I think of those days. That version of me wouldn’t have made it in adult life and everyone has to accept the fact that life happens. Hope everyone gets good memories from this song like I do
Saw them in 78 I think. Fave part of the song is when he says "hit it" - most of the time you'd expect a raucous guitar solo or some such-but the sad harmonica comes in- and it's just perfect
What this song does so well is, it expresses itself directly. These are feelings we can relate to, presented without needless elaboration. The lyrics successfully pull off the trick of sounding effortless even though that doesn't happen without some work.
I've been on a kick recently of bands in San Francisco because being born in the bay area, and being near San Francisco is a very adventurous feeling, having these guys and the background being the golden gate bridge, I totally romanticized myself being there, by the bridge one of the greatest wonders of the world, and it's near me!
You are fortunate. I've always loved the music from California but will never be able to see the sights and experience it. I am so happy to have these fantastic songs to love
Yes. That line.... I just can't live without you, can't you see it in my eyes.... Incredibly intense and vulnerable. The delivery is perfect and it touches me deeply
Well, I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times When a woman sure can be a friend of mine Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you Sister Golden Hair surprise And I just can't live without you Can't you see it in my eyes? I've been one poor correspondent And I've been too, too hard to find But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind Will you meet me in the middle? Will you meet me in the air? Will you love me just a little? Just enough to show you care? Well, I tried to fake it I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you Sister Golden Hair surprise And I just can't live without you Can't you see it in my eyes? Now I've been one poor correspondent And I've been too, too hard to find But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind Will you meet me in the middle? Will you meet me in the air? Will you love me just a little? Just enough to show you care? Well, I tried to fake it I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it
I fell In love with a girl when this song was a hit, I used to see her out and about and when I saw her out late at night in the bar we used to hang out at, I would play 5his song for her on the jukebox over and over. She had some other guy who was always around. I had another woman. But we had a deep connection nonetheless, One might, at her suggestion, we slept together and had a beautiful experience, but it never grew because we were with other people. She got married, had children, and a life in another world. I got married and had a son. We’re old now. But I still think about her every time I hear this song....and I listen to this song a lot. This one got away from me. This song connects me to that felling from that time and place. America was never the same after Dan Peek left.. But still, a great song by Gerry Beckley. What a great collaboration of musical talent.
When I was a 9 year old kid, my folks drove to Florida to take me to Disney World. I remember this song playing during the 3 day journey and my mum and I singing along to it. I'm now 54 and just bought a house in Florida this past June, moved halfway down the coast and am still singing along to this. Cheers mum and dad...until we meet again soon. Thanks for all you did for me. Love you both.
Your parents sounded awesome
I get it brother. Only a young 28 here haha. NY/NJ native, this is the first song I remember hearing in the car with my parents as a young child... maybe 2 years old? Lol. My sister moved to Florida 2 months ago, parents following her later this year. Life is truly a gift, so thankful I have the old days to look back on.
Nice.🫠
Me & my friend, David Frank, drove to Miami in his deep blue TR-6 in June, 75 to visit his Grandma. We hooked up with 2 girls & went picking shrooms in the N Miami cowfields. This song kept playin’ my head cuz I truly was with “Sister Golden Hair” with green eyes! Crazy times yet still a great song for my memories! 😎✌️🎶🎸🪕
@@robdog0606😢 bring back memories
Summer of '75, America, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Earth, Wind and Fire, Ohio Players, ELO; what a great time to grow up with music like this. All on AM Radio! KYA and KFRC!
iNCREDIBLE music.I had just turned 19. I'm stilll trying to play it. 50 years?
Ah, yes! KYA and KFRC. Wasn't much goin' on in the City I didn't find out first through them. Grew up less than half a mile from the KYA tower.
Amen!
And Wings too
KEZY - Orange County Rock radio
This song never gets old. It just doesn't! I call my wife sister golden hair surprise every now and then. Yeah, now I'm 60 and she's 53 and there is more silver than gold in her hair, but I love her more now than ever. I got lucky!
I hear ya, they are both on my Playlist everyday. Peace bro
@jamesallen-xk8bc Bless you and your lovely wife! You have true love -the best thing life has to offer! ✌🏼💖
She’s the lucky one ❤️
I enjoy reading a story about your life. You are definitely living a good life.
No sir, you are the prize!
My ex and I ran away to the mountains in Colorado, not everything was always good but when it was he played this song while we drove. I remember weaving in and out of the mountains. Whenever I play this song no matter how bad it was I will always think of you.
Ran away to the mountains in Colorado , that sounds so good , I live in England, we only ran away from the rain so boring
@@robertmehr6650that’s one thing I love about America, just going over a few states feels like you’re in a whole new country in a way
As a truck.
Driver love this song
I always listen to a playlist of America on long road trips, especially going out West from Ohio. Best traveling music!
Oh my god. I've been looking for this song for sixteen years. My parents used to play this to help me sleep when I was a baby; it reminds me of them. ☺️❤️
Me 2
Aawhhh Super Sweet !!!!
Very sweet. Reminds me of my childhood. Born in 79
Smh. Obviously, you didn't know how to use the internet then, did you? Ffs.
Glad you came round and found it again
Anyone still listening in November & December 2024
Sure am mate!!! Timeless classic!!
And learning on my guitar too😊
Right Here.. Amazing Band!
Always
I listen every day
I'm 64 years old and I still love this song. Great memories
66 here 👌
63 and I hear ya!
My brother passed unexpectedly in 2016... Our relationship was rocky for some years, but thankfully we became close again in the months before his passing. He played me this early that year, and told me it was his song for me. ❤️ He really loved me- and I him. We both battled addictions and my sobriety/clean time is In honor of him and the daughters (my nieces) he left behind. Love you bud 😇
Great job, ma'am! I've battled the same demons.
My brother and I were in a similar situation. We also had our demons and addictions. I was able to get sober, he never did. He passed in ‘22. We couldn’t stand to be in the same room together, but it wasn’t always that way. I miss that brother that I could also call friend. I’m happy you and your brother became close again
I am crying from your comment but that is sweet and beautiful he dedicated this song to you 😢 what a beautiful connection you has with your brother ❤️ God bless you and take care
That's awesome ..you both always loved each other ...❤❤
Haven't hung out with my brother In. 40 years,I think he starting to miss me haha,I think I love him way more than he does me! That's alright 😢
America came to a performance at my high school in Los Angeles, and me and 2 other friends of mine were selected from the guitar class to perform this song with them. I remember the 3 of us standing there on stage with big grins on our faces as we strummed along. The gave us cables to plug in our guitars, but they were not connected to anything on the other ends 😆 Although I wasn't too struck with the song in the beginning, because of the experience of performing with the band and my friends, it now always brings up a warm feeling and a grin to my face. Thanks for the oppertunity America.
Great story man love from Ireland ❤
"but they were not connected to anything on the other ends" 🤣😅😆😁
😮
Which high school
I’m 68 and this song came out in 75’ . Great song and wonderful memories . These youngins have not a clue .
Hey I’m 13 and I have pretty good taste
You would be surprised. Us millennials are keeping the jive alive and passing it to our children
@@mamadevinealhis whole thing relies on kids not having a clue. He's a douche
yes!!!
Yup. I’m 61 and holding
I remember my dad playing the drums on this song. I’d get off the bus and you can hear it from his lil shed in the backyard. Miss you dad
Damn I want to go back! See my parents when they were alive, see my old friends, ex wife, my old home town, the good vibes of that time. Just got home from the Army.
Thank you for your service!
It was a different era, for sure...
Its 2024 and it still playing!!😊
What a masterpice!!❤
😢❤❤I am in 55...
55 and still alive🎉
Absolutely I agree masterpiece
Me
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This song takes me to my youth in the 70’s …it remains in my library permanently
Me toooo
Just saw them in March. AMERICA has toured every year for 50 years. Awesome show!
luckyyy!
I saw them back in the early 2000's. All i remember is the lead singers son played tambourine for Horse.... pretty great show overall 💯
Wow!! Amazing, ty I need to bring my teenage daughter
My 18 year old son loves America ❤
Talent on display. Nothing today compares to this
There's good music today too. just have to know where to look.
The good old days when you just loved the music…. No glitz just talent
Tay tay is a no no for me. Down with post modern music!
Been thinking of this song the past couple of weeks. Caught myself singing it to one of my dogs this morning and had to give it a listen. Don’t think I have heard this in at least 40 years. Well done, America!
i am 38 and it is one of my favs
Still listening on 12/20/2024 since 1975 and I’m 69 years old. I graduated High School on May 1975 and it still was being played on the radio 📻. America was a great group of the 70’s and I’ll still be listening 👂 to their music 🎼 while I’m still able to. The 70’s wouldn’t have been complete without America.
You are 11 years ahead of me, but I agree!
48 years ago, my first love, David, said he thought of me whenever he heard this song. I’ve never forgotten that.
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The seventies..the cars..the music ...the lights..the nights..wow!
I was a little girl in the seventies but I remember the cars, the fashions, and music. It was great
My sister always called me sister golden hair. She passed in 2020 and I play this and think of her!! She was my best friend and I miss her so badly 4 years later!!❤
Mine passed in 2022 😢
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Mine just passed. We sang all these old songs together💔 sending 💕
@@christmas10023😢♥️
Though it's been a long time, my condolences.
Thank George Harrison for introducing that slide guitar that was in so many 70’s songs. Love it!
I heard the writer say in an interview with the Professor of Rock on his RUclips channel, say that slide was a tribute to George and "My Sweet Lord".
@@techalmo George Martin produced this.
I swear the first time I heard this song I thought it was by George Harrison
Yessss.
I was in college. I had a friend who was a part-time DJ. He brought a tape of this and said, "This hasn't been released yet. The label is pushing it hard; I think it's going to be a hit." We listened and agreed- it would be a hit.
This brings back the BEST memories....They just don't make music like they used to. Thanks for the memories!
Don't know about y'all... but America's songs just overwhelm me and hits me in the gut with sentiment. Enough to put you over the edge
Totally understand
completely agree. this one hits me hard for reasons hard to place.
I totally agree
I ‘ve been following America since day one. I recall that I was in College when this beautiful song struck the airwaves.
It brings me sweet memories. I wish I could return to the golden age of the 70’s
Instead of being in the golden age of your 70s?
Oh what I would give to go back to better times))
I do as well Rigo and I was in college as well. America reminds me of Bread a bit.
@@mcsuckalives2302 The truth hurts. 3 1/2 years more and counting.
@@staceyy5595 Yeah, me too Stacy and if not asking too much just know a little of what I know now.
Here again 🫂
Beautiful song
Me too. This song haunts me and I'm always returning to it. It's an old friend who understands. What an amazing song!
❤ The older music is so much better than half the _ _ _ it that plays today and I’m 62 I miss the good times ❤
Missing someone so much, that communicates 🎶❤️🩹👩🏼❤️💋👨🏻
It's been 50 years .. still sounds great.. they can't sing like this anymore.
One of the greatest songs ever written.
I play this song for my little 1 1/2 yr old girl, and I hold her while we dance around. I sing the song, but because her hair in the mornings is so messy change I the lyrics…
“I tried brush it Sunday but I got so darn depressed I set my sights on Monday and I got a brand new brush…”
I call it “sister crazy hair” and smiles and giggles as we dance 😊
One of those songs that's the best cruising through the countryside on a sunny day that puts a smile on your face.
Driving through PA in New Hope in Fall listening to songs of 70s!!!!!
I'm such an old soul. I've been listening to this since I was at least 5.......I'm only 33 now. This song take me to a place I wish I could be again.
RIP Bobby Bacala Sr.
🦆🤌 Hey Bobby!!!
Still it’s not a bad song to go out with
Guy was like the Terminator
@@SiegeBallistawas it the accident or the cancer
I can't hear this song without hearing him coughing in the background.
Easily a melodic masterpiece that effortlessly captures the essence of longing and self-discovery. The lyrics evoke a longing for connection and a search for identity-a feeling all of us can relate to. The song's protagonist is in search of a love that feels genuine, authentic, and true-a love that will stand the test of time. To me, it's a quest for a connection that goes beyond the superficial, a desire to find that golden thread of understanding and kinship with another soul.
As it plays on, it carries an irresistible blend of wistfulness and hopefulness. The gentle strumming of the acoustic guitar, the warm harmonies, and the infectious melody all come together to create a musical landscape that mirrors the emotions expressed in the lyrics. There's a certain vulnerability in the way the song is delivered, a vulnerability that resonates with me on a profound level.
To me, "Sister Golden Hair" is a reminder of the universal longing we all share-to find someone who truly understands us, to feel a sense of belonging, and to discover our own place in the world. It speaks to the journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of authentic connections that define our lives. It captures the bittersweet nature of searching for love, knowing that it may come with its own challenges and uncertainties.
Listening to "Sister Golden Hair" is like taking a step back in time, enveloped in a warm embrace of nostalgia. It reminds me of the complexities of human relationships, the joy of self-discovery, and the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies our quest for love and understanding.
For me, "Sister Golden Hair" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks to the deepest corners of our hearts. It serves as a gentle reminder that the journey of finding ourselves and meaningful connections is an ongoing one. It's a song that continues to resonate with me, capturing the timeless essence of human emotions and reminding me of the beauty and complexities of life.
Defintely worth being on my playlist! 🙂
Very eloquent, was a great read
Agreed! A great commentary on this wonderful & timeless tune. Loved this tune when it first came out, when I was in my teens. Then, one evening, I'm going about the house, doing mundane cleaning chores...and while listening to the local oldies station on my Grandmother's old tube AM radio, they play this tune. Hadn't heard in in years. Suddenly, I'm pulled back in time but with the Wisdom of age & experience. Wow.
Memories of a love long past & also happy with who am with now. Great masterpiece tune.
What an intriguing essay. The beauty of your words matches the beauty of the harmonies and the melody of this song.
I've never heard a better description of any song. Thank you for your insight and TRUE words. You are a gifted writer.
This is an incredible song on so many levels. It is a gift. It astounds me that a group of young men can put all of this beauty into one short, radio friendly song.... truly amazing.
I just looked up this song after seeing a guitar teacher play the intro and asking what song was he playing. I recognized the music but did not know the title. I looked at the comments where everyone else knew. Great song and no wonder it was so popular at the time. I have to thank you for this extensive and emotional analysis of this song! Little did I know that looking up Sister Golden Hair would be a whole new experience in itself!
Every time I listen to this song it brings back memories of the road trips I went on as a kid with my parents. My mom made up a mixed CD of my dad’s favourite tunes and this was one of them.
Yes yes!!!
Same! Specifically, my parents taking me to Disney World when I was 9. 3 days on the road and now at 54, I just moved to Florida.
Where did all the great music go? It sucks so bad these days. What a great song to fall back on.
Still Listening 11-2024❤❤
As a weekend musician, I have very fond memories of playing this and other songs by America. Always a crowd pleaser!
Listening since the 70's ! This song is still awesome. I remember how happy I felt and you know what still makes me happy ❤.
Great song from a band that i think may be a little bit underrated.
Way under rated
"The Best of The Eagles" is a short list of America songs.
Great band!
For real. Musically, instrumentally, they are more advanced than many of their contemporaries. So many details in their songs. Definitely underrated.
They have never been to Americas before they composed these gems
Omg I kept having dreams about this song even though I was born in 81... It's a good song.dont need a life story attached to appreciate it. Thank you I'll be here all night.z
This is one of the songs that makes me feel good and reminds me of how free and fun the 70's were.
A long time ago a woman I was very deeply in love with just adored this song. It was our song. It was to be ours for ever until cancer took her from me. Rest in peace Eileen. Love you still sweetheart.
I’m sorry for your loss ❤
😢
I’m 52 and have great memories of this song and my childhood, my dad taking my brothers and i down to the beach, on a really hot day , we were so young, my parents always played the music. Good beautiful times . Bittersweet
Beautiful song ! This is real music !
When performers created their own magic.
Well said 💖
Amen 🙏 🎸🎶
I just love it when that guitar comes in!! Such a laid back nice song!
The only 3 trio of guys who were all lead singers of their band America. You will never see this again. All very very unique voices apart and harmonizing together that produced the band America !!
What about The Police you fucking dick? They were a Trio too! They ALL sang together on all their LPs too! Check yourself, fool!
The Bee Gees can claim the same
Kingston Trio
CSN
The Eagles .....all 5
Only us kids from the 70's and older will understand and love this song! I'm now 54
Born in 2000. I love this song. Although according to my mother, I'm a 70's kid with an old soul.
It's a good song of times gone by I was 10 yrs old in 75
43 year old here. My 69 year old mom made sure I was raised on 70s rock.
@@ladylolth3057i’m 2007 😮
One of the most underrated songs of our time
RHINO is Pure Magic. thank you for existing.
You will forever miss the songs and the times. 72 now and 23 when this song was new.
The soundtrack to your youth. Mine too. We'll always listen with affection and a little bit of wistfulness. Also great music which is hard to come by these days. We were lucky. I wish you all the best mate.
This song makes me happy and sad. So many memories of my first true love. I will never forget.
This is the first time I heard this song, and those first few lines hit me like a jackhammer.
I will bet you have come back to it by now. This song is like an old friend who understands
My Dad listened to this album as well. This is the first time I ran across it in many many years. I love it…it brings back so many memories. And I have to tell you a few tears fell while listening to it. ❤ you Dad.
America’s first single, “A Horse With No Name,” reached the #1 spot in 1972. In 1975, they scored another #1 with “Sister Golden Hair,” another enigmatic track full of harmony. It was penned and performed by Gerry Buckley, who says that it was based on a composite of different girls.
The piece starts with this line :
“Well, I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed”
Beckley stated : “I’d like to point out that you can have a #1 record with a line that enters that darkly. That’s kind of my thing : I try to mix these emotions and I think ‘Sister’ was a great example. Pretty good message in there. JOHN LENNON famously said, ‘WE DON’T KNOW WHAT THESE SONGS ARE ABOUT TILL PEOPLE TELL US.’ So all our songs, including ‘Horse,’ are open to interpretation. But ‘Sister’ was a relationship song and there is a variety of elements. We always combine them as songwriters so that they’re not verbatim, word for word, for a particular circumstance. Poetic license we call it.”
George Martin, the fifth Beatle, produced “Sister Golden Hair” and the rest of the “Hearts” album (1975). It was Martin’s 20th US #1 as a producer, and his first one away from The Beatles‼️ 💛🎵💛
Beautiful. I love hearing folks interpretations of songs 🙏🙏
Thank you for this insight. I found it very informative and interesting. I will show it to my daughter who was 6 when it came out and is one of her favorites. Thanks again! 😊❤
I had no Idea that America sang a horse with no name. Always thought that was Neil Young
Very grateful to be born in an era where this music was always here waiting for me, and available at my fingertips. Hard to imagine I’m as old now, as this song was when I was born. I grew up listening to old rock and country. 25 years before my time, but this feels like my childhood.
I loved this song the first time I heard it as a kid, and I still do. Thanks, dad, for raising me on this type of music.
Driving, windows down, Sunshine, feeling alright man
My daughter shared this with me. I'm a fan now, cause this Rocks and I love it plus the singer is hot,and the band has it all together!
Some songs capture a feeling better than you can ever describe, and this is one of those songs.
Pure magic once those ghostly backing vocals come in and harmonize with everything on the verse.
The vocal also feels like heartbreak, but it plays against a dance tempo, and somehow it totally works.
I was a teenager listening to this song. Brings back some great memories….
I heard this song last week at work and it hit me so many different ways idk if I can even explain it. I just know it’s hard living without my ol friend. He’s been gone 12 years and I think about you every damn day my friend. Ty for giving me hope when you did
why was the music so sweet back then we've all been saying about the 80s and 90s but the 70s were just as good,
Who and how many listening to this classic song in April 2024
I play it and my mom raises the volume 🫶🏼
A couple years ago I was listening to the local oldies station on my late Grandmother's 1950s vintage AM vacuum tube radio. Was amazed at the bass I heard thru the 4 inch speaker - on AM! Grew up with this tune in my teens & decades later fell in love with the tune again 😊
This year and every year.
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been listening to it for 30 years and not about to stop anytime soon. always one my favorites!
I'm living in Ireland and have just discovered this song and I love it ❤
This brings back memories from yesteryears I love this kind of music
I could never forget this song nor the group America.
Had a real effect on my senses... brilliant song, band and lyric.
This band changed my life
Guess what? I'm from Brazil, man, and a friend of mine from Canada introduced me to it a couple of years ago. Amazing band for sure, buddy! Peace!✌
Great memories. I always use to listen to this song but never knew who sang it.
God bless america 🇺🇸 for rock n roll love england 🏴 ❤
These guys met as military brats in England, I was a military brat in Germany at the time and I never realized they were big stars in the US as well. I thought they only made songs for the AFN stations in Europe
I looked at the history of this song. I understand where he was. A good guy doing his best.
Waking up in a hangover haze in my buddies house that was old as dirt. Had radios playing all throughout the house and his people kept it on the oldies station. We’d have so much fun, listening to these old tracks and smoking cigs like “ old school kids “ 😂 man it’s crazy. To everyone starting high school, cherish those damn years man. Cause that’s when it’s really really good. I smile and also frown when I think of those days. That version of me wouldn’t have made it in adult life and everyone has to accept the fact that life happens. Hope everyone gets good memories from this song like I do
It feels as if I am back in 1975. One of my all-time favorites in history. Thanks for the memories, America. R. I. P., Dan.
Yes, indeed, keep singing, dancing, partying, and having grand old time.
Saw them in 78 I think. Fave part of the song is when he says "hit it" - most of the time you'd expect a raucous guitar solo or some such-but the sad harmonica comes in- and it's just perfect
Love love love this song, makes me smile and think of better times
I was 5yrs old in 1975 such great memories as little girl with this song playing. So blessed. ❤
I WAS a sister golden hair teenage girl when this came out and played it over and over and over❤
What this song does so well is, it expresses itself directly. These are feelings we can relate to, presented without needless elaboration. The lyrics successfully pull off the trick of sounding effortless even though that doesn't happen without some work.
I've been on a kick recently of bands in San Francisco because being born in the bay area, and being near San Francisco is a very adventurous feeling, having these guys and the background being the golden gate bridge, I totally romanticized myself being there, by the bridge one of the greatest wonders of the world, and it's near me!
You are fortunate. I've always loved the music from California but will never be able to see the sights and experience it. I am so happy to have these fantastic songs to love
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Another great song from the 70s reminds me of being out at the lake camping and fishing with my family, those were the days
RECUERDO HABERLOS ESCUCHADO EN MI CHIQUITITUD, ¡GRAN BANDA!¡GRACIAS RHINO!
😂❤ and I am still a flower child at 70.
''If it's not Rock and Roll its poison to your soul!''. Rock and roll forever!
Times when we were happy and didn't know it ❤
16 in 1976 these guys had some great songs, always on the radio back then, such uplifting harmonies and melodies.
One of the best !!!😊
Listening in the 70's and still love them in 2024!!
Great summer time memories ❤
Some songs never get old, and this is one of them.
No World
Without You
Sister Golden Hair ... 😇 💔 😢
Can't You See It In My Eyes!?
🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
I dont remember the first time I've ever heard them. But they are ingrained in me
shopping at K-Mart in the 70s?
Just can't live without you...
Yes. That line.... I just can't live without you, can't you see it in my eyes.... Incredibly intense and vulnerable. The delivery is perfect and it touches me deeply
Well, I tried to make it Sunday, but I got so damn depressed
That I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed
I ain't ready for the altar but I do agree there's times
When a woman sure can be a friend of mine
Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you
Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you
Can't you see it in my eyes?
I've been one poor correspondent
And I've been too, too hard to find
But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind
Will you meet me in the middle?
Will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little?
Just enough to show you care?
Well, I tried to fake it
I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it
Well, I keep on thinkin' 'bout you
Sister Golden Hair surprise
And I just can't live without you
Can't you see it in my eyes?
Now I've been one poor correspondent
And I've been too, too hard to find
But it doesn't mean you ain't been on my mind
Will you meet me in the middle?
Will you meet me in the air?
Will you love me just a little?
Just enough to show you care?
Well, I tried to fake it
I don't mind sayin', I just can't make it
Great lyrics. They don't write songs like this anymore. At least, very few.
@@Treebard That isnt very true, I know many great lyricists, they arent as popular as the famous ones but they certainly exist in great numbers
Gracias por la letra....pude hacer karaoke mientras escuchaba el tema😊❤🎉
Sums me up perfectly.
I’m not ready for the altar but there sure are times when a woman could be a friend of mine.
My favorite song by them and one of my favorite songs of all time 💞💞 so many great memories with this song :)
I fell In love with a girl when this song was a hit, I used to see her out and about and when I saw her out late at night in the bar we used to hang out at, I would play 5his song for her on the jukebox over and over. She had some other guy who was always around. I had another woman. But we had a deep connection nonetheless, One might, at her suggestion, we slept together and had a beautiful experience, but it never grew because we were with other people. She got married, had children, and a life in another world. I got married and had a son. We’re old now. But I still think about her every time I hear this song....and I listen to this song a lot. This one got away from me. This song connects me to that felling from that time and place. America was never the same after Dan Peek left.. But still, a great song by Gerry Beckley. What a great collaboration of musical talent.
I used to hear this song on the radio as a kid. Now at 27 i used Google search to find it since it played on the radio the other day.❤ Still love it.
I was a year old when this song was popular but l love their songs and just bought their greatest hits cd🏆🍀
Buy the vinyl.