I am a camera operator and my shot was the cross 2 shot pushing into Willie. It was amazing. I will never forget that particular CMA Awards show. Thank you for doing this!
I asked this question in the main thread, but I guess maybe I should have asked it here, since you were there: Was she originally supposed to be part of the performance, or did she go out there because Willie seemed to be in such distress?
@martinhenderson923 It was planned for her to come in after the second verse. I can't remember how rehearsals went though. We all felt for Willie though.
@@MrBlueskyguy Thanks for the response. I know country loves those walk-ons. I remember back when I was a much younger man and followed country more closely (my wife's not a fan) and George Jones walked on to a Barbara Mandrell song -- I think it was "I was country when country wasn't cool." But this moment with Willie is one that I've never seen nor heard about, and it was touching, to be sure. And I appreciate Palmisano for his treatment of it. This was a really enlightening 10 minutes of my life. Thanks for your response, and I'm glad you were able to be a part of it and that you appreciate it.
My mom passed in 2015. She had cancer and dementia, she didn’t recognize her own kids… Near the end we were all with her in her home and flipping down the dial (she loved TV/ music) her favorite singer of all time, Willie Nelson… We came upon a WN concert. For the next 45mins she came out of her fog. Singing along remembering her kids names smiling, lucid, and happy. Once the concert ended, she slipped back into the fog… I’ll always love Willie just for this one hour of happiness back in 2015… The pain, confusion, and fear swept away as Willie sang about being on the road again. Thank you for sharing this and awakening a warm memory in my mind. Music the balm that soothes all ills. Amen 🙏🏻
I was just telling my friends today that one month before my mom died (Alzheimer’s and brain tumor) she sang her and my father’s song - Moon River. When she was finished she gave a heartache type of look downward. She remembered him. He had died 40 years prior to her. It’s the best video and memory of her musical gifts. If you haven’t watched it, look for the Glen Campbell documentary of his journey with Alzheimer’s and songs
This had me in tears, brought back a memory of my grandpa. Had been completely non-responsive for days. A distant cousin came and sang a few old songs he loved. Out of nowhere he woke up and sang along to his favorite old church song. Once the song was over he just went back to sleep with a smile on his face. He died later that evening. Thanks for sharing your story. It triggered that memory of my grandpa, from what feels like a whole lifetime ago.
This wasn’t the most technical reaction, I didn’t learn how to be a better guitar player or gain some deeper understanding of the theory behind the tune, but I did learn how to be a better performer, how to appreciate the subtleties of both of their performances, and I cried a little bit. This is my favorite thing that you’ve ever done. Thank you.
This clip is a masterclass in expert professional performance. There's an axiom of theatrical improvisation that whatever your partner says you respond, "Yes, and..." That's all through this.
Its been replaced with synthetic empathy. Synthetic sympathy. People are now using that which was pure back in the day, as fake and mainstream. We are done as a society. Only few good untainted people left in western society.
I can't deny it - I cried. It goes without saying that I love Willie Nelson. Anyone who disagrees is wrong! Kacey Musgraves has a voice that melts my heart. Her song "Follow your arrow" literally changed my life. If baffles me why some people don't like country music. It's raw, real and comes straight from the heart. Michael, you're an inspiration - and a bloody nice bloke!
I got to cook for Willie Nelson one time. I cooked for alot of stars, it was just part of the job, but cooking for Willie was one of the times that I was really proud of and grateful for the opportunity to do. To share my work with someone who has shared their work with me.
It hurts to see Willie like this but there's such beautiful interaction here between them. So much respect and kindness. I'm not a country music fan so I'd never have seen this without you making this video, Michael, so thank you. "It'll all be alright" made me shed a tear. Edit: I wrote this before getting to the end of the video. Watching you try to hold it together while your kids were trying to get in was hilarious. One of the many reasons I love your channel. Honest and real.
Vince Gill singing Go Rest High on That Mountain at George Jones funeral. Saw it the other day and was completely shattered. I’m sure you’ve seen it, but it’s 100% worth another watch.
Wow - nice lesson here today in seeing what many people often miss - not only the epitome of respect...but of humanity , true compassion and human empathy. Showing this today also speaks really well of you , Michael , you're a good hearted man. As an older man myself , I don't mind admitting I actually got a little emotional on this one. Thanks for taking the time to notice and put this one together the way you did - you did really good !!😊❤
I got to admit, this made me cry, and I’m a tough son of a B…the respect and care that was shown between artists, not the tearing apart …is what this world needs, if every You Tuber could put one vid out a week like this one, showing our humanity, the world would be a better place for it. Thank you for being real.
There's always Patty Loveless helping Vince Gill sing Go Rest High on that Mountain during the George Jones funeral when Vince got too choked up to sing. It will bring tears to your eyes.
I burst into tears seeing Willie struggle with his song! He is a beautiful legend in country music and him struggling broke my heart! And the lady singing with him is an angel indeed!
Made me tear up... I don't watch TV and so glad you shared that moment. Always love KC Musgraves, for sure! She is the real deal. And Willie will always be Willie - until he isn't anymore. I'm just here for the music, Hugs.
The kids in the background pounding at the door makes this all the more human and relatable. I love the things you show us, Michael. I never would’ve seen this performance or the subtleties if you hadn’t made a video. Beautiful.
When she puts her arm around him and sings “It’ll all be alright” - that hit harder than a Pixar movie. As musicians the connection we can have on stage is really special and unique. But this is an entirely other level. Beautiful moment, and I loved hearing your commentary on it. Thanks for sharing.
Willie hasn’t been like this always since then. He must have been temporarily sick here, because I’ve seen him twice after this, and he was strong as hell, singing and playing.
I love to see a legendary artist get his flowers while still around. As roadworn as that red-headed stranger is, I can unsympathetically say that their voices sounded *beautiful* together.
Michael, you are an amazing guy who has struggled to carve out a very needed and special place in the music world. No one conveys their enthusiasm and love of music in such a genuine and instructive way. Aside from being an impressive musician and teacher you are introducing your public to some very emotionally moving artists and shows. Your belief in putting family first is admirable. I wish you only the best. Keep on keepin’ on.
Yeah, I’m not cryin’ 😢. Allergies. My superhero dad is getting to this age so it hits close to home. Thank you for honoring this kindness and compassion. It’s in such short supply these days. 🙏🙏🙏
I remember watching the 2014 CMA awards show when Kacey did a duet with the queen of country Loretta Lynn. You could see the respect & admiration Kacey had for Loretta and it was a kind of passing of the torch moment. This performance once again shows her respect & admiration for the legends of country music that paved the way for a new generation to follow. I met Kacey in 2014 when she was touring for her "Same Trailer Different Park" album. She was very humble , friendly & down to earth.
Michael, I consider this one of your best and most important videos, bar none. Being as I've listened to Willie for 60 years, even years before he had his iconic ponytail and when he had a near crew-cut 'hairstyle', this performance brought me to tears for a 2nd time (original 2019 performance, and then now). It's so hard to watch a legend who could literally play in his sleep (or under a near .40 blood alcohol content), now aged to where he can't even remember a song's lyrics and struggles so hard to perform (yet he did it!, all thanks to Kacey Musgraves). You're a very special person to recognize the depth of this and to highlight it with this video. Thank you!
The last “It will all be alright” was completely emblematic about what we just watched on stage. And her voice made that line sound as beautiful to my ears as the performance did to my eyes.
I saw Willie and George Straight live at Willie's birthday bash last year. I cried the entire show because you could tell he was struggling. I love him so much. He's been a part of my life since I was a little girl and I'm gonna miss him when he's gone, but he will forever live on in our hearts.
What a beautiful human Kacey is ! She shows what a wonderful person she is , helping Willie out it's the best thing I have seen for a long time thank you
For you to cover the humanity that is shown here by all involved, Casey, the audience, etc gives hope to all of us in these darker days that we can be kind. That my friend was the best one you've done yet. Well done❤️
My first thought was why would they let him on stage. At this stage in his life it can't do his legacy any good. Immediately thereafter I thought thank God they did. We were blessed to see this. Thanks MP! This is why I follow MP. I started playing the mandolin in 2020 at 57 years old. The things I learn from MP about music and stage presence I just can't get anywhere else.
Isn't human compassion and empathy, just the most beautiful thing? I wish for our world, and all of our sakes, that we would see and experience this so much more often. So touching and beautiful.
I can't tell you the amount of respect I have for Willie getting up and doing this. He's a legend. He used to own the stage. Now, he has to rely on the helpful hand of a young woman to guide him. It isn't like he didn't know what would happen. He did it to show respect to the audience. There are so many lessons to be learned here.
People may not all like or appreciate country music, but it's the one industry in the arts where there seems to be more humility and respect for other human beings!!!!
I think you misunderstood something, he may have been struggling to sing and remember the lines, but his timing was impeccable. That's his style of timing. He developed it in the latter half of his career
Yeah, that got me... Stardust came out in '78, and 7 short years later in '85, thanks to my parents, in kindergarten I would walk home every day from the bustop, humming (and litterally walking on) the Sunny Side of the Street. Good memory I can visualize til this day. ❤
He is 90 now, so he must have been 85 then. What a special memory for all those lucky enough to be in that audience. Loved seeing Thomas Rhett& the Lady A gang with tears. They know they are witnessing a legend. Casey did a beautiful job & her grace was lovely to see.
Willie Nelson will always be one of my favorite singer/songwriters and the fact he's stuck with one single guitar the entirety of his career shows how much he treasures what's in his life. You can also see that in the people around him - he is loyal to friends and family. I'm not much for the newer artists, coming from an entirely different generation than them, but I can tell you this is special. There's a comment below saying this isn't one of your most technical reviews. Nobody has learned to become a better guitar player. But I think we all have learned there is something special about being kind and considerate, and this review has taught us a little piece of that. Thank you Michael!!
I don't like country music in general but I really loved this and it made me cry like four times, you are awesome and please keep doing everything that you do
Man…there’s nothing I can say really..tears are flowing watching this. I remember when my dad got to this point in his life. We all did like she did..gently guided Dad through all situations out of honor and respect. Awesome job as always Michael.
Welp didn’t know I would be crying but here I am. Miss all of my country heroes and damn out hurts to see Willy struggling but so damn Happy he is still with us
Hi Michael.....First my dear friend when we all lose people we care about Stairway to Heaven just touches our souls. I hear so many people relate to Eric Clapton. Thank you Michael for your share. I honestly from my soul to yours am so sorry you lost a friend. No matter who we lose 8n a minute of our time, these people stay with us in spirit. Value of our human brothers and sisters is recognized by us both. Bless you Michael. May the energy and love of our God within you forever. Amen my friend. Amen...Carolyn and Colin from Canada
12:00 - Bro. Vince Gill & Patty Loveless, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” at George Jones’s farewell at the Opry. Ten years ago I think, on YT. Patty gave him so much space and support. One of my all time favorites of both of their performances.
Michael, Thank you for highlighting this beautiful moment between two outstanding performers at different seasons of their careers. This is what the human experience is all about when it is at its best...💙
The beautiful moment between Joni Mitchell and Brandi Carlile at the Newport music festival in 2022 when they sing “both sides now” will forever be my version of this moment. The folk/Americana moment ❤️
Mike, this is one of the most touching videos I've ever seen. Thanks so much for your love of music and of us. Country music gets a bum rap (I was teased by a best friend yesterday for listening to the "garbage" as he called it), so it's nice to see it get some love and respect. You are amazing and awesome. God bless you and your family, bro!
Wow man this hit deep. Willie we love you brother and may all the loved ones you’ve lost be waiting for you on the day god calls you. A true legend and what a beautiful person.
That is simply wonderful. Two great artists, decades and life experiences apart. Kacey sounds like an angel, and Willie's vulnerability is heart-breaking. Great idea to draw attention to this amazing moment, Michael.
Geeze that made me bawl like a baby. Just got back from visiting my 76 yr old dad whom I haven’t seen in 3 yrs and who is deteriorating fast. That one got me hard in the feels.
Really like this video. I’d also like to compliment you in general. I love that you love all genres of music and that I’ve never really heard you say anything negative about any musicians. It’s nice to have a positive voice in music that’s not an elitist.
The idea of a true epitome of country is captured in the fog of nostalgia for a time and rural existence that's changed. I'd rather listen to Willie or Waylon or George Jones. They were the lodestones of my rural upbringing but that was generations ago and the rural populace has an access to things wider than terrestrial radio and the inborn folkish catalog of their parents, siblings and peers. Country music for better or worse has changed because the audience and the inhabitants of the country have changed.
Beautiful breakdown of this classic moment on stage. Willie Is still the master! As a performer, I can safely say that we've all been in this situation, where your voice wasn't working or your guitar wasn't sounding right and you become distracted and are unable to continue ans then a bandmate or ,in my case, my wife cones to tge rescue. Thank you for this heartfelt video.
Your best video to date! FYI, I just saw Willie this past April in Laughlin. It was a week before his 90th birthday and he was solid. He may not be the Willie of past but he was still Wille and he kept Trigger very busy that night.
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I am a camera operator and my shot was the cross 2 shot pushing into Willie. It was amazing. I will never forget that particular CMA Awards show. Thank you for doing this!
Amazing to have someone in the community who was actually there for that moment. Just pure magic.
I asked this question in the main thread, but I guess maybe I should have asked it here, since you were there: Was she originally supposed to be part of the performance, or did she go out there because Willie seemed to be in such distress?
@martinhenderson923 It was planned for her to come in after the second verse. I can't remember how rehearsals went though. We all felt for Willie though.
@@MrBlueskyguy Thanks for the response. I know country loves those walk-ons. I remember back when I was a much younger man and followed country more closely (my wife's not a fan) and George Jones walked on to a Barbara Mandrell song -- I think it was "I was country when country wasn't cool." But this moment with Willie is one that I've never seen nor heard about, and it was touching, to be sure. And I appreciate Palmisano for his treatment of it. This was a really enlightening 10 minutes of my life. Thanks for your response, and I'm glad you were able to be a part of it and that you appreciate it.
Beautiful!
My mom passed in 2015. She had cancer and dementia, she didn’t recognize her own kids… Near the end we were all with her in her home and flipping down the dial (she loved TV/ music) her favorite singer of all time, Willie Nelson… We came upon a WN concert. For the next 45mins she came out of her fog. Singing along remembering her kids names smiling, lucid, and happy. Once the concert ended, she slipped back into the fog… I’ll always love Willie just for this one hour of happiness back in 2015… The pain, confusion, and fear swept away as Willie sang about being on the road again. Thank you for sharing this and awakening a warm memory in my mind. Music the balm that soothes all ills. Amen 🙏🏻
What a beautiful memory, Thank You for sharing it with us. I hope that this precious moment has given you some peace along the way. Blessings Always
I was just telling my friends today that one month before my mom died (Alzheimer’s and brain tumor) she sang her and my father’s song - Moon River. When she was finished she gave a heartache type of look downward. She remembered him. He had died 40 years prior to her. It’s the best video and memory of her musical gifts. If you haven’t watched it, look for the Glen Campbell documentary of his journey with Alzheimer’s and songs
I’m in tears reading this. So much love ❤️
Man thank you so much for sharing this. God is faithful my brother
This had me in tears, brought back a memory of my grandpa. Had been completely non-responsive for days. A distant cousin came and sang a few old songs he loved. Out of nowhere he woke up and sang along to his favorite old church song. Once the song was over he just went back to sleep with a smile on his face. He died later that evening. Thanks for sharing your story. It triggered that memory of my grandpa, from what feels like a whole lifetime ago.
This wasn’t the most technical reaction, I didn’t learn how to be a better guitar player or gain some deeper understanding of the theory behind the tune, but I did learn how to be a better performer, how to appreciate the subtleties of both of their performances, and I cried a little bit. This is my favorite thing that you’ve ever done. Thank you.
I’m with you. Well said.
I could not say this better.
This clip is a masterclass in expert professional performance. There's an axiom of theatrical improvisation that whatever your partner says you respond, "Yes, and..." That's all through this.
Empathy is the missing ingredient in this world of ours. This is beautiful.
Its been replaced with synthetic empathy. Synthetic sympathy. People are now using that which was pure back in the day, as fake and mainstream. We are done as a society. Only few good untainted people left in western society.
She sings gently with him, never a move to steal the spotlight. Class act. Thanks for sharing, Michael.
Give flowers to your idols while you still have the chance.
Do it for family and friends also.
I can't deny it - I cried.
It goes without saying that I love Willie Nelson. Anyone who disagrees is wrong!
Kacey Musgraves has a voice that melts my heart. Her song "Follow your arrow" literally changed my life. If baffles me why some people don't like country music. It's raw, real and comes straight from the heart.
Michael, you're an inspiration - and a bloody nice bloke!
I admit that I teared up myself. This moment was a blessing
There's a lot of "pop" country now that lacks the feeling. But we'll always have the good stuff to fall back on. ✌️🤍🇺🇲🎶
I got to cook for Willie Nelson one time. I cooked for alot of stars, it was just part of the job, but cooking for Willie was one of the times that I was really proud of and grateful for the opportunity to do. To share my work with someone who has shared their work with me.
Love this
It hurts to see Willie like this but there's such beautiful interaction here between them. So much respect and kindness. I'm not a country music fan so I'd never have seen this without you making this video, Michael, so thank you. "It'll all be alright" made me shed a tear.
Edit: I wrote this before getting to the end of the video. Watching you try to hold it together while your kids were trying to get in was hilarious. One of the many reasons I love your channel. Honest and real.
Not just the "epitome of True Country Music" but, in my opinion, the epitome of how we should always be towards one another.
Vince Gill singing Go Rest High on That Mountain at George Jones funeral. Saw it the other day and was completely shattered. I’m sure you’ve seen it, but it’s 100% worth another watch.
Amen and amen
TEARS from an old guy...Thank you, Michael
Wow - nice lesson here today in seeing what many people often miss - not only the epitome of respect...but of humanity , true compassion and human empathy. Showing this today also speaks really well of you , Michael , you're a good hearted man. As an older man myself , I don't mind admitting I actually got a little emotional on this one. Thanks for taking the time to notice and put this one together the way you did - you did really good !!😊❤
It hurts my soul seeing Willie like that. She'll be remembered for that proformance, helping a legend get through a song.
I got to admit, this made me
cry, and I’m a tough son of a B…the respect and care that was shown between artists, not the tearing apart …is what this world needs, if every You Tuber could put one vid out a week like this one, showing our humanity, the world would be a better place for it. Thank you for being real.
Thank YOU for watching and appreciating this performance. I agree. This is what we need right now.
Same here, jacomans. My eyes weren't dry either, and I'm the polar opposite of a weak/fragile type of person.
There's always Patty Loveless helping Vince Gill sing Go Rest High on that Mountain during the George Jones funeral when Vince got too choked up to sing. It will bring tears to your eyes.
The two times he sings, or "gets it out," are heart-warming and beautiful. Willie has gotten fragile in the past 5 years, making me love him more.
right in the feels
I burst into tears seeing Willie struggle with his song! He is a beautiful legend in country music and him struggling broke my heart! And the lady singing with him is an angel indeed!
Music is a language that knows no bounds.
Also, Musgraves is a G. Makes me wanna burn one with John Prine
Made me tear up... I don't watch TV and so glad you shared that moment. Always love KC Musgraves, for sure! She is the real deal. And Willie will always be Willie - until he isn't anymore. I'm just here for the music, Hugs.
The kids in the background pounding at the door makes this all the more human and relatable. I love the things you show us, Michael. I never would’ve seen this performance or the subtleties if you hadn’t made a video. Beautiful.
I think I see what you’re doing here Michael. Very classy move on your part, and a beautiful picture of what country music should be doing!
When she puts her arm around him and sings “It’ll all be alright” - that hit harder than a Pixar movie.
As musicians the connection we can have on stage is really special and unique. But this is an entirely other level. Beautiful moment, and I loved hearing your commentary on it. Thanks for sharing.
That’s true professionalism! She was masterful in making sure the performance went as well as it could!
Willie hasn’t been like this always since then. He must have been temporarily sick here, because I’ve seen him twice after this, and he was strong as hell, singing and playing.
I'm bawling...Willie is what being an American is ALL ABOUT. Respect and love one another for our commonalities, not our differences.
😭😭😭 We must preserve Willie at all costs.
I love to see a legendary artist get his flowers while still around. As roadworn as that red-headed stranger is, I can unsympathetically say that their voices sounded *beautiful* together.
Michael, you are an amazing guy who has struggled to carve out a very needed and special place in the music world. No one conveys their enthusiasm and love of music in such a genuine and instructive way. Aside from being an impressive musician and teacher you are introducing your public to some very emotionally moving artists and shows. Your belief in putting family first is admirable. I wish you only the best. Keep on keepin’ on.
His son Lucas is carrying on his tradition and sounds a lot like his father. Thanks for bringing his music to another generation.
I’ve always thought Kacey was such a talent. But she’s clearly next level
It's tough watching your heroes as they approach the end of their journey but I'm glad you shared it. We need to see more of this kind of humanity.
Yeah, I’m not cryin’ 😢. Allergies. My superhero dad is getting to this age so it hits close to home. Thank you for honoring this kindness and compassion. It’s in such short supply these days. 🙏🙏🙏
Damnit. Just got something in my eye, now its watering .....
This is priceless! Thank you!
I'm not crying! You are!
I remember watching the 2014 CMA awards show when Kacey did a duet with the queen of country Loretta Lynn. You could see the respect & admiration Kacey had for Loretta and it was a kind of passing of the torch moment. This performance once again shows her respect & admiration for the legends of country music that paved the way for a new generation to follow. I met Kacey in 2014 when she was touring for her "Same Trailer Different Park" album. She was very humble , friendly & down to earth.
i saw him in december and he was singing and picking perfectly, he must have been having some sort of issue that night.
Michael, I consider this one of your best and most important videos, bar none. Being as I've listened to Willie for 60 years, even years before he had his iconic ponytail and when he had a near crew-cut 'hairstyle', this performance brought me to tears for a 2nd time (original 2019 performance, and then now). It's so hard to watch a legend who could literally play in his sleep (or under a near .40 blood alcohol content), now aged to where he can't even remember a song's lyrics and struggles so hard to perform (yet he did it!, all thanks to Kacey Musgraves).
You're a very special person to recognize the depth of this and to highlight it with this video. Thank you!
Thanks so much Mark! I feel it’s important to showcase the depth of performances like this - and not just the shiny objects
The last “It will all be alright” was completely emblematic about what we just watched on stage. And her voice made that line sound as beautiful to my ears as the performance did to my eyes.
Thanks Michael! YOU, Kacey Musgraves and Willy just 'made-my-day' for all the reasons you've mentioned!!! 🥰
I saw Willie and George Straight live at Willie's birthday bash last year. I cried the entire show because you could tell he was struggling. I love him so much. He's been a part of my life since I was a little girl and I'm gonna miss him when he's gone, but he will forever live on in our hearts.
If youve seen Willie the last two years live, he is in top form for being 90. 2019 was a rough year health wise.
What a beautiful human Kacey is ! She shows what a wonderful person she is , helping Willie out it's the best thing I have seen for a long time thank you
It's truly remarkable
For artists helping each other on stage, I recommend Patty Loveless and Vince Gill, “Go Rest High on the Mountain” sung at George Jones memorial.
I was just looking to see if anyone suggested this. Its a great one.
That was heart breakingly, achingly beautiful. It made me weep to see it.
For you to cover the humanity that is shown here by all involved, Casey, the audience, etc gives hope to all of us in these darker days that we can be kind. That my friend was the best one you've done yet. Well done❤️
I'm not even a huge Country fan, but i think John Prine and Willie Nelson are two of the greatest gifts to music.
Incredibly respectful❤ Thanks for sharing!!!
My first thought was why would they let him on stage. At this stage in his life it can't do his legacy any good. Immediately thereafter I thought thank God they did. We were blessed to see this. Thanks MP!
This is why I follow MP. I started playing the mandolin in 2020 at 57 years old. The things I learn from MP about music and stage presence I just can't get anywhere else.
Isn't human compassion and empathy, just the most beautiful thing? I wish for our world, and all of our sakes, that we would see and experience this so much more often. So touching and beautiful.
I can't tell you the amount of respect I have for Willie getting up and doing this. He's a legend. He used to own the stage. Now, he has to rely on the helpful hand of a young woman to guide him. It isn't like he didn't know what would happen. He did it to show respect to the audience. There are so many lessons to be learned here.
People may not all like or appreciate country music, but it's the one industry in the arts where there seems to be more humility and respect for other human beings!!!!
Amen.
I think you misunderstood something, he may have been struggling to sing and remember the lines, but his timing was impeccable. That's his style of timing. He developed it in the latter half of his career
This is simply beautiful and real. Thank you for this vid Mike.
Yeah, that got me... Stardust came out in '78, and 7 short years later in '85, thanks to my parents, in kindergarten I would walk home every day from the bustop, humming (and litterally walking on) the Sunny Side of the Street.
Good memory I can visualize til this day. ❤
doggone it, I am in tears. I grew up listening to Willy, and the respect shown to him is beautiful...Kindness is a simple, but AWESOME thing.
There’s that red headed stranger I know❤
Jelly Roll & Craig Morgan at the Opry is amazing!
He is 90 now, so he must have been 85 then. What a special memory for all those lucky enough to be in that audience. Loved seeing Thomas Rhett& the Lady A gang with tears. They know they are witnessing a legend. Casey did a beautiful job & her grace was lovely to see.
Willie Nelson will always be one of my favorite singer/songwriters and the fact he's stuck with one single guitar the entirety of his career shows how much he treasures what's in his life. You can also see that in the people around him - he is loyal to friends and family. I'm not much for the newer artists, coming from an entirely different generation than them, but I can tell you this is special. There's a comment below saying this isn't one of your most technical reviews. Nobody has learned to become a better guitar player. But I think we all have learned there is something special about being kind and considerate, and this review has taught us a little piece of that. Thank you Michael!!
I don't like country music in general but I really loved this and it made me cry like four times, you are awesome and please keep doing everything that you do
Man…there’s nothing I can say really..tears are flowing watching this. I remember when my dad got to this point in his life. We all did like she did..gently guided Dad through all situations out of honor and respect. Awesome job as always Michael.
Respect.
He’s such a pro even now
Welp didn’t know I would be crying but here I am. Miss all of my country heroes and damn out hurts to see Willy struggling but so damn Happy he is still with us
So heartbreaking to see Willie in such a vulnerable state. I'll be wrecked when he passes. Thanks for this video.
Hi Michael.....First my dear friend when we all lose people we care about Stairway to Heaven just touches our souls. I hear so many people relate to Eric Clapton. Thank you Michael for your share. I honestly from my soul to yours am so sorry you lost a friend. No matter who we lose 8n a minute of our time, these people stay with us in spirit. Value of our human brothers and sisters is recognized by us both. Bless you Michael. May the energy and love of our God within you forever. Amen my friend. Amen...Carolyn and Colin from Canada
Beautifully said. Thank You for sharing these important lovely words. Blessings
Two class acts✌️❤️
12:00 - Bro. Vince Gill & Patty Loveless, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” at George Jones’s farewell at the Opry. Ten years ago I think, on YT. Patty gave him so much space and support. One of my all time favorites of both of their performances.
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Michael, Thank you for highlighting this beautiful moment between two outstanding performers at different seasons of their careers. This is what the human experience is all about when it is at its best...💙
The beautiful moment between Joni Mitchell and Brandi Carlile at the Newport music festival in 2022 when they sing “both sides now” will forever be my version of this moment. The folk/Americana moment ❤️
Do wish she'd sung the last line the way he does. Dreamers like me
How come I cry every time I watch your videos? You have a big heart and I love how you show it in others.
This is the 1st time I've ever liked a reaction video.
Mike, this is one of the most touching videos I've ever seen. Thanks so much for your love of music and of us. Country music gets a bum rap (I was teased by a best friend yesterday for listening to the "garbage" as he called it), so it's nice to see it get some love and respect. You are amazing and awesome. God bless you and your family, bro!
Wow man this hit deep. Willie we love you brother and may all the loved ones you’ve lost be waiting for you on the day god calls you. A true legend and what a beautiful person.
That is simply wonderful. Two great artists, decades and life experiences apart. Kacey sounds like an angel, and Willie's vulnerability is heart-breaking. Great idea to draw attention to this amazing moment, Michael.
Awesome video Michael, made me tear up. Such a beautiful moment.
Geeze that made me bawl like a baby. Just got back from visiting my 76 yr old dad whom I haven’t seen in 3 yrs and who is deteriorating fast. That one got me hard in the feels.
OMG! Thank you Michael for bringing this to our attention. I am just blown away! 🤯
OMG! This is priceless!! Thank You for doing this!!!
Really like this video. I’d also like to compliment you in general. I love that you love all genres of music and that I’ve never really heard you say anything negative about any musicians. It’s nice to have a positive voice in music that’s not an elitist.
Love the kids in background...keep love'n 'em!!
The idea of a true epitome of country is captured in the fog of nostalgia for a time and rural existence that's changed. I'd rather listen to Willie or Waylon or George Jones. They were the lodestones of my rural upbringing but that was generations ago and the rural populace has an access to things wider than terrestrial radio and the inborn folkish catalog of their parents, siblings and peers. Country music for better or worse has changed because the audience and the inhabitants of the country have changed.
A TRUE country artist honors those that came before them.
Thanks!
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Beautiful breakdown of this classic moment on stage. Willie Is still the master! As a performer, I can safely say that we've all been in this situation, where your voice wasn't working or your guitar wasn't sounding right and you become distracted and are unable to continue ans then a bandmate or ,in my case, my wife cones to tge rescue. Thank you for this heartfelt video.
Amazing thing to share. Thank you.
Awesome! Thank you for your insight!
I loved this so much!
Thanks for bringing this to my attention. Brought a tear to my eye.
Nothing is better as an artist than being being able to work with your idols.
Thank you ❤️
Damn… why did I watch this is a restaurant. Phew. Powerful.
That was beautiful. Thank you for showing this.
Your best video to date! FYI, I just saw Willie this past April in Laughlin. It was a week before his 90th birthday and he was solid. He may not be the Willie of past but he was still Wille and he kept Trigger very busy that night.