I sang this song a cappella for my friend Sean's wake when he died after a motorcycle accident. I sang it slower, like Jesse's original version. I said, "I'm not a Christian, but I steal their music sometimes. Think of the Mighty Hand as the love between friends." The big roughy toughy guys cried. One guy said he refused to accept Sean's death til he heard me sing this. Love each other. Walk in Peace.
Could it be any better than these three’s perfect harmonies. No clutter. No production. No instruments. No wonder these have always been three of my most favorite performers, in addition to being three of my most favorite human beings. Each with their individual hearts of gold and voices like the angels. Lord, how I miss Jessie. As genuine a southern gentleman as there has ever been. The courage to live in exile for his conscience’ sake for so many years with his heart still “way down south”. One of my lifetime heroes in so many respects.
It ain't nothin but a breeze..."Me I want to live with my feet in Dixie and my head in the cool blue North". What a wonderful southern gentleman he seemed to me.
I knew him way back in Montreal and everything everyone else has said is so true - he was truly a beautiful soul and will be missed. We need more of the gentleness, graciousness and humility that he embodied.
I knew him in Montreal too, we used to play at the same coffee shops. I also met up with him down here in Oz when we played the same festival. Rest in peace, Jesse, we miss you.
Born in Mississippi, he grew up in Memphis, gave up his US citizenship when he dodged the draft, and sought asylum in Canada, as many did. He left the South, but it didn't leave him.
Jesse Winchester, who passed away on Apr. 11, 2014 with Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt, 1977, acapella. I used to see him at Ottawa's Le Hibou coffeehouse. My friend, Diane Gentes opened for him at GCTC and later saw him at Ottawa Folkfest. A great songwriter.
We at A&M Canada, had the privilege of working this album…Great Artist..Great Writer and the addition of Vince Gill , one of the greatest on this track is phenomenal!…Bill Ott ..A&M Canada.
Maybe Bonnie and Emmy Lou will get together and do a little tribute to Jesse. That would be nice. I'm sure many others would join in. So long, Jesse. We will miss you.
There is a tribute CD that was made, "Quiet About It." The story behind the CD is wonderful. Emmylou performs "Dangerous Fun" with Vince Gill and Rodney Crowell.
yes, thank you, actually found here by simply putting in his name....am new to technology again, and just got a pc last year and new to utbue since Dec.
Listen to Mississippi You're On My Mind.He recorded it in Montreal shortly after he came here.He's pretty much a Montreal institution now,married a girl here,writes songs in French.
I don't know if you ever got an answer, but lyrics to this and all of his songs are on his website. Links are allowed here, so you'll have to do it yourself, by entering his name and then DOT Com, then go to lyrics. This song is from 1974 and you'll find it under Learn To Love It as number 12 on the list. Take care.
1977 Western Ontario, Canada, Folk Festival. Back in the day of Nixon - Ford - Carter. Tricky Dick Nixon called Canada's prime minister Pierre Trudeau a Shit. Most of the Canadian kids in that Folk Festival that audience were proud of that.
I am looking for a memory. Brain vs Dodge Ram 2500 doesn't help much but what I think I remember is a song that may be titled "Too weak to forget" by Jesse Winchester. Maybe not, because I have been unable to find it under either heading. Would you help me?
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I sang this song a cappella for my friend Sean's wake when he died after a motorcycle accident. I sang it slower, like Jesse's original version. I said, "I'm not a Christian, but I steal their music sometimes. Think of the Mighty Hand as the love between friends." The big roughy toughy guys cried. One guy said he refused to accept Sean's death til he heard me sing this. Love each other. Walk in Peace.
just saw this.So love this comment.
Could it be any better than these three’s perfect harmonies. No clutter. No production. No instruments. No wonder these have always been three of my most favorite performers, in addition to being three of my most favorite human beings. Each with their individual hearts of gold and voices like the angels. Lord, how I miss Jessie. As genuine a southern gentleman as there has ever been. The courage to live in exile for his conscience’ sake for so many years with his heart still “way down south”. One of my lifetime heroes in so many respects.
It ain't nothin but a breeze..."Me I want to live with my feet in Dixie and my head in the cool blue North". What a wonderful southern gentleman he seemed to me.
I knew him way back in Montreal and everything everyone else has said is so true - he was truly a beautiful soul and will be missed. We need more of the gentleness, graciousness and humility that he embodied.
I knew him in Montreal too, we used to play at the same coffee shops. I also met up with him down here in Oz when we played the same festival. Rest in peace, Jesse, we miss you.
Saw him play in the Eastern Townships many times.
Born in Mississippi, he grew up in Memphis, gave up his US citizenship when he dodged the draft, and sought asylum in Canada, as many did. He left the South, but it didn't leave him.
He 'beautified the stage'. Gorgeous. What a gentle man.
Wow ... two of my favorite ladies singing together!
thank you jesse....you have given me years of musical pleasure...join the the angels in the band....richie and pete will love to have you sing along!
This is beautiful. What a great contribution he made to our world. I'm grateful.
Jesse Winchester, who passed away on Apr. 11, 2014 with Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt, 1977, acapella. I used to see him at Ottawa's Le Hibou coffeehouse. My friend, Diane Gentes opened for him at GCTC and later saw him at Ottawa Folkfest. A great songwriter.
We at A&M Canada, had the privilege of working this album…Great Artist..Great Writer and the addition of Vince Gill , one of the greatest on this track is phenomenal!…Bill Ott ..A&M Canada.
Please Pray for Jessie.Thank You everybody. I only met Jessie once and he was such a humble classy gentleman. please pray people. prayers do work
A young Jesse with Bobbie and emmy lou...so young and lovely, all. I feel like a piece of me is gone.
Nice one Mary Anne : )
I wave bye bye to this wonderful man and great songwriter. Farewell, friend...
This is fantastic!! Jesse is so loose and soulful and by no means takes a back seat. They all carry this one together. What a treat!
Amazing video, with my favorites, so young, prior to my marriage and babies! Just as true then as now! Thanks to Jesse, Bonnie, and Emmylou!!
Absolutely a treasure to find this tonight, 3 of my favorites 😜👏👏👏👏👏👏🎉
Thanks for posting this wonderful reminder of the good old days!
wonderful voice ..and an enormous loss. a true artist.
Just a natural singer and performer!
Love you forever Jesse.......RIP
Great video! Forever young, such beautiful voices.
Beautiful and very moving. RIP.
What a talent, what a voice. And what a clip.
And on other of his creations, what a songwriter as well.
Thanks so much for posting this.
I'm glad he got to do this with Bonnie and Emmylou. RIP, Jesse. My main man.
Thank you Scott Johnson, Powerline Blog, for sharing this wonderful clip again w the world.
Thanks for your songs and your sound and your spirit..........RIP
Jesse last album to me was his best work... black dog was number one of his older material..... will be missed..............
Wow, 3 great great voices........thanks for posting this.
I love this! Thank you for the prayer, and the harmonies
Nothin but a breeze... Lord bless Jesse
The Yellow Door in Montreal for many years..Thank you Jesse for the memories.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💛⛵⛵
Great song by Clyde McPhatter from 1958. Flip side of "Lover's Question".
Maybe Bonnie and Emmy Lou will get together and do a little tribute to Jesse. That would be nice. I'm sure many others would join in. So long, Jesse. We will miss you.
There is a tribute CD that was made, "Quiet About It." The story behind the CD is wonderful. Emmylou performs "Dangerous Fun" with Vince Gill and Rodney Crowell.
WOW! R.I.P.
3 of the best what a joy ~
wonderful person and music man...
.try the .sham a ling dong ding....such a wonderful song.
he left us with such a voice and songs.
i posted it to my facebook page for friends to enjoy! r.i.p.!
Very well done
Oh how he is missed... RIP Jesse
- Vermont Lady
Good old Jesse and Emmy too great upload and many thanks.
WOW is all I say! Never heard this before and it is great!!!
yes, thank you, actually found here by simply putting in his name....am new to technology again, and just got a pc last year and new to utbue since Dec.
Rest In Peace Jesse.
3 parts plus! Does my heart good
What a treat!!!
Thanks for uploading!!
Thanks Nancy for sharing.
Needed this today.❤❤❤❤❤
Listen to Mississippi You're On My Mind.He recorded it in Montreal shortly after he came here.He's pretty much a Montreal institution now,married a girl here,writes songs in French.
2 people disliked this? The only explanation - "wasn't long enough".
Maybe they hated that ground loop hum.
And a beautiful stage, it is! I also thought Emmylou was taller. Yet she is a giant in all other aspects!
A Showman's Life is my favorite, although its hard to choose. He had a great voice.
Gone too soon, and never fully appreciated. Miss you, Jesse.
He was a legend in Tennessee.
R.I.P. JESSE WINCHESTER
From the "Midnight Special" June 10, 1977, Burbank, CA.
Historical! And great singing too...BR
beautiful soul
Fare well, old friend.
loved this!
Thx onekinkstar I found it soon after the posting
I don't know if you ever got an answer, but lyrics to this and all of his songs are on his website. Links are allowed here, so you'll have to do it yourself, by entering his name and then DOT Com, then go to lyrics. This song is from 1974 and you'll find it under Learn To Love It as number 12 on the list. Take care.
Live within me ,And let me live.
@pideja "I Can't Stand Up Alone." It's from Jesse's "Learn to Love It" album.
Sweet
more
Cross easy, Jesse.
yes.
Damn. Emmy Lou Harris is teensy, ain't she?
There's lots of old Jesse Winchester stuff out there if you take a look.
1977 Western Ontario, Canada, Folk Festival. Back in the day of Nixon - Ford - Carter. Tricky Dick Nixon called Canada's prime minister Pierre Trudeau a Shit. Most of the Canadian kids in that Folk Festival that audience were proud of that.
I am looking for a memory. Brain vs Dodge Ram 2500 doesn't help much but what I think I remember is a song that may be titled "Too weak to forget" by Jesse Winchester. Maybe not, because I have been unable to find it under either heading. Would you help me?
I couldn't believe that a friend saw Jesse play in Charlottetown years ago; I wasn't a fan till many y
Sorry; screwed up; couldn't believe Jesse had played my hometown years ago, and I missed it.
This song is titled “You Can’t Stand Up Alone.”
Looks like "The Midnight Special" tv show stage?
Where can one find the lyrics because even though I love the music and some words, most of the words I just cannot figure out?
good then ,better now
where is this from? hope there's more footage! loved Jesse since Yankee Lady, and what a great trio!
you can't stand up alone...
oh gosh i m head over heels with EmmyLou. Woe is me. What can I do? Shall give her my telephone number??! Do you think she call me back
Ain,t it the truth
"maybe" ?
honry