Right! but he starts singing non-stop all the way through at 1:26, all in one breath, 25 seconds long. I think he makes it look so easy, lost on most listeners, the difficulty of doing that.
Unbelievable, isn't it? How he holds that note for so long with such a beautiful flowing and effortless tone. Nash wrote and composed the song and produced it himself, and how about that chord progression, so original and intersting, how did he think of that?
@@louiseroman1145 I know! It's easy to fake in the studio with that lush arrangement and multiple takes, but he didn't need to fake it. He had serious breath control! GREAT performance! I had never seen this one before.
Everybody's talking about how he holds "that note" for around 25 seconds -- but it's not just one note, it's a progression of (at least by my count) five notes. That makes it even tougher than just holding one single note for that long. It's pretty amazing.
I have been listening to this for almost 50 years and have never failed to be thrilled by the beauty of his voice. The lyrics and the thoughts behind them are beautiful too. He seemed a beautiful soul.
Johnny Nash was born in Houston, Texas on August 19, 1940. He is an American reggae and pop music singer-songwriter, best known in the US for his 1972 hit, "I Can See Clearly Now". He was one of the first non-Jamaican singers to record reggae music in Kingston, Jamaica. On August 19, 2020, Johnny Nash celebrated his 80th birthday. UPDATE: Crossover reggae-pop star Johnny Nash passed away on Tuesday October 6, 2020. The news was announced by his son, Johnny Nash Jr., who told the Associated Press that the elder Nash died of natural causes at his home in Houston, Texas. The singer-songwriter, actor, producer, and record label executive was 80 years old.
I was a young boy still at school, when I first heard this guy, Stir it up was the track, I realised after that song, he was worth listening to, and the rest as we know it, is history, what a great singer,
Just heard on TV Johnny Nash passed away today. 10-14-2020. Another classic singer we have lost. May He Rest In Peace. Will keep his family in my prayers.
Many years ago my younger brother shared this song with me when he was dealing with alcohol , it helped him , , , now it helps when I think about my little brother ,
Holy crap!! 24 seconds. That's how long he went without taking a breath. Amazing! 1:26. Love the horn progression of the orchestra during this part also. It deftly captures the suspended in time feel of that one gets listening to it.
🌹⚘IN REMEMBRANCE OF 💐JOHNNY NASH 🌳🍃😥💔 ⚘I WANT TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY YOUR LOYAL TRUE FAN'S, THANK'S FOR ENTERTAINING US WITH YOUR MUSICAL PERFORMANCES. 🌳🍃😥💔⚘☘🌹💐💐🌺🌿🌼🌷🥀🌻☘💐🌹💐
This classic song was recorded by the very handsome singer, songwriter Johnny Nash in 1972! Iwas born in 1978! l love this beautiful classic song! Thank you for posting and sharing this!
Great music I love this song 2 this very day. Great performance and the song itself is very beautiful this song is my mother's favorite song before she passed away. Johnny Nash will be surely missed his song and his beautiful voice will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Johnny Nash we all miss you and your beautiful smile and your song I can see Clearly Now.
Thank you Johnny Nash for writing and singing one of the most beautiful songs of all time. I have been blessed to Feel this song many times over the decades.
Had eye surgery 2 days ago and woke up today seeing. This song came to mind. Im so thankful for the a beautiful voice God gave Johnny Nash! (I've listened to several recordings he did of this song, this one is my favorite!) ❤
sounds to me like they are playing the song too slow and I'm sitting here praying Johnny can hold the impossible 20 second note but he gets the job done. wonder if he ever took the stage afraid of not being able to hold that note. Interesting, no backup singers with that large orchestra playing for him. such a great voice, you really don't miss the amazing three part harmonies. Like some of the embellishments the orchestra plays in the arrangement. Thanks for this post and the great info on Johnny!
He always brought me an emotional happiness whenever listening to his song since long time ago , may be more than 50 years back. Currently I realized that he passed away few year ago and very very sorry to hear that...We all miss him.
Rest in Peace, Johnny !! ✝ I can see clearly now the rain is gone I can see all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day I think I can make it now the pain is gone All of the bad feelings have disappeared Here is that rainbow I've been praying for It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day Look all around, there's nothing but blue skies .... Look straight ahead, there's nothing but blue skies I can see clearly now the rain is gone I can see all obstacles in my way Here is that rainbow I've been praying for It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day Bri-ri-ri-ri', bright, (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day, yeah, eh It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day, yeah, na It's gonna be a bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny day Bri-ri-ri-ri', bright (bright) Bright (bright) sunshiny...
The live orchestra adds amazing depth to this recording of Johnny Nash singing one of my favourite songs "I Can See Clearly Now". Thanks for sharing this.
This is like a JFK moment for me because I can remember exactly where I was, what I was doing and even what day of the week it was when I first heard him singing this song
Outstanding. A great performance of a true classic.
And the chord progression at 1:30 and the way he can do it all one one breath is truly amazing.
Right! but he starts singing non-stop all the way through at 1:26, all in one breath, 25 seconds long. I think he makes it look so easy, lost on most listeners, the difficulty of doing that.
Incredible vocal performance.
Unbelievable, isn't it? How he holds that note for so long with such a beautiful flowing and effortless tone. Nash wrote and composed the song and produced it himself, and how about that chord progression, so original and intersting, how did he think of that?
a little bit slowed version, I like that so much😩😩😩😩
@@louiseroman1145 I know! It's easy to fake in the studio with that lush arrangement and multiple takes, but he didn't need to fake it. He had serious breath control! GREAT performance! I had never seen this one before.
What a voice. Been listening for 35 years now.
It's so beautiful you can hear God singing through his voice
I can't. I hear Johnny Nash.
@@gloriaf6971 I hear both.
Best comment ever Seen🙏🏾
@@raggakila6372 thanks best compliment I ever got on my comment
RIP
August 19, 1940-October 6, 2020
Everybody's talking about how he holds "that note" for around 25 seconds -- but it's not just one note, it's a progression of (at least by my count) five notes. That makes it even tougher than just holding one single note for that long. It's pretty amazing.
He made it look effortless too.
He transitions those notes so seamlessly as well, up and down.
Wrong. It's more difficult to hold a single note (without distortion), like in lovely day by Bill Withers.
There is a specific muscular tension for every note, and it's harder to keep a single note, when you change the tone you're able to "rest" a little
@@gustavoqzlimaI wasn't talking about muscular tension. I was talking about HITTING THE NOTES.
RIP Johnny, the singer of one of the most uplifting songs ever sung ❤
Such an ordinary man with the voice of an angel ! so modest, yet so talented, His family must have been devastated when he left them
I have been listening to this for almost 50 years and have never failed to be thrilled by the beauty of his voice. The lyrics and the thoughts behind them are beautiful too. He seemed a beautiful soul.
RIP great artist.
Johnny Nash was born in Houston, Texas on August 19, 1940. He is an American reggae and pop music singer-songwriter, best known in the US for his 1972 hit, "I Can See Clearly Now". He was one of the first non-Jamaican singers to record reggae music in Kingston, Jamaica. On August 19, 2020, Johnny Nash celebrated his 80th birthday. UPDATE: Crossover reggae-pop star Johnny Nash passed away on Tuesday October 6, 2020. The news was announced by his son, Johnny Nash Jr., who told the Associated Press that the elder Nash died of natural causes at his home in Houston, Texas. The singer-songwriter, actor, producer, and record label executive was 80 years old.
RIP. such a voice.
RIP Johny Nash!
What a wonderful voice! What a great song!
I was a young boy still at school, when I first heard this guy, Stir it up was the track, I realised after that song, he was worth listening to, and the rest as we know it, is history, what a great singer,
RIP..
YOU GOT YOUR RAINBOW NOW BROTHER..
😓
Amen. And blue skies.
One breath before that chord progression at 1:30. Amazing!
Just heard on TV Johnny Nash passed away today. 10-14-2020. Another classic singer we have lost. May He Rest In Peace. Will keep his family in my prayers.
Incredible performance. Rest easy Mr. Nash 🙏
Absolutely beautiful. One of my favourite songs of all time. Such a song of hope. RIP Johnny Nash
God what a voice you've called home! Rest in Peace Johnny! One of my vocal heroes
RIP Brother🙏. Loved this song from years and still will keep loving it for rest of life!! ❤
Many years ago my younger brother shared this song with me when he was dealing with alcohol , it helped him , , , now it helps when I think about my little brother ,
Rest in Power! Thank you for your musical gift. This song has been my anchor during some challenging times. Rest well.
Rest in Peace, Sir. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice. Wow.
Holy crap!! 24 seconds. That's how long he went without taking a breath. Amazing! 1:26.
Love the horn progression of the orchestra during this part also. It deftly captures the suspended in time feel of that one gets listening to it.
One of my top 100 favorite songs to listen to... I could put this on repeat all night... Gorgeous music and vocals...
🌹⚘IN REMEMBRANCE OF
💐JOHNNY NASH 🌳🍃😥💔
⚘I WANT TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY YOUR LOYAL TRUE FAN'S, THANK'S FOR ENTERTAINING US WITH YOUR MUSICAL PERFORMANCES. 🌳🍃😥💔⚘☘🌹💐💐🌺🌿🌼🌷🥀🌻☘💐🌹💐
My storms about it over and God will show me that beautiful rainbow I've been praying for.. HALLELUJAH...!!!💖🙌🙌🙌
Rest In Peace, Johnny Nash.
Brings back memories of my youth.
Just wow every time...
Artists sang each and every note themselves...
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This classic song was recorded by the very handsome singer, songwriter Johnny Nash in 1972! Iwas born in 1978! l love this beautiful classic song! Thank you for posting and sharing this!
great performance. RIP johnny Nash 1940 - 2020🕊
God Bless Johnny Nash. A Classic. RIP.
Great music I love this song 2 this very day. Great performance and the song itself is very beautiful this song is my mother's favorite song before she passed away. Johnny Nash will be surely missed his song and his beautiful voice will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Johnny Nash we all miss you and your beautiful smile and your song I can see Clearly Now.
Wonderful singer. loved all his songs, and I'm a a Slade fan. Poles apart.
TERRIFIC, JUST AWESOME!!!!, LOVE HIS REGGGAE INFLUENCE, AND THE GRAPHICS ON SCREEN TALKING ABOUT IT, AND HIS REACHING OUT AND DELIVERING BOB TO US
Thank you Johnny Nash for writing and singing one of the most beautiful songs of all time. I have been blessed to Feel this song many times over the decades.
just unbelievable, he holds those notes for 20 seconds straight!
His voice was an instrument!!!
i just remember being a little kid- hearing this upbeat song of the Century- it really cheered me up- Thank You, Johnny Nash!
Had eye surgery 2 days ago and woke up today seeing. This song came to mind. Im so thankful for the a beautiful voice God gave Johnny Nash!
(I've listened to several recordings he did of this song, this one is my favorite!) ❤
RIP Johnny Nash. :'( Shine on forever.
Sadly he lived with Lupus, we are just blessed to have his talent for this long.
RIP: Johnny. love you man. Namaste.
I've always loved this man. He just oozes charisma, and has a voice like no other in the industry. His songs made growing up a lot more fun!
this song is so wonderful and perfect the voice of jhonny the orchestra is a jewel to listen to it may he rest in peace jhonny lester nash
sounds to me like they are playing the song too slow and I'm sitting here praying Johnny can hold the impossible 20 second note but he gets the job done. wonder if he ever took the stage afraid of not being able to hold that note. Interesting, no backup singers with that large orchestra playing for him. such a great voice, you really don't miss the amazing three part harmonies. Like some of the embellishments the orchestra plays in the arrangement. Thanks for this post and the great info on Johnny!
You could hear the whole melody coming right from his heart . One of the greatest hits of all time.👍
Great performance.
Rest in perfect peace Mr Nash🌠🌠🌠
This classic ages like a vintage wine absolutely beautiful song r i p johhny
Love this, before I was even born, but so upbeat and I have great nostalgia with this, beautiful music, R I P Mr Nash
RiP Johnny! You're in brighter place. Thank you for your music. Love you
Rest in Peace Mr. Nash
I love this song so much and I have for years and years. It expresses where I am right now, in my life.
Adeus cara! Aqui vamos continuar a ouvi-lo muitas e muitas vezes! Obrigado pela linda canção!
Fantastic singer loved listening to his silky smooth voice
i grew up listening to all his music until i hear you again R.I.P ,thank you mr nash
Great Singer Songwriter...
Godspeed Johnny Nash✨🙏
My Condolences to all of his Family and Friends
Don't get music like this in 2022,. brilliant.
Now there's a vocal performance...without supplemental oxygen no less. Thanks, Johnny for all the rainbows you passed our way with this tune.
RIP Johnny Nash..you filled so many with joy🌦☀️🌈💗
He always brought me an emotional happiness whenever listening to his song since long time ago , may be more than 50 years back.
Currently I realized that he passed away few year ago and very very sorry to hear that...We all miss him.
Wow!!! Stunning!!!
LOVE Johnny Nash!!!
Thanks GOD for letting us enjoy him before calling him 🙏 ❤️
Wowwww...what a vocal . Great song...truly a legend
Thanx Johnny🍃🪔
Like a salve for a depressed mind. Incredible voice and lyrics. Looked like a great guy as well.
R.I.P. Johnny Nash
Incredible. "He got" talent
Not lip syncing! I’m impressed ❤
Wspaniały utwór ❤❤❤❤
Uma das mais belas canções da história da música.
wonderful
RIP ♡♡
Rest in Peace, Johnny !! ✝
I can see clearly now the rain is gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
I think I can make it now the pain is gone
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
Here is that rainbow I've been praying for
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
Look all around, there's nothing but blue skies ....
Look straight ahead, there's nothing but blue skies
I can see clearly now the rain is gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Here is that rainbow I've been praying for
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
Bri-ri-ri-ri', bright, (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day, yeah, eh
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day, yeah, na
It's gonna be a bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
Bri-ri-ri-ri', bright (bright)
Bright (bright) sunshiny...
Commanding Artiste. Fantastic Singer. Will be sadly missed. R.i.P.
Great song from my childhood. RIP
Pure magic
killer live delivery...
BEAUTIFUL 😂❤❤😮😅MY MOM LOVE HIM SO MUCH
Thank you Johnny
One of my favorites 💖
FANTASTIC!!!!!!!
Wonderful that song 😊
Beautiful song
He is so handsome and sings this song so well!
R.I.P Johnny Nash = Legend
If not the biggest song of the 1970s ND no 1 hit of 1972
The live orchestra adds amazing depth to this recording of Johnny Nash singing one of my favourite songs "I Can See Clearly Now". Thanks for sharing this.
Lovely voice.
Simply wonderful and inspiring that blue skyyyyyyy extension is amazing pure art.
RIP Mr. Nash.
RIP........MY FAVORITE SONG
Love the subtitles. Had no idea about his connection to The Wailers
AMAZING!!!
This is like a JFK moment for me because I can remember exactly where I was, what I was doing and even what day of the week it was when I first heard him singing this song
What a voice!
Great song
Great !!
Can't believe his voice
RIP Johnny ......
So uplifting.