My favorite Chapin song. Universal message about longing and loss. And the line "you can travel on 10,000 miles and still stay where you are" is one of the best lyrics ever.
Every time Harry would come to Winnipeg my girlfriend and I would go to his concert and smoke a little grass. We would then listen to his stories in music. It always seemed that Harry was on the couch in our living room it was so inviting. At 72 still listen to all his songs and still miss him with every song.
WOLD , Cats In the Cradle , & Taxi could all be made into movies ! Master storyteller & songwriter . He sang from deep in his soul , Not the purest voice , but one with as much raw honesty & feeling as you will ever listen to . Thanks Harry for all of this incredible unique music .
@Gary O and all ... W*O*L*D was the basis for the TV show "WKRP in Cincinnati". The Howard Hessman character (Dr. Johnny Fever) was based on the DJ written about in the song. (and yes, I was a DJ and was friend of Harry's and considered him a phenomenal person and mentor!)
Used this as the opening theme to my radio shows when good music meant the AM dial, and there was good music. Harry was a friend and W*O*L*D has become my "anthem".
I knew Harry for a minute, and then he was gone, and 2 weeks later I met my hubby - 34 years later, I lost him last Tuesday ! But today is International DJ Day ; as I am a DJ - I just had to share ! My dear late husband used to wear ear plugs a lot ! R.I.P. MY sweet Bobby .
@@pamelajarman2872 There was a real life station with those call letters that got some free publicity when this was a hit. I heard that on American Top 40. Chapin was one of those great songwriters who could put a story into a song.
I saw Harry in 1975 when I was attending the Culinary Institute of America. We were smoking our bongs on a sunny hillside when he walked up the road from Poughkeepsie to Hyde Park. He was by himself and was there at our cooking school to raise awareness to world hunger. I am 67 now and it still is the best performance I have ever seen.
He really was a great musician! He always gave credit to his brother Steve for leading the band musically and "making them sound better than they deserved" but he was a tremendous guitar player who played some rather complicated stuff when you consider that he was singing a novel at the same time. And his rare harmonica work showed that his musical talent further. This guy was a treasure.
I'm convinced that the 70's was the greatest decade for Band's , musicians ,songwriting ,production and everything else to do with popular music ! Nothing else comes close to the range and diversity of these fantastic entertainers ... Let's hope it's a cycle and it all comes around again soon !
Those were the days when music had melody and meaning. Released on December 22, 1973, reaching # 36 on March 23, 1974. We lost him much too soon, much like Jim Croce. R.I.P., Harry.
A lot of years ago, I was listening to a local radio station , Radio Hallam, in Sheffield , England. Harry Chapin was being interviewed by a DJ named Johnny Moran, who was the morning presenter at the station. Harry Chapin must have had a gig in our city. Anyway , Johnny Moran asked Harry if he would sing a jingle to use on his show, and it went something like this " Johnny Moran's the mornin' DJ on Hallam Radio-o-o-o-o-o-o-o ". Johnny was using that jingle for months......... Sweet memories.
watcherofthesky trickofthetail Sadly the power to be still have failed to induct a true artist, in favor of electing painted faces that only seem to know how to play one song. +
My favorite Chapin song. Haunting, sad, real. What a singer. What an artist. What a musician. RIP Harry Chapin My mom played his music for me (I was born the year he passed) and I grew to love and appreciate it as she did. It's important for parents to pass on a love of music so we can love the amazing artists that came before us, some of whom are long gone.
I liked your comment , and just noticed that you had Green Eyes, and called out that song. Here is what I should have said: " That was a very sweet romantic look at what Harry Chapin has been to you, and how important it is that song writers like him be remembered : you write from the passion & emotion of a very Sentimental Lady with nice memories.
@@loveisneverasin9092 I have blue eyes, hence my confusion at your comment. I have central heterochromia, which means my eyes are each 3 different colors: blue, a dark blue outside, and a copper ring around the middle. Regardless of my CH, I assure you they're not green.
It's hard to find the superlatives to do justice to the quality of the music and lyrics, while 'spellbinding' is the best I can do regarding the performance. Harry Chapin's life ended far too soon, but what a legacy he left behind.
"that's how this business goes"--I can relate..I worked from Gainesville, to Orlando, to New York back to Orlando (with a stop in Alabama) Had chance to interview Harry...wonderful man.
Mr. Chapin organized and appeared in many benefit concerts for causes, including a campaign against world hunger, environmental and consumer issues and the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. At one time, more than half his concerts were benefits. Raised Thousands for Arts
I was fortunate to see Harry in concert at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the Music Center the year that he died. He was very humble and fantastic. God rest your soul Harry....we love you!
So….my 1st husband was a major market DJ….emphasis on first…LOL…I lived this song (without the 3 kids)…then after the next marriage I graduated to “TAXI” status. I also had a chance to spend a little time with Harry which was possibly the most spectacular time of my life…..Happy memories always….
I remember when radio in the 70s was saturated with echo, they do this greatly in this song. Irony first heard this on 2WL (AM station) Wollongong when it snuck in before sunrise in Sydney, NSW Australia!!!
I loved this "Short Stories" album. My girlfriend, now wife of 42 years, would sit and listen to this album and study all the images on the cover. Great days when we didn't know or care what "cash flow" ment. "Mail-order Annie" still makes me cry.
I saw him with one of his brothers in 1976 or 1977. It was one of the best concerts I have been ever to! He was a brilliant artist. And he had a wicked sense of humor! The first show - I went to had "blue" jokes and I was glad I heard them. The second show that night was broadcast on a local radio show and had no where the humor that the first did. But the Music - His music soared!
I think this song has more significance for those of us old enough to remember top-40 AM radio stations. I am reminded of several stations I listened to back then.
I remember hearing this song as kid and it touched me to the core. The longing and loneliness was so beautifully expressed, as much as my favorite poets ever could. I was so saddened by his tragic death but am heartened by his wonderful words and music that will live on forever.
I saw Harry several times when he would come do benefit concerts in Flint Michigan...I think for the Davidson Hotline. I was the morning man at one of the stations up there and he would interject local stations for WOLD. When he put in WGMZ, my son (about 5 at the time) jumped up and said..."That's my dad!" Harry was a GREAT talent...I miss him.
Brilliant performance of one of Harry's great (and underrated) songs!! Don't understand why this song wasn't a bigger hit. Thanks so much for posting this, bagnon!
@@kitwench1752 And because it hits WAY too close to home for most professional radio people up until the rise of "network" radio in the late '90s. Source: me. I was an 18 year old kid hired for every crap shift and anytime there was a remote that needed someone good running the board. I *saw* this song in front of me everyday... hell, Harry might as well have been singing about my Program Director at the time. The only difference was he didn't have a paunch... metabolism or coke, in retrospect... and no bald spot.
They played it all the time on KHJ, the top 40 station in Los Angeles. It’s just that it’s overshadowed by “Cat’s in the Cradle,” similar theme and easier for the masses to digest.
managed to catch this on a uk radio station called greatest hits radio during his top ten at 10 and didn't know who it were untill i did google and found cat in cradle amazing voice very strong voice
Way back in the early 70s, Harry and his band played my high school senior class concert. It is a night I will remember for the rest of my life. Not only was the music the best but he could not have been nicer. We miss you Harry.
Harry Chapin wrote the vast majority of “best lines ever” and remains irreplaceable. Thank you, sir, for the memories held in the back catalogue of my mind.
It's absolutely amazing that he can perform live and hit all the notes just the recorded one. The more I listen to this song, the more I appreciate his talent.
I saw him live at a benefit concert in Philly sometime in the early eighties. He brought his four year old son out on stage to "dance"🤣 Such an amazing songwriter. I miss him .
Love this...there's a spot on my head just Lookin for a new toupe,and a tire round my gut from sitting on my ****. a great lyricist,and a great story teller! RIP HARRY.
I've always been into all aspects of radio! Ham radio, shortwave and Am and Fm Broadcast listening! CB radio became a source of "social media" when I was a teen! This great work came out and became an anthem, for me, of the hobby! May we all stay young in our hearts, in our souls! 73's and 88's!
A quiet genius and humanitarian.Fabulous underrated singer/songwriter.Such a shame we don't see the likes of these musicians anymore...This track shows how way ahead of his time he truly was..R.I.P. Harry
When everyone else was just rockin' along with garbage lyrics, Harry was a writer and singer of music with a message. His songs were all about the impact of bad decisions on our lives.
I've been doing TAXI at KAREOKE and I do Harry rather well, and people love it. He was one of my very first loves as singers go. I knew TAXI by heart before I was 15. RIP Harry. Hope you were saved!
While in college our booking committee would book TOM CHAPIN, who seems to be "Carrying HARRY's Torch" , covering these INCREDIBLE SONGS. HARRY CHAPIN was an AMAZING #Songwriter and #Storyteller who reached us through his Insightful Art. When I go to coffee shops, Memories of HARRY CHAPIN's influential work helps me soothe and #reflect on our Fast-Paced World. Thank You #HARRY and TOM for continuing sharing these Sensitive and #Meaningful Songs... They're Truly #Special
I wasn't alive when Harry died. My dad brought me up on good music like Harry Chaplin one of the most under rated singers of his generation. Thanks dad but most importantly Thanks Harry and Rest In Peace. You died too early.
I passed a sign on the road today that had the initials WOD...and it made me think of this unique song...I remember from back when I was young hearing about him being in a Volkswagen Beetle and him getting hit from behind...thanks, Harry, for leaving us some snapshots in music form of some of your various takes on life...
I miss the days when songs like this, story songs with adult content, could get played on the radio coast to coast. We've lost something in this country...
Summer of 79 I found the cassette this song and taxi are on. Was the beginning of a greater appreciation for all types of music and songwriting in itself. This guy definitely changed my outlook on life.
I was a DJ at WBAB when he died. We were hosting a free concert at Eisenhower Park in in LI and he was literally driving on the LIE on the way to the show. We were watching the opening act when a state cop came up to us WBAB jocks backstage and told us what had happened. Our morning guy Bob Buchmann had to go on stage and tell 20,000+ fans what had just happened. Horrible day. He was a cool guy, one of the few rock stars who didn't smoke or drink. He used to stop by the station from time to time for interviews and to talk about his charity work.
Even better than the recording, sad day for music, miss you Harry, I was an aspiring folkie when you left us thanks for leaving us your beautiful music ❤
My very nice ex-husband and I went to a seriously great concert of Harry's in Wolfville, Nova Scotia in about 1980. He and the boys did WOLD. Unforgettable,
God, what an incredible talent. No one else ever wrote story songs anywhere near the caliber of his works. THE most under appreciated and under rated singer/song-writer ever.
Very nice story....I had found this very cool bar with a very cool juke box,I found a treasure...I played Harry Chapin,Jim Croce and I did not know other people were in the pub having lunch,but a man walked up to me and said you have wonderful taste in music,it was nice to have our lunch here.
Who’s listening in 2024… love this song and the story it tells
I am 😢
Me to
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I'm singing it in my Taxi... takin tips n' gettin sto-oh oh oned.
I am
What a beautiful song. RIP Harry,your music is still loved in 2023.
And in 2024
My favorite Chapin song. Universal message about longing and loss. And the line "you can travel on 10,000 miles and still stay where you are" is one of the best lyrics ever.
So true ,we carry our regrets with us everywhere
I soooo agree!
been there....running up the down escalater
We are all ghosts passing through this world just once...
Every time Harry would come to Winnipeg my girlfriend and I would go to his concert and smoke a little grass. We would then listen to his stories in music. It always seemed that Harry was on the couch in our living room it was so inviting. At 72 still listen to all his songs and still miss him with every song.
I love songwriters who are also storytellers, like Dylan, Waters, Joni and Harry of course
Winterpeg... did you manage to catch Burton in the audience?
WOLD , Cats In the Cradle , & Taxi could all be made into movies !
Master storyteller & songwriter . He sang from deep in his soul ,
Not the purest voice , but one with as much raw honesty & feeling as you will ever listen to .
Thanks Harry for all of this incredible unique music .
I love his songs got real nice sound
I agree. And those are my 3 favorite Chapin Songs.
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I know this is 8 years late but also I want to learn a love song!
@Gary O and all ... W*O*L*D was the basis for the TV show "WKRP in Cincinnati". The Howard Hessman character (Dr. Johnny Fever) was based on the DJ written about in the song. (and yes, I was a DJ and was friend of Harry's and considered him a phenomenal person and mentor!)
Used this as the opening theme to my radio shows when good music meant the AM dial, and there was good music. Harry was a friend and W*O*L*D has become my "anthem".
I knew Harry for a minute, and then he was gone, and 2 weeks later I met my hubby - 34 years later, I lost him last Tuesday ! But today is International DJ Day ; as I am a DJ - I just had to share ! My dear late husband used to wear ear plugs a lot ! R.I.P. MY sweet Bobby .
Hi AGAIN Judy Kinne....Dennis
Bless you.
One and only Harry Chapin.
@@pamelajarman2872 There was a real life station with those call letters that got some free publicity when this was a hit. I heard that on American Top 40. Chapin was one of those great songwriters who could put a story into a song.
So sorry for your loss Judy. I am sure he was a special man.
I saw Harry in 1975 when I was attending the Culinary Institute of America. We were smoking our bongs on a sunny hillside when he walked up the road from Poughkeepsie to Hyde Park. He was by himself and was there at our cooking school to raise awareness to world hunger. I am 67 now and it still is the best performance I have ever seen.
There are some people that hurt me about their death. Harry is one. I also miss Steve Irwin.
I'm 65 now, been a radio DJ since 1975....everything he says is pretty much right on
That's kind of sad and yet if you love what you're doing . . .
I loved Chapin in my kid years, then teen years, and now. The guy is unique and his songs reach into you.
"But you can travel on for ten thousand miles, and still stay where you are..."
and more , you can travel for a life time.
still true, from 🇧🇪
I've still got the original 45.vynal.from when it first came out 1974 if I remember right. I'm 70 now. Still love his sound
Its sad that he looks so young in this video, he died way to soon. You were a great musician and human. See you Harry!
He really was a great musician! He always gave credit to his brother Steve for leading the band musically and "making them sound better than they deserved" but he was a tremendous guitar player who played some rather complicated stuff when you consider that he was singing a novel at the same time. And his rare harmonica work showed that his musical talent further. This guy was a treasure.
Jesus, what a great loss to Mr. Chapin’s family and his millions of fans. He is greatly missed.
He died in a car wreck on the long island expressway. Caused by a heart attack. On his way to a benefit concert
All his songs are heaven to us-listen carefully! Love w respect, Karita.
Must agree saw him in Towson MD in the late 70s sure did enjoy his music wouldn't be popular now except with us classier music eftiicianados
I'm convinced that the 70's was the greatest decade for Band's , musicians ,songwriting ,production and everything else to do with popular music ! Nothing else comes close to the range and diversity of these fantastic entertainers ... Let's hope it's a cycle and it all comes around again soon !
Those were the days when music had melody and meaning. Released on December 22, 1973, reaching # 36 on March 23, 1974. We lost him much too soon, much like Jim Croce. R.I.P., Harry.
This guy would crush all artists today...
EXACTLY, mundrubjet
mundrubjet What artists?? They are all burned out millennials who couldn’t do a tune with out a synthesizer and boom boom boom,, sad 😞
Rocken Roller Chapin is great, but there are actually great singer-songwriters these days still.
yep
Absolutely !
Listening to harry for a loooong time.. a music maker of the best era in music... thanks harry
Reading these comments is a reminder of how much this man was loved...what a blessing to be remembered so fondly by so many...RIP Harry!
A lot of years ago, I was listening to a local radio station , Radio Hallam, in Sheffield , England. Harry Chapin was being interviewed by a DJ named Johnny Moran, who was the morning presenter at the station. Harry Chapin must have had a gig in our city. Anyway , Johnny Moran asked Harry if he would sing a jingle to use on his show, and it went something like this " Johnny Moran's the mornin' DJ on Hallam Radio-o-o-o-o-o-o-o ". Johnny was using that jingle for months......... Sweet memories.
If Harry already isn't, he deserves to be the the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! Was a class act who was taken from us way too soon.
watcherofthesky trickofthetail Sadly the power to be still have failed to induct a true artist, in favor of electing painted faces that only seem to know how to play one song. +
I love how he sings with such great passion.WOLD!
FUCK the Roll and Roll Hall of Fame! I can't stand reading that kind of comment! It's all a scam, IMO. Everyone deserves the honor!
I wouldn’t wish the R&R HOF on anyone!
@@JohnJones22856You have no idea what you’re talking about
My favorite Chapin song. Haunting, sad, real. What a singer. What an artist. What a musician. RIP Harry Chapin
My mom played his music for me (I was born the year he passed) and I grew to love and appreciate it as she did. It's important for parents to pass on a love of music so we can love the amazing artists that came before us, some of whom are long gone.
Long live Harry in our hearts heads and his songs.
Candice ecidnaC
Green Eyed Lady...by Sugarloaf
@@loveisneverasin9092 what does that have to do with anything?
I liked your comment , and just noticed that you had Green Eyes, and called out that song. Here is what I should have said:
" That was a very sweet romantic look at what Harry Chapin has been to you, and how important it is that song writers like him be remembered : you write from the passion & emotion of a very Sentimental Lady with nice memories.
@@loveisneverasin9092 I have blue eyes, hence my confusion at your comment. I have central heterochromia, which means my eyes are each 3 different colors: blue, a dark blue outside, and a copper ring around the middle. Regardless of my CH, I assure you they're not green.
It's hard to find the superlatives to do justice to the quality of the music and lyrics, while 'spellbinding' is the best I can do regarding the performance.
Harry Chapin's life ended far too soon, but what a legacy he left behind.
Saw Harry twice in concert before he was lost to us. There was no one else like him.
We saw him in Miami.. great concert!!
"that's how this business goes"--I can relate..I worked from Gainesville, to Orlando, to New York back to Orlando (with a stop in Alabama) Had chance to interview Harry...wonderful man.
Mr. Chapin organized and appeared in many benefit concerts for causes, including a campaign against world hunger, environmental and consumer issues and the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. At one time, more than half his concerts were benefits. Raised Thousands for Arts
joseph bean one for them , one for me . That’s the way he thought
Never knew that, I know he done a few benefit shows just not that many.
Harry Chapin knew exactly what he was talking about when he wrote this song.
This is so good that it hurts.
Harry was always the voice that wasn't cool enough for radio, but we will take to our graves....RIP Harry, I love you.
His songs reflect so many of us and our past lives.
Not main stream radio’s but late late shows- Harry will keep travelling & never stop being played RIP Morning DJ🔊❤️
I read that it was because a lot of his songs were all very long and that's why they didn't play many on the radio
I just herd it on the radio, fantastic song
The world was a better place for having a singer like Mr. Chapin, he truly was a class act.
Look at that! No auto tune or anything. Just pure damn talent!!!❤
For my 45th birthday today - this is the perfect song....and will be all year long! Feelin' all of 45....goin' on 15!!!!!
Loved it originally. Now at 71 my millionaire son never calls or visits. I made him. Jesus, this song is me, him. Thanks Harry, you're a genius. X
What a passionate Singer, I had tears running down my face , while listening to this, so many memories..
It feels as tho I lost a real friend when Harry died. There will never be a poet singer like him.
The stories are like mini movies. You feel like you are right there
Perfectly said.
Saw Harry at least a half dozen times from ‘78 to ‘82. I knew all the jokes and stories he’d tell. A true poet and troubadour.
I was fortunate to see Harry in concert at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the Music Center the year that he died. He was very humble and fantastic. God rest your soul Harry....we love you!
So….my 1st husband was a major market DJ….emphasis on first…LOL…I lived this song (without the 3 kids)…then after the next marriage I graduated to “TAXI” status. I also had a chance to spend a little time with Harry which was possibly the most spectacular time of my life…..Happy memories always….
I remember when radio in the 70s was saturated with echo, they do this greatly in this song. Irony first heard this on 2WL (AM station) Wollongong when it snuck in before sunrise in Sydney, NSW Australia!!!
This is so well done, for a live version. I was really into this track in 74; where have all the years gone, and sad he is not with us. Just enjoy.
Simply in another class of artists...Harry will always carry on despite him leaving us too soon...timeless classics and oh those haunting lyrics.
I loved this "Short Stories" album. My girlfriend, now wife of 42 years, would sit and listen to this album and study all the images on the cover. Great days when we didn't know or care what "cash flow" ment. "Mail-order Annie" still makes me cry.
My husband and I both DJd back in the day. This song always struck a chord 😊
I love the sheer pathos of this song. The angst of a man who has lost his way and can't get back.
I saw him with one of his brothers in 1976 or 1977. It was one of the best concerts I have been ever to! He was a brilliant artist. And he had a wicked sense of humor! The first show - I went to had "blue" jokes and I was glad I heard them. The second show that night was broadcast on a local radio show and had no where the humor that the first did. But the Music - His music soared!
He came to Flint, Mich. every year in December. A great entertainer he was! He spent his final birthday here (December 1980) doing a show.
I saw Harry and band around various NYC & Long Island venues. Was always a fun, entertaining, and rewarding show
Amy, So did I . You you had to bring a food donation. What a great concert
I thought he was killed in 1974?
@@kayvancooten4657 According to Wikipedia Harry Chapin was killed in a fatal traffic accident - not his fault - in 1981.
The late great Harry Chapin what a voice he was blessed with
Come back to this video often. Great song, great loss.
I think this song has more significance for those of us old enough to remember top-40 AM radio stations. I am reminded of several stations I listened to back then.
I remember hearing this song as kid and it touched me to the core. The longing and loneliness was so beautifully expressed, as much as my favorite poets ever could. I was so saddened by his tragic death but am heartened by his wonderful words and music that will live on forever.
RIP Harry Chapin on of the greatest story tellers of all time
I saw Harry several times when he would come do benefit concerts in Flint Michigan...I think for the Davidson Hotline. I was the morning man at one of the stations up there and he would interject local stations for WOLD. When he put in WGMZ, my son (about 5 at the time) jumped up and said..."That's my dad!" Harry was a GREAT talent...I miss him.
Brilliant performance of one of Harry's great (and underrated) songs!! Don't understand why this song wasn't a bigger hit. Thanks so much for posting this, bagnon!
Because it's uncomfortable. Because it's raw, and honest.
@@kitwench1752 And because it hits WAY too close to home for most professional radio people up until the rise of "network" radio in the late '90s.
Source: me. I was an 18 year old kid hired for every crap shift and anytime there was a remote that needed someone good running the board. I *saw* this song in front of me everyday... hell, Harry might as well have been singing about my Program Director at the time. The only difference was he didn't have a paunch... metabolism or coke, in retrospect... and no bald spot.
@@Wonderduck1 I was just going to post this….
They played it all the time on KHJ, the top 40 station in Los Angeles. It’s just that it’s overshadowed by “Cat’s in the Cradle,” similar theme and easier for the masses to digest.
I hadnt heard of Harry Chapin until The cover of Cats in the cradle came out since then hes been my favorite artist of all time
Harry Chapin, Dan Fogelberg, and John Denver. All gone too soon.
lobo81865 And Jim Croce.
Stu Miller Spot on, brother!! Jim Croce was a hit machine!!
Stu Miller Oh yeah. How could I have forgotten Croce? He was great too.
+lobo81865 Jim Croce, Harry Chapin, Dan Fogelberg, John Denver, James Taylor...all great storyteller songwriters, and why I picked up a six string.
lobo81865 add Gerry Rafferty to the list
Love this song. As you get more life experience, Harry's songs seem to reveal more and more meaning. My favorite to sing in the shower. :)
I managed to see Harry in York before he died , have loved him since the 70s , greatest singer story ever
managed to catch this on a uk radio station called greatest hits radio during his top ten at 10 and didn't know who it were untill i did google and found cat in cradle amazing voice very strong voice
A natural story teller greatly missed thank you harry for t memories still relevant today as all great songs are ❤
Way back in the early 70s, Harry and his band played my high school senior class concert. It is a night I will remember for the rest of my life. Not only was the music the best but he could not have been nicer. We miss you Harry.
sounds as good now as it did in the 70s fantastic
what a great 70,s song doesnt get played on the radio as it should
Maybe hits too close to home?!
Harry Chapin wrote the vast majority of “best lines ever” and remains irreplaceable. Thank you, sir, for the memories held in the back catalogue of my mind.
absolute brilliant singer songwriter love from the isle of man in great britain 2024 superb person so sad loss
I miss Harry and his music badly.
Such a sad loss of Harry and Jim
Two bright stars, snuffed out too quickly.
I miss him. Yes, best Harry Chapin song. And, that's writing a lot.
This song was played at my uncles funeral . It was his favorite song. Happy birthday uncle Dave. All of of us miss you love taylor
It's absolutely amazing that he can perform live and hit all the notes just the recorded one. The more I listen to this song, the more I appreciate his talent.
I saw him live at a benefit concert in Philly sometime in the early eighties. He brought his four year old son out on stage to "dance"🤣 Such an amazing songwriter. I miss him .
thats pretty cool
Still feel sad to this day hearing this song. True genius - pure poetry. The key changes still knock me out.
Love this...there's a spot on my head just Lookin for a new toupe,and a tire round my gut from sitting on my ****. a great lyricist,and a great story teller! RIP HARRY.
There will never ever be another Harry Chapin
I've always been into all aspects of radio! Ham radio, shortwave and Am and Fm Broadcast listening! CB radio became a source of "social media" when I was a teen! This great work came out and became an anthem, for me, of the hobby! May we all stay young in our hearts, in our souls! 73's and 88's!
'Ol Harry was an awesome story teller and great humanitarian..he certainly is missed..RIP Harry
Love his music. A real man who sang about real people and real struggles!
Brings back some happy and sad memories. i loved every song he ever song but WOLD is a tear jerker also Cat's in the Cradle.
A quiet genius and humanitarian.Fabulous underrated singer/songwriter.Such a shame we don't see the likes of these musicians anymore...This track shows how way ahead of his time he truly was..R.I.P. Harry
This is one of my favorite songs of Harry Chapin ❤️💕💕😊, Harry had such an amazing voice!!
When everyone else was just rockin' along with garbage lyrics, Harry was a writer and singer of music with a message. His songs were all about the impact of bad decisions on our lives.
I've been doing TAXI at KAREOKE and I do Harry rather well, and people love it. He was one of my very first loves as singers go. I knew TAXI by heart before I was 15. RIP Harry. Hope you were saved!
While in college our booking committee would book TOM CHAPIN, who seems to be "Carrying HARRY's Torch" , covering these INCREDIBLE SONGS.
HARRY CHAPIN was an AMAZING #Songwriter and #Storyteller who reached us through his Insightful Art.
When I go to coffee shops, Memories of HARRY CHAPIN's influential work helps me soothe and #reflect on our Fast-Paced World.
Thank You #HARRY and TOM for continuing sharing these Sensitive and #Meaningful Songs... They're Truly #Special
I've always identified with these sad, lonely characters in Harry's songs.
A truly amazing voice and talented musical storyteller..
I wasn't alive when Harry died. My dad brought me up on good music like Harry Chaplin one of the most under rated singers of his generation. Thanks dad but most importantly Thanks Harry and Rest In Peace. You died too early.
God bless the 1970s
I passed a sign on the road today that had the initials WOD...and it made me think of this unique song...I remember from back when I was young hearing about him being in a Volkswagen Beetle and him getting hit from behind...thanks, Harry, for leaving us some snapshots in music form of some of your various takes on life...
This song still sends shivers up and down my spine! Harry Chapin was the consummate storyteller. And who doesn't need a cello in the band!
A great song telling an interesting story.
RIP Harry we miss you and the stories we will never had the chance to hear.
I miss the days when songs like this, story songs with adult content, could get played on the radio coast to coast. We've lost something in this country...
Summer of 79 I found the cassette this song and taxi are on. Was the beginning of a greater appreciation for all types of music and songwriting in itself. This guy definitely changed my outlook on life.
I remembered when he actually played at our high school in Williamsville, NY. That would have been between '73 and '77. Absolutely great!!!!
RIP Harry. One of the greats.
I was a DJ at WBAB when he died. We were hosting a free concert at Eisenhower Park in in LI and he was literally driving on the LIE on the way to the show. We were watching the opening act when a state cop came up to us WBAB jocks backstage and told us what had happened. Our morning guy Bob Buchmann had to go on stage and tell 20,000+ fans what had just happened. Horrible day. He was a cool guy, one of the few rock stars who didn't smoke or drink. He used to stop by the station from time to time for interviews and to talk about his charity work.
Still miss you Harry Chapin . A huge part of my childhood during good times & bad. Gone but never forgotten Xx
Even better than the recording, sad day for music, miss you Harry, I was an aspiring folkie when you left us thanks for leaving us your beautiful music ❤
My very nice ex-husband and I went to a seriously great concert of Harry's in Wolfville, Nova Scotia in about 1980. He and the boys did WOLD. Unforgettable,
God, what an incredible talent. No one else ever wrote story songs anywhere near the caliber of his works. THE most under appreciated and under rated singer/song-writer ever.
This has always been my favorite song by Harry Chapin...it has haunted me for years. Thank you for posting a memory.
Very nice story....I had found this very cool bar with a very cool juke box,I found a treasure...I played Harry Chapin,Jim Croce and I did not know other people were in the pub having lunch,but a man walked up to me and said you have wonderful taste in music,it was nice to have our lunch here.
Class act From me in the U.K. happy days 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍🏼