I grew up in the south... Southeastern North Carolina. Hands down my favorite song of all time. Thanks for the story behind the song. I really appreciate it.
As much as some would like to make this a "southern" anthem Good Ole Boys Like Me strikes a chord with people from all over. Maybe it's the father/son relationship, the love of the land, the literary references. Don's delivery likely had much to do with it, but it's the words that bring forth the emotions that makes this song special. Genius. In my opinion one of the best songs ever written. It makes one FEEL.
I am a woman who grew up in Ohio, yet I find this song deeply moving. I think any person who has ever felt "othered" can relate to these words. Don Williams performed it so very beautifully.
This is probably my favorite country song of all time. The first time I heard it sung by the late great Don Williams I was blown away. I'm not from the south, I just appreciate a great well written song and I can't think of anyone who could have told the story any better than Don. Thank You Mr. McDill
I recall Bob being on Bobby Bare's talk show on TNN years back. Bobby said that "Good Ole Boys Like Me" is the first country song to ever be considered as authentic American literature. After watching this interview it is clear just how deeply rooted in literature was the song's creation. Still brings tears to my eyes and I was born in California and raised in Alaska. :)
Awesome song that resonates with my soul!!!!!!! Love this song.and always did from the first time I heard it on the radio. Still remember working out in the garden and weeding and watering the tomatoes and green peppers and listening to this song on a hot sunny summer day and wishing there was a repeat button on the radio. The 1970's and 1980's were the best years for country music and the best artists and songs.
This song is incredible. It just pieces all the right things together to make something very powerful. I don't even know how to put it into words. I cry when I listen to it.
This song moves my soul. It is one of my favorite songs in the whole world. The first time I heard it, I got goosebumps. I am in awe of the magic of his songwriting. These beautiful lyrics capture so many resonating themes of life. ❤️
Oh, gosh, I can't believe I accidently saw this flashing in front of my RUclips world!! I live in the far north... and I think I've only been to the "deep south" once, but I would love the songwriter to know that I was anticipating Tennessee (for the first time) SO much that I brought a self-made cassette tape from home (during a time when a rental car would almost surely have a cassette tape player) and had THIS VERY SONG cued up to be playing as I crossed the state line from NC on the path to the Smoky Mountains National Park. The song is such a gentle and splendid representation of laid-back life in the south and so wonderfully performed by Don Williams. I hope the writer has heard many times over just how many people have been moved by this tune.
"Nothing makes a sound in the night like the wind does But you ain't afraid if you're washed in the blood like I was" Whole song is great but thats my fav line and nobody could deliver it better than Don
one of the maybe 100 perfect songs/recordings in any style of music,i would like to know what song kept this out of the #1 spot.i bet it was forgotten in a year
Few things are perfect. This song is perfect. Probably the greatest country song ever recorded.
When you can listen to a song for the tenth million time and it still sounds like the first....you done found yer favorite song!
I grew up in the south... Southeastern North Carolina. Hands down my favorite song of all time. Thanks for the story behind the song. I really appreciate it.
Nice!
As much as some would like to make this a "southern" anthem Good Ole Boys Like Me strikes a chord with people from all over. Maybe it's the father/son relationship, the love of the land, the literary references. Don's delivery likely had much to do with it, but it's the words that bring forth the emotions that makes this song special. Genius. In my opinion one of the best songs ever written. It makes one FEEL.
Tom Swinburn Oh yes, I feel the same way. ❤️
Good Ole Boys is ALWAYS a reference to Southern men === the good ole boys stand by each other.
I am a woman who grew up in Ohio, yet I find this song deeply moving. I think any person who has ever felt "othered" can relate to these words. Don Williams performed it so very beautifully.
When my time is done on earth... i surly hope and pray this song is played at my funeral
Born and raised here in the south! My home land that I will never leave. This I truly one of the best songs ever written
This is probably my favorite country song of all time. The first time I heard it sung by the late great Don Williams I was blown away. I'm not from the south, I just appreciate a great well written song and I can't think of anyone who could have told the story any better than Don.
Thank You Mr. McDill
I recall Bob being on Bobby Bare's talk show on TNN years back. Bobby said that "Good Ole Boys Like Me" is the first country song to ever be considered as authentic American literature. After watching this interview it is clear just how deeply rooted in literature was the song's creation. Still brings tears to my eyes and I was born in California and raised in Alaska. :)
Raised in Alaska but I love it to.
I intend to have this song played at my funeral. Love every line. “John R and The Wolfman kept me company.”
Awesome song that resonates with my soul!!!!!!! Love this song.and always did from the first time I heard it on the radio. Still remember working out in the garden and weeding and watering the tomatoes and green peppers and listening to this song on a hot sunny summer day and wishing there was a repeat button on the radio. The 1970's and 1980's were the best years for country music and the best artists and songs.
Michael Natsarim ❤️❤️❤️👌
Michael Natsarim you have said what so many people feel, about this song. Gota be one of the greatest Country songs going.
It makes me cry too.
I want to record a cover of this song, but I can't get through without breaking up.
The line about honor strikes a cord with me. Raised by a southern Dad.
This song is incredible. It just pieces all the right things together to make something very powerful. I don't even know how to put it into words. I cry when I listen to it.
bradh716 Me too! ❤️
This song moves my soul. It is one of my favorite songs in the whole world. The first time I heard it, I got goosebumps. I am in awe of the magic of his songwriting. These beautiful lyrics capture so many resonating themes of life. ❤️
Great song from a great writer..... I get lots of requests to do it, also nice to perform.
Genius writing!
Oh, gosh, I can't believe I accidently saw this flashing in front of my RUclips world!!
I live in the far north... and I think I've only been to the "deep south" once, but I would love the songwriter to know that I was anticipating Tennessee (for the first time) SO much that I brought a self-made cassette tape from home (during a time when a rental car would almost surely have a cassette tape player) and had THIS VERY SONG cued up to be playing as I crossed the state line from NC on the path to the Smoky Mountains National Park. The song is such a gentle and splendid representation of laid-back life in the south and so wonderfully performed by Don Williams. I hope the writer has heard many times over just how many people have been moved by this tune.
I never knew my dad played on the album! Wow! Thanks, Dak!
Katie Stover your dad is awesome. :)
my favorite song of all time
Amen.
"Nothing makes a sound in the night like the wind does
But you ain't afraid if you're washed in the blood like I was" Whole song is great but thats my fav line and nobody could deliver it better than Don
Goat. He is special.
Incredible. Thank You for this!
one of the maybe 100 perfect songs/recordings in any style of music,i would like to know what song kept this out of the #1 spot.i bet it was forgotten in a year
I got curious and looked into it. Turns out it was some Ronnie Milsap song I can't recall hearing.
www.billboard.com/charts/country-songs/1980-05-31
@@OhioDan I believe "He Stopped Loving Her Today" won Song of the Year.
The Tennessee Williams line gave it away. I knew the guy who wrote it was learned
luve that song!!!
Stonewall Jackson above my head
brilliant
very nice
insightful.
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I always thought Don Williams wrote that song. This is very interesting.
indeed....
Bob is my cousin
The Williams Boys were Bob, Don, Dick and Andy.
(He knew that, it's was an 'in' joke for Don)
Yep, Don Williams is Andy Williams brother.
Wrong Don Williams.
Did Dave Stamey completely plagiarize this in his song "Montana"?... Would love another's opinion, thank you
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