About 2 1/2 years ago my Grandfather was diagnosed with lung cancer. He absolutely loves Carl Smith, especially this song. It reminds him of his childhood and his father who is now long passed. About 2 years ago, right before I left home for basic training (week before Christmas), I was sitting in the ICU with him and my grandmother. He had the majority of his right lung taken out and was in rough shape. He was sitting on the bed, had a ton of wires hanging from him and was mostly unconscious from all the medication that he was currently on. I remember sitting next to him with my grandmother. Her and I were talking about his past time, and then all of the sudden it hit me... I pulled out my phone and opened up RUclips. I began playing this exact video. (He was still unconscious at this time). His hand began to twitch, followed by his face. His lips began to move as he was singing this song subconsciously. My grandmother began to cry, as this song put his mind in a time that was not the present. A much simpler and happier time for him.
Bless you, Bless you. It's hard to let them go. My Mother loved orchids. I got her one every Mother's Day. This year I'll have to put it on her grave. She passed 2 months ago. I sure miss my precious sweet Momma, but I know she is safe with JESUS now free from pain and sorrows. ❤
@@love2bluff He lived for a few years after his surgery but was in very poor health. He was fully coherent but he was very limited physically as he would be completely out of breath from only a few steps. He ended up passing away October of last year after a tough battle with cancer.
1967 - I was working as a cowboy in the Canadian Rockies in my gap year. We had Saturday afternoons off and retreated to the bunk house to watch the Carl Smith show on TV. Such memories - started my lifelong love of country music
Carl Smith is a country legend that has never faded away..still listening and enjoying all this fabulous music..this is beautiful and the words are full of truth..great guitar player and sensational singer..amazing talent
On a lot of Saturday nights while stationed at ft Campbell KY, in the 1950 I used to set up back and listen to all these greats. After prime time 8-9pm when they were live on the radio, they let us army guys come in free.there were many great in those times.
@@gregnormal55. I am older now, still can hear my Mom sing this song! She would sit on back porch with her guitar with my Dad and play this! I love it, always!
@@rhondaboncutter5812 Hey! That is very good to know, I just can't stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If I may ask which of all their songs is your favorite? Have a great day... Stay Safe
@@rhondaboncutter5812 Hey! I hope you're having a very wonderful day so far, this is one of my favorite song of all time! If I may ask where are you from? You take care and be safe
My grandmother use to sing this to me all the time when I was a kid. Oh what I wouldn't give to hear her sing it to me once again. I learned to play the guitar so I could sing for her and she would always want me to sing this song.
After 3 TIAs and a 4th Major Stroke, my Dad, by the Almighty's Mercy, picked up his Mom's ancient Gibson (I have it), and rocked out "Strawberry Roan". He has sung this tune ("Orchid") for the better part of my 50 years. It is a favorite.
Saw Carl in Charleston SC 1955..He was with Goldie Hill, Tommy Collins and Porter Wagoner who had just begun with the great hit SATISFIED MIND. It was a great show from beginning to end.Carl has always been my favorite Country singer with so many great songs.
When I was a little girl my mame use to sing this all the time, 1/18/18 she left this world, and I feel now that I often overlooked how wonderful she was to me. Appreciate the people in your life, tomorrow night never come for them. Mame you were the beautiful orchid, and I’m so sorry.
I started singing at the age of 16 people alway said i sound like Carl Smith he was my mentor I m 84 now and have been on radio in Kansas city Mo televison in Sedila mo and about 100 taverns and private clubs in Kansas city kansas poppa kelly was my sreel player Gene Brehm lead guitar union band retired in2010 been singing gospel songs for the Lord I go way back to 1946 with Carl Smith and Marty Robbins fans have been good to. ME
I do believe the late great Mickey Gilley had a version of this song out in 1974 I do believe It s the song that got his foot into the country music business Great version by Carl though thanks for posting and take care
My husband and me are country people and love all the old songs I lost my husband dec fifth 2015 dated three months married on his birthday April fourteen 1973 he was a twin
country music is just not like this anymore...the way the are cutting up before carl sings...the folks would chear and clap at the solos,you don't here that no more....so sad
Is it just me, or is this melody possibly the basis for Mama's Hungry Eyes. I though it was that song when I heard it from the other room. Listen and try to imagine switching the lyrics.
In the 60's every kid in at least Queensland schools sang the song, " 'Tis Anzac Day." Why can't I even get it on RUclips. Can anybody please find and post it. Maybe Blind Freddy. Thanks in advance, Ken Wong. P.S., I lost my great uncle, Richard Wesley Wong in France, 02 03 1917.
I read somewhere once that Jim Reeves was a guest, and sang his 1959 hit "If You Were Mine" and sang it while flirting around Carl's girlfriend. Carl gave him dagger looks. I don't think Carl had much time time for Jim after that.
About 2 1/2 years ago my Grandfather was diagnosed with lung cancer. He absolutely loves Carl Smith, especially this song. It reminds him of his childhood and his father who is now long passed. About 2 years ago, right before I left home for basic training (week before Christmas), I was sitting in the ICU with him and my grandmother. He had the majority of his right lung taken out and was in rough shape. He was sitting on the bed, had a ton of wires hanging from him and was mostly unconscious from all the medication that he was currently on. I remember sitting next to him with my grandmother. Her and I were talking about his past time, and then all of the sudden it hit me... I pulled out my phone and opened up RUclips. I began playing this exact video. (He was still unconscious at this time). His hand began to twitch, followed by his face. His lips began to move as he was singing this song subconsciously. My grandmother began to cry, as this song put his mind in a time that was not the present. A much simpler and happier time for him.
Bless you, Bless you. It's hard to let them go. My Mother loved orchids. I got her one every Mother's Day. This year I'll have to put it on her grave. She passed 2 months ago. I sure miss my precious sweet Momma, but I know she is safe with JESUS now free from pain and sorrows. ❤
Did he recover at all from the surgery?
@@love2bluff He lived for a few years after his surgery but was in very poor health. He was fully coherent but he was very limited physically as he would be completely out of breath from only a few steps. He ended up passing away October of last year after a tough battle with cancer.
God Bless ypu
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I always loved this song. My Dad used to sing it when I was about 5 or 6. I'm 72 now, and I still think of Dad when I hear this song.
He was a great singer I loved Carl Smith I still play his music almost every day !!!!!
@quiqui1112 not his music thats my grandfather's music he stole for a bar tab ARTHUR Q SMITH wrote that song
1967 - I was working as a cowboy in the Canadian Rockies in my gap year. We had Saturday afternoons off and retreated to the bunk house to watch the Carl Smith show on TV. Such memories - started my lifelong love of country music
He didn't write this song this was a song he my grandfather wrote arthur q smith
@@justinjohnson4230 that's right. Rip Carl Smith and Arthur q Smith
None Ever Better. This beautiful song by the Great Carl Smith will still be popular 100 years from now.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Carl Smith--my favorite country singer
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Carl Smith is a country legend that has never faded away..still listening and enjoying all this fabulous music..this is beautiful and the words are full of truth..great guitar player and sensational singer..amazing talent
That stole majority of his song from my grandfather ARTHUR Q SMITH he's a fake
Another great singer miss all the old greats in country music
You mean the old great song stealer this was my grandfather Arthur Q Smith's song
On a lot of Saturday nights while stationed at ft Campbell KY, in the 1950 I used to set up back and listen to all these greats. After prime time 8-9pm when they were live on the radio, they let us army guys come in free.there were many great in those times.
Well this is such a great song with such meaning . We over look Orchids so ofter . This is such great singing , I often wish I had a voice like this,
Amazing singer amazing song
My late Mom used to sing and play guitar to this song when I was a kid! I still love it!
Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!
@@gregnormal55. I am older now, still can hear my Mom sing this song! She would sit on back porch with her guitar with my Dad and play this! I love it, always!
@@rhondaboncutter5812 Hey! That is very good to know, I just can't stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If I may ask which of all their songs is your favorite? Have a great day... Stay Safe
@@gregnormal55. I know your message was from a while ago, but this song, still makes me remember my Mom and her guitar! A widow now! Life goes on!
@@rhondaboncutter5812 Hey! I hope you're having a very wonderful day so far, this is one of my favorite song of all time! If I may ask where are you from? You take care and be safe
I don't know much about Country music history so I just learned about Carl Smith today. So far I like what I hear..."Hey Joe!".
This was a amazing singer. Love everything This man has ever sang.
Hello Lydia
It's MORE better watching on a SamSUNG!!! ;)
@@mr.blackhawk142it's much better listening on vinyl 👌
My grandmother use to sing this to me all the time when I was a kid. Oh what I wouldn't give to hear her sing it to me once again. I learned to play the guitar so I could sing for her and she would always want me to sing this song.
After 3 TIAs and a 4th Major Stroke, my Dad, by the Almighty's Mercy, picked up his Mom's ancient Gibson (I have it), and rocked out "Strawberry Roan". He has sung this tune ("Orchid") for the better part of my 50 years. It is a favorite.
Saw Carl in Charleston SC 1955..He was with Goldie Hill, Tommy Collins and Porter Wagoner who had just begun with the great hit SATISFIED MIND. It was a great show from beginning to end.Carl has always been my favorite Country singer with so many great songs.
When I was a little girl my mame use to sing this all the time, 1/18/18 she left this world, and I feel now that I often overlooked how wonderful she was to me. Appreciate the people in your life, tomorrow night never come for them. Mame you were the beautiful orchid, and I’m so sorry.
Hello Kristin
I think some of us overlook an orchid, and are sorry later. Beautiful song
So very true
Ok coming
You got that right........
When I was dating my future husband he use to sing this to me! He passed away 8 years ago and I miss him so! We were married 53 yrs when he passed!
I started singing at the age of 16 people alway said i sound like Carl Smith he was my mentor I m 84 now and have been on radio in Kansas city Mo televison in Sedila mo and about 100 taverns and private clubs in Kansas city kansas poppa kelly was my sreel player Gene Brehm lead guitar union band retired in2010 been singing gospel songs for the Lord I go way back to 1946 with Carl Smith and Marty Robbins fans have been good to. ME
Hi Donna Welsh , I am so sorry for your loss but don't blame him for singing this song.
I'm so sorry for your loss God bless you and be with you
Donna Welch
ive listenen to this man since i was a young kid. amazing singer
Love this song and I love Carl Smith
an oldie but a goody. Sung by one of the Greats.Thanks for sharing.
MY FAVORITE SONG OF ALL TIME LOVE CARL SMITH BE A FAN FOR OVER 60 YEARS I USE TO SING IT WALKING BEHIND A HORES OR MULE GOD BLESS CARL
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What an amazing song. How many Orchids do we overlook every single day? Let this inspire us to do so less.
I love Porters' laugh. Always makes me smile. See you in heaven & looking fwd to hearing all these gifted country singers around God's throne.
what more can you say,, such a great song,, among the best ever
Carlene Carters father. He was a great singer
ive grown up with this song very beautiful
Hello Lacey
This is a fantastic song!!!
Will always be my favourite singer, still play his records
I just love Porters laugh. So cute. 😊
Don did a good job on steel with this one. Carl was one of the great country singers and never really got the recognition he deserved.
I have heard my Dad cop this song for the better part of 50 years. I adore it.
I do believe the late great Mickey Gilley had a version of this song out in 1974 I do believe It s the song that got his foot into the country music business Great version by Carl though thanks for posting and take care
Carl, a great band, and a great sense of humor.
I love the song I over looked the orchid♥️♥️
Dang I wish I could have seen this episode in full!!!!, Love Carl, thanks for putting this up!!
Carl, you are the orchids and the rose. Thanks. See you heaven.
How nice.
The perfect voice for singing that classic.
I love Carl Smith and wish he was still here with us, he was a good looking man and could really sing, I loved him and still do
@@carolyn2704 Nice comment from a genuine Carl Smith admirer. Carl Smith became a true country music legend. Best regards from Brazil.
Wow that brings back a lot of memories
THIS IS CLASSIC COUNTRY
Written by Carl Story, of Greer, South Kerliner...A good man and highly regarded in Greer and all who knew him...
This song was written by Arthur Q Smith ol Carl stole it
My father used this song to remind me of my girlfriend l lost when I was barely 19 . Or my 1st wife but he knew I found a new orchid.
When I , hear Carl Smith sing, I think of an old friend that has passed on. His name was Buddy.
Beautiful music ❤️❤️❤️
My husband and me are country people and love all the old songs I lost my husband dec fifth 2015 dated three months married on his birthday April fourteen 1973 he was a twin
Beautiful song ty
Hello Rebecca
Thank you for posting this. Love it
Forever good!!
Love this song!
Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!
love this song, it means something to me.
Hello Ruth
Luved this song--
Beautiful song
Beautiful i love the song
Hello Kitty
country music is just not like this anymore...the way the are cutting up before carl sings...the folks would chear and clap at the solos,you don't here that no more....so sad
Gary Free The solution is quite simple. The music that moved to all that cutting up on stage doesn't exist anymore.
Gary Free It hasn't been country for a long time. It's Nashpop.
i know to well ,i grew up on this real country music.
yes ain't it a shame
i know ain't it a shame
HAD TO SING THIS SONG ALL THE TIME WE WERE TRAVLING DOWN TO NIXVILLE SC FOR MAMA AND BACK STREET AFFAIR
Hello Barbara
Is it just me, or is this melody possibly the basis for Mama's Hungry Eyes. I though it was that song when I heard it from the other room. Listen and try to imagine switching the lyrics.
When I was 16 I broke up with my boy friend he sent me this song and went on to join service and spend 23 yrs there.
Hello pat
I over looked an orchid don't cheat in our home town your cheating heart send me the pillow you dream on
Åå i love the beautiful nice song
Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!
In the 60's every kid in at least Queensland schools sang the song, " 'Tis Anzac Day." Why can't I even get it on RUclips. Can anybody please find and post it. Maybe Blind Freddy. Thanks in advance, Ken Wong. P.S., I lost my great uncle, Richard Wesley Wong in France, 02 03 1917.
Beautiful
A very special old song.
Their is know better music than the old county how many agree
Good old song even when gilley recorded it
I read somewhere once that Jim Reeves was a guest, and sang his 1959 hit "If You Were Mine" and sang it while flirting around Carl's girlfriend. Carl gave him dagger looks. I don't think Carl had much time time for Jim after that.
Wow , interisting .
Porter snorted!!! Lol
Ok, is this the dude who was on an episode of Gilligan's Island?
The guy who came there looking for wild game and decided to hunt Gilligan lol
Dwight and hank initi
KEEP IT HPIMH
john mckinlay Dwight yoakam and Hank snow
Thanks!!!
The Master.
Whatever happened to Hippy A. Clown?
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How tall was Carl Smith country singer
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Add I kept the wine and threw away the Rose .
My mom sung this to me only to be in a delimma also Chris miller
OMG, Porter in b&w.
Hello Virginia
I agree people do that to people
im a forever fan
A woman can over look an orchid also
Hello Elaine
Speck Rhodes having way too much fun during a fairly somber song......
"good" country music
Who wrote this song? Thanks
Don't know, I didn't want to say but he has your eyes and ears 👂 😆 😂
@@David-jk1kv Thank you...
@@averyrossana2804 So sweet
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Dooley
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hey wasn't this actually written by Author Q Smith...?
Ashen
Hello pat
Why would porter say that
Say what?
You were a great singer and I loved your songs, but you sure overlooked an Orchid when you left June Carter for Goldie Hill.
This is the worst country music ever what about by me aboat
I would have to disagree.
Sorry Stephanie , but I too ,strongly disagree
Stefanie. Your musical taste leaves a lot to be desired. This Music doesn't get any better. This is pure country.