A great version of an American anthem. Steve Goodman who wrote this, and many other standout songs, deserves far greater recognition, despite dying so young.
It does not matter where you may be from , and what your tastes may be , when you listen to a country western like this one , with these peformers , you just have to love it .
As the son of a proud railwayman who did his job with pride every day, this song really resonates with me. Those of us who remember the fading years of steam will always love this.
I wish I could say that I could join you in fond memories of the railroad, as I would love to have been working for one of the major or even minor railroads, in the days of Passenger service. Unfortunately the closest I ever got was working on the two-way radios and Communications equipment they had in california. For southern pacific. But there is a Certain Romance in Mystique that the railroad will always have and I have a great respect for the men and women that were able to do the jobs and what could be some of the worst environments, and worst weather possible.
Met him several times in South Florida, and got a chance to party with him, Kris Kristofferson, and Hank Jr. in Miami. He is the epitome of real Country, and one hell of a great guy!
Sheryl Crow and Willie Nelson are truly amazing 🎉🎉. They both are putting on a fantastic performance 🎉🎉. They both have very unique vocals and it blends together nicely🎉🎉
Here's the thing with Willie. He's an absolute legend just for the songs he's written. His singing and playing is fine, but he's absolute legend of a song writer. If he had just written the song Crazy and that's it, he'd be a great song writer IMO.
@@peterdallman4550 I don't know, when he's played a decent guitar maybe. But trigger is so worn out I can't tell. I saw that VH1 special in 1999 with him and Johnny Cash (another absolute legend song writer) and Willy broke a string. And while it was being replaced he borrowed Johnny Cash's guitar and it sounded so sweet when Willy played it. So probably.
These two are so great together ! THEY share the same joy and happiness of eachother and the love and friendship together ! Great choice for them ! Love them both so much !
A true gent. Lucky to see the great Willie Nelson in Liverpool. Accessable. Friendly. Signed autographs for all his fans. What a back catelogue. Willie has forgotten more about music than most pop stars know today. Love X.
Such a wonderful story to tell by a couple of wonderful voices; of a way of life now lost, but preserved in this treasure of American music Rest in Peace Steve Goodman.
My grandfather was a engineer for the Santa Fe on the Super Chief (later the Southwest Chief), Sunset Limited and City of New Orleans. Seems I spent half my childhood on the rails....This song is such a national treasure.
+indyracingnut What a privilege man! I hung out at the D&H R.R. roundhouse in Rouses Point,N.Y.,back in the early 60's during summer break.I was 14yrs. old.,and got to check oil and prechecks on the old RS series ALCO'S.And some GP EMD's.I entered a 47 year career/romance with diesel powered equipment as a mechanic/operator.I retired 2 years ago,and still love diesel powered anything,and miss being around them.
Not quite. Amtrak's "City of New Orleans" stops in Homewood (24 miles out, a little less than halfway from Chicago to Kankakee). www.amtrak.com/ccurl/444/137/City-of-New-Orleans-Schedule-011116,0.pdf As for the old Illinois Central, it was bought out by Canadian National Railway (CN) years ago.
Hello Linn Haramis, Compliments of the season to you. I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️
I was 13 and rode the SP from Houston to San Jose in 1970. Steve Goodmans song is prophetic because he was on the City of New Orleans when he wrote that song. My experience was similar in as much as the train was trashed because the train companies were trying to get out of passenger service. I listen to Arlo Guthrie's version of that song often and think about that trip.
Love their rhythm, they are just amazing in their own ways of lagging behind and then picking up with the beat of the band. Only true geniuses can do this without appearing to be off the track even for a split second. Phenomenal. Thanks for this upload!
In the late 60's I with a friend rode this train from Chicago to Carbondale, Illinois. We left in the late evening and it was quite trip when morning broke.
Im a big fan of willie and sheryl. I have seen them both live. Great shows. Willie is a legend. Sheryl is very gifted and talented. She also in my opinion a pretty lady.
I just adore you 🙂❤ ... and that is because I can really feel that special sweetest feeling of freedom as you let your heart and soul sing ... thank you so, so much 🙂❤❤ ...
@Willie Nelson really you Willie?? It's incredible!!!! I'm italian and love country music and for me you are a true Legend : when i listen your music all is wonderful ! Thanks for your words and ....on the road again !
@Willie Nelson one gift ? Fantastic! Sure!!! I've an old picture of you and your guitar at Barcellona Hard rock cafe (1998) and when i was in USA for my honey moon (1997) listened your "all the best" CD . Your performances with the highwaymen (the american outlaws)are absolutly excellent! Sorry for my english, and God bless you : a legendary artist and an incredible fantastic person !! From Italy
Have seen this icon in two venues..one in Anchorage , Alaska, and one in an iconic ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, called The Surf....a place where so many icons have performed from Duke Ellington to Peter, Paul and Mary to Willie and it was the place where "the music died" after the last concert of Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens. I grew up there. The ballroom has the energy of all those who've walked the halls and the dance floor. If you love music, don't miss it if you are in the area. It was a great venue. Willie was personable and connected with the audience. You could almost reach out...he hasn't lost it....💜
While I wouldn't say this song is really Sheryl's style, she really pulled it off, she can sing anything. Love her. And it's not often you see Willie with an electric guitar but what an effin legend. Awesome performance
I just have to say it,..great scot, as much as I love & admire Willie,..it’s a mission : impossible to not be deeply impressed by Sheryl’s beauty, here !.. 😊
It's gonna be a sad sad day when Willie passes on....Enjoy this golden age of Willie, ya'll. You know he'll be singin' till the day he dies. Just remember the renaissance that Johnny Cash had in the years before he died...I feel we're getting there with Willie. :(
Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, and john Prine all had a resurgence in the few years before they died. It was as they knew that they had better do whatever they hadn't yet done. I've noticed that ominously similar behavior in Willie too.
Hello Cathy Johnson, Compliments of the season to you. I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️
Willie did a free concert for the troops at MacDill AFB in 2003, just before Gulf War 2. Afterwards, the boys lined up for memorabilia and I was last. I think he was a bit bemused by the Australian uniform and all he had left was a guitar pick, so he autographed my slouch hat, which I still use. No-one believes it's Willie's signature, but it is.
That's Leland Sklar on bass.Sklar has contributed to over 2,000 albums as a session musician.Played in 100's of concerts with everybody that's anybody and then some! He has been around the music scene since 1962 -the present.
One of the best singers in Country, a great legend Willie Nelson as it is next to a large as it is also Sheryl Crow. Here from Argentina, despite all the obstacles, also hear country music. And the better, as it is this. Great guys, go ahead !!!!
Damn Willie your shining here l00kn g00d . love you Mr. Willie Nelson I sure don't want to out live you. this ole world will stop turning for me . love you Willie ! always have.
@Willie Nelson Thanks for your letter Willie ! - I Started Country Music with You in 04/20 - For me The American Musics are Richs for Our Hearts ! / Bonjour de France à Toute Votre Famille ! - Jean-Louis -
Willie, made me look and listen to country music, which led me to southern rock. On a lighter note, I'd would enjoy just one post concert ride on his bus.
A great version of an American anthem.
Steve Goodman who wrote this, and many other standout songs, deserves far greater recognition, despite dying so young.
It does not matter where you may be from , and what your tastes may be , when you listen to a country western like this one , with these peformers , you just have to love it .
2 beautiful people with beautiful voices !!
Willie Nelson ist der beste Country Sänger für mich.Danke für das Video ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.😍😘
❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉de acuerdo 😊
that's why kris kristopherson said when you are signing with willie just make sure you sing louder than willie
No matter what Willie sings, or with who he sings with, it is priceless
As the son of a proud railwayman who did his job with pride every day, this song really resonates with me. Those of us who remember the fading years of steam will always
love this.
What a great song ......................willie Nelson is the best
i wish they bring back the engine.. trains and ships.. be good waybyi travel again.
My grandfather was a railway man, L & N but was retired by time I came along.
God Bless
I wish I could say that I could join you in fond memories of the railroad, as I would love to have been working for one of the major or even minor railroads, in the days of Passenger service. Unfortunately the closest I ever got was working on the two-way radios and Communications equipment they had in california. For southern pacific. But there is a Certain Romance in Mystique that the railroad will always have and I have a great respect for the men and women that were able to do the jobs and what could be some of the worst environments, and worst weather possible.
They complement each other so well! Their voices carry a distinctive pitch and resonance. Lovely to listen to!
Specsavers do hearing aids mate.
From new caledonia so far away ! Many thanks to this dreaming trip to freedom and happiness spirit
I love Willie's version of this great song....I play it often on my mandolin.
I wish I could meet Willie just one time!
Met him several times in South Florida, and got a chance to party with him, Kris Kristofferson, and Hank Jr. in Miami. He is the epitome of real Country, and one hell of a great guy!
What a great country we have!I did it backwards,from StAntonio Tx to Baltimore,MD beautiful exactly like this song describe it
Sheryl Crow and Willie Nelson are truly amazing 🎉🎉. They both are putting on a fantastic performance 🎉🎉. They both have very unique vocals and it blends together nicely🎉🎉
Willie Nelson is a national treasure!
No offence, but you' re wrong! He's an INternational treasure for sure! -:)))
Here's the thing with Willie. He's an absolute legend just for the songs he's written. His singing and playing is fine, but he's absolute legend of a song writer. If he had just written the song Crazy and that's it, he'd be a great song writer IMO.
@@Clearanceman2 His playing is more than fine.. he’s recognized as being in the elite company of guitarist such as Glenn Campbell.
@@peterdallman4550 I don't know, when he's played a decent guitar maybe. But trigger is so worn out I can't tell. I saw that VH1 special in 1999 with him and Johnny Cash (another absolute legend song writer) and Willy broke a string. And while it was being replaced he borrowed Johnny Cash's guitar and it sounded so sweet when Willy played it. So probably.
❤❤❤❤
How could I have forgotten how amazing is Ms Crow.
Sheryl & Willie awe!! Both great artists!! Love them!! ❤️
Everytime I hear this song my mood lifts. Love it !!
Perfectly matched harmonics and voices. A wonderful listen!
These two are so great together ! THEY share the same joy and happiness of eachother and the love and friendship together ! Great choice for them ! Love them both so much !
A true gent. Lucky to see the great Willie Nelson in Liverpool. Accessable. Friendly. Signed autographs for all his fans. What a back catelogue. Willie has forgotten more about music than most pop stars know today. Love X.
Such a wonderful story to tell by a couple of wonderful voices; of a way of life now lost, but preserved in this treasure of American music
Rest in Peace Steve Goodman.
Good Voices represent a "Guthrie Folk song."
Anything Sheryl sings makes me cry...damn she's so beautiful. My girl Sheryl, whiskey rivers of tears of a love never known...
She always had the same effect on me too, she is a class act, that`s why she is on stage with Willie Nelson.
My grandfather was a engineer for the Santa Fe on the Super Chief (later the Southwest Chief), Sunset Limited and City of New Orleans. Seems I spent half my childhood on the rails....This song is such a national treasure.
+indyracingnut What a privilege man! I hung out at the D&H R.R. roundhouse in Rouses Point,N.Y.,back in the early 60's during summer break.I was 14yrs. old.,and got to check oil and prechecks on the old RS series ALCO'S.And some GP EMD's.I entered a 47 year career/romance with diesel powered equipment as a mechanic/operator.I retired 2 years ago,and still love diesel powered anything,and miss being around them.
...and 1st stop on the Southbound Odessy is still Kankaee
Not quite. Amtrak's "City of New Orleans" stops in Homewood (24 miles out, a little less than halfway from Chicago to Kankakee). www.amtrak.com/ccurl/444/137/City-of-New-Orleans-Schedule-011116,0.pdf
As for the old Illinois Central, it was bought out by Canadian National Railway (CN) years ago.
indyracingnut
91388230 Jill izgleda
Thank you Mrs Crow God Bless you and all your loved ones all over the world. Cheers peace and love 🎗
ms crow
A wonderful version of a classic song of Americana.🎤🎸🎸👍👍
@Willie Nelson - Thank you for the reply- Please keep doing what you do so well - making music!
Hello Linn Haramis, Compliments of the season to you. I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️
Awwwwwww..... Thanks for all the love and continued support over the years❤💕... Where are you from huh?
Have heard this while doing the trip and I get emotional whenever. I hear it so lucky to have done it
Saw Willie Fairfield Hall Croydon maybe 17 years ago. Just amazing.
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.💯😍
I was 13 and rode the SP from Houston to San Jose in 1970. Steve Goodmans song is prophetic because he was on the City of New Orleans when he wrote that song. My experience was similar in as much as the train was trashed because the train companies were trying to get out of passenger service. I listen to Arlo Guthrie's version of that song often and think about that trip.
This is great . . . . and don't forget the bass player. He's everywhere!!
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.😘😘
Love their rhythm, they are just amazing in their own ways of lagging behind and then picking up with the beat of the band. Only true geniuses can do this without appearing to be off the track even for a split second. Phenomenal. Thanks for this upload!
Phenomenal to you lol. It drove me nuts.
@@OrangeTabbyCat Sorry to hear that buddy. Hope you have not sustained any permanent damage 😎👊
@@Zsolto66 LMAO🤣🤣not to mention replied to your comment from 8 years ago. Nice to know you’re still around!! LOL
@@kenzierocks1240 Of course I am 😁 Have a nice day 👊
@@Zsolto66 you as well. Thank you👊
The first time I see W.N. with an electric Guitar...
One of my favorites. Willie’s got a birthday coming up.
Wow that's great hope am invited happy birthday Nancy 🎂
Wow that's great hope am invited happy birthday Nancy 🎂
Amazing performance !! Just awesome Willie is the best and Cheryl sounded great !!!
In the late 60's I with a friend rode this train from Chicago to Carbondale, Illinois. We left in the late evening and it was quite trip when morning broke.
Im a big fan of willie and sheryl. I have seen them both live. Great shows. Willie is a legend. Sheryl is very gifted and talented. She also in my opinion a pretty lady.
I just adore you 🙂❤ ... and that is because I can really feel that special sweetest feeling of freedom as you let your heart and soul sing ... thank you so, so much 🙂❤❤ ...
The tempo and arrangement is perfect as well as all these other compliments !
Willie real country Legend! And the beautiful voice of Sheryl: perfect performance for a classic of the country music!
@Willie Nelson really you Willie?? It's incredible!!!! I'm italian and love country music and for me you are a true Legend : when i listen your music all is wonderful ! Thanks for your words and ....on the road again !
@Willie Nelson one gift ? Fantastic! Sure!!! I've an old picture of you and your guitar at Barcellona Hard rock cafe (1998) and when i was in USA for my honey moon (1997) listened your "all the best" CD . Your performances with the highwaymen (the american outlaws)are absolutly excellent! Sorry for my english, and God bless you : a legendary artist and an incredible fantastic person !! From Italy
@Willie Nelson nicolavivarelli.viva@gmail.com Thanks !
Willie and Sheryl are stars fantastics!
Have seen this icon in two venues..one in Anchorage , Alaska, and one in an iconic ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, called The Surf....a place where so many icons have performed from Duke Ellington to Peter, Paul and Mary to Willie and it was the place where "the music died" after the last concert of Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Richie Valens. I grew up there. The ballroom has the energy of all those who've walked the halls and the dance floor. If you love music, don't miss it if you are in the area. It was a great venue. Willie was personable and connected with the audience. You could almost reach out...he hasn't lost it....💜
Hello So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.💯😍
First song i ever played and sang to my grandson, thank you Steve Goodman
While I wouldn't say this song is really Sheryl's style, she really pulled it off, she can sing anything. Love her. And it's not often you see Willie with an electric guitar but what an effin legend. Awesome performance
Love hearing both! (I'm an ol' Grateful Deadhead appreciate all styles of music!)
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I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.💯😍
It's a masterpiece. Remember this song from back in the day. My dad played this record sometimes. #Classic
Arlo guthrie
WIW!!!BEAUTIFUL MY DEAR WILLIAM NELSON WOW!!! WOW !!!
GOOD MORNING MY DEAR WILLIAN
I've seen Arlo about a half dozen times -- this version is awesome.
Two great people in the music world.. Can't imagine not having Willie to listen too
i agree...well said
This song was composed by Steve Goodman ע"ה May God bless his soul.
Willie is nice and so polite to everyone...I doubt if there is anyone who doesn't love him!
I miss New Orleans!!!! Tiina from Finland
I just have to say it,..great scot, as much as I love & admire Willie,..it’s a mission : impossible to not be deeply impressed by Sheryl’s beauty, here !.. 😊
wonderfull & great!! greetings from vienna, austria (the heart of europe)
One of my favorites ! ;-)
God Bless Steve Goodman! He is gone but, will never be forgotten!!!
Just for love the New Orléans.. .beauty for all like one good béer ! ! ! Haïr beautifull and song also❤️❤️❤️❤️💔💔💔
Hello there Marie nice meeting you here
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today..💯😍
Williie Nelson what a treasure.
Man, crow was something else back then!
still is today
It's gonna be a sad sad day when Willie passes on....Enjoy this golden age of Willie, ya'll. You know he'll be singin' till the day he dies. Just remember the renaissance that Johnny Cash had in the years before he died...I feel we're getting there with Willie. :(
Yup .... sad that’ll be. I think hes the only one left. Jerry Jeff passed away a few days ago
Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, and john Prine all had a resurgence in the few years before they died. It was as they knew that they had better do whatever they hadn't yet done. I've noticed that ominously similar behavior in Willie too.
As long he doesn’t get dementia. Cash got a little morbid, probably depression.
2021 now and Willie is still around and around and around....
Willie is 88 today.
Amazing!! performers Play so Great together! love all his songs love listing to them.
Hello Cathy Johnson, Compliments of the season to you. I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️
Avery good version of this classic... From France.
I loved country music❣️
@Willie Nelson is that really YOU, Willie?
@@uriahheep5665 I'd hate to break it to you, but that's an impersonator. Here's the real Willie Nelson RUclips channel: ruclips.net/user/WillieNelson
Una grande performance,per una bellissima canzone!💏😍😍🤩🤩😘😘🎶🎸🎶🎸🎶💘♥️💔💯💯💋🌹💋🌹
Willie did a free concert for the troops at MacDill AFB in 2003, just before Gulf War 2. Afterwards, the boys lined up for memorabilia and I was last. I think he was a bit bemused by the Australian uniform and all he had left was a guitar pick, so he autographed my slouch hat, which I still use. No-one believes it's Willie's signature, but it is.
May all the gods bless Steve Goodwin for giving us this song before he pasted on. His beloved Cubs finally won the Series. RIP now Steve.
Willie is walking in the footsteps of giants, and doing a dam good job.
That's Leland Sklar on bass.Sklar has contributed to over 2,000 albums as a session musician.Played in 100's of concerts with everybody that's anybody and then some! He has been around the music scene since 1962 -the present.
Finally someone paying attention to the band.
He's the man, used to see him in James Taylor vids. Also Kenny Aronoff on drums, tops in the industry
Clifton Jamison Claudia jung
Clifton Jamison is he same cool guy who played in Phil Collins band ?
Check out his RUclips channel
With the great “beard of bass” Leland Sklar on bass!! NICE!
This is America!
greetings from an Austrian guy
Willie Nelson! I love You!!
Hello there Lisbeth nice meeting you here
I always enjoy what you share here on RUclips but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.💯😍
Bravo!!
Un classique que je me lasse d’écouter ,quel belle chanson 😍✌️
The sound of his voice will be unreached forever
Willie nelson y sheril crow ciudad de nuevo orleans❤❤❤
Fantastic. Class. 👏👏👏👏👏
Just heard..great rendition by two Super stars...don't care about instruments, only the singers..terrific...thanks for the post...
On this video, Willie and Sheryl demonstrate : lyrics are mostly important as the "original" melody. Great song ! Wishes from France. Jo
kudos to her voice, when you can sing many genres of music then that is real talent
One of the best singers in Country, a great legend Willie Nelson as it is next to a large as it is also Sheryl Crow. Here from Argentina, despite all the obstacles, also hear country music. And the better, as it is this. Great guys, go ahead !!!!
brad Kennett Germans???? For Dixieland, yes!
brad Kennett
Really perplexed Brad, your posting towards Horacio is really out of sync whit your profile. Maybe a one off, it happens.
Damn Willie your shining here l00kn g00d . love you Mr. Willie Nelson I sure don't want to out live you. this ole world will stop turning for me . love you Willie ! always have.
Bravo !! Un classique toujours plaisant à réécouter. Thank you ✌️✌️😍
Sublime un grand moment
Great version of a great song
Someone likes it, someone not, but I do like it very much. That is Willies singing style.Together with Sheryl - I adore it.
Wonderful Moment ! I Really Like this Country Ambiance - Thanks !! / JLANCE (FRANCE)
@Willie Nelson Thanks for your letter Willie ! - I Started Country Music with You in 04/20 - For me The American Musics are Richs for Our Hearts ! / Bonjour de France à Toute Votre Famille ! - Jean-Louis -
Sie haben sich gesucht und gefunden. ich könnte stundenlang zuhören.....
Beautiful!
Excellent.
Thn x.
Mickey Raphael- The world class harmonica player that makes this song complete.
I like them both, love them!
So wonderful ! Had so much dancing with this lovely song !
An outstanding performance of a sort of a second American Anthem composed by Steve Goodman. GREAT !
Me encanta! Soy fan de Willie Nelson y que Bella canción con Cris.
Willie is great. Unique style makes him great.
I love Willie and Sheryl is a fav of mine Wonderful man .Beautiful woman. B)
Nice job, Sheryl, maintaining the theme of Willie's rubato singing style!
Спасибо, Вилли и Шерил! Вот это-настоящие Американцы! Вот это-настоящая музыка!
I feel good...whenever I hear Willie.
Go Willie Gooooo !!! Such a great song, one of it's best!
Arlo Guthrie
Q música linda. Willie Nelson e sheryl crow. Adoro os dois canta e toca muito 🎻🎸🇧🇷👍👏
One of favorites!
😁😊I’m very pleased to know I’m not the only one that loves the song, but when last did you play it.
Wonderful duet!
Willie and Sheryl nailed it willie is the man Sheryl is just so good and stunning what a voice
I've crushed on Sheryl for many years.
Willie, made me look and listen to country music, which led me to southern rock. On a lighter note, I'd would enjoy just one post concert ride on his bus.
Absolutely Brilliant