James Taylor - Carolina In My Mind (One Man Band, July 2007)
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- Опубликовано: 20 янв 2022
- CD/DVD liner note from James - One Man Band (2007):
“It’s a strange reality of the modern popular song that the first time it’s played is when it’s recorded. Sometimes a song will be finished for deadline in the studio the day the thing is cast in stone forever. I know that songs and arrangements evolve and develop over time; that somewhere around the twentieth time it’s played for a live audience, a song finally completes itself. That, among other things, is what makes a good live recording unique. I’ve often thought that live performance means being well prepared and then waiting for the inevitable, unexpected thing to happen. We come onstage, well rehearsed and in good shape, and repeat what we have done before as best we can. But the real goal is to be in the present moment and on the surface of ourselves; open and trusting. Nobody wants to be perfect: that’s frozen, dead…It’s “be here now”, I guess…
Of course, @larrygoldings does more than just accompany me. His growing presence in the world of jazz is well acknowledged, both for his own recordings and live performances and as a member of a good number of team efforts. I tend to form musical (and personal) relationships with other players and then stick with them for years. @Arnold McCuller and David Lasley have worked with me since the mid-‘70s and others nearly as long (Jimmy Johnson, Steve Gadd, Mike Landau, Kate Markowitz, Valerie Carter…)
After my great friend, producer and pianist Don Grolnick died in ’96, I performed with a number of excellent keyboard players. It was during the recording of my October Road album in ’02 that I worked with Larry. Russ Titelman had booked him to play on “Mean Old Man” along with Steve Gadd on drums, Jimmy Johnson on bass, Clifford Carter on synth, and the fine seven-string jazz guitarist, @John Pizzarelli . This was an incredible band, and after hearing Larry Goldings’ solo on that song, first time through, he pinned it. That was our introduction and he’s been my first call ever since.
Then there’s the bus factor. You see, someone’s playing may be great, but what’s it going to be like spending 10 hours a day riding to the next gig with them for a couple of months? Larry’s Bus Factor is not a factor for he is a bus riding fool, for a fact.
Part of his talent is his ability to “split his hands.” Though not as painful as it sounds, it does require great focus and skill to play a melody/accompaniment with his right hand and, with his left hand, (often on another keyboard) play a distinct bass pattern. This Larry can do with effortless grace, and he has made this One Man Band show possible. He is a committed father, brother, and son, and I am in his debt. Larry Goldings is my One Man Band.” - James Taylor
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LYRICS
Carolina In My Mind by James Taylor
In my mind I’m gone to Carolina
Can’t you see the sunshine
Can’t you just feel the moonshine
Ain’t it like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind
Oh, I’m gone to Carolina in my mind
Karin she’s a silver sun
You best walk her way and watch it shine
Watch her watch the morning come
A silver tear appearing now
Well, I’m cryin’ ain’t I
I’m gone to Carolina in my mind
Ain’t no doubt in no one’s mind
That love’s the finest thing around
Whisper something soft and kind
Hey, baby, the sky’s on fire
I’m dyin’ ain’t I
Ain’t I gone to Carolina in my mind
In my mind I’m gone to Carolina
Can’t you see the sunshine
Can’t you just feel the moonshine
Ain’t it like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind
Till I’m gone to Carolina in my mind
Dark and silent late last night
Think I might have heard the highway calling
Geese in flight and dogs that bite
And signs that might be omens
Say I’m goin’, I’m goin’
Gone to Carolina in my mind
It’s with a holy host of others
Standing round me
Still I’m on the dark side of the moon
And it looks like it goes on like this forever
You must forgive me
If I’m gone to Carolina in my mind
In my mind I’m long gone to Carolina
Can’t you see the sunshine
I said can’t you just feel the moonshine
Ain’t it just like a friend of mine
To hit me from behind
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I’m 59 now an I still cry when I hear just the first verse of this song. In 1999 I played this tape for my dad while he had chemo treatments. We called it out James Taylor concerts. We both would cry and remember all the better times and hopes and dreams. My dad was only 57 when I lost him. So when I listen to all this music now I feel like he is her right with me and I remember all the beautiful times and memories he made for me and his beautiful blue eye and big smile. Love you dad!
That really touched me. Hugs to you my friend
God bless you son, and your memories of your loving Dad.
Lots of love Cindy ❤️
Your Dad is still right there with you… he probably brought you to this song. Our dog Lil’Girl brought it to me for Mother’s Day. We lived in North Carolina when we were all young… my husband… her Daddy was in the Marine Corps in 1984. She was my Angel then & still continues to be.🐾😇
I do to. My husband and I loved seeing him in concert. I played all his music at my husband’s funeral for him. We spent many summers in NC with our kids when they were young. Now it brings him close to me. Miss him very much. ❤❤❤
I forget where, but I set up and ran the sound for him in Boston at a show. He freaked me out apologizing for being in the way as we wired the stage and he worked in a new tune. He bought us all lunch. One of the kindest most pleasant people I’ve ever met. 🙏
My wife and I got to go to Nashville and see JT many many years ago. He was awesome. Just a nice man that sings peace into my spirit. That particular crowd was like others I've seen, all races, all ages, normal, eccentric, pleased to witness imperfect perfection. I love you JT. From A youngster to my elderly years, you have always been there. Thank you!
J. T. IS AN AMAZING, GENEROUS, GENTLE, KIND, TALENTED MAN.
J.T., May YOU be Blessed in ALL things you choose to master!
J.T.
Thank you for Sharing your talents!
"Intuitive, intelligent" humans can tell fake vs. real from afar...
YOU are the REAL DEAL.
PEACE, from Maryland.
Love him❤
I'm totally jealous!
What a fortunate life I've had, to be young and grow old alongside artists like James Taylor, Carole King, the Beatles, the Eagles, the Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt and Emmy Lou Harris, Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, James Brown and Marvin Gaye, and so many others. Yes, a fortunate life indeed
Srbrown2841: Amen to that.
yes! ❤
Me too am 65
Me too
I so agree
When I returned from flying helicopters Vietnam in 1970, one of the first songs I heard on the car radio was "Fire and Rain". When he sang, "Sweet dreams and flying machines, in pieces on the ground.." it was as if he had connected directly into my soul. Since then, James Taylor has always had an ability to make me well up with warm emotion. Thank you JT.
I had dreams of advanced flying machines I had never seen before when I was very young. Battles in the sky. ai think it was symbolic to what I was going through and what I was going to go through. Severe abuse was part of it.
From England 🏴 such a brave man as with all the young Americans who fought in that ghastly war great respect for you mate 🏴🇺🇸
Thank you.
Thank you sir for fighting for our country!! 🇺🇲✌️
If you want to know the full meaning between Sweet dreams & flying machines, just reply to this. Thank you for your service! ❤
He doesn’t care about fame or fortune. He just sings from his heart and it shows in his music. One of the best musicians on earth
So much like Jackson Brown and John Prime. Let's not forget Bonnie Raitt. So wonderful to know others appreciate the same
In their own respective rites, all those who reach us with their excellence and evokation, are great!
Exactly. He sounds the same in concert too. So worth the opportunity to see him live if you get the chance.
I wonder why then he became so wealthy charging people for his records and concerts if that were remotely true…
@@megastick9324 Wouldn't you do the same?
When a musician can make a grown man cry with his lyrics and music then you know he's very special .. Thank you James
I agree
very heart wrenching
I love James more than words can say❤️👍He’s my daughters and mine’s favorite person in the world❤️
Thoughtful heartfelt words Paul, well put.
@@raynay5129 And heart-rending
Someone, somewhere will be playing this tune 1000 years from now and it will still sound great.............
I'm 62 and just discovering James Taylor. I knew the music just not the musician. Wow what a great person. A musical artist with feelings as deep as the oceans.
I think he's an American treasure and our generation's poet laureate. 😊
Not just an American treasure, he is a world treasue :)
I’m just happy to be on this earth at the same time as James Taylor.
What a beautiful statement!So glad I was born when I was to have this music in my heart and soul!!
What a blessing, huh friend?
This music is played in heaven during dinner hour.
I love ĴAMES TŸLER.
And he will play it!
Can’t wait for that
This sound brings me back to my youth when things were so simple, so full of promise and happiness.
😂😅
Sweet Baby James is about you, Not Just JT..?
Absolutely
When I was 15 I wanted to be 27 oh how I wish my life was better then and now. Twenty two was my best year. I had a job with no bills just living the Philadelphia Freedom - not any other time like that.😢
Such a poet. I can imagine a 73 year old Scandinavian woman hearing this story and song, smiling knowingly, brought back to the sunshine, sea air, and a young man long ago.
Isn't it ashamed though
Yes.
I was hoping she would have shown up and said a fond howdy do sometime to him.
I hope she seen this...!!!
I think he said one time that she had died?
It is such a strange sweetness that someone you never knew can reach a place on such sweet intimacy that you feel they know you.
There are few “Musical Geniuses” that are born during one’s existence on this planet… James is definitely one.
I was flying back home to Nashville in August of 2008, after being away for about 6 months for some Army training down in San Antonio. I was still in uniform. It was about 10-11pm on a Friday night and the airport was mostly empty other than the passengers on my flight rushing to baggage claim.
All I could think about was getting to my old friend waiting in the car outside, to get me back home about 10 mins north of town.
There’s a Tootsies in the terminal. A young man is covering this song with his acoustic guitar. I stop walking and I’m absolutely captivated by the beauty of the lyrics and the music. He finished off with the fading of “say nice things about me…” and that moment hit me so hard. I still get emotional and so vividly go back to that moment when I hear this song.
I was back in Nashville. My hometown. Where even the late night airport cover bands can make magic happen with their talents and stop a soldier from racing to baggage claim after being gone for so long.
But whatta testament to James’ songwriting and artistry.
James Taylor with his guitar and stool is the Troubadour at his finest. One of the greatest musicians ever
Thank you for sharing your gift and your soul with us, James Taylor. I have been a fan since forever ago...thank you for making my life better and giving me happy tears when i hear your voice! God bless you and hold you close always!
I'm 57 yrs young and I remember this as if it was yesterday
I am 57 as well. Born in Greensboro, NC. Going to Carolina always in my mind.
My husband played guitar as a hobby but he was actually very good, played for our friends from high school and college. So when he died in 2013, many of our friends called me and said they still pictured my husband of 40 years singing and playing "you've got a friend." Ed was an accomplished and brilliant pharmacist, and loved his guitar playing. He got a severe flu and was gone in ten days at age 64. He had a genius intellect, and can never be replaced. But he loved those James Taylor tunes. Thank you, James.
Deep condolences, Judy. How very sad.
I’m glad you at least have those memories for comfort.
I remember years ago when my sister graduated from high school and moved to North Carolina. She had always been my best friend and confidante. I missed her so bad it hurt. This song came out about the same time. It always made me think of her. I miss her now because she's gone to be with the Lord. This song still brings back her memory. Love you Sis!!❤
His voice to this day STILL sounds as sweet as ever . His music is is so damn melancholy .. every song paints a moment in my youth . He is certainly a gift to us from something greater
Exactly
❤
The blend of James Taylor and Carole King's melodious tones will certainly go on forever and ever; and all of God's people say "amen."
Saw James and his Son in Vegas. He was wonderful. Felt like my son and I were in the presence of royalty. This North Carolinian's songs will be listened to forever.
I was driving and my son shouldn’t had the most perfect voice I had ever heard. But he did and it was this song. I will always love him when I hear it.
I just graduated from UNC Chapel Hill this spring, and this song was performed during our ceremony. I might not be old enough to know much about James Taylor, but this song moved me deeply. I truly appreciate this piece. Congratulations, Class of 2024! 🩵
Mr. Taylor, if you read this. You are a true legend, the feeling in your songs always inspires me. I wish you a long happy life so you can write more songs to inspire us all. Thank you for your music.
Uh oh, I'm falling into the James Taylor musical rabbit hole 😎💛
Me too! What a great time to have been a teen!
Jame's voice has never really changed over the years, he sounds as young now as he has always been.
Rather like a fine wine. It improves over time.
This man is amazing
@@jamestierney2531 yea if anything it's getting better as it changes with age, very rare talent
I've spent many summers in north carolina up in the smokey mountains to my grandparents farm got to horseback ride all over
North Carolina is the best spot in the world. It is lovely to hear you honor it!
All of your music was playing at my sister's memorial. She had your music on her iPad. She went to any concert she could with roses in hand hoping to just say hello. She died very young but never stopped believing she could meet you.
A guitar ... a piano .... and the most beautiful instrument ever .... James Taylor's voice !!! ❤
Harmonium too
Oh yeah, really fantastic!!!!!!!
The pianist is awesome. They sound great together. I love it
Yup
So true
When music was music !!❤❤❤
I love James Tyler! I named a daughter, Carolina!💗💗💗💗💗💗
I love this :)
What an incredible talent. He sings from the heart.
THIS WAS ONE OF 3 SONGS THAT GOT ME THROUGH MY OVERSEAS DUTY
Thank You for Your Service. Sincerely. 🇺🇲👍
thanks for ur service,Keith.
Thank You, Keith for your bravery and service.
My DEAR Uncle "Buddy" (Washington Poe Burke III, was a Medic in U. S. Army in Vietnam. He saved as many lives as he could.
He returned home, unharmed physically. Still had his awesome sense of humor. And I'm sure he had nightmares, yet he still protected his wife, sons, nephews, and me, his only niece, with his silly jokes and funny stories.
Two of my brothers served in the Air Force...the elder brother was stationed in Turkey.
Peace, from Maryland.
Aside from being an excellent singer and songwriter he is also a prolific storyteller with a superb sense of humor. Whatever !! What I mean is I Love You James 💯
He has to be right on top of my list of all time best singer/songwriters ever.
Mine too.
Me too. No 1.
Agreed
Love you James
Now I understand. We all have old loves we can only imagine
Still get chills after almost 50 years listening to ya JT
Wow. People will be watching and listening to this in 100 years. We are lucky to have it today.
This man has something of special...the sweetness of voice, the way to play arpeggios on guitar...there is really just one James Taylor in the world...and we are lucky to have him
James Taylor is one of my favorite singers, because when he sings I feel peaceful inside.
Timeless. I met a girl in Jerusalem on the Mount of Olives one morning, and for the brief time we were together, we connected. I have no picture, no mugshot, but I wrote a poem when I got home. Some things happen in life to sprinkle magic, but like snowflakes, are soon gone. Still, a lovely memory.
This voice warms my soul. Even through tears I still feel oddly comforted. Thank you and God bless you JT.
This man was born to do exactly what he's still doing , blessing us all with his gift, amazing musician/song writer, thx for the memories James :)
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This song is so evocative for me. It takes me back to 1970, summer delivering mail at Grand Central Station, concerts in Central Park after work, the noonday sun on Park Avenue, the smell of the September air visiting friends in my first trip to Brooklyn, hearing on the news that Jimi Hendrix had died. Hearing "Fire and Rain"on the radio was a life-changing experience, signaling an era where singers would tell stories about their lives, their struggles and their relationships in a way no one had ever done before.
Absolutely beautiful memories, thank you.
@@papajeff5486ciao amico!🙋😊😘💘🌅
There a few who can write such fantastic songs and give concerts as charmingly as James Taylor. He puts his heart in to his wonderful music.
King james
Yes, but I’ve seen his brother Livingston (Liv) Taylor, who doesn’t have to take a back seat to his more famous brother. Give him a listen if you can. Cheers!
It’s 1970. In my Lewis&Clark College dorm room. Listening to James Taylor. It all comes back so clearly. It was a time of exploding number of folk artists writing and singing what would turn out to be timeless classics.
The first melody and chord are a harbinger of such powerful and delicate music to come
A magnificent musical performer for decades,a true great.
What amazes me is how Mr Taylor can sound so timeless playing and singing songs we have all enjoyed for so many years and yet present these tunes today with the maturity of voice and playing that brings new life to these beloved songs
This song was my anthem in the 1980s when I was living in Virginia in my 1st (& abusive) marriage - I would cry when I played it, wishing I was back home in NC. And I finally got away & played this over & over while driving back to my home in NC!
It's good you left when you did. Hope you did better in NC. Best!
Me too !
The sadest years of my life !
I was so nice and beautiful! Working , having two daughters ,but I was torn in my mother in law eyes !
Iliterate one , but maried with my father in law , as rich girl.
My husband become a drunkard !
As he get older it was like I am living in hell .
She was never stopping to act like she is the boss !
As I was conservative ,
stud in that hell for 27 years waiting for my daughters diplome !
Now I am OK out of my town among unknown people all together free with my daughters families !
Still afected why it happened to me !
Mising my town but I cannot stand to be unhappy again !
I am having it in my mind only !
❤❤❤
Welcome home.
Your own health is the most important thing. Godspeed.
He makes me proud to have the same name and I'm a guitar pickin Carolina Country boy too!!! JAMES R. Taylor
Thank you James Taylor. Beautiful voice, and beautiful guitar playing. 95% perspiration, 5% inspiration and 100% a legend of your profession! At 56 I keep coming back to the outstanding journey men of music. You speak the truth and honesty which appears lost in todays social media driven world. Thank you James, please never stop! Beautiful
God bless North Carolina.
Absolutely beautiful..I can never get tired of listening to JT.. lyrically vocally and melodically timeless musician, one of the very best..
So we'll said thank you for sharingyour thoughts! What I love about him as a musician is he's such a wonderful story teller !
Thank goodness to utube for allowing us to share these concerts w/ friends and family ••`~\|•°•\••°
I don't have to visit Carolina in my mind...I live here.. in the mountains..Love You Sweet Baby James 💖
Having seen him perform so many times, it’s always struck me how there’s something hypnotic about his singing
Never get tired of that beautiful voice.
he is such a gift to the world... sweet voice. amazing lyrics and a really slick guitar player ... its not really hard to like james taylor ... very special man , gifted writer and artist
The most beautiful version of this song - I think. Love it.
He still got it! Those in the audience are so lucky to experience such a great concert experience. At this stage in his life nothing to prove, its not about the money. Just show up with a guitar and mike and play music like the old days, and blow people away how good he sounds.
Still has one of the most beautiful voices. An amazing singer. Truly special.
What a wonderful few minutes of storytelling, humor and memories. Not every day one gets to see such a great poet speak, reminisce and sing. Always terrific to spend the time with the great James Taylor. Thank you for sharing.
Every time I hear one of his songs I cry… tears of joy.
There are great guitar players, there are great singers, there are great performers, and there are great writers. But when it comes to sitting down on a stool alone and just playing a song, there are few who have ever done it as well as JT.
Joni Mitchell comes to mind. She wrote, sang and played guitar, piano and dulcimer as well. That's not to take anything away from James. He's fabulous! And....he has a wonderful droll sense of humor as well.
John Dever though different to both of them did a season of Concert's he toured around the world I think I live in Australia it was called The Man and his Music or The Man and his Guitar can't remember just him Piano Guitar MY Mother begged me to go with her as none of her friends liked his music that much all we could relate to was Thank God I'm A Country Boy I'm not really into Country Music as it was sung back then The Early 80s I think but I felt so sorry for My Mother so thought oh well it's only for 2 or 3 hours boy was I blown away he was so much more than that song it was so intimate in a smaller theatre The State Theatre Sydney after that Concert I was a fan then saw him many times after that with his band at big Venue's my Mother got a lot of her friends hooked on him as well I was very upset when he passed he was very underrated I think you are so right not many artists can just sit play sing there song's no bells and whistles and tell stories and show some of there true self Happy 2024 to you both x baci
James Taylor’s music is magical♥️
I've always loved this song. His voice is as beautiful and clear as it ever was, and his ability to weave an image through music is unparalleled. I walk through the places of the past through my mind when I listen to this song.
Sweet Baby James. You are more confident. Better now than you were then. Amen.
He is " a poet " perfect words. Thankyou for that reminder.
All these years and it still chokes me up…..a magical tune by a master musician and storyteller……breathtaking…..
What a beautiful treasure he is.
I love this songs! I lived in North Carolina years ago! Good memories and beautiful countryside!
Love this man. ❤️
When somebody have had the best experience in chillhood, living in an extraordinary place...never forget....just like James Taylor, in North Caroline...
A wonderful country genius,a trully gifted one,thanks for the music sir James😘
He always manages to bring tears to my eyes
He is unique ..like us all 🦋🥳
Bellissima canzone,per una voce meravigliosa!😊😍😘🎶🎸🎶💘💓💋💯🌅
Tears so many times… what does that mean??
My opinion the best music song writer ever, hands down. Their is something very special about your music that is unexplainable. Thanks James 🙏
Hes special in a way the newbies can never be. His music heals and comforts. Thats what singing and music should be all about. ❤
Yes! Amazing sweet bard of a lifetime
His face is of pure joy when singing this ❤
I had me a Karen many moons ago and also just for a little while and I've missed her ever since sometimes see her on the internet very slightly.. she took my heart with her...
My favourite James song. Will get to Carolina one day.
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his voice is always great, doesn't changed at all!!!
I'm 52yrs old been a James Taylor fan since I was 2yrs old. Had the opportunity to meet him and have a guitar signed by him..what u see is what u get when you meet him💕💕💕💕
What string Instrument s.,Forever Awesome.JT.🎉50 yrs Ago. NC.
I'm blessed to be able to see this guy perform. Always been in my life since the early 70's.
Ever since I heard this song for the first time, I can remember it having an impact on me. I used to hear this song come on the radio while I was at work, where I waited tables a local restaurant when I was in my early twenties. It would come on fairly regularly and every time it did, I would try and tune out the noise of the restaurant and stop and listen for a moment. Theres just something about this song that no matter what I’m doing, it always helps me to leave the present and take a time machine back to the past. For me, the best songs are the ones that can take you to another place just like Carolina in my mind does. Thanks for that, James.
I have loved this man since I was a young teenager, now seventy eight. Saw him in Texas about twenty years ago. He’s still handsome and love his music still!😊
This song reminds me of my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost battling cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I never missed a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times but sometimes I wonder why bad things always happen to good people
There is a place in the heart that James Taylor's music reaches in and gives a warm embrace.
Such a total joy to hear this man play and sing. Loved him when I was in my youth and still love him as a pensioner! Thank God we didn't lose this charming human being to addictions that robbed us of too many of his contemporaries.
Been listening to JT for 50+ years. 👊🏻
James came very, very close to making the all too early exit, as so many other extraordinary talents have. He called out for help, his Dad dropped everything & went for him...most likely saving his life. Thanks Dad! ❤️🎶
I've been through many difficult times with James Taylor's music helping me. Been listening to him since 1970 and, and hes still the best
A poet. Love his music, especially this song.
My favorite song. I want this played at my funeral. Thanks James. I love all your songs.
I’m going back to the best era of my lifetime ❤
What an entertainer - he gives you 3 for 1, story teller, comedian and unmatched singer.
Am sure we all have a love story like this..... something you remember for allways
I always loved James Taylors sound.
Absolutely brilliant performance from a true and unique musical genius. And such a nice guy, too. If James ever fancied diversifying, he would make a fabulous standup comedian - his timing and delivery are faultless! The world is a much better place because of people like this.
I love you forever James!! ❤️
Being a Native Tarheel, this song really hits you hard. I was born and raised 30 miles from Chapel Hill in the Piedmont of North Carolina and can relate to every emotion he has of being homesick. Guess I'll listen to it again.
I like a man in a simple blue shirt playing a humble guitar singing so beautifuly. Lucky us. 💜🌱
One of the greatest, natural voices every.
After all these years, he's still got it! What an artist, songwriter, musician and entertainer! No one can touch your heart and soul with his music like James Taylor!!