I've been listening to this over and over... It's so good. I read the lyrics and your voice has given a depth to the words that aren't there when you read them off the page. There's a tragedy and irony there that is very beautiful and you give it life. I know that probably sounds lame, but this song has really given me some strength in a dark time. I am a veteran and also have worked 20-years as a hospice nurse, so, I like to think (in my self centered way) that I've been around the block, and a song can sometimes lift you up and give you direction. This is one of those songs. Thank you... either way, whether my comments seem bullshit or not, it's really from the heart.
Meredith, such a beautiful rendition of this song. You deliver the vocals with amazing confidence, yet bring a feminine beauty to how you ring the tones on your strings. And the cicadas in the back ground just bring a majestic extra to this. This might be my favorite version of this great song, thank you so much for sharing this.
Hearing this for the first time, seven years late. The clarity of the banjo just has me mesmerized. EVERY single note is distinguishable, but you can still easily hear the melody. It’s not like everything is just turned to 11 and anything is drowned out, it’s simultaneously blended but so clear. It is just brilliant, and I love every part about this song❤️ keep on keeping on MM🤘
I'm from eastern KY. I roomed with a Holcomb at a summer camp. He was a musician too. In those days, I didn't know about Roscoe. I wish I had, I'd have had some questions (he was from the same area). He helped me to learn tunes out of the hymnal (I can't read music). God bless you. You play this old tune very well.
There is research being done on insects, birds, etc. Seem to react to music played outdoors. Apparently it must be live, not just played on a speaker. I think that's what we're hearing here!
Every time RUclips cycles this in to my feed, I give it another listen, and am always glad I did. That plucky banjo and your voice just get me right here ❤ well done
Lyrics: S'when I's in old Fort Worth in eighteen and eighty three Some old Mexican cowboy come steppin' up to me Sayin' how'r you young fella', how would you like to go And to spend another season 'neath them hills of mexico? Well, I had no employment, and back to him did say: It's according to your wages, according to your pay He said I'll pay to you good wages, and often too, you know, If you'll spend another season 'neath them hills of mexico Well I went up to that cowboy and I offered him my hand And he gave a string of horses so old they couldn't stand And I nearly starved to death boys, and I mean to let you know That I never saved a dollar 'neath them hills of mexico I sent up for my wages, on a steamboat I did go How them bells they did ring, those whistles they did blow! How them bells they did ring, those whistles they did blow, On that god forsaken fortune 'neath them hills of mexico
Wow. This is so beautiful it takes me to another place. So much talent both with banjo and voice. I'm new to clawhammer but totally inspired watching this.
I have been listening to you for years. I live in cny which is central ny, the mohawk valley in NY. ❤ you are part of my life for like ten years it feels like. I wish you the best. 🎉 I love this song and I know you do too. ❤ 🎉 ❤ that means something because we are connected to greatness ❤
Its still my favorite song. Meridith you are unique.For me are you up there with Bob ,Leonard and Van with your interpretation and honesty in the songs you sing.I love you.
As everyone has said this is a stunning rendition, by far the best I've ever heard - Meredith adds so much in her delivery. That said the tone of that banjo is unreal - can anyone name it (if it's a brand one)?
I keep coming back to this. You have a touch, a sound, to your playing that I do not hear from others. Your clawhammer is uniquely yours and very enjoyable to listen too.. 😍
Meredith, that is just beautiful. I want to thank you for covering it with such virtuosity and feeling. My brother, who is learning the banjo, was inspired by it and shared it with me a few years ago, I'm so glad he did. I've heard a few other versions since - and yours towers above them (in my estimation.). Again, thank you.
I've been listening to your videos for a couple of years and, obviously love what you do with the tunes that you craft. Just last night I discovered that you are Gordon's daughter.(as if we were on first name familiarity.) I saw your father in concert years ago and love him too. Seeing him now, still performing, brings sweet tears to my eyes. Thank you.
I’ve got her whole album “Forest Not Far Away” with this on it. A full album with Reuben’s Train, Arkansas Traveler, Snowflake and so many other good ones on it. Plenty of life in her voice. A real keeper.
Very good, I'm sitting on my back porch watching the ducks swimming across the pond. I know it has nothing to do with the hills in Mexico. But it's still soothing and awesome.
There is something about living with a song a decade that settles the whole thing into something connected to the player .. Same with a banjo .. It becomes more connected .. You are getting great stuff out of both your banjo and your voice... Both are old friends .. Thanks for sharing this ..Yours Guy
You still do this song better than anyone else 💚
Couldn’t agree more. So much better with a female voice, and it helps that’s she’s awesome on banjo.
Absolutely, spot on!
I got the chills when those cicadas sang in tune with her banjo.... simply magical!
@@kennethunger5978 i trained em good!
There are singers and songs that just resonate with your soul. This is one for me.
A chip off the old black. Beautiful father, Gordon Lightfoot had a beautiful daughter, and they share beautiful music. Thank you❤
He was not black
Its been 4 years and im still intoxicated by this song and your voice. Thank you
Love that claw hammer banjo sound!
I've been listening to this over and over... It's so good. I read the lyrics and your voice has given a depth to the words that aren't there when you read them off the page. There's a tragedy and irony there that is very beautiful and you give it life. I know that probably sounds lame, but this song has really given me some strength in a dark time. I am a veteran and also have worked 20-years as a hospice nurse, so, I like to think (in my self centered way) that I've been around the block, and a song can sometimes lift you up and give you direction. This is one of those songs. Thank you... either way, whether my comments seem bullshit or not, it's really from the heart.
Well said my dude.
Absolutely!
Meredith, such a beautiful rendition of this song. You deliver the vocals with amazing confidence, yet bring a feminine beauty to how you ring the tones on your strings. And the cicadas in the back ground just bring a majestic extra to this. This might be my favorite version of this great song, thank you so much for sharing this.
Just heard The Longest Johns with this song. When looking around for another version (what I always do if I love a song) I stumbled over this one.
I listen to this at least 3 times a week
Im not gonna listen to it at all. Dont give attention to immodest hoors with tattoos. Dont punish their bad behaviors, but ignore it.
@@whiteyfisk9769 she shore sang good doe!
@@whiteyfisk9769shut up nerd
Hearing this for the first time, seven years late. The clarity of the banjo just has me mesmerized. EVERY single note is distinguishable, but you can still easily hear the melody. It’s not like everything is just turned to 11 and anything is drowned out, it’s simultaneously blended but so clear. It is just brilliant, and I love every part about this song❤️ keep on keeping on MM🤘
This will never get old. timeless
You make it look so easy, Meredith. I never grow tired of listening to you.
Having a tough day and this song really helped and hit me where I needed. Much love and thank you.
@@christopherchambers2424 hey, me too man. I hope tomorrow turns everything around and things get easier for you. Cheers.
When I see young people play this great traditional American music, it gives us hope.
This is so incredibly good. My favorite version of the song
Andy from the longest Johns sent me here; how glad am i that he did?
Same!
Same!
Lovely work!
J adore tellement votre version de cette chanson, mille mercis 🥰
Very nice. Love the tinkling banjo.
Damn Meredith! 😢 Its so good❤
I'm from eastern KY. I roomed with a Holcomb at a summer camp. He was a musician too. In those days, I didn't know about Roscoe. I wish I had, I'd have had some questions (he was from the same area). He helped me to learn tunes out of the hymnal (I can't read music). God bless you. You play this old tune very well.
I love the cicada solo. :) The rest is fantastic too.
Perfect background
There is research being done on insects, birds, etc. Seem to react to music played outdoors. Apparently it must be live, not just played on a speaker. I think that's what we're hearing here!
:). sweet. Thanx from Lithuania ....
Beautiful from one banjoist to another!
Every time RUclips cycles this in to my feed, I give it another listen, and am always glad I did. That plucky banjo and your voice just get me right here ❤ well done
Without doubt the best song on YT for me, thank you for singing and playing this,
Mesmerising
love this version!
Thank you Meredith. This music rings out, sweet and strong.
Beautiful. Came across your work a couple of days ago and now I'm a big fan.
Fantastic rendition!
Meredith you really are an inspiration. Love to see that foot tapping out the time. Greetings from the UK regards Les
I keep coming back to this version it really inspires me. Thank you.
It’s insane how well your voice fits this song. I love it!
That last verse is brutal. Sang perfectly
Your picking is amazing!
Me too! Sensational!!
This a great song played in a great way, nice one Meredith..🪕🪕🪕
This song is my motivation to get better at clawhammer. Well done, big time.
Craig Furey I just started a couple days ago, can still barely strum but I love it so much
And me !
@@gortagnan Hope you all are still playing!
@@gortagnan And me too!
Oh my God love your voice.
Again, you’ve raised my spirits on a dreary rainy day…
Ich muss mir den Song nochmal anhören. Gänsehaut
Absolutely beautiful singing and playing a beautiful song!
Beautiful! Good job that's music
Beautiful banjo playing
Great vocals and banjo work!!!!
Brilliant…🪕🪕🪕
The random cicada was actually a nice touch.
This is hands down my favorite version of my favorite old cowboy song! Id love to see you do a longer version with some of the other verses!
Great rendition Meredith! Nice to meet you and greetings from Kentucky, The Bluegrass State. 💙🎶🪕🎻
Lyrics:
S'when I's in old Fort Worth in eighteen and eighty three
Some old Mexican cowboy come steppin' up to me
Sayin' how'r you young fella', how would you like to go
And to spend another season 'neath them hills of mexico?
Well, I had no employment, and back to him did say:
It's according to your wages, according to your pay
He said I'll pay to you good wages, and often too, you know,
If you'll spend another season 'neath them hills of mexico
Well I went up to that cowboy and I offered him my hand
And he gave a string of horses so old they couldn't stand
And I nearly starved to death boys, and I mean to let you know
That I never saved a dollar 'neath them hills of mexico
I sent up for my wages, on a steamboat I did go
How them bells they did ring, those whistles they did blow!
How them bells they did ring, those whistles they did blow,
On that god forsaken fortune 'neath them hills of mexico
Magic.Wonderful banjo and vocals.Would love to meet you.I live in Denmark, let me know if you are ever near.Jim.
Amazing song
Really soulful singing....touches your soul.
Awesome.
Magic!
By far my favourite version on the internet - I listen to it endleslly - thank you Meredith!
sublime !
Yes, beautiful
Wow. This is so beautiful it takes me to another place. So much talent both with banjo and voice. I'm new to clawhammer but totally inspired watching this.
Hey great playing, voice, Banjo and scenery! Great video experience thank you for sharing!
I have been listening to you for years. I live in cny which is central ny, the mohawk valley in NY. ❤ you are part of my life for like ten years it feels like. I wish you the best. 🎉 I love this song and I know you do too. ❤ 🎉 ❤ that means something because we are connected to greatness ❤
Thank you for sharing this, it’s absolutely beautiful ❤
Love that voice!👍☮️✌️
Very nice thank you!!
Geez this is incredible can't stop listening. Beautiful & haunting voice. Love it
thank you for this.
Man, this is such a great arrangement.
Its still my favorite song. Meridith you are unique.For me are you up there with Bob ,Leonard and Van with your interpretation and honesty in the songs you sing.I love you.
Das hört sich toll an. Klasse Stimme
Heard her on npr folk and acoustic- great find
Thank you!
As everyone has said this is a stunning rendition, by far the best I've ever heard - Meredith adds so much in her delivery. That said the tone of that banjo is unreal - can anyone name it (if it's a brand one)?
I could be wrong but it looks like a Deering Goodtime Americana.
I keep coming back to this. You have a touch, a sound, to your playing that I do not hear from others. Your clawhammer is uniquely yours and very enjoyable to listen too.. 😍
I love this. This song never leaves my mind.
Meredith, that is just beautiful. I want to thank you for covering it with such virtuosity and feeling. My brother, who is learning the banjo, was inspired by it and shared it with me a few years ago, I'm so glad he did. I've heard a few other versions since - and yours towers above them (in my estimation.). Again, thank you.
Beautiful thank you for sharing
often come back and listen to this, great version of a great song
Shine on Meredith Moon.
Magnífico 🙏
this was beautiful Meredith 👏
Love the cicada accompaniment
Very beautiful lady, with an amazing soul of awesome wonderment and love
I can't tell you how much I love this song
I've been listening to your videos for a couple of years and, obviously love what you do with the tunes that you craft. Just last night I discovered that you are Gordon's daughter.(as if we were on first name familiarity.) I saw your father in concert years ago and love him too. Seeing him now, still performing, brings sweet tears to my eyes. Thank you.
I just love your music!!! ❤
I’ve got her whole album “Forest Not Far Away” with this on it. A full album with Reuben’s Train, Arkansas Traveler, Snowflake and so many other good ones on it. Plenty of life in her voice. A real keeper.
Very nice work!
Wonderful. Noticed on some videos you play left handed and some right handed. Amazing.
Nooo no, backwards/front-facing phone camera. I am always playing right-handed!
Your version of this song just kind of spins around my unconscious mind these days. Perfect in every way.
Love this; keep coming back to it again and again. Thanks for sharing your considerable talent with us! 😊
Looks somewhat like the Pennsylvania where I was born, thank you Meredith, God bless you ma'am 🎅🤠❣️🙏
absolutely love this Meredith! takes me away, somewhere up in the mountains ♥
Very good, I'm sitting on my back porch watching the ducks swimming across the pond. I know it has nothing to do with the hills in Mexico. But it's still soothing and awesome.
Magnificent rendition. I'm having a hard time deciding what I like better - your playing or your singing
Beautiful performance Meredith! I love it.
BRAVO!!! :D
Epic and simple at the same time. You have some talent and have obviously worked hard. Love it - glorious !!
There is something about living with a song a decade that settles the whole thing into something connected to the player .. Same with a banjo .. It becomes more connected .. You are getting great stuff out of both your banjo and your voice... Both are old friends .. Thanks for sharing this ..Yours Guy