I find an extra bit of humor in this song. Back in the day, several of my friends in school considered this to be their personal protest song--for everything. They tended to get quite loud and animated when it was playing. I always liked it. But, not being as contrary about some things, I never thought of it as my mission. I never read or heard anything about what Jonathan Edwards had in mind when he sang the song. But, the war and the draft always came to mind for me. Just this one song added so much to what was going on back then, IMO--the war, hippies, drugs, sit ins. You name it. To me, it's like calling Classical Gas by Mason Williams a one-hit wonder. One was all it took.
I saw this precious soul in the 70’s, his voice was a bit more mature , it was only him and his guitar and he was amazing. I had been to 100’s of concerts and he was top 3!
.... October 9, 2023 ... day after Bret died ... thank you for being there for our friend. ... and thanks for your contributions to my life's soundtrack.
This great song has flooded my mind over the years as I cross paths with many this song can apply to…you can’t even run your own life, I’ll be damned if you’ll run mine! Brilliant.
Thank you for uploading this EXPERIENCE… I loved and sang along to this song when it was HUGE on the radio. But at 10 in 1971, my parents wouldn’t let me go to concerts, so I never got to see him live… Thanks for this. And a boatload of memories…
I was 5 and loved it too!!! Still do, I loved listening to the radio and singing all of the words to this and of "American Pie" By Don Mclean, came out that same year. I knew the words to that one too although the radio used to leave out the 'Helter Skelter in the summer swelter" verse because the song was so darn long, but that didn't stop me from learning the verse when on occasion they did play the entre song.
Barry Richards tv show was almost certainly in the DC market. Well, maybe by '73 it WAS Baltimore. But he was a major force as top 40, then white soul, and finally early hippie dj and concert promoter in the DC market.
This song just popped into my head to day. Last time I heard it was when it was popular on the radio. Had to hear it again. Then realized I had to find a live performance because this man's singing is incredible. And *oda*n if these lyrics aren't everything.
Song is Perfect for today as much as I love this song it’s sad that we still relate to it with what’s going on today thank you for the great song may arise a patriots
It's one "thing" to get up and play a tune , in time / on key and know volume increases and fades , but to keep a tight rhythm and stay in key / in time ( AND know your volume cues) - THAT, is talent!
I knew there was a reason this song was my earworm today going into election day 2020. "He can't even run his own life, I'll be damned if he'll run mine!"
AFTER "Biden & Harris won" the election (BULLCRAP!) this song just came into my mind after many years....its very pertinent now! And, the sun will shine again!!!
“Workin starts to make me wonder where, the fruits of what I do are goin” Jonathan and this song are talking about communism/anarchism not some weird conservatives libertarian idea.
@@victoriacometh5168 girl this song is against trump, against Biden, and against everything you strangely hold dear. This song is for the socialist/anarchist/communist
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No dancers, no auto tune, no bullshit...this guy is the real thing....his singing voice is impeccable....
I met him and heard him sing and play at The Birchmere in Virginia (a small acoustic- perfect venue)_. The real deal for sure.
And no computes. Just great musicianship
This song could go on another five minutes and I would still be happy.
He spoke for an entire Nation and the song is still so relevant today! Great Job!
And still is today
He didn't speak for me. KCMO class of '75.
@@keythdanielsen9315 LOL, he spoke for a nation at the time this song was released, and spoke for you after the song came out.
@@patrickr.300 Yep, he said that in his post...."...so relevant today!".
Exactly what did he say for the entire nation? What was this "noblest" of song lyrics overthinkers?
One the greatest "strummers" ever.
I grew up in the 60s/70s and this is the first time I'm seeing the singer of this song.
This song reminds me of my older brother who tried to be. My father. He was a heroin addict and an alcoholic this song reminds me of him
Happy 75th birthday, Jonathan Edwards!
I find an extra bit of humor in this song.
Back in the day, several of my friends in school considered this to be their personal protest song--for everything. They tended to get quite loud and animated when it was playing. I always liked it. But, not being as contrary about some things, I never thought of it as my mission.
I never read or heard anything about what Jonathan Edwards had in mind when he sang the song. But, the war and the draft always came to mind for me. Just this one song added so much to what was going on back then, IMO--the war, hippies, drugs, sit ins. You name it.
To me, it's like calling Classical Gas by Mason Williams a one-hit wonder. One was all it took.
Bass player is killing it
Gotta be a P-bass.
I saw this precious soul in the 70’s, his voice was a bit more mature , it was only him and his guitar and he was amazing. I had been to 100’s of concerts and he was top 3!
.... October 9, 2023 ... day after Bret died ... thank you for being there for our friend. ... and thanks for your contributions to my life's soundtrack.
This great song has flooded my mind over the years as I cross paths with many this song can apply to…you can’t even run your own life, I’ll be damned if you’ll run mine! Brilliant.
Happy 75th Birthday Jonathan Edwards
Thank you for uploading this EXPERIENCE… I loved and sang along to this song when it was HUGE on the radio. But at 10 in 1971, my parents wouldn’t let me go to concerts, so I never got to see him live…
Thanks for this.
And a boatload of memories…
Workin' starts to make me wonder where
Fruits of what I do are goin'...
Preach!
I've seen Jonathan Edwards in concert three times. His voice--magnificent then--has gotten better with time.
Agree
I SO agree with you! His voice is velvet!
Seen him once and met him, he is a really nice guy
Ya a real musician. Just a man and his guitar ya wohooooo no computers no fake soless crap
wow those bass lines are amazing
Loved and forgot this. Jonathan Edwards is fantastic.
My god that was incredible
Wow. I remember this from when I was a kid. Loved it then and love it now.
Saw him about 20 years ago. Just him with a guitar and harmonica. I was transfixed, excellent show, singer, performer.
Excellent music! I miss this beautiful music!!
Cat was seriously tired of being stuck on one song.......but damn it was a great one. Love ya Jonathan!
I discovered Jonathan and Stewie, really, at a music showcase. I was the first one to book him to open for Rod Stewart at Stony Brook in 1970.
great rhythm guitarist.
My Dad's fav. Reminds me of being a kid
Talent
I´ve been heard this song more than 1 million times. Fantastic song, incredible voice.
Nice fake intro, I was like what the,,, and then he rolls it in :) This man sang words that very much spoke for most of the world today!!
I was 4yrs old when this song came out. It's a timeless song
I was 5 and loved it too!!! Still do, I loved listening to the radio and singing all of the words to this and of "American Pie" By Don Mclean, came out that same year. I knew the words to that one too although the radio used to leave out the 'Helter Skelter in the summer swelter" verse because the song was so darn long, but that didn't stop me from learning the verse when on occasion they did play the entre song.
My dad played me this song from a CD in the 90's. Loved it as a little kid. Still good
I agree, its all different now im 62 with so many bridges crossed.
Wow oldie but goodie
.feel the soul..luv this song...u hit it right on the nail!!
such a great voice. one of my favorite songs.
Barry Richards tv show was almost certainly in the DC market. Well, maybe by '73 it WAS Baltimore. But he was a major force as top 40, then white soul, and finally early hippie dj and concert promoter in the DC market.
WHO IS LISTENING TO THIS IN 2022???????
I am in 2024
I saw Jonathan Edwards in 1974 at the Great Southeast music hall in Atlanta Georgia.
Makes me want to lay around the shanty and put a good buzz on.
That's my personal fav from this album. 💨💨
Never heard this version before joyous glorious
This is a great song!!!
Love this song.
Such a great song
This song just popped into my head to day. Last time I heard it was when it was popular on the radio. Had to hear it again. Then realized I had to find a live performance because this man's singing is incredible. And *oda*n if these lyrics aren't everything.
Brings me back to my college girl days.
Stuart Schulman on bass, Bill Keith on pedal steel.
Sunshine go away today single
That's right! Bill Keith on steel! Such a creative guy.
Thanks, I didn't know that was Bill "brad:)" Keith. Heckuva steel player too, didn't know that
Live version! Way too cool.
Great artist...
Great voice great song. What more could you want? Thank you.
Thanks for posting!!! The amazing Jon Edwards!!!
To show how times have changed, the AM stations in Kansas City used to blip out the "damned" part of the song.
Song is Perfect for today as much as I love this song it’s sad that we still relate to it with what’s going on today thank you for the great song may arise a patriots
It's one "thing" to get up and play a tune , in time / on key and know volume increases and fades , but to keep a tight rhythm and stay in key / in time ( AND know your volume cues) - THAT, is talent!
Thanks for pointing me this way today "whelland"... xoxoxo...
Just the Best you tell them John
omg so awesome
Cool song !!
This is the song that my mother gave me
I should meet your mother... !
Awesome!!!!
He's got cards he ain't showin
REAL.
He's got cards he ain't showing.
❤️
Jonathan Edwards, the only folk rocker to share a name with a Puritan theologian 🤗.
I knew there was a reason this song was my earworm today going into election day 2020. "He can't even run his own life, I'll be damned if he'll run mine!"
AFTER "Biden & Harris won" the election (BULLCRAP!) this song just came into my mind after many years....its very pertinent now! And, the sun will shine again!!!
“Workin starts to make me wonder where, the fruits of what I do are goin”
Jonathan and this song are talking about communism/anarchism not some weird conservatives libertarian idea.
@@victoriacometh5168 girl this song is against trump, against Biden, and against everything you strangely hold dear. This song is for the socialist/anarchist/communist
To bad he had to hurry thru the song : ) my dad used to say if you have to speed to get there then leave early
Wait... People used to know how to play music???
A bit like Dan Fogelberg. Àlways liked Sunshine. But he disappeared from the airways that I knew.
Never liked the song, but he gave a fantastic live performance. First time seeing what he looked like.
Way too dark. Can't see any of it.
❤️