You've Got a Friend - Carol King & James Taylor

[@tiffsaver]

I only wish we had artists like this now, instead of those damned rappers. Anyone who agrees, please respond to this post with a big Thumbs Up.

[@leoniedejong9549]

I made Thumps up number 12, but in my mind I give you an extra 100 ;-)

[@rm3015]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@kashraoufi]

If you look close, I'm sure there is Love to be found somewhere in any music genre....

[@tiffsaver]

@@kashraoufi
Like fuc*king bitches??

[@Smokey66s]

Did downfall of America begin with rap or cell phones?

[@francisclause4668]

Here I am in 2024 loving my TAPESTRY ALBUM!!! ❤

[@catherinekammerer7094]

Nothing better

[@davedzone]

Carole King was my mother in 1970 when I didn't even know what a mother was. She was warm, emotional, and involved. I still listen to Tapestry and know that we had a bond she didn't even know about.

[@edi489]

bless you.

[@Steven-dy8fo]

So nice

[@elizabethhu6955]

I live in Hong Kong and I am 70 years old now. In 1972, 52 years ago, I was studying late at 1 am at night for college exam, the radio back then was playing James Taylor’s You’ve got a friend.

[@damianofrancesconi1725]

Wrote by Carole King

[@jennymabrey8964]

same as me, but I was studying in N.Y.

[@paulbarton2515]

One of the greatest songs of all time. Thank you Carole for writing it and thank you James for making it famous. And thank you for singing it together.

[@patrickvanrinsvelt4466]

Phew. Big call there. Though I love James, Carol's writing and delivery had such raw pain behind it. So far Away is just classic

[@donrybak241]

​@@patrickvanrinsvelt4466 qaaaaa00

[@priscilapresotto1996]

Agree

[@priscilapresotto1996]

😢😢😢😢

[@carykillingbeck2874]

@@patrickvanrinsvelt4466 So's "Fire and Rain." And JT didn't exactly write that from a happy place when he was twenty-something. 😞

[@rafaelfleitas5038]

After some 51 years, it´s still a joy to listen to these two as if no time has gone by. One of my favorite songs of all my times.

[@jhopyne1]

Ageless

[@edwardmccancio9936]

same here☺️☺️☺️

[@chrisullery3386]

Absolutely beautiful

[@ianwilliams2387]

Timeless

[@hortensepinto8963]

Past, present, future...

[@lilliancarilo]

God, I love James Taylor & Carole King

[@leefrancis190]

Legends

[@markcuffe4610]

This song epitomizes both of these geniuses. Because they clearly are true friends.

[@rafaelortiz-sanoguet1420]

What for me is the most difficult part of growing old is the music, how in these times there is hardly any music that matters.

[@jimleonida6487]

Tear jerker... Still loving both of them after half a century

[@paulrainha9976]

And no one sings it better than James and Carol.

[@margaretfreeman1314]

Yes they are really Awesome...

[@VaBeachVA-yl9km]

Where has the time gone? Life was so simple back then when these 2 extremely talented artists came to fame. I want those days back for my Grandchildren

[@Freshstart6354]

YOU SAID IT!

[@bms8360]

U a shithole

[@surfdogdude]

If you are as great as this woman, you have NO GLASS CEILINGS! Stop using this excuse! Just be a Carol King!

[@sandyhanneman7533]

Absolutely. Bring back the joy!

[@karenbittner3645]

I have been a huge fan of Carole and James for many decades. They are timeless…. I particularly love the interaction in this clip. Beautiful and harmonious unity. #lovecarolekingandjamestaylorr
Bless you both!

[@jimrobert7239]

Hello 👋 Karen.

[@Barry-ju2pc]

The friendship they have is amazing. You can tell they adore one another.

[@lanacain]

You got a friend when someone loves you whatever you do in spite of emotions. So, call my name. Most people get it wrong. 😘😘🙃🙃🙃

[@honeybuckmine]

The strangest & greatest thing about these two is that they sound the same so many moons later...Their relationship is a magical friendship... The talent is just amazing, when they collaborate it's pure beauty for the ears..

[@martycech5844]

Agreed… Pure Musical Magic❤️❤️

[@wandalozier8660]

These two are beautiful inside and out. Their music makes me feel so wonderful, especially at a very low place in my life right now.

[@rafaelfleitas5038]

Cheer up Wanda. That's what music is for, specially by these great singers.

[@lovelyhawaiigal]

Tapestry was one of those albums I used to play and sing to over and over and over as a teen. Carol is an icon for a reason! So many amazing songs that she recorded, and she is also incredibly talented as a songwriter. She's written songs that were perfect for her and for people like James, Aretha, The Drifters, Mariah Carey, and Donny Osmond! Her songs move us so much because they are real, just like her!

[@colinnutter8848]

One of the best albums ever just listen to how it's too late starts on the fade of the previous song just fantastic

[@patrickvanrinsvelt4466]

Me too. Sad to hear what these songs are about when she was still writing with her husband.

[@mifnp8887]

She is even more beautiful with age! Love Carole King.

[@arnelcrisostomo163]

She is a musical genius...

[@avanderwalde]

no words can describe caroles beauty and energy! She still sounds incredible and James is perfect!!!!! If u can see this show its a once in a lifetime experience. You will be in heaven every minute.The audience sang every note along with them. It doesnt get any better than this show!!!!

[@josephdsilva5557]

May is just say, they are both gems, but my preference is the man's version, this even though this lovely talented woman wrote the song. Only James Taylor could sing this with so much feeling

[@rickarra1833]

We know how great they are, but together, it's a ride to the moon

[@jarodcarnarvon5198]

Both of them are legends!!!!

[@leticiam8804]

Yes❤️❤️❤️

[@tomgoodsite4499]

Same here. Are guys allowed to show emotion?

[@springtimemarion]

Carole King is amazing. I love to hear her sing.

[@michetrue-aspoonielife4me389]

Loved it back then when Carole sang it & loved it back then when James sang it. To see them sing together ❤️ is pure magic. If only you could capture moments like these and bottle them. They're worth their weight in gold. Xxoo You got a friend!

[@appletile2887]

She still has her voice......so nice

[@VictorCapen]

What can I say but, you will really understand this song when, you really have a "friend".

[@amarelbarrow2500]

such a pure friendship

[@kevinbarton1661]

I sang this at my dads funeral service . I only regret not singing it for him while he could smile and enjoy it and make me feel even better

[@reginawilliams2803]

It was meant to be,,,,I did meet James he needed a expesso it was 530 am but I acted like no big deal It was surreal he was staying at a resort I worked at

[@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering]

God bless you Kevin

[@afrhspook]

Classic, wonderful words sung by the best!! Love both Carol and James!!

[@ianmurray6798]

These two were simply magic together!

[@richardshultis9626]

Two American music icons. We are blessed to still have them with us.

[@martingardner9124]

Yes. I got the chance to see them when they toured side by side over a decade ago.

[@bernardlong3740]

Music like this never dies!

[@nimfabangay7318]

Beautiful friends singing together.❤️

[@michaelcarlsson5773]

This is timeless ! Music and lyrics of the most basic thing in life.

[@udz5480]

Thank you Carole and James, you made our lives happier.

[@joseluisdiazbarco5200]

Que inspiración para cantar, eres súper genial Carole King, te amo, que súper canción. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@debilynnphillips]

She is most definitely ageless!!! So well put!!! I love, love, love her works!!! All of them! :):) xoxoxo

[@thebeastlacey]

My love, admiration & wholehearted respect for these two gifts from God cannot be overstated....❤️✝

[@edwardlynch9973]

I've probably seen this clip 30 times in the last month, and every time he cuts in and she laughs I get teary eyed! 😂

[@benjamindavid5681]

From a woman who broke through an almost invisible glass ceiling. It is difficult to describe a woman who wrote some of the best Urban rock of the 60's and then moves into a more upper middle class public acceptance. Perhaps she was 'marketed' differently as Jews moved into the middle class. However that history does not explain her beautiful music and her brilliant musicianship and genius as a composer! She is a brilliant musician and a beautiful performer. She is ageless.

[@1977asmara]

+Benjamin David it is a brilliant observation about Carole King!!!!!!

[@varigdc10]

+Benjamin David I made a comment to you somewhere else, I think Nancy Sinatra, Boots. I have another, Carole is just great, loved her for a long time, why is it that I still confuse her with Carly Simon?

[@carmelacaporossi]

So true..so talented...

[@sohnconduit]

No . Back in the day , writers were given assignments and listened to a " sound " , or songs already recorded by a group . The writers task was to write the next hit . The writer was a commodity contracted by the publisher . When Carol had a big enough ' Catalog ' of different material they often took the big risk of stepping out from behind the studio . For Carol , that came when she opened for James Taylor after he took off with "You've Got A Friend " , which she wrote for him . This was a step she took before " Tapestry " was released .

[@bullsnutsoz]

So so true my fried!

[@marlaschlom7634]

You both make me so happy. Songs of love, peace, and passion.

[@oliviareis1755]

Chame senhor !!!

[@user-zq4kp2dh4e]

La più bella canzone sull'amicizia di sempre, grazie carol e grazie james❤❤

[@roysimmons7426]

This song got me through a bunch of years. And then i would play a James Taylor song and keep driving across the country knowing deep down inside that it would all work out....and now that was 50 years ago.

[@markthemay8210]

This brought tears of joy to me. [sobbing and crying]

[@pattyj9985]

March 15 2024 and I'm here for it.. Again ❤

[@brandoncorona9312]

They sing this song on the last day of the 50 year old iajhsc(Illinois association of jr highschool student councils) summer camp and whenever i hear this song i am flooded with so many memories

[@w-nordgren1598]

Memories from the 1970:th....one of my favorite

[@michaelc7880]

Nothing but pure class!

[@septemberquest6393]

One of the most beautiful songs written sung by icons in the industry....

[@Cybi0]

If anybodyy doesn't understand the meaning of the word "friendship" : the definition is right here before your eyes guys !

[@fionameyers1305]

i bumped into a band in tasmania at the beach, rehearsing this song, n yes it was so nice, n inspirational, and i listened to the words, as i felt exactly what they were singing, outta respect, n only respect i stopped filming as i was filming the gorgeous coast n i hadnt seen my friend much in 27 years, yet i was there with a friend, i didnt even realise they were there rehearsing this song til i walked closer, twas so weird

[@tangobango9653]

One of my favorite sons, one of the best ever written. Such a talented lady...Carole King!

[@marcy3127]

A song that reminds me of my dear late sister, always there to be my friend when I was growing up. Miss you Kathy xxx

[@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering]

Marcy, your comment brought a misty tear to my eye, I hope when you think of your sister it makes you smile and glad she was in your life, bless you

[@cibelerodrigues6435]

My favorite song . And He is a great singer.

[@user-fd8pl7wz4q]

James, Carole, what a good couple ! beautiful song ! wow !

[@paulpecchio5690]

This song performed by Carole King and James Taylor is to make you cry! This letter is pure poetry and sensitivity, typical of the genius James Taylor. I think I heard this song for the first time when I was about 12 or 13 years old, I believe that the end of the 60's and even today, when I listen, I get a strong emotion! How good music was made then! This Baldwin piano crying in the background is killing ... Thank you for everything, James, Carole, you are irreplaceable ... Who never needed a friend shoulder to cry on?
Paul Pecchio, from S. Paulo, Brazil.

[@CrossstitchKelly]

This song got me through law school. They tried to tell us we knew more than anyone else did about anything. Many times I listened to this and sang along--"They'll take your soul if you let them, but don't you let them."

[@thomaskasson5949]

People can be so cold, they'll hurt you, and desert you, and they'll steal your soul if you let them but don't you let them😍

[@garcemac]

Two angels. Sent from heaven to make my life just a tiny bit better.

[@VitalityMassage]

Don't watch this unless you wanna cry a bit. :)

[@shellcshells2902]

It is so brilliant 👏 ❤

[@MrDancampbell60]

This is a song of hope and faith, it reflects all that is worthwhile. Carole King and James Taylor are great.

[@robertbiron5081]

what a great song

[@soonhqrun2683]

..friends of the world song ever forever..

[@theunboxer3986]

Indeed, hope and faith adding love and friends.

[@Tinkledrum]

this is how PROPER MUSICIANS DO IT GOD BLESS THEM

[@edwinak5771]

Dan Campbell great

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

We've all been there. Sometimes music like this is the friend you need.

[@RonWesterbeek]

Convincing soulmates, with an embracing bandstand. A pleasure ☺

[@jerrytyndall1274]

Yeah, tears in my eyes too! Whats better than a friend like they seem to be? So many memories w/this song, l love them both! Peace be to them!! Only wish I could go back to this time.

[@carlosrodriguez6717]

I remember this song my dad playing this on weekends. When we had barbecue. Good memories😢😭

[@clarencemendonca579]

To my friends, Darryl, Henry,
Clifton, Freddie, Dominic, Tony , Bede and Georgie.
Takes me back down memory lane to the early 70s, day dreaming these tunes, all beauties.
God Bless You, James Taylor,
Carole King and of course,
'No Secrets - Carly Simon'

[@barbaralemay30]

I love this song All I had to do is say Jim I need you and He would be here .I miss you Jim I look up to the sky to see you .

[@barbaralemay30]

It still hurts miss you xoxoxo

[@diBundy]

what an incredibly beautiful woman

[@dawns6]

This is my all time favorite with Carole King .

[@LourdesCabrera-i2v]

Im Glad to have a Friend in you

[@bougainvillefreedommovemen162]

It takes a great girl to call out to a male to ensure thru winter summer or fall they remain friends.
Go Carol King it's Your Song and great that James Taylor is now supporting you.
Go Girl Carol your voice and your right and yeah James T is finally backing you.

[@eleanoraitken1207]

CAROL KING & JAMES TAYLOR HAVE THE BEST RENDITION OF THIS SONG

[@inesbarros1944]

There’s no other singer that can sing so
tender this James song!!🎶🎶❤️❤️
Lovely!!!

[@chrishowe2935]

She wrote it.

[@susanpanther6731]

@@chrishowe2935 I just said that aloud!

[@daffo001]

Absolutely brilliant! - Two of my favourite people...

[@cj0623]

I am almost crying hearing this song, especially when James Taylor appears

[@hotbamboo1012]

Nothing ever touched me in my life more than the loving friendship ot these two most marvelous human beings. I just love both of them for what they contributed not only to music, but to the American lifestyle, and they just did it so easily, by just being who they are. Simply Magic.

[@aksickenberger702]

Every single time I hear Carol King and James Taylor sing this song, my heart is overcome...Tears of ??? fall from my eyes... Love, Karen

[@stadtverwaltungbergheim2177]

Karen Sickenberger
einfach nur großartig,

[@liverpool1ization]

Well said

[@normsantos1274]

maybe it's indigestion?

[@stephaniedunson3728]

Miss my friend who used to sing this song to me. Idk where he went....

[@1richirich__]

Discovering the music, the vibe, the unmistakable voice.."
I've seen the biggest music (real)stars/groups, luckily.
Seeing JT when I was 18/19, was unforgettable & in my Top 3, all-time favourite gigs...
JT, The Eagles, Dylan.
Still playing the three's timeless, masterpieces....
Simply on a different level....

[@DorrisDiaz]

Gorgeous, true friendship sung by 2 of the most amazing artists of the 70's. It's so good to see that they're both going strong. long may it continue.

[@sunnyem2551]

NOTHING LESS THAN GORGEOUS !

[@ivettesaavedralopez7640]

Sunny Em. Muy ,muy buenas voces y temas que no se olvidan. Voz especial,la de Carole King.

[@michaelc7880]

What a classy couple!

[@dkingt1617]

thank you for the beautiful songs you've composed and sang...it will eternally live in our hearts...

[@grahamfrancis8851]

How good is that ?
Dreams are made by performances like this .
Thank you Both
Graham from Crete
xxxx

[@pooperpants4503]

Both had a big impact on my life, like musicians hope, with their words. Got through some breakups and found others, thank you!

[@SharonRiver]

I saw them together in Denver during the Troubadour Tour. Wonderful!

[@agussusanto5397]

Carole King and James Taylor the legend ❤️👍

[@ApoloExpress]

her voice is still amazing

[@frb5861]

I love you both very much and am thankful every time that I have the pleasure to hear you . As a musician you have both been a very positive influence to me since I was very young . Thank you and I truly love you both , you are a gift to this world and I wish there were many more like you . Ok I'm finally finished !!!

[@bjrnarhaugen4532]

Franki miller

[@robertpetricko4846]

I Feel the Earth Shake under My Feet!! Thank You Carol and JT for Your Music!! Your Longevity Rocks

[@minodayo]

I've met this tune on 40 years ago. And I learned a lot, for my life.
Thanks Carole, Thanks James. I love this tune. From Japan.

[@mariannaresendesallesresen6970]

Two great singers performing this beautiful song. Carole and James are amazing!

[@edmundomandac1213]

I've been listening this song a hundred times...and i love it..

[@kevinbarton1661]

We all need to reset our
Goals & priorities with a
Song like this
Life is tooo short

[@carlosmcanino3826]

Now this is a classic in American music history

[@donbiancamano5663]

Just beautiful when they sing together at the end. Just beautiful.

[@martingardner9124]

It went so well that they did three nights of collaborations nearly two years later that became a PBS special and live album and then a world tour.

[@ScatCatist]

Its so good to see these two performing together still. Brings back a lot of good memories.

[@molliebrower9069]

With her power and magnetism it's difficult to think she wa ever reluctant to take the stage singing her wonderful music. Thank God she changed her mind!

[@michaeljudge3401]

These two are from an era of lasting talent.

[@dougryan581]

And over the decades their talent lives on. A beautiful rendering of this classic.