James Taylor - Never Die Young (One Man Band, July 2007)
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- 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. @Arnomac 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
Never Die Young by James Taylor
We were ring-around-the-rosy children
They were circles around the sun
Never give up, never slow down
Never grow old
Never ever die young
Synchronized with the rising moon
Even with the evening star
They were true love written in stone
They were never alone, they were never that far apart
And we who couldn’t bear to believe they might make it
We got to close our eyes
To cut up our losses into doable doses
And ration our tears and sighs
You could see them on the street on a Saturday night
Everyone used to run them down
They’re a little too sweet, they’re a little too tight
They’re not enough tough for this tough town
We couldn’t touch them with a 10-foot pole
No, it didn’t seem to rattle at all
They were fused together body and soul
That much more with their backs up against the wall
Oh, hold them up, hold them up
Never do let them fall
Prey to the dust and the rust and the ruin
That names us and claims us and shames us all
Oh, it had to happen someday soon
There wasn’t nothing to hold them down
They would rise from among us like a big balloon
Take the sky and forsake the ground
Oh, yes, other hearts were broken
I know other dreams ran dry
But our golden ones sail on and on
To another land beneath another sky
Let other hearts be broken
Let other dreams run dry
But let our golden ones sail on and on
To another land beneath another sky
Beneath another sky
Hold them
Hold them up
Hold ’em up
Won’t you hold ’em up
Can’t you hold them up
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Love you JT. I’m 37 and both of my parents just passed away. I used to listen to this song with them and this is their song. You connect me to my parents and I just want to thank you. We love you.
James Taylor, the quentisential storyteller, May God keep him around for a while.
August 5, 1987 the doctor said to me.." you have less than a year to live"..then, this song, gave me the intestinal strength to " never give up, never slow down and never, ever grow old". Fast forward to 2023 and here I am..more " mature" but not old! ❤
James Taylor: A national and global treasure. A poet, incredible songwriter, master musician, and an incomparable voice. I especially love this concert and the simplicity of his guitar, voice, and the pianist Larry Golding. 💚
JT, you probably have absolutely no idea HOW MUCH you are loved by all your nameless fans. 🥰😍😇
It simply doesn't get much better than this. James is from the era of the great singer/songwriters, and for me, the golden age of music.
Just to let you know Mr Taylor, your music was my whole world tonight.
I grew up hard in life and I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen rain and James Taylor’s music help get through it all
From the time when a guitar, a piano and a voice were enough to change the world... Beautiful! Thanks, James.
I have been a fan since I was a teenager and I'm almost 70 now! Thanks for all the good music and good memories!
Always love his music. His music brings me back to my youth. Those days when life was easier.... I’m running 60 now and I get nostalgic every time I hear him sing.
One of his best. Spell binding. Circles your brain and being...............love the guitar and piano...the whole thing is pure beauty of music and peace. No one can top James Taylor with his guitar in hand....no one.
I guess this is one of the biggest compliments you could pay someone...
Love the sound of JT's voice and music. Has comforted, encouraged, and given me joy since the 70's when I first discovered him. What a gift! Thank you, James❤.
What a treasure this guy is---James Taylor and his music !!
BRAVO!!!!! JAMES BRAVO!!
Beautiful rendition of one of my favourite JT songs. I could listen to this guy singing the telephone directory!
The inimitable James Taylor who weaves words into stories/melodies like a master weaver skillfully creates a long lasting tapestry like the Bayeux Tapestry- telling stories through song that capture the Zeitgeist from the late 20th and 21st century- pure Americana. Blessings!!!
A sincere thank you James for your many wonderful, touching songs such as this one. I will celebrate my 71st on Aug.9 - feel full of energy & in good health to " never give up, never slow down, never grow old & never die young". Fan of yours since '67 Toronto, Canada.
One of my all time favorite songs from Sweet Baby James. Performed so well, it has a timeless beauty to it. There is no one like James Taylor and I am grateful for that.