Jack White is definitely an "acquired taste". He's not for everybody, and I can relate to that...but to me he is beyond GREAT. I just somehow "get" everything he does. I'm always surprised when I hear something by him for the first time...it's never predictable. He is a true original. If he's not your cup of tea, please go listen to Britney or Justin or Celine...and leave us alone here, so we can soak in some cool Jack, without distraction.
To the people leaving the negative comments; I'd like to point out 2 things. First, this is a live version and as we all know live versions lack the refinement of the studio versions. Second, for those of us that grew up with and still listen to bluegrass this is pretty great stuff. Bluegrass isn't suppose to sound refined. Hell, it's not even suppose to sound professional. This is the music that grandmothers and aunts sang in the evening after dinner, miners around a fire..... I think his goal was to represent the true nature of bluegrass in it's unrefined glory. Perhaps the movie would give you better context.
Oh man that movie loses the universal feel of this, I am from Englishtown the Bluegrass Hall where Bill Monroe thrived, called it the Capital of Bluegrass and I grew with blue and in my heart and in my soul, I hear this train roll over Jordan on hot coals with no brakeman and no track to refrain, as if to be refined, it would be such the vinegar as to wine, a matter of taste perhaps, then again, listen to that voice and how deep the feel, there is nothing it lacks and for us who sees beyond the axis beyond our eyes, the evermore in our horizons, this lacks nothing to apologize, Kenneth such a darn great sympathetic comment, you have real heart and I do commend, yet for those who listen only with their Disney Dumbo mainstream ears, try a bit of being just being where the music is- it transforms my place into an endless room of windows without walls to fall into, and there is no gravity, no such bounds as would be defined as being depravity, in brevity, Jack's beautiful version, man, it sets me free. Best regards to you and yours... ~RaVen DaWn~ a man of many worlds.
@@RaVenDaWn999 I am a woman of the city, the suburbs, and strip malls, but this song just connects me to people everywhere in every time who sang to unburden their aching backs and weary souls as they toiled in anonymity. They are still here among us, yearning to return to their places of worship and shared belief. This mournful, yet hopeful song is such an anthem to their endurance of heart and unflagging faithfulness.
Mountain music at its best! This kind of music came from forgotten poor folk, who were lucky to own A banjo! Proud to say some of those same poor folk of the hills of Tennessee who gave way to me. Some of the hardest working people who would share their last crumb.
For all the versions I've heard of this song, Jack's still is my favorite. He lies this weariness in his voice that is so perfect for this song! An almost broke voice with a mindset of just going on to the end. He just takes it home!
True country and folk music started from different european settlers settling round appalachia, its also where the US southern accent originates from, a blending of Scottish, Irish, etc.@@davidbrown8517
What a wonderful heritage and legacy! ♥♥♥ (Although, I love the bluegrass style of Jack White's cover, I must admit that I am partial to Emmylou Harris' cover of this classic spiritual. Simply beautiful! th-cam.com/video/Flrws90oqG4/w-d-xo.html Your grandfather must be smiling from above. :)
"The Wayfaring Stranger" (a.k.a. "Poor Wayfaring Stranger" or "I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger"), Roud 3339, is a well-known American folk and gospel song likely originating in the early 19th century about a plaintive soul on the journey through life. As with most folk songs, many variations of the lyrics exist.
Kurt already did that. Although jack could do a wonderful job I think when Kurt did the acoustic cover it can’t be redone out of respect. Rip Kurt Conain. He didn’t kill him self. Neither did Jeffery Epstein
I get absolutely ecstatic when I see "rock" musicians doing traditional music. Being of both worlds, I often got strange reactions when I tried to tie the two together. Thanks Jack.
See the fact of the matter is, Jack White is an actual Musical Artist. He can branch out and do different styles and make it sound good. I actually have more respect for him for doing a country bluegrass singer role in Cold Mountain than I do other singers. Good on you Jack White!
I LOVED this in Cold Mountain... Absolutely beautiful, and Jack White has a perfectly fluid voice to sing this. Thanks for sharing this live vid of Jack singing this.
Hell yeah! Jack White is the Dylan of today. His songs are powerful and original. He plays for music's sake...not for you and me. I fucking love him for his integrity.
Every once in awhile you see an immediate "Classic" a Bonnie Raitt, a Stevie Ray Vaughn.....some people have thing about likeing something or disliking based on popularity or somehow trying to makes themselves seem more "hip" or "unique" as if their opinion on someone elses work makes them special. The music speaks for itself. Jack White is a Classic and Legend, it's been a decade or so since I felt that way about any new musician. If you feel more "elite" by turning up your nose, have at it.
For those who are uninformed, if you saw the movie Cold Mountain, you watched Jack Black, My tastes are very eclectic, like opera, blue grass, country, old timey gospel,, show tunes, ZZ Top (hard to categorize them) and I like Jack White. As for me, this is one of his best.
The comments on this video are outrageous! Jack White was kind enough to share a piece of history with us. Can't we just appreciate it for what it is, and enjoy it? Well, I can. Your loss if you don't.
Oh David you have a delightful journey ahead of you! Jack White is an incredible artist and you will find so much to appreciate. My first experience was this live version of his cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene": th-cam.com/video/I70opS7tTuE/w-d-xo.html and then just keep going from there.
Funny that people seem to forget that about 1843 the Virginia Minstrels followed by other "Minstrel" shows toured Africa and Europe, including Ireland, where they introduced a great deal of Appalachian music. Some of these tunes later migrated back to North America under the guise of Irish music and or African music. The street goes in both directions and it is wonderful that musicians borrow from each other and blend styles. This enriches music for everyone.
Dirk Powell on Banjo, Stuart Duncan on fiddle and Mike Compton of Mandolin! Jack White is in the presence of American music greatness, which he is too.
One of the coolest things about Jack White is that he doesn't give a shit about your opinion. That's why listening to him isn't like playing the same damned CD over and over forever.
So glad Jack started getting into this genre of music his voice was made for blue grass. If y'all haven't heard him and Loretta Lynn together singing White Portland Oregon check it out.
I have to give Jack my thanks for doing his bit in ytying to rescue music from the hacks and pop artists who contribute nothing and try to destroy the past.Jack brings us all these classic country and blues from the shadow of the past.Thank you Jack
May your friend rest in peace. I pray for peace and comfort for you too. God bless you. I love this song. I come back and listen to it now and then. Your friend went to see our Savior.
I am very happy the people with eclectic taste in music like Jack have brought songs like this to the masses. Another great band influenced by the blues is The Black Keys. Greatly influenced by Junior Kimbrough (spelling might be wrong). Check it out. Between Jack Whites music and The Black Keys, I feel relieved to have something new worth listening to. Please don't rip me apart if you don't agree. It is ok to think differently!
This is the first time I've listened to this. Jack White is brilliant. I also found a version he did of an old Dolly Parton tune. Jolene. It blew me away. This one made me cry. I suppose those who do not like this type music, either are very young and in to wrap and all of that, or have no Southern Roots or exposure do this kind of music. I am Southern. Had many relatives who played lots and lots of string instruments. They did bluegrass and gospel. At family gatherings, wherever I was and heard the Pickin getting started, I would run just sit close and listen as long as as long as they would play even some of my Southern relatives who were present, did not appreciate this unique genre. I never understood that. Anyway, yeah Wayfaring Stranger made me cry. Much love to all of you out there who still appreciate this music.
Jack White's rendition of this fine olde tune sings of a tortured heart and mind. Fantastic and well done. it was done with the tradition that it was ment to be done in.
I don't listen to this type music but I hear the story. I been livin in the south for 15 yrs. Love it I learn to express go on. My heart aches had me write good poems. Good work y'all
I live in the Piedmont area, at the foothills of the Brushy Mountains. Union Grove has been the site of hundreds of bluegrass festivals, which continue to this day. I'm getting ready right now to drive to the Senior Center in Statesville, NC, to sing and play for Elders who need day care. The Blue Ridge Mountains are about 90 minutes away, and Asheville, NC, is exactly 100 miles from Statesville, which is the name of the town of my address, although I actually live closer to Union Grove,
So sorry for your loss :( We played Johnny Cash songs at Dad's funeral and this was one of the final 13 from which we chose. It's a beautiful song by Jack or Johnny. Sorry again for your loss ... remember always your friend's smile.
If you love music, you shouldn't point out where other music is lacking. Just don't listen to it because it isn't your style, but you never know what touches someone else. Music is a sensory experience and most people can't pick which kind of music affects them. This generation is the greatest to grow up in, it might not be good to listen to the radio right now, but the genres out there are vast and wonderful. I'm probably younger than you, but I live off of Cash, Holiday, and Reinhardt.
I've listened to many different people sing this song and Jack's is by far the best. He had such an authentic bluegrass twang (for lack of a better word). I grew up in the backwoods of Kentucky, this reminds me so much of home.
Jack White is definitely an "acquired taste". He's not for everybody, and I can relate to that...but to me he is beyond GREAT. I just somehow "get" everything he does. I'm always surprised when I hear something by him for the first time...it's never predictable. He is a true original. If he's not your cup of tea, please go listen to Britney or Justin or Celine...and leave us alone here, so we can soak in some cool Jack, without distraction.
Agreed. He can speak my soul better than I can.
Best of Wayfarin Stranger
Love hime
@@Silvermoonscorpion
Bien dit j'aime ce chanteur ce qu'il produit et j'ai déjà 70ans 😂❤
To the people leaving the negative comments; I'd like to point out 2 things. First, this is a live version and as we all know live versions lack the refinement of the studio versions. Second, for those of us that grew up with and still listen to bluegrass this is pretty great stuff. Bluegrass isn't suppose to sound refined. Hell, it's not even suppose to sound professional. This is the music that grandmothers and aunts sang in the evening after dinner, miners around a fire..... I think his goal was to represent the true nature of bluegrass in it's unrefined glory. Perhaps the movie would give you better context.
Oh man that movie loses the universal feel of this, I am from Englishtown the Bluegrass Hall where Bill Monroe thrived, called it the Capital of Bluegrass and I grew with blue and in my heart and in my soul, I hear this train roll over Jordan on hot coals with no brakeman and no track to refrain, as if to be refined, it would be such the vinegar as to wine, a matter of taste perhaps, then again, listen to that voice and how deep the feel, there is nothing it lacks and for us who sees beyond the axis beyond our eyes, the evermore in our horizons, this lacks nothing to apologize, Kenneth such a darn great sympathetic comment, you have real heart and I do commend, yet for those who listen only with their Disney Dumbo mainstream ears, try a bit of being just being where the music is- it transforms my place into an endless room of windows without walls to fall into, and there is no gravity, no such bounds as would be defined as being depravity, in brevity, Jack's beautiful version, man, it sets me free. Best regards to you and yours... ~RaVen DaWn~ a man of many worlds.
I prefer green grass. While listening to blue grass
Kenneth Pullen bluegrass is not only supposed to be listened to but you have to feel the words. They touch your soul unlike any other music
@@RaVenDaWn999 I am a woman of the city, the suburbs, and strip malls, but this song just connects me to people everywhere in every time who sang to unburden their aching backs and weary souls as they toiled in anonymity. They are still here among us, yearning to return to their places of worship and shared belief. This mournful, yet hopeful song is such an anthem to their endurance of heart and unflagging faithfulness.
To the people leaving the negative points - you are wrong.
Mountain music at its best! This kind of music came from forgotten poor folk, who were lucky to own A banjo! Proud to say some of those same poor folk of the hills of Tennessee who gave way to me. Some of the hardest working people who would share their last crumb.
For all the versions I've heard of this song, Jack's still is my favorite. He lies this weariness in his voice that is so perfect for this song! An almost broke voice with a mindset of just going on to the end. He just takes it home!
+HolandaChiquita I believe he sings it as it was meant to be! I love it!
Tony Hyden Yes I completely agree. that is a very good way to describe his performance in a few words: as it was meant to be!
Have you heard Ralph Stanley's version?
Me too, man imho Jack white is a freakn musical, lyrical genius!
When he plays this in Cold Mountain, I got chills. You can really sense the pain in his voice.
Very pleased to see how Jack White has adopted and respected our music. Tennessee is honored to have him. :)
This song was written in Europe in 1666.
True country and folk music started from different european settlers settling round appalachia, its also where the US southern accent originates from, a blending of Scottish, Irish, etc.@@davidbrown8517
This song was written by W.E.Sallings in Union County Tennessee and is in lot of hymnals. W.E. Sallings was my great grandfather.
What a wonderful heritage and legacy! ♥♥♥ (Although, I love the bluegrass style of Jack White's cover, I must admit that I am partial to Emmylou Harris' cover of this classic spiritual. Simply beautiful! th-cam.com/video/Flrws90oqG4/w-d-xo.html Your grandfather must be smiling from above. :)
"The Wayfaring Stranger" (a.k.a. "Poor Wayfaring Stranger" or "I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger"), Roud 3339, is a well-known American folk and gospel song likely originating in the early 19th century about a plaintive soul on the journey through life. As with most folk songs, many variations of the lyrics exist.
Love it, we are going to include this in worship at church.
Soul it sing to mine. DNA of highest order. Thats centuries of suffering,famine,blood, sweat and tears. Lifes journey. Rebel Yell.
Tips hat to yer DNA.
This is the best version of Wayfaring Stranger; perfect blend of vocals and instruments for mountain hillbilly bluegrass
I'm from Texas. We LOVE OUR TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS!!! REMEMBER THE ALAMO!!!!!!!
He needs to do more old timey music like this....and Where Did You Sleep Last Night...
Im doing a cover of "where did you sleep last night" on my channel: "dusk". Check it out
“In the Pines”
Kurt already did that. Although jack could do a wonderful job I think when Kurt did the acoustic cover it can’t be redone out of respect. Rip Kurt Conain. He didn’t kill him self. Neither did Jeffery Epstein
I would love Mr. White to cover "Where did you sleep last night". He's a genius ... very talented & humble, oh & "In the pines" would be beautiful.
Kurt Cobain nailed that song but jack white could make it his own just like kurt did
I've heard dozens of versions and like them all. But i have to admit this is my favorite. Jack is a true artist..
Cant believe I've never heard this. EPIC!!!
The more I become familiar with Jack White, the more impressed I become.
I get absolutely ecstatic when I see "rock" musicians doing traditional music. Being of both worlds, I often got strange reactions when I tried to tie the two together. Thanks Jack.
This is true blue grass. You very seldom hear the real thing. Best version ever imho
How has this man with the haunting voice not been on my radar? Getting int0 my Appalachian roots and this music grabs me by the guts. GOOD STUFF!
See the fact of the matter is, Jack White is an actual Musical Artist. He can branch out and do different styles and make it sound good. I actually have more respect for him for doing a country bluegrass singer role in Cold Mountain than I do other singers.
Good on you Jack White!
I LOVED this in Cold Mountain... Absolutely beautiful, and Jack White has a perfectly fluid voice to sing this. Thanks for sharing this live vid of Jack singing this.
Nobody does this wonderful song like Jack White
hurts it's so beautiful... been listening to this exact version for years. Hurts every time.
Hell yeah! Jack White is the Dylan of today. His songs are powerful and original. He plays for music's sake...not for you and me. I fucking love him for his integrity.
Every once in awhile you see an immediate "Classic" a Bonnie Raitt, a Stevie Ray Vaughn.....some people have thing about likeing something or disliking based on popularity or somehow trying to makes themselves seem more "hip" or "unique" as if their opinion on someone elses work makes them special. The music speaks for itself. Jack White is a Classic and Legend, it's been a decade or so since I felt that way about any new musician. If you feel more "elite" by turning up your nose, have at it.
A true artist, who feels the music and is true to his interpretation. It's what makes him compelling and the world so varied and vibrant.
For those who are uninformed, if you saw the movie Cold Mountain, you watched Jack Black, My tastes are very eclectic, like opera, blue grass, country, old timey gospel,, show tunes, ZZ Top (hard to categorize them) and I like Jack White. As for me, this is one of his best.
I'm going home to see my SAVOIR Who spilled His precious blood for me
Thanks Jack
And THANK YOU JESUS
The comments on this video are outrageous!
Jack White was kind enough to share a piece of history with us. Can't we just appreciate it for what it is, and enjoy it? Well, I can. Your loss if you don't.
this song just gives me chills.
A critic is a man with no legs who teaches running . Best cover I ever heard . 👍👍👍👍
Jack paints a picture of raw emotion with his enveloping voice
Gosh I love this jam no matter who performs it but Jack white will be the legend of this generation that's a fact.....
Not fair ! Now I have to go watch Cold Mountain again !! I've heard many versions of this but Jack's tears you apart with his voice'
Jack should record a folk cover/traditional album with these guys.
Why have I never heard of this guy before ? He is Brilliant !! Voice is real and raw. Earthy and honest ! More, please !!
Oh David you have a delightful journey ahead of you! Jack White is an incredible artist and you will find so much to appreciate. My first experience was this live version of his cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene":
th-cam.com/video/I70opS7tTuE/w-d-xo.html
and then just keep going from there.
My ancestors have sang this song when i was a small child, Jack White is the real thing.
One of my favorite versions of this song, Well done Jack.
I love this song, mountain music and mountain people ❤️. Jack Whites voice is perfect for this song! Sounds amazing to me ❤️
Jack sings this with such passion and he speaks to my soul.
Funny that people seem to forget that about 1843 the Virginia Minstrels followed by other "Minstrel" shows toured Africa and Europe, including Ireland, where they introduced a great deal of Appalachian music. Some of these tunes later migrated back to North America under the guise of Irish music and or African music. The street goes in both directions and it is wonderful that musicians borrow from each other and blend styles. This enriches music for everyone.
Wow I can't believe Jack does this song!
I've been playin and singin this song
since I was knee high to a grasshopper.
Wish I could hit "like" a thousand times. The rusty-nail edge he puts on this old folk song is perfection.
jack white is amazing
This is simply fantastic. Jack White is a grossly underrated musician.
Love you, Jack White, plain and simple, just love you
Watched Cold Mountain again. Hadn't realized, Jack is in this Movie the first time i saw it.
Amazing how much soul he puts in his performance...
Brilliant! I love Jack Whites voice:)
oh man oh man!! How can this have been out there all this time and I not know about it??? Over the top good
Love this song! Love the Cold Mountain soundtrack
"Where's Georgia???" Although the movie was alittle too much on the romantic side for my taste, but totally agree about the soundtrack.
this song is awesome. Mr. Jack White keep up the great work, I love your music.
gives me chills...this is the kind of music my relatives played when I was growing up
The dislikes just blow me away! You people are off ur freakn rockers! Jack is a freakn Genius! He can sing it all! Hats of to Jack!
Love this song. He's singing my favorite church song :)
Dirk Powell on Banjo, Stuart Duncan on fiddle and Mike Compton of Mandolin! Jack White is in the presence of American music greatness, which he is too.
Yep!!!
This is beautiful! Probably the best rendition I have ever heard; it brings me a lot of comfort in this trying time.
One of the coolest things about Jack White is that he doesn't give a shit about your opinion. That's why listening to him isn't like playing the same damned CD over and over forever.
I like his version. The whole soundtrack is every bit as good as the movie. It's one of my favorites.
So glad Jack started getting into this genre of music his voice was made for blue grass. If y'all haven't heard him and Loretta Lynn together singing White Portland Oregon check it out.
ALWAYS impressed by Jack!
THE...BEST.... SONG... EVER!!! that's it. 4 words. The best song ever!
I lov jack white here, this is a real old song. but jack owns this 1.
I have to give Jack my thanks for doing his bit in ytying to rescue music from the hacks and pop artists who contribute nothing and try to destroy the past.Jack brings us all these classic country and blues from the shadow of the past.Thank you Jack
His voice is a mix of Cobain's and Dylan's. At least I've this impression.
+cicciaciccina Here, exactly. On other stuff, it's harder to describe.
Yes! You're so right, I was trying to define whom he reminded me of and you just gave me the answer!
Robert Plant too
May your friend rest in peace. I pray for peace and comfort for you too. God bless you. I love this song. I come back and listen to it now and then. Your friend went to see our Savior.
this guy.......makes one want to try harder...thanks Jack...again and again
Got rock and roll, got country music playin'. If you hate us, you just don't know what you're sayin'.
--Neil Young
Esta cancion es preciosa y la version the Jack se siente del corason.
I am very happy the people with eclectic taste in music like Jack have brought songs like this to the masses. Another great band influenced by the blues is The Black Keys. Greatly influenced by Junior Kimbrough (spelling might be wrong). Check it out. Between Jack Whites music and The Black Keys, I feel relieved to have something new worth listening to. Please don't rip me apart if you don't agree. It is ok to think differently!
Is there anything Jack White can't do ?
Nope.
Daniel Slade sing?
Haha not sure if troll or angry.
Dude, man, I LOVE his singing voice and go so far as to emulate it, but this one is kinda funny.... Angry, yes, it looks like it.
Daniel Slade Sing?
Probably my favorite version of this great hymn
fecking brilliant !!
Versatile is an understatement the guy is talented !!!!!!!!
229 people disliked this and have no soul.
I agree. Who could possibly not love this? Oh....yeah...
Up to 307 now. Very likely they find his vocal lacking. Compton's mandolin is outstanding as usual.
This is the first time I've listened to this. Jack White is brilliant. I also found a version he did of an old Dolly Parton tune. Jolene. It blew me away. This one made me cry. I suppose those who do not like this type music, either are very young and in to wrap and all of that, or have no Southern Roots or exposure do this kind of music. I am Southern. Had many relatives who played lots and lots of string instruments. They did bluegrass and gospel. At family gatherings, wherever I was and heard the Pickin getting started, I would run just sit close and listen as long as as long as they would play even some of my Southern relatives who were present, did not appreciate this unique genre. I never understood that. Anyway, yeah Wayfaring Stranger made me cry. Much love to all of you out there who still appreciate this music.
They have a soul, it’s just black.
230.....this is crap. Rebekka Nilson is the only one that can sing this song. Hayde blue grass orchestra.
omg how i love anything jack white does
@arnodrayslone That's actually why I love this cover. He sounds like he's weary and in pain. It matches perfectly with the tone of this old hymn.
what can't Mr. White sing?? God I love him! He is tremendous!
Great Version :)
Jack White is bringing back the blues...
Really well sung
this should have 10 million hits , whats wrong with you people, this is as real as it gets.
Love this merci or thxs
Jack White's rendition of this fine olde tune sings of a tortured heart and mind. Fantastic and well done. it was done with the tradition that it was ment to be done in.
he's still the same boy i've always known
This is my favorite version i'am italian and from the north. I love bluegrass music and Jack white!
Old soul
I don't listen to this type music but I hear the story. I been livin in the south for 15 yrs. Love it I learn to express go on. My heart aches had me write good poems. Good work y'all
JACK WHITE ES EL REY......
I live in the Piedmont area, at the foothills of the Brushy Mountains. Union Grove has been the site of hundreds of bluegrass festivals, which continue to this day. I'm getting ready right now to drive to the Senior Center in Statesville, NC, to sing and play for Elders who need day care. The Blue Ridge Mountains are about 90 minutes away, and Asheville, NC, is exactly 100 miles from Statesville, which is the name of the town of my address, although I actually live closer to Union Grove,
Emmy lou harris also does a great version of this song.
A better version I'd say
So sorry for your loss :( We played Johnny Cash songs at Dad's funeral and this was one of the final 13 from which we chose. It's a beautiful song by Jack or Johnny. Sorry again for your loss ... remember always your friend's smile.
im going home
Jack White is one of the most talented musicians playing the most varied styles in the world today. Just awesome!
What original? This is a folk song written in the 1800s. There really isn't an "original"
If you love music, you shouldn't point out where other music is lacking. Just don't listen to it because it isn't your style, but you never know what touches someone else.
Music is a sensory experience and most people can't pick which kind of music affects them. This generation is the greatest to grow up in, it might not be good to listen to the radio right now, but the genres out there are vast and wonderful. I'm probably younger than you, but I live off of Cash, Holiday, and Reinhardt.
What's wrong with this performance. It looks mimed.the banjo player doesn't even have strings on it.
Jack White is definitely a future rock god, three bands, there is no doubt in my mind at least
jack white sings this song from his soul.
sasha. this is the best version ever!
Behold one of the greatest musicians alive today.
Still flowers to my ears.
Its obvious he is a true musician. Much respect.
Jack White was great in Cold Mountain! I had never seen him until then, but my son had and knew who he was.
NOTHING is better than this.
I've listened to many different people sing this song and Jack's is by far the best. He had such an authentic bluegrass twang (for lack of a better word). I grew up in the backwoods of Kentucky, this reminds me so much of home.