My young son is on the Autism spectrum and I have explained to him that this song relates to him as well when he is feeling down about being different. Like the Crooked Tree he grows stronger every day as he explores the gifs he has been given. He graduated from high school last year with honors and is in his second semester of college. This song has inspired and encouraged him and me both!
I have Asperger's and this song is a huge inspiration to me. It's become my little Aspie anthem. (I'm almost 70, and my entire life has been an adventure, to say the least. So every bit helps.) 😀
Almost 50 years ago I quit college to pursue a life as a musician. I had grown up on a farm, worked as a logger and pulp cutter, and "worked in a sawmill or two"..."The Old Home Place" was my bluegrass anthem. Recently, as I approach 70 I've reflected and sometimes questioned the wisdom of that choice - deepest thanks to Molly for reminding me of who I am.
Robert, you were wise in your direction . If musicians do not become professional for their life vocation direction and purchase fine built tonewoods, people who are luthiers by choice of their lifestyles work would starve . Trees make fine sounding instruments for the world to enjoy . Plus the replanting will ensure a great future for tonewoods to continue to be played by generations to come . But leave the crooked ones to live.
@@hayleyb467 Thank you. I should clarify though, merely that possessing the gift of music is all the wealth in the world, and without it, is bereft longing. That the decision between sacrificing a conventional work-a-day life to a dedication to music - could hardly be regretted..
This band has more talent squeezed together on one stage than any I have ever seen. I am 71. 'Follow the science' involved on how to put together a band.
After my Mother’s second heart attack, I looked to the sky and experienced two cranes flying together over the roof of her screened-in porch. I am reminded of this beautiful experience when listening to this beautiful heartfelt song about her mother.💕
The new country music is nauseating prepackaged propaganda, but what they call "new grass" which is what genre Molly and Golden Highway most closely fall into is truly something special. I could listen to this all day long.
Of all the songs I've heard in the last year, none has moved me like this one! We live in a world where "Crooked Trees" feel left out, alone and often ridiculed! How wonderful to find that our uniqueness is something to celebrate! I'm PROUD to be a crooked tree!
This song and the album are amongst the finest things Molly has done. She decided to go back to her roots and produce a full bluegrass album and she has done this at the height of her powers. A classic album for all lovers of pure music!
Bluegrass has the new generation of young talent. All it was ever missing to make a jump was top level song writing. This is an example of that step forward.
A little song to help crooked trees have gratitude for being made, how they were made. God bless all the crooked trees and those who judge them because they are different. Molly and Melody have written a masterpiece here.
I bought this cd on only knowing this song. It touched me, completely. Mu husband is a Naturalist and trying to help save our old growth forest here in S.E. Ohio. Thank you Molly. The entire record is wonderful. Just received it the mail.💙🎶🎶
I've friends that now moved back west they came here 30 plus years ago they told me they never seen so many trees I told them you couldn't see across the road when I was a kid oak trees as wide as a car on more sadly 😢 I'm in western kentucky . ms Tuttle has some great music !
I heard this on Mountain Stage. A totally stunning song, such a sad story with powerful metaphors woven in. This is truly briliant songwriting. As a lover of the forest, I was in tears. And the band is terrific, joyful, flawless. As someone else noted, this song will be played for generations, a new classic. Thank you, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, for this musical gift.
Thank you, Molly. What an awesome song. We love "Crooked Tree," the melody and meaningful lyrics. We feel your brilliant joy. The world is better because you are here.
We saw Molly and Jack, her father, at The Stoughton Opera House, in Stoughton, Wisconsin, 15(+/-) years ago! Watched her and her band this morning on CBS Saturday Mornings. She was fabulous then, and fabulous now!
Great song, thank you. Reminds me of the ancient Chinese Taoist philosopher Zhuangzi’s story of the Crooked Tree: "Huizi said to Zhuangzi, “This old tree is so crooked and rough that it is useless for lumber. In the same way, your teachings have no practical use.” Zhuangzi replied, “This tree may be useless as lumber, but you could rest in the gentle shade of its big branches or admire its rustic character. It only seems useless to you because you want to turn it into something else and don't know how to appreciate it for what it is. My teachings are like this.” Apparently a lesson we have yet to learn.
@@zorbanongreco 1) Being unusual is a blessing, not a curse; 2) beauty snd grace are multi-splendoured things; 3) individuality = freedom; dependence on conformity = death.
Wonderful song and performance. Do not miss that Molly, the most amazing guitarist, allows the fiddle a prominent spot, playing out the song at the end. Classy Lady.
Wow Molly, you're like a flower that never stops blooming. Thanks for being a true artistic part of my life. We're all blessed and lucky to have you. I never take things like that for granted. Stay safe, be well.
"like a flower that never stops blooming" ... what a perfect description. I've been a fan of Molly since the family and AJ were touring, and "never stops blooming" is spot on.
Just watched you on CBS Saturday morning. Most of the time I have not been impressed with musicians they help to show off their talents but WOW!!! You and your group are wonderful. Good enough for me to remember your name and look it up. God bless you all and many blessings for the future from Minnesota.
@@dalevancleefsr Thanks Dale! Wow! I write songs on occasion so I really respect those who can do it well. Molly is just the complete package that Bluegrass ( and the World ) needs. Hadn't been this interested in Bluegrass since the late 70's.
Thanks Molly and the Golden Highway. I love the song. I as well would rather be a crooked tree, sometimes I forget that. It’s nice to hear a friendly reminder ✌️❤️⚡️
How could you not come away after hearing this without a spark in your heart? You would have to be with the angels that gave these youngin's their talents.
Yeah :) the first song of hers I heard was "Good Enough," which came on the radio one morning as I was driving home through a snowstorm in northern Wyoming. I was hooked.
Just viewed formation of Great Lakes, by coincidence. Crooked tree, not caring its origin, keeps dodging the saw mill. Brilliant lyric and performance. Can't wait for the rocket that goes to Planet Molly!! Ü♫♥
You make me so happy. The joy you exhibit when you sing and play is heart-warming, and I am delighted at your ability to attract extraordinary musicians to you. New videos from you are high priority views for me. Thanks, Ms Tuttle!
Hi Molly and The Golden Highway!!! I’m a group therapist for middle schoolers and this song is going to be the basis for staying true to your identity and values :-)
I was in Jacksonville, OR, last night and could not stop shifting my gaze from Molley and her bandmates to the beautiful cooked tree she noticed and spoke of as this song was introduced. I have not felt so moved by a musician or music in a very long time. Thank you!
My young son is on the Autism spectrum and I have explained to him that this song relates to him as well when he is feeling down about being different. Like the Crooked Tree he grows stronger every day as he explores the gifs he has been given. He graduated from high school last year with honors and is in his second semester of college. This song has inspired and encouraged him and me both!
I have Asperger's and this song is a huge inspiration to me. It's become my little Aspie anthem. (I'm almost 70, and my entire life has been an adventure, to say the least. So every bit helps.) 😀
Almost 50 years ago I quit college to pursue a life as a musician. I had grown up on a farm, worked as a logger and pulp cutter, and "worked in a sawmill or two"..."The Old Home Place" was my bluegrass anthem. Recently, as I approach 70 I've reflected and sometimes questioned the wisdom of that choice - deepest thanks to Molly for reminding me of who I am.
beautiful. may we all remember & celebrate who we really are♡
Robert, you were wise in your direction . If musicians do not become professional for their life vocation direction and purchase fine built tonewoods, people who are luthiers by choice of their lifestyles work would starve .
Trees make fine sounding instruments for the world to enjoy . Plus the replanting will ensure a great future for tonewoods to continue to be played by generations to come . But leave the crooked ones to live.
World population is made up of two kinds: Musicians and failures. I'm one of the latter.
@@TrystonL7 we're all sinners & saints. failure from time to time is unavoidable, dan.
chin up:)
love from texas ♡
@@hayleyb467 Thank you. I should clarify though, merely that possessing the gift of music is all the wealth in the world, and without it, is bereft longing. That the decision between sacrificing a conventional work-a-day life to a dedication to music - could hardly be regretted..
Who doesn't love Molly Tuttle? I'm proud to be a crooked tree, for sure. Wouldn't have it any other way.
Now the world is a little better for having Molly in it!!! Thank you for sharing your music 💝
❤️🔥
it really is. And all the new " there no new good "music idiots can shut it
You're not wrong.
When Molly plays and sings the whole world smiles.
Molly is up there with the greatest musicians of all time.
This band has more talent squeezed together on one stage than any I have ever seen. I am 71. 'Follow the science' involved on how to put together a band.
After my Mother’s second heart attack, I looked to the sky and experienced two cranes flying together over the roof of her screened-in porch. I am reminded of this beautiful experience when listening to this beautiful heartfelt song about her mother.💕
I heard this in the hospital. I'm so excited I now have this song to listen to!
Bless the crocked trees like us! 😊
Saw Molly and Golden Highway at Vancouver Folk Festival. They stole our hearts. I hope they will return soon.
RAINcouver loves you Molly!
I just discovered her at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in SF and I've had her in heavy rotation ever since. I'm not even that into bluegrass, honestly.
The new country music is nauseating prepackaged propaganda, but what they call "new grass" which is what genre Molly and Golden Highway most closely fall into is truly something special. I could listen to this all day long.
This is an amazing song, I can see this being played for generations to come at many a bluegrass festival.
I hope so👍
Don’t know if I could survive the craziness of the world right now if I hadn’t found Molly Tuttle‘s music.
Of all the songs I've heard in the last year, none has moved me like this one! We live in a world where "Crooked Trees" feel left out, alone and often ridiculed! How wonderful to find that our uniqueness is something to celebrate! I'm PROUD to be a crooked tree!
This song and the album are amongst the finest things Molly has done. She decided to go back to her roots and produce a full bluegrass album and she has done this at the height of her powers. A classic album for all lovers of pure music!
What’s the album? I love this!
@@amziadi The album is called “Crooked Tree”.
I'm sure she always did fine things...
@@richtfingers thanks!! 😊
Bluegrass has the new generation of young talent. All it was ever missing to make a jump was top level song writing. This is an example of that step forward.
A little song to help crooked trees have gratitude for being made, how they were made. God bless all the crooked trees and those who judge them because they are different. Molly and Melody have written a masterpiece here.
Incredible talent. Sooo UNIQUE. Thank YOU, Darling 💚💜🌈
So that's how I've escaped "the Mill"...
God bless the 'Crooked Trees"!
I bought this cd on only knowing this song. It touched me, completely. Mu husband is a Naturalist and trying to help save our old growth forest here in S.E. Ohio. Thank you Molly. The entire record is wonderful. Just received it the mail.💙🎶🎶
Give 'em hell ✊
What's a CD? I thought that was a bank financial thing where they give you a really crappy interest rate but that doesn't make sense.
I've friends that now moved back west they came here 30 plus years ago they told me they never seen so many trees I told them you couldn't see across the road when I was a kid oak trees as wide as a car on more sadly 😢 I'm in western kentucky . ms Tuttle has some great music !
Love this song. Great job Molly!
Keep it up lil’ sis!
The fiddlin at the end is Exquisite
I am a crooked tree and I am wild and free ✌🏼
Lordy, Lordy, Lordy I love this woman and her talent!
Thanks Molly and friends. Molly, to me it's not just your playing, singing, it's your overall persona. Your joy is infectious and I appreciate it.
Love Molly’s vocals - she keeps getting better!
@@Figurethat111 I noticed how good her voice was on this song. I agree, she has improved. The more you perform the better you get.
Molly and her band cut so deep. I just love them.
I heard this on Mountain Stage. A totally stunning song, such a sad story with powerful metaphors woven in. This is truly briliant songwriting. As a lover of the forest, I was in tears. And the band is terrific, joyful, flawless. As someone else noted, this song will be played for generations, a new classic. Thank you, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, for this musical gift.
This song will be eternal. One of those songs everyone 100 years from now will still know.
Brilliant song, very meaningful and delivered from the heart with Molly's expressive and soulful voice. ❤
Go! Baby Go Go Go!❤
Molly Tuttle is one of the faces of the future of Bluegrass.
This musical genre is unique to America, and these people are virtuosos. They deserve more attention.
Molly has grown so much as a musician...from amazing flat-picker to amazing singer songwriter.
And I love the fiddle girl.😊
Outstanding. What a treat to watch skilled musicians, having a blast playing together.
Guess I could be a crooked tree, guess we’re all to some degree. Love her music ❤
am in tears
Crooked Tree CD is an amazing. The song BIG BACKYARD especially touch my heart. Reminded me of THIS LAND IS MY LAND.
Molly Just gets better and better. Thanks for posting.
Love that song! Get down Molly & friends!
A new Molly Tuttle video!!! -> CLICK… repeat. 👏👏👏💗
Thank you, Molly. What an awesome song. We love "Crooked Tree," the melody and meaningful lyrics. We feel your brilliant joy. The world is better because you are here.
Molly is something else. A gift from the heavens.
Could listen to Molly play all day.
What a fabulous talent !!!! Thank you Molly❤❤
We saw Molly and Jack, her father, at The Stoughton Opera House, in Stoughton, Wisconsin, 15(+/-) years ago! Watched her and her band this morning on CBS Saturday Mornings. She was fabulous then, and fabulous now!
What a way to start the day. Cures so many ills. How can we ever thank you, Molly?❤
Great song, thank you. Reminds me of the ancient Chinese Taoist philosopher Zhuangzi’s story of the Crooked Tree: "Huizi said to Zhuangzi, “This old tree is so crooked and rough that it is useless for lumber. In the same way, your teachings have no practical use.” Zhuangzi replied, “This tree may be useless as lumber, but you could rest in the gentle shade of its big branches or admire its rustic character. It only seems useless to you because you want to turn it into something else and don't know how to appreciate it for what it is. My teachings are like this.” Apparently a lesson we have yet to learn.
Brilliant! Beautiful! And so many profound layers of meaning. This is my new favourite bluegrass song and LOVE your band!
Vince : many layers of meaning you write. Would you list them for me please. Genuine inquiry here .
@@zorbanongreco 1) Being unusual is a blessing, not a curse; 2) beauty snd grace are multi-splendoured things; 3) individuality = freedom; dependence on conformity = death.
@@Cencio108, thanks. I agree.
This is a group of very special people 💙
Molly, God has given you an amazing gift. Just remember that every song you sing to His glory will yield an eternal reward. :)
Wonderful song and performance. Do not miss that Molly, the most amazing guitarist, allows the fiddle a prominent spot, playing out the song at the end. Classy Lady.
This song can make me bawl like a baby and want to shine my brightest all at once. 🌠
I love this band. You are all beautiful humans. Love your music and your style. I wish you much success and happiness.
Wow Molly, you're like a flower that never stops blooming. Thanks for being a true artistic part of my life. We're all blessed and lucky to have you. I never take things like that for granted. Stay safe, be well.
"like a flower that never stops blooming" ... what a perfect description. I've been a fan of Molly since the family and AJ were touring, and "never stops blooming" is spot on.
@@IdealDanl AJ Lee and Blue Summit are doing well too if you follow them. AJ has a fantastic voice!
@@alan4sure Thanks for the tip! I'd lost track of AJ.
@@IdealDanl You're very welcome!
Everything Molly does is beautiful. She's an incredible talent, and I'll always bless the day I first discovered her music.
Just watched you on CBS Saturday morning. Most of the time I have not been impressed with musicians they help to show off their talents but WOW!!! You and your group are wonderful. Good enough for me to remember your name and look it up. God bless you all and many blessings for the future from Minnesota.
I am definitely impressed with Molly. A new find for me.
Molly is the fucking bomb!!
Wow... this REAL country. I'm in love with Molly.
No way. I'm in love with Molly. :)
This song as a music video with drone footage and all sorts of visuals of trees would be a 50M view HIT!
An absolute awesome well written song and performed with such precision and joy!!!! I absolutely love this amazing song ❗️
Yeah! I'd like to know who wrote it. Gave me Chills from the first moment on! Pretty much describes my life.
@@jackwilloughby239 Written by Molly Tuttle and Melody Walker
@@dalevancleefsr Thanks Dale! Wow! I write songs on occasion so I really respect those who can do it well. Molly is just the complete package that Bluegrass ( and the World ) needs. Hadn't been this interested in Bluegrass since the late 70's.
@@dalevancleefsr 👍
@@murraywilloughby7116 you must be aware of Billy Strings then too.👍
Thanks Molly and the Golden Highway. I love the song. I as well would rather be a crooked tree, sometimes I forget that. It’s nice to hear a friendly reminder ✌️❤️⚡️
man this is such a beautiful song
How could you not come away after hearing this without a spark in your heart? You would have to be with the angels that gave these youngin's their talents.
Sorry, my fault editing original thought. Happens. You know what I mean. Big fan.
How does she only have 76 thousand followers? I'm a musician myself it's tough to get the recognition you deserve.
Denmark loves Molly❤❤❤👍
Always a joy: more good music from Molly and her band. I wish her tour included San Diego.
I had a meeting around noon today where they kept telling me basically “why won’t you do what we want?”
now I’m crying at this validating song
Love the lyrics!!! You are so talented Molly Tuttle, Thanks for sharing !!! 🎸🎙
Tear in the eye and a smile. Just wonderful. I'd much rather be a crooked tree too.
Anything Molly does is wonderful - but - I am happy to see she has gone back to her roots and doing Bluegrass again.
Beautiful song, beautiful music. Molly can't wait to see you back in Ireland very soon.
Great lyrics brilliantly delivered.
Molly has such a soulful voice. Really takes you to places.
Yeah :) the first song of hers I heard was "Good Enough," which came on the radio one morning as I was driving home through a snowstorm in northern Wyoming. I was hooked.
Just strings and an amazing voice.
How much I miss watching live music!
Hope to see you guys in Europe soon.
That is one of the prettiest songs I've ever heard, Molly is a poet~songwriter along with being a brilliant musician and wonderful human being I love!
Finally! Somebody mic'd the bass where I can hear it. Thank You. Lovely. Great combination Molly. More please!
I’m addicted to this song. It’s perfection!
Id sooner be a crooked tree too" ...
Thank you Molly for the beautiful tunes...👍🇮🇪
Just viewed formation of Great Lakes, by coincidence. Crooked tree, not caring its origin, keeps dodging the saw mill. Brilliant lyric and performance. Can't wait for the rocket that goes to Planet Molly!! Ü♫♥
Im loving your style, I feel I know you
stay humble and true and real
GOD BLESS US CROOKED TREES ❤
Man! This song is about me! Thanks Molly!
You make me so happy. The joy you exhibit when you sing and play is heart-warming, and I am delighted at your ability to attract extraordinary musicians to you. New videos from you are high priority views for me. Thanks, Ms Tuttle!
Great song thanks for sharing your talents with us
Whitey Morgan brought me here..Great song..Thank you
Good golly Miss Molly been a busy lil beaver 👍🤠🤣👑💗💗
This song speaks to me on every level
WOW!! MOLLY, WHAT AN AMAZING PERFORMANCE!! I LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF IT!! I AM DEFINITELY CROOKED TREE RIGHT HERE!!
Fantastic artist, fantastic band, fantastic songs and song writing. The pinnacle of musicianship. Hope the best for her and her band.
Nice! It is always pleasing to see young musicians bring new life to folk traditions.
I just found you on PBS today. I LOVE your music. ❤
I'm glad I found Molly and her music. I must live a sheltered life. Never heard of her before a year ago and I love her music and guitar picking.
Molly don't lose these guys. Perfect fit. They are brilliant. And why are we being drip fed these songs?
🏄♂️Fabulous thanks, fabulous song🌺🐶🌺
Thanks for helping me forget about the wars woes and darkness just goes to show there is still some sunshine in this Life
See, this is the BEST of America.
Hi Molly and The Golden Highway!!! I’m a group therapist for middle schoolers and this song is going to be the basis for staying true to your identity and values :-)
Great band, looking forward to the new record. The harmonies between Molly and Shelby are as good as it gets.
I was in Jacksonville, OR, last night and could not stop shifting my gaze from Molley and her bandmates to the beautiful cooked tree she noticed and spoke of as this song was introduced. I have not felt so moved by a musician or music in a very long time. Thank you!
I love this song. It speaks to me. I’ve always felt different but the older I get, the more I can see the value in that.
so much bluegrass sounds contrived, played to a tired formula - Molly and her band are a breath of fresh air!😃