I forgot to mention - I'm 59 yrs old & just recently was cleaning the house up/out. I gave my kids ALL of our old VHS tapes, EXCEPT this one. It stays with me forever & they'll not get it until I'm gone. (unless I invest in a VHS to DVD recorder). I'm a die hard romantic & this movie has it all, along with BC's amazing music!
The movie has stayed with me since the early 80s. I always remembered that I loved the music and that the story was about an illiterate girl and a musician. Recently, I Googled the details and found Melanie on TH-cam. It was late but I just had to watch it again 40 years later. I did know anything about Burton Cummings or his accomplishments before rewatching Melanie the other night, so now I've fallen into a Burton Cummings rabbit hole.
I played guitar with Burt in this movie. The concert was filmed at the Queen Elizabeth Theater in Toronto, and certain songs from the concert were inserted directly into the film, another example being "Something Old, Something New". We later recorded the soundtrack in Hollywood, but they decided to keep some of the "live" recordings in the film, as they had that raw, "edge". I still have that lovely gray suede jacket he wears in this clip, in my closet. Anybody want it?
"Melanie" was a "little known" film from sometime in the 80s. It also has a VERY young Don Johnson in it. The film really did not do that great at the box office, but to this day it remains one of my favorites! It is hard to find now, but IF you cann get your hands a copy, it's worth just for the music in it alone! Robin
I loved this movie! It did well in Canada & Burton won a Juno for this song (the equivalent of an Academy award in the states). I thought Burton was really good in this. I wish he would’ve done more acting.
I think, after living for 61 years, and loving music before I could walk, that out of everything, this is at least in the top 10 of all time. Just so pretty and understandable of various life situations. Thank you Burton. JF
I also remember watching Melanie on HBO the first time around . I believe it was called a HBO sleeper back then . Talk about a cast . How many guys had a crush on the outstanding Glynnis O' Connor . In the movies ending with "You Saved My Soul " that is Gary Peterson on drums . Also Burton's old song writing friend and great bass player Ian Gardiner . Looking at this now all I can say where does time go ?
Heard this song this past weekend on a repeat of Casey Kasem's American Top 40 from 1981. Hard to believe this only made #37... it deserved better. My uncle is a major Burton fan and I certainly can't fault him for that - the man can SING. "Dream Of A Child" is my favorite song of his.
I saw this movie on T.V in 1980's I was great, I've been looking for it for years. I loved the song and Burton's CD the Best of Burton Cummings. One of the best voices ever.
A special person has done me a damned big fav with a song having to with "MELANIE".After `bout 10 years of hope, to what i was looking for i finally found what i was looking for!! I LOVE this flick. Its just a crying shame that such a movie isnt more popular!! THANKS for posting!!!
When I watched the movie, "Melanie," that theme song got stuck in my head and heart, and is still there right now. And, yes I thoroughly enjoyed the movie.
Thanks for posting this video! "I'm in the nude for love". I won a contest from a radio station to go to the premier of the movie in Toronto, was picked up by limo, stayed in a fancy hotel and attended the after premier party...was very cool...Burton performed solo on the piano. Glynis O'Connor and Don Johnson werent there...just all the Canadian actors!
Burton was great in this movie and the songs were upstanding. The movie is very hard to get which is a shame. It was really a good movie with notable actors and I will repeat myself with great music from a great talent. They need to put this movie on DVD.
I wonder how many of us have the old videotape of the movie Melanie but no machine to play then. I am glad that we can visit it online. I love this movie it’s an experience movie that is part of my life!
Never saw the movie but sure know the song. This vignette makes the movie appear to be an emotional rollercoaster ride. Does anyone have a more angelic voice then Burton? Remember 1977's "I'm Scared?" Talk about sitting in the front pew. Thanks for the posting of a great tune!
OMG,, I accidentally saw this movie back in 84 or so & totally fell in love with it,, & had to search high & low to find the music/song. I recorded the movie & saved it to watch with my girls when they were old enough. An amazing story line with totally awesome Burton Cummings music! **Recognize the very young Don Johnson?
ummmm, loving me some Burton Cummings!! I actually found this movie years ago on ebay! Bought it just because of Burton Cummings! I am a die hard fan from the 70's!!!
In the title of this song, there is a link to someone in Britan whom I ordered from. It took all of 4 days to recieve the movie. I recommend it, Highly!!!! I've been looking for about 9 years, off and on. Quality is unsurpassed. By the way, it was the song I played when I proposed to my wife of 28 years. A true treasure. Thanks to, well, you know. JF, Portland, OR, USA
Hey, gvbezoff, I meant in terms of US top 40 hits. '"Stand tall' was Burton's 1st solo 1, and 'You saved my soul' was his other 1, here in the states. That's my definition of hit artists. Those songs which make the top 40 here in America. Peace.
Us bollboard hot 100, stand tall reached no.10. On cash box it was no. 5. Adult contemporary it was no.2. In Canada it reached no.1 for 1 week. Saved my soul was 37 his last no.1 was when he was in the guess who. They were good enough to go no.1 though.
It comes from the movie "Melanie" and Burton did a lot more than a cameo. The title of the movie is also on the credits at the top left of this page. Geez!
PS, and all at Pembine< wi, for all you gave me, from the Butterfields, and the Golf Course, and especially, Vicky Butterfield. Times do change, and life goes on! JF
Got this movie from a fellow in Britain who specializes in hard to find music videos. Cost less than 20.00 USD and is from the original movie. Write if you want more info. JF
BC is SO much more than "Stand Tall" (or even "American Woman".) Chart sales is a poor way to measure versatility, performance, musicianship, and staying power. Apparently the fact that he still CARES about the music and the fans (that he keeps going instead of retiring) says it all for me.
@HeathenBiologist At last someone wrote this. Was played in 2 scenes. The girl played it in the BMW 6-series, and the other one played it on the ice. Great song and freaky movie
@SD2TX Hi, which gitar did you play, as I so totally love this song and what it means. And if you played this, I am so impressed, and as one of about 480 who have done what I have done in my life, that is so much of a compliment. Thank you for all the info. I bought a copy of this movie, on disc, taken from the original reels from a company in England. Had the tape, but wore it out and it is almost impossible to find. Was my wedding song in 1981. That jacket? I'll take it. Joseph F
@@teresamatheson273 Nice to meet you, smile 😊 are you fully American? Well I'm a Polish American, Mum from Lublin Poland while my dad an American. I was born here in the States but was raised in Poland by my Aunt who is married to an East Indian and I do speak English Fluently though I have an accent not so sure if you really like it but most people do. So don't know if you mind accent??
Yes David, I am fully American. I have done some research on my family. My Dad's great grand parents came from Ireland and England. My Mom's ancestors on both were American Indians. Oh....and I do love hearing people with accents!💓
@ShellTrek Send me a note and I can tell you where to get it. Something like "Rare DVD's and Movies" tge UK. I was like 15 including postage and took all of 4 days to get to me from the time I ordered it to the time I recieved it. It was copied from the original film reel.
If you want a copy of the entire movie on DVD, give me a holler and I'll give you the info. It is taken from the film, and I, critic that I am, rate it a 9.75. JF
If anyone wants a copy of this movie, taken from the original film, give me a note. I'll respond with the info where I bought it, from Britian. Took all of 4 days and cost about 16.00US. JF
I own this movie on VHS and I will never get rid of it. Great movie and great music!
I love this song.. the man has a heavenly voice!! back when songs had a meaning!!
I forgot to mention - I'm 59 yrs old & just recently was cleaning the house up/out. I gave my kids ALL of our old VHS tapes, EXCEPT this one. It stays with me forever & they'll not get it until I'm gone. (unless I invest in a VHS to DVD recorder). I'm a die hard romantic & this movie has it all, along with BC's amazing music!
He is an amazing artist. One of the best Canadians to ever be born into the industry. Canada has some phenomenal artists and he tops my charts.
The movie has stayed with me since the early 80s. I always remembered that I loved the music and that the story was about an illiterate girl and a musician. Recently, I Googled the details and found Melanie on TH-cam. It was late but I just had to watch it again 40 years later. I did know anything about Burton Cummings or his accomplishments before rewatching Melanie the other night, so now I've fallen into a Burton Cummings rabbit hole.
I agree with you❤❤❤
I played guitar with Burt in this movie. The concert was filmed at the Queen Elizabeth Theater in Toronto, and certain songs from the concert were inserted directly into the film, another example being "Something Old, Something New". We later recorded the soundtrack in Hollywood, but they decided to keep some of the "live" recordings in the film, as they had that raw, "edge". I still have that lovely gray suede jacket he wears in this clip, in my closet. Anybody want it?
Just loved this movie so much. Burton Cummings is a fine actor.
Loved that movie and this song. What great memories, so long ago now. Miss those days!
"Melanie" was a "little known" film from sometime in the 80s. It also has a VERY young Don Johnson in it.
The film really did not do that great at the box office, but to this day it remains one of my favorites! It is hard to find now, but IF you cann get your hands a copy, it's worth just for the music in it alone!
Robin
love this movie
It was 1982 to be exact.
probably where don johnson learned to sing...
Saw it decades ago and found it on youtube last night. Stayed up late just to rewatch.
I loved this movie! It did well in Canada & Burton won a Juno for this song (the equivalent of an Academy award in the states). I thought Burton was really good in this. I wish he would’ve done more acting.
great great song good movie thanks for sharing been looking for this song a long time
I think, after living for 61 years, and loving music before I could walk, that out of everything, this is at least in the top 10 of all time. Just so pretty and understandable of various life situations.
Thank you Burton.
JF
I also remember watching Melanie on HBO the first time around . I believe it was called a HBO sleeper back then . Talk about a cast . How many guys had a crush on the outstanding Glynnis O' Connor . In the movies ending with "You Saved My Soul " that is Gary Peterson on drums . Also Burton's old song writing friend and great bass player Ian Gardiner . Looking at this now all I can say where does time go ?
Don't forget Paul Sorvino as his agent!
This is my single most favorite song of Burton's single career. I own the terrific movie that it belongs to. Thank you for posting this awsome video.
This was the first time that I ever heard Burton Cumming sing. Wow, I was 8 and totally fell in love.
Heard this song this past weekend on a repeat of Casey Kasem's American Top 40 from 1981. Hard to believe this only made #37... it deserved better. My uncle is a major Burton fan and I certainly can't fault him for that - the man can SING. "Dream Of A Child" is my favorite song of his.
I saw this movie on T.V in 1980's I was great, I've been looking for it for years. I loved the song and Burton's CD the Best of Burton Cummings. One of the best voices ever.
I wish there were a single of this recording. I've got one released in 1993 from a concert performance. LOVE this movie!!!
I love this movie. Also the songs from Burton are some fine tunes. I still have this flick, and it will always be pricless.
A special person has done me a damned big fav with a song having to with "MELANIE".After `bout 10 years of hope, to what i was looking for i finally found what i was looking for!! I LOVE this flick. Its just a crying shame that such a movie isnt more popular!! THANKS for posting!!!
When I watched the movie, "Melanie," that theme song got stuck in my head and heart, and is still there right now. And, yes I thoroughly enjoyed the movie.
I LOVE this movie. I have been looking a long time for a copy. I had taped it off the tv, but my children taped over it,,,,:(,
my mother thanks you...my father thanks you...my sister thanks you...and I thank you (George M. Cohan)
My fav. movie of all time!!! ❤️
Thanks for posting this video! "I'm in the nude for love". I won a contest from a radio station to go to the premier of the movie in Toronto, was picked up by limo, stayed in a fancy hotel and attended the after premier party...was very cool...Burton performed solo on the piano. Glynis O'Connor and Don Johnson werent there...just all the Canadian actors!
Burton was great in this movie and the songs were upstanding. The movie is very hard to get which is a shame. It was really a good movie with notable actors and I will repeat myself with great music from a great talent. They need to put this movie on DVD.
I wonder how many of us have the old videotape of the movie Melanie but no machine to play then. I am glad that we can visit it online. I love this movie it’s an experience movie that is part of my life!
Never saw the movie but sure know the song. This vignette makes the movie appear to be an emotional rollercoaster ride. Does anyone have a more angelic voice then Burton?
Remember 1977's "I'm Scared?" Talk about sitting in the front pew. Thanks for the posting of a great tune!
One awesome movie, starring one AWESOME singer !!!! Thanks Burton
OMG,, I accidentally saw this movie back in 84 or so & totally fell in love with it,, & had to search high & low to find the music/song. I recorded the movie & saved it to watch with my girls when they were old enough. An amazing story line with totally awesome Burton Cummings music! **Recognize the very young Don Johnson?
Burton hit #37 in Billboard, 10-24-81. God bless ya, for postin' it. Thanx!
One of his very BEST.thanks
Great song and great movie. Classic. Thanks for posting.
ummmm, loving me some Burton Cummings!! I actually found this movie years ago on ebay! Bought it just because of Burton Cummings! I am a die hard fan from the 70's!!!
Hello Linda, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm David from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? You seems like a real Country girl😊🌹
Burton Cummings LOVE this Guy!
Love him so much! Fantastic actor and singer!
i absolutely loved this movie and have it on an old vhs tape..go me!!
Still the greatest of all popular songs. So romantic!
Love you still, Sonia; and Larry, Gladys, Eric, and Kermit, of Tomah, WI.
JF
In the title of this song, there is a link to someone in Britan whom I ordered from. It took all of 4 days to recieve the movie. I recommend it, Highly!!!!
I've been looking for about 9 years, off and on. Quality is unsurpassed.
By the way, it was the song I played when I proposed to my wife of 28 years.
A true treasure.
Thanks to, well, you know.
JF, Portland, OR, USA
loved the song and the movie. wish i could get the movie!!!!
I LOVE ❤️You 😘Burton
"Teach me how to fly, and pick me up when I'm fallin'"
One of the most poingiant lines in all of music.
JF
Beautiful lyrics. So touching
My all time favorite song...Love you Burton! Have the original 45..Can't part with it....now that vinyl is making a comeback!
Hello Barbara, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm David from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? You seems like a real Country girl😊🌹
Great to see, the movie and a fantastic song.5 stars ***** thankyou to aliciastef & IdolAmerica
Burton played a musician in this movie on early HBO,..it was a good acting job Burton put on,it was a pretty good movie havent seen it since
I remember this song
love me some Burton.
Why isn't this Movie being played on T.V.! "Best Canadian Movie ever"!
Fantastic song
Would love to see the Melanie Movie again! Requesting it for over 2 decades now! All I get on cable is the same movies over & over again?
It’s on TH-cam if you haven’t found it already
Jamie Dick (The Young Boy) actually lived on my street in Toronto? Pretty Cool! You can also catch him on one of The Littlest Hobo shows
Hey, gvbezoff, I meant in terms of US top 40 hits. '"Stand tall' was Burton's 1st solo 1, and 'You saved my soul' was his other 1, here in the states. That's my definition of hit artists. Those songs which make the top 40 here in America. Peace.
Us bollboard hot 100, stand tall reached no.10. On cash box it was no. 5. Adult contemporary it was no.2. In Canada it reached no.1 for 1 week. Saved my soul was 37 his last no.1 was when he was in the guess who. They were good enough to go no.1 though.
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!
It comes from the movie "Melanie" and Burton did a lot more than a cameo. The title of the movie is also on the credits at the top left of this page. Geez!
You saved my Soul Burton!
PS, and all at Pembine< wi, for all you gave me, from the Butterfields, and the Golf Course, and especially, Vicky Butterfield.
Times do change, and life goes on!
JF
I'm obsessed with this movie! Unfortunately: I've tried for 3 years to get this movie... But; for some reason; or another, it's unobtainable??? UGH!
It's on u tube
Brief appearance by former Guess Who drummer Garry Peterson in the credit montage as well!
Got this movie from a fellow in Britain who specializes in hard to find music videos. Cost less than 20.00 USD and is from the original movie. Write if you want more info.
JF
That was Garry Peterson drumming!
BC is SO much more than "Stand Tall" (or even "American Woman".) Chart sales is a poor way to measure versatility, performance, musicianship, and staying power. Apparently the fact that he still CARES about the music and the fans (that he keeps going instead of retiring) says it all for me.
awesome
very good but have you listen heavenly blue...is a song of him..amazing
His very BEST
@HeathenBiologist At last someone wrote this. Was played in 2 scenes. The girl played it in the BMW 6-series, and the other one played it on the ice. Great song and freaky movie
Hey, Joseph F, 'Star baby' was a Guess Who hit, not a solo by Burton. Peaked at #39 in Billboard in '74. It's on TH-cam, check it out!
I saw it on HBO back in the 80"s
me too saw it on hbo back then
GARYMAX1313 me three 😁. There were quite a few similiar movies. "If you could see what I hear" was another.
@SD2TX Hi, which gitar did you play, as I so totally love this song and what it means. And if you played this, I am so impressed, and as one of about 480 who have done what I have done in my life, that is so much of a compliment.
Thank you for all the info.
I bought a copy of this movie, on disc, taken from the original reels from a company in England. Had the tape, but wore it out and it is almost impossible to find.
Was my wedding song in 1981.
That jacket? I'll take it.
Joseph F
I have an extra DVD that was printed in England from 2009. It was printed from the original film reel. See my other posts.
This came from the best movie!!!
Hello Teresa, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm David from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? You seems like a real Country girl😊🌹
@@davidpreston4019 LOL....yes...I'm a country girl I was born and raised in Franklin, Tennessee.
@@teresamatheson273 Nice to meet you, smile 😊 are you fully American? Well I'm a Polish American, Mum from Lublin Poland while my dad an American. I was born here in the States but was raised in Poland by my Aunt who is married to an East Indian and I do speak English Fluently though I have an accent not so sure if you really like it but most people do. So don't know if you mind accent??
Yes David, I am fully American. I have done some research on my family. My Dad's great grand parents came from Ireland and England. My Mom's ancestors on both were American Indians. Oh....and I do love hearing people with accents!💓
@@teresamatheson273 Smile 😊 well I would like to spend more time talking and getting to know each other more better, I hope you don’t mind?
@ShellTrek Send me a note and I can tell you where to get it. Something like "Rare DVD's and Movies" tge UK. I was like 15 including postage and took all of 4 days to get to me from the time I ordered it to the time I recieved it. It was copied from the original film reel.
His best
If you want a copy of the entire movie on DVD, give me a holler and I'll give you the info.
It is taken from the film, and I, critic that I am, rate it a 9.75.
JF
@ShellTrek Me, too! Cannot find it anywhere!! If you ever find it, let me know where, please.
I guess you never heard of "The Guess Who"?
Only one of the very best of the great country of Canada.
Joseph F
there was a movie that Burton cameo'd in where he played the piano naked, does anyone rem the movie?
Check out ebay - you'll find it! It's on there once in a while. Good luck!
'Saved' Burton from bein' a 1-hit wonder. His other 1 was 'Stand tall' from Jan. '77.
I wish I could get this Movie Burt!
Do you have secret stash?
If anyone wants a copy of this movie, taken from the original film, give me a note. I'll respond with the info where I bought it, from Britian.
Took all of 4 days and cost about 16.00US.
JF
trudy young yum June 25th calgary awesome
Haha! Don Johnson! LOL! I liked the song though.
Trudy Young !!
Where can I get this movie? I also have tried for years and can't find it. It was my favorite when I was younger.
Hello Kathy, how're you doing, I hope you are doing fine. I'm David from Houston, Texas. Where are you from? You seems like a real Country girl😊🌹
Where the hell is the volume? It's not MY Pc.
Garyv the movie was called Melanie and Burton Cummings had a starring role not a cameo.
I bought this from England about 4 months ago. I can send you the address if you want. See my above note.
JF
Guess you never heard "Star Baby", either.
Joseph F
truthfully,for Burton Cummings,this is B Side material...at best...imo
Sure, d2pwow. Burton WAS the voice of the Guess Who. Peace.
NDP crack... but good for it's time. Makes me regret I wasn't a Waffler.
@tjerwin1 Shoot me an email, and I'll send the info. It is available in Great Britain.
Joseph F
Thanks! I love this movie. Found it on eBay,probably bootleg, but I was still glad to get it. I've watched it 50 times and I still love it.