This was my grandmothers favorite song. It’s taken a long time for me to be able to listen to it without just breaking down into tears, as the memories of sitting on her couch listening to her stories of growing up in Memphis while this song and others played in the background came flooding back. She will have been gone for a little over 10 years this coming October, and I still miss her and those stories as dearly as the day she left. But now, every time I listen to this song, I can’t help but smile and feel like she’s right there next to me listening too. I miss you Grandma and I’ll see you again someday :)
I'm a native of Memphis - born and raised. Left when I went in the Army and was gone for many years at the time this song came out. Naturally for that time, I'd been playing and singing on the side since 1962. I heard this song the first time when I was living in Europe.... it made me so homesick I moved back home within a month!
I just saw him in concert last night. Smaller venue, 7th row. It filled my soul. Couldn’t stop swaying and had a stupid smile on my face ear to ear from beginning to end. I found myself crying through 3 songs out of nowhere. Just so soulful and beautiful. No one had phones out, just enjoying the beautiful experience. He’s amazing!
Describes the whole South. Nicest people. When I was growing up I would listen to my grandpa tell me about how different people are in the North and South and it couldn’t be more true. They would give anything they had if they even thought you needed it. I lived up North for 3 years and they are they are the rudest people. Maybe it was just the cold weather, IDK. Not overly smart either, common sense. They would make fun of my funny Arkansas accent. You talk funny! Well y’all’s a bunch of drunk Yankees that don’t know how to screw a light bulb in!
I went to Memphis for the first time a few weeks ago and I was walking to Beale Street and this song popped in my head lol. I vaguely remember the lyrics, but when I listen to the song after years of not hearing it I understood the lyrics more. I didn’t know anything about Beale Street until we were there or Union Avenue. Our hotel was actually on Union Avenue. So now when I listen to the song it makes me feel like I’m there. I really like Memphis. The people were nice, lots of history, love BEALE ST . I wish I had time to check out more. Maybe one day I will return.
In the middle of the pandemic, we had to make a quick trip from Texas to Kentucky to clear out my son's dorm room. Kentucky had finally opened up to out of state travel. We made the trip in three days. But at one point, we were driving back through Memphis and this song came on the radio. Honestly one of the most surreal moments I have ever had and one I promise you I will never forget. I was driving and crying, it was just such a beautiful song. Has always been one of my favorite songs.
I truly believe this is one of the most amazing, haunting and beautiful lyrical verses ever written.... "Saw the ghost of Elvis On Union Avenue Followed him up to the gates of Graceland Then I watched him walk right through Now security they did not see him They just hovered 'round his tomb There's a pretty little thing Waiting for the King Down in the Jungle Room"... God Bless Marc Cohn...
@@daisy-ellis-14 Me tooo Daisy. Im Sergey from Russia. Love this song forever. It's like i was in Memphis hahaha,but i don't. Thanks again. Trully yours Sergey Keller
This is the one and only song that brings this old man to tears, every time I hear it. I don't know the reason why, but I'm not ashamed to show it. There's a force behind it, and I go with it.
I fell in the tub a few months ago and in the emergency room as they stitched my scalp I sang this son at the top of my lungs as they stitched my head. It got me through.
I'll tell you why... actually... you should learn to recognize a masterpiece when you see/hear one. That's a good hint. Look for more, and make a list.
Something buried deep in your soul must have found a way to get around the tired old cliche that men don't cry. I'd say that makes you blessed -- a lot of men go to their graves without ever finding the one true thing that lets them cry without feeling ashamed.
30 years since this was released (1992-2021) and it still sounds great. I've never been to Memphis, but this songs kinda makes you feel that you are right there with Marc.
I was born and raised in Memphis. Come see us! It’s a perfect pick for trip, especially for anyone that hasn’t been down south before. It’s very southern
@@skurinski true, just stay away from north Memphis (Frayser, orange mound, etc.) and be careful not to stay out too long past midnight . Most of the tourist areas are safe.
I know the feeling, I was there last fall, same thing. ENJOY! I found a really good BBQ restaurant on Beale Street, it was late at night. It was an awesome experience!!!
Did you go to Graceland???? If not man you missed out it’s so cool. I went as kid and thought it was awesome 23 now and want to go again and eat some good bbq on Beale street!!!
there was a time when music composing was a craft. People wrote form the depths of their souls; unapologetic. There are few songs that when they end I want to hear again immediately to engulf me; inspire the world; drenched in sunlight for all humanity. This is the way I compose. Always have always will. Uncompromising, unrelenting. Marc Cohn Memphis is one of these. G-d Bless.
@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 You're thinking about adding it? You're THINKING about it? What in the fuck are you waiting for? Songs don't GET any better than this.
It's sad that anyone would worry about this being political. But I understand why you do. If anything would create unity in this country it would be songs like this 💓🇺🇸
Elvis was a very talented singer /stage performer and contributed a great deal to the music industry but that king myth is over (sorry for your lost),When people who love music soooo much refuse to accept truths it is truly your lost.people who really appreciate their place in life usually began with the truth and go from there.l'm going to help you out and give you a hint ,"Berry".Now sleep on that
This song mentions my paternal grandmother Mrs. Muriel Davis Wilkins who helped him through a rough time. I am so happy that he dedicated this song to her.
Thank's for sharing and somehow . . . I believe with all my heart that Mrs. Muriel has the voice of an angel and would make us all Christians even if only for one night!
Goong through a hell of a time with myself at 27. I live in a piece of my own heaven with my step daughter, son and now fiance. Im convinced now, depression is just a state of mind we allow ourselves to stay stuck in. Mindset is the medication to depression and anxiety. God, do i wish i wouldve figured this out sooner!!! This song has given me a perspective since i was a kid. Not like now as an adult though, "tell me are you a Christian child and i said maam i am tonight" HIT ME HARD IN HEART. God first y'all.... Then everyone else, especially yourself triangles up to him. Faith, hope and love are the good things he gave us! God bless.
I'd be honored if some WALKING IN MEMPHIS fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performance of the song in tribute to one of the great American standards of the late 20th century. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Peace and stay safe.
@@TheAMMOBEAR615 Me too! I was just thinking about that today. "Reverend Green be glad to see you when you haven't got a prayer But, boy, you've got a prayer in Memphis" Love it!
They seem to play this in every pub I walk into now, which just goes to show how much this song has stood the test of time so well. It's become one of those songs that everybody adores and speaks highly of now, but back when it was released was largely ignored for not being 'poppy', 'dancey', 'mainstream' or 'commercial' enough for the masses to appreciate
This song is one of my dad’s favorites of all time. We used to listen to it as we drove down to Arkansas as a family in the summers when I was young… he’d put it on when we drove across the border to Tennessee through Memphis and his 3 girls, me and my two sisters, would sing this at the top of our lungs!!! And Daddy used to just laugh and laughed and loved it all! With my mommy sitting in the seat next to him up front singing along as well. My daddy passed away three weeks ago to the day today after battling cancer. This song gives me chills and brings a few tears to my eyes, as it makes me feel like my dad is sitting right beside as I listen to this and sing along. Love you, Daddy, always. 💙💙💙💙💙✝️
Walking In Memphis Lyrics [Verse 1] Put on my blue suede shoes And I boarded the plane Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring rain W.C. Handy Won't you look down over me? Yeah I've got a first class ticket But I'm as blue as a boy can be [Chorus] Then I'm walking in Memphis I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel? [Verse 2] Saw the ghost of Elvis On Union Avenue Followed him up to the gates of Graceland Then I watched him walk right through Now security they did not see him They just hovered around his tomb But there's a pretty little thing Waiting for The King Down in the Jungle Room [Chorus] When I was walking in Memphis I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel? [Bridge] They've got catfish on the table They've got gospel in the air And Reverend Green be glad to see you When you haven't got a prayer But boy you've got a prayer in Memphis [Verse 3] Now Muriel plays piano Every Friday at the Hollywood And they brought me down to see her And they asked me if I would Do a little number And I sang with all my might She said "Tell me are you a Christian child?" And I said "Ma'am I am tonight" [Chorus] Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) But do I really feel the way I feel? Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) But do I really feel the way I feel? [Verse 1] Put on my blue suede shoes And I boarded the plane Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring rain [Outro] Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring Rain
I love reading comments on here that other people have written. It makes me feel like I'm sat talking to friends from all over the world that I've never met. people from all over the world sharing one common love for music
This song is one of the most beautiful songs of the 90's! Marc has impacted my songwriting and my piano playing! What an awesome artist and song! Blessings to all who hear this song!❤️🎹🎤✝️
This is one of the most perfect songs ever recorded. The piano, the voice, the timing, the lyrics all come together to create this few minutes of heaven. Thank you for writing and recording this. It moves me every time I hear it.
I have to listen to this song at least every other week. I love everything about this song and I love how handsome Mark is.! This might come up as my husband's message but it's not it's his wife!:-)
One of the greatest story teller songs of all time. The raspiness of his voice adds to the overall feel of this brilliant song. Makes you feel the musical history of Memphis
I've always loved this song since childhood, but as an adult I somehow adore it even more! "Tell me are you a Christian child? I said ma'am I am tonight"!
Donald Trump will announce a "Don't wear masks if you don't want to" Christmas time period for ALL 50 U.S.A. states. Don't like it, feel scared of the plandemic.... Simples.... STAY HOME!!!! Then the governors will have to BOW DOWN BEFORE HIM.... because, hey, he's a DICTATOR, and all that, right?
@@Atheist7 I believe God will protect way more than any mask OR advice from an (atheist?) Nah, I'll keep my own beliefs, thanks. Redpilled and loving it, with God as my guide.
This one never ever gets old ....every single line in this song has a great meaning to anyone whom listens to it. The words, a spiritual thought, a person in your life...it catches you. One of the best songs ever written Musically & lyrical. Thank you Marc!
Timeless & beautiful. I found this song when I was going thru a difficult time. It helped me pull thru, so now I have strong memories of getting to the other side of darkness. I usually still cry a few tears when I hear this song.
Some do. If you don't mind a more electro-industrial type sound, check out VNV Nation. Ronan Harris writes contemplative lyrics like the Dublin expat that he is. Some of my favorites: "Beloved," "Endless Skies," "Homeward," "The Farthest Star," " Carry You," "Where There Is Light," "Resolution," "Nova (Shine a Light On Me)," "Everything," "Armour," and "Only Satellites." Yes, that's a lot, and I'm deliberately avoiding some of the sadder and angrier songs. But that should be enough to get you started.
"Muriel plays piano, every Friday at the Hollywood And they brought me down to see her And they asked me if I would Do a little number, so I sang with all my might She said - Tell me are you a Christian child? And I said - Ma'am I am tonight!" That gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it! I know exactly what he's saying, and I've been there many times myself.
On my second visit to Memphis I had this on tape in the hired gas guzzler as we cruised down Union Avenue heading for the Peabody Hotel in the pouring rain. Great memories.
I grew up listening to 80's metal. I'm not sure how I came about listening to this song, but man this song is perfect from start to finish. I can listen to it over and over again.
I was stationed in Memphis in 1981 as a young Sailor going through Air Traffic Control School I made it through school and earned my winged microphone and went on to be an NCO Tower sup and Radar sup at NAS Willow Grove, PA...Memphis is by far one of the coolest towns in the world...can't tell you how many times I was walking in Memphis with my feet ten feet off of Beale...Great Memories...Anchors Aweigh to all my Sailors that experienced the same thing and all the civilians we partied with and soon came to protect
Old Dog City Pound I was born at the Methodist hospital on Union Ave. After college moved to Atlanta and then Dallas. After working bought a condo on Main St. in Memphis. Live there full time now. Now matter where you live, if you reach deep down in your soul, you’ll find that you “live” in Memphis.
Is this you Elvis? Still TBC with the “MM” ? One grilled peanut butter n banana sandwich coming up. Still on Union ave ? Oops you know what I meant, sorry “E”. We miss ya King, it’ll be great seeing you again, man o man are we gonna surprise em ! Where ya wanna start? Red Dogs? naw, We’ll go show em wherever you want King wherever ya want !!! It’s your town “E”.
I always like people who listen to whatever TF they enjoy, regardless of how cool it is, or isn't. This song is a masterpiece. The fact is, some 'gospel' music is prettay, prettay good. Another masterpiece is 'Everything's Gonna Be Alright', by Al Green. This is a must watch video that you can find here on youtube. 10/10 masterpiece. 'Up Where We Belong' by BeBe and CeCe Winans (1984 version) is also pretty good. I'm sure other people can post their favorite gospel music below. Being religious has nothing to do with it -- you know good music when you hear it, and you're not afraid to listen to it because of what other people might think. Brains and balls is a very rare combination nowadays. You got to crank up your jam, sing along, and dance right past the zombie horde.
Already knew and enjoyed the original, but I thought the SNL parody was really excellent, and a very loving tribute. Cohn's voice has changed at all lol.
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I love this song it makes me feel so proud to be a Memphian. We have been struggling recently with crime. Please say a prayer for my hometown.
I'll always say prayer for you and your family. Lot of great people in the world. You one of them. 💓
LaurenSears, I loved the 3 years my Navy family lived in Millington, Tennessee in the early 70’s
So true. I'm a Memphian as well, and am sad as to what home is becoming.
The Lord loves you young lady!
Of course my babe, keep safe.its a weird world ,I know x
Absolutely singing from his soul... You can't fake this sound
This was my grandmothers favorite song. It’s taken a long time for me to be able to listen to it without just breaking down into tears, as the memories of sitting on her couch listening to her stories of growing up in Memphis while this song and others played in the background came flooding back. She will have been gone for a little over 10 years this coming October, and I still miss her and those stories as dearly as the day she left. But now, every time I listen to this song, I can’t help but smile and feel like she’s right there next to me listening too. I miss you Grandma and I’ll see you again someday :)
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Amen! Faith will get you thru.
You will see her again... All the best!
Whoever is watching this in 2024 you have a great taste in music. This song really lifts me up.
One of my fav songs, as soon as them first few beats play in off 😅
Always when it open up in FB or youtube, love it and of course Elvis P.😉💖
@@ingridjelinek7889Elvis just touches something inside of us that nobody else does. Long Live the king
I listen to this song at least once a week
That "ma'am I am tonight" hits every time.
Not a religious man by any means but that gets my spirit jolted
That line is particularly great because Cohn is Jewish
Great line, waters my eyes every time.
I agree and what a great line. Very happy, personally that you “ get it..”. Blessings to you.
I feel the same..what a perfectly created line..Phrase! It hits me in my soul…☮️☮️☮️😂😘
I'm a native of Memphis - born and raised. Left when I went in the Army and was gone for many years at the time this song came out. Naturally for that time, I'd been playing and singing on the side since 1962. I heard this song the first time when I was living in Europe.... it made me so homesick I moved back home within a month!
Not from your great nation, but have tremendous respect for those who serve.
Thank you for serving
Thank you, Sir, for your service 🇺🇸
Where in Europe there's many countries come under Europe, or are you talking bollocks
@@dannybroughton908 Probably Germany
I just saw him in concert last night. Smaller venue, 7th row. It filled my soul. Couldn’t stop swaying and had a stupid smile on my face ear to ear from beginning to end. I found myself crying through 3 songs out of nowhere. Just so soulful and beautiful. No one had phones out, just enjoying the beautiful experience. He’s amazing!
Wow! Lucky you!!!! 😀👍🙏😘
Where did you see him dear friend
AARP holding concerts?
He wobble or roll up ?
Soon to be Old folks need to know.....
You are blessed by his music and your souls reaction to that also 🙏
So jealous
Well , I am from Memphis. What a place for a vacation. So many cool historic places. Try it some time !!!
If a giant hand reached down and wrung Memphis dry, this song would fill the glass.
Never been to Memphis, but this song makes me feel like I'm there
Describes the whole South. Nicest people. When I was growing up I would listen to my grandpa tell me about how different people are in the North and South and it couldn’t be more true. They would give anything they had if they even thought you needed it. I lived up North for 3 years and they are they are the rudest people. Maybe it was just the cold weather, IDK. Not overly smart either, common sense. They would make fun of my funny Arkansas accent. You talk funny! Well y’all’s a bunch of drunk Yankees that don’t know how to screw a light bulb in!
@@jeremystewert4303 Was pretty unnecessary tbh
I went to Memphis for the first time a few weeks ago and I was walking to Beale Street and this song popped in my head lol. I vaguely remember the lyrics, but when I listen to the song after years of not hearing it I understood the lyrics more.
I didn’t know anything about Beale Street until we were there or Union Avenue. Our hotel was actually on Union Avenue. So now when I listen to the song it makes me feel like I’m there.
I really like Memphis. The people were nice, lots of history, love BEALE ST . I wish I had time to check out more. Maybe one day I will return.
@@JT-lv2bb uh-oh, someone got triggered by the truth ❤️🤣
@@chrisnichols4478 Nah I‘m from Europe mate 🤣😘
In the middle of the pandemic, we had to make a quick trip from Texas to Kentucky to clear out my son's dorm room. Kentucky had finally opened up to out of state travel. We made the trip in three days. But at one point, we were driving back through Memphis and this song came on the radio. Honestly one of the most surreal moments I have ever had and one I promise you I will never forget. I was driving and crying, it was just such a beautiful song. Has always been one of my favorite songs.
who is still listening in 2024????
why do losers like you write this? Who cares what year and there's 10 comments below yours asking the same thing. LOSER.
Not me, I have the video on mute right now.
I don't know why this song hits me so hard to this day from like 1986 when I first heard it.
heck yea
My name is Dean Hobbs yes I'm listening
I truly believe this is one of the most amazing, haunting and beautiful lyrical verses ever written.... "Saw the ghost of Elvis
On Union Avenue
Followed him up to the gates of Graceland
Then I watched him walk right through
Now security they did not see him
They just hovered 'round his tomb
There's a pretty little thing
Waiting for the King
Down in the Jungle Room"... God Bless Marc Cohn...
I absolutely love those lyrics I was searching the comments looking for someone who appreciates them as much as me. Glad I found someone.
Beautiful lyrics. Soul touching
My favorite part of the song as well. Mega ELVIS FAN SINCE THE AGE OF 12! AWESOME SONG!
Thanks
@@daisy-ellis-14 Me tooo Daisy. Im Sergey from Russia. Love this song forever. It's like i was in Memphis hahaha,but i don't. Thanks again. Trully yours Sergey Keller
Holy gem of a song. It's hard to describe the emotions one feels when listening to this tune.
Hey there you random person scrolling through the comments section. Have a great day 👍
Have a great day to you good sir 👍
You to Dan from Carlisle England stay safe pal
Stuart Whelan stay safe brother 👊🏻 Bristol, England
HEH2005 and you bud ! Stay safe
You too, from Chattanooga
he was and will be always a genius! thank you for such beautiful music Marc. They don't make music like this anymore.
He has such power and great voice. So invigorating.
"Tell me are you a christian, child?, and i said mam I am tonight." I am in no way a religious person, but that line always gets me
You don't have to follow a religion to be a religious person....
If you know what I mean......
bro we dont care 💀🙏
Remember, no atheists in foxholes.
I'm here after Fury singing it at the end of the third fight ahhahahaha he's crazy
My future hubby showed me this song but this is the original I love it
This song is timeless, unreal to write a song like this.
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Hello how are you doing
@@scottflanagan2376 Hello how are you doing this morning
This is the one and only song that brings this old man to tears, every time I hear it. I don't know the reason why, but I'm not ashamed to show it. There's a force behind it, and I go with it.
The force was/is strong with Marc Cohn. :)
I fell in the tub a few months ago and in the emergency room as they stitched my scalp I sang this son at the top of my lungs as they stitched my head. It got me through.
This song has always grabbed my soul since I was little.
I'll tell you why... actually... you should learn to recognize a masterpiece when you see/hear one. That's a good hint. Look for more, and make a list.
Something buried deep in your soul must have found a way to get around the tired old cliche that men don't cry. I'd say that makes you blessed -- a lot of men go to their graves without ever finding the one true thing that lets them cry without feeling ashamed.
30 years since this was released (1992-2021) and it still sounds great. I've never been to Memphis, but this songs kinda makes you feel that you are right there with Marc.
I was born and raised in Memphis. Come see us! It’s a perfect pick for trip, especially for anyone that hasn’t been down south before. It’s very southern
@@nerdacademy3231 Memphis is crime ridden
@@skurinski true, just stay away from north Memphis (Frayser, orange mound, etc.) and be careful not to stay out too long past midnight . Most of the tourist areas are safe.
What a classic! Love the dynamics of this song - so soulful and beautiful! Well done Marc Cohn!!
Literally walking around in Memphis, Tennessee right now listening to this lol
I know the feeling, I was there last fall, same thing. ENJOY! I found a really good BBQ restaurant on Beale Street, it was late at night. It was an awesome experience!!!
Are/were you near Beale Street?
Damnnnn.!! Lucky 🍀 you.!!! 💯. Wish I were there. Enjoy it
Nice
Did you go to Graceland???? If not man you missed out it’s so cool. I went as kid and thought it was awesome 23 now and want to go again and eat some good bbq on Beale street!!!
there was a time when music composing was a craft. People wrote form the depths of their souls; unapologetic. There are few songs that when they end I want to hear again immediately to engulf me; inspire the world; drenched in sunlight for all humanity. This is the way I compose. Always have always will. Uncompromising, unrelenting. Marc Cohn Memphis is one of these. G-d Bless.
Can't get enough of this song in July 2020 🇺🇸❤🙂
Angelface :) masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!
Lol nothing to with America
Me either 🇨🇦❤😊
@@henkthestonelol4940 You're right, but nothing to do with ignorance either!
Right.... Great song...
July 2024 anyone ?
No
@@rocconido2192 Tell me a joke rocco fella
yep
Here
I am tonight!
This song is nothing short of miraculous.
I can listen to this song over and over again.
I'm seriously considering adding this to my Masterpieces list.
@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 You're thinking about adding it? You're THINKING about it? What in the fuck are you waiting for? Songs don't GET any better than this.
Tyson fury just remembered me of this great masterpiece. Nostalgia.
First I've heard of this guy. What a great voice !
Born and raised in Cleveland Ohio.
Check out his version of Leonard Cohen 's "Hallelujah"
@@DADavin-iu4uk Overrated stupid song.
@@patricksullivan8760 I grew up in Cleveland.
Same here first I've heard of him too.
Wasn't an Elvis fan but this tune has soul.
What’s Elvis have to do with anything
@@steveprefontaine5977Way to tell us you didn't even listen to the song! 🤦♂️🤣
It's literally an entire verse spoken about Elvis.
NOT TO GET POLITICAL BUT THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST SONGS EVER CREATED
how is your comment political bruv?...its a true one...religion aint politics
Politically correct
You had to get political 😒
Truth.
It's sad that anyone would worry about this being political. But I understand why you do. If anything would create unity in this country it would be songs like this 💓🇺🇸
Timeless song that resonates even today, I never get tired of hearing this song!
“tell me are you a Christian child and I said….maam I am tonight” !
I never tire of that line
...and traveling in the cattle car... this is the answer. "Do I really feel the way I feel?"
Amazing line.👍
It's a great line, because he's Jewish.
Only for one night 😂
@@mammybelle7302 He doesn’t say “only” 💕
One of the best songs ever made! Love it♥️
This song rips my soul out. But in a wonderful way.
2024 anyone?
re-watching Mind of the Married Man (HBO) - Marc did music for that show so here I am
this song, always
of course there is people still listening its a great song
Always.
Here from Chile
A Commanding Awesome Classic. So Much Passion. From An Unbelievably Great Artist. Thank You Mr Cohn For This. It Means So Much.
Love to see Elvis' legacy being carried through other amazing artists that use him as inspiration...long live the King & this song, a jem!
Elvis was a very talented singer /stage performer and contributed a great deal to the music industry but that king myth is over (sorry for your lost),When people who love music soooo much refuse to accept truths it is truly your lost.people who really appreciate their place in life usually began with the truth and go from there.l'm going to help you out and give you a hint ,"Berry".Now sleep on that
Anyone else here in October 2024❤?
Yup lol from New Jersey
Stop asking such stupid questions.
LOSER
Yes I am 😊
Just got back ✌️
This song mentions my paternal grandmother Mrs. Muriel Davis Wilkins who helped him through a rough time. I am so happy that he dedicated this song to her.
Thank's for sharing and somehow . . . I believe with all my heart that Mrs. Muriel has the voice of an angel and would make us all Christians even if only for one night!
@Vanilla Nice "MA'AM I AM TONIGHT" IS THE LYRIC LINE - IT'S YOUR MIND THAT IS MAKING IT SUGGESTIVE...EEJIT GOBSHITE
Really where? That is awesome this is one of my favorite songs ever
Incredible. Bless you and her.
Wow! Your grandmother Muriel sounds like an amazing lady. “Muriel plays piano every Friday at the Hollywood.”
February 2024 listening to one of the greatest hits of all time.
March 2024.
Friends in the day. Thought of converting. He did, too.❤. Thanks!
Interesting.
Amen 🙏 ❤️
March 2024
Goong through a hell of a time with myself at 27. I live in a piece of my own heaven with my step daughter, son and now fiance. Im convinced now, depression is just a state of mind we allow ourselves to stay stuck in. Mindset is the medication to depression and anxiety. God, do i wish i wouldve figured this out sooner!!! This song has given me a perspective since i was a kid. Not like now as an adult though, "tell me are you a Christian child and i said maam i am tonight" HIT ME HARD IN HEART. God first y'all.... Then everyone else, especially yourself triangles up to him. Faith, hope and love are the good things he gave us! God bless.
Kick out the freeloaders. Be strong and you can live life again😊 John, Scotland
Been to Memphis a number of times. Amazing musicians on Beale. Every band plays this song. That’s where I first heard this song. Great song.
Beale street is a spot everyone should experience
Spiritual kind of place
Been there,done that & bought the t-shirt
Even if Marc Cohn never writes another great song it’s ok. He did his part and this song does it all.
I'd be honored if some WALKING IN MEMPHIS fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performance of the song in tribute to one of the great American standards of the late 20th century. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Peace and stay safe.
Yes sir, I believe you're right.
Couldn't agree more 💯%
💯 percent agree with you 👏!!!
Listening to Levon is pretty good! (And my name is Mary and *I* was listening to Levon too!)
❤ this tune
Elvis would be proud
Favorite line..."Tell me are you a Christian child?"
And I said "Ma'am, I am tonight"
On my bucket list is to sing this at Karaoke in Memphis....
I agree I also love the line. Boy you gotta prayer in Memphis...
@@TheAMMOBEAR615 Me too! I was just thinking about that today. "Reverend Green be glad to see you when you haven't got a prayer
But, boy, you've got a prayer in Memphis" Love it!
One of the best days of my life- when my eyes finally opened and i saw the Truth and the meaning of life, life in Lord that is
Not gonna lie brother, what does that line mean?
One of the greatest songs ever written and performed. What a story he tells. Muriel rest in peace and smile down upon us all once in a while.
The choir backing him up is beautiful .
What can you say? Just a beautiful song.
When he sings, “Ma’am I am tonight!” Oh my heart! Chills!
I'm a damn atheist and that lyric shakes me. But 1000 people died this week in the heat worshiping God.
@allenjones7722 that's not his fault. Lol he doesn't control us in our choices. He was probably giving them signs lol
А что имеется ввиду? 🤔
Same here, this manifesto is purely electrifying.
Luke and Tracy Chapman
The ghost of Elvis still walks amongst us 🇺🇸🎸🇺🇸
They seem to play this in every pub I walk into now, which just goes to show how much this song has stood the test of time so well. It's become one of those songs that everybody adores and speaks highly of now, but back when it was released was largely ignored for not being 'poppy', 'dancey', 'mainstream' or 'commercial' enough for the masses to appreciate
Love this, was lucky enough to visit Memphis, great tribute to a beautiful city.
Absolute Masterpiece🥰✌💞
Yep!
If you are listening to this in 2021, you are a living legend.
Donny Bun I'm listening to it in 2020
Sweet, thanks!
😘😘😘
Yes!
Listen all the time
This song come out when America was a great place
Did it stop being a great place 😂?
@@davidochieng3197 It did last month 😢
Stop begging for a response for commenting something stupid. Go live in another country if this ones so bad
Original. STill have this Boy on Tape mixed!! Love his voice forever 🤗❤️☺️❤️ mi
This song is one of my dad’s favorites of all time. We used to listen to it as we drove down to Arkansas as a family in the summers when I was young… he’d put it on when we drove across the border to Tennessee through Memphis and his 3 girls, me and my two sisters, would sing this at the top of our lungs!!! And Daddy used to just laugh and laughed and loved it all! With my mommy sitting in the seat next to him up front singing along as well. My daddy passed away three weeks ago to the day today after battling cancer. This song gives me chills and brings a few tears to my eyes, as it makes me feel like my dad is sitting right beside as I listen to this and sing along. Love you, Daddy, always. 💙💙💙💙💙✝️
He loves you, too!
Sorry for your loss you can bet he is singing too
Q
I'm not religious at all, but bless you he is right there remembering you too
Most excellent! Treasure that memory of your family and keep it with you forever.
Walking In Memphis Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Put on my blue suede shoes
And I boarded the plane
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
W.C. Handy
Won't you look down over me?
Yeah I've got a first class ticket
But I'm as blue as a boy can be
[Chorus]
Then I'm walking in Memphis
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
But do I really feel the way I feel?
[Verse 2]
Saw the ghost of Elvis
On Union Avenue
Followed him up to the gates of Graceland
Then I watched him walk right through
Now security they did not see him
They just hovered around his tomb
But there's a pretty little thing
Waiting for The King
Down in the Jungle Room
[Chorus]
When I was walking in Memphis
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
But do I really feel the way I feel?
[Bridge]
They've got catfish on the table
They've got gospel in the air
And Reverend Green be glad to see you
When you haven't got a prayer
But boy you've got a prayer in Memphis
[Verse 3]
Now Muriel plays piano
Every Friday at the Hollywood
And they brought me down to see her
And they asked me if I would
Do a little number
And I sang with all my might
She said
"Tell me are you a Christian child?"
And I said
"Ma'am I am tonight"
[Chorus]
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
But do I really feel the way I feel?
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
But do I really feel the way I feel?
[Verse 1]
Put on my blue suede shoes
And I boarded the plane
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
[Outro]
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring
Rain
This is one of those tunes that makes you feel some kind of way. You can't be unhappy listening to this song.
It's kind of like down in Watertown that song
So true it touches something inside of you , just thinking about elvis
The boxcar at the end…… Illinois Central….. now part of CN. Canadian National Railway.
Also, BIG THUMBS UP TO W.C. Handy. 👍
I love reading comments on here that other people have written. It makes me feel like I'm sat talking to friends from all over the world that I've never met. people from all over the world sharing one common love for music
I’m with you
love your comments it feels like that agree
Great sentiment. Best wishes from South Africa 👍😬
Do they not annoy you? They are always shitty copy pastas, music comment sections suck
A love for great music is what we need. .Please heal us..Only.our God can save us.
Are you a Christian child? Ma'am I am tonight..
That line is so beautiful and deep.
I love that line too
@@ellenmillman9790 do you sing those lines louder
Nah, ghost of Elvis is the best
'You got a prayer in Memphis' is the best part👼
He's actually Jewish lol!
This song is one of the most beautiful songs of the 90's! Marc has impacted my songwriting and my piano playing! What an awesome artist and song! Blessings to all who hear this song!❤️🎹🎤✝️
One of the best 90s songs ever ❤❤❤
2022 and this jam still hits differently when one listens to it🔥🔥
Stop using stupid modern slang. Next you're gonna say he has "Big D*** Energy".
This is one of the most perfect songs ever recorded. The piano, the voice, the timing, the lyrics all come together to create this few minutes of heaven. Thank you for writing and recording this. It moves me every time I hear it.
Well said. Perfection. :)
Couldn't agree with you more... one of my all time favorites... really moves me.
I can´t sing but when playing singstar I nail this one, amazing song!
I play this everytime I visit Memphis or got Memphis on my mind
I have to listen to this song at least every other week. I love everything about this song and I love how handsome Mark is.! This might come up as my husband's message but it's not it's his wife!:-)
What a voice!
Best version I've ever heard.
❤
Honestly one of the greatest songs that have been written.
One of the greatest story teller songs of all time. The raspiness of his voice adds to the overall feel of this brilliant song. Makes you feel the musical history of Memphis
This is honestly one of the greatest songs ever written.
Agree with you wholeheartedly 💯
2022.
@@DebraSuttondls sing it !!!
Elvis Lives
DITTO SHARE ALL THE TIME!!
Ok the snl spoof was great
It actually was.
For sure!!
I concur.
🎶Put on my boot leg Jordan's and I …boarded the 🚂, TOUCHDOWN in the land of Colin Jost, and the legendary Wu-Tang.... 🎶
Are you Italian?
Maaaan, I am tonight….. 🤘🏼
I absolutely love this song ❤️🙂
I've always loved this song since childhood, but as an adult I somehow adore it even more! "Tell me are you a Christian child? I said ma'am I am tonight"!
Who's watching/listening in 2020? And who's gonna in watching/listening in 2021?
3020 it's that good.
@@andyd9900 Amen my friend.
Watching in 2021.
What's Wilder's excuse going to be this TIME?? THE GYPSY KING BABY!!!
What a good fight. Almost cleaned up 2500 if fury stayed down for the count
LETS GOOO
Walkin in Vegas!!! Hahaha
Yeah it’s great to see our only American champ in the last 20 years get destroyed. Let’s celebrate it. And you wonder why our country is going to shit
@@brandonturner8117 go to work or something
Let us enter this festive season with with joy and happiness. 2020 December listeners, where are you?
Donald Trump will announce a "Don't wear masks if you don't want to" Christmas time period for ALL 50 U.S.A. states. Don't like it, feel scared of the plandemic.... Simples.... STAY HOME!!!!
Then the governors will have to BOW DOWN BEFORE HIM.... because, hey, he's a DICTATOR, and all that, right?
Right here..........I'm just walking in my living room though lol
Just keeping on - relying on my music and my faith to get me through the chaos
@@Atheist7 I believe God will protect way more than any mask OR advice from an (atheist?) Nah, I'll keep my own beliefs, thanks. Redpilled and loving it, with God as my guide.
Every time I hear this song I sing with all my Might!!!!😊
Tell me are you a Christian child?
This one never ever gets old ....every single line in this song has a great meaning to anyone whom listens to it. The words, a spiritual thought, a person in your life...it catches you. One of the best songs ever written
Musically & lyrical.
Thank you Marc!
True words!
To God be all the Glory ♥️
We all need a prayer every day and we are getting them from all throughout the world 🌎 God bless you all
Walking in Tanzania. Serengeti
Yes! It's beautiful! ❤
Timeless & beautiful. I found this song when I was going thru a difficult time. It helped me pull thru, so now I have strong memories of getting to the other side of darkness. I usually still cry a few tears when I hear this song.
They don't make them like this anymore 😔
Our loss...
Right!
Some do. If you don't mind a more electro-industrial type sound, check out VNV Nation. Ronan Harris writes contemplative lyrics like the Dublin expat that he is.
Some of my favorites: "Beloved," "Endless Skies," "Homeward," "The Farthest Star," " Carry You," "Where There Is Light," "Resolution," "Nova (Shine a Light On Me)," "Everything," "Armour," and "Only Satellites."
Yes, that's a lot, and I'm deliberately avoiding some of the sadder and angrier songs. But that should be enough to get you started.
Damn sure don't, and its a shame I got to go back in time for my children to vibe like this.
Dawes is a good modern band
In Portuguese (Brazil): Esta música, Caminhando em Memphis é simplesmente espetacular; tanto melodia quanto letra. Muito bom!
I love song❤❤❤
💯
"Muriel plays piano, every Friday at the Hollywood
And they brought me down to see her
And they asked me if I would
Do a little number, so I sang with all my might
She said - Tell me are you a Christian child?
And I said - Ma'am I am tonight!"
That gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it! I know exactly what he's saying, and I've been there many times myself.
Me too. Always has.
Yes me too every time!
Indeed, every time!
One of the most beautiful songs
Music that speaks to the soul
Cheers
On my second visit to Memphis I had this on tape in the hired gas guzzler as we cruised down Union Avenue heading for the Peabody Hotel in the pouring rain. Great memories.
Nice
GREAT SONG LEGEND IN MY BOOK FOR THAT SONG 👍
I grew up listening to 80's metal. I'm not sure how I came about listening to this song, but man this song is perfect from start to finish. I can listen to it over and over again.
It’s got Heart and Soul ❤️. Can’t beat that ❤️❤️
I was 17 in 1991 and I immediately felt a deep connection to this song.I'm 47 now and the connection is still there.
Me too. Final year high school. First love..
30 yrs on.
Single...
Missing my daughters.
Missing someone who may be
Same here
He was good then........he is great now.
I was 17 also..love this song...such great memories 🙂🙂🙂
Played it for my kids and turned my grandsons onto it a few years ago it’s still one of my favorites
Me too
Only here because fury sang this after his win 😂
Same
Cnt lie me too
Hell yeah 😂
Yeeeee
Seeing all these Fury comments... Who? From some singing competition or something?
The next best thing to Elvis is Cohn singing about him. There can never be an equal....
I was stationed in Memphis in 1981 as a young Sailor going through Air Traffic Control School I made it through school and earned my winged microphone and went on to be an NCO Tower sup and Radar sup at NAS Willow Grove, PA...Memphis is by far one of the coolest towns in the world...can't tell you how many times I was walking in Memphis with my feet ten feet off of Beale...Great Memories...Anchors Aweigh to all my Sailors that experienced the same thing and all the civilians we partied with and soon came to protect
David Stewart I was at NATTC Memphis 80 to 83 as an Instructor AE “A” school.
I've walked in Memphis all my life,l was blessed to be born Southern and to be born 80 miles from Memphis. ✌
Old Dog City Pound I was born at the Methodist hospital on Union Ave. After college moved to Atlanta and then Dallas. After working bought a condo on Main St. in Memphis. Live there full time now. Now matter where you live, if you reach deep down in your soul, you’ll find that you “live” in Memphis.
Is this you Elvis? Still TBC with the “MM” ? One grilled peanut butter n banana sandwich coming up. Still on Union ave ? Oops you know what I meant, sorry “E”. We miss ya King, it’ll be great seeing you again, man o man are we gonna surprise em ! Where ya wanna start? Red Dogs? naw, We’ll go show em wherever you want King wherever ya want !!! It’s your town “E”.
I’m not religious and my musical tastes are usually 180 degrees from gospel, but damn this song gives me goosebumps. ❤️
I always like people who listen to whatever TF they enjoy, regardless of how cool it is, or isn't. This song is a masterpiece.
The fact is, some 'gospel' music is prettay, prettay good. Another masterpiece is 'Everything's Gonna Be Alright', by Al Green. This is a must watch video that you can find here on youtube. 10/10 masterpiece.
'Up Where We Belong' by BeBe and CeCe Winans (1984 version) is also pretty good. I'm sure other people can post their favorite gospel music below.
Being religious has nothing to do with it -- you know good music when you hear it, and you're not afraid to listen to it because of what other people might think. Brains and balls is a very rare combination nowadays. You got to crank up your jam, sing along, and dance right past the zombie horde.
🙏🏽🌝🙏🏽
Reminds me of my brother and my dad. And the king
Already knew and enjoyed the original, but I thought the SNL parody was really excellent, and a very loving tribute. Cohn's voice has changed at all lol.
I totally forgot how old this song actually already is...
His appearance has changed too. Lol.
He was shot in the head by a guy trying to car jack him a few years ago. He was out of the hospital within hours.
Total badass. Imo.
Marc Cohn thank you.