I attended a seminar in Chicago in 1974. Rod was performing at the restaurant where I had dinner. I sincerely wish the songs of this year (generation) were more like his, but as all things on this earth they are there only for a little while. At the age of 79, I would like to encourage everyone to listen to the music of yesterday. Much to be learned.
On the Tonight Show, Mr. McKuen once told Johnny Carson, "My voice makes people want to clear their throats." It DID, but then he'd sing or recite his poetry, and there wasn't a more beautiful voice on the entire continent. Damn, I do miss him.
Thanks to TH-cam for keeping alive the great singers of the past... and thanks to those who post clips. Rod is one of the better singers from years gone by.
My Mom went to school in Oakland, Ca. with Rod. Years ago he went to a high school reunion and took my my Mom home in his limo. He professed to having a crush on her. What a wonderful man!
Even though we only spent a few days and nights together you brought so much love and sorrow to me. I loved you so much but time got in the way. That first morning waking with you dropping red rose petals on me. The letters and phone calls that told me you cared then silence. I loved you then as I love you now with every fibre of my being. Rest in peace my darling man and know you still live deep in my heart.
So beautifully done. Yes, you are right, what a wonderful world it is. You will be missed by many. Music is so very powerful. I hear your songs and they transport me back in time to happy memories. Till we meet again, may you R.I.P.
Always loved his music and poetry, I saw him live I think in the early 80's when he toured my home country of New Zealand. Loved this song, his version is as good as Louis Armstrong.
A salute, and a huge Thank You sir, for making this World...just a little bit better. The seconds of our life fly so quickly. You will be missed. God Bless. See you soon.
Me too. I discovered Rod and "The Sea" about 1966.The greatest poet and songwriter to have ever lived in my opinion. I have many of his albums and books. Love him, RIP beautiful man.XXXX
I feel only love for you! You accompanied me for a long time in my life till you went to your final destination! RIP! You'll be always with us! Nothing and nobody gets ever lost!
I've listened and read Rod McKuen since 1966 or whenever it was that I discovered his insight .. I know he didn't write this song, but part of the magic is his interpretation .. it's been a long time since 1966, but its still magic.
Yes, in San Francisco. Always loved him. What a delight to look for Rod AND FIND HIM! Thanks for your beautiful poetry and music. I’ll still hear you as you Rest In Peace
Yes, Heaven IS here ["here" meaning within each of us]. Again,, you got it. If any individual does not create heaven from them, they WILL have to leave. The coming Age of Enlightenment will not support them.
I can't think of a better non Mckuen song that easily could have been something he would write. Rod may have thought, "I wish I'd have written that one".
thank you so much . Rod has always been my favorite as of a teenager when I was 16...Some songs one can never forget. Such a message to the actual state our world is such a mess today. I would more than recommend you the actual rendition from Jackie De Shannon.. What the world needs love is what sweet love..This will give shivers down your spine..If you have other songs you relate to so intense...Write to me! I do not usually give my Email address michelamgeloxoxo076@gmail.com Thank you Dennis.
I met him too - sort of. It was after seeing a performance with him. We happened to be shopping at the same Safeway. He was in the checkout line when I spotted him. I walked up and simply looked at him, not knowing what to say. I stood there for quite a few minutes. He avoided looking at me. I'm sure I made him uncomfortable, but I had no words. So I just stood there. I'll say it now - thank you, Rod, for all the beautiful songs and the way you touched all my passions of that age. You reached deep into my heart.
I wish the date of this wonderful performance was posted here, so we'd know when this was. Is it really that difficult to post it? Many videos on you tube don't post the dates of the performances and I just don't understand why they don't, it's annoying.
anyone else annoyed by how loud and bad the drummer was? what the hell was this beat on the 4? The og recording with Louis Armstrong is just a normal drum beat but this guy had to take it and turn into this nothing beat with a loud CLACK on 4 or whatever instead. Terrible. obviously it may have been written for him but dear lord it distracted me this should have been in a nice easy 4/4 like original. maybe it was recorded bad
I attended a seminar in Chicago in 1974. Rod was performing at the restaurant where I had dinner. I sincerely wish the songs of this year (generation) were more like his, but as all things on this earth they are there only for a little while. At the age of 79, I would like to encourage everyone to listen to the music of yesterday. Much to be learned.
On the Tonight Show, Mr. McKuen once told Johnny Carson, "My voice makes people want to clear their throats." It DID, but then he'd sing or recite his poetry, and there wasn't a more beautiful voice on the entire continent. Damn, I do miss him.
Me too. God bless him.
Rod's music and his poetry are timeless --I've been more than a fan of Rod McKuen , I've been a follower and a lover of his legendary songs
The passing of Rod McKuen left a void in the world of musical entertainment. He is not easily forgotten, and we are the less without him.
Life is not measured by the breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away.
I could not express myself better. Thank you michael
Amen to you!
Thanks to TH-cam for keeping alive the great singers of the past... and thanks to those who post clips. Rod is one of the better singers from years gone by.
Jerry Aschermann w
I loved his raspy voice. He shows so much feeling through his songs. Love you Rod
I always loved his voice and thoughts. More so now that I am old. His work ages well.
Lovely Song beautifully sung by a great man who brought us some great music over the years. My favourite Seasons in the Sun. Thanks for the music. RIP
My Mom went to school in Oakland, Ca. with Rod. Years ago he went to a high school reunion and took my my Mom home in his limo. He professed to having a crush on her. What a wonderful man!
What a wonderful artist you truly were, you made this World a better place with your poetry and music, RIP Rod you will be missed
This fall and winter, his beautiful songs are often visiting me. Wonderful soul...
A fabulous song anytime, all the time!
He looks so freaking good at is age and the voice is still the same...Love u Rod!!
"If you go away"..... And you left us with great poetry of music.... RIP....
Heaven is a better place, RIP Brother always loved your songs.
Love his voice but it makes me cry every time as my mum and me used to listen to him together now she's gone I find it hard to listen
You will always be missed, thank you for all the music you've composed and sang, we love you. You will not be forgoten.
Even though we only spent a few days and nights together you brought so much love and sorrow to me. I loved you so much but time got in the way. That first morning waking with you dropping red rose petals on me. The letters and phone calls that told me you cared then silence. I loved you then as I love you now with every fibre of my being. Rest in peace my darling man and know you still live deep in my heart.
Yes indeed... and what a wonderful world it was to have YOU in it. Rest well Mr. McKuen.
❤❤❤
So beautifully done. Yes, you are right, what a wonderful world it is. You will be missed by many. Music is so very powerful. I hear your songs and they transport me back in time to happy memories. Till we meet again, may you R.I.P.
Always loved his music and poetry, I saw him live I think in the early 80's when he toured my home country of New Zealand. Loved this song, his version is as good as Louis Armstrong.
A salute, and a huge Thank You sir, for making this World...just a little bit better. The seconds of our life fly so quickly. You will be missed. God Bless. See you soon.
you can say that again rip Rod
He makes me cry ... So long , ROD.
"The Sea" changed my life...in 1970...I was lost in that recording...
YES
Me too. I discovered Rod and "The Sea" about 1966.The greatest poet and songwriter to have ever lived in my opinion. I have many of his albums and books. Love him, RIP beautiful man.XXXX
I feel only love for you! You accompanied me for a long time in my life till you went to your final destination! RIP! You'll be always with us! Nothing and nobody gets ever lost!
The greatest ever. I will always love him.
One of the best renditions of wonderful world I've ever heard. lina
As beautiful as this song is. This man is even more beautiful. I still miss him.
So do I!
I've listened and read Rod McKuen since 1966 or whenever it was that I discovered his insight .. I know he didn't write this song, but part of the magic is his interpretation .. it's been a long time since 1966, but its still magic.
Very good mixed with Greatness!!! Love to Rod McKuen!!! See you when I get there!!! Thanks for playing down here with us for a spell!
ive always liked this geezer.....top bloke
I'm watching this through tears.😓
JUST WONDERFUL GOD BLESS XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
A Wonderful Man Thank you for leaving such lovely songs
Great singer I love this song since I was young
Loosing more and more of the greats of my generation. RIP Rod
Laced with care kindness, humanity, sincere blessings songs are for storms, every storm brings a gentle rainbow ❤
Lovely voice, lovely song. Yet i want to cry. Dont know why? ❤
Love his voice
Goodbye Mr. McKuen and thank you.
Great singer and songwriter. God bless him and may he R.I.P.
What an incredible human being this man was.
He has Crossed the FINISH LINE ... Be Happy... Cheer ... Whoop it Up... He's There !!!!! woo hoooo....
My favorite poet
Sent from my iPad
WOW!!!!!!!!!
Saw him in concert a long time ago. It was wonderful.
Yes, in San Francisco.
Always loved him. What a delight to look for Rod AND FIND HIM!
Thanks for your beautiful poetry and music.
I’ll still hear you as you
Rest In Peace
Genial Rod Mckuen,esta cancion la grabo tambien Louis Amstrong
Great music is poetry! Music is the Healer!
Yes, Heaven IS here ["here" meaning within each of us]. Again,, you got it. If any individual does not create heaven from them, they WILL have to leave. The coming Age of Enlightenment will not support them.
Yes, we need this NOW.
One of my mentors!
A wonderful man, gave us much
Thank you for everything. RIP.
I love this album. Home to the sea. The whole album is wonderful. I had the 8-track. Now the cd and playlist on my phone😍
너무 멋져요 !!!
R.I.P. Rod and Thanyou, thankyou, thankyou.
Génial , merci beaucoup
Very touching...Great man... Wish the SD listened to it more
I miss you Rod.
What a special life
RIP Rod :(
suprise.....a wonderfull singer enters....
One in a million! RIP ROD!!
Dittto! Thanks for sharing Linda. What a gem. :)
Brilliant
R.I.P.
fine song Rod Aloha Rudi Polt
Great song
I can't think of a better non Mckuen song that easily could have been something he would write. Rod may have thought, "I wish I'd have written that one".
So, nice to see this vid, from after he 'retired'.
thank you so much . Rod has always been my favorite as of a teenager when I was 16...Some songs one can never forget. Such a message to the actual state our world is such a mess today. I would more than recommend you the actual rendition from Jackie De Shannon.. What the world needs love is what sweet love..This will give shivers down your spine..If you have other songs you relate to so intense...Write to me! I do not usually give my Email address michelamgeloxoxo076@gmail.com Thank you Dennis.
just beautiful xxxxx
lovely song1
RIP!
Hey I'm still here loving him.
Pls say something.
❤️
Simply a TITAN
I met him he was a gentle man
I met him too - sort of. It was after seeing a performance with him. We happened to be shopping at the same Safeway. He was in the checkout line when I spotted him. I walked up and simply looked at him, not knowing what to say. I stood there for quite a few minutes. He avoided looking at me. I'm sure I made him uncomfortable, but I had no words. So I just stood there. I'll say it now - thank you, Rod, for all the beautiful songs and the way you touched all my passions of that age. You reached deep into my heart.
I love Rod x
tears streaming...who saw him in Johannesburg?
RIP
My favourite since cllege
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ok i will go from here
LISTEN TO ALL HIS WORDS AND BECOME FREE
RIP UNCLE BUCK(Mike)
24KARAATS GOUD MERCI GRAZIE THANKS DANKE
I wish the date of this wonderful performance was posted here, so we'd know when this was. Is it really that difficult to post it? Many videos on you tube don't post the dates of the performances and I just don't understand why they don't, it's annoying.
우리나라에선 어느 가수가 이런 역할을 해주나요? 이동원? 김도향? 송창식?
Do you know when this was, and for what event?
wish I could have met him.
Superqueer Warrior
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anyone else annoyed by how loud and bad the drummer was? what the hell was this beat on the 4? The og recording with Louis Armstrong is just a normal drum beat but this guy had to take it and turn into this nothing beat with a loud CLACK on 4 or whatever instead. Terrible. obviously it may have been written for him but dear lord it distracted me this should have been in a nice easy 4/4 like original. maybe it was recorded bad