My mom and dad separated in '69. I was 8 years old. My mom packed up an old '52 Dodge and drove from Illinois to Florida while I stay with grandparents. Almost s month into 1970, a man knocked on our door and my mom said there's a package for you. I ripped it open to find a stereo 8-track tape deck that my dad had sent for Christmas. And in the box, one single stereo tape. It was Sweet Baby James. I've been in love with this album and JT himself ever since. Grateful.
Thanks JOHN , What a lovely story, cheers my friend, I like you have JAMES TAYLOR for the music of my SOUL, it's been there through the good times and the bad time,s and always got me through, from 68 to this present day JAMES TAYLOR has always been there, CHEERS MR TAYLOR for a hell of a long ride we,v been on and pray it last,s a while longer. PEACE BE WITH YOU MY FRIEND'S.✌️✌️✌️😎😎😎🏴🏴🏴🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
Shit happens. Get used to it and hope that nothing worse than that happens to you. Believe me I know that it can get much worse. I was happy when my parents divorced because all they did was beat the shit out of each other, and I had to watch it for most of my childhood. My teenage years weren't much better and I really don't like being here anymore.
@@AbbyNormal777 please try and look for little things to be grateful for, (the sun is shining, a smile on someone's face, the bloom of a flower, it's scent). I will be praying that the sadness you feel may be healed a little each minute and every day xx 💖
I got introduced to it in the late 60's older brother bought an album , not sure which one, but I was hooked. Loved my rock and roll but loved it and the cat Steven's after that , still love the rock and roll but also the jt, cs. And so many great musicians of the day@now days I just shake my head at most new music? Or so they like to call it! Sad! Glad I lived thru the 60&70's I was born in the mid 50's youngest of a big family, a sister born in the early 40's , I was her live doll@ listen to all old music@ so glad , most now days , suck!
@@AbbyNormal777 You strike me as a child who yearned for attention- not one who desperately tried to be invisible. Whatever the case I hope other people’s pain won’t always look like a challenge for you to top with some story forever and you’ll grow up and be normal one day. Good luck with everything but I’ll definitely advise you stop trying to out-pain everyone else. That won’t win you any fans.
It seems that I have been listening to this song all of my life, and now it suddenly occurs to me that that is true. I am amazed at how many of your songs have formed a backdrop to my life. It's as if my life wouldn't have been the same without your music. It's been a great ride so far, and as you say "it ain't over ...yet!". Thanks James for being such a musical presence for my life.
Heard this song a million times. I’ve known the story for years. And yet here i sit at my kitchen table with tears in my eyes. So many things wrong with the world today; so easy to become jaded or bitter or angry. Thank goodness for music like this to ease the soul and give a brief moment of simple joy.
This one always brings tears. Only partly because I remember driving from Stockbridge to Boston in the snow around the time he wrote this song... we are about the same age. So long ago.
Listened to this on my long, late night drive home from work tonight and can’t believe you captured my thoughts and feelings so precisely-perfectly worded!
What strikes me about James's voice is that it has the same quality live as it does recorded. He's a musical unicorn. Excellent songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist. I'll never tire of listening to that smooth, soulful voice.
I’ve always said this about James…Live or recorded-same sound! Absolutely amazing! Seen him live a couple of times, and both concerts were absolutely amazing!
Heard a ton of music in my short life of 71 years. James Taylor ..... you're the best ✌ When I hear you play that acoustic guitar. It soothes me. And your voice is has always been liquid molasses. Smooth , sweet and so honest. You had me with " FIRE AND RAIN " Carry on , Sweet baby James !!
The second verse of this song captures why I made Massachusetts my home in 1974. I've been making that drive on the Turnpike from Stockbridge to Boston for nearly 50 years, and that phrase "the Berkshires seemed dreamlike on account of that frosting" still brings tears to my eyes. They do indeed seem dreamlike in the winter. "Ten miles behind me and ten thousand more to go" -- as I approach 70, I realize just how profound that line truly is. Thank you, Mr. Taylor.
The area between Worcester and Springfield is the boonies, just a bunch of small towns like Shelburne Falls and Palmer, that seem like they've been there forever.
I worked at a summer camp at West Stockbridge, and that sign for the Turnpike is right next to the camp. Just the feeling I get when I hear that line feels so special, goosebumps, tears, the works!
I grew up in Cambridge, MA, & of all the song lyrics that mention my home state, this is my favorite. I'll never forget my summer wknd trip to the Stockbridge area, in a '62 Corvette, having lunch at The Red Lion Inn, & watching the antique car parade go by, out front, w/someone I once loved. 🥹
Why do people have to brag about who is American or what. I'm sure that James would have been just as talented if he was from England. I'm so sick of the US arrogance and need to police the whole world. It's no wonder the rest of the world hates us. I would feel the same way. Sorry if I am coming on too strong. Just in a crappy mood.
Have been listening to this song for my entire life. I used to sing it to my kids when they were going to sleep. Now they sing it to theirs. Is and always will be one of the finest. Just like James.
Growing up my Dad would sing this song and when I was in my senior year of high school I finally had the opportunity to sit down and appreciate this song. Fast forward to my last months of college, this song is so nostalgic, it reminds me of the years before my Mom began her battle with Lyme Disease. Life looks a little different now when the family gets together because there are still things that my Mom can no longer do. This song makes me miss the days my Mom didn't have pain with everything she did.
Thank you for being the dad you are and recognizing this man’s songwriting. I have listened to his material all my life. He and two other writers/ singers have been the best since ww2 composers.
Crying,...everytime.... listening to the One man band songs. You and Your guitar. What else is there to wish for? This song is in balance, completely... Don't change it when it's done it's done...Keep singing it though. Thank You so much.
My daughter had graduated from HS and she decided to stay with me and work part time and go to the community college for one year. I had just been through the divorce from hell and I was pretty fragile. As I was cleaning the kitchen after dinner, I was listening to this song and I started crying. She put her arms around me and said that it was okay to cry. She went off to Boulder the next year; we remained VERY CLOSE. That was in 2002. And now she is 40 years old and she hasn’t spoken to me since 2011. No explanation. I found out that she got married and her husband won’t allow me to speak to her. Life changes but I never could have imagined that I would lose her.
Either he's a controlling narc, or she had lots of hidden resentment, maybe came to blame you for the divorce, & confided in him. Either way, sorry to say, she seems weak- minded. Sometimes we don't appreciate our parents until it's too late. Best wishes.
James Taylor whereas other musicians may change and evolve to different styles, ups and downs during their respective careers for better or worse, I've always said that it's you that has remained at a constant of brilliance from your earliest beginnings to the present. You are the same bright shining light that I could immediately see when I first heard you as you are now. Never wavering and staying true to your craft, your gift to us. I can't speak for anyone else but I take a lot of comfort in that. Just knowing that I can always expect you to be as wonderful now as I've ever known you to be gives me such a peaceful feeling. Thanks James. Thanks for sharing your beautiful gift of music with us all. Thanks for never compromising your talent by trying to change your style of music to something that was never meant to be like so many others who took that chance and ending up falling by the wayside.
The first time I heard this song I was on the road with my wife and baby daughter. We were heading to Tucson, Arizona from Nebraska. Needless to say... it brings back very good memories. Always been a James Taylor fan. One of America's best singer/songwriters.
I live in England yet feel so in tune with this song about bygone days in the states. Music should have no boundaries and JT spreads the word beautifully.
Always dreamt that I would compose a lullaby that could come close to this one.. sleeping babies, a cowboy who loves to sing to the cattle. The guitar just ringing out like magic ! The Berkshires seemed dreamlike And so does this performance.
Mr Taylor was just 59 at the time of this recording and in my experience and observation unabused singing voices tend to peak in the mid to late 60s or even early 70s before the grim reaper gets too tight a hold on you, lol. James certainly sounds good in this video.
This song touched a special place in me. I was born and grew up in North Carolina and this song takes back down tobacco road. I think of sour grass and honey suckles. It's a Carolina state of mind.
Today is my nephew Mikey 's 21st birthday. I dedicate it to him... When he was 5 he was visiting me on my ranch outside of Amarillo. We went to go fix/string wire and count cows. While we were on our way to the pasture I put this song on in my pickup and told him the song reminds me of him. He listened thoughtfully, looked up at me with his 5 year old blue eyes and said, "Uncle Joe I already am a cowboy/buckaroo"... Gosh I love that kid. Happy 21st buddy!
I crooned my girlfriend in the early 90s who became my wife singing James Taylor songs by the fireplace because I could sing along with the CD playing. I could stay in sync because the lyrics were stored in my head. I'm thinking it was the lyrics and not my voice that made the difference. 😁 Thank you James Taylor.
My best friend died 3 years ago unexpectedly. He’d told me his dad used to sing him this song as a lullaby, so I’ve been singing it to my baby daughter as I rock her to sleep. I still get a little choked up when I sing it to her. Miss you Gabe.
Oh to be in that small theatre in such an intimate setting blissfully taking in this marvelous man, this magnificent artist, this exquisite and very human being! I sit hererapt with joy as the tears stream down my face and the long years fall away. Many many many thanks, my good man.
I was born in 1968. 😊 I sang this song to my kids at bedtime in the 90’s and am still singing it to my grandkids in the ‘20’s. Amazing the life one song can have and the memories it can give and bring. Thanks JT. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world. I, for one, am really glad you did.
His sense of humor is something that I have always loved. The original JT's music is the soundtrack of my life. I have been so fortunate to see him live several times, and I always cry - his music moves me that much.
I love you James Taylor , I was 12/13 when my older brother turned me on to the coolest music and Then I found you "James Taylor ". Thankyou for sharing your music with all of us. God Bless you big. I was 12/13, when my brother Rick turned me on to all the good music, and I put you way at the top! Thankyou for sharing your music with all of us . YOU ARE LOVED!
I graduated college the year of this show, which I didn't get to see. "Sweet Baby James" and "Walking Man" were two of my favorite songs to listen to while walking across UVM campus and trying to formulate what I needed to write. They're perfect songs for being in motion unwinding and then being able to think with less stress. I still have them on playlists I listen to while I'm walking my dogs and preparing to write.
I feel so good listening to James. So many memories, all good. The majority of his music puts me at peace. The rest just makes me foot-tap and smile. Thank you James for a lifetime of great music.
I have a brother named James he looked just like your nephew as a child. That beautiful blonde hair kid, running freely through the grass in the meadow. So every time I hear the song I always think of my loving brother whose name is also James or should I say Sweet baby James!! This song is one of my favorites 😘😘😘😘
This is the song that is always in my head when I see my granchildren...James a wonderful musician with a equally endering wonderful way. I could listen to him forever
James Taylor, I've loved every song you've ever sang. It's your voice. And of course you songs! 😊 I'm 69 and hope to listen to you for a long, long time ❤️ You sing of love, adventures , and because your a great story teller, I learn something everytime! Thank You for the time you spend with us!!!❤❤😊 You are Awesome 🎉😊❤
Credit to McCartney and Harrison for recognizing that the sound of this American stringbean was unique. If anyone was going to open a door for JT, no one better to do it than Paul and George....
James Taylor, you helped ignite a passion for music and guitar that has stayed with me since. Inspiring me to play and sing, which I di for both my boys, the younger one who now plays guitar and is still in love with the "good old classic folk music". He also won't cut his hair. Thanks for your contribution to what I believe God put in all of us, music to lift the soul.
I used to sing this to my first born, we also named him James (not because of Taylor- it was a family name and we had two wonderful friends named this as well). Every time I hear this I can seen in my mind and feel in my arms the miracle that was that baby. Although I had 5 other babies the impact that small human made on my life changed me from a young naive somewhat self absorb woman(as we all are when we're young) into a fierce, but grateful mama bear. I didn't understand then, but I understand now 44 years later it was the most pivotal experience of my life. I have never been the same (thank you, Lord).
🥀Beautiful Song! To be honest with you I've been listening to him since the 70s and I believe he'd have made it on his own with his unique voice, lyrics and music I love all of his song's he's amazing on so many levels in the music industry and in my life. Stay Gold 🥀☝️🥀
I don't know why... but this song always brings tears to my eyes. Sometimes when I can't sleep I listen to this song in hopes it'll make me sleepy. Instead, my husband finds me in the living room an hour later crying and dancing in the dark. I can listen to this on repeat for hours. We don't have kids yet, but I told I'm if we have one... boy or girl... that child will be named James so I can play this for them. It is my all time favorite song. And when I go in the ground... I want this song playing
I was privileged to sit in a very small "jam session" with James Taylor just showing up back in 1987 because he was a friend of a schoolmate of mine. I got to hear him sing the song in person in Lenox MA. I will always be a forever fan. He burst out on the scene in 1968 when I was born so I was born a fan.
Hello james ! When I was 17year old, I could find out "Album of tapestry" by Carol King. Then, I could find out of your single song that was "you've god friend". I believe that the song of "you've god friend' is special song of higherself . So, I believe that this song must be so special spiritual beautiful song to me. James ! I'm so thanksful to you. Love from kosei
I just found this live prefomance. My father sang this to me as a lullaby when I was growing up and I've come to love James Taylor. This preformance was the month after I was born.
I am always surprised when I listen to JT how much his music means to me. I have been listening for so long but it's always so real, so wondrous. Thanks for this!!
It is now Dec/1/23 --But in Feb 1970 I was 20. I'll never forget first hearing this song at the end of a one month band gig in Aspen in the snowy winter of 1970 and then all of us in a van going back home to Chicago, turning in long gentle curves on the highway up the Rockies, high with youth and new experience, Chad MItchell at the wheel, and this heavenly song came on the radio. I closed my eyes and could see everything James described. It was ethereal. He calls it the best song he ever wrote and I have to concur. I vowed to replay it every year on Dec.1st for the rest of my life. This is the 53rd December 1st that I've played it and it never gets old.
I love this video times one million 💛 On my playlist and always makes me stop in my tracks to watch again and again and again.. Love you James... and watched you on Steven's show, but it was alllll you James. 👍🤠💛👍
My cousin and I share a mutual love of JT, since the 70’s! We lift each other over the internet with a link here and there or listen to old records when we get together. There is a humility in his music that I respect and my own guitar work reflects that too. Thank you JT you bring us both peace and joy in equal measures..
HI James, I have been listening to your music since you started. I also listen to your brother. Your both amazing I had every album you both put out. Now I have every c.d GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏
Only two writers have touched my soul. Joni Mitchell and James. Many musicians have energized my rock heart, but my soul is only soothed by James and Joni.
James Taylor's voice sounds as good today as it did when he first came on the scene and is unconventional cord structures are amazing a true musical genius the beatles knew talent when they heard it
To me there are only two types of music. Timely( Meaning for the moment a hit song that will fade away after it drops off the charts) and TIMELESS- a song that lives on. Most of JT's catologue qualifies for the latter- timeless and lives in our hearts and minds forever. Certainly this is just one of the many songs TJ has written- another timeless classic!
I like to think I was one of the first ones to hear this song I was a freshman in college in 1969/70 and James Taylor performed at the club on the college. He did songs from his first album and some from his soon to be released 2nd album " Sweet Baby James "!
Beauty is timeless. I can’t believe how old I’ve gotten and have loved this song since Mr Taylor wrote it. I lay in bed at night and listen to Mr. Taylor with headphones on. Tears always run from my eyes. ThankYou so very much 🙏
It just doesn't get any better...and James has about the best mic'd acoustic guitar tone that I've ever heard. Olson acoustic guitars and some phenomenal FOH guys. Absolutely tremendous stuff.
This song is absolute magic...Perfection! 'The Berkshires seem dreamlike on account of that frostin', my favorite line. I've never been there, although, he painted the picture for me in my head.
So great, I like the person Taylor is now. He lived life, he made mistakes but he sounds so great, the people in the audience know they are lucky to experience such a great performance. Just a guitar and some keyboards and he gives them an awesome performance.
I have to say this is my favorite song by him that brought tears and it’s why I went back to buy his first album too and what a beautiful ride ever since! He played a big part in my own guitar playing journey . . Thanks James you’re the best of the best and in my heart forever! 💕
My first car was a Plymouth Duster. I loved that car. 40 years later I still love it. But it was garbage. I love you James. You have never let me down. I have gotten married to your music. Thank you, Sweet Baby James. Love from Ontario Canada. I love you.
Reminds me of my little brother James. He was born at a time in my life where I was all about myself, and he is the last child so he wasn't given as much attention as me blah blah blah that whole thing. Great song!
My mom and dad separated in '69. I was 8 years old. My mom packed up an old '52 Dodge and drove from Illinois to Florida while I stay with grandparents. Almost s month into 1970, a man knocked on our door and my mom said there's a package for you. I ripped it open to find a stereo 8-track tape deck that my dad had sent for Christmas. And in the box, one single stereo tape. It was Sweet Baby James. I've been in love with this album and JT himself ever since. Grateful.
Thanks JOHN , What a lovely story, cheers my friend, I like you have JAMES TAYLOR for the music of my SOUL, it's been there through the good times and the bad time,s and always got me through, from 68 to this present day JAMES TAYLOR has always been there, CHEERS MR TAYLOR for a hell of a long ride we,v been on and pray it last,s a while longer. PEACE BE WITH YOU MY FRIEND'S.✌️✌️✌️😎😎😎🏴🏴🏴🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦
Shit happens. Get used to it and hope that nothing worse than that happens to you. Believe me I know that it can get much worse. I was happy when my parents divorced because all they did was beat the shit out of each other, and I had to watch it for most of my childhood. My teenage years weren't much better and I really don't like being here anymore.
@@AbbyNormal777 please try and look for little things to be grateful for, (the sun is shining, a smile on someone's face, the bloom of a flower, it's scent). I will be praying that the sadness you feel may be healed a little each minute and every day xx 💖
I got introduced to it in the late 60's older brother bought an album , not sure which one, but I was hooked. Loved my rock and roll but loved it and the cat Steven's after that , still love the rock and roll but also the jt, cs. And so many great musicians of the day@now days I just shake my head at most new music? Or so they like to call it! Sad! Glad I lived thru the 60&70's
I was born in the mid 50's youngest of a big family, a sister born in the early 40's , I was her live doll@ listen to all old music@ so glad , most now days , suck!
@@AbbyNormal777 You strike me as a child who yearned for attention- not one who desperately tried to be invisible. Whatever the case I hope other people’s pain won’t always look like a challenge for you to top with some story forever and you’ll grow up and be normal one day. Good luck with everything but I’ll definitely advise you stop trying to out-pain everyone else. That won’t win you any fans.
It seems that I have been listening to this song all of my life, and now it suddenly occurs to me that that is true. I am amazed at how many of your songs have formed a backdrop to my life. It's as if my life wouldn't have been the same without your music. It's been a great ride so far, and as you say "it ain't over ...yet!". Thanks James for being such a musical presence for my life.
I couldn’t have said it better. JT along with Carole King, Carly Simon, and Neil Young for me.
Amen Bro,, you totally nailed it . The background to my Life also. Thanks for your comment
Amen
love your words and realise how much his music has always been there for me too. Well said, thank you
What Genre of music is this, I need more of it 🙏🏾
Heard this song a million times. I’ve known the story for years. And yet here i sit at my kitchen table with tears in my eyes. So many things wrong with the world today; so easy to become jaded or bitter or angry. Thank goodness for music like this to ease the soul and give a brief moment of simple joy.
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Well said, could not have said it better :)
Indeed!
This one always brings tears. Only partly because I remember driving from Stockbridge to Boston in the snow around the time he wrote this song... we are about the same age. So long ago.
Listened to this on my long, late night drive home from work tonight and can’t believe you captured my thoughts and feelings so precisely-perfectly worded!
What strikes me about James's voice is that it has the same quality live as it does recorded. He's a musical unicorn. Excellent songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist. I'll never tire of listening to that smooth, soulful voice.
&, such an unheraled guitarist
I’ve always said this about James…Live or recorded-same sound! Absolutely amazing! Seen him live a couple of times, and both concerts were absolutely amazing!
Heard a ton of music in my short life of 71 years.
James Taylor ..... you're the best ✌
When I hear you play that acoustic guitar. It soothes me. And your voice is has always been liquid molasses.
Smooth , sweet and so honest.
You had me with " FIRE AND RAIN "
Carry on , Sweet baby James !!
He's not "Sweet Baby James." He wrote the song for his nephew.
James Taylor: A Musical Genius.
I feel so fortunate to have been able to grow up and live during this era of music. It was a magical time to be young.
The second verse of this song captures why I made Massachusetts my home in 1974. I've been making that drive on the Turnpike from Stockbridge to Boston for nearly 50 years, and that phrase "the Berkshires seemed dreamlike on account of that frosting" still brings tears to my eyes. They do indeed seem dreamlike in the winter.
"Ten miles behind me and ten thousand more to go" -- as I approach 70, I realize just how profound that line truly is.
Thank you, Mr. Taylor.
Except that now we have 10,000 miles behind us and 10 left to go, lol.
The area between Worcester and Springfield is the boonies, just a bunch of small towns like Shelburne Falls and Palmer, that seem like they've been there forever.
I worked at a summer camp at West Stockbridge, and that sign for the Turnpike is right next to the camp. Just the feeling I get when I hear that line feels so special, goosebumps, tears, the works!
This is song I play when I visit friends in vt as I travel the turnpike from boston..thank you JT
I grew up in Cambridge, MA, & of all the song lyrics that mention my home state, this is my favorite. I'll never forget my summer wknd trip to the Stockbridge area, in a '62 Corvette, having lunch at The Red Lion Inn, & watching the antique car parade go by, out front, w/someone I once loved. 🥹
Such a calming voice. Never gets old. A real American treasure.
Why do people have to brag about who is American or what. I'm sure that James would have been just as talented if he was from England. I'm so sick of the US arrogance and need to police the whole world. It's no wonder the rest of the world hates us. I would feel the same way. Sorry if I am coming on too strong. Just in a crappy mood.
Agreed...my older brother had the 8 track tape....LOVE James Taylor!
For sure an American treasure.
NO, REAL WORLDLY TREAURE AND SPIRIRUAL BEACON.
@@AbbyNormal777wow . . . 😵💫🥺🙄
Have been listening to this song for my entire life. I used to sing it to my kids when they were going to sleep. Now they sing it to theirs. Is and always will be one of the finest. Just like James.
Growing up my Dad would sing this song and when I was in my senior year of high school I finally had the opportunity to sit down and appreciate this song. Fast forward to my last months of college, this song is so nostalgic, it reminds me of the years before my Mom began her battle with Lyme Disease. Life looks a little different now when the family gets together because there are still things that my Mom can no longer do. This song makes me miss the days my Mom didn't have pain with everything she did.
One just can say thanks Mr. Taylor for this beautiful song
Met him backstage at a performance, he is a real gentleman,bless him 😊
I have been praying for that to happen to me
Looking at his one earpiece, you know he's doing all the tuning and doesn't use electronic assists.
His intro is half the song,his storytelling is as epic as his songs.
Absolutely
When I had my son I sang this song to him every night until he left to go out in the world. Thank you for this ballad💕
My mom used to sing this song to me as a lullaby ❤️
Thank you for being the dad you are and recognizing this man’s songwriting. I have listened to his material all my life. He and two other writers/ singers have been the best since ww2 composers.
How beautiful. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Absolutely James music is the backdrop of my life. He sounds the same as back in 1971. I never tire of his songs and humor.
I'll never tire of listening and watching JT playing guitar and singing. He just touches my soul.
James' voice just keeps getting better with age, just like a premium good red wine! One of my favorite songs.
James, you are the greatest! Your music and your kindness made this world a better place! Thank you
Crying,...everytime.... listening to the One man band songs. You and Your guitar. What else is there to wish for? This song is in balance, completely... Don't change it when it's done it's done...Keep singing it though. Thank You so much.
Not ashamed to say I cry too. Such an amazing song.
Within 2 bars the sound of JT is unmistakable.. Love him.
👍 It doesn't even take that long, IMO!
My daughter had graduated from HS and she decided to stay with me and work part time and go to the community college for one year. I had just been through the divorce from hell and I was pretty fragile. As I was cleaning the kitchen after dinner, I was listening to this song and I started crying. She put her arms around me and said that it was okay to cry. She went off to Boulder the next year; we remained VERY CLOSE. That was in 2002. And now she is 40 years old and she hasn’t spoken to me since 2011. No explanation. I found out that she got married and her husband won’t allow me to speak to her. Life changes but I never could have imagined that I would lose her.
feel for ya mate - stay well - liverpool UK
@@JimmyJimmyRiddleReach out to her - it is never too late.
u didnt lose her in spirit she will always be
Either he's a controlling narc, or she had lots of hidden resentment, maybe came to blame you for the divorce, & confided in him. Either way, sorry to say, she seems weak- minded. Sometimes we don't appreciate our parents until it's too late. Best wishes.
James Taylor whereas other musicians may change and evolve to different styles, ups and downs during their respective careers for better or worse, I've always said that it's you that has remained at a constant of brilliance from your earliest beginnings to the present. You are the same bright shining light that I could immediately see when I first heard you as you are now. Never wavering and staying true to your craft, your gift to us. I can't speak for anyone else but I take a lot of comfort in that. Just knowing that I can always expect you to be as wonderful now as I've ever known you to be gives me such a peaceful feeling. Thanks James. Thanks for sharing your beautiful gift of music with us all. Thanks for never compromising your talent by trying to change your style of music to something that was never meant to be like so many others who took that chance and ending up falling by the wayside.
You know a song is priceless when you cry to it
As Soon as Mr. Taylor Sings. I'm At Attention. The Magic in His Voice and Lyrics. A Pure Blessing. Thank you!
The first time I heard this song I was on the road with my wife and baby daughter. We were heading to Tucson, Arizona from Nebraska. Needless to say... it brings back very good memories. Always been a James Taylor fan. One of America's best singer/songwriters.
Fabulous! 😊
I live in England yet feel so in tune with this song about bygone days in the states. Music should have no boundaries and JT spreads the word beautifully.
Unbelievable - How someone can write, sing and play so beautifully.
Always dreamt that I would compose a lullaby that could come close to this one.. sleeping babies, a cowboy who loves to sing to the cattle. The guitar just ringing out like magic !
The Berkshires seemed dreamlike
And so does this performance.
Brilliant! The inimitable James Taylor! The most influential Songwriter of the 60s 70s, and today! IMO
Ditto ❤
Is it just me, or does Mr. Taylor's voice get better with age? Amazing and just incredible! Thanks JT!
I have said that exact same phrase a thousand times This man is amazing!!!
Yes. His Octive Range has changed. How about that one vid w/his wife and son ? Thats a Tear Jerker...
Mr Taylor was just 59 at the time of this recording and in my experience and observation unabused singing voices tend to peak in the mid to late 60s or even early 70s before the grim reaper gets too tight a hold on you, lol. James certainly sounds good in this video.
This song touched a special place in me. I was born and grew up in North Carolina and this song takes back down tobacco road. I think of sour grass and honey suckles. It's a Carolina state of mind.
'68 Ford Cortina. My first car as well, and I, too, loved it and remember it fondly. Just like all these old, amazing JT songs.
No one and i mean no one can do it better than James Taylor.
Today is my nephew Mikey 's 21st birthday. I dedicate it to him...
When he was 5 he was visiting me on my ranch outside of Amarillo. We went to go fix/string wire and count cows. While we were on our way to the pasture I put this song on in my pickup and told him the song reminds me of him. He listened thoughtfully, looked up at me with his 5 year old blue eyes and said, "Uncle Joe I already am a cowboy/buckaroo"... Gosh I love that kid. Happy 21st buddy!
I crooned my girlfriend in the early 90s who became my wife singing James Taylor songs by the fireplace because I could sing along with the CD playing. I could stay in sync because the lyrics were stored in my head. I'm thinking it was the lyrics and not my voice that made the difference. 😁 Thank you James Taylor.
We just had a "sweet baby James" born to our family on Nov. 10, 2023, named after his great-great-great-great grandfather from Scotland.
I am sad to learn today's youngger generation do not know the masters of James Taylor. Priceless and tmeless that need to be shared
My best friend died 3 years ago unexpectedly. He’d told me his dad used to sing him this song as a lullaby, so I’ve been singing it to my baby daughter as I rock her to sleep. I still get a little choked up when I sing it to her. Miss you Gabe.
This is stunningly beautiful. James sings so flawlessly. What a gift!
SUCH an american treasure!
Oh to be in that small theatre in such an intimate setting blissfully taking in this marvelous man, this magnificent artist, this exquisite and very human being! I sit hererapt with joy as the tears stream down my face and the long years fall away. Many many many thanks, my good man.
To this day if someone ask my favorite color I say deep greens and blues are the colors I choose. Love you James! You made my life much more poignant!
Well, I prefer beet greens and booze, but whatever, lol.
Wonderful!!! I've listened to James Taylor since the late 1960s and his music has always told the story of life in a more beautiful sense.
It’s just bliss listening to this. It always has been. Thank you James 🙏
I was born in 1968. 😊
I sang this song to my kids at bedtime in the 90’s and am still singing it to my grandkids in the ‘20’s.
Amazing the life one song can have and the memories it can give and bring.
Thanks JT. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world. I, for one, am really glad you did.
My first car was also a Cortina. Been listening to your music since I was a teenager and I will never stop listening.
His sense of humor is something that I have always loved. The original JT's music is the soundtrack of my life. I have been so fortunate to see him live several times, and I always cry - his music moves me that much.
I just saw James with Jackson Browne and it was magical
lucky you!!! congrates
I love you James Taylor , I was 12/13
when my older brother turned me on to the coolest music and Then I found you "James Taylor ".
Thankyou for sharing your music with all of us.
God Bless you big.
I was 12/13, when my brother Rick turned me on to all the good music, and I put you way at the top!
Thankyou for sharing your music with all of us .
YOU ARE LOVED!
lucky you, lucky me!
James Taylor is an international icon of goodness and honesty.
I graduated college the year of this show, which I didn't get to see. "Sweet Baby James" and "Walking Man" were two of my favorite songs to listen to while walking across UVM campus and trying to formulate what I needed to write. They're perfect songs for being in motion unwinding and then being able to think with less stress. I still have them on playlists I listen to while I'm walking my dogs and preparing to write.
I feel so good listening to James. So many memories, all good. The majority of his music puts me at peace. The rest just makes me foot-tap and smile. Thank you James for a lifetime of great music.
One of the greatest singer songwriters ever. Just appreciate his songs more and more.
I have a brother named James he looked just like your nephew as a child. That beautiful blonde hair kid, running freely through the grass in the meadow. So every time I hear the song I always think of my loving brother whose name is also James or should I say Sweet baby James!! This song is one of my favorites 😘😘😘😘
I love hearing the story. James Taylor's songs have been such significant influence in my life. He is an amazing Songwriter.
This is the song that is always in my head when I see my granchildren...James a wonderful musician with a equally endering wonderful way. I could listen to him forever
It's not clear whether you mean ENDURING or ENDEARING.
James Taylor, I've loved every song you've ever sang.
It's your voice. And of course you songs! 😊
I'm 69 and hope to listen to you for a long, long time ❤️
You sing of love, adventures , and because your a great story teller, I learn something everytime!
Thank You for the time you spend with us!!!❤❤😊
You are Awesome 🎉😊❤
What a treasure he is. Thanks, James.
A genius way ahead of his time made a song Immortal for generations to come will listen and sing this as I have done for over 40 years
Credit to McCartney and Harrison for recognizing that the sound of this American stringbean was unique. If anyone was going to open a door for JT, no one better to do it than Paul and George....
Stringbean?!
Imagine being little baby James, and having that song written for you 😮😍🤯
I sang this song to our baby, whose middle name is James.
He wrote the song for his nephew.
James Taylor, you helped ignite a passion for music and guitar that has stayed with me since. Inspiring me to play and sing, which I di for both my boys, the younger one who now plays guitar and is still in love with the "good old classic folk music". He also won't cut his hair.
Thanks for your contribution to what I believe God put in all of us, music to lift the soul.
I sang this to my son, James, the day he was born.
I think you mean that you sang Sweet Baby James to your son. The song that he and Allison sing in the video is The Boxer.
@@l.a.3479I think you missed that in this vid clip, he sang only SBJ.
I used to sing this to my first born, we also named him James (not because of Taylor- it was a family name and we had two wonderful friends named this as well). Every time I hear this I can seen in my mind and feel in my arms the miracle that was that baby. Although I had 5 other babies the impact that small human made on my life changed me from a young naive somewhat self absorb woman(as we all are when we're young) into a fierce, but grateful mama bear. I didn't understand then, but I understand now 44 years later it was the most pivotal experience of my life. I have never been the same (thank you, Lord).
I sang it to my baby James
I love Sweet Baby James!
God bless him-and us all!
Thank you sweet Jesus that James was discovered, where would we be without him!?!?
This song has been playing in my head since I first heard it in the year 2000. It is one of the soundtracks of my life. Beautiful song. Thanks, James.
James Taylor is one of the voices of my youth. I have loves this song for over 50 years and it's a fresh now as it was then.
James, I have bad depression but your music makes me happy and I Thank you for that
🥀Beautiful Song! To be honest with you I've been listening to him since the 70s and I believe he'd have made it on his own with his unique voice, lyrics and music I love all of his song's he's amazing on so many levels in the music industry and in my life. Stay Gold 🥀☝️🥀
I don't know why... but this song always brings tears to my eyes. Sometimes when I can't sleep I listen to this song in hopes it'll make me sleepy. Instead, my husband finds me in the living room an hour later crying and dancing in the dark. I can listen to this on repeat for hours. We don't have kids yet, but I told I'm if we have one... boy or girl... that child will be named James so I can play this for them. It is my all time favorite song. And when I go in the ground... I want this song playing
17yrs active duty Navy here, and this is still the song i sing when i take to the sea
Beautiful song...evokes beautiful memories.
Been in the military for 26 years. But In my first 21 years, I called Pittsfield home. This crushes me every l time I hear it.
He has been one of my favorites since we were young‼️‼️‼️
My daughter was born 1970 and I would rock here and sing this song .one of my favorites ❤️
I was privileged to sit in a very small "jam session" with James Taylor just showing up back in 1987 because he was a friend of a schoolmate of mine. I got to hear him sing the song in person in Lenox MA. I will always be a forever fan. He burst out on the scene in 1968 when I was born so I was born a fan.
Hello james ! When I was 17year old, I could find out "Album of tapestry" by Carol King. Then, I could find out of your single song that was "you've god friend".
I believe that the song of "you've god friend' is special song of higherself . So, I believe that this song must be so special spiritual beautiful song to me. James !
I'm so thanksful to you.
Love from kosei
I just found this live prefomance. My father sang this to me as a lullaby when I was growing up and I've come to love James Taylor. This preformance was the month after I was born.
I am always surprised when I listen to JT how much his music means to me. I have been listening for so long but it's always so real, so wondrous. Thanks for this!!
It is now Dec/1/23 --But in Feb 1970 I was 20. I'll never forget first hearing this song at the end of a one month band gig in Aspen in the snowy winter of 1970 and then all of us in a van going back home to Chicago, turning in long gentle curves on the highway up the Rockies, high with youth and new experience, Chad MItchell at the wheel, and this heavenly song came on the radio. I closed my eyes and could see everything James described. It was ethereal. He calls it the best song he ever wrote and I have to concur. I vowed to replay it every year on Dec.1st for the rest of my life. This is the 53rd December 1st that I've played it and it never gets old.
I love his music,always have and always will. Incredible storyteller.
I love this video times one million 💛
On my playlist and always makes me stop in my tracks to watch again and again and again..
Love you James... and watched you on Steven's show, but it was alllll you James.
👍🤠💛👍
My cousin and I share a mutual love of JT, since the 70’s! We lift each other over the internet with a link here and there or listen to old records when we get together. There is a humility in his music that I respect and my own guitar work reflects that too. Thank you JT you bring us both peace and joy in equal measures..
One of my time favourite voices..❤
HI James, I have been listening to your music since you started. I also listen to your brother. Your both amazing I had every album you both put out. Now I have every c.d GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏
Only two writers have touched my soul. Joni Mitchell and James. Many musicians have energized my rock heart, but my soul is only soothed by James and Joni.
James Taylor's voice sounds as good today as it did when he first came on the scene and is unconventional cord structures are amazing a true musical genius the beatles knew talent when they heard it
To me there are only two types of music. Timely( Meaning for the moment a hit song that will fade away after it drops off the charts) and TIMELESS- a song that lives on. Most of JT's catologue qualifies for the latter- timeless and lives in our hearts and minds forever. Certainly this is just one of the many songs TJ has written- another timeless classic!
JT's up there with Bach.
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I was listening to this back in 1970, and now JANUARY 2022 I STILL DO ...
So true his music 🎶 🙌 will live on forever love ya JT
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Eternal... Thank you James. Be BLESSED everyone here!:
BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL SONG.
I like to think I was one of the first ones to hear this song I was a freshman in college in 1969/70 and James Taylor performed at the club on the college. He did songs from his first album and some from his soon to be released 2nd album " Sweet Baby James "!
Amazing man and a big influence in my life. God bless from South London England.
Beauty is timeless. I can’t believe how old I’ve gotten and have loved this song since Mr Taylor wrote it. I lay in bed at night and listen to Mr. Taylor with headphones on. Tears always run from my eyes. ThankYou so very much 🙏
Same here! I stopped fighting it!
I’m the biggest fan. I cannot effort dd to see you in Vancouver. 2022. But who ever sits in a seat. I’m happy for them much love James I dig you
Great song that has become a true classic!
It just doesn't get any better...and James has about the best mic'd acoustic guitar tone that I've ever heard. Olson acoustic guitars and some phenomenal FOH guys. Absolutely tremendous stuff.
This song is absolute magic...Perfection! 'The Berkshires seem dreamlike on account of that frostin', my favorite line. I've never been there, although, he painted the picture for me in my head.
So great, I like the person Taylor is now. He lived life, he made mistakes but he sounds so great, the people in the audience know they are lucky to experience such a great performance. Just a guitar and some keyboards and he gives them an awesome performance.
I have to say this is my favorite song by him that brought tears and it’s why I went back to buy his first album too and what a beautiful ride ever since! He played a big part in my own guitar playing journey . . Thanks James you’re the best of the best and in my heart forever! 💕
One of my all time favorites!!!
My first car was a Plymouth Duster. I loved that car. 40 years later I still love it. But it was garbage. I love you James. You have never let me down. I have gotten married to your music. Thank you, Sweet Baby James. Love from Ontario Canada. I love you.
James Taylor wrote that song for his nephew. So Taylor is technically not "Sweet Baby James."
Reminds me of my little brother James. He was born at a time in my life where I was all about myself, and he is the last child so he wasn't given as much attention as me blah blah blah that whole thing. Great song!