Sky Blue And Black ~ Jackson Browne
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
- The recorded version of this beautiful song from Jackson Browne's album "I'm Alive".
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I'm 65-years-old and, still to this day, Jackson Browne is THE greatest songwriter of all time... bar none. You kids of today, take a listen, and experience what we experienced when we were your age. Jackson gave us our collective voice both personally and politically. He gave us hope by helping us truly understand what was going on around us-- again, both personally and politically. If you have an affection for genius, then listen to this man's words for he sings our collective soul.
I agree
This is Jackson’s prettiest, saddest, and best song, which is saying a lot. It’s obviously written from a place of devastation and regret, with a little obsession thrown in. It’s truly a heart rending masterpiece.
I so agree with what you said.
Love this track superb jerry garcia is a fab guitar player just love his abilty
Listened to jackson all my life
everyone here is on about how FRIENDS brought them here but could u all spare a minute for how magnificent the song is
I've never even watched friends.
They are doing that... why do you think they bothered to come here in the first place?
Only here as a JB fan. This song is astonishing.
Knew this song long before Friends!!
Fan of JB since Late for the Sky. All his music is so personal and great. When I first heard this song, I almost fell over.
Ross and Rachel brought me here, but the beauty and power of these beautiful songs and lyrics of Jackson Browne kept me here.
me too
me too
same here
Petruceon is the
indeed, exacly. in the end Ross grabed the spoon ;)
Nobody writes and sings with the heart of Jackson Browne. Always perfection.
This was my daddy’s favorite song. He passed 8 years ago this month & I miss him more than words can describe! I couldn’t listen to this song for a couple of years but now I listen often & think about the wonderful father he was ♥️
"You're the color of the sky, Reflected in each each store front window pain"
Poetry❤ We are lucky to have him
It’s window pane but, ya know, I missed the play on words despite listening to the song a thousand times. Thanks!
Gorgeous song about life long love story. I started listening 🎶 to him at 16, I'm now 63 and still love his soulful voice and fluid lyrics.
Me too. 63 now.
Have listened to him since I was 17 and I am now in my 66th year. He still can bring tears to my eyes, listening to him
I started listening to him.....or his song....when The Allman Brothers covered These Days. That's before JB's 1st album. I've been playing guitar since about '65. I know just about all JBs tunes. He is my all time favorite song writer.
PT Koh , you started listening to him 4 years before he put out his first album in 1972?
PT K
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PT Koh me too! He reaches right onto my heart and gently tugs. He's truly a poet for everyman!
I too been listening to him since I was 16, and so agree with you
The lyrics are absolutely haunting and profound.
So beautifully done, it gives me chills..every line.
Probably the best song ever written and sung!! Each time I come back here, I get more baffled than I did the last time thinking about the number of people that haven't heard it.
In tears evoked by this painfully beautiful song. If I am broken, I can mend, knowing I am broken is the first step.
sense that is what we need you said some
This album came out when I was retired on disability from the Air Force with almost 15 years of service during the Gulf War after being injured in an airplane (C141) fire. When I was in the hospital my wife left me never coming one day to the hospital or giving me a reason why and went to Hollywood to become an actress. She had an affair as well. I was retired after 14 months of recovery on the East Coast and drove to the West Coast, not to find her but to find myself. I tell you this not for tears but because I am over her after many years and the two songs that helped was I'm Alive and Sky Blue and Black. Ever word in this song fits my situation to this day. As Mr. Browne says this song is "...about part forgiveness...". Although, the pain in my body never really goes away because of the injuries, it is still about forgiveness and that helps the heart feel less pain. Sometime other people have to say the words we feel. Mr. Browne, thank you for helping me recover. I wore this CD out. After 22 years of keeping this in I thank you for letting me relate to you how powerful and helpful this song and I'm Alive was and still is.
JB's explanation of the song.
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To Cindy (Cynthia) A.," Where you gave me the world I was in and a place I could make a stand I could never see how you doubted me when I'd let go of your hand." "And I'd have fought the world for you if I thought that you wanted me to or put aside what was true or untrue If I'd known that's what you needed, what you needed me to do", "But the moment has passed by me now do I put away my pride and just come through for you somehow."
"You're the hidden cost and the thing that's lost In everything I do." "That's the way love is"
"... I thought that it would kill me
But I'm alive, "
Thank you. We have all been helped by his songs. In the Shape of a Heart helped me heal and you are right we cant go anywhere until we forgive. i hope you are with someone who deserves you. i am but it took me so long to open my heart again. Thank you for serving. Reaching through to give you one of those hugs.
@@michele21auntiem ❤❤❤
MrJets63 I want to thank you first for your military service and am sorry you suffered both physical and emotional pain. It isnt easy being transparent to others, but there are some who appreciate and relate to your story. I didn't meet my wife I'm married to now till I was 60. We now have 6 years together, and I know that what I thought was love before was instead just the need for love and wasnt meant to be. Jackson Browne is probably my favorite lyricist of all singers and bands. This song is hauntingly beautiful
@Cody Levinson Thats a tough break and hard I am sure. I cant imagine how hard that was. I too have my story filled with pain, loss. But 27 years ago I found something that never lets me down, and is faithful and never ending. Jesus the Messiah. No matter what life brings, He is my teacher, provider, healer, refuge, and Father. Cody I pray you find Him. Not religion or a church . My brother was an alcoholic most of his life. He was molested when 10 years old. After many years of self abuse and slow suicide, he now has peace, sobriety, and new life. Man, HE IS life. God bless you Cody, praying for you my friend. I am a retired professional musician, and for fun I am recording my versions of cover songs right now. I am uploading them to my sound cloud page. Friend of mine has asked me to do a Jackson Browne song, so thinking of doing this one. U take care of yourself.
@Cody Levinson I know your old enough to see the moral decline of the world. I dont recognize it anymore. I am 66 years old, live in the Philippines with Joy , my wife of almost 4 years, and her 3 kids. I have been a witness for the Lord many years, by experience I can attest to His amazing love, far above any person. No spouse, no possessions can fill the void in our hearts. Thats the place He created in each of us that only He can fill . He is hope, when there is none. He is our best friend, when theres no one around. And Jesus assures us that those who believe in Him, though they die, will be forever with Him .. He alone can somehow make the most unbearable circumstances bearable, and help us to "see" more clearly .. You arent alone Cody. Your heavenly Father cares about you. He wants you to know Him. He is waiting for you to call to Him, seek Him. When a man is desperate enough, and everything has failed, Jesus is here. When you place your trust in Him, you will be amazed and want to kick yourself for not doing it sooner. I know by experience. He has brought me through a lot. I just wanted to share that with you .. With Him, your past pain and suffering will become just a memory. Your future, never brighter.
Jackson Browne brought me here. I don't care if Friends brought ya here, as long as your here. Now do yourself a favor and listen to Jackson dazzle your mind. Dig deeper. Listen. Enjoy.
I’m a sucker for sad songs and this one is well written.
Love Jackson Browne, since I was 14 and I am almost 64 now. Simply the best ❤
This man never got the credit for his amazing music. I cry every time I listen to some of his songs. Such beautiful lyrics
Um I think he did. #37 on the top 100 songwriters of all time according to Rolling Stone.
His music makes me cry too its beautifull ❤
I have been giving him credit since 1975 and piling on the credit to this day and until I pass!
i'm sure you already know, but just in case... THANKFULLY .. he's in the R-n-R HoF now :-)
I agree he was an epic musician
This song is steeped in nostalgia, longing and bittersweet love that outlasts the relationship. Truly heartbreakingly beautiful. Don’t think there will ever be another songwriter to equal his talent with lyrics.
Thank you for your putting words to my thoughts. English is not my first language but you put my thoughts on paper. Thanks for explaining a fantastic song 🙏
@@carlrentrop682 my pleasure
In the calling out to one another
Of the lovers up and down the strand
In the sound of the waves and the cries
Of the seagulls circling the sand
In the fragments of the songs
Carried down the wind from some radio
In the murmuring of the city in the distance
Ominous and low
I hear the sound of the world where we played
And the far too simple beauty of the promises we made
If you ever need holding
Call my name, and I'll be there
If you ever need holding
And no holding back, I'll see you through
Sky blue and black
Where the touch of the lover ends
And the soul of the friend begins
There's a need to be separate and a need to be one
And a struggle neither wins
But you gave me the world I was in
And a place I could make a stand
I could never see how you doubted me
When I'd let go of your hand
Yeah, and I was much younger then
And I must have thought that I would know
If things were going to end
And the heavens were rolling
Like a wheel on a track
And our sky was unfolding
And it'll never fold back
Sky blue and black
And I'd have fought the world for you
(I'd have fought the world for you)
If I thought that you wanted me to
Or put aside what was true or untrue (true or untrue)
If I'd know that's what you needed
What you needed me to do
But the moment has passed by me now
To have put away my pride
And just come through for you somehow
If you ever need holding
Call my name, I'll be there
If you ever need holding
And no holding back, I'll see you through
You're the color of the sky
Reflected in each store-front window pane
You're the whispering and the sighing of my tires in the rain
You're the hidden cost and the thing that's lost
In everything I do
Yeah and I'll never stop looking for you
In the sunlight and the shadows
And the faces on the avenue
That's the way love is
That's the way love is
That's the way love is
Sky, sky blue and black
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hands down most beautiful song EVER written. Jackson is briliant.
Bite my crank
+tim brown oh you mean like loreena bobbit? I'd be happy to have my dog Spike take care of that for you!
I can just never decide what song to pick ever song he does is so amazing.
Probably the best singer/songwriter we will ever see in our time!
Gary Morris i agree. And john prine and van Morrison ♥️
Jackson Browne brought me here...and the love of a true poet.
"youre the hidden cost and the thing thats lost in everything I do"
GUT wrenching lyrics.
Sallie Mullinger It sounds so simple but it IS Gut Wrenching!...and then he follows it with ...."Yeaaaaaaah!...And I'll NEVER Stop ...Looking for YOU!!!" (Man, do I ever understand Exactly what he's talking about!)
I’m not a cry baby either !
He writes like no other. What an open heart. "That's what love is."
I've listened to this a thousand times. The power of it always gets to me...
Such a haunting song. Says so much. Never take love or loved ones for granted. So sad when we realise finally they are never coming back....
Me too.x
F.R.I.E.N.D.S
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+Hadean/Jonbaron Yes, I came here for it :D Very nice song
Sims 2
same
A song for loss, grieving and feelings of abandonment.
Always makes me cry. Jackson is one of the most gifted poets ever.
Most beautiful love song ever written. Jackson is a poet par excellace!
brokenwing2005 i know jackson, saw him do this one time....piano and vocal.....i agree....one of the best love songz ever
These lyrics reached deep into my soul at a time when I could finally understand each meaning for the first time in my life. Jackson Browne has a talent that is ageless. He' is the greatest poet of my generation. You're the hidden cost in the thing that's lost in everything I do. I'll never stop looking for you. Thank you JB.
That's my favourite lyric in the song too...so powerful.
This has to be one of my favourite songs of all time. I never tire of it and there's almost a beauty in the pain in the song.
"Do I put away my pride and just come through for you somehow". My favorite line.
+Vyselink Since were sharing, haha... I always thought the idea he poses near the end of the song to be brilliant... "Youre the color of the sky reflected in each storefront window pane, Youre the whispering and the sighing of my tires in the rain, Youre the hidden cost and the thing that's lost in everything I do..."
Jack Callahan my favorite line
"Yeaaaaah!......and I'll Never Stop Looking ..For You!!"
Vyselink yes that is magic.
The lyrics are wrong (and so was I). The actual line is "But the moment has passed by me now/To have put away my pride and just come through for you somehow".
Ross & Rachel brought me here
Me too! What a beautiful song and talented singer.
Han Tran Friends !!!
Same! Lol
Same! Lol
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How can one man be this talented, as both a poet and a musician, plus having the most beautiful voice ever?
Just went to his concert in Savannah, Ga. Have been a Jackson Browne fan for 45 years, I took my daughter, we had third row seats, Jackson played Sky Blue and Black, made my daughter cry, what a beautiful song. Jay and Caroline Welliver.
Asa naman tong akong mga treasure Deri, certificate of deposits ra the to,
I saw Jackson for the first time in 1978 I was a freshman in college and had 12th row center tickets there were 4 college girls in front of me that screamed threw entire show like he was the Beatles they had more fun than I did but it's a great memory
I would of loved to have taken my adult children my son is a bass player and taught himself to play and read music I did take them to see the Tragically hip and has a deep respect for The Beatles esp. Revolver album when I exposed him to it. The 70s music was the golden years
This reminds me of someone I knew many lifetimes ago. ❤
To an artist whose hits can be named within the first five to ten notes 🎶 Adore Jackson and LOVE this song 💗
Great song. Friends brought me here. :)
Same here
same
Ankush Menat l
yes, me too...beautiful song
absolutely the most beautiful song I've ever listened to 💖
Even the most gifted don't come close.
Everyone knows the Beatles The Stones Dylan Hendrix and so on But Jackson Browne is just as amazing if not more so yet its like so many say who is... Every person that I say look him up comes back to me and says wow ...he will be forever discovered like a great artist with hidden treasures..
Yes. He is so amazing. One of a kind.
Been listening to him since 83 - Maestro!
I love JB, always have. My kids now in their early 20's grew up listening to this music and now my younger son, who is a musician, loves all his songs too. We just saw him in concert a few months ago and he sounds just the same. He performed this song and was flawless. A true artist and poet.
going to see him stays with you You leave knowing you have seen one of the greats going to see him in Montreal April 17 2017.
he's the best. ever. to me & for me. there will always be critics and haters - it's life, human nature... but this cat's the epitome of what a survivor is. innate genius talent. peace, love and understanding -
Those lyrics always get me '...and the heavens were rolling, like a wheel on a track and our sky was unfolding and it'll never fold back...' sad but magical in equal turn.
Andrew Buckley Powerfully painful, cathartic lyrics :-)
Oh yes, I agree. Those lyrics and the music, work to pull me into a vortex of time, where I feel something very dire and completely life-altering is occuring. Chills just go right thru me!!
It's never easy to say good-bye to people you care about, but when you have to do it a lot, you have the strength to do it, when you need to have it the most. This Song says THAT, very well. Your soul holds your memories of your commraderies.💧✨💜
So much easier to love and appreciate people while they are present than to live in regret once they have left and you realise what you have lost.
Skies blue and black.....wow how heartfelt....you just held me. Thank you Jzckson.
One of the most beautiful songs ever written. Love it :)
steveeggs100 ......I totally agree
This song brings back so many memories. Mainly late night road trips with my parents when I was the only kid left awake.
Simply a Legend. No one can write music that speaks to the heart like it was written ...just for the listener. Only Jackson Browne.
Just about the most beautiful sad song ever!
I'm relearning just how talented Br Browne was and is.
Every line of this song is pure PERFECTION. There’s no better lyricist or songwriter. Thank you, Jackson, for pouring your soul into your music.
Every song he writes is the same for me for 50yrs.
My parents introduced me to Jackson Browne's music when I was in high school. Though this is really a breakup song, it's one of my favorites. On a par with U2's "One."
His lyrics are incredible, and I never tire of them. "And our sky was unfolding/And it'll never fold back." What's done is done, and your life will never be quite the same because that person was in it.
I've been listening to and loving Jackson Brown since I was a teenager and love the power of his music. I recently saw a picture of him and remarked to myself, gee he looks old. Than I realize I'm 75
I had the incredible fortune of seeing him perform this song last year at the Providence Performing Arts Center. This is one of the best love songs ever written, gives me chills everytime I listen to this. I don't know how, but his voice sounded better than ever at age 65.
I love this lyric video but my favorite is the live version where it splits time with him in studio + live.
Still does at 73. Saw him last month. Indescribable.love JB
IAM jealous 😭😭
If I had to pick only 10 Jackson Browne favorite songs, I'm sure I'd have a difficult time and surely leave some out. Thank You Jackson for being (for me) the voice of my generation, I just celebrated my 70th birthday and have been his loyal fan since Doctor my eyes. 1972 I've only seen him live 4 times over the years, way too little!
F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Forever Ross and Rachel ;)
Loved this as mine and my husbands first dance!
What a beautiful and very sad song about love and loss...
Fell in love with JBs deep melancholy, poetic masterpieces at age 14 and it's still classically beautiful and timeless age 52
Jackson Browne isx simply THE BEST!!!! One of my all-time favorite singer-songwriters of all time! Have seen him in concert 3 times here in St. Louis, MO over the past 10 years. I'm only 30, and I LOVE all these classic artists from the 70s/80s/90s. Thank you Jackson Browne for your wonderful music, you are an inspiration to me and so many other musicians. Keep up the great work.
Simply the most piercing and articulated love song ever written, That is Jackson!
Great song!! so simple, but with so much meaning. I can sit and listen to this all day. Jackson Browne is one of my favs.of all time.
No-one will truly understand meaning of songs that r so powerful it can't be explained, Jackson Browne is a legendary singer
Let's see. Been listening to him for 50 years now! My friend and poet! Lives to lead as jackons puts into words! The goat of all times!
If I could write just ONE line... that made people stop and think... or move and touch them deeply.. I would consider that a successful accomplishment...
Jackson Browne... has been doing that for decades.... just such an incredible writer and musician... Thanks 🙏 so much... for your music 🎶
This song never fails to make me so emotional every f*****g single time! Jackson is a treasure.
No words. For the beauty
Jackson sometimes takes decades to perfect songs. He is not only a musician and a poet. He is a genius and perfectionist as well.
Just saw him in Las Vegas Aug 24th. He's still got it. He's part of the soundtrack of my life and always will be. Love this song. It kept me looking for someone for 45 years and I'm found her again. We are together now listening to "our song". Bravo, JB, Bravo!!
Browne's music simply timeless. Breaks all barriers.
Admired his ‘gift’ as a young teen sitting in our the High School auditorium during a talent show. Throughout my life, I still remain mesmerized by his soulfulness, poetry and commitment to all that’s simple and pure. 🌸
Yeah , and I'll never stop looking for you ......powerful emotions of love ...pure love !
I grew up watching friends & I have to thank them for introducing me to such beautiful music. When I first heard this I fell in love with the melody but I couldn't quite understand the lyrics. Not on a deep level at least. And now that I'm older I see just how incredibly poetic this song is. This is talent. Music that makes you move. That is open for interpretation and that regardless of the circumstances we can all relate. Thank you♥️
I nearly passed out when this played during that first episode of Friends. I knew then the writers were My People, my friends.
Bring out the best in you. Remind you of our fallibility, Fill you with love and hope for humanity. That's what listening JB songs do. He is a truly gifted human being.
what a fucking blessing to have travelled this life with jackson browne
Been a JB fan since way before any of the "Friends" were even born. Very grateful that more and younger people are discovering the incredible music of one of the worlds greatest singer/songwriters. Listen to it all!
If friends brought u here ... be thankful that ur terrible taste in recreational activities has introduced you to possibly one of the greatest songwriters of certainly the last 25 years ... cos this guy is on an whole nother level ... 👊🏻
what?! 🙄
I was introduced to Jackson Browne thanks to Warren Zevon, I finally got around to finding out who this mysterious persona is, what a fool I was not to have heard of him earlier, amazing poet.
I never heard this song before but it was played at my step dad's funeral this week. I love it beyond words. I've always liked Jackson but missed this one. RIP Graeme Johnson. we miss you more than can be said. xxxxx
My favorite Jackson Browne song. Excellent. Love all the instruments and Jack's vocals.
the wording will touch deep in your heat. he is not just a song writer, he is a poet.....his songs has such a way to apply it to your life travels...
Yep but also musically the simple piano/guitar hook is so beautiful!
When i was a senior in high school i found him and listened and owned all of his entire catalog during those times of my growing up it was an impressionable time and I'd like to think that his music made me see life and its complexities in a way that was far different from kids of that age group . too this i still see life differently thanks to him.
He's always been a poet in every sense of the word. One of my all time favorite musicians.
I grew up with his music all my life, all the back to when I was a baby. My mom would always play these for me when she held me in her arms. Thanks mama for all the best tunes you played for me. 🤗
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful song....
Jackson is a poet! This song is my favorite but always makes me cry.
I love the comments on this song, you guys are like word by word describing exactly how I feel about this song, honestly I love all of Jackson Browne's music but this song is special to me, quite simply my favorite! And i agree with the Neil Young comment that someone added here, James Taylor, Neil Young, Carole King, Jackson Browne, John Denver the list goes on and on, all such beautiful story tellers that luckily we have the pleasure of having in our lifetime. Sadly most of the music these days with the exception of a few timeless artists out there will never even come close to matching the beauty of JB's beautiful, simplistic and effortless song writing style not to mention that voice of his! And I love that there are people out there that can still appreciate this.
One of the most beautiful pieces of literature ever written. The only thing that makes this better is the arrangement of music and Jackson Browne's ability to emote. Pure genius. It is virtually impossible to find voice for love, friendship and soul...so compelling.
Ross and Rachel brought me here. And not regretting this ❤🥰
Jackson Browne helped me get through life's ups and downs. Thanks Bro.
Just a great song! Thanks Jackson!
Seeing references to a 90's popular sitcom is sad, but positive cuz there's appreciation 4 this gorgeous joy. I had the c.d. in my '96 dodge intrepid...crossing Memphis to Arkansas... at dusk. ... sky blue and black ... praying for a happier life from an abusive husband ... yes.. is a happier ending ... but a lot of work is necessary 4 authenticity.
This song has brought tremendous healing. Love it ❤️
Tears start flooding when listening the the king of break up songs. So many times I've had my heart broken and Jackson can sing lines that just sum up the pain in such a beautiful way. Fantastic in concert,singing out loud to every song but look a mess when I come out, thank God I don't wear make up. Gotta love Jackson for the songs he's written for all of life's lost souls
Love how he tells a story with his lyrics ...beautiful !
For the first time in over 45 years, I found forgiveness and really felt this song. I can remember the really good times we had and now I look upon our great grandchildren and realize they are a product of the love she shared however briefly. RIP
One of the greatest voices of all time.
I was not brought here by anything but my joy in hearing this song. The entire album this song comes from is about heartbreak. It's a masterpiece.
Starting with Saturate Before Using and still today you have been an amazing inspiration in my Journey through life, now 60.
Jackson Brown, here you come again, with a tremendous & powerful song. You have been a part of my life since the 1st time I heard you, many years ago and attended one of your concerts. Thinking back, I must have been 13-14 years old; I will be 55 in October. When my father died in September of 76',(his death was such a tragic one, as he was a locomotive engineer & the other engineer,was new to his job and failed in taking the correct orders given, therefore, a head-on train collision happened) your music helped me so much. I listened to you daily. It seemed like so many of your songs, we're written especially for me. Sounds silly, I know; but I could understand your message. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent with the world. Your music reaches so many people,please continue writing, and singing. God bless you. I will always be one of your biggest fan.🙌👍🎶🎸🎹🎼🎵🎤😊👱
Michelle Sabatino Thanks! That is so sweet. No sweeter kindness from someone you don't know. Especially when it is music. 💖
Thanks everyone! How sweet.
+Jeil bchcats (bchcatgirl)
Other than the part about you losing your father, I could have copy and pasted your reply.
I grew up with Jackson through the musical side of my family when I was very young, 30 years later his music has made such an impact it's part of me now, it's been a part of who I am. No doubt.
Sigsy He certainly is wonderful.
+Jeil bchcats (bchcatgirl) Reverse, here, although I was in high school, Jackson being the age of my older brother. I liked Jackson okay, but it wasn't until of late, losing my children, that this song (without really absorbing the words!) did this connect to the pain of my loss, playing it over and over and over while it hugged me through the tears when no one else was there. There's a plug for timelessness of good music and vulnerable authorship.
Rachel brought me here....beautiful✨💙
I so love this song Jackson. Beautiful...