I swear his voice has hardly changed since 1970. The song blew us away when it came on the air and still does. If the proper word now is rapture then we're all in.
What I love about James Taylor is that he always performs the song exactly the same way it was written. He doesn’t go off in crazy riffs. Doesn’t try to change it up. Just a simple ballad, with a natural voice and yet still gives off the same emotional impact. Love him.
I am 66 yrs old. I have loved James Taylor my whole life. I consider him Rock n' Roll royalty. I finally got to see him live in Providence two years ago.When he came out on stage,I immediately felt flushed. I got goose bumps all over. And tears of joy ran down my face.I felt that my life was more complete for actually seeing and hearing this amazing human being live His kindness and humor and especially his music will always be with me until I'm gone.I love you man❤
Youre wrong actually becauaw james taylor plays fire and rain differently often. Its so good that he can embellish different ways or in different keys and sound good
Despite being a literal musical legend, James Taylor has such graceful humility. And you can tell that despite Tayor Swift being a superstar in her own right, she is completely starsstruck by being able to share the stage with him. What a beautiful moment for both of them!
@@duzntmatter5926 I think you're missing the point here. YES I do agree that James has worked with the best. Heck the Beatles were the ones who got him his big break. The fact here is that real recognizes real. A lot of people especially Gen Xer's like myself would complain how music artists aren't what they used to be but Taylor Swift, even though I'm not a big fan of hers, is one of the VERY few that has pure talent overall as far as actually playing an instrument AND song writing similar to James.
James is a gentle giant. He always says at his concerts that when he wrote these early songs he didn't know that he'd be singing then every night for thirty years. Lol. I grew up on James Taylor and Carole King songs. I just love him and never tire of listening to his voice. His songs are comforting to me, like a favorite pair of old jeans
that first album of his had so many great songs on it that got extensive radio play the same is true of a lot of artists from that era Van Morrison Laura Nyro Joni Mitchell The Band John Prine Kris Kristofferson all come immediately to mind, but the list is much longer than just those few
One of the most beautiful things about this. James Taylor doing the song exactly as we all know and love and Taylor Swift giving it the grace it deserves. You can see she really loves having James Taylor doing this. It's not just a "throw in a cameo" moment.
@@thelastrebelshow1627 James Taylor has been a part of my life since the early days when he was doing intimate shows at colleges (like mine!) & local coffee houses in & around L.A.-- I remember the posters on the bulletin boards in the Theatre & Music Departments ... and now I reminisce about how young we all were then! -- Many more here than you inagine know exactly who he is and are so grateful to still have his music & performances weaving through our lives.
Taylor. I’m a big James Taylor fan and a father of a 24 year old girl who is a gigantic fan of yours. She has had a very tough life, in and out of hospitals all her life. But she has doubted a lot of the odds to still be here. This song with you and James is magical! I love when you kick in with your amazing smooth soulful voice. My daughter has done everything she can to get a ticket to your show but the price is too high for her as she is attempting to get through her final year of teachers college. We were granted a trip to Portugal for May of 2024 and will be near Lisbon the weekend that you will be performing. Seeing you perform would be a dream come true for her, if we can’t get there to watch you we will definitely be hoping the thousands of fans there get to enjoy your performance. Best wishes from her and I.
Writing this in 2024 when Taylor Swift has all the news media and the world in a frenzy. The fact that she respects and adores James Taylor has ramped up my respect for HER!
James Taylor has been my favorite artist since the seventies. That voice has brought me more peace over the years than I can say. So glad he made it through his troubled times.
@brian_atc Same here. I’ve always said that, to me, his voice, his music, are like being wrapped in a soft, cozy, warm blanket. There is something magical about James. ✨ No one else will ever compare.
Agree and he was my inspiration for learning the instrument back when I was a kid in the 70s. James Taylor is my favorite guitarist. Taylor Swift's _guitar_ might be the most beautiful musical instrument I've ever seen. Stunning!
The negative comments here are unbelievable . Here's a young pop star acknowledging a legend, James Taylor. The crowd goes wild, obviously doing the same. It's a moment of respect and admiration, shut up and enjoy it for what it is.
James Taylor and Fire and rain got me through withdrawal from opioids I listened to this in the middle of the night trying to sleep , I am now recovered thanks James
@@m.a.c.8366 why did you have to comment this? All I see in this comment section is hate hate and hate... and .. this comment is fucjing 5 years old grow up
Just saw him in concert in Phoenix a couple weeks ago. Taylor's wonderful but nothing compares to JT. Growing up in the 60s and 70s, this type of music was our legacy. May it heal the 80s, 90s, and 2000s generation the way it has ours.
James Taylor singing harmony for TSwift on his own song, what a humble man! There aren't many artists who would do that out there. TSwift wasn't too bad herself, it's hard for anybody to do James Taylor better than James Taylor, especially when he's sitting right there.
Exactly James Taylor is one of them greatest artists of the last 50 years she had to be thinking to herself the whole time out please don't let me screw this up
You're exactly right. There's a special humility and professionalism to that: serving the song and the moment. Ms. Swift surely counts herself as very, very lucky.
she obviously has half a brain to invite him-- dudes a story telling legend with classic timeless memorable hits, she just looks good. big difference. that guitar she's holding at least 10 g's
Thank you! I love this. I am almost 70, and seeing this with Taylor and James brought tears. You go, girl. Singing with my generation. But, I love your talent. Love, Dale.
If you don't get shivers from this, you might be dead. I appreciate both James' Classic style and Taylor Swift's prodigious talent. This is a beautiful performance.
Much respect to TSwift having The LEGENDARY JAMES TAYLOR in her concert. FIRE&RAIN is such a haunting, moving song. Thanks to both TAYLORS for the memories.
At the time I wasn't an over the moon Taylor Swift fan but this performance practically brought me to tears - WHAT a VOICE James has and the duo with Taylor was just great
James Taylor is such an iconic part of the life I'm so blessed to know... simply the sound of his gorgeous voice and perfect songs, his endearing humility and straightforward humanness is moving beyond measure. Thank you, Taylor Swift, for honoring him, and thank you James Taylor, for your willingness to co-create with her!
I had Fire & Rain when I was in 6th or 7th grade. I’m 64 and I’ve never tiered from James Taylor’s music. His music can be timeless. Very few artist are in that realm. Taylor Swift really handled this perfect. Loved This!
Exactly! James Taylor is a singer/songwriter who can actually write music, sing and play an instrument... very, very well. So well in fact that he doesn't need autotune or any electronics whatsoever to sound good. Put him on a desert island with just a guitar and you've got a whole world of music and an island paradise. No electricity required.
James Taylor is not a problem - but who is Taylor Swift????? You know perception is something you need to come terms with - oh, of course she is trying to climb on the back of Lorde. James Taylor has more than either of them combined. A kiwi
Flying Machines was his band, Susan was his girlfriend who committed suicide, his body ached in verse two because he was detoxing, this song is about real events in his life! That is what a singer-songwriter like Taylor Swift does! What an incredible pair!
Taylor does NOT consider himself a great singer, but of course a pleasing sound. Swift is also, not really a singer, but popular and well liked. She seems very genuine.
@@razorback9926I'm thinking they meant she's not a technically exceptional singer. She sounds more down to earth and achievable to the average Joe. Which is quite similar to James Taylor. In the 90's Chris Cornell of Soundgarden was much much more technically proficient of a singer than Kurt Cobain. But people related to Kurt a lot more, hence he found a ton more success. I believe something similar is being implied by that comment and it's not at all a shot at Taylor Swift. But rather a compliment. (I also absolutely love Cornell fwiw.)
And she has never lost that sense of awe. Witness her and Bryan Adams or her and Robbie Williams. The expression on her face says volumes about what a student of music she is..
Just imagine you're announcing a legend to play live on stage with you…and.then…JT is coming out on stage…and it is ACTUALLY happening. I would die! :)
a lot of comments here are saying that, but I took her statement that she was named after him at face value, & if that's so, I would think that would have more to do with her enthusiasm for seeing him there than being star struck ... Taylor Swift needn't feel star struck about anyone of course I'm just recording my best guess just like everyone else here
Man, that song brings back memories alongside with all the emotions I felt at the time. Taylor named after Taylor now sing together, can’t get much better than this🎶 Beautiful 🎶
The respect runs both ways but you can see and feel the utter disbelief and awe with which Ms Swift treats this moment. She has always been a class act...
Very very glad the crowd blew up when James was on stage. I really hope those kids know who this man is and what an amazing singer/songwriter he really is.
Wow. He's been my favorite forever. What a tremendous moment. What it must mean to him to know that this global superstar is named after him...and for her to be sharing this moment with the icon that she is named after. And i didnt think I could be more impressed with Taylor...and then here she is paying tribute to such a legend and showing us the depth of her soul and character. Just wow. ❤
They gave him a hell of an ovation and seemed to know his song well enough to sing it pretty clearly, so it seems to me that a lot more than only 6% of that audience knew who he was. I have to admit that this video really improved my prior opinion of Taylor Swift.
Wondering what's your problem with Taylor? She seems to me to be a beautiful, generous, humble, talented musician who's been attacked viciously for no apparent reason.
Fair dues to Taylor Swift. She took on the task of a different music from a different generation. I could see she really respected James Taylor. She is a confident, savy, and a good looking young woman.
Natasha Kiehne That was not singing...HE was singing, she pretended to play guitar then did an out of tune vocal which was so lame she could have been sleeping. She should never put herself up to a incredibly famous and talented musician and singer, because the difference between their level of talent you could drive a truck through.
+Jeff Gordon she is actually playing the guitar not miming... haters gonna hate hate hate hate hate lol ;P also he obviously thought she was talented enough to grace her with the pleasure of his musical company.
He was plugging his new album. I never said she's not talented. On this particular performance she seemed lazy and was disappointed. I like her. I think she's a grat songwriter. She just has a weak voice that needs auto tune and 4 background singers to strengthen her voice. I don't hate her...I have her first two albums.
Its true.....MSG is a magical place for music and sports.....add this performance to its historic legacy.....cant help but smile every time you watch this clip.....
What a beautifully wonderful gift to James Taylor from Swift. I'm not a huge Swift fan (just genre difference), but she really has always acknowledged her forebears with such reverence, and that's just wonderful.
I sang this song as a lullabye to my son, as he cried through colic for 6 months, James Taylor was my friend during those long nights. That boy is 29 years old now. And James Taylor still rocks it. oh...it was a cassette tape. the wave of the future!
James is my all time favorite love. I’ve seen him maybe 7 times. I adore Taylor also. I would be in heaven to see these 2 together! Whoever posted this…THANK YOU!
Nice win-win for both artists. I am a JT fan since BEFORE Fire & Rain, so that makes me a genuine geezer, but I have also taken notice of Ms. Swift's considerable talents. Had no idea she was named for him, but it was really nice to see the mutual respect between them. And a good thing for her young fans to get some first-hand exposure to the singer-songwriter legend.
When I was a little boy James Taylor was and I grew up listening to all his music, say what you will about Miss Taylor Swift but she is carrying on a time-honored tradition. And she does it damn well
Just incredible. James Taylor's voice needs no words of validation from me but how Taylor S sounds singing his sing is astounding, so refreshing. I loved every second of this and her willingness to have him up there demonstrates nothing but class. Music is the best medicine and Taylor Swift clearly "gets it".
James Taylor bowing in respect for Taylor Swift. What a gentle, humble man......got to love that. Wish we had more humbleness from all of us in this life............. We would be much better for it!
My mom used to really enjoy James Taylor and Carole King. I spent many an hour sitting on the living room floor playing while their records were on. We're talking very early 70s. My mom has been gone for a while now, but I think of her when I hear those songs from the good old days. As for Taylor Swift, it's good to see someone who's always wanted to be a "good girl" be so successful. We need people like her. I saw her on the Reputation Stadium Tour (which she's already bested). My impression then has only been confirmed since. When it comes to magnitude of stardom in the musical industry, she is this generation's Michael Jackson circa 1985...just the greatness, minus the issues.
I have to say that Taylor has always shown appreciation and respect for the musicians and artists who came before her... and for that I respect her as an artist, whether or not I'm a fan of her music.
I've watched this over and over and I'm still awestruck over the overwhelming appreciation the audience evokes Just to see both James and Taylor's reaction when the song ends brings me to tears without fail.
Taylor Swift showing respect for her idols , the girl has class as well as talent , i admire her for both Many people like to hate on her for whatever unfounded reason , but you cant deny she is good at what she does , maybe she writes about her ex-boyfriends a lot ? She connects with her audience and makes a shit ton of money for herself and a huge crew and band Smart kid indeed
I swear his voice has hardly changed since 1970. The song blew us away when it came on the air and still does. If the proper word now is rapture then we're all in.
Taylor is a good singer. James Taylor is one of the great singers of the last 50 years.
None other,
BABY JAMES TAYLOR master genius musician.
SWEET BABY JAMES
What I love about James Taylor is that he always performs the song exactly the same way it was written. He doesn’t go off in crazy riffs. Doesn’t try to change it up. Just a simple ballad, with a natural voice and yet still gives off the same emotional impact. Love him.
He just played fire and rain nothing like the original recording. I learned how to play it from the 1970 record.
One of my father's favorite singers
I am 66 yrs old. I have loved James Taylor my whole life. I consider him Rock n' Roll royalty. I finally got to see him live in Providence two years ago.When he came out on stage,I immediately felt flushed. I got goose bumps all over. And tears of joy ran down my face.I felt that my life was more complete for actually seeing and hearing this amazing human being live
His kindness and humor and especially his music will always be with me until I'm gone.I love you man❤
The crowd back up James as well as Taylor
Youre wrong actually becauaw james taylor plays fire and rain differently often. Its so good that he can embellish different ways or in different keys and sound good
Taylors voice is incredible for this song...this was perfection...James is outstanding!!!!
Despite being a literal musical legend, James Taylor has such graceful humility. And you can tell that despite Tayor Swift being a superstar in her own right, she is completely starsstruck by being able to share the stage with him. What a beautiful moment for both of them!
Or she’s acting like she’s starstruck.
Why would this be a beautiful moment for Him? Lol He’s worked with the Best!
She's the lucky one.
Two great singer/songwriters that are humble. I love them both.
@@duzntmatter5926 I think you're missing the point here. YES I do agree that James has worked with the best. Heck the Beatles were the ones who got him his big break. The fact here is that real recognizes real. A lot of people especially Gen Xer's like myself would complain how music artists aren't what they used to be but Taylor Swift, even though I'm not a big fan of hers, is one of the VERY few that has pure talent overall as far as actually playing an instrument AND song writing similar to James.
I am 67 years old have been listening to JT for over 50 years. Do hear and watch Taylor with him was heart warming. That was the best of us
There were a lot of "the best of us".
Wow…she’s probably having an out of body experience!! ❤
SO Awesome!!
Yes. Best of best of times
James is a gentle giant. He always says at his concerts that when he wrote these early songs he didn't know that he'd be singing then every night for thirty years. Lol. I grew up on James Taylor and Carole King songs. I just love him and never tire of listening to his voice. His songs are comforting to me, like a favorite pair of old jeans
that first album of his had so many great songs on it that got extensive radio play
the same is true of a lot of artists from that era
Van Morrison
Laura Nyro
Joni Mitchell
The Band
John Prine
Kris Kristofferson
all come immediately to mind, but the list is much longer than just those few
His voice soothes my soul. He’s who I go to when the world wounds me.
Try 50 years!
Same here. ❤
INDEED👖!❤
One of the most beautiful things about this. James Taylor doing the song exactly as we all know and love and Taylor Swift giving it the grace it deserves. You can see she really loves having James Taylor doing this. It's not just a "throw in a cameo" moment.
All talented artists cover with dignity
Perfectly stated, Mary!
And I would nobody on this thread or in the audience knows what this song is about. Without google.
That's James Taylor
@@thelastrebelshow1627 James Taylor has been a part of my life since the early days when he was doing intimate shows at colleges (like mine!) & local coffee houses in & around L.A.-- I remember the posters on the bulletin boards in the Theatre & Music Departments ... and now I reminisce about how young we all were then! -- Many more here than you inagine know exactly who he is and are so grateful to still have his music & performances weaving through our lives.
Taylor. I’m a big James Taylor fan and a father of a 24 year old girl who is a gigantic fan of yours. She has had a very tough life, in and out of hospitals all her life. But she has doubted a lot of the odds to still be here. This song with you and James is magical! I love when you kick in with your amazing smooth soulful voice. My daughter has done everything she can to get a ticket to your show but the price is too high for her as she is attempting to get through her final year of teachers college. We were granted a trip to Portugal for May of 2024 and will be near Lisbon the weekend that you will be performing. Seeing you perform would be a dream come true for her, if we can’t get there to watch you we will definitely be hoping the thousands of fans there get to enjoy your performance. Best wishes from her and I.
I love how she leans on her guitar and lets herself just be enthralled with the awesomeness of the moment.
A true woman in love with music
Not much else she can do with it in fairness
One of the greatest songs of all time. Nearly fifty-five years on it is still stunning.
Writing this in 2024 when Taylor Swift has all the news media and the world in a frenzy. The fact that she respects and adores James Taylor has ramped up my respect for HER!
She's named after him btw.
James Taylor… one of the greatest, most enduring gifts to music and music lovers everywhere. ❤
James Taylor has been my favorite artist since the seventies. That voice has brought me more peace over the years than I can say. So glad he made it through his troubled times.
Since the '60's Jim&Carly are pure musical LOVE ... I hope Taylor Swift honors them both
@brian_atc Same here. I’ve always said that, to me, his voice, his music, are like being wrapped in a soft, cozy, warm blanket. There is something magical about James. ✨ No one else will ever compare.
Agree and he was my inspiration for learning the instrument back when I was a kid in the 70s. James Taylor is my favorite guitarist. Taylor Swift's _guitar_ might be the most beautiful musical instrument I've ever seen. Stunning!
@@ContrarianCornerrespect for each other 😊
@@ContrarianCornerYou can play fingerstyle?
The negative comments here are unbelievable . Here's a young pop star acknowledging a legend, James Taylor. The crowd goes wild, obviously doing the same. It's a moment of respect and admiration, shut up and enjoy it for what it is.
Yes exactly!
The sound is awful.
It's an iPhone in a large room, what do you expect?
Taylor Swift is far from a pop star but is a country star.
Pretty much.
James Taylor and Fire and rain got me through withdrawal from opioids I listened to this in the middle of the night trying to sleep , I am now recovered thanks James
Unwell done you
Oooops meant well done, sorry
As a girl raised to a James-Taylor-soundtracked childhood, and a massive Swiftie, this is kind of what heaven looks like.
nope and just to keep things sorted out... Heaven does not look anything like "this"...
@@m.a.c.8366 why did you have to comment this? All I see in this comment section is hate hate and hate... and .. this comment is fucjing 5 years old grow up
mackenzy Mars, I totally agree. So sad.
Just saw him in concert in Phoenix a couple weeks ago. Taylor's wonderful but nothing compares to JT. Growing up in the 60s and 70s, this type of music was our legacy. May it heal the 80s, 90s, and 2000s generation the way it has ours.
Yes✨
She’s paying homage to a legend and one of the all time classics. Wonderful.
shes also named after him!
He just sold another 100000 records because of it.
Paying homage? She got to share a stage with an actual legend.
she looks at him like she completely adores him, I love it. Bless her for featuring artists that her young fans may not have heard of.
VERY WISE.
If you haven't heard of JT, you're not doing well...
James Taylor singing harmony for TSwift on his own song, what a humble man! There aren't many artists who would do that out there. TSwift wasn't too bad herself, it's hard for anybody to do James Taylor better than James Taylor, especially when he's sitting right there.
Exactly James Taylor is one of them greatest artists of the last 50 years she had to be thinking to herself the whole time out please don't let me screw this up
Somebody else noticed the harmony. Good.
A magical moment for Taylor, James, and all the fans who were there that night!
He still swoons the young ladies!
You're exactly right. There's a special humility and professionalism to that: serving the song and the moment. Ms. Swift surely counts herself as very, very lucky.
Singing with the man she was named after... What an honour it must've been for them both!
she obviously has half a brain to invite him-- dudes a story telling legend with classic timeless memorable hits, she just looks good. big difference. that guitar she's holding at least 10 g's
Jim?
@@kendesjarlais7577 but james Olson is closer to $30k!!!
Doesn't that imply he's her father?
Alexis Madelyn Rau maybe for her idk about James tho
Wish I could have this in person! James Taylor was a favorite from the beginning + Taylor Swift Great Combination!
Thank you! I love this. I am almost 70, and seeing this with Taylor and James brought tears. You go, girl. Singing with my generation. But, I love your talent. Love, Dale.
She's got it all, beauty, talent and a chance of ages to play along the great james. She is sooo fortunate.
If you don't get shivers from this, you might be dead. I appreciate both James' Classic style and Taylor Swift's prodigious talent. This is a beautiful performance.
I agree, what a beautiful performance. And thank you for teaching me a new word 😂
Appreciate it more without all the teen screaming
It does, but all of the screaming kept it from affecting me as much as I would like. I wish most of that unwanted sound could be dubbed out.
In this video, he sounds just as fabulous as he did in his younger years.
Really though!
How is that even possible?
Yes! Both in voice and his guitar playing are impeccable.
Crowd goes completely nuts when James comes out and when he finishes - as it should be.
Yeah, yet none of them know who James Taylor is. Otherwise they'd be singing along, right?
They were....@@done1675
How could I have missed this clip? The two greatest songwriters of my lifetime on one stage. Just wow. Top of my saved faves.
Taylor Swift is the greatest song writer of your lifetime? Seriously? 😂😂😂
Lol. What rock you been under?
Just found it myself. A blend of the music of my youth and now. Glad someone recorded this!
Much respect to TSwift having The LEGENDARY JAMES TAYLOR in her concert. FIRE&RAIN is such a haunting, moving song. Thanks to both TAYLORS for the memories.
People who may have or never would have seen James Taylor live. It’s so cool, the love. Carrying it forward.
I didn't get shivers I got tears of joy a gratitude of the opportunity to witness a beautiful moment!!!!!
At the time I wasn't an over the moon Taylor Swift fan but this performance practically brought me to tears - WHAT a VOICE James has and the duo with Taylor was just great
I get you - didn't really understand all the Swiftie hype, but am not too old a dog to learn a new trick...
@@gdub999tube3rd
James Taylor is such an iconic part of the life I'm so blessed to know... simply the sound of his gorgeous voice and perfect songs, his endearing humility and straightforward humanness is moving beyond measure. Thank you, Taylor Swift, for honoring him, and thank you James Taylor, for your willingness to co-create with her!
Love it, James' voice is just as unique as it was in his younger days, and Taylor added her magic to the song
I had Fire & Rain when I was in 6th or 7th grade. I’m 64 and I’ve never tiered from James Taylor’s music. His music can be timeless. Very few artist are in that realm. Taylor Swift really handled this perfect. Loved This!
Same here!❤
James Taylor is my dad's favorite musician. Taylor Swift is one of mine. Beautiful.
Anyone who has no idea who James Taylor is, please take a little time and educate yourself. He is a legend. School is failing this generation.
truthfromtheword This crowd knew. Guess their parents a good job with them. The two of them sound awesome together.
Exactly! James Taylor is a singer/songwriter who can actually write music, sing and play an instrument... very, very well. So well in fact that he doesn't need autotune or any electronics whatsoever to sound good. Put him on a desert island with just a guitar and you've got a whole world of music and an island paradise. No electricity required.
Absolutely...... JT is a legend, a national treasure, a much appreciated gift. Love this man.
James Taylor is not a problem - but who is Taylor Swift?????
You know perception is something you need to come terms with - oh, of course she is trying to climb on the back of Lorde. James Taylor has more than either of them combined. A kiwi
haha who ever doesn't know James Taylor, are there really people that don't know! He is one of our greatest gifts in music
Flying Machines was his band, Susan was his girlfriend who committed suicide, his body ached in verse two because he was detoxing, this song is about real events in his life! That is what a singer-songwriter like Taylor Swift does! What an incredible pair!
And I bet he never knew that he'd be signing this for the rest of his life when he released it in 1970
@@CathyLarkinWebSavvyPR...I wouldn't take that bet.
The rapidity with which it gained incredible airplay would hint otherwise
The best songs are inspired by pain and loss.
The name is Suzanne and a plane crash.
Fantastic!
The pure joy of making music, by two great ones
I already liked Taylor Swift because she writes and plays her own music, but now I have a newfound respect for her. They are both awesome.
Taylor does NOT consider himself a great singer, but of course a pleasing sound. Swift is also, not really a singer, but popular and well liked. She seems very genuine.
Taylor Swift is not a singer? Twelve straight #1 albums seems to suggest otherwise. She is a great singer.
@@razorback9926I'm thinking they meant she's not a technically exceptional singer. She sounds more down to earth and achievable to the average Joe. Which is quite similar to James Taylor.
In the 90's Chris Cornell of Soundgarden was much much more technically proficient of a singer than Kurt Cobain. But people related to Kurt a lot more, hence he found a ton more success. I believe something similar is being implied by that comment and it's not at all a shot at Taylor Swift. But rather a compliment.
(I also absolutely love Cornell fwiw.)
@@Later_Nerd Nobody ever says a male singer is “not a singer.” Nobody ever says a rapper “can’t sing.” It’s sexist beyond belief.
Taylor looks so star struck when James came up on stage. What a great talented pair on stage. Great job!
And I think he gave her a kiss before he sat next to her. What a beautiful man he is and a legend indeed! And Taylor...she's well on her way ❤️
And she has never lost that sense of awe. Witness her and Bryan Adams or her and Robbie Williams. The expression on her face says volumes about what a student of music she is..
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Just imagine you're announcing a legend to play live on stage with you…and.then…JT is coming out on stage…and it is ACTUALLY happening. I would die! :)
a lot of comments here are saying that, but I took her statement that
she was named after him at face value, & if that's so, I would think that
would have more to do with her enthusiasm for seeing him there than
being star struck ... Taylor Swift needn't feel star struck about anyone
of course I'm just recording my best guess just like everyone else here
One of my favorite James Taylor songs of all time! Bonus playing with my daughter's idol, Taylor Swift! 💖🎶
Man, that song brings back memories alongside with all the emotions I felt at the time. Taylor named after Taylor now sing together, can’t get much better than this🎶 Beautiful 🎶
The respect runs both ways but you can see and feel the utter disbelief and awe with which Ms Swift treats this moment. She has always been a class act...
James Taylor sounds great and Taylor Swift, never heard her sing and I don't know her music but she sounds fantastic here.
James taylor still killin it
STILL?!! He packs in 10,000 easy!!
I've seen him 17 in concert...most recently 4 years ago...18,000 seats filled! My ticket was $149!
Very very glad the crowd blew up when James was on stage. I really hope those kids know who this man is and what an amazing singer/songwriter he really is.
This just made me cry tears of joy for both of them and for what they've both brought to life❤
@@JameTaylor-xl1yx love your musical craftiness😘
Sounds like the crowd knew exactly who James Taylor is. What mom and dad play at home as kids grow up makes a huge impact. 💖
Melts me that this young woman honors James & Carol such classic musicians. Thank you Taylor. ❤
To both of you, I’ve seen sunny days I thought would never end. A tribute to your name sake! Both of you are brilliant performers!
Taylor Swift sang this song beautifully. I cant look up to her more. That girl is an agel and the world is a better place because of her.
Wow. He's been my favorite forever. What a tremendous moment. What it must mean to him to know that this global superstar is named after him...and for her to be sharing this moment with the icon that she is named after. And i didnt think I could be more impressed with Taylor...and then here she is paying tribute to such a legend and showing us the depth of her soul and character. Just wow. ❤
What an incredible compliment to James Taylor to have yet another generation introduced to his music.. good job Taylor!!
You are a first class Human young lady !!! Look what You did for that man. And us........ thank You Taylor for being that kind of person!
I’m old enough to have been a fan of James Taylor, and then Taylor Swift in her early years. This collaboration is absolutely something else.
Oh James, you sweet, humble man.❤️💜Simply the best.
They gave him a hell of an ovation and seemed to know his song well enough to sing it pretty clearly, so it seems to me that a lot more than only 6% of that audience knew who he was. I have to admit that this video really improved my prior opinion of Taylor Swift.
Same here.
Wondering what's your problem with Taylor? She seems to me to be a beautiful, generous, humble, talented musician who's been attacked viciously for no apparent reason.
@@teresabelardes7210 I’m still trying to sell my mother that Taylor Swift is a genius!!!
They may not have known his name, but they knew the song.
HIS SONG, SUNG BRILLIANTLY!@@karenwaddell9396
it’s such a beautiful thing when people work together. Befor becoming a ‘solo’ legend James had the art of working with others ‘at hand. ‘
I love James Taylor and this was truly beautiful. Taylor Swift you are awesome.
James Taylor has always been a hero of mine. Taylor Swift goes up in my estimation as she is named for him. I wish her well and I wish him love.
James Taylor iconic legend. Fan from Philippines.
Bravo to Taylor Swift for introducing a great song from a great artist to a whole new generation!
This is really great with Taylor Swift and James Taylor. They sound FANTASTIC AND THIER VOICES. 😊😅😢🎉😂❤❤❤❤
Crap, I'm an old Gen Xer so late to this party and this is insane. I can't love this enough and pray its hope for the future
Just came upon this...better late than never. No, I'm not tearing up...this song was my childhood! Thanks!!! Two excellent singers!!!
To think, she was just a twinkle in his eye when he wrote this song. Beautiful together.😊
James T is a legend. Well done T Swift.
Fair dues to Taylor Swift. She took on the task of a different music from a different generation. I could see she really respected James Taylor. She is a confident, savy, and a good looking young woman.
3:05 Taylor realizing her dreams have just come true! Singing Fire & Rain with the man himself!
Natasha Kiehne That was not singing...HE was singing, she pretended to play guitar then did an out of tune vocal which was so lame she could have been sleeping. She should never put herself up to a incredibly famous and talented musician and singer, because the difference between their level of talent you could drive a truck through.
+Jeff Gordon why jeff? who cares..?!
I guess you and Natasha do.
+Jeff Gordon she is actually playing the guitar not miming... haters gonna hate hate hate hate hate lol ;P also he obviously thought she was talented enough to grace her with the pleasure of his musical company.
He was plugging his new album. I never said she's not talented. On this particular performance she seemed lazy and was disappointed. I like her. I think she's a grat songwriter. She just has a weak voice that needs auto tune and 4 background singers to strengthen her voice. I don't hate her...I have her first two albums.
James Taylor is timeless, Taylor Swift and JT together are WOW!
Its true.....MSG is a magical place for music and sports.....add this performance to its historic legacy.....cant help but smile every time you watch this clip.....
One of the first artists the Beatles signed at Apple 🍎 records way back 1969 we salute thanks Miss Taylor
What a beautifully wonderful gift to James Taylor from Swift. I'm not a huge Swift fan (just genre difference), but she really has always acknowledged her forebears with such reverence, and that's just wonderful.
What an amazing gift to Taylor Swift from J.T.
I sang this song as a lullabye to my son, as he cried through colic for 6 months, James Taylor was my friend during those long nights.
That boy is 29 years old now. And James Taylor still rocks it.
oh...it was a cassette tape. the wave of the future!
I sang to my daughter who had colic as well ❤
She’s 13.
Are your kids contemplating suicide yet. How morbid a song about suicide OD death is how you put you kids to sleep.
Me, too. My son just turned 27.
That song, and Tapestry got me through nights with the Prince of Darkness.
James Taylor is a perfect musician. Thank you for your works.
Love jt when i worked as a teen at a girl scout camp my camp name was JT after James Taylor
I would've DIED! The whole audience is singing with him. AWESOME!
Clearly parents raised the kids on James Taylor like my mom did!!!
James is my all time favorite love. I’ve seen him maybe 7 times. I adore Taylor also. I would be in heaven to see these 2 together! Whoever posted this…THANK YOU!
Nice win-win for both artists. I am a JT fan since BEFORE Fire & Rain, so that makes me a genuine geezer, but I have also taken notice of Ms. Swift's considerable talents. Had no idea she was named for him, but it was really nice to see the mutual respect between them. And a good thing for her young fans to get some first-hand exposure to the singer-songwriter legend.
What a magic moment 😢 beautiful.
My tears are streaming watching this. So very beautiful.
49 year old guy in LA...and really dont follow taylor swift ....but what a duet...yes I got misty eyed...so beautiful
James Taylor. My first concert back in 1977. Glad he’s still going.
All the moms and girl dads in the audience are singing along. Good on Taylor for introducing this icon to a bunch of new generations of fans.
When I was a little boy James Taylor was and I grew up listening to all his music, say what you will about Miss Taylor Swift but she is carrying on a time-honored tradition. And she does it damn well
Just incredible. James Taylor's voice needs no words of validation from me but how Taylor S sounds singing his sing is astounding, so refreshing. I loved every second of this and her willingness to have him up there demonstrates nothing but class. Music is the best medicine and Taylor Swift clearly "gets it".
James Taylor bowing in respect for Taylor Swift. What a gentle, humble man......got to love that. Wish we had more humbleness from all of us in this life............. We would be much better for it!
James Taylor has been a super star longer than most in the audience have been alive 😯
My mom used to really enjoy James Taylor and Carole King. I spent many an hour sitting on the living room floor playing while their records were on. We're talking very early 70s. My mom has been gone for a while now, but I think of her when I hear those songs from the good old days.
As for Taylor Swift, it's good to see someone who's always wanted to be a "good girl" be so successful. We need people like her. I saw her on the Reputation Stadium Tour (which she's already bested). My impression then has only been confirmed since. When it comes to magnitude of stardom in the musical industry, she is this generation's Michael Jackson circa 1985...just the greatness, minus the issues.
I have to say that Taylor has always shown appreciation and respect for the musicians and artists who came before her... and for that I respect her as an artist, whether or not I'm a fan of her music.
I've watched this over and over and I'm still awestruck over the overwhelming appreciation the audience evokes Just to see both James and Taylor's reaction when the song ends brings me to tears without fail.
James Taylor has one of the smoothest, creamiest voices in the music business. 😍🎶
Legend on legend just different generation good to see we can all get along❤
Makes me weep. A song about losing a friend. I remember when he first began touring. Saw him then. James is a legend and Taylor becoming one.💙🪽🪽🪽🪽
THIS WAS WONDERFUL. I am happy for them both.
Thoroughly enjoyed that. James Taylor is matched by very few singer songwriters, and Swift sounded great. Powerful.
His talent is downright spooky!
He still got it!! He’s so good!!
James Taylor, his guitar and a small lounge. What a great evening!
Taylor Swift showing respect for her idols , the girl has class as well as talent , i admire her for both
Many people like to hate on her for whatever unfounded reason , but you cant deny she is good at what she does , maybe she writes about her ex-boyfriends a lot ? She connects with her audience and makes a shit ton of money for herself and a huge crew and band
Smart kid indeed