I dedicate this song to people living with depression each and everyday in silence.. to those who can't dress themselves, feed themselves or feel as though there is no hope.. may God bless them and instill hope in their lives...NO JUDGEMENT .. and for those who have passed because that beacon of hope was no more , may each of them find the peace that religion, psychologists, psychiatrists failed to give them
on the eve of the 4 year anniversary of my sons death in Afghanistan by an IED I find this video and read all the comments. I still miss him but im so proud of him. he left me a grandson who looks like him. Iraq took my leg and arm and a couple internal organs but it didnt take my heart and soul. my son was my heart and soul.
+Chris Madden When I was in Vietnam in 1965, I was fearless because I knew that I had a mother like you back in the states that would always love me no matter what happen to me.
StargazingForJesus 11 months ago: Makes me cry! My favorite hymn of all time. Thank you Judy Collins and thank you Betahifi for sharing this video. Jacques Méoff 1 month ago: It's a shame the Harlem Boys Choir is no longer. May they be resurrected one day. This nation needs those voices.
This was posted from my husband's account who Passed March 23rd, 2014. My Father was Arnold Joseph Gonzales of Denver Colorado. I am Roxanne Klahn who had the pleasure of meeting her and her son at our Restaurant Casa Mayan in Denver when he was about 10 years old.
Such a beautiful rendition of the greatest gospel song ever written by man, but, although they did a superb job, they forgot the best verse, and best 4 lines ever written by man. WHEN WE'VE BEEN THERE 10,000 YEARS, BRIGHT SHINING AS THE SUN.... WE'VE NO LESS DAYS TO SING GOD'S PRAISE, THAN WHEN WE'D FIRST BEGUN !!!!
Paul Bowers: My partner of 23 years passed away about 9 months ago. This song always reminds me of his goodness. Many times we would just sit still together with the lights down, and just listen to this. It's a beautiful version. Rest in peace forever Mike. I miss you so badly!
Must be a wonderful memory to have heard Judy rehearsing this alone. I do believe it is the definitive version of Amazing Grace for the Vietnam generation. I came here after watching the Amazing Grace episode on "Christy"--couldn't get enough! Thank you Judy!( And we are beholden to Catherine Marshall for giving us the "Christy" character and story, about a year in her mother's life in the Smoky Mountains.)
FROM northtide: The FIRST time I ever heard this song, I was at a place called Khe Sanh, the Republic of Viet Nam, during what has since become known as the seige. We had taken a pretty rough hammering the night before by General Gaip's artillery. I heard Judy Collins singing this song on the Armed Forces radio. Every time I hear it now, the years go away. I am there again.
john prince 1 year ago As a young 20ish guy in the early 1960's, I'm not sure how much I appreciated the two divine voices from the gods, like Judy Collins and Joan Baez. I feel fortunate to have had the great privilege to hear their angelic voices for most of my adult life. Mike Hunt 1 year ago Beautiful song- Judy's beautiful voice, beautiful choir backing and..... beautiful eyes. Think I'm getting God...
when the men who have battled the song of amazing grace brings solace to the spirits of the men who have fallen. and it gives those who are still fighting good grace and solace to those who have they have left behind.
My Father and I knew Judy her mother Marge and father from about 1960 through 1970. I wish I could download this version to honor my father. He loved her so
Bring back the 90's. Now a days, she would have been shot ~say at her mother's funeral. Judy Collins is just like a bird with wings when she takes off into her high notes. I love her expressions of love and peace from all her years on stage, and I treasure each time I get the fancy to pull up her folk songs. Bring back the 90's. At least there children had more direction and were not bringing guns to school, and no smartphones to take us away from humanity and nature. This may sound hippy dippy, but with all the singers she performed with, like Johnny Cash and Pete Seeger, I don't see any reason why my comment's are really bad ones to make per say. Love and Peace Ya'll! Pass it on!
Theresa Zubris 11 months ago Simply breathtaking.....the combination of her voice along with the choir...it gives me chills. I never knew the story behind this song or who wrote it...I guess you could say it is poignant.
FROM Jordandurell: To all you people who have commented about Miss Collins' eyes, I can tell you this: I am a big fan of hers and have met her several times and, yes, when you first meet her up close you are startled by her eyes. They are a very light blue and very pretty, as she still is. When you see her it is kind of amazing. She does not look her age, to say the least, or act it. They didn't write the song "Judy Blue Eyes" about nothing!
FROM onceaking: OMG! This is so beautiful. It gives me such peace. Thank you for posting this masterpiece. FROM geoffrey1610: She was the true queen of this song. I don't care how many people sang this. She will be the queen and no one will ever take her place. Let her live on forever!
bailinnumberguy 3 months ago: This might sound made up, but I actually heard Judy sing this song the day before on that very stage in rehearsals w/o the choir behind her. I happened to be biking around the mall and heard some pretty sounds coming from that stage, so checked her out. There were maybe 150 people listening. To hear her gorgeous voice coming out of those huge speakers was an unforgettable, spine-tingling experience.
FROM empathicgirl: When I first heart this, Judy's voice brought tears to my eyes. Never have I heard a rendition of this song that sounded so free, so pure. The choir just adds to this song's beauty. FROM Alejandrino7: I am a Boys Choir of Harlem alumnist and I remember this performance. Where did you get this footage? it brought back many memories.
BEND YOUR KNEE, LOOK UP , THANK GOD FOR EVERTHING, ESPECIALLY FOREGIVENESS, CHANGE YOUR HEART, ITS ALMOST OVER, PRAISE YOU JESUS, THATS WHAT HALLELUJAH MEANS, PRAISE YOU JESUS, AMEN.JERRY
FROM: prysmith37: Glorious. the implications of this performance and what all the participants represent in their personal histories reduced me to tears.
Wow nobody sings Amazing Grace like Judy Collins.
Cindy Maes
I dedicate this song to people living with depression each and everyday in silence.. to those who can't dress themselves, feed themselves or feel as though there is no hope.. may God bless them and instill hope in their lives...NO JUDGEMENT .. and for those who have passed because that beacon of hope was no more , may each of them find the peace that religion, psychologists, psychiatrists failed to give them
She has a voice like no other and its gift has sustained her (and us) for five decades. God Bless you Judy for being true to yourself....you won.
on the eve of the 4 year anniversary of my sons death in Afghanistan by an IED I find this video and read all the comments. I still miss him but im so proud of him. he left me a grandson who looks like him. Iraq took my leg and arm and a couple internal organs but it didnt take my heart and soul. my son was my heart and soul.
Rest In Peace God is watching you be proud of your son.
+Chris Madden Fob Wolverine Jan 2011-Dec 2012 Afghanistan for me. Rip to your son.
+Chris Madden god bless so sorry
+Chris Madden When I was in Vietnam in 1965, I was fearless because I knew that I had a mother like you back in the states that would always love me no matter what happen to me.
Thank you for your service, and may your life be nothing but happiness
She was born to sing this hymn,,,,, breathtaking!!
StargazingForJesus 11 months ago:
Makes me cry! My favorite hymn of all time. Thank you Judy Collins and thank you Betahifi for sharing this video.
Jacques Méoff 1 month ago:
It's a shame the Harlem Boys Choir is no longer. May they be resurrected one day. This nation needs those voices.
This was posted from my husband's account who Passed March 23rd, 2014. My Father was Arnold Joseph Gonzales of Denver Colorado. I am Roxanne Klahn who had the pleasure of meeting her and her son at our Restaurant Casa Mayan in Denver when he was about 10 years old.
What a blessing for my soul and to my ears. Thank you Ms.Collins and Boys Choir of Harlem. Truly amazing.
The most beautiful version of this song ever, even for her!
What a magical and hauntingly beautiful voice this lady has.
+1877canzona1933 Tell me 'bout it. Once in a lifetime.
+1877canzona1933 If this doesn't make you cry, nothing will.
What a Good Lovely Heavenly Beautiful Voice Judy Collins Has God Bless Judy Amen.
The best version of Amazing grace ever
Such a beautiful rendition of the greatest gospel song ever written by man, but, although they did a superb job, they forgot the best verse, and best 4 lines ever written by man. WHEN WE'VE BEEN THERE 10,000 YEARS, BRIGHT SHINING AS THE SUN.... WE'VE NO LESS DAYS TO SING GOD'S PRAISE, THAN WHEN WE'D FIRST BEGUN !!!!
Paul Bowers:
My partner of 23 years passed away about 9 months ago. This song always reminds me of his goodness. Many times we would just sit still together with the lights down, and just listen to this. It's a beautiful version. Rest in peace forever Mike. I miss you so badly!
This calls to your spirit. Thank you Father, for imbuing us, your creation, with such gifts.
You, each of you, are an amazing random speck of Galactic Energy. This material life on Earth is your one chance at it, enjoy it and do it well.
This is the absolute best version ever. Love it.
Jim Dickerson y
God bless you, Judy Collins!
Must be a wonderful memory to have heard Judy rehearsing this alone. I do believe it is the definitive version of Amazing Grace for the Vietnam generation. I came here after watching the Amazing Grace episode on "Christy"--couldn't get enough! Thank you Judy!( And we are beholden to Catherine Marshall for giving us the "Christy" character and story, about a year in her mother's life in the Smoky Mountains.)
Judy Collins; Beauty and talent personified.
Judy Collins and the Boys Choir of Harlem sing like an angels,really AMAZING!!! song forever
Truly outstanding and moving! Kudos to Collins & Boys Choir of Harlem!
This song "Amazing Grace" means more to me than any other and this Lady, "Judy Collins" delivers it in the most Perfect way possible.
FROM northtide: The FIRST time I ever heard this song, I was at a place called Khe Sanh, the Republic of Viet Nam, during what has since become known as the seige. We had taken a pretty rough hammering the night before by General Gaip's artillery. I heard Judy Collins singing this song on the Armed Forces radio. Every time I hear it now, the years go away. I am there again.
That was quite incredible to hear! Really wonderful! Thank you so much for posting this...
Thank you For these moments of peace that transmit
that was absolutely beautiful.
Judy at her best as always
How wonderful. This brought tears to our eyes. Thank you ever so much for sharing.
FROM johnbu0y: Fantastic. STUNNING! I am amazed at how incredibly clear and powerful Judy's voice still is after so many decades. Truly astonishing.
john prince 1 year ago
As a young 20ish guy in the early 1960's, I'm not sure how much I appreciated the two divine voices from the gods, like Judy Collins and Joan Baez. I feel fortunate to have had the great privilege to hear their angelic voices for most of my adult life.
Mike Hunt 1 year ago
Beautiful song- Judy's beautiful voice, beautiful choir backing and..... beautiful eyes. Think I'm getting God...
Magnificent! Praise God. Amen
This song is lovely and she sings it with joy
For my mum, God bless
)
all I can say is wow how beautiful
when the men who have battled the song of amazing grace brings solace to the spirits of the men who have fallen. and it gives those who are still fighting good grace and solace to those who have they have left behind.
What an incredibly beautiful and moving performance! My soul sings along each time I watch and listen, and healing tears flow ...
My Father and I knew Judy her mother Marge and father from about 1960 through 1970. I wish I could download this version to honor my father. He loved her so
Judy always delivers. ......now I see...
Greetings from IRELAND 😉 salamat for the memories Judy much loved here.....
The most moving hymn, it always brings a tear to my eye.
she is wonderful, i like the song a lot
With God, all things are possible. God Bless you always.
I Have Heard a Few Version's of this song but this is the best as yet voice wise.also love bagpipes version.
Stunning, gives me tears
Superb!
My Nannys Song R.I.P 6 Years Today 💔
Two national treasures. Voices of power.
Bring back the 90's. Now a days, she would have been shot ~say at her mother's funeral. Judy Collins is just like a bird with wings when she takes off into her high notes. I love her expressions of love and peace from all her years on stage, and I treasure each time I get the fancy to pull up her folk songs. Bring back the 90's. At least there children had more direction and were not bringing guns to school, and no smartphones to take us away from humanity and nature. This may sound hippy dippy, but with all the singers she performed with, like Johnny Cash and Pete Seeger, I don't see any reason why my comment's are really bad ones to make per say. Love and Peace Ya'll! Pass it on!
I truly love this song
God bless you, Judy!
She owns it!
Theresa Zubris 11 months ago
Simply breathtaking.....the combination of her voice along with the choir...it gives me chills. I never knew the story behind this song or who wrote it...I guess you could say it is poignant.
FROM Jordandurell: To all you people who have commented about Miss Collins' eyes, I can tell you this: I am a big fan of hers and have met her several times and, yes, when you first meet her up close you are startled by her eyes. They are a very light blue and very pretty, as she still is. When you see her it is kind of amazing. She does not look her age, to say the least, or act it. They didn't write the song "Judy Blue Eyes" about nothing!
God bless for those who lost they're lives in the civil war,ww1and 2
This song with the mezzosoprano Is one of the best
FROM onceaking: OMG! This is so beautiful. It gives me such peace. Thank you for posting this masterpiece.
FROM geoffrey1610: She was the true queen of this song. I don't care how many people sang this. She will be the queen and no one will ever take her place. Let her live on forever!
this is amazing!!!
Wow, amazing.
a gift!
Like the song with great lyrics and sweet melody! A very touching words and great singer!
There is no mention of god in this song, there is only love and grace!
To all my bro's, I think of you always, miss ya guys......AMF
Very beautiful voice. Thank you for uploading.
beautiful! thank you
Superb.
what a voice
Love you Judy!
bailinnumberguy 3 months ago:
This might sound made up, but I actually heard Judy sing this song the day before on that very stage in rehearsals w/o the choir behind her. I happened to be biking around the mall and heard some pretty sounds coming from that stage, so checked her out. There were maybe 150 people listening. To hear her gorgeous voice coming out of those huge speakers was an unforgettable, spine-tingling experience.
an angel sings...
All Lives Matter Mary full of Grace
Beautiful
So moving❤️
FROM empathicgirl: When I first heart this, Judy's voice brought tears to my eyes. Never have I heard a rendition of this song that sounded so free, so pure. The choir just adds to this song's beauty.
FROM Alejandrino7: I am a Boys Choir of Harlem alumnist and I remember this performance. Where did you get this footage? it brought back many memories.
BEND YOUR KNEE, LOOK UP , THANK GOD FOR EVERTHING, ESPECIALLY FOREGIVENESS, CHANGE YOUR HEART, ITS ALMOST OVER, PRAISE YOU JESUS, THATS WHAT HALLELUJAH MEANS, PRAISE YOU JESUS, AMEN.JERRY
bless the Lord !
Awesome..
Most Beautiful I have ever experienced
Gods Angels sing this through you Judy
suits your voice better then Red River Valley
Exquisit!
JUST AWESOME
love the song
Choir is the perfect background
I play this monumental hymn on a dulcimer every Wednesday during a church and communion service at a convalescent center.--Tom Reilly
Nice song
FROM: prysmith37: Glorious. the implications of this performance and what all the participants represent in their personal histories reduced me to tears.
pure silk
most beautiful version god bless america
beautiful'
Incredible I have goosies
Super!
How lovely...:)
Why do people only sing the first verse the rest is AMAZING as well
wow.......
WOW
wooooaw, ...
One love Jesus.
Well, that is what we hoped for in when went into battle. I hope we would survive
Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful
Dam.......
do watch the movie 'Amazing Grace'
It shows a lesson to all how a few can change the world of mans crueltyto one another.
K Austin I have not watch it yet. But I certainly will.
cornelisvz 2 years ago
Yes a world filled with wretches... I know I have to do better... :-( Thanks John and Judy