"Summertime” by Willie Nelson
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Lyrics:
Summertime, and the living is easy
Fish are biting and the cotton is high
Your daddy's rich and your mammy's good looking
So hush, little baby, don't want you cry
It's May 2023 and Willie Nelson is 90 years old. Still playing his guitar and singing to all of us. This man is an American icon! God Bless You Willie!
Yes 💯🥳
I absolutely love hearing Willie sing and strum Trigger. A definite highlight of my day!
There's no need to explain to him that, "in summertime trains run every ten minutes" 1:03
Since 1969, Nelson has primarily played a Martin N-20 classical guitar with a Baldwin Prismatone pickup. It's as fancy as you'd expect a Martin to be. It isn't very highly decorated, but its top is Sitka spruce, its back and sides are Brazilian rosewood. Nelson met the nylon string Martin guitar in 1969 after a drunk destroyed his last guitar. Nelson bought it sight-unseen and gave it a name. “I named my guitar Trigger because it's kind of my horse,” he explains. “Roy Rogers had a horse called Trigger.” 2:13 [Range of Sounds; Rolling Stone; Stringjoy]
The guitar wielded by Willie Nelson, Trigger, is one of the most recognizable and well-known instruments in music history. He purchased the Martin N-20 nylon-string classical acoustic guitar for $750 in 1969. Trigger is currently valued at around $800k-900k dollars. It is assumed that this item was manufactured between 1969 and 1972. 3:13 [FuelRocks]
I'm an old man, 75 years. I play this on my guitar every day in hopes of rising up like Mister Nelson my hero. 6 years and still learning. Season's Greetings all you pickers
This is very good my friend!🤝🏼
Power to you brother......
Back at you sir! I know picking has enriched my life
good luck to you my good sir
59 years & doing the same ;)
Wow, I have to say, Willie really gave this song some justice. Great version. And what a legend this guy is.
The song already has had its justice. Hahaha, Willie's version is great too, but honestly so many great musicians have performed this well to their distinct gifts.
The world is so much better with Willie Nelson's music and presence. May you entertain us for many years to come.
What an INCREDIBLE rendition of one of the greatest classics in the history of American music !!!. Stunning.
I agree! I loved this musical rendition more than any other I’ve heard so far, and his voice fit the song perfectly! Wow 🤩
Indeed...
I have been a fan of Willie for many years. Been to many of his concerts.
I agree! I just recorded this song and had to hear Willie's version.
Grew up in central Scotland listening to Willie nelson in the background through ma da, I'm 50 this year I'm still listening, an American legend, a brilliant guy
Willie Nelson was born April 29, 1933 in Abbott, Texas. He just turned 83 years old and he's still making great, classic music. Happy birthday Willie Nelson. I'm grateful that I've been fortunate to see him in concert a number of times since the 1980s.
That’s great. His 87years old . I hope you still listening to it now ?
i wonder if he still smoking weed
1933 will make him 88 not 83.
@@skippserrano6771 the comment was written 5 years ago
And he is the first man ever, to outsmoke Snoop Dogg! What a Legend.
I love this man. He stands for all that is good and touches hearts to make them softer. Thank you Mr. Nelson.
Yeap +1! 👌👍
These are the right words to describe and appreciate Mr. Nelson! Thanks a lot!
Brings to mind his role in farm aid!
Willie has always struck me as a man who's simply refused to stop learning. He has never stopped growing as a musician and his vocabulary expands year by precious year. Thank you, Willie! We love you!
We do!
Dudes got a voice like fine whiskey, love it
So true bro...
NO! more like a voice after someone's HAD too much whiskey.
can't agree more!!! funny he seems to have always been old...sheer class..always loved him !!
Yep. He seemed old in the 70s. lol
Like moonshine
The way he plays the guitar is masterful. It’s very simple, chord wise and note wise, elementary really, but he just drags the guitar, beautifully artistic, total control and pure expression, rich and colourful. His singing is the same. It’s as natural as walking and breathing to him.
My best friend died 19 years ago when she was 19. Her older brother, a hardcore punk, started listening to old country music about then. He grew out his hair just like Willie’s. Everyone has a way to cope with life. This song rings true for so many. Summertime and the living is easy…
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox I’ve been a fan of Willie a long time, listen to every form of music. Good is always good and the best are never forgotten.
I have no words to describe the greatness of Willie and the beauty of this song, congratulations Willie, you're great among the great.
Thank you willie nelson. Just an honest voice playing great music. Love and thanks. So humbled
I never thought of you singing this song Willie but your beautiful country voice can sing anything with such feeling and truth it touches me every time. Thank you from my heart 🤗😊
He's gotta be in the top 5 most iconic voices of all time. God bless you man
What a voice , fantastic arrangement ! marvelous guitar bass piano , no words to express my gratitude , BRAVO , BRAVISSIMO mr Nelson !
When Willie passes his guitar should go to The Smithsonian Institute as a National Treasure.
That's the plan.
Nice to hear. I hope so.
MsPrincesspaulina it's name is trigger and he actually plans on being buried with it!
John Barsetti I didn't know that. Thank you.
If it is Willie's wish to be buried with his guitar then that must be where his guitar goes (the Egyptians made that assumption) It ain't going anywhere else other than to rot in the ground. its a shame it can't be put somewhere not only a national treasure (as has already been suggested the Smithsonian ) but a world treasure, such is Willies worldwide appeal.
The old man, his guitar, his song and a concentrate of life's emotion. Thank you Nelson for this moment.
I love the way he’s just like causally,”hey lets do summertime” and makes one of the best recordings of it ever. Go willie love you so much.
brilliant !!! Willie still got it, not only that but he gave this song a whole new life !!!!!
I want to thank God for Willie Nelson and for allowing him and I to both be Texans by the grace of God!!!!!! The Rio Grande Valley loves you Willie!!!!!!
topnotch956 texan has nothing to do with the grace of god. all equal in his grace we are,
we are alk equal in gods grace my friend.
I'm from the Rio Grande myself! Harlingen TX to be exact. Willie and trigger are awesome
Like an old wine he gets better and better ...sings simply the inner truth....wonderful ❣❣❣
i love how his guitar looks, its as weathered and experianced as he his.
drew peacock Shut up
drew peacock it's going to go for millions if he or his descendants decide to sell it
And its name is name is Trigger
You know that he bought that guitar new in the late 60's for 700.00
I was thinking to make that guitar a tatoo
Trigger really knows how to play that gentleman.
80+ and still goin' harder than most anyone half his age.
👍🏼👍
+AGENTARMES How right you are! And so ironic that you say 80+. Because, when I first heard him was in the 1980's, and I fell in love with him and his music immediately. After waiting decades, I finally had the ultimate pleasure of seeing one of his live shows. I would love to once again have the opportunity to see him live and I would do so in a heartbeat! But, it was such a fantastic experience that, if I suddenly won "Front Row" tickets to one of his concerts (within my heart of hearts), I think I would be compelled to give those tickets away to somebody who has never, or would never, be able to afford to see him otherwise.
83
it's the cannabis
It sure is a wonderful and magic herb, the sooner it let free back to us all, our world will be a better place.
He could sing ring around the rosey and have a hit with it!!! He's fabulous!!!
Sometimes I forget how much I love Willie, and then I hear something like this. What a fucking legend.
Just when I thought I had heard every rendition of this classic Gershwin piece, along came Willie Nelson. WOW.
Hello
Hello pretty 💖
Hello how are you doing
Lost Merle, the day will be as sad when we loose Willie! An american icon, and a hero to our daddies and us. A living legend.
saw Willie last week, and he did a great tribute session to Merle, awesome!!!!
Just goes to show that good music and good weed is medicine for a long and happy life. God bless Willie Nelson.
Legend...indeed he is...willie & trigger...very humble man and universally loved..
The best version ever. Thank you Willie!
Excelent ! Simple and so nice to hear , bravo mr. Nelson ! What a voice ! Thank you very much
I love this rendition. Willie never ceases to amaze
Mr. Willie Nelson , a spectacular singer . The older the better . Hugs from here in Brazil .
This is true 80+ we will ALL be seeking his beauty secrets. From the USA thank you Brazil 💓💓💗💞💞🔌🎯💐💐
I am so disappointed I waited this long in my life to listen to Willie...
Exactly how I feel!
My friends used to go see him every year back in the 80/90s And I couldn't be bothered I've seen him twice this century but missed his Outlaw shows.
its all downhill from here
Don't be sad you missed out. Be happy you found him. :)
Man you’re missing out on good music
His timing is unbelivable!
& phrasing!!!!
This has always been one I’d my favorite songs, magical somehow. Now that I’ve seen Willie do it, no other version will matter.
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox Oh, only about 40 years. I had to grow up a bit in order to appreciate both who you are and the music you make. Now, you’re a pillar in the structure of who I am. I’m just so grateful…
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox Unfortunately, no, I haven’t. Boy! I wish I had. I don’t do many concerts. One of yours would be so great. Ever come to central NC?
Many Happy Returns, Mr. Nelson !
Words cannot describe just how talented this man is. He has written many great songs and entertained us for more than 50 years. Thanks Willie
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox 50+ years
GOOD LORD, WILLIE! Wow!
Holy weed! Never have enough of this guy and his authenticity
Willie Nelson wins the Grammy for this CD !!!!! in tough competition with Barbra Streisand, Bob Dylan , Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban. Increible pero cierto.
qué buen dato!!!
Love all but I agree his version of Summertime is authentic and Willie! Sure he has felt summertime blues. Well deserved T.W Canada
Willy and Trigger, the greatest duo in music history. My ears will never hear this song again without hearing your soulful performance. Absolutely breathtaking.
Alright !!! Excellent job by Willie !!! Nobody could perform this great song any better , and i love that old guitar !!!
+Bryan Jeske That guitar is a symbolic representation of the many miles and long, hard years of Willie's career. Because it has been through it all with him! I wouldn't even want to guess how many thousands of songs he has played on it. (To anyone fortunate enough to ever see his show, that guitar is part of the thrill! Everyone looks for it! It needs to one day be put in the Smithsonian.) In a way, that guitar sort of helps to tell Willie's story: You don't get that old and beat up without having seen a whole LOT of GOOD times!! (And thrilled a whole lot of people along the way!)
+ThatsTheWayWeRoll Yes indeed !!! Both Willie and this guitar are legendary !!! Wish i could have seen him perform with the Highwaymen !!!
That had to be one heck of a show.
Really so amazing of him in playing guitar and writing his song. Love all of him and his voice is incredible nice to be heard. Thank Willie.
Hello pretty 💖
My favorite song ever, this brings tears to my eyes, I love Willie Nelson, God bless him.
I love Ella and Louis when it comes to Summertime. But damn Willie you make it sound just as good. I love your take and your guitar is beautifully played.
An amazing, beautiful rendition of one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Willie Nelson is an sublime artist and we are blessed by his contrabutiion to the music in our world.. 🌹🌹☮️🍀
Some people find JC like he himself was missing. Well, let's face it, he is a bit of a mystery. A friend shoved an LP in my hands when I was 17 and said with a stern face,- listen! I'm 60 now and still listening. Willie, you are one of a kind, the kind I like. Proud to say I've seen you perform live 5 times throughout my life. Summertime sure is easy when listening to Willie, but then again so is fall, winter and spring!
Happy Birthday Willie! 89 today 4/29/22
The most under-rated guitarist on the planet.
+Bill Valiontis Under-rated.....? He is the best for us.... and I also love his look so much!
Willie is well-known for his guitar-playing. Rolling Stone made a list with the 100 greatest guitarists of all time and he was the number 77.
I was lucky enough to see you twice in St.Louis . Once with Leon Russell. So many years ago. All I have to hear is one note from your guitar and I know who it is . You are an American Treasure !
Excellent Willie Nelson -- Simply Marvelous Vocals Willie ! Thanks Buddy ! What A Legend You are !!
numero uno... 10,000 favorite Willie Nelson songs... this one is number one thanks y'all
still .. been hitting the top 500... this is my favorite 💖😍
PPP = Passin the ✌️ Peace Pipe Pass it on Please 🙏
If I watched this video 1000 times more, it still would never be enough.
👍🏼
I so totally agree.
+Manon Van Leijen That means you have excellent taste!
+Manon Van Leijen The day we wake up and hear that we have lost this wonderful man will be the day when my heart breaks in two.
+ThatsTheWayWeRoll i sent a link of this song to a friend who is battling cancer right now. He said every time i hear Willie's music i'm uplifted. The man means so much to so many people.
the power of Mary keeps the soul from rotting...ask Willie....
One of my favorite Gershwin performed by my favorite Willie. Love you Willie.
Willie~ I don't if you ever come on here to read your messages of love sent to you~ But I truly love you ~ I've grew up with you in my house ALL my life~ I never knew why people used to cry when Elvis came on stage until the first time I saw you back in the 70's ~ I knew the moment you walked on stage~ I was just in AAWW of You~ I love You Dearly~
Hello pretty 💖
Hello how are you doing today
Как спокойно на душе от такого исполнения...
В основе украинская колыбельная - Ходить сон попід вікном. А далее Джордж Гершвин. Сделано очень хорошо.
Maybe the best comment I've ever read.
Love Willie and I love this song !!
Hello Jane, how are you doing?
Thanks, Willie, for showing us how to age so gracefully: Taking the changes that happen to our bodies and using them to bring new, even better resonance to our work. My goal is to emulate you as I keep goin’.
Dear Willy is so versatile , his playing skills are wonderful 😀 and all on a his very well used Guitar.
Enjoyed listening again to bring back a memory. Only Willie sings it best. Stay safe & well. Love Ya! ❤️🥰👍
Came here after reading one of his quotes in the book ‘The Magic’. Being a musician myself, I HAD TO immediately search for him on YT. And Im so glad I found this. Would be blessed if in his age I would be performing the way he is!
This man gives you hope to go on as long as he has and that we will still be able to enjoy still playing music 💓
Oh, my dear Willie Nelson, how nice is to listen your singing! Fortunatto e are the ones that had and have the chance to hear your sweet voice. It goes till the bottom of our souls. Thanks, my dear and stay well!
Hello pretty 💖
Willie Nelson makes the world a better place
Raw, passionate, and beautiful ... Thank you, Willie!
Willie's iconic American ganga guitar!
That beat up old guitar sounds more full an amazing every time I hear it, as well as wily himself
Beautiful song, one of the most beautiful voices I know, this is quality music !!!
Thank you ! for this beautiful song! love you Willie .
Hello how are you doing
Love listening to this man sing!
Hello Carole
Hello pretty 💖
Hello how are you doing
oh man , you taking me there where i belong , love u ......
Eterno Willie Nelson. Sempre, sempre, sempre bom demais.
Willie (and Trigger) sing Gershwin: A Testament to the Manifest Destiny of AMERICAN MUSIC!
Brilliant rendition of this classic !!!!!!
Willie Nelson's voice has such a beautiful timbre...
The first time this man caught my attention was in the 1980's. I was living in Virginia and would turn on an OLD wooden, 1960's "hand-me-down" radio that sat atop our old refrigerator, and listen to music and weather reports every morning, while I got our son up and ready for school. That is when I discovered Willie Nelson! ("You Were Always on my Mind" and "Angel Falling Too Close to the Ground") They both spoke so deeply to my heart. And, from that point on, I was a devoted fan. I had to wait 30+ YEARS to finally see him live, and when I finally did...I cried throughout his entire performance! If you ever have the opportunity to see him perform, please don't hesitate. You will always be happy and appreciative that you did!
I've seen Willie a couple times. Wille RULES!
He's the man! Go Willie! I'm right with you in age and spirit but you fly!
Hello
Hello pretty 💖
@@Walter_Nicolas hello
@@nancyhoke3379 How are you and where are you from if i may ask?
Hello how are you doing
Nobody has Willie Nelson's timing and song presentation. Always unique perfection, impossible to copy.
Wow still singing & playing! Want to know how old that guitar is???? GOAT!!!!
Thank you for that wonderful version of summertime!!!!! I love it so much.
What I love most about Willy Nelson is his music is so honest. No echo. No compressor. No effects.
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox Thanks for your kind words. Only has a couple of years. I have always hated country music as I am a huge jazz fan. But the honesty in his music has really changed my mind a lot. And I also love The Petersens here on KZhead. They are well worth watching.
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox Unfortunately not, but I would love to see him live.
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox No. 😊
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox No problems. You can add me.
@Willie Nelson official fan inbox Hello. I've emailed you. 👍🏼 👍🏼 👍🏼 😊😊😊
That guitar is like most of Us. Worn, wounded, but in God's hands still fit for its job.
Absolutely you're right! How was your day today Eva?
@@williamsfox8740 thanks for the support it really means a lot to me ♥️
@@willienelson6218 Is my pleasure can you add me up on WhatsApp?
@@williamsfox8740 what's your WhatsApp number?
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Willie Nelson is the Gift that keeps on giving- Love His Music- Long live Willie Nelson !!!!
Summer is coming.Tampa Bay never easy for me. Your guitar sounds beautiful
SIMPLESMENTE LINDA ESTA MUSICA.ADORO ESTE CANTOR. ELE É UM DOS MELHORES DO MUNDO.CURTO ELE DEMAIS.
That's what I called classic stripped down to a well used guitar beautiful. No pretense, all real and personal period. Thanks for the upload. Mr. Willie Nelson is a major influence musically socially and in all just a great gentleman.
you can only get that vibrato in your voice after living and loving so much.
Just fabulous!!!!🎶🎶🎼🎼🎶
I usually sing this song .... but all I could do is listen and sway to this version. Thank you...
@@Andybetz.99ciao Andy! 🙋♀️😍😘💘🍀
Just discover this gem! Absolutely great to hear this great tribute of Willie to great American music !
Perhaps the best 'summertime' I've heard till now...so much genuine passion, vocal & instrumental. Thank you Mr Nelson and bless you Sir.
He's just great, soooo beautiful. ..😃
There are more than 25.000 recorded versions of "Summertime", and this is probably within the top 5 versions ever, with legends Janis Joplin, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone.
urosh007
urosh007 you forgot Sam Cooke!!!!
Shit, even I covered it. It's a fun song!
YOU MUST LISTEN TO BILLY STEWART'S VERSION !!!!
ps... Willie's version is FANTASTIC !!!!!
Love this mans music for sure.......
Human warm person shacked my hand, once in my life time moment to remember ❤😭
Hello @Anne Dahl