Abby The Spoon Lady

[@Babs7355]

People with good educations and family backing fail everyday. Abby is happy and successful with a pair of spoons. An American treasure.

[@tomaszwojciechowski6652]

Babs7355 and crystal meth

[@rogert5360]

Is she she has four kids she walked away from to play spoons

[@jak6744]

Roger Tayfel really how do you know

[@TheTuellfamily]

@@rogert5360 , how do you know she has four kids that she walked away from? The documentary didn't mention that (unless I missed it).

[@packingten]

@Joe Tell em brother some of these shitbags are FOREIGNERS NOT EVEN BORN HERE!.

[@chrisstevens3801]

Abby instantly seems so likable and intelligent. So genuine. Such a lovely human to watch. Thank you for your amazing energy, Abby.

[@gothicbunnie]

It's a good feeling to know that talented, kind, wonderful, people like Abby still exist in the world.

[@finnpalm9951]

I mean, I've seen people make rythms with spoons before. But Abby makes music. I absolutely love it. Thanks for contributing with your art Abby.

[@ginac733]

I love Abby, she's real and amazing. She makes rich celebrities look lame!! Wonderful Lady with much class and talent. God bless this sweet lady!! 🙋♥️✝️🇺🇲

[@caryulmer5578]

Aside from obviously being talented, this is an intelligent, articulate lady. she's bound to help make good changes for everyone.

[@TheScytheMoron]

I only see a person destroyed by drugs ...

[@hootertexas9711]

Be specific.

[@lonelozer0334]

Some of y'all sound terrible, she's turned her life around, and is doing better , Y'all don't known her story .

[@sandraharrison5441]

HoldMyBeer How do you know? She never said a thing about drugs? You must feel guilty!

[@sandraharrison5441]

Google Replier You’re an idiot! She never said she sinned! That’s YOU!!!

[@lisaishii6829]

I admire you Abby, for being real. There's nothing fake about you. Keep on playing spoons and blessing the world.

[@SuperThad1]

She should really lay off the crack.

[@janicecoleman8173]

Crack doesn’t rot your mouth like that, that would be meth, hence the moniker meth mouth…SMH

[@remkojerphanion4686]

If there's one person on the planet who personifies "what you see is what you get', then that has to be Abby, moreover, she has the guts to put herself out there. Damn, I wish I had some "Abby" in me...

[@chloejones5050]

@@SuperThad1 ​ @Janice Coleman she looks healthy and as if she hasn't used for years. If only your simple mind could imagine the horrors one might have to endure to turn towards such coping mechanisms.

[@remkojerphanion4686]

Dear Abby, you and the guys are truly the salt of the Earth. The 3 of you bring rays of sunshine to an otherwise cold hard world, and that is priceless!

[@TheDaryl54]

And we're so lucky to have them here.

[@LaughingManLaughs]

She is a national treasure and must be preserved at all costs.

[@weenfain]

I don’t think people realize what amazing musicians they are.. absolutely incredible

[@dewilew2137]

Why wouldn’t “people” realize this? We know. We have ears.

[@kiloton1920]

I don’t think you realize how much you want a cookie 🍪

[@steec6713]

@Park Justin they are saying, that they are more superior than us and know more than us mere mortals

[@TheDaryl54]

@@dewilew2137 But, Dewi, YOU listen and understand. Not everyone is like you. ❤

[@electricmagnetic]

I wish I was half as happy, grateful and talented.

[@redwolf7929]

You can be ,just takes practice

[@leelowe4388]

Amen Amy your awesome!!!!!!!

[@JVCPhotography]

The world needs more Abby’s.

[@LP-MeAndMyShadow]

No. Once they made her they broke the mold! She is truly amazing and it's wonderful that she turned her life around. She is an asset to society not an A$##()/_€ in society. Kudos to you Abby!

[@mandytoczylowski8060]

Joey C Wantd2 "like", ur comment, but at 111, I decided I wudn't mess w/it!!😁

[@flowjoe23]

the world needs less apostrophes

[@jasonpason4172]

Yes with dental insurance

[@pompom7x728]

YES 🌺

[@thebigeasy4913]

Abby is the epitome of what internal happiness is. It's people out there that's filthy rich, and yet are nowhere near as happy as Abby. She is the blueprint on what happiness really is. I hope she gets everything great in life that she desires. STAY AWESOME ABBY!!!

[@LazyD45]

❤

[@ritabrooks6086]

So true

[@christielawrence4640]

Well said.!!!

[@Jomama02]

In answer to your handle: You can trust Jesus above all others!

[@joystickricksherrell774]

Glad she found her place in the world. We needed her to be here in this place and time. God bless you Abby.

[@richardwysocki8300]

Philadelphia senior citizen here. Love what you are doing and what you have to say. It brightens my day knowing there are people like you out there. Peace and prosperity to you and yours.

[@redwine30]

My 90 year old father stops by my house after church every Sunday and we watch KZbin videos.. I showed him one of yours last week and he loves you! Thank you, you're awesome! We live just outside Detroit, MI:)

[@nadinefroderman157]

I am glad Abby is living her life her way. I love that she is unpretentious and humble.

[@larryrhindress2972]

I love this women!!! She is real, honest and what we need to make our world work much better! Nova Scotia loves Abby!!!!!

[@dougbeard3402]

No shirt, no shoes, no teeth, chillin on my couch. It's what I do. So much respect for this lady.be true to yourself to he'll with the haters.

[@ellenmarch3095]

As a percussionist, her timing is amazing.

[@echofoxtrot2.051]

And she's super relaxed doing it. She's so unassuming and yet so talented. Love that realness. She's herself. And she's amazing!

[@freefree5453]

I used to see her in Nashville! She was just so natural playing and could play while she held a conversation- really something to see & hear

[@TheDaryl54]

You must have loved running into her and the guys. She's kinda special. So are they. You are too, for appreciating them.

[@Holloway81]

Shes so adorable and humble! Spoon on lady! You're an inspiration!

[@nastybastardatlive]

A man would never call her adorable. Maybe with some teeth she would be for some men.

[@Holloway81]

@@nastybastardatlive lol sure alright keyboard warrior. Build folks up. Don't tear them down. It doesn't make you better then them.

[@dianabreaux9006]

@@nastybastardatlive your not so hot yourself there guy so u don’t have ANY room to talk about someone else. She’s a beautiful lady and with teeth she wud look even more beautiful.as hard as it might be for u to understand, not everyone only considers looks.

[@lloydll]

I fell in love with this band when I saw Abby and Chris Rodrigues playing Angels in Heaven. This video of Abby talking about her life just added an amazing back story and I have so much respect for her and her ability to make people happy. I have an elderly Uncle from Missouri who played the spoons and the banjo, sadly those skills will probably die with him. Rock on y'all!

[@TylerDan]

If you actually felt sad those skills "will probably die" with your uncle then you would be learning those skills for yourself.

[@AeareL]

Why don't you have your uncle teach you the skills?

[@davidpfeifer9489]

Tyler Dan Shut up, not everyone has rhythm for all u know he’s spreading the word though

[@inthecards7535]

Me too. It definitely rivals Tom Waits version of Angels In Heaven. I absolutely love it

[@adriel7257]

Check out Artis the Spoon Man. Hes the original from Seattle. If I am not mistaken I believe Sound Garden's "Spoon Man" was written about him

[@newlibertarian139]

When you blank your mind to everything, you begin to see things in a different light. Abby shines like a star and so do all that touch her.

[@shonepalmer7039]

I hope to see you all one day.. no matter if it is a bar, the streets of Asheville, or in my kid's school cafeteria. You all are a treasure and I love the music you all put out. It wouldn't be the same without the spoons!

[@desertsunshine]

I can really respect that. "I felt my life was over, but really, it was just beginning"

[@lovorka3321]

I felt it

[@inthecards7535]

I love that she's keeping a dying art alive. Your the best crazy spoon lady

[@Bluewolfdude]

I wish that there were more folks like you.

[@MissTinkerbification]

I have Cape Breton heritage. The spoons and accordion are staples of our music. She's a fantastic player!

[@petelouis5516]

People can be judgmental and rude about things that they know don't really matter but there are only 2 reasons for that, social pressure & insecurity. You're a very strong & lucky person if you don't feel bound by either of those. Beautiful lady Abby, Your talent & your heart shine.

[@Jesuslovesyou929]

You are ab-solutely right...😂

[@mylabelle6436]

Sweetheart you came into yourself and now just look at you and the beauty you've brought to the world.

[@MrPeterJacob]

The complete joy that fills her entire being as she plays is absolutely beautiful.

[@cyndifoore7743]

Peter Jacob yes, that’s the basis of this video.

[@corrinnegarfield2460]

Where did this video say she had kids she abandon?? Or are u just being an asshole?

[@Brunnen_Gee]

Gotta love when you see someone doing what they love. It's been probably 30 years since I've seen someone play spoons in person, I'd forgotten how elegant it is.

[@katbow5922]

Honest straight up music from honest straight up people. Talent and joyful. Thanks🎶🎶

[@jmcoffeecat7]

Miss Abbie, you are a treasure. You're talent lifts the spirit and your rhythm makes even a shy person like me wanna get up and dance.

[@TheDaryl54]

You, coffeecat 7, may not be in a position to scatter happiness in the same way as Miss Abby, but you, too, are a treasure. Don't let anyone tell you different.

[@wmrustycox]

It only takes a tiny spark to start a fire and amazing humans like Abby are the kind of sparks this ole world needs more of ! God bless you Abby... keep on keeping on !

[@traviskessinger9822]

Some of my family from past played spoons, back in a time the family got together sang, danced for entertainment! I can never thank them enough for the memories! Music is magical!

[@TheDaryl54]

That's wonderful. Probably not many around these days who have memories like yours, and can say that.

[@wdbreezy]

Asheville is on my bucket list of places to visit, if only to see Abby perform.

[@r2t238]

Its a beautiful place!

[@wichita1960]

I loved Asheville when I visited my aunt and dad there 45 years ago. I remember my dad and I walking around downtown and uptown because you were always going up a hill or down. My aunt lived on Hillside street and it was aptly named. Would love to go back.

[@louieallen6758]

It's a gross place

[@wdbreezy]

Louie Allen In what way ?

[@firedawg1998]

I just returned to northen Ontario Canada from a motorcylce trip through the usa. Unfortunatley ashville is indeed a sketchy place. With the crazy amount of locals congregating at fhe gas ststions and stores. Its was the first place that we watched ekach others bike while going into pay for gas. Groups of what i could only describe as, definatley unemployable folks flooded these areas throughout the city. Had uncomfortable feeling in most areas. And left sad that i saw no sign of Abby.

[@mrcrud5]

I love this. Really articulate lady. Really well spoken. She's inspirational

[@Blacksheep-Ba-Ba]

"Spoons"! I love you girl! It's crazy that when we are young we try to leave home and explore the world. We want to see everything and go everywhere.. As we get older, we always return HOME! With warm, fond memories of easier times.. I too had a REALLY HARD TIME during covid. I lost my family and had no where to go. It does put things in perspective.. things I never noticed before.. you are a good soul! Best of luck to you!! 💗💗

[@sheilabarron7206]

Thank you Tongal for sharing the life of Abby and the band There are Brilliant people all over the World

[@barrewilks1011]

THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS, WE LOVE ABBY AND HER BAND AND I'M PRAYING AND SHARING ON TWITTER SO YOU WILL GO EVEN MORE VIRAL THAN YOU ALREADY R, MY FOLLOWERS JUST LOVE YOU GUYS LH&R

[@jsmyth024]

AWESOME STORY!

[@cherylschumaker1366]

Shared love this lady and the band

[@Full_monty]

These guys are dope

[@dianacarter8204]

What a cute lady! I love when she smiles the happiness shows in her eyes i.e. a real smile!

[@celebratingtheclassicswithearl]

Lifelong songwriter, musician. Very inspirational indeed. Thank you

[@reablack152]

The world send's Abby all the love and good thoughts and positivity and love again!!! You are awesome Abby!!! Much love and respect!!! I am so impressed by your TALENT! Love from Romania, Europe!!!

[@josephwinder6878]

Most of today's artists could learn a lot about talent, true beauty and integrity from watching this.

[@mr.rodriguez3908]

Through your tears and struggles you have found the strength to bring smiles and joy to others. You are an inspiration. God bless you Abby. 👍

[@icksickyuck]

She’s just so cool and authentic.

[@marypatmuich2130]

Thank you for Abby's back story. What a national treasure!

[@echofoxtrot2.051]

I'm really glad your life wasn't over!! You are a gift that we never would have had. Thank you for all you bring to this world Abby!

[@TroyStafford69]

Abby's are not a dime a dozen,,, wish there were millions of people like her that are just REAL and honest. Ty Abby

[@masonclay7216]

This is a dying trade plz keep it going

[@shadiahmad9986]

This was never a "thriving" trade lmao

[@MrSapper21]

Beautiful video and Abby is an incredible person with a beautiful soul.

[@deinpapa3769]

i would fall in love with her , if i would be older

[@downiemcsyndrome8067]

@@deinpapa3769 Bollox

[@downiemcsyndrome8067]

@@deinpapa3769 isn't it Banchod?

[@thelastnuttycracker3357]

RakkasanMedic 101 all the way

[@lovelana3595]

@@downiemcsyndrome8067 he spelled it correctly & your use of "bollox" is actually a respelling of the word "bollocks". 😉

[@chrisadams4291]

A genuine person is hard to find, God made Abby and her friends genuinely good people, dont stop, y'all are great!!

[@jeffpuglisi8204]

I had the privilege of hearing Abby and the guys in Asheville, wow they were incredible, so much talent, and so wonderful to listen too.

[@kathleenmuchka2559]

During WW II my father learned to play spoons, jug, squeeze box, along with flat footing on ship. All his life he tried to find Dag Campbell from South Carolina, the man that taught him.

[@sarahatanasio1337]

That's a lovely story.☺ You should write it down sometime.

[@wordzmyth]

"You are currently experiencing a random act of culture"

[@williamharris5126]

☺

[@robertacurrell8786]

❤️😁👏 Bless her, a very talented & well spoken Lady.

[@CreepyTrendMan]

Love

[@brookeschmidt6737]

This woman is so full of vitality for life and living

[@olgahagigi]

You are Queen, Abby! This is how I see true, genuine, simple and wild American culture. Look at you guys, you are so talented and inspiring, this is amazing. I hope you are happy with your life now.

[@josephpolaski5835]

I’m glad I found you. I didn’t think anybody played the spoons anymore. My grandfather use to have friends over that played them. You got on new fan Abby in Pa thx!

[@edklenotich5232]

Abby, You are Soooooooo talented that the world needs to see you for who you are!! I love music, however my love is 70’s through 90’s rock. As I get older the talents of peeps like you make me open up to other possibilities. Thank you for being you!!!!!!!

[@estellepatella2520]

Real people making real music doing real things. I like it.

[@originalkangarootoo]

What a lovely piece, and oh at about 9m30s my heart was in my throat. Abby, I'm so glad you found the independant and talented and intellectual woman you always were and were meant to be.

[@larryimboden9759]

Abby is a highly impressive lady who has mad, mad skills playing the spoons. The first time I heard her play on a KZbin video I was blown away! I love her and her fellow musicians and I truly wish her well. Keep playing the spoons, Abby! You have talent. Please keep sharing your gift. 😊❤

[@Sbuddworks]

The fly by night rounders? Fantastic! I learned the spoons inside in 83. Beautiful!

[@blueaquos]

Does she know how incredible she is?!?! She is so skilled!!!! I’m just sitting on the edge of my seat in awe!!!!

[@zack4423]

“I picked up spoons because I was hungry.” My senior quote

[@beatriceparish2091]

Abby your rythme is impeccable I love it and you are very talented

[@Dobroman07]

So glad to see that you have yourself a car and a place to live. God bless you spoon lady you did good!

[@chrismoody1342]

Bare foot with a hound dog. Fits perfectly. I happen to love buskers in pretty much every genre. Music can speak to people in a one of a kind way. Years ago I ran across one in New Orleans leaning up against the wall of a building. He asked if I would like to hear a song, yeah hoping for reward. He had no instrument and broke out singing some soulful song you’d expect in NO. Accompanied by nothing more than claps, slaps on his knee and patting feet. It was astonishing, and I rewarded him accordingly.

[@barbaradouglas2143]

I love watching her smile. She has pure joy spilling out with her spoons.

[@colettewaddell8362]

I love this lady and her outlook on life. All three of these musicians are amazing!

[@DeadlyDanDaMan]

Never give up on life. You NEVER know when your life might turn around and it could be the greatest thing that's ever happened to you. It might not seem like that at the time of all hopelessness, but it's true. Never give up.

[@barbibutton9619]

From AA - Don't gggiuve up 5 minutes before the miracle. :)

[@djay6651]

Fell into a career while being in essence, a hobo. Almost sounds like a story from the Depression. As far as buskers go, I think they add to the culture of a city. My wife and I lived near Savannah Georgia and we would go down to River Street just to check out all the street artists and musicians. It's a tradition that the city embraces.

[@LadyIarConnacht]

When people talk about capitalism, I really do think about tiny enterprises, buskers, delivery guys, freelancers of all sorts. I think it's very important for people to be able to support themselves in the thousands of diverse ways they think up. Government always wants to destroy the little guy and promote the huge corporation.

[@SharonCreamer671956]

Oh, yes, I can't wait to get back into my farmer jeans! I lived next door to a family that had a good portion of their land set aside for a large garden. That was my first experience to having freshly grown carrots, corn, zucchini, strawberries, asparagus, etc.. I love watching food grow. You plant a tiny recycled seed and you get -- stuff!

[@ryanmcewen415]

I grew up in Ottawa Canada. We have a festival every year called "the Busker Festival" bank street and sparks street would fill with musicians from all over the world. Jonny Cash played on the street once. Back in the 80s It's one of the things I miss most about my home town

[@SharonCreamer671956]

@@ryanmcewen415 I live in the City, now, but, I grew up in Town right next to here. We have a music festival every August and we have another music festival in which name bands play on the weekends all summer long. I like to push the arts. Arts is where the money is, as far as I am concerned. Maybe your Town/City needs more local pubs. Music is fun!

[@ryanmcewen415]

@@SharonCreamer671956 I live out in the country now. No buskers because they go to the city! I honestly wouldn't trade country living for buskers for all the money in the world. I like my peace and quiet. Buskers belong in cities.

[@BritishGeezer]

A hard life tells a tale, one that most of us would not survive.but this beautiful soul learns to make music with spoons , and shines through from the enjoyment she brings. I would love to meet this lady and learn her lessons of life.

[@cathygaddy4929]

I was fortunate to see Abby the Spoon Lady with those spoons. She is amazing. Keep up the good work. The street music in Asheville is something I look forward to.

[@kimliebal8031]

What a awesome woman and just so happy!! I love the music. It just goes to show you money doesn't by happiness. It's the joy of music and it breaks down all barriers!!

[@triggertownherovincentg2664]

I am glad I stumbled across this video

[@megandzoesmom6573]

Same.. I swear I've never heard of spoon playing in my life I don't even know how I got to this video oh that's right Deliverance the little boy with the banjo! Lol

[@jamesoconnor2226]

TriggerTownHero VincentG me too she motivated me to play spoons

[@robertarnold9594]

You're right, Abby. You're life was just starting. May God bless you and your talents! Glad I found this video!

[@kgriff55]

I live in southern Indiana, right on the Ohio River. How i wish i coud see Abby play in person & meet her! She seems so centered, so kind..so talented! I wish u nothing but the best- keep on smackin those spoons girl!😊

[@marriemesman9558]

My mom could play with spoons too........sweet memories. Happy with simple things🙏🏽⭐️❤️😇

[@tyronin6504]

There is so much more to Abby than I ever thought.

[@NoKamalaIn2025]

I love hearing this lady play spoons. I do believe I could listen to it all day

[@virginiaconnor8350]

Just discovered her not too long ago, but feel as if I've known her ages ago! Must be the folk tradition in me that made me want to check her out and the music makes me happy!

[@johnbuschman8815]

Your baby is soooooooooo precious!!! I love e his or her little face!! Always love this baby!!! Take care, Joannie

[@kevinarmstrong7469]

Lord almighty, I came from a small backwoods town but it was so refreshing seeing you play for that school and not a single kid was on there phone. I love the back woods hard earned work for a living mentality. Pray for the kids of the new age!!!

[@badnight533]

Always thought spoons were for someone who wanted to wanted to be in a band bit couldn't play anything, then I found Abby and and she slapped my opinion out of me in a godlike manner

[@nigelcarren]

This video 'stirred' my emotions! 😉 Bless you for following your heart... I wish more folks would look at the falling sand in the hourglass and do the same, for in life... we don't get to flip it over!!! Bless you from an English musician making armour in a French forest. 🇬🇧⚒️🇺🇲

[@dariazarina4557]

I’ve been watching her for just about a year now I ABSOLUTELY ADORE HER AND FIND HER TALENTED AND WHAT AMERICA IS MADEOF GOD BLESS HER checked your content and subscribed

[@fleurishadvisors232]

Love seeing everyday community leaders actually leading! Collective cooperative action is powerful and we need to focus on doing more of it. We are the ones we've been waiting for.

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

Abby is so deeply involved and has such joy for life. I know she loved the road, but that is such a dangerous & difficult life. I'm glad she's found a community.

[@joaocordeiro5089]

Amazing band! Your a beautiful and brilliant lady. Thank you for keeping a dying art alive.

[@MistressAliceD]

Abby is beyond amazing with her spoon talent .

[@misskitty8510]

I was hooked after watching the first video about a year ago!! Extraordinary lady and amazing group!!! 😎👍

[@alanaderrick316]

Wow, really cool story Abby. Awesome talent playing the spoons and great job for standing up for your fellow musicians and making your town a better place.

[@codyantrim8700]

I love their band and she is my absolute favorite. They're all amazing I really like the voice on the singer too. "Angels in heaven gonna know my name". I love that one .

[@kimatkins3973]

Love watching the Spoon Lady!

[@Thankful_.]

Kim Atkins me too! What an inspiration she is! 🙂

[@theelliotts1785]

Thanks for letting us see into your soul. You are a beautiful person. If only the world had more people like you, Abby.

[@elainebussell3102]

Still watching her a year after I discovered her. Her and I alike in a few ways 😏 she's AWESOME!

[@dianahutchison3432]

It looks like you’re going somewhere! I don’t know where , but I sure am proud of you guys! Love you guys!

[@agitadora60]

Abby the Spoon Lady doesn't need to live any dream, she's wide awake and living life a day at a time. God bless her.❤

[@barrydaffern5628]

What an inspiration you are Abby! So glad I’ve been privileged to hear and know about your life!