Andy Griffith - Darlings - There Is A Time

[@kennethestes4741]

Makes me cry too now with the passing of 7 decades now all the family gone I guess my time to wander is past too. Sure was fast don't blink young folks thats all

[@SandCat6]

Rodney Dillard is still alive and performaning.

[@Carl-yu7hd]

Words of wisdom young folks it will fly by you will soon wake and ask where did it all go.

[@KarlNapf-o8n]

farewell

[@thecamnder9802]

do you know god if not here's a quick gospel you are a sinner by gods standers . have you every lusted ever lied ever stolen? by these 3 of the ten commandment's you are guilty on judgement day just one makes you guilty turn from your sins by fowling god with all your hart you are old take hold and sever the lord whale you can because time is short Jesus is coming back one day he rose again from the dead so you can trust him

[@kennethestes4741]

@@thecamnder9802 I broke all of them except murder but yes I know Jesus he is my savior and I try to maintain a relationship with him thank you for caring and God bless

[@bstapleton3248]

It’s so great Griffith introduced all of America to the beauty of The Dillards.

[@terriecotham1567]

so true

[@williamwalker3974]

RIP Maggie Peterson. 1941-2022. She sings this song so hauntingly beautiful that simple words can't describe it. She was as beautiful as she was talented. Maggie, you will be missed.

[@pamelacross5154]

Yes indeed she did I agree with you 100%

[@brightmacsworld8353]

Collins just goes out to her family and friends and new her and the cast she worked with

[@newmanoutdoors1564]

Amen .

[@jvharbin8337]

Str8 ⬆️

[@lynellrattler5549]

Rest in Peace Charlene Darling 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿😢😢😢😢😇😇😇😇

[@thedillards]

Thanks for featuring this iconic version of our song. Consistently one of our most requested when we perform live!

[@chaplainjoseph4444]

Thanks to you all for all the great music you've provided for everyone.

[@tammygregory3331]

My favorite ❤️

[@jameswebb9659]

Thank you for the wonderful memories. Charlene's vocals really grab a hold of my heart. RIP Maggie

[@billyholly]

I always treasure the episodes where you guys came on!

[@lindapoplin4473]

Just beautiful and nobody could sing it like Maggie. Never will. 💖

[@Paul_R1206]

I heard this song when I was about 10 years old. Now since I’m 54 it hits much harder because I understand what’s going on in the song. It reminds me now that I have more years behind me than I do ahead of me now at this point. 😢

[@gizmo4774]

Yes it does. Wow. I'm 54 too. I'm really feeling this song.

[@issstratton260]

But I hope, whatever you have left, you enjoy. ❤

[@Paul_R1206]

@@issstratton260 Exactly now at this point. I moved to Thailand this year and sold everything I had and got my divorce. Now I’m just trying to enjoy what life I have left.

[@issstratton260]

@@Paul_R1206 Happy Trails. 🥰

[@PtolemyJones]

RIP Charlene Darling... this is the time.

[@gothard5]

Had to come back and watch this again after I got the news. RIP Maggie Peterson.

[@chrisblack6331]

For those who actually understand the meaning of the song, they should have at least one tear in their eye. Especially those of us who have seen many years. Funny how you really don't or maybe can't appreciate life until it's almost over.

[@quennymcdonald771]

ABSOLUTELY AMEN😭

[@quennymcdonald771]

@Aaron Digby 😊❤aww i love the darling😂😂😂😂😂git it in where you can fit it inlol i almost forgot about him saying that..lol ty😂😊❤

[@louisbernard1687]

@@quennymcdonald771 mm

[@quennymcdonald771]

@@louisbernard1687 😊🙏 mm

[@bertpar68]

Very well said, and sadly, very true.

[@angelas3864]

Thank you for posting this video on KZbin! 😀

[@debbytinklepaugh8561]

I believe all children should be raised on this show.

[@mishca5116]

Well, my 2 sons are in late teens but we spent their younger years, as a family, watching every episode of this lovely show. I agree 100 percent.

[@rickfricano]

This is the greatest tune done on the show.

[@yolandajohnson8685]

Rick Fricano "Little Wooden Church" is a nice song sung on ANDY's show.

[@gracewhite2496]

I love Dooley

[@scotnick59]

YES

[@Jackson-iy6bf]

This and Dooley

[@KonElKent]

Sourwood Mountain is pretty much the reason I learned to play guitar at all...

[@Unit38]

"There is a time when leaves are falling, the woods are gray the paths are old". I was a young chap back in the 60's when I first heard that. Today, I am 57, those words mean one Hell of a lot more now.

[@johnshaft5613]

LOL...I'm 58 sir, and I know EXACTLY what you mean...

[@betsybrains]

Sweet seasons of life. The song shows a courageous and loving embrace of the heartbreaking beauty that Life itself hammers onto our souls from birth to death. I.e., Took me 30 years to stop tearing up over the beauty of clouds. Yep. Just clouds. Love and pain are crippling, in the most fortifying way.

[@johnshaft5613]

@@betsybrains "Sunrise, Sunset" has exactly the same effect on me....

[@betsybrains]

@@johnshaft5613 Total 10.4.

[@daviddoyle543]

@@betsybrains I will just go outside and sit. Listen to the birds, the wind blowing through the trees. Watch ants as they work. I just tune in to the world around me..🌈

[@tthomaselli2]

I never knew that this was an actual band on 'The Andy Griffith Show'. After finding out that it was The Dillards when I was in middle school, I was like "Let me check these guys out & see what all they have in store for me as it pertains to their music--even though they're 30-something years before my time...". I've listened to a few of their songs, watched their other appearances on 'The Andy Griffith Show' & liked their music, ever since.

[@rebekahpennell]

If you’re listening in 2020, you’re a legend

[@manofculture467]

Yes. yes I am.

[@DTomplait]

2024❤

[@Smokesteve]

@@DTomplait And beyond!

[@JeremyFritcher]

Yep. Here too😊😅😮😢🎉😂❤.

[@garycooper9115]

2024

[@tinyyogis6260]

As black & HIP HOP as I am, I FREAKIN LOVE this song!

[@terriecotham1567]

music can cross time and space never a big fan of Rap, But then came across AFFRO Man, ? spelling and perhaps I had never hard good rap and now he is on my Play List, Check out a Country Artis call Charlie Pride

[@cavecookie1]

Well, great music transcends time and genres. Bluegrass music is very often misunderstood. As this song shows, it can be very expressive and emotional. One of the great things about Andy Griffith was that he gave musicians a national showcase.

[@goldpet66]

I love the moment when Andy stops playing and that expression of wonder and appreciation comes into his eyes... Something tells me that wasn't planned. It was too genuine.

[@brendafrasher8746]

I absolutely agree!

[@alriney5098]

I thought it was just me. I noticed, too. Just added to their awesome performance.

[@garywhitt98]

Your intuition is correct. The writers were going for a laugh (hear the laugh track when Mr. Darling wiped his eye?) but Andy Griffith sensed the writing was off and changed his character’s physical and verbal responses to match the gravitas of the scene. In so doing he turned a brilliant musical performance into one of television’s most poignant moments.

[@Kelly-tj8xv]

Oh me too. I love the song but every once in a while I’ll pull this video up just to watch Andy’s reaction.

[@Kelly-tj8xv]

Sad that they’re all in Heaven except the band member on the far right beside the brick wall, and “Opie”.

[@Daehawk]

My wife loved when The Darling sang on the show. She passed this year after our 31 years together. No day is ever the same again. I miss my little soulmate. She would love this. She probably saw this ep.

[@bonniekeough244]

Heart broken

[@johnyguerrero5120]

I'm so sorry for your loss

[@HeySarahGurl]

I’m so sorry for your loss 💙

[@StephenSchusterE]

My wife and I are going on 30 years...This broke my heart. Stay strong!

[@riverratrvr9225]

Oh sweet soul! I really want to tell you that you are LOVED!! GBY!!

[@joshuadarden7200]

I grew up watching Andy because of my dad. What a different time in America.

[@johnegli1308]

When Andy stopped playing. He knew he was witnessing brilliance.

[@stevepotocin9501]

One of the greatest musical moments in television history.

[@thejazzman210]

In this angry, pissed off world we live in today, sometimes you just have to go off to yourself and listen to songs like this. If it brings a tear to your eyes, then you know you still have feelings and compassion. Songs like this keeps your heart from turning to stone.

[@GreaserLivesMatter]

Amen

[@ggaggagga4]

WELL SAID! I agree, completely. The haters cannot win unless we allow them to steal all our joy in life, just as they have already surrendered it on their own...

[@simonemunoz5402]

Yes lord i have been hurting all day watching the show wanted to hear it again and again

[@jb111082]

It's amazing what good ol' bluegrass music can do to soothe the soul.

[@christianjohnson5379]

It's no wonder why Briscoe Darling cries because of the song

[@arthurloux6438]

This is the stuff America needs to get back to. Quality just pure quality.

[@nilla003]

Is it too late?

[@robertortiz-wilson1588]

​@@nilla003no...

[@RolandmaddogDeschain]

We never left it.. it's just not on tv anymore. Look up Michael Cleveland if you want to see a modern version of this.

[@subliminallime4321]

People still play this type of music. If you're not hearing them it's because you're choosing not to.

[@lucialamprey2690]

I always loved the shows featuring the Darlings. Thanks for this.

[@katetessier4223]

I'm 68 years old I grew up in that era and every so often I played this video, it's absolutely beautiful. The Dillard's where amazing musicians. Maggie Peterson had a beautiful voice and I believe that Andy Griffith was actually touched by that song. Miss that quality in Television

[@tristandombroski9677]

I've had this song on my mind for 27 years, and I want it on my mind for the rest of my life.

[@michaelharrington75]

When Andy stops playing guitar to just listen, you know it's a moving song.

[@norternredneck]

Best song the Dillards ever recorded and Maggie nails it perfectly. No other singer sings this better than Maggie does

[@thedillards]

She certainly nailed the definitive version.

[@Jacob-he3sn]

I’m actually watching the show again and noticed for the first time that later in the show (season 5 episode 24), Andy is seen singing/whistling part of it too. He does it well, but it’s not the same.

[@ConnorAaronHodge1776]

This song and Dooley are tied for me

[@musicman201047]

@@Jacob-he3sn That's from the episode, "The Houseguest", with Jan Shutan, who was also Lt. Meara Romaine in the classic Star Trek episode, "The Lights of Zatar".

[@ttc99wilson]

I agree, is this the only version ever recorded? I'd love to have this version on my playlist.

[@GMEMD_SD40-2]

I thank God every morning for allowing me to be raised in Surry County near Mt. Airy in the town of Dobson. It was so much like this when I was growing....Andy Griffith captured that area perfectly.

[@3810-dj4qz]

This was always one of my favorite scenes in the entire series.

[@cathysewell9970]

I'm a classical pianist, and know technique. I think a lot of people do not appreciate the technique required for instrumental Bluegrass. This is a great song, and the vocal harmony gives me chills. I love it!

[@donraczak817]

I bet you love Yanni, too. I so admire your training and other masters.

[@great-ok-good]

I know it doesn’t mean much but my new favorite genre to lull myself to sleep by is Bluegrass

[@brendafoster4712]

same here...my hubby was a classical pianist, too❤ and felt the same way about bluegrass, which he absolutely loved...music was his life❤

[@troyoswald5683]

it is so hard , you are so right

[@judyjae6022]

I'm also a classically trained pianist. However, I write and compose many genres of music. The Dillards exemplify the beauty of bluegrass music! 🎶

[@maoberryful]

Watched this episode a million times with my Dad. I still get goosebumps when Andy slowly stops playing and is just enthralled with the moment.

[@margaretgarner853]

Yes!

[@billysutton3337]

I'm so glad Andy's comment was included on this clip. I agree with him wholeheartedly.

[@jennslifeinhuntingtonwv2678]

Me too 😊

[@marthasdavis]

When Andy stops playing and gazes toward Maggie, it is pure poetry! I can’t get enough of this song.

[@finbofamo5401]

I’m 16 years old and even with all the technology and shows and music around at this current time the Andy Griffith show is one of a kind and hands down one of the best shows out there to this day and people just don’t make music like this anymore it makes me wish I grew up in the 60’s where I could see just what it was like in such an amazing and Unique time in history

[@billywashingtonsr2896]

The 1960s and 70s were in my opinion the best years of my life. The Music was so wonderful and peaceful living was a normal thing every day. There was a Time indeed When life was just as this Beautiful Song describes it Etc. Etc. Etc. I can listen to this song forever.

[@KnuckleHeadGarage27]

Same man and I'm 25

[@brendafoster4712]

it was fabulous and wish you could have been there, too, but then you'd be getting on in years like we are...I truly believe we are all meant to be born when we are...there's a reason for everything ❤

[@brendafoster4712]

​@@billywashingtonsr2896 same here, billy...

[@brendafoster4712]

I still watch Andy Griffith to this day and have seen every episode many many many many times (maybe hundreds of times) and never grow tired of it...saw them all from the ground up and can't imagine my life without The Andy Griffith Show in it ❤ It makes me happy to know that someone as young as yourself also enjoys watching Andy Griffith and all the characters living in Mayberry!

[@maxolack8753]

I was in the lobby bar of some hotel in Chicago when I heard a house band playing this song. It chilled me and gave me goosebumps. When I asked what the song was, I couldn't believe this was the source. Never know what affect your life will have.

[@amadeusamwater]

I'm almost tempted to have someone sing that at my funeral.

[@razmataz31]

Charlene's delivery is perfect. She leans into the tempo just so. I love it.

[@robertcottrill7356]

I love than song

[@lloydkline7245]

Joe Niederberger i love charlene

[@lloydkline7245]

Joe Niederberger i love Charlene, she loved Andy Taylor

[@vanmoody]

The actress would tour with the Dillards and sing this song back in the day.

[@lloydkline3265]

Love Charlene the original Charlene, popular name today

[@deadenddude]

I love the way Andy just stops and listens at 1:23.

[@Denvermorgan2000]

I think he was caught up in the moment because she delivered one heck of a performance she put her heart into it and it showed.

[@deadenddude]

***** That is awesome thanks for sharing that.

[@francisphillips53]

deadenddude me too..

[@johngilliam8843]

It's true though, "we need a fire against the cold."

[@johnnypastrana6727]

deadenddude ....yeah, doubt Andy was faking it there...in that moment in time.

[@NipItInTheBud100]

The Darlings weren't on this great show often but when they were they sure did make an impact!! This is my favorite rendition of this beautiful song!!!

[@eloiseockert9233]

They always seemed to want to be part of the Taylor family. Charlene wanting to marry Andy. Then Mr. Darling wanting to marry Aunt Bea, then when Charlene had Andilina wanting Opie to be her groom. Phew!😛

[@MaryHeimonen-zi3uk]

Always loved this talented group. The boys were great conversationalists. Very out-going. 👍😂

[@freeguy77]

There 'was' a time when Maggie was only 23 (1964), when performing this outstanding ballad! I never heard a better song on TAGS than "There Is A Time." Rest In Peace, dear lady. You made each of those 6 episodes, far brighter, funnier, and exciting to watch from your presence and attitude. I remember one episode where you whistled with your fingers in your mouth, just like a man! Your songs had a message to them, no more than in "There Is A Time" ("The Darling Baby" episode, aired on Dec. 7, 1964). She lost her husband Gus Mancuso last Dec. (2021), him 88, after 43 years (1968). Very common for the surviving spouse to follow within 2 years, and in this sad case, only 5 months. Margaret Ann Peterson Mancuso, 81 (Jan. 10, 1941 Greeley, CO - May 15, 2022).

[@LarryWhite-kw5mj]

The world will miss her.

[@jamespeddycord4705]

There is something about her voice and the innocence in her look that captures that era. Having seen these shows on first run and in comparison to tv today the contrast is unbelievable. I lived in homes that looked like that here in the south and was exposed to music like that in the Appalachians. I listen to everything from classical to metal but thoroughly love the honesty and purity of bluegrass and mountain music. Truly one of the greatest songs of the genre. I think for just a moment there Andy was thinking" and here I have been dodging her all this time. ". These images are now in dusty memories, the sounds fading in our ears. But here on YT we are still able to access them for now..

[@scottward7813]

Well James, all I can say is that I wish I could write like you. Great and thoughtful comments

[@TheSpock23]

"Having seen these shows on first run and in comparison to tv today the contrast is unbelievable" Unbelievable indeed. Today's TV and culture is just a step above a steaming pile of Rhinoceros vomit.

[@jamespeddycord4705]

@@TheSpock23 not above that pile at all... I just watched some woke tv garbage that proves there is nothing lower than whale shit...only because it sinks to the bottom of the ocean.. where the program writers feast.

[@sandralutz6991]

Andy Griffith was one of those shows that educated. wish the world was still like this full of upstanding men and women.

[@wesleyshepherd8971]

maybe another place, another time. 68 yrs. old miss the old days. even my time in nam.

[@walkaway6353]

@@wesleyshepherd8971 "even my time in nam"... I hear you brother. It was hell but I would not trade it for nothing. I went back in 2016 some 50 years later and made peace with it. Then met my sole mate and got married. Now I have a big beautiful family. Who say's GOD doesn't have a since of humor. PEACE Brother. I give you all my blessings.

[@wesleyshepherd8971]

@@walkaway6353 congrats. i dont think about that often. have great memories and some not so great. at least we came home. brother.

[@brecolborn4046]

Me too...

[@rebekahdemary7638]

I heard that Andy Griffith was not a very nice person but he did encourage The Dillards to play and promote their music on his show. I guess he was a fan of the group.

[@mustachesupremacist9224]

We'll never have this again.

[@CasinoMan2005]

RIP Maggie Peterson. Everyone loved your character Charlene Darling and also fell in love with you too. You will be missed by all.

[@ncfeline]

We love you Maggie. Rest in peace.

[@patrickdaly5068]

Wow, just wow. I will never get tired of hearing this music or seeing the episodes of Andy they were on. The music is awesome, and the episodes are hilarious. This song gets you in the feels just like Andy’s expression shows.

[@Bunny-8889]

To think the Maggie aka Charleen Darlin , had never been a singer !!!! We love the Darlins music ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@billrandolph5375]

reading some of the comments about this song kinda gives me a feeling that they're are still some good, decent folk out there. In my humble opinion, everything you need to make a success in life is in The Andy Griffith Show.

[@ANGELSLVME]

Amen

[@SandraNevermind]

Amen, friend.

[@gracieroo7793]

amen to that

[@dylanburgess9464]

yea may God bless you

[@johnboy7856]

Bill Randolph I'm sure there's so many more good folk out here than you think Mr. Randolph. Sadly, though, it's the bad side of the world that gets most the attention and gets glorified. But us decent folk...we're still here. God bless you, friend

[@donnaa4668]

I grew up in north carolina, sitting on the porch listening to all the talented ppl around play their beautiful instruments and then they'd tell stories and laugh. It was a great time.

[@no_handle_required]

I binge watch Andy Griffith on netflix and remember when tv was worth watching.

[@Starmix-off-the-floor]

us too, this is the best thing to watch after a stressful day.

[@bigdickdudley9119]

Twilight zone too

[@sandyball2006]

Same here. I take a lot of ribbing from my husband and kids but Mayberry is where I go to relax.

[@Thrallmack]

Doing this right now.

[@bobbygeorge9964]

Yes

[@nathanstrickland8692]

When you get older, you look back on your life. You are forced to see regrets, and bad choices we have made. You long for the simple life of days long gone. You see family and friends that have passed. You see people making the same mistakes you have made. I tell my son all the time. It's not intelligence I speak to you with. It's the voice of experience, and that is worth more than anything.

[@rpfoxslfox]

The Andy Griffith show is still hugely popular. I've seen every episode dozens of times & never tire of it. It was a different & much better world back then.

[@DirtRoad83]

I still watch it every night while i go to sleep

[@riffmaster56]

Bluegrass at its best. Unmatched and unmatchable by todays standards. When Andy quit playing to just watch, listen, and take it in says it all.

[@garyheaton4791]

I agree with Andy, "I believe that's the prettiest thing I've ever heard." Always loved this band, especially when she sang with them. Thanks for posting it!

[@caseysimpson1806]

Yes, sir.

[@RaceChapman]

Charlene is so gorgeous and her voice is stunningly beautiful. This performance is just perfect, I wish there were more like it

[@thedillards]

On our channel we have her singing the song with us from 2019 - none of us are 23 years old but it is so heartfelt.

[@pj3679]

That TV show has always been my favorite TV show ever. I used to watch it whenever it was on. Nothing on TV these days is as good as the Andy Griffith show.

[@WanderingRoe]

It shows on TV sometimes. They also have it on Netflix if you've got it.

[@Pontiac65Cat]

Agreed. I’m 36 and I watch this show all the time

[@MegaJustGeorge]

I couldn't agree more, friend - this is truly one of the best television shows ever.

[@75216garrison]

This show and I love Lucy are the Best.

[@theoriginaldab]

Mon thru Fri at 6-7pm on MeTV... And I think it's on TV land in the afternoons Monday through Friday for a couple hours

[@ht8259]

Now that’s the prettiest thing I ever heard

[@Travelin_Man]

Andy loves this song so much he plays small sections of it in later episodes on his guitar. You can hear it from time to time in other episodes. Fun fact

[@keithmuncy2165]

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever written by two of the greatest bluegrass performers of all time. "The woods are greener over yonder the path is new the world is free"

[@thedillards]

Thanks Keith! Means a lot.

[@fernbear3950]

@@thedillards Hey! I never expected that I might ever get to see y'all around here. You guys were one of my introductions to lyrical bluegrass, and I grew up loving that and folk music (in fact, pretty sure I'm here today in this comment section because I was seeking out some lyrical bluegrass). I'd be a third generation effectively raised on this music, and getting near a fourth to add to the legacy. It feels so much like reaching back in time a bit, and I'm so glad I have the opportunity, but thank y'all, to absolutely all y'all, for the life and light you brought into the world. I have my six stringer now, and my first ever stringed instrument -- my banjo, and I'm learning a little more, bit by bit. Hopefully someday I can join the ranks of those bringing that kind of music and light into the world. I certainly know what kind of an impact it had on me. :) Thank you.

[@scootermom1791]

"Haunting" is the best description for this song. I love this song, but it's also one that makes me want to cry.

[@scootermom1791]

@@fernbear3950 My granddaddy was in a Bluegrass band probably in the early 1900's. My mom always told me I got his talent for music because I could (and still can) play things by ear on the piano when I was very young, and on violin later. Music has had a big impact on me my entire life in one way or another. I'm glad I inherited the bluegrass gene from my granddaddy. Lol 🤠

[@russlehman2070]

The lyrics are beautiful poetry, and the melody fits them perfectly. It's a masterpiece.

[@MisterWensleydale]

Had the good fortune to meet Denver Pyle in 1979. I was tending bar. He was there with some friends and drank Dewar's and water. Tipped me $10 for one round! I asked him if he still played the jug and he said it had been quite awhile. He remarked on how the Andy Griffith show had held up over the years. Very nice man.

[@stephenjones8928]

This song is a mystical mountain masterpiece! Charlene brings it down to earth and takes it home. I'll never tire of it.

[@thedillards]

Thank you!

[@GeorgeMKaneLive]

She had a great voice, and was a great actress! RIP Charlene Darling. I will continue to rewatch this show for many years. 🙂

[@AmericanRebel.Crusader]

Very good song. How is this video already 17years old time shout is going on by fast. God bless everyone

[@dorightchristopher116]

Wow. Hearing her sing that song brought tears to my eyes. Thats was absolutely Beautiful. BRAVOOOOO

[@marymccullough9840]

Always have loved the pure and clear voice of Charlene’s delivery. Absolutely beautiful !!! And “oh that harmony “. Wow.

[@ncfeline]

Brings tears to my eyes also.

[@darrenpm9604]

I love how Andy stops playing and just listens.

[@feverdreams17]

As a child I watched this show with my father every night before bed, and this song seemed so sad for me, and it made me tear up when I heard it....I didn't hear this for years but found myself humming this tune a few weeks ago, and searched for it, finally finding it here. My father and I loved this song.....he's been buried for five years now...and whenever I hear it...I still tear up.

[@byronbenguche]

Me too.You're not alone

[@Goblin-ee4og]

Fever Pitch I tear up to when I hear it. I grew up in the south. This song reminds me of those golden summer days long dead and past into darkness forever. Many memorys well up. And Im taken back to times I can never revisit except what little scraps I have in my mind. And I can see the seasons rolling bye over the years again. And the creek filling back up with the spring rains before summer. And the long grass rolling across the plains in the wind. It brings it all back. Then it all dies again when the songs over. But I can always revisit those golden days in the South with this song. May your memories live on through the ages friend. Have a good day.

[@SunBunz]

Bryce McRae Damn...that was beautiful. (sniffles) truly!

[@Goblin-ee4og]

Thank you.

[@artlee2285]

Bryce McRae You sir have a true eloquence. Made me feel cheated because I never lived it. Beautiful words beautifully put.

[@brendenmyers1711]

She really did have a really beautiful voice Rest in peace Maggie Peterson

[@cardlink62]

Now I believe that's the purdiest thang I ever heard.

[@michaelcummingsherrera1232]

sho 'nuff!

[@paul4utica]

Taaaaarnation, I beleeve yer' rot!

[@billymeadows101]

🎵 There is a time.. for love and laughter.. the days will pass..like summer storms.. the Winter wind will follow after but there is love.. and love is warm.. there is a time for us to wander.. when time is Young and so are we.. the woods are greener over yonder.. the path is new the world is free.. there is a time when leaves are falling.. the woods are gray..the paths are old.. the snow will come when geese are calling.. we need a fire against the cold. 🎵

[@sabufifi]

Thank you for the lyrics

[@myssipowers3752]

Poetry set to music

[@quennymcdonald771]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@jefferychoice8156]

Song of a lifetime

[@williammills3632]

RIP Charlene. This song is yours always. Thanks for giving it to us

[@tomc.7520]

I always agreed with Andy, that's the prettiest thing I ever heard. RIP Maggie.

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Beautiful and profound, something lacking in a lot of modern music. Andy Griffith brought blue grass to the masses and we are better for it.

[@tonytune4342]

Always loved when the Darlings came to town. Brisco gets all teary eyed and has to wipe away the tears and sits there looking down at the floor with his shoulders slumped . Then,the most touching moment of the scene is when Charlene looks at her daddy and comforts him by putting her hand on his shoulder at 1:45 . Now,that's just about the prettiest thing I have ever seen. That young lady loves her papa. Maggie Peterson , cute as a button , wonderful singing voice and a very fine actress.

[@johnqueeney9077]

There is something so special about this entire thing. The way Andy stops playing and his comment at the end seem so genuine. Even the camerawork and the way Charlene hits her marks seems flawless. I wasn’t alive when the show was on but am fortunate to get two reruns a night! Episodes featuring the Dillards quickly became my favorites. I’ll never grow tired of it and will now watch it again!

[@karliahkingsley1280]

One of my fondest memories is sitting in the living room and watching this with my grandmother when she was still kicking. It’s the small, peaceful moments you cherish, you know?

[@sharlottewoods2451]

Andy Griffith should have been president of the USA he had a great answer for everything God. Bless him

[@markcobb6561]

I absolutely love this song. Maggie Peterson and the Dillard's were amazing together.

[@thedillards]

Thanks Mark!

[@cmm2145]

I love Maggie Peterson’s movements, dances, and facial expressions when she sings.

[@grammrene]

Beautiful performance by all the group. The Darlngs (Dillards) were so very talented. Andy blended so wonderfully with them. This is my very favorite song by them together, although I loved every single time they sang together.

[@dorightchristopher116]

Mine to

[@moniquemack8268]

Mine too. I listen to it here all the time.

[@thedillards]

Thank you!!

[@bradfordsmith5942]

The cresendo/day cresendo in this performance reveals how talented they really were. Flawlessly executed!

[@virginiaclark2476]

Those boys can really pluck Those instruments. Very talented. Charlene has a sweet voice. Sweet song too.

[@gypsybaby3196]

The boys were an actual bluegrass band

[@mozartbabe]

This Alabama woman has loved this song since I first heard it when I was a kid and my granny was playing an "Andy Griffith"rerun. During this period of corona virus turmoil, this song is a joyful reminder. I am an American professor who's temporarily in Kurdistan, Iraq, and this song brings me joy always!

[@malachitestorm5269]

This made the hair on my arms stand up... It is absolutely beautiful.

[@brizziebri5636]

Same

[@marionburden6960]

Malachite Storm YES!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@hilariosolis3206]

I think I love her

[@willkiser2674]

marion burden agree honey.😙

[@fritzy1819]

They need to have kids watch this series as a school class.

[@richardheudorf2245]

One of the most iconic scenes in television history. It hurts to know that only one person in that scene is still alive. 😢

[@kamrenkeim9968]

Well I believe that’s the prettiest thing I’ve ever heard

[@longrider42]

I do believe :)

[@tannerphoenix9694]

The lyrics of the song gives true definition to the meaning of Poetry.

[@Estherssgc]

Being a secretary for a college English Dept., I found the poets liked country music because it is or was poetic.

[@marionburden6960]

Tanner Phoenix ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@willkiser2674]

marion burden . Good ol mountain music right Marion? Can listen to it all nite.

[@thedillards]

Thank you!

[@jekoch21]

I have three grown children, my role model in raising them, was Andy Taylor. This song is awesome by the way. No show from that era has aged as well as this one. So relevant.

[@WelshWarlock]

what a great untainted song. I wish for times like that again.

[@unclepacky3926]

I with you on that theres pockets of good folk and musicians still but also a walmart down the road too......

[@bethwatts5527]

My favorite Andy Griffith shows is when this family was on so darn funny but innocent the music always set my toes ta tappin and just makes you smile and puts you in a happy mood

[@StromburlyRedux]

I was raised on Bluegrass, and hearing this song 15 years after I first heard it is mind blowing. What a song.

[@Toddster-fo9bv]

folk music and blue grass is so under rated, its very honest to the core and this is the attraction, i would much rather be around real country people than fake big city money spinners who only worship greed

[@lonecrapshooter67]

Good old tunes. Wish things were still like this...whole world's gone to crap

[@SurfCityBill]

I just listened to that 10 times. Maggie Peterson is enchanting.

[@ncfeline]

Rest in peace Maggie. May GOD always bless your memory. Keep singing!

[@deannlauderdale7495]

I watch The Andy Griffith show every day, I know all the words to all the episodes. I'm only 51 so I guess I'm old!

[@greeneyeslinz]

Charlene had one heck of a voice! Loved when the darlings came to town! RIP Andy and Don Knotts! Two legends of my time....they just dont make 'em like this anymore! :(

[@soberup5017]

Yes indeed Andy it is the prettiest thing we've all ever heard After 53 years later still nothing compares to this God bless the Darlings

[@thedillards]

Thank you!

[@normamcmanus1139]

The lyrics are just beautiful by themselves! “Darlene’s” singing voice was just made for this song, too! Wonderful!

[@charlesbauer6075]

I agree!

[@heatherjamieson4295]

@@charlesbauer6075 Charlene. 😉

[@normamcmanus1139]

@@heatherjamieson4295 Thank you for correcting me!

[@gm2282]

I'm going to play this for my mom it's one of her favorites she doesn't have much time left ❤

[@lynnbuczek8151]

I used to sing this while my brother played guitar, I miss him, I love you Rick🤗🌄

[@workoutmom2b1g]

I watched Andy Griffith as a kid...I started watching it again recently. I didn’t remember all of the music!! 🎶❤️✌🏽

[@jeffisbell1635]

RIP Mrs. Maggie! At this point I've been hearing this all my soon to be 59 yrs. on this earth! It's a favorite and reminds me of the bluegrass I grew up with around my dad.