BEAUTIFUL!| FIRST TIME HEARING Kris Kristofferson - Loving Her Was Easier REACTION

[@MichaelRivera-x4q]

Guys he was the one who wrote For the Good Times that Al Green covered. He's one of greatest songwriters ever

[@susieterry9099]

RIP to the man who wrote ALL the songs. I love that man with all my heart. Thank you for all of the music.

[@KarlBAndersen]

He was an Oxford scholar, a defensive back, a bartender, a Golden Gloves boxer, a gandy dancer, a forest-fighter, a road crew member, and an Army Ranger who flew helicopters. He was a peacenik, a revolutionary, an actor, a superstar, a Casanova, and a family man. He was almost a teacher at West Point, though he gave that up to become a Nashville songwriting bum.

[@sysanfo]

Don't forget that he was a star on the movie Convoy

[@pandorafox3944]

Thank goodness for that. ❤😊

[@GavinPasco]

Underachiever hey?

[@Markrealguy51]

Is it true his father was a general and that they disowned him for not pursuing his military career?

[@rickfortier8664]

@@Markrealguy51 Jim Morrison's dad was a US NAvy Admiral.

[@lonfowler9843]

Wife picked this as "Her favorite Song" in 1980. We played it in 2020 for her funeral. My first time to hear it since. Sorry for the bummer, but heartfelt thanx for playing it. "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it ever happened at all."

[@howardroth3700]

One of America’s greatest songwriters. His early stuff from the 70s is amazing. Will make you feel what he is singing

[@JamesSmith-ti5jc]

Your Next Kris Kristopherson Song Should Be Why Me👍👍

[@user-gt2uf8cq9y]

To Beat the Devil, The Pilgrim: Chapter 33, and Sunday Morning Coming Down are the songs of his that are better with his haggard voice than the many other fantastic singers who covered him. When he was a failure, he was the greatest failed songwriter of the century.

[@Chris.Davis.2]

One of the greatest songwriters of our time.

[@sockedupjuice]

My favorite song by Kris Kristofferson - "Why Me Lord". So Beautiful

[@MPeckins1]

me too. it moves me to tears. i'm a recovering addict

[@wyd3428]

This is my favorite…. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6WkaHhtpceIrdUsi=qPQdrAj1zruJStAy

[@junebug_tx2305]

'Silver Toungued Devil' is my favorite Chris song. His movie 'A Star is Born' with Barbra is wonderful.

[@redtick79]

"Help Me Make it through the Night" is a song he wrote and released, but was made famous by a female singer Sammi Smith. Beautiful.

[@billwicketvogel1787]

Kris is the GOAT. You will be amazed of how many of the songs he has written were performed by other artists. I think upward of 600 songs.

[@pandorafox3944]

He is much more than just a Highwayman. Kris Kristofferson is one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th century. A Texan, an Army veteran and a Rhodes Scholar. Absolutely brilliant. His duet Help Me Make It Through the Night 🔥 with his ex wife Rita Coolidge are just incredible. Sunday Morning Coming Down makes me cry to this day. Great video guys. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@kimberly3131]

Try to watch the live version. It's so heartfelt, it makes me feel like I'm spying on them.

[@pattigaudet8662]

A fabulous songwriter, including this one. Also a Rhodes Scholar with a Masters in English literature.

[@tigerprayers2824]

And a military vet and an actor...

[@edwardcates5344]

,,,and a helicoptor pilot

[@ApproximatingSoda]

Good for him

[@jayhank5838]

He is a brilliant man and has accomplished so much in his lifetime.

[@teej0813]

Kris is known more as a songwriter than as a singer. But sometimes, his voice is just perfect for the song. You might enjoy watching A Star Is Born, starring Kristofferson and Barbra Streisand. Great movie.

[@nolantomlinson7554]

Possibly the most poetic song ever written by anyone.

[@paulweiss3818]

I will always stand by my words when I say that Kris Kristofferson is the Bob Dylan of country music.

[@tpatrick44]

That’s not bad! Never heard that before. Agreed 👍

[@disdainjames]

I’d give it to Townes Van Zandt but Kris is definitely up there. We lost a huge talent and an incredible man

[@MPeckins1]

My favorite songwriter. Love his "Why Me Lord".

[@stevekaufmann4088]

Beyond his voice, he was an incredible song writer of his hits at that of others.... seriously one of the most accomplished writers, singers and personal achievements... Way too under-rated.

[@robertVirtue-mc2yw]

He wrote Sunday Morning Coming Down which was a big hit for Johnny Cash.

[@Chris.Davis.2]

I like Kris's version.

[@sahewins]

Also Bobby McGee, a hit for Janice Joplin

[@valerienewton908]

LOVE KRIS! I met him and his wife Rita Coolidge in 1978 at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas. Me and my friend went down to the Texas Jam in her Vega without a cent! Fun times and I can listen to Kris all day. I love his singin! I just LOVE IT when you guys love the songs! People have often not given Kris the credit he deserves but as a songwriter, a beautiful singer, OMG, I love Kris! Your next Kristofferson MUST be Sunday Mornin Comin Down!!!

[@LegoBeachStudios]

I love seeing young people love the songs that I grew up with. This is arguably one of the greatest love songs ever written, and it was written about a love he lost. Check out his other songs from this era, as well as his protest songs. Sunday Morning Coming Down is haunting. We lost an icon- he was a very accomplished scholar, poet, and Soldier before he ever became famous, and he turned his back on everything to pursue the poetry. His family turned their back on him for many years.

[@ntracefan]

My absolute fav Kris song. I have had this song on my daily playlist for years and never tire of it

[@mtkims]

My favorite Kris Kristofferson song! Thanks for reacting! Please give a listen to Kris and his wife (at the time) Rita Coolidge sing Help Me Make it Through The Night.

[@timmcgrath9708]

I don’t think their allowed to put porn on the channel 😂

[@55itsme]

"Waking to the feeling of her fingers on my skin" was pretty risqué for 70's County music. Kris was an outlaw!

[@warrengee-f9l]

Kris is the star in the movie "Convoy" ... Epic trucker flick

[@jenniferwathen]

I loved that movie when I was a child. Any time it would come on TV I would watch it.

[@warrengee-f9l]

Who ever heard of a duck that couldnt swim 😁 @@jenniferwathen

[@friedaprince]

one of my favorite musicians. I have been buying vinyl for my grandson as he is 12 and really into music. I just ordered him a Kristofferson album, I told him Kris was his grandpas favorite artist so I hope he enjoys every song on that album. Love Kris' ability to put the emotions into words. Got to hear more - Sunday Morning Coming Down, The Pilgrim, Bobbie McGee, Why Me, etc. Thanks for reacting to his music

[@newsooner1155]

Yall! This cat is one of the greatest songwriters that's ever walked the planet Earth! You really should dig into his catalog from that era right there

[@CarrinaCarrillo]

This man wrote lyrics that just reach in for your heart.

[@christorrence1114]

The only person who should sing a Kris Kristofferson song is Kris Kristofferson, The man is a legend.

[@stephenwheeler6747]

He was writing songs for everyone else to sing. When the record company wanted him to record one of his own songs. He told them that he wasn't a singer, he was just a song writer .

[@jtkool1503]

A true Renaissance man. Army brat, singer, songwriter, actor, pilot, Rhodes scholar, PhD. Wrote "Me And Bobby McGee" for his ex-girlfriend Janis Joplin (y'all have the hear the live version The Highwaymen do). Was so desperate to have Johnny Cash record his songs he rented a helicopter to deliver Cash a demo tape at his home-Kris landed it on the man's front lawn! "Sunday Morning Coming Down" was on that tape. Y'all need to check out Aaron Neville's version of his song "For The Good Times".

[@marioserrano6333]

You are totally wrong, Janis was never his girlfriend, he said he didn't even know she recorded the song until after her death.

[@marioserrano6333]

Barbara McKee was a secretary at the recording studio, who everyone called Bobby, krisoffersen wrote the song using her name, Bobby McKee, the producer thought Mcgee and a better flow to it, so Kris changed it to Bobby Mcgee.

[@jlsage4059]

Nope…

[@michaellockhart554]

The story I've heard is that while Kris and Janis were dating, he played the song for her, for a birthday present to him, she recorded it, he didn't hear it until after her death, he daid he had to go to a room all by himself and play it 1000 times to be able to do it without breaking down

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you should react to the movie 'A Star Is Born' with Kris and Barbra Streisand on your movie channel!! (even though you've heard Barbra's "Evergreen" from it)

[@MikeWalsh-f1g]

Kristofferson wrote two of the greatest songs in Me and Bobby McGee and Sunday Morning Coming Down.

[@sherigrow6480]

The award winning movie, Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore features Kris Kristofferson. Great movie,

[@NancyMoran-r3b]

I’ve had a crush on him for decades. He’s such a great songwriter. He bares his soul. I especially like him with Barbra in A Star is Born. It was so sad, though.

[@pres96ton]

"Somewhere along the way a lonely bell was ringing. And it echoed through the canyon like the disappearing dreams of yesterday"....SUNDAY MORNING COMING DOWN

[@jamesbrewster7660]

R.I.P. Kris. You were an amazing troubadour.

[@travisdean8794]

When I run across a Kristofferson reaction or song on KZbin, it automatically gets a like and listen from me.

[@soonerguinn373]

The Pilgrim, Silver Tongued Devil, Sunday Morning Comin’ Down are all beautiful songs that deserve a reaction. Amazing storyteller

[@salsonny]

Fantastic song He wrote me and bobby Mcgee

[@pandorafox3944]

Amber's favorite singer sang that song 😊

[@keithosmond5730]

And his version is the best version (sorry, Joplin fans).

[@dalekarraker6851]

Another song of his that just stuns the senses: Sunday Morning Coming Down

[@rhondadonald7315]

Why Me Lord is another great one

[@nothingbutlove40tis]

Oh yes! Especially when he did it on the Ralph Emery show with Willie and Janie Fricke and told the story behind it

[@andrewpatrick9103]

Kristofferson is easily the most underrated American songwriter in my opinion. He's close to (if not on) Mount Rushmore status for American songwriters for me. He penned incredible songs that have been covered by a wide array of artists in various genres. Kristofferson is truly a living legend.

[@melaniewirick6213]

One of the best songwriters ever.

[@ginareed38]

His best song writing is when he was stoned👍🏻being a philosopher just made it even better. I got to see him live at a winery in CA at a private event. Amazing!

[@thisnicelady]

This is one of my mom's favorite songs. Mom has advanced dementia now, but when we play Kris Kristofferson for her, she still knows all the words.

[@jolezius326]

That is so beautiful- my mum has dementia too- not advanced yet but she is now in care😔 music is amazing. Care and support for you and your Mum x

[@leilanijarrett7002]

So glad you finally worked him in! Thank you

[@andrewbittle6854]

In my opinion, the best country song ever written

[@wtk6069]

💯

[@debbicook1584]

When you are doing films link this in by watching "A Star is Born", the 1970's version with Kris Kristofferson and Barbera Streisand, it's WONDERFUL, the music, the singing from BOTH of them, is stunning. Saw Kris WITH Barbra in London in 2022, she was brilliant but Kris, who is quite old now, he had to be led on stage and he was struggling to remember words and but Barbra adores him and held his hands and sang with him on his bits when she realised what was happening❤❤❤❤❤

[@erikagholston6610]

This is a very beautiful song, thanks for sharing.

[@heather6668]

Sadly woke this morning to see that he had passed away. Listened to him for over 50 years and always enjoyed his music.

[@TerriKnight-x3s]

Awful sad news 😢

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Guys, Kris flew helicopters in Viet Nam for a while. He used to fly with the National Guard or a reserve unit after he moved to Nashville. He took the job as a janitor in order to get his songs heard. He felt one of his songs would be great for Cash and so he found out where John and June lived and flew a helicopter to their estate and landed it in their back yard. They weren't home, but he left the tape with the property manager who gave it to Cash. Kris is a poet as well. He and Johnny, Willie, Waylon and Hank Jr (among others) became a real tight knit group. Kris used to take some good natured ribbing from his buddies about his singing. He showed up for a show with some of the guys and told them he had been sick for a couple days and his throat was still scratchy and his voice was hoarse. Willie asked him how he could tell. When he was on though, he sounded great. Great musical journey with Kris' songs. Try "Help me make it through the Night" or Pilgram chapter 33, or maybe Why Me Lord. I'm leaving a link to a live performance of Why Me Lord, where he tells the story of his inspiration for the song and then sings it. Enjoy!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6WkaHhtpceIrdU

[@jackiejones690]

He didnt go to Vietnam ... he was slated to go to West Point but went to Nashville and that was the beginning.... he didnt leave

[@jeffdetmer4681]

@@jackiejones690 You are correct Jackie. I meant to say during Viet nam as a time reference. Kris did put in for assignment in V.N. but was told they thought he would be better used at West Point. Kris didn't agree, and decided to follow his musical dreams instead. Thanks for the fact check. ; ))

[@jackiejones690]

@@jeffdetmer4681 cheers

[@katherinetschetter1956]

Kris kristofferson is a poet. He knows how to weave a story. He is a rabbit hole you could get lost in for hours

[@classicrocklady6288]

Why Me Lord Great song by Kris

[@supasoulproductions]

Help Me Make It Through the Night, Sunday Morning Coming Down, Here Comes That Rainbow Again, Why Me Lord, For the Good Times, Me & Bobby McGee.... his catalog is deep and wide. Many of his songs were bigger hits for other artists, but there is still something about the down home way he sings them.

[@ronbrown912]

KK is generally recognized as one of the greatest songwriters ever....

[@moonbeam2062]

Kris was most known for his songwriting. He was considered the golden boy in Nashville. My favorite song he wrote was "Help Me make It Through The Night" for Sammi Smith. A huge country pop crossover fr her. It ranks among the most successful country singles of all time in terms of sales, popularity, and radio airplay. It's a classic song!

[@doreen684]

Now this is a rabbit hole to go down…can’t begin to suggest …they are all so good..

[@kenwilliams9769]

My favorite Kristofferson song. Thank you.

[@kenqb5450]

As mentioned by others, he is an outstanding songwriter. His versions of some of the well known songs by others are worth a listen. "Help Me Make It Through The Night" (Sammy Smith) "Sunday Morning Coming Down" (Johnny Cash) "For The Good Times" (Ray Price - most well known) "Me and Bobby McGee (Janis Joplin) Johnny Cash and Kris were friends well before The Highwaymen, that is the reason why Kris was included in the group. You need to check out his version, with Barbara Streisand, of "A Star Is Born"

[@RtCarolina]

He wrote them

[@neilschoenthal594]

Kris has such a distinctive voice in modern music! Check out the 1976 version of A Star is born with Barbra Streisand! Great movie

[@cindyphifer970]

Kris has so many great songs he's written for himself and for others

[@hollypinkley]

He was a Capt in the Army - on his way to teach Literature at West Point Military Academy when he stopped first to visit a friend in Nashville whose aunt, Marijohn Wilkin, had a music publishing company, Buckhorn Music - she signed Kris up & the rest is history!!!

[@MrFiumefreddo]

RIP, Mr Kristofferson. Thank you.

[@judycopen9912]

You should check out the video of him and Rita Coolidge (his wife) singing "Help Me Make It Through The Night". Also check out " Sunday Morning Comin'Down".

[@cfonthehill]

All the words in the English language for thousands of years and we never knew which order they belonged until Kris showed us.

[@Kitch-hu7tm]

A master of lyrics and his humble sound makes a joy to listen to.

[@jillosler9353]

Kris Kristoffersen has been my 'dream' for many years. His songs are poetry set to music.

[@P-M-869]

I would recommend his songs "Why Me Lord" and "Sunday Morning coming down ".

[@winterwhitechocolate]

If you love a good "story song" try Kris Kristofferson's Darby's Castle, it is lesser known, but it is a cautionary tale. I think it is my favorite Kris song. Give it a go.

[@hollypinkley]

WOW - This is from 1974/5 ~~ very early Kris!! That was his band until he went in with the Highway Men!! A great bunch ` who helped create the "Kris Sound/Harmony" - - You could get lost in this rabbit hole for days!!! I have all his albums & have been a fan from first hearing his music back in the 70's!!! We lived 2 blocks from his studio in Nashville in the 70's & I was always hoping to get a glimpse of him!!!!!! He was my 1st Star Crush which was a running joke due to my husband being a songwriter & almost a dead ringer for Kris!!!! Still listen to him - My favorite is "Burden of Freedom" & "Who's to Bless & Who's to Blame" both just album cuts!!!

[@robertgregory4536]

You too are so great together,dang right Kris is one of the best,so many songs that other people made famous,but he wrote them, like Bobby McGee

[@jefflast9489]

He met June Carter Cash while he was sweeping floors in Nashville. He gave her a demo tape for Johnny to play, but he threw it on a pile and promptly forgot about it. Kris was also working every other week flying helicopters for the oil rigs off the coast of Louisiana. He finally got so annoyed waiting on Johnny Cash to play his tape that he decided to land his helicopter on Johnny's front yard to remind him to listen to his demo tape. True story.

[@jayhank5838]

Kris is a super songwriter and entertainer. Hall of Fame for sure. Thanks for your reaction to this classic.

[@Jude_196]

SO BEAUTIFUL!!! YA'LL: had one of the BIGGEST GIRL-CRUSHES ON HIM!! HANDSOME, SMART, a great LYRICIST, and a GREAT SINGER! :) THANKS for this one!!! HUGS!

[@marshastapleton1148]

Great to see some love for Kris K.! God bless.

[@RadCenter]

You should also check out Chris's wife, Rita Coolidge. Try "We Are All Alone."

[@anexceleratedlife]

They have done that one.

[@hollypinkley]

@@anexceleratedlife when did they do that? I must check it out!! She is still one of my fav female artist of all time!!

[@anexceleratedlife]

@@hollypinkley it posted 9/22/23 so it’s been nearly a year ago. Type in Rita Coolidge Rob Squad and it will come up.

[@hollypinkley]

@@anexceleratedlife thanks!!

[@j-musicstuff]

My favourite song from one of my favourite artists, so incredibly beautiful and heartfelt. Thank you for reacting to this one.

[@heather6668]

I absolutely love this song - one of favourite Kristofferson tracks. Always liked him so much. Got to see him once with the Highwaymen and 4 times solo. Awesome songwriter - his lyrics are brilliant.

[@roswails1492]

he won 2 grammys with his 2nd wife rita coolidge you should listen to that as a duet

[@johnvance3011]

Rip. Kris Kristofferson

[@curtismarsh4528]

His Why Me Lord, one of the most honest songs ever. He starred in the 1976 version of a Star is Born with Barbara Streisand, . Flew helicopters in the Arny, and landed one on Johhny Cash's house to deliver a song he wrote. Also a Rhode Scholar.

[@paulpeacock1181]

Actually, the third version of A Star Is Born (1937, 1954, 1976, and 2018).

[@curtismarsh4528]

@@paulpeacock1181 I learned something today. I wasn't born till 1961, and I missed the earlier versions. Honestly I have not seen any of them.

[@Gina-vw8wt]

"Why Me, Lord" is fantastic. So many great songs from this master.

[@akronrats]

The beauty of the simplicity of this song is magical. I love the imagery of the lyrics. Just like a good book - it transports you to places and scenes in your mind. I could listen to this all day.

[@gsbell]

This is one of my favorites of all time.

[@scottcooker8141]

One of the greatest singer songwriters of his generation! Tom Paul, and the Glaser brothers did a phenomenal cover of this tune. Keep on bringing it you guys are awesome.!

[@Lovegun-w4s]

I agree, they covered this song better than anyone 💯💯

[@regankercheval9296]

Willie's "Sings Kristofferson" album is one of my all time faves. Both are giants of our generation. Thanks for reacting to this treasured delight.

[@michaellockhart554]

Kris wrote what I believe to be the most beautiful song ever written, Help Me Make Through The Night

[@hollypinkley]

ps - FYI - Kris, Johnny, Waylon & Willie were friends from way back!! Willie Nelson almost always included at least 2 of the guys in his yearly "4th of July Picnics which he had from 1972 - usually in or around Austin TX - I was fortunate to attend several of these in the 80's!!!! I always looked forward to going to the epic all day long concerts!!!!

[@pres96ton]

Remember that Kris was a Rhodes Scholar in literature and taught literature at the US Military academy before quitting and going to Nashville to sweep floors. Kris's lyrics are so great because he is a true intellectual. no one writes lyrics that are so profound...well, maybe Leonard Cohen....

[@christinadavison2783]

Wow, I haven't heard this song in ages. When I was little, my mom always played Kris Kristofferson. His voice is so smooth, and the lyrics are so beautiful. This really brought back memories.

[@RobinBirdsong]

Hands down the sexiest man that ever lived. Safe travels into your next adventure Kris!! ✨✨✨ Thank you for being my lifelong crush 😁 & bringing us all these beautiful songs! ❤️

[@andywilliams623]

If you are interested in more Kris Kristofferson, "Sunday Morning Come Down" is a great song. Also, for a twist: Are you aware of Shawn Mullins? He was definitely influenced by Kristofferson and has a ton of great songs that blur the lines between country, folk, and rock music. His big hit was called "Lullaby" but I think "Shimmer" might be a good vibe for the channel.

[@dmb70]

My favorite Kristofferson song. I’d suggest going and listing to the original studio version.

[@kimberly3131]

His songs make me feel as if I'm either inside his head listening to his thoughts, or having a conversation with a very close friend. (or should I say inside his heart?) Someone else mentioned these but I'll suggest them too "Help Me Make it Through the Night" (the live version with ex-wife, Rita Coolidge), Sunday Morning Come''n Down" and "Why Me Lord?". He's so heartfelt and raw.

[@hnc52]

His duet of Loving Arms with ex wife Rita Coolidge is gorgeous. You guys should check out Rita Coolidge . She has such a warm, sultry voice. We're All Alone is a big hit of Rita's. Listen to that one, you won't regret it.

[@Mrs.Patriot]

Kristofferson was head over heels in love with Janis. I was going to write a brief bio of him for y'all but there's so much you need to read it for yourselves! Lots of achievements. Thanks for this video.

[@jerrymeadows5059]

It's really hard for me to come up with my favorite Kris' song. There have been so many. But this is it.

[@richardkint6531]

Next song from Kris should be "Why Me" 😊. He was married to Rita Coolidge in the 70's. React to her hit "Your Love Is Lifting Me Higher", maybe on Female Friday Amber! Thanks. 😎

[@lindadonahue9279]

Kris wrote this beautiful song. He sounds great. May I request that you react to Tompall and the Glaser Brothers singing this song? Their recording went to number 2 on the country charts. Their harmony is unequaled in any genre of music. Love you guys!

[@yankeedogg2212]

What a masterpiece of work. The lyrics are magical. They don’t write songs like this anymore…