Boxcar willie was a star,, his singing with the angels in heaven now.
@ovidbruce6434 Жыл бұрын
Let Willy's voice praise our Heavenly Father and Jesus forever and always! God rest your Soul brother!
@adrianjosephbustle72653 жыл бұрын
My grandfather used to sit and sing this song often in the evenings...he died a few years before I was born....1965...would have been nice to sing it with him.
@ronnierigsbee84853 жыл бұрын
Loved Box car Willie , he was the king of the train songs . May he no be forgotten 🙏🏼❤️
@sailawaybob2 жыл бұрын
most of those great country stars are long gone but they're music will live on for generations to come.
@paulmackintosh99643 жыл бұрын
Oh man, I have found this video and boy do the tears run down. One of THE BEST EVER REAL COUNTRY MUSIC Stars. Box, you are missed by the world but we are still with you when we play your beautiful music. THANK YOU. Paul🇬🇧
@kimoconnor4952 жыл бұрын
There will never be another like him .R.I.P Boxcar now your singing in heaven
@middletech12 жыл бұрын
I feel sorry for those that are not inspired by such heavenly music.
@barbarawagner59385 жыл бұрын
Daddy I miss you more than you will ever know. My life will never be the same without you. This world is one lonely place without you. Know you will never be forgotten. You were not only my Dad but my best friend. Love always Barbara.
@seadogold5 жыл бұрын
Barbara, a lot of us miss your Dad. I grew up next to the tracks and saw the end of steam on the Wabash RR. It is rare that I can get through one of your Dad's train songs without tearing up. Railway to Heaven is my favorite.
@carlwegert6914 жыл бұрын
@@seadogold mine too
@johnsmithSongbird4 жыл бұрын
I loved him too We will meet again
@oddragnarbekken5323 жыл бұрын
Good words
@ronnierigsbee84853 жыл бұрын
Your Dad was my all time favorite! He was the King of the train songs . May he never be forgotten 🙏🏼♥️
@michaelcollins93863 жыл бұрын
All the old legends are gone hank William's johnny cash boxcar Charlie pride don William's merle haggard...in the words of george jones who's gonna fill there shoes😥
@thomasclark9813 жыл бұрын
Yes. Boxcar was ill when he did this. *But he still did it. *saw him twice live..... Birmingham England 🏴 and Oxford England 🏴 R. I. P. my friend and thanks for the music and memories. You will never ever be forgotten. 🤠
@dennisward25718 ай бұрын
I never tire of watching Box and his humble and appreciative words for the Lord and those who offered prayers on his behalf... And seeing the fun, support and appreciation that these older country entertainers show to each other... May God bless them all in glory...
@geneaustin51514 жыл бұрын
Boxcar Willie was one of the finest entertainers and country stars. He was one of my all-time favorites. Rest in peace Box, enjoy that ride on the Railway in Heaven.
@vicaayeh90138 ай бұрын
Singing in spirit, he is in heaven truly. God bless
@rhondaboncutter581211 ай бұрын
Born in the 50's, love all these old gospel songs! They were sang in Church when I was a kid! Loved when I grew up!
@AKIYIKO6 жыл бұрын
I still remember my mom playing this song as a kid !!!! Thanks for the memories ! Life is great if you have God in your life
@barbarawagner59385 жыл бұрын
Daddy, my life will never be the same without you. There is not a day that goes by that I don't miss you. Why didn't God take me with you, didn't he know how much I loved you? You were not only my Dad but my best friend. Know you will never be forgotten. I sure do miss you, Daddy.
@vendanges312 жыл бұрын
Did you notice that all of these people had a smile on their face while singing? May God Bless all of the country music singers!
@jimmyoleary86677 жыл бұрын
His integrity over the years speaks for itself! H Boxcar Willie is Country music and helped make a way for other great Country artist to follow in his footsteps! RIP my Friend! 😥
@suewilliams45555 жыл бұрын
Oh that Is sad to hear that Boxcar Willie died.RIP, to a great man. I hope you're singing in Heaven now. Nobody can sing like Boxcar Willie.😍😍😍✝✝✝✝✝✝✝✝✝✝❤❤❤❤❤❤😘😘😘😘😘😍😍😍😍😍😢😢😢😢😢
@royclary39694 жыл бұрын
Box was sick when he done this . god bless him . he's in heaven now
@davesonncube30313 жыл бұрын
He is in the grave
@christymearna39123 жыл бұрын
😓💯🎶❣️🧠
@teasym27623 жыл бұрын
His spirit is in heaven
@davidmckinney65773 жыл бұрын
I always loved box car Willie growing up year's ago may God bless his soul rest in peace 🙏 my friend you are loved and missed
@glendakelk38464 жыл бұрын
Heaven has all the greatest we still have thier music
@davemcelheron71413 жыл бұрын
Box Car was great. Loved his twang in song and style. Only realised he was gone. Sleep good I still hear that train a coming even in Clare Ireland.
@melindasavage20523 жыл бұрын
Great song writer and great singer
@peterjohnroche85333 жыл бұрын
I have only just discovered Boxcar, and I am so glad I did, this song is so moving and spiritual. He sings it effortlessly even though he is not that well. Such a natural country singing voice and so down to earth. God bless you Box and rest in peace.
@luisenriqueespinozavenegas88869 жыл бұрын
De niño me gustaron los trenes,y Box Car Wilie lo transmite de una manera tan especial,todo el amor que el tenia por los trenes, que se percibe con todo el corazón
@piets1604524 жыл бұрын
His music will live on way beyond all of us....
@beckylipps72864 жыл бұрын
Love Boxcar Willy and this old song!❤️🌹
@angec17235 жыл бұрын
My dad and grandpa always sang this together. miss them so much.
@johnbones244412 жыл бұрын
this man was a genuine down to earth guy and a true artist God Bless you Box RIP
@joanharris80573 жыл бұрын
Boxcar Willie sings it best! Beautiful rendition!
@Tall_Tales_And_Rails2 жыл бұрын
Man he sure does!!
@opelpia12 жыл бұрын
Now that's how Country Music should sound like. R.I.P. Boxie
@PamelaElaineNovikoff11 жыл бұрын
Box Car and all who played country music from the beginning. If it wasn't for you we would not have country music today. I love each and every one of you. :)
@anamerican481 Жыл бұрын
One of a kind, my Dad and Uncle could blow that train whistle sure miss them all 🇺🇸
@grizzlycomrie12 жыл бұрын
Pure and proper country, i forgot just how good he sounds, just great.
@errittsmith45364 жыл бұрын
Boxcar Willie is one of the best country singers of all time this is one of my favorite songs
@ronwisman17675 жыл бұрын
Weren't we so blessed to have had these people in our lives.
@bluestarlighting295 жыл бұрын
No matter how old we get , but hearts always remember him Boxcar Wllie Forever. And his greatest hits songs. Live Forever and ever. Thank You. Let’s take moments thank him though years. Now up in heaven play his classic hits songs today. Thank You 😊😇 love hear those Whistle blow though years. Thank you 🙏
@QWZXM5 жыл бұрын
NIce words Ms. Brtek.
@lansfordlay99312 ай бұрын
You folks sure have this song down pat .I sure love to hear your version of this beautiful song.thanks for sharing .
so miss him.best train whistle blower of all.love all his songs
@bellaeleanora64612 жыл бұрын
Wow is all i can say about this video, amazing singer and entertainer, who is ever going to sing like that again.........bless him
@christophermay49987 жыл бұрын
What a nice human being.....absolutely a heart of gold....nobody could do what he did....undoubtedly God given talent....still have KZbin for clips of the old days....
@robinkey44996 жыл бұрын
we all need Lord in our lives
@robinkey4499 Жыл бұрын
@Greg Normal yes i met box Willie on the he was ver GCR Loughborough uk l was very interested in railway he asked me i believe in Jesus yes with all my heart
@LuisEnrique710012 жыл бұрын
Me gusta muchísimo,porque,el autor vuelca su corazón en la letra,porque lo siente de verdad,y esa autenticidad me gusta y me conmueve ademas de compartir el amor de DIOS y gusto por los ferrocarriles del siglo 19 y las locomotoras a vapor
@ivan316812 жыл бұрын
What a legend he was, we truly miss you Boxcar. There are no more like you on the horizon.
@dth14624 жыл бұрын
Saw him live with my father many many years ago.its such a great memory I get to keep forever!!!!
@dadsgirl042312 жыл бұрын
Tomorrow, will be four years, November 19, 2008 since your gone Daddy.You will never know how much I love and miss you. I still can't bare to go to your grave. They say it gets better with time. I just wish God, would let me close my eyes and be with you again. Didn't he know you were my whole life? How am I suppose to live without you? There will never be anyone that could take your place not in my heart Daddy. I will wait till God, calls me home. Daddy, you are loved will NEVER be forgotten.
@geemaof611 жыл бұрын
62 yrs old...Boxcar has always been great
@bernardbrady19263 жыл бұрын
Boxcar Willie one of the best rip my friend I always think of you when I see a train
@tonynieboer20427 жыл бұрын
Indeed the last train for the good ol Boxcar (RIP) I miss him, Love his music.
@danielueblacker91186 жыл бұрын
God what talent on that stage. God Bless them all.
@Dix424USA49 жыл бұрын
Box is still with us, in spirit and in song. I'll never forget him and his music. R.I.P Lecil Travis Martin
@ewhite98916 жыл бұрын
The fool has said in his heart there is no GOD, Psalms 14:1
@thelmamartinez14952 жыл бұрын
Amen to that 🙏and waiting for us to join the circle...luv box
@eileen19249 жыл бұрын
ONE OF COUNTRY,S GREATS BOXCAR WILL BE IN HEARTS OF FANS FOR EVER LOVE YOU BOX
@janpieterse39025 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@johnsmithSongbird4 жыл бұрын
You know i really like him He sang so country and had a godly way about him I wish i had seen him while he was still alive He sings now for jesus
@davinaurquhart394010 жыл бұрын
Wow one of the most amazing country voices of all time......thanks Boxcar xxx
@lovinganimalrecactteamreca79675 жыл бұрын
😁
@robertbaker52115 жыл бұрын
Amen. Thank you jeasus beautiful song
@keiththeriot90535 жыл бұрын
Boxcor I like your music
@genehughes81693 жыл бұрын
Barbara , sorry people thought you meant he was your Dad. My dad used to play this song all the time. I hadn't heard it in years and it popped into my head. I pulled this up to hear it and your comment was the first I saw. I knew exactly what you meant and felt the same way. God Bless.
@sbae86756 жыл бұрын
I think everyone in that room that nyt knew poor box car was not gonna make it much longer sadly .but what a great sing song he had top class voice and performance till the end
@viv06254015 жыл бұрын
This is a favorite song he does a super job on it. It is sad to look around that room and see all the ones that are no longer with us. Boxcar Willie, Skeeter Davis, Billy Walker, Charlie Walker, Del Reeves, Goldie Hill, and Bill Carlise
@BarryLambright-ff1pz6 ай бұрын
I saw boxcar willie in person with my mom and dad in middle of1980s at Centerville michigan fairgrounds cause mom and dad liked him .
@IvoryDream7 жыл бұрын
I just love everything about Boxcar Willie. He had so much fun performing
@mrstratochief113 жыл бұрын
Willy that song you sang Railway to Heaven. was a blessing to me M.S.C.1
@20prince18 жыл бұрын
The last Train for Boxcar Willie(RIP), I miss him, his a big gav to us and the conty musik
@margitbruhn87897 жыл бұрын
Dejligt.
@randallandre93467 жыл бұрын
Torgeir Gaundal
@augustvandenberg29816 жыл бұрын
Torgeir Gaundal dingboy
@avisswope64954 жыл бұрын
I LOVE THIS SONG ITS TELLING WHAT YOU MUST DO WHEN YOU LIVE FOR JESUS ITS ALL WORTH WHAT YOU GO THRU
@ronasears67617 жыл бұрын
May God bless you Boxcar !!! I love "Highway To Heaven"!!♡♡♡♡♡
@peggycooper51925 жыл бұрын
Rona Sears
@Truecountry2 жыл бұрын
goodness I get chills every time i hear this... I remember as a kid in Kentucky back deep in the holler my daddy would play this along with other old country music.... this has to be were i found my love to play and Sing this music.....
@Jimmyh19712 жыл бұрын
My favorite hobo and trading song singer . RIP BOXCAR
@billbrown80067 жыл бұрын
Glory to God this Man is playing for his friends and the angels
@ulfsonnevelt12410 жыл бұрын
Willies voice is making me cry in his hymn performance
@robertrstw83546 жыл бұрын
his music and dedication to entertainment, there is no way to express my appreciation for, except to say, thanks old Box you will never be matched
@monicahill68375 жыл бұрын
God Bless you Box hope you are in heaven love your songs so much RIP
@wally60able12 жыл бұрын
GEAT SONG RIP BOX CAR WE HAVE LOST TO MANY OF OUR TRUE COUNTRY SINGER
@Ireland194712 жыл бұрын
Thank you Boxcar for what you added to my life RIP
@thomasglenn61477 жыл бұрын
Taken from this earth, far too early. But his talent will be well recognized, in his next life? Rest well, you legend, known to us as BOXCAR WILLIE.
@CountryHitsUSA14 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I was in Nashville years ago and they had a flatbed trailer set up in a parking lot close to my hotel. I went out to listen. Several up and coming stars sang. Then Boxcar came out and Blew Them All Away with his voice. I learned something I'll never forget. Don't Judge A Book By The Cover!!!! God Bless Y'all
@charlesduguid48114 жыл бұрын
This is a remarkable tribute that Willie sang perhaps to us and his God. for sure he's now up there ; singing in Gods choir in the sky
@matthewhayes95209 жыл бұрын
The box one of many great singers.Thanks to U tube for allowing their voices to delight us after they have gone to God.
@onnowesterman48256 жыл бұрын
God ? LOL does not exist... why should that be because the big book of lies ( the babble ) tells you so ? Dumbo. do some study about the origin of it and the mythology before going on to believe that crap and proven bullshit.
@paulsangster38028 жыл бұрын
Love this song and performance!
@philipread875611 жыл бұрын
What a lovely man.He used to pilot B29.The song is true country,not like the rubbish of today purporting to be country. Dave R.
@maryjanehinson41299 жыл бұрын
ha ha
@ewhite98916 жыл бұрын
AMEN
@kennydobbins13456 жыл бұрын
There are still a few traditional style artists.
@wilfredheggart6476 жыл бұрын
your a fucking goof
@105C096 жыл бұрын
I completely agree. He is a wonderful soul with depth in his simplicity.
@TheLastcall545 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite singers. Went to see him in person. He was awesome. Love to listen to old Boxcar Willie. Best human train whistle ever.
@phillipblackwell12504 жыл бұрын
Love to hear Boxcar sing Life railway to Heaven.
@jasperjer1 Жыл бұрын
Good message, good song.
@lenatoledo77898 жыл бұрын
Willie, an unforgettable giant. Love you. Yes, we will all be one in our eternal home and very soon as evidenced by the world chaos. How very happy we will be to be with our Blessed Savior on that graceful shore. Yes!!
@kevindondrea1447 жыл бұрын
Love Box Car Willie, I get chills listening to him sing.
@shaunrocks78653 жыл бұрын
Absolute LEGEND 👍🏻🤠♥️
@charlesfreeman19678 жыл бұрын
a Very very good Song It"s Take You Back To The Old Day's
@samdembitsky13589 жыл бұрын
Was on my bucket list to meet Willie, but now will have to meet him in Heaven !
@tomdaniels41046 жыл бұрын
My wife got to shoot with Boxcar at Branson, Mo. She said he kept everybody laughing. Louise Mandrall was there among others, she is a heck of a shot. She tied with my wife.
@carltn7 жыл бұрын
alot of Folks don't know he was Veteran ,,Ole Box will live in Eternity ,,He was Great man ,Scene him twice in Branson
@robinlyons8620 Жыл бұрын
This is a teal good song to here all day.😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@DanPurdy19 ай бұрын
I remember him from when he was a DJ in Fort Worth; before his singing career. Much glad that he went into singing; he brought so much to the music.
@reneplaquin460612 жыл бұрын
What a peaceful and meanningful song. A Beautiful song! Thanks for sharing.
@maryjanehinson41299 жыл бұрын
Gone but not forgotten!
@Mr.snamor5 жыл бұрын
Who?
@pprichardmarconett39515 жыл бұрын
PUSSY
@gracegabrielsen36669 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Testimony. R.I.P, Wonderful to hear. Just what I needed.
@Crlpope6 жыл бұрын
So true when I am down and feel bad I love to hear this song and he did it the best. Soon I will join him in Heaven and meet Jesus in person/
@brendanoconnor6619 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful dad was a railway man rip
@j.h.80986 жыл бұрын
Miss me some Boxcar... some many good memories!!
@virginiacustins33575 жыл бұрын
Jimmy Hammond by to
@ronwisman17676 жыл бұрын
Weren't we blessed to have had thtse people in our lives.
@jonncasasjse6 жыл бұрын
Amen box car.... hope to see mom and the rest 1st....but I'd love to get to sing with y'all as soon as the Lord allows me
@georgesingh8264 жыл бұрын
I only get to know old box a few months now,But I love every one of his songs,I will,I enjoy ,as long as I can!
@kellymyers5974 Жыл бұрын
Love you Boxcar Willie. God bless and God speed....................
@garywainscott10455 жыл бұрын
Gary Wainscott BOXCAR WILLE WAS A GREAT FRIEND WE WHERE IN BRASON SO MANY TIMES AT HIS SHOWS GREAT MAN AND GREAT FRIEND R.I.P.MY FRIEND .