If I Could Only Fly (Blaze Foley Cover)

An impromptu evening cover of Blaze Foley à la Merle Haggard.
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Instagram: / therealcarsonmckee
Guitar: Eastman E20D
Recorder: Zoom H2
Camera: Canon SL2 w/ 50mm f/1.8 lens
Shot in Cinestyle by Technicolor and corrected in Adobe Premiere Pro

[@paulmichaud7565]

Sometimes you cover a tune, sometimes you get inside it. Carson got inside this one and sings it from the inside out.

[@Bluesphan]

Well put...very poetic... and appropriate😎

[@bryanwest3639]

​@@Bluesphan Well said

[@kathiebogue8579]

Boy are you right

[@jurzeejozee41]

When I feel the hairs on the back of my neck stand up; when my insides tremble so that my eyes tear up, I know I’m listening to an exceptional talent. What a fine voice and soul you have, Carson .

[@RickMartinYouTube]

same here

[@jeffreyevans9431]

Get a room & jump in line , hahaahahaa !

[@briancannon8729]

This guy is one of the best musicians I've ever heard.

[@nomadaloco8299]

verdad

[@imaginado4534]

And one of the most velvet sounding voices out there...

[@Ditch1221]

I have to say that Carson’s performance of this song is the best I’ve ever heard. The vocal is just perfect. The guitar work, fits like a glove. Again, fantastic on all aspects of this. I can’t stop listening. 👍

[@bryanwest3639]

First heard this song from Merle Haggard. This is better and I love the Hag.

[@johnd1727]

Absolutely agree. In fact I did a complete Google Search and watched every artist the search came up with - there were dozens - and of course Blaze Foley himself. No contest - absolutely no contest - even with the original artist Blaze Foley. That is amazing. Unique. I have been trying to get something out of my attempts to play guitar for decades - I get a certain amount of satisfaction but I simply lack the talent necessary. Carson McKee makes it seem so easy and natural. I keep looking for the devil offering a contract at every crossroad. He never shows. Yeah..whatever.

[@goodphotoideas]

I had never heard the song before, in fact never heard of Blaze Foley. The only thing I can say is, this is absolutely beautiful.

[@Bluesphan]

Same...but somehow it sounds like something I've heard forever...

[@featheredcoyote5477]

@@Bluesphan now that's a beautiful response.....Ben Haggard also does a fantastic job at this. Such a beautiful tune

[@momusicfan]

@@featheredcoyote5477 I like Mo Pitney singing it too.

[@featheredcoyote5477]

@@momusicfan me too

[@kathiebogue8579]

Never heard it, my God this is good

[@CrustyAbsconder]

Imagine that there are a thousand people randomly scattered about the planet, who in December of 2019, anxiously look forward to seeing a new performance of Carson McKee on KZbin, and then imagine in December of 2039, that the number will be in the millions. I would bet that Willie Nelson was this talented at that age.

[@dlbstl]

Wow! I bet you are right! Smooth and rich voice.

[@ChitFromChinola]

Carson sings a lot better than Willie. :-). But, Willie is Willie . . .

[@mrjasondylan]

@@ChitFromChinola you may be right but the big difference with Willie is as with most of them ol country guys he wrote some of the greatest songs ever put down on paper as did Kris Kristofferson and Johnny Cash none of them had what you'd call smooth voices easy on the ear but boy could they write and also they sang like they meant it straight from the heart. In Nashville there's a thousand amazing voices and guitar pickers but it's having the songs too that really make you stand out. Not for one second taking anything away from Carson the guy is amazing just saying I've been to Nashville enough times to know you need it all to make it there but from what I've seen Carson and his friends are doing pretty good on there own terms without Nashville it's all glam pop crap there these days anyway.

[@hamricklp]

I just keep coming back to this one. If I could like it a thousand times I would. So good, Carson.

[@jamesdrake8058]

Ah, the talent to be enjoyed; found by accident, now a fan for life.

[@BobJJ9999]

Seriously! I can’t stop listening to this. Such a superb version. You’re voice is silky smooth and rich. Keep them coming and thank you.

[@jimluff7520]

Carson, your like a fine wine. Just keep getting better with time.

[@monibotzi]

Eine Stimme, die mich immer wieder zum Träumen bringt.

[@rdstroud1]

This is the best performance of this song that I have ever heard. Carson managed to out do both Blaze Foley and the legend, Merle Haggard. Simple as that. I have heard renditions of it by many talented singers, but Carson's effort is above and beyond. If I could only..sing it like he does.

[@pawellewap1331]

You're right. Marvelous !

[@bryanwest3639]

Loved this song since I first heard Merle sing it. Carson sings it even better. My favorite version

[@forbidden_knowledge9691]

Foley's is still best by far. Pure raw emotion kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKmzaJ6oq8x1e5o

[@forbidden_knowledge9691]

Or even this kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGq8dIudi8msiJY

[@jdr8866]

Carson, this was hauntingly sung. You have mastered emotional transference to the highest form of artistry. Your performance of this song is absolutely devastating.

[@erict9544]

Thank you Carson for taking the time to play and record this beautiful song.

[@melandaverywilliams3288]

My dear friend Carson, I lost my wife December 26 2018 this song was just what I needed. Thank you Merry Christmas and have a great new year

[@evanliveshere]

stranger;

[@garypaquin9571]

Condolences to a person I have never met. Music has healing powers when done sincerely and brilliantly. It can take away some of the pain. Mr. McKee, your voice is a marvel as is your taste in music. Please do a song with Molly Tuttle.

[@neiljones2264]

A voice of velvet. Awesome.

[@tomheadley8749]

This song made me cry one time, the original, listening to it and contemplating it's meaning. This is a flawless and beautiful performance of this song. I can't get enough of Carson and his guitar.

[@steveames5797]

Your show with Josh in Boston recently was amazing, and now I'm having fun digging into your solo vids. So great to see a young guy playing Blaze Foley stuff. Faith in humanity restored.

[@Offenbacher64]

Very nice song and a beautiful voice. Thank you very much and have a nice Christmas. Greetings from Germany

[@mcmurphy664]

I don’t know if its only me but always when im playing new video from you, or Josh I Don’t know song but I’m never dissapointed. Thank you for introducing me to new genres and tunes Love

[@sadelawal739]

Still so so good. Glad to have found this gem again tonight while unwinding after my first day of grad school. It brings me back to the simple, happier times. Thanks for a great cover, Carson

[@keithwigley1256]

2.18 am here in Britain ...with my stray cat Elvis and rain against the window Payne ...fine sounding song and vocals Carson....all the best now...

[@mikatuokkola2379]

You owned that man! The rhythm of your delivery reminds me a lot of Willie Nelson somehow, awesome job.

[@roytee3127]

Willie Nelson! You're right!

[@andibara5432]

hi carson,iam from indonesia maybe someday if covid 19 would be the end.please comin to my country indonesia

[@ErnChildofJesus]

Oh wow what a beautiful cover of this most beautiful song. God Bless you Carson . Please continue to make beautiful music that lifts the Spirit. Thank you. Can’t stop playing this song.

[@bendudley5415]

I’ve heard Merle Haggard, Blaze Foley, and others sing this. Yours tops them all. You nailed it.

[@jonwoll6586]

he is just so good. have you seen the high school song with josh? i think it was something like the comedy of the good ship essex? wish i would have gone to school with this generation.

[@daniellay3081]

Simply beautiful

[@NavyVetJack]

Carson you are really good! Keep them coming. I see your trying to cut down on those weird facial expressions.

[@clayallen4354]

easy now Ben!!! lol

[@Northyorkspaul]

would never say better than Blaze but fantastic...

[@odinfromcentr2]

Your ability to change my state of mind with a song is astounding. Don't ever let the ticks at the record companies taint your passion.

[@CSLameal11]

Whoever it is you were singing to is one lucky woman and/or person! Hope to see you in Brooklyn soon!!

[@fredtaylor48]

I have never felt so moved and cried so much listening to any musician - ever😀 thank you Carson

[@edphillips8071]

A very nice cover of one of the greatest love songs ever written. Blaze wrote such honest lyrics and this rendition does it justice.

[@miltonpound763]

One of the best songs ever written. Great performance.

[@1105renrut]

As Jeff & I sat here listening to this for the first time, he said, “what a beautiful voice he has” & I must agree...especially on a song like this that is absolutely perfect for it. The richness is so pure and natural. You have such a wonderful gift. Thank you for sharing it with all of us. Merry Christmas!

[@megamarraf]

I absolutely love this guy, I knew him with the “Don’t Let Me Down” by the Beatles cover, and since then, I’ve seen many videos He deserves many more views, he’s amazing

[@kevinbriand1052]

A truly incredible cover of Blaze’s song. So well done. You just get better and better man. Haunting...

[@alanternworld7952]

So beautiful. Thank you for spreading goodness into the world, there is never enough. Your belief is comforting and life affirming.

[@kathidori8504]

You are surely one of the better singers in this world. This video shows and lets hear, truly and simple, without a high-tech studio, headphones and makeup, a beautiful performance of a beautiful song . Tank you for sharing.

[@popsong_lab]

Your singing just make me feel comfotable....thanks.

[@redrock1963]

Carson you have a wonderfully compelling voice that has a bit of Willie Nelson in there - your voice invites you to listen. I love it. Merry seasonal stuff to you and yours from Australia.

[@jamesbockenstette4332]

Great vocal. Thanks for posting.

[@liwmld]

GOD has blessed you Carson. one day you will fly to HIM. much love.

[@phil2785]

Hey Carson ..Just lost a very close friend to cancer yesterday ..you bring joy to my heart ..a special gift you have been given ..thank you Bro

[@BDFAN65]

Beautiful cover of this Blaze Foley song. Love it and liked 👍👍👍👍👍Lloyd :)

[@titouantillier7691]

Pffooww.. So relaxing that I felt my brain melt a little bit. That was awesome. Thank you Carson

[@albertbatfinder5240]

Masterpiece. Thank you Carson McKee.

[@bigthewig9624]

Excellent!

[@vksmith888]

Carson has a truly amazing voice, a singer that can make a song better then the original

[@amaralroberto4999]

Wow what a beautiful job. Carson, you're refining your technique, posting your voice wonderfully, and choosing your repertoire with mastery. Big hug from the people of Mooca Sao Paulo Brazil. Merry Christmas to you and to JTG and all the friends who kindly send us these wonderful songs.

[@cathygordon1690]

This is the second song I love to hear you sing .... the first being Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain ..... I could listen to you beautiful voice 24/7 ..... I wish I could meet you someday and you would just sing for me .... I just can’t explain how unique and soothing your voice is .... please continue singing and posting your songs 💕💕

[@abaptiste]

Magnifique voix. Belle résonance chaleureuse. Joyeux Noël. Merci. Millé Gratzié.

[@PurpleOwl79]

One of my favorite songs ever, Blaze Foley was going to be one of the greatest songwriters, Merle did the song justice like few could. You are one of the few Carson. Much love brother.

[@2peter1v2]

What a beautiful, mellow tone you have in your voice. I have never heard this song before, but I like your version better than any other.

[@rochusbohard3005]

Hast eine wundervolle Stimme ,höre dir sehr gerne zu !!!!!!! Top !!!!!!!👍👍👍👍

[@Offenbacher64]

Finde ich auch. Und ich denke das er einige Fans aus Deutschland hat :-)

[@AbenteuerWildnis]

Und Fans hier in Österreich. Klasse Stimme, natürlich auch "die Anderen" Josh, Reina und Toni! Klasse junge Leute ... ! 👍

[@rs_holger6588]

@@Offenbacher64 Aber 100 % :-)

[@dennisk.3909]

@@Offenbacher64 stimmt!

[@Offenbacher64]

@@AbenteuerWildnis Ja ich verfolge die Anderen (zusammen sind sie einfach wunderbar) schon ein paar Jahre. Sie werden immer besser und zusammen ist es einfach eine tolle "Band" aus einzelnen Spitzenmusikern die noch super handgemachte Musik machen können.

[@EarToTheGroundMusic]

I enjoyed this a year ago, but now... after listening to Blaze's version many times through the distance and tumult of 2020... and watching the Netflix film on Blaze's life... I have a new found appreciation for what you've done here. You resurrected a classic. We are indebted to you.

[@barkruss1467]

Talented young man beautiful music how can anyone not like this

[@geneedwards5639]

Superbly done, Carson. As always, beautiful singing and playing.

[@dannelson4209]

Well done. enjoyed your song a cup of Coffee Christmas morning in Montana.

[@billbeecher3080]

Just an excellent rendition. Heartfelt...masterfully done!

[@GavinDingwall]

Every song you touch is pure gold. Another stunning performance. Thank you. Best, Gavin

[@stix2you1]

Beautiful rendition of this fantastic song. Music don't get much better than this.

[@tyrandolph5465]

Beautiful singing voice. Blaze would be proud

[@Amy-gr3xc]

Sometimes the right song finds you when you need it most. Well done- singing, production, everything. This will be on repeat this evening. Merry Christmas to you and your family and friends.

[@riklefevere7361]

Amazing! You have a very sensible voice. Nice guitar playing too.

[@robertskelton2782]

such a Willie version. Damn son; this has some very special moments. Great job!

[@calvin99991]

What a wonderful way to start my morning. Thanks, Carson.

[@antonmartens84]

I already loved this song, but now i love it even more!! Thanx Carson!!!

[@evanliveshere]

goosebumbs!! could listen for hours. thank you for posting

[@owentyler7295]

Carson you definitely nailed it. Willie and Haggard and others have tried, but you put something that can't be explained. I tear up each time I play your version. Just a beautiful, sensitive song. Thank you. God bless your efforts.

[@timlowery7156]

Best cover, hands down!

[@dolledimmi]

Voice of an angel...

[@23truro]

Beautifully done

[@rogerkohlhoff1472]

I love the way you sing good job

[@ilikoldies]

Hi! .. Very nice! Thank you! .. You sure are a talented guy. I always enjoy listening to you, and your friends. Wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! .. Your friends, Mike, Bear, an my family.

[@davidpearce9150]

Christ Carson you are so very special, only wish I could be around a little longer to watch you grow .

[@mozzie22]

This exact version needs to be put out on a 45 rpm. Fantastic!

[@gillianharris2175]

Please please fill us here with your voice, along yours and others words. I need more in my life of your performances

[@canadice1999]

This was wonderful Carson. I love the many facets of your voice. I am so sorry I couldn't make it up to Buffalo again to see you and Josh this time. Hope you had a good crowd!

[@donaldholman9070]

Awesome...thank you so much. Happy Holidays 🎄🎁🎄🎄🎅🏻🥛🥮🍪🐞

[@GhostontheMoor]

Thank you, Carson. What a great voice you have! A fine performance of a lovely song. And seeing what time of year it is, can I take this opportunity to wish you a merry Christmas and all the best for a happy new year.

[@cbocker]

Carson, thanks for sharing the golden gift of your voice this Christmas!

[@rucker9057]

You never disappoint Carson, well played and well sung. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!!!

[@ald7157]

Very nice Carson, have a great Christmas.

[@lenanovotny]

So beautiful ... I have no words. Been listening to this for day now.

[@jimprescott5216]

I love listening to you sing this song. Thank you. Merry Christmas.

[@tomrabbani]

this boy can sing!

[@surfdog51]

Wow, such a great song, and so well expressed. Thank you!

[@donaldgardner9780]

You and just your guitar could win american idol the voice or any other competition like them you're just naturally great. You can get people's attention with your first note

[@Playsitloud1]

Wow I thought this was a Merle Haggard original. But I do love this song. Good job Carson.

[@retiredyeti5555]

Loads of obscure songs out there that very few today have ever heard. Thanks for covering this one by Blaze Foley.

[@robertwilliams-wd6cp]

Wow again , hope I live long enough to see all the great talent hit the big time , you are on the right path .

[@henrymorgan6087]

One of my favorites…well done sir

[@joeiscoffee]

I've become an addict of this song. Particularly of your cover, Carson. Happily there is no cure. Waiting for more.

[@schoonerdog44]

I can't stop listening to it either. So simple and beautiful and powerful.

[@curbshoppin]

Very nice 👍

[@manfredhuschitt3469]

Merry Christmas, Carson! And greatings to Josh, Reina, Toni and all the other friends! 🎄God bless you all! Best wishes from Bavaria

[@donnaforsyth6818]

Ohhhhhhhh my word. How beautiful what a voice, such melody absolutely beautiful beautiful beautiful 😍

[@dennispope8299]

Carson, you reach me in a very deep place emotionally (not only this song, but others as well). Don't ever stop doing what you do...you are a gifted and wonderfully talented artist. God speed.

[@fudrucker5469]

Masterful performance of one of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@jeffgaumond4250]

Wow, first Guy Clark now Blaze Foley, you're on a roll, Carson. This is such a great song, and you do it very well, at least as good as Hag.

[@davidjohnson-fo7ze]

This has been my favorite song for about twenty years now. Real good job.

[@TheHuugster]

Love it Carson. With a voice like that you can only fly...

[@manriq47]

Yep, another superb posting, Carson. Your vocal talent just blows me away. You find a way to make the songs you cover sound as fresh as the day original artists released them. Like I said, superb. All the best ~ Mark

[@Dellis803]

Nice job on a wonderful song that is deceptively difficult.

[@bryanwest3639]

Better than nice. Outstanding

[@jajs283]

Wow just beautiful thanks Carson, I really appreciate you.

[@skotskiable]

This is my favorite version of this song yet. Second favorite is Blaze, so far. I have loved Haggard’s music for years, but on this song you are my favorite. You put more heart and soul into it than even Blaze himself.

[@TheVeek192]

You do know that Blaze wrote it, right?

[@skotski54]

Of course I knew that. Doesn't change my opinion though.@@TheVeek192

[@MzJust1girl]

Beautiful, smooth, soothing