Music video by Chris Knight performing It Ain't Easy Being Me. (C) 1997 UMG Recordings, Inc.
Пікірлер: 613
@ScottSmith-jn1jo10 ай бұрын
Let's all be thankful there are still people writing songs, not riffs.
@billlastwits82292 ай бұрын
This song is over 25 years old you know that right....😂
@westvirginiaoutlaw46623 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight is def. by far one of the most underrated signers and songwriter of all time hands down
@joshuaneubig87212 жыл бұрын
I’ve been saying this for years brother. Hands down deserves more fame and light then given to him. Especially compared to the “country” trash today
@lucasbell47632 жыл бұрын
Amen
@tylermorrow3550 Жыл бұрын
@@joshuaneubig8721 yes sir. but at least the ones of us who know appreciate him. i literally listen to his music every day. kinda reminds me of the moe bandy song "hank williams you wrote my life". for me its chris knight you wrote my life lol
@billyannecrews6651 Жыл бұрын
Amen
@MichaelHutcheson-c3v Жыл бұрын
He didn't do it told yall he'll if he did he didn't get backed
@boblehn60004 жыл бұрын
If your here you've been there.
@SOKO-473 жыл бұрын
🤘🏼
@thinshady49563 жыл бұрын
Been where, sorryville? I gave away all my things and moved in years ago.
@levigreen75153 жыл бұрын
Your not wrong my friend🤣
@zacksnodgrass12043 жыл бұрын
Still there hoss
@mpj79873 жыл бұрын
Well said...
@kyleshandachoate30183 жыл бұрын
I heard this song in a honky tonk in Tulsa then I was 19. The girl I was trolling the dance floor with walked off and I just stood there and listened. I had never had a song touch me like that. 20 years later, it still gets me. God bless you Chris. You told a young blue collar boy that he wasn't alone feeling that way.
@TexasJames7 ай бұрын
Chris knight was the man when I was In High school. Where did the time go.
@sunrunnermedia521621 күн бұрын
In 2006, this was our youngest son's profile song on his MySpace account. He ran several ranches in Texas and was a real cowboy. We were introduced to this song, and Chris Knight's music, when our son died, ironically in a gasoline explosion, on August 31, 2006. We reached out to Chris' management at the time to ask if they would see if Chris could dedicate the song to him at a live performance, but were told no. I always thought that was a shame. But we still love this song and Chris' music, 18 years down the road, and we still miss, and love, our son Kieran, buried in McKinney, Texas at age 23, next to the children's cemetery where he can help keep an eye on the young ones since he never had the chance to have any of his own.
@texashunt912 жыл бұрын
Blake Shelton couldn't lick the bottom of Chris' boots when it comes to singing this song.
@284Winchester4 жыл бұрын
💯👍👍
@flynlow6064 жыл бұрын
Exactly not even close chris is the man!!!
@nanananaw4 жыл бұрын
Tyler Childers doing this one is the best
@henrymullins45923 жыл бұрын
Agreed 👍💯👍
@harleybaldwin70153 жыл бұрын
John Anderson does a version as well...no one is even close to Chris other then Tyler
@toterola45114 жыл бұрын
Slaughters, Kentucky's favorite son. What a jewel!
@braxtonwells30715 жыл бұрын
I'm only 10 but I love Chris knight my papaw is actually related to him and I talked to him today and it made my day
@mortaki843 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome pal! Tell him I said hello from sorryville 💪🏻
@elizabethedwards49123 жыл бұрын
REALLY
@elizabethedwards49123 жыл бұрын
@@mortaki84 now thats common sense
@ericfugate3063 жыл бұрын
He lives about 10 miles from me or used to I haven't seen him n a few years but I've got busy
@jacksonknight2053 жыл бұрын
My papaw is brothers with chris
@redriver65414 жыл бұрын
This man is one of the best songwriters of his generation. Has me in awe of where all of these "poems" come from? Being from Muhlenberg Co and growing up on the Green River and with coal mining in my life, makes me feel a connection to him as well..... Met him once in Madisonville at an acoustic concert and got his set sheet signed by him.....one of my favorite memories. If you ever read these Chris.... Thank You for adding all of these songs and memories into the soundtrack of my life.
@DirtyRedd-xl9iy3 жыл бұрын
Shoots The Lights And Curses The Dark, I Felt That To The Bone.
@killercowboy4643 жыл бұрын
Same here man I relate to this song a ton
@kevinkingrey40675 жыл бұрын
Can't believe I got onto Chris Knight so late in the game. "Old Man" came across one of my Pandora stations about a year ago and I've been a fan ever since. This guy is the real deal. We all need singers and songwriters we can believe in.
@bobjohnsonface5388 жыл бұрын
Christ Knight is a hero of the working class. He is absolutely perfect.
@kellilafferty53578 жыл бұрын
Bob Johnsonface
@DeadBodyAnimated Жыл бұрын
I, for over what feels like twenty years keep coming back to the classic that will never die. It somehow brings me out of dark thoughts. I dont understand it and I dont question it. I seek Mr Knight and the town of sorryville when my chips are down and being tossed in a wood chipper. Thank you for making this song. Its perfect.
@craig72484 жыл бұрын
I heard Hard Edges on some random show about 7 years ago and fell in love with this guy's music here in the UK
@KG-th3cr3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. He's one of the last real country artists out there.
@HunterSThompsonFan10 жыл бұрын
I met Chris twice. Was able to tell him how much his music meant to me. He was so gracious. I will never forget those two concerts. I have seen him 3 other times when I didn't meet him. Thank you Chris for your music!
@kerrybluegreen10 жыл бұрын
- this was my father's favorite song, well one of them to be exact bc he loved music so much, so even though my sister didn't want to play it at his funeral with the other songs on the dvd, i made her put this on it. he'd sing it so much. rip danny/dad. always love you and always miss you.
@justinhenson81319 жыл бұрын
Well the man had good taste rip
@wesleylangston52409 жыл бұрын
I played one of my dad's favorites at his funeral, too. Here comes the rain....
@wesleythomason72456 жыл бұрын
I commend you for knowing him that way. For understanding him and honoring him, even when the people around you disagreed with the way it might look, or sound. Sorry for you loss.
@natronbomb62245 жыл бұрын
Thanks for honoring your father
@aokspage5 жыл бұрын
💪💪
@jeffwolinski26594 жыл бұрын
One of the best songs ever written and performed, just perfect!
@GlennTXstate104 жыл бұрын
Agreed. He connects with the bad yet human side of so many people that relate to the lyrics in a personal way even if they don't want to because it may confirm what they know the whole time but try to deny. The lyrics to this song , might be his best but, for me, the best song/story has to be Down the River. The emotion and how the story unfolds is fantastic.
@CrackCrackCracker11 ай бұрын
I remember when Chris first came out I just knew he was going to be huge!! To this day I still cannot believe he was robbed of being a mega star like he should have been. For whatever reason in the world that Country Music dropped the ball on this man is a travesty.
@thomasjay44983 жыл бұрын
How come we don't hear talent like this on the radio? Had to go all the way to Nashville to learn of Chris. Before and still, don't hear him of your local stations. There is something terribly wrong with this.
@jjstak98h Жыл бұрын
You don’t hear the good stuff on the radio anymore because the executives only care about how many units they can sell to 15 year old teenie-bopper girls. They aren’t interested in the art. The little girls want metrosexual boy bands with highlights in their spikey-hair.
@twinkief250 Жыл бұрын
I'm comment 556. God bless this man for putting into words what we've all felt and couldn't say no matter how we tried
@K31swiss5 жыл бұрын
CK is the best songwriter in the business bar none. If you get a chance to see him perform live don’t miss it.
@Southernman8875 жыл бұрын
Glad to see Spotify finally added this song and the rest of Chris Knight's first album.
@tacogillespie45618 жыл бұрын
Merle is gone. Now Chris will sing for the working man
@jimdena086 жыл бұрын
Taco Gillespie yes sir !
@spunkison24935 жыл бұрын
Taco Gillespie Amen brother, most of the people that love this music won't be doing what I'm doing right now, they've already given up on music, just like me, and then there is Chris
@joshwalczak81153 жыл бұрын
My dad recently died .. we both loved this song, I still do but I can’t stop tearing up every time I hear it
@normancurrin42057 жыл бұрын
Somebody mentioned his guy on sturgill Simpson, and man I'm glad they did, 4 beers in and I can't help but listen to this twice
@christinawalker52367 жыл бұрын
I've been listening to this since I was about 11 years old. best memories watching my dad drink a couple beers and listen to some chris knight. he's great
@robertharrington77045 жыл бұрын
I love beer!! Oh and good music 🍺🍺🍺😎
@tannerleblanc77043 жыл бұрын
Iv found this town about 4 years back. I still live here.
@chrisknight40153 жыл бұрын
drop your WhatsApp number to know about your thoughts and advise for me🥰
@darmichar73 Жыл бұрын
It's not easy being both embarrassed of who you are and proud of who you are at the same time.
@49barfly14 жыл бұрын
"I've had too work to become the jerk i've come to be." Chris Knight a very underrated American songwriter from Kentucky.
@TheGloried5 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best country songs ever written.
@JohnDoe-ez7kl3 жыл бұрын
He is one of the best writers.
@justinwhite58594 жыл бұрын
Always appreciate Chris’s Music he is the real deal and a great story teller I wish he could live forever....
@whyareyoufollowingme158818 күн бұрын
When I get the urge to listen to tjis it always brings me to tears. Rest in peace Marlboro men who have left us, and conodolences to all the ones who miss them as much as I miss mine.
@wayneyetto93335 жыл бұрын
I had the pleasure of meeting him 12 years ago when he was passing through upstate ny. He was invited to play at a local tavern with his bass player, they played a few dozen songs for a bar crowd at the Ale House in Troy NY , he had met the owner of the bar on a flight through Albany , he had a layover for the night so he accepted the invitation and appeared a few hrs later , I was lucky to be eating lunch when I heard of his playing there that evening, talk about being at the right place at the right time., this video along with "Framed " was popular on CMT and GAC music stations at the time, he stood for photos with me afterwards and signed the half dozen cd o had at the time for me @ n/c , we talked about hunting and fishing and of course my admiration for him and the music he brings to the country music world. Nicest artist you'll ever meet. I hope like hell he passes through again.
@Steven-c3n3m7 ай бұрын
Hey Chris I would listen to your Music any day of the week ! Thank you Sir !
@TB-fs8wi9 жыл бұрын
I think everyone who is honest..... can relate to this song.
@coonhunter11924 жыл бұрын
I can relate
@jonedmondson22354 жыл бұрын
Live it every day
@wolfygirlplayz36224 жыл бұрын
Yes we can ❤️❤️❤️
@wolfygirlplayz36224 жыл бұрын
Me too🙂
@simeonteitelbaum36734 жыл бұрын
I've never seen a holler in person and I absolutely can
@ambersnowden744911 жыл бұрын
I'm seeing him tonight and i can't wait!!!! Truly a rare amazing talented musician!!!
@rcrobertson95636 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight the dude ain't never had no bad songs
@courtneygrier20155 жыл бұрын
I can't believe I forgot about him! Heard this on my way to Sturgis and had to favorite this
@RockyLovesRoomTemperatureBusch7 жыл бұрын
This would go straight to #1, because it resonates with so many people, everywhere, everyday. First time I heard it was 2004.
@natewebster738 ай бұрын
🤙✌️🌏🌎🌍🤞🤯💨💨💨😤🤪🙃👌🤘🙄😁🥶🌬️🌨️❄️☃️👽🏂🐐 from Lakes of the North, Michigan 💚💚💚
@krisg638 жыл бұрын
Holy hell!!! How have not known of this dude before now????
@KG-th3cr8 жыл бұрын
Welcome brother. Welcome.
@gregoryblakeslee60417 жыл бұрын
this song is 20 years old
@raygiordano10457 жыл бұрын
Great music is TIMELESS, 20 seconds, 20 years, 20 centuries: no difference.
@1320kad7 жыл бұрын
I've been a fan of this guy since this album came out.
@petebest53646 жыл бұрын
Me too.....
@radagastjones9339 Жыл бұрын
Some may think this blasphemy, but Guy Clark comes to mind damn near every time I listen to Chris. I think Chris resides right there with legendary songwriters like Mr. Clark, Townes Van Zandt, James McMurtry and so on. Thank you Mr. Knight for the joy your stories bring me.
@KG-th3cr8 жыл бұрын
If you played this song on a popular country music station everyone's ears would explode because they have been conditioned to think what is played today is "country music."
@ShroudedTraveler8 жыл бұрын
Blake Shelton did a version of this song. Granted, I don't know how popular it got on mainstream stations as I stopped listening to those long ago...
@KG-th3cr8 жыл бұрын
+ShroudedTraveler me either lol
@jacquelinedavis79067 жыл бұрын
ShroudedTraveler j
@dannyskins7 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight and Wheeler Walker Jr are the last Country Musicians around,
@Jdpat20047 жыл бұрын
D Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson, Eric Church, Stergil Simpson.... Plenty of them.
@imskeptic17 жыл бұрын
What's wrong with the world today? This guy should be major big time. Did he piss off the wrong people, or what? is there any justice. What's up with this?
@sdushdiu4 жыл бұрын
Actually, despite his excellent music, his rather anti-social demeanor hasn't helped endear him to folks in the industry...
@rastenger4 жыл бұрын
Antisocial? This is real talk, real life. Great stuff.
@sdushdiu4 жыл бұрын
Ralph Stenger Clueless, the content of his songs and his personal demeanor are two different things. And like it or not, rightly or wrongly, he has acquired the reputation of being 'difficult' to deal with by the who's its in the industry. No one is disputing the integrity of his music.
@samanthagabrielle87384 жыл бұрын
Yeah or maybe this song was stolen.....
@henrygiorgio31574 жыл бұрын
Not Jewish
@countrieboyz20092 жыл бұрын
This song is about me. I sit with it on repeat as the crazy in my eyes gets stronger.
@johnwbirkla60536 жыл бұрын
Might be his best, stellar lyrics!! I still remember the first time I heard it cruising on the Ohio River somewhere between Louisville and Owensboro KY. Lifelong hillbilly anthem!!!
@tylerbstudt4 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother for this song. This song helped me stay alive from my last deployment. I told you this in person a couple months ago at a bar north of Dallas and gave you a souvenir of my product that went Viral on the internet. Without this song i probably wouldnt have been able to. Thank you so much and i wish you and your family the best!
@jeremywilson51436 жыл бұрын
ONE OF THE BEST SINGER SONG WRITERS OF ALL TIME #REALCOUNTRYMUSIC
@christylvissering4337 Жыл бұрын
Love me some Chris Knight he's an amazing artist. Most people haven't heard of him. I try to interduce em to everyone
@erichayes902411 жыл бұрын
This is real, Music! Mr. Knight puts pen to paper with his heart bleeding through the ink. Stay true my friend!
@LieutenantDan1111 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight kicks ass..........
@klockhart14976 жыл бұрын
Love, love, love Chris Knight. Holy heck, what a songwriter.
@brandonvos43614 жыл бұрын
Can he get a like for all us rural folks plz. God's country here in eastern Oregon 🙂
@cantrellsteven18 жыл бұрын
Remember that song by Montgomery Gentry, She Couldn't Change Me? Yeah, Chris Knight wrote that, too.
@marshallh69566 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, I can't find Chris Knight's version
@stagmandan726 жыл бұрын
wow, I never knew that. No wonder i always like that one!
@randylivengood95055 жыл бұрын
Way do i do the things i do
@user-dg9en6jv1m10 ай бұрын
Found this at 21 i think instantly fell in love with it
@jp-yc7hv3 ай бұрын
Hits home every time
@1stbattlion3729 жыл бұрын
AMEN...CHRIS...AMEN...
@jbvo60375 жыл бұрын
Can say that this man is the most criminally underrated songwriter of our generation
@crazydave44555 жыл бұрын
Yes. Fantastic story teller. Go listen to down the river.
@jbvo60375 жыл бұрын
@@crazydave4455 absolutely amazing song, it's actually the first song I heard from him
@crazydave44555 жыл бұрын
👍 I find a lot of great and similar artists on a forth worth radio station, 95.9 the ranch. In fact they just played Chris's new song tonight. Bunch of great singer songwriters out there, if you know where to look.
@mikejones-wd9jt6 жыл бұрын
Kentucky boys bringing country back!
@cherylcaruso89513 жыл бұрын
And NC boys
@waynelyles94755 жыл бұрын
Seen him 23 times. From as far back as i can get..still awsome
@Alexinchains_4 жыл бұрын
There ought to be a town somewhere Named for how I feel Yeah I could be the mayor down there And say ‘welcome to sorryville’ It wouldn’t be on a map no where You might say that it don’t exist But if you make enough wrong turns It’da be hard to miss There ought to a bridge somewhere they could dedicate to me I'd probably come to the ceremony with a can of gasoline Walk on over to the other side Where I'd light a match Sit and stare through the smoke and flames and wonder how I'm gonna get back Why do I do the things I do? Was I born this way or am I self made fool? I shoot the lights and I curse the dark I need your love but I break your heart And I know the words that’ll bring you back but But I don’t say nothing as I watch you pack I had to work to become the jerk I've come to be It ain’t easy being me There oughta be a side show "act" For freaks like me I could be the star of the show w/ my name on the marquee In a room with a big red button that says ‘danger do not touch’ Twice a day I'd mash it down and you can watch me self-destruct Why do I do the things I do Was I born this way or am I self made fool I shoot the lights and I curse the dark I need your love but I break your heart And I know the words to get you back but But I don’t say nothing as I watch you pack I had to work to become the jerk i’ve come to be It ain’t easy being me It ain’t easy being me
@Dr._Swash_Buckler Жыл бұрын
Saw Chris live tonight. It was a blessing, wished I could have seen him in his prime though…
@mortyrulez8 жыл бұрын
Chris knight is the real country
@tradewatermusicfest31657 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Chris Knight performing on stage Saturday night!
@Derporsche4 жыл бұрын
Two of my favorite things.... Chris Knight and Demolition Derby's......
@diesel14483 жыл бұрын
Hell yes
@brandocomando797 Жыл бұрын
It sure as hell ain’t easy. I’m sick of this shit. This was added 14 years ago. I wouldn’t of understood this then when it came out, but now I can relate to it.
@wpackfan1214 жыл бұрын
the best songs the ones that make it to the top are the ones that are true and i tell you what this is about as true as it gets for anyone
@klikliks_service9 жыл бұрын
Another timeless classic by a true artist. This song is as fresh and real as the first time I heard it.
@bradgates42302 ай бұрын
The greatest injustice i feel in my life was not discovering Chris till 2018
@irishmmm5 жыл бұрын
Saw him a few weeks ago in Bristol TN! Acoustic style! Loved it!!!
@shadowlander30732 жыл бұрын
Stopped in for a cup of coffee 20 years ago and all my travels since then have brought me back, doesn't matter what continent I am on🤔
@justinfury6331 Жыл бұрын
Wore this whole album out back in the day and this is my favorite track on it.
@benjaminb28416 жыл бұрын
Chris you are the most real musician i have listened too. love your music and love the sound
@kerrynixon41423 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight changed my life, my music anyhow, how does he wrote this stuff, everybody I let listen to down the river all had the same fd up look on their face, 😧🤪🤤
@SUDREP2274 жыл бұрын
Forgot how great this song is listening to it in my garage on Labor Day weekend.. hits the spot love it
@raydukes46483 жыл бұрын
Awesome seeing him in Jackson Everyone sang every song, and I was right there with them Great experience
@tdv198510 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Probably my favorite song by Chris Knight.
@jjstak98h Жыл бұрын
I remember getting introduced to this tune on CMT’s show “Jammin’ Country”. They use to air the kinda stuff you don’t hear on the radio. This is real country music. All the bro-country, hick-hop phonies need to take note.
@drufried14772 жыл бұрын
Ain't been easy in a looong time, been listening to this song since it was put here 13yrs ago
@tacogillespie45618 жыл бұрын
hey Chris u almost got a million views. This my man. He sings songs that I wish I could say. Chris speaks for me
@johntaylor89466 жыл бұрын
Taco Gillespie a hundred at least are mine.lol
@colinirvine35762 жыл бұрын
His first album. Every song amazing. Remember hearing it on cmt breakthrough artists and having to order American import costing me £20... As a school boy a few years ago that was a lot of money but worth it and every album since
@greendog86823 жыл бұрын
2020 Chris Knight thank you.
@thebookpeddler4 жыл бұрын
Chris Knight has pulled me from hell multiple times... what a treasure...
@dianahayse10954 жыл бұрын
Don't beat yourself up. It is hard being who you are. People expect so much from you. It's hard to let people see the real person...then you don't seem together and in control. I understand you...I know you really struggle inside...so much is expected from you. God says, when much is given...much is expected. So you see with God given talents shared so widely. You gotta expect that from people. They live through you in many ways. You bring them so much happiness...they can escape from their pain awhile. But you too need someone and somewhere to escape too. I wanted to help you. God sent us to one another. But you are so deeply rooted in how you live. That you for who knows but God and you...you didn't embrace it. If I could right now I'd say baby lay down here. I'd massage your shoulders and your back for you. I'd give you a pep talk to encourage you...fill you back up. Sometimes we all need someone to just add to our lives cause we give so much. Something needs refilled. Be happy"Mac". That's all I ask of you .....be happy sweetie. My sweet little darlin.
@lightningfisher81775 жыл бұрын
I think ALOT of his songs would be great ROCK AND ROLL SONGS that being said their great as they are!!!
@mississippisheik113 жыл бұрын
I just found out about this guy and finally somebody has picked up the ball Steve Earle dropped in the early 90's and is putting out rich, powerful and masculine country music...the video is killer, too.
@ntmid8r33313 жыл бұрын
One of the best songwriter ever born in Missouri... M-I-Z...
@Patti8631411 жыл бұрын
I know the words that'll bring you back, but I don't say nothin' as I watch you pack .... it ain't easy being me. ♥
@chrisknight56523 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your nice comment on my post, it means a lot to me. I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email or you can as well add me up on WhatsApp through my mobile number that will be indicated below. Also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don’t reply unnecessary messages. Hangouts mail: knightchris075@gmail.com WhatsApp number: +1 (912) 800‑4693
@jeffscott83233 жыл бұрын
This Man should. Be a Super star.
@itchthisbitch1314 жыл бұрын
one of my favorite songs by him
@marlondeanclift3 жыл бұрын
Perfect music+lyrics. I've learned so much from him. Respect.
@BlakeNix8 жыл бұрын
Dude sure can write a song.
@ericfugate3063 жыл бұрын
Mad about it I still need a radio station
@gregmiller47695 жыл бұрын
Was a born this way...or am I a self made fool...this guy is amazing
@chancewiener46928 жыл бұрын
My perfect song!!!
@williamwcook62603 ай бұрын
If you let it history will reapeat itself if you let it look to god and what he has given not the Maybe you
@waynethomas43038 жыл бұрын
chris knight is the best saw him in macon georgia and the drummer is the man ...best band ever please come back
@laimbeersux11 жыл бұрын
Good, real, honest music.
@blakegleiter65833 жыл бұрын
Beautifully written
@robertfabian14214 жыл бұрын
WOw a great song and lyrics with great theme, should give a lot of people encouragement to be proud about them selves! Well done!
@MrTbonediesel13 жыл бұрын
@ruderevival deffinatly chris knight. he wrote it and is without a doubt in my book the greatest song writer in these times. I have everyone of his cd's and litterally just let them play over and over again in my truck