David Tolley on The Tonight Show

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi, I'm glad you enjoyed it, Johnny was great! For the first show, nervous scale 1 to 10, when I look back at it, I would say a 1 or 2, it was like a dream that just happened so quick that I didn't have time to get nervous, honestly. Second show, I had a week for my brain to process playing for 28 million people, just me and a piano, it was at least a 9, and probably a 10, I was terrified at times, until I sat at the piano and started playing. All the best, David

[@radiootoo]

"The Tinker" tragedy and triumph of John Bunyan. The musical needs to be composed!

[@buzzbuzz132]

....wonderful talent DT.....long time go by now....curious where you’re happening these days.....please advise

[@jenniferloving9054]

Beautiful piano playin'!

[@grandmaryables]

Awesome performance!!

[@horsedoconfb]

Awesome technique AND skillful showmanship! Such a rare and delightful combination!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi Yes, it changed immensely, things like: the White House saw the show and called me to play and emcee an event for the President, and many other things Thanks

[@Nils3OWN]

+David Tolley This is amazing, do you still play to this day? I'm glad you got this opportunity.

[@David.L.Tolley]

+KZbinr yes, I'm a music professor and I play a lot of events and concerts, but not as many as I used to, thanks

[@LybioNews]

+David Tolley You are awesome! Wow!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks

[@cocojace]

+David Tolley What an awesome performance David!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi It really wasnt a setup, my brother and I were at the beach and sightseeing all day, and my brother really wanted to see the TONIGHT SHOW LIVE before he flew back to OHIO the next day. The fact that I wasnt nervous was because I had no idea 28 million people were watching that night, quite honestly it was like a dream, lol.

[@madchad4805]

I saw the start of this in Facebook which directed you to a clickbait site to watch the whole video. So I came here to watch it.

[@JohnnyPerth]

Same

[@FahQx]

i just did the exact same thing lmao

[@JaysonElliot]

Same here!

[@GetFitwithDenise]

Me too 😊

[@wirajack]

Same 😁

[@Prellium]

Love the way he pretends he has an evening jacket on as he sits down. Brilliant playing Sir!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@Prellium thank you

[@tonyadams4989]

I noticed that, too! Total ham just like me!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@ glad you caught that, not many do, I was just having fun

[@David.L.Tolley]

After the show my phone rang off the hook for a couple days, I even got some marriage proposals ?? bizarre?? lol, but I stayed in touch with Johnny indirectly through his staff, he was truly a very kind man to me. THanks for asking

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks everyone for your wonderful comments, I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Johnny was so great to me!

[@EdDale44135]

Great to see this video! I hope all is still well with you.

[@David.L.Tolley]

@ thanks, I’m still doing music, but now on the east coast as a professor and trying to get one of my shows n Broadway

[@umberceri1441]

Great playing David - and by the way you were totally ADORABLE!

[@sethgoldberg3195]

I love the Internet. The fact that the artist(!) is responding to comments this many years later is just awesome.

[@PaceDesigns]

Well said man.

[@MrYawges]

+Seth Goldberg Its easy to be jaded by a lot of the nonsense the internet perpetuates, but it has redeeming qualities. David Tolley throwing up charming responses to this video decades after it happened is amazing.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi Seth, Thanks, I feel it's the least I can do since you all took the time to watch this old Carson clip, I'm glad you enjoyed it All the best to you, David

[@hopemccoy]

I'm still thinking this was very staged.

[@marka1422]

@@hopemccoy --Wow! You just can't believe anything can just happen, huh? How sad for you!

[@irgski]

Who but Johnny would take a risk like this and have it come out so great?

[@TorstenAdair]

Johnny Carson frequently had regular people on the show, and he loved a good gimmick.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks, it was a lot of fun Johnny was great

[@aakksshhaayy]

+David Tolley did you get laid after the show from an audience member

[@jjnelson222]

+aakksshhaayy Of course he did, what kind of stupid fucking question is that?

[@David.L.Tolley]

No comment

[@GretelsGems]

Phenomenal! I loved that he dressed very very casual.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you!

[@WTSTF378]

David, we were seated next to the right of you in the audience that memorable night. My late friend Smittee was directly next to you, he was a contestant on 'Putting on the Hits' at the time...and later traveled with the Jump in the Saddle Band mimicking 'The Curly Shuffle'. I'm the guy with shades, and shortly after this did radio in your hometown of Columbus. I'll never forget how impressive you were that night, told the story dozens of times and forwarded this video as well

[@David.L.Tolley]

Larry Genta Wow Wonderful memories

[@mikesapp3241]

Now, this. This is so awesome.

[@darrelyoung3485]

​@@David.L.Tolley my first time seeing you play the music from CATS. well done, your playing and your showmanship with the audience.

[@wild_mustangs_and_parrots]

@@darrelyoung3485 ha, me too. I just saw it. I came to youtube to look for it because I wasn't 'buying in to' the real I just saw! ha. And it was the perfect song for me tonight. Beautiful and done with passion.

[@deanamarie130]

Who else is here in 2024! David Tolleyyou are amazingly talented!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@deanamarie130 thank you Deana

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@deanamarie130 thank you

[@wesleychapelrealtordronepilot]

@@David.L.Tolley Wow. Your still here responding tonight even. So cool! :)

[@robinae3841]

Really enjoyed this. David is wonderful and of course so was Johnny

[@annerussell-bruno9783]

This somehow popped up on Facebook and I came over here to listen. Fabulous!

[@David.L.Tolley]

I'm trying It's pretty exhausting after awhile I feel it's the least I could do You all took your time on a Friday night to watch a clip of mine Thanks

[@shadow.banned]

In flipflops too! You're the man! Respect.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Glad you enjoyed it

[@niraea]

+David Tolley you're amazing! i'm really inspired to continue on my piano endeavors.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Great I wish you all the best with your art Take care David

[@GomaGoesFishing]

+David Tolley Are there any songs that sound similar to Memories? I love the happy, cheerful tone and rapid pace of that song. Your performance was amazing. I used to play the piano in elementary school. I was really good. I used to play at concerts, but I stopped in middle school after the pressure was overwhelming, and I've forgotten all of it. It's one of my biggest regrets in life. Seeing your performance gives me the spark to play again.

[@laurabrooks3076]

Watched several times, saved it . Marvelous. I’m smiling. Its4am:) back to sleep.

[@greggriffin3422]

Hello!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

[@seangray3653]

Excellent!!! I watched an interview you did where you explained how you treated the performance like you were playing for a few hundred people. I can only imagine how I would react knowing so many were watching... How you got up on stage and sat down at the piano and made it seem like the millionth time you did that same routine!?!?! You didn't play the piano. It was a performance.... in flip flops no less!! I will never tire of watching these!!

[@greggriffin3422]

Hello!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

[@TheCamdog9]

He is an amazing pianist and I had the honor of hearing him play personally. He actually played for a church in my hometown of Columbus Ohio at Liberty Presbyterian Church and knows my dad. Almost three years ago I was getting married at a different church and my dad asked David Tolley if he could be the pianist during the ceremony and he said yes. He also got a soprano friend of his to perform "All I Ask Of You" from Phantom of the Opera with him and it was magical. My pastor was so impressed that he could make the old piano he was playing on sound amazing, especially after my dad got it tuned just for David. So I just want to say to David Tolley, this is Cameron Sturgeon, now Cameron Schoonbeck, youngest daughter of Jeff Sturgeon if you needed to know the connection, thank you for making my special day even more special. I will never forget it. Keep on being this amazing.

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@TheCamdog9 Hi Cameron, I just saw this! I remember you, your wedding, and of course your dad. A beautiful wedding! Happy Holidays

[@judithcopeland6821]

Wow....how cool is this? Prime example of how a moment in time can change a person's life.....good job.....

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Judith Copeland Thanks Judith Yes, it changed pretty quick But im pretty much the same guy I was before the show Take care david

[@JohnieHall]

And, here in 2024 still blessing people. Happened to stumble upon this and it brought a big smile to my face. Just a genuinely fun moment in our good but fallen world. What a blessing.

[@07ZOEchanel]

Same here, watching Johnny Carson's shorts and found this one!!! 💗

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@JohnieHall Thankyou, johnny was the best, he was so nice to me🎹😊

[@my31and37]

As a drummer, I'll admit to, many times, having the dream of being at a concert of a major band, when they realize they have no drummer and call me from the audience.....You lived it back then, that had to feel incredible!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi To be honest, it still seems like it was a dream, honestly I remember going to the show from the beach, and sitting in the audience, But after that, it's dreamlike Keep on drumming Best David

[@steve41557]

I think that happened at a WHO concert - their drummer couldn't play, so they drafted a drummer from the audience.

[@marywalker8473]

Haven't heard anyone play like that since Liberace! I like how you throw back the tails on your tux!!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi Mary, Glad you caught that, Not everyone notices that, I was such a ham, Glad I don't realize I was playing for 28 million people that night, I probably would of fainted. Take care, David

[@HSHS67VA]

Beautiful! David is such a talented, personable performer with impeccable piano technique! To play as he did before millions without rehearsal is amazing! Moments like this were what made Johnny the king of television for all time!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you, I’m glad I didn’t know 29 million people were watching that night, I would have been shaking in my sandals.

[@michellemorford349]

So amazing how the internet brings back memories from nearly 40 years ago….. Which I’m sure would have gone viral today. Great performance! 🎹

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@michellemorford349 thanks Michelle, if I didn’t have a recording of it, I would eventually feel that it was a dream and never happened, lol

[@Sparky2402]

Never get tired of watching this and on how great of a pianist you are. God bless you and yours.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you and God bless you also

[@pattygonzales9605]

!st time seeing this. Enjoyed it very much. Thanks for sharing.

[@greggriffin3422]

Hello!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

[@emloharys]

This was so awsome to watch. A complete natural with showmanship. Had the crowd eating out of his talented hands.

[@shariboyd332]

Everytime I see this - it's not the beautiful and gifted playing that always impresses me but the amazing, sweet and funny personality ~ still makes me smile!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Awe thanks Shari

[@owenmelmag]

I agree with you Shari. And yes David, your attitude made it all the more pleasant to watch. To think that I just watched it this year and was only born after a decade of this performance is truly awesome. Great job! 😊

[@David.L.Tolley]

sorry, I came straight from the beach, I didnt even know that my brother wanted to go to the show until midday of sight seeing, lol

[@MaryMcgee-z5w]

Thank you David

[@David.L.Tolley]

100% honest, Johnny would of had to explain it to everyone when it was all over. He was too classy to not be honest - THE KING OF LATE NIGHT

[@kevindorland738]

Agree.

[@keykylasofandros5501]

absolute king

[@sarahm2137]

Lol are you here from reddit too?

[@Raychillicious]

@@sarahm2137 yes, I am. 😄

[@scm0717]

That was what was so magical about Johnny's shows. You never knew who Johnny would give the opportunity of you life to and he loved doing that. Wow David!

[@rylod65]

Awesome.....with a capitol A......!!!!! (But we all know just how wonderful you are) i'm just glad i have had the pleasure of working with such a genius.....many more blesses to come...!!!!!

[@ChristoMac]

Wow, that's amazing! It must feel like a dream remembering this awesome moment in your life.

[@steve41557]

I remember seeing this Johnny Carson show live when it happened. What a great inspiration for Johnny to come up with - he knew he has a talented audience!

[@TheJazzyVaudevillian]

David, How very exciting and wonderful that experience must have been for you.

[@David.L.Tolley]

yes, Johnny was great to me

[@bobresciniti2471]

David, you were awesome!!!! Not only do you play fantastic but you added some humor - outstanding!

[@robertbeaumont790]

I just saw this for the first time... How amazing and wonderful!!!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@robertbeaumont790 thanks🎹😊

[@redalrt4]

Excellence on display👍Thanks for the refresher on what that looks like.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Wow thank you Merry Christmas David

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks, I'm glad my mom kept encouraging me to keep at it even when I didnt want to :~)

[@timanderson9896]

@David.L.Tolley I was a public school teacher for 10 years, and I would always show my students this clip so they could see that opportunity knocks at the times we are least expecting it. I would always emphasize that your life apparently changed that day BECAUSE YOU RAISED YOUR HAND. When opportunity knocked, you answered... such an important lesson. Also, I showed them this clip because I honestly just wanted them to see your performance as well because it's such a beautiful arrangement of an already beautiful song.

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@timanderson9896 thank you Tim, and thank you for all that you do for your students, HAPPY HOLIDAYS

[@hakemon]

I was gonna comment about how awesome that piano playing was, then realized I'm talking on the players own page. :) That was seriously awesome, and very well played. I loved it!

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Brandon MacEachern Thanks Brandon

[@chickenbone445]

+Brandon MacEachern haha that was my thought as well!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks

[@judylehner1070]

FANTASTIC!!! I loved watching this (all these years later) and those flip flops were hilarious!! Way to go David!!!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@judylehner1070 thanks Judy, I still have the flip flops, lol

[@marcmccomiskey]

As a European and someone who was too young to see Johnny. I only recently discovered his shows and what comes across is, with his natural laid back persona, he really put great emphasis on making his guests look great and brought out their best. After watching this I am blown away such a thing occurred and how Johnny rolled with it and just let it happen. What an amazing Story David, You absolutely nailed it! Not many with your talent could do that!

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Marc McComiskey Thanks a lot Marc for your very kind words Glad you enjoyed it Take care david

[@11lesle]

Hi David, I just heard "Cats" for the first time today, 9-25-2015. I wish I would have heard your performance many years earlier because it was my Dad's favorite Broadway song. He passed away 9-3-1996. I have an amazing son, Mark. He was born on 12-26-1989. He plays the piano, but I will not go out on the limb and say Mark plays as well as you do. Mark has an inborn gift. Just like you do. I am so HAPPY that you were in the right place at the right time. I am always hoping for the same moment for Mark....for God to open a door for my son. Bless you and Thank you for an enjoyable performance. L. M. O'Reilly

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Lesle Marie O'Reilly God Bless you Lesle and all the best to your son Mark :-)

[@RamblinAround]

That was an amazing moment. Nicely done.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Johnny was great to allow that to,happen, All the best, David

[@myproamballroomdancecompet727]

Wow!! David is amazingly talented, a gifted pianist and the humor and performance is superb !! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@myproamballroomdancecompet727 thank you, you are very kind

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks for all the comments. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, it was a lot of fun, but to be honest, the 2nd time I was asked to be on, I was incredibly nervous and almost too nervous to go on. Johnny was the nicest man to me, both times, he was definitely THE KING OF LATE NIGHT TV.

[@oildalejones567]

Referred by a Facebook post. Just incredible. I might have shed a tear or two. 👏🏼

[@David.L.Tolley]

@ Thankyou 🎹

[@lucgroleau8522]

Congratulations David. This is truly impressive. So glad that your career became something to aspire towards. Simply fantastic!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@lucgroleau8522 thank you

[@markovelikonja5399]

This was one of my favorite Carson moments. I didn’t remember the pianist’s name but I remembered he was pretty good. I can’t imagine this happening today, not only because no late-night show is likely to book a classical pianist, but this kind of spontaneity has disappeared from television.

[@92Keys]

You killed it, David! That must have been the experience of a lifetime.

[@David.L.Tolley]

+92 Keys Thanks a lot I tried Johnny was great Take care david

[@craigrichardnelson]

It was not just your artistry and presence at the keys, but what stunned me was how you totally owned that audience. And you made them happy to be owned. Bravo!

[@mathmotivation]

Loved it!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you

[@theziashow181]

That is quite possibly the best rendition of Memories I have ever heard. Well done!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you All the best to you David

[@SoothingJazz88]

Kudos to this man. Brings me back to the time I was at a George Duke show. He was asking keyboardists to come up and I didn’t have the nerve to do it. Always regretted that. Good for him for having the courage

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@SoothingJazz88 thanks, I’m kind of glad that I didn’t realize what was happening

[@mindiegoodrich4963]

That is just so perfect! Right time, right place, absolutely right talent! Wow!

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Mindie Goodrich Thanks Mindie, glad you enjoyed it All the best to you

[@fendyoasis8933]

Just watched it just now on fb. Glad you are doing well Mr. Tolley. Couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy. You deserve this.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you

[@fpoasec]

Bravo! Performing at a scheduled event is one thing. Performing impromptu in front of the world - You rocked it.

[@David.L.Tolley]

fpoasec thanks

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks, it was my younger brother's idea to go to the show!

[@yendor2043]

That was awesome! You rocked out and remained calm under serious pressure. This made my night.

[@David.L.Tolley]

+R odney awe thanks Rodney Your comment made my night Take care david

[@tamirike]

I love how you are not nervous and play like a professional! What a great memory!

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Tami Rike Thanks Tami Actually on the first show I didnt have any time to get nervous, lol But on the 2nd show when he had me back as the first guest, I was terrified

[@tamirike]

I watched that, too. You were great!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks again

[@tamirike]

Where did he send you for dinner the first time? It's funny that you got almost $500 the second time.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Tony Roma's ribs in Beverly Hills

[@fun2badult]

When Preparation meets Opportunity

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Astro Physics Thanks Take care david

[@Nothguorb1]

Watching at 3:30 AM east coast US. Unhappy time in my life. I love the innocent and spontaneous feeling of this. Made me smile, thanks David

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Nothguorb1 Thanks for sharing Hang in there, one day at a time, it will get better All the best to you, david

[@marilynmcdaniel1117]

So neat. I just love stories like this.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Johnny was great to me

[@SAOProductions1955]

What is so amazing about this is the fact that most of the "professionals" on that stage (that includes Carson) were equally "amazed" that talent such as this is in the audience and judging by their reactions are not expecting it! This little example of the common men and women that make up the general culture are in many respects just as talented as those who make their living as entertainers - all they lack is the opportunity to come their way to display it! Well played Mr. Tolley!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@SAOProductions1955 Wow, so well said!! I pretty much tell all my music industry college students that every semester. There are thousands of pianists who are a lot better than me, and there are thousands of composers who are better than me, its just happened that I was out in Los Angeles and Disney heard some of my music and commissioned me to do all of the new music for their EURO DISNEY park in Paris, but I’m no better than thousands of other composers, I just happened to be in the right place at the right time. I feel sad for my college students whose dreams are crushed because they didn’t find an open door for their ART. Thanks for your wonderful insight and comments! - David

[@SingleTax]

5:02 - That gentle tap on the hand, as if to say: "Dude I'm not trying to upstage you on your own show. I'm just that good. Sorry."

[@jaydee_0079]

I remember watching that episode (in bed on the 9 inch black and white TV in the bedroom) it still feels like only last year Johnny was hosting the show. Most of his monologues are still funny today. I never knew what all happened to the pianist after the show, but I'm pleased to learn that it provided him with a life changing opportunity.

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@jaydee_0079 johnny was the best🎹

[@livibam]

good for you mate. you owned that!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks, all the best, david

[@desertwolf3818]

Very cool David, what a great moment... Sure miss Johnny.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks a lot Glad you enjoyed it Johnny was the coolest

[@RLDacia]

For a man who's so talented and successful, you are also really humble and grateful to the ones who've helped you. I am sure you are the man with 10 talents in the bible, may God bless you more every day, Sir.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Wow, you blessed me with your comments, I wish I had 10 talents, to be really honest, I personally don't feel I have anything special talent wise, in high school and in college it seemed like I had to practice longer and harder than the normal student. God Bless you all the days of your live

[@RLDacia]

David Tolley Thank you. There are many talents and gifts from God, some people might start with 2 or 3, but they love what they do so much and they work harder than anyone else, God give them 4 sometimes 10 times more than what they originally had(Of course there are this kind that start with 5 and end with 0 because they did nothing about it). ^^ You earned your talents Sir.

[@LamiMartin]

Wow what a phenomenal moment that must of been!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Lami Yea it was great, but it actually seems like it was a dream. Best, David

[@shockerjason]

WOW. He did that on the spot without any sort of warm-up? Maybe he warmed up a bit during the commercial break, but even still. He didn't even look slightly nervous. Simply incredible.

[@virginiasoskin9082]

Absolutely excellent rendition of "Memory" from "Cats". I wish I could play that well!

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@virginiasoskin9082 you actually probably better than me

[@666tReaper]

I honestly thought this was too cool to have possibly been true. I'm so glad it was real, it must have felt truly epic!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Yea, it was definitely one of the highlights of my life Best David

[@Gigette7]

I’ve watched this video so many times and it still puts a smile on my face. This is one of my all-time favorites. Beautifully played! So amazing.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you Gigette, I’m glad you enjoyed it, Johnny was the best. Have a great day David

[@Gigette7]

@@David.L.Tolley My mom is the one who wrote about your incredible, inspirational Johnny Carson story in a Korean newspaper. She was a big fan! FYI Unfortunately, she passed away last month due to COVID.

[@David.L.Tolley]

@@Gigette7 I am so sorry to hear that. Take care, David

[@DrJonez]

Huge Carson fan since I was a kid and somehow had never heard of this moment until today. Crying laughing. You did such an amazing job! 🤣

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks, music is all I've really done for the last 30 years :~D

[@janettucker1235]

How wonderful! THIS is when talk shows were great especially Johnny! David you play beautifully! Are you still performing professionally?

[@greggriffin3422]

Hello!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

[@fishhawklakerealtor]

This was awhile ago, I"m sure, but it still packs quite a punch! David, you were phenomenal, and funny to boot! Loved this video...oh so great. Merry Christmas 2015!

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you So glad you enjoyed it Merry Christmas Gayle

[@lilsuzq32]

I like the Liberace "over-the-shoulder" look :)

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hahaha Glad you liked it, they didn't teach me that at college, lol I had to learn that by playing a lot of piano bars Take care, David

[@rebeccawhite8459]

Wow, the guy has a lot of confidence and sooooo much passion for his music......delightful

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Kenny

[@TehDFC]

Thanks for the flashback to a wonderful TV show and time.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Dick Johnny was classic

[@Soundwrecker]

Does anyone know a similar story where The Who pulled a drummer out of the audience to finish a show? This was really great David! You rocked it!

[@ntolk7]

Ya. It definitely happened at a show in Pittsburgh. I think there is a clip out there somewhere.

[@shonc8338]

So many good memories staying up and watching johnny Carson. A better day and time.

[@David.L.Tolley]

I agree, it was a better day and time, Johnny was king

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Em

[@mylusernameslJustin]

hey David, are you Jewish by chance?

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Justin Hodge There is some Jewish blood way way back in my family tree But I'm a Christian Did you think that because my last musical was SONG OF SOLOMON best David

[@kibasoul]

That is the dream of so many performers. What a great thing. Good work!

[@PatClone]

TIL: Nike shirts have literally not changed in 30 years.

[@David.L.Tolley]

+PatClone Yep It works Take care david

[@reallylovedogs]

How magic, congratulations sir. Years of prep and love, allowed you to shine. You earned it.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Melvin Take care David

[@bitmaxim]

Gotta wonder if he knew the laughs at around 4:25 were about his sandals ... good sport either way!

[@David.L.Tolley]

I had no idea what they were laughing at, thanks for your comment!

[@ThreeTwoVictor]

David Tolley Hey, David! I know your brother Steve! He told me about this, but I had no idea you were a random audience member! Remarkable performance! It's a small world after all!

[@mhadman]

This is just plain awesome. Fantastic to see hard work and dedication pay off like this. I guess you never know when your life will change..

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi Thanks I'm just thankful that my mom encouraged me to practice every day😊 All the best to you David

[@David.L.Tolley]

Hi Yariv That's pretty accurate Thanks

[@mjlv3862]

You're charismatic as heck

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Max

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Max

[@2tinytreasures]

That was amazing! Wow amazing timing! Great shoes LOL Miss Johnny Carson days!

[@freshfed]

hahaha and the little smug/self-assured comical head wiggle smile combo is perfect haha

[@joschmo6159]

This is very inspiring to not be afraid of your talents, big or small, and just go for it. You never know what could happen. I love it and you're amazing David!

[@David.L.Tolley]

+Rebeka Nixon Thanks a lot Rebeka All the best to you david

[@sniggity]

It has been said that new comedians and musicians that went on Carson had their lives changed immensely for the better (I.e. Drew Carey) for doing so. I hope things happened for you, too !

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thank you Yes a lot of great things happened after the first and second show

[@skerneydkm]

That was great! Thanks David.

[@David.L.Tolley]

+ivan salinas THanks Ivan

[@RXbigZ]

damn talented

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanx

[@nitalee4546]

Wow!! Just ran across this great video!! Loved Johnny Carson and loved watching the change he must have made in this very talented young man’s life!! We need more of this today!! Now, to look up more David Tilley videos!!

[@greggriffin3422]

Hello!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!.... Stay safe

[@rusty6172]

4:24: WHAT ARE THOOOOSE

[@gunnergoz]

How did I miss this show? I always watched Johnny! Oh, wait, I was overseas back then. Well, nice to see it now and thanks for a great performance.

[@David.L.Tolley]

Thanks Glad you enjoyed it