Dobie Gray - Drift Away (Original Official Video)

[@Phantom-tg3qh]

Anyone here in 2024?!? Always will be a classic 🙌🏻 thank you guys so much for 1k likes! I never thought this many people would interact with this comment. Love you all!

[@MountainMama325]

This song has always been my favorite and it really does soothe my soul

[@winsteaddiane9753]

Love me some Dobie!!!

[@lievecollard8033]

Yep and still loving it

[@myty1124]

Timeless classic

[@alinthecloud]

4-10-24. Still awesome.

[@lynnbaker6331]

A wonderful man, but also a kind and gentle one. Having no wife or children, he left not only all his assets but also future royalties to St. Judes Children's Hospital and The Tennessee School for the Deaf. GOD bless him.

[@epicdays3339]

Flying with the Angels in heaven 💞💞

[@owretchedguy07]

He should be.

[@juliejarrard9682]

Wow. Just adds to appeal!

[@sandraherl6067]

Amazing man❤

[@sandraherl6067]

❤

[@tylerdodd2290]

Anyone still listening to this in 2021? I just recently found this to be the original and its the only one I like

[@SamsungSamsung-gh1us]

I discoverd the song Today 🤗

[@shellydubray8759]

Yes, I am. I have heard other's but I love this one!!✌💞

[@kathleenmurphy6220]

Most definitely still listening.

[@aliciahall7454]

Yep. This is the best version for sure.

[@godfreystoby9800]

There is a very early version of this song, by a singer name Mark Holder. As a matter of fact, that was the very first version that I heard. It was very good. Later I learned of this version.

[@johannaphilander5367]

I am 72 years old and still listening to this song Reminds me of my young and care free days.

[@michaelsherman-w6v]

I am70 and still listen to him.

[@robbiedailey6865]

67 here and still jammin' to it!

[@thunder3399]

I'm 18 and learnin from the best!

[@blgdinger3]

@@thunder3399 look up Bachman Turner Overdrive

[@eddieBoxer]

Same here still listening to rock and roll, heay metal, and cocaine.

[@danielthompson8306]

I loved this song when I was 16...Now, I'm 65 and it makes me cry that the World Has Lost Its decency...and it's mind. Tears.

[@jeffreysmith6604]

I am right behind brother. It's a sad place we live in now. I am so glad that I and you grew up in the times when things were alot easier. This song always reminds me of those days. I was 13 in 1973. This song just took me away and it still does

[@meob2259]

This world has lost its mind lost its way and and there are not enough people that will put there hand up and say enough is enough it will be you and me that will pay the price

[@danielthompson8306]

My 20 year old son is in his 3rd year College-Army-ROTC...I wish he was 8 years old again---and we were fishin'.

[@charleshimes1634]

A good comment, Daniel, and so true.

[@brenohighland1168]

correct you are

[@AM-ex1kv]

THIS SONG IS 48 years old and is still the best song ever to come out

[@RBS314]

One of the best. I’m 66, and this really takes me back to when things were good.

[@REV-mu5tu]

58 & 1 of the Best

[@leebowens2631]

@@RBS314 I second that ! I remember my father and relatives, and friends who were around with this came out but are no longer here. you are a year older than me .

[@AM-ex1kv]

Also thx for 69 likes

[@marknorris1381]

@@AM-ex1kv 77 with my 'like'. I remember watching this on the Midnight Special. Great song, great vocalist.

[@lorenrobertson8039]

I was so blessed, and priviledged to get to know Mr. Gray. I was his nurse for a few weeks and did all I could to make his stay with us comfortable and pleasant. I am not the kind of person who gets starstruck by famous or VIP people. He was an amazingly kind and real person. He was full of love and shared many stories with me. He was an honorable man, with strong moral convictions. Was appreciative to all of us and what we did to help him. Never a better patient did I ever have. I grew to care for him as an individual and I treasure that time I had with him. What a gift! What a good memory to have from a very difficult and hard career. Patients like Dobie made it all worth while. RIP my dear friend. You were more than your fame, you were a blessing to me by sharing your testimony of salvation through our Lord Jesus. I'll never forget you.

[@alisterfolson]

+Loren Robertson Thanks for being there for him, more than your job allowed, what happened to him, cancer?

[@lorenrobertson8039]

+ALISTER FOLSON I heard that he died from natural causes. He was not in my place of employment when he passed so I don't know. And if he had been my patient then I would not have been able to share this info anyway. I just am honored to have spent time with such a sweet soul. And I will see him in Heaven one fine day. He is free now.

[@alisterfolson]

Ok, thanks for that info

[@dsclaiborne31]

Bull don't believe you unless you got pics to prove it.

[@fancifulfilly]

Who cares whether you believe it or not? It's hardly a glamorous tale, or the kind of thing you adolescents invent. That is not a far-fetched story at all. Somebody had to have been his nurse at some point in his life. Likely more than one person, since most people go in the hospital a few times over the course of their lives. And, if the nurse loved the patient's songs, he would be one they'd be apt to remember. Likely you disbelieve her because she didn't invent any dirty laundry that you're so eager to hear. It isn't customary for nurses to snap pics of their patients. In fact, it would be most unprofessional.

[@cranfordpat]

Listening to this March 7, 2024. Fantastic

[@mixinmagic5995]

Pure and utter class. Wish there was a bus that could take me back to the 70's. Better music and better times. Thanks for posting.

[@lorenrobertson8039]

Yes that would be great! Or a Tardis lol. I wouldn't want to live life over...it's been a hard road to travel. It would be neat though to be able to travel back to the 70's maybe even set a few things straight. But I'm the sum total of all I experienced. And I cannot wait to transition Home to Heaven.

[@henrysmith5472]

@@lorenrobertson8039 Amen Loren...Heaven is where its at. See ya there.

[@britviking5960]

Get me a ticket I'm on that bus

[@phillyl4235]

I mean you can just play the music and close your eyes and you're there

[@stone-coldsteveautism6986]

There is such a conveyance. It belongs to the Partridge Family. Peace, pot, micro-dot. 🖖

[@knowtheledge1930]

I used to love this song even as a 5 yr old little boy. It's hard to put your finger on it, though. Is it country? Is it rock & roll? Is it r&b? One thing's for sure. IT IS PURE MAGIC!

[@JS-kz9xl]

no need to put a finger on or Define it as anything other then Soulful beauitful Music Charles , though I admit I said the exact same thing when i came across it this evening again.....

[@knowtheledge1930]

@@JS-kz9xl Indeed!

[@ceebee4360]

@@knowtheledge1930 It's just brilliant music bro. We don't need labels, just enjoy it man

[@knowtheledge1930]

@@ceebee4360 Absolutely!

[@valtaylor2574]

i remember when this song first came out. I was 8. that was a long time ago. its still great.

[@EsthieSkinCare]

It’s 2023, and this song will always soothe my soul.

[@poed75]

I assume you also get lost in the rock and roll as well?

[@projectkiro5450]

One could say you drift away, listening to this gem.

[@maryanncolyer9378]

Mine too

[@maryanncolyer9378]

❤

[@sharoneh8929]

Pure JOY ‼️💯💞💓💕💚🤍💖💓💙🩵💌❤️

[@iahzimba]

Am still listening to this timeless masterpiece in 2024 and beyond 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🌊🌊🌊

[@baileybadass2235]

2023 and still one of the greatest songs ever recorded

[@BobRooney290]

Upon his passing in 2011 to cancer, he gave away everything to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Tennessee School for the Blind. his soul has definitely been freed. his music, legendary forever. nobody can take that from him.

[@cole8813]

It is

[@donovandavidson5937]

@@BobRooney290 really any children of his

[@jeanrocque-rr4ec]

WAS, IS & ALWAYS WILL BE!!!!

[@franktucker5]

amen

[@suze816]

For me, this IS the original artist.. I don't want to hear anyone else's version ! .. This one is Perfect..

[@LionKinglife]

I agree

[@chrismulwee4911]

Well country-rock singer John Henry Kurtz was the first to record it a year earlier, but I agree with you that THIS version is the BEST! I remember when this came out in '73. I was six years old and would sing it constantly in the playground.

[@fyffelyffe7593]

Wonder were he heard it? This is the original to me. Too much soul to think he was singing someone else's song.

[@chrismulwee4911]

@@fyffelyffe7593 But there are times such as this one where a cover version can improve upon an original. For me another exampled is Ike and Tina Tuners cover of CCR's PROUD MARY

[@Nan-dx4xc]

Hear, hear!

[@Steve-yo4ld]

It doesn't get any better than this, 1973, 50 years have passed, how?😢 To all those amazing days we thought would last forever!❤

[@gbh5912]

They do, in memories

[@carrietaylor3304]

Why does it hurt so much 😢

[@gbh5912]

@@carrietaylor3304 It don't, it's epic

[@joeyfromcali]

Born in 73 im 50 now Ive heard this song all my life. love it

[@KennethFord-e2o]

Still listening in 2023

[@brandonpennington1983]

One of the greatest songs of ALLTIME. I'm here 51 years later 6-30-2024

[@denisejudd5832]

7-13-2024 One of the greatest songs of ALL TIME

[@I_am_Junebug]

Right behind ya, bro. It's his birthday (7/26) and also mine. ❤

[@jeanineshaffer5650]

And I'm here 61 year's later ❤❤❤❤

[@crosstiespike]

I'm 75 and this is one of my all time favorites. Real music that gives me chills.

[@jenniferharris5737]

Thank you God

[@jamesmichaelfrank]

Amen brothers

[@SunnyDaysSucker]

I'm a teenager and I like the 1900s music better then whatever dumb crap comes out now.

[@SunnyDaysSucker]

I recommend the song people are people

[@annenikolaou629]

Yeah I agree 59 here I would have been what ? 11 when it came out . ❤️

[@robertyoung-l9p]

I'm playing this for my wife who passed away six years this week,and is one of my favorites from years ago😊

[@joeyfromcali]

Sorry for your loss. Mine is still with me. I love her very much and cant conceive losing her. By your post I guess we never do. 🙂

[@johnhoy9512]

my wife died in 2020, right before the pandemic. I feel your loss.

[@michaelm9361]

I'm sorry about your wife, man .

[@sonnyelsa5709]

My heart goes out to you. ❤❤ Never stop the music that soothes your soul.

[@tyronebrown-osborne58]

LOVE!

[@quadralynnmatlock3898]

I played this song for my dad as he was drifting away. This was one of his favorites. Tonight makes the first time since 1/17/21 that I’ve listened to it and I’m glad I did…RIP daddy😢💙

[@pc2726]

oh man

[@mr.typhon7997]

[@lisasilverman3456]

My heart goes out to you. I remember how devastating it was to lose my dad, and how very long it took to get over the loss. Give yourself all the time you need, and be kind to yourself. Grieving takes its own time. The first year after a loss is always the worst.the pain gradually lessens from there.

[@quadralynnmatlock3898]

@@lisasilverman3456 thank you!!

[@lisasilverman3456]

@@quadralynnmatlock3898 you’re most welcome.

[@defjam1902]

I was born in 1973 when this came out and my mother said that this was my song for life, could there have been a better song?! Maybe, but this is just perfect for me. Thank you mum. R.I.P.

[@dianebaker6207]

A favourite from the day it came out. And I'm 65 😊.

[@dzungnguyen1108]

me too !and i am 66 haha😀😃☺

[@1b127]

I'm 60 and this has to be one of my very favorites then and now....2024

[@jerrycampbell-p9j]

mine too and i'm 72

[@lynnbaker6331]

Hey youngsters! I'm 86 and still smill when I hear this.

[@MikeL-ww8rg]

Yeah well I'm 67 and still listening to that SONG and ALL that GOOD OLE ROCKIN ROLL BRO'S&SISTERS

[@merrynmusic]

10 years today since we sadly lost Dobie. I'm so glad we have his music, he was so talented.

[@karlbuchanan1363]

He was the first to make it gold and still the best

[@thomasferrusi1345]

Peace Out Dobie 🙏

[@grandspringdale1564]

He shall live forever🤟

[@maryannvaldez7694]

💙🙏💙🎶🎶🎶

[@johnfluke8676]

He never wrote drift away metor did and dobie sang it

[@DanoSeer]

Gotta be in the top 10 greatest songs of all time.

[@silevesileve6279]

#1 song on my list of all time- this from a KISS/ Iron Maiden fan

[@chives6769]

Nah it’s not that good like it’s all right but not really like on the level of American Pie

[@fairydancer1963]

It’s my most favorite song of all! And that’s saying a lot as I love all types of music.

[@ogam5]

@@silevesileve6279: Up the IRONS! - my ALL-time favorite though: "What Is Life".....

[@jeremycleary2115]

My first 100 favorite songs are Rush songs but classics like this are amazing

[@richardflores237]

To my brother who embodied this song, but died the same year it came out, 1973. You live in this song, little brother!

[@zinc565]

Who's still listening to this amazing song in 2020

[@t.d.fields1986]

I am! I woke up at 4:27 a.m. with it on my mind!!! And 1 hour later, here I am!

[@andrewharrington4221]

Just yesterday, and this morning.

[@hmm4232]

@@andrewharrington4221 and i am listening to this beautiful song

[@lazar4126]

Net me im actually from 2002

[@anatisogoni1922]

Yhooo this is the love of ma life this song

[@victormoon2349]

Dobie was full of soul. Nobody can sing this song like he did. R.I.P. Dobie Gray. Thanks for the memories….

[@victormoon2349]

@@jmit3491 you are correct.

[@musadube1112]

I love this song

[@TheBob3759]

Amen to that.

[@jerrykinnin7941]

This song is as close to perfection as we can get.

[@karlbuchanan1363]

I can see clearly now, the rain is gone.....not far behind

[@coldwynn]

Well ... there was a girl I met.

[@drsquashhead1656]

@@coldwynn was gonna say.......

[@RussellMiguez-x5m]

im 65 years old and man let me tell you guys, this brings back so many many good memories, i really miss my younger days. It is hell to get older when the years just fly by so fast. But no regrets what so ever!!

[@brucem8129]

💯, I'm 63, feeing it.

[@tefenstrat]

So well said. I am 66 now and just now coming to grips with the fact that the number of days I have left -is getting shorter quick. I have had a great life though and just like the lyrics to this song says " Thanks for the joy you have given me" Just keep thinking that way and I will too. :-)

[@richardwebb8047]

You're 65 years on this earth, not old. Live and enjoy this life as much as you can while you can. Sorry, just felt this urge to write this.

[@richardwebb8047]

​​@@tefenstrat66 isn't so old. And even if you do leave this world... I promise there's something beyond. I don't know what but I know for sure.

[@budburckhardt1090]

Right there with you!

[@VernCrisler]

I think Dobie's version became a big hit because it is very soulful, which was popular at the time. Also, in Dobie's version the music quiets down and Dobie's singing almost sounds like he is opening his heart up and baring his soul. That's what's missing from many other recorded versions.

[@slowrabbit9652]

Well said.

[@MIKECNW]

There could have been many like that at the time and weren't for fortunate. Who knows. Matter of fact he had a few in the 60's which probably weren't as big though just as good in their own right.

[@PINKDAN1962]

Well if your comparing Dobies version Uncle cracker . Well thats like comparing Jimmy Page to John denver soul . Not saying UC has no soul he just dont have Dobies pipes /vocals

[@nananoodle5020]

@@PINKDAN1962 white.

[@noway3615]

Very well said.

[@wayneromans6676]

Check this out. No loud noises, no lights, no half naked women, and no face tattoos but better than anything put out today. Just a man and the great music he's putting out. Wish it could be like that again.

[@brendamalmede6971]

I Agree!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Some of us are still trying 🎸

[@REV-mu5tu]

Same Here,Weird Everytime i hear this Song I sing it To JESUS.And i don't man that in a physical Bad way

[@luisbernardez4853]

Best era ever!!!

[@chantelledylan2292]

💯🙌🏼🔥🙏🏼🎶

[@vinnyvsalval]

Dobie Gray. Otis Redding. Percy Sledge. Best artists from that era.

[@ArcoZakus]

Vincenzo Valenti, That's a good start to a list of "Best artists from that era", but it only triggers an avalanche in my mind of other names that would go on quite a ways. Could I suggest Bobby Bland and Little Milton for starters?

[@esselllay]

Excellent start! Can we have some Bill Withers and Sam Cooke as well?

[@ArcoZakus]

Rosie W, "Jackie Wilson" kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ-ol6h7bbWqarc

[@tyrantx3609]

Who is percy sledge?

[@ArcoZakus]

Donald Hope, "Percy Sledge" kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKKVgWumidd3rNk

[@tardiscommand1812]

Forget getting lost in rock and roll, I want to get lost in that garden.

[@christypratt7896]

Songs like this one are timeless. They sing to you're soul. No matter what year they were first written.

[@wandasakalla9330]

Well said. I can listen to him for hours.

[@craigkimmel8093]

When your knocking on 70's door and your mind is still living the 70's this is where you go .

[@sonnyelsa5709]

❤❤

[@TheBob3759]

Great comment.

[@ronnieburns4554]

Man, I miss the 70's, such great music, and a easier time to grow up in.

[@benspalding3370]

Well I'm beyond missing the '70s. I was born in 1993, but I wish that I was around in the '70s, or the '80s at the latest.

[@lauriewhincup5635]

70's was the beginning of REAL MUSIC THAT. COURSES THROUGH YOUR BODY AND SOUL. GLAD TO BE OF THAT GENERATION. WE NOW LEAD AND I WANT THE SOUL TO FEEL THIS MUSIC OVER AND OVER

[@jesusislord3321]

Now all we have is trash☹

[@theodoreritola9758]

@@benspalding3370 I liked the 80s ok , But the 70s brought me more joy in life and music

[@benspalding3370]

@@theodoreritola9758 What about the 60s?

[@billmanbillman7894]

2024 has done nothing to change this amazing song from over 50 years ago!!!

[@jdeaton5093]

Many imitate, but NO ONE can duplicate Dobie, as good as it ever was....Sept 2024!

[@plantlady267]

Still listening to Dobbie! Still lovin the music I grew up with Sept 2024

[@Kimberliss42]

I wouldn't listen to anybody else sing this.. Nope... ❤

[@ChrisHiblerPinball]

2300 people don’t know their butt from a hole in the ground. This is a classic through and through by a very talented artist. Rock on Dobie.

[@ooolalakatchuli9873]

You are so right 👍😎💞🎶😘

[@TheBob3759]

There are no dislikes here.

[@ChrisHiblerPinball]

@@TheBob3759 That is because YT recently got rid of the dislike count.

[@TheBob3759]

@@ChrisHiblerPinball Did not know that Chris.

[@JohnHWelch63]

You got that right! It's funny one of the chorus lyrics is "I wanna get lost in your rock and roll", because that's exactly what happens every time I hear this awesome classic! I get fully lost in it and drift away!!!

[@zodiac909]

When you think about it, this song is a love letter to music itself and how it can make you feel better in life. Amazing.

[@m.c.master4622]

Came onto a hits radio show today. Although I remember Dobie's version, I never saw it as "a love letter to music itself" and it really HIT ME!!! Music has sustained me throughout my life; I need it desperately. Going to quote this today on my FB page. Thanks for your insight.

[@zodiac909]

@@m.c.master4622 Glad it helped!

[@damo100able]

Wow what a beautiful comment.I thank you for that.I love this song and this version,it is the best.

[@lionsden6457]

Exactly.

[@northgeorgiaflyer9940]

Well said

[@LisaMAltemose]

How many years now and this song still hasn't gone out of style!

[@debbiekerr3989]

Lisa M. Altemose You're right, and I don't think it ever will. It's just that great.

[@korbaisblessed2562]

It never can because of the feeling it brings

[@mrstwilightsagalove1]

good music never does

[@billyhuff3704]

Amen

[@cody2497]

I like you pic Daria was a good show and I love the fact that it's a spinoff of Beavis and Butthead lol

[@robertrockwell7581]

still loving Dobie and this song in 2024.

[@protusnxumalo3303]

Dobie Gray is still killing it with this song -drifts away

[@enamohan5409]

Grew up listening to these timeless music..one of my favourite by far..the best

[@larrymcguinness768]

Ouch! So good to hear it again after all these years! WOW Dobie! Do it again! Xxxzzz

[@Mimi2Y2BYAZPHIL]

Drift Away not Drifts😆

[@johnflanagan7653]

No better version than this one - take it away, Dobie.

[@realgilla108]

I made it worse kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3rFomVqi7ehZ68

[@TheGreenPond-nature]

@@realgilla108 yes I think you are correct nice try though

[@nancybrownlee6518]

Oh, Dobie Gray, BLESS HIM. Sweetest voice in radioland...

[@mindycanales1180]

I can’t ever listen to this song and not get tears in my eyes. Every damn time.

[@mikewinchester433]

I know what you mean. It plays right into ones soul and realize life s and can be better. I too tear up and dream of better to come! Peace to you Mindy and keep the music deep inside your heart! An old man from Montana!

[@mr.zagzagata5889]

You have a good ❤️ and soul, My friend don't change.

[@seancrumby3241]

My Wife calls it "My eyes are sweating"

[@Steve-yo4ld]

So many memories are stirred hearing this!😔 To go back to those days knowing what we know now! We would have cherished every moment of every day!❤

[@joebagley1252]

Yup yup !

[@karendecker4873]

I'm 62 and I have loved this so for as long as I can remember! Love it!'

[@freetob1]

Rest in heavenly peace Dobie Gray!!! Thanks for the great music

[@DonSouthard-mb6pk]

Wow thanks for all the respone its just how i chill i need it

[@jackthomson73]

23rd September 2024. What a timeless classic. He has so much joy when singing this. 👏👏

[@anti-victimGenX]

26th.. still playing & singing along. ❤

[@sarahdixon1943]

Atleast 5x a week I listen to this ❤❤❤

[@beadyb.1781]

Everybody thinks this is some country love song, no my friend. This is soul right here. Soul about living and loving. Not loving like you love a person, loving like you love a people. Love people, not a person. Love the earth and what it's got. Love and love my friends.

[@Goldiboreas77]

I grew up with this, it's way better Sung by Dobie :) Original is always best....

[@DumbFabric]

The lyrics, instruments singing are on par with that of country. Only difference is the guy's black.

[@boothps]

this is Samuel L Jackson before pulp fiction

[@truckeemick2486]

real country died with old hank.

[@kimjade842]

Sue Johnson ha! Amen

[@thomastinglan2378]

This song is timeless, old school rocks

[@georginapavitt8330]

Sure does ❤️🤘

[@lisaharper8797]

AMEN,, indeed it does.

[@kenfragnicholl-sh6so]

Old classics never die just listen to this man what a song

[@GDBONEY]

I was 15 yrs old when his lovely melody hit the charts in 1973!!!!! Everyone loved this now classic, that continues to win hearts, 50+ yrs later. I am certain that this wonderful songs will remain with us for decades to come!!!!!

[@sandmantk4901]

I was born in 62 and this is one of the few songs that no matter where or what I'm doing if I hear it I have to stop everything till it ends. Then I walk on in thought.

[@williamhayes6210]

He had the most beautiful voice ! Saw him open for Jim Croce in the 70's. He sang this song and BLEW ME AWAY !

[@Tracylindilou]

Lucky dog! Those 2 on the same bill? Dream come true!

[@joshimhoff7557]

Awwww.... To see that show

[@jeanrocque-rr4ec]

Don't even get me started on Jim Croce!!!! Another voice silenced wat too soon.

[@undresss_b]

What a beautiful line up 🥲

[@PanheadJeff58]

I was born in 58 and grew up in the 60’s and 70’s. The best music ever! Rock, Blues, Motown, it just doesn’t get any better!

[@jamesscott1218]

I agree. There is nothing like today's music no heart and no soul 60s 70s and 80s are the best music

[@gunterweber1972]

Yes we can be very lucky to have this. 👍👍👍❤️🇩🇪

[@tonymiller6847]

@@jamesscott1218 aT LEAST THE 60'S AND 70'S, BUT i GUESS i DIDN'T THE 80'S A GOOD ENOUGH LISTEN

[@candiewells]

I remember when it first came out, loved it on the spot!

[@cheryl7351]

2022 still playing it

[@jahlinreed8418]

this was me and my grandpa’s favorite song when we were hanging out together, he passed in 2015 and every time i hear this song i cry. RIP grandpa you are missed everyday.

[@lisashelley3051]

Still listening to this in 2023. It's timeless but takes me back to when I first heard it in the 1970's. That was such a good time in my life. Just a kid with no worries. Mom n Dad were there and life was good. I was just a kid.

[@therockphilosopher1678]

I’ve listened to this song so many times on the radio when I was kid and in the most random moments it just pops back up in my memory.

[@autofan02x31]

This takes me back to the 1970s in america even though im 15 and live in germany

[@darqv9358]

Germany spawned one of my favorite bands ever, Eloy. their music takes me to Germany in the 70s-80s even though I'm 16 and live in America

[@michaelmaniscalco2191]

I grew up in the 70's. My memories are magical mostly due to my parents and grandparents. But also Malls, arcades, putt putt golf, throwing knives and stars, building ramps for our bikes, no helmets,, all metal Tonka trucks, boxy BMW'S, sleek Datsun/Nissan z's, F-15''s, steel monkey bars, merry go rounds, tall swing sets, neighborhood pool, Zayre's, Foodworld, home-cooked family supper, awesome TV shows, the Pledge of Allegiance and Evel Knievel.

[@ligmabowls1230]

Ich fühl dich grade so hart und bin leicht angetrunken vielleicht auch deswegen

[@olegkolesnikov7155]

@@michaelmaniscalco2191 I'm a 15 year old who really wishes they were born in the 60s. While I understand that there was a lot more injustice, people werent as rich, and a lot of modern items I take for granted werent around, I feel like the complete freedom and wiggle room for fun in life was so much more prominent then. You could do so much dumb stuff and get off the hook. Life wasnt all about chasing that extra 0.1% in profit and instead it was about living life. The cool ass cars really dont hurt, but that's besides the point

[@santosdr2]

@@olegkolesnikov7155 people had more wealth on average in the 60's compared to now. The dollar when further. You had more buying power, college was affordable. That isn't to say they were more rich. Some people are highly more wealthy today but on average the working man, makes less and the unemployment is higher. Also racial tensions are higher. plus maybe see this so you may understand why racial tensions are often inflamed. invidious.fdn.fr/watch?v=FwwNH_r2muw .

[@mikewinchester433]

There are songs that many people copy and very very few can take one and make it theirs........forever. This one will always be Dobie's! Thru eternity. Always chokes me up because he does is so pure and so emotional! RIP Dobie. You are so missed!

[@lawrencepatsanza2440]

It brings back priceless memories of the 70's even here in Africa!

[@phyllisjones3149]

Waylon does pretty good Took the whole band

[@karlbuchanan1363]

True. Only the doobie brothers came close, but Doby still wins

[@ananmai8700]

I was hatched in the 60's, in the 70's, I used to LISTEN to this song...

[@centipede.official]

Thank you for posting. Still vibing with it in 2024. Amazing, magnificent song❤

[@rockii9219]

This song will always be soothing to the soul. It’s July 2023 the world is upside down crazy but here I am with the volume turned up drifting away! 🎧

[@doctorbohr1585]

Stick around. It gets worst in October 🙁

[@chrisarcher6936]

Oh man I really wish we could go back to a simple time when everyone left their ego at home and would just get along and have fun real music my people real soul in this music

[@Strangleholdintn]

I know what you mean. Too much entitlement now

[@stevenspooner1744]

When was there ever a time like that? Living in a dream my man

[@chrisarcher6936]

@Clint Dixon ya what I should have said I was this song reminds me of when I was a kid which for me was simpler lol

[@Triton1051]

Clint Dixon Mr. Archer, I tend to agree it was a simpler, I'd say better time; in many ways. I'd ask the "negative Nancy's" in which decade were we in the US NOT in a war? I know a lot of people who agree that today's stress level is ten times higher than then. One difference being that Vietnam got extensive coverage and the press was still _somewhat_ free to show the real casualties. And people actually protested. Where are the news anchors; 'inspiring' protests around Libya or Afghanistan? Seen anyone march recently? I think the sharp focus on the 'bad side', (yes, there's _always_ been a 'bad side', duh), ignores the things that were magical about the seventies. The music, "the dawning of the age" reasonably enlightened populace. I won't go on, but I could. I think people today are WAY more "uptight", way quicker to anger, and stressed out far more than the folks who used to say, "do your own thing". That seems more authentic to me than, "you do you", which a weak, watered down, insincere (?) derivitive. I took a minute to think before writing this as well, a luxury many folks don't have today, working two jobs to make ends meet can preclude real dialogue at the best of times. Houses were more affordable than now. Ok I ramble, hope I've made my point...

[@mid9trambler758]

+Chris Archer I hear what you're saying, I grew up those day's. Man...when I hear music from my era it sends me back to the great memories. Greatest Music PEACE

[@jungletiger160g3]

It’s a beautiful morning here in Dallas Fort Worth this morning. The sun coming up looks like the painted sky reds and blues gorgeous. The song goes right with it. God bless y’all you have a wonderful Wednesday.✝️🛐🕊️🌈🦋🌈🥰😇🕊️❤️

[@JimReedy-ek3gx]

Yep, Dobie's version is the real one and the best. I am 81 and have been listening to this song off and on over the years and it never loses its appeal. What a great idea to honor the people who wrote the music that we grew up on. I never get tired of hearing Dobie sing it.

[@daikolirae155]

Friendly reminder that this rendition of the song is the best ever 😁

[@realgilla108]

I made it worse kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3rFomVqi7ehZ68

[@robertthacher]

Big hit during June of 73. Other covered it , but no one did it better than Dobie Gray. Hear the wood blocks throughout, and the fine guitar playing!

[@williamvogelsang2492]

The "wood blocks" don't come in until the beginning of the second verse and stop at the end of it. This sound doesn't play all the way through the song. The significance of the wood blocks is that of a ticking clock when the verse goes "Beginning to think that I'm wasting time". There ARE "rim shots" a bit later, but no more wood blocks.

[@williamvogelsang2492]

@arturbello4213 Although Dobie Gray did a "cover" of this song, his was the first recording of it to become known and popular.

[@pamjarrett-s9s]

It’s December 26, 2023 and this is still epic! The band that is playing with him especially

[@toddjones9603]

Everything about the 80s was epic rock on tru talent❤

[@joelecrone5689]

Back in the day... when this first came out, it was my favorite song... I still love it!! 👍❤️

[@stevengration4379]

Still such a phenomenal tune in 2019

[@garylefevers]

Agreed. It is still very meaningful. Very soothing. Timeless.

[@adriennep.5004]

So true!!!

[@eddymontero3438]

👍🤤

[@rodolfossdesantana1031]

Steven Gration damn right it is!

[@neddyconstant5816]

Watching this at 6:43PM Tues 12/24/19

[@jetterbetters1985]

dobie gray thanks for the joy that you've given me. I want you to know I believe in your song. ✌

[@HarrisWalz2024]

Jessie Drury amen

[@lindalu7lindathomas594]

Jessie Drury

[@lindalu7lindathomas594]

Looks gloomy

[@magpieone9390]

Jessie Drury right on

[@donaldreynolds2277]

Jessie Drury I agree

[@jessebaca2750]

This is one of the songs that never sounds dated👍🏼 it’s like a bottle of wine 🍷 it gets better with age.

[@nealsavage4976]

❤

[@wandson5410]

What a beautiful song

[@curtekstrom9531]

Dobie may be gone, but his Music will always be with us. A Great Voice and a Great Talent!!

[@mac40bully70]

Nobody can sing this like Dobie!!!

[@tombutcher5776]

No one!

[@derekmyers3258]

Roy Orbison tried and it was a disaster. Take my word for it, don't look.

[@SunnyDaysSucker]

@@derekmyers3258 xD

[@williamcoats4469]

This is so true. One of the all time great songs.

[@LiamSmall12]

@@derekmyers3258 Roys' is better

[@juliasmith9768]

This dudes voice is pure melted choclate honey

[@k-llove3336]

"Thanks for the joy that you've given me" Dobie Gray!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@defleppardette]

Ah the anthem of my childhood! This version still gives me chills at 60 yrs old! Long live Rock and Roll!😋😁

[@lisakraemer1453]

Amen To That.

[@terrywilliams3925]

Me too. I'm 54 been listening to it as long as I can remember 😊

[@cristelwalker7413]

I used to listen to this song while I did my homework as a kid.

[@winstonrocco1981]

Think this is r and b

[@louismontoya7437]

This was my unlce’s song. Every time we would have a few. He would say “ Lou Lou when i die play this song for me”. Well here you go brotha! RIP

[@dmotta2811]

Awe

[@keepers7768]

Sorry for your loss

[@christopherbrian8638]

Hi louis, how are you doing

[@cynthiabrooklyn6369]

God speed brother enjoy your jurney.

[@gacha..weirdness..2596]

I was a teenager in the 70s my father was a cop and didn't like long hair, rock, smoke, or anything. We was alone at the farm and I played drift away. I explained this is what you hate and it is a black man singing. I think I played that song for him about 20 times. He never admitted he was wrong, but every time he drank I had to play him this song over and over.

[@ShiraleeOBX2008]

Today marks 4 years since my brother passed away. This was his favorite song. I've played it like 10 times and I'm all cried out. Miss you, bro. You will forever be my hero. 💙

[@leolopez4109]

It was my sons favorite too.. sing it round house!!he was killed 9/2022

[@audreybowles6357]

❤

[@SharonWard-dx1sv]

Amen ☁️🎺👼💒🙏🌹✨

[@robrain1344]

Anyone here in August 2024. Beautiful classic we want to hear to relax

[@anniedooley8796]

Me

[@sheilacrabtree5993]

Nope September 2024 I haven't heard this song in years but sang along word for word. Memories!!

[@johnnygoocher]

✋️

[@anncayton142]

Yes Indeedy!!!

[@brandongoodbear1351]

Guitar coming through to soothe me bro 🫠😎👽🙂‍↕️

[@donnachism6972]

I still so love this song. Uncle Kracker done a great job but Dobie Gray still rocks it in my book.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Donna, How are you doing?

[@coltonb7952]

Uncle Krackers sux

[@johnfluke8676]

Bro uncle cracker did not make the song

[@reptilian_0]

@@johnfluke8676 they know that, they're complimenting Uncle Kracker about how they did a good job singing the Song

[@dezionlion]

Uncle krackhead!

[@mmmoroi]

One of the precious gems in the Golden Age of the American pops, literally full of rhythm and rhyme and harmony.

[@Greatnbes415]

Inspiring song music is medicine 😀

[@ricardodiaz6669]

The world outside looks so unkind. In today's world, this is so true. Thanks Dobie! RIP

[@Mona77401]

Love this song. I'm 70 years old now and this melts a lot of years away with just a few notes.

[@cvlcek144]

I never get tired of this song

[@rickyshawl508]

HeyThereVader I think it’s impossible honestly

[@lilasimmons5748]

Great song😚

[@breanastrickland2657]

me either i play it everyday

[@ceewink5658]

Been saying for years this has to be played at my funeral !!!!!!!! And drift away..........

[@theresasullivan862]

Elton John songs

[@sheliahtahaalaoui1035]

wish we had music like this today...

[@mdogg1604]

My Dad was from the big band era, but he would "drift away"" when this song came on the radio. Dobie, "thanks for the joy you've given me."

[@lorenrobertson8039]

Your dad sounds wonderful! I too love big band music. I enjoy so many different genres. I can listen to this song over and over in one sitting.

[@sharonmarybeech305]

Always loved this song from a very young age I'm 63 now Its a timeless classic.brilliant ❤❤❤❤❤

[@mebasilasekassa4393]

Old was and still is GOLD

[@chedderbug2820]

Still tuning in to this masterpiece in June 2023 💜

[@karenrakes1641]

Loved this song and Dobie Gray! I was 21 when it was a hit and now 71 and still loving it as much as ever!!! Music is good for the soul!❤😊❤

[@dougripley7545]

Just had to come listen to the original after hearing it on masked singer 👨‍🎤

[@karenrakes1641]

@@dougripley7545 Too funny! Watched the Masked Singer myself!

[@saymoremccalman4974]

Here we are listening in 2024. Yall with me?

[@ziyahhavea355]

Yep, with you all the way! Songs my parents grew up with are timeless.

[@KemarioMitchell]

yes i am

[@dawnmalcolm2190]

Definitely listening and singing along 😊

[@jamesosborn5405]

It's still a better quality of Music today than most of today's music! 2024 and no signs of wear, as good as the day it was made!

[@TheWLOBS]

WASHINGTON LUIZ FROM SALVADOR-BA BRAZIL

[@annmariemitchell9309]

❤this is such a classic song! It never ages!!

[@AngelPlaza-vo9pk]

This is a masterpiece of a song.

[@lucyhall526]

Wow! A lot of people are listening to this today and in the last 2 weeks almost daily there's A comment! So this is mine! Brings me back to my teenage yrs. Best yrs. 70's! How lucky we were and didnt even know it!💞💫✌

[@michaelstenta5884]

All of you that miss this music are sooooo righteous!!! O love yhis at a very young 74.

[@Kimberliss42]

64 here.. I don't miss the music, I listen to the good stuff daily.. Nothing after the 80s.. This is one of my top ten favorites..

[@jessewebb1520]

It's 2021 and I still listen to this song. Doby Grays voice comes from the soul that God blessed him with. He has a pure voice.

[@lindaswan4479]

Still love this song ❤️😍 🎵🎵🎵

[@playertomek5821]

Imagine not knowing about this masterpiece.

[@mikocooper7040]

2019? Thank you for the happiness yu have given my family✌️RIP Dobie

[@meganbenedict2279]

you*

[@tylerdespaux5002]

Same

[@garylefevers]

Well said.

[@visagiejc1]

Since my childhood Dobie Gray's music has been engraved in the memory if my soul. My father knows good music and I'm glad to recall all the golden oldies. RIP Dobie Gray.