Michael Martin Murphey & the Rio Grande Band - "Wildfire"

Michael Martin Murphey- vocals & acoustic guitar
Carmen Acciaioli- vocals & steel guitar
Dave Hoffner- vocals & keyboards
Leroy Featherston- drums
Gary Roller- bass, vocals
Robbie Robinson- electric guitar
Guest vocalists- Bill Miller and Tish Hinajosa
Recorded in Nashville, 1986
For more info, check out:
www.michaelmartinmurphey.com
www.davidhoffner.com
www.Garyrollerstudio.com
www.billmiller.co

[@r.organizer544]

My wife and I were staying with a friend and his wife in Aspen, CO, when this song came on, and stuck with me ever since. My wife's gone, the friends are gone, but this song, brings them back, and that beautiful weekend in Aspen.

[@sharonhusby8943]

R. Organizer Yes the same here and it's definitely such the most beautiful song i've ever heard. Great memories.

[@starrfishhill]

R. Organizer I’m glad it brought you back to a Happy Place Sir:))

[@davidgarber8116]

Yep. Memories. Good times. Laughter. Smiles. Makes up for the sad endings. Enjoy the good memories😃

[@elizabethcox4695]

What s lovely song and a lovely memory to get you through the lonely times.

[@Benny-ye7ro]

R. Organizer , I’m very sorry for your loss. God’s peace be with you. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@kristihalcrow8051]

Whose with me in 2024...still amazing music 🎶 🎵

[@jimmiematheny3947]

I am at age 68. Love this song. Takes me back to a beautiful time ❤️

[@kenperkins7921]

​the super sevntieswill go into the books as the greatest m of all time with not even an anney

[@cynthiawest-dickens5846]

Absolutely ❤

[@useyourmind4405]

Right here. A kid again hearing this

[@johnnyalaniz9744]

I'm with ya👍

[@maryanndavis8580]

I've seem MMM in concert 5 times. My darling husband has been gone 15 years tomorrow. When I listen to this song, I picture my horse riding, country music loving husband coming for me on his magic horse, Outlaw. I still have lots of living to do but when it's my turn, my husband will come on his horse to get me. ❤

[@1alexcody]

just beautiful

[@wandast.hilaire3402]

Yes ... he will. 💕

[@marilynmckenzie2111]

Yes he will 🥰🙏🏼

[@gbkat4]

He's with you every day. Keep him in your heart. We all see each other again. After I watched NDE on KZbin, I felt so much better. It's where people have had near death experiences and what they saw on the other side for those brief moments. They are beautiful!!! It changed the way I feel about losing people and pets in my life. I'm no longer sad. I Highly recommend watching those on KZbin. It will change your whole perspective 😊

[@Michael-yl5ot]

I was in a serious accident in Minneapolis in April of 2014. In my Semi. A woman cut me off in traffic. She had 8 children in her vehicle and I swerved real hard to avoid hitting her because I was concerned about the children. I had a Traumatic Brain Injury and I was in a coma for 7weeks. I walked with my Lord and Savior Jesus. I. Thought I had passed away from the Accident. But Jesus said that I had more to do here with my family. I've become more confident that it was a real experience

[@user-yt5xf5vi1p]

my late dog loved to hear this song. he had heart disease, i would play this lovely song for him and tell him of how wildfire would one day come and take him home. on 2-28-2023 my baby went home.

[@diannebleacher6156]

You just made me cry ❤

[@swimminintherain341]

@@diannebleacher6156me 2

[@dfailing1]

Well..that made me tear up❤❤❤

[@phyllismiller8359]

Made me cry too.

[@tonerman69]

My wife loved this song. She passed away in December 2020. I had this played at her funeral. Simply beautiful!

[@classicrockstation]

I'm sorry for your loss! You certainly paid a beautiful tribute!

[@parisweieneth6340]

Sorry for your loss of your dear wife. She is always with you Tim. Our Love is taken with us. She is your Guardian Angel in Heaven through GOD 🙏 ❤️

[@robinwagoner7217]

Im so sorry for your loss, I pray this song brings you comfort

[@kilshanny]

As A horse owner and lover it will be played at mine also. I’m sorry for your loss, she was oh so special. 😊

[@susanblock3378]

So sorry for your loss

[@MrBBaron]

Really great song. Who is still enjoying this in 2020and 2021

[@bigal4879]

right here . that piano oh my.

[@ronward5698]

Yeah, I miss the 70s

[@princessmewh]

Meeeee!!!!!

[@marilynstevenson865]

Yep!!!

[@paulaaubin4987]

I'm still enjoying Michael Martin Murphey's "Wildfire" in 2020 in answer to your question. I love his voice and can't nobody sing Wildfire like Michael...nobody! I hope his song never dies...maybe his son Ryan will learn it and carry on the tradition.

[@john.johnb_online1438]

Damn ! How the world has changed from when this song was first played over the radio. Sad how far we strayed. Brings a tear to my eye.

[@Cantbuyathrill]

A tear indeed., for it is a crying shame.

[@philipliebegott1221]

Memories are treasures

[@michellevillegas2756]

I cry everytime...just a beautiful song....

[@jeffburress1202]

Yup

[@williamsharrer3002]

Beautiful thoughts

[@michaelhart738]

I was a senior in high school when this song hit the airwaves. Back then, it was just another tune written by another country singer. I'm now 66 years of age. I've been listening to this fabulous page out of my past and am amazed at just how quickly it conjures up so many different yet poignant memories each and every time I hear it. It's almost as though I'm staring at a reflection in in a hazy window but can never pin down whether or not I'm on the outside looking in or vice versa. Loves that have been lost, loves that have been won and some that never even had a chance. I will always drift back to my youth whenever this songs graces my sense of hearing and I will always be grateful for the peace and tranquility that it provides. Thank You M.M.M for this precious gift!

[@Agislife1960]

Still in 2020, listening to this song gives me goose bumps

[@kevdean9967]

People still get goosebumps from Mozart and that schizzle is 300 years old. Great don't need a date!

[@gdochyde2742]

So amazing I was just pondering deeply about music & boom here is the gift. Music feeds my soul with 🔥

[@dmwilson1]

One of the the best songs in history!

[@awesomedeb9922]

Yes it does ❤️

[@trishamarieh.451]

I cry because it's so beautiful

[@angiemendenhall3113]

Listening in 2021 the same girl at heart as the girl in the 70ies, anyone else?

[@danaleimbach7826]

Grad of 1972. Beautiful

[@rogersutton3138]

great song angie

[@robertanderson7823]

Hello Angie how are you doing?

[@warrencrawley1415]

As a teenager I wanted to download this song but was not available in New Zealand - I left a message Michael Murphys website asking how I could purchase it - instead I got a personal email and a file of the song from Michael! One of the most influential songs for me

[@sharoncampbell782]

My late husband and I attended a Seals & Crofts concert at the Dome outside Rochester, New York, many years ago, thanks to our friend Curt, who was the father-in-law of one of Seals & Crofts' roadies. Michael Murphey performed "Wildfire" that night at the concert. I think it was soon after the song was released. We met Michael and his wife before the show. Of course we were thrilled when we realized it was his song we had been hearing on the radio. We met Jimmy Seals and Dash Crofts after the show. What a wonderful evening and memory for a small-town couple! We were married for 60 years and still mentioned that evening throughout our time together.

[@josephdilorenzo5314]

Breath taking memories, I must say.

[@shivathedestroyer2816]

One of my fav songs ever. am 70 now and the beauty can still bring a tear.

[@janisdais2832]

Such a hauntingly beautiful song !! I was a young woman when I first heard this song. I'm 75 now and it still moves me....❣❣❣❣ 🐎 🐎

[@jeffreyleohner3247]

Love this song! One of the best ever written, and recorded! Especially the music!

[@loisjaeger9059]

Janis; me too!

[@duanelephart5224]

A week before my Dad passed away, he told me this Song always reminded him of My Mother. I cannot listen to it without crying.

[@dawngrover3527]

AMEN TO ALL WHO LOVES THIS SONG..GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@lauraromeo3043]

Back in the 70's I worked at a stable in Southern Wisconsin and remember this song playing on a small hand held radio in the barn and fell in love with it ever since. We named one of the new colts Wildfire after this song. Many fond memories of a beautiful and simple time.

[@robertanderson7823]

Hello Laura 👋👋👋

[@genehoward6101]

Can't deny the beauty of the song and how it was so deeply felt by each person. I fell in love listening to that song. And rode off on my horse " Sundance" through a Wheatfield in Indiana .

[@starmnsixty1209]

Great memory.

[@jimwalker4984]

BACK WHEN MUSIC WAS REAL!!!

[@jeanettecase1687]

Just working through a broken relationship and bought a green broke Appaloosa Stud. Worked through my sadness breaking and training him. Met my husband of 46 years one day when I was out riding one day. That horse’s name, Wildfire.

[@bluerosemedley]

There's someone for everyone, if you're open to love and give it a chance.

[@johnwenzel2003]

This is one of those songs that just stays with you, always.

[@GregScott-lm8xj]

Makes you forget all the hate in the world if just for a little bit. Awesome!

[@kimkochel6754]

People who give this song a thumbs down 👎 don't know great music.

[@davebarnessr.5805]

Agreed

[@ruthlundy4497]

Back when musicians told great stories , it's a lost art...

[@doncarlson8391]

Amen!

[@TheDivepyrate]

I Was Fine! Then You Had To Post This song! Now I'm Crying Like a Baby! This song Was To Be Played At My Wedding To My High School Sweetheart. We Picked This One Because It Made Both Of Us Cry! She Passed Away 2 Months Before Our Wedding! I Was 19! 1978

[@user-fu6jm1pw2j]

I was 16 in 1978 I understand

[@77cobaltblue]

me too, I was 19 in 1978. Loved this song., still do.

[@carriesmith-rodriguez4817]

I am so sorry for your loss !!

[@marieconstantia4441]

I was 17 in 1978. Sorry for your loss. 😔

[@greggann9817]

So sad. That's a pain that will NEVER go away. Cheers to you my friend.

[@user-vx6im9oh5s]

I'm 65 yrs old now. I use to wish I was wildfire. It touches my heart ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamesfasulo9801]

Michael achieved a sound not found in today’s popular music-enchanting and soulful

[@redwingblackbirdnell]

yes...ethereal music that resides in wild grasses in the alpine..and heard in bright meltwater rivulets that cascade near camp while Whiskey Jacks come near with their dark eyes.

[@tillyboo5385]

Correct. The 70,s brought forth such music wish it would surround us today what's wrong w people

[@johngates450]

Agreed

[@richardobrien2102]

Beautifully captured on paper too Ana!

[@richardobrien2102]

Anna

[@fleaflicker4052]

Lost my wife of 52 years almost 4 years ago and her birthday is a few days off. The pain never stops. She rode in horse shows when she was young and I still picture as a young girl riding. This song lives in my heart. I loved her so much that for one day with her I would give anything.....

[@markbass9402]

My heart aches for yours. Life goes on and you must too. My Navy ship's motto was, "Press on Regardless!" Great words that I have tried to live by. Enjoy your life.

[@razzledazzle8631]

That is so sad .. 52 years .. I could not imagine that ... life can be so hard .. but you are on my prayer list brother ..

[@stricksantiquesfurnishings1147]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[@oneilljryan]

❤❤❤

[@jennapuhl596]

So beautiful!! I am so sorry for your loss!! My husband and I have been married for 40yrs. Can't imagine losing him 💔. I am spiritual 🙏 and I believe she is still with you always ❤ We lost our oldest daughter 😢 December 23 2017 I am amazed we survived her death

[@marcusvalera5406]

Thanks mom and dad(R.I.P.) for showing me good music since my early childhood.

[@corystewart5818]

This is mine and my dads song hes locked up for b.s reasons but the day he comes home we are having some beer's and listening to this song

[@DiamondGirl-p9c]

I’m listening in April 2023…..such a beautiful and timeless song ❣️❣️

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing..?

[@pilsnrimgaard2507]

God I wish there was still bands like this. Soooo much talent in the 70's.

[@jimpittman5049]

Amen

[@debbiewilson2247]

Me too, I moved to Colorado in 1975, was dealing with alot of shit. My mom had just died. I was 23. I've seriously never recovered from that. But this music is bomb.... 4 ever

[@janetstrothman8087]

1 million memories

[@kathylovingshimer6708]

I agree

[@markdavis5970]

I agree 1000 percent. we had the best music If you're close to my age.Im 57.

[@Countdown-ct7iv]

I am black and this is my favourite song in the whole wide world.

[@patriciajohnson3017]

Good music is good music:)

[@camirose3009]

why were all of us called to this in the last couple days ? it’s WILD ✨

[@glendabrasda641]

Love for music is colorblind

[@brandonhudson9952]

It’s a great one my brother

[@Countdown-ct7iv]

@@brandonhudson9952 Love it, nothing quite like it my brother.

[@nomadicnative2444]

This song reminds me of my sister. She loved horses. She was killed by a drunk driver a few years ago. She was such a beautiful person.

[@evettetwyford9044]

I'm sad to hear this. Peace to you and my her soul ride free.

[@dannyhenderson5337]

So very sorry for your loss god bless you😮😢

[@doloresbill5283]

God, how I love this song. The music and lyrics are sad, but uplifting. I cry every time I hear it. My sister asked me to listen to this song so long ago and now she is no longer with us, she passed this April, 2024, and it means so much more to me now as does she. Thank you Michael!

[@nealohoro5364]

My deceased wife loved horses, and she loved this song. We played it at her funeral. This is such a great version. Thanks MMM and company for such great work!

[@phillipdycaico5949]

I’m sorry for your loss. I lost my wife in 2020 and played this song a lot. Keep strong brother.

[@KittyGrizGriz]

I’m so very sorry for both of you, may your best memories of your wives lift you both up ❤. I love horses also~ my spirit animals…

[@gregdecola2919]

A high school girlfriend had a few horses, I made a tape and played this song for her. We both held each other close, and enjoyed this wonderful song. Those are some great memories. Thank you Pam. I still love you hon.

[@agelessbeautyover5097]

There’s something magical about this song…… Between the guitar playing and the keyboards it’s just amazing how it takes me to heaven and I feel like I’m close to God every time I listen to it. It makes me wonder if this gentleman knows God and if he can feel it when he sings it too, it’s such a blessing to me and after all these years, it still affects me the same way. I sit and listen with no other sound and it touches my soul deeply. Thank you for being obedient to write this song. I know it’s touched hundreds of people-if not, thousands…….it brings me such peace, it’s amazing and I’m so glad I have it to listen to over and over again. Love in Christ, Tania Rose

[@GM-vf7px]

Totally agree-there must be something and the coveyance of this Beautiful piece is very Heavenly inspired or even the interpretation that we have the ability to create Heaven on Earth which I think was God's wish for us! I always look around at nature and revel in how Beautiful it is!I harken back to a Little House on the Prairie episode where a rather Statuesquely Beautiful Women I think says to Laura that she doesn't attend church but being outdoors in nature is her "Cathedral" where she communes with God!An Irish Blessing to you all!

[@jimmiematheny3947]

Im 68 in June 2024, and it sounds as good today as it did back in the day. Classic masterpiece ❤️

[@freddiemontanez8461]

Me too ,lm 68 and it does sounds good.

[@TheSilmarillian]

True be that .

[@thunderroar5569]

Who's listening to this classic masterpiece in 2020 besides me? 💙🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶💙

[@npc77107]

Me C-man

[@lolaisawake]

Me too! Loving it even more than when I was a kid.

[@marilynstevenson865]

Sure am, kiddo..!!!!

[@bigal4879]

thumbs up.

[@SwtTrisha8]

Me! July 4 2020 Greetings from Pensacola Florida

[@rickwren338]

I lost the love of my life, I thought, she was killed riding her horse, got off to open a gate, and when she went to get back on him, she was near a roadway. A driver blew his horn at her, and the horse bolted out in front of.a truck.Both were killed instantly. One day I hope to see her, but God showed me mercy, and sent another love to me, we have been married now for over 44 years, 5 beautiful children, 9 grands, God is so Great, and so mighty, I couldn’t live another minute without his love and Spirit, Jesus is all I need!!! How about you!

[@gregoryblack1168]

Rick Wren I hope the driver was charged, killing two beautiful creatures.

[@brendakrieger7000]

Sorry for your loss💔

[@bobsaturday4273]

God is so Great, and so mighty, I couldn’t live another minute without his love and Spirit,

[@davidrogers6287]

Shut the fuck up

[@pudster4115]

Reminder of being a kid in the 70's....no care or idea where I was going in this world

[@nereidamuniz6007]

May 20, 2024, this is one of my all time favorite songs and I'm 70 yrs old. Love the piano , but also the guitar. 🎶🎶🎶❤

[@delby66]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@pamelav.5699]

🌈💞There couldn’t have been a better performer to sing it!

[@charleylowe6373]

ABSOLUTEY !! ❤️

[@davedegennaro732]

Puts me to bed

[@kevanrice1496]

shes comin forme i know theres a hoot owl out side my window no6nitws in a row

[@loboblue5441]

Hands, down!

[@gabrieltrimble2432]

The pianist is absolutely on fire! Amazing!

[@davidsiemer7578]

The greatest music ever was made in the 60s and 70s❤️

[@Blooodhail]

My mommy is currently in the hospital battling breast cancer. Every single weekend she played this song, sometimes multiple times, and I always kept telling her to listen to something different. I can’t believe barely today is when I realized how beautiful it is. I love my mommy.

[@JackRowsey]

I’m so very sorry to hear about your mother with her battle with breast cancer. I know how awful it is. My sister is going through the exact same thing with breast cancer that spread through her body. She starts her 2nd bout of even stronger Chemo that is sure to make her hair fall out and make her very sick. She’s 9 years older than me at 67 and her being a teenager in the late 60s and early 70s, she taught me about all these bands and musicians and we would listen to records together. I was 4 and she 13 in 1969 when she started as my Rock&Roll Teacher, despite the serious generation gap between our parents and us kids, who hated Rock&Roll. (Though this song is a beautiful ballad, and considered soft rock.) My sister would often babysit me on the weekends and she’d sneak us to concerts in Miami with her hippie friends.. I would ,literally, be the youngest kid there. She was a very caring sister. I hope she makes it through this disease, but if she doesn’t, I’ll always have sadness in my heart for the rest of my life. Again, I’m so sorry to hear about your mommy. Incredibly mine, as well as my dad are still alive at 92 and 95. My parents and I are all heartbroken that this is happening to her. I very much hope your mommy pulls through this dreaded disease. You have my sympathies.

[@Blooodhail]

@@JackRowsey Thank you so much for your kind words, I’m very sorry to hear that you’re going through the same thing. I really appreciate the memories of her you shared with me, it’s really sweet. I sincerely hope she does make it through. Cancer is so evil. I’ll be thinking of you and your family 🤍 Stay strong.

[@arturolopez1550]

I remember when my son left home to attend college , I listened this song on the radio and cried like a man so sad but so beautiful at the same time , this song is very special to me and for many people as well, I’m pretty sure ,right?

[@robertmccann8079]

My wife who I lost 3 years ago loved this song. She rode in horse shows and loved them. When I hear this song I see her riding as a young girl. I had her for over 50 years but this song brings the tears to my eyes as I loved her so. The courage and dignity she showed through her illness I will never forget and I hope I have the same at my end days. Thank you wildfire

[@johnhanley5293]

God bless you and all your family!!!!!!!

[@lunalynd]

Hello Robert. I lost my wife 14 months ago I had her for only 14 shorts years, was hoping to grow very old together since I lost my first wife when I was 31 back in 1984.Sorry for your loss, it sure does hurt.

[@mauiwonderland]

I just cried reading this. Much love to you, man.

[@Joanne111]

God bless you 💜

[@timjohnson8820]

what a wonderful message you posted. God bless you

[@bernie4268]

Hard to imagine the world without this song. With all the craziness and violence going on in 2024, this is a reminder that humans aren’t all bad. The best of us is beautiful.

[@sharonwagner3108]

Great song ..best of all her husband a greT mam.with heart felt wishes f or hi. Who has lost..

[@aafpeptoe4209]

Brings you back to a time when lyrics and music were Really Good !

[@ayushmanmishra9833]

Massive respect to the pianist

[@dennismccafferty3133]

This is by far the best version of this wonderful, beautiful song. The extended piano and Murphey's guitar totally drives home its loveliness. Murphey's intro illustrates how special the song has been to him for all of these years. Just pure musical magic here, about a magic horse.

[@madonnacarew1538]

We are so blessed to have grown up with music like this It soothed our souls Still does

[@lisabailey5310]

SIGH! No bands and No artists make music like this anymore. How lucky are we that we have this to remember when music touched our minds, heart and soul!

[@bettyjomcdonald7394]

Yes! And this song always makes me crey. I hear it once ina while on sirius radio.

[@thepololadycharlottemenkes1227]

This song has "moved" my heart and soul more than words can explain for such a long time. It is just beautiful & majestical. I have named my sailboat "Wildfire" and someday, when I get my own Palomino, like Michael Martin Murphy did, I will name her "Wildfire". I really love this song with all my heart, so much, it makes me cry...not for being sad or happy, just the passion it evokes in my soul.

[@michellemurray4708]

I know what u mean....I get chills listening to this....

[@bonitakirkpatrick3757]

Michael lived up by us in the mountains was a good friend when I was 15 I lost my leg in an automobile accident and Michael did a benefit concert for me I thank him so much he made me feel human again and I still have the autographed album from him bless you Michael Murphy and I hope your son Shawn is doing well God bless you Michael

[@phillipfrost1283]

U were blessed

[@Miguelflash]

This music brings back so many memories from back in the 70's when life was so much sweeter and kinder.

[@NeroneVettius]

70s in Miami

[@JackRowsey]

@@NeroneVettiusI’m with you brother. Grew up in Ft Lauderdale in the 70s. My mom a single mother, a teacher and also a teenage sister 10 years older than me, who would climb out the window to go to the “Strip” at night. We lived in an apartment just off A1A in 1969, when rent was just $150/month. What a great time and place! Listening to this song and other classics on WFTL-AM Radio on my mom’s car radio with my sister.

[@georgekepley9780]

My daughter n law while battleing brain cancer sat here singing it with passion well she lost here fight and i just picked it up😢😢

[@phillywhateverguy]

God bless

[@stevencollins5806]

If this song does not tug at your heartstrings then you're not alive

[@allipat401]

Yeah, I agree.

[@benniebarrow348]

Before the world went crazy ……..beautiful

[@tartgreenapple]

trump 2022!

[@michaelhart738]

Please folks, let's just take a minute and revel in the beauty of the piano introduction to this timeless classic. From opening note to final stanza, this is a superb and thought provoking string of musical notes all assembled with incredible care and emotion. Thank you MMM and DH for what has become one of the most prolific stories I have ever experienced.

[@sandrabrown6018]

Beautifully said !

[@Cantbuyathrill]

Too fvckn long an intro.

[@christinekojak]

My sentiments exactly

[@christinekojak]

Referring to Michael hart

[@louismajeske5205]

Music has to breathe, it has to have soul, and it has to speak to you. Something that music had back then that today's music dose not. Those of us who lived back then understand that. This why this song still lives on and is still popular today.

[@nealiecruz2532]

Yes, so true!!!! It’s gonna take a lot of love by, Nicolette Larson Make a wish ….by, Ambrosia Time Passages ….by, Cat Stevens So beautiful

[@randallhipwell4835]

remember when songs had powerful lyrics that were well written and you could actually sing to them? Man, I miss these days.

[@grantstowers5390]

I was a young teenager when I first heard this song...and loved it. I was a city girl never thinking I would ever live on a farm. 40 years later and I'm living on a farm, my teenage daughter is riding a horse of her own and ...you guessed it -the horse's name is Wildfire!

[@TheGrandmaSusan]

I COULD LISTEN TO THIS EVERYDAY AND NEVER GROW WEARY OF IT. BEAUTIFUL. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@loboblue5441]

One of the greatest songs, ever sung.

[@kamlawilliams6549]

One thing that cannot be denied, the 70's singers relied on actual voice. He sound just as good live as he does recorded. No auto-tunes back then! Good job!

[@jamesenriquez7669]

More importantly, music from 70's-80's have stories and meaning. Completely different from the trashy music today.

[@josebrown5961]

This was the first Country song that I really fell for. I am black and back in those days your parents controlled the radio. Well we were on a road trip to Louisiana and dad told me to find some music. I was turning the dial and came on this song, it had just started and I was just hypnotized by it. Well I learned that there was more than R&B music!

[@debbiescott6732]

Oh sweetie this isn't country music by any means. It was called folk music or soft rock. But as a 1970's youth I'm really glad you enjoyed it. We had a lot of great black bands and also great bands with black & white people in them. We would go to the dance clubs and we all were together black & white. One of my favorite bands was called Hot Chocolate and one of my favorite songs of theirs was called Every1's A Winner. They had a lot of great songs and they were a black & white band. All of those guys were so handsome. Google them and try to find the Video of them singing that song. I promise you'll love it. 👍

[@vegaslimoguy2376]

@@debbiescott6732 It is listed as Country, Soft Rock,and adult contemporary. Their were many country artists that had many "crossover" country hits and this is one of them. If you're going to try to give knowledge to someone, atleast try to be right or atleast half right! MMM has several country hits also known as crossover country hits! Educate yourself next time!

[@debbiescott6732]

@@vegaslimoguy2376 you're an Ahole. And for your information it was called soft rock back in the 1970's when we listened to it on the radio. So STFU.

[@timberwolf534]

Real music came in the 60's and 70's best ever. Glad i lived them. Never any regrets lived life to the fullest.

[@KGraceSpeaksKea1335]

Me too

[@doodlebug36]

Back in the 70’s I worked in a little downtown beer & wine bar frequented by a great variety of folks. We had one regular customer come in as soon as we opened up every day - an old guy ravaged by time and alcohol who had given in to his addiction long ago. He used to sit by himself at a little table near the jukebox every day, order a beer, and play this song over and over, singing along with it at top volume with all his heart. He never bothered anybody, and after a few beers he’d get up and walk out. I can never hear this song without thinking of this old man. He sure did love that magic horse.

[@delby66]

What a beautiful story. Amazing!!!!

[@petersmith3274]

That is the essence of a song in itself.

[@gregmcgill2396]

True talent and passion...great musician...and story teller...cant be topped.

[@patticooke9300]

What a wonderful testament to that old man !! Very cool memory for you to behold

[@vangiegehrke4088]

I had the rare privilege and honor to serve him dinner after his concert late 1 night, here in Reno/Sparks. He is down to earth despite his f ame and fortune.......

[@islandman5802]

I love how the whole band turns and watches the pianist at the beginning of the song. Total respect for this guys talents.

[@reneekuhr611]

Man we had the best music in history sure takes me back to such fond memories

[@nickrandles1102]

My late grandmother and I used to listen to this album on the way to pick berries together about 30 years ago. As a former touring rock musician and addict who has seen the darkest that life has to offer, these memories and this song are the purest memories I have.

[@MrCretemaniam]

My sister was a true cowgirl.Every horse and every animal she had , which was plenty , she had names for all of them .I mean the chickens too ! She just passed away recently. But even before she died the song made me think of her.What , 30 years ? She would be the one running through the night looking for Wildfire , in a blizzard . God I miss her so much. She was the real shit. The really real shit. I mean the really ,really , real shit . Hope you get the picture ! RIP baby girl !!!!!!

[@monicas2507]

Randall my little sister died a week before her 22nd birthday, 40 years ago, and she was a horse girl from the moment she was born. I hear this and see her riding on Stormy her appaloosa colt with her friends. Beautiful song.

[@jeffkelius5570]

I don't think I heard this song for 30yrs. A special tribute to Dan Fogelberg Garth Brooks,Vince Fill Amy Grant plus many more. They invited Dan Fogelberg to special hall and presented to his wife. Dan died in 2007 of prostate cancer. Rip A must see

[@frevryngrocks9346]

🙏❤

[@markdavis5970]

Your tribute to your sister Is beautiful Im sorry for your loss

[@mjphoto45]

Now this is music. I am so lucky I was in my teens in the 70s

[@alciao3441]

Me too graduated in 75 Clark Air force base (DoD) - Wagner HS - republic of the Philippines

[@lukebradley2734]

I’m so jealous that in music nowadays it’s not like this and other bands in 1960’s 1980’s and some of the 90’s

[@garydias746]

Amen

[@lvettesonai]

When I was a kid I loved this song so much. I would sit in the floor and just daydream about what was happening in the song. ❤ To this day it touches me.

[@karysaturday8258]

I'd like to dedicate this song to a courageous young girl named "Maddie Baxa" from Chicago❤. Maddie was taken from us this year in 2023 at the young age of only 13 years from cancer. She loved "horses" 🐴 and she loved her family. I believe Maddie is in heaven rejoicing with a stable of horses and enjoying her time. One day we will all rejoice with her when we see Maddie once again. Bless you Maddie Baxa along with your strong and resilient family.🙏 Love you Maddie. The Saturday Family. Westfield, Indiana🌅🐴

[@christinekojak]

Nashville Indiana here...

[@amandatolleson7740]

I’m so so sorry!!! Your words are beautiful! 🙏🏻😢

[@karysaturday8258]

@@christinekojak❤😊

[@karysaturday8258]

@@amandatolleson7740❤😊

[@davidvarner4089]

My Mother hated this song until…I took her to a county concert (don’t remember the headliners). MMM was an opening act. During his set, the stage went dark. One light illuminated the piano player. He began the opening part. The stage was lit again during the performance. Lights go down during outro Illuminated again on the piano player. The lights go out again. I started a standing ovation

[@vickimanager]

Did Mom change her mind?

[@8257SIP]

The 70's had the best music......and this is one of them......Fantastic

[@patriciaperfater8161]

When music and songs made sense

[@John4849]

My wife of 51 years loves this song.

[@timjohnson8820]

Best version of this song ever. Piano player was awesome and the guitar solo at the end was great 😃

[@markharrah8982]

Agree

[@leahdaugherty4376]

Yep 😄

[@markharrah8982]

Michael Martin murphey did a live version of wild fire years back with piano and a guitar solo reminds me of that.

[@jimpittman5049]

Yes

[@sherbear2016]

Agreed! It was amazing!

[@bernzee22]

Thankful for my folks to show me this one. Its my favorite song now, and my music taste is only getting better with age. Im only 24... If only my friends could appreciate it like I do

[@carreekley7806]

Sounds like my son....it is rare & special.As well as a gift that keeps on giving! Keep on keepin on, young fellow. You guys hold the torch ❤✌

[@user-lu2mz9xt7z]

My daughter said it was before her time. We ended up in an argument about some of her favorite artists and their songs being before her time and possibly mine. No respect for my trying. I believe it's deeper than music. She loses here, but she thinks she won.

[@bernzee22]

@@user-lu2mz9xt7z don’t worry, I go through the same arguments with whoever I’m dating. Some appreciate what I show them, some see this as just a horse song. Can’t reach them all 🤷‍♂️

[@RobertBrown6218-mf6ob]

Great Song just chilling at home,And what a great Piano player.2024 still listening

[@penhillam5598]

❤

[@GM-vf7px]

The Piano and Guitar are Spectacular and seem to entwine in a cosmic embrace!

[@paulcollinsworth3326]

This live version is even better than the studio recording. Very nice...

[@user-zh9ow3jz1t]

dito

[@loisjaeger9059]

I waited on Michael at a health food store in COlorado. He had just played a concert for aid to a wildfire in CO and I asked him if he played Wildfire. OF COURSE❤️🥰💪💃♥️Thanks Michael♥️

[@mr.o1246]

I’m from Colorado, can only hope to see him in concert someday.

[@Najain]

Very good

[@moonglow1311]

Anyone listening in 2020❓🎶🎼🎹🇺🇸

[@superrugged]

dang ur just a space donkey like me

[@dhickethier2791]

what a great way to mellow out in the start of a new year

[@deckmasters7208]

Still here, lol... class of '85

[@RR-qv8uz]

Heck yeh they just don’t make music like this anymore !!!!!

[@moonglow1311]

Can anyone tell me their version of what this song is about❓ The lyrics are quite confusing to me..... Healthy, happy and prosperous New Year's to all‼️🕛🍾🎉🎹🎈🎼🎊🎶🥃🎇🍷🎵🕛

[@twowordsmadeinamerica]

Back when people could actually sing live... brilliant.

[@Steve-bf2go]

The best version of this song, period!

[@MrWalleye101]

Absolutely! I watch it regularly....

[@jasenwar]

His voice got so much better from the 70s to the 80s Much more powerful and smooth

[@crazyloppinrock6143]

I've been listening to this song for 30 years and it never gets old. ✌️ To all of those people that understand this classic , rock on .....

[@Flomariah]

I'm one of them but we're a dying breed.

[@polarbear353]

@@Flomariah Indeed we are, my friend.

[@robertstraight6589]

ON THE DAY I PICKED UP MY LITTLE GOLDEN RETRIEVER NAMED SADIE, AT THE AGE OF 3 MONTHS WILDFIRE CAME ON THE RADIO ON THE WAY HOME. THAT WAS OCTOBER 1975. MARCH 1989, AS I WAS TAKING MY SADIE GIRL TO HER RESTING PLACE THE SONG WILDFIRE CAME ON THE RADIO. I THINK SADIE WAS TELLING ME THAT SHE WAS OKAY AND THAT I WOULD BE OKAY.

[@jaelahd]

yes, I think so to. It's a special song.

[@robertstraight6589]

@lion fish THANKS I THINK SO

[@mikala6798]

Only a true animal lover can understand what you just shared, it's very painful having to say goodbye to your pet your dog, who has been with you for a long time I have a half Maltese half Yorkie she's called a Malteyork She's been with me since 2007 , I just love her and I know the love that we have for our little best friends. It hurts when we have to say goodbye to them. But wildfire I loved that song in the 70s I sang along to it all the time. What a wonderful way to remember you're Sadie listening to this song. God bless you

[@mikala6798]

@jackson pine It's a proven fact, that a person that cannot show signs of any empathy or compassion are indeed narcissistic sociopaths. You my friend I say this in love seek help before you do something that you will regret. Got Jesus?

[@Jabberwalky42]

Okay, you just made me cry.😪

[@debbiescott6732]

There are some songs that just pull you back in time and this is one of them. No matter where I am when I hear this song I'm back in my youth again wishing I could stay there. We had the greatest musical era of all time and we got to live in it. ❤

[@lesliemetz8612]

Im a 70s kid, and i remember hearing this as a kid. It brings back good memories. Sad the kids today have no idea what real music is. A very beautiful and peaceful song. Love it!😢

[@cathymacgregor9246]

I was 24, my 3 babes were in bed, in our cabin,went outside to burn one, this song came on the radio. Couldn't stop crying.....

[@oregon32nursenurse43]

I can’t get enough of this beautiful song!! He’s on tour in 2023😘

[@loisjaeger9059]

Where? I wanna go!

[@mr.o1246]

I hope he is in Colorado

[@rollinmckim4719]

Can I ever lose myself in the opening and closing piano.........with this incredible song in the middle......Haunting. Forever haunting.

[@shamusa943]

An inspiration of my mom as she fought dying from cancer in the 70s.

[@Arborist1959]

When ya hear a song like this, brand new for the first time in 75, you know it's going to transcend the ages! And the people of the future will listen and say.......we wished we lived then! It is a sublime song!

[@cynthiadean19]

Still listening Sept.11,2020.❤💋

[@361sierra]

cynthiadean19 Me too! ❤️🥰

[@alisoncherry65]

Same

[@jamesdevine1005]

Emigrated to Medicine hat Alberta...June 10 th 1975...from glasgow....I knew this was my new home..it just took time...LOVE CANADA ....MAGICAL PLACE.

[@jamestreasure527]

And now I am 85 years old and this song bring me comfort to my spirit

[@jeffreykilian119]

With out a doubt, one of the best written aned performed songs ever to hit the charts. Super talent and with flawless execution.

[@penhillam5598]

❤

[@janeerickson1840]

I cry whenever I hear this song. This full length version is amazing. What a gift to the world.