Johnny Cash & Waylon Jennings Collection on Letterman, 1983-1995

[@markjarvis5682]

How in the world would anyone give this a dislike you got two of the greatest performers that ever lived

[@jackvanvleck2640]

Love these guys, wish I could have been there to see them ! Country music will never be the same !

[@rocar716]

Must a been a slip of the thumb. 😅 thats what she said too

[@Blantston]

If you learn anything from watching these legends it’s that their pure honesty makes them so endearing. Truly amazing men.

[@avahoneycutt8345]

😂🎉 BELIEVE IN JESUS CHRIST 🙏

[@everyonesentitledtomyopini6723]

Jesus is THE christ , Christ isn't his last name . You should know this

[@niwo33]

21 years old and Waylon is by far my favorite artist ever

[@jaydee0187]

God Bless u Sir or Ma'am

[@KIITOS-bo5fd]

Bios Con Dios🎉❤😢😊

[@ElizabethHughes-so5rz]

Totally agree with you, Waylon was always my American Country music singer of all times, l am lrish myself but I appreciate great Country music singing and Waylon Jennings could sing any song. ELIZABETH in SCOTLAND ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@goregore6259]

Same here

[@ktrn2b]

These legends owned their addictions, I can very much respect that. RIP Waylon and Johnny.

[@maryhowington7935]

This is what people need to hear about drug & alcohol ….. the TRUTH!

[@ssnoc]

I saw Johnny Cash in NYC in 1978 when I was 19 he was standing in front of a building with another guy - I asked him for an autograph and he asked me what I’d do with it … I was so nervous because he was my all time favorite singer - Anyway, he knew I was nervous and started kidding around with me making me feel comfortable - He was a super nice, very big guy and shook my hand telling me to “be careful this city can be a dangerous place” - Amazing man his autograph still hangs on my wall.

[@tnt01]

Wow, cool,what a memory.👍

[@anthonystone2557]

@@ssnoc was he wearing black

[@goldenoldies8324]

Please bring back real singing and real instruments instead of synthetic music. I grew up with this music and long to hear something like this come back. X

[@robertporras7444]

I had the pleasure of meeting Johnny Cash at the Orange County Fair, in the early 90's I was working security and after the show Johnny Cash invited everyone to eat. It was like a Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner, so much food, and I couldn't believe it. The coolest guy, man, entertainer, I have met a lot of singers, entertainers ,actors, celebrities, and some I forgot, but all never forget this Man, he had a heart of gold! Me, I was raised by a USMC, and ive learned a lot from my father, and I learned something from this great man! Thank You R.I.P.

[@chrislevack405]

Hell yeah OC Fair

[@sunnyd6019]

Man wish these guys were around today...........So glad their songs are.

[@terriejohnston8801]

Exceptional video right here!!! Thank You!!

[@rondj1965]

I never realized till just now what a legend Johnny Cash was. Such a giant of a man but still so humble and approachable. He was one of the all time greats.

[@MsThebeMoon]

He was larger than life since I heard of him in the 60's. Believe he's the only country artist in the RnR HOF.

[@christinaomalie429]

He broke down a huge barrier between country and rock. He made it okay to like both.

[@dylandenney3980]

He defies genre. He's country. He's rock & roll. He's folk. He's music. And he's one of the few artists who owned every single song he covered. Rusty Cage is one of my favorite Soundgarden songs but Johnny and the Heartbreakers killed it. Chris played it Johnny's way at his solo shows.

[@jenkins80526]

Johnny Cash was and still is a legend. He had everything. Good looks, a great voice and a desire to entertain us. He came along and rocked the world.

[@victorbrueggemann8934]

@@jenkins80526 And he brought the cookies back.

[@RobertPauly-jw7us]

This has to be the most rock and roll in country music. Whatever David Letterman show, I have ever seen in my life! This is awesome. Great music! God bless you all!

[@danielcohen5679]

Thank you for saving these moments from being lost to time!

[@jaytoday10]

What a couple of legitimate musical legends. Real people from the country singing music about their lives in their own unique and creative ways. No fake ass southern accents and drinking beer on a tailgate song. Smart and badass DUDES, and June’s performance was absolutely lovely. Dave was great on this show. Always so funny and welcoming to all kinds of guests. I’d think Paul and his kickass band probably had a hand in getting such musical guest on the show. Thanks for this video. It brings back a ton of great memories of a couple of grown ass men that this country could use about now. Rest easy to all of those who have moved on.

[@scottbloodgood8851]

I’m mostly a rocker but I appreciate good music, no matter the genre. It’s just like Johnny said “music is for everybody.”

[@lindasuegreenkennedy9739]

Gosh I could watch Waylon 24 7 and never get bored. Thank you for sharing. RIP Waylon!

[@BrendaBooher-hw4mf]

I love it when Johnny and Waylon just started having a conversation and they are so natural and real. They don't make em like this anymore.

[@calvinsaxon5822]

God that is still rare and was even rarer at that time for someone to open up and speak so honestly and directly about their drug use. Johnny Cash was the real deal.

[@avalondreaming1433]

Waylon was charming. I miss this show so much. A better time.

[@tim4cn759]

I miss Johnny and Waylen.. watching 👀 that show makes me feel better 😌 I have been sober for 4 years now 😅 and now I have my little hummingbird who wouldn't be here if I didn't stop using.. my wife stuck with me and my son has to be the best kid I could have ever hoped for so.. God is good all the time 🙏 and prayers are answered in time.. the man in Black's music still shows me new things to this day.. and highwaymen is the greatest song of allllll Time

[@midnightmisssuki6832]

Keep on the good work 💪

[@MicheleMJJ]

Love both Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash. Waylon is really a handsome man.

[@pageribe2399]

Wasn't he, though. Waylon wasn't classicly handsome, but there was just something so magnetic about him that my knees get weak at the mere sight of him........

[@MicheleMJJ]

@@pageribe2399 Ruggedly handsome!

[@allyanderson6755]

I felt a bit bad thinking the same, hes older than my parents, but gosh he was gorgeous. He had the cheeky naughty boy personality with a handsome face, and quite tall too. Very attractive man in every sense. Its not surprising that he had many women in his younger years. Jessi certainly was one heck of a woman.

[@cabellp]

When I was 12 year old my bestfriends dad, (Joel) was dying of cancer (1979). He loved Waylon Jennings. Waylon heard about Joel Jackson (his biggest fan) it was in the local paper. Waylon had both his tour buses drive to Raleigh. He parked one in front of my house, and the other in front of Joel's house. He sat with Joel for about an hour. Joel placed away a few hours later. My mother wouldn't let me go meet him. 10 years later I met him and Jesse Colter. The most humble famous people I've ever met😇 Jerry Lee Kewis was nice too😊 Michael Jordan was very nice too. Waylon and Jesse were so kind and genuine✌💙

[@pedrohilson5461]

🤗🤗🤗😊😊😊Forever in our heart

[@Charles-xy5jd]

Great outlook on people friend.

[@johnmuse6626]

George asked "who's gonna fill their shoes?" the answer was absolutely no one. Country doesn't even exist any more.

[@stevescuba1978]

Try on Tyler Childers, sturgill Simpson, Hayes Carll. There's probably more good country than ever, it is just buried by an ever-deepening layer of crap

[@ryanevasco5693]

Yep, thankfully they left us with endless hits

[@dcathr]

You just ain't heard the good stuff

[@marshavanvoorhis5992]

I’m not entirely sure if “REAL” COUNTRY is gone, dead, or whatever, BUT … I personally think that all those old country gentlemen have been “MENTORS” for all the modern performers today, whether or not they know it or not‼️♥️M

[@SmilingAtheist]

Empty shoes leave a place for someone else to walk on with those shoes. There’s artist taking those steps , just got to pay attention

[@joannaedwards6325]

I believe that fantastic group THE HIGHWAY MEN was one of the BEST 'boy bands' to have graced a stage. Each personality was an integral part of the collection. As a showcase for each singer it couldn't have been better. I miss them all. ❤ 😢

[@joannaedwards6325]

@Orrin Terry ????? Ok. MAN band. Better yet ......how about Geezer Group. I loved them all. Kris is still with us and, imo, still handsome.

[@joannaedwards6325]

@Orrin Terry What passes as popular 'music' now a days is very scary. No soul, no stories, no artistry and, imo, no talent. I worry about our world in the hands of the youngins who listen to that crap. Well at least WE had it good. So many talented ppl are deceased and Joan Baez and Elton John are ( will be ) retiring. Thank God for CDs and KZbin. Have fun enjoying our GOOD music. ✌ & ❤.

[@mikewoodson6930]

At 22:00 , it’s easy to tell that Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings are truly happy to see each other and consider it a pleasure and privilege to sing with each other. Respect is overflowing. Two legends in their own right. Can only imagine the late nights drinking and singing.

[@justspeakingmymind7224]

Look up "tales from the tour bus" Thank me later

[@mkrchnak5269]

@@justspeakingmymind7224 ...yes! Great stuff. It’s even better when re watching.

[@afrohuman2]

@@justspeakingmymind7224 I’ll thank you now 💕✌🏻

[@fairyqueen56]

Thank you for the timeline.

[@terriejohnston8801]

mikewood....I hear you, Brother Alot of great music, laughs, .....shootin' pool & tall cold ones

[@ElimGarakSpoonHead]

Seeing this makes me happy I grew up in a different time. And weep for the world we lose as we get older. “I’ll carry off a little darkness on my back, ‘til things get brighter, I’m the Man in black.” Miss all our fallen heroes.

[@losmosquitos1108]

I actually very like your thumbnail, have an eye on Gul Dukat! 👏😂

[@moss8448]

they just remind of good people...unpretentious

[@moss8448]

heard a story where they had a meeting of sorts and the phone rang and June talked for a good while and when they asked 'who was that? ...she answered ... it was a wrong number.'

[@tanonymous2557]

The modern world has made people more and more rotten

[@jonfaulkner6755]

%

[@elizabethsizemore4714]

They just simply don't make them like these legends anymore. Waylon, Johnny, June, George, Merle....I could go on and on. Y'all Rest in Peace. You have earned it.💜

[@pedrohilson5461]

Legend lives forever

[@deanjollow2892]

Ain’t that the truth, I’m running out of hero’s

[@kevinkern4661]

Amen

[@shawnneice4322]

AMEN THERE!

[@glenmchargue5461]

I think you forgot ol Dave himself here. A different type of legend but still a legend.

[@Dazlidorne]

Having Johnny Cash come on your show is like royalty.

[@livinginh]

Legends that we will never see the likes of again

[@BlackSuburbanMother]

If you're reconciled to God, through His Son, Jesus Christ, one day you shall join Mr. John Cash and reside at the same heavenly address.

[@danashane]

stfu

[@travisgriffey1001]

You got that right rick

[@michaelmoon6675]

Except for when we go to the other side.Amen

[@friedrice69]

Ever. It sucks

[@tandraallen8398]

Will never get any better than Johnny, Waylon and Willie!! I adore them.. RIP Waylon and Johnny.. We miss you.

[@jerrymeeuwse859]

I watched a video of an interview with his wife Jesse and a comment she said about him I will always remember. She said, " no matter who's song he sings, he Waylonizes it." He sure did have an incredible voice.

[@wendywallace9317]

Yea that nails it.

[@jaytoday10]

That’s perfect. He’s probably the coolest looking and sounding human of all time. The DUDE just expels “cool” from everywhere. He and Merle were my dad’s favorite singers. And I was so into being a cowboy growing up. These guys were the soundtrack to my childhood. I remember a few of these interviews. So thankful to live in an age where I can go back and watch this stuff at will.

[@Stillpoint23]

I probably watched this back in the day, stoned on the couch, sloughing off the events of the day, but here I am decades later, enjoying these clips as though they were aired no sooner than today. Love Letterman ❤

[@joemcmillan2089]

I'm a Cash, Jennings, Letterman fan. Never saw any of these shows until tonight. What a GREAT collection.

[@georgealvarez8445]

Hewasrbest

[@eileenholloway642]

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[@ZenithClarity]

Letterman is a punk!

[@kennethslough7884]

Oh, this time, thier is a great segment, where you can see how good a talent, David, Letterman's front man, Paul, his own nightly piano 🎹, player, who u heard from Loud and clear, u never know what a real talented guy he was until he was was expected to get a chance to show case his own personal talent with the likes of this performer, Waylon , Jennings 😉

[@joebilderback8266]

88 7th

[@michaelcasey6616]

These men are True Legends..when your a kid you don't realize things..but once you grow up and become a man you will find yourself listening to their music and loving it.. they will live in our hearts forever

[@jarrettreece3345]

Waylon is buried in Mesa cemetary near my mom and dad I see him every time I go see them

[@TheGreatAlan75]

Wow

[@christinaomalie429]

He's not buried in Texas?

[@Kayte-tv2cw]

Kristina Omalley, Waylon is buried in the Mesa, Arizona cemetery. He and his wife of 33 years, Jessi Colter, had moved from Nashville, Tennessee to the Mesa, Arizona area several years before Waylon’s death in 2002. Jessi still resides there.

[@pauleatinger3105]

Pardon my ignorance but how old was Waylon when he passed away? Thank you kindly.

[@pauleatinger3105]

Also,where is Waylon actually buried at?

[@CarmelitasNannyGoat]

Wow that’s some guest line up for a talk show. Nothing compares now. Icons

[@goodollotw7904]

When waylon walked out to sing with Johnny that was straight chills. Just two larger than life people that had so much influence on music.

[@jantzfitzgerald6115]

Did you have snacks?

[@coreymacdonald7696]

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[@GT380man]

Absolutely, I go back to this song when I need a lift. The way they sang the last chorus together with looks that only old friends can manage, just honesty. Such feeling in those simple lines of Kris Kristofferson.

[@lonneblodgett4902]

True facts, I have truely shed a year there. Lost treasures, that era,😔🎶🎶❤️🍀✌️

[@ritamead6318]

@@jantzfitzgerald6115 😂😂🤣

[@MrDMV816]

Be glad that you lived in a time of giants. Those two will never be duplicated or replaced.

[@christineadams1284]

Real Men. Soyboys cannot fill their shoes.

[@MrDMV816]

Indeed

[@kash8287]

@@christineadams12842

[@kyhickgaming8975]

Yes sir can’t find a one that can replace them guys and they won’t at all either

[@gracieg7601]

@@christineadams1284 absolutely the best times.

[@f1s2hg3]

Johnny Cash is a legendary entertainer and they don’t make them like him anymore!

[@prmaninla]

As others have said, this is epic. Johnny and Waylon were so bad-ass but also were so gracious, charming and genuine. And if June Carter Cash singing Ring of Fire doesn't get a tear from you, we need to check for a pulse.

[@MsThebeMoon]

I'm a Rock and Jazz person, but I have nothing but respect for Johnny Cash and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Waylon. Had a couple Waylon Jennings ' album.

[@lovesdogs150]

So long a time since I heard this song Don't take your guns to town. Still good advice today

[@jamesd1542]

Tears to my eyes ! Best you tube clips ever, unbelievable men . They will always be in my heart and memories.

[@jamesd1542]

True Men

[@ByDesign333]

Johnny & June had such depth...there's nobody in country music quite like that anymore, sadly.

[@barrydowda6961]

Glad we have access to the legends of the past. I grew up listening to these guys and enjoy sharing the videos with my grandkids.

[@christineadams1284]

Yes, keep these talented legends alive through your grandchildren. 🎸🎼🙏❤️

[@user-mu5ny1ks6t]

Halfway through you see the vitality both Waylon and Johnny got from sobriety. As they aged they looked serene and truly enjoying life.

[@deborahmcham7895]

I sure miss Waylon and Johnny.... True country singers.

[@shaykatz5648]

Interesting how Marty Stuart hung back when playing his mandolin on backup & caught a peek of him later in the background.

[@frankmaxfield7025]

Two of the greatest legends that ever lived on earth and two of the greatest legends to play together in heaven. Rest in peace Waylon and Johnny.

[@chrisdoe6890]

If only we had some genuine down to earth people on late night TV like this . Sad how we have slipped into the Abyss.

[@tricky2055]

Hearing Johnny and Waylon talk about their recovery was fantastic!

[@midnightmisssuki6832]

This needs more ups... so amazing

[@marthaashley2211]

Yes it was fantastic hearing them say they were clean great news 4 them.

[@nancyfralick7970]

I hope Johnny and Waylon realized by telling their story they saved people lives, and got sober. And sad for the ones that didn't win!

[@tommypetersen2540]

So true, Waylon's story of sobriety saved my life. Been sober almost four years now. Waylon's audio book literally became my Bible of hope. My hero

[@Kayte-tv2cw]

Doug Richardson, And what about Waylon and the support of his wife of 33 years, Jessi Colter?

[@peggyhill7283]

I met Waylon in 1982. It was an outdoor event. A security guard asked me if I wanted to see where his bus would arrive? I said, "sure." He took me where these bushes were with a table. The spot was obscure. Sure enough Waylon's bus pulled in & out he came between the bushes. A crowd started to gather. He walked up to me & with his hand extended he said, "Hi there little girl (I was 25 years old), how are you?" I shook his hand, trying to think of something intelligent to say but all that came out was; " I'm fine thank you Mr. Jennings. " Then he tipped his hat & said; "The name's Waylon." From that day on whenever I have been addressed by my last name, I say; " The name's Peggy. " It was a humbling experience. I'm no better than he is was my thought. He was very respectful & kind. Although, it was moment in time it's great memory. Thank you Waylon. Godspeed to you & Johnny & June Cash. 🙏💞🙏

[@stennilsen9584]

Thanks for sharing. Sounds very nice to have met such a legend. Nice memory🤩 (pardon my poor english, i’m from Norway)

[@steveperreira5850]

Ms. Peggy, that is one fine story, thank you, Steve

[@waltercondi4584]

That was an awesome story and I am so jealous lol. i'm 53 and i remember when i was around 16 playing my drum sticks on my dresser to the dukes of hazzard theme song. I was a hugh country music kid even tho i came from a city in NJ well when i finally seen a video of waylon singing the dukes song i was so blown away!!! all these years that was his hand playing the guitar lmao... well since then i was a fan, waylon and willie cant get any better! thanks! walt

[@peggyhill7283]

@Proud Straight White Christian Conservative ....Yes, they are wonderful. I was a LOT star struck! June, Johnny, & Waylon are sadly missed. TY for commenting.💝

[@peggyhill7283]

@@stennilsen9584 .....Your English is just fine. It's a great memory. Thank you very much!💝

[@professorjams]

Waylon’s charm was natural. He was a real cool card.

[@ShootYourRadio]

Yeah, those ex-cons tend to be that way. Haha.

[@andreabalsimo5991]

Lame but nessisary

[@susantunbridge4612]

cool cat, is the expression

[@vanmoody]

I am ashamed to say I had forgotten just how cool he was. Very likable guy.

[@vanmoody]

@@ShootYourRadio Friend, I agree. Do you think they developed their persona because it helped them survive?

[@jonathanwingo13]

This is one of the coolest things I’ve ever found on YT. I love everyone here, such great music. Thx for sharing

[@Vanasse1]

Watch how Waylon waits for Johnny before he walks over to sit with Dave. Class act!

[@lornaseastone3005]

Came to Waylon Jennings late and just can’t get enough so watch everything I can.

[@kretopi123]

He's the Genuine Article

[@suesnowden882]

Me too!

[@blacksabbathrulez9100]

Do the same with Elvis. No one compares...

[@christinaomalie429]

@@blacksabbathrulez9100 Check out early, early Willie Nelson.

[@Signals_Jerry]

@@blacksabbathrulez9100 the KING!

[@chipjackson765]

In the liner notes of the album "Waymore's Blues II", producer Don Was said Waylon was the only person he' ever met who could say "I was on tour one time with Buddy, Elvis and John..." and have every word it of it be true.

[@Duddie82]

Good music like this no longer exists. These songs tell a story, and that is very cool.

[@Popcorncedar]

There are some good ones out there still. Takes a lot of searching but they exist.

[@michaelwheeler3782]

I am a rocker to the core and have never been fond of country music. Anytime I can see or listen to Johnny Cash, Willie or Waylon I love it. Great musicians come in any genre

[@spuzzlightyeartoo]

That first interview with Cash was as perfect as it could be. One of Dave's top interviews for sure. "Were there snacks?" was classic.

[@jpascaln]

That was a classic from Letterman. Can you imagine the time Johnny was describing, absolutely amazing.

[@slomoshaker7536]

Waylon a true outlaw. Love him

[@MarkGeraghty]

There is something riveting about his face and voice. Pure honesty.

[@bsnf-5]

Whose?

[@fungidungie]

When you spend so much time with these guys through their music and now there gone it can be a little emotional seeing them sitting there.

[@brucelee9941]

You wish you could have sat with them and just listen to them talk, amazing men, good men

[@frannybellotti4790]

I concur

[@drmatacic]

Also makes me miss my Dad.....

[@lorigrimrs6367]

Reminds me of my childhood with my late father. My dad and I were huge fans of the highway men. My favorite outlaws.

[@82566]

Yes indeed !!

[@patrickwalsh279]

These clips together are easily one of the very best things I've ever watched on KZbin. Such character, such talent, such humanity.... "Ain't that just like a human? Here comes that rainbow again." Precisely. Miss these guys. Celebrate Willie and Kris while they're with us! Honky-Tonk Heroes and Highwaymen for sure.

[@johnsennett1690]

People are more likely to be medicine men than pills after those days of this man all I needed was my guitar a bit of luck aride to the little show bar and man one night in Nashville it was me brian barnett t bone darwood taylor in walked my biggest real live I con the man mr. Waylon Monday blues went away I'll be famed ya ,all waylon n t bone summons to play t bone had ben talking with Matt Andrew's production man at soundemporoum studios Nashville's famous studio I loved it man and he was so nice to me I'll never forget that night I am just now writing a song about that monday sad night and one star gave me a outlook to beat blues with one guitar

[@dixieperigo1763]

@@johnsennett1690 zaa

[@tammylorcher5169]

I've never heard that song. But it awesome

[@raymccraine2449]

I've always liked Waylon.

[@moseymay1772]

Yes, Kris 86 and Willie now 89 I believe. Loretta Lynn made it to 90, but it was still hard to let her go.

[@justvickthorne1912]

No one like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Kris Kristopherson....they were the real deal always....talent

[@paperclips4113]

Holy Hell! I love these guys ... and WAY before my "time!"

[@paperclips4113]

Awesome interview

[@shaykatz5648]

Only 1 other group compared to The Highwaymen as far as great talent. That was The Traveling Wilburys.

[@ritagren2653]

Here comes that rainbow again... some 40 years after Johnny visited Dave Letterman and sang it. Great TV video! Love seeiing and hearing them s today, Johnny, Waylon and Dave too!

[@artmcpharlin6730]

Johnny and Waylon, two of my favorite, thanks Mr. Letterman

[@duessa8847]

Christmas eve 2021. We need more Waylon and Johnny in this world

[@jamesagwe2981]

Rip Waylon and johnny

[@giovanna8187]

Amen! Wonderful talent.

[@budman201]

Right after the game

[@kathypritchard9852]

And Merle Haggard ❤😭

[@waylonsquire5481]

I'm named after the guy how could I not love him

[@rickeypendleton1075]

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[@travisgriffey1001]

I named my youngest boy Waylon Kash

[@wayloncapps9480]

Yes how could we not!

[@WhiteManXRP]

Aww. Brings tears to my eyes...great great man

[@mattkaustickomments]

I see... Chris Squire from Yes. Cool.

[@amandabuller8627]

Johnny cash the one person who will tell you like it is and your heart just brakes for him. What he did for music and movies and just being a good person he was an amazing man. God bless Johnny and June always

[@kbcustoms3571]

I can just listen to these mens speaking voices for hours.

[@MamawJohnsonBkj]

Same here

[@musicfanhawk4523]

Waylon had the smoothest voice talking or singing! And what a wonderful nice man. I just love him! Just love the 2 of them singing together. This was great! Thanks for posting.

[@steveperreira5850]

Waylon and Elvis, my two favorite Male vocalists!

[@wendywallace9317]

Like absolute butter!

[@kalyn7220]

This is the most pleasant hour I have spent for a long time. Wonderful memories of all three of them.❤

[@jackgill3832]

He was the greatest. What’s your favorite Jonny song?

[@AttiMatter]

@@jackgill3832 That’s a very difficult question.

[@gracieg7601]

Johnny was friends with Elvis too. One or two times I heard of when Elvis played vegas he would sing a couple of johnnys songs and say this is for my friend Johnny cash.

[@michaelelliott1212]

Waylon smoking a cigarette on the air. Who needs P.C.??? Johnny Cash's memory for things of his yesteryears is admirable and amazing! And it's so wonderful two legends are/were lifelong friends.

[@trharrington22]

Waylon Jennings was such a legend

[@tomegr583]

Truly. Met him once my Dad was a huge fan and took us to a concert in Omaha. Waylon kept glancing at Dad and a stage hand came out at the end and asked us to come backstage..we got to meet him because he said he thought Dad was George Jones (this happened to Dad a lot) and then as they got to talking, my Dad's reply to the mistaken identity was always "no but I do have a thing for Tammy Wynette" Waylon kept asking Dad if he sang because Dad had a deep, gravelly voice that made you take notice when he spoke. Dad never sang, but they did have a few drinks together and we had pics taken. I was about 7 and got to sit on Waylon's knee. A special memory. Dad is gone now but when I listen to Waylon I hear my Dad's voice again.😊

[@notsosilentmajority1]

David Letterman had a lot of Country folks on his show and he seemed to really like them. I miss these performances and the ones we have lost. We have a few left and need to appreciate them while they are still here.

[@notsosilentmajority1]

@James Smith Yes, he is really amazing. I didn't give him enough credit years ago, he really is a talented man.

[@jeffearnest3269]

My Brother Milton loved Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings very much and I miss him every day.

[@bigdawg1758]

When Dave spoke of the enormity of seeing these gentlemen walking toward him. Just Johnny Cash in the black outfit would make you shake in your boots. Johnny and Waylon were some bad ass dudes.

[@bodyoftruth7766]

Maybe in their 20's. They were physically destroyed by the time they were in their 40's and not imposing.

[@weirdead829]

@@bodyoftruth7766 come on. Be nice

[@brandonhaynes2652]

Body of Truth, have some class man, it’s Johnny and Waylon, you do $1,000 of drugs a day and tell me where you’re at in your 40s.

[@abelincoln5698]

@@bodyoftruth7766 you were never imposing or impressive in any way, at any time

[@bodyoftruth7766]

@@abelincoln5698 I guess you scare easy. Comfy upbringing will do that.

[@paulthepainter2366]

I got a six and eight year old running around past their bedtimes while this is playing. Like when I was their age at grandmas house.

[@dwightcurrie8316]

Cash said on his Johnny Cash Show that "Waylon's a good friend and if he likes you, hell let you know it.....If he don't like you, he'll let you know that too" That was Hoss to a T

[@slackburngirl8593]

Waylon’s stayin home and lovin Jessie more these dayyyys…. One of the best lines ever written ! ❤️❤️❤️ He is immortal !

[@wally1452]

In the 90's in 1995 & 1996 I saw, front row at County Fairs, Johnny and Waylon...absolutely the thrill in my life. I am grateful for that...my 2 favorite all time singers and entertainers...each one filled a concert hall and were Master entertainers when heading the Specials they were on. I miss them terribly. They went Gold and Platinum with their Highwaymen Albums and they were all but blood brothers for 30 years (stories that they each told of their love and appreciation for one another. THANKS for posting this! Best, w

[@josephdeshane4458]

Wow what a show they were all great wow

[@charlotteruse158]

The fact that they're candid about their drug use says everything about their character.

[@ryandawley6587]

The difference in Waylon between the first appearance and the second is huge. Knowing what it feels like to be deep in the shit, desperate, denying it and out of control, and then to be sober, that feeling when you get your clarity and energy back is worth every pain you go through to get there. Also noticeable in Richard Pryor when he got sober in the 1980s. I'm not anti-drug, but I can say with authority that they can sneak up on you and become your life without notice.

[@donnygoldsworthy3068]

In 1988 I had the pleasure of introducing Waylon in Spokane Wa. ( I was the morning man d.j. ) His wife was there ,Jessi Colter , she sang her huge hit. "I'm not Lisa "My name is Julie ... Back stage ,hob nobbing , and I always got 8 by 10 s of every country star of that period .! So I put my arm around Waylon's wife. ,Getting ready for the pic .. I GOT A LOOK THAT WENT RIGHT THREW ME. FROM WAYLON !! DAMM NEVER WILL FORGET IT. ODD. ...THATS MY STORY. ABOUT THE MAN. DAN DAN

[@shawnneice4322]

Take over every aspect of your life.

[@janierozmaryn97]

You described being "deep in the shit" and all that goes with it, exactly how it is! Im so greatful to have all that far behind me.

[@denniss2900]

So true man. Same with booze. Happy I’m starting to get my shit together!

[@Lynn-td3ly]

Got that right! I was a 15 year heroin addict; now clean for 21 years! Wasn't easy! All I can say is God had me in His hand!

[@katherinea.rodgers8366]

When I was 14 (a very long time ago) I babysat for a woman who worked in a bar called the Palomino in North Hollywood. Johnny Cash had a gig there and I begged her to sneak me in to see him. I have been to 200+ concerts in my life but seeing Johnny Cash in that small place was truly the highlight of my life!

[@kevinshoemakermusic3850]

That's very, very cool!

[@pepppery]

I saw Johnny’s last show in sf at the Fillmore in 1994. One of the best shows I ever saw. June came out and played about 4 songs.

[@drd1924]

That's awesome, I never saw Johnny but have seen many country artists, including Hank Jr., Brad Paisley, Terri Clark among others ...but my highlight was seeing Merle Haggard, he was so honed and perfectly polished as a musician that listening to him live was like listening to one of his CD's. No mistakes, no fumbles and in perfect pitch. So smooth.

[@infotruther]

We here in Canada had a bar and tavern called the palomino to as well ad opry north

[@monmixer]

My grandmother was a head bar maid / bar manager by todays terms in a huge night club back in the road house days in the 70's they had national acts about once a month. Great bands every Friday and Saturday night but the big guys once a month. I met Gary Pucket there. the Jaggerz right after their big hit The Rapper, the Rascals and a few other notables. I went in the after noon with her to get it ready and they were bringing their gear in and sound checking. I got to meet them all in owners office on a very personal level. I wanted to play a guitar and be a rock star. lol they did give me some good advice and i had a lot of fun playing music in the bars and roadhouses until I was close to 40 and i also worked in show business as a stage technician. eventually i was making a living mixing sound and things like that so I gave up playing music on the weekends because I really had no choice as i had to choose between one or the other. as music happens on the weekends for the most part. those were great days. I got gig mixing sound every Saturday night on a live radio broadcast in a 2300 seat theatre. I was knocking down some cash as there were lots of other shows there also on the other days. Been doing it all my life. show business is great business but right now this damn cornona virus covid 19 has killed live shows as well as a lot of people. i never thought i would see the day the music died. But I damn sure am living it right now.

[@shannonelam6766]

Two of the greatest singers in the world, and its sad knowing they are not with us anymore, and I’d bet they’re entertaining everyone up in heaven. I’m sure my mom and dad are enjoying their music and the pleasure of their company! R.I.P. Johnny and Waylon........

[@phoinixrios9110]

Got on to his one foot and never complained ,was down on his luck with nothing .a saint came along and got him out of bed and back singing ,his money situation improved ,what a man !!😀😀😀he survived.His lovely wife coaxed him to regain confidance. Taken to soon ,jhonny too. What a loss.poor kris Kristofferson loved and adored Johnny Cash😀I think he went to pieces at his death ,he missed these two highwaymen ,johnny and Waylon .Kris slowly backed away from his music,The word retire he did not use, not that I rec,all just a salute at end of his last show😭😭😭😭😭😭 we fans miss him please give us a life book on all of your travels ,escapades, ups downs, heartaches .mabey a few more new songs. Thank you Kris KRISTOFFERSON WILLY NELSON (still alive)WAYLON JENNINGS, and JOHNNY CASH gone,we wish you both to be in heaven happy ,singing, now all wanted posters taken down as JESUS wanted you both, now HE has you two,GOD BLESS, we love you, miss you , will never forget you.😭😭😞😞 .Hope to see you again in Heaven.xxxxxx😁😁😁

[@lindamullins1446]

​@@phoinixrios9110 I think Kris deserves more attention I have old albums that are gold to me and Kris wrote a lot more songs than some people know. He is great

[@cathybrown8334]

I never got to see Johnny Cash. When Waylon came out I got chills.

[@ThomasKemmy]

2 of the All Time Greats. May they Rest In Peace. Had the good fortune to see them plus Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson in Central Park in the early nineties. The Highwaymen. Incredible Talent.!!!

[@mark11967AD]

For anybody that grew up before computers and smartphones or even cable there was definitely some boredom and loneliness, but also time for self reflection and soul building. We’re missing that today in fact it’s being weaned right out of American society. Money is king. It’s sad. These guys definitely were not about the money. They were about embracing their fellow man and woman through song. Amen to that.

[@mark11967AD]

@warren3427 Thanks. Things definitely headed in the wrong direction

[@johnconnell4503]

Best comment ever

[@theartofnegation880]

Genius.

[@andrewcostello1587]

I was born During this time and I agree[

[@Red-Viper-Red]

Also drugs

[@tricky2055]

I saw Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan at a concert they had together. First Willie played, then Bob played. One of the best shows I’ve ever seen.

[@stevescuba1978]

I saw bob Dylan open for Paul Simon, and between sets, they sang acoustic Johnny Cash songs. It was unreal!

[@jm533]

The is amazing! I was a child of the 80s grew up listening to my grandfather playing his guitar holding jam sessions on weekends singing all of these legendary songs . Love me some Johnny Cash. LEGEND

[@acejohnstonmafiawars]

People seldom realize how supportive Letterman was with the music community. I miss his show.

[@theragebadger1465]

I miss Waylon.

[@gracieg7601]

I miss letterman too!

[@shawnuel]

He was especially supportive of musicians' musicians, songwriters etc. who maybe didn't light up the charts like some much lesser hacks out there.

[@joannaedwards6325]

What I don't understand is why some ppl really don't (Or didn't) like Letterman. He's not Johnny but he sure has his own brand of funny. And so likeable. Thank you for putting these Letterman shows up for us. Good work!

[@ednasmith4412]

I miss Letterman too Colbear lol sounds like a political rerun.

[@dingodancer]

I was 14,15 and 16 when the Johnny Cash Show was televised here in Australia. It was on the ABC every Sunday evening. The influence of Cash and his many guest shaped my musical interest for the next 52 years. Cash, Kristofferson, Dylan. Joni Mitchell etc, etc, etc. Such a special time.

[@terriejohnston8801]

SUPER VIDEO...THANK YOU! I LOVE WAYLON & JOHNNY 💜❤️🩵💙

[@Mojoe70]

Waylon was such a cool dude, hands down my all time favorite country singer.

[@jenkins80526]

"I don't remember a lot of things" Waylon Jennings These interviews with Johnny and Waylon are priceless.

[@82566]

100%

[@beezzzzbuuzzzz]

Wow, this was pure joy to watch! Thank you!

[@chewar7537]

No better guests were ever on that show!!!!! These two legends are awesome!!! 😍💙🖤

[@jpascaln]

Letterman was in good company that night.

[@georgeleague7140]

Thanks for letting me view Johnny and Waylon. It was great watching.and listen to both of these fantastic artists. I owe you guys one.Take care and God Bless

[@bonesc7201]

It doesn't get much better than this! Two of the most honest sincere country artist that ever lived and lived there music.

[@Schulz1362]

I grew up listening to Johnny Cash. My parents watched his TV show. I didn't appreciate what a beautiful talent he was until I was in my 30's. This video is fantastic.

[@BIgBass255]

When I was 10 years old, my Dad and I eating a hamburger in a greasy spoon cafe across from Sun Studio, Johnny Cash and a fellow who looked like Waylon walked in and sat down for some coffee and cigs. Seeing him on Dave's show is really great.

[@Sunset-chaser777]

These are awesome! Thank you 🙏 for posting Living Legend for sure I’m glad I was alive to see those men through their journey