Father John Misty "Goodbye Mr. Blue"

Father John Misty returns to The Late Show for this performance of his new single, "Goodbye Mr. Blue," which came out today, from his forthcoming album, "Chloe and the Next 20th Century." #Colbert #GoodbyeMrBlue #FatherJohnMisty
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[@patiwatson6362]

That voice, is just so amazing.

[@christianpinchbeck3518]

this guy is literally a genius isn't he...

[@johnentwistle952]

well it´s literally not that

[@RJSOW]

@@johnentwistle952 ha!

[@shannonglass2057]

@beep boop why would you say, no?

[@Greg07623]

@@shannonglass2057 I imagine an extremely low level of self esteem. FJM is otherworldly amazing.

[@qbf4128]

She says, like, literally, music is the air she breathes And the malaprops make me want to fucking scream

[@Radixxs]

“Thank you John” -Stephen Colbert to Father John Misty

[@coreyjames1202]

dead

[@Stehako]

He got the first two letters right, at least

[@albertrobinson6018]

Lol like I know you never liked the names Joshua. You got tired of J. How bout John?

[@doriangray7587]

@@albertrobinson6018 golden reply here folks

[@billbill5326]

I caught that myself.

[@Cameramanandy]

The best modern artist right here. Such classic sounds

[@davidjmckinney]

just the right amount of space between every feature of the music. lovely.

[@tRyan122]

Just had to say goodbye suddenly to my cat. Love those around you with your whole heart. The last time comes way too soon. Rip Uni

[@princepeachfuzz]

rip uni, kitties are angels ❤

[@samniacat]

Cats leave footprints in our hearts. My screen name is that of the first cat that I had who died.

[@thirdman27]

A voice like Harry Nilsson and lyrics of loss that break over you like a wave of pain.

[@stooge81]

The comparisons to "Everybody's Talkin' " are inevitable. Regardless, Misty has an amazing voice that transcends all genres. Voices like this only come around every so often.

[@sharontesta5720]

@@stooge81 Not often enough...this beautiful melody is absolutley SENSATIONAIL!!

[@callumalston5755]

And all about the death of a cat…

[@Scrimpets1]

@@sharontesta5720I mean, yeah, it IS. Nicely worded. Because it IS.

[@TheseOpenRoads]

One of the best songs ever written about putting on shoes.

[@realityjunky]

Why?

[@TheseOpenRoads]

@@realityjunky Why?

[@realityjunky]

@@TheseOpenRoads Why is it one of the best songs about putting on shoes?

[@TheseOpenRoads]

​@@realityjunky It just is. The reviews are in.

[@TheseOpenRoads]

You heard it here first.

[@sinnertrain7405]

Our beloved dog is slowly dying of cancer so this song really hits home. Every time could be the last time.

[@radiophodity]

A very wise man told me, "Sharing your joy multiples the joy. Sharing your grief divides the grief." Thank you for sharing.

[@sachalusty4819]

“Dead dog love song John”

[@realityjunky]

I've been in the same place you are now. Very hard. And I had the same reaction to this song. I have no idea why so many of the comments seem clueless about the lyrics. I wish you peace through the difficult journey ahead. That dog is lucky to have known you and I'm sure he/she appreciates the care you're giving.

[@sinnertrain7405]

@@realityjunky -Thanks for understanding me and FJM's lyrics.

[@realityjunky]

@@sinnertrain7405 It's my honor. This is a difficult but necessary thing that you're going though. Living without pets is very different. I worked with a woman who never got over her first loss. She always seemed sad. When I've had losses, I found pets who were rescued from really bad situations and that gave meaning to my life. Everyone must do what is right for them. I hope your future holds a lot of happiness.

[@iainmackay3987]

Outstanding, beautifully sung, brilliant song , really needed this song

[@judithbreastsler]

i can name a million country and blues singers this evokes, but for me it, in its deceptive simplicity evokes a young cat stevens. one of the best songs i've heard in a while

[@zumodemaiz]

thank you john

[@chrismalpass8174]

Holy shit, this is such a beautiful song. Best songwriter and performer in the world - fact.

[@sydbarrett3175]

So underrated, the guy is a genuine legend. Seeing him live is an experience I recommend anyone to see. Incredible live.

[@kvonjaco]

In my mind this song is a very loving tribute to the first cat that I ever had as a child, Mr. Bluebeard. : ) Also thinking of "The Bad Guy" Scott Hall aka Razor Ramon

[@jimmyfowler7672]

Terrific tune from an eclectic musician.

[@genghis_connie]

It has taken a few listens over the last day to really hear this song... such a departure. I dig it. He's embracing a Glen Canpbell + sad 70's ballad vibe here. Only this Misty Tillman can make that work for me.

[@silentjay01]

I was getting some Jim Croce vibes from that beat.

[@genghis_connie]

@ghost mall YES! Good call. I was looking for hours to find that humming section.

[@genghis_connie]

@@silentjay01 I concur. Right on.

[@ticthak]

About 1/3 of the music, and much more of the spirit is pure Harry Nilsson, Jr writing. Great writers and performers ALWAYS steal from the greats who went before (this is not a dig, you have to actually be GOOD to understand how others' work is good to steal successfully)

[@tomrichardson5433]

Kristofferson, Jackson Browne, Jim Morrison, ...

[@ansfriedvanthournout1403]

The best new song I heard this year so far.....

[@Rav2277]

Close cropped hair and blue jeans?? A true transformation! Beautiful performance

[@Opine_Divine]

He's serving us a full Mac Davis/John Denver vibe.

[@The15colleen]

This is the best song on the new album by far. It’s a totally different sound than the rest of them, too.

[@justind5726]

Yes, this and Only a Fool are the best off the new record (which is amazing, btw.)

[@beetletv8980]

Buzz cut, tapered beard, blue jeans...I like it!

[@greytoeimp]

no belt!

[@beetletv8980]

@@greytoeimp truly iconic

[@dameladytracy]

Absolutely beautiful song

[@stevyyjay85]

He is my prophet. I worship his every word, every note. OMG. The album has just come out and I've transcended to the other place again.

[@robertoloughlin7010]

So gentle, thank you

[@anneball4288]

Saw him on Steven COLBERT and had to replay this song it’s amazing ! Love this!

[@GhostedStories]

Sad song. Sad and beautiful.

[@PREVEDREDCAT]

GO Joshua! Cant wait for the album. Thanks to Colbert's team for this :)

[@evelynbarry5008]

One of my favourite voices of all time.

[@batirtzeurkiaga1716]

He reminds me of James Taylor.

[@steveb.4532]

@@batirtzeurkiaga1716 Hmmm... to me, JT has a quality that's much more unusual and identifiable than what I hear in FJM--a bit more brassy, a bit like Willie Nelson. Here, I was reminded more of Jim Croce (when he's singing a serious, rather than a novelty, song). Or... Harry Nilsson! ("Everybody's Talking")

[@chicopanico]

one night at a bar i asked the dj to put a FJM song. when the song started i did not recognize it so i said to myself "he put a new one". when it finnished i asked to the dj, "it was a new one?", he said "no man, it was a Elton John's song". "No way???" FJM voice is extremely like Elton John's voice. try the EJ old material, close your eyes and you'll see for yourself... amazing!!!

[@dianecurran2298]

Wow! Where has this artist been? What a voice! Reminds of the 70's music I used to listen to

[@sharontesta5720]

Like Cat Stevens,and Harry Chaplin,Such a BEAUTIFUL AMAZING song,well sung and that orchestra BLEW ME AWAY!

[@whvance]

go back to fear fun and listen through all his albums

[@francesca1386]

I love this song...I love his voice it transports me on air and I breathe the blues..

[@austins.2495]

This song guts me

[@tallspicy]

100% digging the laid back 70s vibe ;). If you want a total joy check out his Josh Tillman solo artist work. It’s excellent pre The Father Phase.

[@albertrobinson6018]

Lol when he was sleeping in his van in Seattle. Hell yeah

[@sachalusty4819]

Also him yelling at some staff in a bar thats fun

[@tallspicy]

@@sachalusty4819 never said he was a good guy… his music was good.

[@mmninc.848]

@@sachalusty4819 Have you yet to remove the log from your eye?

[@beathrizgil570]

blessed with a beautiful voice.

[@scopex2749]

The song of 2022!! THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SONG OF THE YEAR!

[@cactaceous]

The Flying Burrito Father!

[@spicydaddy2526]

YES the man finally getting that recognition

[@ramonalisowski318]

Wonderful

[@ginataylor7971]

Just love this man's creations

[@MrYugla]

I feel that this might be the most beautiful homage to Harry Nilsson ever.

[@bangaway]

i was thining the same

[@danamquinn1]

An homage or a blatant rip off?

[@MrYugla]

@@danamquinn1 I love both Harry and Josh Tillman's work and it doesn't really matter to me. But yeah, even the performance is a lot like what Harry did for "Everybody's Talking". I'm eager to hear the entire album :)

[@b_i_l_l_w_i_l_l_i_a_m_s_o_n]

@@danamquinn1 it’s not a rip off. I think it’s just a very obvious homage like the og comment said. I bet he’d say that it was inspired by everybody’s talking

[@danamquinn1]

@@b_i_l_l_w_i_l_l_i_a_m_s_o_n I like how I said it better, it’s a blatant rip off 🙂

[@erinschemmel9092]

I love him so much.

[@tucci007da]

brings to mind a golden oldie "Everybody's Talking" from Midnight Cowboy

[@chrisosullivan5370]

Reminds me of the woefully underated Fred Neill

[@GUiTERtUbE]

I miss this such a unique voice 👍🏼

[@francesmaziarek1838]

Adore his voice, music, lyrics...

[@wearegoingtogoseeyousoonid1891]

What a banger.

[@marcus_ohreallyus]

Love this song...it just overstays its welcome a little.

[@cucamongaduke3600]

The beautiful thing about this song and it being posted here on this website is that, inevitably, someone’s going to complain about it being a “Harry Nilsson rip off” or some odd thing which will compel someone who has never heard of Harry Nilsson to go search this same website for Harry Nilsson and they’ll inevitably find “Everybody’s Talking” and say to themselves, “Wait, I’ve heard that one!” or “Hey this is pretty good I haven’t heard this one before!” and the result of all this is that a bunch of people, having enjoyed the musical stylings of Joshua Tillman, are now also fans of Harry Nilsson. Friends, I hope we can all find the positive in the otherwise negative around us.

[@gregorycrotty2926]

"thank you john"

[@cullingthegenepool6842]

This guy writes some great songs.

[@cookiea1728]

so damn good!!

[@mhoop1]

Really reminiscent of Harry Nillson's "Everybody's Talkin" And I think that's a good thing

[@gcfun]

What a great performance!

[@jasonlogan2411]

Excellent!

[@ferko923]

Hi from Madrid, Spain.

[@Mish1035]

Great song!

[@catherinereynolds9644]

the last time comes too soon💔

[@kittywetzel92]

This sound reminds me of Waylon Jennings for some reason. I really loved listening to this song.

[@kathleenmatagulay1462]

Wow, I just found you! This is absolutely amazing & beautifully done! Blessings to y’all! Keep pushing 😊❤️🙏

[@seancummins7376]

So Glen Campbell - love it!

[@heathernicolecartier6700]

SO Glenn bordering on rip off . It’s well done tho . Love the vibe .

[@joshcraven1018]

Thank you Josh 😉

[@gpeddino]

Damn, he’s looking fine with the short hair.

[@AndreideLosSantos]

great song

[@coyote5851]

YEA! FATHER JAWN!

[@buzzbabyjesus]

Great stuff well played. I definitely hear Glen Campbell. Kind of like "Wichita Lineman".

[@akb5531]

Nice!

[@michaelwatson6326]

so good to see all of the guys/ gals on stage together again ❤️

[@alanmorganstein2699]

That was good af

[@selftrue670]

My instant FJM favorite song. Instant.

[@willisworn]

explaining how this isn't a #1 single is the key to what's wrong with America

[@timwatley4793]

because 95% of people happily listen to whatever shit is on the radio for their whole lives

[@sharontesta5720]

Oh,but give it time! I only hear this on one station, bet it will be a top 10 within a few weeks,judging by all the comments on here hopefully it hits #1

[@rpdunn8]

Brilliant!

[@roop4516]

"Thank you, John"

[@chadelliottyler]

Almost forgot about him. Forgive me Father, for I have sinned.

[@OliveCandy38]

Looking good Josh! I was just looking at pictures of all of us the other day. It seems like a lifetime ago.

[@janeedwards1966]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@n_o_]

good year for the roses

[@edmundau-yeung9598]

Harry Nilsson vibe. Like!

[@billbill5326]

Josh should dedicate this song to all the childless cat ladies. Vote 💙

[@davidw4639]

Been bugging me for a couple of weeks what tune it reminds me of and finally I got it. The Day Before You Came by Abba if it was covered by Glen Campbell. Nothing wrong with that of course

[@heathernicolecartier6700]

This is a few cords away from a full blown theft of Everybody’s talking at me with a dash of Glen . I don’t mind the vibe at all but it’s not anything super original.

[@whvance]

@@heathernicolecartier6700 full blow theft? who gives a shit about the chords, did you even listen to the lyrics?

[@moderndrawing8342]

Buzzcut Josh is my new religion, not even gonna lie.

[@ihatekpeng]

Damnit, Josh Tillman is a golden God.

[@moonlightfitz]

👏👏😭

[@Dulnlop]

Electric guitar player looks like he's cosplaying earlier Misty.

[@nk8633]

#Happybirthday 5 -3

[@hardfolk]

me recuerda a townes van zandt

[@patrickmonaghan9783]

I should be playing bass cause I luv this music

[@ArkRed1]

Not a dry eye watching this. Too many last times in this life.

[@mechanik]

ZADDY

[@smoothguitarforever]

D major pentatonic/blues if anyone's playing along

[@jijito69]

Es como una caricia en el alma

[@fredmichaels418]

Lyrics This may be the last time Last time I put on my shoes, Go down to the corner And buy the damn cat the expensive food That Turkish Angora's 'bout the only thing left of me and you, Early this morning, it started making sounds that say "Don't the last time come too soon? One down, eight to go, but it's no less true Don't the last time come too soon?" Mmh-hmm-mmm Mmh-hmm-mmm Mmh-hmm This may be the last time Last time I get out of bed, Put coffee on and try, in your words "To show some initiative" We used to lay around here laughing At what these freaks out there were trying to prove, mhm But what's wasting time if not throwing it away on work When the last time comes so soon ? Mr. Blue died in my arms, nothing they could do ; Don't the last time come too soon ? Love's always gonna leave ya . No matter what they say, You only know what it is once it's gone away. This may be the last time The last time I lay here with you . Do you swear it's not the cat? You don't have to answer that I'll just make do But maybe if he'd gone sooner Could've brought us back together last June, When the last time was our last time ; If only then I knew . The last time was our last time Would've told you that the last time comes too soon When the last time was our last time Should've told you that the last time comes too soon When the last time was our last time Should've told you that the last time comes too soon. Oh Ah Source: LyricFind Songwriters: Joshua Michael Tilman Goodbye Mr Blue lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

[@ScottTeresi]

Dad jeans!!

[@lucilliastreusvogel]

Oh this guy was with Fleet Foxes

[@maximepronovost3537]

Father Josh Misty

[@WeszzZ________________WViiiiii]

My ATL trip = WAVI Instruments dispute

[@michaelmoreland9690]

Decent song but a pretty close sound and structure to “Everyone’s Talkin at me” by Harry Nilsson.

[@UncleAnaesthesia]

If there's anyone that can pull off a countryesque croon, it's Mr. Tillman.

[@MikeNoble]

Nice song but it was so close to Waylon Jennings’ song This Time that his estate should be contacting him. But it was a good song.

[@sweetsalami21]

When you get Colbert to somberly thank you as John because of your A+ savy performance: *festive mexican whooping*

[@wearegoingtogoseeyousoonid1891]

Man.

[@MAGNUSERNST]

Never knew Tom Segura could write songs so well.

[@JeremyEbenstein]

I hear some John Denver in him too.