Glen Campbell Wichita Lineman

[@rangerbennett]

Possibly the most beautiful song ever composed. Here on 2024

[@maralynfarber2068]

Here in March 24. What talent and genius!!

[@keithwarner6997]

❤

[@EdWeibe]

@@maralynfarber2068 april25

[@jkrasney1]

Agreed ❤

[@katygitlin9615]

Yep

[@willynelson9595]

Eddie Van Halen is famously known for asking, “you think I can get a guitar lesson from Glen Campbell?”

[@lmbscriptsharcs2044]

He asked Alice Cooper, Glen’s golfing buddy, to set it up. How legendary is that?

[@AirWreckD]

​@@lmbscriptsharcs2044that's f-in awesome!

[@keithwarner6997]

Wow. He was just different

[@berniemadoff7837]

​@@lmbscriptsharcs2044 Alice Cooper is a scratch golfer. I've only met him in passing in the San Antonio airport hallway. I could recognize him from a distance and as we passed all I could say was "Duuude". He turned his head and smiled, then continued on his way.

[@bgrob1839]

Merle Haggard once said "If there was ever a case of God putting too much talent in one individual, it was Glen Campbell."

[@jayrhodes2097]

Looks and talent. Merle said Glenn went through the lines more than once

[@calcasieukid]

Great quote

[@charliekucharski2079]

I heard Merle say that about Glen and he really meant it. That's really a big compliment.

[@keepgrindingup7661]

💯

[@BillDewrell-py2tj]

Agreed ❤

[@PaulBlank-l6g]

A once in a lifetime talent

[@Squee_Dow]

I'm so glad it was during my lifetime.

[@janecoull3197]

Such a beautiful song💗

[@frankchris07]

Facts

[@Paulio91184]

Glen and Kris are probably doing this in heaven right now. RIP Kris

[@keithwarner6997]

We love you xo

[@kevinmorrow2788]

The music they made is a part of heaven to counteract the satanic genocide of Zionism

[@timwalcott6268]

Amen!

[@johndrayton8728]

Here in 2024. Love the look on Kris's face as he listens to this fantastic version. God bless you, Kris. Rest in peace.

[@davesherman737]

“And I need you more than want you and I want you for all time” might be the greatest line in any song EVER!!

[@glenmorgan4597]

Why?

[@davesherman737]

I really like the composition of that verse. He establishes that his need is greater than what he wants but then says that his want is basically limitless. In my opinion he is saying that his want of her and his need of her is immeasurable!

[@waynelodwig8153]

Agreed 100%

[@peter1112211]

@@glenmorgan4597 The future is nothing without our better half. The future of our family, country, and maybe the world. Our life is bound up in others, and yet we experience a lot of life alone anyway. We have no choice but to work hard, if not for ourselves for them. Some knowledge that might have been acquired at great personal cost since they don't teach much about such things in school. The world has trended toward disposable relationships, so there is an heroic aspect of standing firm against change. That's my long winded take on these 15 words, anyway.

[@honestreviewsonly1915]

Absolutely!

[@mahdiammons1577]

Kris is in the zone 🎼 🎶🎶

[@litedawg]

Music stars today can’t hold a candle to performers like Glen Campbell. Not a chance.

[@joerectifier]

It is not even close…..not even in the same dimension….Glen Campbell is almost without peer in his talent and variety and skill. I am blessed to have been able to see and hear his talent.

[@jerryracicot2231]

Exactly !

[@timwalcott6268]

Absoulutly correct. Standing on a stage screaming F-bombs and seeing how much of your ass crack you can get a way with by this new fad or whatever a person calls it?Glen had style, amazing song writing talent, voice was one of a kind, his picking on his guitar was and still is a pure pleasure to listen to. True musician and singer songwriter that have gone sadly passed on. Thanks Glen Travis Campbell .

[@adambrickell6425]

They don't have Glenn s class or talent!

[@zyrrhos]

@@adambrickell6425 I take it you're not referring to the snorting lines of coke off Tanya Tucker's ass period.

[@marybarrett47]

I hate to admit it, but I didn't appreciate Glen as much as I should have back in the day - he was sooo good

[@robineast6446]

I know, me too. He was a prodigy on the guitar. He could play anything on his guitar by the time he was 8 years old. At least now Mary we can appreciate all that he’s accomplished. 🙂❤️

[@anyaamasova6607]

And he was said to have perfect pitch. I believe he recorded with The Beach Boys when he was a studio musician.

[@micheleshadrach4070]

Same!

[@debrajarnagin7101]

As a child i didnt like his music like i do now

[@debrajarnagin7101]

Me too

[@fyermun]

I love how Kris Kristofferson puts his head back and closes his eyes when Glen sings the line "And I need you more than want you, and I want you for all time." He's probably heard it a thousand times but theres something about the song and that line that really digs at your soul. RIP Glen Campbell your songs will live forever in so many hearts.

[@bigruss2069]

Since I first saw this clip I was struck by the same reaction from Kris. I always imagined him to be saying to himself " I wish I would have wrote that line."

[@userkev5150]

Looks to me that he doesn't know the words tbh ,?

[@fposmith]

I heard Chris say many years ago in an interview that "I need you more than want you, and I want you for all time" is one of the greatest song lyrics ever written. I'm sure that's what he's reacting to.

[@Kulio_ib3wc]

Yeah this song never gets old and that line "I need you more than want you " is timeless. It reminds me of a lost love.

[@tarabarker9275]

I cry every time. 😢

[@jakeclark66]

“Wichita Lineman is a song about an ordinary man thinking about about extraordinary things.” - Billy Joel

[@jamesjahoda1613]

He just drops this. No needless chatter. He just hits it. He was the greatest.

[@keithwarner6997]

I love you

[@ogdog123]

This👆, exactly true.

[@tiffsaver]

Who but Jimmy Webb could write a simple country song and make it sound like Shakespeare?? This is pure poetry.

[@janebraun4482]

True, he was driving west and saw these guys up there, the song came to him, incredible.

[@jeanniemainzer8551]

And I need you more than want you. My gosh--priceless.

[@tiffsaver]

@@jeanniemainzer8551 That line got me, too. Wow.

[@dr.davidgerstenaminoacidth2421]

Jimmy Web is in his own category of greatness.

[@DFC-d1d]

Jimi Hendricks was asked what is like being the best guitarist in the world. He responded,”I don’t know, you have to ask Glen Campbell”

[@jimbrew4529]

The questionable lore states Jimmi also said that about Chicago's Terry Kath and Roy Clark, as well.

[@DonnaMiller-t4s]

What a great response ❤

[@keithwarner6997]

I love you so much. Glen was my fav ever at so much. He was our hero almost

[@chrisgmurray3622]

Eric Clapton was once asked the same question ( ie what's it like being the best guitarist in the world?) He answered similarly to Hendrix, saying " I don't know,... you'll have to ask Albert Lee! It seems as if this is a standard answer to a typically stupid journalist's question)

[@rogerdsmith]

This is an urban legend that was debunked decades ago. Most often the guitarist that would be mentioned is one you haven’t thought about…… Phil Keaggy.

[@pauln8913]

When Kris closed his eyes he knew he was listening to a genius. A measure of the best respect

[@Harleyever]

As a Lineman for 38 yrs , in Florida & the Pacfic Northwest....very personal for me and my family....thanks Glen !

[@RanBlakePiano]

Audio too quiet

[@larryherbert252]

Definitely had to know something about a lineman’s work to write this song, and yeah when a song is written about something you’ve experienced its more personal.

[@jhandle4196]

@@larryherbert252 There's a video out there in which Jimmy Webb talks about writing this song. He's an Oklahoma native.

[@jimg1950]

Comment from another video of this song: "My Dad was a lineman in the Midwest for 35 years. He walked in 5 minutes late to work one morning and his boss asked him why he was late. He explained that Wichita Lineman came on the radio as he was pulling in. The whole crew nodded approvingly and his boss said it was an acceptable excuse. Glen Campbell was such a legend."

[@SinnerSince1962]

That is an awesome story.

[@cheshlfc]

That’s bloody brilliant

[@pj2334]

Wonder story

[@darrin321]

So so great!

[@karl662]

Cool that his life was in the song. I love it.

[@michaeltieri798]

When some people pass, you realize what the word loss really means. RIP Glen

[@louisbisignano4340]

It’s 1969 my dad is 40 years old has 6 kids and my mom. We load the new Ford station wagon he just bought and we head for Michigan. It’s the first new car I’ve ever been in.As we leave NYC he turns on the radio and this song comes on. It becomes a massive hit and as we travel I notice telephone lines,truckers,mid western Cowboys and magical guitar players,and this song on most radio stations. Thank You Glen you made my Dad A Country music fan. Peace.

[@robertryan2542]

Still listening here in Ireland ☘️ 2023. A classic.

[@bobferrell8187]

After viewing the 2024 CMA Awards this evening for approximately 4.5 minutes, I had to once again remind myself what True Music is all about!

[@LawrenceB123]

one of the greatest songs ever written ❤️

[@quentincrisp6933]

A haunting piece of Americana that pulls on the heart strings still 50 years later!

[@soundtreks]

One of the greatest songs ever written

[@janebraun4482]

Yes, that's why I find it hard to hear, more so to watch the great Glen play and sing. Glad to know I am not the only only who feels this song remembering it coming out the old radio in our house, as a kid, knowing something quite haunting is accurate. The Ameriana part too, an era, a time, we will never see again, so I get sad.

[@Lima_Golf_Bravo]

Holy cow! One of the greatest songwriters ever sitting next to one of the greatest guitar players ever with my teenage crush, Crystal Gayle sitting behind them. Wow!

[@jayrhodes2097]

The look on KK face when the line "I need you more than want you" is priceless

[@Lima_Golf_Bravo]

@@jayrhodes2097 it definitely is a great line. Such a simple yet, deep statement.

[@jeff-qt5my]

kris was the best

[@robertpercival5688]

This song still gives me chills. Amazing guitar break

[@39thala]

Absolutely one of the most beautifully written and performed songs of all time.

[@blackandgold676]

I can't stand most "country" music, but always loved Glenn's music, and this song in particular; it's evocative while speaking about desire and pain and human journey, without mentioning Budweiser or pickup trucks even once.

[@simonhodgson4941]

Perfect comment👌

[@ericbown1551]

💯

[@jaykay6387]

It is one of those songs that is beautiful beyond words. It chokes me up every time I hear it.

[@KenHill]

Written by Jimmy Webb and executed so wonderfully by Campbell!

[@chetg2924]

best rendition of this he ever did in my opinion. Kris Kristoferson sitting right there. man. Thank you Lord for saving Glen. Seeing Kris enjoying this makes the song really seem special.

[@elizabethbuttermore8015]

Amen. Glen Campbell's making music in heaven!

[@PoubelleKansas]

And thank you Lord for saving Kris; his testimony on this very show was incredible

[@EdWeibe]

oh? I must see more of the show.@@PoubelleKansas

[@norcal1962]

What a privilege we have to watch this video of the great Glen Campbell perform this iconic song; and in a room full of the greats of country music.

[@janebraun4482]

Thought in for Kris, heard he had some health😑 issues

[@FrankCastiglione17]

I wish i’d be American to fully feel the sense of pride of having all his music for the rest of times… God bless Glen Campbell

[@Toxicnut1]

If you appreciate this, consider yourself an American.

[@dallasroberts3206]

@@Toxicnut1for sue

[@hakimamir]

one of the most beautiful songs, ever. RIP Glen Campbell, RIP Ralph Emery ... RIP Kris Kristofferson too.. :(

[@larrylangley9128]

This song takes me to a place.

[@48dirtfarmer]

Crying here in Alberta. Lost my wife 7 years ago...this song gets me every time

[@ajm2007]

I am coming up on 5yrs now missing my bride; I know EXACTLY how you’re feeling ‘farmer’….God bless our wives

[@montanagirl4530]

Maybe it’s my age, but Jimmy Webb’s writing and Glens singing is pure bliss . . . Love Kris Kristoffersons reaction. . . “I need you more than want you “ best line ever!

[@Stevejoohee]

That’s where it’s at. Spot on

[@karenhaag9764]

I have a book "The Wichita Lineman" by Dylan Jones-the entire book is about why that line is one of the best song lyrics every written

[@williamhumberhawk8187]

Glen Campbell's guitar playing is excellent too. He's one of my favourites

[@MS-ih8tg]

Yep

[@TaralgaBushAdventure]

but the next line "..and I want you for all time." So his need for her is beyond all time. That always hits me.

[@cliffjenke3661]

So beautiful and thank you, The Wrecking Crew for launching Glen Campbell.

[@APisceanSlant]

I don’t think I could ever get over how beautiful this song is.

[@88pynogrl]

My heart melts EVERYTIME♥️♥️♥️

[@mooseangelbelle]

@@88pynogrl beautiful melody plus beautiful lyrics equals perfection.

[@88pynogrl]

@@mooseangelbelle “perfectly” put!!!👏👏👏👏👏♥️

[@mooseangelbelle]

@@88pynogrl Thanks Sometimes a guy like me feels I am the only one left with good taste. Lol

[@88pynogrl]

@@mooseangelbelle well, your choice in music says a lot about you- you are interested in quality, and things that last the test of time. Kudos to you👏👏👏

[@stevebodman6943]

As talented as they are, the others know that they are in the presence of greatness.

[@dennisnealon6166]

You can tell they respect him and give him props

[@easyenetwork2023]

He is the most talented artist and musician in that room.

[@pointormond]

You dont wanna be going up next after Glen !

[@hollywoodtreasures5400]

Makes me cry. Glen and Kris are talents we will never see again

[@eleetse6701]

I like that too. A bolt of lightening hit Kris when he heard “And I need you more than want you” and he kept cutting his eyes at Glen. Kris was a Rhodes Scholar who has had intense exposure to the best of poetry and literature the world has to offer. He sure appreciated the genius of Jimmy Webb, who wrote Wichita and several other great hits like McArthur Park, Galveston, By the Time I Get to Phoenix, etc. Wichita Lineman is as deep as anything, lyrically and melodically. Masterpiece.

[@jbetnar]

I think Kris was thinking about what a great lyric that is. He is a world class songwriter.

[@cmr58]

It sure did......it struck me!!!

[@ecb2]

Yeah, he was obviously, deeply effected.

[@johnheinrich1718]

I believe he was also a captain in the US Army as well as a helicopter pilot.

[@mvhughes4271]

Intense exposure to it and quite a writer himself.

[@hoderharris]

Boy you can tell how much they respect Glenn in this clip. When your peers respect you, you know you have truly made it in life...

[@mrmaxwel74]

More talent on that stage than in the last 10 Grammy shows combined.

[@tj1838]

I hope nobody is counting but I have seen this video seven times in the last month just love it to death.

[@mixstudio2004]

Jimmy Webb is a brilliant song writer!

[@psmguy63]

We saw Jimmy in 2019 at Grand Theater in Lewisville, Texas. Would have paid 10 times the price we did before the show and 100 times the price after. What talent. Great writer and story teller. 300 people or so sized place. Blew us away.

[@annettesjoy]

I agree

[@andyokus5735]

My good crazy friend Billy McPherson who was the sax player for Buddy Miles used to play for Jimmy Webb in LA. I said " You played in the studio for Jim Webb, why'd you leave?". He said " there's nothing to do there but go to the pancake House ".

[@stevenwiederholt7000]

@@psmguy63 Yesterday was his birthday.

[@jeffshoemaker2462]

For my money the finest writer ever. The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress is the greatest song I ever heard and I was lucky to see him do it from the front row when Jimmy came here to the Detroit area a few years back. Front row for the next one too in Ann Arbor next year!

[@Lichtenstein1961]

The most under-rated guitarist ever, he was brilliant.

[@kevinblackburn3198]

Truth. Glenn Campbell and Roy Clark are respected by all the great guitar players.

[@speedracer2336]

I'm a old rocker and I believe Glen could have been the lead guitarist on any superstar rock band, any era. He was the best all time, and I have seen some great ones!

[@sgs1262]

I don’t think he was ever underrated

[@shkyrbty]

So beautiful and haunting. And here in January 2024 we've had several Lineman kinds of days. Many thanks for Glen's performance, Jimmy Webb's song, and this upload.

[@blaws6684]

And that children is called music. Pure raw talent making songs.

[@traceywhitney1272]

This song makes me cry every time I hear it. I saw him in his farewell tour and his voice was still perfection. Thank you, Glen Campbell. The music lives forever. ❤

[@bettinahansen7630]

@Tracey Whitney you're one lucky lady! it must have been a great experience seeing him perform😊i wish, I wish I could have seen him live as well, but I discovered Glen's music only after he passed away😢

[@susanriddle9408]

I wanted to see his farewell tour. He and his wife came to Galveston and I live in Houston. It just didn't work out.

[@Mscompuncawitz]

I did cry😢❤️

[@barryspencer5692]

Kristofferson, one of the greatest writers of lyrics ever and a great performer himself, can't help but go with the flow in the presence of immense performing talent. This speaks volumes.

[@leonrhodes8700]

And he( khris Kristofferson )is a Rhodes scholar, cant be many people better qualified to write a song !

[@BlestinTexas24]

Kristofferson's Sunday Morning Coming Down is so good. The poetry is genius. I relate in many ways.

[@bluarcher5941]

yeah...Kris was feeling the moment, I believe.

[@SkyrBlu]

So true

[@48dirtfarmer]

a lot of VERY talented folks in that group who are in awe

[@scoates9910]

Glen left a hole that will never be filled. Truly missed.

[@tz125r]

My Dads favourite Glen Campbell song and now my favourite too. We lost you 18 years ago on this day. I miss you and mum so much 💔

[@philippaization]

Glen Campbell never failed to stop me in my tracks. A genius voice and musician combined, a one man orchestra. ❤ Missed

[@timwebber8630]

So much respect from his peers. A song like that, and a Glen Campbell, only comes around once in a million years.

[@Larrymarx]

I agree 100%

[@shelleyschneer4111]

Totally agree

[@kellyfindley1485]

1000% you listen to that and it brings back so many memories of a long time ago

[@donhanlon7121]

Well said Tim,

[@joerectifier]

I concur a million percent…..Glen was on a level that I certainly can’t comprehend. To him it’s easy - phenomenal musicality, technique and tone in voice and guitar.

[@claudehopper9813]

Glen Campbell was of another level ; watch his peers all great musician's in their own right almost as though they can't believe his God given talent . Such a guitarist that alone blows me away along with his vocals . I never get tired of listening to him . RIP Glen , you made the world a better place .

[@joq702]

Exactly, exactly, exactly! You can see it in their eyes and almost brings them to tears or utter amazement.

[@chevick]

How about that dude over his shoulder at 1:15 when Glen plays that lick. He's not surprised but still amazed to the point he looks to be laughing a little.

[@rustymacneil3227]

I'm so glad I was born a "boomer", to witness such talent. GBNF

[@michaelbee2165]

Oh my so am I. So thankful to have been able to see this masterful musician in his hey day. He was so incredibly gifted and gone forever. This kind of talent will never come around again. Such a deeply rooted piece of Americana. Thank you Glen.

[@tijnmaas1]

❤❤

[@sketchyold]

I’m not a Baby Boomer but my parents were. And I had the privilege of growing up hearing such great, timeless SONGS and MUSIC.

[@larrytate4586]

I agree. We have a lot to be blessed with looking back.

[@KeithSpinneyMusic]

Sounds better than the original recording. Beautiful! RIP Glen, you are missed.

[@cerpeldi]

Every single one of those amazing performers was in awe of the best of the bunch

[@chevick]

Just watching Kristoferson taking it in is amazing. All the songs that guy wrote and performed and hes so into Campbell's performance. That kinda gets me.

[@monty5066]

Seeing this just days after Kris Kristofferson has passed, and the reverence on his face is palpable. Chills.

[@davidkiser6083]

This song reminds of when I was a front line teenage grunt Marine Rifleman in Vietnam 1968. It was playing all the time on armed forces radio, it gave me much comfort to hear this song over & over again. At the time I had doubts if I’d ever make it back home alive.

[@tonkaGuy888]

I think Jimmy wrote “Galveston” for you. Thank you for your service.

[@tomdouglas6082]

Welcome back....In that year I was 8 years old and wondering about ya'll overseas...

[@macski6924]

While you listened to it in Vietnam I heard it as a small child curled up in and out of sleep in the back seat of the car on long drives. Welcome home, God Bless you and thanks for serving our Great nation. Thanks also for sharing your experience. It may not have been much easier coming home at that time than it was being there. As a service man myself, I salute you!

[@house531]

Thank you for your service David….. God Bless for keeping us safe…

[@robertryan2542]

Glad you made it home. From Ireland 🇮🇪

[@perryrushton1512]

One of the "VERY BEST" guitar players of "ALL TIME" ladies and Gentlemen,,,,"GLENN CAMPBELL"

[@maxwell69319]

One of thegreatest guitarists of all time,

[@funnyharleyman]

Can one man, one guitar and one voice move you? Absolutely.

[@jeffbridgman7973]

Everybody on that set knew they were listening to great talent and all payed their respect.

[@wdshaver]

Glen Campbell, probably one of the best singers, guitar players and song writers of all time, and I mean ALL time.

[@mikegilbert2500]

No doubt.,pound for pound, our greatest entertainer

[@lp7343]

No doubt.

[@danfreeman3855]

when my mom was alive this was her favorite... as a 62 year old ex guitarist of rock and roll this is probably the best guitarist i have ever heard....

[@mattrodriguez6130]

This will always be my favorite Glen Campbell song, and it's for good reason.

[@kkmortyou001]

One of the Greatest Low Range guitar riffs ever...

[@DavidDeelLoco]

It was such a wonderful and beautiful time in life when we had true musicians like this. The songs they wrote, their performances, their talent, and it was on the radio. Songs that pulled emotions and created memories.

[@MikeCarroll-b1e]

I was fifteen when this song came out and that lyric.." I need you more than want you and I want you for alltime" blew me away...still the greatest lyric ever written..Jimmy Webb.. Genius

[@BethMannPresents]

This song, Campbell's delivery, just breaks me. Its more than a song but a transcendent experience.

[@jeffreygoodin9643]

What a master...glen has influenced all through my life....I am60 years old and still play guitar from even the 80s with the long hair. what a Treasure Glen has been on my mind.

[@Lspacehopper]

My dad loved Glen Campbell and now I do. This song always makes me think of my dad. Beautiful song x

[@sqd37l]

my Dad also. I miss him a lot sometimes.

[@timmcdonald9856]

And one of the best songwriters who ever lived sitting back, shaking his head, and wondering at the beauty of that line "And I need you more than want you, and I want you for all time"

[@johnlewis6412]

Growing up in the 60's and 70"s, I didn't realize how lucky I was. What a great song, great performer, and great person Glen Campbell was.

[@eddiehaskell5578]

I hear you loud and clear. We had the best musicians,actors and entertainers in the history of mankind. 😊 1960-1999. We were blessed.❤

[@janebraun4482]

@@eddiehaskell5578 Hard getting older, but would never have missed those incredible times of the 60s and yes to about 99.. If I had to pick a single year of the best music, esp American made, I would pick 1969 and 1970. Some of the songs make me sad and nostalgic.

[@keithwarner6997]

U see these stars all admiring Glenn. Wow so much respect for one of the greatest of all x. ❤❤❤

[@daveblevins3322]

Kris and Glen both were some of my heroes growing up. Thank you for sharing this 🙏

[@Romany1111]

:49 Glen retunes a string...in the middle of the song. Superb artist.

[@88pynogrl]

I wish I could figure out what he mumbles under his breath🤣 Looks like he just says “wow”.

[@mizbehavin]

@@88pynogrl My husband reads lips and I excitedly asked him, what did he say?!! Couldn't pick up the sideways view.

[@88pynogrl]

@@mizbehavin the reason I thought he said wow, was because he reached out his hand and turned one of the tuning knobs- so I think the string was way out of tune. He said it to Kris Kristofferson who is also a guitarist.

[@mizbehavin]

@@88pynogrl I think you're right

[@GonzoAmerican]

@@88pynogrlI think he did say “wow” but in reaction to the violin that came in just prior.

[@marymcnair5568]

❤ this song always reminds me of being at my grandparents house, good times. I love this song.

[@rayberry4261]

Jimmy Webb is in the top 3 best popular song writers in our lifetimes. His work is genius. On my bucket list to meet him.

[@PlanetEarth3141]

To see clearly the instant transformation of famous professional musicians at Glenn Campbell's huge, subtle talents speaks volumes of respect. It starts on the first note and they're not just listening, but absorbing the beauty of the best guitar player in a room full of very high talent. There, as many such world famous guitarists and songwriters have said, is one of the top five guitarists there has been. Such as typically highly acclaimed guitarists like Eddie Van Halen, Willy Nelson, Chet Atkins, Roy Clark, Paul McCartney, James Taylor and Steve Walsh. They understand. That our last two generations of youth don't know Campbell is beyond their thinking. That children elevate pop stars higher is a tragedy.

[@tobybarker6808]

one of mankind's most beautiful pieces of music

[@jdub226]

This song still steals my heart every single time I hear it!❤ He really was so very special.

[@pnunn8592]

He is truly special ❤❤❤

[@rgonz63ful]

“Giants”of their time appreciating one of their own. Don’t recognize all the faces but I love the look Ms Crystal Gayle is wearing. Lost in the beauty of the moment.

[@christianobrien4465]

Luck. It is to be alive. Fortune. It is to be enriched. Beauty. It is to behold the works of the hand of god. In my 57 years I am so lucky to have been enriched by Glen Campbell who has given us some of the most beautiful music every laid down by any human being ever. It doesn’t get better than that and so I am at peace.

[@robertclark6509]

Kristofferson's admiration of this guy is so incredibly visible.

[@keithwarner6997]

Imagine listening to Glenn live like this. Special moments for these people. Glen was GOD. For music

[@philsarkol6443]

The more I listen to this song, the more it gets to me...and I'm listening three times back to back..but boy he sure could pick that guitar, sing at the same time, doing solo stuff inbetween, and just deliver the song as only he could! This great artist and human being will be missed forever...!

[@PlymouthVT]

I don't care what genre music you love you must appreciate the massive hit this was at the time. Such an emotional love song. Brilliantly written and played and sung. Rest in peace brother.

[@franksliwa362]

Lots of greats on that stage!! Awesome clip!!

[@assateaguecottage8378]

This song came on the radio one night when I was up for days plowing snow in a blizzard. I was exhausted having not slept in days. This song really hit home that night.

[@normal_media]

I know those moments. When you just are worn to hell, and this kind of medicine comes along. pure relief.

[@toddmoney8921]

Janie Fricke’s harmonies elevate this already beautiful song to a whole other level!

[@88pynogrl]

Do you know all the various artists in the room? Could you list them for me? Please.

[@johnheinrich1718]

@@88pynogrl Crystal Gayle and BJ Thomas behind Glenn Campbell can’t make out who the rest of them are.

[@88pynogrl]

@@johnheinrich1718 thanks!!

[@2frakers]

I thought the same~ I would recognize that voice anywhere. She added the most gorgeous harmonies to so many songs!

[@commonwombat9171]

@@88pynogrl I think it was a bit of a shifting cast. GC was only there for part as Willie Nelson was sitting in that spot for other artists. Kris Kristofferson was sitting alongside him. The row behind him was Crystal Gayle, BJ Thomas & Janie Fricke. In the next bank of seats were Gene Watson & Barbara Fairchild (back row) & Bobby Bare & Lorrie Morgan (front row). Not seen in this clip but definitely on the show were Chet Atkins, Mel Tillis, Porter Wagoner, the Geezinslaw Brothers. Definitely a few others but these are the ones I saw/heard on clips of the show

[@EdWeibe]

mezmerized the entire room of already talented folks in their own right

[@garyf4912]

I once heard Carol Kaye (original bass player on the recording) say that years after this song was a hit she was shopping and it came on in the store. She said it was so beautiful she broke down in tears. I can see why

[@fcbarlow1995]

Campbell was truly an amazing guitar player. Eddie Van Halen even once said in an interview that he thought that Glen Campbell was one of the finest guitar players there ever was.

[@baq8680]

I can't make it through that beautiful song without tearing up... RIP Glen... what an incredible talent you were...

[@alfieconn2692]

If there is such a thing as perfection in art, this is it.

[@bobferrell8187]

As a lover of music and Glen Campbell, this may be his Greatest Performance of that song! It's flawless both vocally and musically! What an amazing Musician, a gifted Prodigy and his Gifts will be left until the end of time as he now performs with the Greatest Band of all: The Angel Band and what a Band it must Be!!!

[@stevepennington7879]

One of the greatest talents God has allowed us to enjoy. Glen Campbell you are definitely missed.

[@AlmostReady504]

When I was a kid and Glen Campbell & John Denver dominated AM radio I was too young to appreciate their brilliance. My loss

[@CaptainGuntu]

The looks on their faces say it all.