Gulf Coast Highway: Nanci Griffith

[@davidweitzel7729]

‘And when she dies she says she’ll catch some blackbird’s wing, and she will fly away to heaven, come some sweet Blue Bonnet spring’

[@richardbowen3992]

that was today RIP nancy

[@cautiousotter]

😭

[@dennisreilly8437]

Too soon.

[@tuttt99]

@@dennisreilly8437 WAY too soon.

[@oletamoreno3147]

Quite beautiful.

[@emilygriffithburke2766]

Fly away to heaven, sweet angel. You are already so missed, Nanci.

[@classical994]

Love.

[@stevewelebny2749]

I'll miss her so much. Losing John Prine was hard, this is harder so soon after. Thank you Nanci.

[@coopert.9290]

Even my children knew all the words to her songs as we drove everywhere listening to them on cassette tape with them singing all the words from their booster seats. She's been a part of my life since the late 80's; her music bringing me so much enjoyment and comfort. This is the first time I've ever cried with the loss of a celebrity. Catch a blackbird's wing...

[@Khate999]

Aw. That's like my dad. I was born in '81.

[@niamhboyce2096]

Same. I grew up listening to her. Love love love her 😇💫

[@BrianCormackCarr]

Same here. The tears are still flowing. 🙏

[@DrRocketman1000]

Same here. Cassettes and Nanci driving down to Galveston. May we have a few more bluebonnet springs.

[@grassflats2]

Yes. My daughter, who is now 39, just used to ask for the "blackbird wing song" over and over. Great memories and a great song.

[@davidweitzel7729]

My favorite Nanci Griffith song. RIP.

[@nealbaker7991]

Its a good one.

[@reggieoctoberful]

mine too

[@andyinoregon]

I've been privileged to hear Portland, Oregon bassist/vocalist Denny Bixby (0:54) tell wonderful stories of working with Nanci Griffith, Gail Davies, Rodney Crowell and many more artists during his time in Nashville. Here he's singing the part performed by Mac McAnally on Nanci's 1988 album, "Little Love Affairs." Denny was the bassist on her next album, "One Fair Summer Evening," recorded live at the Anderson Fair venue in Houston, Texas.

[@grassflats2]

Yes, most people don't know much about Denny, or Mac for that matter. Now he may be taking the Coral Reefers and going forth with them. When I lived in Nashville he was a regular fixture at venues like the Exit/In, at the same time Buffet was there.

[@noelkm67]

I can't listen to this without crying. Ever. Especially now.

[@jonquist1]

The same for me, every time. RIP beautiful sweet lady.

[@popfeske3612]

Me too

[@JoyChildress]

Me either.

[@boakesey3112]

"And when she dies she says she'll catch some blackbird's wing And she will fly away to heaven Come some sweet blue bonnet spring" RIP Nanci Griffith

[@comfyoldchair3771]

For me, one of her very best songs and she wrote so many great ones. Rest In Peace, Nancy.

[@MJ-dq8ik]

R.I.P. Nanci - you will be missed

[@japark85]

I have been listening to this song and crying all day.

[@davidburch4165]

I'll never be able to get through it again without tears.

[@bobmoslow4636]

Blue Bonnets and Angel Wings for you now, Nanci. Thanks for making life better for us.

[@tinman6922]

Omg so sorry we lost this beautiful woman. Heaven will have one of the many greats to join the Great heavenly choir

[@johnmackinnon1026]

Ya know, I came late to the Nanci Griffith understanding,if you will,and she really is honestly one of the best writers/singers and musicians I've ever heard,but, her showmanship,stage presence, just fantastic,.. what a fantastic woman, a fantastic human being.

[@tedfreeman2709]

She had that profound magic that any shooting star would envy - great performance, incredible emotive songwriting and my god she was adorable. Here’s my finest Irish whiskey to you and your legacy Nanci.

[@bdharral]

This is a song that has always made me weep...even more so today. You caught that blackbird's wing too soon...RIP

[@FrancoS59]

I wonder how much sensitivity and artistic genius need to write a similar song. This song has a moving, and poetic lyric, and puts the chills and has wonderful music. And Nanci's smile is of an incomparable sweetness. Love Nanci.

[@ohdear2275]

You expressed it perfectly.

[@faithfulforever6331]

I have always thought Nanci Griffith was the most beautiful, talented lady!

[@daveandhelenkirkland6898]

"And when she dies she says she'll catch some blackbird's wing And she will fly away to heaven Come some sweet blue bonnet spring." RIP Nancy

[@patlatorres7000]

I've watched this video some half a dozen times over the last two days and I just cannot get over her smile, which lights up her entire face as she sings and watches her fellow musicians. This lady was beyond magical!

[@raysmusic49]

I love watching this... Denny Bixby on bass is pretty awesome!

[@stevendurrant1724]

RIP Nanci. Love and miss you x

[@thanetmalevoicechoir746]

And when she dies she says she'll catch some blackbird's wing And she will fly away to heaven Come some sweet blue bonnet spring. RIP Nanci Griffith and thank you for the music 🙏🙏

[@greenbeagle13]

Reminds me of my big SIs who passed in '95 and then my BFF who passed in 2019 - God, I miss them so damn much... I love Nanci Griffith ❤❤

[@karriepartin1001]

Oh how we will miss your angelic voice and your beautiful poetry and impeccable musicianship!

[@mistascott007]

May she catch some blackbird's wing and fly away. Rest in Peace, Nanci Griffith.

[@marrahkatrinabriones7314]

I used to sing this song with my dad.... ohhhh my... i miss you daddy❤

[@robinivens7870]

God bless you Nanci! Godspeed!

[@erdeklodo100]

What I think about this such a moving song is on the other side of words. This song is just breathtaking.

[@lisakeller4070]

Soaring harmonies, sweet voice and face. Thank you Nanci for this poignant and enduring ballad.

[@rinacarty6874]

Nanci has such an enchanting voice. It seems almost magical. Just beautiful. 🙏🙏 Gerry Farry.

[@BodyMindCircle]

Rest in peace. Thanks for your music!

[@aphillips1987]

Thank you for everything, Nanci, we love you so much, rest in peace, sweetheart. 🙏♥️

[@janetownley]

A perfect song, performed perfectly

[@doylecarver1498]

She sings my past and sings my future. Thank you Nancy.

[@judyroberts7547]

My Very Favorite Song!! Such Beautiful Harmony!!!!❤️🙏

[@rimakuja]

R.I.P Nanci Griffith ❤️ you were a most wonderful artist always to be remembered through your songs like this gem and with your sweet voice and that special smile you always gave to us!

[@lotionspotions3143]

Such a beautiful song and stunning performance. Thank you so much for posting 🙏

[@suzannelawson9215]

Such a talented artist, such a pretty lady. Your passing has really effected me so much. I felt sadness when other artists that I was big fans of like John Prine, both Everly Brothers now passed, but your passing has had such an immense effect that I cannot even describe. Somehow it just doesn't even seem real that you have left this earth. I saw you only once in concert at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles in 1993 and feel lucky to have been there although I wish I had had the opportunity to see more concerts. I have been such a big fan of your music since the mid 1980's. RIP Nanci Griffith.

[@garyanthonyyoung5050]

💀

[@fretfix1]

Denny Bixby can sing his ass off! All hail Nanci!

[@b1j]

Beautiful song, covered but never touched by others. Nanci's voice was made for music like this. I love how she gives the harmony line over to the second verse and then ties the two lines together in the third. Soaring.

[@jondenton757]

A lovely songbird. Miss you so much.

[@patientlydormantinpassion]

Still cant hear it without tearing up just a little. A truly beautiful memory. These human bodies just come so poorly equiped for flying, that angels write this for us.

[@eamonngaynor5762]

An angel from heaven has returned home her passing is heartbreaking I saw her live a few years ago and her voice was strong and powerful every time I think about that think about that ji get a lump in my throat and I choke back tears RILNanci the pleasure is now gods

[@andrew03081]

can't get enough of this

[@janaq6687]

LOVE this. You are missed.

[@patriciacarragon3493]

rest in power, sweet angel

[@jacklucking691]

A very nice song Nanci.

[@raysmusic49]

So beautiful!!!!

[@katshotz6033]

It’s closer to what was Spring and that’s that! Rip Nanci Griffith

[@MusicFanRN1]

RIP Nanci. 🙏🙏

[@lastnamefirst4035]

My favorite song by nanci

[@andrew03081]

Became my favorite song when I heard it .

[@THEJET52]

Another era on the way out. Where are you now Gurl! Time is much too fleeting!!!

[@BadCarbNoDonut]

I can't believe she's gone.

[@jenschug]

I just read the sad news. Fly away to heaven, sweet soul.

[@williamking4663]

As my brother, who sent me this, said, "I wish the original poster had identified the venue and the performance date." Probably unknown, is my guess... But, yes, Nanci at the top of her A game!

[@FrancoS59]

Sure that here the wonderful Nanci was in an extraordinary period, but she has often been at the Top...probably could be in 1988, or maybe 1989, but I'm not sure

[@patlatorres7000]

I'm not sure of the date, but I'm pretty sure that's the David Letterman set. While my mind has gone blank on the bassist's name, I recognize him as Paul Schafer's regular bassist.

[@patlatorres7000]

It appears that I was in error on the bassist, but I still believe that this could be the Letterman set.

[@williamking4663]

I'd like to thank the respondents to my post. I do believe this is Letterman's "performance stage." Good sleuthing!

[@evlin10]

jesus what a song.

[@meerkat521]

Taken too soon...............R.I.P. dear Nanci. You are singing in Heaven now, with the angels.

[@comradepat]

RIP Nanci

[@NetCerpher]

Love the music but I couldn’t take my eyes off Nanci. She never looked better.

[@timothydove3717]

First heard Nanci on Austin City Limits. Loved her voice,but I was a rocker and soon moved on. Just recently started listening again. OMG I missed so many of her years. Captivating, beautiful voice. I shall not stop until I depart this earth. Thank you Nanci.❤️🇺🇸

[@bocephuus2002]

Top 5 best song ever

[@BadCarbNoDonut]

R.I.P.

[@cindykonvicka2103]

i have all of her 33vinyl records in my collection

[@fretfix1]

You have some great albums and serious coin if they are in good shape...

[@Old_River]

Did you ever wish you grew up in the same town as someone so you could have asked them out for a date at the five and dime back in the day?

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

Had a lot of health issues through the years but she chose to wait one week after her death to let people know what their actual cause was at least her granting her wishes

[@jmvlock1929]

Christ, this is good. Miss you every day, Nance.

[@jahnmor9998]

Rest in power sweet angel

[@lisanicklow8469]

RIP my Nanci.

[@mandymine4963]

Beautiful. Is that Danny Flowers, I know he helped write the song.

[@japark85]

I saw in an interview somewhere that this song was a collaboration between Nanci and James Hooker.

[@tinathornton1609]

So beautiful. Does anyone know the name of the bass player/vocalist in this video? Rest in Peace, sweet Nanci.

[@kathrynfowler9887]

Denny Bixby

[@ohdear2275]

Who is the male singer?

[@grassflats2]

Denny Bixby,

[@ohdear2275]

@@grassflats2 Thank you!

[@nealbaker7991]

Ms. Oh Dear, you have the best KZbin moniker yet.

[@ohdear2275]

@@nealbaker7991 Thank you. I will tell you the mundane but true story of how it came about. When I first started watching KZbin videos and especially reading some of the comments, I found myself frequently saying, "Oh, dear!" So when I myself wanted to make a comment on a YT video, I had to create an account and choose a name. "Oh Dear" seemed appropriate.

[@nealbaker7991]

@@ohdear2275 That's exactly what I thought and that's why its so perfect.

[@frankholt4325]

Nanci Griffith was a talented singer/songwriter. "Gulf Coast Highway" is one of my favorite songs from Nanci Griffith. She is now singing along with the angels in God's choir.

[@juliapatricia6223]

God Bless your Soul, Dear Nanci… RIP… you will be greatly missed ❤️🎶