Mr. Bojangles - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - [With Lyrics]

Mr. Bojangles belongs solely to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, I claim nothing.

[@davidroberts1147]

I'm 61 and I've heard that song for years but my dog just died recently and for some reason I can relate as to why Mr. Bojangles grieved for so long over his furry friend. 😢

[@vuho2075]

I'm sorry. Try to remember the good times. Your pooch is waiting for his friend in a better place

[@Dave-is3zc]

Great singer and band

[@JohnCronkhite]

My girlfriend and I saw the Dirt Band at the Golden Bear in Huntington Beach, Ca. She became my wife and we loved this music until she passed, leaving me after forty seven years of marriage. I listened to this and cried my eyes out missing her and remembering the good times. Great music and a wonderful show. Thank you .

[@timwynne4209]

Best to you, Brother.

[@Pauley_in_GP]

Thanks for sharing, John. My wife and I (also from So. Cal.) often talk about how lucky we are to have had a wonderful 48 years together. We know it's almost over. We try to appreciate every single hour of every day. It's a lesson, isn't it?

[@rosemariescott-griffiths9676]

I’m so sorry for your loss

[@algolightly115]

❤A-men!!!❤

[@BonibluComptis]

You lucky dog!😂❤

[@sharonjames-q8d]

I know how he feels. My dog died about 9 months ago. I am still grieving for him.....

[@malcolmwhite6588]

i still grieve for my pets i have lost- some many years ago, more loyal and loving than most people: i feel ya'

[@ojshilinski8358]

I'm 88 and often wake up with a song going on in my head - this morning it was Mr. Bojangles and I needed to hear it by the best singers - so here I am -- THANK YOU!

[@soultender93]

My dad passed away 4 years ago at 76, I remember hearing this song in the background of my life ages 7-11. Such a beautiful time! I start to tear up a little whenever I hear this. :)

[@ojshilinski8358]

@@soultender93 Beautiful memory - thank you for bringing me back to listen to it again...

[@DanielLeoSimpson]

I thought I was the only one who woke up with tunes in their head LOL - this morning "Denise" Randy & The Rainbows kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpjUfopqeK12os0

[@ojshilinski8358]

@@DanielLeoSimpson NEAT! I hadn't heard this one before, but while listening - the CREW CUTS and their rendition of EARTH ANGEL emerged from the grey matter, so you know know what I'm going to search for next....

[@rutherglen7226]

Keep listening! Love that you are doing this at 88!

[@jaimehamm8999]

"The dog up and died. After 20 years, he still grieves".........and that's when my tears start.

[@zeuschowie7473]

Me Too

[@bradleycotton3237]

😢

[@bqkmg2037]

Same here too 😢😢😢 just lost my two precious doggies were brothers both died a week apart 😭.🙏🙏🙏there in heaven now with Lord Jesus.

[@zeefrunk9459]

Do you have to cry

[@ladymidnight80]

Me too, so painful to lose your best friend

[@susansmith8141]

I luv this song

[@dillonblankenship7093]

As an alcoholic and a washed up professional singer. I’ve always empathized with this song. Keeps me going when times get hard. How he finds the joy in performing in the darkest of times is both beautiful and heartbreaking. A skill I’m still trying to learn.

[@godbluffvdgg]

We ain't judged till the end...Till then; you have PLENTY of minutes left to give the world of yourself...:)...Cat Stevens helps with the hard times too...:)

[@GeorgeCarlinWasAGod]

Judged in the end for what? Over some woman (who I have never met or known in person) over taking a bite out of a piece of fruit in the garden of Eden? I don't think so. I am not taking the blame for that. Not guilty!

[@godbluffvdgg]

@@GeorgeCarlinWasAGod :)...Sorry, I should have been more succinct...I'm not suggesting some sort of "heaven" like thing; As a philly native for more than half a century, I've lost more people I've loved, than I can count...My point was more related to; how people respond to your death... Simultaneously, I'm not disregarding some sort of a judgement thing...I just don't know, nor do you...

[@Chatzylotz]

I hope you're doing well

[@gailwallace6003]

Oh my soul is lit by this

[@vuho7832]

I've been taking care of my mother for decades until I lost her last Christmas to Alzheimer's. I lost my dad 26 years ago. The grieving never ends. The sense of emptiness, the loss, the longing for your loved ones' return never ends...

[@steveboydthanks.8911]

You just have to smile pray. and go on.

[@kimceleste600]

That's for sure

[@desmondbishop5808]

"The truth is everyone is going to hurt you. You just have to find the ones worth suffering for." -Robert Nestor Marley

[@bartmiller6360]

So True Im 40 years in..😪

[@GeorgeCarlinWasAGod]

Lost my spouse back on January 25th (exactly one month after Christmas) of this year (2022.) You are correct. The grieving never ends. At least not for some of us it does not. It has actually completely destroyed my health and made me terminally ill myself. I will probably be gone by sometime next year (2023.) It is called, "Dying from a broken heart."

[@snoops5581]

My Dad bought me this on a 45 one year for Christmas so I’m assuming he must’ve liked it too. I think I was about 8 years old. I still remember that Christmas.

[@aGarcia-tb3zz]

This song is my brother's he passed away OMG how I miss him 😢😢😮😢😢

[@funkibloo3811]

💔😥 I'm sorry...It would be worse, if you didn't remember him. Remember those good times. ❤

[@thumphrey8025]

So sorry for your loss...Now hes your Guarding Angel

[@JohnBuckley-v3k]

😢

[@terrysherlock6356]

@@JohnBuckley-v3k lost my brother hard to describe the emptiness can feel your loss

[@kevinrichards1539]

So sorry. The songs bring them back

[@michaelcavallacci2945]

The line about him grieve over his dog kills me every time. Great song

[@Lpm920]

The song just ended. That was the first thing I thought of…. Great song. Take care brother

[@michaelcavallacci2945]

@@Lpm920 you too brother

[@meloyellowduck]

Me too and it has a special meaning to me, as I still grieve after 12 years over mine.

[@LizardCane]

well a dog loves you unconditionally. how many people will do that in your life?

[@billbill9392]

@@meloyellowduck 23 years ago, My Dutchess was taken from me. the pain only subsides so much, never really leaves, still kicks me in the stomach as a man in his 30's

[@LucasMidkiff]

My dog died five years ago. I still grieve, and I don't think I'll ever fully stop grieving.

[@jensenwilliam5434]

The more people I meat the more I love may Dog.

[@nuttybar9]

@@jensenwilliam5434 meet

[@gregorysias6090]

my shane passed away about 20 years ago.. i was sad and mad and hurt. i never got to see her grave..we traveled together looking for better places to be and we hiked trails to gether in the olympic mountains. she could jump really high. powerful body she built . we would live in campgrounds and in parking lots and somtimes at a customers yard. i sent her to school when i was in service. now i have charlie. a golden pyreneese. everyone loves charlie. he is so soft and gentle. sometimes i cry thinking about the day he wont be with us anymore. charlie is 10 or 11 now. he was bon may of 2014. i fear for him if i die first. im getting older everday. people i used to know are dieing. Life huh?

[@andigranchi3971]

Never they are family

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

You never fully stop,grieving,every pet I’ve lost over the years I still grieve for,every cat,fish,lizard,mantis,and spider I’ve ever lost,I miss,and will never stop missing them until the day we are reunited at the rainbow bridge.

[@stephanieb120]

Amazing Song! My husband plays acoustic guitar and he played this for a dear neighbour friend just hours before she passed Oct 25, 2021 at age 83. To our surprise at the end she woke up clapped her hands and said again please. Beautiful moment...Her 8 yr old pup now lives with us. RIP Marjory and may we give many thanks for this wonderful song ❤

[@LuisRodriguez-nk6xf]

AMEN

[@thecolemainianhousehold]

Stephanie plz tell ur husband he is a awesome guy for playing that for her before she passed away and can you plz tell her family that they don’t half to worry and that she is now with her mom and dad and her grandparents and tell them that its going to be ok i now this because I lost my grandma in feb of 2021 so plz leg them now that there not alone and you and ur husband are awesome for taking in her puppy after her passing and for what your husband did for her before she passed and you taking in her dog for her surely earned both you guys a place in heaven may god bless your guysis family but also her you guys are awsome.

[@aaronberg186]

What a great story! And sorry for the loss of your friend.

[@Melody-285]

Stephanie - what a kind & caring thing for you & your husband to do for your neighbor - y’all must be true sweethearts - and then to take her dog …. Beautiful - you know, this song in general makes me tear up & especially the part where he talks with tears about his dog dying and how he was still grieving for him after 20 years 😰 My parents lost a 16 year old cocker spaniel when they were in their mid 70’s - were afraid to get another dog that he would outlive them - I promised them that they didn’t have to worry about that - that if it happened, their dog would of course always have a home with me - well, that was exactly what happened - my stepfather died first in 2015, then my mom in 2017 - she lived with me after my stepfather died so at least her little doggy felt at home - he will be 13 in September - We love each other 🥰

[@susanleone9767]

Sorry for our loss, good that you got her dog and are giving her or him all the love that he needs because he's going to miss his guardian God bless you peace out. 🦮💕

[@Valteron8]

I am almost 70 and I am ashamed to say I took this song for granted when I was young, and never really paid attention to it. The lyrics are wonderful. Just imagine, in a 3.24-minute song it tells the story of a guy who is down and out in prison in New Orleans and meets a broken down old alcoholic who used to be a soft shoe dancer. He learns of his love for his dog and of his life. But in that horrible old jail cell, the singer learns Mr. Bojangles' philosophy. He can laugh and dance in the face of all the sorrow and troubles in life. Right there in that old cell he jumps up and lands lightly on this feet, and that right there explains everything. Pardon me while I have a good cry for his life, for mine which is in its end phase, and for the amazing spirit of human beings who can look life and death in the face and still dance. What a fantastic song!

[@fr3qh0pp3r]

+Valteron8 That my brother is called wisdom ... from the time we were born to the time we die its seperated by a dash. thats how short life is ! im just a few laps behind you ... so lets smile and dance !!! Peace !!!

[@michaelferguson8438]

My sir I am only 31 and life has brought great pain and joy. Thank you for your wisdom as my sister, a friend and I set off as the new owners of the business after the death of the boss we loved so dear.

[@deebirdez7992]

+Valteron8 Wow , how did we get here so quickly Ha Ha , 65 and counting , Blessed beyond belief,and not financially , songs like this can elevate a person "if"they are receptive .

[@guykelley8396]

Me Too ;)

[@loumiller1328]

The lyrics of the song are what grabbed me many years ago.. sad, sweet, love song.

[@here4funyadig]

We just put our 16 year old pup down this morning, and this song for some reason has been running through my head ever since. 😢

[@lwc2009]

brings a tear to my eye every time I hear this song.. the part about him and his dog...I have a story about how I thought I saw a man that could have been Mr. Bojangles with his dog or someone of his fate.... too long and too tearful for me to tell it here...thank you for posting this tune...

[@ronaldmcalister8008]

I know exactly what you mean. I was pally with a guy a few years ago. He had a dog called Lady and he was a GENTLEMAN of the road.❤❤😊

[@JamesRivera4130]

My brothers dog died this morning. Hi name was Bojangles. This song reminds me of that wonderful soul.

[@barbarajohnson1497]

Jerry Jeff Walker, known for writing 'Mr. Bojangles,' dies at 78--we lost another one. Rest in Peace ...thank you for this song--it survives still.....

[@janetjulius6420]

:-{

[@theresasiwecki9467]

RIP JJ Walker Blasting his music loud tonight in Central Texas

[@alstrom1952]

ANOTHER GREAT TALENT IS GONE FOREVER 😢

[@sandrakrikis9085]

amen

[@SDW90808]

I get misty eyed every time I hear this version. Thanks for sharing the name of the author. I was wondering.

[@mudhens4ever]

71 now. I think I was about 20 when this song was popular. What memories it brings back, both good and bad. My brother and I camping and fishing in the Midwest....wonderful. How could 50 years have gone by so quickly? I listened to The Circle Game just before listening to this, and that brought on a tear. I’m the last one still living from my family of origin, my brother having died in February. I’m grieving his loss, the loss of my family, the loss of my health, and the loss of my youth. I know, though, that I was and still am incredibly blessed and fortunate to have lived the life I lived. I love you my brother.

[@jimgutierrez7774]

My brain never could never let go of that name. JJW. I grew up listening to mr bo jangles unforgettable

[@jimgutierrez7774]

Wow mirrors could not be clearer i miss my little brother. God bless

[@lindathompson6475]

I’m praying for you and your brother my brother

[@bro8974]

Your story made me cry.

[@ronaldfitzgerald5929]

the future that appeared to stretch ahead forever has passed in the blink of an eye. what used to be a gentle trickle of sand passing through the hour glass, has become as a white water rapids pushing me into next year before i've hardly started with this one.. .. i was 73 last week, and like you am the last surviving member of my family. this song has always been a favorite of mine, but its meaning changed totally as the years have passed. my dog is sleeping pressed up against me now as i type, and i think it's time for another glass of rum, and maybe a pipe. ....peace.

[@crystalcurry4108]

My daddy taught me this song among so many other southern rock anthems. Im caring for him with Alzheimers. He doesnt remember this song tonight, but i do and im playing it for my kids. ❤

[@markmckiernan2904]

Great memories Crystal. Be strong mate. Been there.

[@jeannebrauher3587]

Play it often.

[@pzzuo1387]

Crystal, you just broke my heart. I’m trying to not let my wife see my tears.

[@moby63]

❤

[@ronnash7216]

God bless your Dad lots of prayers from Australia

[@Masterdebater1313]

I love how a song can mean so many different things to so many different people. Life's a movie man, music is the soundtrack. Love it all while you can.

[@ronlewis9732]

Excellent portrayal of respect for our elderly whether drunk, dirty, or misunderstood. Each life holds magic. The writer was a magician & a humanitarian to tap into the hermit as he did.

[@finallythere100]

so well said.

[@susanleone9767]

Treat everyone with human decency no matter who they are everybody deserves respect and kindness and love and understanding. God bless everyone be safe show kindness love and most of all pray peace out 🦮🙂🙏👍🙏🙏🙏🦋🎶🎵❤️

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

Or homeless

[@rooky55]

@@susanleone9767 I was so lucky to have a compassionate Dad that gave me these values 62 years ago when I was so young and learning. God bless my Dad and all the people he helped over his lifetime.

[@idk-if1bh]

bingo bud!!! well said i try to tell folks this daily. we didnt correct ppl as child and taught to never judge or correct or talk bad behind back. darw my parents hush ir scold a grown up we resoected them listened and naturally didnt mimic their ways l. thats called showing adults n ppl R espect

[@FL8mileshigh1]

I lost my dog yesterday, so most of you know why I'm here. 17 wonderful years with him. He traveled all over the USA with me on road trips, visiting National Parks and such. Almost always by my side. "He spoke with tears of fifteen years how his dog and him Traveled about The dog up and died He up and died After twenty years he still grieves" Yes. I can understand that. Just brilliant lyrics. There is a special love between dogs and humans, like no other. RIP my best buddy. RIP. You will always be loved and will be missed everyday.

[@bklynslipnjimmy]

Sorry for your loss!

[@Vorenus-cs7sn]

Condolences.

[@Bryan-dn1nx]

I just went through the same , I look at the memories and thank god I had the opportunity to share life with my dog

[@JohnnieCurrie]

I know the feeling brother God bless your buddy

[@indusman69]

Sorry for your loss. I know.😢

[@James-bv4nu]

Jerry Jeff Walker wrote one hell of a song, and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band absolutely nailed it. Brought the old dancer to life in vivid imageries. You could feel the flapping of his clothes and see the joy and grief in his eyes. Master piece of story telling.

[@vinstyles]

The night my son was being born, in Dublin, Ireland in 1980, this wonderful song was playing in the ward. I never forgot it. It means so much to me.

[@agvella777]

Are there a lot of us old hippies who still love the 60s-70s music diversity, lyrics, & revolutionary music?

[@robertbroatch6919]

Millions--

[@kimbaldwin-deaton265]

He wasn't a big drinker but owned/operated bars and I was a young girl in Heaven sitting on a stool behind his bar! But maybe the thing that I have always related to him was the story being something he would have told about, part from knowing someone he could think of as Mr. Bojangles to his sad demeanor....HE was my Mr. Bojangles! That wonderful man died when I was almost 17, and now at 64, I have grieved for him and missed him for 48 years now. I will be there with him in a bit. .oh my Lord, what a happy day to be reunited with my Mr. Bojangles...love you,Poppie....

[@kimbaldwin-deaton265]

Yes! I'm 64 and have loved this song since day one!! For some reason I have always thought of my beloved grandfather as Mr. Bojangles....

[@kimbaldwin-deaton265]

This is the first part of a story I finished a few posts back about my grandfather....

[@kimbaldwin-deaton265]

Peace and Love, brother!!!

[@luivalentino8520]

My dog died 3 years ago and I still mourn and cry for him 😢☹️

[@idk-if1bh]

its like a human

[@laurie4468]

I understand 😔

[@jonnybeyer6290]

After 10 years my dog passed away. That was 3 years ago and I still greive

[@terrymarie3738]

I found an abandoned kitten living under propane tanks at a convenience store about 6 years ago. It took me 3 hours to rescue him because he kept running around. I named him Mr Bojangles. The first couple years he would barely let me pet him. He finally learned to trust and is the sweetest cat ever. A true blessing. I pulled this song up today to have a listen, and it made me cry. What a song this was.

[@rooky55]

We had a kitten living under our very old log house and left fish out for her and after months she began to trust us and was a very special sweet loved and a lover cat to everyone..

[@terrymarie3738]

@@rooky55 ❤️✨

[@sealyoness]

Been there. ❤

[@sealyoness]

Ah yes... ❤

[@idk-if1bh]

pat your self on back heart went with good name u picked

[@Kiner-ug1mw]

The nostalgia that I have for this song is immeasurable. Thanks.

[@ethank4820]

Most of the people in this comment section are reminiscing of old times, I maybe only 18 but this song means a lot to me. Used to listen to this on the radio with my dad, he passed when I was 15. Lots of these old songs take me back and I hope to share songs like these with my kids someday.

[@mikerobo2112]

Good on ya mate, i bet you miss him. Rock on.

[@williambentley7057]

Still old times brother, keep on keeping on, as a dad I hope my kids have those kind of positive echoes when I’m gone. Much love to you and a dad you love.

[@shellyrickel8875]

It brings joy toy heart to hear someone that young but that this & older songs touch & likes them that much. You are a great example to other people your age & younger, it don't matter ones age,music brings many emotions,it is Therapy it is so soothing. All music but the hard stuff ( still good but not as soothing, therapeutic)can really help others get through hard times. Ty so much for sharing this. I am a singer, trying real hard to get further ( since I was in my early 20's ,now Oct 16 2024 will be 57,still singing away & many types of music ,many of what I sing have meaning to them,so I sing to send that message to others. Again ty for sharing your thoughts & how music music can bring emotions & get one through hard times🎵🎵🎶🎶😇😇

[@Xerox-1961]

It's not the amount of time or how long ago. It's the Quality.

[@andigranchi3971]

Old soul

[@timkeagy4094]

One of the greatest songs ever written by Mr. Jerry Jeff Walker. Farewell Mr. Walker and thank you for giving us a fabulous song. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band did your song well.

[@alph8654]

Agree !!!

[@griffin06001]

Love this song but this version is my favourite

[@take942]

Sammy Davis Jr. also did the song so well too.

[@take942]

@@griffin06001 I love both versions by Sammy and by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

[@jeffmead4670]

@@take942 And Sammy could dance!

[@DaveBogovich]

I'm a 62 year old grandfather and my eyes tear to this song. Always have and hopefully always will. ♥️ God bless!!!

[@Falconlibrary]

People could've danced to this in 1865 as easily as in 1965...or 2065. After all of us are gone, this song will go on.

[@seesaw3933]

So true... Well said.

[@alanbeaver5544]

very well said!

[@bobcampbell7596]

Here Here

[@sczesny46056]

Alan Beaver yes

[@MrSister127]

it's also a waltz, which has been around for a while

[@nerblebun]

Every time it gets to the phrase about his dog, I get a lump in my throat the size of Arkansas. Reminds me of my beloved old girl Kizzy. For 16 years that sweet old girl gave me more unconditional love & companionship than a human deserves. I'll grieve for my old girl til the final breath. Best damn dog that ever owned me.

[@finnmccool684]

I just hope to God that our dogs are there, waiting for us.

[@nerblebun]

Finn McCool It wouldn't be much of a heaven without dogs.

[@jrmtv__2493]

I'm in arkansas

[@dwightfeisler9007]

I know how you feel.

[@tomoconnor7878]

If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

[@jordandickerson4069]

When my wife and I saw NGDB , it was at the Royal Gorge Bridge. Colorado. We walked across the 955 foot high Bridge in the daylight. They put on a great show, John was still with the band, as the sun set. Beautiful sunset of course. After a few Margaritas, We had to walk back across the bridge in the dark. Very cool!

[@richice64]

I'm 34. My buddy in grade school nicknamed me Mr. Bojangles. He passed at the age of 27. I had a pug for 13 years. He passed in 2021. This song gets me every time... Much love to you all.

[@johnramsden7654]

you don't know what it's like to love a dog till you have had a pug. I know how you feel.

[@anthonywarden3219]

I’m 65 years young and I remember the sound when it first came out I was just a teenager and I still love Mr. Bojangles 🇺🇸🌈☕️😍

[@yankeetwo8104]

a year younger than you...loved it... used to go see the hobos Norfilk Southern...

[@anthonywarden3219]

yankee two VERY COOOL 😎

[@alph8654]

65 Years young here also. Remember the song well !!!!

[@sej4323]

@@alph8654 Ditto

[@CovenantOfLove]

Mad love brother....

[@timothyhillman4927]

For almost 60 years I have been truly in love with this song. Could always play it on the guitar but only remembered half the lyrics. Today I am memorizing the balance of the song to perform for my family.🎉❤🤠🇺🇲💞

[@wdvest8333]

When I was Deputy Sheriff in Louisville KY I met a man just like Mr Bojangles

[@sealyoness]

I always imagined that 'Mr. Bojangles' wound up in country jails - so they could make sure he had a few decent meals, got his teeth checked and a physical exam. Then they'd give him a few dollars and somehow there would be a thermos of coffee and a sack lunch 'for when he used that bus ticket to the next town'. Sweet Dreams, WD.

[@FrankSoria-sk4rh]

You probably arrested him😢

[@poorboyz888]

Its 2024 now... the odds arent good ​ for the jangles in America 😢@sealyoness

[@bklynslipnjimmy]

I've loved this song since I was a kid. Always picture Mr Bojangles in a small town jail in the late 1800s. R.I.P. Jerry Jeff Walker.

[@pamwilkinson3751]

I had the good fortune to see the band in. The oh small town of Saratoga Wy two yrs ago,love the song & the band

[@terrymajewski8028]

Jerry Jeff Walker has painted the most moving gentle sad portrait. At times we are all in our own prison cells. Thanks .

[@johnnylongaphy5437]

I hear ya loud and clear my brother. I just got out of my own “prison cell “ mentally, physically and emotionally. Life is great when I escape to the music I grew up with ✌️

[@masongarrett3066]

@@johnnylongaphy5437 Keep playing the music of your youth and life....stay positive and love yourself and God!

[@jantimmons5115]

I loved that song always. Sweet and moving.

[@florawright5452]

YES!!

[@Mmdmade]

The entire system of things is a prison. We need Gods Kingdom to see us free.

[@thomsmallz5723]

I am 79 and I loved this song, I remember putting a quarter in a booth jukebox and playing it three times in succession. More than once! Where does the time go?

[@ronaldfitzgerald5929]

where indeed?

[@cynthiarounds6268]

They don't write story telling songs like this anymore. I was born in the 70's. I've been blessed to have the best damn playlists of the last several decades. 😍

[@florawright5452]

Agree!! Same here, good old days, wish it could come back!!! If only...

[@srstone0909]

They're still writing songs like this, but we're not listening anymore, every generation or two has their " Don't write them like they used to" songs. Late 60's thru 90's for me✌

[@johncrow6234]

Born in 61' remember when this first hit vinal !! I. Still spin it every day !!

[@rhondamcminn675]

Me toooo!!!

[@theodoreritola9758]

@@srstone0909 Late 60s and 70s for me

[@davidc.8755]

I just sang this to my mother with Alzheimer's and she reacted very positively thank you. Praise the Lord. I remember she loved the song with me growing up the other songs she loved was silence is golden

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

I'm so lucky to have grown up in an era of great music like this.

[@terrylumpkins2839]

George Vreeland Hill wasnt it wonderful. music today just cant compare.

[@billchacona1581]

Absolutely loved the era

[@wolfsaber2222]

+George Vreeland Hill I'm so lucky that I grew up with Parents who Listened to music like this.

[@iambecomedeath5854]

+George Vreeland Hill - Amen brother.

[@xy23z5]

You mean to tell me you don't like kanye???

[@stevecole8047]

This song fucks me up in ways I can’t express. The lyrics about how he grieves for his dog for 20 years destroy me. 😩

[@Electricchris1]

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[@B126USMC]

You got a problem with that ?

[@B126USMC]

And in 2021 we still love this song ; and our dogs... and mr. Bojangles

[@Electricchris1]

@@B126USMC and all the versions i also love Sammy Davis jnrs version

[@abrickfullafist]

Knowing that I might outlive my Charlie boy hurts me every day. Spend every day as if it's their last. Dogs don't live long. Love em while you have em.

[@Lt-Dan]

I remember listening to this in 1970 with my sweetheart, I wonder what she’s doing in 2024?

[@williamcarpenter9194]

My guess she is thinking of you

[@kasumiegoto325]

My dad introduced me to this song and when I heard the part about him still grieving for his dog I cried. Hit me in the feels real hard. Losing a dog is rough.

[@kevind3986]

I miss my 2 black labs so much. I often think of this song knowing I'll grieve like Bojangles

[@susanleone9767]

It sure does I had four of them and I had them for many years and I'm still grieving over them I rescued another one and God granted me two years with him so I had five in total and I'm still grieving all of them they teach you so many things and you teach them so many things it's wonderful the things that you learn from animals and yet people are so cruel to them I don't understand I don't understand at all I don't think I ever will we all their voice beautiful beautiful people they all slept in my bed it was almost like I lived in their house God bless everybody stay safe pray be kind and show love peace out 🎵🎶🦋👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙂🦮

[@Melody-285]

Yes, that’s the part that gets me the most - I lost my beloved chocolate Lab, Abby, 3 years ago & I will never really get over the loss - she was the dog of my heart 💔

[@boomersimon5714]

I am sorry too I know the feeling all too well hurts bad like family they don’t know what’s in store

[@blaiseandrahegg1035]

Yeah it makes me cry too... my dog and I travelled together, too, And now he's gone, And I know, 20 years from now, I'll still be grieving him. He was my best friend.

[@bonnienickerson3432]

My Grandfather been gone 39 years today love you never forget you ❤❣

[@astrotherapist]

In 1975 I had a dog named "Phadra." She "up and died" that year. It's been 45 years and when I hear this song, I still shed a tear. She was the best dog ever!

[@greglong1432]

After 20 years he still grieves. I can relate to that. I still grieve all the dogs I've ever had. And will until the day I die.

[@lindajamshidi]

My German Shepard died in 1978. After all these years, I still grieve for him. He was the best dog ever. His name was Wolf.

[@paulbroseman1540]

I know how u feel. Did u get anoyher or would the pain be too great?

[@johnfuchs7021]

Man, I get it! I love my dog now, but it’s not the same. She was special in a very rough time in my life.

[@minstrelofMir]

you mean jerry walkers dog this band is a cover of his song

[@Au60schild]

Thank you Jerry Jeff Walker for an amazingly true minstrels song. The NGDB does so much justice to it that no other band will ever match. Just pure pleasure.

[@brucegrafsgard9426]

I wish I could play this well.

[@blindboymusic8262]

Bruce Grafsgard Look at my cover? This is a song my father loved..

[@conellvinson6221]

Ppm gy @ z.Z. b n v.H. k z.Z. m muh nachzuweisen n'm 5 5 v.H. 1

[@cherylmusqua27]

@@conellvinson6221 classically da best.

[@suzieparis6821]

Love jerry jeff

[@ebthedoc4992]

I love the Mandolin part! Reminds me much of vacations down in the Cumberland Gap region !!!

[@kayjames4534]

This song takes me back to bell bottoms, long hair, Boones farm wine, and hot summer nights at the lake, miss those days.

[@plaine59]

remembe r them all including the garbage (Boones Farm) ..ha

[@jwj23]

+Kay James yes me too

[@TayInTheWay]

Funny, I've always associated this song with summer - which is precisely why I'm listening to it during the first weekend of Summer 2016.

[@cadykity]

omg Boones Farm and Ripple Wine !!!!!

[@mariancolts]

You can still buy Boones Farm for $1.99 a bottle.Those were the days!

[@mikereed3165]

Agreed...."The dog up and died...after 20 years he still grieves" My best friends. Unconditional love. I would die for them.

[@bonniehartman8304]

Lost one of my furry friends on November 15, he turned 16 on November 9. Still grieving. 😢

[@amyknarr2270]

My sincere condolences

[@liznichols3097]

Omg! Yes!!!

[@liznichols3097]

@@bonniehartman8304 awfully sorry. Bless you

[@bonniehartman8304]

@@amyknarr2270 thank you

[@lauraherr2010]

"Character is how you treat those that can do nothing for you" - You, Mr. Jones, are an upstanding human. I will always remember your story when I hear this song. Agreed, there's a special place in heaven for you. God's Blessings always...

[@Blisstew]

One of my favorites. In the 70s the song was there to keep me up when poor, or jobless, or just frustrated with my own lot in life. Now in my 70th year, I'm listening again. My and my little dog climbed the thin, rocky, steep trail to the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls above the Provo river. We were the only two on the trail or there in the mists of the falls. With me, the little dog looked at the panoramic views, the Fall colors evidencing themselves on leaves, the white frothy waters flowing over the cliffs above us. We didn't sit on the wet rocks, just stood there, me praying. It's a good place to pray alone to our Heavenly Father. My identical twin brother, just completed two surgeries to his left eye orbit area for cancer removal. Check bone taken, nasal bone. Rebuilt with titanium, but they can't reach the deepest cancer inside the sinus bones, so radiation is next with its awful side effects. I prayed for the Lord to let me know if there's anything I can do to rescue him. I prayed for the Lord to let me know if these cancers are His will for an end-of-life, humbling, lean-on-Me lesson, or not. I prayed for God's protection of him from the collateral damage of the radiation. I felt some peace. Going to share this song's link with my brother in and e-mailed message, a reminder of our great days past and hopefulness in days to come even through difficult times of pain. What troubles me most is my brother has worked for decades to get a non-addictive opiate pain killer funded and through all the FDA testing to get it to market. The Phoenix PharmaLabs company has such a drug, that is as potent a pain killer as can be and doesn't addict animals. It doesn't cause the constipation that plagues the other opiates as a side effect. Yet, it drags along in the trials. Prayers for that company to get funding, to get through the testing would benefit 7-billion humans on earth who will face significant pain in their lives. Yes, I've invested in that company from the first. I lost friends to opiate overdose and addiction side effects. Steve Ishoy, for one, at 21 years of age was dead clear back in the 1970s. He missed life. The funniest guy my brother and I ever met.

[@CantUHearMeKnockin59]

i was 11 when this tune hit the airwaves and ran out to get the .45 disc, the lyrics always make me envision Mr. Bojangles and his dog carving out their path. thank you Jerry Jeff Walker for imparting an all-time classic!

[@MrGreensnickers1]

This was my grandpa song, he just died of lung cancer at home in the worst agony I've ever seen. The world is so cruel. Tears from this.

[@waynesilva3129]

None of us knew back then what what great music we had. We never thought it would end. But at the end about all we have left are memories.

[@blaneycrabbe3390]

And the Music ! ! !

[@eboydell1]

So very sad how bad the music is today. I'm 68, and we had the best music by far. Once "Guns & Roses" broke up after the 1993 double album, Rock was dead.

[@harrywinslow3946]

I'm 69. I definitely knew what great music we had and attended easily 100 concerts in my 20s and 30s.

[@lorenmorabito9136]

My father and his old friend Oscar played this song as far back as I can remember. Reminds me of happiness in Albany California when I was little.

[@icomenotinpeacebutwithaswo7193]

Jerry Jeff Walker, who wrote this song, died today, October 24, 2020. 2020 blows. Rest in peace, and thanks for leaving this treasure.

[@StevenCarinci]

The greatest achievement for a human is to leave something immortal behind. "Art is long, life is short."

[@RO-dj8dp]

In the 70's I played in a band with 3 of my friends. Our lead guitar player "My best friend who is now playing in heaven" would sing this song it was a time in my life that was priceless. Two are now gone and two of us are now in our 60's and the music we once made is silenced. Oh how I miss them and the good times we had. If you're playing and reading this and you are young never let the music go still. It will tear you apart inside. Ronnie, Nubs, Roman, and me Ace.

[@drakken04]

Such a heart breaking and heart warming song, at the same time. Man, it's one which, even if I forget about it for a while, when I hear it again it's such an emotional rush. Love it.

[@ojshilinski8358]

DITTO! I got tears as I read your comment - so here I go again, just sitting on the dock of the bay with Mr. Bo Jangles sitting by my side>>>>>

[@matthewboyce5123]

I remember the first time hearing this song. My mother would play it, this video not only brings back memories, but now after reading these beautiful and simple lyrics can appreciate the song even more.

[@danceswithbears2521]

I had my border collie for eighteen years before I lost her. This song always makes me cry. It's been a long time and I will always grieve until I see my beloved Jamaica again. Godspeed my love to you, Jamaica.

[@Jeremiah17v9]

Wonderful breed! We had one for 16 years & I never could replace her.

[@danceswithbears2521]

***** I have one now but Jamaica was the smartest dog I have ever known and so loyal, too. I really miss her. We traveled all over the western US together, just the two of us. She was the best friend I've ever had.

[@Jeremiah17v9]

DancesWithBears Yes, a very intelligent breed but our Judy was the exception to the rule! Lovely dog though. Died in my arms.

[@danceswithbears2521]

***** I was with Jamaica when she died. I had my arms around her and my head buried in her fur and I was telling her how much I loved her. She didn't have the need for activity that most border collies have. She was more like a cat in that respect - all she wanted was me, not that I deserved such affection and loyalty.

[@_.9S._]

May your collie live happy in heaven.

[@Smkythdg]

This song touches home with me. I've lost two dogs, never had a woman last with me long enough to grieve. lol I miss those dogs.

[@TheEriekayaker]

Same here. You aren't alone.

[@TENNDOR]

I hope you found a woman to love you. But I know what you mean about the love of dogs.

[@corysmith5228]

♡

[@RUSTY93]

Try score a fattie bro

[@ronhalpern5170]

Sounds sadly familiar.

[@BANJOSAM9999]

My late friend, Joel, passed at age 78 in the 80's. He was in Vaudeville and actually saw Bill Robinson ( Mr. Bojangles ) dance. He said the other performers often just stopped and watched him!

[@clivewells7090]

God Bless you both x

[@gregorywatters3845]

What a beautiful song. How humble this man is. He admits he's a drunk. Lost his dog. Gives people joy by dancing. Great lyrics and singing. The joy of living even in tough times.

[@charliesavoie5766]

Every time I hear this song I tear up. I just can't help it. Another great recording of it is David Bromberg's seven-minute rendition of "Mr. Bojangles" from 1972's Demon in Disguise, interspersed with tales about traveling with the song's author, Jerry Jeff Walker.

[@Gigi-14]

This just popped in my head. Haven’t heard it for years, but always loved it. 😊

[@emabelsmithable]

Mr. Bojangles; the man who falls on hard times and yet keeps a spark of hope alive! Does crazy stuff to cheer his spirit, and the unsympathetic as well as the shallow folks laugh without a clue to his perceived "silliness"! I love this song!

[@trevormwabulabrookings]

I love this country and western band. One of my favorite band indeed 🙏💙 Greetings from papua new guinea 🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬 This band had former Eagles band members Bernie Leadon and Randy Meisner played with

[@indyguy1000]

Love love this classic!!! The dog up and died, after 20 years he still grieves, that part chokes me up. I think about my pup after 31 years.

[@vespasianflaviustheemperor7901]

I remember all my dogs, but really only grieve for one special girl named Duchess. She was so intelligent it was scary, died in her prime. All the others died of old age. Makes me wonder why a parrot gets 70 or 80 yrs and our best, most loyal friends get 10 to 15.

[@bro8974]

Two pets I loved so much - Pongo and Tiny Tim. Pongo went to the woods to die alone, and Tiny Tim was stolen. When we got Tiny Tim on a December day, Mom said he absolutely could not come in the house. We put the pup in a utility closet that night. He cried so much that Mom went to get him and put him in my bed. What a memory!

[@susanleone9767]

This is a sad song I just came up on it is so many songs out there do you remember and I saw her on TV they were trying to sell records. From the 70s and I heard that song as I was scrolling up on the TV screen it's a very sad song has so much meaning and I'm still grieving the loss of my dog's still I think a dog's love is so much more deeper when you lose it plus the world has changed. People aren't caring as they once were when I was growing up it was so much easier. People cared about other people it. Seems today money comes first above all. Like the song from Teddy Pendergrass. Wake up everybody it's so relevant even today God bless everybody

[@andrewsmith3737]

same here. i don't have dogs anymore cuz it`s too hard when you lose them

[@susanleone9767]

Eddie Brooklyn, it never stops and that it's like waves you cry I have that pictures all over the house on the refrigerator I have the dates that they were born the dates that they died I still have that dog bowls I would rather have dogs than people any day I guess we're very much alike bless you you are a true dog lover

[@carolgroff591]

What a great song!! We should have appreciated music back then!! Nothing compares today!!!!

[@markrunyon5524]

You got that right!

[@ClaytonECrowley]

this is the very best version of Mr. Bojangles.....thank you...brings back some memories...and a few tears.....

[@trishpet1]

I downloaded a lot of music from my younger days, but this particular song has always been my favorite -- it's a classic!

[@glizzard1894]

The lyric about Bojangles' losing his dog gets me every time. Dog are the best people.

[@tttttt-nd6nu]

Yeah for me too. The waterworks start.

[@kennethstair3874]

No dogs are not the best people. Sterling North pointed out raccons are the best people and title a book thusly!😂

[@tjthrillajaw]

Man I have never heard this song before but it coupled with the comments just touch something deep in me and I cant help the tears man. There's so much life and love in these verses man. And in you guys' comments. In these times when it feels we're falling further and further away from each other you remind me of what being human is really about. Thank you all. Thank you to all Bojangles's out there.

[@MotownGuitarJoe]

Powerful. Thanks for sharing

[@charliesavoie5766]

It has brought tears to my eyes since the first time I heard in back in 1968 and every time since. I just can't help it.

[@uncleandy4664]

LISTEN TO MR JERRY JEFWALKER VERSION TOO MAN IT JUST SLAMS EVERYTIME I HEAR IT ...NO OFFENSE TO NITTY .

[@v-town1980]

@@uncleandy4664 Nitty did it best.

[@tfking10]

Universal. This song covered by reggae legend John Holt.

[@IAMGWH1]

As a young mixed looking “black kid” our school went on a field trip to a small Play Theater and this young white guy sang & danced to this song as I watched front stage that has a loooong lasting impression on me because I felt everything important about this sing and I’ll always LOVE this song for that reason!

[@chrislastname744]

Just reading all peoples comments about their beloved dogs. I love dogs. They are so intelligent, have so much emotion and understanding of your moods. They KNOW us and they love us deeply. The more you love them the more they love back. I heard this song in the car this morning, first time in a LONG time. Brought back memories some happy some quite sad. I pray that the Good Lord lets all our dogs into heaven. Imagine the greeting we'll get.

[@kerrybindon940]

From one dog lover to another what a beautiful comment

[@chrispmis]

This is a great song with so much emotion behind it. I could listen to it all day long. The line where Bojangles still grieves for his dog makes me get a little misty every time.

[@bradleycotton3237]

🥺

[@rumblewolfne]

I was in a park in 1972, just graduated high school. Me and a buddy were celebrating and swinging on the park swings , singing Mr Bojangles, at 2am. An officer came by and looked at us , just smiled and walked away. Life was different, people were different then. This song is sad because it wont ever come back, Even Einstein said its become appallingly clear technology has surpassed our Humanity. And that is sad.,,,,,,a future of Robotic like people who don't know what is like to really live..Im Glad to have had memories and moments in life where I really lived. This song conjures up those memories. Cry? Hell yes at least you know your feelings are still intact.

[@indy_go_blue6048]

I was drunk as a skunk one night when I was 17, walking (staggering!) around when a cop pulled over to check me and my friend out (he was sober.) After he checked my ID he put me in his car... I knew I was going to jail! He took me home and turned me over to my mom. Hell I wish he would've arrested me, lol. Yes it certainly was a different time.

[@kirkknapp8417]

Life was great

[@garryschaffer5265]

Boy, this country has gone to hell since then

[@glencrowder7012]

The 70s were great for the most part except for Vets from Nam getting crapped on !

[@suzieparis6821]

Agree..beautifully said

[@johnschoonover5914]

Sometimes music speaks what you feel inside. Who's enjoying this beautiful music. 2024!

[@karindonoghue9316]

Here in 2024

[@Karl-p8p]

Sign me up brother not any better music 🎵 than this time in life for me anyway !!!

[@Tom-ld9hp]

Came back last night from an outside restaurant with my friend's 5 yr old daughter. There was a band playing that song. She started to sing and said, "Tom get me this jingle song". I was 18 when this was released in 1970. Whenever I hear this song now I will think back about that wonderful little girl.

[@richardwingate1190]

The song truly runs deep for those who can relate to it.

[@idk-if1bh]

real deep myself, my folk and family. ppl i came across for short swaray and observation of strangers like mr b.

[@user-vt1ix6tn8f]

I love this song and can never grow tired of listening. I've seen the Dirt Band perform this song live and ever since 1974 this song stayed in my heart. The song is truly universal in meaning about the spirit of the human consciousness. Long live this song.

[@tincat2173]

I'm 72 and I love it!

[@gregoriamoreno5900]

This song gives me good memories of my dad ustu play that 45 record as i was 6yrs old back in early 1970s . and yes i would dance

[@wolfpack2007]

I was 15 when this played! Now I’m 65 … the reason I listen is the part about his dog……. I just lost my best friend of 15 years! Damn I sure miss him….Freeway

[@Danhall67]

Another great song from the 70’s. The thing I like about this song is the story it tell. I can almost imagine setting in a jail cell with Mr. Bojangles, and him telling his tragic story about life on the road, and the loss of his dog. Being a lonely man still grieving over the loss of his dog/best friend. Touching.

[@bodawg123456789]

Has a song ever just popped into your head in an instant and you can't even fathom how many decades have gone by since the last time you've heard it? It happened just now, forgot the song even existed, don't know why it just popped up in my mind??? This song was released in 1973... I was 3 years old : )

[@annagraser5088]

I'm 67 and remember when this came out. So excited they are coming to the fair in my town.

[@lindafields4613]

This song is a true classic in the most pure sense of the word. It's meaning and melody will stand any test of time. It is a rare and well told story of a portion of one man's life. I love it; always have since the first time I heard it.

[@mellingmichael777]

Well said!:-)

[@mikeparker3982]

Linda Fields I agree, Linda. And anyone that has ever had a dog canunderstand his grief, and it that explains why " I drinks a bit".

[@ShaunDell.]

Linda Fields I like the original version better.

[@lindafields4613]

This is the one I love best as it relates the feelings of grief.

[@frankiefranks3893]

Jesse Pinkman Written by Jerry Jeff Walker...

[@robinc8903]

Absolutely priceless ~ This song will go on forever~

[@marilyntarrance6999]

I feel exactly the same ! Priceless.....

[@davidkemm3201]

Robin C I like the song so well I namedy dog after this song

[@felixbanuelos6448]

Robin C that's the best song for me be driving down the road with a big smile on my face REMEMBER WHEN

[@richardhannon4615]

You have that one right about that song. It will go on forever endeed it will.

[@wildwood1247]

Robin C ur so right my friend 😉

[@MamaJacqueroo]

This song always touches me, but the verse about his dog dying after 15 years and after 20 years he still grieves makes me so sad I break out in tears.

[@Mindy0328]

It's been 10 and 6 years since my girls have passed and not a day goes by that I don't cry. I miss them so much. My heart still breaks. Especially when my last girl, Jasmine, was only 4 years old.

[@garymeikle636]

I here you

[@coryferguson8234]

I miss all the dogs I can remember having in my lifetime that have come and gone and really miss them dearly

[@fredbarrett3747]

If I'm singing along my voice always cracks on the word ''grieves.''

[@joeippolito4776]

@@Mindy0328 im so sorry

[@DonnaToler]

This was bad in the good old days when music was the best for me,just love the oldies, thank you 😊

[@woodfinn]

Yesterday I had my ancient Percheron gelding put down- his name was BoJangles... this song makes me cry now but I still love it.

[@stephenlochetto2819]

I'm sorry :(

[@finallythere100]

I just reminded my neighbor of this song 2 days ago when she told me how much she is grjeving for their dog put down 5 weeks ago. Could not get this song out of my head since.

[@rosemaklari3904]

I am so sorry.

[@captainfanta8641]

Reminds me of being a young boy, dance at my dads house to his music. Miss him, rest well dad.

[@renaysari6631]

This song makes me cry every time I hear it. Especially the part of how he lost his dog. I can relate, I lost my sweet boy in 2014, and still cry, hell I'm crying typing this. Miss you my sweet boy. True story, Sammy Davis Jr always feared he would end up as Mr. Bojangles.

[@kstyrsky]

Wow, Renay. After recently losing my 14 year old doggie, I was just looking up this song ... crying now, too. ❤️

[@renaysari6631]

@@kstyrsky Sorry honey. I have lost family, and let me tell you nothing hurts more than losing our dogs. They are the last great innocents in the world. They give love and ask for nothing in return. We never are without the pain of losing them, we just learn to live with it.

[@classickruzer1]

@@renaysari6631 Sorry about your loss. .I've experienced it with 3 so far. Had to put one of mine to sleep a couple of months ago. He raised his head up and looked at me for the last time just like he was telling me goodbye. I bent over and hugged him real tight as he went to sleep. It's heart wrenching. Have a little Beagle named BO BO now for about 6 years. Named him after this song. .. I always say there's a little God in every dog and spelled backward, it's true. The love they give you during their life outweighs the pain you suffer after they're gone. They're still alive in your soul and will never leave. Bless you..

[@renaysari6631]

@@classickruzer1 So true about the love they give us. The pain we feel after losing our babies never goes away, we just learn to live with it. I found a great service that comes to your home to help your babies transition. It's a little costly, but in my case, my dogs are usually super huge, and it is much easier on them to be in their home surrounded by family. I hope you find peace in your heart regarding your most recent loss of your baby.

[@Steve-go4nt]

Yes. I'm 73. We slowly understood the music was over. It just slowly stopped. I play hundreds of songs that were all part of that so creative and unique creations. All the great road trips. I do hear younger fans praise from those that have never heard the songs before.