The Band, And The Staples - The Weight (The Last Waltz)

Lyrics:
I pulled into Nazareth, I was feelin' about half past dead;
I just need some place where I can lay my head.
"Hey, mister, can you tell me where a man might find a bed?"
He just grinned and shook my hand, and "No!", was all he said.
(Chorus:)
Take a load off Fannie, take a load for free;
Take a load off Fannie, And (and) (and) you can put the load right on me.
I picked up my bag, I went lookin' for a place to hide;
When I saw Carmen and the Devil walkin' side by side.
I said, "Hey, Carmen, come on, let's go downtown."
She said, "I gotta go, but m'friend can stick around."
(Chorus)
Go down, Miss Moses, there's nothin' you can say
It's just ol' Luke, and Luke's waitin' on the Judgement Day.
"Well, Luke, my friend, what about young Anna Lee?"
He said, "Do me a favor, son, woncha stay an' keep Anna Lee company?"
(Chorus)
Crazy Chester followed me, and he caught me in the fog.
He said, "I will fix your rags, if you'll take Jack, my dog."
I said, "Wait a minute, Chester, you know I'm a peaceful man."
He said, "That's okay, boy, won't you feed him when you can."
(Chorus)
Catch a Cannonball, now, t'take me down the line
My bag is sinkin' low and I do believe it's time.
To get back to Miss Annie, you know she's the only one.
Who sent me here with her regards for everyone.
(Chorus)
Directed by: Martin Scorsese

[@Sabbymarie75]

Who’s listening in 2024 to greatness

[@rebeccamaker3084]

Here- again 07/05/24

[@Paul-od9yd]

I was in Fort Worth, TX, in the seventies, I remember things by decades, anyway, I was asked to do a survey at the Skylite Bar to see lighting, sound, and power requirements, it was an old burned-out warehouse that had a bad fire, no roof, it held 5000 people, 8 bars always six deep, Got to meet all the guys, shared some stories, had a great time with them, there golden in book, Robbie just passed, only one left. just thought you would enjoy this story.

[@jayaCatLvr-ys5ix]

July 8, 2024

[@stevenfowler411]

Anybody that doesn't like this wasn't raised right.

[@vivianmaynor7885]

YES

[@ukmary1968]

Truth

[@johnperrigo6474]

Some people don't have an ear for great music. They've been raised on less.

[@paulbutler43]

Or it simply isn't to their taste being a more logical explanation. The fucking shite some people will talk for a thumbs up is mind boggling.

[@stevenfowler411]

@@paulbutler43 yeah. Not to their taste because they weren't raised right is logical enough.

[@georgecash1563]

Mavis Staples is one of the greatest voices ever. Smooth as silk and powerful as dynamite

[@SteveDavies01]

I just love Pops

[@ednaatluxton4918]

For sure. Her entire family had talent

[@davidjudd951]

And beautiful too!

[@marieryan9592]

And she’s still singing today

[@craigchesnut4139]

Movie is top 5 music

[@stephenlamb3929]

Could be the greatest live song ever recorded. It is a vocal masterpiece with flawless playing .

[@MikK5]

I wonder if they knew what they were creating.

[@bondojoe8161]

@@MikK5 Of course they knew. If we knew it the minute we heard it, they knew it too.

[@bondojoe8161]

I believe that Roger Waters called "Music from big Pink' the second most important album ever.

[@jayderoche4158]

Will never be duplicated, the best

[@BrigitteSmith-nc8hy]

Definitely the greatest...when I hear Levon's voice it is like hearing the gospel

[@danrease7505]

Rick, Levon and Robbie will live forever through this video! 😅

[@gsmarin1]

A combination of Mavis Staples and Levon Helm is like Christmas morning with unlimited presents..

[@BrianCarnevaleB26]

enigmatic harmonies, even angelic in the American Songbook of songs.

[@alexforsyth5895]

You said it man!

[@joelbizzell1386]

Couldn't have said it better.

[@sandtrap1018]

Levon Helm was an American treasure! You nailed it, friend!

[@sst3d]

And presence...

[@carinhall4508]

RIP Robbie, you were the best 😭

[@Tcchamp5877]

RIP Robbie, 08-09-2023, aged 80. One of the greatest rock songs ever written. When he played “The Weight” for Dylan for the first time, Bob said “you wrote that” letting Robbie know this was that good..Truly one of the great rock guitarist’s ever and just as great of song writer as well. With his death leaving Garth as the sole survivor of The Band..

[@maryellenbarratt6515]

THANKS Tccchamp5877, The Boys sure were generous with thier favorite singers LOVE the staples ALWAYS !!!! GO GARTH !!!! I’m trying to get my kids into this ,sent it to all 3 ! 🎉❤❤❤ ❤

[@user-sw1ty1fz9z]

I was only born in 75so didn't get to know these guy till twentys ...finest musicians I ever had the privilege to speculate on they're work as a band no pun intended not to mention in they're own individualism as solo artists ..timeless....thanks.. Levon ,Rick, Richard,Garth never will be replaced...

[@user-sw1ty1fz9z]

Oh damn I done forgot Mr Robbie Robertson...

[@archstanton3379]

dont forget RONNIE HAWKINS ,,he is alsso gone but not forgotten!!!!!!!!!!

[@briar4657]

Sheesh! It's pretty evident that song was written by the guy from Arkansas playing drums and not the Canadian.

[@michaelmillikan1743]

Levon Helm was a national treasure. I cry every time I watch this.

[@RobGrognerd]

that's why I watch the video of "Ophelia" ya just can't be sad when The Band is playin' Dixieland Jazz

[@chrisbetz4670]

He sure was

[@roscoep.coltraine6344]

R.I.P. LEVON

[@claudiomarciolopes7934]

Me too!

[@pattyfennell.6395]

This song always brings me back to the 70's when the Vietnam vet's were coming home. Much love appreciation and respect to them. Some gave all. All gave some.

[@hoganp711]

Pay attention people, this is what you call music. With the Staples singing it just oozes soul and the Band is right on point. A true classic.

[@ShunyamNiketana]

"Listen, people. Hear what I say." :)

[@Kreepyb5]

🎉❤💯✌️👋

[@Kreepyb5]

@@ShunyamNiketana😍

[@Kreepyb5]

Just listen and appreciate while learning!! This is music!! At its best

[@grahamlaidlaw7164]

@@Kreepyb5 it simply does not get better than this

[@garymays6636]

This song was performed when entertainers could actually entertain.

[@omor33]

Roger that, Gary...

[@ariebroek2404]

This is classical music… for the ages.. this is global cultural heritage

[@LucyLennon20]

🙋‍♀️I'm here July 2nd 2024

[@cynthialangley7338]

Timeless! RIP to amazing Robbie Robertson. 🌹

[@Noblesavage77]

Cheers friend

[@JojoplusBo]

Making music on another plane.. 🎼🎶❤️

[@albertfachan1470]

don't forget levon he was a genius

[@debbiemcgrath9682]

RIP 😢❤

[@ronhuycke]

And Rick Danko.

[@steveredwood2615]

O,K guys and Girls, Have been Listening to this master peace for over 35 years, the Band and the Staples together on this occasion makes this song number one maybe 2 of all time, who would agree?

[@markmeade2937]

Yep , it’s on another level 👍

[@tom.hoffmann6585]

The Stables made this great ☺

[@noellemaffin4737]

#1. A song to live by.

[@ronnietoots6797]

it is spelled masterpiece,,, sheesh

[@steveredwood2615]

@@ronnietoots6797 Sorry Ronnie, would tell you am Disieksik but can not spell that ether, Just a simple tradesman who likes good music. Kind regards

[@zg1000dru1]

I love Danko's turn at the mic here. Just magic.

[@rk3689]

"If ya take ol' JACK, my dog" - Man, it's hard to make it through that.

[@barbiecota6691]

I was 17 year's old when I saw the Last Waltz now I'm 62 what a great. Movie and sound track

[@user-ke8if6ri9r]

Me too!.

[@seanineill7896]

I'm 67when the world was great ireamber it well

[@sheercerebralpower]

I was 12 and still get goosebumps only thinking about the sensation sitting in that huge cinema and being mesmerized

[@terrymalone1474]

Miss Mavis and Levon on stage together…..Heaven on Earth ❤

[@jebstewart9013]

A little solace in a world gone mad.....thanks Levon....and Mavis....WOW

[@janisburton4178]

Still missing Richard Manuel 😢 😔 💔

[@joinmarch76]

Well put, couldn't have said it better myself.

[@robertspence831]

Damn right.

[@gobigorange]

👍Well said. ☮️

[@graemewright9898]

I absolutely agree, they were so I to the song it’s fantastic. Went to a Mavis concert in Australia about 2012/13 and it was fantastic but sadly she didn’t sing The Weight, great night though. And we still have this version from the Last Waltz movie.

[@johnbridges9220]

The best version of this song. Love it

[@jpeez12345]

This kind of music is gone forever.

[@eileenmunson3647]

Oh, please, let's hope not!

[@laketownriots]

Some of us are trying to bring it back!

[@melissabarrett3107]

Then what’s the point?!

[@louiepooh1510]

But it's right here right now.

[@iannicholls7476]

When Mavis comes in on the second verse it brings tears of joy to my eyes. What a song! What a band! What a woman!

[@robinjones6999]

just brilliant, every time - timeless

[@joshuabrooks4907]

I love her song "Christmas Vacation." (For those who don't know, this is the song that plays over the opening credits of the 1989 Chevy Chase movie "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.")

[@marktemsic7457]

Tears indeed,, thought it was just me... tearing up watching this...just glad to be here ✌🏼..

[@lukehunter6922]

She's great no doubt. I just try to hear back Aretha in this one.

[@leschab]

Me too, man.

[@johnthornton4266]

Mavis has the sexiest voice ever. Pops voice is like silk. Then Rick comes in like Your crazy drunk uncle walking through the back door on Christmas Eve

[@LarryMan51]

Amen John, so true.

[@michellevitali4540]

100%

[@cm_zm95]

Levon’s voice is the glue:)

[@blaiklynowens732]

Amen!

[@johnthornton4266]

@@cm_zm95 A very fine natural organic glue. Made with a carefully aged Bourbon ✌

[@hankjones195]

In my opinion Mavis was and is the best female singer ever. She put real soul in every song

[@bartram33]

At 70 years of age, this is my all time favourite song, The Band and the Staple singers.

[@upstatebrian3726]

Hell yes. Sit up and recognize kids. This is rock and roll at it's highest level

[@FrankHudsonbass]

Oh I've recognized alright!

[@wyliegarcia5965]

@Patrick O'Brien really?

[@moose-music]

amazing song but definitely not rock hahah

[@Tassie85]

@@moose-music Honey, rock can be many things, it can sound many different ways. This here: rock. The very belly and grit of rock. Give it another listen, you might start to see what I mean.

[@rustyed1]

^5

[@bigdancd]

Levon Helm was soo damn great with his vocals! Very few singers put that much energy in their delivery like Levon. What a MAN!!!

[@seanriffle6324]

Levon was painting his masterpiece!!"

[@jackwalker1822]

One of my heroes.

[@aum3.146]

The Staple Singers, Mavis Staple, national treasures. The Band so deep, so true, so musical!

[@chriscosby2459]

Rick Danko is one happy bass player -- Rick always gave it 100%. RIP Rick Danko -- you will never be forgotten.

[@charlesnichols4689]

See the man with the stage fright

[@wilmamann4559]

The BEST version of "The Weight" ever!

[@jaxnegra8992]

Yeah this is the finest version of any song I think I ever hard

[@donaldbenson2202]

Hard to disagree!

[@lachiewren]

Watch the other favorites version, it's pretty good too.

[@tom.hoffmann6585]

Yes !

[@paulbaransky4086]

I still like the original version. Has more of the Band rustic feel. This one sounds too smoothed out and sanitized. Still a great version.

[@nedsellars]

Old man here on 12/25/19 surfin' youtube for some of the greatest music ever played. I am in good place in this lost world.

[@kellyparkinson444]

Welcome! Information age hasn't brought me any riches except for these amazing moments in time... priceless. I feel so blessed to have access to live recordings like these....

[@flyflywood6976]

Ole man u did the dam thing there .so did r r

[@SANDSCORCHER]

It's even more lost now Ned. Keep the faith Sir 👍🏻

[@jeffreyloskoskill4901]

You got good taste brother.

[@desmondjohnstone]

you are sure in a good place, when you are listening to this beautiful music, it's not lost by any means, keep on rockin' nedsellars, God bless

[@pwddogman]

Mavis Staples voice is truly under credited, in this history of music. Phenomenal on this recording

[@lotsofciggies]

Its that little "uhnh" at the end of her verse that gets me every time.

[@behall808]

@@lotsofciggies Yep, me too. I wish the camera had spent more time with the Staples.

[@lyonellaverde3135]

Actually the only thing wrong with this performance is Mavis should have sung at least one more verse.

[@johnwilkes6634]

She came here to open for Dylan. Bob could've stayed home.

[@janwright717]

yes i get it @@johnwilkes6634

[@PaulBooth-ve3qz]

Im 66 for the last 30 plus yrs. I catch a good buzz the nite before thanksgiveing sit back and watch the last waltz!!!

[@bruceglock7260]

Mavis gives me goosebumps when she sings doesn’t get any better than this.

[@emilieruiz7543]

I just love this band

[@cmortenson3647]

It is actually sexy watching her sing this.

[@DM-hh7wl]

@@cmortenson3647 She has a way of singing, it's probably not intentional, but it's lower register and uh's and oh's and..

[@edwardmcsheffrey4300]

The band and the staples wish I was brought up in that family!

[@FreeRange1234]

And God said. "let there be soul" and he created Mavis.

[@jaye501]

yes lord....

[@romanfields7900]

She blows me away.

[@chrisdimenna648]

from the 1 minute to 1:25 .... the most soulfull sound , EVER

[@lukehunter6922]

And The Band.

[@joehacker425]

Well said my friend!

[@bbike137]

Levon Helm and Rick Danko. What an amazing rhythm section to build a band around.

[@MarkZook]

And they made it look so easy! Two of the very best.

[@thomasjohnson5039]

I was fortunate to be backstage in Helena Arkansas 2002 and got Levon Helms autograph a treasured momento

[@robertstancliffsr9575]

Was that the King Biscuit Blues Festival, and was it after midnight when The Band finally played? I was there also.........@@thomasjohnson5039

[@JM-qw2kn]

Watching in 2021 after nearly 2 years of the world going to pot because of covid. It brings me great comfort to be able to escape to this absolute masterpiece. It truly HAS to be one of the greatest songs of all time, this version particularly always gets me. Levon really was a genius.

[@alyorkie6]

Too right, Levon and Mavis make this the best version ever. Peace from the UK.

[@natescott3832]

Take a load of McLeish 😉🍻🎵💞🎶

[@markackland8445]

Great song one of my favorites!

[@oraloni1681]

Not because of COVID, but because of dumb people manipulated by powerful people. But the bells of swift and deep justice are ringing, just like they were last time fascists tried to take our freedom. Judgement day is coming.

[@terrydavidson5052]

❤

[@spartyman7]

Only 8000 views? This is one of the greatest moments in Rock and Roll.

[@pipeandslippersman]

pardon me sir - but don't you mean "Rock and Soul"? mavis coming in a close second to van the man as best singer in the film, danko playing that fretless bass with every fibre of his being and levon has to be one of the 'blackest' white guys ever... don't want any arguments here (especially about race) - just adding to your comment, man. you're totally right!

[@katrinamalachowski1005]

Paul Jacobson word.

[@mls-a9837]

I think I've watched this 8000 times 😉 never gets old.!!

[@cliveclerkenville2637]

Superb. Mavis rocks that wonderful voice.

[@bensnow2688]

To be fair there is another video which has significantly more views.

[@maxpuppy96]

My fourth grade teacher in 1969 turned the whole class on to the band, she use to play them in the classroom, god bless Ms. Pottieger.

[@larrycarr4562]

Mark Nairn Ms. Pottieger sure could teach!

[@stephenhudson7039]

Mark Nairn That’s cool. My form teacher used to play us Johnny Cash. Proper education. ❤️🇬🇧

[@gregoryoneill3824]

she sounds amazing

[@doctorivan]

My 6th grade music teacher in 1988 was a beautiful Black woman who taught a classroom full of kids from Eastern Kenucky about the blues. And jazz, and soul, and spirituals, and gospel, and poly rhythms, and thank you, Ms. Burnam, for kicking open new doors.

[@Bruh-qs7lf]

Mr. Pogger

[@perselander8763]

Levon Helm is Fantastic singer! So underrated!

[@wonderwoman2997]

RIP Robbie Robertson, Robbie Robertson was born July 5, 1943 in Toronto, Ontario. The son of a Jewish father and Mohawk mother, Jaime Robbie Robertson's first brush with live music came at the Six Nations Reservation, his mother's girlhood home; at the age of five, he also gained exposure to the country music of rural America. Not long after-ward, he began taking guitar lessons from a cousin, and gradually started composing his first songs. As time wore on, his musical interests evolved from country to big band to rock, and he eventually dropped out of school to pursue a career as a performer. A TORONTO MUSICAL LEGEND

[@leekosmin8788]

When Pops finishes singing his verse, his daughter who is next to him, gives him a beautiful look of love.

[@ignacioasin933]

My love for Rick Danko, he was just great

[@rosspittman1916]

RIP Robbie. This is one of the greatest songs in rock history, and this is the best performance of the song. I've loved "The Band" since their first album came out in 1968: "Music From Big Pink." Garth is now the only band member still alive. Thanks for the hundreds, if not thousands, of hours of enjoyment, listening to your incredible recordings.

[@coconuciferanuts339]

Yes,this Band had Soul. Can we all come together as brothers & sisters.

[@Yipe-gm1wp]

Mavis Staples may have the most soulful voice of all time.

[@brianbommarito3376]

In memory of the now deceased members of The Band and The Staples Singers. Roebuck “Pops” Staples (Dec. 28, 1914 [1915?]- Dec. 19, 2000) Cleotha Staples (Apr. 11, 1934 - Feb. 21, 2013) Yvonne Staples (Oct. 23, 1937 - Apr. 10, 2018) Richard George Manuel (Apr. 3, 1943 - Mar. 4, 1986) Richard Clare “Rick” Danko (Dec. 29, 1943 - Dec. 10, 1999) Mark Lavon “Levon” Helm (May 26, 1940 - Apr. 19, 2012)

[@101greenbottles]

Brian Bommarito R.I.P.

[@garybrinker4522]

Wow,,friends,relative,or research ?

[@philiphalpenny9761]

Dr. John & Paul Butterfield also...

[@IdealDanl]

@@philiphalpenny9761 Oh the list gets too long, but yes, two greats.

[@bamboo59.52]

Brian thank you for that. All sadly missed R.I.P. All.

[@jeffpapshmear8242]

Does anyone else feel like they just can't hold back from singing along with this version?

[@mdogg1604]

Yes indeed. Levon would be proud.

[@ML-nj4qi]

50 years of consuming music like taking a breath and I still get speechless when I discover something that moves my soul and brings me to tears...

[@cala65]

You took the words right out of my mouth-:)

[@johnbaumgartner9532]

I just discovered this.Incredible!

[@jillschoenfeldwhite5534]

The greatest version of The Weight in history - the Band with Levon Helm plus the Staple Sisters performing a Southern Gospel/Folk Rock classic.

[@josephblauer8570]

Senior is amazing too

[@josephblauer8570]

That was Denko

[@rolandmiller5456]

Robbie Robertson can say whatever the hell he wants; Levon Helm was the HEART of The Band.

[@PaulusMichael]

wonderful; also one later version with the accordion is top

[@josephedwards082]

@@rolandmiller5456 Kevon and Rick Danko!

[@jimfitzgerald6510]

Absolute chills and awe when Mavis first comes in. One of the most stunning vocals I have ever heard.

[@lukehunter6922]

Harmony!

[@SuperMathewson]

She just exudes soul and talent

[@timoconnor8520]

Yeah, she's really something, isn't she?

[@usair1232]

That moment Robbie cues here in with the guitar nod 🤩

[@JamesBond-gh2pr]

Absolutely

[@bradsexton2315]

Always loved this song, but adding Pops and Mavis takes it to a whole other level.

[@debbieduplessis2337]

Believe I saw the last waltz in 73 at Madison Square Garden did not realize I was seeing history

[@debbieduplessis2337]

In my opinion one of the all time great songs saw the Band back in the 70s

[@charleybarley914]

Mavis and Pops Staples...blues hall of fame, gospel hall of fame, rock and roll hall of fame

[@patallgood9865]

@@debbieduplessis2337 It was was released later than 73.

[@phogelbice]

nah

[@ChefZee1964]

a truly COMPLETELY PERFECT SONG… rock ✔️ gospel ✔️ soul ✔️ blues✔️ R&B ✔️ country ✔️ folk ✔️ only thing it’s “lacking” is pop music. and there you go.

[@ModestNeophyte]

I really feel sorry for all the folks in the world who don't know how special this song is

[@timavery99]

How is this not one of the best renditions of all time?! Mavis and the Band! The song, the singers, the players.... This is pure soothing of ones soul. Everyone on stage needs to be there. Perfect!

[@janwright717]

yes you are right

[@jhandle4196]

It is.

[@kevinvilmont6061]

It is.

[@TylerJayWalker]

Plus RR probably didn't have his guitar or mic plugged in. Hard to get better than that!!

[@edwardking4095]

Well said

[@sandtrap1018]

Levon Helm has the most soothing voice! RIP brother, your music is missed!

[@jimferguson3863]

I'm 69 and The Band's songs still amaze me! Takes me back to when music meant something! Thanks boys!!

[@michaelbrooke1385]

We will never see there likes again ,this generation is now sadly leaving us.blessings to them all.

[@mojopin70]

To me The Last Waltz is Spiritual experience.

[@katemckay4463]

agreed

[@nickblanos8154]

Amen!

[@meyeboy2]

i play it once a month because it's that awesome of an album

[@timoconnor8520]

Yeah, eternal gratitude to my old college friend, Alison, for turning me onto The Last Waltz, Still luv ya, blue eyes!!

[@kevincharles4505]

Music critic John Carrol wrote " Levon is the only drummer who can make you cry."

[@karlm5235]

How can you beat Levon, Mavis, and Pop Staples…true musical treasures!!

[@regornam]

Pouring one out for Robbie today.

[@bretmorse7810]

Consider myself a professional music listener ;). This is one of the most perfect songs ever, ever put together. This version, I would stack it up against anything I've ever heard!

[@JohnPiersCilliers]

I reckon so am I. Been doing it for 60 odd years. I would have to agree most wholeheartedly with your sentiments. Absolutely phenomenal.

[@terrybaird3122]

Perfection.

[@markhonerbaum6988]

Listen a bit longer and you'll see were all getting better at listening. It's not like it used to be.That drummer can sing.

[@kevinporter8172]

PERFECT

[@noellemaffin4737]

yes. perfect sound and the only message that counts,

[@tehofunderburk2534]

Not that it matters. But I'm a black guy. This is the ultimate union of Folk and Gospel. BRILLIANT!!

[@Stepp1a]

The band.

[@rogm8577]

This song fits just as well downtown as it does in some farm field. I hope that everyone of us has at least a little soul and a little down home redneck in us.

[@twinstime3731]

Rest in peace Robbie. You'll never know what your music means to me.

[@smellyolddog6524]

In The "It Will Never Happen Again" Department... One Of The Greatest Songs Ever Written.... The Band And The Staples Make It A Classic.... Great DVD To Watch... (The Last Waltz) RIP To Those Who Are No Longer With Us... Thank You For The Music....

[@JonahLoeb]

The moment right at the end when you can hear Mavis whisper _Beautiful!_ might be one of the best moments in any song ever.

[@darrylsmith5771]

I saw her in an interview years later she said pops was mad at her for doing that

[@blackandgold676]

@@darrylsmith5771 Oh, it was ... beautiful and sweet.

[@douggarr9095]

Robbie wrote one of the greatest opening lyrics in rock 'n' roll history in this song

[@scotttillman01]

You mean Robbie stole writing credits for one of the greatest opening lyrics in rock. Next you'll be saying he can sing too. LOL

[@emilieruiz7543]

I have to reply to this the organ player and Robbie we're not doing drugs other ones all kill themselves with drugs that's why Robbie has money to this day because he was a junkie put credit word goes or is Robbie kept them together

[@scotttillman01]

@@emilieruiz7543 Robbie would be nothing without these "junkies". Have you ever heard him sing?

[@samlee5890]

Man , that second verse when Mavis comes in....my goosebumps get goosebumps on their goosebumps! Stunning.

[@johnhughes5083]

Wow! 45 years ago and possibly the greatest concert of all time! Miss these guys! Masterful musicians and great music!

[@someguy42093]

This wasn’t at the concert. They show this later just for the movie.

[@rtflone]

Some folks will never understand how unbelievable amazing this is

[@petersonlafollette3521]

A musical treasure AND a double whammy here...

[@TheDennzio]

Why

[@du3223]

But you understand so you're special?

[@stephenstover7905]

40 YEARS HAS ONLY ENHANCED THE POWER AND SPIRITUALITY OF "THE LAST WALTZ" FOR ALL TO BEHOLD!!!!

[@jeffbrehove2614]

And it's ironically wasted on 80% of the public.

[@dmlong56]

Robbie Robertson wrote one hell of a song in connection to the other songs from the album on which this was released and offered up biblical bits and pieces to the story. The song has been out for 53 years….unreal. The inclusivity of the different stylings is perfect for the piece. When Mavis sings with her buttered toffee voice or just throats a note I feel the goosebumps and adrenaline and I still wonder if I’m hearing what I’m definitely hearing. Her voice is difficult to define and must be heard! For me, she makes an incredibly special song even more special. It is a fun ride of a song and they all do it justice.

[@RussianBassPlayer]

Feeling the same for a long time Very sad for Mr. Robertson passed away

[@kylehaislip3315]

The greatest singing drummer ever Levon Helm!!! Great performance! !

[@davevolkman5093]

Karen Carpenter could sing a bit also.

[@davenotdoug8394]

Ringo doesn't feature? Yellow Submarine?

[@halhoose4456]

Per Elton John…Levon is the ONLY drummer that should be singing!

[@trevmac8362]

*Danko* appears out of nowhere like a beautiful magical Genie from a well loved children's book

[@stephentate5076]

I swear when Pops comes in, I lose it...especially in these times.

[@michaelikomike]

Absolutely

[@chem2850]

Take a load off...

[@craigwinter2341]

My God, what smooth, beautiful voices from the Staples!

[@williamcoates1751]

One of my favorite songs by one of my favorite bands. Their talent is immeasurable. Danko, Helm, Manuel, Robertson and Hudson. So talented.

[@briandavidson4156]

Rompin' Ronnie Hawkins, was the crux of this band, he recently passed another great one gone

[@mloftus8618]

It actually makes me sad, quite so, that 535 people have listened to this, and decided to thumb it down. I am a metal head primarily, but mostly a fan of music and the soul it has. This performance almost always gives me chills.

[@natescott3832]

Don't sweat it! Someone's gotta watch the CMA's.

[@johnwilkes6634]

No musical taste. Tin ears.

[@mloftus8618]

@@johnwilkes6634 - yea, I guess so. Also, some people are just so closed minded to music outside their preference. I say, if you close you eyes, and truly listen, the music will speak to you and heal your soul.

[@janwright717]

just not our age i guess

[@arronbiber5823]

Wait a minute here..535 no’s out of 6million listens…that’s like 99.99999% approval

[@mommader]

Oh, Levon! You are so missed...

[@coolchristianprankster595]

Im from Australia and was visiting a freind in Oklahoma. We went to a bar for a drink in Tulsa and I couldnt belive that Levon was playing. What an amazing suprise.

[@josephmckernan2467]

LEVON HELM was the deal ❤❤❤

[@suesimpson7664]

If only I had a time machine.........💔 Levon, Rick and Richard

[@nancyveronesi7169]

He shall be Levon Helm!

[@fancypants509]

I pray that he knew just how much he was loved and is missed. He will always be the best in my opinion. I loved The Band as a whole, but was very disappointed in Robbie.

[@elbob17]

This is Scorcese's masterpiece.

[@terrydaughtrey1895]

Mavis Staples, beautiful God-given voice.

[@johnalbert6900]

I love that she mouths “that’s beautiful” at the very end.

[@captnsquid8151]

Rick Danko is playing that bass as if he slid down the birth canal with it in hand . Great voice often underrated for his back ups and leads wuth the band..

[@lukehunter6922]

That's why he's part of THE BAND!

[@bronsky1410]

The song 'It makes no difference' still makes me tear up and I haven't lost anyone close in decades

[@chrisbewes1330]

Wow that’s a hell of a visual but you know, it’s not inaccurate. Lol. They were all awesome but Danko always looked so comfortable when playing.

[@giantnamekiandende8988]

Fucken right

[@marcosluna7792]

Hell yeah!

[@trevmac8362]

Last time i cried as an Irish kid from Chicago was 40 years ago,the beautiful Mavis and the Staples and the great,wonderful,outstanding Rick Danko made me cry tonight Dec 4th 2020

[@ronpicavet1738]

Are you crying??? Tom Hanks says NO CRYING ON KZbin!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH6bpK2iiMZgbtE

[@ronnietoots6797]

with you!

[@giuseppealciatore5156]

Enorme lirica

[@naturalrestingface4909]

RIP Rick Danko... what a select ensemble of talent here.

[@kevinoconnor4669]

How come tears run down my face when I listen to this song. So much wonderful talent with common purpose. Sing Beautifully. If the world could be like this.

[@natescott3832]

Literally just finished listening and have dried tears on my cheek. Cheers 🍻

[@hughess004]

Levon Helm, genius.

[@yeahbee8237]

Everyone of them

[@reallifelebowski4732]

Totally incredible and it got really beyond incredible when Danko appeared out of the fog jiving and bouching around like a gift from heaven

[@michaelh.glassman372]

That is music. Just great. RIP Robbie Robertson and members of The Band and the Staples no longer with us (only Garth and Mavis still with us, I believe).

[@papawoffour2562]

After all these years this is still the finest live performance ever recorded

[@wopr1231]

If I could choose one performance to see in anytime or anyplace.. this would be it ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@davescopies2346]

2019 and it's still one of the best rockumentary ever made The Last Waltz

[@daver8647]

Daves Copies Not one of the best ....THE best!!

[@ronaldh8446]

I put it right alongside Woodstock. But the music of The Band I can listen to repeatedly more than any act covered in that festival.

[@VCT3333]

Stop Making Sense and Rattle and Hum are up there too. Plus I would really like to see the Director's cut of Stones mid 70s documentary, Cocksucker Blues.

[@phillott4181]

Damn...it does not get better than that.......God Bless The Band......

[@ancil57]

When Mavis gets carried away by the music and starts clapping. Pure magic.

[@jeffpapshmear8242]

This song hits the soul deep. Especially this version

[@devans00]

Mavis Staples voice is undeniable. This Staples mashup with The Band is super soulful. Dripping with heart.

[@Drforce2311]

The band has a way of painting a picture and dropping you right in it.

[@larrycamp9383]

Never gets old, it is so buried deep into your heart...From the first time I heard ot to listening to it again just now. Magnificent and enduring!

[@cynthiamccoy9250]

I come back to this version of this song again and again. I loved The Band, but with the addition of The Staples, listening is a spiritual experience. I always get goosebumps. Mavis Staples whispers “beautiful” at the end and I could not agree more.

[@user-sw1ty1fz9z]

Sure is very spiritual .also by far my favourite version the song is so we'll write I don't think Robbie knew guitar what he was onto at the time but wow .what a legacy to leave ....tough act to follow!!!

[@tarasager5503]

One of my favorite vocal performances of all time. The highlight of this film. And Rick Danko playing bass like lead guitar!

[@joejamison8876]

What a great band and Levon Helm was such a great humble man! I had the honor and pleasure to meet Levon and Garth. My brother and I were walking into the show a bit after most of the crowd had already entered and we see Mr. Helm and Mr. Hudson pull up in front of the concert hall from about a hundred yards away, we waved and kinda yelled out hi guys just hoping for a wave back and Mr Helm just turned direction and came running up to us with Mr Hudson kinda following behind. Levon held his hand out...shook our hands and we said it was great to meet you, we love your music and he hung out for a few minutes and made some small talk and then says I gotta go and actually it is so nice to meet you. Mr Hudson a bit shyer says hi too and they just bee lined inside...We walked in took our seats and Levon ran on the stage 30 seconds later...and started up like the pro he was. Levon was the real deal!

[@whatsitwhosit]

Just got chills again, for the umpteenth time, when Mavis jumped in.... classic!