Jack Johnson Singing to Children "Upside Down"

[@Jamus1975]

Dude is worth millions but doesn't matter. Lives a simple life, wearing t-shirts and flip flops and singing to kids in a park. Man lives a great life.

[@bderrick4944]

Yea and he basically just stumbled into musicianship and worldwide fame. Pretty cool.

[@alexandraligon702]

Born/Raised in SB for 25 years. Love him. Can’t afford to live there anymore. He used to go to schools and play, remember that. My youth soundtrack… also KJEE…

[@jonathansfv3109]

$20M

[@DonTHEhandsome1]

Honestly, out side of the North Shore, Jack Johnson is just a normal guy in Hawaii.

[@MrZachgonz]

@@alexandraligon702 I agree. It’s very expensive to live here. But after all the years I’ve been here, walking on the beach as the sun sets on a nice warm day. Still makes me feel happy no matter what worries on going on in my life.

[@flyinghigh990]

“there’s no stopping curiosity” is such a beautiful line to sing as children play around him so freely.. this all feels so right

[@stevenygabbyperez695]

Kids look like they don't really care and yet they might be forming a life long memory.

[@ErickBourgeois1978]

And yet no idea that he did the music for the movie! That is the beauty of children's curiosity!

[@MCAQUIN0]

Jack Johnson. Man, it would a cool story to tell

[@steph774]

They're going to look back and think, "why didn't I get his autograph!!?"

[@magicdolphin3090]

I mean that's kind of what makes childhood fun and whimsical. You just are in the moment.

[@EricMyles]

Most kids wouldn’t care, kids don’t think like adults so I doubt they cared about any sort of fame

[@sidowninc]

This feels so natural, seeing the kids play freely while Jack plays along.

[@okjeffy6581]

U haff 100 lieks.,

[@jamesespinosa7995]

Lol

[@jaredf6205]

Meanwhile, all I can think of isthe classic train crash meme that uses this song lol

[@jimmyhackney]

I like how the kids are climbing the tree in the background. Perfectly fitting to a Jack Johnson song. Makes me smile.

[@aldric2252]

Same

[@mattpassos5689]

Especially from the curious George movie soundtrack

[@riffmaster5805]

I wish I had a time machine.... to take me to my childhood.... 😔😶

[@katesbane]

1800th like, don't forget me.

[@ECregsOutdoors]

Couldn't agree more.

[@justinbrown8214]

"anybody see the movie Curious George" kids: "yeah" large Hawaiian man: "uh huh"

[@f.f5771]

Yep that’s the video

[@newfiefitz412]

You mean dad*

[@AbdoZaInsert]

@@newfiefitz412 Oh... Thought man was mom...

[@newfiefitz412]

@@AbdoZaInsert its 2021, it could be now these days, whos knows! 😅

[@AbdoZaInsert]

@@newfiefitz412 lol. sadly, I'll give you that.

[@MrMcprodigy]

this is beautiful, look at the kids in the background actually enjoying nature and the music, nothing but good vibes

[@0u4m3]

exactly

[@scraptic8279]

I like these types of scenery because I'm 14 and my friends only want to play fortunate and games and stay inside but I want to go and climb trees and lay in the grass and read a good book

[@MrMcprodigy]

@@scraptic8279 you will have a much better childhood if it is spent outdoors. You will look back and be so glad you did. Keep doing you.

[@Gboy163]

Yeah don’t let video games and phones take over your childhood man

[@paddawan_]

My ovaries are exploding

[@thompetrus7305]

I love that this is a “kid’s song”, there’s such a playfulness and innocence about it, all the while those little groms could care less and simultaneously embody the song. Perhaps I overthink it, but it feels like this is one of those rare moments where you capture lightning in a bottle.

[@stavrospapadimitriou7631]

What do you mean 'Could care less'? That makes no sense. Do you mean 'couldn't care less'? If so, why not say so?

[@kylewinney5318]

@@stavrospapadimitriou7631 It's a strange, but very common saying

[@SunnyShay]

@@stavrospapadimitriou7631 it’s commonly said wrong. But yeah you’re right- ‘couldn’t care less’ is the correct phrase. So many people say ‘could care less’ though and most people (in the US anyway) know that they’re meaning ‘couldn’t care less.’

[@blhu_oce]

@@stavrospapadimitriou7631 you'd be fun at parties.. 🤦

[@patrickhemus8102]

No that’s exactly it

[@QuarterFlip1]

Jack Johnson is about the only artist I've seen who sings live exactly like the album

[@SteveLeMenager]

James Taylor too

[@ChaiKarl]

@Can't Ban Jesus except he is though? Singing is a talent, skill. Beautiful sounds and in tune...each artist has their own distinct voice. Never downplay an artist's skill or talent.

[@er5490]

Corey Taylor

[@goldenhourkodak]

Robert Smith

[@tohm9070]

@@SteveLeMenager so true

[@opedromagico]

I like him, Jack is such a good guy with a good energy

[@valentim2377]

Ele parece ser mt gente boa mesmo.

[@opedromagico]

@@valentim2377 gente bueníssima

[@redlobster968]

@@harrisonallen3026 please stop

[@IRELAND_SAYS_NO]

Just a bit late ain't ya

[@redlobster968]

@@IRELAND_SAYS_NO yes

[@ChildishDanbino]

Shout out to the guy who sacrificed the comfort of his arm to hold the mic up and preserve the vibes. Big play in a pivotal moment for his community right there.

[@Bababoeyyzz]

Now I am an 18-year-old teenage boy, about to attend university this fall. I have started to worry about my life, my future career, my family, and everything else. When I hear this song again, I want to go back to being a 5-year-old kid who was curious about everything in life and did things without worry or doubt.

[@Bababoeyyzz]

these kids in the video still have nothing to worry about anything in their life.

[@Ridhoprastyooo]

feel you bro 🙌

[@davisergiooficial]

Me too bro

[@kellenungaro]

Life does get harder, and it does get more stressful. But if you never lose your joy for life and your curiosity for life, life is so amazing brother. Good luck this fall man you’ll do great 🙌🏼

[@NoelIsabella-qs9bo]

Yessss, it’s sad how kids in the up coming generations will never experience the nostalgic feeling of this song

[@brodiesylas8280]

I miss this world

[@austinsavage5962]

Still out there just gotta find it

[@stephaniearnold4022]

Me too😢

[@lucasouza4846]

do you mean you miss being young? yeah me too

[@sablenx212]

me too

[@Harukamain]

When I was a kid, This song was everything. I just didn't know "I don't want this feeling to go away" would hit so different now

[@winser21]

It's all in the attitude, brother. Don't let anyone or any circumstance take your wonder away.

[@max917]

Kids are just kids. They're playing and look like they're having fun with Jack's live soundtrack in the background. They may not realize it now but many of them will grow up with great memories of who they were playing with every time they hear this song later in life. :)

[@avemusbananum]

Bro I almost cry every time that I listen to this song

[@caitlynnhamilton8016]

avemus bananum me too :,)

[@advenco344]

These kids are adults now.

[@stockholmcindy6793]

I've never been a fan of Jack Johnson just because it's not really my type of music... But I remember one time back in like 2003 he was playing a show at the venue next to the coffee shop I worked at, and after the show while I was closing up shop he was hanging out talking to fans outside of his bus for like an hour. You could tell he was the most down to earth dude ever, very humble and friendly to everyone. And even though it's not necessarily my cup of tea I can say that he's an incredibly talented singer/songwriter.

[@ToniBoordane]

You better try again then!

[@stockholmcindy6793]

@@ToniBoordane try what?

[@michaelalvarez670]

@@stockholmcindy6793 I’m guessing they meant “try” listening to Jack Johnson again. Well that’s how I understood it

[@adog3129]

@@ToniBoordane the music isn't for everyone, music is really subjective. Just because he's a great guy doesn't mean everyone has to like his music. He's mostly known for his super chill and warm vibe

[@ifwecouldvote]

Not your "cup of tea"? Ah, because you prefer coffee. I get it man. I get it.

[@Enoxix.]

Jack Johnson is just amazing!

[@Domzdream]

Wouter Veraart What a voice!

[@JackJohnson-bb2wp]

Thanks,

[@bubledits]

@@JackJohnson-bb2wp lol

[@lofinomad8315]

Is he?

[@qwerty4134]

Who the fuck is this guy???

[@KayleeM-bm7co]

I remember when I was dating my first boyfriend we were laying down and he pulled up this video. He loved how effortlessly Jack could play (as we met in guitar class and had an infinity for playing) and how much life radiated from this video. We shared our love of his music and the emotions that come with it. I can still see us there watching it over and over and the amount of joy we felt. Sadly, my first love is no longer here, but I like to come back to this video and remember his spirit of something similar to the beauty of Jack and his songs.

[@forrestmeyer549]

that's beautiful

[@fhfbjufhwflpkpldxeh6070]

did he die or something?

[@benclark2001]

Imagine walking through some park and casually coming across Jack friggin Johnson singing Upside Down

[@RedmannProductions]

That is life in Haleiwa

[@ericksonmanuel6379]

That’s normal in hawaii

[@greyaura1421]

I've been horribly depressed and angry for years, specially these days, many things happening, you know; but everytime I come back to this song, every single time, all the intrusive thoughts and negativity goes away in just a second and I'm left with tears of joy and a smile on my face, but mostly, a big relief, as if a really huge rock has been lifted off of me. This guy is saving my life right now just by being him. Thank you so much, Jack❤

[@TheQukey]

Hey! I hope you’re feeling better! This song is so wonderful and always makes me enjoy life and I’m so happy that it makes you feel the same way. Remember that the weight may never get lighter, but your legs will always get stronger.

[@sheldonbutton5668]

if only these kids knew who they were listening to

[@brandonchilders2667]

Kids don't care about stuff like that. Kids love unconditionally and without bias. Everyone is the same in their eyes. It's actually kind of beautiful

[@TheNastyPS]

@@brandonchilders2667 yeah no not really lol

[@LegendaryK_03]

So many negative people on the internet

[@ilenegoddard9113]

He’s a legend

[@ironlionzion2265]

Lol

[@liamhoffman5766]

jack johnson is one of the few ppl that will always pass the vibe check

[@patmoke3291]

I'm a busker/street performer, and this song is my most favorite song to sing and play for the public. It's such a positive and fun song which brings so much smiles and happiness to everyone who listens. I'm so grateful for your beautiful music, I use my gift of music to share your wonderful gift of music to everyone so that they can appreciate everything

[@silencedogood5631]

Shoutout to the guy who held that mic up. Great awareness realizing Jack was straining his neck.

[@MiSsUsA12345]

This mans only flaw is not having any flaws

[@loss6199]

FAAAACTS BROOO

[@macaymaddox6892]

How is that a flaw?

[@rayaqin]

@@macaymaddox6892 it's not, the statement is a joke

[@woo_shynen8805]

@@macaymaddox6892 thats the point. he has no flaws, he's perfect the way he is

[@stavrospapadimitriou7631]

One man's flaw is another man's sealing. I don't know what that means, but my mother used to say it.

[@ilikechamomile4502]

I love this song and that movie is part of my childhood 😭😭❤️

[@Glockaaaa]

Not a single mobile phone in sight, just happy listening to live music.

[@seanwade8188]

Ha love that about this video. Hate phones too. Sent from my iPod Touch

[@drewkuwahara7173]

​@@seanwade8188 haha!

[@jamiemunro2632]

Glad this came up I must've been 10 when the movie came out ended up growing to love his music

[@zeropower1688]

Weird to think that these kids are teenagers now

[@skierclub9935]

OMG I was the same age then cuz right now I’m 16

[@felixgutierrez993]

You kidding I am about to be 20 🤣👍

[@kierstanfaulks]

They're probably like 12 tbh

[@zachmurphey5826]

@@kierstanfaulks the video was filmed in 2009 and all the kids look older than 1

[@raeganmorton4290]

@@kierstanfaulks i was 4 when this was filmed and now i'm almost 14 so they are prob abt my age

[@jimsteele2072]

He reminds me of Randy California, not just musically, but in general, and that is a compliment of the highest degree.

[@ryan44662]

I think this is the most pure thing I have ever seen

[@audioa41]

I love the authenticity of this. Better than a studio or live performance.

[@LuckytheCharmander]

This is how I grew up, and I come back to this from time to time to remind me how simple and carefree life can truly be if I just let go. Now I get to fill my sons life with the same peace and love I was shown young. His voice echos the love of my youth

[@jonpaulshoden]

wow man this comment is beautiful.. looking forward to fatherhood

[@Sleepydill]

im 20 and just a few day i just realized i was getting old with soreness and stuff, i just wish i was a kid still, look how happy they are

[@jcplays5831]

Jack Johnson is the most wholesome artist ever, and I love him so much.

[@xaviert.123]

Y'know sometimes it's hard to remember there's good and happiness in this world, but then I switch this video on and remember Jack Johnson. The man literally is human heart and happiness.

[@jeremyspringer1]

As a musician, I've seen lots of guys with a fraction of his talent who wouldn't treat a situation with a cheap mic stand with such good humor. I'm glad to see that the good humor in his music is reflective of the man.

[@sheik718]

Literally in tears watching this. My two sons. One was five when this song and movie came out. The other had just been born. Took my oldest son to watch the movie and he started calling his baby brother Curious. A nickname that stuck for several years. Takes me back to a very special time in my life.

[@tonimarx6405]

I emigrated from the UK to Australia in 2003 and spent that entire summer drinking beer on the beach, listening to Jack Johnson on repeat. Great memories!

[@xiomaraportillo4257]

This guy is the most amazing human being...not only is he an amazing singer but so humble and full on love. Love you Jack Johnson keep being the amazing man you are 🙏🫶💕💞

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

No phones, no worldly distraction s, just music and kids playing .. the way God created it

[@hidden2258]

man, after a ruff week and past couple months i found this vid and it made me cry, tears or joy i felt like so comforted

[@Nanafia1]

I love this. It's the sweetest simplistic thing. Children are so precious. Jack...you're incredible. I love this song.

[@jonvia]

This is a real musician right here. He plays huge tours and festivals but can busk for the kiddos too!

[@julianraiss5697]

"Once all the kids leave now its just me singing you kids songs" Come on Jack. i will always be a kid when i listen to your music. That video brought a smile to my bitter and grey day.

[@calebhefner6760]

I went from #Dax to this. For who ever is trying find a path, youre not the only one. Gods speed

[@joellukewarriorforjesusthe293]

Amen bro

[@fedoff2190]

absolutely no ego. It's so nice to see someone in it just for the music and the joy it brings people.

[@johannesdenecke2422]

I used to live in Raglan, a world class surf spot, for a while. I worked at an eco resort then and one morning I went to the toilet, did my thin and when I got out, there was Jack Johnson standing in front of me. I felt like he was someone I once met but I could not figure it out. Later that day I went surfing and when I got back, the word got around that Jack Johnson was staying there. I met him again later that day and we chatted a little bit. Most down to earth, normal surfer and family man. He was touring a brought his whole family with him. What a legend. The next day we met again in front of the toilet. I consider that detail relevant.

[@annahorselove20]

I really like this version of Upside Down he is so naturally and i like it when he said :where did my kids go ?! lol

[@psykonauta]

This man is an inspiration and he’s been for so long. He bettered my life with his example and he doesn’t even know…

[@marielazepeda2930]

I love how simple and beautiful this is

[@joshhawk7321]

10 years later and I wonder if those kids realize how lucky they were to see such an amazing, genius, and genuine star!

[@kieranclark6013]

These kids have no idea. I love this man!

[@coldloner7453]

This was one of my favorite songs growing up as a kid, and watching this video and just seeing this I think I’m actually gonna cry.

[@MichaelHunt185]

It's so nice to see a real artist.

[@EgirlPoke]

This video gives me the will to go on

[@RheaDraycott]

KZbin randomly recommended me this, it was just the right levels of nostalgia and wholesomeness I needed! :)

[@markgardiner1767]

Why on earth would want to give that a thumbs down. No sweeter thing than to be playing your music with the kids playing all around you.They may not all be listening to the guitar and voice but they can hear it. That's why their all so happy. LET THE CHILDREN PLAY.

[@moonlight_sparkle6659]

This song just embodies being a kid and just enjoying your childhood, these kids are so blessed to hear such a beautiful song like this live. I hope now since they’re probably teens at this point getting ready to face the cruel unfortunate world, they see this video and it brings back all of the memories they’ve made that day.

[@evancarlson4849]

This sound and the whole album brings up so many good memories from my childhood

[@C29Chris]

dude he has the most manly nice guy beard ever i hope i can get a beard that awesome.I mean i love his music and all that but i have to say he has my favorite beard ive ever seen lol he seems like such a nice guy id love to hear him play in person

[@carsonnova4193]

Agreed

[@wesleyprice2548]

Ditto

[@stuzi07]

this was 12 years ago man live was easy back then

[@legolaskico]

coolest and most relaxest man on earth

[@ryseabove]

This song was my childhood and I get nostalgic everytime I hear it. Thank you jack for all of the memories.

[@Bomboyy]

“Upside downnnnn, I’ll find the things they say just can’t be foundd”

[@K.e.a.r.a.]

🥺

[@awppenheimer]

Very good video quality for 2009 tbf, I love this video too. Jack Johnson is amazing, I love his music, and this video just kinda sums up his whe vibe.

[@solangedioses467]

What a genuine video. Full of honesty, I saw my favorite things in life: nature, music and spontaneity of a child’s play.

[@piripikerr8896]

Thankyou for the music and the good vibes 🤙

[@natejones4311]

I'm 16 and curious george is still one of my favorite kid's shows

[@arthurmorgan1496]

Same but 17

[@papajesus_]

My friend used to live down the beach from Jack in Hawaii. He said he would do this all the time around bond fires on the beach with the local surfers

[@shmulyitzkowitz6479]

Who's here in 2021 and really needed this

[@remochovsky1056]

If Jesus were alive today only a few people would talk about him and follow him.. God lives within us all but shines blindly through this man. Hallelujah!

[@tjfkc]

this is definitely how i picture jack johnson in my head lol. just chilling, sitting in sandals and playing music for young people

[@popthatcherry]

this does bring tears to my eyes

[@PabloMartinez-lv3nk]

Seems like a good guy! All my best wishes to Jack johnson, from argentina!

[@cosmicjohn8717]

This is one of my favorite artists

[@Hockeyfan268]

That smile, you can tell so much from a person that smiles the way he does.

[@AsherSkylark]

He reminds me of my cousin. A down-to-earth nice guy, loves the environment, he goes where he wants, whenever he wants together with his trusted bike, skateboard, or motorcycle (sometimes he goes with his buddies as well). When he wants to take some time off, he to go to the beach. He loves music as well and he's part of a band in my local community. The best part of him is that he never gives up. Back in the day he used to stay up late and play video games, neglects his education, and becomes an addict in his teenage years. Time passes by, he changed, and now me and my cousin are graduating together this year even though he's 4 years older than me.

[@GNBlw]

just food for the soul... smooth and easy like always

[@franksmith8210]

One of the most underrated artists out there. I need a concert of him and John mayer.

[@rachelbanasik7948]

I was their age when this was filmed. I would literally watch the curious george movie almost everyday, it was my favorite thing. Now jack johnson reminds me of my childhood every time I hear him.

[@JoeMama-ne8wp]

Same haha, it’s so weird to see

[@Louis-lu5wh]

This is how kids should act!

[@MerezHD]

Jack Johnson truly is my inspiration. Thank you Jack for showing me that REAL music actually exists :)

[@jaxripper251]

Yea but where is he now?

[@jaxripper251]

@yai nah he washed up and forgotten about

[@BltchErica]

You know when you see and hear a person and they just radiate kindness and love

[@Domzdream]

I tell you, I never get tired of listening to this song. I’ve attached complete positivity to my body and mind, so when I’m down and sad and need a mental boost, I sing this song to myself.

[@cloaker8362]

I’m so thankful KZbin showed me this. Holding back tears just enough to smile !

[@lidabomegamind]

i think i am in love with his voice

[@userSchlonsch]

This is the perfect way to listen to Kack Johnson. Doing something else, enjoying life and building memories that will forever be connected with his songs. When I was young my family would play his music in the car every year on holiday in Italy and those memories are deeply intertwined with his songs! Even now, 10 years later, I can feel the sun on my skin and the warm breeze in my hair as I would lean out of the window if I put on one of his old classics! If I close my eyes I see the olive trees on the hillsides and the ocean in the distance and hear the chirping of crickets and the Sound of the sea.

[@CountOfMonteCristo_]

Absolutely wholesome! Love how he is the coolest dude, singing for children, family’s, all kinds of people, we need more artists like him!

[@Renegade_raider12]

This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen

[@Martin0Alvarez]

Incredible. He's so cool! No difference in him whether he's playing to a handful of kids, or a stadium of thousands. (It was actually my 4 year old that turned me onto him w/this very song.)

[@evanmoore8578]

Never ever cannot like a man who kicks out beautiful tunes.

[@cwuzzy]

Look at those kids. That was us once. A long time ago...

[@malachihandemande8159]

:(

[@okjeffy6581]

That was me when I was 13. So when I first heard it in 2006, I always felt like I have it before in my early childhood. Or rather another song that jack johnson sounded just like it. My memory is just mixed up. iys confusing. Do you ever get that feeling?! And I forgot about it for years. But when I first reheard it in 2009, I actually thought it was from 2001 until I realized it was the intro for the 2006 curious george movie. And I so exploded. I was like but I heard this in my early childhood. How is that even possible?!

[@cwuzzy]

@@okjeffy6581 Who knows, man? World’s got some crazy shit. Most doesn’t make sense. Some of it has a chance not even being from this world and it actually makes sense. Take that declassified video of that ufo going at impossible speeds. How can anyone explain that without sounding crazy?

[@okjeffy6581]

@@cwuzzy its not you, but its me. I actually thought it was from 2001, not 2006. Because back in my kindergarten days, I heard it. Or maybe I just imagined the song and it just came true. Strange,,..

[@okjeffy6581]

And also I once had a dream about a ufo.

[@BugalooB]

This song is very nostalgic for me

[@shawnsunboxing2117]

Jackson is so humble. Has a net worth of $20 million but is singing to people in a park, and doesn’t have any lambos 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@ianmm2892]

Clearly we see a man that does music by passion and that represents what he really is.

[@erikmunkholm5915]

Great song, great man, great musician! He's really nailing that F bar chord.

[@daniellatham73]

Truly this is life, music and children playing. It represents at the purest level our little fragile flame of consciousness in the universe. Love to you all.

[@Zohdiak]

This is how music artist should be. Making positive influences on kids. Not the arrogant artists we hear today singing about how much money and drugs they have and how many women they cheated on. It's all celebrated today, and you have people singing along to all that crap

[@030233854914]

i'm sure youre right but the people you talk they sing wht they know / their shitty life ! lol

[@darkasnighttime]

Totally agree with you!

[@Domzdream]

Zohdiak I couldn't agree more.

[@mandy138]

tell me an artist that's done that. I'm not disagreeing with you but I need to know someone who has done that, that is popular enough to have an effect

[@jerryjones4855]

Amen

[@brandonmshrock]

this guy's voice is like a hug