Jackson Browne "Farther On” (live from home)

Jackson Browne performs "Farther On” with Greg Leisz for the Jack Barton Entertainment SummitFest. Thank you Triple A Radio!
This performance is dedicated to Al Schmitt, who recorded “Late For the Sky” with Jackson. Al was a legendary recording engineer who won the most Grammys, and worked with Steely Dan, Jefferson Airplane, Henry Mancini, and so many more, everyone really. He passed away in April 2021 at age 91.
Filmed, recorded and mixed by Kevin Smith
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LYRICS:
In my early years i hid my tears
And passed my days alone
Adrift on an ocean of loneliness
My dreams like nets were thrown
To catch the love that I'd heard of
In books and films and songs
Now there's a world of illusion and fantasy
In the place where the real world belongs
Still i look for the beauty in songs
To fill my head and lead me on
Though my dreams have come up torn and empty
As many times as love has come and gone
To those gentle ones my memory runs
To the laughter we shared at the meals
I filled their kitchens and living rooms
With my schemes and my broken wheels
It was never clear how far or near
The gates to my citadel lay
They were cutting from stone some dreams of their own
But they listened to mine anyway
I'm not sure what i'm trying to say
It could be i've lost my way
Though i keep a watch over the distance
Heaven's no closer than it was yesterday
And the angels are older
They know not to wait up for the sun
They look over my shoulder
At the maps and the drawings of the journey I've begun
Now the distance leads me farther on
Though the reasons i once had are gone
I keep thinking I'll find what I'm looking for
In the sand beneath the dawn
But the angels are older
They can see that the sun's setting fast
They look over my shoulder
At the vision of paradise contained in the light of the past
And they lay down behind me
To sleep beside the road till the morning has come
Where they know they will find me
With my maps and my faith in the distance
Moving farther on
Written by Jackson Browne
Swallow Turn Music ASCAP
Publishing administrated by Drive Music Publishing

[@thomasretallick6228]

The genius of Jackson is that wrote a song at 25 that sounds more appropriate for him to singing when he’s in his 70’s. He’s now farther on. Just beautiful.

[@Christopher8008]

Amazing. Totally agree. The rasp in his voice, just perfect.

[@lindawilliams2211]

Jackson, I was so thrilled when I found your site resently. I have loved You for almost 50 yrs. Damn, We are getting old. Lol. No matter what song Or what I was going through, I found in your words meaning and peace I Didn't know I needed or was looking for. I hope you really understand that. It has amazed me forever. Hope you are doing good. You look and sound great. As always. Love ya. Peace be with you. Linda....

[@juliepanebianco846]

This is one of those songs that you hear differently when you are older than when you are young- a lot of decades between from when I first heard it. It’s more meaningful if that could be possible! A masterpiece 🙌

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

Thanks for taking out time to comment, I can't return all the love... Where are you from?

[@mikecreger9702]

Most of his songs are the same way.

[@cathywatkins9493]

Damn it, I can't shake this fascination with Jackson. Beautiful soul, a heart for the environment, sense of humor, and handsome to boot. He can't be perfect, probably doesn't make his bed, or, leaves the can at the end of the driveway all week. LOL.

[@cathywatkins9493]

@@jacksonbrowne7757 originally Michigan, but been in TN for over 25 years now. Thanks for all you do.

[@cathywatkins9493]

@@jacksonbrowne7757 wish the real site administrators could block you. No true star would put a private email on a social media site for all to see. I hope no one falls victim to your scams.

[@MNAZ480]

I hope to one day meet you, shake your hand and thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing this song.

[@rafipeled1920]

This song, with is angels, have been looking over my shoulder for the past 40 years. I Will always be grateful to you, Jackson

[@janzpai]

Every songs from "Late For The Sky” is a masterpiece.

[@charleswatkins6402]

It dosent get better than hearing JB songs, these at home songs are so personal, we feel like we are sitting in his living room with him!

[@stannyjoe]

Listened to You from the UK. for more than 50 years .... Are ''We'' really that old. lol Love You Jackson .....

[@kirstyboyd7455]

Words cannot describe how magnificent this song is, touching my heart again, as it did 46 years ago. Thank you, Jackson & Greg. Greetings from Scotland.

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

Thanks for taking out time to comment, I can't return all the love that's been showed to me through these comments ,Thanks for viewing🌹🌹... Where are you from dear?

[@danielmd6937]

Hoping Jackson comes to Scotland soon

[@charlenebaer3022]

Jackson my friend.....a beautiful song, sung by a beautiful man. Thank you.

[@Scout-nj7xj]

The world's greatest singer/songwriter.

[@lesliestevensonrn]

Totally agree. His use of lyrics is masterful and his older songs are so bittersweet and beautiful they have nowhere to go but straight to your heart. My friend once told me that I love JB’s music so much because I recognize a truth when I hear it, and I totally get that. (I sound like such a Valley girl, and that’s a truth, because I am!) BTW Jackson if you actually read these comments, I’m going to offer my unsolicited opinion. I miss your trademark hairstyle. I have always loved it💖

[@msic55]

I love his music dearly, but I’ll bet if you ask him he’ll say “Joni”

[@garylochbaum5253]

I totally agree even better than Dylan with the writing and his voice is maybe better now as in 1972 when I first saw him..18 times over the years!

[@stargazer6753]

@@garylochbaum5253 At the very least he didn’t feel the need to contort his voice to get people to notice , like Dylan did. There are plenty of examples that show that Dylan had a fine voice. Start with Johnny Cash’s TV show. Jackson’s voice is just fine the it was and the way it is. No pretense or ostentation in his voice. Thank you Jackson. And by the way, on this point, has anyone tried to find out why at times Bruce Springsteen wanted to purposely sound like a country bumpkin , especially from New Jersey? I don’t get it and I don’t like it. This is apart from his songwriting. Just his singing abilities.

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

@@TravelingWithLex Big time..my emotional pillow, my sturdy rock to weep upon, to roll off of & regain some level of sureness...for sobbing upon again & again 🎇

[@kenbash2951]

In this song Jackson has captured the human experience- wrapped in hopes and dreams and disappointment and loneliness but clinging to the belief to never give up because the answer may be just around the corner. This is brilliance beyond words:)

[@TheCoupe06]

When people in the world argue against the existence of God, here is the type of evidence that I point to, to show how mortality can only pierce the soul like this with His gifting help... Who knows humans and their hearts better than their Maker?

[@rbutler8585]

I amazed that he could write such deep poetic music when he was still so young. It's mind boggling.

[@CK-831]

One can only write such inspired music by (knowingly or unknowingly) channeling spirit. All of the greatest musicians have always been ‘inspired’ JB even more closely connected. 🌹

[@TheCoupe06]

@@CK-831 Amen! More real evidence of ancient prophecy being fulfilled, i.e. “And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions." Joel 2: 28

[@kathyyansick5382]

Right on! My friend would say "well alright" I love him

[@thomaswschaller]

I grew up with Jackson Browne's music. Such a big part of the soundtrack of my life .So grateful to him

[@richardbrunt5706]

When I heard Late for the Sky, it completely blew me away. It is a masterpiece, without hyperbole. To me it feels like...touching eternity. This is a great performance. Jackson still sounds great.

[@jeffrobuck6338]

Best album ever ... if it's allreet with Magritte.

[@ronkresch9228]

That album meant more to me than you will ever know……still brings a tear to my eye….and hope….moving farther on…

[@mrmojorisin8752]

Jackson, in case you’re listening: your voice sounds better here than it did in 1975. And this rendition of the song is better than the album version.

[@January.]

*you're listening

[@mrmojorisin8752]

@@joeblevins1058 News must travel slowly in your part of the world, troll.

[@yamapenny5960]

@@mrmojorisin8752 Some girlfriends are no good friends....

[@moapted5624]

The voice! Amazing after all these years!

[@04dynagirl]

@@joeblevins1058 people who believe fake news are why he probably would never read these comments or respond. Those reports are old and have been refuted by himself and the girl friend who he is still friends with (evidenced by at least one public sighting) since the incorrect news report. And BTW if you were with a person for years and then their affair with a Kennedy was plastered all over the news while you were still together, would there not be a fight?

[@helentomlinson5801]

Written by an "old soul," could've been written yesterday. So much more meaning, it seems ,now, at this age. RIP to your friend.

[@nofascistsonmywatch]

Yes, as was "These Days" when he was 16!!!

[@jerrychetty2524]

The master craftsman of words and music, thank you Jackson for so many years of musical bliss. One of my favorite songs of all time

[@thewkovacs316]

never understood how a 25 year old could write this song now i know that jackson's future self went back in time and whispered the lyrics to him

[@sunnysal3889]

“In my early years i hid my tears And passed my days alone Adrift on an ocean of loneliness My dreams like nets were thrown To catch the love that I'd heard of In books and films and songs Now there's a world of illusion and fantasy In the place where the real world belongs Still i look for the beauty in songs To fill my head and lead me on Though my dreams have come up torn and empty As many times as love has come and gone To those gentle ones my memory runs To the laughter we shared at the meals I filled their kitchens and living rooms With my schemes and my broken wheels It was never clear how far or near The gates to my citadel lay They were cutting from stone some dreams of their own But they listened to mine anyway I'm not sure what i'm trying to say It could be i've lost my way Though i keep a watch over the distance Heaven's no closer than it was yesterday And the angels are older They know not to wait up for the sun They look over my shoulder At the maps and the drawings of the journey I've begun Now the distance leads me farther on Though the reasons i once had are gone I keep thinking I'll find what I'm looking for In the sand beneath the dawn But the angels are older They can see that the sun's setting fast They look over my shoulder At the vision of paradise contained in the light of the past And they lay down behind me To sleep beside the road till the morning has come Where they know they will find me With my maps and my faith in the distance Moving farther on” Greatest poet-songwriter EVER! 💕😭

[@juliegraham8133]

No contest.😊

[@DavidWilliams-yc7kt]

Absolutely agree with that! Dylan got a Nobel prize for literature. I reckon JB is even more deserving!

[@brianwade879]

Oh..... 😥

[@brianwade879]

Thank you so dearly. You posted those with the Gods of loves correct timing, as the tears fall again. 💙

[@brianwade879]

Thank you for posting that ! 💙 🎶

[@DValane]

I lost my younger brother to a brain tumor, when he was 24, and I sat in a dark room and played this song over and over on a record player (circa 1981) and as difficult as that was (and still is) the line about "with my maps and my faith in the distance, moving farther on" helped me immensely. The wording on this song is unbelievable and the line that "the angels are older" I take to mean that time passes but the memories have no time limit and simply stay the same forever.

[@malibu90265]

I lost someone at that time as well, and played this over and over. It still hurts. I hope that you are doing well.

[@mjsps51]

When ever he makes that last eye contact, I always find myself winking at him. Love you Jackson. 💓

[@jayhalley2642]

Nice MS and true

[@KathieFlood]

Your words and music keep me sane. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@larryunger8826]

You got that ol Jackson voice Amazing

[@gregorythompson1009]

the greatest songwriter of the millenium.

[@robertprosser1312]

Jackson is like a fine wine, his voice keeps getting richer and seasoned with time.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤️ youre playing my life Jackson Browne and nice to hear the honor for Al Schmitt and he sure did give his best and his all ...to his last drop.

[@elghoutibrahimi7593]

Great Jackson Browne... Great artist...Great man.... Generous full of modesty

[@1962LIBBY]

It’s always like a nice warm hug with Jackson. Thank you

[@Anthony-gq7dk]

A timeless classic. This guy never gives anything but 100% when performing. I saw him in Dublin and he sang each song as if it was studio dependent on a last take. Tangible performance. One of the most sincere songwriters of our time.

[@pauladupree8679]

Who would have thought I'd be listening to this..at 60+ yrs old. Sure sounds fresh!

[@nofascistsonmywatch]

Those angels are STILL looking over our (mine are 67) shoulders!

[@angelamurphy3260]

Absolutely the best singer/songwriter hands down! Love all JB music but this song is most definitely in my top ten. Fantastic. Period.

[@prettypeggy98]

Thank you for your continued gifts, it is much appreciated.

[@gordonpearson7494]

damn, that he still has that voice...... washes away so many years. ....... magical

[@spartyman7]

No words for how much I love this. Tears flow. Joy and sorrow.

[@Chereese0808]

What I wouldn't do to sit back in that room and listen for as long as you're making music. 💓 Beautiful tribute! 💝

[@hannahpaul6938]

Hello beloved Fan,You have such a profound impact on Jackson Browne's career with your Comments, Love and Support. Thank you, text would fall short to express our gratitude to you, We love you❤❤. Jackson Browne would want you to write to him personally, via email:([e-mail])❤️

[@Chereese0808]

@@hannahpaul6938 You started using this name and address today. Please stop claiming to be someone you're not.

[@hannahpaul6938]

@@Chereese0808 😊 this management account was created today to appreciate our great fan for their support, I hope you understand better now..

[@jockcooper8888]

This song is incredible, and this performance of it.. and Late for the Sky is one of the greatest albums of all time

[@MatrixMatched]

What an amazing performance...u still got it!!!

[@ryanzimmer382]

he sounds amazing.

[@Ettesun]

Thank You JB. You bring so much joy. Still.

[@humblebrowne4085]

Hi Liberty, how are you doing?

[@elizashanley4333]

"Now there's a world of illusion and fantasy / In the place where the real world belongs" -- who could have known all those years ago how these lines would perfectly sum up life in the social media crazed world of the 21st century.

[@massimocorda524]

one of the best song ever, so sweet, so sad, with faithfull and hopes. A masterpiece

[@brianwade879]

First listen. My phone prodding me to listen, as I have set it ! I like it !

[@brianwade879]

Nice Jackson, Brown. 🎶

[@NorseHorse1]

I agree! He and Dan Fogelberg are my original heroes, they move me to no end.

[@DMBGirl1234]

@@NorseHorse1 beautiful compliment, Folgerberg. Love him too!

[@carolscheuerman325]

❤❤ I agree!

[@karendsparks4542]

Jackson, I wonder if that is your birth name, JB will go down in history in my book. He is a blessed story teller!

[@marciarichardson2314]

So many emotions in this song, both musically and lyrically. One of your best!

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

Thanks for taking out time to comment, I can't return all the love that's been showed to me through these comments ,Thanks for viewing❤🌹🌹. Where are you from dear?

[@karenstepp669]

I will never forget hearing this song for the first time. It was the moment when I knew I had to hear more from him. It was an awakening to many, many years of joy, tears and everything in between and feeling like someone really understood me. Thank you so much, Jackson. Listening to this today made my heart soar. 💞

[@MelodyLovesMusic]

What a precious, precious song. You sing my soul

[@moapted5624]

The Master! Still, after all these years! Thank you!

[@moapted5624]

... backing people too. Thank you!

[@pamupchurch1447]

Aging together...one of my favs 💖

[@gregmaryhughes6830]

I remember opening the vinyl to this almost 50 years ago now, putting it on the turntable and lifting the tonearm to replay this song multiple times. You and Lindley nailed it then and you and Liesz still nail it today.

[@HaydenGreyson]

Words cannot describe how astonishingly soul moving this is!

[@chrisbusch4350]

HH bc you HHC uhh yayyyyy uhh yayyyyy z

[@DMBGirl1234]

I have never once listened without crying...💖🎶

[@pmozen]

And Greg Leisz on lap steel.....awesome !

[@sangeronimoband9018]

Mr Jackson.......we all get old...but kola ....your voice is just as sweet as in the beginning.....the lord truly blessed you ......

[@bogliasco]

This is an incredible song, hasn't lost a bit of its strenght and beauty after all these years. Love from Italy, moving farther on.

[@raffa22lozano6]

Ciao da Londra. L'ho visto a Roma in concerto (penso che era il 1981/82). Son d'accordo con te su questa e molte altre canzoni sue. E' stato sempre il mio cantante preferito.

[@MarkCoenen]

Still i look for the beauty in songs.

[@joeybenoit6269]

I have a swimming pool in the backyard filled with my tears through the years listening to your music!

[@ralphdavis9670]

I wish that I had known Jackson's music better, way back when. It touches me so deeply now.

[@fionaphillips3458]

Jackson Browne's music is something I have always taken for granted, I don't do that any more, these songs are gems that get better with age, same as me !

[@tracym.hobson5072]

Thank you, Jackson, one of my faves. Been listening since I was 15, 47 years ago. You still "got it"!

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

Thanks for taking out time to comment, I can't return all the love that's been showed to me through these comments ,Thanks for viewing👍🌹 Where are you from dear?

[@tracym.hobson5072]

@@jacksonbrowne7757 from the Santa Cruz mtns of Los Gatos, am now a Silicon Valley refugee 😁 in Santa Barbara, over five years now.

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

JACKSONBROWNE976

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

@Gmail

[@joelbernstein7563]

Just beautiful my friend. Just beautiful.

[@barryetherton4889]

Thank you Jackson for these videos. I have been a fan since the 70s.

[@hamitolcay5978]

Dammit' the song is still fresh and relates to me after so many years!

[@mjsps51]

Same here. He truly gets it.

[@direwolf6234]

and even more relatable the older we get...

[@nofascistsonmywatch]

@@direwolf6234 Yeah, I was not too sure way back then whether or not I would be around to see those angels get older. 😉

[@pattdunn9845]

Your music saves my sanity, even after all these years. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

[@dooldriverr]

Thanks again JB for making us feel real and grateful to hear.

[@yamapenny5960]

Oh God, Thank you for this man 💟🌷🙏

[@janetmickey3066]

I have always enjoyed JB’s music. Soft, soothing and insightful. His voice has held up well over the years. Keep it coming Jackson!

[@arabelavaz7950]

Thank you for share, beautiful and emotional song. I love it, lovely gift again. Thank you so much kind man.

[@eaglerayrob]

Beautiful performance Jackson and Greg. RIP Mr. Schmitt and thanks for the path you created while you were here.

[@robnewbold1]

Astonishing stuff. Jackson just continues to be the very best songwriter of all time.

[@TheLittletrees]

This past year has been different but yet a lot of musicians have been giving there craft of Music to distract a lot of us from loss and not being able to see our close friends and family. Some hit more then others, myself not being able to see my daughter, whom is battling cancer. Soon I will be flying south. Keep up the good job of entertaining us. Thank You so much Jackson Browne.

[@lestermiles2988]

come to Indiana please. I am 64 old and a Jackson Browne fan forever. Do think you ever will

[@timmarriott2246]

The man, his music, amazingly beautiful melodies, poetic heart wrenching lyrics, all God given gifts and simply amazing!!! Thank you Jackson, for filling my life with your music!!

[@lindacarter3898]

Beautiful. As tens of thousands of people who have followed your music from the early days, your songs are the soundtrack of my high school college days in the 70s. These at home sessions have meant so much to me. I lost my father in the fall and I've been overwhelmed by the work I continue to do to wrap up his life. You have provided a respite for me. Thank you

[@jacksonbrowne7757]

Thanks for taking out time to comment, I can't return all the love that's been showed to me through these comments ,Thanks for viewing🌹🌹... Where are you from dear?

[@StevieWilsonLA]

This song is absolutely gorgeous.. So much depth and feelings in this song.

[@meknudson2]

I love your songs they help me on most days, and make me smile too on some days. " For Everyman" is really a great one thank you for playing your music. I will hopefully be there in San Francisco on The 29th of October. Already have the tickets looking forward to it and seeing James Taylor also.

[@craighill5827]

One of my favourites from JB. Saw him in Glasgow, Scotland twice. Tremendous 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@freerichardlyon3000]

This song was so relevant to me at 14! Lost my parents. Sad souls so young. But you knew it too. Thank you for this album. Thank you for your music. We were blessed to live when we did. There will never be music like this again. Love you always.

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

Love this song! Thank you for keeping it alive! God be with always!💞

[@johnaudsley9630]

Beautiful and very, very deep! Thank you Jackson, for everything

[@michelleeasterly1985]

Bless you Jackson..your genuine ability to just stay so real and carry on inspiring us with your hearts songs just never fail to make the world a better place..may every day be kind to you..

[@larrymorgan4741]

You’re still the best Jackson, never get tired of listening to your songs. Keep them coming. My kids are big fans too ✌️

[@matthewtodd3879]

You can’t beat class,the guy is full of class

[@jimbeaver27]

Brings back memories of enjoying this album, thanks.

[@direwolf6234]

released 48 years ago .. who knew it would be a song for all of us 'older angels' .. with our maps and faith in the distance who have moved farther on....

[@tomscotland]

From my favourite album of all time. LFTS is an absolute masterpiece, this performance is astonishing. Jackson, we love you man.

[@weakleyjackie]

Gosh. He sounds just as good as he did on the 70s. I’ve seen him on concert about 15 times, but boy, would I love to meet him. My life long crush.

[@susanhopf8907]

I have met Jackson several times. briefly.. before shows is the best bet.if it is a small venue and you know where the stage door is just get there about 3 pm.. he would usually be going in about 4..for the sound check.. he is quite friendly and will do pictures and one autograph per person.. he also can be shy and is very smart and serious.. the way you would expect him to be.. i also saw him at an airport in st. louis.. i spoke to him very briefly a couple of times but didn't want to 'bug ' him.. I hope you do get to meet him.. good luck..... .

[@tarkineWild]

This song helped me in some of my darkest hours

[@DAL12343]

RIP Al. He was top notch. This is one of my favorite songs ♥️. Jackson Browne is a genius

[@lawrencerasmus]

His voice is just like in the 60's , just magic

[@jamesblanshard9468]

Oh my.... Saw him do this in Manchester just a few years ago but really this takes me back to 1974 and one of the greatest Albums ever made. Late For the Sky is still timeless, play it and see. Every track is Magnificent. Thanx Jackson xx

[@marcellalafond2157]

J.B...Incredible songwriter back then and now unfolding another lifegiving milestone. 💞 🙏🏻

[@joaquinybarra8184]

BravoJackson! Thanks for sharing your incredible talent I’m stunned by your Gift , that you’ve chosen that song at this time, N you share what this song means to you personally with all of us. Madrugadorezz WOW Sir! Incredible Steel GeeTar 🕶 I Loved Your Vocals & your ears like Elvis

[@judymanning2538]

That was a lovely tribute Jackson to someone who seems to have had a rich life and enriched lives.

[@michaelpurkerson4414]

Thank you. This song is one that I have carried with my maps and dreams. I am most grateful for your spirit in song.

[@Javiermartinez-uv4ct]

I´ve had the chance of attending some of your concerts here in Madrid, one of them was SPECIAL, in a very small venue called Sala "El Sol" with DAVID LINDLEY !! I´LL NEVER FORGET IT

[@srfgrn]

What a treasure to have the greats in their "mature" years revisiting their early works and getting it all recorded for posterity.

[@Larkpine]

Jackson, always a treat to hear your beautiful words. You are a treasure and I'm greatful to be able to follow you and your career. You are truly an inspiration ✨💗👩🤗

[@anncampbell2555]

So talented, a true blessing.

[@KP11520]

Always written with the insight of many lifetimes, like you were only talking to me.Only you were talking to millions of mes! And of that gift you shine the brightest of all! Thank you!

[@pamelatansey]

Timeless sounds of you JB ‼️❣️💝 Thank you for the share and care ♥️

[@sanjaygokavi5720]

"I am not sure what I am trying to say." But Mr Jackson Browne and Mr Greg Leisz say more than anyone can express. Thank you, Maestros, for touching us so deeply with your art.

[@gayleohnmacht8544]

If they would only let thier own self worth and respect guide them instead of coming to someones beck and call everytime they think they need us for this piece. Thank you, again.