Jackson Browne - Late For The Sky

[@stevenally1457]

One of the best songs ever written.

[@publicdomainblaine]

Steve Nally too right, steve

[@rayokoa222]

ya think? "on the bed where we both lie, late for the sky"

[@johnvigorito4841]

Truly a classic

[@onestain2670]

Yes

[@matthewconrad5815]

Bed of nails how long

[@bobchristopher6928]

It’s September 2021 and Jackson and I are still hanging in there. Just wanted to let you know that just a few months ago this song “Late For The Sky” was placed into the Congressional Record of Important Artistic Works. Yep.

[@janet402]

This makes me so happy.

[@stargazer6753]

I read that. Fantastic and whatever awards he is given, are given a day too late. He always deserves more and more often. Bravo Mr. Jackson Browne. You deserve every bit of it.

[@brucebickenbach]

Wow!! 3 comments about this song and that's it?????????? This artist is one of the most loved and respected person in the UNIVERSE!! I love you JB ❤❤

[@davidmagen415]

Very cool. I have loved his music since the 70 s🏖️

[@debraanderson4738]

So awesome he deserves it. He’s the best singer and songwriter. I love his music so much.❤ 1:25

[@tommydewayneisaacs2739]

One of the greatest most underrated songs of all time

[@225marklin3]

Underrated by whom?

[@willd.8040]

@@225marklin3 I agree that it's underrated. Just look at lists of the top songs of this genre, and it's very often left out. Many I know hadn't heard it when I first played it for them. Maybe it's a generational thing. This was released two years before I was born, so if you were in your teens or 20's you probably know it well.

[@christakeen1391]

Absolute genius lyrics and sound

[@MsKnowgirl]

Not really…this very album, ‘Late for the Sky’ is entered into and currently resides in the ‘Library of Congress’, selected by the libraries curators and the ‘distinguished members’ of the National Recording Preservation Board. This album, named by the title song ‘Late for the Sky’ was-and is-considered an extremely important work and so it resides, in perpetuity, in with the great albums ever recorded. So, no-it’s not just our imaginations. Great song, timeless album, preserved…

[@2510katjo]

@@christakeen1391 : agree 100%.

[@lynndow3185]

Break my heart, David Lindley. Rest in Peace.

[@KittyCarlile-490]

Miss David Lindley so much

[@davidsobel3303]

always such a tasteful player on so many peoples recordings.

[@francescorabe170]

Absolute masterpiece composed when he was 25

[@stargazer6753]

For musical writers , 26 years of age for most is at their peak. This was at or near his peak in writing and for many others also. “It’s just the way it is.” This doesn’t mean that there are exceptions .

[@jeronimonoguera3061]

Perdón por la intrusión... Humildemente creo que la compuso, con tan solo 16 años... Nuevamente, perdón si me equivoco... Un saludo cordial

[@musicismagic3001]

@@jeronimonoguera3061 I think you may be thinking of These Days, another brilliant Jackson Browne song.

[@samuelmichels7756]

Whenever I get depressed on a clear night or rainy night I’ll go out for a long drive and listen to this on repeat the whole time. By time I get home I feel better Jackson Browne is the only artist who can do that for me. Been a favorite of mine since I was eighteen.

[@karenbarker3470]

Didn't Jimmy Buffet once say that sometimes an old Jackson Browne is the only thing you want to listen to.

[@JohnGaudielle-i5e]

JB's Music of Passion makes a person Proud to be a Boomer!

[@tomscotland]

This is one of the saddest, most beautifully heartfelt break-up songs ever written.

[@bgoneification]

I've been listening to this song for nearly 50 years, but when I saw Jackson Browne sing it last summer it was like the first time I ever heard it. So fabulous.

[@Mustardseed777]

Classic …take me back to better days😔

[@Grace-ht3qz]

Never gets old.

[@MrMykeeBoi]

'..You never knew what I loved in you I don't know what you loved in me. Maybe the picture of somebody you were hoping I might be...'My favourite lines. Quite, quite superb.

[@davidmagen415]

Yes quite beautiful lyrics

[@waynemoores]

Hits a little to close to home.

[@JEMMAW300]

My very favorite song...!!! & backup with Vonda Shepard !!! My Sister & I did 3 concerts in a row when she opened for him !!! Eugene, Portland & Eugene...it was just awesome...the last night it Snowed !!! Love Jackson & Vonda too...!!! Say a 🙏...❤️❤️❤️🎶🎶🐜🎸🎸🎸😎🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@lindelinden]

"You never knew what I loved in you I don't know what you loved in me Maybe the picture of somebody you were hoping I might be" goddamn

[@johnskrzypinski5728]

mardy bum says it all

[@willd.8040]

It cuts deep.

[@barbarapeacock317]

Chills everytime - I grew up in the 70's with all the inspired musicians - It's extraordinary how these songs - ( and this one in particular) not only have new meaning but grow stronger and more magnificent with each passing decade. He is a true artist and poet. He moves us deeply and that is a true gift - and the ending is pure poetry. I am thankful to live in a time of his artistry. 'Through the whispered promises and the changing light Of the bed where we both lie Late for the sky'

[@selewachm]

I'm 71. This is one of the best songs ever done.

[@jasontinmar]

I adore this song and I adore Jackson. He is one of the best singer songwriters ever. Period.

[@annmariedobbs4967]

This song 😢makes me cry every time in my 20 s n now 66yrs old does the same

[@ms.saratonin6467]

How lucky are we, to be touched by those who posess such talent, who touch our soul with their craft/collaborations… LFTS has been on heavy rotation in my life since forever…. soon to be 56

[@KittyCarlile-490]

David Lindley, RIP you are missed.Sing forever in the great skies above

[@sharicrocker5841]

I just turned 56, and this song takes me back to when love was never-ending.

[@drn8383fuse]

Everytime I hear this song, I die inside, then become reborn.

[@antoinesubitlescoups338]

Thank you for this song. It's the soundtrack of the lives of God's lonely men.

[@jannatallant-garrison7883]

I love this song. The lyrics bring up tears for me. My husband before he passed away gave me this album and said the lyrics hit home for him and for us. Beautiful music. It brings me comfort.

[@rdillon65]

Jackson has that amazing ability to reach down into your soul and give you the words to help understand the way you feel. Simply the best lyricist ever!!!

[@DrStrangelove-w9w]

The real sad thing is that nobody is writing anything anywhere near like this these days, how long have we been sleeping?

[@kingcobrajfsofficial]

Just because you don't listen to it doesn't mean it isn't out there. Listen to Julien Baker, Jason Isbell, Laura Stevenson, Phoebe Bridgers. It goes without saying that few can approach Jackson Browne's innate talent for songwriting, but there are a handful of folks who are certainly on the threshold.

[@Huy-gn1eo]

ignorant nostalgia-blinded fuckface

[@seliavale5461]

They are writing things like this, but you have to look for them.

[@terrymartin3224]

Samantha Fish, Carolyn Womderland, Blackberry Smoke, Cashbox, Even Dion is writing new songs and producing an album every year.

[@terrymartin3224]

@@Huy-gn1eo Educate the man, please don't insult him.

[@2510katjo]

Wow, beautiful smile!! It goes with such a beautiful song. I love him, always have.

[@BobMarshall1952]

Wow, David Lindley. That guy is amazing. I've heard that he can play any instrument that has strings, even if he has never played it before. That guy is a magician.

[@alyssajarvis8260]

Jackson browne is one of the best singer song writers

[@robinmontgomery4492]

OMG he was so Beautiful. I saw him at the Omni when I was 16 and fell in love with him. I’m now 62 and I am still in love with him!!!He could sing to me 24/7. I have seen him sooo many times in concert but I would love to see him again❤️❤️❤️❤️love me someJackson Browne!!!!

[@bycracky22]

RIP

[@ms.saratonin6467]

Another great One, gone too soon. Everybody loves JB (including me) but I’m happy to see your appreciation/accolades for DL

[@skovner]

Some of the greatest lyrics ever written- Now, for me some words come easy But I know that they don't mean that much Compared with the things that are said when lovers touch

[@barbarapeacock317]

yup.....that's a killer line - chills.

[@willd.8040]

This must be one of the most underrated, underappreciated songs ever written. What perfection! I still get chills when I hear it. First heard it when watching Taxi Driver, and it moved me so much, that I had to know who sang it. How long have I been sleepin?

[@thomasmartin369]

same

[@stargazer6753]

You and I are on the same page. Yes, “How Long Have I Been Sleeping?” One of the most brilliant songs ever written.

[@erinantonson2099]

Jackson Browne / such an incredible songwriter, poet, musician, artist, and humanitarian! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@arthynes3475]

You know as an old guitar player I see so much greatness these days on KZbin. Players I always wished I was. Then I see this , and it reminds me I was Spot on! We knew what great is, and we knew how to rock! Those days can never be taken from us, and as time goes on, be proud of what we did,

[@caroltallarico6334]

Art Hynes

[@bgoneification]

Amen my friend...

[@TheSimplyQua]

truthaboveagenda what a pig you are

[@ericsearcy5824]

It gives me such comfort to listen to this song and to all of Jackson’s music, because it shows me that I am not alone, and definitely at least one person in the world knows my heart and feelings. Oh my God. What a blessing this music is. Thank you Jackson, wherever you are. With utmost gratitude Eric Searcy

[@kayak0055]

7 guys in the band! All total pros. What a beautiful song

[@arthynes3475]

Brings back all of the joy and sadness of 1974 era. Our great dreams and our failures! Songs like this are not part of the culture these days. Or is it i'm just gettin' old! ...I don't think so!!

[@dgw16]

Remember this song from the movie Taxi Driver?

[@kondor2833]

я тоже помню

[@fghgui]

eu tambem!

[@jameslaskowski9542]

Exactly what scene??

[@dondavis6293]

Daniel ... Absolutely! When Travis Bickle is watching American Bandstand...

[@DrFred-rk2zq]

That's the movie that showed me this song for the first time. It's funny I have listened to Jackson browne for a couple of years but I had never heard this song. Its fantastic!

[@BetsyBleepBlop]

I love this song so much. I almost cry every time I hear "if I close my eyes and try with all my might to be the one you need." Thanks for posting this.

[@kevinnoreikis9549]

Awww, Jackson, this was great, favorite song. Thank you.

[@theresa42213]

Oh man! This song rips my heart out. l really feel for the one he wrote the song for. And for him. Oh, and his voice sounds fantastic! Textured like velvet. Wow!

[@toddhansen3131]

I believe he wrote it for his wife who committed suicide.

[@BobMarshall1952]

I was just asked to participate in a Facebook poll to list once per day my Top 10 favorite albums. "Late For The Sky" was my first choice. "For Everyman" will be coming along soon.

[@ritabrown8288]

Happy Birthday Jackson so glad you survived the pandemic wishing you many more trips around the sun and songs to be sung! LOVE this song 40+ years its one of the best you ever wrote!!!

[@jacksonbrowne-de2fu]

Hello 👋 Rita Brown How're you doing, it's been a long journey, and I'm nothing without amazing fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness, All love to you and yours ❤️

[@donwilcox728]

I just finished listening to a trifecta of greatness..... Dave Mason "We Just Disagree" Gordon Lightfoot "Sundown" Jackson Brown "Late for the Sky"

[@TheSimplyQua]

I’ve always adored this song and Jackson Browne.

[@LukeTRandall]

This album and song spans the generations. I was Born in 1990, this song speaks so strongly to me just like the older generations I’m sure. Beautiful, timeless music.

[@eugenehowerddiii1135]

The man is a National Treasure! God bless you Jackson!

[@mlmr11]

The best singer songwriter of our time bar none . Some may be more commercially successful . None can match the integrity.

[@aholdout2]

"If I close my eyes and tried with all my might to be the one you need..."

[@reginaschellhaas1395]

Saw JB in concert in the 80s. Great musician, who also knew how to work the crowd.we ran the gauntlet of reactions, from spellbound to shouting. What a wonderful experience, so blessed. All the energy you try to give away....and we received it!

[@CKNYoung]

Lindley is such a great misunderstood and unrecognized talent of his time

[@leessaaaw]

I will always love this song. I’m 28 in 2017. Time machine won’t stop.

[@jacksonbrowne-de2fu]

Hello 👋 Liss How're you doing, it's been a long journey, and I'm nothing without amazing fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness, All love to you and yours ❤️

[@kmorg123]

How much music from the early 70's, when I graduated high school, do I still listen to? Not much, maybe CSN&Y, but I'll listen to this guy until I'm on my deathbed... genius.

[@cliftongal51]

So glad to see Jackson perform one of his early songs. Like so many of them, it is about his life. He was married and his wife killed herself, leaving him with a small child. I always thought that was the subject of this song, although it could be about unahppy love in general. Still, it's a personal thing for him. Listen to his music up to and including The Pretender and you'll hear his thoughts set to thoughtful tunes. He's always been one of my faves.

[@GodInTheMachine]

for me some words come easy, but i know that they don't mean that much compared with the things that are said when lovers touch. how long have i been dreaming i could make it right if i close my eyes and try with all my might? jackson browne, describing the indescribable since he was 16

[@roxanneperdue1288]

he's a master...

[@leessaaaw]

onemorebrando amazing 💕

[@wbailey113]

No one has forgotten you! You are amazing!!

[@shaddersshadwell4941]

I’d never heard of Jackson Browne until I heard this in my favourite film, Taxi Driver. Fabulous

[@jasonodell2025]

Fin' Lindley man! Just those subtle beautiful tones placed just in the right places at just the right times.

[@JamshidFaryar]

Do you know who the others were in the band?

[@jeanharper2091]

This song could have been written for my late husband and me. It's so sad. You put my life into words. Thank you, Jackson.

[@butchblosc]

"Taxi Driver," that's where I first heard it, too. Tracked it down after that. Had to have it. Incredible.

[@theresa42213]

Every time l see this, l'm a gonner all over again.

[@pansyfaye1]

Wish I'd have known him at age 16. I adore this man / musician / poet, and always will. And those aren't just "words coming easy."

[@theresa42213]

+Katrina Curry Yep. You and me both. l admire you for coming out and saying that. l always felt that by admitting l ''idealised'' myself as wanting to be with him, it would show weakness. But REALLY? With words, and a face like that, it's to be expected. What l must remember is that he's a real person. l've just never seen or heard anybody so beautiful....ever. :)

[@Dylanfromsccal]

+theresa42213 That's because there are none. Jackson is a very singular, signature creature. They do not come along very often...that is why they are what they are.

[@tennisbumojai]

This is the band I saw at UCSB in 1975.....Wonderful. We were all young once....including the magnificent Mr. Dave. Seeing Jackson tonight...only 38 years later....no big deal.

[@barbtaylor8467]

Ma playd this song wen daddy left her . wen she died my sister playd this . l hadn't heard this in 30 years. .as I listened I didn't know wut I was hereN WEN THE VERSE HOW LONG HAVE I BN SLEEPING. IT HIT ME HARD. I HOWLD @ CRIED . I WATCHED. MA AT HER LOWEST CRAWL THRU TO THE OTHER SIDE TALL strong Proud beautiful satisfied with her self life finally at Peace . she died 5 days b4 I got released from York penitentbeautiful ank you . for ur beautiful

[@whatevershebrings]

An excellent performance of one of the finest Rock songs ever written, and an astute telling of the deep grief and self-loathing that comes at the end of a relationship. Is there any better break up song you know of?

[@lkqgirl3121]

Farther on

[@sandybrown7348]

Awesome singer and writer. My favourite of all time.

[@annmariedobbs4967]

One of the best songs. Agree the Album is Fantastic

[@Pelza20]

Love Jackson even more when David Lindley plays with him.

[@steveteare3865]

melodic magnificence!

[@VeriSheri]

What is it about this song? It runs through my head endlessly-- like my life soundtrack.

[@inatizzy2]

Just gives me chills and goosebumps! As stated,nothing can be said.Genius!

[@75andalive]

"How long have I been sleeping?....How long have I been drifting alone thru the night?"...i love this song...I was introduced 2 it in the movie"Taxi Driver" and have been obsessed with it ever since..I identify with every word!!!classic!

[@gingerbaker2843]

Me too!

[@shelaghward9621]

Oh how I loved this Album!

[@MsDelilicious]

Such a beautiful song!!

[@caroljholland]

Awesome lyrics...Jackson Browne fan since the 60's

[@jacksonbrowne-de2fu]

Hello 👋 carol How're you doing, it's been a long journey, and I'm nothing without amazing fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness, All love to you and yours ❤️

[@barbarastonick8479]

a bittersweet song , heartfelt. He has always been one of my favorite singers.

[@tilly15773]

some of these lyrics, my god, couldnt you have summed up my life any better?? One heck of a tune

[@artesaodememorias-brunotru6073]

This song is part of the soundtrack my 3 year old daughter and I listen to on our bike rides by the beach. Long live JB all the way from southern Brazil.

[@63clairep]

I've seen you so so many times....Started at 16, and 60 yo now, this is my favorite.

[@Zarkiv]

Rapper Evidence brought me here. He uses this as a sample. Before people start throwing around hate, surely it's a positive thing that it brings others to check out the artists that are being sampled and enjoy the song in full. To be honest I probably would have landed on this song out of chance due to being a fan of 'old skool' rock.

[@sandybrown7348]

Love this chap. He is awesome.

[@joeybenoit6269]

Jackson after all these years you gave so much to enlighten the common Man! All sentient beings can now salute you! Namaste.

[@alyssajarvis8260]

Such a beautiful song ! Love some jackson browne

[@dreamscaper007]

A friend introduced me to this song 20 yrs ago and it still captivates me.

[@Mr-tj6vv]

タクシードライバーの映像が脳裡に浮かびます🎉 良い曲だなぁ❤ CD買いました！日本からです🇯🇵😊

[@barbaratherat6915]

I still can't believe that David has gone: RIP

[@jwiwood]

I remember this song as a teen and playing it on my guitar. It was very intense then. Little did I understand! Now every word hits home to my soul. I am in trouble!

[@jacksonbrowne-de2fu]

Hello 👋 Annie How're you doing, it's been a long journey, and I'm nothing without amazing fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness, All love to you and yours ❤️

[@brucerulz5297]

The great song traveler sent from Jesus in the sky to soothe the souls of Everyman.

[@JimTrant-in9nk]

Jackson Browne. My all-time favorite singer-songwriter. I have always liked this song. Now I know I am "Late for the Sky." And I personally know that is true.

[@sylvandelacruz]

Dang, with Dave Lindley, too!! Wowwwz This is a lovely tune

[@joeybenoit6269]

We know what you went through Jackson and we all go through something but you kept giving us antidote after antidote and sometimes like a little child the pill with hard to swallow but you with your wisdom I've been guiding us through this mess! I think we have all the tools and our disposal! You can shed a tear for the many that are sitting in front of their darken living rooms but I think there's a lot of us who understand the situation so I think will be good this time time! And we all praying that there won't be another deluge! God bless you mr. Browne

[@scatterboo08]

Touche..Mr. Browne is a most incredible musician....but his gift of putting words to music is truly and incredibly a real work of art...Not many have this gift....and my ears are graced with hearing it.....

[@alessiobianconi4631]

Breathless.

[@nathanielmasarap5426]

Those where the days I LOVE THIS LATE FOR THE SKY

[@Theimmortalmisfit]

This song continues to inspire me as a songwriter.

[@tonypmuzic]

awesome! by far my favorite JB song. lead guitar work on the original recording is stunning.

[@marcoaureliomauro8263]

FANTASTIC!

[@carollancaster2389]

Great song & amazing lyrics! They truly touch my heart!

[@pusspleaser134]

His passion is fearce!Jackson Browne I was just a teen when I wrote these words funny it happened to me.Loving someone so hard you forgot to get your own!to be the the one you need! awsome!

[@RussianBlueCat111]

I love every song Jackson Browne ever did! His voice is perfect!!!

[@msmithrandir561]

God thank you for this video ......Takes me back to my California days......I still love Jackson's music so much so deep so meaningful

[@joneal8360]

August 2024. Who's watching with me?

[@GenevieveThornton]

Wow, well said! You understand this song completely...

[@kirkwatson1442]

Great song

[@Pawlzee]

Oh yeah! The guitar on the album is one of the best you will ever hear. It helps to bring out the absolute beauty of this amazing wordsmith.

[@cyndia6278]

I love Jacksons early style and lyrics. He is lovely and I love the rythm of his songs.

[@arthynes3475]

Oh Yea and don't forget the musicianship!!! 2nd to none!

[@danieloconnor6594]

Farewell David lindley one of the greatest musicians of modern music. A true virtuoso.