James Taylor - Copperline (from Squibnocket)

[@lewisanderson9104]

So many of my friends used to make fun of me ....a black man in love with JT's music. To me music has no color. Good is Good Talent is Talent Continue to Shower the People James

[@CarlMCole]

Yeah, music definitely has no color. As a white kid growing up in the Sixties I was a huge fan of Diana Ross (and still am), and I also got made fun of !

[@johns8594]

I’m in my 40s, saw Chicago & Earth Wind & Fire, music has no bounds, live your best life

[@Theresistance64]

I'm a black man who grew up with 70s rock and roll. I listen to ALL music, including country. If I like it, i listen to it. I apologize to NOBODY.

[@sebunteensuki]

As an asian woman born in the 90s in southeast asia, music knows no color, race nor age. Love him so much.

[@polly_sigh]

Lewis...love your comment. I totally agree. When it comes to music, good is good! When Duke Ellington was asked what kind of music he liked..he said "I like GOOD Music". Amen, Brother! Music, to me, is the art form that expresses the best of us humans and can reach people in a way that touches our souls and connects all of us to each other.

[@colinrichard7318]

The world needs more James Taylors. But I'm so glad we have at least one.

[@anthonyroberts357]

I still play Old country like this,patsycliine, Glen Campbell

[@paulrosebush9137]

Hear! Hear!

[@BBPalmer420]

I’m a disciple of JT.. though I’m more a country singer, James taught me how to write my more introspective songs.. check out B.B. Palmer Outrosong, it’s a song that was inspired by Copperline, only it’s about where I grew up on Mobile Bay AL

[@heyodi3092]

My dad passed away this morning and this was his favorite song❤ He was the best.

[@stumclellan5988]

Gentle wishes to you, in memory of your Dad.

[@heyodi3092]

@@stumclellan5988 Thank you💛

[@ggaggagga4]

I'm sorry for your loss. May his memory always be a blessing.

[@heyodi3092]

@@ggaggagga4 Thank you❤️

[@princeekeson12]

I'm not ashamed to admit that this song gets me teary-eyed. The reminiscing lyrics, James' voice, and everything else makes me FEEL it.

[@lewisanderson9104]

Walking Man is my tear jerker. Sounds like he is singing about me!!

[@samanthakim5035]

James Taylor's music is my hidden place when the world is in chaos.

[@lewisanderson9104]

Mine Too!!!!

[@maralynfarber2068]

ME TOO❤️🎶

[@leec5170]

♥️

[@lewisanderson9104]

Mine Too...or before I sing and I want to practice my harmony

[@ALEX-fl3sn]

For me too

[@RobertWilliams-xs8el]

First kiss, ever I took, like a page from a romance book, the sky opened and the earth shook, down on copperline. I didn’t grow up in Carolina, but this lands. I love this man and this song.

[@robertoliver166]

For some reason James music touches ones heart in a unique way❤️🙏🏻

[@DouglasBellis]

There is and always will be only one James Taylor- never to be eclipsed in this world.

[@toninycQ]

James Taylor is like a warm cup of cocoa, like a good conversation with a good friend 😊

[@Ridi-zy2mt]

No racism meant but it’s great to see people who are black that still listens to this kind of music. Warms my heart (no pun intended) cocoa 😉

[@billyakin3301]

Exactly.

[@michaelelliott1212]

JT = an old friend.

[@TheRozberry]

Amen! Or a hot cup of tea and a warm blanket 😊

[@TheRozberry]

As an African American woman James Taylor’s music truly is soulful

[@kathycourtney7958]

No matter what kind of day I’m having, I can take a drive on these North Carolina back roads, turn up James Taylor’s greatest hits, and everything just feels better.

[@PhilipCarter-xl9px]

Nothing better! Windows down. Old tobacco barns and past weathered family plots. Winding roads and cotton candy sunsets. A little JT on the box!! Man!! That’s good stuff!!

[@kathycourtney7958]

@@PhilipCarter-xl9px Yes!

[@marvinhorner5255]

The voice in the tapestries of our luves

[@judiroth7855]

Why does James always - always - make me feel better? I can’t imagine my life without his beautiful words and music. He has always been there during the highs and during the lows. I remember clearly where I stood when I first heard this song. JT, you are vety special to me.

[@jshelledy1]

Judi Roth, could not agree more. Can't imagine my life without James and Jackson Browne.

[@susanpanther6731]

I’ve been in a James Taylor and Carole King mood for a while. How could you not feel good after listening to this music?

[@Samantha-vlly]

Agree and the same. His songs are very special to me.

[@darioschaeffer5513]

Cheers 🍻 to J.T.

[@lewisanderson9104]

I agree. I played the grooves off of "used to be her town" after my break up with my first love. He was singing my life.

[@arhuxtable]

Happy 76th birthday James Vernon Taylor,March 12,2024.

[@orlandoescoe2330]

Im a black man and i must say i love the sweet sounds of James Taylor.

[@schell1750]

No racial borders when it comes to good music like James'! Everyone welcome - brings us all together!

[@katiescarlett1253]

James your music has gotten me through rough times for 50 years. ❤ ycan make me happy, sad, soulful. You are a very special human being. Thanks for being there 🎉

[@Samantha-vlly]

JT's music makes me feel like life is beautiful.

[@andygullion5182]

After reading all the comments- I can’t say anything better. The love and respect for James really shows through.

[@chrisyasus8912]

Class of 83... family since 43 85 89 & 92

[@nocheteipsum]

Whenever I need to lower my blood pressure I listen to this song.

[@kerimalpaltuncu97]

whenever i need to lift up a heavyweight I listen to this song

[@ericheisler1568]

One of my favorites by James very talented songwriter and musician

[@ednalherault3130]

James Taylor's songs all make me feel as if I am snuggled up in a warm quilt in front of a warm fire in the fireplace with a fine glass of wine, mellow and cozy.

[@lewisanderson9104]

Well said!

[@that90sguy30]

Holidays in the front room with my mom and dad. Just pure love.

[@kylesalut9725]

I miss my dad, he used to sing JT;s songs specially this one, one of his favorite.

[@williamwood1040]

Im 60 years old.James Taylor has been part of my life since the mid 70s,ive seen him in concert at least a dozen times ,each time is special and im always struck with the reality that im in the presence of greatness,he is unique and there will never be another that will even come close ,he is no doubt a national treasure and i trully love JT

[@jeffirish3199]

I love him so much. I could not imagine this world without his wonderfull music. Mr. Taylor was in Indianapolis in '78 or '79 at Market Square Arena, entertaining us with Kim Karnes as the opening artist. What a great time!

[@michaellawrence6696]

Younger folks need to embrace his soothing music and voice. Might help them realize what good music is.

[@carlrosendorf5210]

He is magic✌🌻🎸

[@jamesmcgrory6391]

As a pretty accomplished guitar player… he makes it look so simple and easy… I promise it isn’t. The reason he does that for a living and I’m a doctor and amateur musician. He was touched by God and made to be a gift to the rest of us weary souls trying to catch a break

[@Sophia-wu9bn]

James Taylor’s kinds of music are like nature, relaxing and peaceful🌿

[@scbcgravitywars1770]

What a voice.

[@uneedtherapy42]

James this world is a better place b/c you exist in it...

[@jeremysmith54565]

Has been classed as having an INFP personality not many of us, but I am one of those people been shown before haha, it's interesting for the sort of personality types I think though don't live by it there's things I agree with and don't but yeah it's really interesting :)

[@jeremysmith54565]

This sort of explains it all kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4nPqISveZeKjLM love peoples differences myself find them remarkably interesting!

[@MikeB-dq2yo]

For sure...

[@jshelledy1]

Through the good and the bad, Mr Taylor has always been there.

[@larciabella]

my first album........JamesTaylor .1970.

[@MST3Kfan1]

This is my favorite JT song ever. Such amazing story he’s telling. Whole TV series can’t pack this much detail in. When he changed the line to “only living til the end of the week” adds another layer to it. Thank you, James, for this masterpiece!

[@leathification]

I danced with my 2 year old son to this song in the early 90s. We will always remember and love this song.

[@SuperCarver2011]

James Taylor is is like fine old vintage wine..he gets better and better with age. His voice at this age has survived the test of time..mellow , with a smooth taste to my musical soul with his picking style on his Olsen guitar, he is an American musical icon and legend.

[@lisaknell6018]

Yes, and I'm really thankful we still have James Taylor. Listened to him as a kid and appreciate him even more as an adult.

[@schell1750]

A guy who succumb to temptations in his earlier days by biting into the apple is now very comfortable in his own skin and it's apparent by the smile on his face when he sings. God bless this man James Taylor and his gift of music to the world!

[@kathleenhendrickson2448]

this must be the prettiest song i have ever heard, James' voice just soothes meso..

[@willritter4076]

I'd be honored if some fans of JT's later compositions (late 80s & onward) would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of NEVER DIE YOUNG and FROZEN MAN on my channel in tribute to the master. Live acoustic with no digital editing. Thanks and peace.

[@unicornmadness6286]

Into the mystic You're welcome.

[@cdiacovelli]

I saw him do this live in Philly. It was after that I realized I could leave this world and may never hear something as perfect.

[@duncoyaomean6687]

Even the old folks never knew Why they call it like they do I was wondering since the age of two Down on Copperline Copper head, copper beech Copper kettles sitting side by each Copper coil, cup o'Georgia peach Down on Copperline Half a mile down to Morgan Creek Leaning heavy on the end of the week Hercules and a hog-nosed snake Down on Copperline We were down on Copperline One Summer night on the Copperline Slip away past supper time Wood smoke and moonshine Down on Copperline One time I saw my daddy dance Watched him moving like a man in a trance He bought it back from the war in France Down onto Copperline Branch water and tomato wine Creosote and turpentine Sour mash and new moon shine Down on Copperline Down on Copperline First kiss ever I took Like a page from a romance book The sky opened and the earth shook Down on Copperline Down on Copperline, yeah Took a fall from a windy height I only knew how to hold on tight And pray for love enough to last all night Down on Copperline Day breaks and the boy wakes up And the dog barks and the birds sings And the sap rises and the angels sigh, yeah I tried to go back, as if I could All spec house and plywood Tore up and tore up good Down on Copperline It doesn't come as a surprise to me It doesn't touch my memory Man, I'm lifting up and rising free Down on Copperline Half a mile down to Morgan Creek I'm only living for the end of the week Hercules and a hog-nosed snake Down on Copperline, yeah Take me down on Copperline Oh, down on Copperline Lay me down on Copperline Source: Musixmatch Songwriters: Taylor James V / Price R

[@peterzang]

Perfect song. Great melody, smart lyrics. James always play to his strengths. Never sounds like he’s trying too hard

[@mutualbeard]

James Taylor's gentle lyrics give humanity to turmoil of our daily struggles.

[@pschroeter1]

Possibly my favorite. It has such a lovely dreamy quality to it.

[@maralynfarber2068]

Yes!

[@calihiker7980]

James Taylor is pure gold with his music. Can literally listen to his albums without skipping one song.

[@PandoraTheOriginal]

His voice is like apple butter. Sweet and smooth.

[@FredDestinyMusic]

ONE OF THE BEST SONGS OF ALL TIME! THIS BRINGS BACK MEMORIES OF MY FATHER ... HE WOULD PLAY THIS SONG IN THE LIVING ROOM ON SATURDAYS. RIP DADDY!

[@SaintD382]

It takes special talent to make a live performance sound this good.

[@lelandro42]

"the first kiss ever I took tore a page from a romance book..." what a line!

[@markdavis8430]

James Taylor you ease my mind every time a put your music on Thanks 🙏 ✌️

[@squirrelattackspidy]

What a voice god blessed this man with.

[@vivianleos6736]

Great music from James Taylor always. I love his music 🎶

[@kylewilson1011]

im black and 15 i love this song. People need to take the time of there day and put all these phones down quit all the violence against police officers and go back to simpler times. Back when you got milk in glass jars delivered to you on your porch and having jobs at 12 or 13 years old. Gosh i wish i could have lived those times

[@Brennen067]

I completely agree with you @Karl Wilson

[@xxxAnaconda69]

if only all 15 year olds thought like you did! James Taylor is amazing! check out all his music it's great!

[@commodoor646]

Nice sentiment, but life is infinitely more complex than nostalgia would have us to believe. And solutions generally come in the form of innovation, progress, and two-way cooperation rather than recoiling back to a time that probably wasn't particularly utopian for a great many people in our society. Still JB is a national treasure and I'm glad you're able to appreciate his genius.

[@jaysparc]

You sound like someone who has their head on straight!

[@paulforsell5197]

Karl Wilson fuc the police

[@cyndia6278]

This is my favorite song by him. He has such a nice voice it relaxes my body and mind.

[@fernecallaghan9855]

2:05 "First kiss ever I took, tore a page from a romance book.." such a lovely line

[@bobkovacs2233]

I like the following line, too: "The sky opened and the earth shook." Great imagery!

[@fernecallaghan9855]

Bob Kovacs It's so great.. the opening acousitc guitar that james plays makes my heart skip a beat

[@dronacharya67]

Ferne Callaghan Those two lines are near perfection in a song filled with beautiful lyrics, but I miss the tear-inducing fiddle that follows the delivery of these lines on the studio version - it's maybe the one thing missing on this TV special session.

[@mariar.osornio1349]

Bob Kovacs You can almost feel love hitting you, no?

[@symontemplar1418]

dronacharya67 It's not the same without violin

[@alone15151]

I remember when this album first came out. I bought it on cassette without hearing any of it. I just knew if James put it out it would be good. I popped it in the player while I was cleaning the house. This song came on and I smiled to myself...oh James, you did it again ♡

[@georgederekferguson8763]

seen him in uk twice at manchester. simply great.

[@davidhardwick3816]

Damn right!!!

[@patrickward8144]

f ever there was a case of a person ageing like the finest wine, JT is it!!!!! Stunning!!!!!

[@kevinkilduff2064]

A gem sung by a gift to music.

[@bearman000ify]

His music makes life worth living!

[@CMFKILFEATHER]

How an admittedly troubled guy had the ability to relay such tranquility through his gift is proof of a higher power

[@wolftruong2413]

Or it could just be a mark of great musicianship...

[@willritter4076]

somehow James always kept the trouble out of his voice... I'd be honored if some JT fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of NEVER DIE YOUNG and FROZEN MAN on my YT channel in tribute to 2 of the master's great compositions from the late 80s period. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.

[@stephenlaviola2204]

This is what I think God sounds like

[@jaketaylor7316]

It's hard to pick a favorite James Taylor song, but this is up there in my top 5 for sure. So cool to see Don Grolnick playing piano on this too! James had the best session musicians on his recordings

[@danstune]

James is a gift to humanity! I love his voice, guitar technique, lyrics and kind spirit! Thank you from a fan.

[@Doopersteen]

❤️✊❤️✊ just saw your show last night with Jackson Browne at PNC with my parents. One of the best shows I’ve ever been to. Both were amazing. Hearing you play this song live was incredible. Thank you James!!!! A truly amazing all time songwriter. Made our summer up here in NJ! We love James Taylor

[@RichardSturtevant]

One of my favorites.

[@wesleyadcock3928]

During a stressful day, something always brings me to this song. The melody seems to calm me down and helps me remember a time when life was simple.

[@benb1338]

I use it as my alarm to wake up each morning for the same reason 😊

[@sappertim1]

You've just got to love this guy's music. I'll never tire of listening to his songs/music.

[@michaeld3138]

I think we all long for a simpler time

[@jacobtroeger]

Putting this here so I can come back to it in a couple months!

[@marlowedanganan5330]

Am 58 now....Neil is our hero when music was so funk up during the 80s....Neil " Comes a Time " with " Four Strong Winds" and gave us " Peace of Mind " and brought us to the " Human Highway" with " Pocahontas " and we " Sail Away " and ride with " Motorcycle Mama"....luv ya, Neil.....our hero and our " Star of Bethlehem"......

[@mutualbeard]

A modern American balladeer that gives hope to the great American experiment and to the rest of the world.

[@billslater55]

It's truly a Holy Moment. Thanks, James Taylor for this timeless classic and a great performance. God Bless!

[@FaissalVeenhuizen]

Day breaks and the boy wakes up And the dog barks and the birds sings And the sap rises and the angels sigh, yeah Amazing lyrics

[@adamf5541]

Brings me to tears in all the right ways. Thanks James

[@rosieyoung3943]

I absolutely love this man, his music is simple & Calming❤️❤️❤️

[@Angga01019]

what an amazing song.. i'm a metalhead but i really love this song

[@triciak.bowers3569]

Never worry about where a piece of music comes from; if it moves you, then that's all the reason you need to like it, and for it to exist :-)

[@markberry3427]

This song more than any reminds me of my dad who passed away. It doesn't matter what's going on, when this comes on i'm in a different place. It ends with tears but nothing but love for this. It helps connect me to him.

[@lewisanderson9104]

James will do that to you Mark. Mine is "Walking "Man. I swear he looked into my life and wrote that song

[@bigamigo4863]

When I was a little kid(late 80's early 90's) for whatever reason...assuming I heard this song on the radio...I sung the words "down on copperline" incessantly. It was some of the first words I ever spoke. This song has been on all my Playlists throughout my 37 years on this earth.

[@johnmaer]

Is it okay for an old white man to cry when he hears Taylor sing a song like this? Just emotionally touching....

[@brandonkeaton5571]

I love this song, but man... the first 20 seconds takes me back to my teenage years in the early 90s. What a beautiful memory, thanks James. Oh yeah, and I love this version of the song! :)

[@lenwoods4433]

This guy is a national treasure.

[@amymarieguarino3152]

This man soothes my soul.

[@deksea]

incredible musical craft happening here by each and every member of this group. James knows how to pick them, and it really shows. The refinement of this performance is stunning.

[@g.r.7562]

Right on. Jame's has always surrounded himself with very tasteful musicians.

[@maralynfarber2068]

Well said!

[@kathywhite150]

Thank you for the smooth mellow relaxing tone of your voice! We are truly blessed to have you in the world especially during this tumultuous time💕

[@crom1701]

I don't know why but this song makes me want to drop everything, get in the car and go. Just be anywhere but here.

[@mattanderson861]

Beautiful

[@unclesl6767]

I'm 2 years old and I like James​ Taylor

[@guavajellyjam]

Happy 76 candles JT! ♥️🎂

[@denisehedden13]

🥀Beautiful Song amazing lyrics, vocals and music it's Amazing🥀✌🥀

[@selinaray6376]

James Taylor on 8 Tract. Oh yeah ! No more perfect! Thank you James. Still fully relevant today. Singer Songwriter 💙

[@SieraTheChosenOne]

Love all his songs!

[@SuperCarver2011]

These are beautiful lyrics James..one of my favorite songs. Reminiscing about the way things were before. You can revisit the same place many years later but things keep always changing..you can go back there but you really can't go back in time...."i tried to go back as if I could..all spec'ed house and plywood..".take me down on Copperline.."

[@kirkwatson1442]

You ride that raft...on the mighty colorado,sweet baby...james❤

[@josematas6278]

James Taylor, siempre tan sensible, tan grande, tanta aportación a este mundo. Gracias James.

[@AllSven]

Man I LOVE this song. Wow. So great.

[@5lubes]

Saw him sing this song last night in Sioux Falls. Sounds just as good!!

[@humblejoy3564]

happy father's day, Dad. you had good taste in music growing up! love, your daughter ❤️

[@lowellirish]

28x in concert, 40 years...can anyone else beat that? Be HONEST!🤔

[@edosantonisings]

Never gets tired. Forever grateful and in love with your music

[@wndw2000]

No one's music makes me cry like James Taylor. His music is has so much feeling in them. I like music today, but so little, if anything, new seems to have any feeling or emotion. It's like the souls of the songs released today just don't have the same depth

[@ryanveyr9195]

this makes me cry to :) or :( ? love this song and his voice

[@MarilynMilanoMusic]

OMG I could not agree more. Feel exactly the same.,

[@bodanlunny1323]

What an awesome performance

[@Kris-cl5nl]

Reminds me of childhood when my mom bought this album … long summer nights dancin around to this, not understanding the lyrics 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@anelladambrosio2513]

Bellissima performance per una voce molto bella!😊🤗😍😘🎶🎸🎶💘💓💋💯🌅

[@1776revwar]

My favorite JT song, beyond a doubt.

[@sazji]

This song…it kinda rips my soul. I had several “Copperlines” as a kid in the midwest, wonderful places in nature, where I felt out of the reach of everything and everyone, and where I would spend hours at a time. A ravine full of elms, with a creek and a pond at the bottom; a patch of forest way out beyond the cornfields, the farthest I’d ventured from the house alone when I first found it; a magical clearing in the forest full of sumac and long grass like a carpet, even the marshes in the huge field across from our house. I would sometimes show them to people but most didn’t really seem to get it. All of them gone, demolished, built up today, not a trace of those places left. It’s true that they remain in my memory, but they’re not untouched - they’re forever infused with the knowledge that I was one of the last people who ever knew them, loved them, experienced them, and cared about them. But even if they did exist today, could I really ever go back? Part of the beauty was my own innocence, my freedom from worries about rent, politics, wars… If our society has given us amazing connectedness and technology, it’s also taken away much of our ability and opportunity to leave it all behind and just be one with a place. More than anything else, the thing I miss most from childhood is that ability to see everything with wonder, as if it’s always fresh and new.

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Can I cry

[@jamesstewart8377]

You have to have a connection to the musical gods to come up with a melody like this.