James Taylor Performs 'Shower The People'

Friend of the show James Taylor sticks around for one more song at the Ed Sullivan Theater, blessing us with one of his most beloved tracks.
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[@dulynoted2427]

A living legend. Not enough of Taylor in the world.

[@theknappster5846]

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[@charlottebrown3692]

Truly

[@joeshipley666]

❤️

[@RCaIabraro]

He has such a sweet, gentle demeanor. There's nobody like him and there never will be.

[@andreacollins3204]

I’m in tears. I had a rough childhood with my parents but this was the man they would put on when times were good and I just can’t ever thank him enough for easing my soul. ❤️❤️❤️🇮🇪

[@Kate9377]

sending love to you - I also had struggles in my childhood - but learned to look for joy as I grew- our past may launch us but does NOT define us! xoxo

[@andreacollins3204]

Kate T unfortunately my trauma continues in my present ❤️❤️

[@AliSkarsgard]

He is good for the soul ❤️

[@crucialblue]

I had a copy of Greatest Hits I stole from my father when I was ~10 years old. Got me through the worst times in my childhood, and I tear up to this day. Him and I still bond over this fantastic album every once in a great while.

[@susisiebert5942]

sending love......

[@bernlin2000]

His guitar is like a river straight to the soul

[@vincentkrommenhoek7431]

James Taylor sure knows how to make great songs. A true artist...

[@darrellmarklinger6746]

WOW. And judging by the comments below, I wasn't the ONLY one who cried through this! I'm 70 now, and I've been a huge JT fan for about 50 years....a superb songwriter and singer. {And YES, that was Will Lee on bass, from the "World's Most Dangerous Band!"}.

[@Wizardofgosz]

He knows that theater quite well. I wonder why Jimmy Johnson wasn't playing.

[@suzangiordano1423]

I raised my daughter on the music of James Taylor. Since birth her youngest child has found his music soothing and we share that love in a special bond.

[@johnriesinger]

Do you ever just want to say thank you. This is the music of my youth. Back when James and Carly lived on the island. Good people both.

[@marionbarker8547]

I danced with my son to this song at his wedding. The lyrics say it all. One of my favorite JT songs.

[@garyperkovac1002]

JAMES TAYLOR leads on "Shower The People" with this group on The Late Show in 2019. He comes back to the Late Show in 2022 with the same song. This time another group supports the music. And what do you know... the same heartfelt magic. This song is sooo needed in these crazy times... as it was many years ago when he first sang it.

[@nicprs5109]

So true.

[@laughingoutloud5742]

There's a voice full of memories and Truth. 😍

[@msteaguer1908]

I adore James Taylor's voice and music!

[@teressaginthe303]

Ditto

[@daveloboda1769]

Loved his music 50 years ago and love it now. Pure genius.

[@friedbergje]

In tears, thank you sweet baby James!

[@fiercefacts7191]

On his 1976 album... 43 years later and we still haven't learned the value of this message at heart level. 😇❤🙏❤😇❤🙏❤😇

[@Nan-59]

Fierce Facts Never will, on this earth, that is.

[@heatherilse4510]

Truth and greatness. Thank you for spreading the love all these years, James!

[@alastairclunie7232]

Listing to this as I nurse my elderly bed bound mother who is battling advanced vascular dementia. Breaking my heart 💔

[@josanneelisenassr]

Honestly! Who else at his age can hit those high notes? Health, happiness and living right kept this man honest. Love, love, love you James! You can sing to me any time.

[@peterjones4621]

James still looks and sounds great. I pray to the lord that he stays with us for many many more years. Love you James.

[@rmontoya90066]

Musical genius! His music is timeless, and healing, James Taylor you #ROCK..♥️🎸♥️

[@banba317]

Incomparable yet humble; so rare.

[@asandiegoguy]

Still sounds great

[@myracurilan]

... And this ladies and gentlemen... that is MUSIC..... ❤️💖💘

[@aandwdabest]

2:40-3:00 incredible moment of musical artistry. Simple yet timeless.

[@boograce6591]

I have been in love with handsome James since the 70’s from my ex-husband’s Chapel Hill UNC days. I have everything he has ever done His music has seen me through all my good times and rough times. He is eternal xxoooooo

[@israelsoffspring]

God bless you James.. Thank you for your beautiful music

[@AliSkarsgard]

Amazing ! This man is my every childhood memory and in turn I raised my children to his songs. #jamestaylor you are amazing and it is my biggest dream to see you live ❤️

[@bringmeknitting844]

Finally got to see this wonderful guy live in Leeds, UK last year... had me in bits. Just magic.

[@thefloorhasgone]

James Taylor still has it. beautiful!

[@BetterqQoL]

No one will ever be able to Achieve, Accomplish and Enjoy such Incredible Musical Talents. Add in his Heartwarming “Tales and Stories”, and we can’t ever forget Just how Real and Remarkable He Is Down to Earth with His infectious smile

[@fakerating]

I saw his show in Las Vegas tonight... if you're there during James' show, don't miss it...

[@denisedobrowolski9732]

James is still the best! Was fortunate enough to see him in concert a few years ago. Absolutely lovely!

[@peterseeley1815]

I agree with you I saw him in concert in Norfolk Virginia summer of 1977

[@tinysteelorchestra]

That luscious JT guitar style has only gotten sweeter with age. Beautiful. It might be a world-class Olsen guitar he's playing, but I bet not many make it sound THAT good. A true master of his craft.

[@patriciaflanagan6962]

absolutely adore him and his beautiful, gorgeous music.

[@connybartels2207]

Love James Taylor. Great performer and songwriter!❤️

[@jimdauner4077]

Have seen him in large and small concert venues…..alone and with Carole king…a true gentleman who takes the time to greet his audiences during intermission. Amazing talent and no ego…..

[@judithhand4987]

Abundant emotions, choruses added to words that always inspire thought and more thought. Then I glance up and see that smile...thank you, James!

[@nicprs5109]

Just incredibly gorgeous. Been listening to this tune forever.

[@peterseeley1815]

One very resilient performer.I saw him in concert many times from 1977-1980

[@StopSelfDoubting]

This song has always teared me up since I was a kid. JT is so amazing and so underrated. Thank you mom for introducing me to this incredible legend. RIP

[@dennisoconnor4767]

I'm a seventy one year old life long musician. I find so much more quality in the works of musicians who have lived. We will only be around for a short time. I can only hope that the young will listen. There is value here.

[@laughingoutloud5742]

My favourite will always be Fire & Rain

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Tears each time i hear this Peace ✌️ 2024

[@williamcolella791]

The emotional array of vocals accompanying Sweet Baby James is powerful!

[@nicolasocampo9953]

gets me everytime. when JT sings, always brings tears to my eyes. EVERYTIME.

[@teressaginthe303]

Brilliant. As a songwriter, he's an icon and an inspiration to me.

[@sherihart7154]

Class act. Respect to you J.T.

[@dorothycogswell3467]

All time favorite james taylor. Can't get enough. Beautiful

[@Booboonancy]

This sweet man always chokes me up.

[@alberttabligan4273]

My dad introduce James Taylor when I started to playing music now I am 18 most of my colleagues will find it boring but for me this is my go to drive song

[@RCaIabraro]

I was hoping he would never get old.

[@russt44]

Beautiful vocal. And nice seeing you sing, Wing Commander

[@jazzfan7491]

This album also had a great duet with Stevie Wonder... “Don’t Be Sad Cause Your Sun is Down”

[@coldwinter5710]

Thank God James' father came & rescued him from & terrible situation & James found some serious strength to get past his demons. He has honored us with his talents & the world is a better place for him having been here.

[@scottharker5394]

Don't forget the fabulous "Blue Lou" Lou Marini on backing vocals (far left).

[@wiffleone]

Thought that was Gerald mcrainey

[@TheCMac518]

my first concert in 70 (or 71). my mom went to the local stationary store to buy tickets for us..... JT, Carole King and Jo Mama. In Anaheim, Calif.

[@yashiAR]

Heart wrenching and beautiful

[@belayeusha176]

Amazing 👏 grew up listening to his songs. Keep it up james 💖

[@vailima49aston99]

The best night of my life was watching James live here in Auckland New Zealand 🇳🇿 with the most beautiful woman in the world who got us the tickets my wife ❤️ thanks babe love you always

[@karinturkington2455]

Gorgeous.song.. I love it.

[@hardchaps]

It's one of my feel-good-songs that I always play in my car. 😀

[@jefolson6989]

Also in tears! Our world needs James Taylor, NOW, more than ever before. If we all listened to this once a day, we would be be kinder, and the world would change. Its essential that we fill our hearts with whatever is beautiful (JT) and we must LAUGH. (Colbert). Its simple- but individually and as a country- we become what we think about. Whats been on YOUR mind lately?

[@Stehako]

Legend.

[@bcb7911]

love this forever

[@ThePhiloaussie08]

Such great talent James Taylor. Thanks for sharing such a great song. Regards P

[@adrianazunino7131]

Yes my love I Will show!💖

[@ali90211]

Makes me cry

[@wilkiecoco]

Great song for 2020

[@oscarguerrerorodriguez9689]

Joining in the drumms by a GREAT MUSICIAN FROM MEXICO. Mr. Antonio Sanchez

[@andersonribeiro2289]

Essa música marcou o melhor momento da minha vida

[@theknappster5846]

The real version is... "Shower theeeeee people you love. With love... Show them theeeeeee way that you feeeeel

[@jennifergiocomo9471]

Just the very best♥

[@vitroladoluis]

This song made me cry... Simply That ! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@2thePtBassTuT]

Legendary!

[@Fillbert5012]

This Gentle show man is in the TOP Ranks of music.

[@cerveza2297]

Lyrics of our life. Love you JT😍

[@derekholland3328]

treasure to humanity!

[@sunnysideup9078]

He could’ve been in world tour now if no pandemic. I’m in 40s right now and I bought an album of him when I was in college and discovered this song and the rest of his best hits.

[@Stehako]

0 dislikes. How it should be.

[@hardlines4]

And the ones that hit dislike need their hearing checked!!!

[@lisafox1001]

I love you JT!!!

[@debbiemuskett-osborne3062]

My heart.

[@markfreeman6421]

Sweet Lou now a vocalist! Just like when he was in Blood, Sweat & Tears.

[@fairterr]

and with The Blues Brothers

[@ScrantonTed]

He and Waddy still look the same

[@rei9462]

goosebumps

[@Son-of-Thunder]

I’m sorry. I just cannot fathom it. How can our world simultaneously hold the bottomless evil of Putin - and, at the same time, produce the transcendent beauty of James Taylor?

[@Cindy-qu3gc]

Blue Lou singing backup! Cool! 😊

[@natashawall8131]

Preserve him always! Please!

[@livrarianaama470]

Sensacional!!!!! 🇧🇷

[@chloenkitty]

Goosebumps

[@rexfordruiz3265]

He had aged but not his austanding voice.Song that touched hearts 💟🌤

[@zitabishop7284]

Oh yes,,a legend for sure.

[@TheCMac518]

in later concerts he would have a reel-to-reel on stage and play along with that. no musicians ,,,just he and recorder as background.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Jt is such a treasure

[@jenniemalloy7402]

♡

[@jimwatson412]

❤

[@p.s.womack6734]

I got to see JT in OKC 20+,yrs ago,I had breast biopsy, doctors told me to go home and rest, No way I got JT tickets, tucked an ice bag under my arm and saw JT with my son.

[@Gennys]

I am shocked how many people were not even acknowledging that James was playing a joke on the host with his hair

[@maxpaddy100]

Be a whole lot less trouble in the world if JT was in charge, I’m telling you that !

[@andreamiller6200]

Could that be James's wife Kim on backup vocals? This old favorite sounds fresh all over again.

[@marioct130]

The background singers!

[@SkylaneGuy]

Was that Will Lee on bass?

[@marthamagee2055]

Yep. That’s Will. ✌️

[@marthamagee2055]

Yep. That’s Will. ✌️

[@marthamagee2055]

Yep. That’s Will. ✌️

[@marthamagee2055]

Yep. That’s Will. ✌️

[@shaffran]

Too bad they didn't acknowledge his return to the Ed Sullivan Theater stage.