James Taylor The Water Is Wide

James Taylor The Water Is Wide

[@boston905]

Absolutely! His backup singers have been with him forever. They speak so highly of him & the joy of contributing to his music. I saw him in concert once in Houston and as I was driving home, I passed his tour bus on IH45. The blinds on the bus were up and he and his mates were eating cake. He had announced that night that it was Arnold's birthday. I honked my horn and James looked out the window, smiled & waved! I tell you, I was over the moon. Never will forget it.

[@dougtatom]

Can I give this a three thumbs up👍👍👍 may God bless and keep you James. Thank you for all your music through the years ‼️‼️‼️

[@davebusby5904]

This song brings me to tears because it reminds my heart of the great love I have had with my bride these past 39 years. Despite everything life brings us, as long as we can "row together", I could not be more in love. My cup truly runs over.

[@robingagan6288]

That's nice but I read that this song is about love dying

[@davebusby5904]

@@robingagan6288 It's been 40 years now. I'm still in love with an incredible woman, Robin. I hope you can experience a similar love.

[@josephstenhouse2793]

Thank you Dave. Very touching.

[@cliffleon46]

@@robingagan6288 "The early imagery of the lyrics describes the challenges of love: "Love is handsome, love is kind" during the novel honeymoon phase of any relationship. However, as time progresses, "love grows old, and waxes cold." Even true love, the lyrics say, can "fade away like morning dew."" But have changed over time: "The water is wide, I cannot get o'er Neither have I wings to fly Give me a boat that can carry two And both shall cross my true love and I. "

[@TheSean7564]

Dave, I am sure I do not have to tell you how blessed you are. Thank you for sharing and spreading hope. May the Good Lord continue to Bless you and your wife. God Bless, Sean

[@bernardbarry4258]

I saw him do this in Dublin. The whole audience sang it with him in full voice. Wonderful!!!

[@lauriemasters5596]

I would have loved to have been there.

[@asandl]

I would have loved to have seen it on video! So cool that the entire audience knows the song!

[@vivienlee610]

That must have been amazing.

[@johnfrawley7020]

James Taylor is one of the most genuine and talented vocalists/musicians/songwriters to grace our stage in modern times. He's the real deal.

[@willritter4076]

I'd be honored if some fans of James Taylor's later compositions (late 80s & onward) would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of NEVER DIE YOUNG and THE FROZEN MAN on my channel. Real live acoustic with no editing. Thanks and please excuse the promo.

[@msmithrandir561]

Yes he is

[@miketesmer564]

I never knew the history behind this song. I of course first heard it by James Taylor. It has very old roots and recorded by hundreds of people changing the name and lyrics. Mostly because the composer is unknown. However, any song that James Taylor does is beautiful.

[@witnoeye]

ha FALSE he is not

[@irisgujer1346]

I love this song so much. My darling sang it to me on New year Eve. All the way from Philippines. I love him so much. Thanks Sweetness.😘💕

[@lesleyburton9999]

The love I have for my dog will never grow old or cold. I am blessed to have my golden retriever Ted with me for as long as we, God willing, are together.

[@user-we6zr4nk8k]

My good friend learned this beautiful song to sing in memory of my very lovely Scottish husband ❤

[@boston905]

One of the most beautiful renditions of this old traditional ballad EVER. No one comes close to that voice.

[@kathycaldwell7126]

Karla Bonoff comes close, but no one is James Taylor. He’s in a league of his own.

[@8140100]

The song appears to tell of the progression of love from something that is yearned for and fought for, into something that grows deep and lasting and finally fading away as the morning dew into memories past. Which seems to be the progression of life. Beautiful song.

[@jennymacallan9071]

Much respect to James Taylor for using the proper phrasing and pronunciation in this beautiful traditional ballad. Greetings from Carolina.🙂

[@deianhopkin]

The great strength of James Taylor's singing, especially in ballads like this, is the calm, undemonstrative tonality; he sings with a controlled emotion which makes the whole experience so much stronger for the listener. But then, he is an astonishingly accomplished musician with enduring quality - who else could continue to write great new songs after 30 years while also giving fresh voice to familiar standards?

[@alicealpert6993]

And--James Taylor could sing the ingredients list to a box of cereal and the result would be amazing.

[@fairterr]

and I'd buy it too ...

[@miriamharris-kaplan6997]

Amen

[@markclark5]

This is a very old Scottish (Celtic) love song. James Taylor realy does it justice. You can feel the sensitivity and love in his voice.

[@mauricemcauliffe4734]

It’s Irish my friend !

[@doubledee7517]

@@mauricemcauliffe4734 no its Scottish

[@jusepe456]

Guys: it is Universal......

[@brucecollins4729]

@@mauricemcauliffe4734 it,s an english rework of a scottish sang known as waly waly . a scotsman took this and many other scots sangs to england.

[@duncancallum]

@@mauricemcauliffe4734 It is Scottish for sure.

[@bluejupiter100]

I agree with all who love james Taylor. What a rare gentle spirit. Listen to the horn on the second verse. Heartache. What a great rendition. JT is a national treasure.

[@craftycrafter1960]

This is really beautiful. I had the pleasure of hearing him sing this in concert and it just brought me to tears!

[@bekindunlimited]

My Daughter Clare sings this song so beautifully it brings tears to my eyes every time....she is going to be a star...such a lovely girl....hope i live to see it all

[@bowtoyoursensei554]

James Taylor could sing the entire State Farm Evidence of Coverage Statement and it would move me to 😭 tears. What a magical singer and storyteller he is.

[@LivingOurDreams1950s]

I was Blessed seeing James Taylor at Red Rocks 2014. I sat center 3rd row. He was just as wonderful as if it were 1969. This is a beautiful song. No one can do it justice like James.

[@teresaplew7714]

This is like salve on an open wound . So smooth and sweet sounding. It's the healing sound of one of the greatest in our time, to sooth our souls.

[@morgaffi]

James has been giving me a lump in my throat for 40 years. If there's a heaven his voice is playing the loudspeaker...

[@aspetuck11]

When I watch James' audience I see two things. Joy and contentment. . . Just as it should be. Peace, Baby James.

[@lilmissgiggles98]

my granda passed away recently, and when I as younger he would sing this song to me while i combed his hair, we played this version at his funeral, it would of meant everything to him.x

[@alejandroklein9669]

Beautiful, moving song. Long life to you, James Taylor

[@lesleyburton9999]

My favourite singer of this song, so sweet and gentle.

[@hachi-san1159]

The water is wide, I can't cross over And neither have the wings to try To be a boat, that will carry two And both shall row My love and I There is a ship, and she sails the sea She’s loaded deep, as deep can be But not so deep, as the love I’m in I know not how, I’ll sink or swim Oh love is handsome, and love is fine the sweetest jul, when first is new but love grows old and waxes cold and fades away, like summer dew Give me a boat that can carry two And both shall row My love and I And both shall row My love and I

[@stevenstewart2898]

has to be one of the most beautiful songs ive ever heard

[@alleenmaaronzin]

meh

[@sbostonva]

Good music is timeless. The lyrics go back to the 1600's.

[@miketesmer564]

I agree. But though it has been around forever( hundreds of years) and performed by many, this particular cover is my favorite because of the man singing it. Love ya JT

[@fionafarrell43]

Heavenly..brings me to tears,thank you James

[@maryannedavid6983]

This song has been a favourite of mine through the years. Thank you James Taylor

[@fairterr]

Merry Christmas to all ,I am homesick for my North Carolina , but I have James and his music , I am blessed

[@louiseberry3154]

I never get sick of his amazing voice. Chills every time.

[@martinbarman]

Such a wonderful song. I'm listening to it for more than 20 years now and it's still one of my favorite songs

[@pablitopanes4872]

Awesome. With respect to James this song has its best rendering through the late Eva Cassidy. It will make you cry.

[@ryetim32]

Sorry Karla Bonoff's version is better

[@surgeryjenny]

His voice is still as beautiful as ever.

[@johnnyl1957]

Oh James!!! One the most beautiful songs I have ever heard from you. There have been so many!! 🎶 🎬 A great upload Mark!!! ❤️ 🎤 🎻 🎸 👌

[@kathysternes3970]

That is I grew up learning guitar from James Taylor. Just love his music forever! Seasoned musician - timeless in his music. Can't say the same for todays music. Thank you James for your inspiration and such wonderful wonderful music. Don't ever stop playing or singing and bringing us your wonderful music to listen to. Blessings.

[@andretremblay]

One of my very favorite Taylor performances. A joy to hear!

[@franciskok9748]

love this song very much after watching the movie with the same title "the river wild" with Meryl Streep in the main role.. James Taylor was amazing and very sincere... Mary Traver(Peter,Paul&Mary) was awesome... both with beautiful, lovely voices..

[@morgaffi]

James has been breaking my heart for almost 40 years. Thank you JT....

[@cynthiavanvoorhis9512]

He is an amazing artist. have love JT for many many years.

[@kathysternes3970]

James Taylor - what can I say. I grew up learning from him. The best musician ever!

[@walkingbear56]

He has a way of touching others just with a smile and a song.... a genuine good guy.

[@thereseclairecreates]

The best rendition of Water Is Wide he's ever done. An absolute travesty this isn't on Tidal or Spotify!

[@SuperCarver2011]

This beautiful song reminds me of the poem by William Butler Yeats..the Irish poet..Lake Isle of Innisfree...somehow the song and the poem seem to go together...a peaceful existence desired by all. I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made; Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honey-bee, And live alone in the bee-loud glade. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow, Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings; There midnight’s all a glimmer, and noon a purple glow, And evening full of the linnet’s wings. I will arise and go now, for always night and day I hear lake water lapping with low sounds by the shore; While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey, I hear it in the deep heart’s core.

[@helensilver1381]

This is one of my favorite poems. It is the culmination in "I hear it in the deep heart's core."

[@sandibowers6856]

Tears run down my face, when I hear this beautiful song. This is for you J.F.M.

[@ScottyWig]

OK, , , this video should have at least 2 million views by now, , the hearts of those watching would be so blessed.

[@lilmissgiggles98]

i love this song! my granda used to sing it to me when i was a little girl while i sat on his knee and he would play with my hair...he's now near the end of his life,he's been fighting lung cancer since January, i love you Granda!

[@molliebrower6353]

In an interview JT said he has always played it safe with his music. If that is true then it's good enough for me! I can't imagine how his music could be any better!

[@lallen2855]

This song expresses the way I feel missing my son who died in 2005.

[@mizb.9170]

Lovely song bless all of the lovers in the world their worlds are what we should all strive for - LOVE 💕

[@TONEBHURT]

Mr Taylor, what a sincere and remarkable voice. Such a poignant and beautiful song from a great artist

[@georgebarnes5438]

+TONE B HURT. He is the best.

[@bekindunlimited]

My 10 yr old daughter sings this song ..learnt it from listening to james taylor ...could not learn it from a better singer....she is going to be a star ...and a really nice person too..thank you for sharing this ....

[@kimcooper9273]

This has been a favorite song of mine for so long,through the shifts of life,this is Truth..

[@jazz185]

A great guy. Seen him in Glasgow a couple of years ago. He spent the interval sat on the edge of the stage just talking to people. I know he does this at his shows, a genuine person and a great talent.

[@1952FMS]

i feel blessed to live in the time of such great music. Thx James &thx for posting.

[@KarenSeeman07670]

What a sweet message. We saw this movie on our way to getting married in St. John. My eyes are filled with tears. Beautiful!

[@stevecrawford4932]

a beautiful folk voice, classic gtar skills, super interpretation/presentation, an A440 ear and a taste for tasty tunes - he's got it all - thanks for the years of joy, James. sc

[@paulsueta5961]

James is a national treasure

[@davidfleming4052]

My go to song and version after standing up for others and getting knocked down hard. Love does grow old. But love also lingers of its own accord. Like the scent from a faded pressed rose found in an old book of poems. Thanks.

[@ruthlaster2961]

Beautiful version by an amazing musician I had the pleasure to personally meet many years ago.

[@BlueLizzie59]

This man has a gorgeous voice that is seemingly unchanged by age. Incredible artist.

[@cynthiavanvoorhis9512]

I just got goose bumps. I love this song. My favorite version is when James sings it.

[@OzImagine1954]

Beautiful music sung by a beautiful soul ... Much Love :)

[@Join-Shaklee-Now]

Thanks for posting ...so sweet a song ... almost about my mom and dad - neither knew how to swim - but they paid thousands of dollars to install an awesome swimming pool for the family who visit- daughters, son, and many of their children. Now they are no longer together, mom is in alzheimers home and dad is not there. I pray that our God will reunite them again soon- as He promise - when His kingdom is restored on earth. .... luv to all... more recent update- my dad just died last week, but there is MUCH hope we will see him again.... John 5:25-28

[@kevinmadden1152]

I LEANED MY BACK AGAINST AN OAK, THINKING IT WAS THE STRONGEST TREE, BUT FIRST IT BENT AND THEN IT BROKE, AND THATS THE WAY LOVE TREATED ME.

[@PocoPortillo]

JT always puts my mind at ease when I hear his voice and the stories he tells. I can always count on JT for tension relief.The traffic in Denver sucks..

[@renscott2013]

Classic! I love his tone and style. Great song. Thx for posting!

[@ettu7336]

he really has the most extraordinary voice

[@wyndalewonders]

I can't get enough of this tune.

[@andresusant]

"The Water Is Wide" The water is wide, I can't cross over, and neither have I wings to fly. Build me a boat that can carry two and both shall row, my love and I. There is a ship and she sails the sea. She's loaded deep, as deep can be. But not so deep as the love I'm in, I know not how I sink or swim. Oh love is handsome and love is fine, the sweetest flower when first it's new. But love grows old and waxes cold and fades away like Summer dew. Build me a boat that can carry two and both shall row, my love and I, And both shall row, my love and I.

[@nbenefiel]

It's such a beautiful song and he sings it perfectly, no bling

[@Bouncybon]

Science cannot explain the devastating effect this song - and this singer - have on our emotions. It is the language of the soul which only God can explain to us.

[@valvetrom]

the use of the major 7 on the subdominant is absolute divine makes my tears well.

[@estyzesty]

What time?

[@robertstamps1392]

O Waly, OWaly is an English tune, from Somerset, not Scottish. The 'Wal' is pronounced like the 'Wal' in ''Wales.' It is a magnificent tune. A great hymn is written to it...'The Gift of Love.'

[@nyrhkyfan]

I remember watching this performance live on PBS TV (WGBH-Boston) back in 1993 and thought it was such a beautiful rendition of a classic folk song. And watching this now 20 years later, I feel exactly the same way. JT & the Boston Pops (John Williams conducting). Can't get much better than that! Terrific upload!

[@alanfowler6808]

How good is this? Oh if only I could play this tune so well. So much emotion in the voice.

[@davyboy176]

❤♫•*❤♫•*❤♫•*❤ My Granny use to sing this celtic song to me as a child the words have altered over the years though i always remember hers the best " old Scottish song "❤♫•*❤♫•*❤♫•*❤

[@CaradaysRedux]

One of my favorite old folk songs ...

[@cathybuchanan1747]

A song I've loved since I wand was a child, and he sang it so beautifully.

[@gwloganpoet]

Damn, he got me again, James Taylor sings and I get all emotional. I've heard this song many times, but never like this.

[@BlueLizzie59]

There's no other voice like his. A true original.

[@GirlofNicky]

nice rendition of ancient scottish folk song

[@sandracrabtree3176]

One of my all time favorite songs! I love this!

[@ritaw6240]

Sweet! What a precious memory to hold dear & close, Forever! I just heard this for the 1st time ever, a couple of days ago! Fell in love with it 'at 1st hearing'! ;)

[@seaglass1111]

He "feels" so much.. I wish the younger world knew. I was raised on all music before my time and I did the very same for my child. Thank you James (and Carly) you were appreciated neighbors on the island. My mother will never forget!

[@bigdawgsd]

Love is handsome and love is fine...yes indeed....Thanks for posting this James Taylor Classic.

[@dontbothermeimjust12]

Jesus fucking Christ, he makes me cry every time with this. This man is amazing.

[@Join-Shaklee-Now]

so sweet song ... almost about my mom and dad - neither knew how to swim - but paid thousands of dollars to install an awesome swimming pool for the family - daughters, son, and many of their children. now they are no longer together, mom is in alzheimers home and dad is not there. I pray that our God will reunited them again soon- as He promise - when His kingdom is restored on earth. .... luv to all...

[@richardlegate2075]

hi, s van bless you for all your life, may you have good times ahead.

[@robingagan6288]

Jw?

[@Nigel-ie6gy]

He inspires me to play guitar every day , thank you

[@Josie5100]

One of my favourites of this wonderful musician!

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Josie💐💐

[@jack999jones9]

thank you Mr. Taylor!

[@paulostafiehyk6752]

This is one that came to me by way of Mary Black and Karla Bonoff but it was this version that as I drifted past midnight that held me as it did the audience in this recording.

[@geoffevans6164]

44 years ago tomorrow. We played the best version of this song at our wedding. That is JT duet with Karla Bonoff. J D Souther singing harmonies. Garth Hudson on accordion. Kenny Edwards on bass.

[@issibrown9955]

I love this song so much and he just made it better

[@BexNTX]

What a soothing gift we've been gifted by the voice of J.T. I've heard this melody put to the melody of When I Survey The Wondrous Cross at church and it is amazing how each syllable fits perfectly within the melody.

[@msmithrandir561]

Sounds the same as in 1970...Beautiful

[@TheSunamisue]

An all-time great . . . I couldn't live without him . . .

[@RonnieDean60]

A man of soul. Age has it's definition! RDH

[@tessblack8651]

Thank you James, you made my day today.

[@DonByrd1]

Very beautiful versionof this timeless song!

[@anne-mariegoyette4240]

so beautiful !!

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Anne💐💐

[@launch555]

ナナムスクーリの歌もいいですが、このバージョンも素晴らしいですね。心動かされました。愛は美しいものだと私も思います。