THE MARCUS KING BAND - "Goodbye Carolina" (Live at Austin, TX 2019)

[@hummingbirdfeeder2]

I love this track. I’m from the blue ridge mountains in NC and lost my only brother to alcoholism in 2018. This song reminds me so much of him. Just before he passed away he ask me to hold his had until he took his last breath. Which I did.. Good bye Carolina. Hate to leave you. I’ll see you on the other side of the blue ridge sky. That was my precious brother saying his goodbye. I miss him daily.

[@pdl46lundy55]

Really good music is the greatest gift to all the world 🤘

[@Sober2003]

Very sad Pat I have done the same with three brothers. I’m sober 19 years a day at a time. Peace man!💪

[@anthonyrussell9706]

Great story - thank you for sharing. Condolences to you and your family.

[@kenhorneland7060]

Never lost family.... Sorry

[@BarbButler]

💙🙏🏻💙😓💔

[@TheSwaggetts]

i just discovered this dude like 10 mins ago and i’m obsessed with him.

[@ryanhill2752]

ditto!

[@anthonybellis6309]

he's amazing. saw him live and now he's touring the world so prolly won't see him again for a while

[@hamzaabdullah1042]

same dude, his voice is unbelievable

[@francesquasney6025]

Listen to this song live at the Grand Ole Opry. Check out Jimmy Stings with him too. Phenomenal

[@lazlohollyfeld5265]

It's been over a month since my M.K. awakening, still going strong. Can't wait till we can all go see LIVE music IN PERSON again ...

[@danfairbairn2998]

Putting aside the incredible guitar playing, and all round skill of the band, the sound tech deserves a huge raise for this recording. Studio quality!!

[@jdcollins7369]

Spot on.

[@shellylavigne5913]

Perfect tone. Yummy

[@Swollen_Goat]

For real. Nothing IMO beats a good live sound mixed at high quality. Nothing beats the synergy of live musicians being good at what they do and catching it.

[@tuckerbuchan5105]

Jam in the van is always spot on! Love these guys! 🫶🏻

[@Abbinc83]

I feel like this guy has no idea how unbelievably talented he is.

[@daw162]

I'm sure he knows. But he's doing what he likes the way he likes to rather than trying to figure out how to dumb down his music to get more promotion. He'll have longevity like this (already has).

[@kenmurphy6792]

He's a 'humble' sorta' guy .. in total control of his ego ~~

[@thestu059]

He definitely knows. You don't dress like that otherwise 😂😂 it's called hidden ego

[@thestu059]

@@kenmurphy6792 🤏

[@dianburch555]

Well, money talks

[@jamesfoley2658]

I have to rank him with the greats , I pray he don’t go overboard and keeps his nose clean and lives a long life with a long music career because I will be listening the whole way .

[@christopherfoley5973]

I’ve had the pleasure of seeing him twice and talking with him after the first show for a good 15 minutes. They had played the night before on Kimmel in LA , driven all night to play their solo tour opener in Albuquerque . Marcus was personable , humble, and appreciative of all the compliments that I was heaping on him. He must have been exhausted but I would never have known by his demeanor. Taking compliments well can be harder than it sounds. Especially when I was honestly gushing to him that he’s already the heir apparent guitar god and that seeing his band is like seeing the young Allman Brothers. I stand by every word. I am so happy this man and this band do what they do with such dedication .Shout out to Tedeschi and Trucks and Warren Haynes for befriending the next generation of great musicians ! So much love.

[@el_burritoslapper]

I remember learning this song is a tribute to Marcus’ good friend who he lost to suicide. He wrote it from his friend’s perspective. What a beautiful song

[@StratSyncConsulting]

When I want to listen to this song I always come here. This is hands down the best version of this song. 💯

[@anthonyrussell9477]

I agree!:)

[@redddbaron]

The Grand ole Opry version aint bad.

[@lanfordjohnson8884]

Eric Vaughn go check out the grand ole Opry version. It might change your mind

[@thomas72flores]

Ol Oprey version has some damn good sound too... but nonetheless these guys can friggin play

[@QuiGonnTimmm]

Same here dude!

[@lrm6919]

I can't help from asking myself why an Spanish old man like me sees himself so hooked on this song, artist and different performances of such an incredible tune... from blues to country, from jazz to rock,... everything's there just waiting for you to open your ears at last. So great...

[@wandasmith-pn2wc]

Marcus~ I been following you on y~tube for a couple years now. I feel you man . Your right on time in my life. Thank you kindly for sharing your gift of songs you've written and your many musical talents. You are blessed in so many ways and I truly am by you. Thank you kindly... for being just YOU, Hoping you come to Wichita for a concert live at The TEMPLE The Wave. .or The Cotillion Ballroom.

[@hitpaydrtwithkdrt]

Said it takes a selfish man....leave on out....from his own hometown without saying why he's going. Man, I feel these lyrics. This whole song is alot of my own life Great song Marcus King Band. I'm forever a fan

[@Jason-wo5rr]

With country music on the decline with its overuse of snap and pop tracks alongside synthesizers Marcus goes and writes one of the best country music songs of this decade

[@ryanhallwrites]

“I was a broken man in my old hometown. Need to find my own peace.” This line cuts me deep every time I hear it. Marcus has clearly studied and had had Warren Haynes as a mentor. But he’s definitely his own man. Catch these guys live! This guy and his band are something special.

[@ryanhill2752]

Great comment man! Dig the name too.

[@stevejohnson747]

Felt your comment

[@hunzilla3122]

Every time me I listen to him all I can think of is how lucky we are to have him

[@ricksativa6849]

Marcus King will carry the torch of all the great southern rock/blues bands, in my opinion... Thank God for him.. He's all from his heart and soul and so young when he wrote this.. Find the interview of the meaning/reason for the song.. It's deep.. Peace

[@quintonmcclellan3279]

They struck GOLD with this jam. Carolina born and raised, honoured to share this with such talent.

[@xXghostdog77Xx]

Marcus King is a legend in the making!

[@austinchanceofrainmusic4820]

Dude is a true professional as good as it gets all around he’s got it

[@JamintheVan]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@cliffordcarlson3824]

anyone else here from ymh? keep em high and tight

[@tomzirp4457]

Hi mommy, thanks jeans

[@raymondcorreira847]

Marcus has his very own style for sure!!

[@berniekennedy1650]

This dude is the real deal .he's a fix I have daily

[@NibblerRules]

Small space, BIG sound!

[@jimboogle]

What hot licks and that earthy rock voice. Where has this gruop been all My™ musical lief? Out from under that rock I been living. And I'm from Allman Bros waaay back. King SOLID.

[@Nick-pj4qh]

How does the world not bow down to Marcus

[@stevewolfe6708]

Just missed him at Bataclan…….so effin 😢

[@brianyoung8091]

Where I'm going I won't have these reminders what I lost and what was taken away from me" Gets me every time!

[@Mark_B585]

Politics divides music brings people together. I love that I'm so glad I started playing guitar again during this time.

[@colleenobrien4547]

Love this song. Something haunting about it.

[@joemcginnis1718]

He's a genius

[@bls06]

Spotify just recommended me this band and I can't stop listening to them. Amazing songs

[@theplan-demic1715]

Marcus is the 'REAL DEAL' ... Loads of talent, and a song writing ability that rivals the all time greats. His attitude is 'just right' to carry him to the stars ... and beyond. A major influence in the music world .. and just 24 years old.

[@anthonyrussell9706]

I got hip to him through a Rolling Stone interview with Chris Stapleton, who couldn't say enough about him. Incredible artist playing with other incredible artists.

[@Louisiana666]

Did you have the pleasure of seeing Marcus open for Chris on his latest tour?

[@anthonyrussell9706]

@@Louisiana666 No I did not. It was probably an incredible show.;)

[@newfreenayshaun6651]

About 3 and a half minutes in i start cryin already because i know whats about to happen. Its about the same exact experience that happens in the middle of Freebird too, that transition from one loving realm into another ponderous and imminent realm of a grateful goodbye.

[@rocknroll_123]

Derek Truck is my favourite slide player! Seeing this I must say that Marcus isn't a bad slide player! Vocal, guitar playing everything is in the pocket.

[@joelstice2673]

Southern rock is in a good place in 2019.

[@chuckkos]

It really is with Blackberry Smoke, Marcus, Allman Betts...there is truly a renaissance.

[@bryanitz8401]

Saw this band last week at Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival. They absolutely blew the roof of the American Airlines Center!

[@maninthebox01]

What a jam!!!! Unfrikin real

[@scohar72]

Simply Awesome

[@astock77]

This is my favorite Marcus King tune. His guitar solo sounds like it was lifted from a 70’s Marshall Tucker song and the song topic and lyrics make it sound even more so like a song from them. But it’s an original and I love it. He’s an original.

[@pierre-andreglauser5843]

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[@RobBarrettHunter]

That solo is chilling through my body

[@danahopkins5788]

For the longest time I couldn't understand why listening to Marcus or Billy Strings or Allen Stone made me so happy but left me wanting to cry. I finally figured it out. The future of music is not lost nor is it dead and the excitement of these exceptionally talented young artist is worth sticking around for. You all make my heart sing with joy. Thank You!!!!!!

[@peterbrown2112]

Exactly! I sleep a hell of a lot better at night knowing that the future of music is safe in these capable hands.

[@delewan]

I saw these guys play with TTB last summer on the Wheels of Soul tour... they blew the roof off the place. And when Marcus came out to Jam with Derek and Susan - magic.

[@matthewweinger7910]

same same and same

[@SmokeandBurn1]

that slide, damn sounds so nice, chills of Duane

[@thomasmedeiros5722]

Oh that Marcus King can sing. Writes great songs. Knows his way around a guitar. This is a very good example of his talent.

[@georgette5103]

Oh my Jesus.... ❤️❤️❤️

[@sadbone]

His phrasing is so goddam phenomenal!

[@boabglen]

Is there a better young band on the planet? I really doubt it. Wow man next level playing

[@jasonmccraw4664]

no there is NOT....lol... For real tho, NO there is NOT...

[@gamingdc9208]

Not to start a competition, but if you’re looking for more young guys playing some great stuff, I recommend checking out Kingfish Ingram

[@tenniswilliam]

Garett Mason and Keith Gallett Band

[@tenniswilliam]

Keith Hallett

[@jeremyjohnston592]

Wow... that was some of the best playing I've ever seen from a young man. From any player in my opinion... that was next level stuff. Amazing band too.

[@goldenthug9]

The crispness on this is next tech level! But still this Marcus King feller here is something. The band tight and talented

[@lauragleason7871]

Marcus is at the top of my Bucket List !!

[@MAGhost-vl3jb]

Man! My uncle passed away in 2014 and Marcus makes me think of him. I know that he would be his favorite artist. No question about it!

[@TimDecker989]

This song just gave me the chills. Man Marcus and his band are fantastic.

[@bowmee]

Talented. Obsessed with his music.

[@WesleyThibodeau]

This band is amazing, everytime they knock it out of the part. So old school yet so fresh!

[@mbsnyderc]

Park.

[@brucezerna5389]

I've seen them all over the years,,but mkb are in a league of there own,, I have no words but praise,,just keep doing what obliviously comes so natural to these guys,,,,,I hope they are around for many years to come,,,

[@pacificblu9662]

I just found out that Marcus King is only 23 y/o WOW, the talent!!! They are going to be a powerhouse in Southern Rock

[@birdrockwaverly]

Great song. Solid vocals, lead guitar is absolutely money, rest of band is solid as well. Nice work guys ✅

[@joeylewis3301]

I've seen him live a few times. Incredible talent.

[@longjaw-1]

Killer vocals, killer guitar, killer band, killer song. #KILLER

[@emjfotografi]

Takes you to another place and makes you forget the world sucks

[@kennethviar7534]

Shit is REAL ! Absolute masterpiece by a young legend . I have Seen them twice so far , once just last month , if they come to your town don't miss them !

[@oli2768]

Amazing sound and sensibility

[@jeffsandlass1589]

Making upstate South Carolina proud!!!

[@bigtdrewdrmr]

God Bless Marcus King !

[@cindyblackburn3764]

I just discovered him..amazing! For some reason he popped up on my videos..but I am a Chris Stapleton fan..but this guy has some Neville brothers voice there

[@knoxtaurigen]

I can't love this guy more! Genius! 🖤💔

[@brianhendrix8330]

Hometown Carolina Boy! Keep rockin' it man! You and my kids give me hope for the future of REAL MUSIC!

[@Captain-Iglo]

The hero doesn’t always get his girl - thx Marcus

[@roostertheguy]

This is just as good as any classic from any legendary band, insanely talented both voice and guitar chops, band is great too. Im in awe. / Fan from sweden

[@jonathanmcgorman5244]

At this point, I don't think I have found a live performance that he doesn't just flat out knock it out of the park. It is now a top priority for me to go see these guys live.

[@meccagold2009]

I am a lover of all music but primarily hip hop, reggae and salsa...Steel Pulse brought me here! Point is it takes a lot for me to listen to rock in general. But if my favorite band in the world reccomends someone, they rarely do, I gotta listen. HOOKED!! Bluesy southern type rock is my favorite and this band hits the spot! The depth of emotion this music creates. Some of these songs are better than the classics. Stay alive people!! I want to be 80 hearing thier 20th studio album!

[@josuemoreno7479]

Gorgeous tone , silky singing ,lots of feelin' , great band , there's still hope out there

[@henryware2708]

Heard the band at Crossroads Guitar Festival. Instant new fan.

[@tsully4371]

Henry Ware same here! He is on my favorite list!

[@ernestd.montgomery6269]

My son, daughter, and I did the same. I have seen them twice since--Cleveland, Ohio, and Augusta, GA!

[@angiemurray251]

Henry Ware , we saw him there too. By far my favorite performance. Once we got back to Indy, we saw him again at The Vogue and met him and his band outside his tour bus and again at the VIP. He’s a very talented young man.

[@tomadams5582]

young Dudes with great taste in music ???? With great talent ???? Wow ... I'm sold !!!!!!!

[@andyhass1519]

just absolutely moving every time. You can see how much his soul is voiced through the guitar like it's an extension of him. I wish to get to that state. Marcus King has enough soul to heal the world. so moved and inspired, absolutely awe struck by another talented artist.

[@lifesajoke6965]

Woo! Boy can play the shit outta that guitar.

[@myfavmuzic]

Marcus is soooooo good. I've seen him live twice (3 years apart) he was just as good at 19 as he is now... Just a joy to listen to. Thank you Mr. King xoxox

[@Hagfan789]

I dreamed of the day when I'd hold you in my arms again Read you all the letters I wrote but never sent Give you all the pieces of me To put 'em back together Put them back together again Life has a way of writing your story for you And the hero doesn't always get his girl What if you could change the ending to the novel they been writing Leave no resolution So, Goodbye Carolina, searched my whole life to find you I hate to leave you but I hope you'll know Where I'm going I'll be seeing you So hold my hand as I'm leaving Hoped my pain would be enough reason I'll see you on the other side of the Blue Ridge sky But now I'm going Hate to tell you goodbye Say it takes a selfish man to leave on out from his old hometown Without saying why he's going But you can come take the rest of me Early in the morning Tell me your goodbyes Where I'm going I won't have these reminders of what I lost What was taken away from me And I hope you'll understand I was a broken man in my own hometown Need to find my own peace So, Goodbye Carolina, searched my whole life to find you I hate to leave you but I hope you'll know Where I'm going I'll be seeing you So hold my hand as I'm leaving Hoped my pain would be enough reason I'll see you on the other side of the Blue Ridge sky But now I'm going Hate to tell you goodbye So goodbye Carolina, searched my whole life to find you I hate to leave you but I hope you'll know Where I'm going I'll be seeing you I'll be seeing you I'll be seeing you

[@thomasbelz]

brilliance

[@BuckMT-xf1qj]

Marcus the time is right Americans need this great pick up in these hard times 💯👍🏻🇺🇲💪🏻🤠 keep up the great tunes coming 🙏🏻❤️ thank you, god bless y'all 🎤🎯

[@XSCAPE-eg2dl]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ MARCUS KING BAND ... OMG YOU ARE AMAAAAAAZING , I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE U SO MUCH !!! YOU ARE THE REAL DEAL , NOW THIS IS MUSIC FOR THE HEART AND SOUL 👍 !!!! WHATEVER YOUR NAME IS - THE LEAD SINGER ... YOU ARE A STAR .... GOING PLACES FOR SURE !!!!

[@kenmurphy6792]

Ha ha ha !!! ~~ Are you kidding around ?? I'm (pretty) sure that you know that the "Lead Singer" is none other than Marcus King .. The ONE & ONLY !!! ~~~ And yes .. we love him too !!

[@danxthexman82]

I love this song. I can't quit listening to it and our band will be covering this song! That's how much we love it! Marcus is a super talented young man! And his band is filled with talent. I hope to catch them live next time they come threw KY

[@maxwelldewinter]

Ridiculously Impressive!

[@cindy-bc7eh]

I love listening to this man. He is so good.

[@shockley1002]

Amazing version, was hoping for that amazing female backing vocal, but just wow.

[@quattr_o-11]

I dreamed of the day That I'd hold you in my arms again Read you all the letters I wrote, never sent Give you all the pieces of me Put 'em back together Put 'em back together again Life has a way of writing your story for you And the hero doesn't always get his girl What if you could change the ending To the novel they've been writing Leave no resolution [Chorus] So goodbye Carolina Searched my whole life to find you I hate to leave you But I hope you'll know Where I'm going I'll be seeing you So hold my hand as I'm leaving Hoped my pain would be enough reason I'll see you on the other side of the Blue Ridge sky Now I'm going Hate to tell you goodbye [Verse 2] Say it takes a selfish man To leave on out from his old hometown Without saying why he's going But you can come take the rest of me Early in the morning Tell me your goodbyes Where I'm going I won't have these reminders Of what I lost and what was taken away from me And I hope you'll understand I was a broken man in my own hometown Need to find my own peace [Chorus] So goodbye Carolina Searched my whole life to find you I hate to leave you But I hope you'll know Where I'm going I'll be seeing you So hold my hand as I'm leaving Hoped my pain would be enough reason I'll see you on the other side of the Blue Ridge sky Now I'm going Hate to tell you goodbye

[@thealaskapicker8628]

So good... 'nuff said

[@stefanlarsen6668]

Iam sorry for your loss but glad your friend lives in you love you

[@ronpaulrevered]

Marcus, I love you dude. You're already one of my all time favorite artists. Band, you're great too.

[@benjohnsen3554]

Marcus king is one of the best, of the best. 🎸 Love from Norway. ❤️

[@mickeythompson24]

Real bands always have an organ!

[@caseyfullerton3831]

The tone on that axe is so unique and amazing! I love that kinda vocal quality is has in the solo

[@ALLIX79]

Holy shit! Talk about some quality musicians! Amazing!

[@Jamler3]

WOW... Just Saw them @Granada Theater in Dallas... AWESOME SHOW... Band is brilliant

[@cgtaurus]

Marcus King is in his 20s and plays like a 40 something yr old. Phenomenal!

[@jeffallen4505]

Wow! Great version!! You are "Mr. Improvisation!!!

[@palakabrad]

I look forward to decades more of this! Hallelujah🙏

[@shanero8277]

That was badass!!!!!!!!!!

[@tracysheck7862]

I seen him in Pittsburgh 1st time I am smitten he said this song was written for all whom gone before 2 days before Gregg Allmans Birthday it brought tears he is so talented old soul I just love this band I’m hooked ❤️

[@JeremyChildress]

Phenomenal guitar player and my favorite artist

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Such a beautiful guitar tone

[@Feckerhead]

These young men have the midas touch.