Jerry Jeff Walker - "Stoney"

[@GordonRobertson-cv4ng]

It’s always been ‘A Drifting Way of Life.’ Thanks Jerry Jeff for your songs that helped me as I walked the highways!

[@dirkevans3443]

If there was ever a story teller, this man was one RIP Jacky Jack You’re part of my life sound track Thanks for posting!

[@shauntobin4336]

Jacky Jack double trouble!

[@trevorbailey1486]

It's 1980 again and I'm listening to Jerry Jeff in concert in Adelaide, South Australia, twin city to Austin, TX. I live on farmland now, an old man too poor to give up his office job. But in my dreams, at least, I've always rambled highways a free man with Scamp and Stoney.

[@jamesmurtaugh4910]

In '95, i was living way out in the hills west of dripping springs in a buddy's new garage apt while his home was being built. He had turned me onto Texas Music in the 80s. One weekend he was home and JJ was playing Gruene Hall. He told, in typical JJ style, "come on, we'll head on down to Gruene." We took the back roads and enjoyed an incredible show at an incredible venue. It was a show just like the cd, live at gruene hall.' Both my kids called me as soon as they heard he'd 'gone on down the road.' I think the music of the late 80s and 90s were his very best offerings. Like JJ, I'm not truly a Texan, but we got here as fast as we could.

[@douglasstudeman5137]

Hey John I Started listening to JJW. In 1974. And met Him in 1993 at The Great American Music Hall in S.F. God Bless Him and His Family

[@walterbyrne3509]

One hell of a dude. His tunes always amazed me! TY Jerry Jeff!

[@walterbyrne3509]

RIP

[@pearlperla5476]

This song is what I call a 'deep cut' off of o really great album by JJW. It's a song you would never hear played on the 'canned music' radio stations. Unless it was a renegade indie station or maybe a college radio station. I dedicate this song to you Terry Daniel. And to all those other free spirits who are no longer confined on this earth.

[@GregHalvorson]

Texas State Cemetery…. Hat off, a tear of loss (for me) and joy for the Gypsy Song Man.

[@Nicole-Antonia-JD]

Dude was an amazing wordsmith

[@johnbonner7915]

I miss this man so much I'm just glad I can put on the headphones and listen to all his fabulous songs, to me he will live on forever.

[@douglasstudeman5531]

He still brings tears to my eyes at times. man did I love his music.

[@nicolawallace8108]

Oh my goodness John. I wish I could reach out and shake your hand and give you a hug. I feel the very same way, and I played his records over and over again till I wore them out. I was devastated when he left us, but he did lay behind the most beautiful ballads and the sweetest music. Such a legend. I'll never forget him ever.

[@douglasstudeman5137]

Yea I listened to Him for 43 years.Isaw in concert 12times He was my favorite singer and Songwriter God Bless him

[@Flashbakk1200]

Same here, he was a great story singer!!

[@andreahardy375]

ME TOO ❤❤

[@edlkwordsmith1836]

Stoney (H. R. Stoneback) himself passed suddenly yesterday. Rest in song.

[@douglasstudeman5137]

I started listening to J.J.W on KFAT Radio in Gilroy in 1974 And Still listen to Him today? I saw him for the first time in Santa Cruz in 1977 and met him at the Great American Music Hall in 1993 I Probably saw him atotal of 10 Times.God Bless Him and Susan and Durango and Jessie Jane?

[@douglasstudeman5137]

I Still Cry today when I listen to Him OMG

[@jamesporter671]

I am only 22 years old but I love Jerry Jeff and his music. Country music singers and songwriters like him are a dying breed and it's sad. Long live JJW and his music!

[@jamesporter671]

All the way from NC... my Dad and I are huge fans of JJW's music

[@390slash]

I am 61, and miss him. For 40nyears of music.

[@jamesfarmer4762]

So glad we had beers together at cabin in South Dakota, following a concert Jerry played in the Black Hills of South Dakota. RIP Jerry😪

[@danielward6562]

I wore out every Jerry Jeff tape I had till the tapedeck ate 'em. His music kept my feet on the ground on a steel deck at sea.

[@joncechvala4777]

Cut my teeth as a young cowboy on JJW.... never looked back !.... 🤠🐴

[@Jrfsfnm1]

Best version of this song I’ve heard. What a heartfelt song. Love love love it!!

[@knifelyfe6565]

I like the "live" one best.A little more of a groove with Johnny on guitar.

[@42awww]

It's another Jerry Jeff morning. Once I play one tune I want to hear my next fave. This song always seemed to be right out of On the Road by Kerouac. A fellow Pisces who was also unusual, but magnificent. JJW, you were one of a kind.

[@douglasstudeman5531]

That is one hell of a song

[@ruthknolla2674]

I love him too since the 70’s. I always seemed to find may way back to His music during the tough times.

[@StoneyMeyerhoeffer]

I quite like this song. Been listening to it since I was a kid in Virginia for obvious reasons.

[@XOkie]

I met Harry Stoneback when he came to Ambergris Caye Belize for a Jerry Jeff show. I helped him get back to his hotel after the show. Rolling his wheelchair through the empty streets of San Pedro. When we got to the Holiday Hotel where he asked if we wanted to sit and talk and we did. For almost an hour looking out over the Caribbean he told us stories of his trips through Italy and his early travels as a musician. He is an amazing man. I love this JJW song.

[@douglasstudeman5137]

Just amazing But everything he did wasAmazing

[@walterbyrne3509]

Genius Met him numerous times Died to young A true musican the way he meant to be. RIP Stoney

[@KirkDustin80]

One of the greatest to EVER do it! If JJ can't draw you into a story you're not a fan of real music.

[@nicolawallace8108]

You are so right. He wrote The most Beautiful stories and ballads and was able to add the perfect music to touch our hearts and our souls. Such a sweet man.

[@andreahardy375]

❤ Easily A Favorite!

[@andreahardy375]

Someone start a JJW fan club!

[@RichardGlackin]

¹¹¹112p0

[@panached1450]

I took a class with Stoney, aka Professor Stoneback. Rambled on about how nothing of value was written after 1950, how "if it doesn't fit on one page it's no good" like a Dr. Bronner bottle. God Bless that curmudgeonly old bastard.

[@robertdargin6262]

RIP Jerry Jeff Walker a true genius

[@wichitarick]

Has always given flashbacks :) Besides J..J. :) Said Bye to Many ,Many a soul all over the world in the Navy & then all over the U.S. :) Good Vibes ..Peace Takes Practice... From Coast to Coast Keep Rockin Rick :)

[@douglasstudeman5531]

Another Great Song From J.J.W. every thing He wrote or sang was Great.

[@jeffmatuszak477]

This song became my anthem about 3 months ago. Sometimes this song plays thru my head all day. His vocal inflections tug at my heartstrings. Miss u already, bro....😿

[@emileecline5698]

Another addition to the Angel Band.....RIP JJW

[@buckaroorodeo6880]

Thanks Jerry, we had decades together in Austin and Abilene. Great times and fond memories. Yesterday you left us but I will see ya later down this road.

[@imJakey0]

thinking my dad and grandfather had times like this. If only I could have known the people they met and things they did back then. I love anyone that listens to this song. Peace to all tonight and always!

[@kallasusort2986]

My sister introduced me to his music - It was not my usual style of music and I fell deeply in love with his music and special way of singing/story telling.

[@jimpichotta3038]

He was one of the best seen him several times loved his music

[@bigsky2081]

Met Walker many times but after the first time we spoke ,we only nodded afterwards. Like many song writers he was a quite guy. I love this song. I think its important to understand that artists are people that share their art but don't want to share their life. Fair enough wouldn't you say.

[@stewysick]

Awesome man

[@Ray-vy7dm]

An amazing Man that Lived an Amazing Life ...

[@paddlazz]

1979, age 21... this song, over and over on a bootleg cassette, 48 states and 25,000 miles in a red Ford pickup. This is no shit. We were that free, that one summer, never really caring where the highway goes... Thanks JJW, you wrote my life.

[@charlieburttram7961]

JJW captured the free spirit of a generation, Bill............... thanks for the story, and for watching and commenting........

[@paddlazz]

Got to see JJW last June in Snoqualmie WA with the same guy I took that trip with almost 40 yrs ago. Same stage presence as always, even with all the years showing. Guy Clark had just died and you could see he was shook up about it. But a man must carry on. He sang "The Cape" in tribute. Great tune.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Bill ..... back in the late 70s and early 80s... I met JJW and Guy through the newspaper I worked for..... and became beer drinking pals with them... anytime they came through Birmingham, they'd stay with me and we'd party after the concerts until dawn.......... and "The Cape" is a Mighty Wonderful song......... thanks for your story..............

[@jamiethompson7302]

@@charlieburttram7961 Charlie you got anything about 48 hours in Atoka I think it was Willie's 1st picnic 75 or 76 I still got a nice poster and list of artists Jerry was wasted and crazy as usual

[@glenndickson7627]

Year befire my new wife and I hit 10,000 miles around the USA in my old 57 Chev 4 dr on our honeymoon in 26 states, playin songs like this on an old Sony TC10 cassette deck under the dash. The last 2,000 miles through 8 states and 2 Canadian provinces saw us towing a 68 Ford Station wagon full of my wifes belongings. I am sure JJW would have found some humour in that.

[@Texaleiro]

So moving.

[@joncechvala4777]

What a great story teller...

[@andreahardy375]

Favorite singer ❤

[@davidcramer7724]

An end to a bye-gone Era is just about done. Feelings of a still young America where a few men lived life in a manner most only dream of. I tear up every time I hear this song as see that spirit dying.

[@charlieburttram7961]

+David Cramer .......... it was a magical era, indeed.......... and thanks for watching and commenting...........!!!!!!

[@davidcramer7724]

+Charlie Burttram I know we have several from this era aging and I dread the news of their passing. It just won't seem like America when their all gone. I guess new generations fill in but our time is passing.

[@charlieburttram7961]

David Cramer ...... you are correct......... our time is slowly passing away...... but I do think some of the music will always be around........ I sincerely hope so...........

[@MrStan811]

Rest in peace, friend. Thank you for seeing me through some hard times....

[@carlacolombo144]

Che belle parole di ringraziamento ❤

[@lzlp1]

best version .............by far ........thanks

[@fredbailey9375]

Being 62, and having all the memories of being on the road in my youth, living life, this always moves me into memories of yesteryear. I'm not sure but I can't recollect another song that shines a light on thumbing around. What memories, and knowing I got into it at the end of an era. When it still pretty safe to do it. JJ still hanging tough, up in Austin.

[@4horizonseyegalloway69]

I am 47, and we thumbed in the 90s and never had too many issues. I feel sorry for the those born after the 1970s

[@johnnunn1927]

At the age of 74 I got to experience it all hitchhiking for a Feeling and finding that feeling I'm 100% disabled Vietnam veteran and it's the proudest year of my life in 67 and 68 and I'm still alive experiencing all those feelings no regrets no Rewards

[@jamesmurtaugh4910]

@@4horizonseyegalloway69 I'm with you. I'll always maintain our group, those that enjoyed the 50s,60s,and 70s, we lived during the best years of this young democracy's existence.

[@jamesmurtaugh4910]

@@johnnunn1927 Thanks for sharing incredible memories of living. You gotta make your dreams come true. I guess my most vivid memories are from hitch hiking the country.

[@hogsandsooners]

He had so many songs that struck a nerve. This and ' too old to change' are likely my favorites. His cover of '( looking for ) the heart of a Saturday night' is right up there, too. There is something about someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously that really appeals to me. God bless JJW.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey there, hogsandsooners, and I agree, JJW never tried to be a celeb...... he was just a writer and singer and drifter.... another fav of mine is his cover of "One Too Many Mornings" ....... thanks for watching and commenting.....!!!!!!!

[@tedshred3807]

We were that free then...

[@rudolfdeininger2055]

This is such a great song that has brought back so many memories ever since the first time I heard it way back in the 70s.

[@61Stratoliner]

Thank you Mr Crosby..it's been a hell of a ride...

[@lpmarechal]

He was the reason for most of my life

[@erichertel8015]

Me too...my best friend and I grew up listening to JJW....he calls me sidekick and I call him Pard

[@rollinwiththeflow]

RIP, Jerry Jeff.

[@alanlynn3688]

Always a good time at Terlinqua!

[@alanlynn3688]

You remember?

[@bigsky2081]

Just some fool rushing on by!

[@clintmcconaha8705]

Jerry jeff made my day my year changed the path I was leading on his story's of every day life as we carry on RIP my friend Gods gift to All of us thank you for the songs, purity in poetic of every day life...😎

[@andrewlisenby9693]

Thank you for uploading this. I bought the 8 track, let a friend borrow it, then got the word the tape messed up, LOL! So glad I still have my vinyl copy of "Looking For The Heart...". Jerry Jeff's music has been part of my life since the mid '70s. Each song, such as this one, takes me back to different times, places, and people. Love to Jerry Jeff's family and fans. Merry Christmas,everyone!

[@randylawlor4744]

hey folks this music will never end timeless

[@charlieburttram7961]

+Randy Lawlor ........... amen and damn-straight, Randy...... thanks for watching and commenting......... !!!!!

[@brannsrtomlee]

The best version I've ever heard, Favorite!!

[@charlieburttram7961]

lee strom ... I agree, and thanks so much for listening and commenting......!!!!!!!!

[@kellycrumholt5261]

Jerry jeff walker, nothing more need be said.......

[@charlieburttram7961]

kelly crumholt ... I totally agree........ I had the good fortune to be a beer drinking and bullshittin pal of his for several years............ he is truly one of a kind... thank you for listening and commenting........

[@charlieburttram7961]

I totally agree, Kelly.......... JJW is one of a kind...............!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrCodyist]

Yep...

[@MrStan811]

I've loved this album ever since its release. The man is a true story teller of the times....

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey there, Chris, and I agree........ JJW is a master, and I've loved his music for many years.......... it is timeless...... and thanks for the note............

[@MrStan811]

You're very very welcome Charlie....

[@tomstribula2404]

Have been lucky to have had a Life on the Road....Such nice comments by so many who actually listen to Jerry Jeff

[@fredbailey9375]

Talk about perfection. My friend that turned me onto Texas music back in the later 80s, took me to see JJW at Gruene Hall in 95. That's the only time I saw him, and it couldn't have been a more perfect venue. That was one more show.

[@deltoncarter5851]

Was supposed to see him there in March rescheduled to June an has been canceled. He has throat cancer. Used to see him in the Texas dance halls in the 80's

[@jerrybandy3827]

@@deltoncarter5851 I hadn't heard about his cancer. I was hoping to see him at his place in Belize.

[@deltoncarter5851]

@@jerrybandy3827 would have loved to have made a trip to Belize to see him.

[@jerrybandy3827]

@@deltoncarter5851 I've stayed in San Pedro a few times because I know a guy who runs a radio station there. But I don't even know where his place is.

[@jeffreymatuszak1125]

Can't stop crying.

[@timothybrown3518]

JJW is one of my favorite artists, and this is coming from a hard rock fan!!! I was introduced to his music by my brother, and every time I listen to him it brings back such great memories.... needless to say I listen often. Turned my wife on to his music and now she's hooked.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Timothy......... I agree, JJW is a legend....... and a rare talent......... thanks for watching and commenting........

[@sisuboy]

Jerry Jeff to me through the 70's and 80's, yes sir.

[@jimpeyton1459]

God bless you Jerry Jeff RIP

[@rinoperrotta2069]

Per me Jerry Jeff Walker è un mito, ho tutti i suoi dischi e non mi stanco mai di ascoltare la sua musica e la sua voce. Grazie

[@johnmaggio6317]

The ultimate expression of freedom , presented by the master of the thought hitting the road .....

[@pogie56]

Great songs and and stories .Heard him on fm station sing "L A FREEWAY" i was hooked on his music then and there saw him in as show at THE PEABODY in memphis a hat and a guitar that is all he had and that my friend is all he needed.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Amen and damn-straight, Pogo..... saw JJW several times, and we became beer-drinkin buddies...... an incredible talent and a true down-to-earth free spirit......... thanks for watching and commenting............

[@morganthomasganas1804]

The Album "Being Free" is Stunning...

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey Morgan, and yes, it is a fabulous album.........and I'm glad you liked this song........... thanks for listening and commenting........!!

[@salemafc3684]

I'd luv to have my bottle by myside, sittin' in the darkness, listinin' to this, that's all I need, GOD BLESS TX

[@carolcollins1253]

Can someone tell me where I can find this version of JJW’s song. It’s the best version. I can’t find it anywhere else and don’t know what album it’s from.

[@barbarafawns1005]

The sound production on this recording is wonderful. From where is it sourced? Its amazing and so much better than anything Ive yet to find in any of JJW work. Thanks for your help.

[@randylawlor4744]

hey charlie I'm randys dad my brothers and sisters have been fans since 1977 jerry jeff is the best we have seen him about 20ty times boston loves jerry jeff

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey there, Randy, and it's always good to meet a Jerry Jeff fan....... he and I hung out together a lot in the early 80s........ been a fan of his since 1976...... thanks for watching and commenting........!!!!!!!!

[@amymcclain446]

On 12/11/15, i had the privalage to catch a show at Gruenehall there are no wordsand good lord willing on 3/18/16 Billy Bobs Fort Worth.***

[@charlieburttram7961]

+Amy Mcclain ........ how cool to catch him at those two places .......... I had seen him a couple of times here in Alabama, and then he and I became buddies..... and anytime he came through Birmingham, AL, I'd catch his show and then we'd drink beer until breakfast-time, LOL............ thanks for watching and commenting........... ;)

[@jtwarshak]

Composer of my life story... Thanks JJW.

[@WaltonFA]

Saw JJW many times in SWLa, he is a true song writer!

[@charlieburttram7961]

I agree, WaltonFA............ JJW is a legend......... and a great guy, too.......... used to hang out with him whenever he was in Alabama........ thanks for watching and commenting..............

[@dunebillyofswanbeach4294]

Charlie, it only goes to figure that since you're posted Fred J Eaglesmith clips here that you'd also have some old Jerry Jeff. Although it's a shame that Fred has never gained the broad recognition he deserves, at least you can still go and see him(and now with Tiff)in a smaller room.

[@jln55]

Related to this during the years I was unemployed.

[@fvtampa]

RIP😭

[@laurieannelane-cadieux6196]

This was the first song I learned to play on the guitar wrong that is but I was 13 and had the album a good night for singin' and this was on it and I still love it like it was the first time I heard it. Thanks for sharing this gem and if you ever have the chance read the story behind the real Stoney it is fascinating as Jerry Jeff met him in 1970 and did as he said in the song but of course there is a little more to the story.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey, Laurie, and that is a great story about you and the song........... thanks for watching and commenting............

[@laurieannelane-cadieux6196]

Charlie Burttram Well Charlie it really is amazing how a song can bring you back to the exact moment in time when you first heard it and felt what the song meant to you and Jerry Jeff just has a way of writing a tune that lingers in your mind and that you can completely relate to. Cheers!

[@charlieburttram7961]

Cheers to you, Laurie...... and yep, Jerry Jeff has a magic about him and his music.............

[@codyguidry4452]

Thanks for posting, one of my favorite songs

[@charlieburttram7961]

Glad you enjoyed it, Cody, and thanks for watching and commenting..........

[@joevee8337]

much of JJW's music occupies my heart, I still remember the first time we saw him perform at the old Kenny's Castaways uptown in NYC. It was before Coors was available east of the Rockies and we laughed at the cases of Coors stacked in the bar; just about the time of the JJW album (with LA Freeway). Our band had been playing Mr Bojangles for a few years already after having heard the WBAI recording. What can I say? I love this man's music, so much of it was background scenery in my life.

[@charlieburttram7961]

Thanks, Joe Vee, for that cool story........ and he is, indeed, one of a kind...... thanks for watching and commenting...........

[@aliasdyln33]

Agreed. A most underrated artist. His vocals and song-pace are so pleasant. I treasure all JJW music.

[@charlieburttram7961]

aliasdyln33 ....... I have been a JJW fan for many, many years, I agree with you...... and thanks for watching and commenting.........

[@barbarastoter2035]

Another one gone.

[@anthonygreen7382]

sounds good

[@reedblair7257]

My Mom stole this album from me twice.

[@panchosvilla]

Smart Lady!

[@aliasdyln33]

​@@panchosvilla And I'll steal the 3rd one you bought (hoping you did so). Please give me your address.

[@fvtampa]

😃😃😃

[@deblouthomas]

I have my original and they're hard to come by. No, no address for you..

[@deblouthomas]

Your mom has good taste. I have my vinyl in an undisclosed location

[@timguck9974]

love the video good work sir

[@charlieburttram7961]

Many thanks for watching and commenting, tim.. .................

[@jarradrice5455]

Rip

[@robertduddleston1261]

Kerouac must have inspired this song, or maybe Jack heard this song and wrote "The Road". I'm so glad I stuck out my thumb from point A to B. They just cant take it away.,

[@charlieburttram7961]

Good point, Robert............. and thanks for watching and commenting................

[@shagbarghhickory837]

The best years of my life meeting people like this hitchin' around the country. That was freedom baby.

[@robertbentzel8105]

This is like a Kerouac story

[@johnniehaus3166]

Mr. Burttram, could you please let me know which album this version of Stoney came from? This is my favorite version outside of the 1986 Austin City Limits Live version. Thank you!

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey John, and it is from a double CD........ "It's a Good Night For Singin' and "Contrary to Oridnary"....... the double CD was released by Raven of Australia........ and can be found at Amazon..... that's where I bought it.......... thanks for watching and commenting.............

[@johnniehaus3166]

Thanks Charlie. Be well!

[@rekfan59]

wasn't this originally on "it;s a good night for singin'" never put on cd, but, one of his best abums

[@charlieburttram7961]

Hey Gerald, and thanks for listening and commenting........... and I'm not sure what album it first appeared on..... However, I do think a company has put "It's a good night for singing" on CD, and you can find it on Amazon......

[@charlieburttram7961]

Max Cady Yep, Max, I first heard it on his "Bein' Free" album........ have always loved the song..... thanks for listening and commenting........... !!

[@charlieburttram7961]

Max Cady Thanks for listening and commenting, Max.....and yep, you're right about the song being based on a true story.... !!!

[@tedshred8934]

You're right. I've got the lp and it's never been put out on cd that I know of. I agree, great album!

[@tomstribula2404]

Books by Durrell..Lawrence Durrell..

[@jtwarshak]

Is there a digital file of this version of "Stoney?" its the best version I have heard.

[@austinartman]

All you have to do is plug in a digital recorder into the earphone receptacle and you've got it forever.

[@jerrybandy3827]

I don't think this album was ever released by itself on CD or Spotify. There is a very good recording of the whole album (It's A Good Night For Singing) on KZbin. I downloaded the audio and converted it into MP3 files. I've been listening to it pretty much nonstop for the last week. I've got the original album on a prerecorded cassette that I bought back in the early 80s.

[@k1j2f30]

@@jerrybandy3827 I have the orig. vinyl I bought, I think it was way back in 1976. I remember buying it and going home to listen to it, I was already a fan since '73. I knew I wouldn't be disappointed, just about wore that and many other albums of Jerry Jeff's out. I still have them, wouldn't sell them for the world. Man, This last Friday brought some real tough news! Won't be to long, "The Wheel" will be taking me home too. Be missing ya for sure, old pard.....till we meet again, thanks for the music of my life!!

[@mariefindley6768]

Just add mushrooms

[@ewetoobe100]

Mr. Bojangles first name must have been Stoney... :)

[@XOkie]

Nope. I've actually met Harry Stoneback. He came to Camp Belize back in 2009. I had the pleasure of pushing him in his wheelchair down Middle Street to the Holiday Hotel where he was staying. He asked if we'd like to sit and talk a while and he told us of his travels all over the world. It was a magical night on the shore of the Caribbean.

[@RobertBernard-s8m]

yea.... now ain't that sweet

[@emartin008]

listen

[@jamesgilman9237]

he takes a little bit too register

[@charlieburttram7961]

Thanks for watching and commenting........

[@oldskoold22]

Terrible. Damn.