Jerry Lee Lewis Has Passed Away

[@Whysicist]

I saw him in Dallas in 1983… folks leaving the earlier show told us all to leave, but it was a dinner show and my bride and parents were hungry. Well!… it was beyond wonderful. The stage rotated and he sang and played and his feet were up on the piana more than once. Every ‘Signature Move’, just for us as he pattered away. Music was world class. I got an autographed album for my wife. The good memories lasted longer than the 3 week marriage. He will be missed.

[@davidbaillieul7601]

This story cannot be beat!

[@henrygrove100]

yes i heard him at Hernandos Hide away. i live in memphis. was just 17 or 18. Around 1974

[@barrieneal2719]

I saw the 'Killer' in Bristol England 1962,it was his second tour after the I'll fated 'one in '58. I can remember Jerry Lee walking on stage and checking with Kenny Lovelace what town he was in! .Half way through the set he stands up,kicks the stool away and takes us into the real world of Rock-'n'-roll.

[@charger19691]

I am so sad about this. Jerry Lee Lewis is one of the first artists I've ever heard sing when I was about 3 years old. I listened to Jerry Lee for 50 years. Tears are flowing today. Rest in Peace Jerry Lee, you were one of my all time heroes.

[@davisodell1500]

“Don’t put no headstone on my grave” ‘73 live-TURN IT WAY UP and try not to get water in your eyes-last man standing has joined the quartet, end of an era-he defined rock n roll

[@ritafuller7676]

He deserves a f***ing monument!

[@davedavid7061]

The other day I asked my 84 year old mom if she listened to him when he first came out. She said yeah with a smile on her face

[@anthonywhite2960]

When I heard, I came right here. I knew you would have something personal and heartfelt to relate. And sure enough you did. Thanks Otis

[@bolivingston1400]

My brother was a big fan of Jerry Lee Lewis. He saw him playing live down in Texas in the early 80s. He said at the end of the set Jerry set his piano on fire & rolled it off stage. How cool is that. Rest in Peace 🕊️ Jerry Lee Lewis

[@da324]

My mom was the biggest JLL fan in the world. She never drank or did drugs, but you'd never know it when she was watching him. I went to a show in Florida 40ish yrs ago and was about 10 rows back, I'm glad I was 10 rows back because my mom was up front and I could see her in all her glory having the time of her life. She's gone now, but I always think of her when listening to Jerry Lee. I saw an interview with Kenny Vaughan and he said his favorite JLL music is his country stuff. He also said George Jones is the best country singer ever, but JLL was his favorite country singer. I couldn't agree more. There will never be the likes of him again!

[@chrisbrowning6102]

He was a complicated person and an amazing artist. I hope he found peace before he passed. We won't see another one like him again.

[@jessestreet2549]

my mom handled some real estate business for him. she said that his kitchen cabinets looked like someone had been throwing knives at them. she also said he was the perfect gentleman around her. he was definitely complicated.

[@bretthamilton7308]

@@jessestreet2549 Wow. Helluva story. A great example of his conflicted spirit. Just a brilliant artist.

[@chadh7137]

He made a final album of gospel with cousin Jimmy Swaggart. He was at peace. He was ready to meet the Lord.

[@mericanignoranc3551]

Complicated = PEDO...just say it, you're embarrassed

[@chrisbrowning6102]

@@zenzen1916 I don’t recall asking your opinion.

[@jameandy9742]

Favourite song ‘you win again’ I saw him live when I was a kid, in Kingston, at ‘the jazz club’, he was in his prime… Not many people knew who he was in the UK back then, so there weren’t too many there… When he finished playing, the crowd wandered off, but me and my friend hung around the stage and he talked to us for a little while, so real and humble… The greatest xxx

[@aikimi8390]

Otis, my wife and I attended a JLL show in San Bernardino at the Orange Show ...30 years ago? Anyways, it was incredibly memorable. Although he did not play my personal favorite "Middle Aged Crazy", he played a bunch of other songs that everybody knew. It was a great vibe and a great night, he played for about an hour, kicked over his piano stool and was GONE! Ill never forget it. Rest in peace, Killer.

[@jacksonroberts4128]

Jerry Lee lives about 10 minutes down the road from me, every time we’d drive by his place we’d always turn on some JLL tunes and sing along. Memphis beat is a good one or middle aged crazy. RIP to the best piano player to ever do it.

[@Gratefulman1965]

R.I.P. Killer And note to funeral home handling disposition, The Killer don’t ride in no Chevrolet!

[@C.C.GrandPre]

Man, this is a real drag. Been a rough day at work and then to hear this horrible news was the icing on the cake. Thoughts and prayers to his family and his memory will live on through his music. Not to mention the memories brought by his music. I'm pretty sad so I think I'm going to go and try to help somebody. This usually gets me looking at things through a better pair of glasses.✌️💜🌻

[@juliejones419]

I live in ferriday ,his neices are my friends ,I'm sad of his passing

[@C.C.GrandPre]

@@juliejones419 just be there for them and celebrate his life. I've been listening to a lot of his old country songs.💜🌻✌️

[@billmoran3219]

He lived three lifetimes more then most have lived one...Godspeed The Killer

[@Elvis20101]

I saw him in Brisbane Australia in the 80's, he was one of a show of greats, Chuck Berry, etcetera all old men. Jerry Lee came out and he looked bored. He started playing and one of the keys wasn't working, half of us there thought there was going to be big trouble but he calmly pushed the Roadie away and played around the broken key. Half way through the 1st song it was like he was 20 years old again, it was the best live Rock and Roll I have ever heard.

[@randalclarke5487]

Otis, this is so poignant... I played with Jojo Tate in a band 6 nights a week in 2000-2001 who has since passed on, that drummed for Jerry Lee in the late 60s, played at Wembley with him. I too connect with certain artists with those my dad loved. I love your videos bro, absolutely the most heartfelt, REAL stuff on KZbin. You are a blessing

[@coaltrain4423]

Jerry Lee Lewis…what can you say?He was,no doubt,one of a kind.Completely self taught musician,multi instrumentalist,lyricist,and a great preacher.He was a diverse man,who’ll be missed but not forgotten.

[@petesacco3255]

My brother's name is Lou Christie and he performed many many concerts with Jerry Lee Lewis over the years and passed on many interesting stories about him

[@trippyerinsd]

What a lovely trip down memory lane of your childhood, Otis. 🥰

[@DS-qu1oo]

He was truly the Last Man Standing. RIP Jerry Lee

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

“Elvis was the greatest, but… I was the best.” ~Jerry Lee Lewis

[@davidbaillieul7601]

Great tribute to Jerry Lee! Well played Otis!

[@crazylegscabs5659]

Hey Otis, I wanna say thanks for putting me onto Jerry Lee Lewis' country works. I'd never have known about that era had it not been for your channel, so thanks. What a life that dude lead.

[@mauiswift6391]

So sad! RIP Jerry Lee Lewis. A big talent!

[@iamtheoceanr]

Uggh. So sad. I just don't have the words. One of the best performers of all time.

[@rwayne3243]

I think it will take decades to measure the magnitude of this loss..... if ever. Rest in peace, Killer, rest in peace, the Lord knows you earned it. Thanks, Otis, thank you.

[@RandyJoeDuke]

My earliest concert memory is of Jerry Lee Lewis. I wish I remembered it in better detail but I was only 7 or so. What I remember best is his energy and presence and his rocking piano playing. RIP.

[@leonziglar3583]

Jerry Lee burnt the candle at both ends and in the middle. He was one of a kind. Saw him once in the early 90's In Birmingham, AL. I will never forget it.

[@betrevryday1]

Rest easy Jerry Lee we love you thank you for sharing the story Otis what a nice memory to have of your dad and especially your daddy and you shaking hands with Jerry Lee your dad‘s favorite do you will be missed we lose Loretta and now Jerry Lee back to back my hearts a little broken

[@denniscoverband4369]

Thanks for the tribute Otis. Great video as usual brother! Love the mind blowing details like James Burton showing up. The Crusher and the Killer are in this yarn. The handshakes ! Wow ❤

[@stevewuertz3598]

Otis, thanks for the update-no one better to break the news than you. I remember all these passings clearly-even from an early age. I only saw JLL once. I 'll look here for recommendations on the best LP to get. I keep hearing that JLL at The Star Club (?) in Hamburg in 64 is essential.

[@victorpearson1418]

Try "The Greatest Live Show on Earth " as well .

[@edfederoff2679]

"...and say a word, for Jerry Lee - he taught me a rocker to be..." My favorite Country musician of all time - and one of the greatest Rock and Rollers, too. The Killer - so apt a name. I saw him at the Palomino a number of times - he was there a lot in the '80s - and just to be in his presence was blessing. Thanks for sharing your story, Otis - It was very poignant. "Digging the art - and not feeling so great about the artist, sometimes..." - a beautiful quote, but not a problem I ever felt with his music. I couldn't judge him, but I knew that his music was as perfect as I'd ever heard. R.I. P. - Killer, and Thank You.

[@kevinjamison123]

I saw him co-headline a show with Dolly Parton. I was a fan before I saw him play that show, but I left believing that the Killer is Rock and Roll. He burnt that theatre to the ground. His version of Crazy Arms is my favorite Sun era side, but I love how he sang Middle Age Crazy. Thanks, Otis.

[@gwickle1685]

Extremely well put. Love the handshake connection. Peace brother.

[@kimshivers8009]

This episode is representative of what I love most about your channel.... heartfelt pearls and marvelous memories shared with sincere affection. While the Killer rests in peace, you rock on , Otis!

[@Jack-iy6ic]

As much as I dig the interviews on this channel, there has always been something to be said for the videos where the stuff is coming straight from Otis. I've always heard weird stuff about Jerry Lee Lewis so I've never gotten really into him before (mostly because of the cousin stuff) but separation from the art and artist is what I use to justify listening to lots of stuff I do, and I think it's about time I give the Killer more of a chance. As always, it was great hearing what you have to say about your experiences with Jerry, and I espescially liked the What Made Milwaukee Famous bit. Thanks for all that you do & have a good day.

[@DrStich]

Thanks Otis. Great story. Such a sad day for anyone who loves music. Keep doin' what you do, we all appreciate it.

[@CornboneStudios]

Saw Jerry Lee at the Palomino probably early 90’s. He said afterwards, “if anyone wants to buy me a drink I’ll be at the bar”. I took him up on that and realized some people did not want people buying him drinks and I felt foolish…he thanked me. I remember thinking the same that I would not see a better rock and roll show. 20 maybe 30 minute show. I guess it was okay that I did that. He had a good long run and that was many years ago. Rest In Peace.

[@thevictorianedge5465]

Palomino?? In NC

[@CornboneStudios]

@@thevictorianedge5465 No Sir, Los Angeles. It closed not long after I saw him there. They were trying to keep it open. They called it the world famous palomino. I believe it’s in Clint Eastwood’s every which way but loose movie… if I remember correctly.

[@CornboneStudios]

@@thevictorianedge5465 excuse me, meant no ma’am.

[@stevepetmecky1428]

Great story Otis. I saw jerry lee in 1968 at a rodeo in Palestine Texas. A tractor pulled him into the middle of the arena on a platform with his piano. Solo.

[@eliotoole]

Rest in peace Jerry Lee Lewis The Killer. Who's gonna play this old piano...always a tear jerker. One more time with feeling. Couple top favs. Keep up the good work Otis we love ya

[@TheWoodensong]

“Pure Instrument” indeed…what a perfect description!

[@perryburch9153]

Sir what a great story,,, and told so well. THANK YOU.

[@travisvenuti]

I saw him in probably 1979. In Memphis at a huge country music club called, Bad Bobs. He was great! People were dancing of course, and guys were laying money on the stage requesting Merle Haggard and George Jones songs, along with Jerry Lee’s stuff. The great thing was, Jerry Lee pocketed the money and launched into the second best version of Swinging Doors I’ve ever heard!

[@melodymakermark]

Sorry I missed that. Was that the place at Lamar and Winchester? The old Clearpool?

[@travisvenuti]

It was on Brooks Rd. Same general area as The Vapors nightclub, if I’m remembering correctly.

[@melodymakermark]

Gotcha. In those days, the only thing that brought me to Brooks Road was an occasional stop at Ireland’s restaurant. The place I was referring to at Lamar/Winchester changed hands through the years, but I believe it was a country place for awhile. Maybe back in the boot scootin’ boogie days.

[@woodyjames4095]

Thanks brother, I grew up with Jerry Lee too. My dad was born in 39 (only a couple of years younger then the killer). Dad died in 2012 and the agreement with my brothers was mutual. Anyhow I ended up with dads records. They make me think of him also. Yes, his piano playing was insane…..but he never got enough credit for his singing. He was special. RIP Killer. ❤️🍻

[@err1127]

About 25 years ago I took my teenage daughter to a big oldies concert in Atlanta. The headline act was supposed to be Mickey Dolenz of The Monkees but he was a last minute cancellation (don’t remember why). Jerry Lee Lewis replaced him that night. He was helped out on stage and looked really frail. Once he got behind the piano he tore into a twenty minute set that I’m pretty sure blew every single person there away. Then he was helped off the stage and I was thinking what a shame it was that he wouldn’t be living much longer…….

[@jmkenny]

Story bout your old man and the killer being soft pawd was brilliant!

[@bretthamilton7308]

I just finished reading his biography, "Hellfire". He was a BADASS Rock and roller and Country And Gospel performer. Watch the Dick Clark's Jerry Lee Lewis birthday party special from the early 80s. I shit y'all not, the band was Jerry, Keith Richards and Mick Fleetwood. Gorgeous American music. Also, Live at the Star Club, Hamburg, Germany from 1964. One of the greatest live records ever. RIP Killer!

[@steelguitartim]

His music was inimitable and of an incomparable quality.

[@billtice5057]

Sad day! We lost a true great! May God bless his family. My thoughts and prayers are with me (his fans) and family.

[@Factory_Muff]

Jerry Lee Lewis got me into Rock n Roll. Yesterday I took a small break to eat around noon and saw that he got in the Country Music Hall of fame and showed him on a bed accepting the award and I went back to work. I finished work around 1:15 and on the way out, a coworker said that another famous musician just died. I was like who? She said Jerry Lee Lewis. I couldn’t believe it. He was alive an hour earlier. RIP Killer.

[@homersreluctantodyssey2508]

somehow i never really listened to jerry lee or even was aware of his country stuff he did later on. when kenny vaughan did the stories on him i started listening to him and looking up live stuff on youtube. thank you for putting out your vids, because of them i got exposed to a wonderful talent that i just flat out was ignorant to. his version of me and bobby mcgee is my favorite of any other artists versions

[@peruseperusing5027]

Thanks for sharing an awesome story Otis!! What a great clip! They are all gone now........ Jerry, Johnny, Carl and Roy. God bless them all, and thanks for the music. RIP. :)

[@paulcarr8554]

I saw the killer in Orlando years ago and he had Burton and Loveless on guitar and Ronnie Tutt on drums . I’ve seen thousands of concerts and that one is in my top 3. RIP Killer, keep on Rockin.

[@bustermiller8275]

You and I had a similar upbringing!! My dad would get drunk and pick the guitar and sing a lot of Jerry Lee Lewis songs!! He loved Jerry Lee too!!

[@catfish24]

Wow Mr.Gibbs I am sitting here in my recliner it's 8:12 pm Friday night and I just turned my tablet on and I went to KZbin and I saw your face with this head line that Jerry Lee Lewis has passed away and it's my first time hearing this and it seemed like time just stopped for a little bit he was one of my favorite singers the world just lost a legend of an Entertainer.

[@jonristic3794]

Last Tuesday, I was telling my coworker about seeing JLL live. 1998 or something. It was fabulous. Cried all morning when I heard the news of his passing. James Burton was there, playing. Man, I was so impressed by his work. God bless. RIP, Jerry Lee Lewis. Thank you for the memories. It was the greatest rock n roll show I ever saw.

[@georgebrooks7809]

thank you jerry lee lewis,for all the great music, Rock in heaven.

[@GIBKEL]

Time has most definitely shifted as he was key to most all of the music we listen to and there aren’t many of those originals still fighting this mortal coil. What a legend. Not someone you take life lessons from, but for joys or tears…. Hell yeah!

[@toddflowers8052]

Great story Otis ...40 years later incredible man !!! I never had the pleasure of seeing him but, my favorite is Great Balls Of Fire ..

[@rc6981]

RIP the killer is gone.The greatest Rocking Rolling Boogiewoogie Blues & gospel man who ever tickled the ivory keys.Just God given talent bless his soul & bless family.His music is part of my life & I mean that. ⚡TCB

[@ericcrawford3453]

Right onn Brother I could not have said it better!!! T.C.B.⚡

[@joycecrawford1084]

Well said!!! T.C.B. ⚡⚡⚡

[@joycecrawford1084]

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[@a99b3]

Saw the Killer at Coney Island, Cincinnati Gardens, Golden Key, and Beverly Hills Country Club all in the Cincinnati area. In Indianapolis in 1976. At Brown County, Indiana in 1977. In Nashville, Ten. in 1980.

[@f33fifofum]

RIP Killer. You were one of the all time greats.

[@geneb.9619]

Thanks Ottis for honoring THE KILLER..We lost the last man standing..he was the baddest of the bad..I love when you covered his appearance at the grand ol opera..he never compromised...dang America lost the killer..its hitting me hard...anyways I saw a new years eve show back in the 80s in Los Angeles I think at the Pantagous Theater with Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee..Chuck opened and was solid but to this day it was Jerry Lee that set the house on fire..I just remember how he attacked his piano and drove his band to the hilt..that night he made sure I didnt remember who opened the show..That night I witnessed the greatest pure rock n roll show in the universe..long live JERRY LEE LEWIS !

[@mukundarichardson7611]

Much as I feel compelled to share a comment I'm just absolutely speechless right now just wow the killer has left the building

[@mako-g90]

Nobody can live up to God's standard, that's why it's the Gospel, Freind. Much Love :)

[@brianhawkins3401]

Beautiful. I think Jerry Lee's version of You Win Again is one of the greatest country recordings of all time. The actor Stephen Tobolowsky has maybe the best podcast around. He also played Sam Phillip's brother in Great Balls of Fire. In an early-ish episode, he tells the story of watching Jerry Lee play the piano in the Peabody with only a security guard and a hotel manager while everyone else was watching the ducks. (In the same episode he tells of being at lunch with Jimmie Vaughan when they ran into Stevie Ray. The two brothers reconnected there in the restaurant after a long period of estrangement and soon began working on a project together. Definitely worth looking up.) Thanks for the great story, Otis.

[@sandrah-8311]

He just recently made a CD with his cousin Jimmy swaggart and it's wonderful.

[@PongbyAtari]

Jerry Lee was an amazing entertainer regardless if you liked him or not. I loved the Killer as well I'm in my 60"s and have been a Jerry Lee fan since a pre teen. Rip Killer

[@scottkidwellmusic9175]

Fair winds and following seas, Jerry Lee Lewis. Thank you. You are missed. Thank you for this one, Otis 🙏

[@dogpaw775]

Great recollection and completing 'the circle'. Jerry Lee 'The Killer' Lewis, Godspeed. 'you shake my nerves and you rattle my bones'.

[@jeffhaun9803]

Very similar story here, Otis. My Mom would play Jerry Lee's country stuff in the morning on the big console stereo as she got me and my sister ready for school. She had a lot of his records in the big pile of LPs that rarely made it back in their jackets, but the one that got the most spins was Who's Gonna Play This Old Piano? To this day that album informs my idea of what country music really is. The London Sessions was another great one. (I was an adult before I ever looked at the credits and saw how many great guitar players are on that. Peter Frampton?? Rory Gallagher???) I remember in the Seventies, my parents went to see the Killer live on New Year's Eve at the Sheraton in Gatlinburg. Mom enjoyed the show, but my Dad said Jerry was drunk and threatened to shoot his bass player right there on stage. Yeah. That bass player. I only saw him once, in "89, at a club called Bronco's in Nashville. When people used to talk about rock and roll music being wild and reckless? Yeah. That. Anything could have happened that night and some of it did. There was a fight before the show, and towards the end of it a guy who looked and was dressed exactly like Buddy Holly was violently bounced out of the club when his bulky tape recorder was discovered. As for Jerry Lee? He was the Killer. I don't remember him finishing a single song before going in to the next one. There was a lengthy diatribe regarding his cousin Jimmy Lee Swaggart ("He may have had YOU a$$holes fooled about them whores, but he ain't never had ME fooled about them whores!"). He took the guitar away from his guitar player and soloed. For a while. Picture Jerry Lee meets Sister Ray. The night ended with a long version of Whole Lotta Shakin' that saw Jerry take the lid off the piano and (after several attempts) precariously balance it on his head and resume pounding the keys with all the fury he ever possessed. I'm so glad I was there that night. I get what you're saying about loving the music but having reservations about the artist. (Tho' Mom to this day will not say a bad word about him.) I hope he made the list Up Yonder. Wouldn't it be something if he crashed his Cadillac into the Pearly Gates and demanded to see Elvis? And Jesus?! I enjoy your videos a lot, Otis. Thanks.

[@bjsmith621]

The money I'd give for a time machine to go back and see That show!

[@robertwynkoop7112]

Now all in the iconic Sun Record picture have passed. But their contribution to music and culture will not pass. That is the power of creative conviction they all possessed, and you and I now possess it as well….Thanks Otis. See you Monday!

[@normanjones5167]

I drove a dump truck I owned for apac road builders in the 90s and early 2000s. His uncle Jay the father of his 13 yr old bride was driving his own truck then. He was pretty old and gray, and when he keyed his c.b.mike up it would go “you shake my nerves and you rattle my brain”. Jay Brown got a new model 379 peterbuilt spec.dump every year and would sale the truck he had to people he wanted to help. He kept his trucks like new. Jay lived in snellville Ga at the time and his daughter which was Jerry’s 1st wife lived in Atlanta somewhere. He would tell old on the road stories and talk of old times back when Jerry was becoming famous. That is the only famous person I met

[@eternallife9786]

Jerry Lee Lewis the last of the fifties rock and rollers rest in peace killer

[@rons9197]

That Man could command a stage, Lightning when he played. I will never forget his music.

[@h.sinclair]

Beautiful tribute. Thank you!

[@millerman60]

Hey Otis, I saw Jerry Lee here in Indianapolis at Picadilly's dance club and at the Beef and Boards dinner theater. The shows were about a year apart sometime in the mid 80's.

[@rwlane]

That's a great tribute, man. My band supported Jerry Lee when he cam to Wales in 1993. It's my proudest musical achievement. And I watched him give a stunning performance that night too. I have to say his country stuff moved me a whole lot more than the rock n roll and I wasnt expecting that.

[@tylerfoss3346]

Rest in peace, Jerry Lee Lewis.

[@profpepper1972]

I saw him several times, but most often at Billy Bob's in Ft. Worth. Those were the best shows! The Killer is playing his heart out in Heaven tonight....

[@alkaatz4597]

Saw JLL in 1983 at the NOLA Jazz Festival. Great show, he was one of the greatest rock n rollers ever and he outlasted most of them. I love his Sun recordings so much.

[@lindapendleton9176]

He was a one of a kind and we won't see another like Jerry Lee.

[@brianbrino4310]

I saw him live here in Toronto and it is a most wonderful experience! Fantastic! “There is a whole lot of shaking going on “

[@frankperricone2065]

Wow Jerry Lee has passed, The Killer, perfect name for him. First RocknRoll wild man. RIP THE KILLER Jerry Lee Lewis.

[@randallwilliams2274]

Rest in peace killer. I have heard a lot of people play that ivory but you will always be the best.

[@raleighwelborn1136]

Heartbroken on Halloween here for sure, Otis. He was the soundtrack of my childhood and on into my teenage years as well. The movie Great Balls of Fire was a favorite In my household as a kid and watched almost every weekend it seemed. We ALWAYS rented that movie. The soundtrack from the movie was played daily also. My mom STILL has that cassette tape too.Truly! a sad day. RIP, Killer.

[@jammininthepast]

The Killer was a great. I had the immense fortune to see him about twenty years ago (in the Bluebird in Denver-a cool dive) it was an unforgettable performance. I'm saddened.

[@jamesosgood4089]

Couldn't agree with you more, He was My Dads favorite as well. Dad was an owner operator, and i have many memories of him dancing and singing behind the wheel of that old Freightliner and my Dad was the most straight cat you ever met, Once that boogie woogie piano started, He was a teenager again...R.I.P. Jerry Lee Lewis

[@andykuhn9798]

Great video, Otis. RIP - JLL

[@patrickjoneill4551]

I'm lucky enough to have seen him at Wembley Arena, London in the late 1990s when he shared a bill with Chuck Berry & Little Richard. It seemed to me that he and Chuck were going through the motions that night. Little Richard outshone both of them. Anyone can have an off night. I once watched an interview where he spoke in glowing terms of Buddy Holly. He seemed to be a good soul at heart . Enjoyed your post Otis (enjoy them all ) 👏

[@lukewest8889]

Got to see him once at the Greenwood Jazz Festival in Tulsa. He wasn't as quick as he used to be, but still a great show. My Dad was with me, so that made it all the better. These younger artists that fancy themselves badasses need to study their Jerry Lee. They can't hold a light to him. Lots of songs come to mind, Another Place, Another Time is very definitely a favorite.

[@Semiosphereconsulting]

1980 or 81, East Providence RI, we were the second of three bands on the bill, with Jerry Lee Lewis headlining. It was our last show before going home from the tour and the band really wanted to get on the road. There was an exit to the parking lot right behind the stage (can't remember the name of the club), so immediately following our set we loaded out that back door and never saw his set. Fortunately I had gotten the opportunity to meet him and his band backstage earlier in the day. Coincidently they used to call me Killer, but I went by Danny for tht gig!

[@gwickle1685]

You said it so well, love him despite the flaws because he was pure music.

[@wideawakenotwoke6178]

Another legend has left us sad day for us all!

[@drdannyroadkill]

Hey Otis! Long time no see 😊 I was at the same concert at "World Mard Gras" in Circle Center Mall. It was the 4th time I'd seen Jerry Lee but the first I'd seen him with Burton. I remember watching this guy walk out and start setting up his guitar and thought... he's playing a James Burton Tele... kind of looks like him too... WOAH!!! 🤣 I remember it being a great show. Larry DeMyer, Cutsinger and I believe Becki Brendle opened the show. The short story of my best concert I've ever seen by ANYONE was Jeery Lee's 65th birthday at a Memphis Holiday Inn. About 200 fans (Sam Phillips was also in attendance) he played 3 hours and it was ALL REQUESTS!

[@tylerfarrington23]

Otis I love the way you tell a story. Thank you for all these videos.

[@Lowtech14]

And so the last of the great ‘50’s rock and rollers has passed. What a force of nature as a singer, piano player, and performer. I never tire of his his Sun best ofs (even vol. 2!), the Star Club concert (the 11 track version!), and his late ‘60’s early ‘70’s country albums. Oh, and his duets w Linda. And the Knox Phillips sessions. Man he was good. RIP.

[@otisgibbs]

What's your favorite Jerry Lee lewis song? Did you ever see him live?

[@donyoung7874]

I saw him at Legend Valley in Ohio in the mid-80's. I have some photos from right up front. James Burton was on guitar.

[@eternallife9786]

Always loved when he would do a medley of his old rock and roll songs or is cover of waiting on a train or me and Bobby McGee unfortunately I never did get to see him live

[@djhrecordhound4391]

Kind of...(?) Not JLL himself, but Dennis Quaid and his band performed live in my hometown many years after he did the film.

[@tiptopdadddy]

Another Place, Another Time hands down. I was at that show in Circle Center Mall, it was great.

[@kelseywake]

Middle Aged Crazy

[@rogerlawson4516]

I always thought What Made Milwaukie Famous was about beer. Old Milwaukee, Miller Brewing, Pabst Brewing, and Schlitz Brewing were all made there. "Another Time, Another Place" is my favorite. He was a favorite from the 50's to the 90's. Rest in peace Jerry Lee.