Bobby Darin sings "Lonesome Whistle" Live 1973

[@williampaxton871]

He was beyond great. What a brilliant talent, never to be forgotten.

[@PrydeinBand]

This man has more soul in his pinky than most have in their whole body. Bobby Darin was the whole package, performer, entertainer and man, that voice. What a guy.

[@sunlight4169]

Celtrock you are so right ! He also did spot-on impersonations (there is one out there of him as JImmy Durante), nominated for Academy Award (if he had more time he would have earned one- he had great talent) amazing dancer (find the "Higher and Higher" KZbin post, the one where he is in a tux (there are a couple with him in a tux and one with him in blue clothes but the tux shows his dancing better). And of course- that voice - such power and soul. Pure magic to watch him - nobody out there today comes anywhere near close to his league.

[@jasper_north]

Agree. Awesomeness

[@benjaminandersen5921]

indeed 🍷

[@jeanbaumgartner4052]

​@@sunlight4169You're absolutely 💯%! 👌 ❤️ 💓 💙 💖 right about Bobby Darin!

[@jeanbaumgartner4052]

A rhinoceros in the house 🏠 😍 🙌 👌 ✨️ 😳!Haha very funny 😁 😂 😀 😄 😆 🤣 Bobby Darin 😀 😄 😉 ❤️ 😆 👍 😀 😄 😉 ❤️ 😆 👍!

[@anglohero6295]

A legendary talent, the best of the best! Love you Bobby , thank you ,❤

[@MaryAnneRosato]

There was nothing this man could not do. Period. There was no musical genre he couldn't excel in.

[@devinmillermedia]

I am on my fifth in a row listen, I am still getting chills.

[@ek19106]

so true! so one-of-a-kind. can you imagine what else he'd have done had he lived!

[@RitaHestand]

Bobby truly had music in his soul, it came out that way. He put his heart in it. Not many can say that today or any day. He was truly one of a kind, and now he sings for God.

[@edithsymmans3273]

This is Bobby Darin at his best, entertaining his adoring fans….. Bobby always gave 1,000 percent each and every time he went in front of the camera or on stage and never left out the smallest detail….. No matter how ill he felt at times Bobby always became a different person once he stepped out on to that stage, he strongly felt that he must always give his very best performance….. Bobby knew that he was where he was at that point in time because of his fans, he owed them for their believing in his talents, he always gave every little bit of himself, never holding back…. Bobby's strong desire to entertain from an early age was just as driven through till the end of his life….. He had this wonderful God gifted talent and had to share it with the world….. Bobby was a strong presence in the music industry leaving all others in his wake, there was no other like Bobby Darin then nor since….. Bobby Darin is one of a kind human being that took this world by storm in the late 50's, 60's and early 70's….. Bobby Darin is a legend, leaving a huge body of work, what a legacy he left behind…… Whenever Bobby sang a song by another singer he always put his stamp on it and made the song his own, this was his ability and talent……. What a true genius and master of his own destiny…… Sadly we lost him far too soon…. RIP BOBBY D !!!!!

[@timetowakeup6302]

Edith are you still with us? I’ve been reading your comments for years.

[@danjestic9199]

Sammy Davis Jr said Bobby was the only performer he would not follow on stage!…as powerful an endorsement as you can get!

[@ronsmith5573]

A RARE talent. Gone way too soon. I remember 1962, I was 6, driving to the beach. Family vacation. I remember every time "Things" came on the radio I wanted my dad to crank it up so I could sing along. Love the guy.

[@jeanbaumgartner4052]

I was 2 years old in 1962 when I first heard it on the radio 📻 😳 😅 😂 🤣 😬! It sounded 💯%!much better when Bobby Darin when he had sang it then Hank Williams ever had!

[@tomriska4148]

His live rendition of "If I were a carpenter" was pure magic. I believe it was on this same show. What a talent! RIP Bobby!!!

[@edludwig1337]

God, this man did it all.....

[@brucefread3014]

Guaranteed many viewers sang along with this song.

[@nellymccausland]

Bobby, my generation has missed you for 35 years!

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@natalieweiss5193]

He mastered every style he ever sang/played. In my opinion, he was the greatest of the greats.

[@zorinabakah8182]

The greatest of the greats, very fitting.

[@ellyreginald6546]

Musical genius. Let's just say it. His earlier superficiality gave him a certain reputation, but as someone who had a short time to prove himself he eventually achieved the top musical spot he deserved.

[@josephweiss1559]

One great singing another greats song

[@TD-np6ze]

@@ellyreginald6546 Bobby Darin transitioned through many styles, partly because he came of age in an earlier time. But if I closed my eyes during his later great performances - I might be inclined to think I was hearing Gospel calling us to our Lord?

[@harmonichebe]

natalie he did it all-wrote, sang, played- the most talented rock and roller ever. tragic that he had the heart problems that took him from us so early. Be Blessed

[@marthacantrell6953]

By just looking at him and listening to him here in 1973, it's hard to tell that he was already so ill. He was a good performer and singer.

[@stephenwardle8405]

Underrated. Probably most underrated singer of all time. Certainly never hear anyone mention him.

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@patriciamoore1908]

Ya'll missed it not to have been here with Bobby Darin, truly a great performer

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..😊

[@RitaHestand]

Bobby Darrin knew he wouldn't live to be an old man. He was a cocky young man and many didn't like that fact. However, no one could ever dispute his talent. He had talent in his little toe. The man was music. Death hung over him so much that his marriage to Sandra Dee failed. But a doctor when he was young let him overhear a conversation not meant for him and so Bobby knew that whatever he did in life he had to do early. He put his heart and soul in music.

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@thebeta53]

he is one of my all time favorite singers ...today not one as talented as they are can hold a candle to him

[@PatrickWall12]

Bobby Darin and Hank Williams are 2 of my very favourite singers. Excellent.

[@GrtSatan]

Darrin was a vastly talented purist and musical proselitizer who used the foot in the door he got from "Splish Splash" to expand the horizons of his audience. What a privilege it is to enjoy these performances of him sharing great music that his average fans might not be familiar with.

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

Do i look average buddy

[@deniseharris1615]

He was unbelievably talented! From 1959 to today, I never get tired of listening or watching him perform. He may have passed away in 1973, but continues to live on through his music.

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@dwtslvr]

You know, no one has left me with a better memory of the quintessential performer but Bobby Darin. I'm so sad he was taken from us way to young, but I'm glad I got to grow up listening to him. And thank you for posting.

[@RichardEsveldt]

I love bobby darin, one of the best performers ever! what a showman! I'm a singer aswell, and if I only have 50% of his performance I would be glad! I'm 23 years old but I love his music! died to young!

[@TheBrooklynbodine]

Believe it or not "Splish Splash" made the COUNTRY charts! Talk about versatile!

[@Kate1Chopin]

I was too young to hear him back then. But lately have discovered him. Wow, brilliant versatile, sexy man. Superb singer. What a loss so young. Imitators, beware. You will not come close to this genius. 💕💕

[@hategreed1]

Yep, And his ACTING was as great as his singing. Check out Jack Benny Bobby Darin episode on YT, for a sample. He was superb in every movie, a natural, who could really empathize with each character he played. Everything he did was top of the field.

[@MrsMorse]

The master and commander. Nobody else like him. Never will be. Thanks for posting this terrific rendition of the great Hank William song. Bobby earned the right to be called a legend.

[@Quixote010]

This guy was good. What a talent. Can;t think of anyone today with the versatility and range of this guy.

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

👍🏼👈🎸

[@David-yw2lv]

One of the most performers ever.Stillbmissed after over half a century.

[@gbgentry9295]

Other than his incredibly engaging stage presence, I am continually amazed by his ability to absolutely own so many musical styles and be so darn good at all of them. Splish/Splash? yeah ok, Mack the Knife? oh yeah, Lonesome Whistle by Hank Williams with such conviction and respect for the original artist? Oh my gawd....Staggering.

[@fingletoad]

excellent, nobody like bobby...he never got the credit he deserved, thank you

[@jonbrakefield8887]

I wish this version was on spotify.

[@daniel60297]

Great singer,amaizing voice, big band,eveything

[@bdfan50]

Bobby Darin was the master entertainer, no one did it better than Bobby, any song he wanted to sing, any instrument he wanted to play and on top of that academy nominated actor, and danced very well too, just the best. thanks for posting

[@cindybee7461]

My mom loved Bobby. Every time I hear him I think of mom...

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@junepwoo4529]

Mr Bobby Darrin, you are a musical GENIUS. RIP - you left us way too soon.

[@JPeterford]

Sad song.. but Bobby Darin just makes me feel good.

[@stevenmeyer8245]

Still hurts . . I grew up listening to his music.

[@justinmartin69jm]

Beautiful rendition of a classic. Bobby done Hank proud.

[@hategreed1]

I agree. I've heard some of the others. I thnk Hank would have been well pleased with Bobby's tribute.

[@ConnieinVirginia]

Superb cover of this song.😊

[@brucepowell9252]

Man could sing anything like no one else. He is a legend, of course.

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

👍🏼👈

[@arneepalsson7291]

The whole show from this is taken is absolutly fantastic.I have it on dvd and watch it very often.The best song from the show I thing is Help me make it throug the night (by Kris Kristofersson) Bobby Darin is simply one of the greastits!!

[@fingletoad]

The total "performer". No one can beat Bobby Darin. Thanks for posting!!

[@AnnalisaGrace1545]

I think Hank would approve. Great version!

[@edwiles5258]

i am a big Dobby Darin fan from the 60s when his pop songs were such great hits. this is a great rendition of Hank's song.....Darin certainly was a great talent.....i really like this rock version of that song...almost a blues theme

[@mjmjersey]

Amazing brilliant performance

[@smitty54017]

What a voice! RIP Bobby!

[@JCA1120Productions]

Bobby Darin was unique. He could croon with the best of them like Sinatra, Martin and Bennett. Then he could do folk songs like Simple Song of Freedom like Seeger. He could do country too and his rendition of Midnight Special shows he can do blues/soul. A true performer. One of the best and most versatile.

[@natalieweiss5193]

Jake Aferiat he could also sing Ray Charles like he was born to do it. Unbelievable. Bobby was the best there will ever be.

[@milesgma]

Bobby Darin was always my 'guilty pleasure'. When he was considered un-cool I was listening to the voice and the talent. As other's have said, RIP Bobby.

[@natalieweiss5193]

Hadn’t heard him do this version until now. The one on Spotify is different. As Darin goes, all versions of everything he ever did are all perfect. This is no exception. What an absolute master.

[@butem123]

I think with sad how many beautiful song we lost with his early death....

[@wade477588]

Outstanding version of Hank Williams Sr.'s great song. I think Hank would've enjoyed listening to Bobby sing it.

[@pennyrichardson3571]

wade477588 I am sure he would have loved this!

[@windycitykitty]

@@pennyrichardson3571 I read some where that whenever Hank went to a diner or bar, he headed for the jukebox - in addition to his own records, he wanted to check for covers of his songs by other singers. They say he did enjoy hearing them (and any royalties too, I'm sure).

[@steveendicott1855]

@@windycitykitty Yes that's the first thing he did at a restaurant,see who was covering one of his songs He loved Tony Bennett's version of Cold Cold Heart and his favorite singer was Johnny Ray

[@mandykhoo2473]

wow..guitar balancing...turns the whole song around..meats it up to blues and still do the hat??? musical genius on this...

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

👍🏼👈🎶

[@namnoiz]

Bobby could sing any style of song and make it sound great!

[@lyallg8112]

Bobby’s fan (and this included Elvis), all know how underrated Bobby is). Let’s also take a minute to reflect on Hank Williams. To quote a friend of mine, ‘where would we be without him’.

[@milesgma]

God he was great.

[@stevedavis3895]

@JoeJoe Graz lkkkkkkjjjjkljkjjjjjjjjjhjkkjkkjkhbhjrg

[@TheCliffandPhilShow]

And he does so many genres so well!:)

[@akapuliewalnuts]

Bobby Darin a totally awesome singer and entertainer.

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@conniecharley7086]

Bobby can sing besides splish splash pretty good talented young man wish he was still with us he would have gone far.. Love his singing voice..

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@Lpptogo]

WOW! One of his best performances. I never heard this by him before. Thank you for posting this!

[@Harp_and_Guitar_Moving_Forward]

No problem

[@john111257]

37 ..he looked so good here..talent OR WHAT????

[@tywong178]

Talented people died young! Bobby Darin, Elvis, Rick Nelson, Hank Williams, Buddy Holly.......

[@ruthbumbar8142]

@@tywong178 also Eddie Cochran very talented and died at 21 back in 1960

[@jefftycarson5969]

Bobby Darin the voice 50 and 60 👏🕴🎙🎤🎼🎶🎵🎵🎹🙏

[@chaschas7]

what a great performer this guy could do it all

[@DDee-oi6kn]

Such a talent - such a loss. Such a sad ending.

[@TerryHarrisontbh]

I have never heard Bobby sing this great old song before. Thanks for posting it.....Terry

[@Sws726]

Great version, tops em all.

[@vernwallen4246]

Did you hear him,HANK?He knocked that one out of the ball park.💕💕💕

[@marilynstevenson865]

Oh, Mary Anne..you put it so well.You really do know your stuff. Thank you. Mal

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@jandeband]

He could sing anything ❤

[@judyhano8277]

What a voice and voice control. What else is there to say? (What a hunk.)

[@weeweelegs]

what a talent, all rounder only the good die young

[@sherryberry1615]

He was a sexy man. Watching him on those duets tore me up

[@jetztgenug]

Many thanks for this performance!!

[@seaslipper1]

Goodness, he does so many genres.

[@PrincessWarsop]

He could cover anything!!

[@olivialoveable]

wow, he does GREAT country blues rock, i am amazed! this is like my new favorite!!!

[@bg147]

It was freakish that he could play all different types of music and instruments with equal ability. On top of it all, he wrote many classics.

[@chachiwahi]

Love the whistle noise he makes!

[@jimaluko]

exactly, nobody could have done it better

[@deborahmorton547]

Incredible voice!

[@FolkandFashionDolls]

Lord to think that he was dead by the end of this year 1973..makes ya wonder..no doubt he chose slower songs & such as his health was failing. Mack the Knife though will always be his signature song and the #1 song of the 20th century. RIP Bobby.

[@chiaraarena3018]

Ce lo sognamo un cantante cosi ai giorni d oggi.....leggenda

[@tonymarinelli7304]

What an enormous talent.

[@gladietita]

¡wath voice man!. wonderful song.!you sing with de heart.!you are one the best really!

[@magiknumber3]

bloody hell... mr darin is just sublime....!!

[@rafaelreside359]

Thank you all of you folks here on FB who gave beautiful Comments about Bobby Darin ♥️🎼🎶🎶🎶🎶/ Rosario M.Reside 🙍🏻‍♀️May 21, 2019

[@snicklefritz6182]

It feels like he was just beginning his long stride into his true future in music, and then he was gone.

[@pennyrichardson3571]

Just plain BEAUTIFUL!

[@MichaelDonald-bu1ew]

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..

[@danm9092]

Thanks never heard that. Great singing. I'm grateful for KZbin and you.

[@rfwielebinski]

Just an awesome rendition, second to none, ciao Francis

[@JimCGames]

I’ve never heard this song before (that I can recall). He did an awesome job. Loved it.

[@bdfan50]

I just did some research on who actually wrote this song, Bobby is right Hank Williams wrote this song and Jimmy Davis supplied the title. I don't really care who wrote the song I just love the song and the way Bobby sings it!!! great song great post thanks.

[@c.woudstra8662]

Wat kan luisteren naar iemand die dit presteert geweldig zijn.

[@patriciapagan5582]

The greatest of the greatest ❤

[@SonicStarReal]

Love me.. Some Bobby Darin!!!

[@tomthompson5686]

I'm feeling it top Bobby Darin. Thank you jimaluko, great post.

[@1961corvette]

Awesome!!! Fricken Great!!! Better than the original!!!

[@babyyvie]

LOVE HIM!

[@elviscollectables]

Fantastic.

[@OnlyVisitingU]

Hank would have been proud of Bobby...

[@zorinabakah8182]

Yep, one geniuses tribute to another genius. Hope they sing it in music heaven.

[@MAC-ws8fz]

Very versatile man.