Jimmy LaFave "River Road"

musicfog.com Recorded live at the Music Fog Marathon at Threadgill's in Austin, Texas, during SXSW® music week 2011. Jimmy LaFave is accompanied by Jeff Plankenhorn (guitar), Glenn Schuetz (bass), Chip Dolan (keys), and Bobby Kallus (percussion).

[@almification]

4 years you departed this earthly world but you are forever in our hearts and soul.

[@nickb3510]

I discovered Jimmy last year. What an emotion invoking talent. Wish I knew of him earlier in life. Just beautiful

[@ronfreeman5857]

Only just discovered this man.. and what a great talent he was...Voice, music.. brilliant!! Rest with Angels.. Jim..

[@georgemoore2444]

I dedicated this song to my wife of 37 years. no sad story, just wanted her to know that she is my everything.

[@Justbahduh]

People like Jimmy are rare.❤

[@nwbeachcomber]

I only just discovered Jimmy and his music..so glad to know his voice and songs. A new found favorite.. Your songs living on Jimmy..

[@nickb3510]

Never ceases to amaze me. From a recently recruited fan, thank you, Jimmy. I only wish I'd have discovered you in life

[@jacicrimmccrary]

I miss Jimmy every day. Thank God we have his music to remember him by.

[@SitesThatSuck]

I first heard this song few years on my truck radio one night driving home after my girlfriend ended our 5 year relationship. As soon as I got home I looked up the song on youtube and must of listened to it 20 times in a row. I didn't know Jimmy died. RIP legend.

[@karenschulz6733]

This’ll plow up some emotion.. that’s fo sho.

[@MrProgrick]

One of the most beautifully written and performed songs ever!

[@tommymcinley8787]

kmkmk l . .m 😊

[@ko.ko33]

yes! yez!

[@wilkiepup1]

I cannot hear this song without tears streaming.

[@karenschulz6733]

Oh! My heart!

[@123logmeon]

Great song.... Jimmy was not know as well as he should have been... As a brother musician, I will sing this one and dedicate it to him and thank him for the deep emotion and love it shares... Rest easy Jimmy, you did good... Jim

[@TheHarleyrulz]

What a beautiful song. Jimmy was such a treasure that we lost to soon.

[@MS-Sweet-T]

His voice was like that of an angel; he's where he no longer is in pain. He's surrounded by so much love, we cannot imagine the energy love has on all souls there. Given his voice is filled great love and heard as angelic, now that his strength his back, he can sing; any confusion is gone. His fans will miss the beauty of on stage performances. All of the musicians' instruments play with perfected skill - harmonizing as they play notes memorized. The music is incredibly beautiful as Jimmy begins to sing in angel tones. Songs we enjoy and relate to. His voice, the harmony, and the fans provide amazing energy as they are swept away by how beautiful the music is. All within earshot are drawn to the great talent that is Jimmy! He and the band are magical. He will be missed desperately; he'll never be forgotten. He gave us beautiful music that was done with perfection. They are all impressive. And then, you see who they are: good and humble people who care about all who come to hear the beautiful perfection that is Jimmy LaFave. When we get to heaven, we'll see all of the band together again at some point. It's very nice to have access to his CD's and in other formats. He sings me to sleep. God bless those left with a void they cannot fill. And God Bless Jackson.

[@reyrod6078]

Just came across this artist! Such an amazing singer! What happened ?😔

[@UTJK.]

I discovered this great songwriter thanks to a cover of Never is a moment, made by Zucchero. His music is wonderful, I feel lucky to have discovered him. I'm sure he was as sweet as his music. RIP.

[@eb782nd7]

This is mine and my fiances song. When i first showed her this (i learned about it as a kid when my dad took me to a concert) she immediately wanted to see if he could play live it love for our wedding and that year he passed. I still cannot wait to have my first dsnce with her to this song, it means so much to us.

[@MrAnthonyVance]

A man who sings with conviction -- can I say more. Standing ovation!

[@michaelsix9684]

hard to watch this, recall his live show from long ago--incredible artist--glad he has KZbin videos out there--he is greatly missed

[@LarryAllenBrown]

What a beautiful song from an honest soul. Love it.

[@wb1985]

We all need a River Road.

[@craneguypaul]

Oh my god, this reached deep into my heart. So going to miss you Jimmy LaFave

[@nickpug]

He gets to my soul.

[@324jb]

missing this man... this song is a treasure... as is he ... ♡

[@karenschulz6733]

Yes.

[@dannkissner2198]

RIP Jimmy Lafave!

[@webhipster]

We're glad that you're here Jimmy.

[@a7thgentexan]

RIP... write those songs in heaven....

[@picknfish]

Shari Mallory-Maxa He did... if eyes could but truly see...

[@alexandermuir3119]

A great tune,sung from deep down.

[@Jtau81]

Beautiful voice and melodies.

[@wb1985]

Jimmy - thanks for a great song

[@Louis19566]

it gives me goosebumps everytime I listen to it. And I listen to it a lot ! :-)

[@karenschulz6733]

I’m right there with ya.

[@taradharma]

beautiful song. one of my favorites. tell it like it is, Jimmy!

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

great performer--great songs--saw him just once in Houston--sorry to learn he has cancer

[@jacicrimmccrary]

We will always love you, Jimmy...It's a great big world...and we're so glad that you're here. What a song! Prayers for you!

[@birdyt052]

Definetly going to my favorites. We love u jimmy

[@Louis19566]

Correct lyrics (as Jimmy sang it): River road - Jimmy LaFave There's something that I gotta say, it's been needed for a long time. They say the truth can set you free. Hey, let me say what's on my mind. If my words should fail me now, I hope that you could understand. ‘Cause baby you deserve much more, than the person that I am. Take a walk down the river road. Let it ease your mind. ‘Cause I'm in love with you. I’ve been for a long, long time. Take a walk down the river road. Let your pain just disappear. It’s a great, big world. Hey, I’m glad that you’re here. And I have seen the sun shine down, equal on everyone. Hey I've watched it walk away, when the day was done. Lost in the shadows there, it was me and my mortal soul. But baby, you have pulled me through, hey, more than you could ever know. Take a walk down the river road, ‘cause it's a brand new day. The sorrow can not touch you now, let it all fade away. Take a walk down the river road, with no trouble in your mind. Everything is gonna be just fine ….. They say in every life, we may have some deep regret. Forgiveness has its own free will, perhaps it hasn't found me yet. But I say to anyone, that I’ve hurt along the way. Time is such a healing wind, o, I hope it blows your way. Take a walk down the river road, take it in the morning light. i promise by the end of day, things are gonna be alright. Take a walk down the river road, let your pain disappear. It's a great, big world, I'm glad that you're here. Hey, I always will love you and I’m glad you’re here. In this great, big world I’m so glad that you’re here!

[@Doobie2277]

RIP Jimmy LaFave

[@susanquardokus-vs1qp]

The Lord is my River

[@sparkcreativeservices7274]

RIP, sir.

[@martywilliams6417]

Lovely compilation! Miss you, Jimmy!

[@oldnrone]

now that's beautiful!!

[@feliciasmolandes6923]

Beautiful lyrics; lovely musical notes floating around;; the sounds know no limits; and The celestial image arises when Jimmy pours out his first emotion in a friendly environment. God Bless Ameris......"simply want my country back." JImmy LF

[@katja968]

Love this so much ❣️🙏

[@timmitchnz]

Beautiful!

[@TheBluzgal]

such sweet n honest sincerity.....luv this

[@324jb]

this one gets me every time..... perfection...

[@nicolaanna]

Beautifull voice and song

[@rtoadietodd]

Beautiful song...a song from the heart.a cry from the soul...Beautiful

[@sheryldt]

I love your singing........so sorry. RIP

[@jonathanjenkins8230]

What the fucking legend amazing never forgotten there's only one of a kind he was it

[@kevinbankhead8936]

Wonderful.

[@gtownjeffro]

Just heard the news man, prayers heading your way!!

[@keithhickle]

wow... just wow....

[@FRANKBLUEKA-Official]

Love it!!!

[@turkmusik]

There's something that I gotta say It's been needed for a long, long time They say the truth can set you free Let me say what's on my mind And if my words should fails me now I hope that you would understand You deserve much more Than the person that I am Take a walk down a river road Let it ease your mind I'm in love with you Have been for a long, long time Take a walk down a river road Let the pain just disappear I love you, baby I'm glad that you're here I have seen the sun shine down Equal on everyone And I've watched it walk away When the day was done Lost in the shadows there Me and my mortal soul Baby, you have pulled me through More than you could ever know Take a walk down a river road It's a brand new day The sorrow can't touch you now Let it all fade away Take a walk down a river road No trouble in your mind Everything's gonna be just fine They say in every life We may have some deep regret Forgiveness has its own free will Perhaps it hasn't found me yet But I say to anyone, that we hurt Along the way Time is such a healing wind And I hope it blows your way Take a walk down a river road Take it in the morning light I promise by the end of the day Things are gonna be alright Take a walk down a river road Let the pain just disappear It's a great big world I'm glad that you're here

[@elizabethstetler9808]

Great song !!

[@suz9851]

beautiful

[@crow2able]

Deep sorrow.

[@Jacky-eq5wl]

So beautiful 🙏💗

[@CrazyHenkie777]

wow great voice, great song 5/5

[@trdougherty]

Incredible soul

[@geepeerces]

7 people who thumbs downed this have no soul.

[@laurenmerritt9064]

10 now, and hell awaits!

[@richedmunds5605]

Semi agree . Only I’m not the one that is qualified to judge Anyone. I Dearly Love This Song . It has many different meanings. Two emotions make me cry when I replay this song. JoyFullness and Sadnesses . I prefer the Joy Full Love I Experience when I “listen” to every purposeful note .

[@desertskies3542]

I totally agree, Jimmy puts his heart and soul into ALL songs. Anyone that doesn't feel this music I feel sorry for...thanks for your beautiful music Jimmy! God Bless You ❤

[@Logan-wv8qf]

They’re just unhappy people.

[@Louis19566]

or no ears

[@phyllismurphy1491]

Saw you in Egg Harbor, Wisconsin on Monday...love ya!

[@evelines4533]

love it...

[@rayquigley1327]

Whoever this drummer is - he is really good.

[@patsyraney9940]

Bobby Kallus.

[@RocketRodCub]

Wow!

[@brillero2356]

riposa in pace jimmy...le persone umili e migliori se ne vanno sempre troppo presto

[@eb782nd7]

This is mine an my fiance's first song, the only song I'll dance to first and the first song ive ever introduced her to

[@theSuperdave501]

Great song , where's the viewers ???

[@christinehart3336]

love.

[@trdougherty]

RIP

[@bennyrlove]

Mr. Lafave love your voice and arrangements- wish to hear your do R.E.M.'s Everybody hurts or Dylans Knocking on heaven's door

[@donjeffcoat5683]

RIP Jimmy

[@OldSlydjook]

too good for only one upright thumb ;-)

[@SuperSergiosj]

❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

[@jimcasola6456]

great

[@ronrobek2465]

Can we get some audio, and video credits up there?

[@MusicFog]

We usually stay behind the scenes. But the Music Fog video crew usually consists of Jim McBean and Chris Walsh (cameras, lighting, & editing), with audio engineered and mixed by Aaron Lee.

[@googull271]

Ron Robek And the players. I'm trying to find out who the drummer is. He's got a super groove with minimal equipment! This is an amazing performance & recording!!!

[@BDMSTUDIOS]

Ron Robek TOUCHÉ!

[@bvanderford]

I still think of her when I hear JL sing this song. Wonder why

[@lucatoscano8151]

Un artista ispirato.

[@robertboissey2758]

Nice

[@mootzmoody]

Dig this...

[@johneggeling7271]

Several years since I first heard this version, far superior to the original by Dylan. Been playing it ever since, along with many others by him. His passing was a sad loss . . .

[@spindrift32]

does anybody know the chords ? thank you for the help.

[@Louis19566]

www.countrytabs.com/tablature/Jimmy_LaFave/River_Road_Chord_43664/

[@RandyClaggett-z6n]

Why isn't he in the songwriter hof???😮

[@noopster17]

With Joe bonamassa goin' in commercial mode, and Walter Trout dyin' the only question remains. who's gonna save the blues?

[@occasionsphoto]

was this written by Chris Knight?

[@bourbonfan1]

eye hurt cme

[@sjlefebvre]

RIP Jimmy