John Prine - "Color Of The Blues" Featuring Susan Tedeschi

[@brianmahoney467]

Many moons ago, over 50 years, John Prine was just starting out. I had the divine privilege to see him close up acoustic on a local community college gymnasium floor with only about 20 people in attendance. He was unknown at the time, but what an immediate awesome presence! His music was incredible! Such a unique talent. Lots of story telling in between songs. He captured everyone's attention. I was an instant fan. To this day I'm grateful to have had that experience. I'll miss him forever....

[@jacquismith3277]

I've never seen him perform. My introduction to him was on The Old Grey Whistle Test in 1973. He sang Sam Stone which moved me very much. Just a young lad with a guitar. He blew me away. I'm glad you saw him around that time. It sounds like a wonderful experience. (I am a little envious!)

[@rodbrock4759]

I love his music and glad his music lives on.

[@motojoesaddiction2777]

Have been a lifelong fan of John's...saw him live in Ithaca NY at a small venue in the 1970s. Have many of his albums. An incredible talent! Love the way he melds life's experiences into his songs...both with humor and sorrow. He's greatly missed. There will never be another!

[@rodbrock4759]

WOW What a great memory

[@rodbrock4759]

I play music and one of my styles I try to pattern after John Prine. What a fine person and musician.

[@christinedureau3467]

Wonderful marriage of voices.

[@josmotherman591]

For John to honor one of his heroes, George Jones, and have Susan do a duet with him on this 1958 gem, is my favorite of his duets. Susan Tedeschi has evolved into one of the best voices out there. And this tribute is just another side of John that made him John. I miss him.

[@dappy848]

Massive fan of Susan

[@zakhossain3004]

JP is A true American original-born in the Midwest and worked as a blue color worker. Depicted pain, love, emotion of all Americans. There will not be another JP!

[@dansmit8325]

John Prine is a global treaure

[@SigMendelsson]

Huge Prine fan ... but I'm still chuckling over the humor of the placement of a full throaty rumble under the video of the MG midget pulling through the ticket booth. So very Prinean.

[@RandyHampton-mg1gw]

Saw John Prine at Texas Opra House in Houston back in the 70’s. Followed up Delbert McClintock. Go to go back stage and shake hands with a legend.

[@greghobbs1728]

It may be ironic , but I must agree with Jason Isbell , that American poet , John Prine , aged like whiskey. His vocal delivery got better with his recovery from "C" RIP...Beautiful American Man.

[@JoeBlow-qv1bc]

John Prine is a national treasure.

[@henerymag]

Indeed he is. Being Canadian I'll call him a worldly treasure, but yes, he's yours.

[@bluegills2]

Amen to that...a thousand times.

[@karengibbs8998]

he's the greatest love song written ever! !

[@heavybluesunderground3922]

Yes, yes. That's true... But let's not ignore Susan. She's true blue.

[@BruceBrown1952]

Great tune!

[@Recycledhooligan]

Can’t believe he’s gone now the world is a much darker place John thanks for all the great music

[@frankiebrown1481]

just listening to blue is the color of the blues what a song what a man rip John x

[@argullo5150]

I actually thinks it's brighter because of the songs he left behind.

[@Recycledhooligan]

argullo5150 yes I agree with that point as well Spanish pipedream & souvenirs are the 2 I’m currently listening to

[@jimstovall1613]

Good music like this lightens up darker places.

[@aybz9]

God that's beautiful.

[@joehiett6209]

If that don't tug at yer heart strings , you ain't got none . Thanx John for all the years ...

[@patkeeler6645]

just heard this

[@jerrylopez8117]

I wonder if JP wrote this. I know George Jones also performed this.

[@mark1952able]

Joe Hiett; You are soo right! John and Susan sound GREAT together!!!!!

[@gregtaylor8327]

Thanks John. A diamond is what you are.

[@paulbarilla4251]

How does anyone give this a negative vote? Regardless of whether a fan or not, this is a fantastic song and performed very well.

[@nonzerosum8943]

Hey Pablo don't get your panties in a bunch.. Take a chill pill ..ain't nobody talking trash over it. Y'all like stirring up problems ?

[@blainestaples6575]

cause they don't know crap

[@waterfordrs22]

John Prine had great taste in old country tunes. The duets he recorded in his later years, that includes Mac Wiseman too are such a pleasure to listen to. He truly knew how to hit it out of the park.

[@nonzerosum8943]

Robert..George Jones, Loretta Lynn have done a good job, but it's that good ol' boy way of Prine...nothing complicated but that guy could write about the most everyday thing and and get y'all out on da flo...

[@waterfordrs22]

@@nonzerosum8943 he sure could though he didn’t write this song.

[@wctyre49]

Awesome singing.

[@jameshenderson7224]

Good God; there are so many people in this world with such great talent that never get the props they deserve.

[@ericdeer5887]

He may have never been a superstar, but his work will be remembered, sung and cherished for as long as people sing and play guitar.

[@4orrcountry]

John definitely did...during the last 10 years of his life.

[@yvesf5355]

I never heard anybody , in my 58 year's ,,with so many great great song's ,and sadly I just discovered is music two week's ago ,RP John .

[@andrewmccallum9943]

You have a long path! So many great songs from John. Mexican home, picture in a picture show, bruised orange, angel from Montgomery, fish and whistle, paradise, all the best, you got gold Enjoy the ruse E

[@amedeofilippi6336]

Same happened to me!

[@kimberly1567]

I challenge you to break down the lyrics of a few of his songs...starting with Donald and Lydia

[@tubeonline629]

@@andrewmccallum9943 Don't forget "Christmas in prison".

[@garywoodward8759]

Cancel please will do again very soon. Love JP s music same with Steve both fantastic. Miss them both!

[@petethefeet5281]

Just superb so sad John is no longer with us....

[@qkranarchist3015]

Thinking of John today. Holding him and his family in the Light. Wishing him peace.

[@markbrunsdon5016]

RIP Mr John Prine.

[@davesiler4064]

Johnny we hardly knew ya! God bless, man!

[@ceciliabrooks201]

They are so good together!

[@kennywebb3196]

He was on my Bucket List just missed him by that . . Much His Being friendly with everyone is what probably why he caught Covid My Playlist is so full of this man glad to say Ill see this man in Heaven enteraining a Group of Angels including my Mother...Thanks John

[@frankdavino7701]

Watta voice this woman....

[@suer5899]

Any time you use colors in your songs as metaphors, it hits me right in the gut. This one, You Got Gold, Blue Umbrella, One Red Rose, Bruised Orange... Love, love, love JP.

[@lottiebeauvais8423]

Best version i have heard. ☆☆☆☆☆

[@sandstoney]

Great music by John and Susan,it is a must have

[@fav5ify]

John Prine for POTUS

[@adanacman666]

she brings integrity and talent,he brings legend... thanks both of you

[@stephenlamb3929]

RIP John Prine! Great job on a George Jones classic!!

[@persevere4]

Good fortune came our way, he come back with strength from serious illnesses, for his last act, as if on a mission to leave us his last gifts; a treasure of great songs.. thank you for your uplifting songs, incomparable.. happy enchilada John. .. rip

[@jackiegates7093]

John prime is the greatest song writer of my generation

[@JimmyBlues99]

Outstanding, if you don't get John Prine, you don't get good music...absolutely one of the best this side of Dylan...any doubts just listen to Angel from Montgomery !

[@mrchildgrownold3852]

Prayers for John 🙏💔

[@letstalkmovies2684]

A truly great cover of this George Jones song.

[@kimberlymarcozzi8891]

I'm so glad he chose women who have aged with him to make this album instead of younger women. Just one more tribute to his character. Love you, John!

[@mbsnyderc]

there all younger than him.

[@diamonddave8693]

He loved singing duets with young ladies. He liked the irony in the lyrics. He liked beautiful feminine voices. He liked the contrast between his gruff presentation and their songbird deliveries. I think.

[@angelaroundy9632]

I second that motion I totally agree

[@rogers5th]

Man should be given sainthood. I know of at least five miracles he's performed.

[@fins59]

Know what you mean!

[@bluesanni2422]

R.I.P.John Prine 😢🙏❤️👼

[@leonoar4892]

Wow awesome song

[@gregfrancis5252]

'" THE BLUE BIRD IN THE TREE SEEMS TO SYMPATHISE WITH ME ",,,,,WHAT A BEAUTIFUL LINE,,,FROM SUCH A WONDERFUL MAN,,LUV YOU JOHN,,,LISTEN TO YOU EVERYDAY,,MAKES ME HAPPY,,MAKES ME SAD,,BUT OVERALL MAKES ME GLAD

[@mrdolce22]

I love John, too, but this song was written by George Jones and Lawton Williams way back when

[@peterbetts858]

This album is new to me so i can honestly say , Ahh Real . . . New Country !

[@dawnstrydom4031]

So beautiful..

[@TREYOLDHIPPIE]

Thanks Susan. Thanks John. Stay well and strong too

[@thomasprice1760]

Rip my friend.....🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@chrissawyer6318]

thanks a bunch John, for opening your own channel... man how this world has changed in 60 years. Either you live in my head, or I live in yours....no one has the power you have to share with planet Earth. Let the real change begin.

[@DeborahBryant]

We love you John Prine.

[@musicbyhaileyrose]

Up above me are the skies like the twinkle in your eyes These things are the color of the blues In the mail your letter came, the ink and paper looked the same Yes, blue must be the color of the blues Bluebird sitting in the tree seems to sympathize with me For he's not singing like he used to do The pretty waters in the sea feel as cold as you left me Yes, blue must be the color of the blues There's a rainbow overhead with more blue than gold and red Blue must be the color angels choose A blue dress you proudly wore when you left to return no more Yes, blue must be the color of the blues Blue days come and blue days go, how I feel nobody knows Life is mighty empty without you There's a blue note in each song that I sing since you are gone Yes, blue must be the color of the blues Yes, blue must be the color of the blues

[@mickvk]

That one hit me right in the feels.

[@josephhiggins4087]

Wow what a beautiful mix.

[@gregcorricello8997]

Susan sings country. Excellent!

[@lpet43]

Wonderful duet!

[@TheGonzoron]

KZbin needs a 'LOVE' button!

[@johndevenny3454]

you made me laugh, good on ya

[@1965kid]

Two of my all-time favorite artist! Perfection!

[@donnabarnes8039]

Ever a buitifull song

[@georgefleming904]

beautiful

[@ruthboykin9873]

Love this song!

[@gagmangraham]

Thank you for keeping me Country!

[@briansweetman7241]

Always loved his music since 72 miss him so much

[@kentbeery4697]

This is Awesome

[@runamok4]

Perfection!

[@rosiecampbell3574]

A super track love it

[@michaelhalton9776]

Great song with a feeling we've all had

[@toom8rs15]

So sad - Such real voices of America - So over looked - Thank you John Prine - for sharing the talent you surround yourself with - Awesome

[@lottiebeauvais8423]

Touches the soul 💖

[@gbhilton56]

RIP Storyteller

[@coltonwhitethunder3321]

Great, in so many ways.

[@ruthboykin9873]

Here again for this wonderful song!

[@bruisedorange3755]

Love it!

[@PeggyJame]

John Prine is the best

[@thorninmyside1]

Maybe my favorite in a while, I love both artists and they bless each other,

[@mikemouse5299]

Thank you for the video.I think I have been to that drive in movie.The music is fantastic.John Prine is one of those rare performers who never disappoints.Great duet.

[@bosse641]

Beauty.

[@bosse641]

Beautiful

[@jhthorn7174]

John I love what your doing. Advertising world has you and I pegged because every song I pick on KZbin is preceded by Medicaid Program ads.

[@drakosfire1064]

RIP John Prine

[@jaycook5028]

Stellar

[@knickell50]

Amazing!

[@barryspeight6109]

john prine LIVES !!

[@ToddTuinier]

Loving this... This is going to be a great album.

[@stephenlamb3929]

A great George Jones written song. Great version.

[@johnnybx3254]

Awesome! Thanks

[@stevefox3776]

Bless handsome Johnny

[@longliveoutlawcountry4144]

I love this!

[@fred33200]

superbe !

[@rogeralsop3479]

John Prine!

[@joemdee]

Be great if this came out as a dvd

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

He worked all day long and then had something to say. We all are better for it. Singing with the Angels now.

[@glennparsons8727]

So fitting 🍻🙏🍻🎼🎶🎵 RIP

[@steveflor9942]

Rest in peace, John

[@Littlewing4201]

"Up above me are the skies like the twinkle in your eyes These things are the color of the bluesIn the mail your letter came, the ink and paper looked the sameYes, blue must be the color of the bluesBluebird sitting in the tree seems to sympathize with meFor he's not singing like he used to doThe pretty waters in the sea feel as cold as you left meYes, blue must be the color of the bluesThere's a rainbow overhead with more blue than gold and redBlue must be the color angels chooseA blue dress you proudly wore when you left to return no moreYes, blue must be the color of the bluesBlue days come and blue days go, how I feel nobody knowsLife is mighty empty without youThere's a blue note in each song that I sing since you are goneYes, blue must be the color of the bluesYes, blue must be the color of the blues"Source: LyricFind

[@lindamaine-griffin1450]

Thanks for witting out the words!

[@51tomtomtom]

nice song, nice video , nice car !

[@geesewild6962]

John Prine can write a song and sing it like no one else.

[@larrydonline7671]

I agree about Prine's writing ability, however this song was written by Lawton Williams and George Jones in 1958, around the same time that Lawton wrote "Fraulein" and "Geisha Girl".

[@LoganCartwright]

In the video, John (essentially) comments how much fun he's having, using other song writers materials for this album. Less pressure, tons of fun. You go John and all your wonderful friends. Fantastic.

[@Folk-Fan]

Written by George Jones and Lawton Williams and released by Jones on January 15, 1958.

[@timhoovermusicman]

Ya,says so in the credits.

[@scottblack3381]

I spent many Friday nights at the Sunset Drive-In in Union S.C. It's gone now, theys a factory sitting on top of it. :(

[@robertdoerr5999]

Damn damn damn

[@keithbird8910]

Joe Blow (below) writes, "John Prine is a National Treasure". And he truly is. They should dedicate a National Park to him - or at least a highway!

[@bobdant312]

There is-in western Ky.

[@doniutube]

Agreed..

[@RamblinWayn]

good one

[@EKAdventures51]

We are coming to see you in Banff John, and that will be a major on my Bucket list, I just can't wait, wife and 2 daughters and a son in law makes 5, see you there