Jonathan Richman - Let Her Go Into The Darkness Live

late night, '94 or '95 i think. enjoy!

[@BenCulture]

Sincerest, least-cynical "living legend" there is.

[@Gated360]

He is the best live show around. His silliness is what makes his live shows so great.

[@ImMoonMan]

the tone on his solo sounds like a heartbroken drunk, such passion, such ruthless honesty there.

[@jennylynnem.4218]

He’s one of those artists that sounds amazing live, even better live than studio.

[@Tailas444]

Nope, this is not a joke. Jonathan Richman is awesome

[@suburbanwhitedad7338]

The ultimate “she belongs to the streets” song.

[@Mcmaldad]

From git?

[@agustinamansur5665]

This guy charisma is so addictive to me😍

[@Sleepingporchdog]

Back in the day we followed Jonathan from Austin's Liberty Lunch to Dallas' Poor David's Pub on consecutive nights. Such an awesome vibe. It was the best of times. The Modern Lovers will remain in rotation for eternity.

[@swineherd7]

Just had to stop and listen to a great version of one of my favorite songs by an incredible American songwriter and authentic rock'n'roll figure.

[@vicpur]

Ive just listened to this 10 times in a row! I cant stop hitting "replay"!!!

[@brontox098]

Decided I'd come back here after years of not listening to this song. An amazing live performance!

[@khnum8291]

One of the best performers i never had the pleasure to watch live, brilliant, funny, talented. Jonathan Richman, one of the last great ones for sure. Music at its best. 10\10

[@frankirfourfingers]

This guy knew exactly about my break up in 2012,right down to were I was putting my shoes on and going for a walk

[@vicpur]

When that guitar kicks in my skin reacts!!! The best song Ive rediscovered for years!!

[@kidn]

I could watch him all day..... amazing.

[@vicpur]

Magical!! Think Jonathans guitar playing should be more recognised. An AWESOME entertainer.

[@kazekana33]

He's just another singer. And I wish there was more singers like him around! Rare case? It needn't to be. LET'S GO LET'S GO! MUCH RESPECT!

[@Vishangro]

Jonathan at the peak of his powers. Joy and wonder personified!

[@courtneyacoleman]

Perfect compliment to “You Can’t Talk to the Dude.”

[@mattgilbert7347]

I saw him do this live on my birthday in 97, Sydney Metro. Just Jonathan & drums. It was beautiful.

[@TheAutisticCat]

i luv jonathan. seen him live five times. but he just doesn't come across in these yt videos. I don't know why. so much better in person

[@saltemann]

I'm going to climb up on the roof, smoke a joint, and look at the stars now. Life is simple.

[@notoriouslizw]

sweetest voice. in my top ten!

[@liefur]

this song really helped with my break up

[@catnipmarliboo]

This is so wonderful. Captures the joy Jonathan exudes and elicits, even while singing about a sad scene. Thank you.

[@TheLivsey]

good old Jonathan, his songs always hit the spot!

[@gomcocramp]

laundromat laundromat laundromat...

[@VeraJayda]

i love him!!

[@orbison]

5 people would rather Mary ended up with Brett Favre

[@SomeoneJr]

orbison LOL

[@jeithorpe]

Love this tune. It made me go buy the "Live from 6A" CD. Which also has the wonderful Edwyn Collins' song, A Girl Like You. Sadly, both of these song remind me of an ex-love of mine. Too bad she was bound and determined to go into the darkness.

[@freerightturn]

damn man, lovely song!...

[@SirHatchporch]

Thanks for uploading this. This is the first version I ever heard/saw back in the day and it is still my favorite. Just perfect.

[@steveritt]

Onan O'Brian show. Jojo tops as ever. Still a great show in 2009 - go see and enjoy!

[@dirtonknees2]

Thanks for sending this to me BRYCE K aka X-Man 😊

[@djkrueger]

great great song!

[@ChuckBoris3]

i think he's doing the singing, rhythm and lead live, as well as the drummer live, with a backing track to follow along with (with the backup vocals and such... so no he's not lip syncing, the mics just keep dropping out leaving only the little chorus in the background...

[@vintagevhsarchive]

July 28, 1995 Thanks!

[@user-ct2dx9ly7k]

Love Jonathan vibes. We want a concert in Greece!

[@bathyslab]

A genius

[@mehodonia]

Beautiful!

[@ChuckBoris3]

no, that's just how Johnathan Richman is in real life. One of his biggest complaints is people saying things like that about him and his music. I just think he's severely misunderstood by the norm.

[@paulphot1]

Wow, fantastic! Thanks for putting this up. I just saw him tonight in London and he was great, so charismatic

[@MetaRinse]

i agree. there should be more videos of him circulating the web. his live performances are fantastic

[@TheLivsey]

Haha, Jonathan I love you.

[@AnimeLover1215]

This is so awesome!! xD

[@timlee19]

I've always loved this song, and this is a great performance! And that guitar is beautiful!! Can't get enough of Epiphones! Thanks for posting this.

[@SnarfBanks]

No joke, just a great musician

[@taxe420]

wow that was really good

[@arjunvsharma]

let her go! let her go! let her go!

[@IslandersLikeMe]

You did it again! Awesome!!

[@lancashirebomber9744]

brilliant man is our jonathan.

[@zachbdude]

thats the ultimate solo dance! i am determined to learn to dance like that

[@4lifeEDM]

Into the darkness goes🚪 Kelly, Natalie, Tricia,Kara,Taylor,Rebecca,Pearl,Esmeralda...🛌

[@clairestare7629]

I love this

[@andreasglumm]

let me stay in his brightness!

[@timlee19]

I've done a bit of research (yes, I AM that sad! haha) - It's an Epiphone Emperor Regent!

[@ShindlersFiist]

Let her go, let her go

[@ChristopherPlatt]

I once Googled an internet ad for a business for sale. It was named "Laundromat, Laundromat, Laundromat".

[@petemavus2948]

LOL funny

[@jimmydunn1659]

The best

[@skurfja36]

not enough jonathan richman videos on youtube

[@petemavus2948]

I agree!!!

[@youvexme]

Thanks for this video. I just became a fan!

[@briansmith2163]

Genius

[@artfuldodgeress]

i saw him a few weeks ago in philly at a church. the only thing bad about it was the audience. it was packed with artsy kids. all the men had beards and horn-rimmed glasses. all the girls had short hair and plaid shirts. they were all swaying, not dancing, and i couldn't see him a bit. but his commentaries in every song were really great, and it's best to record it when you're there, cause you'll never get the same recording twice.

[@Spectrescup]

There's no excuse for beards

[@trilijan1]

love it :)))

[@swdist68]

Great Song

[@Jonepk]

Not enough Jonathan Richman on youtube imo

[@dioneck]

epic!

[@loosebelt]

yeah, stellar

[@Psychopathis]

you should sing that to di caprio "YOU HEAR THAT JACK???"

[@JOAKIIN087]

weniximo!!!!

[@kyleketchemonia]

His ageless

[@Zookhaarh]

2:52 :D .... LOL :) I love it

[@chromeeyelashes]

This is killer =p

[@velorab]

Let her go into the darkness ...

[@sonicboyPT]

this song might make other people happy and cheerfull but it just reminds me of my ex. Got to take those sheets to the laundromat :(

[@bosszeroboss]

He's more a comedian than a musician.

[@petemavus2948]

The bizzare combination along with a unique talent for folly weird me out with JOY!

[@panusjr]

Laundromat, Laundromat.........

[@arsonica]

his band, the modern lovers had one of the first punk singles ever, john cale recorded their demos.Go read a book or something.

[@PokeySoggybottom]

@extremelybusy123 Thank you for taking the time to help me in life, being extremely busy and all. I don't get the impression that artfuldodgeress has the views that you rather hastily endowed her with. I think she was commenting more on the fact that she found herself, somewhat unfortunately, in a roomful of fashion clones. This can be a bit painful at times, as can any measure of "swaying". Besides, she was only lightly mocking. I believe everybody should be made fun of equally! Chillax.

[@holsdpuffnstuff]

think there is a backing track going on with bass, backing guitar and keys.

[@therealparanormale]

it's love forever yo

[@waynechapman9823]

I actually know who this song was written for. My friend Jerry told me a while back, and I was blown away cause I kinda felt this song was written for ME in a way. Not literally, but it perfectly addresses what I was going through years ago regarding a good friend of mine that I was very worried about. Would always think about her when I heard this. Shame about the dropouts in this video.

[@kellyoreilly2806]

Who was it written for?

[@SrPeskaito]

donde puedo encontrar esta canción, pero con la guitarra eléctrica?

[@DendyJungle]

Daniel lee i am looking for that tf!

[@swdist68]

I am not sure if his mic cuts out or someone has dubbed a CD over the video. I do not think he is lip-syncing though.

[@victorpuentedura]

Looks like Dr Cox

[@ceslovas5555]

there is something about mary version was better - where can i find it? link or song download plz help

[@sucramnormark]

Well, the voice background is prerecorded. So is the second guitar

[@Gizmar2011]

I really like to know what kind of man did she leave JoJo for? Ik mean, why? Are there any cuter guys than him around? An where are they hiding, for Gods sake.

[@PokeySoggybottom]

@extremelybusy123 I agree with you--both music elitists and haters are so very tiring.If haters have a purpose it is hopefully that, through their mindless vitriolic attacks, they make others strive to be their polar opposites! And yet in the spirit of sociology (apposed to boring political correctness), it's fun to delve into the finer points of group behaviour in a relatively non-malicious way, as I believe artfuldogeress did. Incidently, I,too, like to 'spread the love' whenever I can! Peace.

[@SrPeskaito]

where may I find this song, but with electric guitar?

[@MaghoxFr]

+Daniel lee this is an electric guitar

[@DendyJungle]

MaghoxFr ok smart ass... he meant the version with the fuzzy fx sounding guitar

[@MaghoxFr]

Truman What are you, his translator? He said electric guitar, that's a fucking electric guitar. Go fuck yourself.

[@SrPeskaito]

Sorry, I did not listen to the song and what I was looking for was this 1:43 i am a monguer i srr again

[@jackwebson1653]

Sounds like zappa

[@liefur]

is he lip syncing? it looks like there was a technical issue at 0:44, where you stop hearing the lyrics but his lips still move. although, i guess the mic could have just cut out.

[@Nebrosky_Fun_Made]

Охуенный чел, слов нет!

[@neonmall8737]

0:45

[@pulpago]

isnt this song a cover? i thought about it?

[@cretsina]

@bosszeroboss no way

[@vicpur]

Cause she's taking drugs,What did you expect?

[@vicpur]

Of course she's taking drugs.

[@mazingerzetaa]

@oglioko And his boyfriend

[@sucramnormark]

Who´s the invisible second guitar player...?