Josh Williams - Mordecai

[@colinm8200]

There he is. Mordecai. He came back as a bird and liked the jam.

[@TedLehmann]

Thanks for your comment. People keep coming to this song after a dozen years. Warms my heart.

[@colinm8200]

@@TedLehmann Im a sailor in the US navy and a Christian and i showed this to my father and my dad was shocked the bird came down. He said "Thats a sign from God" i think that bird was a spirit. It even sang along. A Bald Eagle came down once when i was singing a song to myself while sweeping the flight deck.

[@ruriiii6287]

この動画は演奏も鳥さんとのやり取りも好きでたまに見に来てしまいます😄

[@Ov3rT4k3r]

every other year i come here just to feel good

[@bonto42]

The bird even chirps along to the song!

[@ryanflemming464]

bonto that's my favorite part!! He says sing along and it starts peeping for food! 😍😍😍

[@Elfcheg]

Disney: Animals talk to you? Josh: Pfffff birds come to sing along with me!

[@Jay-lr3me]

What a great gentle guy haha he handled that like a boss

[@TedLehmann]

He handled it like a real pro.....

[@texaspickr]

Josh, you are a true musician. Never missed a beat. Great pickin fellas. You gave "Bluegrass is for the birds" a whole new meaning

[@TheReal7Bit]

There's nothing more beautiful than Bluegrass. Great performance, great music.

[@TedLehmann]

Josh Williams' Dad Tony wrote this in response to those of you who've asked about what happened to the bird. ""Josh handed it to a young lady that was a Doctor of Vetinary medicine, she later emailed that she still had the little cardinal that flew down and sang Mordecai with Josh!" Oh, note that the bird was a cardinal. I don't know if it was consecrated or not.

[@TheMelbourneMusic]

hes so chill.

[@veloise]

Bad-ass stern guitar-vocalist goes all smiley and mushy. "Sing along," he says. Love it!!

[@RevBurns1]

Thanks for the "thanks." Sent your video out to a ton of folks across the country and universal "Awwws..." are coming back! Rev. B

[@Agemrepus]

the singer's face is so genuine when that bird lands on his guitar. It's an infectious smile haha

[@keitho8131]

I watch this song every once in a while. I look for a Josh branded site. So, he would get paid. If it exists I can't find it.

[@TedLehmann]

I doubt very much that you'll find an "official" recording of this event. I shot it at the Doyle Lawson festival, held at Denton Farms Park in Denton, NC in 2011. As far as I know, my video is the only only one to catch the bird falling from the ratters onto Josh's guitar. It remains the most played song on my KZbin channel. Thanks for your comment, and please take a look at some of the more than 1500 video songs you can find there. Thanks for your comment. - Ted

[@2all4god]

Best video ever

[@TedLehmann]

Thanks for coming to my favorite bluegrass video. After thirteen years, it's still going strong. Take a look at some of the more than 1500 other bluegrass songs I have on my site. - Ted

[@marty4885]

This is the sweetest thing....I just love his kindness......I hope that I don't sound like I live in a cave in the Himalayas...but you can truly see a piece of his soul.....and I like the song too...The bird has good taste. :-)

[@tunnelcrawler3875]

Martha Hill I completely agree with you about his kindness. He has such a gentle touch and his soul shines through.

[@dakingskween]

Couldn't agree more! Love the kindness, he could have shooed it away but that's not his heart.

[@BarbaraJaneP]

Love his voice. So much. And apparently the little birdies agree.

[@mtrush98]

came for the bird stayed for the great performance.

[@BlueBassBoss]

Clearly the little birdie was a fan of superb Bluegrass music!

[@DJWRailroad]

Never get tired of watching this vid, keep visiting it periodically for an entertaining break. That bird was literally looking up at Josh, seemingly mesmerized by a voice he (or she) had never heard!

[@TedLehmann]

Thanks for your comment. It always give me a jolt when I get responses to this 12 year old recording that was just a lucky break for me.

[@DJWRailroad]

@@TedLehmann - Well, if it (as well as the performance, music) weren't great you probably wouldn't have published this vid, right Ted? Cutest darned thing the way that tiny creature seemed to be looking up at Josh and listening. Bears repeating...a great break from the daily grind!

[@nguyenhanh9554]

Even the bird loves his voice ^^

[@coups119]

Perhaps an angel, dropping in to listen! It happens!

[@Alesae132]

That bird seriously looks entranced.

[@kelath5555]

I have never heard "bluegrass" before and now I'm desperate to hear more! No wonder that bird came down and lit on your guitar. It's the sweetest sound!

[@digitalcatch]

This is so sweet! Josh certainly thinks fast on his feet. He's a fantastic performer, never missed a word while keeping the fledgling safe on his guitar. Bless you, Josh, you're a very kind man and an excellent singer.

[@FormerDeathMachine]

This is still one of my favorite videos on youtube after all these years

[@justgrassit]

One of my favorite tunes these days!!

[@tonyleeaustralia4933]

bird and bluegrass a great combination thank you so much

[@jeannie1renee2]

I like the way the mic is picking up the chirping throughout the song.

[@jackiegreeson5201]

That is the most precious thing I think I have ever seen at a concert!! 😍😍

[@RevBurns1]

Reminds me of when a baby hummingbird tried landed on our pool cover years ago. I rescued it, put it in an animal carrier and fed it for days with syrup dripping off my finger. It would then walk around my shirt and sit on my shoulder. A few days later its mother showed up and I held the baby in my outstretched hand while the mother hovered in the air just beyond my fingers and fed it. Finally got strong enough to fly away. All quite amazing...as was the video. Great stuff!

[@emerys2010]

Cinderella Josh singing with the birds lol !! it's good to see a man so kind with animals, bravo!

[@YaBoiOnTarWhunder]

I’m sitting here going “hmmm his voice sounds so familiar l. Then I go Special Consensus! The very band that got me into bluegrass

[@TedLehmann]

Thanks for your comment and visiting my site !

[@brandondillard2306]

What a cool moment

[@popoaggie]

Josh is a class act and that birdie got the best seat in the house.

[@lindalaferriere1325]

This reminds me of the day a beautiful white duck waddled up to me as I sat reading my book in the park. It laid down at my feet and took its afternoon nap. People walking by called me the duck whisperer. Truth is, I had been praying for a closer relationship with Jesus! It was a very specific prayer. I am convinced that my experience was an answer to my prayer! When something like this happens, I see God's love for all living creatures in the experience! Thanks Ted, for sharing this! Thanks Josh for your reaction. God chose you for this interaction! Saw you last night at the Sheldon in St. Louis. World class musicianship. Best wishes to you!

[@TedLehmann]

+Linda Laferriere What a lovely story and connection, Linda. A couple of years ago, I received a note from an Episcopalian Priest in Toronto asking my permission (as if he needed it) to use this video at a pastoral meeting he was conducting. He saw Josh's reaction, "I don't know what to do...." as the essential dilemma of the human condition. I never heard how the meeting progressed, but I was greatly honored to have the video honored in such a way. It has long legs and is important to lots of people in lots of ways. Thanks!

[@lindalaferriere1325]

+Ted Lehmann Josh said he didn't know what to do but he trusted the tender place in his heart, as did I that day. There were actually a total of 3 creatures in my story, the duck being the final visitor. God surely knew He would get my attention and reach my heart this way, through these 3 visitors. The first creature was a bat who had fallen from its perch. This bat was frightened and scurried up the tree trunk next to me. Its fear was understandable since bats aren't equipped to be safely out and about during the daytime. I later came to relate to the bat as a representation of me, trusting in myself more than in God, and therefore living with tension and fear. The second creature was a dragonfly that had dropped down onto the page of my book, from somewhere up above. Soon, it became clear to me that this dragonfly was dying. Its wings were twitching sporadically. We spent those last minutes of its life together and when the dragonfly had passed, I laid it to rest on the ground by my chair. I later came to relate to the dragonfly as a representation of Jesus, my savior, in this life and for always. The third creature was the duck that I had described earlier. This duck had no fear of me and was so at peace that it laid down at my feet for the duration of its afternoon nap. I later came to relate to the duck as a representation of the peace and serenity that is mine when I place all my trust in God. True story...The best day of my life!

[@TedLehmann]

+Linda Laferriere Again, thanks, Linda. I appreciate your ability to understand and receive the messages sent to you. It's truly wonderful how such messages are accepted and internalized.

[@MakotoKS]

Thank you for recording this Ted :) fills my heart with joy! 😄

[@TedLehmann]

Thanks so much for visiting. Even after a number of years, it still draws a good audience.

[@hawaiiandobroblues]

and let us not forget that Josh is a very, very fine mandolin player, and a regular member of the Tony Rice Unit. Anyone who's watched this and enjoyed the music would undoubtedly love a lot of what Tony Rice has does over the years.

[@thiagozsig]

brazil loved it! awesome! contratulations for the good music and for what happened.

[@gailgibbons5443]

If there was "ever" a reason so love Josh Willians this is it. I've watched ths viedo a "million" times and stil am enamored of it for Joshs' reactioin to the wonderfil little bitd that appeared. Josh's comment "I don't know what to do" says it all.

[@pobhockle]

That was probably the most exciting thing to ever happen in that town. Will people still listen to this kind of music in 50 years?

[@celinne700]

That birdie wanted to sing to a captive audience I guess....it was very sweet of Josh to be so gentle and patient. Much respect to him.

[@toy4dom]

This video was shown yesterday on Italian newspaper "La Repubblica" site. Lovely! I don' t realize why someone dislikes it!

[@HiroAkemi82]

He's a Disney princess!

[@Targetteer1]

NO WAY! SO COOL!Josh is the real deal ya dont ever want to miss him,super nice guy as you all can tell I'm sure!A great musician I remember standing next to him one night at Thomas Point Beach up here in Maine when he was with Rhonda at the campsite and he was playing every instrument the Rage cared to hand him even Hunters fiddle...they were having a great time...Josh loves his beer!HAHAHAHA!

[@vagtasticone]

I've had this song stuck in my head allllll day. And I don't mind! ;)

[@killiekentman]

ive played this so often and still amazed how Josh still kept singing and stroking the bird, thank you for sharing this, and helping Josh to get better known. he is a good singer.

[@gautamsinha878]

Seems almost magical that the little bird came down while Josh sang along,w/o missing a tune.....seems like a blessing....so kind & gentle Josh.

[@lakeman1422]

Love the way the Josh response to the bird. One of the cutest things ever. Oh and the music was really great also.

[@AFowler1966]

I have watched this about 10 times in the past 24 hours. It makes my heart smile. :) Thank you for sharing this.

[@JWoo-d5v]

Me too! I hope you see this reply! 11 years and I just saw the video!

[@jaybailey3518]

Imagine, your own radio controlled baby sparrow! Thank you so much !!!

[@chrisdraper2]

Cool Blessing! Song Bird! God is so Awesome!

[@coups119]

Thank you very mush for bringing joy to our hearts ! I adore Bluegrass !

[@Dwarfadinn]

well this is the first country song I have listened to all the way through

[@Tixylixy21]

I hardly ever comment but this deserves a comment! That....was...awesome! I have fallen in love with this guy purely for his reaction to the little bird who wants to join in!

[@Kenworth4020]

That's a very special moment to capture,he is being visited by a spirit who knows and trusts him.Good on him for acting like a stand up gentle human being.Well done.

[@MomSavingSon]

Just think'n I have seen before. When a child's mom died he was saying his last words he had written. He was reading in front of all and a sparrow came and sat on him. The bird came into the church and just sat on the little boy as he spoke of his mom I told my son as he was dying at home and often told him give mom a sign sign if he could. I wonder if the guy lost a friend or mom loved one because this is a' miracle' of Father God enormous love. Made me smile to see so much love I cried.

[@girlperson1]

Good man with a good heart. Goddess blessings to him.

[@carmelanneor]

~~~ Awwwwwwwwwwww,,, I 've just got to Share this Vid clip! What a Lovely Guy! xxx and what a sweet little bird! xxx ~~~

[@Gunman610]

If this isn't an endorsement for supporting live shows, I don't know what is...

[@TedLehmann]

+Gunman610 You got that right! Come out to a bluegrass festival, and you never know just what you might see. Thanks for your comment.

[@jeannie1renee2]

@@TedLehmann, bluegrass brings out the best in people. It just always feels like home.

[@CaviMike]

"It doesn't matter how hard or bad-ass you are..." When a baby bird lands on you, you pet it.

[@zango227]

So wonderful! I'm so glad he didn't panic and frighten the bird away. This reminds me of a time I was sitting in my backyard with my feet propped up on the fence, just looking into the woods. As I sat there, a titmouse flew in and landed on the toe of my shoe! It sat there for a minute or two and stared at me, tipping its head to one side occasionally. I was all alone and naturally had no camera, but it was a great experience that left me grinning for days.

[@sugarpig99]

As a rescuer of abused and abandoned animals for decades, this provided a wonderful bit of happiness here at the sanctuary as Josh looked with such unfeigned delight at the wee bird. Thanks for sharing. Good singing too, man! Band sounds great. Peg Shepherds Green Sanctuary

[@fedinhorax]

Got here for the bird, stayed for the music. Great song!!!!

[@NitemairMedia]

Just another example of how music is not only universal to us humans but to our animal world friends as well. Amazing video, thank you for sharing.

[@bertha0962]

This video is great, it is so cute, and JOSH is an amazing singer and GREAT looking too!!!!! Way to go Josh!!!!!

[@delita60]

That is just one of the most awesome things I have ever seen !!!!

[@gene83br]

josh williams is awesome and the bird id hilarious. great video.

[@ThePipeous]

I've watched this video many times now. I just can't get over the connection. Josh Williams is obviously a kind hearted soul. Great musician too. I'm a fan now.

[@melhope]

That was freaking adorable! I'm glad the little bird is ok.

[@RayneSaFyre]

That is just too sweet and adorable! =)

[@thetiler]

Love that bird entrance and landing :) Plus the way the bird stayed for a listen :)

[@MrNerdybird]

This is, according to me, one of the cutest videos on the whole tube.

[@MusteredCourage]

this is SO AWESOME. if this ever happens to me then I will have made it..

[@cnmnnaturalist]

What an absolute delight. Looks like a little Eastern Phoebe fledgling may have gotten spooked by all the strange noises! Looks like it's at that age to leave the nest anyway. Not a bad first experience though. So nice how gentle he is with the little one. No wonder I love Bluegrass.

[@BrianMorrison71]

This was inspiring. I was filled with the spirit of the Lord when I watched this. Josh Williams is blessed to have experienced this miracle. I especially enjoyed watching the little birdy melt his heart...

[@birdsrule66]

awww what a cute bird =) bold for landing on the epicenter of a bunch of loud noises =D great music too!

[@anthonydforeman]

How absolutely wonderful. The bird seemed very happy, it made everyone watching even happier, and bought out the most wonderful smile. Thank you

[@neondesertrye]

Everything about that was great!

[@LazyMaybe]

The single chillest bird.

[@lilsokzmuzic]

thank you bird for making me discover some great tunes!

[@yumehi3457]

Such a beautiful song, amazing singing with a little bird

[@harrydogg]

I love that finished the song. Very professional. "i don't know what to do!" lol

[@lunnaalmacigana]

Nada acontece por acaso..... o passarinho demonstrou sensibilidade pela música e o músico demonstrou o carinho pela ave. AMEI....! Parabéns!

[@NorisKadum79]

this is wonderful.. the bird is a different entity

[@kozmy21]

Amazing song, just amazing!

[@vinesamongtrees]

The way it opened it's beak when his finger was above it... It was hungry lol! Just happened to have his first flight from the rafters to the guitar?

[@SherryECrawford]

I love this song, this band and Josh's reaction ... what a GREAT way to spend a few minutes.. watching this video!

[@theyakattack13]

I love this. You can tell that Josh is a nice guy by the way he reacts to the little bird. And in return he gets a special moment captured on video that will hopefully bring in a lot of new fans. Count me as one of the them!

[@RockLegendOwns]

That's beautiful!

[@trilbynhiss]

Excellent music and a happy ending. Thanks for posting this, I'm going to share it on facebook.

[@hawaiiandobroblues]

Magical. Brings a tear to the eye.

[@oosurf08oo]

Wow its impossible to watch this stoned and not smile!!

[@TedLehmann]

@BikeMeAustin The band is The Josh Williams Band. They have a couple of CD's out with a new one on the way. They were IBMA emerging band of the year in 2010 and Josh was three times IBMA guitar player of the year. Josh has several other solo project, I think. He has also recorded as a side-man with many bands over the years.

[@kunish9181]

Heart of gold.

[@Blueridge1]

LOL.......good thing the camera was rolling.......I believe that bird was a bluegrass fan.........

[@TedLehmann]

Most viewed video I ever recorded. Over 2.6 million views. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jenOutpost]

This is one of the best things I've ever seen! Wonderful song and amazing reaction, makes me smile so much :-)

[@jikamin98765]

Beautiful

[@mariemorris60]

Wonderful group of signers and Josh, you are the man! That was so adorable. Thank you.

[@Hollijasmaja]

@Tixylixy21 I was thinking the same thing. How many musicians would be so happy to be upstaged by a baby bird... Absolutely beautiful! Well done Josh - the song and the reaction to the bird.

[@vcp430]

It seems bluegrass is some sweet ear candy to that little bird. That is too cute!

[@abe050533]

ABSOLUTELY GREAT LOVED IT