Kenny Wayne Shepherd - Blue On Black (Official Audio)

[@williamkukis]

Dude wrote this song when he was about 20 years old. Crazy to me

[@shizlittlebam]

It really does seem like a song written by someone with way more life experience

[@BeverlyAnneDavis]

Crazy everyone knows it sings it . Lilke a chant 😊

[@TerriBrown-yj3tg]

​@@shizlittlebam😊,😊

[@Rocknrolla76]

An absolute banger

[@randymccarty6128]

Yeah he was way younger than I thought when but when I first saw him I'm like WTF??? Haha! 🎸💥🎶🔥😎🇺🇲

[@sherrylhenning5630]

I heard this song for the first time about 2 weeks ago in the grocery store. I noticed the stock clerk was singing along. I asked him if he knew who this was. He said it was one of his favorites. Good songs have longevity and cross generations. The clerk was in his 20's and I turn 62 in Dec. This is now added to my loooooong list of favorite songs!

[@Ellie-v9f]

@sherrylhenning5630. Next up Johnny Lang " Lie To Me"

[@maanihamskii6392]

​@user-qs4pw9jg9p thanks im gonna give that one a listen right meow 😂😂😂

[@billg6166]

I'm 68 playing this song in a band. I'm on keyboards.

[@jayrandolph9328]

He knew the song because Five Finger Death Punch did a cover of it in 2018

[@davidwade1974]

Rock on

[@1LargeVanillaShake]

This one pulled me through 32 years of addiction and finally helped me out of it in recovery.

[@jayski1714]

32 years? Sounds like a long time coming. Congratulations.

[@bradnasarzewski932]

Please my friend stay on the road to sobriety! I’m a little over 7 years so your not alone. Prayers to you! 🙏🏻

[@Buginthemud]

Praise God, and You. 👍😎👍.

[@LX.Zandaaa62]

No sympathy for drug addicts , you chose to do drugs despite the consequences.. you don't deserve praise

[@actual1119]

Don’t bring back the pain

[@Stephanie_Vanderkellen]

My husband died in 2004. He was only 36. He loved this song. I am missing him tonight. Song reunites us for a season... TY

[@jakkimanzitti5031]

Soul is Eternal and he will be forever with you.💖

[@ThePhilosophicalOne]

​@@jakkimanzitti5031I see it more as like a drop of water falling back into the ocean... His soul (drop of water) went back to the source (ocean).

[@MarcusAshton-j2n]

There is Love.

[@Copperfox987]

Sorry for your loss

[@jimbow25]

I can help u get over him

[@manageablediscomfort7347]

My friend passed away today. He taught me this song on guitar. This is for you Robbie. Fly high brother. You are missed.

[@austintodd3692]

Sorry bro. I rlly am. Robbie is in better place now. The best place possible

[@CJ-tx3tm]

RIP Robbie 🙏

[@myjewelry4u]

Sorry for the loss of a friend, what a great friend to teach you this! I haven’t picked up a guitar in a couple years (husband and I used to play together, he’s passed away so I can’t bring myself to) I’m about to ask my brother to learn this one, he’s so much more talented. Remember the good times.

[@PipeCat1965]

Sorry for your loss, my friend. Peace, Robbie.

[@davidlodor7110]

God bless

[@otiscarter1356]

Use to listen this in Afghanistan. Got me through some awful days

[@conniewatt4704]

Thank you for your Service. 🙏 🇺🇸

[@otiscarter1356]

You’re welcomed Connie ❤️

[@haydensass1327]

What branch were you in

[@vladimir4753]

@@otiscarter1356 Thank you for your service!

[@mqpar5.795]

Yut

[@SongofaBeach2012]

My little sister Erin and I used to sing this in a cover band years ago. She passed suddenly July 21st 2022 and I miss her so much. I thought about this song today...."whisper on a scream doesnt change a thing doesnt bring you back, blue on black" Farewell sis I'll see you again one beautiful day

[@BuckeyeBud]

Not to be insensitive God bless her but did she have the vaccine

[@justinsensenig5264]

im so sorry to hear this, i lost my brother the same day as your sister 6 years ago. he to was my little bro, i hope you find peace somehow

[@SongofaBeach2012]

@@justinsensenig5264 thank you and same to you..may you find continued peace and healing after your brothers passing.

[@luispichardo2490]

Sorry for your loss

[@margauxshaw9873]

So sorry for your loss of your sis, that must be so hard... May she rest with angels ❤

[@MrDeengels]

Saw Kenny open for Jimmy Page and the crowes in 98 great year!!

[@difencrosby]

My friend who passed away from cancer a few years ago put me on to this song.

[@Landstander-to9vh]

Instant classic, then, still stands tall 25 years on. Simple truth, scorching riff.

[@RainForestLeDoux]

Well said

[@clairegass2642]

This song needs to be played more often on the radio

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

super fantastic song ! i agree

[@Darin.Hilbern]

Well now you got five finger doing a remake and laying for plays Kenny's version will always be better

[@Synchrovision]

KQRS Classic Rock in Minnesota gives this good play!

[@carbonconnection2480]

​@@Darin.Hilbern*I like ffdp but their cover isn't the best.. I think shinedown absolutely killed the simple man cover though.* 🤘

[@Darin.Hilbern]

@@carbonconnection2480 yeah I agree shinedown did a very good cover I can't remember the last singers name but he's awesome he sounds the same live as he does in studio

[@allisonmoss4105]

My beloved introduced me to Kenny Wayne ❤ he left this world over 15 years ago… god speed Derek ❤ never forgotten ever! ❤

[@tristanwood4741]

I'm so glad I seem to have inherited my dad's taste in music. He introduced me to this song when I could count my years on one hand. It is still as good as I remember, listening to it in dad's truck on the way to school in the morning.

[@adammentzer8267]

God bless

[@INFJ-ThaneTr]

Same, was older though

[@bjolly8924]

That's a great memory!! No doubt, your dad was a good man.

[@coltford470]

Zxz

[@Smokefools6691]

My dad showed me this song when I was 5 and I still love it today. Simpler times

[@disturbingthepieces6395]

This song came out in 98 when i was a freshman in high school & solidified my love of rock. Introduced to my 13 year old daughter. One of the GOATs!

[@MVuke84]

One of the best songs to learn as a beginner, or for anyone. Hard to believe Kenny Wayne Sheppard wasn't even 21 years young yet, but played the guitar like he was 40.

[@mattmoore9387]

This CD saved my life Dec 15th 1998. I have lived and loved your music. My time is almost over and I’m so thankful I heard your song. All of them. Thank you. Matthew

[@Ellie-v9f]

​@@mattmoore9387TOP COMMENT ! Glad you made it, don't give up on life man you precious...

[@NoHairMon]

Went to see him in Philly many years ago. Needless to say he was amazing.

[@christinescott3425]

Blessing you my dearest friend and neighbor Eric ❤

[@Sunny-il1xm]

Didn't know who he was, he opened for Van Halen on last tour, can't get over how phenomenal this guy is! He's coming back on his own, definitely want to go see him again, what a talent!!

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

Be sure to check out deja voodoo

[@JC-11111]

Kenny is one of the greatest blues/rock guitarists of our time. And he's from right here in my hometown. Going to see him tonight here in our hometown to kick of his new tour. IT'S GONNA BE FREAKING EPIC!

[@thorthunderhammer7779]

@@JC-11111 How was it?

[@nenechan.6847]

Saw that one too!

[@BenDover-lt2nw]

He played with Stevie Ray Vaughan in 1983.the croud went wild 😜

[@sm6947]

My uncle passed away the other day. He played this song so good I thought it was his original. Love you AJ . Rock on

[@jacktorrance2633]

🕊

[@8triagrammer]

As long as people keep uploading this song, I'll keep giving it thumbs up.

[@carbonconnection2480]

Damn right! 🤘

[@barryhenderson9731]

I've been in the limousine, party bus, transportation business in different capacities for 30 years. Recently I had the pleasure in Clearwater Florida of driving KWS and his band to a show and meeting their marketing manager. Everyone was really nice, professional and unassuming. I've been a fan for years, so this was a lot of fun for me.

[@LX.Zandaaa62]

Sure you did buddy , go take your meds and stop telling fake stories on KZbin comments little fella

[@Sardine4189]

I just heard this song for the first time today. Needless to say I’ll be searching more of his music.

[@omgrachihiii]

"Feel like making love by Bad Company" always reminded me of this song.

[@Keirfey]

I love the simple profundity of this song. It's brilliant

[@davidbauer4604]

As is your turn of phrase

[@EnduroRiyan]

Joker on Jak

[@coffeeblack1057]

4:20 my favorite part! The sound of that guitar!!

[@tonyberger5349]

Hands down the best song he made!!

[@bobthebear1246]

One of the all-time greatest songs ever written. I've been fortunate to see this band do this and other great songs twice live including on 01/30/2022 at the Hard Rock Live here in Orlando. Great show. These guys are always worth it. Kenny and Noah still have it in spades.

Thanks for mentioning Noah Hunt. When you google "who sang Blue on Black" it says Kenny Wayne Shepherd is a blues artist etc.

[@markvescera9649]

I remember when I was in my early 20's. My neighbor was a old man in his 70's in bad ways physically, was not friendly, and his kids didn't talk to or visit him, so I befriended him and remember riding in his truck through the desert hills. Listening to stories and a lot of good laughs, helping him with his yard etc. This song will forever remind me of him.

[@shelley9900]

God bless you🙏🏻 ❤thank you😊

[@joshuabarbour5278]

That lead is rippin, the acoustic main part is solid, never loses the groove, and best of all, it's smack in the middle of my vocal range

[@josephbrothers9154]

My father’s song! 🎶we are losing him as I type. Love you dad. Joe Willy nation wide ❤

[@SXI96]

God Bless 🙏

[@ninjasites]

God bless you and your family ❤

[@davebruton5731]

As a guitar guy in the eighties , I kept up , with all the new stuff . I bought this right away ! THE MAN HAS GREAT STYLE !

[@MrPyroguru]

Last time guitar was so awesome was the 80's and this tune here!

[@NVRAMboi]

1st time I heard it, thought it was like Paul Rodgers of Bad Company for a verse. Great song.

[@javierborboa6152]

I Agree.If you haven't heard his song "Believe" yet .look it up very cool✌

[@Fucknuts4u]

This song is from 1997 so how the hell did you buy it in the 80's?? Another internet bullshitter!

[@davebruton5731]

Great eye , this didn't come out till 96 , to clarify my comment : I was wrong and you sir , are correct ! I Apologize

[@JohnM4856]

Road trips and camping with my father as a kid are the 1st things that come to my mind when I hear this song. Best of times.

[@Bigjshifty08]

Ngl growing up they played this on the classic rock station and I woulda bet this was from the 70's holy crap. It's nice when a relatively newer song is such a style that it takes you back in time.

[@shakybeanz80]

Forever 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Solo str8 Badass😮❤

[@lisavelez3393]

One of my dad’s favorite songs. Listening to it today on the anniversary of his passing.

[@littlebird8837]

💜🎶

[@c.a.suleiman2448]

Love to you and your father's memory.

[@dannlinscott-dunham4027]

😪

[@rebeccasalinas1963]

My pops passed away 4 months ago yesterday and this was one of his favorite songs too. Here's to love and healing.

[@natefaust7790]

Lisa I’m sorry to hear that.

[@davidprine9621]

Saw him tonight with Samantha Fox at the Beacon theater NYC it was a knockout what an incredible show both bands blew the roof off ❤❤❤

[@Xetelian]

[Verse 1] Night falls and I'm alone Skin, yeah, chilled me to the bone You turned and you ran, oh yeah Oh, slipped right from my hand [Chorus] Hey, blue on black, tears on a river Push on a shove, it don't mean much Joker on jack, match on a fire Cold on ice, it's a dead man's touch Whisper on a scream Doesn't change a thing Don't bring you back Blue on black, oh yeah, blue on black [Verse 2] Blind, oh, now I see Truth, lies, and in between Wrong can't be undone Oh, slipped from the tip of your tongue [Chorus] Hey, blue on black, tears on a river Push on a shove, it don't mean much Joker on jack, match on a fire Cold on ice, it's a dead man's touch Whisper on a scream Doesn't change a thing Doesn't bring you back, yeah Blue on black, oh blue on black, oh yeah [Guitar Solo] [Chorus] Blue on black, tears on a river Push on a shove, it don't mean much Joker on jack, match on a fire Cold on ice, it's a dead man's touch Whisper on a scream Doesn't change a thing Don't bring you back Blue on black, oh yeah, blue on black [Chorus] Hey, blue on black, tears on a river Push on a shove, it don't mean much Joker on jack, match on a fire And cold on ice, it's a dead man's touch Whisper on a scream Doesn't change a thing Doesn't bring you back Blue on black, oh, blue on black Oh, blue on black Oh, blue on black

[@metalmamasue3680]

This song goes down as smooth as a cold drink 🍹on a hot 🔥day. 😃💯

[@tommulhall3865]

Always has you're right about that!

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

I have the opposite but same feeling to this song. It's more like sitting by the fireplace on a cold winter's day with a nice whisky or brandy.

[@xbunnyvaleriex163]

You thought same shit I did honestly , amen, obssesed with this song.

[@EnduroRiyan]

Cold on ice Plus a cig

[@keithkrentkowski2397]

No Shitt RiTE ON

[@cristopherchouinard8414]

Man I love this song it takes me back to a time when I was out camping in Northern Michigan with my pops who was actually running the campground dude was playing cashier, security, maintenance and everything on between. He showed me this song. I'm a guitar player idk how I had never heard it when he had shown me but man now I love ripping this song on my guitar with the amp on 11. Hell yeah!

[@sylviabrooks7655]

This man can make love to a guitar. Amazing!!!!

[@JXRICKS]

2:54 solo was so soulful!

[@anthonycourteaux8165]

KING QUEEN

[@zachariasvega5698]

Heard this on my classic rock station when they started integrating 90s and newer classics. Love this!!!

[@PCWood-sn2cc]

“Wrong can’t be undone” dam. Unfortunate truth. God help us all

[@tonisumner8505]

Love this song ! Very freaked out and anxious tonight ! Music is the cure for me, not drinking and drugs! Gotten out of a long relationship with a drinker and druggie ! Starting over have a job interview tomorrow, totally stoked❤❤

[@geofftowler510]

Good luck :-)

[@pammays7800]

Good for you! ❤ You just keep on doing the next right thing!😊

[@amyposs4536]

Hell yeah

[@kma5150]

That's awesome!! It makes me happy to read about people making positive changes with their lives.

[@jwt7930]

Hope you're doing well.

[@waibu1]

There is no other song that gives ne chills like this. I listen to it over and over and over.....total masterpiece!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@joelagedrost3373]

This was the song that introduced me to my kindred spirit, whom passed away today....I LOVE YOU BIG JIM!!

[@1LargeVanillaShake]

If Prince didn't rehearse this, then this has to be The 🐐 Baby!

[@lepurpleboi3266]

Neat little thing: This is the first song I learned on guitar and I absolutely don’t regret it

[@laurastout1807]

Same

[@LisaReeks14371]

Killer song for jammin

[@SarinaSazi]

Yessss

[@lewishaines8634]

This is what Rock n roll sounds like an expression and meaning and to hell for those who don’t like it. Rock and roll is nothing but the truth 🎼☕️🦅🇺🇸🙏

[@nmc1859]

Idk how a person could not like this song, personally. God Bless.

[@melissapayton9978]

Why are you listening if you don’t Ike it lol,Kenny one of the best guitarist love this song ❤️❤️❤️

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

That’s why five finger death punch covered it they saving rock n roll baby 😎

[@ren-soja-dakomegiddo2186]

@@JUNEBUGLLC They butchered this song.

[@charlesabramson9492]

agreed!

[@amandacross7379]

Listening Jan 6 2025 for my Dad who passed on this day in 2013. This was his all time favorite song.

[@anthonyvivianlanius1295]

Great song! The beat's great, and the words are so right on the money! Love it!

[@bootzonhoc6041]

This sounds so much like a song Bad Company would have done. God Bless KWS. Iconic song from a master.

[@antblake1030]

I was going through some shit back in college in 2014 and I listened to a local classic rock radio station that played this a lot. I was also growing close to a beautiful woman named Danielle Chavarria. She helped me through some rough times. I have been dreaming about her lately and she is once again a frequent thought on my mind. I hope that she is doing well and not in any emotional distress. They say that when you dream about someone it means they miss you. I miss her too. 😭😭😭 This song always makes me think of her since I listened to it a lot when we were still associating. This one goes out to you, Danielle. I miss you and even though it's been seven years since I have last seen your beautiful face, it still remains as vivid in my mind as it was when I first met you.

[@bethmccallister2926]

My husband's and my song.

[@jessd423]

Nothing beats the original ❤

[@tulleycrites6898]

Kenny Wayne will rock that shit now

[@bonnielouwillette1302]

I first heard Kenny when I worked in Aspen Colorado, you. Will never forget his music

[@shelleyhofmann3952]

You never outgrow great tunes..KWS so under appreciated and so worthy!!

[@JBScards23]

First heard this song while watching an episode of The Shield. Vic Mackey was jammin to this at the end of the episode after his wife just left him and took his kids. Vic was a very complex character! Loved that show and I love this song!

[@TheYeti308]

For me this song signifies a major turning point , loved it then and now . !

[@Moloparva24]

HELLO FROM ALGERIA

[@gabir.8362]

I love this Song, the Voice and the Guitar so great.... ein absoluter Ohrwurm für mich !!!! 😍🤩

[@RainForestLeDoux]

I was 8 when this came out.. i still remember every word to this day.. good memories. Amazing sound of vocals and the guitar is nasty good

[@fairieidol]

Just saw Kenny Wayne Shepherd live in Biloxi Mississippi. He was amazing! So happy we went, loved it. ❤❤❤

[@The1whomnevergetsjustice]

I just love Jean's Black boots and Daisy baby backpack's😊

[@virginiabrady3536]

Salute to all my good blue brothers out there. Godspeed. We got this.

[@virginiabrady3536]

Please, keep on brothers. Dear God, and St Michael, please protect our brothers in blue. Amen.

[@PatriciaSmith-x2w]

Such talented musician. Such a chill rock and roll song.

[@robertsanders8199]

Always great when you have awesome songs such as this to listen to while road tripping to a far away destination 😉

[@anndavis2920]

or just chilling at home n wanna hear good music 2-8-22

[@Hialeah1925]

The quintessential road trip on a sunny day song.

[@MarkNewberry-n2f]

Well, if you're gonna be a one-hit wonder this is how you wanna do it! Nice!

[@nicklindsay8045]

Memories Forever I Am Sad But I am a big hearted person This song is what I listen to reminds Me Of My Big Sister How I missed her... I miss my Grandma

[@AmitKumar-ug9bd]

Blue prodigy 😅😂❤ legendary

[@beverlyfrederick5362]

Love This Awesome Song 💜❤️💜❤️💜❤️💜❤️💜

[@matthewwright-wj7ww]

That harmonic on 3:23. Yes sir

[@galenhubbard8784]

Great song,it’s like a throwback Rock song🙏🏽

[@MarlboroMan90]

A generation that made such an impact, that still plays to this day. A generation that didn't need fancy essentials. A guitar, and a garage is all they needed. A generation that will always be remembered, always. "Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution"

[@robertortega8093]

Kenny is following in the footsteps of Neil Young. This song has the same feeling as Old Man but goes into the meaning a lot deeper. If one believes it is better to crash and burn fast instead of fading out slowly, that is their belief and choice. Just an opinion: Since I'm already an old man aged 71. Still so much in life might not care to experience, but that is life and in the old days life reached, as high as 800+ years. So living one life for a long time, seems more practical to give one's self, to get it right, then to crash and burn and to possible nor maybe never get it right. What might work for one may not work for another.

[@nicojuncos]

The Shield 2x01 - AMAZING EPISODE ! 🙌

[@mattbartley5712]

Timeless......Volume required.....

[@StanPerret]

I have been fortunate to perform this song with various bands from Oregon to Reno and all the way to Mississippi. It always feels fresh, and it remains one of my top favorites.

[@jamiepeterson83]

This song reminds me of my cousin Christian Balke Thompson … he loved this song when it first came out on the radio and we would always sing it together, he has been missing now since 2020 we miss him dearly and think about him all the time our hearts hurt

[@TheKRL78]

Hope your family can get closure.

[@terryhogan2683]

As sweet as it gets to this old man.

[@pennykloter1614]

My 21 year old daughter will be joining the Police Academy shortly and I back her up with her dream of becoming a Police Officer. I worry for her safety with all the Defunding the Police Movement!! She's a great addition to the Police force that she will be joining. I Pray for her safety everyday!! "Blue On Black"!!!

[@genesutton6383]

My Dad had this on his playlist, the old man always did have good taste in music. See you on the other side.

[@detroitbeastie7792]

Straight driving music maxed out loud.

[@jessmason2112]

💯✌️😎

[@sidneycormack1280]

First heard this band when working in Texas back in 1999 bought the album straight away

[@sherrysullivan2119]

Love this song, reminds me of my first and only real love ❤️

[@eddupont504]

I used to always listen to 5FDP cover of this song untill a Ol' boy said "Listen to KWS version" and now it's the only version I listen too. Great jam

[@theyara-shop]

It’s been almost over 20 years since I heard this song last. I first came to know about KWS and this album from my best friend Linda Lee Johnson back in the mid 90’s. I still remember this album cover (it was a cassette). Linda passed away in 2008. Now after all these years this song is bringing back all the good old memories. RIP my friend. Miss you dearly..

[@christinescott3425]

The eve of 19 years! I love you Victor! 🙋👼💛💙

[@zivkodespotoski7535]

Damn, it remember when this song came out. Brings back a lot of memories.

[@jeffdonegan2062]

I’ve always loved this song, lived a lot of places in the US. It’s a midwestern anthem.

[@RainForestLeDoux]

Facts

[@stephenkodiak280]

Killer blues !

[@u2rocksthevillage]

Looking forward to seeing K.W. Sheperd at the Ryman the last of this month. Been a long time waiting to see this dude. Absolutely love this tune.

[@Smackattackk]

RIP mom...can't believe it's been 5 years this july.... I miss the hell out of you.

[@85jongo]

Sorry to hear about your mother. I lost mine as well and listening in her memory.

[@MrDeengels]

Lost my mom back in August last year and I get you 100%%%

[@Smackattackk]

@@MrDeengels my mom's birthday is August 27th... I'm sorry about your mom I was 25 and I just turned 31 and I still cry like a baby

[@anthonycourteaux8165]

King of King Queen

[@michaelcosgrove4027]

This song is a timeless classic. Love it ❤

[@twicetheoutlawofficial2677]

I am so sorry for your loss. I myself have had a lot of loss in my life as well. It’s difficult to get through but have hope that the person is in a better place. One love -G-

[@vegascitymadman5533]

What a jam!

[@sandramoore9459]

Outstanding talent..

[@nps1016]

Good song, I’ve always loved it. He’s a very talented guitarist and songwriter.

[@bradmagnuson6963]

He was 17 when he recorded this album, believe it or not

[@spookytkid]

you know he did not write this?

[@nps1016]

@@spookytkid he co-wrote it.

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

Me too

[@metalmamasue3680]

Tia Sillers wrote the lyrics. She & her husband Mark Selby collaborated with KWS on the song. Mark and Kenny were jamming and Tia came up with the lyrics. Epic song 👍💯💙🖤