Charles Bradley - Why Is It So Hard (Live on KEXP)

Charles Bradley, backed by The Menahan Street Band, performs "Why Is It So Hard" live from Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop in Austin, TX, during KEXP's broadcast at SXSW. Recorded 3/17/2011.
host: Cheryl Waters
engineer: Kevin Suggs
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Shelly Corbett, Scott Holpainen and Christopher Meister
editing: Jim Beckmann

[@admiralnasty]

Everyone thinks he's sweating, but it's just his entire body crying.

[@wesdryden2086]

this made me lol

[@juainott5281]

Nate Lourn agree

[@Richona]

Well, it is really hard.

[@admiralnasty]

I believe it! What they don't show is after the gig, he gets off the stage, cleans up the entire place and loads all the gear in the van. It ain't easy being Bradley.

[@johannilsson3214]

so true ! R.I.P legend

[@nicolasheins2540]

He's not singing with his voice, he's singing with his soul

[@jamesv.3597]

@@Gloth_Sang ?

[@ozziescinema7159]

@@Gloth_Sang ? x2

[@giporgengood163]

this is rock and roll

[@alexmendoza5277]

Amen

[@pepsiman2824]

That's why it's called "Soul"

[@serpex77]

2024 still ! R.I.P. Mr. Bradley, God Bless your spirit!

[@stevetrivago]

💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✊🏼☮️💙

[@FlorenzoProject]

😞 vous venez de me l'apprendre

[@NickieMcknight]

Answer to only brother in band. Have you ever heard a white man sing like that haaaaa

[@a.g.66]

​@@NickieMcknight Yes, Joe Cocker. Checkout his Music & You may come to the same conclusion. Best not to associate/link Color to Music because You might miss out on something WonDerFul.

[@eigojiyouzu]

Absolute legend, i was lucky enough to meet and hug the man. He was soo genuine and generous with his fans and during his performances. Went too soon

[@ayearetee3342]

When my son was 8, he said, "How is he so sad and can sing so good at the same time?" 😊

[@zolotajarubka7363]

From Sweden: ”because he feels…. And sing….”

[@erecvonaue7636]

From Germany: "beacause he got the blues!"

[@VGS_]

kids say the sweetest things

[@hakubohsii]

Welcome to the blues...

[@Amaya-px6ui]

Desde Argentina🇦🇷....cuando la pasión sale desde adentro, suda el alma

[@BADWlNG]

God must have needed an amazing singer upstairs. Rip Sir.

[@EvanAxer]

9 years later this song is still strong. RIP Charles. This song gives this quarantine a whole new meaning. Peace and love to all my brothers and sisters around the world.

[@be_easy001]

Took the words right out of my mouth, brother. I hope out of all of this the masses realize the importance of empathy and unconditional love towards each other.

[@rembrandtvanrijn8591]

@@be_easy001 He tought every people that listened to his music what it meant.

[@generalcrew5159]

Damn i didnt know he died. I was tryna look if he put out something new cause i havent listened to him in a minute. R.i.p he's well with the ancestors

[@garr123]

why the fuck is your avatar a white power pepe

[@EvanAxer]

@@garr123 OK Pepe isn't white power. Better unplug from mainstream media propaganda.

[@markv3107]

I had the pleasure of meeting Charles this day 6 years ago here in Dublin. I told him how much his music had made an impact on me and how much I looked forward to his show. He was one of the most genuine persons I have ever met, he thanked me and gave me a hug. I managed to get his autograph on his debut album which I have framed on my wall. Signed "For Mark, love always! Charles Bradley"

[@AlainHus]

Getting a hug from this king is dreamy, not to mention meeting him and getting his autograph! Lucky you!!

[@felipeadrian1430]

Of course it's not just a autograph, something deeper. Keep it forever.

[@Imtired93]

So class mate

[@lucaselvis01]

Amazing, man.

[@malter.468]

hope u had a towel with you ;D

[@bonk2II]

The story goes that the guitarist originally wrote this song after touring out of the states for the first time and discovering they were immensely more popular and drew wider audiences in other countries than they did in America. So he wrote the song to express “why is it so hard to make it in America?” But then he said when he presented the song to Charles, he added his own experiences into the lyrics and when he sang it, “why is it so hard to make it in America” took on a whole different meaning. Real awesome

[@minnierose15]

He could sing the ingredients off a cereal box. And scream out the portion sizes and I'd be all ears in!!!!👏👏👏

[@minnierose15]

Wolf Creek Boys if you like him you will love Lee fields "I still got it" and all his great songs he sounds alot like Charles Bradley.

[@__M738]

+Irene Camarena will do!

[@WheelsofSteal]

Your comment made me laugh so hard. funniest thing I've heard in a long time. so true.

[@minnierose15]

Brandon Maxwell lol,but so,so,true!🎤😆

[@josephyoung3937]

+Irene Camarena truth

[@johngaarsoe3259]

It kills me that this guy was discovered so late in his life and had such a short singing career. I have never heard anyone who can sing like this guy, and I would have loved to see more music from him in the coming years. He also seems to have a heart of gold, and it doesn't seem fair that he was taken so soon.

[@mariocaffari5015]

Hi, his great Spirit is alive, and he still can even feel what's his lagacy to us. It's pure energy of love, now and then !

[@TuanNguyen-ew7lx]

James Brown. He was covering James Brown before he got discovered. It's just a more rugged voice though, you can hear what's he's been through.

[@driftdotus]

He hits home right into your heart.. Not just americans but allover.. (new zealand)

[@adamosullivan5839]

Atleast he recorded a good few songs, but I completely agree. I don't really care about live preformances but 100% I'd pay for a live performance from Charles

[@tiptoo2222]

It's like the good die young

[@liancemusic]

Rest in peace, Mr. Bradley. Despite your suffering you exhibited true, unbridled love to the world.

[@Prince77100]

Yes indeed.

[@Voyshick]

Did he really pass away? Today I heard his voice for the first time and I was astonished!

[@greg5095]

Sadly yes. A shame

[@geronimovallejos7232]

Fuck me dudeee, why i didnt hear about this! This is so sad. Rest in peace

[@stevekutzen5941]

Liance beautifully worded

[@Kuchnasty]

My body wants to make goosebumps but the tears are faster. That voice

[@thatdude3977]

😂 its very manic

[@kindbeats]

Man, our country needs to hear this now more than ever.

[@sonnybrown1399]

Amen brother! Amen

[@mathsena007]

All countries, my friend. In Brazil, for example, the police kills black lives in favelas. Every day.

[@jorismaij5840]

So true!

[@mariocaffari5015]

@@mathsena007 Hi, yes it is such a shame, your leader must be a friend of donald.......... But this will be for the last time, all and everything on this planet have to do a very big shift now !

[@nicolasruiz2091]

And many drummers need to see your channel, what good content do you have

[@daveyboy8320]

The moment he smiles, then opens his mouth with "why, is it so hard" I had tears in my eyes. Nothing, I mean NOTHING in music has this kind of soul. That shit just hits you right in the chest. My kids even love Bradley.

[@shenzishenzi]

EvilDave83 Totally agree! side note - I read your comment as "it shits right on your chest" at first glance and I still agreed with you.

[@daveyboy8320]

shenzishenzi lmfao! Tis an accurate statement.

[@SerjALovelyDeadBoy]

EvilDave83 "I mean NOTHING in music has this kind of soul" do not you think you're exaggerating?

[@daveyboy8320]

Serj Nope. Not in 2015. There's plenty of soul to be found over the last 5 or 6 decades, not in current music though.

[@SerjALovelyDeadBoy]

His songs are not original, they can be cover of classic soul songs from past decades. Yes, he has soul. Too much hype

[@dnsh777]

I never understood what Soul music was or why it's called that but seeing this man perform, I think I get it now...

[@AK-fe5wd]

Negative Income there are many more artist that will convince you Ottis Redding please

[@cuirmoutarde292]

damn right

[@BRedFilms]

It means you sweat alot

[@PistachioBandit]

I feel like this music requires a certain amount of disillusionment that I have only recently found....it's like the kind of feeling that is so authentic that it gives form to your feelings of appreciation and lament of life ....but also a feeling you want relief from.

[@dewardjohnsoniii9260]

We all sing the blues my brother! And ill help you carry yours so it be fit that im able!! Never needed to be this hard!!

[@endahaddow6800]

3:41 , what a legendary moment lol rest in peace to the genius that is ,Charles Bradley!

[@Flufferio]

And talent if I may add.

[@endahaddow6800]

@@Flufferio you may🙏🏼

[@alooshypie]

0:30 to 0:37 --- Charles gives a look of pure appreciation, he's so thankful that people are out to see him, it's so sweet and humbling to see the appreciation in his face and eyes! RIP! Legend!

[@Akira43562]

(☞ ಠ_ಠ)☞

[@DarlikaDor]

Has he died? Oh man!...

[@419buckeye7]

You made me almost cry in public in uniform fuck you buddy

[@Politickticktickin]

@@419buckeye7 what uniform

[@edsonsalesjunior9176]

He's actually sad cause none of the white folks there know what he's talking about

[@beekay9607]

Incredible. I didn’t even know singers existed like this anymore.

[@jpp2310]

There is also Myron & E singing retro Soul music.

[@jpp2310]

@@rowdyrob06 Wake Mc. Zero.

[@AmericanBarber82]

They don’t. He dead.

[@mrisa091]

@@AmericanBarber82 BRO OMG 😂

[@aslazaimi5824]

Yes they do exist man

[@michaelbowe1485]

We all know Mr. Bradley is great, but let's take a minute to appreciate that absolutely filthy guitarist

[@jankedank]

Facts

[@jprmac1]

and that bass player, playing like a lead guitarist.

[@hypocriteorchestra]

Thomas is a very bad-bad boy 😉

[@PkSage89]

AAAAAAAA

[@jonporter1233]

no, it's that bass that makes this song... the guitar just embellishes.

[@MyqueasBW]

Lyrics Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America A land of milk and honey A land supposed to be built with love It take love and understanding To live and let live I was born in Gainesville Florida I traveled far and wide Then I moved to Brooklyn, New York Had hard times, for sometime I hold on Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America So I said to myself Looks like nothing was goin' right You got to move away from here I went to upstate New York A little town they call Poughkeepsie Got me a job To get away from all this stress But I couldn't get away No matter how far I went Looks like nothing gonna change Everything still remained the same Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America We gotta make a change, in America Help me somebody We gotta make a change, in America Help me somebody

[@xiiowii]

@chinarecords5955 la letra

[@kishascape]

Kind of ironic singing that in an overpriced yuppie bike shop surrounded by overconsuming hyperindulgent hipsters.

[@Sinstat]

@@kishascapethe song can be interpreted in many ways, also it’s not like he JUST made it

[@perhaps1094]

@@kishascape How negative are you that can just assume all of these people are hyper indulgent over-consuming hipsters based on them being at a gig?? Are these yuppie hipsters senators and politicians? Absolutely not, you know none of these people have any power as neither you or i so why act otherwise. Have you never been to a gig in a shop, they happen and all kinds of people can be there. Get off your high horse!

[@PeyoteCoyote97]

I hate it so much when people go to performances and just record on their phones. I also hate people who complain about things they hate. I also hate hypocrisy.

[@emmanueloluga9770]

hate is love behind a wall, so break the wall

[@hamsterbass123]

i hate vague statements

[@IanKing99]

I hate: 1. youtube comments 2. irony 3. lists

[@xxxccccrrrrggggffff]

I hate hate

[@spacemandago2256]

Freddy DaKid I hate a land of milk and honey

[@solidsnakejake185]

First note that comes out of his mouth and I'm hooked

[@bakon321]

I cried. only song to ever do this to me

[@SubPablum]

I never heard of him but that he died today, so I come hear to find out whats what and I felt the same way, first vocal and yep, he's good. Was good, sadly.

[@Bikkas]

Listening it on December of 2020

[@Adrianruper]

amen

[@정태권-e1i]

Here here

[@yemisaba5006]

Same

[@RealBradMiller]

2021 baby. we made it! Hopefully, it'll get easier for all of us soon!

[@BKdefr]

yeah well, not too great of a start to 2021

[@Nathanfx2006]

I found out about this beautiful soul way too late.

[@Thacarshee]

Found about this man 5 days ago Man I'm kicking myself now

[@JasonBenesh]

RIP, Charles. You knew what was up.

[@jonporter1233]

Jason Benesh the screaming eagle of motha fuckin soul

[@josedanielysidroescobar3894]

😫

[@elmandelviaje258]

Algún latino Escuchando estas bellas melodías en junio de 2019

[@Angiej420]

Amo esta canción!!

[@characato2188]

Perú!!

[@lunaticotv1559]

Brazil

[@blackstar_1069]

Julio

[@carlosgarciasandoval9993]

Arica, Chile

[@dwight4k]

2017.....2017... this has been on KZbin since 2011 and now I get here???? How??

[@korasq]

Same here, sitting here stunned ;p

[@edgeofugly]

As years go by, your music taste getting better. Hence, this appeared on your recommend videos.

[@liambroek1480]

Cant believe I only found this now.....

[@DRALGIERS]

And he died today.

[@giacomop.301]

Stay happy with your algorithm; it took mine 13 years :-)

[@SuperSuperdude88]

JUST found this guy 3 minutes ago with a black sabbath cover changes. He's now my favourite. what fucking SOUL he has! WOW goose- fucking- bumps.

[@justinoff1]

Facts!

[@heavyartillerysgt.g4367]

What's bigger than a goose bump? That Black Sabbath remake is a powerful song, it will make the biggest man that has lost his mother cry.

[@revertedrf978]

RIP

[@hossridr1]

If Bradley doesn't take you back to the 1960's and early to middle 1970's nothing will. I saw him on the CBS Morning Show this morning. I was blown away. I thought James Brown and Otis Redding had come back from the dead! To think that this man is my age (68) and didn't get started until he was 62 is unbelievable.

[@NathanKt]

Waiting the death of a legend to discover his discography, what a terrible mistake i've made.

[@codyanderson1358]

His music will outlive most of us.

[@codyanderson1358]

By a long hsot(deservedly so)

[@ramons7to]

same... :'(

[@THEHARMONICAS]

Same.

[@jonathanvilla7280]

Same here but even in death he is changing lives and living on. Sad i never got to see him but extremely grateful i finally heard him. His voice brings back memories of my brother. Thank you charles.

[@cheirinhodepacoca]

Sad day indeed. RIP Charles Bradley.

[@greg5478]

His story is so sad. But it's so nice to know that he could live even just a bit a his dream before passing.

[@mesk412]

I saw him perform at the three rivers arts fest in probably 2016. Absolutely one of the greatest shows I've ever seen. His voice and stage presence were unreal. Also his outfits were awesome, like full sequin, or leather with tons of hanging tassels. He must have changed like five times during the show! Everything about it was incredible.

[@loubest3935]

What a man. Envious of anyone who ever had the chance to see him live.

[@mikebiliamanator2129]

Linus Martin Got to see him in Pensacola about two years ago and they played this song. People were crying. Amazing show.

[@markwakephord3049]

Guys you gotta hear his version of Black Sabbaths " Changes", blow your mind . Yip RIP Chuck.

[@mikebiliamanator2129]

mark wakephord It's really sad to hear about the path of this individual. I think that, correct me if I'm wrong, he was long overdue in being recognized.

[@markwakephord3049]

Yes for sure buddy. I just found him by chance myself recently. Listen to James Browns live version of " This is a Mans World" for great throaty vocals just like CB. Enjoy.

[@Zergito]

Saw him at FYF 2016. I didn’t stay thru his full set. But that doesn’t mean I wasn’t captivated by his performance. Incredible voice and stage presence. I just wish I would’ve stayed longer. Ugh, I was trying to get close to the front for Father John Misty. Which I did but you know. Charles IS the screaming eagle

[@KennyLauderdale]

where has this guy been all my life? wow

[@chrismess135]

Charles, I'm so grateful to have discovered you. I do wish it was a little sooner. R.I.P.

[@peach4206]

Same.

[@carlosdejesus2207]

same

[@dannycapone24]

damn wish i did the same, noticed he always brought up his passing away, so now he is with her.

[@CTRL70]

Same to darondo

[@KryptoGraphVideos]

The raspy, controlled notes and emotion in every word makes this the most human music ever.

[@maurioutis4843]

Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America A land with milk and honey A land supposed to be built with love It take love and understanding To live and let live I was born in Gainesville Florida I traveled far and wide Then I moved to Brooklyn, New York Had hard times, for sometime I hold on Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America So I said to myself Look like nothing gonna change I got to move away from here I went to upstate New York A little town they call Poughkeepsie Got me a job To get away from all this stress But I couldn't get away No matter how far I went Look like nothing gonna change Everything still remained the same Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America We gotta make a change, in America Help me somebody

[@oliviervalentijnderuyter974]

+Mauri Outis Thank you for this! If read without music it is almost like a ''farewell letter''. I'm glad he got to live through multiple years after this. P.S. I hear him sing 'Why it is so hard''.

[@metallicowl3269]

Thanks for this

[@jbones7552]

Thank you

[@re05do]

Mierda , esto es Real Emo.

[@beast5111]

Thanks شكراً

[@cespinoza505]

You're not among us anymore, but your music will last forever. Rest in peace, Soul Legend.

[@dilloncrouch2559]

Kristoff Kristian nice taste in music.. and profile pics

[@ohenesavant]

In that way he always will be so he still is.

[@zodiac909]

This is a visual representation of "Soul" music.

[@mesk412]

This song is hitting harder than ever in 24. Rest in peace to the screaming eagle of soul.

[@StacheBigote]

I had a chance to meet Mr. Bradley once. He made an impression, that's for sure. Put his arm around me and just started talking like we were old friends. Actually, he had come to sit in with another legend (Fred Thomas) and he was several hours late. He showed up toward the end of the set at, like, 2 AM. He got on the stage and within 30 seconds the crowd was in the palm of his hand. He sang 2 or 3 songs and then hopped of stage and just started mingling with the 20 or so people left. His performance was epic. He was obviously drunk but he just radiated sexual energy as he sang and danced. I left with the impression that he was just the nicest, most humble and supremely talented dude. I always wished I had hung around later that night because I knew the guys in the band and I'm sure I could have REALLY got to hang with Mr. Bradley.

[@triplesevensix291]

Is right.

[@MadFrogIsMad1995]

Why did you not stick around?

[@Mason-jj6mw]

this was 9 years ago. wow this is art

[@elewie916]

?

[@WhitestWaters]

I love his face, it's so expressive and just human

[@celticsfan99]

This video has held a very special place in my life for the last 10 years. Ever terrified of the day it will hit me the hardest

[@iESTO818]

In honor of his life, I will be playing him all day today. RIP Charles

[@mikkelandersen7788]

ernie d 6 months later I will do the same👍👍

[@1990hennesy]

I’m grown ass man, and this song makes me cry almost every time I listen to it..

[@1990hennesy]

Maybe it has something to do with my background I’ve recently moved here from Kazakhstan and just working, working, working... Though I met really cool friends here, they inspire me to stay forever in this wonderful country.

[@desolation11]

Same, dude. It wrecks me every time.

[@desolation11]

Also, i hope things get easier for you!

[@Stepbackjack22]

Check out Wish you were here by Lee Fields just like this pure soul power

[@76kitt]

@Troy Müller hahaha! Right?

[@Bryan_Lion]

The guitarist was vibing. Sometimes I just tune in to his licks and arpeggios. The bass player is holding it down too as well as keys. Just a sound group overall

[@nmtaco8645]

The bass is kickin arse man

[@ianswenson6]

Dude totally. The guitar player is insane. Bass is solid

[@Bryan_Lion]

@Sherman Park 😂 a different take but okay. Just let us common folk with untrained ears enjoy

[@Bryan_Lion]

@@hittheboof1084 you’re right! They’re more influential than I first realized 😮

[@McNuggins]

The Menahan Street Band is not a group to sleep on.

[@dmnbkr1256]

Didnt know this man until now -> Read he died today -> Searched for him to find myself impressed. Rest in Peace and Happiness, Man

[@surfingsage]

ah, it's called being discovered at death.

[@zetetick395]

Good for us Not so much for Charley. :S

[@niccoloferi4421]

This makes me proud to be a human.

[@deathbysoap]

He touched my soul with his singing and its a shame he died 3 years ago. You just don't come across these types of soul-touching experiences anymore. RIP Charles Bradley

[@josbunit]

Just hearing him for the first time and this comment touched me almost as much as his passion ❣

[@Seandaguy]

This voice was not meant for the ears , it was meant for the soul

[@k5v11n]

When he sings the first line "Why is it so hard", it almost like a statement to me, and it breaks my heart every single time.

[@VoorTrekker88]

You don't have to feel that bad. Charles and all of his white hipster band mates have way more money than you ever will.

[@VoorTrekker88]

jairo tovah Apologies, it's difficult for me to take a point concerning financial hardships from rich people...

[@aws9604]

@@VoorTrekker88 Charles Bradley wasn't remotely rich for 60 of his 68 years. He wasn't even known until 2011. He was homeless for years and did odd jobs for decades.

[@IlGattonero13]

It is absolutely a cry of pain. I feel the same.

[@ast.4049]

@@VoorTrekker88 oof

[@cryptotwenty-four7180]

There's so much soul in his music because all of his songs are based on true events in his life as a man struggling to keep food on the table throughout 62 years of his life. Then made his debut single aged 62, now 66. The music of sharon jones (signed to daptone records, the same label as Charles) was huge in France but not in the USA, so the guitarist with the long hair sang the lyrics ''why is it so hard to make it in America'', but when Charles sang it it had a whole different meaning, living his life living is basements, sheltering in churches.

[@Audiophilia]

If you say a bad word about this man or this song you deserve a left-hand pimp slap.

[@dre7018]

From none other than Iceburg Slim himself

[@triplesevensix291]

And a right handed hard fucking punch! Bless him. To think he only got recognition in the last few years of his life after having a shitty life is messed up! R.I.P. Charles sir.

[@imbatmanbitchh]

Yessir a front hand or backhand

[@alhadifarjalla]

@@dre7018 no from sweet Jones the goat of pimps

[@HotelCalifornia360]

I’ll sign up to deliver it. Reporting for duty!!🥶

[@mikemarchall8747]

Paroles Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America A land of milk and honey A land supposed to be built with love It take love and understanding To live and let live I was born in Gainesville Florida I traveled far and wide Then I moved to Brooklyn, New York Had hard times, for sometime I hold on Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America Seemed like nothing was goin' right So I said to myself You got to move away from here I went to upstate New York A little town they call Poughkeepsie Got me a job To get away from all this stress But I couldn't get away No matter how far I went Seems like nothing gonna change Everything still remained the same Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America Why, tell me, tell me We gotta make a change, in America Help me somebody

[@siiimmmooonnneee4890]

Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America A land of milk and honey A land supposed to be built with love It take love and understanding To live and let live I was born in Gainesville Florida I traveled far and wide Then I moved to Brooklyn, New York Had hard times, for sometime I hold on Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America Seemed like nothing was goin' right So I said to myself You got to move away from here I went to upstate New York A little town they call Poughkeepsie Got me a job To get away from all this stress But I couldn't get away No matter how far I went Seems like nothing gonna change Everything still remained the same Why is it so hard To make it in America I try so hard To make it in America Why, tell me, tell me We gotta make a change, in America Help me somebody

[@Se7enevil]

Simone S Thank You!❤️

[@andjelkozlotvor]

The ultimate socialistic song.

[@yentlypaz84]

Gracias 💚

[@JavierArrivillaga]

great guitar player! love how he backs him up

[@qthegreat3]

DUDE!!! That man is NASTY!!!! Iwas thinking the same thing and the bass player is pretty good too

[@DD-ij4dq]

I know right absolutely perfect

[@danielhernandezhs]

Fuck me, does he have to put all of his soul into every single word?

[@AnaMaria-ep6xs]

yes

[@marv4665]

oh absolutely

[@victorh.l.h.3138]

+Daniel Hernandez lol

[@marv4665]

plouk zoing Or your mind has its own opinions like every fucking human being

[@bobbyjacobson6023]

+plouk zoing Great music in the 60's but this is just as good.

[@anthonyeverett7566]

Still watching this 13 years later in 2024.

[@Phearsum]

Rest in peace Charles. I hope you and your mother met again. You're a legend to anyone who has heard your soul speak. You're too good for this world.

[@mariocaffari5015]

Hi Phear, That's exatly what we said when our'e Brother died " He is too good for this world " I believe these strong beings are needed in the Spiritual world to make their great Visions comes trought

[@m0rtrufia207]

R.I.P Charlie. You made it all over the world! Greetings from Chile

[@agatanaranja5236]

Justo cuando descubro me entero que murió hace 4 meses ctm que pena mas grande, cuantos años tenía este genio cuando nos dejó?

[@codyanderson1358]

Nice 👽💜

[@felipeulloa2245]

agata hermano pedazo de voz que tenía :( lo descubrí hace poco también y está muy bueno

[@ignaciovalderrama67]

Chile presente ctm :(

[@ulises305ws5]

La raja el ql la cagó

[@andi.popescu]

Does anyone else think this man has a particularly kind face?

[@CS-yz2do]

I thought the same thing. Humble eyes.

[@kyleflicker]

Dem rapist eyes doe

[@Oldheadhiphop]

2024, let's gooooo. Beautiful voice that aged well. Rest easy big dog

[@jossyaazcal1900]

¿Por qué es tan difícil triunfar en América? Lo intento tan duro triunfar en América? Una tierra de Leche y miel Una tierra que se supone que está hecha con amor Toma amor y entendimiento Vivir y dejar vivir Nací un Gainesville Florida He viajado por a lo largo y ancho Luego me mudé a Brooklyn, Nueva York Tiempos muy difíciles, por un tiempo me mantuve ¿Por qué es tan difícil triunfar en América? Lo intento tan duro triunfar en América? Parecía que nada iba a ir bien Así que me dije Tienes que marcharte de aquí Me fui al norte de Nueva York Un pequeño pueblo que llamaban Poughkeepsie Me conseguí un trabajo Para alejarme de todo este estrés Pero no me pude alejar No importaba cuán lejos que fuera Parecía que nada iba a cambiar Todo seguía igual ¿Por qué es tan difícil triunfar en América? Lo intento tan duro triunfar en América? Por qué, dime, dime Tenemos que hacer un cambio, en América Que alguien me ayude...

[@marcosquiroz7045]

Gracias!!🙌

[@yelland3627]

Muchas gracias. :)

[@la_ma.r.gy.k]

Thanks,papuchx!❤🙏👐

[@GiovaniQT]

Que sentimiento le pone.!

[@alpinovasquez9576]

Thanx

[@Ben-rz9cf]

You made it, buddy. You made it into our hearts, the only place that matters. Rest easy now.

[@RenanzinhoSopadeAbobora]

charles os fucking amazing he is on luke cage new netflix's series!!!!!!! season 1 eps3 check out

[@xodus1914]

That's what brought me here!

[@RenanzinhoSopadeAbobora]

+Carrie Parks FUCK AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Swaet_47]

Theo só Theo Ye dude I saw it honestly I thought I was the only one who noticed and who even knew him . No one in the room knew him and I'm just like FUCKKKK IS WRONG WIT YALL

[@thebunkreport]

One of a kind. There will never be another Charles Bradley. RIP legend.

[@shakespearsplat]

Don't play the odds, play the man.

[@scaho]

To say that this man sings with soul is a massive understatement! God bless his soul.

[@tributethis678]

Everytime I feel the worst wave of dark depression creeping up on me, I listen to this man and a few other artists to remind me that I'm not alone.. it helps

[@zkzumbuhl85]

I’ll never be able to listen to this man song or this group play without getting choked up. Damn I miss Charles Bradley and Sharon Jones.

[@DoberDudeProductions]

Someone needs to give that drummer a hug. Or a slap.

[@SccofieldSOAD]

lol he looks so annoyed

[@pasivaan9563]

😄

[@igorcruz1297]

Maaan, how could this guy feel annoyed??

[@jefffejj1463]

@@igorcruz1297 the trumpetist is out of tone every 30s since the beginning of the song. Idk how anyone else isn't annoyed by it

[@igorcruz1297]

@@jefffejj1463 Ok. I'm embarassed, didn't notice that.

[@MrYodeezy]

RiP Legend!

[@matheusdgk6792]

R.i.P Legend

[@gangsterlojzo9137]

R.I.P

[@GustavoAlvaradoRivasplata]

Yoel Dawit and me listen now for first time

[@minuteman2006]

Such an appropriate song for what has happened during these last couple of months. RIP Mr. Bradley.

[@ocransarah148]

This song reminds me my late husband RIP JOHN😭😭

[@carrilloluis3324]

Like si eresMexicano 🇲🇽 y escuchas esta joya 💎

[@betosanchito]

This song is beyond amazing.. I dont know who charles bradley is. It is hard to make it in America. This man sings the blues and does it with sadness in his soul, its beautiful.

[@wasabichicken4433]

He could literally just read his page of wikipedia and it would still be a great song

[@hospodilander]

Listening it on January of 2021! Still feel his soul in the music.

[@Flip194]

0:48 his scream made me shiver. So good!

[@justaguyonyt137]

when you see a black singer sweating in the thumbnail, you know its gon' be good!!

[@PermanentHigh]

Just a guy on YT Deadass why I clicked. I knew it was gonna be fire.

[@TheroofsupplyIG]

Just a guy on YT swear you are spot on

[@richardsolano6183]

Just a guy on YT its why i clicked on this lmao the sweat means this shit was gonna fyaaaa

[@gpc1014]

I thought I was about to see him have a heart attack.

[@ty15533]

Truth

[@socksophone3650]

this song really tells a lot of suffering his face shows it all R.I.P

[@jamesp2708]

This so slaps harder today then years ago

[@PatrioticPirate]

I have never heard of Charles Bradley until today, 24Sep'17. I knew of him not even ONE DAY he walked this Earth. I KNOW I MISSED SOMETHING... rip Mr Charles Bradley.

[@codyanderson1358]

PatrioticPirate you still know him though

[@jimjazz150]

And that is soooooooooooo wrong. Incredible talent like this and yet the radio stations would rather play a talentless flog like Kanye west.

[@jesteronetime]

I only hear of the guy @ year before he went.now I play him loud as when I get piss on Sunday arvo... and I see the older people on my street come out and listen. Aussie beer and this guy for a Sunday session.

[@senpai7101]

Jim Jazz Kanye west is a legendary producer though

[@higorolliver2008]

Charles canta com tanto sentimento, é lindo de se ver. A forma como se expressa, isso é música, isso é divino!

[@igublack8577]

A voz dele lembra James brown

[@brandoncannon1296]

bruh that drunk ass trumpet player was killing me 😂😂😂

[@patagonianpasto]

+brandon cannon Venía a decir en Español xD suena raro, o no?

[@bluezhawg2104]

Once in a lifetime voice! Charles is among the greatest of all time! RIP

[@stevengerman2759]

The passion is real in this man .amen.

[@Kylerjguitar]

I just want to cry like a little bitch when I hear this man sing.

[@gerritgrootenboer5912]

i cry but i am sure this men is blesst

[@uberwamble]

Do it. Feels great.

[@wojtekszczerbinski9631]

shit man I felt it too

[@crunchb3rry]

Still kinda processing the loss of Tom Petty, but remembered Charles Bradley. Who died a short while back. He reminds me of Junior Kimbrough. Two guys with raw talent that found their success way too late in life to appropriately enjoy it. That's the harsh truth about life. That there's no schedule for your milestones. Craziest thing: Tom and Charles were almost the same age, both born in Gainesville.

[@Deezer270]

Also, you might think the same of Sixto Rodriguez...his story is amazing, there is a film about him you should check it our ;)

[@largeproblem]

He was such a powerhouse, and his words are going to have an impact for the rest of time. Rest in Peace, Charles, and thank you for everything

[@mybocks3]

Never heard of this dude, but when I saw the sweat and tears on his face in the thumbnail, it was at that moment that I FELT the soul that I was about to hear.

[@edgeofugly]

Then you realised this beautiful soul sadly passed away 2 years ago.

[@putablook]

This is one of the most emotional songs i ever listened. I'm so grateful to have discovered you. RIP Charles.

[@jrichieander6832]

“Why is it so hard to make it in America” I’m still trying to find out Charles

[@0xabstract64]

Our country needs to hear this now more than ever.

[@ssjgonas]

look at the dude on the bass at 2:58 the guy to his right is like 'yo is the drummer still pissed?' he looks back like yup and continues playing

[@raionkohon3447]

Hahah yeah you're right

[@obsoletemachinery]

+nasy Bwahahahahahaha oh my god you're so right

[@josesolis45]

Soul music at its best. Charles RIP. you are now reunited with your mother. May both your souls Rest In Peace.

[@LundinSebastian]

Honestly the best i've heard in about 8 years. Totally honest, One of my Friends showed me this and i cried during His cover of changes.

[@happyninjachick4419]

This song is so relevant today

[@RawGumbo23]

I got to see him perform at a free show, having no idea who he was. This man blew my away and I will never forget that amazing experience