Kris Kristofferson "Me & Bobby McGee" 1970 (Reelin' In The Years Archive)

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[@samseptember6404]

1:27 The little smile to himself after he says “Freedom’s just another word for nothing left to lose” is lovely

[@surfinintheunderground]

rest in peace!!

[@melodyfisher1512]

Forty six years later and I still love this song, and it's writer...(genius) Listen to this song practically everyday, most times by Kris, though many other versions do it justice also...Kris singing it will always be my favorite version...

[@ffggddss]

My first hearing of this song was Kris on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. They introduced Kris, and Kris played it solo, on acoustic 6-string. Shortly after, I heard it on an alternative music station (the legendary WHFS, 102.3 FM in Bethesda, Md.), as recorded by Gordon Lightfoot. Somewhat later, Janis Joplin picked it up and did a whole different take on it. Years after that, I heard Dick Cerri say, on his weekly folk music radio show, that Kris had given Gordon exclusive rights to record the song, and that when Janis took off with her recording of it, Gordon was no longer on speaking terms with Kris. Don't know this for a fact, but that's what I heard. Nowadays, I personally consider both recordings to be masterpieces, along with the composition of the song itself. Fred

[@brendawilliams4675]

I played this for my husband, Steve, this morning and he said, That's Kris's song. I agreed it is. I like Janis's version, but absolutely no one does it as well as Kris! There are about a million versions out there, but this one from 1970 is my favorite. And I think all you other ladies will agree with me, it doesn't hurt that Kris is beautiful too!

[@johnknottenbelt2727]

Say goodbye to the man with that twinkle in his eyes, the smile, that voice that gave Janis her Bobby McGee, the one who sang 'Help me make it Through the Night & Sunday morning coming Down'. Admired by Cash & Dylan, stalked by Janis & Babs, but never snared. The Highwaymen drop another Golden leaf from their tree. 🍂 Farewell Kris, we'll still hear your voice, long after your sun went down. 🌅🕊️🌞

[@skudlugs]

Well said John. so true

[@BethelAbba]

Thanks for posting this. I was looking for an early Kris Kristofferson version, as he sings it more passionately, and plays it slower.... and it really hits home that way.

[@dannywilliam34]

Classic.....the song defined a generation! Awesome!

[@homegal4339]

Wow, this video turns back the clock - priceless!!!

[@JenniB123]

"It won't sound pretty." Are you kidding? Rhodes Scholar, poet, soldier, singer, actor, courageous (One must be courageous to land a helicopter in Johnny Cash's yard!) and gentleman! RIP Kris.🌹🌹🌹

[@just4music687]

LOVE KRIS SO SO MUCH; THIS IS BEAUTY, THANK YOU FOR THE UPLOAD!

[@randomrecordings9757]

I really like this song. The words set a cool scene and a feeling that anyone but the tone deaf can sing. After listening to this, I'm gonna sing it right now.

[@fasdrina]

The creator of, "Me and Bobby McGee", I love you Kris.

[@lightfootfan]

sigh... LOVE his version the best of all...then it would be Lightfoot's cover.. what a great video...

[@789pokey]

Janis number one for me. Thx to Kris for writing it though.

[@dannywilliam34]

Kris’ version is my go to version when I feeling country/bluesy.....Janis’ version is my go to when I’m feeling a little more edgy. :)

[@garylopez3756]

Best version ever!!

[@PekkaLaine-m6q]

Saw him playing and singing just a few years ago in Helsinki. Rip "Mighty Swede". Love.

[@sandywinfield9406]

Magic. I stepped back in time for a few all too brief moments.

[@smasica]

Saw him in Minneapolis at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium in the early 70s. He had Rita Coolidge and the dude who did "I Can Help" with him. They came on late due to bad weather and didn't have time for a good sound check. Kris was a bit owly at the start, but settled down and put on a heck of a show.

[@elephantintheroom5678]

How handsome and beautiful and charming and talented he was.

[@DustinBlythe]

I'd like to think Cisco. Pike got in that car, drove it out to Nashville and wrote this along the way.

[@jackiejohnson8612]

We will slways love you Kris ...R.I.P.

[@lawrencefeldman7744]

ZALLY!!! Kris too damn cool! This configuration didn't last long.

[@ffggddss]

Are you saying the 12-stringer is Zal Yanofsky? Of Mugwumps & Lovin' Spoonful fame? (Referred to as "Zally" in the Mamas & Papas song, Creeque Alley.) I was wondering who that was... Fred

[@user-bd6ug7rn3n]

Natural and beautiful ... art all the way ...

[@lida3894]

Rest in Peace🙏🏼

[@PHILPOP2]

R.I.P. Legend

[@kimberhet]

💔🕊️🙏✝️☮️

[@carlospereiravazquez1032]

Speed 1.25 . You are welcome :)

[@Crushmore404]

That's whassup!

[@HI-RISER]

Search 'Pinks' version.

[@girlgeorgeberk]

Zal Yanovsky ,,Kris Kristofferson.

[@lawrencefeldman7744]

Nice twelve string from Zal. True guitar hero! Great cook and restauranteur! RIP

[@sallystevenson7864]

Love this version..

[@newriverratsam]

Who's the other picker?

[@NoOne-kr4jc]

Zal Yanovsky, i think

[@ammedredd]

Doesn't need any comments from me.....

[@davecrowson448]

RIP