Listen to the Radio - Nanci Griffith

From Austin City Limits - 1992

[@user-ks2vu5be1n]

Very talented! Such a treasure ! RIP !

[@analogkid1261]

Where would I be in times like these without the songs Nanci wrote?

[@larryhudlemeyer2617]

I'm a sad man tonight....been busy with life the last 2 weeks and did not realize on 13 August 2021, Miss Nanci had passed from this existence to the next! I will sorely miss her presence! I began my "Waltz At The 5 And Dime" with her in the mid-80's. I was in the United States Air Force and was just beginning a 4-yr tour of duty on the Island of Guam. Her songs and infectious spirit were an inspiration to me and my family who were far from home....strangers in a strange, extraordinary land! Miss Nanci genuinely talked the talk and walked the walk throughout her entire music career. She possessed an angelic voice....always sang from the heart....a real Texas jewel! Think I'll share some of her music with our grandson on Monday morning. RIP Miss Nanci Griffith, gone but not forgotten!

[@MichaelWilliams-mo1vv]

Nanci Griffith is so underrated.

[@martinspeer262]

People who appreciate music will appreciate Nanci Griffith

[@Kimi-dg3co]

RIP Flyer. So many great songs and stories from this treasure of an artist. This song is a cherished memory forever. Peace down the road with the radio on Nanci.

[@luckydog-287]

Wonderful spirit who is not on the surface of this earth anymore.

[@helenminnes3449]

RIP Nanci. One of the best songwriters ever.

[@dsimms561]

I'm crushed

[@AnnaBelle-ur1wr]

Sitting here crying; she's just been a light to me.

[@martinspeer262]

Very sad news indeed this morning...R.I.P Nanci Griffith. The world has lost yet another great American musician and human being...very sad 😥

[@stevevitoff4436]

she also had uncanny taste in selecting other people's songs to cover.

[@jseymourguenther6527]

And one of the greatest song pickers/interpreters. And band leaders.

[@brucesheehe6305]

This is the fine wine of life bottled by Nanci for us all forever.

[@bunnoatnichibei]

I've had this song on my iPod and then phone for many years. I never get tired of it. Fly high, Nanci.

[@margaretwilson1539]

Nancy is so enjoying this. I'll always listen to your songs on any device. Great performer. Really missed..

[@patriciadonahue7075]

Nanci- my favorite singer/ songwriter/ of all time. It’s like we grew old together. God I’ll miss her so much

[@johnbecker6301]

Too soon. The world is a darker place today at that bright light taken away and the tears won't stop. We love you Nanci.

[@heliotrope366]

Absolutely love this one. Loneliness turns into speed and exhilaration, moving down the road...

[@eddiem2274]

Nanci and MC2.. RIP Nanci..She helped me through sad times in the 80s..I just added more of her on Pandora..

[@markw4206]

I love the "spunk" of this song. Nanci Griffith always comes off as sweet and agreeable, and I like to imagine these lyrics as autobiographical ones as she found her independence and flew off into freedom. What a lovely soul she was. I still want to cry at her passing.

[@bredasheehan7069]

So agree ❤

[@dympm9884]

So true... I wld love to play it as good on guitar. She was a beautiful writer.

[@RobertKrus]

Told my wife that if we ever split up I was gonna marry Nanci.

[@markw4206]

@@RobertKrus There'd be a long line to get into!

[@rogerr2796]

@@RobertKrus Nanci is gone from us now. But by golly, I like your thinking.

[@clairey6407]

She's as good live as on a record. Amazing singer, writer and performer!

[@TITANIUM1968]

I saw her at the Manchester Nynex in 1990 I think, The sun the moon and stars tour, with her blue moon orchestra, Nanci Griffiths live was one, if not THE, musical highlight of my life. Phenomenal, in my story she lives on because of her timeless lyrics music and beautiful voice, ❤

[@bernhardlohr4662]

RIP Nanci. Get wet eyes when litening this brilliant performance...superb !! Love her music very very much since over 25 years... This 1991 Austin concert with Mary Chapin Carpenter was amazing !! (Thanks youtube to have this jewel on here!) Same brilliant live concert: "Winter Marquee" (DVD & CD)..a must have from her!!! Greetings to all Nanci Griffith-Fans, B.L.,Germany

[@mountainsage100]

I grieve her loss..never knew her, but she touched my soul. Fly free, sweet soul..you will always be remembered..

[@juliapatricia6223]

RIP Nanci and Thank you so much for the Music!❤️

[@thomassicard3733]

Too much crying for me... I am so moved by such genuine, natural, honed and perfected talent - with such soul... RIP Nanci, you are always loved deeply.

[@stephenkriz]

Unbelievably entertaining and energetic song! So much fun! I believe that is Mary Chapin Carpenter singing backup. Nanci had a crystalline voice - beautiful!

[@leehjones]

Yeah, pretty sure that's MCC singing back up.

[@elrando5981]

@@leehjonesCan confirm

[@mikite57]

RIP Nanci. Your music has been a soundtrack to my life since I discovered "Lone Star State Of Mind" all those years ago.

[@fazbell]

Nanci is wonderful. The subjects she chooses for her songs are just incredible.

[@fredkaiser6406]

RIP Nanci Your Music Will Go On Forever

[@philveness8154]

Nanci you have left us all to soon with the radio on. But you left too soon. You are missed!

[@RichGilpin]

Amazing, she gave us such beauty and perfection! What a gift to have received her voice and excellent performances during our lifetime.

[@markw4206]

This song could go on forever and I'd keep listening to her.

[@jeffrygagnon5506]

You'd be lucky to get a seat.

[@waterox73]

Love her so much. I've yet to come across a live performance that doesn't kick arse.

[@FrancoS59]

Nanci is not just a good composer, singer and musician, but she is an extraordinary performer, she manages to transmit her feeling while her sings, I really love this sincerity. Thank you very kindly, Nanci.

[@dympm9884]

She perfects the moments in a womans life...you have these windows of escape..brilliant..and we take off. Perfect.

[@kashesan]

Miss you Nanci. Hope to hear your voice again across the Great Divide one day. Love, Kath

[@eamonngaynor5762]

Since the day you passed Nancy it's done nothing but rain you never miss the well till the water runs dry thank god you left such an astonishing music legacy behind but it's still raining

[@dennislaux]

Gosh, she just kept me going for so many years. thanks and may God bless you.

[@eamonngaynor5762]

I hate cancer it took my father and two very close friends that I've never been able to replace or simulate now it's claimed this beautiful angel of song I simply can't process it Nanci you've a treasure trove of wonderful music we miss you we love you we will never forget you RIP Beautiful Angel of song

[@seamusburke9101]

One of my favourites from Nanci. RIP sweet lady.

[@chrislong3938]

I saw her for her Fair Summer's Evening tour and the Great American Music Hall in SF. Just her, the piano guy, and a drummer... FANTASTIC!!!

[@wimthetim1]

Miss you so much, Nanci. True genius

[@Maddie741]

Was 15/16 when I discovered Nanci and 30 years later I don't mind and I am thankful for/still for the radio (streaming sites) for music that lights up the night and brightens my day and outlook 😊

[@robjontay5052]

From an Ol Radio DJ this song means a lot to me and we who sometimes asked ourselves " Is ANYONE out there?" Yes you were. Thank you both for listening!

[@catdaddy3302]

I worked for some bad radio stations in Mississippi and wondered that all the time. I had a lot of listeners in prison, a captive audience. But they couldn’t call in. The owner have his daughter (with a bad lisp ) a job as DJ. I could tell we had a lot of listeners, because when I went to a business to sell an ad they’d say, “Oh, the one with that girl!” 😹 That how he knew people were likening. She did most of our ad spots too. Did you hear her? 🙀

[@Prospect.1]

Is anyone out there ,? Besides you tube n me ??

[@citizen762]

One of my favorite songs of Nanci's

[@noelaves3326]

One Very Beautiful and Talented Lady !! I wish she would smile at me ..

[@chronecro]

the nod from the piano player at 2:08 is so beautifully subtle and the whole band picks up, that's a tight band

[@robertryan2542]

May she rest in peace.

[@peteb5996]

If I could go back in time and watch one music show live, this would be it-Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter havin’ a blast. Chapeau ladies!

[@johntarleton6330]

If you look to the left you will see the indigo girls

[@douglasjackson8571]

Anybody remember the Austin Cuty Limits with the trio of Nanci Mary Chapin and Julie Gold?? She wrote From A Distance and gave it ONLY to Nanci Griffith. Where did Bette Midler Find It?? Such a music debacle see the Grammy award go in the dollar record bin

[@Fishing4life1997]

Such a meaningful song. Mentions 2 of my all time favorite country artists Merle and Loretta.

[@garyc7517]

I miss her a lot.. Only saw her live once, but it was awesome!

[@SuperPepzz]

she could really sings how she sing out wow

[@Mister-Mike-B]

You'll always be the Poet in My Window, Nanci.

[@daveste1000]

Every holiday car trip to a campsite, or any long drive in the early 90s with mam, dad and my brothers, this was the song, that was always there 💖✨☮️

[@williamwhite2113]

One of my favorite songs of hers. RIP Nanci.

[@jeffrygagnon5506]

She'll be back. Doin' zakly what? don't know. But she'll even top what she's already done. Take it to the bank. Angel voice and writing.

[@gameon63]

at .58 Pete Kennedy makes his appearance, he came for what would be his last appearance with Mary Chapin Carpenter and he got offered a job with Nanci Griffith at the end of the show. oh and the guitar he's playing is Nanci's, when he had an issue with his she said here try this one, this was the first time they'd met. he also played with Kate Wolf so he was a natural fit when she decided to cover "Across the Great Divide" Kate's song for Other Voices Other Rooms.

[@boxborolad]

Such a wonderful song and performance. RIP Nanci, you are missed. BTW: that piano man is something else too! :-)

[@johnpace4397]

Year after year: Nanci remains incomparable. Then. Now. And forever to come. THANK GOODNESS!!

[@dougms67]

So very sad. But lucky us, these songs will live on with so much life.

[@shugismic]

RIP Nancy one of the best

[@rogeralsop3479]

Excellent song excellent singer.

[@ludwigdietsch9131]

I love this lady and her music...

[@tison53]

same here!

[@DanSmith-qn9rs]

Pure beauty!

[@shanekeogh-wm9ot]

I used to always listen to the radio with my mom thanks for the memories ❤

[@MrYorickJenkins]

What a kind and giving person RiP

[@tmac8892]

Those Delta towns wear satin gowns...yes, my daughter, that's poetry there now.

[@jonkiparsky7369]

Great singing, great song - but also, dig that piano!

[@jacksonurenmusic]

James hooker I'm pretty sure. He's spectacular.

[@oliviermilanini6592]

JUST GREAT......

[@nickforbes-warren6602]

Only uses 3 chords but it works a treat!!! Superb tune. One of Nanci's very best.

[@georgerarmstrong]

A wonderful song and performance, Nanci is missed. Yes, I'll listen to the radio. Regards to all, George Armstrong

[@aliciasavage8553]

First the death of Una Stubbs who played Aunt Sally and now Nanci Griffin, Sad day for country Music xx

[@jimgeorger4452]

So talented!

[@lembagnol5882]

RIP, Nancy. U R well-loved

[@davidcarlson1208]

Great song!

[@11UncleBooker22]

Thank you sweet Lord for Nanci.

[@waywest8138]

This song inspired me to start playing guitar. My first one was a Martin D15, not 0018 like the song but I think of Nanci when I play it! RIP to a talented sweet soul.

[@leafnlore2712]

Spunky girl, she was! Damn, but I miss her!!!

[@chronecro]

That half-assed yodel head note at 1:07 that made her smile, she was always just so honest

[@lisbethsolberg782]

Damn, I love this song so much.

[@shanekeogh-wm9ot]

I just love this song it means a a hell of a lot to me

[@SgtGrotto]

From the ACL show Nanci did with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Indigo Girls. 1991, I wanna say.

[@brianoconnor1949]

It took a while, but the lights finally shone on Emily and Amy at the very end. A barbershop quartet for soulful women!

[@kathys254]

Great show!! The Indigo Girls almost seemed a little out of their depth sharing the stage with such consummate professionals as MCC and Nanci Griffith - what phenomenal performers!!

[@scottbryant7090]

Timeless story telling!

[@Earleen-Daniels_24]

Just beautiful!! 🎶🎸🤟🥀

[@keithshively8233]

Why is there only a like button to press? Where is the I have always loved this key?

[@waynemcmillan5970]

Love this song!

[@paulconger1784]

With Mary Chapin Carpenter! Rest in peace Nanci.

[@serenabussell8489]

I saw her when I lived in Houston at a place called Anderson Fair? Tiny club. I still get weepy over her passing 😢

[@margaretobrien3416]

rest well nanci ty for the music

[@johnbutcher1710]

a very sad loss to the music scene , both sides of the pond ... rest in peace nanci xx

[@ongkienemir]

love this

[@LyonsArcade]

That line "That good ol' Boy's gonna find a band of Gold on his Stereo... and My Mama'll Call and say "Where'd she go" He'll say "Down the Road with the Radio on!" Fantastic, what a songwriter, lol

[@ninesticks]

miss you - from 2024

[@chronecro]

Nanci and Eric at Anderson Fair in the late 70s, I never thought she'd die before me

[@drummerboy1390]

Another light goes out.

[@brucesheehe6305]

Santa's perfection.

[@cfc105]

RIP gorgeous lady :-(

[@mikemcnamara6119]

In less than 2 years we've lost Nancy and John what in the world is going on

[@hbuetow]

She left behind a great musical legacy. :(

[@shanekeogh-wm9ot]

When you haven't got a friend you listen to the radio ❤

[@rickjames2428]

all her songs touch me!

[@bobbiemoore3919]

Absolutely!!

[@mattdemo5182]

Tears.....

[@georgewachsmuth9201]

Fantastic !

[@IndigoJo]

Notice how she turns and winks at Amy Ray when she mentions the 00-18 Martin in the second verse. (Amy's Martin is actually a 0-18.)

[@keithrice9253]

awesome