Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - Will the Circle Be Unbroken [Live]

[@whitesnake4561]

My wife of 49 years passed away from lung cancer. Two years ago. I play this song every night. Brings tears to my eyes but makes me feel better afterwards.

[@deborahclark9282]

Bless ur heart❤

[@JohnBlair-w3w]

Lost mine three and a half years ago brother know where you're at now

[@norbertsiewert-f5s]

Somehow this song makes me shed bitter tears whenever I listen to it. Why do I keep doing it!

[@casestudy220]

So sorry. That made me cry just reading this :(

[@dickhead_brian]

I am praying for your peace and comfort brother.

[@mundrubjet]

Retired US Army Sergeant...Stood on the battlefields of Iraq in 06 and all of 07. Saw some friends die. Never had this kind of family. Wish I had. But I see here the love and good spirit...a snapshot of good things to come...The circle will indeed be unbroken...The Lord, Our God will see to it...Hoooaaaahhh!!! Old Guard...

[@adifferentbanjoguy9603]

Retired Army as well. Afghanistan '09, and an atheist, but I grew up on this music and I still love the soulful nature of it. Something about it just makes the hair stand on end...

[@mundrubjet]

11Bravo says it all to me. Why is the sky blue?? Because God loves the Infantry!! What makes the green grass grow?? Blood!! Blood!! Blood!! I feel you, my brother. I hope you will give God a chance. John 3:3, Jesus said, "No man can see the Kingdom of Heaven, Lest he be born again..." The book of Romans explains how to become "Born again" Know this, the 1st birth is of the flesh (water)... the 2nd birth is spiritual. You must have this 2nd birth to go to Heaven. Soldier, follow the instructions of the Field Manual and obey your lawful order. In your heart, you know it is just, true and right. When this life is over, you will stand tall before the Man. And He will require you to account for your actions. Do not let Him down. Hope to spend eternity with you, my 11Bravo brother. Manchu, Keep Up The Fire....

[@sdeisme]

Thank you for your service!

[@shawnareiter8029]

Your family Sir are Americans who are grateful for your service! Mother of US Army soldier Afghanistan 2013.

[@tttgaming8762]

Spoofer11Bang that's the Holy Spirit my friend

[@hannahgrace2884]

My mother passed away from aggressive cancer this past year. I thank God for giving me the strength to get through it without her. I was very close to her, and as a teenager I haven't been more than 1 week at a time from her. He has been so gracious to me, for I had turned and forgot about Him. But He showed mercy and called me back, and now I am at peace & stronger in faith than ever 🔥 #kidneycancerawarness🧡🖤

[@NCGreeneyes85]

I lost my mom to cancer, and she use to sing to me when I was little kid.

[@tommytorbet]

When my mom passed on this was played at her funeral I remember everyone began to sing even those who had never heard it before it was a moment that brought everyone together in a time of need for everyone.. she meant the world to us.. may she smile on

[@stacyk7876]

Hey Tommy! My mama just passed away on 5-11-21 and I understand what you went through. This was played at my mamas funeral too. People started singing it too and honestly it broke my heart. Your mama must have been an amazing lady too.! We just have to know what special mamas we had! God bless!!

[@johnlighton7025]

Hi this was sung at my mom and dad's funeral and I hope it's sung at mine. This vid I haven't heard. Amazing .

[@alumpyhorse]

I join in condolences for everyone on this thread, this was sung at my mom‘s funeral last week. Outside, 300+ people raising voices strong. it was a moving moment of solidarity and love for a beautiful in every way, beloved matriarch. I miss her terribly.

[@darrellbrewer9664]

God bless

[@malachimartin6226]

My Grandmother died about 6/7 years ago and she loved this song, I hope she's happy up there with Jesus

[@zviskovic9394]

Psalm 103:17 But the love of the Lord remains forever with those who fear him. His salvation extends to the children’s children.

[@mundrubjet]

Lost my Mother when I was 3 in 1965. Boo hoo...Diabetes. Oh, how she suffered. Last thing I remember is them wheeling her away into the hospital on a stretcher. My 3 year old brain didn't understand that mommy wasn't coming back. Spent the rest of my adult life trying to fill the empty void she left with alcohol. I am 55 now and the jury is still out on that one. I am saved according to John 3:3. I believe that this video is a portal to how it will be in Heaven. Christian brothers and sisters raising voices in praise and in solidarity. If I meet my mom in Heaven or if I don't, I believe that Heaven will be such a place as this... where there is peace and love and brotherhood and sisterhood. I for one, can not wait for that day when I'll Fly Away... Love to all of you, and to my mom... and to Uncle Don and Aunt Dotty...woot...Ol Sarge...

[@jaguarangel2000]

You WILL see your dear mother, again. Blessings to you.

[@openbun1283]

mundrubjet .....oh bless your dear heart.

[@Jaxon1127]

Godbless you and Mom my friend

[@JeffFreemanPresents]

What a beautiful statement! Thank you for that. I am not a believer, but I value greatly the power of your faith for you. And may I say that your words are creating a little bit of heaven right here on Earth, right now, for everyone who reads them.

[@keaganburk3789]

I lost my grandmother to health problems and double pneumonia on top of that and I sang this song for her after the funeral service and I cried at the end of the song because she was my best friend when I would visit her and my grandpa

[@MarkTEwing]

So many legends up there... So glad to see Marty Raybon up there too. Cool story about him... I was working at an amusement park where he and his son came to visit on vacation back around 96'. I asked him if he was Marty from Shenandoah, he confirmed he was. I asked for his autograph, and he obliged, but not before asking if I knew Jesus. I did! But, that's never left my memory. I feel like in many ways I am a better man today for following Marty and his music.

[@BeastLingo42]

My grandfather just passed away today. I'm not a religious person, nor do I wish to be, but this song has always been one of my favorites and even though I can't accept an afterlife as fact it feels good to entertain the thought from time to time.

[@illeadolf5617]

I second that

[@Whatifiamarobot]

You're in luck then, Christianity is NOT a religion. It is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you can read Matthew, Mark, Luck and John. What you will find is it was the religious people who sought to take his life. Jesus's criticisms were toward them. He did only good. He healed the sick, the lame and the lepers. He preached salvation and he preached the truth. The religious people hated Him for it. They lied, they falsely accused Him and convicted Him. THEY demanded He be crucified. He offers salvation to all.

[@carlseconds7557]

i hope you find Jesus in these past years :) God bless you

[@alumpyhorse]

same. my condolences- 8 years later ..

[@jonas2431]

So sorry for your loss

[@alexwilliams4264]

Always deeply moved by this song and I don't believe in any religion. Think June Carter is absolutely fantastic version

[@marjoriespeicher.9319]

Thank you Lord for a hope beyond the grave,where the Spirit & soul is alive.

[@proudmomofbug]

Played at my Grandma's funeral 22 years ago. Even though I'm an atheist I still can't get away from this song. Makes me emotional every time.

[@tttgaming8762]

proudmomofbug that's Gods power

[@timothylongworth8266]

I hear that. I'm totally agnostic and think Abrahamic religions are bullshit but absolutely love this track.

[@kevinloving3141]

+Timothy Longworth +Imbusy as long as you have breath there is time to accept Jesus as your Savior. Jesus stands at the door of your heart. Open up and let Him in.

[@AthenaBaucum]

I'm an atheist (don't try to convert me, I'm perfect where I am). We used to sing this song at the beginning of the gatherings at my Grandma's hippy community. Most of them are either atheist or don't believe in heaven as the afterlife (Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs) but it's tradition. No song can give me a sense of community like this.

[@del1rn]

I certainly hope you have changed your mind about atheism, repented & confessed Jesus as your Lord and Savior. Do you want to lose everything, and not have any further fellowship with these wonderful people you just listened to, and most of all not have our God, the creator of everything, as your best friend who gave you life and all things that are good in this life and in the life to come?

[@dreamsofkaia7275]

Buried my Mother today, it was a cold and cloudy day and I followed close behind that hearse. I’m alone at my parents home now. It used to feel full of love and like home. Now it feels so lonesome without my Mother’s presence. I’m so heartbroken. Cancer is a terrible disease.

[@ruthdixon7807]

maybelle carter, jimmy martin, roy mcuff, merle travis and other old school country and bluegrass artists all together in one room. pure magic!!

[@nathanaellee8356]

This wonderful old country Gospel classic was sang at the funeral service of Mrs. Sue Ann Hoffman. She was the mother of a very good friend of mine.

[@glencoe6305]

Marty Raybon has a wonderful,Country, Voice. Love to hear him Testify and sing about the Lord. Marty Stuart is a God -Gifted performer,too.

[@ehicksyall8248]

He is a steadfast Christian as well. Love that man!!

[@claudiea6636]

Family and friends sang this after Moms' funeral... sad, sad day... one i will never forget xo

[@garrettmanasco8424]

How can you not love this song? Thank You so Much!

[@thereddrob]

[verse1] Jimmy Ibbotson (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band) [verse2] Del McCoury (Del McCoury Band) [mandolin solo] Ronnie McCoury (DMB) [verse3] Marty Raybon (Shenandoah) [verse4] Marty Stuart [verse4 accompaniment] Jeff Hanna (NGDB)

[@lorettanajarian7613]

Thank you for posting the soloists. I love this song!

[@mikeellis623]

For my mom ,who passed 6/1/24. She has gone on to be in the circle of family and friends who have gone before her.

[@carriegarcia2392]

Sending you hugs ❤ God bless you, Love is just stronger when Jesus takes us Home ❤🙏

[@BLACKLACDTS]

R.I.P MomMom. Billie Geraldine Mullins Nov 7,1929 - Dec 21,2020 Born in Pen Gap Kentucky, was called to Heaven In White Marsh Maryland. We love and Miss you..

[@markdoyle2739]

The 3rd verse always brings tears to my eyes.Its so powerful....

[@PNDStudios]

Must keep the tradition of Folk Music and Bluegrass alive for the new generation before songs like this are lost to time.

[@daviddavidson8050]

Hands down one of my favorite Gaither Homecoming Video presentations! NGDB is STILL a GOAT of a band that got together with some of the other GOATS of; Bluegrass, Gospel and Country for this one. Bill and Gloria Gaither knocked another out the musical history park. Homerun! God bless and Shalom Y'all from Kentucky!

[@andydogdixon1]

Came out gay decades ago to my mother and everybody else. Worked at the PTL club in ministry back in the late 70s. It was a wonderful time and followed Bill and Gloria Gaither all the way back then. Still listening to them today and loving it. ❤🌈

[@MarkMaysey]

Now this is music!

[@CrawfishParish]

oh man i love it..thx for share this

[@MarkMaysey]

CrawfishParish You're welcome good friend, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@dorothywilt6214]

Seven Spanish Angels

[@dmcewen772]

I agree

[@Dixie45]

Agree

[@rockinredneck57]

Crap? How dare anyone call this crap? The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band wrote and recorded this first and the others on stage with them are all legends. Del McCoury, Marty Stuart and Marty Raybon. Great job by all.

[@ducheminpeter]

FFS

[@davidgonzalez-vp4xn]

Christopher Arnold Actually, it was First written sooo long ago that nobody knows who wrote it, and as such it is often simply credited as: "Traditional".

[@chrisfreand8800]

well as the other gentleman said,, Nitty Gritty DB didn't write this song. but they ,a always do an amazing job. what a great song and wonderful cast to perform it.

[@davidgonzalez-vp4xn]

Chris Freand Indeed.

[@rockinredneck57]

Looks like it was written in 1907 as a hymn and adapted with different lyrics on 1935 by the Carter Family more as a funeral song. The 1971 version by NGDB uses the Carter Family lyrics. It's still one of the greatest albums ever recorded. With Mother Maybelle Carter and Roy Acuff front and center it helped revive traditional country music.

[@robertmusacchio9409]

The Dirt Band's rendition of this classic has to be one of the best, here dressed up w/many guest stars is lovely.

[@kadzii45]

Just lost my grandma I'll love you forever 😔🙏🏾

[@markdoyle2739]

What a lovely song Marty singing at 1.51 has a class voice and also the man singing at 2.30 is class to. I have never seen musicians so well dressed.Such a great song.

[@paulacox5347]

Praise the name of Jesus!!! I'm going home!!!

[@rilly1347]

PAULA COX See you on the other side!

[@mundrubjet]

Over these prison walls I'll fly...I'll fly away...In the mornin. When I die, Halleluiah, by and by...I'll fly away...

[@yesterdaysrose5446]

Can't find my comment, if I ever made one. I'm a video game enthusiast. Hence why I found this song. Lost both of my grandmother and my father fairly close to each other in 2019. Now, I'm a staunch pagan, but I have to tip my hat to an American ensemble who can see that death isn't the end. Things will continue. A wise man said, a man is not truly dead while their name is still spoken.

[@marjoriespeicher.9319]

Thank you Lord for the Holy Spirit's comfort,although we need earthly support akso.

[@davewilliams5328]

What a wonderful batch of great music and talent!

[@robertbolding4182]

Crying now

[@miker8379]

Bunch of all stars right there. Gaither never sounded so good.

[@marjoriespeicher.9319]

My Lord,I lost my father & mother approx. 50 yrs ago.. Bit the memories still linger.

[@cherylandrews879]

so beautiful; so sad, but is worth listening to over and over

[@janevantassel]

This is so great.... wow..... love it Amen

[@timburr4453]

Undertaker, undertaker, undertaker Won't you please drive slow For that lady you are haulin' Lord, I hate to see her go. powerful words

[@mrfriz4091]

Always liked the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Here is reason why! Great cover!

[@MrPeter3011]

what a song.....what a band....simply great.....

[@puttentanesame6687]

Salve for the soul...one of the greatest mourning songs ever. 'By and by, Lord, by and by...'

[@DebbieHerbert]

oh, how I miss my mother! Thank you for the beautiful music.

[@johannagloryglorialeluyasu5672]

I was standing by my window On one cold and cloudy day When I saw that hearse come rolling For to carry my mother away Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky I said to that undertaker Undertaker please drive slow For this lady you are carrying Lord, I hate to see her go Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky Oh, I followed close behind her Tried to hold up and be brave But I could not hide my sorrow When they laid her in the grave Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky I went back home, my home was lonesome Missed my mother, she was gone All of my brothers, sisters crying What a home so sad and lone Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky We sang the songs of childhood Hymns of faith that made us strong Ones that mother Maybelle taught us Hear the angels sing along Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky Will the circle be unbroken By and by, Lord, by and by There's a better home a-waiting In the sky, Lord, in the sky

[@sethcarlow8363]

Awesome.

[@clarababo207]

Gosto de música country ! ...... Diz-se que o banjo nasceu em Portugal ...

[@tmcglamery]

This was sung at my mothers funeral. I didn't listen to the words since I was so heartbroken. Never knew it fit so well.

[@jolenegoodwin6746]

THE EVERY BEST SONG EVER SING IS THIS ONE IT TOUCH'ES MY HEART I REALLY LOVE THE SONG

[@nicholasaleksandra4059]

Hello Jolene

[@noelreynolds3081]

This song was sang as my mam was lowered down 10 years ago. I miss her so much.

[@stefanocollica8246]

Troppo bello questo brano. Ho il doppio o triplo album fin dal 1977, un bel gruppo country , che in alcuni brani potete trovarci Vassar Clement al violino. Una goduria per chi ama la buona musica.

[@ravenkitley7092]

God let the circle be broken for at last three years because I need a emotional break for this autistic 26 year old girl I can’t do it a again for a while Rest In Peace nana Papa bear uncle Joey aunt Cindy grandpa Kitley

[@amywilliams6872]

If this song doesn't stir feelings and emotions while making you tap your toes then you are probably dead inside

[@K8theGR8theGIGGLER]

why Connie Smith doesn't have a microphone, I don't know but this is great ❤

[@Care960]

Check my comment about the set up

[@charlesduguid4811]

This in my opinion is the best version of this classic gospel song

[@gregorygarcia4070]

What's the name of the singer at the 2:30 mark?😃🤔 I remember seeing him before.

[@annewright6034]

My favourite song. I love all the instruments. I have requested to have it played at my funeral.

[@marylott7929]

My mother would sing this song in the 60's when I was little. I miss her.

[@kent9311]

good listening!! i always enjoy the gaither productions. it's wonderful watching the great performers on stage, in the background, and in the audiance. thanks for sharing.

[@vikhulisumi9136]

I love to see Jimmy and band

[@jennifursun3303]

RIP to my mama and my daddy

[@sheenahernandez9144]

My mom died Monday night and always wanted this played at her funeral so it will be tomorrow God help me

[@Sidetrackification]

Excellent, thanks for posting this 😢

[@foopbooper9210]

This version is fantastic. What a beautiful song.

[@mattjames5694]

This is just too amazing. Much thanks for your post.

[@cpecpecpe]

What can I say? Emergency spinal surgery, then Stage four cancer, finally brain tumor. I wish I will see mom when the end comes..

[@harrygriffiths2972]

I can see through all the tears

[@deborahclark9282]

Legends sangin an Amazing song!!!❤❤❤❤ Love this!!!

[@810Lara810]

The thing is a circle can't be unbroken, if it happens once people will never learn and will try again

[@nitemoves1]

This was one of the first albums I've ever owned. My brother was tired of me playing Derek & the dominos and Black Oak Arkansas all of the time so he gave me this album and Roy Clark LIVE. I didn't know it at the time but it would be a gift that would last my entire life! I play this song every time I stand on stage and play my guitar and I would trade a leg to be on that stage jamming with Del McCoury and his son, Marty Stuart and Jeff Hanna and every one else up there. I sure hate to hear this called crap because its one of the few true american art forms and I'm sure the crap callers don't have anything better....

[@gregfisher4529]

That was perfect!

[@groverkauffman3106]

My daddy was a professional Gospel singer and we used to sing this a lot

[@marongiunicholas4345]

Thank you bioshock!!!

[@pattygibbs597]

My sister told me about the song because it reminded me of are mom when she past away 5 years ago😢

[@lorigibbs2379]

my family is from the south..this is played at every funeral even tho we are from Calif

[@richysmith5382]

Remember people don't ever break the circle

[@deborahconnor1101]

This reminds me of my family in Arkansas!!! Oh my gosh, there is Vestal Goodman!!! Wow!!!!!

[@SeverSTL]

Ibby always had a '' feel good '' voice.

[@gamerboy218]

Whats dead will die, and whats lived will live

[@kellyford5903]

Well….WoW 🤩 Thank you

[@mikemouse5299]

This is what you call bluegrass.Great performance.

[@donnabucknerbuckner8749]

so beautiful song

[@jodyproffitt8140]

Amen to that Donna! I've heard this song for as long as I can remember (seems like at least 50 years). And, the older I get the better it sounds!

[@Bigtill1999]

Jody Proffitt Amen to that. I've heard this since I was a kid and now that I'm in my late 30s, the song is even more beautiful and means so much more to me.

[@donnabucknerbuckner8749]

Beautiful song all ways loved it

[@davidnewcum5328]

That sure made me feels good after a long day

[@marlasguitar]

Jesus Christ said, that who believes in me will receive power of the Holy Spirit. And go and spread the word to all creation

[@Care960]

My dad was dying of cancer, extreme pain which couldn't be controlled. His last words were JESUS I'M COMING HOME. that was it. On getting his death certificate, cause of death was heart attack. God didn't want him to suffer anymore

[@Care960]

@MarkClifford-gs6yu I usually don't answer anybody on here. Bu you seem harmless. Yes, I'm doing good. How about yourself. This song really hits home now, my sister just passed away. She was a lot older than me. Her daughter is only 5 years younger than me. So hit hard. Yes, I'm from Eastern Kentucky, my name is Martha.

[@norbertsiewert-f5s]

I had a terrible dream about my mother twenty years before she actually passed. We were on the driveway with her car. She looked at me and said I Am Going Home. Everything that is mine is now yours. 😢 She got into her car and drove off into oblivion. I felt ill the rest of the day. But it prepared me for the day when she finally passed. Miss you, mom!

[@sethcarlow8363]

Starts to sing along to it. love it this so awesome.

[@farmgirl6350]

This is one of all time favorites

[@wendymoseley8951]

How great thou art

[@paulolorenzo6654]

Show. Cheerful, nice to hear

[@lennievolle8957]

Great version! Love it! Thanks Music TV!

[@nonenonnenopenonenomorefor5556]

Just drove from Nashville to Natick MA mom creamated burry on Tuesday miss you mom happy mother's day

[@alleyeysonme]

This is a classic

[@paulacullen8381]

A great version - with all the greats

[@joeball6224]

this is my favorit gospel song \

[@macievaughn9738]

I love this song best in world

[@cas95515]

Beautiful.

[@waynehudson1181]

I love this song,,my mother song I all the time.🙏

[@bosse641]

Wonderful America.

[@xe2dak]

I Lost the full vol 3 link, someone can share pmeasey? 🙏✨😭😭

[@greenbeagle13]

Best version ever...

[@deborahclark9282]

Love this!!!

[@screamer8939]

Bioshock Infinite!

[@kaue2855]

yes

[@tseamrog]

+Screamer 89 exato

[@P0w3r101]

+Screamer 89 This song inspired the bioshock song. Lord is omitted in the bio shock version for better story continuity.

[@Peterson505BR]

😭I almost cried when I closed the game is when I played in the "favela" phase with that wonderful solo Elizabeth miss😭

[@pytko3]

Almost.

[@joycecolemanallsep3732]

A good song ❤

[@K.Lovelace1968]

Another one my momma used to sing, now I sing it for her..