Oscar Winner Sugar Man - Rodriguez - LIVE

[@lucianoaccaroli1957]

Thank you South Africa for giving him his place among the Greats

[@viviennetwigg8096]

And Australia

[@Tonyclifton-q4f]

@@viviennetwigg8096 yes ,i was lucky i guess as my father loved hes music ,he also took me to Melbourne to see bob marley a few years later maybe 1980

[@StereoPalto]

Rest in peace, Sixto. Thank you for everything. We will remember you forever.

[@nowelaZA]

💔💔💔

[@RedBarnFreeRange]

In South Africa he has been our idol since I was a child.. we just thought he was WORLD famous, instead he was RIPPED OFF ... and America ignored him.. he is a True Hero in our eyes and always will be. Watch the movie/documentary Searching for sugar man.. and cry with emotion and love!

[@VarnasL]

"Ignored him"? Lol He just wasn't a thing there, that's like wanker

[@beachlife3738]

The documentary was amazing!

[@Scaley_Reptile]

Same here in Aus and New Zealand.. Africa and Aus are the only countries that appreciated him.

[@Ashir_karuna_daya]

@@Scaley_Reptile i want to talk about the absence of his AUS tours and listeners he had there when it comes to that documentary

[@aberdeenmeadows]

I just discovered his music this year. He lives just an hour away from where I live. I had no idea. I heard he finally got paid the royalties that was due him for all those years - and thank you folks of South Africa and elsewhere to buying and playing his music. Without ya'll, he would still be unfound.

[@mantarrayachannel7866]

His playing sounds like three guitars at the same time. Amazing.

[@davidefuochetti1063]

Mantarraya Channel spanish guitar

[@jhastings454]

no it doesn't

[@ELBOZZZZ]

my exactly thought

[@annereidy7981]

sure does!

[@konstantingutternig8354]

Just a strumming technique

[@brendabamlett5237]

I have never heard anyone in my life that played the guitar like he does.

[@saringaclose]

LISTEN TO PETER WHITE BUT EACH ARTIST IS DIFFERENT IN THERE OWN WAY

[@Mewmul]

That`s because he does not have a ring finger, If you looks close. He had to find new chord positions.

[@VassilisBmhs]

thank you, hadn't noticed... even greater for that.

[@jhastings454]

randy rhoads

[@Roman-kl3wk]

Robert Johnson played the guitar insanely well too

[@DanielHillCoaching]

R.I.P Malik Bendjelloul (sitting next to Rodriguez), you not only brought us a beautiful film about a man who didn't take his life as legend thought, but you brought him back to life and made him the legend he is. It was you in the end who departed the world by your own hands. It's such a tragedy, you were very gifted and you were very worthy of your Oscar. May you rest in peace ♥ x

[@annereidy7981]

Am sorry to read about that!

[@littlekiwi9724]

Good grief!! Just this evening I rewatched Finding Sugarman - how sad.

[@andrewgonzalez6208]

Ummmm. Wow

[@suesjoy]

Wally Idaho workout a doubt- that was hands down the best documentary/story ever told. I was so upset when I heard he had ended his life. May he find peace in the heavens. 💖💫💖

[@edgardeluis4372]

@@suesjoy he will

[@elevatingfrequency]

Jesus the quality of his guitar and his voice for a raw acoustic jam like this is astounding. Much props and love to this guy

[@dirkpretorius4314]

Not only the most humble artist we ever saw, but also the most humble human being I ever saw.....

[@ЕкатеринаЕмельянова-г4ж]

Ещё Ева Кесседи с похожей судьбой и красивейшим голосом.

[@randomusername987]

That voice is just pure silk, even at 71!

[@Gadgetsjon]

Legends never die. Happy he got to discover the impact he had on so many. Magic.

[@savkarajnovic]

So true ❤...

[@DeAndra750]

Rest in peace mr. Rodriguez. He passed this week. Was a huge star in south africa, while america a ignored him. His music is bethere than Bob Dylan s

[@mrrocknroll5284]

He still sounds like he did back in 1970... A timeless classic rest in peace

[@Stusatrun]

Just met this man at DTW...I thanked him for his inspiration and music...what a humble and awesome person...he thanked me for thanking him

[@emmabanks2516]

That's why he's incredible, and honestly a great role model. So down to Earth.

[@pauliebots]

I love unassuming people. They are rare.

[@ericfelds6291]

Lmao of course he did

[@cpt0118]

70 yrs old, blind to some degree and now is that the world discovers his music. Thank you South Africa!

[@JustinMcVicar]

I remember my dad raising me on this music. He used to always use the songs to teach me about the state of the government, and the concept of disestablishmentarianism. He always told me how Rodriguez was basically a philosopher, because his lyrics reflected such painful truths. It was some deep shit, for an 8 year old to listen to, but it burned into my mind. Thanks so much, dad. And thanks so much Rodriguez. You two shaped my perspective on the world.

[@mundotaku_org]

I am in American and only got to know about him due to a documentary on Netflix.

[@catcherinthesky]

He IS a Philosopher:)

[@CyberPin2001]

A legend and what an attitude. Modest, sincere, passion and he means it.

[@abadplanner1]

As a South African who adored him in the 70's, glad he finally was recognised.

[@saeedaziz7508]

This guy is my hero . He use to be more famous than Elvis back in South Africa and he gave every thing away to live normal life . Amazing soul

[@miked7295]

He didn't give anything away... he just didn't know.

[@GladiatoRileh]

After he found out and made money from the tours, he gave the money away to family and friends and still lives at the same house in Detroit. (from the documentary)

[@kdouglas10]

He was cheated by his agent who never told him how popular his music was - in South Africa.

[@MsNd4Spd]

When the world refuses to give you your due when it was THE time, then when they come back and try to humour you, what do you do...you realise the irony and in the end give it away.

[@Ra-wz8wd]

He was also super famous here in Australia and well loved by New Zealanders as well

[@MrMikeRabie]

I grew up in South Africa listening to this man, first on my tape stereo at home with nothing but bootleg copies, I am so glad that finally the world gets to know this man as I got to know him through his music.

[@francoiswilliams]

Absolutely

[@TheTecfloh]

R.I.P Sixto! Thanks for your time..

[@PRO3LEMS]

Such an unique style of playing the guitar.

[@tittytittypootang2895]

lol really? millions of people play guitar like that

[@tommydudderidge3052]

nice profile.

[@tittytittypootang2895]

same to you.

[@tittytittypootang2895]

@Jason Grooming no you are wrong lol .. how is it a unique way of strumming? this is how classical spanish players strum. like i said millions of people strum that way. just cause you dont know any authentic mexican guitar players and only metallica fanboys doesnt mean you know what youre talking about

[@johnedward8352]

@@tittytittypootang2895 Damn titty that attempt at trolling fell flat. Hope you've improved.

[@hemmarket]

You want to talk about SOUL ! That is from deep inside, man !

[@maps44]

43 years ago, I heard his music and I bought his albums (33 1/3 rpm LPs) because I just loved it so much. And then, nothing happened. I couldn't believe it! How could this great talent go undiscovered and unrecognized? The answer is: IT COULD NOT! It just took a long time over here in the U.S. THANK YOU Rodriguez for being such a tremendous influence in those early days of my youth. Please finish that 3rd album Sixto. That's an instant purchase for me and I'll buy more than one!.

[@pammorton7448]

I was fortunate to have seen him perform live in Portland, Or. some years ago. The timbre of his voice had something very special. I only discovered today that he passed.

[@missymusings]

This man isn't just a singer, or a Jesus like carpenter. He is those things, but he also graduated from grad school.... Humanities, but I am not sure which one he chose. You can see how brilliant his writing is and he absolutely had an understanding of the nature of humans. When I was a virgin, if a guy I was in love with had played me this song, handed me a bowl to smoke, I may have gone ALL the way, lol. Now that is saying a lot. XOXO Sugarman. I love your soul. Jules

[@guerilla8596]

He really puts his heart and soul into his performance.

[@josephmuniz3264]

I wish I could play guitar like Rodriguez. I love his Music !

[@emPOWERmetv]

thanks for the comment. he is a genius, and one of the most humble people we've ever had in the studio. Keep playing . . . you'll get there, or at least have a fabulous journey, as music brings so many wonderful things to those who pursue and enjoy it. And check out the other talented musicians and music supervisors Jon McHugh shares.

[@whiskyparson903]

try with 4 fingers left hand

[@TarikA]

Holy shit! I never knew he only had four! Oo

[@hoorano]

His guitar playing was self-taught just like the late Prince.

[@annettebutler7899]

Joseph Muniz get a classical guitar and dont use a pick, just mess around with it. Im self taught with guitar, thats what i did, and i dont use a pick, just fingers for strumming. Makes a slightly different sound.

[@CrackaJakRAP]

such incredibly rude hosts. stop interrupting him. also, i'm sure everyone asks him to play sugarman. why not ask him to play HIS favorite song?

[@OscarLimaMike]

+CrackaJakRAP Couldn't agree more.

[@CrackaJakRAP]

not to mention, i'd be very interested to hear what song of his own he likes the most, but also it's demotivational if people just ask to hear one of your songs, or only see one of your paintings, or have an autograph from only one of your movie characters

[@brendabamlett5237]

+OscarLimaMike They have never been in the company of a non egoic person, they don't know when to shut up, talk talk talk.

[@mylesfranco3545]

+CrackaJakRAP haha "alright, that's enough of sugar man, Thank you."

[@CagerZoc]

+CrackaJakRAP Im sure he doest give a fuck about it. Youre welcome to cry about it if you want

[@pompeymega]

What an incredible man. To sit on a chat show sofa and sing so delicately and play the guitar with such dexterity - breathtaking.

[@annadobson7729]

I watched the film on Rodriguez last night and it is like a fairytale, his story, with a happy ending. He has two lives, and some people know about his one life, and other people know about his second life as a musician, and the two lives are completely sealed from each other. Not so much now. But this film moved me so much. What a gift to music Rodriguez is.

[@whotusay750]

Can't believe I've just found his music ,

[@josephsonoftheuniverse5541]

whotusay750 hey . That's why every day you wake up ..know that wonderful and mystical things can happen .. the more you think it the more you see it .. peace

[@caelachyt]

C'mon, you're not supposed to be grateful they had him on the show and you were introduced to his work. You're supposed to complain about how they held a gun to his head forcing him on the show, wouldn't let him talk and forced him to play SM, lol.

[@mickdawes1297]

What an absolute privilege to be on the couch... during my later high school years 81,82 & 83 in Australia, 'Jesus' as we used to call him, was played around the clock... thereafter, always a friendly voice to listen to and a soundtrack to many of our lives ... I don't think there has ever been a poetic lyricist like him that sings in a clear and concise voice

[@mobarrett2125]

I’ve never heard of Sixto Rodriguez. But my god, I discovered Sugar Man on amazon prime, and I was blown away. What a STORY. Love him. I’ve been listening to him on Spotify since. Every, single DAY. Love you Sixto! PLEASE make more music!

[@simplify1884]

Guy wont hut up talking over him at the start .typical.caffeinated Self projecting blabber mouth Big Respect to Rodriguez What a humble man What a talent What a Story Prayers answered for the humble

[@philmcgrady9016]

Still sounded great in his later years! RIP my good sir…you did it. You made it. You’ll be remembered as a legend! Rest easy now!

[@chapogarcia3421]

Gives me chills how he starts playing his guitar

[@amandavanheerden7980]

Fabulous Rodriguez... South Africans absolutely loved his album during the 80's. Bought the album. Covered some of his amazing songs at my gigs. What a brilliant artist. I can barely listen to the ra ra music that is out in the market these days. So many superb musical artists of great integrity like him never make it into the public arena. What a great loss. So happy 2 South African producers seized Rodrigues from total obscurity and produced a film about him. He is truely amazing and authentic.

[@francoiswilliams]

Ja nee

[@8656737s]

I'm so happy he finally got credit for his awesomeness ❤

[@karenduebler1901]

I'm a very happy girl since I discovered the great SIXTO RODRIGUEZ. He is the most beautiful singer/song writer that I have ever heard. His music makes life worthwhile. Don't know how I ever survived without him. He is the best. Love love love you and your work Mr. Rodriguez. Please live forever and please don't ever stop giving me the beAuty and happiness of your music. I have recorded everything you have written that I can find.

[@rolandosulbaran681]

I'd marry with a woman who expresses like You just did!!!

[@sidgautam4658]

This guy is just so unappreciated for the amount of talent he has,and yet he maintains his humility. Amazing

[@prish18]

We love this guy down here in s.africa, many bands also covered his songs. Glad he's finally getting noticed!

[@ronnyjapizza6497]

Why nobody talks about this Unique man , I accidentally clicked on ''I Wonder'' And it was the best mistake i've ever had

[@brianrobertbond6909]

I just found a documentary on internet about him and he's awesome

[@SuperMisteryMan01]

You should watch the documentary of “Finding Sugar Man” It shows a lot of why his work wasn’t given the spotlight it deserved Hate streets dialogue is my personal favorite

[@RFKjrForPres]

There is something so mystical and mysterious about his voice, his playing and his music. It is like he was lost in a time warp and he came back to us. I can't believe we in the west have been kept from hearing his music for 40 years. The stupid record companies that were cashing his commision checks for all those year denied us all the songs we could have grown up on and it's a shame. Those companies who didn't give him his royalties off his sales in South Africa over those 40 years lost so much more money on all the music they could have recorded for him over those years if they weren't so crooked.

[@DasSuper]

+Tim Janakos He had a reasonable amount of success out here in Australia also during those early years and toured a bit during that time. The portrayal in the film of his talent being unrecognised everywhere outside of SA is simply not true; he was very much appreciated as a great artist here in Oz in the 70s and is still loved.

[@RFKjrForPres]

That might be true but he had no clue about his success and his record company never paid him for anything he sold.

[@hauseofcards1147]

I agree, its like he made music for the future made in the past, and its so good i imagine his music will last forever

[@shredtilldead911]

I love how at the start he starts to talk and the journalists just interrupt him so that he can play what they want to hear, not what he wanted to play.

[@louisegaunson6883]

RIP Malik, blessed film maker. We may never understand why you did it, but you left us with such a gift of love

[@iMxG1]

Like he's playing 3 guitars at once ❤❤ my jam when I was studying overseas. I'd listen to this on repeat walking to uni.

[@carlos_tlou]

you´re not only such a great artist, but also a great person.... we love you rodriguez.

[@philstone3859]

What a story, what an artist, what a man.

[@billv.3953]

I’m glad they found found him still alive. Fame wasn’t his goal and lived as a hard working construction man.

[@jurgenreichert5938]

Wow - wie ich finde die beste Live Darbietung des Songs - einfach Klasse der Mann - Friede mit Dir Bruder

[@RosaCanina1]

Love this ❤ I'm so sad because he's gone, but at the same time happy about this song. Rodriguez will always remain a LEGEND

[@stevenfennell7020]

Discovered this guy listening to an old record in a girls bedroom in Belfast in 1983. She had just spent a year in South Africa. It was like discovering an alternative Bob Dylan that nobody else knew about. Always loved, always remembered Sixto.

[@victoralvarez8457]

A humble artist ,a one of a kind rock star that doesn’t give a damn about being famous, does what he wants in his own time. With his own original music, have to respect that.

[@caelachyt]

He did it for the money according to his own words.

[@catxi]

So beautiful, the live version (with his amazing guitar playing and his broken voice) put even more life in this song. I love it so much.

[@6962101]

I never heard of this singer until today...... I was sitting, in Costco parking lot, listening to my stereo, when some random guy walks up to my window and asks me if I ever heard of Rodriguez. I told him no, and he proceeded to tell me about the life of this artist. I couldn't wait to get home and research him on the computer. I listened to a few of his songs.... and now, am a big fan. So there you go, two white guys in a Costco parking lot in New Brunswick, Canada..... Talking about an artist Named Sixto Rodriguez.......not caring about the color of his skin, or where he's from.....just discussing an amazing talent.. I'm just sorry it took me this long to turn on to his music.

[@dekoyone4844]

That's nice and all but have you heard about our lord and savior Jesus Christ?

[@caelachyt]

@Redrooster - There is a plethora of evidence He existed. Stop visiting idiotic atheist blogs.

[@caelachyt]

@Redrooster - The only thing worse than a racist is someone who calls people a racist at the drop of a hat. They are both pure scum.

[@caelachyt]

@Redrooster - Hey vermin, calling out virtue signaling clowns like you who condemn anybody as racist at the slightest hint of any possibility is an entirely noble endeavor. You're the troll, soyboy.

[@chrisbuesnell3428]

Cool story

[@MachineThatCreates]

Love this man. Cold Fact has been one of my favorite albums for all those years.

[@NeverLostRoamer]

I just found out about Rodriguez a couple of weeks ago, he is outstanding.

[@austmade2484]

I am in love with the song "Crucify your mind" Absolutely beautiful! As well as so many of his other songs.

[@2012DVSONE]

Such a humble man Look at the way he sits trying not to take any room up making him self smaller While those douche bags and there hipster egos gotta act like they own the whole space. But in reality it’s Rodriguez beautiful soul sound that fills the whole room with overwhelming presence. There not worthy to be in the presence of such a man.

[@Phoenix85006]

I also noticed that too!

[@David_Thompson]

. Sometimes less is more - this stripped back acoustic version of Sugar Man is definitely More!

[@vinyl007]

REST IN PEACE my friend...he was a genius and a very nice man😥

[@geoffbendel9467]

Gracias Sixto...

[@user-kq5qp6dh8l]

Class....voice, a guitar, and he takes you on a ride through the universe

[@Chris-bd6ll]

Just went to his concert two weeks ago. Still got it.

[@emilylee6018]

I heard this a thousand times, but the first time I've ever seen him play it. I cried.

[@AlphaBetaJacob]

I really just want to know what Sixto was going to say before that gabby dude interrupted him

[@joaopedrosantos7910]

Thinking that i was the only one reparing

[@OttoGrainer27]

+João Pedro Santos - Not just you at all. When I see this, it's like this man is pouring his soul out to these people who are nowhere near as self-aware or respectful, at least as humble. Like you can tell they're from completely different worlds. I almost wanna say they don't deserve to hear it, haha.

[@caelachyt]

I suppose if it was of consequence, he would have repeated it. He certainly had the opportunity to do so.

[@wlodziozczestochowy]

Great news for you, the hosts didint actually interput him, but the thing he said was just cutted off. On yt you can find the whole interview where he actually finishes his sentence. :) hope It helps

[@troytaylor9228]

That is one of the best solo performances I've ever seen! Thank you!! And thank you South Africa for waking up sleeping America!!

[@ACEINTHEPACK88]

This song is just amazing...Rodriguez well done sir.

[@adriansaavedra7923]

His playing is more than just strumming and picking it’s, a sort of unreal and enchanting sound that only his fingers on that fretboard could produce exactly.

[@ACDCMadnesss]

Descanse em paz grandíssimo Rodriguez. Sua música será eterna.

[@colinwardrop847]

Lost count of how many times I have soaked myself in this man's love

[@zinozina2433]

In Colombia (SouthAmercia) I sow the movies. Very good, excelent, Sixto Rodriguez is a great and excelente musician. Thanks Sixto, thanks God for keeps lives him and can know him a his music.

[@kipkenya]

Life is too short for all those who have bad vibes here. Learn from the way Sixto IS living his life!

[@cosinguspalpatine4449]

Damn dude what a performance. The audio on this perf is really good.

[@Timocoh]

RIP Sixto! Glad to have seen you in Amsterdam many years ago, not long after the documentary. Best one I've ever seen and the only film I watched two times in a row just afterwards. Still playing your music. For me you are an all time great... ❤️

[@dannoble2374]

Such raw genius! A one-man performance for his fans on the couch...

[@staxmantim]

His guitar work & his voice has not changed in decades! So glad to have discovered his remarkable talent from that brilliant documentary. He has a lovely family too. One of a kind artist!

[@dunnydoors01]

you gotta be kidding me ,,,WONDERFULL,,,Folks sometimes just don't know it . When a great songman comes along.

[@humbertocucchetti5469]

Que en paz descanses, Sixto !

[@catcataaa]

It is amazing how that passion is still inside him after all that years of oblivion, povetry and hard work. real miracle

[@jlrp9929]

Descansa en paz Sixto. Gracias por tu musica!

[@savkarajnovic]

Rest in peace Legend ❤! You conquered the whole world with your distinctive music ❤❤❤!!

[@jeffren725]

Dear Lord this man is amazing! You can feel the passion.

[@HasufelyArod]

For things like this, it's worth living: creation of nice things and beautiful art.

[@jaine000]

Just wow ! LOVE that voice !!

[@0otee]

Grand Musicmen Guitarman RIP🌺🎶🌺

[@MChampagne55]

A true artist so pure. I love it .

[@jyotinarsai366]

So humble and gracious! Amazing guitar skills

[@javster4138]

Yes

[@manuelgonzales4534]

((❤)) Descansa en Paz, Maestro. ((LIMA -PERÚ))

[@franksakanee2238]

finally after all these years he got reconized..I praise him

[@turnemintopink]

I don't know, but the way Rodriguez talks reminds me so much of the late Michael Jackson.... both are very lovable

[@JC-bx5us]

I feel u

[@Sannoon93]

Same

[@lidyvoitier9661]

Oh yeah i love Michael Jackson and i could recognize his mimicks among billion and Rodriguez's voice and innocence reminds me of him, two of the purest soul, treasures of this world. People tried to destroy, god didn't let us did it, now they are legends. RIP dear Michael, long life to Rodriguez

[@idicula1979]

His process is so beautiful, and humble, when he sings his voice seems so detached from the kindly man he is, he seem to slip into seance, and how he draws into his instrument his time machine. Could have been great but he shunned the fame, could have been great, but a man is what a man is. Rest gentle, that you will be called again.

[@keywizard]

Rodriguez plays guitar with four fingers. He lost his 4th finger on his left hand in an industrial accident years ago while working as a labourer. He still plays a mean guitar! His song writing is brilliant as is the real life story line in the movie. Watch "Searching for Sugar Man". You'll be glad you did!

[@laramaui4114]

keywizard Very observant. Thank you

[@shellymelly7432]

keywizard I did omg it is so good

[@caelachyt]

Funny, some guy was arguing with me in a thread above that it was his right hand. Go figure, lol. It's impressive, but not as much as Django Reinhardt.

[@Tonyclifton-q4f]

My father took me to see him live in Sydney Australia 1979 .he was fkn massive in Australia ,i was 13 but i still enjoyed the event ,mum and dad divorced and it was dads weekend

[@kerriecrawford7312]

Love him. Beats Dylan. Voice like velvet. Could listen to him all day. No one compares. Unique.

[@AkouriAmmar]

I love him too, the fact that he wasn't known until the end of his career add a whole layer of mystery to him but Dylan is untouchable.

[@desstanbridge8283]

When I was at bording school in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa in 1973 this border had a stupid instrument that looked like a plastic banana with a "hole in the top" . This chick used to blow Rodriguez songs on this instrument at length much to our chargine. Only many years later did we manage to get a cassette of the music. Absolutely the opening concert in South Africa..ndiiid...ndiiiid.ndiiid is my absolute favorite song of"I Wonder "

[@TheAkimb0]

Wow, these hosts are full of it.

[@caelachyt]

Why?

[@CRAIG5835]

My friends and I discovered Rodriguez and Marianne Faithfull about the same time in the early eighties. I was stoked when they found him and did the movie. Just shows how great music is timeless.

[@JSC-1971]

THIS IS PERHAPS THE GREATEST STORY EVER IN MUSIC HISTORY! SIXTO RODRIGUEZ "THE SUGARMAN"!

[@judemorrish5210]

How could anyone doubt how this fabulous man is..Total Brilliance..