The Weight | Featuring Ringo Starr and Robbie Robertson | Playing For Change | Song Around The World

“The Weight,” features Ringo Starr and The Band's original member Robbie Robertson, along with musicians across 5 continents. Great songs can travel everywhere bridging what divides us and inspiring us to see how easily we all get along when the music plays. Special thanks to our partner Cambria® for helping to make this possible and to Robbie Robertson, Ringo Starr and all the musicians for joining us in celebrating 50 years of this classic song.
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Dedicated To "The Band":
Rick Danko
Levon Helm
Garth Hudson
Richard Manuel
Robbie Robertson
Playing For Change is a movement created to inspire and connect the world through music, born from the shared belief that music has the power to break down boundaries and overcome distances between people. Our primary focus is to record and film musicians performing in their natural environments and combine their talents and cultural power in innovative videos we call Songs Around the World. Creating these videos motivated us to form the Playing For Change Band-a tangible, traveling representation of our mission, featuring musicians met along our journey; and establish the Playing For Change Foundation-a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to building music and art schools for children around the world. Through these efforts, we aim to create hope and inspiration for the future of our planet. Learn more: playingforchange.com
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[@PlayingForChange]

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[@skyj5529]

Is this PFC version on any (audio) CD?

[@johnpeake448]

Brilliant musicians excellent song ! My favourite song by the Band was and still is Whispering Pines !

[@Tomsoniitti]

Yes

[@omercayirli5589]

@@johnpeake448 💖🇹🇷👍👏🎶🥰🎉🌷💮🙂🙏😇🙂

[@barbaramathieson8144]

We are not totally despicable as a species. simply wonderful. xxoo

[@CharlieKnolesPlus]

The musicians are incredible but whoever mixed and edited this deserves 1000 Grammy awards. The changes in instrumentation and vocalists feels completely natural and seamless. The sound is always balanced and full while also giving each musician a great share of the limelight. The buildup is so subtle that you barely notice how much bigger it has gotten by the end. Absolutely amazing.

[@murderhill1947]

Spot on my friend. This is so well put together...tugging at my heartstrings right about now.

[@sdfalk]

@@murderhill1947 I third that ..beautiful heartfelt performances and the mixing and editing...phew ..perfect

[@austinnightingale5134]

It really is mind blowing when you think about all that went into the making of this video.

[@Mikyda3]

Should watch The Weight part 2, Behing the Song

[@vectar]

So true! I didn't even think about it until I saw your comment, but that's just a testament to how damn good it is! I didn't even notice the changes, it sounds like they're all standing right there together. :D

[@pauldacus4590]

Sound engineer on this deserves a Nobel Prize...

[@janflewelling6277]

Came here to say essentially the same thing. The amount of coordination and editing to make this seamless both musically and visually is a work of genius for all involved. Further proof that music is a universal language.

[@antoniovalle7071]

I’m 61. Got tears running down my face. Time flies It took me back to my teenager years.

[@marcfalcolaw]

I'm with ya bother!

[@sabrinacavagnaro1023]

Thank our lord creating Mother earth for us to experience experience

[@bellydancerlady]

I'm 66 , and me too! Blew me away. Wonderful to see all these remarkable people joined together for this song.

[@rusrockt10]

I'm 45.....same here. Great music transcends time and cultures. A beautiful song......beautiful video.....beautiful message.

[@Ayaki6166]

My boyfriend is 71 years old. Same him.

[@1vtmom966]

Seeing that Robbie Robertson smile at the end really topped it off! Especially since he's not with us anymore.

[@giteducalme]

Whoever created Playing for Change, is a bloody genius. Gathering worldwide artists covering great songs in highly polished videos is simply magical.❤❤❤❤❤

[@regand7830]

AGREE!! Our human family, is made so much more whole, and beautiful in music. It has always been so. I hope it will always be!

[@emiliaescobar7652]

This is Beyond GENIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ponydance4229]

@@regand7830 excellence

[@o.fortuna657]

Best series on the net!

[@angelsflight1837]

Thank you for coming up with "playing for change" I know your from Venice, Mark, and the street musican play in Santa Monica. I just wondered if you got the idea from people playing for change ((coinage) and discovered all these musicans this way. And man , I love all these guys and all .the schools around the world, environmental things you communicate around the world. Wow. That's all I can say about the gift you and your organization pfc have done for.music and the.musicans. you must 😮have some.great connections Mark, to bring all this together. Hats off to you!😅

[@juniemoon1528]

Oh Robbie… wasn’t ready for this one. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. What a gift you gave us, that will endure forever. ❤

[@juniemoon1528]

@SuperNostalgia. Oh brother, you sure barked up the wrong tree. Tell your fairy tells walkin’. Jesus, apparently, was one of many amazing men who tried to teach others. But he had ZERO to do with the Bible. And even less than that to do with organized religion. Wake up.

[@Shambar18]

Neither was i

[@chadgraziano5827]

​@@juniemoon1528 you need to find peace not negativity Jesus saves you dont

[@corinne2794]

@SuperNostalgia. go away

[@corinne2794]

I second this emotion. #tyrobbie

[@MattyK-USA]

This one hit really, really hard. 61 years old, and yeah. RIP Robbie, and cheers to all the fans of a certain age that share this moment. 🙏🏻🔥❤

[@bobbys4327]

yeah, first heard this in late 69 when I got back in the world from a place so far, too far away....

[@susansechrest989]

I'm here..crying like a baby..take care

[@davelindstrom6005]

@@bobbys4327 - Thank you and God bless you for your service, Sir!

[@MichaelAspell]

60 and feeling it

[@dr.strangelove7788]

On this sad day, to see it end with Robbie smiling at the camera is the best. A humble and amazing songwriter. Thanks for music my man!

[@ardellmcgilvery7950]

The Indians that rocked the world documentary.

[@kevinmoore3148]

I agree. That smile! 🤓

[@timsullivan67]

That legit brought tears to my eyes.

[@steveskrobot5992]

There is nothing sad about a life well lived.

[@JJJZANESVILLE2]

@@steveskrobot5992 I agree. Of course, death is sad. Much more sad and terribly sad in many (most) cases. But, in my case, maybe not. I am 71 and death (right around the corner) might just be the end to a decent journey. My fortune. I stayed with my dad in his house, with my mom (his wife for over 50 years) for the last five weeks of his life here on this earth before he died at 83 of cancer. He certainly died slowly and painfully but he had had a life filled with many joys. He and I hope others (like us and Robbie) are blessed. SOOO many more are not. What is it all about? Who gets to have a good life and live long? Who truly knows?

[@markphillips1824]

The dude who mixed all the performers into one killer song is the real hero

[@douglynch8954]

No fucking shit!! I have no idea how that person did it, but then, technology...

[@jeffryhammel3035]

Exactly.

[@tamarapetrov4990]

Everything Playing for Change does is epic....The work they put in is just incredible and it show in the final product.... go down that rabbit hole.... trust me, you'll thank me later ;)

[@PlayingForChange]

Here's the genius: Mark Johnson! www.playingforchange.com/videos/behind-the-song-the-weight-part-1

[@PlayingForChange]

@@douglynch8954 Here's how the genius Mark Johnson made it! www.playingforchange.com/videos/behind-the-song-the-weight-part-1

[@peacejohnson699]

I was in grade 7 and I was listening to the band, the substitute teacher heard my music playing and with a smile asked if that was The Band. I thought I was in trouble but no Mr. Manuel was just happy to see the new generation listening to his brother and the band

[@TheSWolfe]

Rock in Peace and Blessed Be, Mr. Robertson.

[@bobgorno8387]

Can we agree this is one of the coolest versions of any song anywhere?

[@Amethystmountain]

well also is Stand by Me which was the song that gave Mark Johnson the motivation and desire to take a song around the world, record each artist then go home to studio and edit the recordings like he did. and Stand by me , was in my opinion the very best of the best, its what started the whole thing , its hard to stop when you start listening to all the songs they have done.

[@avictorbell2835]

@@Amethystmountain Yes we can agree to that No problems there

[@dennycranium]

Agreed....

[@bigorange000]

Most definitely.

[@karlschutz7957]

Yes, agree

[@garrettlee8955]

RIP Robbie, you were an amazing musician and a great ambassador for first nations and canadian artists. I'll be playing the last waltz very loudly tonight

[@Theshaze69]

Fuckin eh, bud

[@ardellmcgilvery7950]

Watch the Indians that rocked the world documentary

[@garrettlee8955]

@ardellmcgilvery7950 I have...and it was amazing! Spread the word because that was a great show

[@sandpiper9288]

Who is the singer in the green flight suit? His voice is awesome.

[@INOD-2]

@@sandpiper9288 Named in the video as Mermans Mosengo from Kinshasa, Congo.

[@computermediaonline]

This version inspired my band to learn the song and play it at a benefit for Wounded Veterans.

[@SlepgiLLB]

God bless you

[@horatiobeaker]

Robbie, his son, Zac, and gifted friends across the globe left us with this permanent gift of talent and endearment as a tribute to another musician who has left us this year.

[@ianhorsley5842]

Ringo Starr 79 years old, Robbie Robertson 76 years old, still brilliant musicians

[@chriski5455]

Yes ... biggest respect. yeah...

[@larrylinn8589]

They are timeless!

[@zulumoonshine]

Marcus King rocks as well!

[@mrb4886]

@@zulumoonshine Yes

[@SharkMinnow]

They both look great...Ringo is so slim!

[@Selahsings]

It occurs to me that no matter where we live, no matter the politics, no matter the conditions, music rises up. We the People of Earth were meant to make music. We are meant for joy.

[@RPMac]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet !

[@kellyford5903]

Priscilla Savary ....BEAUTIFULLY stated❣️❣️. Thank you!!

[@robertvincent8475]

Brilliant !!!!

[@mattyk19751]

Priscilla Savary amazing statement and so true

[@raymccrea]

This is truly who we are as Humanity.

[@boomerlady]

Marvelous musicians from around the world paying tribute to a universally beloved song!!! World PEACE!

[@ediewall6360]

You said it exactly

[@bluesboy25000]

Ringo played drums on "I Shall be Released" in the Last Waltz. Like so many other musicians, he admired The Band (and so did George). Here, these two men who shaped so much of the music we enjoy today, jam with so many musicians whom they influenced across the globe. They got to see the fruits of their labor. Thank you to Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Richard Manuel and Rick Danko. Thank God we still have Garth Hudson and Ringo. Any day now, any day now, I shall be released. Farewell, Robbie. Thanks for the incredible music.

[@Struwwel2]

Damn, Ringo Starr is looking good. You'd hardly know he's almost 80.

[@humandroid53]

Solid playing too.

[@zadok23]

...ummm i thought he was dead 😓

[@Cruxde]

😮

[@divadnwahs3675]

I was just wondering “Where’s Ringo?” It’s good to see he’s doing well and staying plugged in.

[@ldmoore7002]

Saw Ringo and his All Star Band last year...GREAT SHOW !!!

[@paullevine1813]

RIP Robbie you gave all of us one hell of ride . 🎸🎼

[@cherylfigueroa1959]

Amen too that

[@nrich5127]

This version has everything that todays Pop doesn't have ... originality ... melody ... harmony ... lyrics that stick in your head cause they mean something ... space for some great solo work ...

[@lancemiller4647]

Yes, Music continues to be the universal language spoken so clearly all around the World...

[@MTSVW]

This is the universe I want to live in. Everything is so much more beautiful when we combine our talents together, instead of shooting at each other in fear.

[@millerandrews8241]

Right on, I was equally moved.

[@michellatendresse1700]

Amen to that bro. This proves that through music the whole world can live in harmony (pun intended).

[@williamreid583]

Will reid sponge n hoses car wash hamilton i listen to it early every morning sets me up for the day. Love it

[@andrewhoag6167]

Ex %*&!! axtly !! My brother...

[@josepho7799]

Amen

[@mrdickleme1]

Why don't they show this in every school? I think it's a perfect example what music can do. God bless Ringo,

[@thomascomeau9545]

Have to ask no disrespect but why just Ringo?

[@mrdickleme1]

@@thomascomeau9545 good point, bless all of them, I'm not that religious but I'm spiritual,

[@jesseobrien1237]

So cool !! One of the best things to happen to our world , people making music together. A weapon against hate and war !!!

[@rah527able]

Great Post. After I read this I thought of these lyrics to a different song. “Throw your hatred down” “Throw your weapons down” Neil Young…

[@emiliaescobar7652]

Just love this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ediewall6360]

Bring back the positive parts of the 60s vibes

[@OoSpellheartOo]

That is an unparalleled truth you spoke ... we are frequency and harmony is our love. ❤

[@louislawson5438]

I will never forget in 1978 when The Last Waltz was released. I went to the matinee 13 times while the movie was in town in Tallahassee, FL. And now what seems that a lifetime has passed and Playing for Change has featured Robbie Robertson and so much talent performing The Weight. Well I can only say I have watched this video more then 13 times. Thank you to Robbie's son for making this wonderful event happen. Thank you and RIP Robbie.....

[@calistashotts9124]

Wow, how could I forget?! I'm literally in tears... my baby brother sent this link to me and I always know it's going to be something special to me because he knows his Sis. I love this!!!! And I love you, baby brother with all of my heart and now I'm bawling ❤

[@mcarp555]

I've always loved this version. Today I'm watching it with tears in my eyes. RIP Robbie, and we thank you.

[@janetcallanan7020]

Yeah me too watched it several times just tearing up

[@fredlunau]

Ditto...

[@vaneast411]

me too

[@mayrnibird9224]

me too.

[@emiliaescobar7652]

Brings tears to my eyes as well!

[@peggygibbons479]

This is a perfect time to re-watch this. No matter where we are, pandemic or no, politics or no, we are all ONE!

[@matealeric9512]

👍🏻✌️

[@Spermameister]

♥️

[@heatherkay1610]

❤✌

[@treborhi]

yeah, same species, BUT, make no mistake about it, different cultures & belief systems. The would be global ruling elite love this shit!

[@joey120746]

First time I have felt anything like HOPE in weeks!!!!

[@MarkKish-lh1wo]

Followed them since 73. Highshool..that whole era changed everything about my life.

[@SWog617]

Rest in peace, Robbie. Thank you for leaving the rest of us with your music. You won't be forgotten.

[@viktoreriksen217]

Awesome!! That drummer is amazing, he shouldve been in a band when he was younger!

[@ReuvenFischer]

But he's not p Best

[@zebratangozebra]

He used to play with this guy who plays his guitar upside-down and sings backwards, they didn't go over well

[@joelcotton9976]

Levon Helm

[@johnc1975]

He could have been a contender, he could have been somebody, instead of a bum, which is what he is.

[@timprescott4634]

Come on! He was in the BEST and most influential band in history, man! Rory Storm and the Hurricanes!

[@kidsmoked]

Man, the producers deserve so much credit for how they brought all those sounds so comprehensively together.

[@melonheaded]

you mean sound engineers

[@bradisboss8210]

Ikr

[@Nomadahtous]

yes, incredible

[@deanl0]

Yes it's a big , Big Sound SYstem

[@peterzang]

kidsmoked Sebastian Robertson gets a lot of credit

[@BillyJoeJimBob8]

Rest in Peace, brother, and thank you for sharing your talents with us all. You're truly immortal now, enjoy the ride...

[@EvenFlowPainter]

Mermans Mosengo Rocks !!!

[@robertgosselin14]

Ringo is so cool. Steady beat, no mistakes, the very best “song drummer” & great guy. Been doing it for 63 years & was part of the biggest musical show on earth. God bless you Sir Richard.

[@chetruane]

And he does it with style 😎

[@The_Story_Channel]

True that, all the crap he has received over the years is not deserved, then again most of that has come from wannabes and trolls just looking to stir shit up.

[@eastbaysoul7100]

Yer, his drumming sings!

[@richb313]

@@The_Story_Channel You are right about that. Real drummers ALL admire Ringo. He never overtakes the music or the song. His style is unmistakable and on this song he laid down a beat but with very subtle retards when it emphasized the song. A true Master of his craft.

[@updownstate]

Dang he's skinny

[@ArchFundy]

Levon and Rick smiled today, but I'm in tears. This truly made my day. Tks everyone.

[@easy56wedge]

Canuck Fundy - pretty sure Richard smiled today too - as well as Garth who probably watched it on KZbin and should’ve been included as a performer!

[@steveaustin7306]

And Richard......

[@tommigs]

Yes Richard as well. But you never know the shape he's in.

[@kentaappel]

@@tommigs Richard died as well years ago.

[@tommigs]

@@kentaappel kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmnWfImtoqyJnNE Richard died in the 80s I know. His signature song was The Shape I'm In.

[@chuckokelley2448]

I agree with Robbie Robertson's son. I think it's Sebastian. That produced this the smile at the end Is priceless

[@mannysilva3444]

So beautiful. Made me weep [with joy] to see all these wonderful people from all around the world, happily singing and playing music together in peace.

[@simepanda6764]

Playing For Change should win Nobel Peace prize!!

[@kleinjlee79]

Agreed

[@TWayneD1020]

If you know what I know about Ringo and his isiot buddies , the only change they want is more corruption, more control , of the GLOBALIST FOOLS, who are into child trafficking, child sacrificing, and every Other satanic thing their GLOBALIST, the communist Democrat Machine, the Cabal, which is the global mafia, that has held humanity prisoner since Adam and Eve !!!!! You are soon going to find out what I just told you is true !!!!! WAKE up, WAKE up, WAKE up America !!!!!!!!!!!+

[@josephsirchia65]

Absolutely Ringo certainly exemplifies Peace and Love around the world

[@markdonovan1540]

Absolutely

[@M.schmidt123]

Yes!!!

[@chipmusick682]

On behalf of humanity, thanks to all involved for this gift.

[@lcf34]

I am part of humanity and approve this message

[@nicolebutler1515]

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[@ellenwalker300]

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[@chipmusick682]

@@ellenwalker300 I don't know what you did but it appears to have wiped Bryan out and I kinda liked him, even though he didn't have a lot to say, it made sense, and I kinda miss him. Thanks for nothing.

[@seanki98]

I always smile when I see Roberto Luti

[@russellchard]

This might be my favorite video of all time. As a die-hard "The Band" fan, I was already an easy audience. But this rendition featuring so many domestic and international artists takes the song to an unbelieveable level. Congrats to all involved because this recording/editting/sound mix/and video editing is an absolute masterpiece. Thank you for doing it. Because I've always loved the guy, my favorite moment is Robbie's smile at the end. He seemed truly happy and satisfied. That's the best we can hope for anyone. May he RIP with the knowledge that his music, style and influece will last forever.

[@zeeklevell57]

When you get Ringo Starr, Robbie Robertson, and a bunch of other great musicians together, across the world, to do a global jam...you're heaven-bound. Beautiful and awesome in so many ways. Well done.

[@rendajones7368]

Marcus King brought me to my knees the first time I heard him. He was only 18 or 19 years old. I was in awe. My tears tears overwhelmed me. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing and seeing. I understand how that much empathy and feelings come with a very a lot of weight and challenges. He has my total respect. I have nothing but gratitude to have met him and heard his voice. I am so grateful he pretended to be catering! Thank you Warren for listening to his CD.

[@gregghernandez2714]

I come here and listen to this song every now and then, even though I know every time I will get choked up listening to it. With the current Worldwide disaster (corona virus) it is easy to see we are all part of the same family on a very small planet. It doesn't matter where you grew up, where you learned, what your religion is, or who you love, at least music such as this binds us all together, something we need to do more of.

[@peggygibbons479]

Gregg Hernandez, Amen Brother!

[@joey120746]

Amen, Brother!

[@sgmarshall3]

That’s beautiful

[@deb16acres20]

Amen brother, stay safe and healthy

[@gregghernandez2714]

@@deb16acres20 Same to you, take care of yourself and your loved ones.

[@user-up3uc6ol4r]

This is fantastic! Thank you for posting. Great to see our Ringo still helping to make the world a better place. ❤️💃❤️💃❤️💃❤️💃❤️💃❤️💃❤️💃❤️u

[@tonnivando5078]

One of my favorite songs, this version just proves that music is the language of the whole beautiful world. Rock and roll in peace, Robbie.

[@StoneDigitalArtCanada]

RIP Robbie, and condolences to his family and friends. I loved him in The Band, as well as his solo work (particularly the first eponymous one). Thank you for giving us so much great music to remember you by

[@Robbie56306]

The two Jamaican Ladies totally smashed it! Took it to a whole new level. Just absolutely perfect.

[@phyllispreston6472]

They sure did!

[@jerriudelson3390]

@@phyllispreston6472 WOW! I'm crying.

[@tiberiusclaudiusnerogermanicis]

Check out the last waltz version, the black female vocals are just insane!!!!!!

[@patchilds5668]

The guy in Nepal really warms up to the song. The Hawaiians are totally in it.

[@EpicGwyn]

@@tiberiusclaudiusnerogermanicis You mean Mavis Staples?

[@daledeimel1833]

I don't care who you are this is amazing. Miss Robbie,

[@robertgraves3215]

I had to watch this yet once again, Wiping tears.

[@shobukan5555]

Need this more now than ever. So beautiful to see people all over the world coming together and creating something beautiful.

[@chuckweidemann8737]

✌

[@Odessite]

shobukan5555 Where have you been for the last 10 years? PFC have graced KZbin for a decade. Truly a delight.

[@grantsmith8502]

Just took the words out of my mouth well said and I agree x

[@nickeverson7791]

🤞

[@carlfox1896]

Q

[@61dodgelancer]

Listening here in Chico, California. Self-isolating. Listening to great music to keep my sanity. I'm 75. Stay safe my friends.

[@carenmontgomery2384]

Greetings to you: I'm 70 + self isolating in San Diego Calif. ☆ finding music extremely soothing and listening a lot to John Prine, Joan Baez, Woody and Arlo Guthrie + so many others. Take care

[@OLDBEAR123456]

You stay safe also.

[@jimjulian]

Bless you. I turned 60 in March. Thanks for being 15 years older!

[@61dodgelancer]

@@carenmontgomery2384 Thanks for your greeting. San Diego is such a beautiful city. My wife and I love the whole area. Wishing you all the best.

[@61dodgelancer]

@@OLDBEAR123456 Thanks OLDBEAR. Take care.

[@janelightning73]

THIS IS SO FINE!!!! Pleased to meet Mr. Robbie Robertson. Rest in peace, dear Sir. Everyone else....please keep doing what you're doing to give us hope.

[@irenewaxman6279]

What a beautiful message of inclusivity and what beautiful music

[@travishendrix7026]

My word. I have known this song for over 50 years. Levon Helm is my hometown guy. It has been too long since a genuine tune has given me chills. From the bottom of my Southern heart I thank you.

[@GG-py9vp]

And Ringo is my hometown boy 😊

[@bennolyon]

written by a Canadian named Robbie... RIP!!!!

[@tommytomtom5531]

@SuperNostalgia. You christians stopped wearing your WWJD bracelets when trump was president. You also stopped saying love thy neighbor a long time ago too. Why ? I think I know.

[@denisechavoya2813]

@@tommytomtom5531 You spew hate to a Christian voicing their love of Jesus Christ, so hating on all Christians, on a video celebrating the 50th anniversary of an internationally loved song, written by a beloved songwriter & musician who just passed away?! Dude/Bot, get your brain & soul together, show some respect, & stop being a self-righteous, egoist trying to create division among people. @SuperNostalgia did nothing to you.

[@SteveGamlin]

If you close your eyes and listen, you'll think you just sat in on the greatest concert performance ever. If you open your eyes and your heart, and see all the beautiful people who were involved...you'll *know* you did.

[@sartainja]

Steve Gamlin Well said.

[@SteveGamlin]

@@sartainja Thank you Jeff, I appreciate that!

[@michaelprideaux5096]

Ringo, good job.

[@chrisbenten9971]

The brilliance of this video is beyond description....

[@sky465]

I do love this. Listen I'm 75 a combat veteran of the VietNam War, spent 31 months in combat but music kept us within American minds, it saved a few men. and this collaboration was simply awesome. music is ethereal

[@Bearbuca]

Thank you for your service @sky46

[@MRice-fi5pm]

Thank You for Your Service.

[@shellytarbet3677]

Thank you!

[@tonamiller6850]

71 myself, Thank you. My husband was in a hospital in Da Nang, northern Japan, then Letterman General. He's still here, you are still here, so am I. We rock!!

[@jarchitect]

Thank you for your service...you are a hero. -Jim

[@1320alibaba]

Levon Helm has a huge smile on his face right now listening to this great version of a wonderful song. RIP Levon

[@bobinnh6552]

Amen on both counts!

[@joninsf7549]

I was just thinking what a shame Richard Manuel couldn't have seen this ~40 years ago.

[@jhoskins5630]

@@joninsf7549 and Rick

[@grizzlybear4]

Yes, yes, and YESSSS

[@carioca56]

Yes he is smiling!!!!

[@carlcurtice7914]

Wow. Just .... WOW!!!! "The Weight" has always been my second favorite song, and this is the best rendition I've heard since hearing it live in 1978. Great job to all involved for organizing, producing and most importantly, performing this. Thank you Robbie for your excellent writing; RIP to all members of The Band.

[@beckysharpe20]

The healing power of song and music 🎶☮️

[@ZingaroXIV]

For five minutes and forty six seconds, all was right with the world.

[@logann8243]

Aaaaaand right after it went right back to shit.

[@carolynzaremba5469]

@@logann8243 Play it again.

[@Em-mr6wu]

All is well. All is well.

[@CPegRun]

And it was so brilliant!!!!

[@namraj1]

Love that

[@michaelmueller3462]

I played this video for my sixth grade class, and they immediately started to harmonize with the chorus. It was amazing. I'm retired now, but this wonderful class of mine left an amazing memory for me, their teacher.

[@freddysnewchannel8885]

Yeah, it's a song that allows us to sing in harmony in any vocal range. The first time I heard the song was in 1968 when our ancient history teacher, Stan walked into class with a copy of "Music From Big Pink" under his arm and it blew us away. Stan introduced us to a lot of great music and educated us on the political landscape of the time, God bless him. Sounds like you're a really good teacher as Stan was.

[@jessicastoke777]

I was already moved but this comment brought a tear, just beautiful.

[@terriecotham1567]

Had a teacher play The Pusher by Stepping woff in the 7 grade. A time were mother's and father's would show up to school and straight out there's kid's for acting out. Saw more than one parent surprised there kid and then remove them from the class room. The kid's never seen to act out any more Teachers can open the hears and minds Thanks

[@zzatx15]

Hmm, F Demented, they're obviously searching for the lost chord I think I'll write a song about it.

[@markrenfrow9873]

Way to go teach!

[@cameronhenkel357]

Leave it to Ringo Starr...what a stud to bring RR & The Band into legendary status with these accomplices

[@geraldm7435]

This is certainly a favorite of mine without a doubt!!!!!!!! ❤❤

[@jeffbrr]

I've listened to The Weight for 50 years. This is one incredible version, staying true to the original and yet adding wonderful international flavors.

[@twofishes8846]

rodger that brother

[@phyllis5241]

Me too It's my Fav!

[@codypolar6593]

How about those two voices at 4:30? That was a wonderful surprise that added so much to this version! Love it all!

[@markhudson2088]

This one sends chills up my spine. No more needs to be said :-)

[@williammillsaps6036]

I concur

[@billhayward4440]

Ringo just nails it, and he'll be 80 in July!

[@oliviaculbertson2266]

Ikr. What fountain of youth is he drinking from?

[@Zevonthebutler]

I read in a Beatles book once that his style is to play just a little behind the beat, and I hear that here - like with the fill at 38 seconds. On the one hand it's very laid-back, but it still has somehow has this cool momentum, like you're just kind of falling into the next bar. His playing seems so simple, but I wouldn't change a thing about it - it fits this song so well (plus a hundred+ Beatles tunes, of course). Any drummers have insight on this? Do you hear it this way too?

[@cameronbrown9918]

Zevonthebutler you just described it perfectly

[@mrb4886]

@@Zevonthebutler Ringo

[@oldguy7144]

80? Man, have I had my head in the sand I'm 65 yrs. Old. The Beatles came to Canada when I was 7...l think. Well, hope the survivors live to be 100; God knows l won't.

[@davefish9296]

I have always enjoyed the hell out of this song. This has changed my opinion to LOVE this song !! Nice to see all that talent in one place.

[@mweiss1031]

Thanks Sebastian for putting this together. The mixing is pure magic. Your father was a gift..

[@roseblake5803]

RINGO has always loved THE BAND. Wonderful job guys. Ringo and Robbie look fantastic !!!!!!

[@meyou-dv8ns]

Ringo look's 100 times better then Paul, then again ringo never had a face lift Paul had about 500

[@kevinalexander8201]

Anytime you see Ringo, you know it's gonna be good, because Ringo don't play on crap! He makes the best choices of projects of any drummer I know! (and he kicks butt on the drums as well)! ....big fan!

[@artheisenbergscourier5726]

I saw Levon Helm with Ringo's All Starr Band.

[@jeaninemicheleskaquei2229]

so does Roberto!

[@jacobjohnson914]

Ringo is 79 years old wtf he looks great

[@tybo09]

I love that Ringo makes the oldest joke known to drummer-dom... This is awesome on every level... and the ladies from Jamaica take it to a next level and then some!!! This is awesome and the world is better because it exists.

[@markyeeee]

Agreed...those women sound great

[@peterbarker6641]

Channeling the Staples Singers there

[@ruaml69]

tybo09 god your a fucking idiot. The world is better because it exists. L o. L. I never knew there were so many fucking stupid stupid people in my country. GOD SAVE AMERICA 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😎❤️🔫👨

[@brianbullivant4753]

@@ruaml69 God save America from idiots like you. And the emojis. What are you? A 12 year old. Also you feel sorry for Ringo? What a joke! If you really want to feel sorry for someone, try looking in the mirror.

[@Statalyzer]

"I love that Ringo makes the oldest joke known to drummer-dom... " Wouldn't the joke be that drummers know about keys in the first place? :p

[@vizzini589]

Brilliant. RIP Robbie. A giant among men.

[@lindascarborough5551]

How much Love & Thought & Arrangement went into this Recording??? WOW ✌✌

[@timothyflyte9443]

Great performance....loved the sitar and the diverse instruments from around the world.....we need music , not weapons to reach out. God is smiling today....and Ringo....79 years old !!! Long live Ringo !!!!

[@jamesangeltown295]

nope. music had its chance and failed. now its our turn. have a nice day.

[@pitchoun7385]

Hi Ringo 79 ans il paraît en faire 50 ans 😀👍

[@evensteve284]

@james angeltown - so, you have chosen weapons?

[@JerryBrickman]

@@jamesangeltown295 na man. you failed ... to listen. Keep trying. Peace and love.

[@Super241946]

Yeah! you could fire a couple of arrows with a sitar!

[@mikethomas3970]

Might be the best Playing for Change rendition of them all. Levon Helm would be proud.

[@saintsluggo]

Agree!

[@MPresseau]

Don’t forget Rick and Richard. Just amazing.

[@movesinc]

@@MPresseau wow, i can't even breathe and it ended 30 seconds ago. I needed this! for Rick, Rich and levon!

[@mikegike7273]

My thoughts EXACTLY.

[@marysalvi242]

@@@movesinc I've got to be a part of them somehow...I sing, voice is a bit shot, don't care if I hum, clap, sway, I need this in my life at all times. This sharing of music, soothes all my woes and strengthens my faith in the good loving side of life. Hugs to you and take care, of the whole of you, mind/body/spirit ~ ☮️

[@randallburgin4585]

Still the most uplifting music video out there....makes you realise what a great world we could (and should) have...RIP Robbie, and thanks...

[@stankardas500]

I come back and play this every couple of weeks. Thanks Robbie.

[@AlvahGoldbrook]

This version of "The Weight" is a bridge for the world, built with love.

[@DRMET]

Ringo and Robbie Robertson are alive and playing music with and for the world. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@cath3638]

AND still incredible and looking fantastic to boot!

[@drewstambaugh367]

Was going to say, the drummer looks familiar.

[@davidhugaert8006]

At age 79, Ringo still looks fantastic!!!! Age has been kind to him!!! Bravo, Ringo Starr & Robbie Robertson!!!

[@MrSparklespring]

@@drewstambaugh367 Lol!

[@Ohannah2191]

DRMET What a time to be alive right?

[@mug2y]

A great song performed by great people, well played 😊

[@kathleenburns7732]

I am glad to say I already do. I knew some of these musicians and also heard many of them perform in person. I knew Jimi Hendrix, whose dream it was to make a world of peace through music. We shared that dream as friends. I was at them time, a million or so years ago, a poet.

[@TheBibitte]

I could play this on a loop all day long. Well done!! Rest in peace, Mr. Robertson.

[@tarzanjungle3733]

Never have I written a comment on anything... This was beautiful! Shows that there is still hope for humanity

[@antoniowashington6148]

Now this is how music should revolver all around the world 🌎 being above and beyond united in unity 🙏.

[@JustBGuz]

I would comment if I could. Fact is, I'm utterly speechless. All I can say is that this must be a real example of what the internet is good for. Talk about the "Information Superhighway"! We are the World 2.0!!! 😎

[@nkjrm348]

There should be another button: Hell yeah'. Like is not enough

[@GrikWorldNomad]

Troof

[@7884golfguru]

That just made me laugh awesome brother

[@tolerance2024]

Neil...MY EXACT THOUGHTS!!

[@timothymichl324]

@@7884golfguru c

[@testticklehead]

The talent here is extreme, but the most talented people are the audio and video editors. I don't think most people realize how much was put into the musical editing.

[@edwallace2828]

Thinking that myself. It sounds as if they were all on the stage together.

[@musicmantra00]

I literally posted that same thought on Facebook before reading these comments. I have quality headphones in and the production is flawless. Amazing work by all involved.

[@MrBlahdiblahdi]

Well when you're Ringo Starr you can afford to hire to absolute best sound engineers

[@stevek7319]

I couldn't agree more -- having tried to do this myself!

[@robhaskell4043]

Damn Right! Great observation and comment!

[@janetkoster6243]

One people, One world! Amazing legacy, Robbie.

[@natantataii8195]

it is a very rough road...., but never stop believing

[@quinnnerenberg4387]

Robbie Robertson and the Band loved their own art, not because of arrogance or conceit, but because it was that good. They infected us with the quality of their creation and we're the better for it. Thank you.

[@christophergregory1205]

I really enjoyed the vocals of Mermans Mosengo from the Congo. Added a very unique vibe.

[@TheMeetingGuy]

~The Mermen are awesome, too!~

[@gregaragon7978]

I agree

[@martas9283]

Mermans can sing a shoppinglist to me

[@kraig7777]

I'll remember his name now. That was fantastic.

[@bmanuelangel]

me too

[@WenegadeWaiduh]

I’m 18, never heard this song once in my life. But I felt it, and saw it. The soul and passion put into this is immaculate. This is what the pinnacle of idealism looks like. This is what peace truly is: working together and not being afraid of each other. It’s art, no, it’s more than art actually. Amazing job to everyone who was involved with this, I was completely moved.

[@stephenhearn4582]

In Canada the radio must play a certain time.for Canadians. I have heard this song a lot.

[@malclee6246]

You are young enough to listen to masterpieces i.like this for years to come😁🤩🤭🤫

[@melaniekaczmarek2101]

Never heard it before?! This song by The Band is one of my all time favorite songs. You should listen to the live version from the concert movie The Last Waltz. I will also say that your parents failed you by not introducing you to more classic rock (sarcasm, but only slightly kidding).

[@rendajones7368]

Oh honey, I am old lady now. This song has been my heart since a kid. Marcus King is my pride joy and hope. To be that amazing and empathetic at his age comes with many challenges. He has all of the love and light I can send to him. He has taken on a lot weight on his shoulders. I don’t know that I have ever met such a good soul. Tears auto flow every time I hear him.

[@malclee6246]

@@melaniekaczmarek2101 What about the movie ' Easy Rider ' were the song came from originally with one of Jack Nicholson's first films and Peter Fonda starring in it.🎸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿😁😃

[@Caperhere]

Love Robbie smiling at the end. It’s a good way to keep him in our memories.❤

[@kevinDesRoches-vq1xe]

I just love Playing For Change best video play list ever and their love of all people.I just do not see why the their are not more followers,i listen to only for days and not get tired of it. Thank you Playing For Change

[@andygross7643]

Literally crying. Cannot believe how beautiful, stirring and wondrous this is. Thank you Robbie for everything. Someday I'll find you somewhere down the crazy river.

[@RenaParker]

Marcus King playing with Ringo Starr and Robbie Robertson!!!!! This is everything❣❣❣

[@williamsilva1495]

More people should listen to the meaning of music, it’s what makes sense to the world

[@user-ln3le5pl4h]

Robbie was one of the greatest. Miss him so much.