Rodriguez - Inner City Blues (Live on KEXP)

[@GoliamNos]

thank you, people in south africa. without YOU this musician would have been forgotten ...

[@georgeo7742]

JUST WATCHED THE DVD OF HIS DISCOVERY, AND AM NOW LISTENING TO HIS MUSIC ON YOU TUBE. AND HE TAKES ME BACK TO THE 60`S. HOW DID WE MISS THIS GUY AS TALENTED AS HE IS . GOD BLESS RODRIGUEZ! GEORGE O.

[@Loshia2002]

Wow. Wow, wow WOW. To say this guy is amazing is the understatement of the CENTURY. His stuff is every bit as good as the big guns of the 70s and I can't understand for the life of me why he didn't get any promotion from his label...if the record execs had done their jobs like they were supposed to we wouldn't even be having this conversation and Rodriguez would be topping the charts. Indeed he was robbed financially spiritually and literally....SHAME ON THEM!!!

[@Anothercrazytempname]

I'm in my late 39s and starting to listen to this mans music I love this song , catchy bouncy

[@annetteodonnell9909]

They lied to him and stole his money.

[@Momz0r]

We love you Rodriguez!!! Always have, always will!! Im 51, South African, and even my children knows and loves your music!! XxX

[@turtlelucy]

First heard him when I watched the doc, last night! One of his daughter fell in love with a man in SA. My daughter fell in love with a man from SA who was visiting the states for the first time! Now he and Emily have a two year old son and live in NYC! Amazing. Beautiful man...living life to the fullest!!

[@2910turangi]

His music is so inspiring a man before his time on par with the great Bob Dylan !

[@poolrug]

Just saw the film "Searching for Sugar Man, " which tells the incredible story of Rodriguez. See the movie if you can. This amazing artist restored my faith in humanity.

[@merlin683]

Talent like this is very few and far between these days. Listened to him all through high school and what an experience to rediscover this man. Stil can't believe that he had to go through all of this. Just hope he is as happy as can be now, and that he gets what's owed to him. Can't stop listening to his cd. Wish I could give him a hug. Lots of Love out of Bloemfontein, South Africa

[@vicbay01]

Rodriguez has been the soundtrack to my life in South Africa during the early nineties. The man and his music is just such a legend. may he continue playing for many more years.

[@oznobody]

I have been enjoying Rodriguez down here in Australia since the 70's,finally the northern hemisphere is catching up

[@canadiangrrrl14]

Humility is what make Sixto Rodriguez the artist his today. Love this song and the documentary.

[@jixxxxer17]

the documentary is great yes !

[@adrianhdz25]

A true artist how never got a chance.That was our loss,not his.

[@TheJennyloucon]

Unbelievable. I am mesmerized by this man and his music. I saw the documentary recently and immediately bought the sound track. Been listening to it ever since. Can't get it out of my head. "I Wonder" in Texas

[@alnicospeaker]

His voice is great here, sounds much younger than he is!

[@sollysj1]

First half dozen songs I learnt to play on guitar were from Cold Fact back in the 70s - what a flashback lol !! :)

[@lungflogger9]

his voice is a cross between Jose Feliciano and Bob Dylan, to my ears and that is what I think he is GREAT.

[@Jemethaa]

Man This man was HUGE here in South Africa in the 1970's and 80's. Even when the American's wanted nothing to do with him. WE LOVED HIM!!! WE KEPT HIM ALIVE!!! Here in South Africa he IS a GOD!!

[@shirleylin7589]

Sexiest 70 years old I have ever known. Move over, Bob Dylan. What a true human being who is well educated, has a brilliant mind and a gift for music. In spite of the fact he was robbed of fame and fortune by the ignorance of American public and the greed of certain record company executive, he carried on his life with strong spirit. I consider myself so blessed to have finally been exposed to his lyric and melody.

[@allanferrari5472]

I just finnish watching 60 minutes on CBS and I'm so delighted to see Mr. Sixto Rodriguez the only and true "SUGAR MAN" Man he is truly awesome. Where have we Americans been that we have missed the last 40 yrs of this man's music... Live For Ever... Sugar Man...

[@bkspider]

You know what pisses me off....everything about this guy is absolutely incredible, his songs his story, his unbelievable humility and over whelming dignity, yet some people still feel the need to post dislikes on his videos! Just shut up and move on!

[@KOSMICKEN09]

Cold Fact I only discovered last year, but what an amazing record.

[@davidtrujillo7877]

Most people would have lived a bitter existence had they been robbed for all those years. Yet, he went on and lived a happy life with nothing but his family and back breaking labor. But true to the spirit of his music which is rightious with humility, he has no regrets and no complaints. It reminds us that fame and fortune is not the only thing in this world that matters.

[@leotimpano]

I Live in Australia and EVERYBODY I hung out with had " Cold Fact " his awesome album. We got high listening to Roriguez every day and when I was in New Mexico in 1983 I had the privilige of meeting his sister in law and we talked to her about how popular he was in Oz....she rang him and told him and...he couldn't believe he was so popular in Australia.....I still listen to him today...Love his music....Thanks for posting.

[@margaretduncan2240]

you aussies.. and especially you new zealanders.. are responsible for the world having access to an amazing artist..thank you.

[@MrJoeredkorne]

We had a dream in the 60’s, we wanted to change the world in a more just place for everybody…create a better society, then drugs start sipping into our minds…our dreams got distorted and then we became a caricature of marketing, Sixto, (named because he was child #6) Rodriguez survived untouched, that’s why he still relevant today as he was in the 60’s and 70’s…Young societies, less affected by drugs, made him and he still is a LEGEND…still our original voice….!!

[@janandben11]

I live in Detroit and never heard of the man until I saw his documentary on a flight from Paris to Newark; UNBELIEVABLE. I must find him if he is still in the area.

[@009BRIBRI]

at 67 and he was still producing quality music...respect...

[@JUSLUKING]

I totally agree with these greedy companies didn't accept him....we can all learn from his wisdom,,,i saw in 60 minutes,,he is forgiving good person,and express his music from his heart,,,, I'm so glad he did touch so many in South Africa,,,,and Thank them from waking up some in AMerica

[@LeonelBispo1]

Rodriguez makes great songs with simple words. A shame the world doesn't recognize him.

[@MarieFugl]

Saw it yesterday in Copenhagen! Amazing! Such a story...

[@LOVTHEBLUZ]

OMG! How have I missed this man? He amazing!

[@gnads1]

got 10 years on ya mate & I was listening to him when I was 18 or 19( 1974/75)

[@3delmartinez]

That is so Awesome. In the US. nobody knew he was till now that the move came out. What an amazing story.

[@perlorentzen3577]

Incredible!!! ❤

[@Zion3OneLuv]

I just saw the movie yesterday. What a story!!! I love this his music. Favorite songs I've heard are Crucify your mind and I think of you :)

[@harrypflueger1]

You know, I was just thinking and comparing this guy's talents to the likes of the Kardashians, Paris Hiltons of the world, etc.... I am so delighted to see somebody be recognized who actually deserves it!

[@NancyNewbergshawnee]

Iam glad I finally got to hear and share Sixto's music, ABOUT TIME !!!!

[@AnnHeizer]

Having grown up in the thick of apartheid SA - I was one of the many that knew and played all his songs... what an inspiring and amazing story. And what LOVELY daughters he brought up... not only a musician, hard worker, activist, but an awesome DAD too!!

[@emiliosg]

HISTORIAS COMO ESTAS ME HACEN REFLEXIONAR, GRACIAS POR TRAERLO A LA VIDA.

[@lalaayla]

The soundtrack to "Searching for Sugar Man" is simply amazing! It has a classic 1970's vibe to it that I absolutely LOVE!

[@MegaWavesMusic]

Rodrigues is awesome...Love this man

[@DowntownCanon]

Saw the movie last summer. And now that I've come to appreciate how good he is, the story really resonates.

[@MikeIsNexciting]

Saw his documentary on Netflix and love his music. Got both CDs, it's great music and there's a great story to it all now.

[@lizmahoneymattoli6555]

Glad they found you and that you have another chance - great experience!!

[@bobmennie]

Wonderful worthy winner of the Oscar. So typical Rodriguez is so humble as to not be there to ensure Malik gets the attention for his outstanding documentary about an absolutely remarkable man.

[@ammusi]

THANK YOU South Africa! God Bless : )

[@grahamclark5744]

tour engagement in south Africa - the irony he wasn't home "alone" he was playing to his fans pretty much doing his job......at 71, remarkable man

[@Perdoname05]

amazed by this man talent....

[@almasyousuf]

Well said! A diamond is a diamond is a diamond is a diamond!!!!! Keep shining and Good luck Rodriguez!!!

[@fatpius]

Verbatim what I would have said, but you said it better. No doubt he is the sexiest man I've seen in years!!! Everything about him is magic!

[@Fadil1954]

Mohammed ALi of the Music World, another Great human being, Thanks man...and you may live long enough in order for us to have the pleasure to listen and get to know you more God Bless you and your lovely family.

[@kcstoneguy]

me tool My friend in Australia has been talking about him for years. had no idea he was American. Incredible story

[@dinorah222]

Thanks for that he is wonderful!!!!!

[@AnnHeizer]

Absolutely I would LOVE to see him live!!

[@2910turangi]

Grooved to his music in Bondi Beach Sydney 1978 fucking HOT !

[@wetpaint6565]

Mate, i'm an aussie too and i agree Brings back some pretty scary memories haha Really good to hear him again, its gotta be easy 30 years ey

[@vicarioustube]

And I spend 10 years in RSA from 98 and never heard one of his songs on the radio even with his 30 sold out concerts in RSA. One wonders why he is not moving there. I agree each his own choices but I would never miss the desolate Detroit in the sunshine of RSA and I live in Canada. Discovering his movie is a highlight. I hope there will be a DVD for sale with a concert of this quality or better soon. PLEASE thank you!

[@grahamclark5744]

and the music - ..........just love it

[@elihoerler]

i see rodriguez every few days. he lives in my neighborhood.

[@paulconnollyTV]

Great songs and a great Talent...!

[@2910turangi]

My sweet days in Sydney in 1978 at Bondi & Coogee.

[@henrydehaan6538]

Beautifull songs,fantastic lyrics ... rodriguez is up there with the best like bob dylan!.I hope to God that he'll continue bieng creative!!!.

[@grahamclark5744]

Shook hands - exchanged words introduced a second generation to music He's the real deal, NO BS

[@bobmennie]

Tour engagement in SA was over....he was invited but declined to attend the awards as he believed if it won which it did that Malik deserved the credit....still so humble

[@ikramtoumi4114]

He's the best!

[@tonysan2]

so glad you put this up!loved him since that album came out and i'm 46 in australia!

[@kimboston9337]

LOVING YOU, "SUGAR MAN" A DYLAN & A BIT DONOVAN EARLY 60'S. LOOKING GOOD. SO IS YOU SOUND. THANKS FOR STICKING AROUND xxx

[@josesbox9555]

Thats pretty amazing Ann and he had no idea for years. Like a Gordon Lightfoot Bob Dylan combination. I like it...a rare guy.

[@crawdaddybill]

Eddie and The Cruisers all over again but REAL this time......awesome!

[@kubegirl13]

He is playing in Seattle this week at the showbox market... def worth it

[@grahamclark5744]

I heard the record and bought it- that's it just so different to what radio played back then

[@MrWalkerjb]

Damn! and double Damn! He's good!

[@KeithGCooper]

Shirley Lin, well said...I agree 100%.

[@ettercap1]

Still Awesome !!!!!

[@Howardtripper]

He Is allso very big in South Africa some guys got together and brought him out here to tour the country they even had to buy him a guitar as he dident have one at that stage i surpose he had given up on his music thinking he wasnt going to make it, when he got here he could not believe the crowds waiting for him

[@drneon5]

Thank you Sudafrica! And thank you director Malik Bendjelloul to bring back Sixto´s art from Darkness.

[@SWTSU]

Genius…..pure genius.

[@aquamom2]

Love it! Thanks for posting

[@beingmyburgh]

LEGEND !❤️

[@jeffreybrucebutterfield]

AWESOME! great to see u don't have to b young & good lookin to b credible these days!

[@cueroazul100]

It seems to be a nice guy..lucky you! I live so far away in buenos aires...

[@patrickhildebrand7944]

Brilliant!!

[@NWind-go9qn]

If Santana, Paul Simon, and Mr. Nobel Prize Dylan were melted into one seriously non-commercial musician, we would get Rodriguez-the real deal.

[@Melrose1961]

A true American hero

[@Pondview126]

A beautiful and fascinating movie, 'Searching for Sugar Mam". See it. He had no idea he was an African Rock Star bigger than Elvis. They wronhey thought he had committed suicide on stage while in reality he was doing demolition work in Detroit. What a story.

[@josemanuelmachado6465]

je decouvre un tres grand mexixain! bravo

[@cindynortmann7654]

Sweet red wine!!emmm!

[@AbreCrafford]

Fact of his amazing comeback via South Africa at search youtube -Rise of Rodriguez Its true we have the record and the memories!!

[@XAVIERCUERVO]

he should re record all his songs and put them out after all they are new!

[@funnytoo]

¡¡ exceptional !!

[@mypapo]

Amazing story the movie "Searching For Sugar Man" nice !!!

[@jeffreylancaster7571]

Check where his capo is! Pretty high. Gotta love him!

[@grahamclark5744]

Yep saw his last was Feb 20

[@RainMurder]

SLOVENIA LOVES RODRIGUEZ!

[@robertonapolitano5790]

Simply Amazing,dont understand wy the records co. drop this ARTIST.?

[@stevefromPA2]

The unknown Icon..

[@BRUSHYSURFING]

a radio dj in Australia named holga brockman?heard and liked him in the early 70's and started playing him and was really the one who made him known in Australia. In South Africa he struck a chord with army conscripts and developed a strong following there thru that. was a school janitor for years unaware of the success of his Cold Fact album in these countries, being strangely ignored in the US, and seemingly ripped off by his record company he apparently received nothing from record sales.

[@lizikakizil]

On November 1st a girl from Dearborn will meet him

[@Sh41Hulud]

Crap! Now i'm gonna have two seperate Inner City Blues songs on my playlist!

[@denisrigo5465]

Live legend rock on saxo