Roy Clark -- Yesterday When I Was Young [REACTION]

If you like to reflect on life, this one is a tour de force.
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[@TheGarretdeas]

Roy was the jack of all musical trades and master of them all. Despite his phenomenal talent, I always felt he never received the full recognition that he deserved during his career. He showed great versatility in the range of material he performed e.g comedy, ballads, uptempo numbers and this ballad typifies that reality. Another spot on reaction/rating, Don, and keep rockin' that country.

[@unmalo2768]

The song was meant to open up your eyes while you were young, in a way that you would have fewer regrets later in life. I loved this song as a younger man, but I failed to listen to the meaning of the song. Now as a guy about to hit 60, I look back and wish I had heeded Mr. Clark's words, and done a lot of things differently. Because this song was my life...

[@mt3311]

As one said on another You Tube Video of this song, I have regrets, and if I could do my life over I would still have regrets, they would be just be different regrets,

[@latachia_2981]

Me too! I'm 72.....

[@DaisyMae0929]

This song was a cover of the song originally written and recorded by Charles Aznavour. Roy got a top ten hit with his cover.

[@mackkarnes7872]

one of the greatest songs ever....beautiful melody... beautiful story.....maybe a reflection on life [born 1933...original release 1995. age 62] . although he did not write song.......Simply beautiful.

[@lindanicholson950]

This is one of my favorite songs and I listen to it often. Really you should listen to the original studio recording. It's a better mix and the music is not so loud. You have to hear every word. He sang it better yesterday when he was younger.

[@tupelohoney622]

This was originally a French song written by Charles Aznavour with different lyrics but same concept. When Aznavour changed the song to English, he collaborated with Herbert Kretzmer to create the masterpiece we know. This is my 93-year old mother's favorite song. It gains new meaning for her each year. We were listening to it recently and she commented her biggest regrets in life were the things she didn't do, not the things she did.

[@RockN2Country]

@Tupelo Honey Well now you're just showing off that world-class brain of yours. Sounds like your grandmother may have had some major genetics she passed along. :-)

[@cowtowncustoms2110]

Roy Clark and Glen Campbell were my guitar heroes when I was young in the late 60's . Both ended up having great long careers and I still enjoy their music. It influenced my love for country rock like The Eagles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, Waylon Jennings, Steve Earle and many other greats!

[@RandyforRoyals]

Wonderful song. This is a later version of his hit that he originally released in 1969. I agree with several posters, "Thank God And Greyhound" should be next on your Roy Clark list.

[@johnayris406]

Love this song! Even more now in my 70's, but also loved it in my youth when it came out late 60's! Always been a Roy Clark fan! Great guitar player he was! ❤️

[@latachia_2981]

Well said!!

[@davidpoe8862]

Mr. Roy Clark helped a lot of young people get started. In some of his preformenses he could make you laugh and cry . You won't tell here and see lookup 12th street rag.

[@RockN2Country]

@davidpoe8862 Oh yes. I did that one a couple of months ago.

[@walterl9623]

True art elicits different reactions to different people, based on their life experiences. Roy Clark was a true artist. He also recognized that these lyrics needed a soft hand, not the full range of expert string play that Mr. Clark was more than capable of. A true artist, he will be missed. Rest in Peace, Roy Clark!

[@Gary_007]

I love this song. I got to hear him perform this in person in the 70s. It was a cabaret type setting, everyone sitting at small tables for 4. He entered the room at the opposite end from the stage. As he passed our table he patted me on the shoulder and said "Howdy". It's funny how certain things like that are the things you remember the best as you get older.

[@mildredpierce4506]

I've heard this song before but I was today years old when I found out that Roy sung it.

[@TripletDad3]

Roy Clark had a 1,000 megawatt smile, and he was a virtuoso on anything with strings. A fantastic entertainer.

[@sorrystaunton]

He sang this at Mickey Mantles funeral…..he couldn’t finish it, he just broke down….

[@shirleynielson9836]

Most beautiful song ever written. Reminds me of my beautiful Daughter,Winny .

[@captainkangaroo4301]

Roy performed this song at Mickey Mantles funeral

[@russellblasengame8472]

Roy Clark was a legend I wish you would react to thank god and greyhound

[@davidleatherneck]

At one time Roy was a Carnival Barker. Then teamed up with Buck Owens on Hee Haw for a long run. He has many songs that cover a whole raft of subjects/types in music. "Summer' is also a good one. I don't recall a song he did that wasn't good. Buck Owens put it together with "Streets of Bakersfield" where his Club was and Roy played there also.

[@richardyoung6944]

He is the reason there is a Brandson, mo

[@murphysmom9550]

I envy you that you get to hear this music for the first time.

[@deltondavis1100]

Thanks for the shoutout. You seem to like lyrics that are poetic and thought provoking so I thought you might enjoyed it

[@Feats69]

Jimmy Dean, country singer, radio and tv host turned sausage King, had Roy as the featured star on his live tv show in Washington, DC. Jimmy ended up firing him for tardiness. Roy played many of the same DC venues as other local gifted guitar players. Roy Buchanan, Link Wray and Danny Gatton were some of the best of their time and every guitar player should be familiar with their work. All three have been recognized internationally, Roy Buchanan was featured in a PBS special in 1971. Danny Gatton was featured in a documentary that was titled by how other guitarists referred to him, “The Humbler”. Link Wray, the inventor of the power chord, his story was a part of a international award winning 2017 documentary that used the title of Link’s most famous recording, “Rumble”, in the title, “Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World”. I would highly recommend spending some time researching these great guitar innovators and you’ll be surprised to hear what some of the most famous rock guitarists had to say about how they were influenced by these three icons.

[@Feats69]

“I wish that I had spent more time at the office” said no one ever on their deathbed.

[@bleuskye8124]

Beautiful song!

[@MoMoMyPup10]

I think it's a 'stop and smell the roses' regret -- always looking ahead to the next thing and pushing forward with zeal and blinders. Before you know it you're looking back at it all and wondering where the time went.

[@leonwalls5064]

I doubt Roy was singing about his life as he was in his 30's when he first recorded this. This is a re recorded version. The original 1969 recording was even better.

[@PapaFixit]

I don't get the sense the person is filled with regret for a life lived with enthusiasm. A full life. He stayed busy. So many things to do and see. So many lovers, accomplishments. The lesson, the person's regret ........my life was ALL SELF FOCUSED.!! He talks of women as lovers but not about real lasting love, parties, places,fame, self indulgence, awards......all as if it were a game. He's left near the end of his life realizing.....too late.....my life in all it was is empty. Life should be lived with zest! Enthusiasm, fun, accomplishments! The best part is you can really love others WHILE having a great life. It doesn't have to be filled with regret. The regret is from a heart that let no one inside.

[@PapaFixit]

What can I say about Roy. The best ....this song ....so poignant. So sweet. Powerful, poetic. BOOM!

[@tupelohoney622]

Great analysis of both the meaning of the song and the fact you can live a full interesting life while also being a caring person with integrity.

[@scotkenison]

I haven't heard this song in a long time! And only a couple of times. Great song!

[@cton2wheels]

Roy was known as an instrumentalist and for his comedy. This may be his only serious song and gave him credibility as a dramatic vocalist.

[@tommilaaksonen3632]

Charles Aznavour is mastermind of this beautiful song. His version is even more touching.

[@richardfrawley161]

this is my karaoke go-to song, being 76, its very poignant to me if you're in the winter of life...thanks for the spot on reaction writt en by charles azvanour, french, check out the version by shirley bassey.....fabulous song, especially to me

[@RoadDoug]

I don’t think this song was about regretting the past as much as it was knowing his future was getting short. But I have always loved Roy Clark . RIP Roy.

[@garyechols9458]

You should find a live version. WOW Yesterday, When I Was Young. Song by Glen Campbell

[@albertbraun3401]

The Original is from Charles Aznavour. Also not bad: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJCVlqaNprN0m8U The French version (Original): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZfXe6mPpqiteM0

[@lkreinmiller-author]

We often regret what we did NOT do more than what we did. But we often can’t see that until we are old and have time to look back.

[@im-already-tired-tomorrow]

Another regret song i would like to see you react to:Hank Sr. "Kawliga"

[@davidcampbell311]

Roy Clark also guest starred on The Beverly hillbillies if if I'm not mistaken he was Granny's nephew

[@edwardcook2973]

Great reaction! Another song in the same vein is Old Violin by Johnny Paycheck. You just gotta listen to it.

[@warrenburlingame7087]

Roy didn't write this. I always assumed he did. He was a triple threat. Singer musician and entertainer. He became friends with Mikey Mantle. He sang this at his funeral. Roy was definitely a CGP. Country guitar picker another song similar to this. I wish I was 18 again by Ray Price

[@Heydrich43]

Written by a French Armenian singer/songwriter. One hell of a powerful song.

[@davidmaholchic6146]

One of my personal faves love you

[@josephcoon9914]

Love Roy Clark! Great song One you should do is Thank God and Greyhound. If you haven’t already

[@RockN2Country]

@Joseph Coon Already did that one, and it was among the highest-rated songs I’ve reacted to. I was practically in tears. :-)

[@josephcoon9914]

@@RockN2Country I’ll have to check it out

[@darrinlindsey]

You are wrong about Roy's guitar playing ability. He isn't one of the best ever, he IS the best ever. Eddie Van Halen, who is known as a great guitar player, himself, asked Roy Clark for a lesson, after he had already become great himself.

[@davidschiech9188]

Great song, still sounds good but older versions are somewhat better. Roy was also a great guitar player and other string Instruments too

[@sandeeday7866]

Left or Right at Oak Street

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

How about some Waylon Jennings and Don Williams?

[@user-ln1dr1cu1u]

Your perceptions of this song when you are old are so sad....you suddenly look up and your parents are gone, your siblings are going, all your friends have gone or are too feeble, your children suddenly have Grey hair, grandchildren are getting married. Where did time go?

[@richardfrawley161]

i felt that angst and hurt when andy griffith passed away

[@DailyDoseOfMotivations]

You should watch GIGI DE LANA's rendition of "yesterday when i was young"

[@bronsonelliot5549]

Long time no talk bro! I am back after a hiatus. I’d like to request so you don’t have to love me anymore - Alan Jackson

[@robertrodrigues7319]

Great song by the incomparable Armenian Charles Aznavour

[@jondrake890]

roy clark glen campbell play one guitar together

[@billygoat5091]

can one un-ring a bell?

[@tommycrockett2476]

Can you react to "The Dashboard" by Chris Young please

[@jerrychimokosky8246]

To much talking