Simple Man by Chris Stapleton | Tribute to Lynyrd Skynrd guitarist Ed King (Aug 24th, 2018)

[@randyfoster1627]

62 years old .. raised up trying too be a simple man.. and the man up above has made me a simple man..

[@mickyrodgersweather7323]

Nobody has ever gotten this song right except Ronnie Van Zant.Until now.o

[@chrismclain8587]

I agree but shine down came close

[@wtanderson3358]

Govt Mule does a killer version. And also Dark Side of the Mule is awesome

[@TheRoadLessChosen]

Shinedown’s acoustic version did. He was probably drunk. But he killed it.

[@TJtoho]

Check out this version by Randy Houser. He can really belt out that chorus like a boss 😎 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m32ygqSdlt-XidE

[@TheRoadLessChosen]

@@TJtoho meh. It’s ok. But not musical. He’s choppy through the phrase. Meaning it isn’t connected breath wise. Then when he goes to the top the instruments overpower him. The sound recording engineer is actually trying to help him by mixing the voice and instrumental sound equally. Not enough raw power for me.

[@davidscott7892]

Chris Stapleton is a generational artist. No matter if he chooses to perform an original or a cover he makes it his own and we are left in awe of the talent. Thank-you, Chris, never change, be yourself and we will be the beneficiary.

[@edsullivan5417]

This was my Oldest son’s Anthem…..we lost him 4 years ago in an industrial accident, I hope he heard this cover!!!!!

[@raystansell]

Sorry for your loss! This was mine and my late brother-in-law's favorite Skynard Song - not "Free Bird", as great as it is.

[@krisrr66]

Absolutely the best cover of this song! This is the song I've been singing to my son since he was born. He's 33 now and I still sing it to him on his birthday.

[@marleneguillory6512]

Me too. ❤

[@MarkBaumgartner-z8f]

This one is great, but shinedown's is better

[@karenflynn4168]

And I wrote the lyrics to this song in my sons high school graduation card and will always tell him to be a simple kind of man

[@Shucksbuck]

I as well and he's 41 and prefers a chill life on 5 acres with critters and. Garden & All. He's ALL legs and ALL LEGS. Wife I the background. My son looks like he's just smoked a m blunt! 😅 Chris Stapleton got it going on and I paid stupid money to see him tomorrow and I can't wait! ❤❤❤❤

[@deborahboller]

Same here. But my son is 52. ❤️

[@deel2621]

I normally dont like covers of LS, but then there is Chris Stapleton!! Awesome!

[@stevenmoland5189]

Have you heard the lead singer of Shinedown do his acoustic version? That will grab your attention real quick and leave you in chills and humming the song for the rest the day. That man is amazing as well... But Chris Stapleton is right there with him. They are both outstanding and know how to make you feel the music the way it was meant to be heard.

[@l.b.3148]

@@stevenmoland5189 I 💯 agree with Shinedown. Their acoustic version in someone's house is phenomenal!

[@rorymckinney3353]

I think he is the answer to the rebirth of southern rock..

[@stakebeddriver]

Blackberry Smoke has been around since 2001. Southern Rock is alive and well!

[@volo1826]

@@stakebeddriver but it has never been mainstream as it was during the days of skynrd or CCR.

[@dpsdeanz]

God i hope so. I still listen to the greats. Marshal Tucker, Alaman Brothers, Blackfoot, Lynard Skynard, Doobie Bros, and many more. I've never understood how that genre could fade. I was seriously excited when I heard kid rock well until the hip hop crap he tried to blend in.

[@old56timer]

I can't think of a better band than Lynyrd Skynyrd to have a tribute to.

[@Tim31NJ]

This was absolutely incredible. This song has never hit the same without Ronnie behind the mic, but Chris sang one of the greatest songs ever with some extra soul that just pulls you in. There will never be another Ronnie Van Zant, but this was beautifully done.

[@kathyshirk3981]

If their ever was another"Simple kind of Man" it's Chris Stapleton!

[@ukblue33]

Knew the second I saw this Video title I would not be disappointed. Simple Man is my #1 all time favorite. And Stapleton is quickly becoming my number 1 favorite artist. Everything the man touches is gold. Thank you for this upload

[@mikebeasley6447]

NATHAN & RUSS YOU GUYS ARE SO RIGHT!!!!!!!! WHEN THEIR PLANE WENT DOWN NEAR MCCOMB ENDING RONNIE'S LIFE I WAS DEVASTATED!!!!!!! THANKS GOES OUT TO CHRIS FOR A BEAUTIFUL RENDITION OF A WONDERFUL SONG!!!!!!!!

[@toddreed9400]

I hope he would cover turn the page

[@MarlenaPhillips]

@@toddreed9400 YES! He's do an awesome job on that song.

[@jasonbussey6742]

Well said!

[@K775-v5r]

Skynyrd is my fav band of all time… though I’m only 20 I’ve seen them live 4 times. (Some of the members are different now obviously). But I cry like a baby each time I see them. I also love Chris Stapleton and seeing him play this song was amazing and also made me cry.

[@rusvaryag6172]

I SAW Ronnie and the Boys do this in 1973 down in Hog town. NEVER forgot the passion in Ronnie's voice while he sang this. One of the most amazing concerts I have EVER seen and I've seen a few. The damn goosebumps looked like WELTS!! I've seen Johnny do this too but CHRIS has a quality in his voice VERY similar to RONNIE and THAT is saying something. Has NOT been anyone since Ronnie. CHRIS thank you for raising those damn WELTS again. Got tears STREAMING!!!

[@ricksharp5749]

I hear ya, when I heard the crowd singing tears started falling, met the survivors, Leon was my friend,

[@bruceshaffer9294]

I was at that concert in ‘73 also. It was incredible. So glad that I got to see that band before the tragedy.

[@childofthelight9071]

😭

[@thomasfoss9963]

We first saw Skynyd as the warm up band for the Who in St Louis in 1973.... We flatlanders were down there to see the Who play during the Quadrophenia tour....... Nobody in our area had heard Ronnie and the band before..... When we got back, I was the first to get their record--- Played it many times at full volume!!!!! After all, I am a big Who fan!!!! Saw them 3x live before that fateful day in Oct of 1977..........

[@gladimstelhear8533]

Man i wasnt even born then. You are one lucky man my friend. Simple Man is one of the best songs ever made

[@centenntrucker8496]

I've been an (original) Skynyrd fan since I was small from my dad. I've been a Chris Stapleton fan since he came out. The two sounds combined with a strong blues sound from both, Damn..... 👏🤘👍🇺🇸

[@shortandcurlyredhead]

Don't you hear a little bit of Ronnie in that Chris Stapleton singing... I have from the minute I heard anything out of his mouth I thought of Ronnie Van Zant 🇨🇦🇮🇹😻 I saw a Lynyrd Skynyrd a year before the plane crash I think of Ronnie Van Zant everytime I hear Chris Stapleton sing sorry just my humble opinion 🇨🇦🇮🇹💖💖🇮🇹🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦❤️❤️

[@RobertSchenewerk-vi6nb]

I seen L.S. in Dec,1976. Kiel,aud. st.louis mo. Missed ed king, Steve Gaines.just joined Great show.then 10 yrs later seen them at the same venue with the great Ed king. Ronnie's hat was on the Mike stand while they played freebird no one sang, they brought Allen Collins out in a wheelchair he didn't play though a sad but great show Ronnie was great but so were the other guys. I love the "skynard"☮️🎸

[@susansmith8800]

Greatest Musican of all Time..I Love Chris Stapleton

[@LisaVojtko]

He has the perfect gravely voice for this song!! Love Chris and skynnrd.

[@12434567891]

Chris Stapleton can make any song sound so beautiful, the man has the soul of the ages in em.

[@judyfalcone9125]

Yes he does! He did an outstanding job! Have you heard his version of Tennessee Whisky? Listen to that and Don Williams version of Tennessee Whisky! Both are truly amazing!

[@somersetcace1]

True, though in fairness, this was a beautiful song to start with.

[@joevk6274]

I vote that all Skynrd covers from now on be performed only by Chris Stapleton.

[@KoreyAusTex]

I’d love to hear him sing ‘I need you’

[@jamesmarshall7303]

I agree

[@oldcat41]

The Steel woods do I need you pretty well

[@cherylharris3090]

Yes, yes!!!!! Please Chris

[@carrieschwelik5159]

That would just be the best thing!!!

[@obageegee]

Ronnie paved the way for a lot of talent. RIP

[@tinamarief51]

Chris Stapleton nails it everytime So talented, he never ceases to amaze me Rock on Chris ♥️🎶🤘

[@Mikzone-zb6jk]

Sure....

[@littlemoo52]

i drank a bit too much whiskey and the wife sent me into the shower to try to sober up. while in there i'd swear i sang like this guy.

[@redmeghixtape410]

Sure lol ☺😁

[@kathyharrington546]

Ohh bet it was good. 👍

[@missytaylor8452]

Funny

[@Bhslion]

Lol if it was possible to do this, someone else would’ve. There’s not a single person that can match Chris Stapleton.

[@georgewilliams8264]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂👌

[@lydianewton2056]

I love Ronnie Vanzant R.I.P... And Chris nailed it ...

[@deeharris8221]

This is my favorite song from one of the best bands to ever come out of the south. I think Chris just Rocked this song.

[@mikewood1566]

Everytime I see Chris Stapleton, I immediately think Skynyrd, specifically Ronnie Van Zant. Great music.

[@maryshannon3724]

Seriously, is there absolutely nothing this man cannot sing. Amazing, If he ever comes to play in Ireland, I'm there.

[@tiffanyadams5436]

He cries his lyrics out. Ohhh the goose bumps.

[@carrieschwelik5159]

All over. From head to toe!

[@pabloescabar1038]

Chris is amazing, a true showman. He played 3 hours straight in Austin, no breaks and sounded great the whole time.

[@elviraaquinodealmeida9213]

In the first three seconds of the video i was having goosebumps everywhere. This dude is a living legend.

[@johnserrano9689]

Only Chris Stapleton has the raw power to cover such an important song for many of us. To the real Skynyrd may you rest in peace knowing your legacy is stronger than ever. And may they be honored and forth coming with the permission for Chris Stapleton to release a studio cut of this song. It would be fuckin huge for us

[@shortandcurlyredhead]

I just love him singing this song... Gives me goosebumps and reminds me of Ronnie Van Zant yes or no 🇨🇦 🇮🇹 💖

[@FilthyAnimal1x]

I wanna hear a studio version of this cover! Chris Stapleton is probably my favorite artist right now

[@CeEsCollins]

He is better live.

[@toddhenderson8093]

The heck with the studio version, if you've got that voice and talent, Live is the best . ! .

[@barrywinfree6845]

GOD surely blessed him is there anything he can’t sing to perfection I think not

[@jasminrobinson4649]

Ok I will pray every night for the rest of my life that he will record a version of this❤️❤️❤️❤️ I got chills!!

[@Cindee-Schnitman]

🙌🏻🙌🏻 Ronnie would approve of this extremely talented man. Holy hell love Chris.

[@carlosbarriga5258]

Please never stop stop playing this song in your concerts...🙏🙏 Mr. Stapleton sounds Amazing..... feels the airs on my arm popping up...chills..this is music...that gives you chills and makes you feel alive...

[@tonyavallejo7790]

This man could sing the Oscar Mayer wiener jingle and I’d still be impressed. Dude’s voice is gold.

[@MarlenaPhillips]

That's a riot. I agree!!

[@Sassy2025]

Fa So 😂

[@glennlynbowler]

I've heard a lot of Skynrd covers this one is by far the best! Love anything Chris creates ❤

[@ethelkorman7892]

I agree! I'm absolutely obsessed with his music! This cover is perfect!

[@anitahaversat5528]

Beyond lucky to be at this concert. Was also my first time seeing Chris live. Outstanding concert and possibly the best ever live performer I've seen.

[@marleneguillory6512]

I’m going to see him on the 21. Can’t wait.

[@IloveJimiHendrix2009]

That's the best I've heard anybody sing it since Ronnie died. Ronnie is smiling down from heaven.

[@oldcalango]

What if chris stapleton and lynyrd skynyrd play together? That would be legendary

[@gregsalerno1434]

I know very little about Chris Stapletons background! But man I'm glad that he showed up !

[@grizzbknives2542]

My favorite Lynyrd Skynrd song. Chris Stapleton, you knocked it out of the ballpark!!

[@oldschool9699]

I really miss my mom

[@robertwebster4468]

My favorite Lynyrd Skynrd song Chis did an amazing job

[@karensaelzer2828]

It doesn't matter how many times I hear this and even with all the cover versions by different people, this song ALWAYS brings me to tears!!!!!!

[@mossycreektennessee6528]

I saw Ronnie and Steve and Gary, Artimus Leon Wikeson Billy Powell , Allen Collins ,live in Knoxville 1976, will never forget it, Chris does a great job

[@michealabbott3691]

Put tears in my eyes brother the rite way love you

[@matthewdooley7855]

I was watching a bit on Ray Charles today. Amazing artist who crossed all sorts of genres. Early rock, gospel, R&B, huge country artist, pop. Definitely on my Mt. Rushmore of musicians. Chris Stapleton kind of reminds me of him, he just wants to make great music, doesn't care about sticking to some genre.

[@mikefields4136]

Exactly

[@et.farmer1402]

Nice job, thanks for keeping Lynyrd Skynyrd alive.

[@lesterwilliams1116]

Man, saw him in Atlanta for the first time ever, was such a good show, he did freebird too.

[@karyjames4070]

2021 Still listening ❤

[@stevenmoland5189]

I would love to hear him do an acoustic version of this amazing song.

[@dolliejones6446]

THIS is SO BADASS ‼️ I LOVE This TUNE and Chris is Rhe Goosebumps Man❤🔥🎶🎼🎵🔥🎶🎼🎵👄

[@mikejustice2493]

Stapleton can sing anything. Awesome cover of one of the best songs by the BEST SOUTHERN ROCK band ever

[@gregarcangeli7656]

The Ray Charles of the 21st century. Anything he sings becomes a Chris Stapleton song. Would love to hear him sing this with the current Skynrd band

[@deltufokymberly2377]

Shout out to Chris Stapleton for this excellent tribute to Ed King-pure perfection!

[@bigcountry3172]

Big smiles and much love for how amazing Chris sings my favorite song by my favorite band in my life! He's the standard now adays of what all the legends of country has given us over the decades. Chris Stapleton is what country always was and still should be (not pop like most country is today)! Long live the legends and Chris and you my friend made alot of legends who are gone and still here very proud of you and they are smiling and very proud! Much love to you and God Bless everyone

[@juliegreen4796]

We are so desperately waiting for this amazing man to tour australia! Pleeeeeze

[@janetbarsorian5051]

I was the backstage chef at Meadowbrook (BNHP) this was one of the best shows ever. Not only is Chris musical perfection, he is a kind, warm, sweet amazing family man. Needle to say I fell in love with him that day. I also impinged my sciatic nerve and was on the floor of my house writhing in pain like a lunatic about 6 hours before this actually happened. So glad I was able to pull it togther. Incredible experience ✌❤

[@MarlenaPhillips]

I'm Gary Agresti's girl, and he told me you're the awesome chef who makes vegetarian chili so awesomely, that your secret ingredient must be meat! Yes, Chris has a unique, soulful voice, and I wish I could have met him. You've got a great job! Can't wait till we can all get back to doing live shows again. Nice to meet you!!

[@janetbarsorian5051]

Marlena Gary is an amazing man. I can't wait to see him perform live ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MarlenaPhillips]

@@janetbarsorian5051 He's a real sweetie, multi-talented, and best of all, he's been good to me in the 3+ years we've dated. Love that guy! And believe me, he can't wait to perform again live! It's a very discouraging time right now for all of us musicians and live music professionals like yourself. Hope to see you next season. Maybe Chris will come back. :)

[@jennifermann6068]

Wow!! Amazing!!! Ronnie would love this!!🙏🏻🕯

[@chadhaslett1818]

Not a country guy, but I do love me some Chris Stapleton!

[@mikerose9313]

Saw this guy open for Guns n Roses. Couldnt figure out why they picked him to open until he hit the stage. Then I couldnt figure out why he wasnt opening every show.

[@michellerigsby1181]

That's got to be my sentiment nobody i thought could sing it but Ron Van Zant but Chris Stapleton would be the one I'd take for a REALLY DANGEROUS 2ND ❤

[@raymondjcharleson4583]

I agree with that statement. I just discovered him and his band and I have never been to a concert but if I had to choose which one I would go see it would definitely be Chris ☺️ he has a voice that matches his soul and the rest is history 😊

[@paulschwartz1137]

Stapleton is the best, and answered george Jones song,who's going to fill them shoes, Chris Stapleton filled them BOOTS.

[@RM-ro3cs]

This is the best person to sing this beautiful song!!! ❤️ 🎸 🎵

[@sweet11cheeksnodigity15]

is this you golden locks ????? x

[@doreenajones400]

This man can sing anything!! Love love love his voice.

[@michaeljustice124]

Surprisingly this is probably the best cover of Simple Man I’ve heard yet. Very nice.

[@marksmith1167]

Big stapleton fan, but shinedown version has most power out of any verzion to date, including original imho

[@mikebeasley6447]

@@marksmith1167 SORRY MARK BUT YOU ARE WRONG! I GUESS YOU HAD TO BE THERE! THE AUDIO HERE DOESN'T DO CHRIS'S LIVE VERSION JUSTICE! JUST SAYIN'....

[@BrennanandBoothlove]

Oh course, it is Chris Stapleton

[@Hawgdawgman]

Mark Smith the original is the best song of all time imo

[@patriciakimbrell5688]

Love the Music of Chris Stapleton ♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸♥️🎸

[@RossIsFine]

Basically Chris is a combination of Waylon Jennings and Robert Plant

[@centenntrucker8496]

There you go! 👍

[@pipersecrets]

Absolutely!!

[@acart2216]

I approve this message

[@elegantgypsyrose5328]

Hit it!

[@pamelaknowles1847]

Chills absolutely beautiful,, rip Ed King

[@thomasfoss9963]

Right on Pam-- Saw them live 3x before the plane crash, and 3x after!!!!! Always get chills up my spine when they play Simple Man!!!!!!!!!

[@mrplayit4mejeffbennett]

Chris gives justice to the song 🎵. Wtg man you did a great job of singing this classic song! I've been a huge fan of Skynyrd since I was 17 and I've been to several of their concerts throughout my life. What a great experience!

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

Best rock band of ALL time.. people they only recorded 6 years imagine another 10 or 20 if Ronnie wouldve lived we got cheated outta so much great music

[@slingshot8227]

Gosh. What a voice. Chris is a great singer

[@Last_of_my_breed]

Chris really pulled this off perfectly ! Amazing talent. 👍

[@elizabethkoch9904]

I dedicated this song to my 2 son’s Cody, and Cory. Till this day when they get a chance the listen to the song.💕

[@elizabethkoch9904]

@LynyrdSkynyrdmusic I’m from Sacramento, California 🙏

[@andrewkiesling3334]

that is awesome! Ronnie VZ would and is proud!

[@liza2850]

They performed in the same way! No theatrics...just planted feet and SING!!! AMAZING VOICES....GOOSE BUMPS.. heart pounding. I dig Stapelton SO MUCH. His band PLAYED IT WELL TOO!

[@DFehrenbacherMusic]

So good! Chris can sing anything dang

[@Linda.holder]

Loving this in Tennessee

[@deborahboller]

And in Wyoming ❤️

[@kathleenschlegel4267]

I get chills just listening.

[@wendellburkhart8297]

Skynyrd is my absolute favorite band and I've seen many covers of this song and most of em disappointed me because it takes someone that's got the soul in em to bring this song to life and honestly this is the first time I've seen it and feel so comfortable knowing Ronnie and all of the other ones are saying Finally..... Someone doing our songs justice . And I just saw that this video cuts off before it's even over with . Maybe it wasn't whoever's fault that posted it but if it was....man at least have a little respect for Chris Stapleton and his band . This is hands down the best cover I've ever seen of Simple Man and I take things serious especially when it comes to things like this . And if it wasn't your fault accept my apologies.

[@jochendoenges2354]

Our weddingsong 18 years and counting Hopefully a 100 more And I miss my mom too❤

[@doreenajones400]

Love love love this man

[@ginger2770]

I'm just seeing this video, I helped set the stage and was backstage working during this show. Amazing performance

[@MarlenaPhillips]

That’s awesome! Are you a stage hand?

[@ginger2770]

@@MarlenaPhillips yup! It's great work

[@MarlenaPhillips]

@@ginger2770 my sweetie is Gary Agresti, the production manager.

[@chrisb18741]

My favourite country singer, sings my favourite song, from my favourite band. Perfection!

[@cherriphelps0108]

What a beautiful version! Love it!

[@parisweieneth6340]

Chris has an amazing voice and does a greart job on this song...Simple Man is one of my all time favorite songs by Lynyrd Skynrd!! Still listening in 2021...Blessings to all :)

[@mikesimko5834]

Me 2...listening in 2021! Best version I've heard!

[@diannaloper7677]

Chis is such a talented man. Love his voice!!

[@flintferguson6979]

Cry to me, Chris, Cry to me! Sensational cover!

[@jeffstewart1182]

Great cover. You can tell he loves that song

[@leonardduke6791]

RIP Ed king❤Thank you chris

[@evankrantz2906]

This guy is amazing! Love the cover and love Chris Stapleton!

[@wandanelson4096]

Beautiful job covering this song.....

[@annmarielembckejones7871]

Beautiful chris stapleton super star loving your music 112021 super great

[@rg7624]

Favorite Lynyrd skynyrd song right here!This man can sing anything and make it sound awesome!Thanks for sharing!

[@NealHardin-g8b]

Chris not only apllies his wonderfully talented voice to a song he also pours his soul and appreciation out when he plays music..Much like the man whos song he is singing, hes a blessing to the industry and thr fans..I cant reinerate enough kust how awesome this dude is. Ronnie would love it Chris..guarantee that!

[@kurtborchers6178]

saw them do this tune at Anaheim Stadium about a month or so before the plane crash. it still rates as the funnest concert i've been to...before or since. some people can do great covers of this song but never really GET what the tune's about. Chris gets it.

[@deybydey99]

I saw the Anaheim show.

[@INTHEBAGGOLF]

Thank you for giving us this gift of a video lol

[@rjwestphal3420]

I usually cringe a little when I see a cover of thi song. This one made me smile. My favorite song, now one of my favorite versions.

[@billlavoie7272]

I was there in person awesome job for sure.