Steve Winwood - Back In The High Life Again (Live at PBS Soundstage 2005)

[@michaelraiger623]

Steve Winwood is a beautiful soul. And his extraordinary talent allows him to express that beautifully, while the brightness of that soul shines through the music. One of the greats!

[@LoveLady-wn3eg]

I am happy to oblge.

[@peteypool]

Love Steve Winwood 💙 ! I've seen him many times over the years. From seeing Traffic at the Fillmore east 1968. I even smoked a joint with him in Central Park waiting for a Jeff Beck concert.I seen this tour at The Beacon.

[@peteypool]

PS: Steve was playing with Blind Faith at Madison Square garden with Blind Faith !

[@tattoorichie100]

I think Jim Capaldi said it best-“pound for pound the greatest musician alive”. I’ve listened to and seen Steve perform in his many ventures since 1968, and his brilliance never fails to shine brightly. Keys, guitar, mandolin, bass, drums and of course his vocals, are always world class. Topped off by being a highly respected song writer, and as Capaldi said…….

[@kellyc2425]

👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼 Well said, sir Happy new year!

[@thomaselliott573]

I first heard him in Blind Faith at about that time. I was very young and I have never forgotten it.

[@jackhiggins24]

Stevie W and Stevie W 2 of my favorites

[@milesfielding6584]

Totally agree. Not many like him....

[@kevinboyden3815]

Yes, EXCEPTIONALLY TALENTED ACROSS THE BOARD !!!!! Simply Amazing Icon !!!! Luv his Diversity !!!

[@mikecaney2756]

Just heard this guy sing this exact song 16 years before presenting this rendition. Has not skipped a beat.

[@amymalina5073]

How can he write so many different songs that all sound so different from each other and all still sound so fresh and timeless? I guess that’s what it means to be an inspired brilliant musician for the ages. And he’s still killing it.

[@JSSPatent]

Greatness

[@Jouantiese]

Unparalleled legend.

[@edwardmcmanus7496]

Great point by you🎵🎸🎻

[@JohnSuchy-Whitetop]

His fellows on stage seem to be loving this.

[@jed1166]

Getting pretty old, so forgot who said this, “Steve Winwood can play every instrument, AND he can play them better that everybody in your band”. The consummate musician.

[@pranavsambamurti7746]

I think it was Hendrix who said this, but not absolutely sure.....

[@alainsalemi6049]

Il est comme les grands musiciens, pas plus

[@dianehowell4352]

I have tickets for The Doobie Brothers and Steve Winwood looking forward to seeing them

[@kee7678]

Where and when?

[@dianehowell4352]

@@kee7678 Indy ,August 17

[@MrSlidejames]

Kinda like seeing an old friend again. Miss you Steve!

[@jonathantalsma2935]

Just to let you know Steve is has live shows coming up in 2022 .

[@MrSlidejames]

@@jonathantalsma2935 Thank you & Happy New Year!

[@bradnelson4778]

@@jonathantalsma2935 Please send him down here to Sydney, Australia.

[@tammysavoie9771]

The James Taylor???

[@MrSlidejames]

@@tammysavoie9771 The “Other James Taylor!” Ha!

[@michaelbugby1630]

I didn't know he could rock a mandolin. nicely done

[@Willie.McBride]

The Soundtrack of my life! I was very sick, but I will Return. Sure!

[@D-Fens_1632]

One of those rare songs that are a bittersweet reminder of the past but also makes you optimistic about getting older. Steve is such a great musician, that lead mandolin, I mean c'mon.

[@ronbraunagel4815]

Just a proper English gentleman. Humble, with an angelic voice and a shocking level of talent. Man that guy does it all.

[@peek-a-moose2491]

Great piece. has a lot of African riffs and rhythms to it ... Steve Winwood. His musicianship is phenomenal........

[@grayfox9191]

I'm a mandolinist myself and wanna incorporate it into progressive-style music and steve does it perfectly.

[@MG-yg9sp]

He rocks

[@ninthhorizon]

I hope to be back in the high life again. Steve Winwood you are so wonderful!

[@eduardocobian3238]

I saw him in Madrid many years ago. I was trying to spot the bass player and I couldn't see it. Then I realized that Steve was playing the bass with one of his legs while playing the keyboard and singing. I couldn't believe it.

[@ronaldcripps7171]

Respectfully, Tom Petty should have been opening for Steve Winwood. Steve is a master instrument player and a master of the Hammond organ, mandolin, guitar, piano and any instrument that you can think of. He plays them all. A true musician.

[@ronaldcripps7171]

You are one of the best musicians on the planet. I hope you continue to play with the same enthusiasm that you have for the last 6 decades. Thank you.

[@kenya420]

SWEET JESUS that was beautiful!! 😭

[@furtherdefinitions1]

One of the most talented and versatile musicians, writers, singers ever

[@debrachilcott7179]

Goosebumps and a dopamine flood every time I listen to this song. This version is just gorgeous.

[@IT-fr4wb]

not getting tired of pressing repeat on this…. Classic

[@markdawson-smith1950]

Such a simply outstanding performance from one of my all-time favourite artists. An absolute gem!

[@meob2259]

This is the best song ever from a man that can play anything I am going to have this played when I go

[@debsylvester2012]

I love his music. I love this album. His sound is perfection. Thanks Steve.

[@TheSmoopyloops]

My first wife gave me his Arc of a Diver LP for a birthday present. I got to see him live at a big casino a few years ago with my Big Brother!

[@Traveler19491]

I listen to this and am flooded with nostalgia. My late teens and early twenties come flooding back. The friends, the laughter, the free spirits, the fun. Bad times? Sure. But the good vastly outweighed the bad. This was the time when real music was created, when the artists were actual artists, when the music was real music, no computers, no auto-tune, no special effects. Just art. And feeling good.

[@bobstrelitz6968]

Incredible Winwood genius💕

[@ianchapple4642]

Here here 😊

[@kee7678]

same

[@Prizmatic1658]

What a beautiful song, i just love it, what a great positive piece.

[@stevedriver1476]

stevie is something special allright,, he was singing at age 14 in serious bands. I also see him playing at Claptons cross roads guitar festival, i had no idea he was a guitar giant. It must be in the water in the U.K, we need some here. AND steve doesn,t try to project and stupid image, no stupid hats, no sunglasses indoors, no tattoo,s, silly haircuts. from Australia

[@adamspiegelofchicagoonhand8461]

Met both Steve and Jim outside the Riviera Theater, Chicago, 1990s sometime. Great show, their comeback tour.

[@duke792]

Love it. I’m a younger guy who grew up in the 80s and Winwood strikes something in me I remember from the past, the good times.

[@eloquentsarcasm]

Every time I hear this song, it makes me want to learn the mandolin. The only memories of my mother I have is her and I playing piano together, she died far too soon, but she left me with a lifelong love of music and art, and for that I will always thank her. Love ya Mom, and thank you Steve, for making me think of her.

[@sarac.3259]

Just to hear that unique and wonderful voice... and the exquisite mandolin... 😊 Happy new year to all Steve Winwood fans across the world. Hope to see some live music in 2022. 💕

[@dwaynewladyka577]

I saw Steve Winwood twice live, as the opening act for Tom Petty. In Edmonton, Alberta, in 2008, and in Calgary, Alberta, in 2014. I'm a longtime fan. Hope you have a Happy New Year. Cheers! ✌️

[@ricardofelipebilibio6472]

Happy new year to you too, even if a bit late!

[@jahmanras7058]

only 5.3k likes? oyeaaa! we can see this generation no nothing about music.

[@0165EM4971]

Not my favorite Winwood song, but this version is something else. Love it! I’m only 23, but this is the music I’m keeping with me for the next 40 years the same way everyone else in the comments is reminiscing upon it

[@TarotsApprentice]

One of the few songs that make me emotional in a good way from the first note!

[@stewartrosenwasser6587]

Steve win wood is a genius the most unique music

[@markdawson-smith1950]

There are some videos on KZbin / Vimeo that are, for whatever reason, not viewed enough. For an absolute musical genius such as Steve Winwood, every performance such as this should be promoted to 'Legendary' status. What is not to love?

[@margaretwaite9765]

Loved you since back in the '60s!

[@mariahincapie134]

A mis 70 años... Escucharte otra vez, es como volver a ser la jóven y bella que me decían que era. Gracias por devolverme la alegría Steve 🫂💕

[@marabustobusto]

A little glimpse of heaven this is.

[@gary7667]

My Aunt went to high school with Will Jennings,the co-writer of this song plus several others. He also co wrote the lyrics to Eric Clayton's Tears in Heavan plus the theme song of the movie Titantic. Will Jennings Chapel Hill high school Tyler Tx.

[@dteed6282]

The breakdown in the bridge is perfect.

[@patmarvar3641]

This song spoke to me since 1989! Was a healing experience!

[@hpodell]

So him again three or four nights ago. He is still amazing gave me goosebumps as every song started. So lucky to be able to see him and his amazing band. Realized I have been following his incredible career for sixty years from Spencer Davis, traffic till today.

[@karenhaines657]

I love this song for sure this song a story of my life in my 20's the good and bad times this really truly amazing song of all times listen to him sings which I listen to everyday I just loved the guy ❣️❣️

[@tedgamma8650]

Brings back childhood memories of going for drives with my Dad in his old Ford . Miss you Dad.

[@ovidiulupu8484]

Steve îs a legend of rock history,a fabulous keyboard player and also one of the greatest Voice!

[@taleinz1]

Please come to Australia again . Thank you for all your music 🎶 . Loved you as a kid growing up in a small country called Fiji . I listened to ‘vacant chair’ a few months ago at the recommendation of a friend. He told me to listen to the lyrics . I did and I wept like I’ve never done listening to a song. Music is powerful in so many ways . 🎶🎶

[@stevious7278]

"Buk-a-watso-kanukoo"...Such a beautiful song is Vacant Chair.

[@terrencekennedy1318]

Luv him from the 60s till now he still has the same tone in his voice. Keep it up Steve all the best from Singapore.👍

[@reinholdhammers3909]

Steve Winwood is in my opinion not only the best pop singer of all times, but also the best looking - see only his bright eyes. And he seems not to grow older. In deep respekt, Reinhold Hammers, an old guy from Germany...

[@darrylnelson6361]

A great musician and performance 🎉

[@stevenhanson6057]

Optimistic music fits this song of hope

[@chrissett4245]

So talented.... Diehard Fan since 70s. Thank you so much for the tunes-

[@valerier4308]

A favorite of mine! Such a great song! Beautiful mandolin! Thanks! Here's hoping we'll all be back in the high life in the coming year!

[@alainsalemi6049]

Merci you tube pour me mettre la bonne musique, vous êtes merveilleux ❤❤❤❤❤

[@AA-eq5wk]

may 2022 bring back the high life again

[@MrTimezone2]

A case of goosebumps and extended. Magnificent

[@pirpirpir-os7ms]

awesome stevie ❤

[@stevewinwoodvideos]

Thank you 😁

[@gretch-]

Steve, the sweet man sends me, no matter what song. True to me every time!! 😇❤️🥰🐾💕🫶🏼

[@rogerfarrell7312]

I agree, he is the musicians musician

[@alvingomes9476]

love it thank all of you

[@louisevad6091]

A good life to bring joy to so many

[@kellyc2425]

An icon, multi instrumentalist, and that classic timbre his voice carries is magic.

[@veronicalake2751]

Steven Winwood, thanks for keeping up your singing... 😊👍🇺🇲🎉

[@tbc1809]

Steve's voice hasn't aged a bit .. Seen him in 2017 . His daughter opened up for him , and sang back up when Steve came out .. Mt winery Saratoga

[@mintip1957]

I'm lucky being so old now, to have seen a few of these great musicians, saw Steve Winwood and Capaldi at Wolverhampton Civic donkeys years ago - good times - I hope the youngsters of today have the chance to see such great musicians... that's all folks... Take care. CCB

[@rudiger591]

Ein Super Musiker der viele Instrumente beherrschte.

[@Pholo54]

Best classic of all time. I love it

[@TheFlameTop]

The song featured here, renders a rather deep sense of hope unto the listener . For that it being the first day of the new year this comes all in good time! It brings a sense of calm !!! `Happy New Year' Steve Sir'!

[@karenhammond7690]

Nice Title too!!! BACK IN THE HIGH LIFE

[@thomasbernecky2078]

The best mandolin song ever, except for the Rain Song. I've seen you 3 times live now, and once with Eric Clapton, and never have been disappointed. You're one of the best musicians ever. Thanks again, Steve.

[@janetkenny1735]

A great new year present. Happy New year Steve and family and all Winwood fans out there.

[@jamiemelissa7762]

Thanks Steve 🥰

[@maryrimmer9133]

Steve sounds so great....whether with an orchestra or smaller band like this one. Remarkable voice and talent

[@katherinewalker4018]

Loving this live version. What a legend! In loving memoir of my nephew Sir. X. one of his successors multi-instrumentalist. 🌹🎵🎶🎼🎙

[@stevewinwoodvideos]

Thanks for listening

[@katherinewalker4018]

@@stevewinwoodvideos You got it Mr. Winwood! Blessings always.

[@ananurforma1429]

Steve is super amazing. Look how clear he is. No more drugs? hope so. seems so healthy.

[@catmom1322]

Stevie is multi-talented & one of my very favorites! I've love him for a very long time.

[@keithskelton2287]

a great track to start 2022 Thanks ✌

[@markdawson-smith1950]

♥♥♥

[@markdawson-smith1950]

Spending quite a few weekends enjoying musical pleasures from the past, and this one has reappeared and simply can't be ignored. So glad that I got to see Steve live (although 10+ years ago). This performance is music at its pure best.

[@Ron-c4t1o]

I really like the fact that the musicians and engineers on his albums. Very good.

[@Ron-c4t1o]

I agree with for the most part understanding dynamics. If you don't. Don't play small clubs because you are out of your element.

[@nealfig]

One of my favourite Winwood songs. These lyrics take on another meaning during this pandemic: "I'll be back in the high life again. All the doors I closed one time will open up again."

[@JamesThomas-zl9er]

Still my #2 - Can’t Find My Way Home still tops the bill for me!

[@nealfig]

@@JamesThomas-zl9er " Can’t Find My Way Home" is another one of my Winwood favourites.

[@nealfig]

​@@JamesThomas-zl9er "Can’t Find My Way Home" is another one of my favourites.

[@linadenoblee9126]

Love this song with perfect percussion! All The Best, Steve in the New Year 2022! Eva from Prague

[@taleinz1]

Ok so I bought an old stereo amp from a church garage sale $5 (AUD) , just picked up speakers today , $9 and an old cassette component for about $25 , lights work too yay !!! Anyhow , hooked them up today , grabbed my ‘Chronicles ‘ cassette tape . Set it up in the garage and listening to it now on full blast . Valarie gives me goosebumps and takes me somewhere magical in my past . Got me thinking , how incredible it must be to produce a record with some damn incredible songs and to listen to them . Hope you can hear the music from Queensland , Australia 🇦🇺 🎶🎶🎶

[@taleinz1]

‘Talking back to the night’ has the same effect - music is my drug of choice 🎶🎶🎶

[@mbeenz]

Brilliant Simply Brilliant!!!!

[@rockermanpre747]

Steve Winwood has an incredibly unique tone to his voice.

[@sanjaygokavi5720]

Oh man. Musical excellence.

[@mallard4998]

Oh so good!!!

[@cathysumner3408]

Steve Winwood, The Best Ever!

[@johngist3761]

Him and Prince should have had a shedding battle on every instrument 😊

[@DavidHuber63]

One of a kind!

[@ZacharyDerrick-hj2ym]

I LOVE YOU STEVE WINWOOD!!!!!! I grew yp listening to ALL your BEAUTIFUL songs!!!!! Im now a 43 year old husband of my beautiful best friend for 22 years!!! Survived cancer, been through chemo twice!!! But im GOOD, my son is engaged to his sweetheart, my daughter and her husband just gave me my GRANDSON!!!!!! I lived through DARKNESS, but im striving to be back in the high life again!!!!!!!! Thank you Mr Winwood for your PHENOMENAL music!!!!!!!

[@ericanderson8516]

He is amazing!

[@777colin1]

Such a wonderful talent, apart from his work and songs with Spencer Davis, he wrote some wonderful songs, When you see a Chance, Valerie, The Finer Things, Higher Love and this one. And of course we mustnt forget, what he did with Traffic, Paper Sun, Here we round the Mulberry Bush and Hole in my Shoe. and again, Blind Faith, with Had to Cry Today, and Cant find my Way Home. A true Master

[@turdoirishman]

Sooooo good👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@mikea-m1457]

Jose Neto on guitar.....monster from Brazil

[@amangogna68]

Great song, fantastic singer and amazing band !