The Whoopi Goldberg Show - Dwight Yoakam. FULL SHOW (1992)

I was digging through my old collection of music / videos, and I found this VHS tape of Dwight's episode of the Whoopi Goldberg Show back in 1992. That show didn't last long..I worked at a TV then that carried her show. I got this tape from someone who worked at the show's syndication dept and have kept it stored away since that month it aired. Decided to digitize it and share as I have not seen this entire performance online, just pieces. (hope that is ok DY & comp). I always loved this episode due to extremely intimate setup and performances. Enjoy!

[@louiserawle8999]

He is an awesome songwriter and a bonafide actor,the gorgeous and supremely talented Dwight Yoakam,I have adored him for many years.

[@randomrecordings9757]

What a classic country music performance! Dwight's voicing is like a spoonful of honey. The interweaving of his guitar picking with Jerry Peter's country piano fills is perfection. Whoopi watches so intently and with such enjoyment. I appreciate how good this is because it's unlikely I'll see a better performance.

[@foxboroconsultinggroupinc.7423]

Man that dude can sing!!

[@jackdaley5512]

Dwight sings one note and we know who it is. Today's country they sing a whole song and it could be one of a dozen.

[@harryhenderson8467]

Totally agree my friend, his voice is so cool.

[@deradler3261]

Well said

[@bobbieevans8170]

Dwight is unique, one of a kind voice. Fan since the first song.

[@petestaint8312]

Agreed! 👍

[@DebbieBerrey]

Love u so

[@wilmanorman330]

he is so real, so authentic, so profoundly articulate ........never mind his voice is mind blowing!!!!

[@mattcravens2473]

I remember watching this on TV when I was a kid. That hat, that style, that voice. I wanted to be Dwight when I was a little kid. ALL TIME favorite.

[@louiserawle8999]

He is extremely knowledgable on so many subjects..So articulate..

[@gregphillips2827]

Fricking hell, where did this come from? This is one of the best entertainment TV conversations I’ve ever seen. Did Whoopi miss her calling? She’s fantastic here, and Dwight and the pianist are phenomenal too.

[@tracy6987]

I used to work in TV for many years and back in 1992 I worked for a station that aired this show. I was such a Dwight fan that I got the syndicators of the show to send me an official VHS copy of the show. I found it in a box a few years ago and digitized it the best I could. Glad you like it...it is pretty cool!!

[@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw]

LOVE Dwight's unique style voice. ELIZABETH 🎉🎉🎉 SCOTLAND xxxxxxx ❤❤❤❤

[@lovealways2609]

​@@tracy6987tysm.. i have re-watched this so many times

[@tracy6987]

@@lovealways2609 awesome to hear that!!!! This is why I had to put this up on KZbin :)

[@KajunMoo70]

T.D. Major thanks for sharing this wonderful recording of Dwight and Whoopi with those of us who adore and admire Dwight❤️

[@tracy6987]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@terryhorton817]

I seen this along time ago when it was released, and Oh My God , I was Blown Away !!! One of the best Interviews I've ever seen ! 🙌 Bar None !!!!☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ Dwight is a True Icon and Living Legend !! His knowledge of Music and Heritage of The Blues and Country is Phenomenal!! His Singing is Incredible! The Gentlemen playing the Piano is Extraordinary! Whoopi was Absolutely Great 👍 She drove this Vessel and it is a Treasure !!! ...The total Package 📦😍 I was Soo Impressed by Dwight's, Vigilance in gathering information and knowledge of His Craft , ..... just saying .. The way they made Whoopie Smile uncontrollable is evidence this was Extraordinary, and So Captivating!!! Later!

[@mrrll2007]

Wow. What an incredible conversation. Dwight is a captivating character, and Whoopi does a magnificent job making this feel like an earnest conversation. Great find.

[@marilynfielding5866]

Woopys not the old woopy no longer. Gone in a BLM flash.

[@trevorkeyser9746]

It’s the Hat!

[@trevorkeyser9746]

So unique ✅✅✅

[@evelynmulvaney173]

Brilliant, luv luv luv Dwight, OMG, such a voice. 🇮🇪

[@rockymountainwoman2618]

A cerebral man with a voice of gold-amen!

[@doriemckay6935]

Dwight is one of the most intelligent guys out there. I read an interview in a magazine he gave back in the 80s when he was up and coming. The man is DEEP. We can tell he is very well read and self educated. I had a chance to see him, before I even knew a thing about him in 86, and opted to go see a 60s blues band, instead. WORST musical regret I have ever had. Been kicking myself since. He was booked with Steve Earle as a newcomer too.

[@sharispencer9611]

Love him

[@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw]

I adore Dwight .Fantastic singer and entertainer. Love his antics that gets all of us , his fans going. Keep it up Dwight .Kind Regards Elizabeth .Perth Scotland. 🥰🥰🥰❣❣❣❣❣❣❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PeggyRoane]

Dwight is my favorite entertainer of all times

[@MaritaKavander-k5f]

😂

[@MaritaKavander-k5f]

😊

[@michillene]

What a voice and style...the best of the best...that's Dwight..

[@gerryention2172]

For me Dwight is one of a kind country singer.

[@carmenaparicio1498]

He's the King

[@renaleon3193]

Thank you so much for this. Whoopi really had a great show and it's too bad it didn't last. And Dwight...a true artist and treasure. Love them both.

[@booth9553]

Dwight is so great on many levels: great voice, fantastic song writer, honest genuine person, great showman, very articulate and extremely knowledgeable. Have always loved him and always will.

[@tracy6987]

#True

[@kylegraham6034]

Digging and loving me some Dwight in 2024! So much talent.

[@carmenaparicio1498]

I absolutely love Dwight Yoakam 💓

[@irisrose4732]

He just touches your soul, so incredibly talented.

[@chocodiledundee1]

Thank you for sharing this video , amazing , Dwight is amazing , he didn't sell his soul to Nashville to be pop country in the early 80's like they wanted him to , instead he went to L.A. He played with punk bands . He's so open minded , he's so cool , stuck to his style then when his time came there he was on the top of his game , Dwight is legend , absolutely legend ... To me he's the Elvis of country music ! Bless you Dwight , I went to the Saint Vinnies and got all these 80's 90's Wrangler , Levi's and R.M. Williams pants with Elastane I could get hold of , Dwight is actor , musician and fashion guru legend with his classic cowboy Levis denim jacket and tight pants , his light sand fur hat and his light tan boots , simplicity spiced with classic , Dwight is the man , never follow trends that's why he's legend to me !

[@charlottewadkins986]

AMEN! HE does stuff HIS way,

[@carmenaparicio1498]

I differently agree with you because he's the King of country music

[@mairendee4572]

This is just Dwight at his best - full of musical knowledge, singing in his inimitable voice and style. So easy, so natural. Just love his music - and what great interplay between Whoopi, Dwight and the pianist. Thank you so very much for digging this out.

[@tracy6987]

+mairendee you are welcome....glad you enjoyed and took time to comment!

[@kathybradshaw7284]

This is the greatest man alive. He is so everything and more I watch this all the time and love his voice and his in sight.

[@rhondaquintero7369]

Wonderful video!!

[@rhondaquintero7369]

@@kathybradshaw7284 Agree....he is the total package- smart, kind, talented, humble, handsome.....

[@DanielJayHouk]

He's so full of knowledge. Obviously his music is fantastic but just listening to the passion and knowledge in his voice.

[@dorothyriceputo3989]

Dwight has a voice that is so captivating so unique loved this interview .

[@tracy6987]

+dorothy riceputo thanks....yup it's a good one for sure

[@charleslieser3831]

dorothy riceputo a very complex guy

[@GottliebGoltz]

He's cool, I heard from a classmate from high school They nicknamed him "Bonsey".

[@agga40s]

@@GottliebGoltz I wonder why it was "Bonsey." It doesn't seem to mean anything. I love Dwight!

[@PeachPie9]

@@agga40s Slim...

[@WildPhotoShooter]

I was hooked when I heard him sing "I sang Dixie". It hit me like when I heard George Jones sing "He stopped loving her today".

[@checkerives6718]

What a gift this piece is musically and also the conversation that unfolds. The 3 of them just going at it and with such intelligence and JOY! Dwight, Whoopi, and the fine piano player connecting. Blessings to the great Jimmy Rodgers! I will watch it again and again. Thank you!

[@marthastephens2179]

musical genius , musicologist. Original and no one ever will be like him. His 1st note is instantly recognizable, you KNOW who it is !

[@tracy6987]

no doubt!

[@athenassigil5820]

Love, love this! Dwight and Whoopi, are pure gold.....as is the pianist. And the conversation, is both erudite and earthy..beautiful stuff!

[@lovealways2609]

Yep! D.Y. ~ def. has a certain charm to himself. i• find myself returning to this video once every coupla' weeks. Powerful haunting melodies n lyrics ~ the pianist is 'oh my' proficient. Thank you for this content.

[@christinelawrence5120]

Love this tune.. Wot a voice.. The best🎶🎸

[@horsehide3039]

Dang, brother, this is why I watch KZbin. This is pure gold. You are right, how intimate it is. I am so glad you were there to rescue it and it was not lost. Thanks.

[@tracy6987]

Horsehide Thanks! Glad I held onto it as well

[@fivecitydirttracker4776]

This Album as all of Dwight's music bench marks good and sad memories of my life. I am a fan of all types of music. It's just some artists grabbed a hold of my sole. This man help guide my feelings and actions. Good or bad. Thank you Dwight.

[@danielhackman1445]

Always enjoyed Dwight yoakam's music in the piano player adds so much to it

[@jeanie8831]

Dwight Yoakam is an endless encyclopedia, never has any of his interviews been boring, far far from it. Thank you for sharing this. It's fabulous. Dwight Yoakam is probably the most underestimated and underrecognized artist and one of the most prolific song writers ever ever. The pianiat here is fabulous too. 2023 and still loving Dwight's music. The depth of it and the lyrics actually make sense, where so many songs have no meaning. Forever a fan. This video is historical.

[@Stephanie-n9s]

Love your comment ! Agree with u 💯 Another Forever fan ❤❤

[@Poconobuc]

He keeps the Bakersfield sound going - the heir to Wynn Stewart, Buck Owens, Merle Haggard.

[@Sven_E07]

Nice to read someone still knows "unknown" names like Wynn Stewart. I find it really sad that artists - no matter if musicians, actors, authors etc. - are forgotten. I sound like if I was old :D

[@marilynfielding5866]

Yes I know all about that Backersfield sound. My mom was a singer and Wynn and Merle Bonnie Owens . And Buck all worked the Backersfield country. .Shows and all would meet up at the old .Blackboard Lounge . When not touring .And sit arround and pick and Grinn . Oildale Calif. Backersfield area. Great fun for all .played shuffel Board and Pool and they danced . .I was very tinny Bonnie would hold me till I slept. Bonnie maide all the guys dibby it up. To by me presents .She'd go down the road with my mom. Pick out littrl out fits. For me . She always maid up for missing my birthday . Mom kept pics of all the good times . All are now gone .to that big concert where the circle Is never Broken. Now their all together singing in the Heavenly quire .

[@RebeccaGibson1]

So glad that this digitized version of entire show is made available to us via this person and KZbin. So very grateful!

[@tracy6987]

you are so welcome....glad I was a pack rat and kept the tape all these years LOL

[@lovealways2609]

@@tracy6987 t.y. ~ just awesome!..

[@lovealways2609]

Thanks for the.. 💗

[@wilmanorman330]

The first time I heard him , I was hooked! He is so many cuts above.

[@lucymoser3417]

Truly a priceless piece of film, Dwight at his best in a relaxed environment. Thank you for sharing!

[@tracy6987]

+Lucy Moser you are very welcome!

[@glendakelk3846]

What a voice what a man pure gold

[@billbill5326]

I have been a Dwight Yoakam fan since he first came on the music scene. Simply the best! Also love Whoopi Goldberg. She will forever be Guinan to me. ❤

[@oblivion704]

I have been a huge Dwight Yoakam fan ever since I was a kid and I am shocked that this is the first time I’ve ever seen an interview of his. This is great 😁

[@marlyndataylor2925]

This is an important interview showing Dwight’s in Terence and real personality. It’s historic in what it reveals about him and country music. Such a different view of him revealing so much. Some of his best singing and a view of his personality.

[@daphneplucken-hollard6388]

Thank you for sharing. I grew up with country music, and continue my education bij listening to Dwight Yoakum. And so much enjoying his songs. Again thank you for sharing.

[@insynkfg]

Just found this accidentally. Beautiful music. True conversation rather than scripted interview. Comprehensive history,.,of music and much more. Sweet, deep lyrics. Fine piano playing. Great surprise! I'm reminded of my sister, who always picked the best music, often ahead of me. I didn't pay enough attention to Dwight until after she was gone. If she were still here, I would tell her how right she was about him!

[@darrellcrowder4769]

What a treat this show is for Dwight's fans. It provides a unique view inside Dwight's thoughts, knowledge of country music history, and song composition, with the guidance from someone you would not think knows much about country, but she (Whoopie) does. Thanks for sharing this.

[@tracy6987]

glad you liked it!

[@chrisrizzo6624]

Seems like Dwight gets under estimated. He is more of a sensitive genius than he cares to reveal, a humble, intelligent dude.

[@Mark9743]

This is such a gift to me. I've remembered this episode of this show all this time and now I can watch it again! This show was too good to last long.

[@tracy6987]

Mark Istvanko... yeah it was a great episode for sure!

[@jeaniedelgado687]

Thank you for this!The first time I heard Dwight sing , I was hooked! home for your soul!

[@brasstacks7181]

Will always love Dwight! His voice is just so beautiful and the magnetism that this man has is comparable to Elvis. As if that isn't enough, he is also intelligent and humble. Whoopie did a great interview here!

[@FCook-bj2hc]

Thanks so much for uploading this absolutely wonderful episode!

[@ellestudio7182]

This is amazing. Dwight is as brilliant and articulate as he is talented. What a sexy son of a gun.

[@1brianchris]

Best clip I have ever seen of him period..........

[@colmcasey1794]

Now you know folks what it takes to be a legend.Just an unique voice and songwriting and a great piano player and off you go.Simple isn't it.NO ITS NOT. I loved this.

[@jeffshaw4039]

Wow this is great thanks for sharing.

[@lowellcalavera6045]

T.D., this is a gift to the world, man. Thanks for getting it out here for the rest of us.

[@tracy6987]

appreciate that!

[@gregoryknox4444]

Dewight is a well spoken man, a gentleman, and one heck of a writer/singer. I'm in BNA (Nashville) northeast in the foothills. Thanks for posting.

[@donnajohnson6948]

One very talented guy. My favourite.

[@eebeesud]

Thank you for sharing, really enjoyed watching Dwight. He seemed really relaxed and having fun.

[@tracy6987]

+ernie b definitely a cool laid-back interview. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrTeeye]

What a fantastic interview! I've always loved Dwight, have seen him probably 15 times over the years and he just never disappoints. He is smart, funny, and talented to no end. Thanks for posting this clip which I had never seen.

[@tracy6987]

glad I saved the tape for all these years and put it up here

[@alwayssme]

truly was a great interview, whoopie was totally interested, dwight awesome as ever, love that last song

[@JamesNickersonThePhotoShopGuru]

Whoopi is one of the finest interviewers that has come along in a very long time … and this interview with Dwight way back in ‘92 (more than 30 years ago) is one of the finest that I have seen in a very long time … Whoopi is awesome still to this day ….

[@mariaramirez2134]

Love how he sings ❤ i love this man, Dwight, handsom cowboy❤❤❤

[@jimhamilton_westernswing]

Thanks for adding this! Huge fan of Dwight, and this was a great gig for Whoopi...she was really good in this environment.

[@hartinone]

Simply wonderful post Thank you

[@tracy6987]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@janeferraz413]

Well now I've got chills n goosebumps all over.😍what a beautiful song. Great video to. Thanks. I didn't know whoopie ever had her own show. Cool!

[@patriciaamundson2036]

I loved Dwight Yoakam then and I still love him now XXXXXOOOO

[@majortwang]

Thanks for posting T.D. ~

[@wendymathews1030]

No one sings it like Dwight; love him!

[@jennymartick2641]

Always enjoy listening to dwight sing,act or just sharring his knowledge . thank you, very interesting

[@tracy6987]

You are welcome and thanks for the like and comment. I was just listening to Dwight's new bluegrass CD today. It is VERY good!

[@davidhumber4227]

I had almost forgotten that Whoopi wasn’t always as extreme as she is now. She took a HARD left since this interview…

[@anniesundene4047]

I could listen to him talk all day long!! As "they" say, he could read the phone book!! Thx for posting this gem...I've watched it several times & I'm sure there will be more!!

[@dennisbeilharz2683]

Dwight had the most unique sound I’ve heard love it!

[@ACharbonneau911]

What A voice. He has a mind that’s true

[@gone4good535]

Dwight is a genius. Phenomenal musician and actor

[@tonytotten2133]

Dwight is such an educated knowledgeable guy/artists Awsome thanks tony

[@louiserawle8999]

DWIGHT IS JUST RIDICULOUSLY HANDSOME...WOW. LOVE HIM

[@bobwhaley5497]

Day after this aired I went out and bought my first country album. Great episode. thanks

[@princesslaya104pz6]

i love it beautiful that you were willing to share it with us Dwight Yoakam's fans, god bless you Dwight and i are the same age me to born in 1956

[@bobmcguire8272]

Wow, Thanks T.D. I'm a big Dwight fan & have been to 2 of his tours here in Australia. He is not just a performer but as this clip[ shows a real musician who understands the music & he covers a lot genres with his distinctive sound. Thanks again

[@tracy6987]

thanks for the comment...glad you enjoyed the clip! Def a real musician and very knowledgeable as well

[@eyebo]

This is gold! Thanks for sharing!

[@revmo37]

Dwight is simply amazing ! I've seen him three times live here in Pittsburgh. I've been a huge fan since the first time I heard "Guitars, Cadillac's" Now pretty much any Dwight will do

[@jorgehernandez-di7ll]

This dude really has a voice I wish I could still see him performed..... very talented

[@girlwithattitude5529]

He is so amazing and so well rounded...i just love him... and still he remains humble....he always pays hommage to those who have impacted his life... such an attractive trait!

[@shannonzittlow8462]

Wow Whoopi was very at home and genuinely likeable what happened to her she changed as compared to the view bring back this Whoopi and it would be better than Ellen and love Dwight

[@LimitWHK]

I wonder if it is her choice to portray herself as she does on those shows

[@doriemckay6935]

The View is political and argumentive. Whoopi hasn't changed, music brings out our lighter optimistic side is all.

[@ingeniousmechanic]

Because the entertainment industry is controlled by communists

[@rosieday672]

I wondered if it was Dwight?He is amazing cute and so great!!

[@kayzbluegenes]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!! Love me some Dwight... I could listen to him forever!

[@MagnumOpusSRT]

Thank you for this video. Saw Dwight twice in concert, what a great experience to see him live.

[@tracy6987]

agreed! saw him in 93 and it was great!

[@jorgeac8454]

A true gem of a show, three talents. A real pleasure. Thank you so much for sharing it..!

[@seanwoodruff668]

Wow! I'm a huge fan of Dwight's but I didn't know he could sing like that! Knocked me on my ass!

[@thomasburke8548]

One of The Best & One of a kind that is Tops!! Never go out of style.

[@ashleighjaimaosborne3966]

Just discovered this man and his music. Thank you for sharing this. 😊🇨🇦

[@tracy6987]

make sure to check out his late 80s-early 90s ablums...they are the best!

[@jillmanders2927]

im so glad this has been preserved for all of humanity. its awesome

[@td4abb]

Jill Manders glad I kept the tape and then digitized it!

[@joyceconnolly1914]

Just love Dwight singing,their is nobody else can sing like Dwight Yoakman, their is no body sing anyone 's songs and make it his own.

[@tracy6987]

Glad you liked it!

[@chocodiledundee1]

Joyce Connolly you've said it gal , I looooooooove Dwight Yoakam so much , nobody has the whole package like he does , to me Dwight is the Bomb !

[@markrigsby2107]

Joyce Connolly Legendary!

[@horsehide3039]

Joyce Connolly, agree wholeheartedly. I and my whole family saw him in Tucson a few years ago, my God it was hot and he had his suit on and just played one after another, no breaks. Damn, he sounded like a juke box, no tricks just so squared away and professional. Most impressive.

[@LilianTully]

Love Dwight forever 🌹

[@7A7ER]

Love this. Thank you, thank you so much.

[@chrisrodriguez7366]

thank you for post I can listen to dwight's story's all day

[@tracy6987]

+Christian Rodriguez glad you enjoyed it...thanks for the comment.

[@franklinhu573]

he's a musical genius.

[@sweetpea0273]

A great video . Thank-you for sharing . I live in Miss. visited Memphis many times . An hour away . Love the self taught Dwight . Love listening to all his stories . Little brother Dwight could talk all day & night , I would be listening . My son Dan loved to talk like Dwight . Missing Dan always . ~~Ava~~ Love his singing @ 6/12 well all of his singing :)

[@tracy6987]

+Sweetpea027 glad you liked it. I appreciate your comment!

[@staxmantim]

+Sweetpea027 I'm a Mississippi boy myself & other than Dwight, my favorite artists mostly recorded in Memphis (especially Stax). What an awesome piano player here! Love his touch.

[@bethargus5775]

Thank you so much for sharing this tape! I really enjoyed it! I had no idea that Whoopi goldberg had a show back then! It's awesome for sure!

[@dianechicarelli8605]

Thank you, T. D. for sharing this. I enjoyed very much.

[@tracy6987]

thanks for the comment! glad you enjoyed it

[@TerryLivelyInk]

I can't stop watching this. Dwight's voice...and his chemistry with this pianist...Such a beautiful song at the end...32 people giving it a thumbs down...out of 1.3K thumbs up. Who are these 32 assholes?

[@michellejosephinerui]

amazing man so humble and wise

[@theravenisblack53]

This is just excellent - agree with many of the comments below. Musical genius, musicologist - captivating - the whole package - original - professional musician with knowledge and soul - he is absolutely one of a kind, what a voice and presence. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@Morten_Nielsen1979]

Dwight's voice has never sounded better than this.

[@josephinekepel1303]

One word GRAND

[@janetramos9837]

BEAUTUFUL. 💕💖

[@cinemacodey]

Love, love, love this interview. I’ve been obsessed with Dwight for a while ever since I’ve seen Sling Blade. I know him more from his acting then music but I definitely appreciate his musical talent.

[@kl164p]

Love Dwight. live or otherwise and thanks for sharing this. I had no idea whoopie was a Dwight fan

[@tracy6987]

glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment