Toots Thielemans - Smile - Toots 90 21-10-12 HD

Optreden van Toots in het kader van zijn negentigste verjaardag. Begeleid door Kenny Werner achter de vleugel, Hein van de Geyn op bas en Hans van Oosterhout op drums. Gespot op 21 oktober 2012.

[@johnarmitage4872]

You'll never hear a more beautiful version of this song and it's being played by a ninety year old man in a wheelchair.

[@michaelacquah-allotey1615]

Have you heard Michael Jackson’s version?

[@gerbenschenk1637]

@@michaelacquah-allotey1615 That one is beautiful as well

[@michaelacquah-allotey1615]

@@davidcadwallader434 ohhhh I do know Nat King Cole’s version! I just loved the arrangement on Michael’s own better, makes use of the orchestra aspect of Nat’s arrangement as well as more modern instruments.

[@Pat2310Lg]

A maï Toots ! Gij zijt weg ... maar in mijn hart zijt gij voor altijd daar ! Dank U man, gij hebt ons muziek gegeven maar vooral een les over wat mensheid betekent ! Chapeau Monsieur !

[@BillSU77]

I just lost my dog today - I had to put her down. She was such a good girl and then I listened to Toots and I started to cry because it was so hard and I miss her already. Thank you Toots.

[@zazziemo1]

This man has so much heart in his performance everytime i hear him play this song i shed a 😢

[@svenjansen2134]

Same here.

[@stedebassett1523]

Nobody could improvise like TOOTS. The passion of his playing brings joy and happiness to all.

[@svenjansen2134]

He's the greatest. How he solos is straight from the source the heart the soul I don't know. But he can touch you on a very deep level.

[@oldgriff2649]

His body may have passed but his music will live for ever..

[@Gxyz222]

There ain't a lot of people out there that still perform at 90+ years of age and still have enough wind in his lungs to play a physically demanding instrument such as the harmonica. What a strong old man he is, and one of the greatest instrumentalist of all time!

[@jazz4asahel]

He loved us with his gift of music. So we love him back. RIP as we continue to listen, Toots.

[@rifelaw]

Bloody incomparable. He would have hit the century mark last April.

[@mikegross6107]

Thank God for KZbin, CD/DVD's, tape recordings etc. to allow musicians such as Toots Thielemans never to die but to live on for future lovers of good music!

[@coldwinter5710]

Amen to that!

[@nilsnilsson8582]

Agree totally!

[@tonietoney5917]

Well said Mr. Gross. I'm 83 and in relatively good shape. I admit that music like this has a great deal to do with how healthy I am at this time in my life. Stress is so rough on we humans and what better way to find relief than the music performed by Toots and others with similar class and style.

[@johnbrackett5818]

The best harmonica player these ears have ever heard.

[@rawmark]

John Brackett Yes, he's truly an extraordinary harp player. He. Tommy Reilly, and Larry Adler, who are both no longer with us, are my two second favourites of all times. Toots, of course, is number one.

[@samuikissthesky155]

The planet

[@giovanna722]

Sonny Boy Williamson.

[@basnicovic]

THIS SONG MAKES YOU CRY WHEN IT SAYS SMILE ...

[@wolfgangscorpio4125]

Holy freaking schmokes! 90 at the time of this recording. Looking ragged, featuring all the facial signs of old age, BUT THE MIND and the MUSICAL SENSITIVITY -- I would happily die at that proud age of 94 (this past Sunday) if that were the last notes in my brain before ............................

[@MrJevebe]

R.I.P. Toots As I am sure you will; you brightened so many lifes Thanks

[@djamelattouchail2233]

Bravo monsieur

[@marcelopadre5421]

I would have tears for each note you played! Be in peace! The universe also deserves your presence! Thank you so much!

[@philsarkol341]

kippenvel...goosebumps...master Toots..thx..

[@SuperCarver2011]

Age hasn't changed his creative genius on the chromatic harmonica. He is undoubtedly the greatest harmonica player the world has ever known, especially in the jazz field.

[@murraycharters6102]

@DeGrate-bb5bovery subjective. I would not rule out Larry Adler, as a harmonica player myself I thought Larry was a genius.

[@murraycharters6102]

Also , how could one rule out Stevie Wonder.

[@bernhardjanssen9284]

Wat een groot gemis is deze Toots Tielemans moge zijn mooie mondharmonica muziek voor altijd bij ons blijven

[@mandelaspirit541]

Respect à la mémoire de cet immense talent qui jouera jusqu’à 90 ans, et de valide à chaise roulante, la musique se vit, être la musique malgré tout, merci Monsieur Thielemans de me faire rêver avec votre harmonica 💖💖💖

[@Bellavanrijn]

rust in vrede en bedankt voor de muziek

[@arnoldtheunissen7570]

wat kon hij mooi de mondharmonica spelen , het leven zat in zijn muziek . we missen hem nog elke dag ,gelukkig hebben we zijn muziek . Smile als het even elke dag ,het hoort bij het leven ,Toots had die uitdrukking gewoon op gezicht .

[@Hans-JrgenLundsgaardSrensen]

Thanks-for the wonderfull music Toots

[@Serch432]

Éste Caballero fué un gran músico. En esta melodía trasmite una gran Tristeza. Un gran abrazo dónde esté. Me recuerda a mi Padre Terrenal. Hasta muy pronto.

[@marcelladetreville5364]

my bleeding heart is grinning from ear to ear Toots, thank you

[@jazztemple2]

Marcela, beautifully stated.

[@fransjansen2416]

een van de grootste muzikanten van de 20e eeuw volgens mij de grootste wat een verlies met zijn overlijden R.I.P

[@janetremsing6988]

👍🙂Toots was a total LEGEND!!!!! R.I.P. 😢 "Hauntingly beautiful".

[@nancymt6301]

This is the most moving version I have ever heard and has always been one of my favorite songs. Toots brought tears to my eyes as I smiled. What a gifted artist!

[@solangevoiry19]

Gracias a nuestro Grande Toots !!! Un chico que nació hace más de 90 años en el barrio más pobre de Bruselas, y nunca olvidó sus orígenes ! Hoy, este 29 de abril 2022, se festejó el 100³ aniversario de su nacimiento... Sonríe siempre entre las estrellas, el "Ketje" de Bruselas 💖✨✨🕊✨✨💖 Letra en español (Autor : Charles Chaplin) " Sonríe, aunque tu corazón te duela Sonríe, aunque esté roto Cuando hay nubes en el cielo Tú lo arreglarás Si sonríes a través de tu miedo y dolor Sonríe y tal vez mañana Verás el Sol brillando por ti Iluminando por tu rostro de alegría Oculta cada muestra de tristeza Aunque una lágrima esté cerca Ese es el momento en el que debes seguir intentando Sonríe, ¿para qué sirve llorar? Encontrarás que la vida aún vale la pena Si tan solo sonríes Ese es el momento en el que debes seguir intentando Sonríe, ¿para qué sirve llorar? Encontrarás que la vida aún vale la pena Si tan solo sonríes...! "

[@BillSU77]

How beautiful and emotional. A genius on the harmonica and wonderful orchestral backup. I had the chance to see Toots and his quartet live in Hartford, Ct years ago - Amazing!

[@alexiajanssen2460]

if you smile through your fear and sorrow, smile and maybe tomorrow... you'll see the sun come shining trhough... for you. R.I.P Toots! wereldster!

[@bostonpiano]

beautiful

[@alexiajanssen2460]

+Steven Higgs he was just awesome... and as a 16 year old Belgian girl, Im proud to say that I loved his music.

[@bostonpiano]

you're an old soul then, glad you appreciate his music. I posted several of my favorite clips on my Facebook page. His contribution to the film score of John Williams' "The Sugarland Express," Billy Joel's song "Leave a Tender Moment Alone" and to the TV show "Sesame Street" -- all etched in my ears for decades. Hugs, Alexia, we lost a legend today :-(

[@bostonpiano]

alexia Janssen do you sing or play an instrument?

[@alexiajanssen2460]

+Steven Higgs I sing but Im far from a profesional haha

[@michelvidal7666]

Thank you Mr. Thielemans for making us dream so much during all these years ...

[@SuperCarver2011]

"Smile though your heart is aching Smile even though it's breaking When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by If you smile through your fear and sorrow Smile and maybe tomorrow You'll see the sun come shining through for you" Great melancholy melody...and Toots will always be the greatest on the mouth harp.

[@abs117a]

I adore this gentleman's artistry...so blessed to still have these prescious videos of his amazing performances.

[@DavidNorden]

We miss you already

[@tpthai2]

RIP Toots. You have brought so much joy.

[@JorgeVergaraV.]

Una de las más bellas canciones que yo haya escuchado; que excelente creación de Charles Chaplin y maravillosa interpretación de Toots Thielemans, con Kenny Werner en teclados - Saludos!

[@cheryl3anne3jesse3]

I have always loved this song. Beautifully done !!!!

[@1mespud]

We have all just witness what is true greatness. Thank you Mr. Thielemans for doing your part to help save and tame mankind with your gift and talent. It's artists such as yourself in which the reasons I can put up and tolerate the crappy moments life has to offer. Everyone be careful out there...

[@tonietoney5917]

Great comment because of its stark truth.

[@susancrawford9726]

Elegant. Haunting. Masterful cover of a great standard. Play on, Toots, in that great jazz club across the universe.

[@annacottage4536]

One could listen to this forever, close your eyes ad dream and hear such beauty within. Many thanks for doing this. Anna

[@piteroh1117]

He lived always in my heart. Your music is forever in the world. I.m missing you and i love.

[@salexand96]

Magnificent! So, so soothing and relaxing. Toots, your gift is truly from God the creator. What a talent.

[@alfredoredondo-harmonicalf2039]

Lo mejor en el mundo de la armónica, sus notas son mágicas. Perfección , sensibilidad, una gran comunicación con su público. ¡¡ Siempre Toots !!

[@LuizCarlosBig1]

Rest in peace, master ;,(

[@Zeppolino100]

My childhood friend, the great Jaco Pastorius, truly loved Toots Thieleman. It is thanks to the younger man that I know what a great musician the older one was.

[@paulpearce1161]

An absolute harmonica genius.Nothing but the best.

[@fransjansen2416]

heb als jochie van 10 in de studio in bussum bij hem op schoot gezeten teidens opnames met pi scheffer en mijn neef drummer cor van den berg een geweldige ervaring. r.i.p toots.

[@annamariadienes1024]

Thank you! So beautiful ,timeless ...

[@washhees]

It was great having him 'TOOTS' as a friend...I will miss him....R.I.P.

[@stefanevensson6818]

V.I.F Toots! Tacka för alla toner du gav oss.....

[@20gilbert20]

Thank you for this stunning music. I have been enjoying Toots since the 60's, and feel that his playing only improves with time. This song can be very emotional if played right, and toots totally delivers the goods. There will never be another like him.

[@jennifer86010]

There are some people in this world who are "one of a kind" types. Toots Thielemans was one of those unique people. He was the best and the only. A legend for over half a century. He played on every great movie score, and every great album. I asked him once after a gig, if he ever 'retired' would there be another harmonica player coming up to fill in for him? He mentioned a couple of young players he knew. This made me feel good and bad at the same time, since no one could fill his shoes, yet after he's gone, there was someone continuing in his footsteps.

[@sheaclarkson73]

Well Say TOOTS You are AMAZING!!!

[@motorsusi]

vor 2 jahren habe ich hier ein Kommentar hinterlassen das mir bei der Musik die tränen kommen , und heute ist es immer noch ..

[@durkpostma6637]

Magnifieke speler ,de beste muziek die ik heb gehoord. Het dwingt je bijna tot bezinning over heel veel dingen

[@lindadann9202]

What could possibly be a way for the soul to sing than the harmonica? And no one could do it better.

[@andysmith6156]

Kenny paints such a beautiful background for Toots to play over. Just gorgeous.

[@leopoldotroconis8500]

TOOTS THIELEMAN, (R.I.P.) DESDE CARACAS, VENEZUELA. GRACIAS POR TU ENCANTO Y TU MARAVILLOSA MUSICA. ALLA EN EL MAS ALLA ESTARA DIOSTODOPODEROSO Y LOS ANGELES DISFRUTANDO DE TUS MELODIAS. BYE...

[@justinronberg4936]

So beautiful Toots Harmonica playing

[@ScialomRoland]

This music makes me feel angels surrounding him. Today, he is already playing with them in the hights. I hope to join him there, one day.

[@motorsusi]

das ist Musik wo mir die Tränen laufen, wunderschön kann gute Musik sein

[@choclinda]

Magnificent. Beautiful song Smile. Always makes me cry.

[@jnjdupont2012]

Groots-mooi en voor altijd een grootmeester in de muziek.

[@PianistdjDe]

My Idol, you gave me so much. Love forever!

[@jordisebastia6670]

Que grande ya quedan muy pocos como el por suerte queda su excelente carrera para generaciones venideras

[@francescocravin3273]

dear Toots...................you made me cry.................

[@bobwinley3635]

Me too.

[@jimnewfl]

A musical genius the likes of the world may never see again.

[@stephenboyer8883]

touched by toot's music always.

[@AnmaSchneider]

R.I.P., Toots. Thanks for your music and your sincerity. Have a good jam with your friends over there and play for us...

[@1954phialin]

Will never ever get tired of listening to you TOOTS --NEVER. I will play you all day and it is enough for me. I love you Toots.

[@fransjansen7809]

mij neef cor van de berg is drummer geweest,en heeft met pi schefferzamen met tootstielemans opnames gemaakt in de studio voor de radio inde 50er jaren ben daar als jochie van 10-11 jaar bij geweest wat een lieve man was toots nog bedankt.

[@richardsilkes5944]

His music will live forever. I have already passed along my love for Toots Thielemans and his music to my daughter. Thank you, Toots. Rest in peace.

[@TCJAZZ-MUSIC]

Love you Toots ....... Your music will live on forever my brother .... RIP my beautiful friend ....

[@MegazoneMusic23]

When It comes to Harmonica players, my favorites are 1. TOOTS, 2. Stevie Wonder 3.Philip Achille Depending on my mood ;) God Bless you Toots! 92 Years and still touching my heart in many ways ever since the first time I hear you play as a little child in the late 70's. Words fail me.. I just cant describe what happens to me when Toots plays. All I can say is... PURE EMOTION

[@giancarlocedri6501]

Toots

[@nilsnilsson8582]

Thank you Mr Thielemans for all the music and joy you gave this planet, and now The heavens can listen to the music also. RIP God Bless

[@flowerpot3855]

I knew I would cry if I played this video. But I did it anyway. RIP Toots. Yes, tears.

[@hmlarrain]

Un genio de la armónica interpretando "Smile", una composición de un genio de la comedia y de la música.

[@djsword2996]

It made me cry. Can't believe how beautiful that is. May I grow old and be able to share the love that this man is sharing with his instrument.

[@evabodenstein3575]

Eine Musik, die einem die Tränen in die Augen treibt. Ich kannte Toots vorher nicht und bin froh, ihn - wenn auch posthum - kennenlernen zu dürfen. 93 Jahre - ein begnadetes Alter! Seine Musik bleibt und klingt nach...

[@anthonyharris5135]

Not cryin' .....but bawling. Absolutely beautiful. ❤️

[@markkise351]

I'm a seventy year old man and he makes me cry

[@laraoneal7284]

Thank you so much for uploading these beautiful talented musicians. Such peace being communicated. Bellisimo.

[@bix.beiderbecke]

Je savais que tu allais nous quitter un jour... merci pour toutes ces belles et inoubliables vibrations...

[@giovanna722]

Lovely pianist. What a gorgeous rendition.

[@sophii7885]

Wow... what genius... I have enjoyed your music for many years Toots! Thank you... No words to describe your contributions...

[@dianastanoeff5384]

smile and stay...for ever

[@frankatcheson5019]

He has played for so many movie themes, if there is a harmonica in the background, it is TooTs!

[@philpryor7524]

Smile, yet we will likely cry, at this superb performance of a sweet song.

[@arnoldtheunissen7570]

om nooit te vergeten , Toost love the harmonica

[@ameliahall8784]

My daddy in heaven and I love this song "Smile" ♥

[@sissiecat1]

R.I.P Toots , Your music will continue !!

[@ianthewonderful]

This is what life is all about. Thank you so much

[@laurakolb]

miss your beautiful voice in music ...........

[@PianistdjDe]

my one and only idol, he's simply the best, i adore him!

[@deenne-delphinenerot2360]

Très très émouvant de le voir dans son fauteuil sur scène...............

[@peterlyonshall]

Thank you, you always made us smile. . .

[@naturezaevida6215]

Um grande exemplo, para os que desejam aprender a dominar a arte de tocar harmônicas. Não existe idade para aprender, se a pessoa tem vontade de se dedicar. Esse senhor dedicou a sua vida na arte de tocar, deixando bum grande legado, para os apreciadores da arte de tocar gaitas.

[@tedjohnsrude]

Speechless I am. Perfection. Makes me cry

[@thomasbasler8112]

Greatest musician and harmonica player ever! Great soul in his musicianship!

[@TheJerryBill]

I have a beautiful chromatic harmonica. I probably should give it away after listening to this. Such and incredible performance. I've been listening to him for many decades and he sounds just as good as he did when I first heard him play. This song fits his skills very well and is quite enjoyable to hear. Loved this performance.

[@cliffsaj]

I will never forget you master...never!!