Where Have All The Flowers Gone (Pete Seeger Tribute) - Joan Baez - 1994 Kennedy Center Honors

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[@bryandale2318]

Many people sing this song, but look at Joan's eyes, she believes every word she's singing. Real honesty, thank you Joan Baez.

[@myhoneybee]

Bravo!💕🙏😍🌷🏵💐🌹👏🌸🎉💯

[@pozegausaill]

Amen !

[@larryshroyer3863]

Aho.

[@johndeankaris4674]

I was taught this song in 1969 during my primary scouting days. I don't know why but I still remember all the words in the song!!

[@edjacobs6897]

Listen to Marlene Dietrich, she is as passionate, if you want "eyes" look into hers

[@rachelled6763]

Of all the folk singers of Joan's generation, her voice is the one that is the most extraordinary - to me anyway. Such an important song. Thank you to Pete Seeger for for the unforgettable lyrics 'when will we ever learn?'

[@isabellegaucheronperol7202]

All my young time ago.....

[@patriciaherlevi6217]

I agree. She has a wide vocal range and she colors her words with emotions.

[@claudinedelarche8978]

😢😢😢

[@moryan6447]

I think Pete was on the verge of tears as he listened to Joan...and who wasn’t.

[@jansorensen3026]

A beautiful song with a message. Never forget how destructive war is. As Toynbee said, "The only thing man learns from history, is that we never learn from history."

[@user-sp6fr2zc4o]

Ніколи знову....але чомусь, кров проливається

[@MMM-dq9jj14up]

@@user-sp6fr2zc4o Well, yes, If we could read Curly-Wurly, we'd know what you've just said.

[@copperpenny7223]

Her vocals and her guitar playing is flawness. Her heart and Spirit are like no other.

[@laddieokelley6095]

It is impossible for me to say how much I admire the mature Joan Baez--the best performer of my generation.

[@gsf67]

God bless, Pete Seeger and Joan Baez, they have remained true to their ideals and principles.

[@benjaminrush4443]

Not a better Tribute Singer for Pete Seeger. Joan Baez has such a wonderful voice. Thanks.

[@seanmorgan1460]

She really sang her Heart out here. Showing her genuine Love and Admiration for her Folk Mentor, Pete Seeger.

[@tobys9444]

So beautiful in these dark times! 😍

[@MrA1582000]

Moves me to tears. The strength of song to move us to a better purpose and a better world. Joan Baez makes the world a better place.

[@johnnyjensen6067]

I can't ever say enough about that voice. She will always move me.

[@route6295]

...you're not alone

[@rozinajeffreys9349]

When? We'll never learn! That was my era. Joan Baez Janice Joblin Jimmy Hendrix Bob Dylan. The Rose 🌹

[@homlehomer8205]

Same here and damn she has aged very well .

[@johnnyjensen6067]

@@homlehomer8205 Yes, she has aged well. She will be 80 on January 09. Same birthday as my late fathers. Cheers!

[@mariagoulart8241]

Maravilhosa em tudo, a começar na pessoa e na voz, a letra. Obrigada, Joan Baez!🌹

[@rolphwartieda2707]

There MUST always be that someone who calls us to ponder about society .. the good and the bad,.. ONE

[@aspicalagopi3476]

Listening to Ms Joan and the song again during the pandemic lock down and brought tears to my eyes.

[@michaelcolloton6971]

A lot of people, including me, forget what a beautiful vice Joan has had for, what, 50 years?. I was always more of a Judy Collins fan, but nobody could sing like Joan. She will sing forever.

[@arajoaina]

Where is Kennedy awards for Joan Baez!? Never mind that; she deserves Nobel peace prize!

[@DAS1962]

I suspect no White House has had the guts ...

[@jeanneobrien7381]

she deserves to be honored for all her work on activities alone but won't be because of her politics

[@fishinghuntingfool]

No Obama got that one! For drone stricks ! What a country 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@franciscoyle3066]

@@fishinghuntingfool Obama had Pete Seeger leading the musical entertainment at his inauguration. Here she also pays tribute to Pete, two of a kind

[@anymaria6649]

Maravilloso!

[@robertwheeler9542]

I see many “nam” song videos but none have this song, the others are good this one is what we never learn.

[@lynby6231]

Have you ever heard “When the tigers break free” by Pink Floyd? Now there’s an anti war song for you

[@AlfieBucks]

The voice of an angel. So beautiful.

[@ronkirk5099]

Meantime, so many wars later, this song still resonates the same today as it did in the 60's. -a Vietnam vet against the war.

[@AvePalanthe]

Her voice is more beautiful than ever. I first heard her as a child, some vinyls from my late father. Now listening again, with my own little children. Love and peace to you, my friend ☮️❤️

[@silkel.7587]

It was the first English music I ever listened to I was 6 or 7 and had no idea what she was singing about but I loved her voice from the first minute

[@user-br9xm7xw2i]

😊

[@hubdormans5709]

She still can make me crying with her beautiful voice and guitar playing!Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@hubdormans5709]

Thanks,I’m fine,66now.People in the world should more listen to this beautiful singers and musicians and wise words instead fighting and hating other people.But anyway thanks for your kind reaction and the best wishes for you and your deer ones!Greetings also!

[@anitanash7777]

Absolutely!❤️😢 ... Greetings from NSW Australia 🇦🇺

[@martina53tt]

Crying, greeting from a lady from Holland living in Switzerland. I was in Israel, in an kibbutz, lotsvif years ago and Joan was giving an concert, but I had no money for an ticket, I still regret that it was not possible for me to go.

[@christinamueller5680]

@@martina53tt Crying and being grateful for her force. She is standing with Ukraine. In this world of turmoil I will play one of her songs to be able to sleep again.

[@adelheidvandewynkele42]

Greetings from Belgium!

[@Sherrie275]

Forever young in spirit and beauty. Pete is missed for all that he was, but his accomplishments did not go unrecognized or unappreciated. He was certainly amongst the top pioneers of the American songwriters of our time. Much thanks!

[@idamak5331]

Years passed, Joan's voice still very soft and nice. Her singing still very touching and very very nice, Excellent!

[@vijithellepola2298]

Her voice is getting younger(sweeter)everyday . God bless her

[@gaynorroberts8201]

A voice from the heavens

[@enriquesanchez5722]

Great song, great singer, great woman!!! And Pete Seeger, the voice of the people.

[@kevincrowley6991]

For Ukraine in 2023 as relevant now as ever timeless song and timeless lyrics from Pete brilliant Joan

[@AMentorway4u]

She feels every word, every chord. Wow

[@unclefester9113]

Joan - has an unmatched voice. I hope that she sings for another 80 years.

[@blucheer8743]

Joan has more class in her little finger than the rest that came after her could muster altogether… conscience of a Saint voice of an Angel!!

[@jamesunsworth6865]

Joan, you have been an indefatigable worker for peace and justice since the 60s , blessed with a voice like an angel, . You have freely given your God Given talent, to world.

[@coffeegirl6854]

Pete Seeger. A legacy in himself.♥️ His music and love he shared and inspired in others. This song was the first Pete Seeger song I taught myself to play. Thank you for sharing this video of Joan Baez performing this eye opening song♥️

[@mehmetertum6]

One of the best anti-war songs ever ...

[@tubl_0431]

One of the best songs ever ;)

[@williamreilly3172]

We have a war on our hands now...#UNsilentSpring...

[@ziv_tendoora]

Take your time and listen to Marlene Dietrich's version, who had experienced both world wars. The 2nd at the front lines, entertaining GIs for morale purposes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oafIoKKNotakqJo

[@secretagent86]

@@ziv_tendoora i listened to it. definitely has some emotion, but almost shouting parts in a militaristic style. good in her own way but no Joan

[@thomassyverson7561]

Beautiful song from a master singer. And this from a conservative veteran. Long may you live Ms Baez!!

[@mattdelahaij8872]

Joan is the never ending inspiration for every new generation. Great!

[@ArchFundy]

Where have all the folk singers gone? Gawd I miss this kind of music.

[@GregHarland1]

Joan is such a class act. She's an enduring beautiful gift to the world

[@isabellepinarel]

Irremplaçable. Sa voix, un Ange . Un cadeau poir l'humanité. Merci Joan Baez. 🐞🙏🍀🌞🗽🇺🇸😻

[@MSYNGWIE12]

If there are angels, Joan learned how to sing like they surely do....I feel such joy and privilege to have lived through there songs, their civil rights work! Everybody SING! Namaste Joan, love you always and Pete...a man of pure light and grace...Your music will always fill my life- so many songs, so many miles...R.I.P.

[@christoels8110]

What a tribute from one star to another! Great rendition. Thanks Joan!

[@lucasflanders8557]

One of the best songs ever written sung by one of the greatest singers of our time.

[@PHun_UK]

Love this song, and no better person to sing it, she always sings like she is feeling every word, great artist

[@audiophile64]

Beautiful,incredible,ethereal her voice is still and always magic.

[@joannescholes3742]

I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED JOAN BAEZ SINGING....SINCE 1963. ... in high school... I STILL LOVE HER VOICE AND HER MUSIC ALL THESE YEARS LATER...❣️❤️🌹🙏👏.... GOD BLESS JOAN BAEZ🙏 I WENT TO HER TWO CONCERTS HERE IN HOUSTON MANY YEARS AGO. WOW❣️👏 THANK YOU JOAN BAEZ👏🙏💕

[@mattlow9056]

Hi Gorgeous..

[@mattlow9056]

How are you doing? Hope you are fine and staying safe over there?

[@TimCiccarelli-gp7kr]

Like always, her voice is from a huge heart. Angel's sing like Miss Baez.

[@davidbeckett7648]

One of my greatest singers love you Joan Baez one of the all time greats not many of us left.

[@Farawaysoclose]

Wish we have a time machine this is music thanks Mr PETE SEEGER-----JOAN BAEZ 1994------you will always be on our mind----------greetings from England

[@Chatten93]

Wish there was a "love button" for this. Awesome.

[@williamreilly3172]

💚🌈☮

[@johanlourens723]

Joan can take any song and make it her own!

[@ebrahimhaji834]

I lost my younger son at the age of 20 , when I hear this song I cry

[@patriciaryan2134]

Ah my heart goes out to you. Xxx

[@rhondabothelio7238]

So sorry for your Loss, peace be with you 🥀

[@GlobalGreekWorld]

The worst thing that can happen to any parent... stay strong

[@franceskane1151]

I am so sorry for your loss lreland

[@judythompson5253]

The look on his face. Incredible.

[@DrJohn-rl9zg]

A decade ago I was on a cross country bicycle tour. I was in Greenville, SC waiting for a train. It was about 2am, and I was talking too another man. He was an artist who showed in NYC, and he described where he lived - not far from the Appalachian Trial, which I had thru hiked a few times. I asked him if he lived near Pete Seeger. He told me that he was his neighbor. He also told me that Toshi, Pete's wife, had just passed. Half a year later, I am in a hostel in Harpers Ferry, WV, an hour by train from DC. There is a young Japanese American woman there. She just graduated college and took a job with the Smithsonian. Her first assignment? A display honoring Pete, who she told me just passed. I've marched with Joan, sung many of Pete's songs around the campfire. People like those two helped put meaning to my life. (Edit) I just tried singing this a few minutes ago. I am in a tent in the middle of the desert, all alone, on another bicycle tour. I couldn't finish the last verse. I have hiked over 26,000 miles. On the long trails I have met many veterans trying to walk off their PTSD. They open up to me because I am a vet. But I enlisted shortly after Vietnam. I grew up listening to body counts on the radio every morning, and hoping that one of them wasn't my cousin, or the brother of one of my friends. So I enlisted to do my time before the next war. I was in essence a draft dodger. So while I was in, most everyone that out ranked me was in Nam. But even though they were hurting, they held it all in. But times are changing. Vets are starting to open up, but mostly to other enlisted vets. They are hurting. And some I have met I fear will join the all to many who have killed themselves. You see, it is not so much battle fatigue that takes the lives of our vets, but the fact that they cannot cope with the fact that they killed someone. All I am saying, is give peace a chance.

[@nicolavivarelli4127]

Wonderful version and fantastic voice! Thanks Joan

[@752brickie]

I absolutely love your talent and voice ! You are a true National Treasure. Love you girl !!!

[@recoveringsoul755]

My mother loved this artist. I only wish I had played some of Joan's songs as my mother was fading away. I am still in shock. But this brings some comfort. Thank you.

[@alexanderverdan7098]

Joan voice clear,and pure message

[@joanbaez3030]

Thanks for your love and constant supports has brought me this far. Keep Supporting me ❤️❤️❤️ Please send me a email via [e-mail]

[@oguztoprak9721]

I listened her in a live concert. It was just 34 years ago. She gave a concert at a historical ancient Greek openair theatre in ancient city of Ephesus, Izmir/TÜRKIYE in 1988. I can't find a word how to explain about her performance and the ambiance of the place. Gorgeous, marvelous, fantastic, divine... Later, next year in 1989 same place she was here and gave a concert again and i was There again for sure ! I'm from Izmir, and we Izmirians are very lucky indeed.

[@stoffls]

This wonderful voice and this wonderful honoring of Pete Seeger. This brought tears into my eyes, so beautiful!

[@garywilson3308]

As soon as she sang the first words, you could tell she is class!

[@orestemanno9478]

Joanie, you're fantastic! I wish you the most success in the business! I predict you'll never fade away in the business of singing! God bless! Vince Manno

[@bionade2962006]

And i was 15 or 16 years old when i went to the first and only Pete Seeger concert in Portugal at the Culiseu dos recreios in Lisbon. That was an unforgettable concert evening, also because Pete had the legendary José Afonso as his special guest. I remember that i felt very importante to be in that concert, somehow i new that i was leaving something historical . Those man were " la creme de la creme" of our specie, they left us a legacy of good human values throughout there songs that revealed there concern and struggle for Freedom, Peace, Human Rights and Justice! Thanks Pete,Thanks Joan and all of you artists who never became milliners for singing Peace, but had given the Peoples of this world the Hope and strength to keep on fighting for this same rights. PEACE.

[@eileenmurphy5201]

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[@martinaeberharter2520]

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[@katrinwheeler4130]

In the 70th I joined also concerts with Pete seeger and Jose afonso in Berlin. What a gift to have memory of that and them. Great musicians and political souls💖👍

[@omeeden6763]

One of my greatest inspirations, Joan Baez, during my guitar learning days!

[@joejohnson6321]

He was no doubt one of the greatest humans that ever lived.

[@mariapikova9643]

Joan for ever!!! I loved her voice and beautiful songs since I'm a kid! My dad makes me discover this great artist: there's no artists like her: we miss artists like Joan Baez, la madone des pauvres...

[@geo2301able]

Great version...but check out the Polish siger Slawa Pryblinska (sp?) For a wonderful filled-with- emotion version!

[@bernarddickson8779]

maria pikova my father,exactly the same Maria,they were well ahead of their times,a gorgeous voice

[@bernarddickson8779]

Just like my father,well ahead of his time,she is real

[@laizaerilla9388]

Joan is still the best female.country singer

[@ivangrbin2957]

Heavenly voice. Happy birthday Joan. God bless

[@ivorgaber]

What an awesome voice, what a beautiful tribute from one musical giant to another.

[@nicolavivarelli4127]

Great tribute! This is a great song and Joan is simply perfect in this performance. Her voice is magic:thanks!

[@davidwhitehouse7719]

simplicity is everything a song that means everything to me

[@stevetassie1207]

just a beautifull lady and a beautifull voice , even in 2021 she sings and looks beautifull , god bless her

[@waynesobolik7279]

A timeless classic by a beautiful lady

[@adriansouthgate6118]

The voice if a angel and the looks of a superstar ,lovely lady

[@drnkimura9035]

STOP WAR!! NOW!

[@lanslay7342]

Absolutely beautiful and very beautifully done!!❤️👏✝️👍✝️✝️🌹🌹🌹🇱🇷🇱🇷💗🇺🇸

[@patearly9492]

Precious interaction between Joan and Pete. God bless everyone from Patrick

[@057510091]

Dear Joan Baez! Your performance of this miraculous song is immense from the land of the mighty. The perfect result reads when a thrilling encounter is created between a true and angelic diva like you who has a divine voice with an absolutely amazing song, and decides to give him a supreme soul. Absolutely the world champion!

[@janicebirch7522]

Joan Baez, such a pure voice, singing this beautiful song by Pete Seeger. As we remember the young men in uniform and women, all of them on this Special Day of Remembrance. We know where all the flowers are gone and indeed,,we ask, when will we ever learn.💐 Lest we forget..

[@gregnorth6413]

Janice, so very true.

[@Mike-bk8xo]

I was lisining to your music since I was 4 and still loving it. At 65 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@justinedcunha5520]

She's my favourite singer. Love to hear her.

[@drRoth-uy4sv]

Great rendition of one of my most favorite songs.

[@MrKjc105]

Even better with age timeless we are so lucky to have these recordings here at 4am being comforted

[@Sunshine-do3yv]

This song ....Joan singing....will always put a lump in my throat...... straight to the heart ❤️‍🩹💔🩵💚🧡❤️💙💜🌻🌻🌻🪶🪽one of the first songs I learned to play on the guitar 🎵🎵✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️thank you Joan for this beauty🌹🌹🪻🪻🪻🪻🌷🌺💐💐🌼🌼🌻🏵️🌺🎼🎶🎵🎼☮️☮️🕉️☯️

[@rbernard6685]

We had entered a small Church in the E. Village after a Nam protest in N.Y.C. and in the center of that sacred site stood Joan Baez and Country Joe singing anti war songs. That was in the mid 50's and still etched in my brain. I have on numerous occasions sent in requests to The Kennedy Center asking for their recognition of this National Treasure. Finally ....

[@pennyeinmo701]

How can you keep the welling of your chest from exploding with emotions while listening to the power expressed by Joan Baez as she shares every morsel with each of us. STOP!! Don't listen just once, but play it again and again. Satisfy your soul.....

[@mattlow9056]

Hi there..

[@mattlow9056]

How are you doing? Hope you are fine and staying safe over there?

[@nigelhamilton815]

Still resonates even now. When will we ever learn?

[@flatonia]

He was obviously very moved. The part Joan sings acapella is evidence of her GIFT.

[@jotge.3444]

She sings it so beautifully.

[@mylenelucas1476]

Thank you for sharing your gift of music and standing up for what you believe in with peace ..not violence Thank you so much My father loved your music this is a first I have heard it in years..

[@j.paulconnolly4457]

I first heard Pete in the late 1950s his words had meaning and loved him ever since.

[@katrinwheeler4130]

Pete seeger and Joan baez : my heroes since many years. I grew up with their music and thoughts. Thanks for this reminder ❤️

[@mattlow9056]

Hi there..

[@mattlow9056]

How are you doing? Hope you are fine and staying safe over there?

[@flautalee3090]

Gorgeous voice and excellent musician.

[@jondoes8222]

Im happy she sang the lyrics "When will WE ever learn. Its the best version. No one is perfect and WE fits the song better...

[@michaelpaterson1226]

Where have all the flowers gone commerated for the Memory of humanity.

[@beahjiao9800]

What a song and a singer... GOD bless you Maam... am so happy indeed hearing an old song with a genuine voice...

[@martynh5410]

I keep telling myself I don't like Folk Music. Then I hear Joan and I am in awe! Brilliantly performed and with such a fantastic and soulful voice, what's not to like?

[@classymen2860]

A beautiful song in a lovely voice and a great music fantastic. A lady wonderful. Thank you so much. Pena Gil

[@UltimoDogLover]

Came here after watching her 2020 tribute to first responders on her diamondsandrustpro youtube channel. No one else could sing like this in their 50s after singing for nearly 35 years. She is legend. And now for 79, she still sounds pretty damn good. Pete Seeger also legend.

[@cherylcuttineau7916]

Even in 1994 her voice was expressive and endearing. Ageless and eternal, my friend.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋how are you doing?

[@davidwilliamson8861]

She Looks Fantastic !and that Voice . She's Iconic

[@tanyaowen8223]

Her voice is still so strong and powerful and unique ❤️

[@bettygordon3773]

joan, beautifully song; i felt every word! listened to you when you 1st came out in my teen years. here's to good healthy and happiness for you always. betty gordon, ames, iowa

[@user-ck9os3fv4j]

高校時代に友人とグループを組んで、よく歌いました。　美しいメロディ　素晴らしい歌詞。　もう　還暦を過ぎましたが　懐かしい　思い出です。