Willie Nelson / Stardust

[@flybob63]

This is what makes Willie one of the greatest artists of any genre; the ability to play and sing so many styles of music and make each one a masterpiece.

[@martaramos5614]

Only once in a lifetime we have the privilege of Willie.

[@joehartman87]

This is it as far as I'm concerned. Willy and Bradford Marsalis shredding it and everyone in the band is just amazing. This kind of convergence only happens once in a while. We're so lucky to have it happen here.

[@cathyleejohnson]

Joe Hartman, EXACTLY! You get it, too! Can you imagine being in that band?!?

[@Cantbuyathrill]

Wynton does have a way of caressing a love song.

[@worsley1000]

@@Cantbuyathrill Uhhhh.. THAT is Branford, NOT Wynton

[@augustusbetucius2931]

Gotta' love Willie, even if you don't like country music or country performers. The world is a better place for his being here.

[@ld0yle]

One of THE best songs ever written. Thank you, Hoagy Carmichael.

[@fullmoon7192]

*@ Larry Doyle* ```````````````````````` *Thumb UP* for rightful crediting Hoagie Carmichael as composer of this timeless jazz standard and, *Thumb DOWN* for misspelling Mr. Carmichael's first name. It's *HOAGIE*. Got it ???

[@nohumbug8636]

FULL MOON "Stardust" composed in 1927 by Hoagie Carmichael with lyrics added in 1929 by Mitchell Parish. Thumbs down for omitting Mitchell Parish. Got it?

[@TheVeek192]

Thumbs down to you for your bitterness. Got it?

[@rneedham667]

So True!!

[@GoonerBob42]

@@fullmoon7192 Nope, it's 'THUMB DOWN' for you, and if you want to argue about it, argue with these people and tell 'em they're wrong! Hoagy Carmichael From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Hoagy Carmichael - 1947.jpg Carmichael in 1947 Background information Birth name Hoagland Howard Carmichael[1] Born November 22, 1899 Bloomington, Indiana, United States Died December 27, 1981 (aged 82) Rancho Mirage, California, United States Genres Musical films, popular songs Occupation(s) Songwriter, musician, actor, attorney Instruments Piano, vocals Years active 1918-1981 Associated acts Sidney Arodin, Louis Armstrong, Fred Astaire, Bix Beiderbecke, Ray Charles, Bing Crosby, Jimmy Dorsey, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, Helen Forrest, Harry James, Spike Jones, Frank Loesser, Johnny Mercer, Glenn Miller, Dinah Shore, Jack Teagarden, Paul Whiteman Website Hoagy Carmichael Hoagland Howard "Hoagy" Carmichael (November 22, 1899 - December 27, 1981) was an American singer, songwriter, and actor. American composer and author Alec Wilder described Carmichael as the "most talented, inventive, sophisticated and jazz-oriented of all the great craftsmen" of pop songs in the first half of the twentieth century.[2] Carmichael was one of the most successful Tin Pan Alley songwriters of the 1930s, and was among the first singer-songwriters in the age of mass media to utilize new communication technologies, such as television and the use of electronic microphones and sound recordings. Carmichael composed several hundred songs, including fifty that achieved hit record status. He is best known for composing the music for "Stardust", "Georgia on My Mind" (lyrics by Stuart Gorrell), "The Nearness of You", and "Heart and Soul" (in collaboration with lyricist Frank Loesser), four of the most-recorded American songs of all time.[3] He also collaborated with lyricist Johnny Mercer on "Lazybones" and "Skylark." Carmichael's "Ole Buttermilk Sky" was an Academy Award nominee in 1946 (from Canyon Passage, in which he co-starred as a musician riding a mule); "In the Cool, Cool, Cool of the Evening," with lyrics by Mercer, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1951. Carmichael also appeared as a character actor and musical performer in 14 motion pictures, hosted three musical-variety radio programs, performed on television, and wrote two autobiographies.

[@gwales]

If ever an artist improves with age, it's Willie.

[@Hearsticles]

Willie Nelson kills on these old standards because he has such a lovely and fine light touch. There's a delicacy to his playing, his voice, everything about him that just enhances these songs so well. A great version from one of my favorite albums of all time.

[@brucewayne3602]

Stardust is tied for #1with several others ... Thanks Willie !!!

[@knuckle47]

This album stayed n top for 6 years!

[@brucewayne3602]

@@knuckle47 absolutely incredible ... modified/killed his "outlaw image" ... simply added to his brilliant repertoire ... still wish for a few more songs on that album !!!

[@reginaweiner3817]

Willie has written his share of romantic killers. He's not just a singer. He treats the work of other composers with the same respect as his own.

[@plgplgplg]

Those pros look like they loved playing that tune with Willie up front and showed him the same respect he showed the sax man. An absolutely pure live performance of a classic.

[@MeltonCulpepper]

That tenor sax player is really, really good.

[@plgplgplg]

@@MeltonCulpepper Dude if that’s actually your name… coolest name ever.

[@johnburnett3432]

Legend has it, Willie's plane landed late in L.A. and he didn't get a chance to rehearse with Branford Marsalis and the band prior to this performance. But check out that smile at the end. Willie knows how great that band is and how excellent that performance was. Or maybe it's just the reefer ...

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@augustusbetucius2931]

It's not just the pot. Willie is a decent, down to earth guy. He respects people, and can appreciate when someone can support him like that, helping him to sound his best. Willie is reportedly *not* an easy guy to follow, musically, when playing with him. As some musicians have said, he has "jazz phrasing" and is so fluid around the beat, that you have to flow with him to find your place in the music.

[@mediamannaman]

I wore out the Stardust LP back in the late 70's. Willie's guitar playing is like butter melting on a hot biscuit, and adding the sax here took it to another level.

[@alysonmoore1500]

My husband sang this at his Mums funeral. Broke my heart , still cry now when I hear this 😢 💔. Such a beautiful moving song.

[@suzyalabama1409]

You were very fortunate to have such loving parents ❤

[@brucewayne3602]

Blessings to your family

[@mikecallahan8234]

It is........

[@katie3402]

my mom's favorite....wishing her peace among the stars

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@RaiderLeo1]

40 odd years ago my girlfriend played this song and album non stop. It's just so so good and great to see it sung live and so well on YT.

[@debbievargo9672]

I grew up watching my Mom listen to Willie. And she always loved this song. I am getting married next year and when my husband and I are walking away this song will be in the background

[@augustusbetucius2931]

You watched your mom listening to Willie? What an odd mix of sensory activity. When my parents listened to music, I listened along with them.

[@teleuser]

The people in the audience got a treat of a lifetime that night.

[@alneal100]

That sax playing is just incredible.

[@smerchly]

The sax put a nice touch to the song and as you could see Willie thought it was great . I have that vinyl album in good shape and love his album "Spirit" as well .

[@gymshoe8862]

Agreed! Willy began his solo and the sax man chimed in with the most beautiful fill--Willie hadn't rehearsed so he was hearing it for the first time. At the end he reached over for a handshake in appreciation.

[@65Frankie]

When Willie Nelson covers such a beautiful song, he makes it his song! The man is fantastic, and will remain the best in his way of interpreting everlasting music.

[@marimonda8]

Perfection in a 3 minute video. This was live, folks. -One delicate performance. They shine and deliver without much ado. Thank you guys.

[@longarinij]

This performance is a masterpiece. As to the people with negative comments below, with all due respect, you just don't get it.

[@bjradrian239]

agree damn right

[@fullmoon7192]

*@ John Longarini* ````````````````````````````` Well..., perhaps you just don't get it that "dumb ass" *"willietribute2000"* didn't bother to check out the facts and attributed this classic jazz standard to Willie Nelson. With all due respect, the man who should be credited for this timeless composition is Hoagie Carmichael, while Willie Nelson is just one of hundreds famous people who covered this song (Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Nat's daughter Natalie Cole etc... just to name a few). I'm not Willie Nelson hater. I've read all his books, listen to all his timeless songs and admire the man but, the "Stardust" is just his cover not a composition as *"willietribute2000"* implied in his footnote to the video. In short: Do your homework before you write something so dumb Mr./Ms. *willietribute2000*, will ya (?)

[@andyskiles9542]

@full moon

[@claytonbrannon8149]

They will never get it. The entire album that this song appears on is a tribute to a timeless period. A favorite of mine is Blue Skies. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXi9daquo896Z8k

[@KRAZEEIZATION]

The negative folks are stuck in the wonderful world of the auto tune crap rap over a trap beat. I love Willie’s version but it’s an amazing song to begin with and I reckon the best song ever written.

[@peterjones4621]

Willie so fantastic and who doesn't absolutely love that saxophone!!

[@fredfoos9891]

l can't get enough of Willie going on 50 years listening to his music

[@joehackney1376]

The most romantic song ever written!!!!!

[@annalyman2616]

This performance is pure heaven. I have a 4-yr Bachelor of Music in Jazz Voice (pro vocalist and teacher), and I DO know. He totally "gets" this song! Best rendition ever! Willie improvises everything all the time, which is the spirit of Jazz. Enchanting!

[@gladyswilliams7597]

Willie THE MASTER ..never to pass this way again. Could be the greatest of all times.

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@nicholaskearney678]

Effortlessly Willie now leaves, lyrics like memories in each song, through his gracious life. Aroha Willie, from dreamers in NewZealand, stardust.

[@kathyscrapper]

On our birthday today, happy birthday to you Willie and me and to one of the best albums ever.❤

[@markgrandconroyshawcross5408]

Willie’s voice pierces my heart every time. Stunning 🕊️

[@Morongobill]

Great moment at the end with Willie and Bradford shaking hands, they both knew that they had just been a part of something great. Awe inspiring.

[@clivem24]

He has such a magnificent voice, and this is a beautiful rendition.

[@lucyszabo6745]

Oh God! that voice!! *shudders. They'll never be another like Willie.

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@cacciato69]

marvelous interpretation ... i learned this song from radio about 1948 i was 8 ... it has remained one of my favorites ever since.

[@sittig904]

One of the true great vocalists of the twentieth century.

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@1969atam]

This is one of the best songs ever written. I often play the LP version over and over and I never get sick of it. Willie did a great job when he recorded that song back in '77 for the Stardust LP.

[@MaraFisk]

Willie Nelson phrases a song like no one else! A master!!

[@carolekohlschmidt6899]

My mom loved that song . Her very favorite song of all time.

[@Mrm_Mario]

Check out Mary Lou by the Creative Force, amazing

[@dennisrickman8872]

Willie does that number well and he's always been one of my faves

[@robertquay7188]

Jazz fan here: Willie phrases like no other in popular music this was great!

[@_DirkPitt_]

What can I say that hasn't been said? Willie Nelson like a good old wine makes Stardust a magical piece of music!

[@thecountdown4402]

he is just BADASS"!!!! a legend 🙏 don't know what else to say

[@bj-th7ul]

Love the music... rarely get to notice Willie actually playing the guitar.

[@paulinedixon3490]

I love to hear Willie singing the older songs. Songs that mean something.

[@xine9997]

A really Willie Nelson bluesy interpretation. Great stuff

[@waltshort]

That man's a national treasure.

[@ernietempest6740]

What a voice brilliant in every way love it .😀

[@joerumler48]

Masterpiece indeed....Willie will never be matched 😁

[@lawrencelewis2592]

I saw Willie live about 30 years ago. He put on a hell of a show. He'd toss his bandanas out to the crowd and put on a new one.

[@oliviacasino8888]

When Willie sings even the angels listen…it’s pure heaven.

[@bjradrian239]

I dream of this song's lyrics...only Willie can speak these sweet lyrics.

[@ronaldevans6933]

This is the greatest version of Stardust I have ever heard it was my Grandmother's favorite song. She died in 1944 before I was born. It has always been one of my favorites, along with Willie one of the greatest artists of all music of all time. pure genius for all the music he has written.

[@capitalrl9632]

Ronald Evans also my grandmother's favorite song, and luckily for us, it's such an amazing song, that it will live on forever.

[@nipper44]

Ronald Evans Nat king coles version is pretty good as well 👍👍👍

[@brucewayne3602]

absolutely true !!!

[@adelemcinnis3555]

Happy Birthday Willie Nelson..pure gold...thank you.

[@BlindBob1]

When Willie sings this song, this 60 yr old gets all teary eyed

[@nancyritzel2724]

This is PERFECTION!!!

[@michaelpoley6399]

Among the things I found sorting through my parents' effects was the 8-track of this album. I remember listening to it in the front passenger seat with Dad as he drove the RV across the countryside. Even as a little kid I knew this song was something special. I'm grateful for the memory.

[@victorireland8913]

Deeply touching. Superb timing. The expressive rendering by saxophonist got it just right. marvelous!

[@carlitobanquirigo4313]

Willie brings a new treatment to this classic song by hoagy carmichael simple yet refreshing love you willie for bringinging us and letting us hear again these wonderful classics

[@nickindrieri7709]

Loved his rendition of all these great songs! I’ll always think of my parents who were part of the greatest generation. Nobody but Willie could have pulled it off. I do however, love also love Rod Stewart’s redo of the oldies.

[@carlitobanquirigo4313]

Agree with you there john. Though not wanting to say against anybody, just dont understand how can somebody not like this song. One of the best written song ever sang by the best country singer of all times in a version all his own this is a wonderful and classic version worth listening over and over again

[@jcm2ful]

This was my mother's favorite song. Beautiful.

[@ildeuraimundodasilva8230]

Willie , Good performance..... This is my favorite song. from Brazil.

[@maritamanyari251]

Espectacular! Grande Willie Nelson!

[@PaulGreen11]

"When our love was new and each kiss an inspiration."

[@68shelbyallison72]

I'm really glad Willie went against the tide (when doesn't he) and recorded his Stardust album. In doing so he reimagined these songs in a way that nobody but he could.

[@burnedoutgolfer]

Absolutely timeless thank you Hoagy and Willie! Was great to see even Willy just trying to get through the tune but it added a sense of beauty and feeling.

[@xenathunder]

Love love love Willie. Parents taught me, great music is great music.

[@bobromphf9644]

God I love this man’s music. I saw Willie live which I treasure. All the best.

[@yahuchanonyakov]

You can tell by the way that Willie shook the sax player's hand, that he was quite impressed with the man's playing...

[@shirleybalinski4535]

Love Hoagy!! One of the prettiest songs, in both lyrics & melody, ever written. That's why it's a classic. Willie too!! He's real good at doing these " Standards"... just seems to fit him.

[@shellipayne-patterson2162]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@tomootomoo4871]

Willy’s interpretation for this song is super ! I can clearly see the different world of stardust over the sky!

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@paulinesmith6205]

Beautiful, brings memories of my lovely Mum and Dad....

[@stigotmarbjelland6819]

Just bought the CD. Love this man!!!

[@rickhartline7883]

This man Willie Nelson is an icon in the music industry, in any genre...This man is a true kind soul and an absolute musical genius...I've had the opportunity to see him live with Mickey Raphael and two I say two bass players at the same time in concert..This was an outdoor festival just outside of Toronto...He and his band were just outstanding. Love this man

[@pobrepaco]

A great rendition of this great song---Willie puts so much passion in his songs!!!

[@arzaga1969]

everything about this cover is perfection

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@murph3001]

Great vocalist great writer great player. He defies any genre . Country jazz blues popular

[@RDYS]

Beautiful ! I'll dry the tears from my eyes now ....

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@PaulGreen11]

Absolutely, ABSOLUTELY and absolutely... blown away.

[@eileenolivo7615]

Absolutely my favorite rendition so beautiful and the band just pulls it all together absolutely the best I listen to this all the time

[@pinseychristensen1490]

The BEST of the best! Willie.....you've always had my heart, and especially singing this song!

[@billheaney568]

Pinsey, I'm a fan of Willie, and I love that song, but I don't like his version. He tried to make it 'his' song, but that's like singing the National Anthem, sing it the way it was meant to be sung.

[@mariahelenadiasbranco4504]

The Best !!!

[@christinastier637]

He makes that thing talk. His passion for music shines through.

[@paulchandler4435]

The Joy in the faces of the Band says it all !!!

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@davidsmith172]

When our love was new , and each kiss an inspiration,,,be still my heart

[@michaelplait2053]

love the way ol' Willie interprets a tune -- especially this one - great share - thanx

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@1122redbird]

Willie for President! Talent like Willie's is just a freak occurrence of nature.

[@July-Cleaver]

He is talented for sure, but after reading his autobiography, you realize he worked his butt off and hustled for years before really hitting the big time.

[@xenathunder]

I grew up with Willie playing on my dad's 8 track lol. One of my favorites. Takes me back. Artists wished they had talent like him. He has more talent in his fingertip than most artists today have in their whole being.

[@clairemorrisdobie9977]

Oh Willie, your phrasing knocks me out.

[@paullandegent1111]

A great song, a great singer. My heart cries listening to it, missing my beloved in moonlit nights.

[@potatogoat]

This song is amazing, but it brings back memories that bruise the soul...

[@Bushyfoxy]

Willie and this song backed our wedding ceremony.....

[@pattychristensen5822]

The most beautiful song ever sung, only by Willie Nelson. Grab your lover, and dim the lights, and dance...............

[@brucewayne3602]

endlessly eternal !!!

[@jmrodas9]

A beautiful song composed by the great Hoagy Carmichael and I like very much how Willie Nelson sings it. It is one of those timeless songs that are always good to hear and enjoy.

[@JimmysOldTimeRadioShow]

Listened to this record over and over, incredible.

[@janebrown1706]

I saw de Niro walking down an empty street in some movie + this played. Took me many hours to identify the singer - Willie Nelson WOW. Very hard to get from ACDC/Metallica/Led Zepp to this! WOW again!!!

[@vitorhaase7821]

Sometimes I wonder, how I spend The lonely night dreaming of a song The melody haunts my reverie And I am once again with you When our love was new And each kiss an inspiration But, but that was long ago Now my consolation is in the stardust of a song Beside the garden wall When stars are bright, you are in my arms The nightingale, tells his fairytale Of paradise, where roses grew Though I dream in vain In my heart it will remain My stardust melody The memory of love's refrain Though I dream in vain In my heart it will remain My stardust melody The memory of love's refrain

[@jimmytrafficant]

Thank you Willie for soothing my soul for so many years, you are one of the seven wonders of the world and will be with us forever.

[@TheFruitloop186]

A true American icon, treasured by millions and millions.

[@NewWaveFilms]

Strange combo, love it

[@brucekulickfan4206]

I remember this the night it originally aired. Been a Willie fan ever since!!

[@tuxguys]

Wow... How did I ever miss this... I must have still been using boilermakers for nightcaps the night this was on... How cool to have Willie and Branford trading phrases... I love how Willie declaims the lyrics like Judy Garland did, and the way Derek Jacobi does Shakespeare: As if it's occurring to them right on the spot.

[@willienelson4964]

thank you so much for the unwavering love and support. indeed you are a true fan. you can write me on [e-mail]

[@matthewsteele6666]

Saw him and his band live 1980 at the Melbourne show grounds doing all these beautiful standards from yesteryear...perfectly executed

[@bobromphf9644]

Love all the songs and voice of Willie. Living legend.