British guitarist analyses songwriting extraordinaire Mac Davis

Tonight I'm taking a look at Mac Davis performing 'In the Ghetto'.
Original video - • Mac Davis In the Ghett...
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TIME STAMPS - 0:30 Performance 3:12 Analysis Start 7:48 Guitar Breakdown 14:11 Career History

[@Braglemaster123]

RIP Mac

[@garyjimenez3690]

Rest In Peace. He also played with buddy holley at a park nam McKenzie in lubbock. They knew each other. I read a book that they had known each other in lubbock . Imange if Waylon buddy and Mac and roy orbison on stage . They all were from west texas. Waylon 40 miles from lubbock. Roy about 80

[@user-nx8pe6pc3h]

Mac Davis grew up in my hometown of Lubbock Texas. He was a great songwriter. There was a time where everything he wrote was a huge hit. We lost a great one. RIP Mac they buried you in Lubbock Texas in your jeans.

[@amirdrake8579]

i know it's kind of randomly asking but do anyone know a good place to watch newly released tv shows online?

[@huxleyconnor1041]

@Amir Drake Flixportal :)

[@daphneestes8694]

The older I'm getting, the more of the voices of my youth are passing on. Rest well, Mac. He was a very talented man.

[@garyjimenez3690]

Yes he was

[@garyjimenez3690]

Saw him at football game at Texas tech university. Iwas there and they honored him with a street that beats his name. It’s right in the heart of where buddy holley lived and near his high school. Lubbock high.

[@JTuaim]

Isn't it strange how they seem to leave us in small groups?

[@Jelsick]

I'm sure they buried him in Lubbock Texas......in his jeans.

[@jdearing46]

Not only voices but actors and characters as well. All of it back in the golden age of entertainment. That's what I like to call the time and season I grew up in.

[@MrDevtun]

RIP Mac, and Helen Reddy. Both passed same day at 78.

[@ronaldcaravaggio6109]

Dave E Mac performed his song "Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me" on the Helen Ready show back in the seventies. After the show, back stage there was a group of angry women from the Women's Lib movement who approached Mac and asked him, "How could you go on Helen Reddy's show and perform such a male chauvinist song like that"? Mac replied, "Well ladies, if I can be so presumptuous, she asked me to".

[@nancywengert7301]

RIP, Mac. He was one of my favorite singer/songwriters ever. I loved his music, his lyrics, his humor and his looks. Loved him.

[@perspexsavant4787]

He was a great friend. When he passed away at 78, the world lost a humble legend. I will always miss his laugh and Texas accent.

[@nordsturm9376]

Hugely underrated and then mostly forgotten. Fil, nice to see you gave him a tribute.

[@notgivennotgiven7776]

Dude, it's so cool how you do such a wide variety of music on your channel. It's so obvious you love music, and a true musician. Yeah. Rock!

[@patriciasnyder6915]

So agree

[@LaLa-fi8ip]

He was such a multi talented man , also a fabulous sense of humour

[@drewpall2598]

I remember the Mac Davis show it showed how versatile he was. I don't think he ever wrote a bad song. Very nice tribute to the late Mac Davis. (Rest in Peace) thanks for all the great body of works you left behind.

[@robertdavis5976]

I loved the segment where he would ask an audience member to give him a sentence, then Mac would write a verse on the spot and sing it to the audience!

[@jillwright8993]

It was kind of you to do this analysis of Mac Davis. From all the remarks it is obvious that he was liked and admired. For those who didn't know him well, watching this may just make them want to listen to more of his songs. True talent lasts for generations. Thanks Fil.

[@suehollar2578]

When I was watching his variety show as a kid, I had no idea how influential he was in the music industry. I didn't even know he wrote "In the Ghetto" until a few days ago. So sad when someone of his caliber passes away.

[@perspexsavant4787]

The best thing about Mac Davis was his ability to connect one on one or one to a large group. He was always who he was - humble, friendly, and talented. Everyone loves this guy!!!

[@suzannerobbins6293]

Hi Fil...love Mac Davis so much! Takes me back to the 70’s....he was such a storyteller and you couldn’t help but be memorialized with his voice, and music! He will be greatly missed! RIP to one of the greatest! ✌️

[@tessawells7734]

"For Ever lovers, forever Friends."

[@liberty5069]

Mac Davis was just another forgotten great talent until he died. Thanks for the analysis from a British musician. RIP, Mac.

[@grievousangelic]

Mac had a great variety TV show in the 70s. At some point during every show, he would sit on stage with his guitar, and audience members would yell out song ideas, and he'd noodle around for a minute, and then come up with about a15-second song. He had a real comic gift, too, so the songs were usually pretty humorous. Unlike a lot of songwriters, he also had a great singing voice. Top picker, top songwriter, top talent. I've always loved Mac. Thanks for the analysis!

[@ednafenton7558]

This was my favorite part of the show. Watching Mac Davis make up a song with just one word, was amazing.

[@jimh3267]

Yes, I was thinking of that segment as well. An all-around talent.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

yes indeed lord it's hard to be humble.. classic TV show day favorite

[@tammik1985]

He did one about a washing machine....wish I could remember more than that and the fact that it was hilarious.

[@ericheine2414]

Doesn't just perform it - he wrote it. He is good friends with Elvis Presley. Mac Davis has Southern Soul. I think he's pretty cool. Don't you just hate the past tense.

[@LlamasOnMySofa]

Yes!!! Thanks - so true x

[@toddblackburn3116]

My Dad told me when I was little it when I asked who the man on the T.V. was Mac is a true artist who can look at life and express what he sees in a way that makes you look at what is truly around you.

[@pamnichols7877]

God bless his soul. Still true today in America!!!!! So sad our country can’t get on the same page. Thank you Fil!!!!!

[@phantomcollector1976]

SUCH A TALENTED MAN REST IN PEACE AND THANK YOU FOR ALL THE MEMORIES YOU LEFT BEHIND

[@nrsvlda70]

RIP Mr. Davis. Thank-you for a thoughtful and respectful review of his music and life.

[@ronbritton9286]

I saw Mac live at Kalamazoo Central High School when Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me broke out. Great concert. Just Mac, and his guitar.

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

RIP Mac Davis . I found out about MD today. Nice voice . Beautiful Job.Thank You . Another beautiful reminder that we can still help others in need, a smile , a random act of kindness is something I do every Christmas. I choose a family who have little. I pack up a box and fill stockings and drop off supplies for a Christmas dinner. We take so many many things for granted. It makes us better people,and it changes lives . I run to my car afterwards,so I don’t know them ,but it’s my little way of helping my community,or if I hear of a family in need . This song was very touching.

[@aprils6589]

Thank you, Fil. You're a treasure.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Thanks for the heartfelt tribute. He's someone so familiar but he flew under the radar for all his accomplishments.

[@glamgal7106]

Your description of Mac Davis as "songwriting extraordinaire" is definitely spot-on. Mac had me fully engaged in his performance of his compositon via his musicianship and storytelling. I enjoyed your analysis of his performance--as always, you have me thinking musically. Your mention of how the best songwriters utilized relevent lyrical content affirmed that talent mattered. From your analysis videos, you both teach and remind me musically. I truly appreciate what you do, Fil.

[@vwhite3055]

I love how you appreciate genres different than your own. Wonderful.

[@katherinea.rodgers8366]

I love this version of the song. RIP Mac Davis. He was very talented. You are right, this song is still relevent today. Thanks, Fil. I love that you feature such diverse musicians.

[@pamr4040]

I still have my vinyl albums by him from back in the day. Loved his easy, conversational style, along with his sense of fun and self-deprecating sense of humor. Thank you for sharing this video with us, and for your always spot-on analysis. 🧡

[@elmaware8749]

Great playing, great singing voice of Mac. I love his curly hair it's sooo sexy.!💋 RIP Mac. Wings of Pegusos you are excellent on what you do so good❤

[@skybird8358]

Very nice tribute, Fil. Sad to have lost another talented artist & sad the message of this song still has social relevance today - 50 years later. Fil, seems you're breaking out your guitar more often to demo/teach recently. Keep it up - great to listen to you!

[@lelleithmurray235]

What a shock to find out he'd passed on. Rest easy,Mac.

[@tboudreau5239]

Never knew he wrote this song until just now. Got to meet him for a minute in fort worth in the 70s. Seemed very nice. My ex boss played golf with him and Jim garner. Said they were great guys. He was such a gifted guy

[@TheVigilant109]

Great analysis Fil. A very appropriate tribute. Your demo on the guitar clarifies what Mac was doing. I think it is a mark of a star where they are on stage with just their talent and can hold the audience without any tricks. Many thanks

[@The_Dudester]

Fil, you didn't mention that Mac was in the movie North Dallas Forty. I mention this because of an interview he did on Johnny Carson talking about the "wrap party" after the movie finished filming. Mac was talking to the film's director when John Matusczak walked over (John was HUGE-6'8" and extremely muscular). First John said:"I like your shirt" to which Mac gave a quick thanks, then tried to resume the conversation with the director. John then put his hand on Mac's head and said:"I like your hair." Mac then told Johnny Carson that he was beginning to fear for his safety. John then laughed and walked away. He had rattled Mac, which was the whole point.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

that's because Phil's in England. a lot of times they don't see a lot of movies we had and their football is totally different it's our soccer.

[@severma22]

Didn’t hear he had passed. Listened to him all the time back in my day. Wonderful writer. Mac had a voice too.

[@Froggyh63]

A truly gifted entertainer, and by all accounts a great human being. RIP Mac

[@konstantia1607]

What an intelligent analysis, beautifully done Fil! And Mac Davis was a beautiful artist. Thank-you so much.

[@edford1693]

RIP Mac Davis. My grandfather would get Grandmother mad about something and then would sit back, laugh, and sing "Oh lord, it's hard to be humble". That would make her even madder. 🤣 Mac came from the hot bed of country rock music of Lubbock, Texas. The last time I saw him on TV was when he played Saint Peter in an episode of "That 70s Show". He also voiced several characters in "King Of The Hill". 👍👍

[@johnv4866]

I didn't know Mac wrote this. He does a great job singing and playing

[@fredchatham6680]

In the U.S. he had a weekly show in mid-late 70's (maybe early 80's), during the show he would take 2,3, or 4 suggestions for topics from the audience then make a song on the spot from the ideas given. He made it work every time.

[@Tahoecityproductions]

Met Mac once in Lake Tahoe when I was a kid. He was so genuine and kind. Saw him in concert with Anne Murray awesome show. I was there when he introduced Hard to Be Humble. Never saw him again, heard nothing but nice things about him. You will be missed Mac. You made it home. Say hello to my Mom and everyone for me. Thank you for teaching us to Stop and Smell The 🌹 Roses. RIP Mac! Thank's for the inspiration. Rick Diaz

[@kathyirvine6719]

Fil you are the greatest teacher ever! You are a great talent my friend!

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Nice comment about Fil. But I think above all else Fil is a humanitarian extraordinaire.

[@bigsteve6200]

Fil, Have you noticed. That the Three great Guitar players come out of the State of Arkansas. About the same time. Glenn Campbell, Johnny Rivers and Mac Davis. Like Mac said in I Belive in Music Maybe I can come up with a song Long enough for all the people to stop All this fussing and fighting Long enough to get along Boy, that is something we need right now !. Mac, En Pace Resquatta. Rock on !.

[@Clarice-rp7mh]

Steven Romero. Mac Davis was born and raised in Lubbock TX.

[@KStewart-th4sk]

@@Clarice-rp7mh It would be nice if people would check facts before blindly upvoting. You are correct about Mac Davis. Wiki says Johnny Rivers was born in New York City before his family moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

[@bigsteve6200]

My apologies to Lubbock Texas.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

🙄🤠🙃🙃🙃 no they're not all razorbacks at all far from it

[@rjeff753]

He came from the same neighborhood Buddy Holly came from and he rests for eternity in Lubbock Texas in his jeans!

[@teresavasey1041]

What a song and still relevant, always makes me cry, good analysis Fil.

[@flrpitflrp1965]

R.I.P Mac. A true talent. Songs and I like some of this films as well. Thanx for posting. Though Elvis has a magic to this song, still good with Mac

[@KStewart-th4sk]

So many great songs, i hadn't heard of his passing. "It's Hard To Be Humble" showed his fantastic sense of humor. John Prine (another great writer/performer), Mac Davis, both lost to us in 2020.

[@TheOneStoneAngell]

I haven’t commented in a while but really love your work, thank you.

[@lilamuzik3385]

Thank you Fil, for acknowledging this fabulous stoyteller..amazing lyricists. My favorite is Lubbock Texas. I know I have warted you for that one...but am grateful for your coverage. Wonderful man. RIP Mac..

[@calamitydave5000]

Actually, like Mac said, it's relevant and we're still learning - the HUMAN CONDITION. Walk a mile in some one elses shoes. Pay it forward, don't judge a book by it's cover, accept love as, when it is given, it is a blessing. Let the spirit of love grow. 💕

[@lorellstoneman74]

Timeless emotion into music story telling. Great songs. He had a great run, and left a legacy of beautiful songs.

[@markmeister2444]

Another outstanding job Fil. I was most certainly around when Elvis did this song but I'm one that usually just listens to the music more than I listen to the words and as Mac did this song here this is the first time I really heard all the words to this song because being it was Mac just with his guitar and was very easy to hear all the words to the song and I have to say that this song is so relevant today that I think it should be rereleased its like Mac had a crystal ball when he penned this song. I was never a real big Mac Davis fan because I was more into Rock but I never realized that Mac wrote all these songs and I'm really truly impressed by his accomplishments God rest your soul Mac.

[@mariorabottini5687]

Haven’t heard a lot about Mac Davis Fil! But I’ve got to say I thought he really made this song he wrote sound so profound! Totally brilliant! Cheers Mario! 😀👌👍

[@d.h.a.2700]

His variety show was great. I too didn't realize his scope and breadth of with his writing. His talents will be missed.

[@user-nx8pe6pc3h]

Mac Davis is from my hometown Lubbock TX. His funeral is today. As the song goes, bury me in Lubbock TX, in my jeans.

[@DC-mm9zo]

Very much an underrated song writer and performer. Always nice to see your wide appreciation of music and singers.

[@mimiwilson3371]

Thanks for featuring Mac Davis, Fil

[@cindypowers4993]

Thank you Fil. I grew up watching Mac Davis' TV show. Loved his music. He also had a great sense of humor! Great songs from a one of a kind singer/songwriter. Great tribute my friend 🎸💕

[@willettej7988]

Mac Davis was a popular artist in the U.S. in the 70s. He had a short-lived variety show, and appeared on lots of tv shows as a guest. He was a great talent, loved in America

[@dalem8332]

Great songwriter! Elvis did ln The Ghetto, Don't Cry Daddy, Memories and others written by Mac. Bobby Goldsboro did his Watching Scotty Grow and so many artists covered his I Believe In Music. Countless hits covered by so many artists. Also his #1 single..Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me. Always admired his songwriting skills and vocal style and musicianship. A solid career and done so well. Excellent analysis and demo Fil! Thanks. 🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦

[@jackburkhart873]

Thanks Fil for doing this. Mac Was one of the great underrated writers and performers of the 70s. I remember watching his TV show every week with my folks. He will be missed!

[@sharonmuzik]

Thank you for a lovely tribute to Mac. I'd love to hear an analysis of a Bobby Vinton performance sometime. He played many instruments and was a terrific artist. Thanks again.

[@justafreethinker]

Very nice Fil!! Mac was one of the good guys in music. Cool dude and good artist. RIP Mac. Can't wait for your analysis of Helen Reddy, also RIP.

[@marilynsheffield612]

Rip Mac Davis. Sorry to hear he has passed. Super good analysis.👏 I think you are a blessing Fil to us❤. Your a "Rock" musician but you love & appreciate different genres of music. That's probably why your analysis are top notch. You are "world class" Fil and such a good hearted person with loads of talent who is talking and teaching us all with a million dollar smile.❤ Have a great day.😊

[@kathyirvine6719]

He had such a DEEP SOUL! We will miss him much, so true today and that is a sad thing. LOVE YOU FIL!

[@Guardducks]

I remember watching the Mac Davis show as a kid with him making up a song from something an audience member shouted out to him , only a couple of times did i see him get stumped but only got a couple of seconds and then he would come up with a song, maybe not the best even to his own admission but he came up with something. Miss ya Mac. ✌

[@craigphillips6308]

Wow Fil, I just went to see the movie Elvis, and knowing that Mac Davis wrote the tune, In the Ghetto, decided to check out what had happened to him. It was from there that I found out he had passed away over a year ago, and also found this great tribute to his songwriting greatness. I am old enough to remember his old TV show from the late 70's, and I remember a segment he used to do where the audience would give him a song title and he would write a song on the spot based on that title. He truly was one of our great songwriters, and I thank you for highlighting his immense talent.

[@ArcaneWeasel]

You are a genius. I can’t put it into words to give you the honor you deserve. But you understand on every level how to feel, explain and describe every piece of a performance with such definition and analysis unlike anything I have ever seen. Truly you are a remarkable talent!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@petrslivinski7481]

Exactly! Great songwriting and playing is a real craft that Mac Davis possessed, and that's what made him an incredible songwriter. Being able to sing while playing is a second talent he had. Great presentation. Thank you. Cheers.

[@garyjimenez3690]

Thank you so much for this time you given to Mac Davis. Tomorrow he will be laid to rest in the same cementary as buddy holley . Thank you again from lubbock Texas. Your a good person

[@mzphillips53]

I saw Mac perform live in 1973. He was so witty. He explained how he came up with the song Baby Don't Get Hooked on Me. He said he was having trouble finding a "hook" to the chorus. He kept thinking hook, hook and finally just came up with Baby don't get Hooked on Me. And he laughed and said something like What a cocky little shit I sound like. The whole audience broke up laughing. Then he said more and more cocky, sexist lines followed. He kinda wrote it as a joke but it became a bit hit to his surprise. One of the most enjoyable concerts I ever attended. I've always been a big fan of singer songwriters like Mac, Kris Kristofferson, John Prine and Willie.

[@jessiemyrle4907]

Thank you for this video on Mac. He was a great talent and deserves all the recognition he can get‼️👍

[@Braglemaster123]

Most artists just feel it.

[@OddBall1958]

Another great and excellent voice taken from us. R.I.P. Thanks for the analyses.

[@frankscarborough1428]

Fil what a kind generous man you are. Didn’t know Mack Davis wrote this. Love Elvis but like mac’s version better always appreciate your analysis of the artists that you feature.

[@wilhelmschimko9]

Thank You Fil, nice review !!!!

[@lindamcnelis6374]

What a great talent!!! You described his guitar playing, singing and story telling so well. He had a lovely baritone voice, too. Thanks for another great analysis. Thank you, Fil❤️

[@marksc1929]

...Fil as a 55 year old guitarist ...that loves everyone from Mac Davis ...to the Beatles , Badfinger , The Stones , Townes Van Zant ...to Jerry Reed ....I'm extremely appreciative of your open mindedness ....I'm thinking you would be great as a Late Night music talk show host ...Fil , everyone would love you ....just something to think about ..😉

[@53philp]

I had completely forgotten about him over the years, talented man for sure.

[@MrNegative57]

Awww heck , I really enjoyed this one. I grew up listening to Mac. He seemed like a genuinely nice guy. I still sing " Oh Lord it's hard to be humble, frequently lol. RIP. Thanks Fil

[@drummergirl495]

Another great video, loved Mac Davis, sad he’s no longer with us!

[@patriciasnyder6915]

I loved Mac Davis. After his death and I saw a list of all the songs he wrote - WOW!!! I think he was totally underrated as a musician.

[@carlajimenez5483]

That just made me cry. Thank you.

[@drsmokeybones]

Thanks Fil. There's more to Mac Davis than I realized. I remember his variety show here in the US when I was a kid. I never knew what a good songwriter he was! Thanks also for the guitar demonstration of 'In The Ghetto' This is definitely a guitar friendly channel👍 Now we have lost Eddie Van Halen.😢

[@wandagrayson646]

I loved Mac Davis growing up and loved his variety show. My favorite part is where he would have the audience throw him song titles and he would make up songs on the spot. He was so funny with that stuff.

[@bionicsjw]

Thank you for doing this video. The world lost a great talent last week. His music and comedy was great.

[@martymasden2737]

Greetings, Matt Davis was some one who's music I grew up on and watched his show as well, my favorite through the years was Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me, and actually got to watch him sing that song on his show. He was so gifted. Thanks Fil, just love your platform. 😉 Cheers, Marty Kozee Masden

[@seriesscratchx9807]

RIP. Wonderful songwriter and performer (including as an actor).

[@kensod6034]

God bless Mac ... R.I.P. Brotherrrrrrr

[@robertoponce8077]

Thousand thanks for this emotive video, Fil... My best wishes from México!

[@brendasewell8218]

Mac also wrote Something's Burning, Kenny Rogers and the first edition. Two of my favs.

[@ianshortall3356]

What an amazing song writer, and I agree Fil, particularly in Country Music song writers make Nashville and keep the machine going... its amazing how many artists do not write their own material...

[@robertwilcox4482]

Show is very entertaining breath of fresh air watch every day

[@jessiemyrle4907]

I fell for this guy when we were both young. For a pour little boy from Lubbock Texas he done pretty good. He said when he was young his best friend was a little black kid, so the song was for him and his friendship. GREAT TALENT GOOD LOOKS WOW‼️

[@dougieh9676]

Tear jerker!!! Mac was brilliant!!! Great choice!!! ♥️🎵♥️🎶♥️🎵♥️

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Another legend in music has passed away. Thanks for sharing this analysis video. May Mac Davis rest in peace. Cheers, Fil!

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

A beautiful voice and a great songwriter.

[@mevrammcoyoteV8f150]

Oh Lord its Hard to be Humble when your perfect in every way..can't wait to look in the mirror...Cause I get better looking each day.....thanks Fil

[@lynndow3185]

Hi Mark! That was a good one too!

[@mevrammcoyoteV8f150]

@@lynndow3185 Hi Lynn..Mac wrote Don't Cry Daddy for Elvis..plus many more v

[@lynndow3185]

@@mevrammcoyoteV8f150 yep, "A Little Less Conversation" was one I liked, too.

[@mevrammcoyoteV8f150]

@@lynndow3185 I didn't know that..Dance Club Music... Elvis and Mac

[@heidichristensen7919]

I hadn’t heard that song in decades. Looked it up right after Mac passed, and the lyrics came right back to me. RIP Mac.

[@jerrykinnin7941]

I grew up listening to Mac Davis. His song Texas in my Rearview mirror. Was my favorite.

[@amhaney1]

Mac Davis was a poet. Just as Sting is a poet. Thank you for posting this

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

A great songwriter who had his own tv show..Thank you. Fil