Yusuf revisits the songs of Cat Stevens

[@mediocrecyclist]

This mans music literally changed my life. Not in the cliche way. His lyrics shaped my thinking and I’m forever grateful for it.

[@butterfly-pax2604]

He changed my life too. Love him

[@Dr_Bombay]

same, same. i think about him and his lyrics almost constantly, like a northern star, to give me bearings.

[@deeryker]

@@butterfly-pax2604 get a new fukkin life,,,this fukker supports the killing of Salman Rushdy

[@brendadrumm9708]

Good lad x

[@deeryker]

@@brendadrumm9708 Im beyond lad, and I detest isfukkinlam.

[@davenc8527]

I first saw him in concert in 1974. Then twice again since he came back to music. A true genius and a wonderful humanitarian.

[@jimmycolwill9453]

His Hamas donations were humanitarian?

[@royal_nemesis]

@@jimmycolwill9453 USA bombing whole middle east was humanitarian?

[@jimmycolwill9453]

@Londoner In the age of information ignorance is a choice!

[@dianequick3127]

Wow! You saw him in concert in 1974? Cool!

[@davenc8527]

@@dianequick3127 At the Chicago Stadium with about 20,000 other people. It was awesome.

[@meliki1712]

He is so right. No drinking, smoking, and drugs will give you a very good life. He sounds amazing.

[@carlbowles1808]

He survived the sex drugs and rock and roll Era of the 1960's and 1970's that killed Joplin, hendrix, bonzo Keith moon and others. This deeply talented and resilient man will always be cat Stevens to me regardless of religion or name.

[@SilentCheechGaming1991]

Sounds like a boring life

[@robbrown4621]

I don't know. Keith Richards is still going well...

[@chetyoubetya8565]

Really strange most of the people in remote tribes who don't any of that don't seem to have a good life

[@johnv2681]

He’s really not. He’s a religious extremist who thinks novelists should be burned alive if they write a book he doesn’t like. He’s trash.

[@katstephens6571]

I love him. I'm a revert too. I get it. When we revert we dont stop being us. And I'm glad he found a way to come back to his music. Alhamdullilah

[@honiahakaa]

god bless you sister

[@medowatcher]

Alhamdoulilah he reverted, but music is not permissible to listen to let alone produce as it was the cause of the first major sin committed in a large gathering, Zina gathered around music. Many Muslims are sympathetic to music especially religious/peace inciting tunes. But I can’t just follow my nafs and disregard our prophets words and Allah’s prohibition in favor of my own pleasure. Don’t forget that peeps. Much love.

[@katstephens6571]

@@medowatcher I have been told that there is disagreement amongst scholars as to what is haram and halal regarding music. That one can listen to a symphony but not heavy metal or vulgar rap songs. We all do the best we can. If Allah forbade all music then why create it?

[@medowatcher]

@@katstephens6571 There is no disagreement at all between any major established scholars actually. Not sure where you heard that. The hadith is quite clear, The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Among my ummah there will be people who will regard as permissible adultery, silk, alcohol and musical instruments.” Narrated by al-Bukhaari (5590). See also: al-Silsilah al-Saheehah by al-Albaani (91). As to your last question the answer is simpler than you think, to test you/us. Allah created many evil things in order to try us and see what we’d embrace, his remembrance through Quran etc or music. 💭 More info on your music question here brother, islamqa.info/en/answers/50687/he-loves-islam-but-he-cannot-give-up-classical-music

[@gambaridup]

@@katstephens6571 yes - there is a disagreement on whether music is haram or halal - some it could be haram if it led to bad things - but many more believed it is okay if it is done for good causes 🙏

[@californiascreaming1131]

Is doesn't matter what name he goes by he still sounds great and I feel transported back to the 1970s immediately. Good to see him so well.

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@yusufcatstevens195]

Hello lady, thanks for be my big fan🥰🥰good morning ☀️🌞 send me you email so that will can talk better

[@jillsalkin7389]

Amazing that he as only 22 when he did "Tea for the Tillerman." Such wisdom in a young man.

[@robertaferugheli4957]

So glad he came back. A good soul. Peace Train is a wonderful song. People should listen and try practicing peace. Religion is a personal road to the Higher Power. It doesn't matter what you call it; what matters is having respect for your fellow man and his path to enlightenment.

[@carmenherzog5468]

Yes he is a wise person, I think also

[@aliszar]

One of my favorite albums. My teenage years were richer and wiser because of Tea For The Tillerman

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@matthiascerebri3315]

The best Album ever made

[@effiemooney8477]

When I fell in love with this beautiful man in the 70's I knew he was special soul and I was sooo right!!!

[@winterznight6597]

Check what he said about Salman Rushdie which he now denies. He has had the full video removed but you can still see parts. Nothing beautiful about him.

[@angbuhayko2641]

Morning has broken--- I love this song!!!

[@tomillakockingbird1754]

I believe it's one of the few songs he's known for that he didn't write. I love his rendition of it, though.

[@phyllisbekemeier3282]

Old song from the Methodist Hymnal. I love it too.

[@magneto7930]

My favorite of his, featuring piano arrangement by Rick Wakeman of Yes.

[@jananamur4486]

my daughter had "morning has broken" as she walked down the aisle on her wedding day; now her 2 year old loves "can't keep it in" and "tuesday's dead"....

[@thomasaustin6575]

Allah knows

[@joes7885]

Cat Stevens is amazing. Ahead of his time. I loved listening to Tea for the Tillerman. What a beautiful person.

[@brendadrumm9708]

A poor gent x

[@blackmore4]

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[@winterznight6597]

He denies that he wanted Salman Rushdie killed. But I watched it live on TV and was shocked. Now he says that he was misquoted which is a lie.

[@TheHikercrone]

His music still gives me whole body goosebumps. The sincerity, the love, the joy, even the sadness encompasses all places of life. Grateful - thank you Yusuf!

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@chipblock2854]

I am happy he is making music again. I missed his music and great voice. I respect why he left the music scene but I am happy is back. Thanks.

[@samaritaDeath]

Grew up listening to Cat Stevens

[@cornstorm666]

Me too, so much wonderful music back then..shaped my life both good and bad...

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

He did the soundtrack for one of my favorite cult classics, "Harold and Maude". Great, strange movie, with the perfect soundtrack.

[@cornstorm666]

@@JustWasted3HoursHere I absolutely loved that movie..thanks for remembering it..none other like it..

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@cornstorm666 And Bud Cort, "Harold", has done only a very few movies in his life for some reason, even though he was so great in that one. His interactions with his overbearing mother are so funny.

[@cornstorm666]

@@JustWasted3HoursHere I'm 71 now, I need to see that movie again through different eyes and heart...so many cult favorites from back then..it was a bittersweet funny movie

[@zubaidaali7485]

Thank U,Almighty GOD for showing him the road to ISLAm.

[@suzannem651]

Ameen

[@johnrevelation1070]

Islam robbed the world of his music, hopefully he is coming to his senses, and see Islam for what it is.

[@zubaidaali7485]

@adam khan Islam can be spread by good n meaningful lyrics thru music.

[@alparslantaptk5471]

🤦‍♂️ every muslims of the world listen the musics and Any chapter of the Quran is not about music. How can islam forbid to listen it? Only some religious muslims dont support to listen to music. I think this kind of people exist in every religion.

[@simonedgbaston]

@@zubaidaali7485 I started listening to Yusuf last Christmas & god called on me. Subhan'Allah ⭐🌙

[@theworldfromachildseyes2778]

Oh my Lord, I loved Cat Stevens and didn't know he was still with us. Yusuf your songs inspired me to be the best I can be inspite of the challenging world out there. God be with you. Allah be with you.

[@blackmore4]

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[@yajy4501]

Hello from two years later! He has a completely new one that just dropped. It’s called King of a Land and it’s amazing. 👍

[@joes7885]

I should say, that Yusif is amazing. So much respect for him.

[@winterznight6597]

I have no respect for a dishonest liar. He says that he was misquoted about Salman Rushdie and he has managed to get most of the BBC video removed but a relevant part is still available to view. I watched the programme being shown live.

[@dianadavis5002]

All his songs are everlasting and very relevant. But, father and son always gets to me. I don't know but, I could feel his desire to tell his son something in that one

[@amyknarr2270]

I know, and just think, as he sang it before, he related to the son....now the father.

[@MelissaThompson432]

@@amyknarr2270 I think what he was relating to was the plot of a movie....

[@MobinKiadeh]

@@MelissaThompson432 here's a recent interview he did with Rolling Stone, he explains the meaning and origin of Father and Son and it will definitely surprise you: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/yusuf-cat-stevens-re-records-tea-for-the-tillerman-50th-anniversary-1005987/

[@hotlaprc1980]

Easily in top 5 things in my life that my late father taught me or showed me. Cat Stevens was and will always be 1 of the ways I will connect with my father in heaven Thank you

[@blackmore4]

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[@jenmac62]

I listened to this album as a 12 yr old girl in California, while her father was dying of cancer. This album was a salve to my heart and soul. To this day, i am grateful to Cat Stevens.

[@cohencohen54]

The journalist was so professional and asked all the right and relevant questions.

[@theelvisguru9490]

I disagree. His voice has changed- for the better. It has a depth that is the sound of experience. Absolutely marvellous!

[@vincentpangelinan5465]

I remember listening to Morning has Broken, as a child. That song effected me so much. I learned to appreciate the beauty of life through the beauty of the song. It has carried me to this day. Thanks Cat.

[@russcoleman2338]

We used to sing it at school in the UK. It was in our hymn book.

[@cherixbiggs5819]

Such a beautiful man. Beautiful composer/voice and soooo gentle!

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Thank you* 👍👍👍

[@andiestewart7423]

I love Cat Stevens. He was part of my childhood ❤️

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Love you too Andie !!! Thank you so much* 👍

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Andie Stewart !! Are you a member of my official fan club yet* ?

[@markfox8947]

Peace Train...we really need this song today. Met him when I worked in radio..a real gentleman.

[@winterznight6597]

He got off the peace train to wish for the death of Salman Rushdie. He now denies it but I watched it being shown live and you can still see some of it on KZbin. He has had the full video removed.

[@markfox8947]

@winterznight6597 I’m really disappointed to hear that. I certainly believe you but it seems reprehensible he chose that path.

[@sheilamason1895]

I am his age and to hear a Cat Stevens song transports me to a deeply self exploring age where we questioned and challenged the status quo. His songs opens hearts and minds. Glad to hear he will bring these songs back at a time most needed by the world and it’s youth.

[@donnadaisy333]

Beautiful!

[@forrestwheeler916]

Cat stevens is timeless. A most beautiful and spiritual man ,.he taught me about humanity .as a child he taught my heart and soul about god. Life is about love and peace ... not war.born in 1961,yes we where flower children.

[@GreenManalishiUSA]

Tea for the Tillerman was a hugely influential album for my generation, really for any generation that listens to it. The songs of asking questions, looking for meaning in life, and being on the road to find out are truly universal and timeless. Perhaps that is why these songs are beloved by millions of fans around the world, and why they continue to ring true.

[@debzacher1332]

What a wonderful and inspiring person he is and he sounds so great still. I just love him!

[@winterznight6597]

You must not have heard him speak of wanting Salman Rushdie killed then. He says that he was misquoted which is untrue.

[@veli1495]

His voice sounds crystal clear.. even more than his early days

[@farhanf650]

So inspirational, you can see he found peace and alignment. MashaAllah

[@markhatfield8809]

I couldn`t help myself in getting misty when hearing "Peace Train " again, after all these years . . .

[@blackmore4]

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[@sherrywaligurski5614]

He looks and sounds fantastic!!! What an incredible voice. ❤️❤️

[@ethnicmusiclover]

Music is healing of the soul and the earth. He is amazing. Love his Tiny Desk Concert that brought me back to him.

[@janisblevins637]

Omg! My ❤️ is so happy ! A tour? Just what this world needs!

[@kellyo8324]

Sooooo glad to hear his voice again!!! A true artist!

[@cornstorm666]

It's even a Wilder World now...Yusuf love you ❤

[@walterbrasilpinto967]

Cat or Yusuf will live for ever!

[@rowdyyates4766]

“Morning has Broken” is one of the most beautiful songs ever and has gotten me through some very tough times.....I’m appreciative of his music

[@cornstorm666]

One of the most beautiful songs ever...I still play it a lot of mornings, noons & nights...what a wordsmith

[@brstfr7126]

Cat Stevens wrote the music, but not the lyrics, which are by Eleanor Farjeon , from a 1931 hymn.

[@cornstorm666]

@@brstfr7126 yes, of course you are correct...I would never diminish the true writer of those beautiful words..the music and words are perfect together 🙏

[@magneto7930]

@@brstfr7126 he didn't write any of it. It's a hymnal with a piano arrangement written and played by Rick Wakeman of Yes.

[@Koloherides]

Have loved you since the 60s still grooving my timeless friend endless joy.You have alway been on my very limited play list Thank You Cat

[@numberone5680]

ACIM222 I’m saying the same as you only in the early ‘70s!

[@tomillakockingbird1754]

Tracy is right: he really doesn't sound any different at all. And it's good to see him return to his music, no matter what he calls himself now.

[@tananario]

Now? He converted in 1977. That’s 43 years ago. Where you been?

[@kaymuldoon3575]

tananario yes, he changed his name 43 years ago, and it’s the same name he has NOW.

[@Mus1c1luv]

Always loved Yusuf's music. Will definitely be looking out for hus music. The world needs it more than ever.

[@paulasharp8496]

We need his music now, more then ever! 2022

[@cynthiakozikowski1765]

I love this man's music. ❤❤❤

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@blackmore4]

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[@iagreewithyoubub]

He still sounds the same, truly, it's amazing.

[@sheilalarson8964]

I feel fortunate to have been able to attend one of his last performances as Cat Stevens at the Forum in Los Angeles, 1977. Have been a huge fan my entire life. What a talent.

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@user-oh5er6pe8u]

I still know you as Cat Steven who whom I grew up with your beautiful songs specially the song “ Morning has broken”. I still sing some of your songs and people love it, not me but the one who made it, it’s you. When they gave the applause, I always say, to Cat. I wish I will meet you in person just to tell you how much I love your spirit and gifts of music. Enjoy your tour, Cat and God bless everything you do for many children.

[@maureencoyle666]

Love Cat Stevens... I saw him in 1970 in Boston from the third row...one of my favorite concerts ever!!!

[@shydasamodien6358]

Just can’t get enough of Yusuf’s lyrics and the great legend... so humble, so gentle ... truly emulating Prophet Muhammad PBUH

[@briandelaney9710]

Fell in love with his music when I first saw “Harold and Maude “.

[@TobiasGelston]

Me too!

[@RaymondHng]

The theater in my city had a screening of _Harold and Maude_ with Bud Cort in attendance and a talk with him on stage. The 3,000-seat venue was packed and I was sitting on the second-to-last row in the balcony.

[@llynnie888]

What song did it feature?

[@RaymondHng]

@@llynnie888 Stevens composed two original songs for the film, "Don't Be Shy" and "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out" and performed instrumental and alternative versions of the songs "On the Road to Find Out", "I Wish, I Wish", "Miles from Nowhere", "Tea for the Tillerman", "I Think I See the Light", "Where Do the Children Play?" and "Trouble" which were either on the album _Mona Bone Jakon_ or _Tea for the Tillerman_ . Those albums had been released before the film. "Don't Be Shy" and "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out" were not released on an album, until his 1984 compilation _Footsteps in the Dark: Greatest Hits, Vol. 2_ .

[@llynnie888]

@@RaymondHng Thank you! I'll have to check it out!

[@shajali5481]

Morning has broken ...... used to sing this song in assembly in school every week .... never knew it was him

[@matthewsoto2533]

For Father & Son, I hope there’s a version for his old self singing the beginning verse and then his younger voice singing the second verse. Because that song really holds two different personalities and it’s super beautiful

[@holiday07]

Morning has broken, but his voice didn’t even after 50 years. Amazing

[@kevinrombouts3027]

I am so very pleased that he has come full circle with music, his music after decades of being uncertain of it. I heard him speak in Brunei in 1996 and he was a long wY from where he is now. Brilliant gift and I'm sure he knows now it is God given for a purpose. I'm a Christian but/and I feel a close affinity with the man as he us now. I'm going to buy his new Tea for the Tillerman which is one of my all time favorite albums. Love it.

[@KevinGonzalez33470]

Pure Legend!! The Music of Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens is timeless and its greatness will never be duplicated!!

[@scottramsey7345]

Love u man. Ur awesome. U make me cry for joy. Glad ur back. Us fans miss u.

[@cardtrix1970]

Superbly done interview, via both the interviewer and interviewee. Yusef's music is timeless and so superbly crafted.

[@alierikenoglu8006]

Loved him then, love him now...may the direction, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him... and us all :)

[@alienonion4636]

From the time this man's music was released and to today it gives me hope.

[@candicekingpalgut9947]

having been on my own since age 14, during the 70s.. Wild World was a truth I lived, and lived hard.

[@tdiron5277]

Then Barefoot teenager in Clearwater Florida. Now Old dude feeling like a teenager in Florida ! Peace

[@deadinside1169]

Moon Shadows. My daughter used to be good friends with his son and went to UAE with them... Sharissa

[@oliciweb5822]

When i see His Face and hear his sound: Sunshines appearing in my soul. Thanks God to for this beautiful creations.

[@seamus7585]

This man, is the gift...

[@blackmore4]

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[@seamus7585]

@@blackmore4 I remember this. I bought the book the day it came out. Over 30 years have gone by since. Do you think people cannot change in such a span of time? Or, do you think that his "return to musick" is for monetary gain only? Or, do you believe he has not changed at all?

[@eyupnail]

Yusuf / Cat Stevens...He has such a great character and personality...Such respect and love to all the people regardless of their religion, nation, color and status. He is a gift to humanity.

[@marklengal9990]

I can’t wait. Such an inspiration man. I have all his albums

[@hildaalderton4513]

You are God's gift to us !!! And I love you singing with the younger you!! ❤️👏🏼🙏🏼💫😘

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Thanks for your appreciation Hilda, God bless you more*

[@hildaalderton4513]

@@MoiradelatorreKZbin 😸🎼✨

[@nanzeez7023]

Always will love these songs, can't wait to get the new Tea for the Tillerman one of my favorites.

[@sharonmores8697]

I have always loved Cat Steven's. He has the most beautiful voice and words that speak volumes of the person he truly is. I listen to his music and also saw Jesus in his songs. You can't love the Father without also loving the son.

[@judycheng766]

Such a beautiful human being ♥️🙏🏽♥️

[@butterfly-pax2604]

His voice is still Amazing. He looks great.

[@mjd111]

You are right, you didn't change!! You have always always been awesome!! I never stopped listening to you ever in my 62 years. We gained wisdom as we got older and sharing our wisdom & experiences is the most important thing we can leave to others. Blessings Forever my Brother Yusuf ✌️❣️

[@cafebacon8974]

Everytime we unfortunately have a mass shooting especially schools, I sing all day where do the children play. It was cat Stevens who got me thru Lisa Lisa and all the other stages of my journey. His spirit is same, my spirit is same. Old but grateful. He is wonderful. Thank you and nameste. Judith

[@trumptorianguard4617]

I love Cat’s music! I grew up with his songs and still play many of them everyday on my guitar! I hope he’s still an advocate for peace!

[@floatingdisembodiedhead8975]

He is and will always be, even more so now

[@sperantaexista1]

Yes Yusuf, you have such a geat gift to bring us so much joy... 🎩❤

[@evermar1]

Saw him 3 years ago at the Pantages, he was amazing, love the man!

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Father and Son.. The tears flow ✌️ 2023

[@Baci302]

LOVE YOU YUSUF! Yusuf tuned down his guitar a half step ... just like I did a couple years ago. lol

[@angeluomo]

Beautiful. Love this man's songs.

[@karenkueter8975]

I love this man and his music. Thank you for your gifts

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@bethgriesauer3825]

This music brings back so many memories of my childhood. Great, great songs!

[@dannyhemphill7618]

Like James Taylor, his voice never changes. One of the 70s very best .

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Thank you Danny !!!* 👍👍👍

[@sibellacin1448]

Every morning ,I wake up to "Morning has broken",it is such a song ..

[@5150pearl]

I love his music and seems like a very sweet man . got me through a lot of stuff in my life . thank you

[@p.c.h.6721]

My sister bought the record, I was 13 or 14 years old, great memories Time goes by so so quickly, I’m now 53 Don’t listen to his songs when your girlfriend/boyfriend breaks up with you, they will make you even more depressed, I’ve been there 🤣

[@simogalile5640]

I could care less what God he worships. He's a man of great talent. I'll always enjoy his music!

[@GoodDaySunshine]

If I could like your comment 1,000 times, I would! That’s what music is about. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sandrashaw6298]

God is God.

[@thehalalreviewer]

He worships the creator of the Universe.

[@yusufeditzzzz]

@@thehalalreviewer where are you from ?

[@thehalalreviewer]

Yusuf I am Italian and I am Muslim and I speak Italian English Spanish and Shami Arabic.

[@JamesAllmond]

Our paths to faith may be different, but through music that speaks to the heart and soul regardless, that so doesn't make a difference. Shouldn't anyway. God Bless You Sir.

[@l.e.m.friedman5965]

Huge fan of the 'Tea for the Tillerman' album, huge fan of the musical Artist. He has been a creative force for good with charitable causes. It maters not what name he goes by or what beliefs he has.We are richer from these songs. I would like to buy the new recording of 'Tea for the Tillerman'. To compare. Thanks for the story!💛

[@MoiradelatorreYouTube]

*Oh wow thanks for this amazing comment Friedman, really appreciate the love and support coming from you* 👍👍👍

[@birdlynn417]

Yeh, Yusuf!! 🤩❤ such a giver to humanity and children!!

[@twwtjohns]

Cat Stevens or Yusuf Islam, I don't care what name he goes by he was a singularly unique artist who made and makes beautiful music still!

[@brendadrumm9708]

Spot on a gent

[@carlbowles1808]

I grew up listening to Cat back in the 1970's he was awesome and still is in 2021. When dog was a donut is my favorite cat Stevens song. No disrespect to Islam, he is still cat Stevens to me.

[@suewolfe3898]

Love his voice! Always have, always will ❤️

[@marcelnicolas3247]

Hello how are you doing today...

[@fernandovillanueva4952]

So, now we know Cat Stevens-Yusuf is not only a writer and singer of universal songs but... A time traveler too!

[@bethb7965]

Listening to his music really takes me back....

[@william8654]

The Cat still sounds good for a geezer!! I would go see him and I am only 30.

[@nonisteele4280]

I'm still listening to him, he did shape my life in the 70's...And even songs from those times resignate today..."If I Laugh" and "How Can I Tell You" Lovelovelove

[@mycatfish2733]

Tq CBS, I love all his songs. Thank you Mr Yusuf Islam a.k.a Cat Steven. You inspire me

[@hnc52]

This could be the healing music we need so desperately. I'm looking forward to Tea For the Tillerman 2!

[@elisejones1715]

YUSUF/ CAT STEVENS YOU & YOUR VOICE & HUMOR ARE A EVERLASTING GIFT TO THIS WORLD !!! WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOU OVER IN U S ! PEACE & LOVE. LISA

[@TrishTruitt]

Wow! He still sounds great. Amazing man and wonderful missions. Also, he's pretty funny.