hello man. i may be from the concrete jungle and live here in the corn fields now, and u might be from the ghetto or whatever, but it doesnt matter how we act in places where people are different. were all the same inside hahahah.
Black, white, Jewish, or Peuto Rican Mr. Sammy Davis was one of THE greatest entertainers to ever grace a stage, club, or movie set! Sammy you are greatly missed! 🥲
I worked in the Grosvenor House Hotel in London in 1970's In one week he did eight concerts, midnight matinees on the Friday and Saturday. Lionel Blair was the support act. I have never witnessed more powerful performances nor such colossal crowd reaction. Some of the biggest names in showbusiness, Mama Cass, Cat Stevens, Roger Moore Joan Collins ...he brought tears to their eyes through his singing dancing and stories of life...his own. I was a wine butler in the Great Room. None of us who worked that week would ever forget what we'd witnessed
This man was an absolute gift from God to all of us. I have never forgotten his smile and beautiful renditions of song and dances. Proudly I think of him as the real Song and Dance man.
Nah Beyonce shows are WAY more entertaining. She doesn't just stand there and sing with a couple tap dance numbers lol. No disrespect to Sammy but what he did just doesn't cut it today.
His autobiography is "Yes I can". Grew up on the tail end of vaudeville; with his two uncles. He wrote he knows that sometimes they went hungry so they could buy food for him. A great life.
"He's living it" Like he said, he hated the song because it reminded him of his possible end. He ended up like most Black performers, ravished by drugs and died broke. The above was his fear, sadly it became 100% true. The man could do it all, dance, sing, act, imitate, played 5/6 instruments.
Best singer ever? Too many brilliant ones to choose from, especially including the ladies. However, as an all round entertainer, either himself or Travolta for the men. Cher for the ladies. ❤😊😅
Heard Don Rickles say, in an interview, the boys in the pack and probably most people in showbiz, considered Sammy to be the greatest entertainer they'd all seen / worked with..
I miss this man so very much. He was a friend of mine, and I thank you for making these videos available. They are priceless. In the 1980's, I was a daily columnist for The Sacramento Union. Life in Sacramento in those days was very dull, so I asked Harrah's Club at Lake Tahoe if they would like someone to review some of their shows. I was surprised that a major paper so close to Tahoe did not have regular entertainment reviewers, so Harrah's was very happy to have me come up from time to time to review the shows. My first big-time review was Sammy. We hit it off instantly. After the first meeting, his manager Murphy Bennett would call me whenever they would be coming back to the resort. We met probably eight times. The interview always took place in the penthouse "Stars' Suite" atop Harrah's, then I'd go to the dinner show, and be invited backstage afterwards for another less formal interview. I was able to bring my wife at the time to meet him, as well. The times we spoke and laughed and "giggled," as he liked to call it, are precious memories for me. In the mid-80's, he was having a hard time quitting drinking. I told him I had recently quit and would be happy to help him. We worked together on this, and he was soon able to stop altogether. But the cigarettes were something else. There was always a big bowl of Pall-Malls on his coffee table, and this was one habit he just could not beat. The cigarettes were what finally got him . I have to tell you this is one of the most fascinating people I have ever met. I absolutely cherish my time with him and Murphy Bennett, and I was heartboken the day he died. I never took my friendship with him for granted. Before he died, we had talked about collaborating on a cook book together that would be aimed at people trying trying to quit booze. We were going to call it "Booze Blues." And then he died. It always fascinated me that wherever he went, he brought this huge chest filled with cooking utensils with him -- and Harrah's had its own five-star restaurant! I come on UA-cam many times to replay these classic songs and to rekindle my memories with my pal Sammy. Thank you again to whomever is making these posts.......Peter Anderson
Peter Anderson thank you for sharing your beautiful memories. My grandmother was a huge fan of Sammy’s and I remember sitting with her and watching him on the variety shows in the 70’s. Tonight I was watching an episode of a television show called Billions, and the Mr. Bojangles song was played in the beginning and at the ending, and it was so moving. I immediately logged on here to watch Sammy’s performance and it felt so comforting. Then, I happened upon your comment and it really made my heart feel good. He was a treasure and I know heaven is a beautiful place because he is there. Thanks again for sharing.
Hey Kathy Hill -- Very cool of you to share your feelings with me about you and your grandmother. I know exactly what you mean. It sounds trite, but he didn't just sing the song, he WAS the song. You would've loved him in person. Incredibly sharp, witty, well-informed and very current. I wasn't prepared to like him so much. All that bad press he got about hugging Nixon at The White House, all that flashy bling, the playboy lifestyle, rumors about his flirting with the Satanic church -- I was very wary at our first meeting. He converted me in about five minutes! One of the most charming, caring, inquisitive and talented individuals I have ever met. Luckily, the evidence of his talent is with us forever. I did all I could to show my appreciation to him, but I still have these lingering doubts that I didn't thank him enough. An absolutely remarkable human being. People who disparage him without having met him should check their biases at the door. Thanks again, Kathy, you made my night!
Peter Anderson doesn’t sound trite at all and I agree with every word. There are other people who sing this song, but you’re right, it embodies him and this is the only version I wanted to hear this evening. Glad I made your night because you sure made mine. Sending you a high five from Michigan. Rest well on your pillow knowing you found a kindred spirit across the miles.❤️
Peter Anderson count yourself among the lucky to have met such an incredible, talented , man. I admired his talent. I wish I had gotten the chance to see him perform live.
No one, absolutely no one does Mr. Bojangles like Sammy Davis Jr. He delivered that song with style, grace, feeling, heart, and meaning. My favorite by this true Legend.
From start to finish, his performance is mesmerising. You're hanging on his every word as he sings his way through this story of a song. Simply brilliant!
Christmas time 2023, I still love this guy. One of the best ever. Sammy can NEVER be replaced. He is a true class act and a true classic. God bless and RIP Sammy. You are greatly missed brother.
I hope Mr.Davis realizes he never became Mr.Bojangles because even after these 30 years after his passing people have never forgotten how talented, beautiful and gifted Sammy Davis Jr was. RIP Legend
Mr Bojangles was written by Jerry Jeff Walker and he wrote it after getting arrested in New Orleans in 1965 and while he was inside the jail, he met a fellow inmate and traveling song and dance man who called himself Mr Bojangles. The lyrics tell the story. It's all right there.
Pure, raw talent. Sammy was a tiny little guy, blind in one eye, had a lot of adversity in his life, but nothing could keep him down. What an amazing entertainer he was, just awesome.
The more you watch this, the more incredible it is. He hardly moves out of conversation mode, yet he's pitch perfect and hits every note. Takes the roof off if he needs to. He's about 60 and "clicks his heels" for real. You hardly notice the dance moves, but they're faultless. The vaudeville is always there, he feeds off the orchestra and vice versa. Somebody in Germany has gold-plated memories!
Although he didn’t write the song, it could have easily described his own life. His father and uncle took him on the road when he was 3 or 4 years old as part of their show. So the Mr. Bojangles he implores to come back could easily refer to one of those men.
@@WilliamsDad1989 Yes but this song is not about the tap dancer Bill Robinson, nicknamed Bojangles (born Luther Robinson). Mr. Walker said that the song was about a homeless guy he met in a prison cell in 1965.
A performance is just fake usually and sadly. Sammy Davis JR was a hardcore satanist doing extremely wicked things that lacked heart, morality, and sentiment. Run and cry out to Jesus Christ, for with Him is all the heart of life and true light. Sammy davis knew about and was working for the devil. The music and entertainment industry is demonic and wicked sadly. Eternity is real, repentance is a gift from God and a real gift that has nothing to do with modern religion. God bless.
Back in the days when he was coming up, you HAD to be a triple threat... singing, dancing, acting. It's not the same now. Sammy was one of a kind, never to be replaced or outshone by anyone.
2024,,, nobody reminds me more of the aura of Mr Bojangles, than Sammy This performance makes me feel, Sammy, feels like part of Mr Bojangles story Sammy is the consummate American patriot, to boot
My grandma loved Sammy Davis Jr. She passed away this morning, so here I am, listening to one of her favorite singers. This song will stick with me forever.
That’s lovely that you can remember your grandma through his music, that’s the sign of legend they never really die they live in their music which in turns makes legends of the ppl who loved them..
BRAN8222 So sorry for your loss. I’ll tell you something, dad passed away but he was revived and was alert and speaking. We asked what he saw, he was in heaven and he saw God and many, many rainbows and palm trees. Other beautiful things that I want to keep private. God bless your Grandma and may she dwell in the kingdom of the lord for ages and ages.
I met Mr. Davis when I did green room studio duty for the TODAY show in 1978. He was so gracious and friendly to all of us normally “jaded” staff who turned out en masse to meet him. I will never forget it❤️. A true national treasure.
So do I. I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Anything Sammy Davis Jr. done on screen, stage,, television, etc. is MAGIC! Happy 97th birthday (belated!) and Thank you Sammy for putting smiles that last for a while 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾!
The man totally transformed that song, put so much meaning into it. It's a beautiful story. Very sad, but uplifting too. Sammy was the best ever at what he did, an all round entertainer that no one else has ever come close to.
It's the way he tells the story of Mr Bojangles whilst singing. Very moving. I can't get through the song without crying. Awesome performance by a musical genius.
This may be the best thing I have seen in years. Truly a classic for all ages. Golden era of actually talented, engaging artists that defined true entertainment for all. Lots of so called "singers" out there. Lots of so called "actors" out there. This man defined being a "Performer". When he puts on the hat, trims the brim, you can see his transformation into his craft.
I totally agree...a true entertainer who did need flames or eat fire, or hug stage props but just the command of the stage and audience with his TALENT. I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Sammy on more than one occasion while we were both entertaining in Las Vegas at the same venue. He also caught my show. I Will always remember your kindness and the musical advice you gave to me ...REST IN PARADISE SAMMY DAVIS. I'd like to think of myself as a true entertainer who can engage an audience by just BEING: Loretta Holloway "I've Never Been To Me" :ua-cam.com/video/MKqAax7MuGg/v-deo.html
I caught this purely by fluke. I’m still crying as I type my comment. I was a little boy when I seen this on t.v and Mr. Sammy Davis Jr captured my heart then as he has now. It was a time of happiness for me and my family. Mr. Davis was the epitome of a stage performer and was all class and grace. I was going to get into how today’s performers rarely show their talent or lack there of but Sammy Davis Jr. does it the best. Thank you for the memories…
This mister Samy Davies stays forever. My my my, mr. Bojangels. Lord, how I love his words, his music and his charisma, yess. God bless his soul forever, amen. I simply love him. ❤
Just Pure Talent - no tricks / gimmicks / gadgets - not an auto tune or Loop pedal in sight....pure Skill talent and class The one the only Mr Sammy Davis Jr
Wer kann Einsamkeit besser verkörpern und gleichzeitig tanzen. The rat pack. Sammy war der größte. Dean hat ihn nicht hochkommen lassen. Frank Sinatra auch net. Sammy war andersfarbig .is voll schad. Tut nir leid um ihn. Auch um Sinatra und den smarten old drink winer.
100K likes.. and zero dislikes. Whew. That makes me feel good... because anybody who doesn't like this performance is clearly a sociopath. The dude is magic.
I remember when this wonderful song came out by the one and only Mr. Sammy Davis Jr. I cried then and I still do each time I hear it. Thank you for entertaining us Sammy. REST IN ETERNAL PEACE 🙏💞
He lived without God in life. He'll live without God in death. God nowhere promises peace without an authentic relationship with the very giver of life and peace itself. Don't shoot the messager. The Gospel of Jesus Christ has never been ambiguous to those who truly seek it
I can say i’m truly honored to have heard all the stories from my family that had him around. My great grandmother was a dance performer and worked with Josephine Baker,Billy Holiday, and most of all Sammy. When she was out dancing he would watch over my grandmother backstage and make her laugh with all of his impressions,dancing, and singing was actually became her godfather. Truly a nice man from I heard from everyone! His voice is storytelling for sure ♥️
@@peterhall728 yeah she just recently passed this past November, lived to be 97… So she had pictures of all these instances with celebs hanging on her walls and love to tell the tales of em. Always explained Sammy was the most humble and down to earth person she’s met.
As a kid from Liverpool, I never saw religion or colour but I recognised something that spoke to me through performance or music - He had it all in bucket loads and I thank him for that
@@leyladerben4227 I'm a kid and I agree with the second statement, but the second statement I can slightly disagree. I personally don't live in America, but the artists there don't have as much talent as the older generation, it's all autotuned now. However, autotune does make some good music.
Derben Leyla I disagree . He was more popular then the guy who wrote the original and this version is like more 🤷♀️and that’s just being honest . There isn’t talent specific to old school talent and that’s the truth . Especially tap dancing , swinging , singing . It’s all different . It’s not bad now a days but it definitely cannot compare
Just a reminder to those who have forgotten - real music and entertainment is still alive today. Don't let the internet cloud your mind. Just because your taste of music isn't in the mainstream doesn't mean all hope in the world is lost. There's more people than you may think that still love and cherish this music. Still to this day pulling inspiration. Just like with comedy, music is subjective.
Always loved watching Sammy Davis Jr. They actually sang. Live with their own voices back then instead of having it taped and doing lip sync. Vip Sammy
Jerry Jeff Walker was an American country music singer and songwriter. He is best known for writing the 1968 song "Mr. Bojangles" He passed away on 23 October 2020.
My father used to sing this song to me as a little girl. I used to want him to sing that song to me over that and to swing me around fast. Hard to believe that was 45 yrs ago or more and my Dad has been gone 8 yrs. Life is a mess and I miss him terribly. Some day Ill get to see him again.
This song is such a classic. It makes me cry every time I hear it. Some songs are just soothing to the soul & this by far is one of them. It really touches my soul when he says, the dog up & died & he grieved. I felt that because my precious dogs died & I know about grieving a lifetime. I loved my dogs!!!! Thank You Sammie David Jr. For the great memories & singing such an amazing song!! RIP ❤️
he said one time he sang this song because he felt like bojangles and one day would lose everything like bojangles did..that is why he was very emotional while singing this song
16 at school. Drama department were doing a musical show (own written) I had my role changed as one of the students were taken ill. I volunteered to swap parts. I couldn't dance as good as the other student. But this was the song I ended up doing. It was Last minute, I'm suprised I didn't choke up when doing this. Never been a huge rat pack fan, like the occasional Dean Martin song. But this is my number 1 favourite rat pack song. Thank you Sammy
I don't think he had the recognition he deserved when he was alive. By far the best all round entertainer there has ever been. A truly gifted entertainer.
He had it all, The Voice , The Timing, The Story, The class. Why did the whole world know Sammy Davis Jr when we had one TV channel and no internet. This is why. An irreplaceable talent.
He's not singing a song, he's telling a story. A priceless performance.
Bingo 😁
@@RonSiwicki huuekkky
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Exactly
The story is about Bill Robinson who is known as Mr. Bojangles.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Robinson
Im a 38 yr old mexican guy from the ghetto in south central LA. I come back to this video every year. Hello from 2024
Hey man , I’m in the uk and when I need a pickup I come back to this ,
Have you ever seen another man with so much class as sammy .. wonderful.
Same ehre -- brilliant performance! @@Rogue-cg1rm
Good on you. What a performance!!
hello man. i may be from the concrete jungle and live here in the corn fields now, and u might be from the ghetto or whatever, but it doesnt matter how we act in places where people are different. were all the same inside hahahah.
@@Rogue-cg1rmso much the very eyes of age 😢
Black, white, Jewish, or Peuto Rican Mr. Sammy Davis was one of THE greatest entertainers to ever grace a stage, club, or movie set! Sammy you are greatly missed! 🥲
Yep! All faiths….
So true
He was truly a wonderful talented entertainer! Always loved him!
This is 2024 and I still listen to Sammy Davis Jr. He is one of my favorite entertainers. I always love to see him perform Mr. Bojangles. 😊😎❤
I have been listening to this for years now.
I play this regularly and thoroughly enjoy it.
❤
He's so boring nothing exciting about this cross eye man
He is everything.
I pity you.
I worked in the Grosvenor House Hotel in London in 1970's In one week he did eight concerts, midnight matinees on the Friday and Saturday. Lionel Blair was the support act. I have never witnessed more powerful performances nor such colossal crowd reaction. Some of the biggest names in showbusiness, Mama Cass, Cat Stevens, Roger Moore Joan Collins ...he brought tears to their eyes through his singing dancing and stories of life...his own. I was a wine butler in the Great Room. None of us who worked that week would ever forget what we'd witnessed
Wow what memories
you're one blessed mfer
Thanks for Sharing
Fantastic.......
How Wonderful 🥰❤️🥰 Thank You for Your Special Story 🥹
Who is still listening in 2021? What an artist, a musical story teller. Genius!
me
Right here, friend
Me too he’s brilliant 😍
Yes!
Right here
Oh the time, when music was still music, and singers could sing.
Well said,
This man was an absolute gift from God to all of us. I have never forgotten his smile and beautiful renditions of song and dances. Proudly I think of him as the real Song and Dance man.
Well said.
We don’t have pure entertainers like this anymore ! One of the all time best ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
No doubt, he was so incredibly talented.
Got that right 👍❤️ he sure was the best my favorite rat pack performer RIP SAMMIE DAVIS JUNIOR 👍😞❤️
Nah Beyonce shows are WAY more entertaining.
She doesn't just stand there and sing with a couple tap dance numbers lol.
No disrespect to Sammy but what he did just doesn't cut it today.
@@KrolKaz now I see how you got that name lol.....he said Beyonce 😏
His autobiography is "Yes I can". Grew up on the tail end of vaudeville; with his two uncles. He wrote he knows that sometimes they went hungry so they could buy food for him. A great life.
He isn't just singing this song. He is living it.
He was a brilliant performer was Sammy
I look forward to dying and being part of great people
Sammy sang about Mr. Bojangles for many years, somewhere along the way he transformed into him
that's a not true. sammy wasn't close to being like bo jangles.
"He's living it"
Like he said, he hated the song because it reminded him of his possible end.
He ended up like most Black performers, ravished by drugs and died broke.
The above was his fear, sadly it became 100% true.
The man could do it all, dance, sing, act, imitate, played 5/6 instruments.
Dam that was great. Pure class. We lost class along the way..
I'm 71 and have seen everyone. You are the greatest entertainer I have ever seen. Hope I meet you in heaven ..rip
❤
You will.
My grandpa sang this on my birthday. It was the last performance he ever did. It was magical. 5 days later he died. I come here and cry everytime.
That is so beautiful , sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss. I cry every time I hear it too
Sorry Hannah for your loss, I personally love Bobby Dylans version try and listen to it it's beautiful, God bless you.
My grandfather is dying infront of my very eyes as I write this. I'm playing this for him. He loves Sammy Davis Jnr. Best wishes.
Hannah Faith I am crying from hearing that!!!
So Beautiful
It’s now 2023!! This man is the best singer ever!! He knows exactly how to sing and dance. Thankyou Sammy Davis Jnr. 💐🤗
no words really ....but that is what you call class
He was a natural. Many great singers have to work very hard at it. Sammy seemed effortless in his performances. Amazing.
The Man
A pure legend
Best singer ever? Too many brilliant ones to choose from, especially including the ladies. However, as an all round entertainer, either himself or Travolta for the men. Cher for the ladies. ❤😊😅
Me at 82 years, still my No. 1 go to when I get tired of all the modern shit on the radio these days.
🤣😂
I'm 51 and I agree with you. Nothing compares to these old standards. Imagine what Sammy would think of the stuff today??
I’m 46 I have just discovered Sammy Davies .. what a name ,
Me at 47 listening to Sammy. Also dean. I personally believe that Frank is overrated. I love them alll
Im 20 and discoverd him years ago sammy is one of the reasons i made it this far
its times like this i realize how important youtube can be
I worked at Harrah's Lake Tahoe back in the day. I had the pleasure of seeing his shows there. Sammy Davis Jr. was the ultimate showman.
Would have been nice to see this on MTV
Absolute legend 😘
The internet is like a time machine
me too :)
60 year old English guy, love both Sammy and this song !
Heard Don Rickles say, in an interview, the boys in the pack and probably most people in showbiz, considered Sammy to be the greatest entertainer they'd all seen / worked with..
I miss this man so very much. He was a friend of mine, and I thank you for making these videos available. They are priceless. In the 1980's, I was a daily columnist for The Sacramento Union. Life in Sacramento in those days was very dull, so I asked Harrah's Club at Lake Tahoe if they would like someone to review some of their shows. I was surprised that a major paper so close to Tahoe did not have regular entertainment reviewers, so Harrah's was very happy to have me come up from time to time to review the shows. My first big-time review was Sammy. We hit it off instantly. After the first meeting, his manager Murphy Bennett would call me whenever they would be coming back to the resort. We met probably eight times. The interview always took place in the penthouse "Stars' Suite" atop Harrah's, then I'd go to the dinner show, and be invited backstage afterwards for another less formal interview. I was able to bring my wife at the time to meet him, as well. The times we spoke and laughed and "giggled," as he liked to call it, are precious memories for me. In the mid-80's, he was having a hard time quitting drinking. I told him I had recently quit and would be happy to help him. We worked together on this, and he was soon able to stop altogether. But the cigarettes were something else. There was always a big bowl of Pall-Malls on his coffee table, and this was one habit he just could not beat. The cigarettes were what finally got him . I have to tell you this is one of the most fascinating people I have ever met. I absolutely cherish my time with him and Murphy Bennett, and I was heartboken the day he died. I never took my friendship with him for granted. Before he died, we had talked about collaborating on a cook book together that would be aimed at people trying trying to quit booze. We were going to call it "Booze Blues." And then he died. It always fascinated me that wherever he went, he brought this huge chest filled with cooking utensils with him -- and Harrah's had its own five-star restaurant! I come on UA-cam many times to replay these classic songs and to rekindle my memories with my pal Sammy. Thank you again to whomever is making these posts.......Peter Anderson
Peter Anderson thank you for sharing your beautiful memories. My grandmother was a huge fan of Sammy’s and I remember sitting with her and watching him on the variety shows in the 70’s. Tonight I was watching an episode of a television show called Billions, and the Mr. Bojangles song was played in the beginning and at the ending, and it was so moving. I immediately logged on here to watch Sammy’s performance and it felt so comforting. Then, I happened upon your comment and it really made my heart feel good. He was a treasure and I know heaven is a beautiful place because he is there. Thanks again for sharing.
Hey Kathy Hill -- Very cool of you to share your feelings with me about you and your grandmother. I know exactly what you mean. It sounds trite, but he didn't just sing the song, he WAS the song. You would've loved him in person. Incredibly sharp, witty, well-informed and very current. I wasn't prepared to like him so much. All that bad press he got about hugging Nixon at The White House, all that flashy bling, the playboy lifestyle, rumors about his flirting with the Satanic church -- I was very wary at our first meeting. He converted me in about five minutes! One of the most charming, caring, inquisitive and talented individuals I have ever met. Luckily, the evidence of his talent is with us forever. I did all I could to show my appreciation to him, but I still have these lingering doubts that I didn't thank him enough. An absolutely remarkable human being. People who disparage him without having met him should check their biases at the door. Thanks again, Kathy, you made my night!
Peter Anderson doesn’t sound trite at all and I agree with every word. There are other people who sing this song, but you’re right, it embodies him and this is the only version I wanted to hear this evening. Glad I made your night because you sure made mine. Sending you a high five from Michigan. Rest well on your pillow knowing you found a kindred spirit across the miles.❤️
Right on, Kathy Hill! And same right backatcha!
Peter Anderson count yourself among the lucky to have met such an incredible, talented , man. I admired his talent. I wish I had gotten the chance to see him perform live.
No one, absolutely no one does Mr. Bojangles like Sammy Davis Jr. He delivered that song with style, grace, feeling, heart, and meaning. My favorite by this true Legend.
Robbie Williams had a good go at Knebworth in 2003 with my mate Max on piano , but I think he knew in is heart he was no Sammy Davis Jr.
Yes it’s very good, I personally prefer Nina Simone’s version
Sammy was the most talented out of all of them in the Rat Pack.
Take a look at Michael Jackson's Moonwalk. Sammy did it first.
not a chance, original kills it
Unlike a majority of today's "artists" there's a confidence AND humility in the performance. A true and highly talented performer. RIP Sammy
Sammy Davis Jr. just oozes class and charisma. What a unique talent.
Still come back often in 2022. Sammy didn’t just sing, he told a story, at his own pace. It made it a performance. That’s a true entertainer
Amen to this
Me too
Me too
Well-expressed!
Since he was like 5 yrs old .
What a tragically beautiful thing it is to fall in love with a man who took his last breath before I took my first. A perfect performer he was.
You have a wonderful mind .
So beautiful
Ein wunderschöner Satz❤
That's really deeeeeeeeeeep 😢😢
2024 and your memory still lives on Mr. Sammy Davis Jr.
I had the honor of seeing one of Sammy Davis shows in Las Vegas. Simpy said, I was blown away.
From start to finish, his performance is mesmerising. You're hanging on his every word as he sings his way through this story of a song.
Simply brilliant!
Sammy Davis Jr. was the most talented member of the Rat Pack - IMHO!
WHO CAN DO THIS IN THIS DAY AND AGE...NO ONE COME'S TO MIND...👏😀😀💖
@@jasonliebenberg4909 robbie williams did a good attempt at the song. He had a dancer come down the stairs onto the stage. Very good 👍
I wasn't in the crowd that day.
Absolutely Spot On!!!
Sending shivers down my spine. What a performer.
Same here.
He was pure class
Absolutely amazing
I am 47 and I wish I were a child of the late 50's so I could have experienced these guys and then went to Woodstock
Dearly missed. I was blessed to spend some time with him at his condo shortly before he passed. I brought E. Taylor to see him.
I had the pleasure of seeing Frank, Sammy and Liza in the one concert and Sammy Davis Jr was on a completely other level the consummate showman.
The Man.. the Song.. the Dance.. the Love .. the Whistle.. nothing compares. 💚💙💖
Still loving it in 2023
Christmas time 2023, I still love this guy. One of the best ever. Sammy can NEVER be replaced. He is a true class act and a true classic. God bless and RIP Sammy. You are greatly missed brother.
It’s the first time I listened to this song. It’s classic!
for MANY reasons...it made me cry.....and I am a grown ass man! What a legend.
Agree 😢
I hope Mr.Davis realizes he never became Mr.Bojangles because even after these 30 years after his passing people have never forgotten how talented, beautiful and gifted Sammy Davis Jr was. RIP Legend
Amen to that
Before MJ, Prince, and Sly.The Maestro !
You guys.....one of a kind, sammy really was something!!!
@L T Why do you feel it necessary to smear a great performers memory, WHY!!
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I don’t see anyone in the comments talking about bojangles who the song is dedicated too what a great performance from Sammy Davis 2 legends 🕊😇
For those who are interested Mr Bo jangles was one of the original black performers in movies he did played opposite to Shirley temple.
Mr Bojangles was written by Jerry Jeff Walker and he wrote it after getting arrested in New Orleans in 1965 and while he was inside the jail, he met a fellow inmate and traveling song and dance man who called himself Mr Bojangles. The lyrics tell the story. It's all right there.
I love this song , this performance makes me feel very happy
Pure, raw talent. Sammy was a tiny little guy, blind in one eye, had a lot of adversity in his life, but nothing could keep him down. What an amazing entertainer he was, just awesome.
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Perfect!!!
He was the greatest, ever.
And his voice was sensational!
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This live performance puts millions of studio recordings to shame... A true legend...
The more you watch this, the more incredible it is. He hardly moves out of conversation mode, yet he's pitch perfect and hits every note. Takes the roof off if he needs to. He's about 60 and "clicks his heels" for real. You hardly notice the dance moves, but they're faultless. The vaudeville is always there, he feeds off the orchestra and vice versa. Somebody in Germany has gold-plated memories!
So true, I can’t stop watching it‼️❤️
Although he didn’t write the song, it could have easily described his own life. His father and uncle took him on the road when he was 3 or 4 years old as part of their show. So the Mr. Bojangles he implores to come back could easily refer to one of those men.
Let's also not forget the drummer switching flawlessly from brushes to sticks then back to brushes.
@@WilliamsDad1989 Yes but this song is not about the tap dancer Bill Robinson, nicknamed Bojangles (born Luther Robinson). Mr. Walker said that the song was about a homeless guy he met in a prison cell in 1965.
@@janpcs Yes, I was aware. Actually saw them early 70's and told the story before singing it.
Doesn't get any better
13 million views... I reckon 20,000 of those are from me 😮.. absolutely love the way Sammy does this song
One of The greatest performers to ever live!!! So much talent I cry with joy watching him.
Yes! Exactly. I can't watch this without tears in my eyes. Genius. A wonderful performance by a wonderful man.
Absolutely!
Lady M, I am with you 1000%. The Best of the Best.
He was a natural-born talent. I've seen old video clips of him as early as 7-8 years old and he could do just about anything well musically.
Yes, absolutely 💯
I don’t know why I’m crying. So touched by this amazing performance ❤️
A performance is just fake usually and sadly. Sammy Davis JR was a hardcore satanist doing extremely wicked things that lacked heart, morality, and sentiment. Run and cry out to Jesus Christ, for with Him is all the heart of life and true light. Sammy davis knew about and was working for the devil. The music and entertainment industry is demonic and wicked sadly. Eternity is real, repentance is a gift from God and a real gift that has nothing to do with modern religion. God bless.
damn onions anyhow :(
It's my favorite performance of this song.
Me too
because it is a brilliant performance, full of human kindness, he is a legend
I’m 25 and admit My generation of performers can’t touch this 🔥
Back in the days when he was coming up, you HAD to be a triple threat... singing, dancing, acting. It's not the same now. Sammy was one of a kind, never to be replaced or outshone by anyone.
i'm 40. same.
Us old people would say: you've been here before"😍
2024,,, nobody reminds me more of the aura of Mr Bojangles, than Sammy
This performance makes me feel, Sammy, feels like part of Mr Bojangles story
Sammy is the consummate American patriot, to boot
My grandma loved Sammy Davis Jr. She passed away this morning, so here I am, listening to one of her favorite singers. This song will stick with me forever.
That’s lovely that you can remember your grandma through his music, that’s the sign of legend they never really die they live in their music which in turns makes legends of the ppl who loved them..
Your Grandma must have been a very smart lady..
BRAN8222
So sorry for your loss. I’ll tell you something, dad passed away but he was revived and was alert and speaking. We asked what he saw, he was in heaven and he saw God and many, many rainbows and palm trees. Other beautiful things that I want to keep private.
God bless your Grandma and may she dwell in the kingdom of the lord for ages and ages.
@@jackieevans4717 thank you for the kind words. I hope you get to spend many more happy years with your father
And she will always be with you.
They don't make performers like this anymore.
No they don't. May be the most beautiful rendition of a song I have ever heard. Bravo!
So so sad but no they don't
They certainly don't .. enjoy watching a real star !
Bruno Mars is quite literally a reincarnation of Sammy
@@Blackhawk211 blasphemy
"Ya see son...I drinks a bit."
Sammy toll wunderbar.Einer der besten Songs aller Zeiten.Danke Sammy.Ruhe in Frieden.😢
2023 and Sammy is still magic.
On ne l oublie jamais fantastique Samy le talent à l état pur
Yes he is here in our hearts
Wherever loves this music. Sammy is there🥰🥰🥰
Can you ever replace this magical man ?
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No one can perform this song like Sammy! He was so classy, a gentleman with great talent!
I'm an old Goth/Punk/Rock music lover but this is still one of my favourite ever songs. His phrasing etc is just amazing.... Keep dancing Sammy
I met Mr. Davis when I did green room studio duty for the TODAY show in 1978. He was so gracious and friendly to all of us normally “jaded” staff who turned out en masse to meet him. I will never forget it❤️. A true national treasure.
I loved him so. Still do.
@@youjoker9647 yeah
thats your opnion
In my opinion, this is the only singer who has a more beautiful voice than Elvis.
A great and very sad song.
Watched this vid 100x or more. Never gets old. Incredible entertainer.
What a performance, best renditions of this song, still listening to him sing in 2022.
Same here Nancy
How are you doing 🤗
Me too xxx
Keith Whitley version. Love Sammy and this is his song but still prefer Keith's version more
One of the GOATS 👌🏻
So do I. I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Anything Sammy Davis Jr. done on screen, stage,, television, etc. is MAGIC! Happy 97th birthday (belated!) and Thank you Sammy for putting smiles that last for a while 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾!
Who in gods name gave this performance a thumbs down…… pure genius
Nobody “Thumbs Down” this Performance Its just a YT Crap System That EVERYTHING has to have “some TDS” YT is just a CIA System!
Philistines , that's who
Ones who do not appreciate true talent when confronted but then who am I to judg. Amazing talent.
Why would you give any thought to who gave a thumbs down? You must be pretty neurotic.
Such a one in life time star.genius
The man totally transformed that song, put so much meaning into it.
It's a beautiful story.
Very sad, but uplifting too.
Sammy was the best ever at what he did, an all round entertainer that no one else has ever come close to.
It's the way he tells the story of Mr Bojangles whilst singing. Very moving. I can't get through the song without crying. Awesome performance by a musical genius.
2022 and we are still loving this. Anyone else?
Yes June 30th 2022👍
Yes! And we wouldn't know the song without Robbie Williams.
This may be the best thing I have seen in years. Truly a classic for all ages. Golden era of actually talented, engaging artists that defined true entertainment for all. Lots of so called "singers" out there. Lots of so called "actors" out there. This man defined being a "Performer". When he puts on the hat, trims the brim, you can see his transformation into his craft.
Class act 👌🏻
An era when shows had full orchestras and songs that told stories. Incredible
Was just thinking the same thing. How "entertainment" has changed
You are so sweet
I totally agree...a true entertainer who did need flames or eat fire, or hug stage props but just the command of the stage and audience with his TALENT. I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Sammy on more than one occasion while we were both entertaining in Las Vegas at the same venue. He also caught my show. I Will always remember your kindness and the musical advice you gave to me ...REST IN PARADISE SAMMY DAVIS. I'd like to think of myself as a true entertainer who can engage an audience by just BEING: Loretta Holloway "I've Never Been To Me"
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This is what a true entertainer was! Timeless, classic and supreme!
He was 60 years old here and absolutely mesmerizing.
yeah he was in great shape
I am 60 years old too. This makes me so emotional.
Lovely song gavin in hastings east sussex
The best I remember him when he was young he has only got better what a memory
I caught this purely by fluke. I’m still crying as I type my comment. I was a little boy when I seen this on t.v and Mr. Sammy Davis Jr captured my heart then as he has now. It was a time of happiness for me and my family. Mr. Davis was the epitome of a stage performer and was all class and grace. I was going to get into how today’s performers rarely show their talent or lack there of but Sammy Davis Jr. does it the best. Thank you for the memories…
unforgettable and uncomparable, R.I.P. Sammy
This mister Samy Davies stays forever. My my my, mr. Bojangels. Lord, how I love his words, his music and his charisma, yess. God bless his soul forever, amen. I simply love him. ❤
Oh, my, what a performance. Orchestra and Mr. Sammy Davis. Got me enchanted, tearstruck and almost speechless.
I'm already feeling goosebumps
Alllll the feels!!!! 💚💚💚
Always makes me cry
As an African man who grew up in the 80s and 90s... i can testify how much we as humanity have lost.
Me too!
Just Pure Talent - no tricks / gimmicks / gadgets - not an auto tune or Loop pedal in sight....pure Skill talent and class
The one the only Mr Sammy Davis Jr
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Very well said Sr..
Wait until you find out what he hid in his pants
Wer kann Einsamkeit besser verkörpern und gleichzeitig tanzen. The rat pack. Sammy war der größte. Dean hat ihn nicht hochkommen lassen. Frank Sinatra auch net.
Sammy war andersfarbig .is voll schad. Tut nir leid um ihn. Auch um Sinatra und den smarten old drink winer.
100%
He could sing any song & it was a gift for us to hear it 😊
100K likes.. and zero dislikes. Whew. That makes me feel good... because anybody who doesn't like this performance is clearly a sociopath. The dude is magic.
I remember when this wonderful song came out by the one and only Mr. Sammy Davis Jr. I cried then and I still do each time I hear it. Thank you for entertaining us Sammy. REST IN ETERNAL PEACE 🙏💞
I remember listening to it when I was in elementary school and I loved it then and I love it now
@@theodoregoodman7973 ditto
I Think Billy Joe's is also Very Good. Y'all know Billy wrote it right?.
@@amywolff7465no l dint know that l hread something about Billy Joel writing it though
@@amywolff7465 Jerry Jeff Walker
Pure talent. No finetuning and autotune. What an artists! The orchestra sounds wonderful.
Incredible, talented gentleman with amazing tenacity embracing life. There will never be another Sammy Davis Jr.
There are no more talented entertainers like Sammy.
Listening to this. First time in the 2020s. Won’t be the last. Wow!
Glad you found it , this man was 1 of the very best . I watch this whenever I need a lift . God bless him
I am listening as learning songs to do a tribute to rat pack, I just tried I gotta be me! Wow that is hard !
The greatest entertainer who ever lived. Bar none.
@@billyfleming7511 it was the last, hairy beat sadly left us in feb
Me to.....🙌🏾
His voice is heartwarming. May he rest in peace.
So true
With all thought s keep on trucking!
He lived without God in life. He'll live without God in death. God nowhere promises peace without an authentic relationship with the very giver of life and peace itself. Don't shoot the messager. The Gospel of Jesus Christ has never been ambiguous to those who truly seek it
@@DG-mv6zw my God would never punish a man who cared for so many of God's children. Today in a veteran finding comfort with him.
@@DG-mv6zw do you listen to his songs since you are here ? Genuine question
I really love this song , and I still listen to his music in 2023 ! Priceless ! There is no One like him
😢❤ what a fantastic All round TOP ENTERTAINER!!!! BRILLIANT BRILLIANT ❤
I can say i’m truly honored to have heard all the stories from my family that had him around. My great grandmother was a dance performer and worked with Josephine Baker,Billy Holiday, and most of all Sammy. When she was out dancing he would watch over my grandmother backstage and make her laugh with all of his impressions,dancing, and singing was actually became her godfather. Truly a nice man from I heard from everyone! His voice is storytelling for sure ♥️
wow.incredible.what a life your Great grandmother must of had.
@@peterhall728 yeah she just recently passed this past November, lived to be 97… So she had pictures of all these instances with celebs hanging on her walls and love to tell the tales of em. Always explained Sammy was the most humble and down to earth person she’s met.
I always love hearing good things about people I admire, it's getting rare these days.
@@sgtpepper1138 i’m glad i could spread spread a little happiness by tell her story :)
You are blessed
The man could dance. The man could sing. The man could mesmerise.
I have seen him on stage in Munich 1985, so great, an Entertainer by himself
As a kid from Liverpool, I never saw religion or colour but I recognised something that spoke to me through performance or music -
He had it all in bucket loads and I thank him for that
crazy to think this legend was michael jackson’s inspiration
Hey hey Faye, very true!
Hey hey Faye have a great day!
Never knew that thanks for the knowledge
Notice how Sammy wears and tips his hat!
I saw Sammy perform this song in Lake Tahoe when I was a little girl with my parents. I loved him now and loved him then!
The "Rat Pack" was incredible, but not one possessed the insane talents of this megastar.
Thanks Sammy.
Dr Why Agreed
So true.
Dont forget Frank!
@@ElectroIsMyReligion and dean
And Dennis
This is such a touching song ,I'm still listening in 2023.
What a showman! Today 03/18/2024 This Old Sky Trooper/Sailor is still playing one of the Best. RIP SiR:
They don’t make em like Sammy anymore. A bygone era where talent was on a whole different level.
@Mārcis Bukovskis Because crappy music is popular. The biggest problem is bad songs.
@@leyladerben4227 I'm a kid and I agree with the second statement, but the second statement I can slightly disagree. I personally don't live in America, but the artists there don't have as much talent as the older generation, it's all autotuned now. However, autotune does make some good music.
James Henderson No you’re not apparently you love him because you came all the way here to listen to him sing ❤️how cute .
OriginalMasters he’s just pretending he knows he likes this man . Some white folks don’t like to admit who their idols really are
Derben Leyla I disagree . He was more popular then the guy who wrote the original and this version is like more 🤷♀️and that’s just being honest . There isn’t talent specific to old school talent and that’s the truth . Especially tap dancing , swinging , singing . It’s all different . It’s not bad now a days but it definitely cannot compare
Hey kids. Take note. This is real music. Real entertainment. No gimmicks. No nudity. Pure class.
Hard to say nudity wouldn't improve this though.
Just a reminder to those who have forgotten - real music and entertainment is still alive today. Don't let the internet cloud your mind. Just because your taste of music isn't in the mainstream doesn't mean all hope in the world is lost. There's more people than you may think that still love and cherish this music. Still to this day pulling inspiration. Just like with comedy, music is subjective.
@@RL-im7ww 😂😂😂
Yeah. That was saved for backstage. When Mr. Sinatra said it was okay.
you are NOT lying harleygal420
Always loved watching Sammy Davis Jr. They actually sang. Live with their own voices back then instead of having it taped and doing lip sync. Vip Sammy
The man had style ... class ... grace. He could sing ok too.
Jerry Jeff Walker was an American country music singer and songwriter. He is best known for writing the 1968 song "Mr. Bojangles" He passed away on 23 October 2020.
What a talented man.
Jerry Jeff Walker wrote this and its quite q story how he wrote it. Jerry Jeff Walker and Sammy Davis were both talented men. R.I.P. to both
Wow only recently he passed. 💔
thanks for posting. I missed that. I had heard of JJW - didn't know he wrote Bojangles.
Robbie william introduce me to mr bojangles, before then I realized sammy jr. great song. RIP jerry.
My father used to sing this song to me as a little girl. I used to want him to sing that song to me over that and to swing me around fast. Hard to believe that was 45 yrs ago or more and my Dad has been gone 8 yrs. Life is a mess and I miss him terribly. Some day Ill get to see him again.
Your father sounds like a good man. Hope things work out for you.
😭🙏❤️❤️🙏
:(
God bless you, you will be with your father again believing that.
God bless you. You will be with your father again believe in that.
I love Sammy tears rolling down my cheeks. Tx
This song is such a classic. It makes me cry every time I hear it. Some songs are just soothing to the soul & this by far is one of them. It really touches my soul when he says, the dog up & died & he grieved. I felt that because my precious dogs died & I know about grieving a lifetime. I loved my dogs!!!! Thank You Sammie David Jr. For the great memories & singing such an amazing song!! RIP ❤️
Can you imagine being in that audience and witnessing HISTORY!!!!💚💚💚💚💚
This is a storytelling genius. Mr. Davis was a true artist who entertained with a spirit of excellence!
he said one time he sang this song because he felt like bojangles and one day would lose everything like bojangles did..that is why he was very emotional while singing this song
16 at school. Drama department were doing a musical show (own written)
I had my role changed as one of the students were taken ill.
I volunteered to swap parts. I couldn't dance as good as the other student. But this was the song I ended up doing. It was Last minute, I'm suprised I didn't choke up when doing this.
Never been a huge rat pack fan, like the occasional Dean Martin song. But this is my number 1 favourite rat pack song. Thank you Sammy
Thank you Mr. Davis! We have been privileged to have been your audience.
I am a metalhead with tears in his eyes. RIP my friend.
I’ve never seen this performance before. Now, I’ll never forget it!
Besser kann man es nicht beschreiben.
Me too
This guy's a National Treasure, Sammy Davis Jr. ❤
Hi Jill💐💐
I don't think he had the recognition he deserved when he was alive. By far the best all round entertainer there has ever been. A truly gifted entertainer.
Now THIS is a real showman - rest in peace Sammy 🤩❤️
He had it all, The Voice , The Timing, The Story, The class. Why did the whole world know Sammy Davis Jr when we had one TV channel and no internet. This is why. An irreplaceable talent.