Zane Williams - "While I Was Away" (Steamboat Music Fest)

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  • Опубліковано 5 січ 2014
  • While on Kyle Hutton's Real Life Real Music, Mr. Zane Williams performed a beautiful rendition of his "While I Was Away" in the Deep Eddie Media Lounge -- Steamboat MusicFest 2014. Captured unexpectedly on film, with audio mixed by Harold Rubens.
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  • @McScott76
    @McScott76 5 років тому +16

    One of the greatest country songs ever written. Period.

  • @allenbuchmiller8282
    @allenbuchmiller8282 8 років тому +21

    Been a driver for 30 years, lost my wife and best friend this past year to disease, I'm a grandpa and this hit hard, thanks for such a wonderful song and one thats so true

  • @MrJoRobb
    @MrJoRobb 9 років тому +27

    Wow what a powerful song! As a father of 5 and being active duty US NAVY this song hits me hard. To all those men out there who are working hard to give your kids a better life remember they are a GIFT not an obligation. All to often we take that for granted. We need men in this country to build strong, God fearing children who are driven to do the same when they are grown.

  • @Christyc250
    @Christyc250 5 років тому +9

    I was fortunate to meet this man twice this summer in MT. He recognized my friend from texas. But I told him this song was exactly my dads life when me and my sis where growing up. I told him if I could write music I would write the other view point to this song.
    Love you dad, I understand what you had to do.

  • @JoshFuller
    @JoshFuller 9 років тому +18

    One of the best written songs by one of the best songwriters there is!

  • @Jahidi2
    @Jahidi2 10 років тому +22

    This hits real close to home with me. Working in the oil fields in ND. It's not the dollar that strives me to be out here, it's the lessons learned and trying to teach my son that you have to do what it takes to provide.

    • @hou713tx
      @hou713tx 7 років тому

      Jahidi2 Right on its great sacrifice for your family that you make to be away home.

    • @mcconn27
      @mcconn27 6 років тому

      Jahidi2 they may be what is wrong with the world.

    • @Christyc250
      @Christyc250 6 років тому

      I live in the oilfields of ND. But this was man dad who was a house mover for 24 years. Only saw him two months out of the year when I was growing up. Song makes me reflect back to those times.

    • @rudeboy_swayz6526
      @rudeboy_swayz6526 4 роки тому +1

      Jahidi2 baby girl is 1 year old and baby girl number two is due in 8 weeks. I have been away for two months now, out here trying to pay the bills in the Permian basin. Love this song. Hits close to home . God bless the working man and god bless the oilfield and the families of the men and women working it.

  • @brandonlund4891
    @brandonlund4891 10 місяців тому

    Love this guy! My wife and I were supposed go to one of his New Years' Eve concerts, but we weren't able to make it. I remember it was right after my first tour in Iraq, and my daughter (first born) came while I was deployed. This guy devoted this song to us that night. Unfortunately, we weren't able to be there because we didn't have a sitter, but he still posted it on his Facebook page. Classy guy and phenomenal artist!

  • @jasonmorris159
    @jasonmorris159 2 роки тому +1

    This song is guaranteed to hit you in the nuts every time. I know other jobs feel it too but this hits way too close to home for someone on the railroad.

  • @wyocory1
    @wyocory1 10 років тому +12

    Being a 24yo over the road truck driver with a 4yo at the house. This song breaks me down and kicks my ass. Miss you Damien, you take care of your momma!

    • @rockinredneck57
      @rockinredneck57 9 років тому +3

      I drive as well although my daughter just turned 18. We both miss a bunch for sure. Hug that family!

    • @debbiedrawback4881
      @debbiedrawback4881 9 років тому +5

      my dad drove truck over the road through all my childhood and I never once doubted his love for me and we were very close til the day he died 2 years ago at age 70. Just wanted to re-assure you that children grow up unharmed by what their dads often fear will harm them.

  • @Shinerdeciple
    @Shinerdeciple 9 років тому +6

    I just want to hold my children. I miss them so much. I know they need a daddy but daddy needs them too.

  • @brittanied.9509
    @brittanied.9509 4 роки тому +2

    Wow... what a beautiful song, and an amazing vocalist. I’m just finding this talent. I’m blown away. Amazing story teller.

  • @hou713tx
    @hou713tx 7 років тому +6

    "The hardest part about workin hard aint the bills ive got to pay it was you growing up while I was away"- Damn this cuts deep great song #Oilfieldstrong

  • @fknstr
    @fknstr 4 роки тому +1

    Traveling and working hard, I missed a lot of birthdays, holidays and moments ya never get back. The stick drawings and notes are precious beyond words. But I'd trade them all to have been there to see him grow up. Now he's leaving for the army and sure to be having a family of his own. Alone I cry. In public I'm a rock. I sure do appreciate your song. Thanks

  • @justaguy1109
    @justaguy1109 9 років тому +11

    Might be the best song I have ever heard.

  • @christophermcconnell8946
    @christophermcconnell8946 7 років тому +6

    This song is my companion tonight. Just watched my daughter's first steps on video.

    • @sebhac0123
      @sebhac0123 7 років тому

      Christopher McConnell Stay strong buddy

  • @ssmarta2010
    @ssmarta2010 9 років тому +3

    Zane, thank you for this song good sir!

  • @Philambbydamn1925
    @Philambbydamn1925 5 років тому +1

    And here i am.... 9AM on a Friday.... Dust in my eyes.... Dammit.

  • @thomasrobertson9993
    @thomasrobertson9993 Рік тому

    My friend that is a over the road driver like me sent me this song a few years ago and told in his text message and I quote bet you are going to cry and to this day I still tear up! Being a father is a blessing!

  • @drewskjoldal5362
    @drewskjoldal5362 10 років тому +2

    I'm not much of a country music fan, but this song is really powerful.

  • @donaldgarcia9376
    @donaldgarcia9376 9 років тому +4

    Thats touches my heart knowing I wanted my boys to raise more than anything with thier mother as a family of one . And here I sit lonesome and torn that I relate to that so much so with momma leaving with them im left loving them while I was away .......

  • @jondove5043
    @jondove5043 9 років тому +5

    Zane is one of the best and Charlie Worsham sitting in the background ain't no slouch either....

  • @sajohaynes
    @sajohaynes 10 років тому +4

    This is a beautiful song... I just don't understand why it doesn't have more views than this!!!

  • @estepmusic77
    @estepmusic77 6 років тому +1

    Bad Ass lyrics...Bad ass Vocals.....Bad ass acoustic..... Well done and memorable :)

  • @kayleemiller4523
    @kayleemiller4523 5 років тому +1

    My dad is out of town a lot for work and this really hit home for me.

  • @brockaustin7307
    @brockaustin7307 8 років тому +3

    this song is amazing and that's all I gotta say about that.

  • @tramsey9059
    @tramsey9059 11 місяців тому

    that sadly was my life too...I missed so much beging gone

  • @horehayasstit8077
    @horehayasstit8077 3 роки тому

    I been on the boat for while and this is the trueth about the river

  • @shearwave7885
    @shearwave7885 Рік тому

    It is strange to me that people are jus now catching on to Zane. I have been a fan of his for about 4 years now due to a music loving brother that has recently passed away. He has shown me some really good acts but Zane Williams is the very best followed by slaid cleaves!!

  • @jeffreyhoman9581
    @jeffreyhoman9581 3 роки тому

    Any man who is a father feels this song deep

  • @justshadow1844
    @justshadow1844 2 роки тому

    It’s 2021 and I still remember smelling my moms breakfast and seeing my dad in the dining room and being able to hear him after not being able to after months of him working and I still remember the look he gave l as if I was an adult already

  • @joshuadr5883
    @joshuadr5883 5 років тому

    Worked on a line haul boat for past 5yrs...my daughter will be 9 in a month..hits home...

  • @tjwguitar
    @tjwguitar 6 років тому

    This is the most beautiful song I've heard in a long time. The stick people picture is what really got me. Daddy's need to hear this song.

  • @duncanfamilyOK
    @duncanfamilyOK Рік тому

    This video should have a million likes. Stunning performance

  • @keithsellersjr.810
    @keithsellersjr.810 9 років тому +2

    Great song bro love the lirics and it touches my heart bc I been in the oilfields 10 ys my oldest is 8 my first 28 hitch I left he was crawling I came home to him walking first time I seen it I started tearing up grabbed him to hug him and he started screaming like he didn't know who it broke my heart I put him down and he ran to his mom

  • @sstrasser925
    @sstrasser925 10 років тому +2

    Gets me every time...What a beautiful song!

  • @amyweatherly9324
    @amyweatherly9324 9 років тому +2

    It takes a great state to recognize great talent! Glad you came to Texas and wish you nothing but success!!

    • @thethorax1
      @thethorax1 6 років тому

      Amy Parlow He's from Abilene.

  • @georgeholt13
    @georgeholt13 2 роки тому

    First time hearing this song today as I’m out of town for work. Missing my girls! Excellent song!

  • @cindyscott267
    @cindyscott267 Рік тому

    One of the best sings ever written! Thrilled that I saw you perform this live last Friday night at Spicewood Vinyards. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent.

  • @calebmarshall5654
    @calebmarshall5654 2 роки тому

    This song hits you right in the feelings when you can relate to it. Haven't been home in a month, couple weeks to go.

  • @jimwoltkamp2323
    @jimwoltkamp2323 2 роки тому

    Wow, this hits home.

  • @clayishop4187
    @clayishop4187 10 років тому +2

    I heard this song on my way to work were I spend A lot of time away from my 4 kids.
    Makes me think of the Sacrifices my dad made. And what parents do for there Kids .... Love and miss mine Great Song

  • @davidboatright1981
    @davidboatright1981 8 років тому

    love this song as a father who works away from home all week

  • @j.dtruths5577
    @j.dtruths5577 8 років тому +1

    Great song!!!

  • @kevinfirth226
    @kevinfirth226 10 років тому +1

    This man is awesome ..the dawg !! Love from the UK big man ...

  • @lionelfalgout6795
    @lionelfalgout6795 10 років тому +2

    hits home in the olfields of the Gulf of Mexico!! great song!!! and I don't even like country,lol...

  • @phillipharris609
    @phillipharris609 2 роки тому

    Damn great songwriter. Wow.

  • @jameslittle2351
    @jameslittle2351 10 років тому +1

    Awesome!! Very true sooooooooo very true! Thanks Zane!

  • @jjjohnson1775
    @jjjohnson1775 10 років тому +2

    Wow!!!

  • @irenekirby480
    @irenekirby480 10 років тому +1

    I LOVE HIS MUSIC

  • @raebodey
    @raebodey 10 років тому +2

    Our life. .

  • @jeffersonzane3077
    @jeffersonzane3077 3 роки тому

    SHOW!!!

  • @tuonghuynh322
    @tuonghuynh322 9 місяців тому

    Very good

  • @frankrussell2290
    @frankrussell2290 8 років тому

    Very nice. I'm not really a country fan but I really liek your stuff.

  • @LauraPerez-rf5ql
    @LauraPerez-rf5ql 6 років тому

    Zane I love you

  • @windygorge1
    @windygorge1 10 років тому +1

    wow

  • @tracileebates9475
    @tracileebates9475 5 років тому

    When I hear thos song i cry because I miss mu dad 😭😭😭

  • @theresagerdes9648
    @theresagerdes9648 10 років тому +1

    is this on any of his albums already released? Love this song

    • @jakechristy3508
      @jakechristy3508 10 років тому +1

      It's on his album "Overnight Success"

  • @wadegannaway9069
    @wadegannaway9069 5 років тому

    Describes my life to a tee

  • @taylorbarkermusic
    @taylorbarkermusic 5 років тому

    Damn good tune.... what key? C#

  • @jodywhitney7651
    @jodywhitney7651 7 років тому

    lineman strong.

  • @adamtesch
    @adamtesch 10 років тому

    a guy named Randy Hughes has gotten 500,000 views covering this on facebook

    • @rockinredneck57
      @rockinredneck57 7 років тому

      Adam Tesch Pat Green cut it and had a #1 hit on the Texas charts with it. I like Zane's version better but songwriting pays the bills too. I know he's happy for Pat as well as himself.

  • @taylorbarkermusic
    @taylorbarkermusic 5 років тому +1

    Texas music is rigged... if it wasnt, this guy would be famous... damn, what a talent

  • @honestabe4027
    @honestabe4027 2 роки тому

    He did a better job on this than pat green. Great work fellas

  • @catchinbass86
    @catchinbass86 5 років тому

    Great song!!!