I know Mark Cohn is Jewish. That makes the line, "Are you a Christian, Child?....M'aam I am tonight". An extremely powerful line.....it was completely truthful.....he was so moved he was transformed to the place, the time and the people.......POIGNANT, POWERFUL AND TRUTHFUL
I remember hearing this on BBC radio one and the next Saturday i went to Fab records in Finchley, London and buying the cassette. Still have it and love listening to Marc Cohn.
This live performance is a great example of a guy who has faith in his song, way beyond any commercial consideration. I saw him recently, and he still makes it new and relevant. Well worth going out of your way to see him!
Just saw Marc Cohn for the first time tonight after enjoying this song for decades. He’s got so many great songs! Well worth going to see him if you can.
You know, my father absolutely loves this song. When I was little, I’d hear it when he put it on, but since I didn’t know anything about Elvis, Memphis, Gospel, or anything like that, I didn’t really “get” this song. When I was about 18/19, I heard this number, and I finally got it!
One of those songs, that the first time I heard it, I knew was a classic, and would always be a favorite of mine. I'm now 70years old , and that hasn't changed. Thank you Marc , for the good feelings, your performance of this song has given me over the years. From New Zealand / Aotearoa. Arohanui .
Real story from him: he is actually jewish and didn't know any of the christian hyms she was singing, untill she asked if he knew Amazing Grace , which he blew the audience away with.
@Randall Svihla lol I find it funny how people feel the need to correct other people's writing. Like they are presenting a book to them, and their are proofreading their work...this is the internet.
Fabulous voice! He really puts the words across with so much expression. He reminds me of Joe Cocker and Michael Bolton.....with just a piano accompanying himself. What an amazing performance.....
Most people don’t even know ow who this guy is. I remember when the song came out always one of my favorites does one create such a masterpiece of them disappear. The soul in this guy’s voice is unreal.
I grew up at the end of the 90's listening to Marc Cohen, Uncle Kracker, U2, Bon Jovi and The Goo Goo Dolls. Yes I know they are all not of that generation but that is what music I listened to. I would rather have them perform any day then the crap we here on the radio today.
I'd be honored if some fans of acoustic covers would take a listen to my piano & vocal performances of WALKING IN MEMPHIS by Marc Cohn and PRAYING FOR TIME by George Michael on my YT channel in tribute to 2 great classics of the late 80s/early 90s period. Live acoustic with no autotuning or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
Yes.....they are the only tools of trade that a true talent really needs.....the rest is them, their spirit and their soul....Marc Cohn has plenty of spirit and plenty of soul!
'There's a pretty little thing, waitin' for the King down in the Jungle Room'. That’s got to be one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen. Totally missed this.
This looks like Austin CIty Limits. Wish I could find the whole concert. I've seen "Fever" and it is a great finale. It takes guts to come out and play solo - and to vary the rhythm, timing and style of piano blues. What a musician. What a great career. Keep writing and playing, Mark. Love the new album studio videos!
I used to go to memphis alot to visit a friend of mine this brings back memories and it feels as if I'm walking in memphis again smiling and happy in the sunshine beside my old friends. . . . But do you really feel the way I feel? love it.
Saw the original broadcast of this Austin City Limits broadcast, and Marc's entire show was unforgetable. If you can find the episode this was from, do yourself a favor and watch it. His audience participation closing number is incredible.
This is truly a very powerful song. His lyrics are so good (IMO) that he almost puts one in the moment, in other words i feel like im there at Graceland. So well done, WOW!
Just got back from Memphis--Stayed at the Peabody (watched the ducks march and swim in the fountain) Beale St, BBQ, and carriage ride. Can't beat it. Next time will see more. My feet lifted 10 feet off the ground too.
Walking in Memphis Put on my blue suede shoes And I boarded the plane Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring rain W.C. Handy, won't you look down over me? Yeah, I got a first class ticket But I'm as blue as a boy can be Then I'm walking in Memphis Was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel? Saw the ghost of Elvis On Union Avenue Followed him up to the gates of Graceland Then I watched him walk right through Now security they did not see him They just hovered 'round his tomb But there's a pretty little thing Waiting for the King Down in the Jungle Room When I was walking in Memphis I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis But do I really feel the way I feel? They've got catfish on the table They've got gospel in the air And Reverend Green be glad to see you When you haven't got a prayer But, boy, you've got a prayer in Memphis Now Muriel plays piano Every Friday at the Hollywood And they brought me down to see her And they asked me if I would Do a little number And I sang with all my might She said "Tell me are you a Christian child?" And I said "Ma'am, I am tonight" Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) Was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) But do I really feel the way I feel? Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale Walking in Memphis (Walking in Memphis) But do I really feel the way I feel? Put on my blue suede shoes And I boarded the plane Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring rain Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues In the middle of the pouring rain
This is a fantastic song. Why was this guy such a one hit wonder? He's very talented. Was it just that he didn't have any other material? Regardless, this is one that'll withstand the test of time.
+Ian Okamoto How I wish I were as ignorant as you are about all of the wonderful stories Marc Cohn has created in song.For if I was as ignorant as you, I could discover them again as if it were the first time: The Things We've Handed DownSilver ThunderbirdTrue CompanionGhost TownWalk Through The WorldPaper WallsPerfect Loveand so many more...
It's a crime that Marc Cohn didn't become a bigger star.
Probably as talented as Steve Winwood.
I know Mark Cohn is Jewish. That makes the line, "Are you a Christian, Child?....M'aam I am tonight". An extremely powerful line.....it was completely truthful.....he was so moved he was transformed to the place, the time and the people.......POIGNANT, POWERFUL AND TRUTHFUL
Your're right. Beautiful. Moving. Thanks for sharing. Irish K
Cohen is definitely the root of his last name. The priestly class.….hes like super Jewish. Good song fr tho.
I remember hearing this on BBC radio one and the next Saturday i went to Fab records in Finchley, London and buying the cassette. Still have it and love listening to Marc Cohn.
No other instruments, no backing vocals, just the piano and Marc Cohn! So moving! 🎹 🎤
This live performance is a great example of a guy who has faith in his song, way beyond any commercial consideration. I saw him recently, and he still makes it new and relevant. Well worth going out of your way to see him!
Right on
There's no better way to say it Bill.
He believed in it I think.
One of the best first class ticket!!!!!
Just saw Marc Cohn for the first time tonight after enjoying this song for decades. He’s got so many great songs! Well worth going to see him if you can.
Something about black gospel. Even you aren’t Christian your human soul knows that God loves you as you are
That’s got to be one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen. Totally missed this.
Awesome watching this again in 2024 when was this?
That last bit he does on the piano just before the end kills me.
You know, my father absolutely loves this song. When I was little, I’d hear it when he put it on, but since I didn’t know anything about Elvis, Memphis, Gospel, or anything like that, I didn’t really “get” this song.
When I was about 18/19, I heard this number, and I finally got it!
One of those songs, that the first time I heard it, I knew was a classic, and would always be a favorite of mine.
I'm now 70years old , and that hasn't changed.
Thank you Marc , for the good feelings, your performance of this song has given me over the years.
From New Zealand / Aotearoa.
Arohanui .
One of the most touching songs ever written
One of the most emotional songs ever heard 😢❤
This guys talent blows me away.
One of my favorite songs.
I'm amazed by how good he is. Incredible
Oh my god this is the most heart felt solo performance I've ever heard❤😊
Favorite part!!!! "She said, tell me, are you a Christian child? I said, Ma'me I am tonight."
Real story from him: he is actually jewish and didn't know any of the christian hyms she was singing, untill she asked if he knew Amazing Grace , which he blew the audience away with.
It's funnier, because he's Jewish. Lol!
Not to be a pedant, but it’s “Ma’am,” not “Ma’me.”
Yes 😍😍😍🙌🏾
@Randall Svihla lol I find it funny how people feel the need to correct other people's writing. Like they are presenting a book to them, and their are proofreading their work...this is the internet.
This looks like Austin City Limits, Thanks for this Post❤ John
The views should be in the millions!
Fabulous voice! He really puts the words across with so much expression. He reminds me of Joe Cocker and Michael Bolton.....with just a piano accompanying himself. What an amazing performance.....
That's not autotune it's just talent
I just love it that his voice is really as beautiful as in the official track. Proves even more what a great musician he is :)
One of the best songs of that era, of quality, like Billy Joel, nice
Most people don’t even know ow who this guy is. I remember when the song came out always one of my favorites does one create such a masterpiece of them disappear. The soul in this guy’s voice is unreal.
I grew up at the end of the 90's listening to Marc Cohen, Uncle Kracker, U2, Bon Jovi and The Goo Goo Dolls. Yes I know they are all not of that generation but that is what music I listened to. I would rather have them perform any day then the crap we here on the radio today.
Marc is the best live singer song writer I've ever seen
Dan Pearce no, Barry Gibb is
I fully agree with you! He seems to be the best live singer especially in this performance!
Dan Pearce easy there fella
Truly talented man
No, Marc Cohn is. Maybe he hasn't seen those others. How can you debate this? Only he knows the best songwriter that HE has ever seen.
He is awesome and God has blessed him
I never get tired of this song!
Dude got shot in the head......and drove home from the hospital 8 hours later.
Marc is the best live singer song writer I've ever seen
THIS IS ONE BAD ASS SONG. THE BEST.CHILLS ON MY SKIN. THANKS MARC. DO ANOTHER SOON... THE KING...
Wow what a lift this song gives me Marc is amazing live could listen to this till the sky falls in
He plays piano like an angel. His shirt is also like an angel. And the couple's glasses at the end. Love this song. So So So good. Genius.
brilliant !!!
Favorite part!!!! "She said, tell me, are you a Christian child? I said, Ma'me I am tonight."
EPIC
Music!!! Thanks!
you listen as much as i do
Keys and a mic, live. That's it. Think about it
I know how that goes!
Amen to that, Andy. What happened to the bare bones, the stripped down to basics, the vulnerability...I miss it.
songstress250 it’s still around, you just have to know where to look these days
I'd be honored if some fans of acoustic covers would take a listen to my piano & vocal performances of WALKING IN MEMPHIS by Marc Cohn and PRAYING FOR TIME by George Michael on my YT channel in tribute to 2 great classics of the late 80s/early 90s period. Live acoustic with no autotuning or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
Yes.....they are the only tools of trade that a true talent really needs.....the rest is them, their spirit and their soul....Marc Cohn has plenty of spirit and plenty of soul!
Wonderful......he is terrific.
'There's a pretty little thing, waitin' for the King down in the Jungle Room'.
That’s got to be one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen. Totally missed this.
Amazing how moments can be captured in melody.....
Raw and perfect.
This looks like Austin CIty Limits. Wish I could find the whole concert. I've seen "Fever" and it is a great finale. It takes guts to come out and play solo - and to vary the rhythm, timing and style of piano blues. What a musician. What a great career. Keep writing and playing, Mark. Love the new album studio videos!
Still sounds good this man can sing
That’s great!!!
I used to go to memphis alot to visit a friend of mine this brings back memories and it feels as if I'm walking in memphis again smiling and happy in the sunshine beside my old friends. . . . But do you really feel the way I feel? love it.
The power of true talent fused with a great, great song...
What a brilliant song and performance
✨✨✨HE IS AMAZINGGG
Saw the original broadcast of this Austin City Limits broadcast, and Marc's entire show was unforgetable. If you can find the episode this was from, do yourself a favor and watch it. His audience participation closing number is incredible.
Wow! I don't even have words. Chills listening to this!
The best performance of this song. Only vivid and deep piano sound and Marc's live voice...
Blown away....what a great performance and a stirring song!!!
Timeless magical classic.
This is truly a very powerful song. His lyrics are so good (IMO) that he almost puts one in the moment, in other words i feel like im there at Graceland. So well done, WOW!
Elvis would be proud of you!
What a completely great song!
Amazing song, amazing performer.
Just got back
From very first hearing, I have always love this song.
just killing it....that is beautiful
Still enjoying it in 2024
That's pure, soulful talent. Thank you for posting this video!
Great song and great singer, for this great place and the great people who lives there.
This song is to amazing for words. My favorite verse: Touch down on the land of the delta blues in the middle of the pouring rain.
Beautiful song and I love the part of him becoming a Christian 💗
He's not. He's Jewish.
Awesome song! You don't have to be a Christian to feel it ... it is so overall spiritual.
Barbara Bauer yeah, you don't because Marc is Jewish
Barbara Bauer Stupid comment.
Just got back from Memphis--Stayed at the Peabody (watched the ducks march and swim in the fountain) Beale St, BBQ, and carriage ride. Can't beat it. Next time will see more. My feet lifted 10 feet off the ground too.
Marc Cohn und Cher zusammen: sensationell!!!
my goood!! what a song-what a performance !
Great song, I love this song a lot.
It reminds of 2 other ones: Please come to Boston and Mandolin Rain.
Walking in Memphis
Put on my blue suede shoes
And I boarded the plane
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
W.C. Handy, won't you look down over me?
Yeah, I got a first class ticket
But I'm as blue as a boy can be
Then I'm walking in Memphis
Was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
But do I really feel the way I feel?
Saw the ghost of Elvis
On Union Avenue
Followed him up to the gates of Graceland
Then I watched him walk right through
Now security they did not see him
They just hovered 'round his tomb
But there's a pretty little thing
Waiting for the King
Down in the Jungle Room
When I was walking in Memphis
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
But do I really feel the way I feel?
They've got catfish on the table
They've got gospel in the air
And Reverend Green be glad to see you
When you haven't got a prayer
But, boy, you've got a prayer in Memphis
Now Muriel plays piano
Every Friday at the Hollywood
And they brought me down to see her
And they asked me if I would
Do a little number
And I sang with all my might
She said
"Tell me are you a Christian child?"
And I said "Ma'am, I am tonight"
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
Was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
But do I really feel the way I feel?
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
I was walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
(Walking in Memphis)
But do I really feel the way I feel?
Put on my blue suede shoes
And I boarded the plane
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
Amazing song and Amazing voice.. In a way the impact Michael McDonald had on me back in the days.. Stunning Talent!
One of the best performances i've seen. Very smooth.
Awesome live version of an awesome song.
God bless Marc Cohn, unbelievable fellings
One of the best songs ever
Damn he’s good. One of best songs ever!!
What a voice what a talent this guy
I LOVE THIS SONG ! can´t get enough of it ;) especially of this awesome live version !
Never Tire of this magic.
love his voice..
Best version of this all time great!!!
Simply magnificent.
Wooow!!!! I looooove your voice n passion.i wanna meet this man
My best song in the world
They don't make music like this anymore.
Pretty much a flawless performance.
This is a fantastic song. Why was this guy such a one hit wonder? He's very talented. Was it just that he didn't have any other material? Regardless, this is one that'll withstand the test of time.
+Ian Okamoto How I wish I were as ignorant as you are about all of the wonderful stories Marc Cohn has created in song.For if I was as ignorant as you, I could discover them again as if it were the first time: The Things We've Handed DownSilver ThunderbirdTrue CompanionGhost TownWalk Through The WorldPaper WallsPerfect Loveand so many more...
@@mshunziker617 chill
Old fashioned, brass balls piano man.
Me and the keys, standing right here.
Who does this anymore?
TIMELESS!
This song makes me feel so happy 😊
So beautiful and somehow touching.
Flawless performance
Beautiful.
Still listening in 2021! Great song
Love this performance :)
My all time favourite song that rivals outshines any other song scribed or performed by the big names in the industry
Best version.
we all are tonight!
Greatest song ever written
Best thing I've ever seen:)
You have good taste in music don't worry about the rest.I always liked Bruce Hornsby also.
Legendary song writer