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  • @BigJT2010
    @BigJT2010 12 років тому +984

    "No wealth, no land, no silver or gold, nothing satisfies me but your soul"
    Something about that line stands out to me.

    • @bradleydavies4781
      @bradleydavies4781 3 роки тому +55

      What profit a man if he gains the whole world but loses his soul.

    • @rayfran06
      @rayfran06 3 роки тому +7

      Damn ...chills reading that ...like that would be a cool tattoo

    • @lucasbrantley6453
      @lucasbrantley6453 3 роки тому +1

      @@rayfran06 Yessssss i should get that

    • @anarchofilms
      @anarchofilms 3 роки тому +9

      Somehow I think many others alive these days should find these words equally interesting.

    • @jonojon246
      @jonojon246 3 роки тому +14

      In death we are all equal

  • @harris34567
    @harris34567 11 років тому +1978

    One elderly man in a suit, no backing, no dancing and you can hear a pin drop. Amazing talent.

  • @jonniemactyler7929
    @jonniemactyler7929 6 років тому +229

    It's amazing to have a live audience that would remain that quiet throughout the whole song.

    • @gregnormal
      @gregnormal Рік тому

      Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe

    • @ethanbrazile6934
      @ethanbrazile6934 Рік тому +7

      It's called respect

    • @chaytonaldridge3388
      @chaytonaldridge3388 Рік тому +4

      they are too busy picking their jaws up off the ground lmao

    • @christianweatherbroadcasting
      @christianweatherbroadcasting 6 місяців тому +2

      Repent and trust in Jesus. We all deserve Hell for our sins, such as lying lusting coveting and more. We can't save ourselves, but Jesus can save us. He died on the cross to save us for our sins and rose from the grave defeating death and Hell. You must put your faith in him only. He is the only way to Heaven. Repent and trust in Jesus.
      Romans 6:23
      John 3:16❤😊❤

    • @dixienourmous10
      @dixienourmous10 4 місяці тому

      ​@@christianweatherbroadcasting when we're both in hell, I'll ask how it's goin.

  • @judipena1039
    @judipena1039 8 років тому +270

    RIP. His voice is a national treasure which will live on.

    • @gregnormal
      @gregnormal Рік тому +1

      Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe

    • @brotherpaul963
      @brotherpaul963 Рік тому +3

      God rest his soul.

    • @christianweatherbroadcasting
      @christianweatherbroadcasting 6 місяців тому +1

      Repent and trust in Jesus. We all deserve Hell for our sins, such as lying lusting coveting and more. We can't save ourselves, but Jesus can save us. He died on the cross to save us for our sins and rose from the grave defeating death and Hell. You must put your faith in him only. He is the only way to Heaven. Repent and trust in Jesus.
      Romans 6:23
      John 3:16❤😊❤

    • @kendrastrange18
      @kendrastrange18 16 днів тому

      National as long as the rest of the country starts respecting Appalachia!

  • @maryannanderson2213
    @maryannanderson2213 2 роки тому +87

    Can you even begin to imagine how difficult it is to sing in front an audience this size and do it acapella? What an outstanding performance.

    • @gregnormal
      @gregnormal Рік тому

      Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!

  • @jrex7486
    @jrex7486 7 років тому +1671

    This is chilling. The fact that he sings this without any instruments just shows how much talent he has. He will be missed but now he is singing for the Lord.

  • @rustyjones7908
    @rustyjones7908 Рік тому +140

    My mother passed away last night. This hits me, thank you for this

    • @drakehonest2
      @drakehonest2 Рік тому

      Hello how are you doing..?

    • @rustyjones7908
      @rustyjones7908 Рік тому +5

      @@drakehonest2 been better honestly, but all things considered I'm holding up. Thanks for checking on me.

    • @drakehonest2
      @drakehonest2 Рік тому

      @@rustyjones7908 Nice meeting you here where are you originally from..?

    • @thethinredline4714
      @thethinredline4714 Рік тому +3

      May she rest in peace

    • @brotherpaul963
      @brotherpaul963 Рік тому +1

      God rest her soul

  • @thymelorde1010
    @thymelorde1010 Рік тому +126

    the worn, experienced, and wise voice of our elder is what gives soul and depth to this song, no instruments needed

    • @christianweatherbroadcasting
      @christianweatherbroadcasting 6 місяців тому

      Repent and trust in Jesus. We all deserve Hell for our sins, such as lying lusting coveting and more. We can't save ourselves, but Jesus can save us. He died on the cross to save us for our sins and rose from the grave defeating death and Hell. You must put your faith in him only. He is the only way to Heaven. Repent and trust in Jesus.
      Romans 6:23
      John 3:16❤❤😊

  • @nancigrzesiak9941
    @nancigrzesiak9941 10 років тому +459

    Ralph performs this song masterfully. No one else in my opinion will ever do it as well. He embodies the very essence of a dying man...so absolutely remarkable that he can make us feel it in our bones. He gives me chills.

    • @aaronwalters3626
      @aaronwalters3626 10 років тому +7

      Amen.

    • @georgegleason7442
      @georgegleason7442 3 роки тому +5

      @Xaphan Vassago Nobody said it was his song zippy, just that he did it masterfully. Out of curiosity who do you THINK did the original?

    • @TheAmazingCobalt
      @TheAmazingCobalt 3 роки тому +11

      @Xaphan Vassago okay, you seem like you don't understand how folk music works. Songs like this have no 'owner', they're written and passed down and onto other people, that's what folk music is, each artist has their own arrangement of each song, most of which have no actual owner anyway because they're so old that nobody knows who wrote them. For example, pretty Polly isn't Dock Boggs song, as the earliest broadside versions of the song were located in Gosport, England in 1765.
      Edit: second example, man of constant sorrow was originally by Dick Burnett, but the original recording was lost. The first released recorded was Ralph Stanley and (fun fact) Dock Boggs was playing the banjo on that record. But in an interview before his death Burnett said he actually wasn't sure if he wrote it or it was taught to him.

    • @TheBamaChad-W4CHD
      @TheBamaChad-W4CHD Рік тому +2

      I agree. Jen Titus did a solid job on it. It's not Ralph but it was well done and so appropriate in Supernatural for Deaths intro

    • @donnymccurry5385
      @donnymccurry5385 2 місяці тому

      Ralph is legendary. That being said Ben Fuller does an amazing job with this song. Check it out.

  • @Bones6987
    @Bones6987 Місяць тому +12

    We all will face that one day
    Ralph is the only one who can do this song without ANY hesitation
    Pray for longevity in your life

  • @PR1NCEDARKNESS
    @PR1NCEDARKNESS 8 років тому +1129

    Ralph Stanley - Died: June 23, 2016, Coeburn, Virginia, United States, R.I.P

    • @aaronquimby9042
      @aaronquimby9042 6 років тому +10

      Working at clinch river power plant made me think of him , so close to his birth place

    • @Phish1995
      @Phish1995 6 років тому +1

      PR1NCE DARKNESS Right on.

    • @rockyirish4851
      @rockyirish4851 5 років тому +4

      the reaper came

    • @anniepotts4522
      @anniepotts4522 5 років тому +1

      Sry I love too hear him sing

    • @miked1950
      @miked1950 5 років тому +4

      Born in Norton and live first 20 yrs in Appalachia, Va.

  • @mrviggomartin
    @mrviggomartin 9 місяців тому +10

    For me it’s like hearing the pure essence of America❤

  • @melaniemills6043
    @melaniemills6043 8 років тому +493

    RIP master of a genre....
    this song is so sad now.
    Man of constant sorrow too.

    • @bluerabbit47
      @bluerabbit47 8 років тому +17

      He is not dead as long as he continues to inspire us.

    • @williamwhite9835
      @williamwhite9835 8 років тому +13

      He'll live forever in our speaker cables

    • @mosin54r2
      @mosin54r2 8 років тому +4

      This is the coolest comment ever.

    • @codyholubowski3249
      @codyholubowski3249 8 років тому +14

      Don't take acid and listen to this song

    • @t_skuxx2390
      @t_skuxx2390 7 років тому +6

      black gospel music

  • @redneck44056
    @redneck44056 8 років тому +202

    Dr. Ralph, I am very sad to hear that you passed away. I have been a fan for over 50 years. I got to meet you at your 80th Birthday party at the Sheraton and it was an honor. Thank you for all the wonderful music over the years. There will never be another Ralph Stanley. I know bluegrass is a little better in Heaven now. You have rejoined Carter, Bill, Doc and Earl. R.I.P. Ralph and may God bless you.

    • @TheKitchenerLeslie
      @TheKitchenerLeslie Рік тому

      Hello, I work for him and will arrange a séance later to pass your message along. The Doctor assures me your comments are important to us, even in the after-life. Thanks for reaching out! Your Servant, Rufus

    • @jayriedmuller7187
      @jayriedmuller7187 Рік тому

      😅

  • @chrissnyder3430
    @chrissnyder3430 8 років тому +312

    Everyone of us will sing this song someday. Chilling but an absolute treasure. RIP Mr. Stanley

    • @420benfugate
      @420benfugate 6 років тому +1

      Chris Snyder Amen

    • @jptheflipper3825
      @jptheflipper3825 5 років тому +3

      I Sing it everyday, for myself, those around me and those no longer here.

    • @alexiaNBC
      @alexiaNBC 4 роки тому

      This is the theme for 2020

    • @GraveMindII7
      @GraveMindII7 2 роки тому +2

      *Dr. Stanley. :) This performance is a national treasure for sure.

  • @colleenbonamico9143
    @colleenbonamico9143 5 років тому +12

    The south lost again...we will always miss you Mr Stanley...one of the finest,purist southern gentleman,thank you for giving every southerner the best of you!!

    • @gregnormal
      @gregnormal Рік тому

      Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!

  • @Markalanharman
    @Markalanharman 9 років тому +1279

    So sad to see this singing tradition is not being carried on.

    • @CashPresley32
      @CashPresley32 9 років тому +57

      Except for people like Alan Jackson, George Strait, Randy Travis, Clint Black, Dwight Yoakam, Vince Gill and Marty Stuart and let us not forget Ricky Skaggs.

    • @jonathanesker9979
      @jonathanesker9979 9 років тому +1

      Mark Harman I am more important than any Apostle...my do I read this Mark?

    • @CashPresley32
      @CashPresley32 9 років тому +9

      Jonathan Esker You are as important as apostles, but in a spiritual way apostles and prophets are more important, because they spread and share the gospel of Jesus Christ so we can go and live with our heavenly father again someday.

    • @jonathanesker9979
      @jonathanesker9979 9 років тому +1

      Thanks for cheering me up. This Jo-jo calls Him, "Hosanna" directly

    • @Ardithel
      @Ardithel 8 років тому +11

      +CashPresley32 Only one person in your list was born after the 50s- I kind of assumed that's what Mark meant by it not being carried on. Not many people from today's generation are continuing this style of singing.

  • @spainman2020
    @spainman2020 4 роки тому +29

    I was blown away by this song when I heard it on O Brother... I'm a hip hop guy but this is soulful poetry that you cant help but to appreciate.

  • @wYatt121509
    @wYatt121509 Рік тому +9

    2023 here. I wish that we had more like him now...

  • @NiallMor
    @NiallMor 6 років тому +35

    There will never be another Ralph Stanley--a true legend of American music.

  • @joshclark1872010
    @joshclark1872010 10 років тому +83

    Not a single person can sing like this man...truly amazing...I love it.

    • @aaronwalters3626
      @aaronwalters3626 10 років тому +3

      You my friend are absolutely correct. Nothing can top that chilling voice.

  • @rodsreel
    @rodsreel 9 років тому +171

    Sung with conviction, character and sincerity - knocked me speechless and chocked me up. Respect my good man.

  • @kristidwf
    @kristidwf 5 років тому +54

    This man...with his voice only and no instruments- he's absolutely amazing. We're truly blessed just to hear his voice and songs. The video shows the audience a couple of times and there was complete silence, like everyone was holding their breathe. How often have you ever seen that kind of respect for a genuine artist?

    • @jamesmyers7142
      @jamesmyers7142 2 роки тому +3

      Got to meet him & see him perform live 6 or 7 times & his voice was his Instrument. It sounded like a Heavenly Choir.

    • @jamesmyers7142
      @jamesmyers7142 2 роки тому +1

      @Robert Moray I only live about 40 miles from where Ralph was raised & now his final resting place. I'm in the beautiful Clinch Mountains in north east Tennessee.

  • @colleenbonamico1804
    @colleenbonamico1804 5 років тому +7

    Love Ralph Stanley!! ....He never needed music...RIP Mr Stanley, Every southern soul hears your southern voice in their heart!!! ....A true southern gentleman,gone but never forgotten.❤❤❤

    • @gregnormal
      @gregnormal Рік тому

      Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!

  • @mattmiller5215
    @mattmiller5215 8 років тому +86

    This is an Appalachian song understood.......The movie came a long time afterward.........

    • @jerryhampton5755
      @jerryhampton5755 4 роки тому +15

      actually it was brought to Appalachia by scoch-Irish immagrants the song dates back to the 1600s but it survives today because of apalachian gospel music.

    • @YAUUN
      @YAUUN 6 місяців тому

      @@jerryhampton5755 As far as can be told it was written by Lloyd Chandler, most likely inspired by older songs

  • @aaronbeaver9342
    @aaronbeaver9342 10 років тому +35

    I could listen to this man sing for the rest of my days. it makes me feel like I am sitting on my porch back home in the Kentucky hollers

  • @berthay8955
    @berthay8955 3 роки тому +5

    i got to hear this before it was used on the man of constant sorrow, he sang it at a country church and my mom said he showed up sometimes,this song chilled me to the core

  • @hjhjhjhkuntryride1067
    @hjhjhjhkuntryride1067 2 роки тому +19

    Awesome, never heard anyone else sing like he did.
    RIP Ralph, we all loved your singing.

  • @matthubbard7859
    @matthubbard7859 8 років тому +211

    Rest in peace, Dr. Stanley.

  • @tiphanimccormick5910
    @tiphanimccormick5910 10 років тому +464

    Death does not discriminate all must face him alone.

    • @eliegbert8121
      @eliegbert8121 4 роки тому +7

      Enoch and Elijah; death hates them!

    • @dougjohns8066
      @dougjohns8066 4 роки тому +15

      Only if you don't have your savior, Jesus with you! Death cant touch him! And so in turn hates him and them who believe!

    • @notimportant9328
      @notimportant9328 4 роки тому +9

      @@dougjohns8066 gods not real

    • @dougjohns8066
      @dougjohns8066 4 роки тому +4

      @@notimportant9328 hey brother if you believe that gods not real that's your belief but existence proves otherwise I love you! And I hope one day you wake up!! For the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them that do not believe! The god spoken of in this passage is satan! The God of all is the God of Abraham, Isaac and jacob!!!

    • @Nathanm7977
      @Nathanm7977 4 роки тому +3

      @@notimportant9328 God is very real. If you would take the hate out of your heart, then you might open your eyes to true love

  • @benberkovic
    @benberkovic Місяць тому +2

    can you imagine today's singers/musicians being able to deliver such a performance all by their own? with no instruments, no sound editing, no voice editing.

  • @jamesbarrett8926
    @jamesbarrett8926 8 місяців тому +3

    In the Shenandoah Valley men still sing acapella at funerals.
    Makes sure God can hear (only) our words.
    Gonna find somebody to sing this song at mine.

  • @docholliday1728
    @docholliday1728 10 років тому +21

    It's almost amazing how such a simple song can have so much power and send chills down your spine.

  • @camissamiller2079
    @camissamiller2079 9 років тому +134

    I love his voice.

  • @randymo3371
    @randymo3371 2 роки тому +15

    Chilling song...true feelings that come up when your time is close at hand. May God have mercy on us all !

  • @mreepee4241
    @mreepee4241 8 років тому +1

    ...having been raised on gospel, jazz, and the blues, I knew nothing about country or bluegrass music; as a writer for my college newspaper I got to meet both Mr Merle Haggard
    and Dr Ralph Stanley. God never made two finer gentlemen, and they could sing the blues
    as good as they wanted to...

  • @DirtyDeerock
    @DirtyDeerock 7 років тому +70

    This is haunting, what a voice

  • @HowieFelterbush71
    @HowieFelterbush71 10 років тому +120

    Even Death likes this.

    • @aaronwalters3626
      @aaronwalters3626 10 років тому +2

      Haha. Yes sir it dose, it dose

    • @rez6517
      @rez6517 3 роки тому

      @@aaronwalters3626 *does* for god sake. punctuation in today society. Love your comment though.

    • @Mason.Hairylegs
      @Mason.Hairylegs 2 роки тому

      @@rez6517 "today's" society*

  • @colleenbonamico9143
    @colleenbonamico9143 4 роки тому +4

    A legend before there were legends,a star before there were stars,a true southern gentleman,singing from his southern heart....in remembrance.....a gracious southern bow to the epitome of a southern gentleman and "The Voice of The South".

  • @tkidd1973
    @tkidd1973 8 років тому +3

    My son and I had the great honor of sharing a dinner with this wonderful, so down to earth man once upon a time. He has been and will be a musical staple in our households. Rest easy good Dr.

  • @gonzothompson412
    @gonzothompson412 3 роки тому +4

    This very song has taught me never to fear death. It’s a part of life. I used to fear it, but now embrace it, and am a better man for it.

  • @jonwayne7865
    @jonwayne7865 8 років тому +713

    I'd make this a house alarm when someone breaks in your house. The look on there face when you walk down the dark hallway with your pistol.

  • @michaelkregness8338
    @michaelkregness8338 Рік тому +2

    Now this is the real thing... amazingly brilliant... a person either has it or they don't... Mr. Stanley truly has it.... Stunningly real.

  • @sunshinelady8200
    @sunshinelady8200 3 роки тому +2

    All thru our childhood we heard about “Cousin Ralph”, but I never really realized what that meant. He even favors my dad in looks.My father sang the same music, my mother was from the Cayman Islands. We were exposed to a wide range of music and I am grateful!

  • @richsabulsky7443
    @richsabulsky7443 8 років тому +19

    Thank you for sharing mountain music with the world! RIP Ralph.

  • @johnny05118079
    @johnny05118079 10 років тому +8

    I dont think I can get over this mans voice !
    Absolutely beautiful .

  • @danielattias1525
    @danielattias1525 2 роки тому +3

    No one is like you, and will never be, we miss you SIR............

  • @jonbelanger312
    @jonbelanger312 8 років тому +13

    Dr. Stanley, Thank you for your music, I'll listen for the rest of my life.

  • @P1B1U1H1
    @P1B1U1H1 8 років тому +17

    This song is really freaking me out right now. Shivers down the spine.

  • @thedillanholliday
    @thedillanholliday 8 років тому +101

    Rest Easy sir
    Nothing more chilling than this mans voice
    Also nothing better

  • @joeyj6808
    @joeyj6808 9 місяців тому +8

    What a voice this man had!

  • @thomasm1191
    @thomasm1191 4 роки тому +15

    Bruce Springsteen was the DJ on E Street Radio yesterday, and he played this song. Especially moving in light of COVID-19.

  • @oscartoranzo8217
    @oscartoranzo8217 10 років тому +12

    The very definition of an artist, I believe no one could have performed like he did, my respects...

  • @tombbird4927
    @tombbird4927 5 років тому +11

    Proud to call this man my great-uncle

  • @305JON1320
    @305JON1320 4 роки тому +2

    Sh-t, I thought this was a suicide Hot Line. Kidding, I Love this man. his voice was something else. God Bless Him.

  • @patriot4life262
    @patriot4life262 Рік тому +1

    I am so blessed to have seen him perform this song live in a relatively small venue… it was so Beautiful, just as this.❤

  • @USMarineRifleman0311
    @USMarineRifleman0311 12 років тому +287

    "Dees boys is missegenated!! hell they aint even old timey!"

    • @thomasdennis7451
      @thomasdennis7451 4 роки тому +3

      😂😂😂😂

    • @LSMG2004
      @LSMG2004 4 роки тому +25

      Is you is, or is you ain't my constituency!?

    • @2WheelsTrav
      @2WheelsTrav 4 роки тому +9

      Theys intagrated!

    • @dyalikedags
      @dyalikedags 3 роки тому +5

      I'm a Dapper Dan Man

    • @justinbarbee5917
      @justinbarbee5917 3 роки тому +8

      Lol I don't want fop goddammit I'm a dapper dan man...

  • @vanhasuden1044
    @vanhasuden1044 5 років тому +7

    This is one of my funeral songs. During my wake, I have a list of songs, from multiple genres, that will be played.
    I have listened to many covers of this song, but this is the best.

    • @svenveal8601
      @svenveal8601 4 роки тому

      Same here my friend, have u heard ride on, by bon Scott. It doesn't have the religious feel but it is an absolute classic🤘🤘🤘🇦🇺😉😉

  • @Skullandskull666
    @Skullandskull666 Місяць тому

    Quelle voix fantastique !!! Une vraie légende 🖤🖤🖤

  • @justintrudeau4620
    @justintrudeau4620 9 місяців тому +2

    One of my favorite songs ever.

  • @Two4fifteen
    @Two4fifteen 9 років тому +427

    The Appalachian mountain's brought me here.

    • @laurahicks6052
      @laurahicks6052 9 років тому +5

      ***** double Amen

    • @the32712
      @the32712 9 років тому +5

      +Two4fifteen Amen

    • @codemiesterbeats
      @codemiesterbeats 9 років тому +5

      +Two4fifteen I know right some people have actually seen the people that sing like this in person. You rarely see it anymore.

    • @richardburchett
      @richardburchett 8 років тому +13

      My grandparents lived their whole lives in those mountains and they're a sacred place to me.

    • @jakobmickles7841
      @jakobmickles7841 6 років тому +5

      Two4fifteen understandable the mountains of Appalachia brought me here too

  • @jasper3706
    @jasper3706 4 роки тому +5

    You have to think, based on the history of this song, this must be how it was originally performed over a century ago. So beautiful.

  • @douglassmith826
    @douglassmith826 11 місяців тому

    Been listening to Ralph and the Stanley Brothers all my life. I am 55 just gets better I love it

  • @jeffdickinson6102
    @jeffdickinson6102 6 років тому +2

    Can you really ever give this man and his life what he's done for country music and Bluegrass enough praise

  • @sniperelite360
    @sniperelite360 8 років тому +15

    I can't believe he's dead. I loved O Brother Where Art Thou? and that's how I found his music. RIP.

  • @terrabus1
    @terrabus1 8 років тому +9

    RIP Dr. Stanley. You were a true American treasure and you will be missed.

  • @geneard639
    @geneard639 Місяць тому

    When a Good Soul passes.... I come back to this lamentation, and I shed tears. Death is uncaring, unthinking, and always seems to steal away the best of us too soon, while leaving evil behind.

  • @joesmith7427
    @joesmith7427 7 років тому

    I will never forget when I met you Brother Stanley. it was in Maggie Valley, NC, u did a concert in the park, it was wonderful. at least I got to hear you sing and the boys play. Brother Ray Fairchild is another Classic in Blue Grass Music. Salaam Alaikum !

  • @marthajf73
    @marthajf73 5 років тому +4

    I heard him sing this in Charlottesville VA in around 2009-10. Was really a privilege

  • @Chelseymof2
    @Chelseymof2 8 років тому +17

    Rest In Peace, Mr. Ralph Stanley. You will forever be missed. :'(

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  • @lydiaforan2120
    @lydiaforan2120 9 місяців тому

    My dad loved Ralph Stanley and many times would play this song on his guitar and sing he passed in July and this is the first time I have thought about this song and it just popped in my head it was like he knew today is hard for me but his memories keep me warm and make me feel his love❤

  • @pedrorivera4175
    @pedrorivera4175 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for southern gospel songs again thank you amen

  • @stanfee2008
    @stanfee2008 9 років тому +7

    Ive lived in harlan ky my whole life .Grew up on this music .Life here is hard but i wouldnt wouldnt live anywhere else

    • @YourGodStalin
      @YourGodStalin 9 років тому

      +Stanley Fee My family is from around that area, Hazard to be exact, my old man and his parents/siblings moved down here to Texas in the 70's, but just like everyone else, I've got a TON of family in that area still lol

    • @rogerdodger5203
      @rogerdodger5203 8 років тому

      *****

    • @windjammer3950
      @windjammer3950 6 років тому

      There is no reason to. Eastern Kentucky is beautiful and full of friendly people. I live in Boyd county Kentucky. The only problem is the heroin epidemic.

  • @hughmyers8583
    @hughmyers8583 8 років тому +4

    Listening to this song today has such a different emotional impact. Chills run down my neck.

  • @mariesatterly3924
    @mariesatterly3924 2 роки тому +1

    Such incredible talent! Just his chilling rendition, no instruments, no backups, what a performance. Bluegrass, Appalachian, or whatever you want to call it, just raw talent ❤️🙏

    • @futuremichael3244
      @futuremichael3244 2 роки тому

      So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song! How are you

  • @irontribeissues9104
    @irontribeissues9104 2 роки тому

    My mother told me our people carried this tradition and these songs. My voice works this way, too. I am grateful to know this much.

  • @SpeegBJ
    @SpeegBJ 8 років тому +12

    RIP Dr. Stanley. Met you in 2012 at your last Cincinnati performance. First time I saw you was at Bean Blossom, 1971. The best....

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  • @quicksilver1599
    @quicksilver1599 8 років тому +10

    chills all over. God bless Dr. Stanley soul.

  • @patriciahash1023
    @patriciahash1023 8 років тому +2

    and another angel goes home to be with the Lord. Thank you for all you gave us,♡♡♡♡♡

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  • @tesschristianson792
    @tesschristianson792 5 років тому +1

    This man had a heck of a voice!! I 1st heard him sing when I watched the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? with George Clooney. I instantly added this song to my list of Vocal Masterpieces. Beautiful voice & lovely lyrics

  • @WillowTitov
    @WillowTitov 3 роки тому +2

    The Man went out showing admiration and respect for death, despite fighting a losing war with cancer. A true musical legend if there was one.

  • @MrBubbau812
    @MrBubbau812 8 років тому +12

    Death said "No, it's your time to go." RIP, good Sir.

  • @beauosborn3755
    @beauosborn3755 Рік тому

    Always loved Ralph, he’s got a voice that’s so southern and rich it’s blissful. Sure miss the good old music we was blessed with. R.I.P brother

  • @MR.BEATS.LIST.
    @MR.BEATS.LIST. Рік тому

    I have no idea or clue if this legend is still around. If not God bless your soul for this gift. If you are still here I take my hat off to you my man. From England the best voice I've ever heard and also I wish you a fulfilled life

  • @arcadeesgrimm6995
    @arcadeesgrimm6995 7 років тому +5

    I am beyond words in how this touches my soul. RIP

  • @katiee4396
    @katiee4396 Рік тому +2

    This song used to terrify me as a child, now I love it

  • @CornbreadOracle
    @CornbreadOracle Місяць тому

    This was the song that convinced me without a doubt that I was going to buy the soundtrack to O Brother, Where Art Thou? I’ll never forget sitting in the theater and hearing that song.

  • @laurieschroeder7809
    @laurieschroeder7809 12 днів тому

    The song itself speaks volumes and the delivery is amazing!

  • @kimberlyrobinson3992
    @kimberlyrobinson3992 8 років тому +39

    Wonderful voice. Rest in peace, sir. I know you are with God, now.

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  • @halfbreed579
    @halfbreed579 10 років тому +6

    This guy can really sing good! I love his voice!

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  • @suzannji
    @suzannji 8 років тому +1

    True. We are able to hear his voice forever. He was a truly great man, and all who heard him are fortunate.

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  • @michaelkregness8338
    @michaelkregness8338 Рік тому

    Mr. Stanley is what I would call a master of song, stunningly brilliant... you either have the gift or you don't... Mr. Stanley defines virtuoso

  • @fartsfudcjk5475
    @fartsfudcjk5475 8 років тому +3

    He'll never be topped. He's my favorite of all time.

  • @dantelibretatis5473
    @dantelibretatis5473 2 роки тому +3

    I’ve heard this song for years, but I just realized it’s about a sick young boy. His mother is trying to care for him but he knows he’s at his end. Pretty damn sad.

  • @LynyrdSkynyrdFan
    @LynyrdSkynyrdFan 8 років тому +1

    One of the finest human beings to ever grace this planet, RIP Dr. Stanley. You enriched so many lives and comforted so many lost souls. I am thankful you are with Carter again. It was a pleasure to meet you sir and I will see you again someday up in Gloryland.

  • @jdurham8754
    @jdurham8754 3 роки тому

    RIP Ralph Stanley. Thank you Daddy for the memories. You exposed us to this old time music. What a blessing! RIP Daddy.

  • @icook1723
    @icook1723 4 роки тому +11

    Hearing this in NYC during the peak of COVID 19

  • @docluv14
    @docluv14 6 років тому +50

    This makes me think of “O Brother, Where Art Thou”

    • @michaelhull1813
      @michaelhull1813 4 роки тому +19

      Well... It was in the movie, so go figure.

    • @magnvsmarcvs
      @magnvsmarcvs 4 роки тому

      Where's who ?

    • @SamSung-qy5hj
      @SamSung-qy5hj 4 роки тому +8

      Made that klan scene twice as good!
      Amazing performance.

    • @brotherhawk3228
      @brotherhawk3228 4 роки тому +8

      Isn't this place a geographical oddity , it's 2 weeks from everywhere..... doooont seek the treasure.... Great Movie ! I don't want foob I'm a dapper dan man

    • @teeblackwell6301
      @teeblackwell6301 3 роки тому +1

      He sings in hell on wheels too, season 1 episode 1

  • @sarahthatgirl8920
    @sarahthatgirl8920 8 років тому +1

    RIP RALPH STANLEY!!! YOUR PLAYINRG YOUR MUSIC IN HEAVEN WITH THE ANGELS UP THERE. MY GRANDPA LOVED PLAYIN YOUR MUSIC ALONG WITH LESTER AND EARL SCRUGGS TUNES. I BLEED BLUEGRASS, I PICK BLUEGRASS, I LOVE BLUEGRASS. GOODBYE TO AN AWESOME LEGEND, WELL NOT GOODBYE....MORE LIKE SEE YOU IN HEAVEN WHEN I GET THERE, ALONG WITH MY GRANDPA! BOY WILL HEAVEN BE FUN THEN!!! FILLED WITH GODS PRAISE AND BEAUTIFUL BLUEGRASS GOSPEL. NOW YOU GET TO BE REUNITED WITH CARTER STANLEY!!!

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  • @olaakinlade4362
    @olaakinlade4362 2 роки тому

    I absolutely love this song. It's dialogue that we all have. Life is beautiful. Enjoy. Live. Love. Laugh. Silence is for when we are gone.