"Dear Andy, it has been so long since you passed away. I'm grateful to have lived with your songs for over half a century. I had a happy life. When you sang this song, you would say, 'This is a song that Robert Kennedy loved.' Singing this song for your dear friend was truly something wonderful. I can no longer hear your live performances, but I can still listen to them before I go to sleep like this. Andy! Thank you so much!"
Ik zou willen dat ik daar was geweest. Hij is in 2012 overleden, maar na 50 jaar fan nog steeds niet dood🙏Andy was een fantastische zanger die mij vanaf mn 14e jaar heeft vergezeld. Ik ben nu 64. Het is bijzonder dat hij mij nog een paar kaartjes heeft geschreven, lang geleden.
I am a huge Elvis Presley fan and I feel embarrassed for Elvis and his fan's when I hear such childish, nasty comment's about other singers- just because they aren't Elvis. Elvis version is certainly different and has it's own beauty. Andy Williams version is delivered so sensitively and passionately that it cannot be faulted. Show some respect. Rest In Peace Andy.
I am a huge elvis fan too!..and good to hear a sensible comment! Andy williams had a phenomenal voice! Yes i prefer the elvis version but this is a great version also!
When I was 14 I becama fan of Andy williams and I still am! I have written a letter to him and he has sent me a nice card. I've saved it as a very dear gift. One of the most beautiful voices ever. Thank you
Recorded in May 1978 for the BBC at Royal Albert Hall, London. Andy Williams (1927 - 2012) was undoubtably one of the finest male singers of his generation. Just listen to his voice here - Many others noted here are also fantastic - all greats, but for me, Andy Williams touched my soul when he sang like none other.
I am also a huge fan of the Elvis version. I was 11 years old when Elvis hit and I was hooked from the beginning. I first saw Aloha from Hawaii after Elvis died and I cried like a baby watching it. I have it on DVD and CD and, even playing it in the car, I tear-up. I have to hand it to Andy Williams though--this is truly a heartfelt version by great singer with an incredible voice. May they both rest in peace.
Without doubt this is a great version but you can't help think of Elvis although arranged by Mickey Newbury. Elvis' version was so full of passion and power that his performance was truly out of this world.
My earliest memories, just fleeting images really, are of seeing Andy Williams on TV. I was maybe 4. Pre kindergarten.. I always think about that whenever I see him. And what an amazing voice! Nice and unique interpretation of this great piece, too.
I have loved his singing since I was 12 years old when my Aunt to me to the State Fair in Wisconsin to see him! I saw him in Branson when he told the audience he had cancer and he died the next year, so sad!
My deepest sympathies to the family! Andy will always have a super special place in my heart! Heaven is richer, more beautiful place today with him singing around the throne of God! There will never be another better singer. He poured all of his heart & soul into each song & you can feel it. Have all his Christmas albums. Holy Night & Little Jesus Boy alawys brings tears to my eyes. RIP Andy. No Andy for Christmas, no Dick Clark for New Years. The holidays will never be the same.
This is a sublime, WONDERFUL version by a man who in my view is an American treasure, Mr. Andy Williams ( RIP). Andy really takes this song to the heights and I'm grateful for the opportunity to experience this interpretation. Sir Tom Jones also has one that in my view is THE version because of the core gut power/passion he puts into with that One of kind voice. A hearty round of applause to both those incredible vocalists and the rich legacy of Music they shared with the world. BTW, Sir Tom Still at 80 plus years of age, has retained much of that powerful and unique voice. Cheers 🍻
Elvis Presley, made it a hit song. His version was the best. His feelings came through so very strongly on aloha from Hawaii. This man has a nice voice though.
Wow! Andy really did great justice to this song! I got chills more than once listening to this. The only other version that give me chills is of course from Elvis Presley.
Your right,don't fight about great talent. Each to his or her own.We are lucky to have so many great versions of this great trilogy.I am English and love Elvis and Andy Williams but also love the original version written and sung by Mickey Newbury the GREAT Mickey Newbury,just take a listen and see what I mean.Take care all.
Don't get me wrong, I saw Andy at Ceasar's Palace and his entry from the back of the building singing Moon River was one of the greatest performances I have ever seen.
@@raymofarrell19 I guess Elvis's version isn't everyone's cup of tea, but for me not only did Elvis's voice sound excellent, but the band was extraordinary on the Aloha from Hawaii show. I applaud Mr Williams for his ability to sing this song and make it his own. I also prefer the Elvis version, but that's because he had a stage presence unmatched by many.
I was at this concert, and it was the most beautiful thing I've heard........just a shame whoever posted it cut the very end off, the bit of Impossible Dream that Andy added to the end was superb, fantastic last note......xxx
Jerimiah Dixon , of Mason-Dixon Line fame and "Dixie" , was an Englishman who was born and died not 3 miles from where I live near Bishop Auckland , County Durham.
Hermosa voz , bien , ahora la versión de Elvis , no tiene comparación , el power y el sentimiento de Elvis ,es indiscutible , muy superior ,a muchos que han versionado este tema , no hay como comparar
Simply amazing but there's only one person in the whole wide world who this song truly belongs to the king Elvis Presley god bless him for all eternity amen
He did probably one of the most amazing Battle Hymms at RFKs funeral at Saint Patrick's. Unfortunately after being joined by a full choir, he only did one refrain. He could have built it up to an epic creschendo.....😝
i'm an authority on fine music from classical to country, no rap or jazz. i was not really a fan of elvis, but listening to tens of thousands of songs, elvis is the best male vocalist ever followed by sinatra. andy williams is in top 5, not bad, super singer, but trilogy belongs to elvis
Elvis Presley Brought the House to a Standstill when he Sang this American Triology in 1972 and every time he Sang it Andy Williams does a good version but Elvis Presley’s his far Superior.
Sorry folks,although I love Andy Williams,Elvis Presley there is only one version of this song to listen too and that is the man who put it togeather Mickey Newbury.Type in Mickey Newbury American Trilogy,and select the forth down for the best sound and sight and for some reason you get it twice..........so go............enjoy the best.......Mr Mickey Newbury.
Monica kaja you have HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE TASTE. I love Elvis too but Andy Williams is an incredible talent. He didn't ruin his talent with drugs. God bless Andy.
American Trilogy is a fantastic song and would have been a minor hit until Elvis covered it and made it a worldwide favourite, thanks to the satellite concert. All other covers are now compared to the Elvis version which has become the standard.
+claude leguellec I think you are french et breton vs avez raison j'ai le 45 T original de cette époque entre autre de plein d'autres Procol Harum ,Moody Blues,Bee gees........J'avais 17 ans à cette époque 68 ,Woodstock quelle période !!!!!!!
Boy he took the raw emotion and pain which makes the Elvis version so powerful, right out of it. This has zero feeling. Sounds just like another vanilla 70’s pop ditty when he sings it. Nobody and I mean nobody can sing this song right outside of Elvis. I stand on that.
There are some truly great singers who have done a great job with this song song, but no one comes close to Elvis. Just listen to the 'hush little baby verse' and you will see the emotional connection Elvis had & no one comes close to the power and passion. Andy Williams does a good version which I listened to all the way through unlike the John cash version, which I thought was terrible. Andy Williams, one of the greatest and underage voices of the 20th century!
@@jimbritttn you clearly don't give credit where credit is due,Elvis just couldn't sing the song properly. Might pay to open your ears for once. Elvis was good but I wouldn't say he was great.
@@xtiancolquhoun7410 he doesn't have the power in his voice that Elvis had and you take both of their bodies of work Elvis was way more versatile than Andy WilliamsAndy Williams had one great voice Elvis had many great voices Andy Williams definitely is not in the same league
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"Dear Andy, it has been so long since you passed away. I'm grateful to have lived with your songs for over half a century. I had a happy life. When you sang this song, you would say, 'This is a song that Robert Kennedy loved.' Singing this song for your dear friend was truly something wonderful. I can no longer hear your live performances, but I can still listen to them before I go to sleep like this. Andy! Thank you so much!"
Andy's voice was a gift from God to all of us .
Ik zou willen dat ik daar was geweest. Hij is in 2012 overleden, maar na 50 jaar fan nog steeds niet dood🙏Andy was een fantastische zanger die mij vanaf mn 14e jaar heeft vergezeld. Ik ben nu 64. Het is bijzonder dat hij mij nog een paar kaartjes heeft geschreven, lang geleden.
I am a huge Elvis Presley fan and I feel embarrassed for Elvis and his fan's when I hear such childish, nasty comment's about other singers- just because they aren't Elvis. Elvis version is certainly different and has it's own beauty. Andy Williams version is delivered so sensitively and passionately that it cannot be faulted.
Show some respect. Rest In Peace Andy.
I am a huge elvis fan too!..and good to hear a sensible comment! Andy williams had a phenomenal voice! Yes i prefer the elvis version but this is a great version also!
When I was 14 I becama fan of Andy williams and I still am! I have written a letter to him and he has sent me a nice card. I've saved it as a very dear gift. One of the most beautiful voices ever. Thank you
Andy@
Now I am 65 and still a fan of Andy Wiliams❤
Very Beautiful Song and Beautiful Interpretation 💓
Absolutely fabulous....Andy Williams does an amazing job on this trilogy with his voice of an angel!
This guy could sing!
Recorded in May 1978 for the BBC at Royal Albert Hall, London. Andy Williams (1927 - 2012) was undoubtably one of the finest male singers of his generation. Just listen to his voice here - Many others noted here are also fantastic - all greats, but for me, Andy Williams touched my soul when he sang like none other.
I agree wholeheartedly!
I am also a huge fan of the Elvis version. I was 11 years old when Elvis hit and I was hooked from the beginning. I first saw Aloha from Hawaii after Elvis died and I cried like a baby watching it. I have it on DVD and CD and, even playing it in the car, I tear-up. I have to hand it to Andy Williams though--this is truly a heartfelt version by great singer with an incredible voice. May they both rest in peace.
Parabéns ainda aos Magníficos Músicos...
God Bless You Mr Andy Williams! The Heavens have 2 voices to bring peace all of us! Mr Elvis Presley beside Mr Andy Williams. RIP both of you.
Without doubt this is a great version but you can't help think of Elvis although arranged by Mickey Newbury. Elvis' version was so full of passion and power that his performance was truly out of this world.
I'm Replaying This Over And Over And Over
I'm an Elvis fan but I just came across this somehow and I'm blown over with the magnificence of this voice. Truly excels.
One of the greatest singers of all time! What a magnificent voice!
Wonderful ... both Andy and Elvis did great jobs with this ...
My earliest memories, just fleeting images really, are of seeing Andy Williams on TV. I was maybe 4. Pre kindergarten.. I always think about that whenever I see him. And what an amazing voice! Nice and unique interpretation of this great piece, too.
Great job on this beautiful song - Andy was certainly one of the great voices of my lifetime
I have loved his singing since I was 12 years old when my Aunt to me to the State Fair in Wisconsin to see him! I saw him in Branson when he told the audience he had cancer and he died the next year, so sad!
I always said Andy Williams was the best American singer.
One of the most evocative rendering of this anthem! His voice is like liquid silver on the ears.. thank God for Andy Williams
My deepest sympathies to the family! Andy will always have a super special place in my heart! Heaven is richer, more beautiful place today with him singing around the throne of God! There will never be another better singer. He poured all of his heart & soul into each song & you can feel it. Have all his Christmas albums. Holy Night & Little Jesus Boy alawys brings tears to my eyes. RIP Andy. No Andy for Christmas, no Dick Clark for New Years. The holidays will never be the same.
très joli...very nice...of France !
Parabéns ainda aos magníficos músicos...
This is a sublime, WONDERFUL version by a man who in my view is an American treasure, Mr. Andy Williams ( RIP). Andy really takes this song to the heights and I'm grateful for the opportunity to experience this interpretation.
Sir Tom Jones also has one that in my view is THE version because of the core gut power/passion he puts into with that One of kind voice. A hearty round of applause to both those incredible vocalists and the rich legacy of Music they shared with the world.
BTW, Sir Tom Still at 80 plus years of age, has retained much of that powerful and unique voice.
Cheers 🍻
Elvis Presley, made it a hit song. His version was the best. His feelings came through so very strongly on aloha from Hawaii. This man has a nice voice though.
The best performer and singer in his time
beautiful voice. Big range.
He is great.
The voice...amazing
Wow! Andy really did great justice to this song! I got chills more than once listening to this. The only other version that give me chills is of course from Elvis Presley.
Ditto
Yes, both Andy and Elvis are phenomenal song interpreters. Both of them give me goosebumps. It’s much more than merely singing isn’t it❤️
Your right,don't fight about great talent. Each to his or her own.We are lucky to have so many great versions of this great trilogy.I am English and love Elvis and Andy Williams but also love the original version written and sung by Mickey Newbury the GREAT Mickey Newbury,just take a listen and see what I mean.Take care all.
Ditto!!!
Don't get me wrong, I saw Andy at Ceasar's Palace and his entry from the back of the building singing Moon River was one of the greatest performances I have ever seen.
Glory glory Alleluia his voice goes marching on
Absolutely why he is and has always been a great singer! Wonderful renditions!
WOW !
Just WOW
I was a child when I first saw him, usually a Christmas or Thanksgiving special. What a wonderful voice, amazing.
beautiful voice
Wow what a beautiful rendition of this song !
Thanks for sharing! Andy Williams is a true gift!!
Rest In Peace Andy Williams.
Elvis is my all-time favorite singer (I named my son after him (Andrew Williams B...) but Elvis is the best at doing this song
Bravo 👏🏻 Bravo 👏🏻 🇺🇸 Well Done !
Thought Tom's version of this song was second just behind Newburys, but this is truly the best version there is.
Andy's voice is angelic.
Have you forgotten about a man by the name of Elvis Aaron Presley??!!
@@raymofarrell19 nope, just didn't prefer his version, I like it but its definitely not my favourite
@@raymofarrell19 I guess Elvis's version isn't everyone's cup of tea, but for me not only did Elvis's voice sound excellent, but the band was extraordinary on the Aloha from Hawaii show.
I applaud Mr Williams for his ability to sing this song and make it his own. I also prefer the Elvis version, but that's because he had a stage presence unmatched by many.
Have To Listen To This Again
I'm a Elvis man but give credit where its due. This version is truly great.
at 4:52 - out of this world beautiful
I think, given the timeframe, this was a tribute to Elvis. And it was bloody good !
The very best .such amazing words .
Beautiful. Thank you Andy, for your music that inspired me in my youth, and on. ✨✝️🕊✨
Stunning.... Simply stunning.
This version is second only to the guy who put it together and that's Mickey Newbury. Give it a listen.
Lindo demais....maravilhosa voz
What an EXCELLENT version os AT
I was at this concert, and it was the most beautiful thing I've heard........just a shame whoever posted it cut the very end off, the bit of Impossible Dream that Andy added to the end was superb, fantastic last note......xxx
Christine Watts Year ???
@@savannaglass8200 1978 in London
Jerimiah Dixon , of Mason-Dixon Line fame and "Dixie" , was an Englishman who was born and died not 3 miles from where I live near Bishop Auckland , County Durham.
another favorite mix by ANDY WILLIAMS
I love Andy, he was and still is my favorite since the 1970s but this is, and always will be, Elvis' song!
I agree with you 👏👏👏👏 ELVIS FOREVER 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Hermosa voz , bien , ahora la versión de Elvis , no tiene comparación , el power y el sentimiento de Elvis ,es indiscutible , muy superior ,a muchos que han versionado este tema , no hay como comparar
heriberto rojas, its your opinion and let keep it that way..
National treasure
Apparently he had a hard time singing anything related to the Battle Hymn after 1968, when he sung it for his good friend Bobby Kennedy's funeral.
Love this!
Noel Brady's version of this may be at the top of the list.
Simply amazing but there's only one person in the whole wide world who this song truly belongs to the king Elvis Presley god bless him for all eternity amen
Like Andy Williams, but he’s sung it like a love song..not as intended as a requiem for the fallen
LA MEJOR CANCION QUE SE PUEDE ESCUCHAR EN EL CORAZON ♥
Exactly right. Both singers had very little - if any - equal.
OMG...amazing...❤❤❤
the greatest male pop voice of all time
this is the most beautiful version of all artist of all time
He did probably one of the most amazing Battle Hymms at RFKs funeral at Saint Patrick's. Unfortunately after being joined by a full choir, he only did one refrain. He could have built it up to an epic creschendo.....😝
Elvis's version is just Hauntingly brilliant.....
I prefer Elvis’ version with his lower register, but this version is outstanding
Interesting that no one here is mentioning the best version (original version), done by the writer of the song- Mickey Newbury; he is incomparable.
This version sounds better than the elvis Presley version!
I love Andy williams , God rest his soul ..
i'm an authority on fine music from classical to country, no rap or jazz. i was not really a fan of elvis, but listening to tens of thousands of songs, elvis is the best male vocalist ever followed by sinatra. andy williams is in top 5, not bad, super singer, but trilogy belongs to elvis
Ditto ! -elvisokr-
Elvis you are not even close to this King! Andy truly is God's voice.
Andy Williams can sing rings around Elvis, I don't care how big a star Elvis was.
HTHAMMACK1 👏
WRONG, Elvis nailed this song! Andy WIlliams is my favorite but I give credit where credit is due
Wise up
Elvis Presley Brought the House to a Standstill when he Sang this American Triology in 1972 and every time he Sang it Andy Williams does a good version but Elvis Presley’s his far Superior.
@@michaelpickering4902 Elvis was way more versatile than Andy Williams Elvis voice way more powerful in this particular song
What year did he do this live version? Thanks
1978
Sorry folks,although I love Andy Williams,Elvis Presley there is only one version of this song to listen too and that is the man who put it togeather Mickey Newbury.Type in Mickey Newbury American Trilogy,and select the forth down for the best sound and sight and for some reason you get it twice..........so go............enjoy the best.......Mr Mickey Newbury.
John Brooks Newbury, who? The only reason the world knows this song is Elvis Presley!
A song he should’ve sung
Monica kaja you have HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE TASTE. I love Elvis too but Andy Williams is an incredible talent. He didn't ruin his talent with drugs. God bless Andy.
American Trilogy is a fantastic song and would have been a minor hit until Elvis covered it and made it a worldwide favourite, thanks to the satellite concert.
All other covers are now compared to the Elvis version which has become the standard.
PS.Listen to the Tom Jones version of Mickey's trilogy
Évry body talk about Elvis,OK but This song its Not from him ! Listen go Mickey Newbury !
yes indeed
Thx u dude ;-)
+claude leguellec I think you are french et breton vs avez raison j'ai le 45 T original de cette époque entre autre de plein d'autres Procol Harum ,Moody Blues,Bee gees........J'avais 17 ans à cette époque 68 ,Woodstock quelle période !!!!!!!
claude leguellec are you drunk?
Boy he took the raw emotion and pain which makes the Elvis version so powerful, right out of it. This has zero feeling. Sounds just like another vanilla 70’s pop ditty when he sings it. Nobody and I mean nobody can sing this song right outside of Elvis. I stand on that.
Elvis' version was great. But Elvis simply couldn't sing this well. I'm a HUGE Elvis fan, but Elvis couldn't touch Andy vocally...no one can.
WRONG, Elvis nailed this song! Andy WIlliams is my favorite but I give credit where credit is due
Wise up
There are some truly great singers who have done a great job with this song song, but no one comes close to Elvis. Just listen to the 'hush little baby verse' and you will see the emotional connection Elvis had & no one comes close to the power and passion. Andy Williams does a good version which I listened to all the way through unlike the John cash version, which I thought was terrible. Andy Williams, one of the greatest and underage voices of the 20th century!
@@jimbritttn you clearly don't give credit where credit is due,Elvis just couldn't sing the song properly. Might pay to open your ears for once. Elvis was good but I wouldn't say he was great.
@@xtiancolquhoun7410 he doesn't have the power in his voice that Elvis had and you take both of their bodies of work Elvis was way more versatile than Andy WilliamsAndy Williams had one great voice Elvis had many great voices Andy Williams definitely is not in the same league
Andy is good, very good. Just not at the same level as Elvis. But then, absolutely nobody was.
What a great singer as far as comparing him to Elvis, well in my humble opinion Elvis is far overated!!!
he should have just stayed away from this song
Andrew Heller, I totally agree!!!
stick to something you know TIM
You've obviously got no taste.!!
Does a fine job, different style.
Ditto ! -elvisokr-