I am a camera operator and my shot was the cross 2 shot pushing into Willie. It was amazing. I will never forget that particular CMA Awards show. Thank you for doing this!
I asked this question in the main thread, but I guess maybe I should have asked it here, since you were there: Was she originally supposed to be part of the performance, or did she go out there because Willie seemed to be in such distress?
@martinhenderson923 It was planned for her to come in after the second verse. I can't remember how rehearsals went though. We all felt for Willie though.
@@MrBlueskyguy Thanks for the response. I know country loves those walk-ons. I remember back when I was a much younger man and followed country more closely (my wife's not a fan) and George Jones walked on to a Barbara Mandrell song -- I think it was "I was country when country wasn't cool." But this moment with Willie is one that I've never seen nor heard about, and it was touching, to be sure. And I appreciate Palmisano for his treatment of it. This was a really enlightening 10 minutes of my life. Thanks for your response, and I'm glad you were able to be a part of it and that you appreciate it.
I got to cook for Willie Nelson one time. I cooked for alot of stars, it was just part of the job, but cooking for Willie was one of the times that I was really proud of and grateful for the opportunity to do. To share my work with someone who has shared their work with me.
My mom passed in 2015. She had cancer and dementia, she didn’t recognize her own kids… Near the end we were all with her in her home and flipping down the dial (she loved TV/ music) her favorite singer of all time, Willie Nelson… We came upon a WN concert. For the next 45mins she came out of her fog. Singing along remembering her kids names smiling, lucid, and happy. Once the concert ended, she slipped back into the fog… I’ll always love Willie just for this one hour of happiness back in 2015… The pain, confusion, and fear swept away as Willie sang about being on the road again. Thank you for sharing this and awakening a warm memory in my mind. Music the balm that soothes all ills. Amen 🙏🏻
I was just telling my friends today that one month before my mom died (Alzheimer’s and brain tumor) she sang her and my father’s song - Moon River. When she was finished she gave a heartache type of look downward. She remembered him. He had died 40 years prior to her. It’s the best video and memory of her musical gifts. If you haven’t watched it, look for the Glen Campbell documentary of his journey with Alzheimer’s and songs
This had me in tears, brought back a memory of my grandpa. Had been completely non-responsive for days. A distant cousin came and sang a few old songs he loved. Out of nowhere he woke up and sang along to his favorite old church song. Once the song was over he just went back to sleep with a smile on his face. He died later that evening. Thanks for sharing your story. It triggered that memory of my grandpa, from what feels like a whole lifetime ago.
Vince Gill singing Go Rest High on That Mountain at George Jones funeral. Saw it the other day and was completely shattered. I’m sure you’ve seen it, but it’s 100% worth another watch.
I burst into tears seeing Willie struggle with his song! He is a beautiful legend in country music and him struggling broke my heart! And the lady singing with him is an angel indeed!
Michael Palmisano, I've watched your channel enough to see that you know struggle, that this knowledge makes you notice when others are struggling. I see that you know about overcoming struggle, so you notice when others are struggling to overcome. This is why I watch. Please let your kids break in next time, so we can meet the ones who helped make you this man. Love, struggle, forgive. Love more. Struggle will visit again.
I love to see a legendary artist get his flowers while still around. As roadworn as that red-headed stranger is, I can unsympathetically say that their voices sounded *beautiful* together.
Its been replaced with synthetic empathy. Synthetic sympathy. People are now using that which was pure back in the day, as fake and mainstream. We are done as a society. Only few good untainted people left in western society.
This wasn’t the most technical reaction, I didn’t learn how to be a better guitar player or gain some deeper understanding of the theory behind the tune, but I did learn how to be a better performer, how to appreciate the subtleties of both of their performances, and I cried a little bit. This is my favorite thing that you’ve ever done. Thank you.
This clip is a masterclass in expert professional performance. There's an axiom of theatrical improvisation that whatever your partner says you respond, "Yes, and..." That's all through this.
Made me tear up... I don't watch TV and so glad you shared that moment. Always love KC Musgraves, for sure! She is the real deal. And Willie will always be Willie - until he isn't anymore. I'm just here for the music, Hugs.
It hurts to see Willie like this but there's such beautiful interaction here between them. So much respect and kindness. I'm not a country music fan so I'd never have seen this without you making this video, Michael, so thank you. "It'll all be alright" made me shed a tear. Edit: I wrote this before getting to the end of the video. Watching you try to hold it together while your kids were trying to get in was hilarious. One of the many reasons I love your channel. Honest and real.
Michael, you are an amazing guy who has struggled to carve out a very needed and special place in the music world. No one conveys their enthusiasm and love of music in such a genuine and instructive way. Aside from being an impressive musician and teacher you are introducing your public to some very emotionally moving artists and shows. Your belief in putting family first is admirable. I wish you only the best. Keep on keepin’ on.
Yeah, that got me... Stardust came out in '78, and 7 short years later in '85, thanks to my parents, in kindergarten I would walk home every day from the bustop, humming (and litterally walking on) the Sunny Side of the Street. Good memory I can visualize til this day. ❤
The kids in the background pounding at the door makes this all the more human and relatable. I love the things you show us, Michael. I never would’ve seen this performance or the subtleties if you hadn’t made a video. Beautiful.
I saw Willie and George Straight live at Willie's birthday bash last year. I cried the entire show because you could tell he was struggling. I love him so much. He's been a part of my life since I was a little girl and I'm gonna miss him when he's gone, but he will forever live on in our hearts.
The last “It will all be alright” was completely emblematic about what we just watched on stage. And her voice made that line sound as beautiful to my ears as the performance did to my eyes.
There's always Patty Loveless helping Vince Gill sing Go Rest High on that Mountain during the George Jones funeral when Vince got too choked up to sing. It will bring tears to your eyes.
Yeah, I’m not cryin’ 😢. Allergies. My superhero dad is getting to this age so it hits close to home. Thank you for honoring this kindness and compassion. It’s in such short supply these days. 🙏🙏🙏
Wow man this hit deep. Willie we love you brother and may all the loved ones you’ve lost be waiting for you on the day god calls you. A true legend and what a beautiful person.
I can't deny it - I cried. It goes without saying that I love Willie Nelson. Anyone who disagrees is wrong! Kacey Musgraves has a voice that melts my heart. Her song "Follow your arrow" literally changed my life. If baffles me why some people don't like country music. It's raw, real and comes straight from the heart. Michael, you're an inspiration - and a bloody nice bloke!
The idea of a true epitome of country is captured in the fog of nostalgia for a time and rural existence that's changed. I'd rather listen to Willie or Waylon or George Jones. They were the lodestones of my rural upbringing but that was generations ago and the rural populace has an access to things wider than terrestrial radio and the inborn folkish catalog of their parents, siblings and peers. Country music for better or worse has changed because the audience and the inhabitants of the country have changed.
I remember watching the 2014 CMA awards show when Kacey did a duet with the queen of country Loretta Lynn. You could see the respect & admiration Kacey had for Loretta and it was a kind of passing of the torch moment. This performance once again shows her respect & admiration for the legends of country music that paved the way for a new generation to follow. I met Kacey in 2014 when she was touring for her "Same Trailer Different Park" album. She was very humble , friendly & down to earth.
He is 90 now, so he must have been 85 then. What a special memory for all those lucky enough to be in that audience. Loved seeing Thomas Rhett& the Lady A gang with tears. They know they are witnessing a legend. Casey did a beautiful job & her grace was lovely to see.
Isn't human compassion and empathy, just the most beautiful thing? I wish for our world, and all of our sakes, that we would see and experience this so much more often. So touching and beautiful.
Wow - nice lesson here today in seeing what many people often miss - not only the epitome of respect...but of humanity , true compassion and human empathy. Showing this today also speaks really well of you , Michael , you're a good hearted man. As an older man myself , I don't mind admitting I actually got a little emotional on this one. Thanks for taking the time to notice and put this one together the way you did - you did really good !!😊❤
I don't like country music in general but I really loved this and it made me cry like four times, you are awesome and please keep doing everything that you do
What a beautiful human Kacey is ! She shows what a wonderful person she is , helping Willie out it's the best thing I have seen for a long time thank you
My first thought was why would they let him on stage. At this stage in his life it can't do his legacy any good. Immediately thereafter I thought thank God they did. We were blessed to see this. Thanks MP! This is why I follow MP. I started playing the mandolin in 2020 at 57 years old. The things I learn from MP about music and stage presence I just can't get anywhere else.
When she puts her arm around him and sings “It’ll all be alright” - that hit harder than a Pixar movie. As musicians the connection we can have on stage is really special and unique. But this is an entirely other level. Beautiful moment, and I loved hearing your commentary on it. Thanks for sharing.
I can't tell you the amount of respect I have for Willie getting up and doing this. He's a legend. He used to own the stage. Now, he has to rely on the helpful hand of a young woman to guide him. It isn't like he didn't know what would happen. He did it to show respect to the audience. There are so many lessons to be learned here.
I got to admit, this made me cry, and I’m a tough son of a B…the respect and care that was shown between artists, not the tearing apart …is what this world needs, if every You Tuber could put one vid out a week like this one, showing our humanity, the world would be a better place for it. Thank you for being real.
I've seen him live 3 times now and I'll see him as long as he wants to your. But it's like this and I could care less, I'm there to pay respect to one of heros. We'll all sing the words you can't Willie. We love you.
12:00 - Bro. Vince Gill & Patty Loveless, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” at George Jones’s farewell at the Opry. Ten years ago I think, on YT. Patty gave him so much space and support. One of my all time favorites of both of their performances.
She sings gently with him, never a move to steal the spotlight. Class act. Thanks for sharing, Michael.
I am a camera operator and my shot was the cross 2 shot pushing into Willie. It was amazing. I will never forget that particular CMA Awards show. Thank you for doing this!
Amazing to have someone in the community who was actually there for that moment. Just pure magic.
I asked this question in the main thread, but I guess maybe I should have asked it here, since you were there: Was she originally supposed to be part of the performance, or did she go out there because Willie seemed to be in such distress?
@martinhenderson923 It was planned for her to come in after the second verse. I can't remember how rehearsals went though. We all felt for Willie though.
@@MrBlueskyguy Thanks for the response. I know country loves those walk-ons. I remember back when I was a much younger man and followed country more closely (my wife's not a fan) and George Jones walked on to a Barbara Mandrell song -- I think it was "I was country when country wasn't cool." But this moment with Willie is one that I've never seen nor heard about, and it was touching, to be sure. And I appreciate Palmisano for his treatment of it. This was a really enlightening 10 minutes of my life. Thanks for your response, and I'm glad you were able to be a part of it and that you appreciate it.
Beautiful!
Amen and amen
Amen.
I got to cook for Willie Nelson one time. I cooked for alot of stars, it was just part of the job, but cooking for Willie was one of the times that I was really proud of and grateful for the opportunity to do. To share my work with someone who has shared their work with me.
Love this
Respect.
Give flowers to your idols while you still have the chance.
Do it for family and friends also.
My mom passed in 2015. She had cancer and dementia, she didn’t recognize her own kids… Near the end we were all with her in her home and flipping down the dial (she loved TV/ music) her favorite singer of all time, Willie Nelson… We came upon a WN concert. For the next 45mins she came out of her fog. Singing along remembering her kids names smiling, lucid, and happy. Once the concert ended, she slipped back into the fog… I’ll always love Willie just for this one hour of happiness back in 2015… The pain, confusion, and fear swept away as Willie sang about being on the road again. Thank you for sharing this and awakening a warm memory in my mind. Music the balm that soothes all ills. Amen 🙏🏻
What a beautiful memory, Thank You for sharing it with us. I hope that this precious moment has given you some peace along the way. Blessings Always
I was just telling my friends today that one month before my mom died (Alzheimer’s and brain tumor) she sang her and my father’s song - Moon River. When she was finished she gave a heartache type of look downward. She remembered him. He had died 40 years prior to her. It’s the best video and memory of her musical gifts. If you haven’t watched it, look for the Glen Campbell documentary of his journey with Alzheimer’s and songs
I’m in tears reading this. So much love ❤️
Man thank you so much for sharing this. God is faithful my brother
This had me in tears, brought back a memory of my grandpa. Had been completely non-responsive for days. A distant cousin came and sang a few old songs he loved. Out of nowhere he woke up and sang along to his favorite old church song. Once the song was over he just went back to sleep with a smile on his face. He died later that evening. Thanks for sharing your story. It triggered that memory of my grandpa, from what feels like a whole lifetime ago.
Wonderful
He’s such a pro even now
right in the feels
Damnit. Just got something in my eye, now its watering .....
Vince Gill singing Go Rest High on That Mountain at George Jones funeral. Saw it the other day and was completely shattered. I’m sure you’ve seen it, but it’s 100% worth another watch.
TEARS from an old guy...Thank you, Michael
This is priceless! Thank you!
That’s was beautiful
I burst into tears seeing Willie struggle with his song! He is a beautiful legend in country music and him struggling broke my heart! And the lady singing with him is an angel indeed!
Thank you
That was heart breakingly, achingly beautiful. It made me weep to see it.
That was special, never seen it before. Thank you
“Jack, I hear you buddy” at the the end was so sweet I had to subscribe 💕
That was Amazing.
Damn… why did I watch this is a restaurant. Phew. Powerful.
Michael Palmisano, I've watched your channel enough to see that you know struggle, that this knowledge makes you notice when others are struggling. I see that you know about overcoming struggle, so you notice when others are struggling to overcome. This is why I watch. Please let your kids break in next time, so we can meet the ones who helped make you this man. Love, struggle, forgive. Love more. Struggle will visit again.
Not just the "epitome of True Country Music" but, in my opinion, the epitome of how we should always be towards one another.
I'm not crying! You are!
I love to see a legendary artist get his flowers while still around. As roadworn as that red-headed stranger is, I can unsympathetically say that their voices sounded *beautiful* together.
It hurts my soul seeing Willie like that. She'll be remembered for that proformance, helping a legend get through a song.
Giving it all he's got is all he's ever done, and for her to be there for him when he couldn't ... Priceless.
Nothing is better as an artist than being being able to work with your idols.
Music is a language that knows no bounds.
Also, Musgraves is a G. Makes me wanna burn one with John Prine
Empathy is the missing ingredient in this world of ours. This is beautiful.
Its been replaced with synthetic empathy. Synthetic sympathy. People are now using that which was pure back in the day, as fake and mainstream. We are done as a society. Only few good untainted people left in western society.
Awesome, thank you for sharing!
Awesome video Brother. You Sir are a Class Act! Love them both
It's tough watching your heroes as they approach the end of their journey but I'm glad you shared it. We need to see more of this kind of humanity.
Class act
This is simply beautiful and real. Thank you for this vid Mike.
That’s true professionalism! She was masterful in making sure the performance went as well as it could!
Incredibly respectful❤ Thanks for sharing!!!
saw him in san antonio before this and you could see hes tired then. Its gonna hurt when hes gone
His son Lucas is carrying on his tradition and sounds a lot like his father. Thanks for bringing his music to another generation.
Thank you for sharing this.
This wasn’t the most technical reaction, I didn’t learn how to be a better guitar player or gain some deeper understanding of the theory behind the tune, but I did learn how to be a better performer, how to appreciate the subtleties of both of their performances, and I cried a little bit. This is my favorite thing that you’ve ever done. Thank you.
I’m with you. Well said.
I could not say this better.
This clip is a masterclass in expert professional performance. There's an axiom of theatrical improvisation that whatever your partner says you respond, "Yes, and..." That's all through this.
this one and your video about the band behind Lauryn Hill covering issues in the middle of the song are two of the best. real recognize real.
Made me tear up... I don't watch TV and so glad you shared that moment. Always love KC Musgraves, for sure! She is the real deal. And Willie will always be Willie - until he isn't anymore. I'm just here for the music, Hugs.
It hurts to see Willie like this but there's such beautiful interaction here between them. So much respect and kindness. I'm not a country music fan so I'd never have seen this without you making this video, Michael, so thank you. "It'll all be alright" made me shed a tear.
Edit: I wrote this before getting to the end of the video. Watching you try to hold it together while your kids were trying to get in was hilarious. One of the many reasons I love your channel. Honest and real.
Michael, you are an amazing guy who has struggled to carve out a very needed and special place in the music world. No one conveys their enthusiasm and love of music in such a genuine and instructive way. Aside from being an impressive musician and teacher you are introducing your public to some very emotionally moving artists and shows. Your belief in putting family first is admirable. I wish you only the best. Keep on keepin’ on.
Yeah, that got me... Stardust came out in '78, and 7 short years later in '85, thanks to my parents, in kindergarten I would walk home every day from the bustop, humming (and litterally walking on) the Sunny Side of the Street.
Good memory I can visualize til this day. ❤
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The kids in the background pounding at the door makes this all the more human and relatable. I love the things you show us, Michael. I never would’ve seen this performance or the subtleties if you hadn’t made a video. Beautiful.
I saw Willie and George Straight live at Willie's birthday bash last year. I cried the entire show because you could tell he was struggling. I love him so much. He's been a part of my life since I was a little girl and I'm gonna miss him when he's gone, but he will forever live on in our hearts.
The last “It will all be alright” was completely emblematic about what we just watched on stage. And her voice made that line sound as beautiful to my ears as the performance did to my eyes.
How come I cry every time I watch your videos? You have a big heart and I love how you show it in others.
OMG! This is priceless!! Thank You for doing this!!!
The two times he sings, or "gets it out," are heart-warming and beautiful. Willie has gotten fragile in the past 5 years, making me love him more.
Thank you so much. ❤❤❤
There's always Patty Loveless helping Vince Gill sing Go Rest High on that Mountain during the George Jones funeral when Vince got too choked up to sing. It will bring tears to your eyes.
Yeah, I’m not cryin’ 😢. Allergies. My superhero dad is getting to this age so it hits close to home. Thank you for honoring this kindness and compassion. It’s in such short supply these days. 🙏🙏🙏
Wow man this hit deep. Willie we love you brother and may all the loved ones you’ve lost be waiting for you on the day god calls you. A true legend and what a beautiful person.
I'm bawling...Willie is what being an American is ALL ABOUT. Respect and love one another for our commonalities, not our differences.
I’ve always thought Kacey was such a talent. But she’s clearly next level
This was beautiful ❤️
I am so not ready for a life without Willie Nelson. GOAT. ❤
I can't deny it - I cried.
It goes without saying that I love Willie Nelson. Anyone who disagrees is wrong!
Kacey Musgraves has a voice that melts my heart. Her song "Follow your arrow" literally changed my life. If baffles me why some people don't like country music. It's raw, real and comes straight from the heart.
Michael, you're an inspiration - and a bloody nice bloke!
I admit that I teared up myself. This moment was a blessing
There's a lot of "pop" country now that lacks the feeling. But we'll always have the good stuff to fall back on. ✌️🤍🇺🇲🎶
The idea of a true epitome of country is captured in the fog of nostalgia for a time and rural existence that's changed. I'd rather listen to Willie or Waylon or George Jones. They were the lodestones of my rural upbringing but that was generations ago and the rural populace has an access to things wider than terrestrial radio and the inborn folkish catalog of their parents, siblings and peers. Country music for better or worse has changed because the audience and the inhabitants of the country have changed.
I remember watching the 2014 CMA awards show when Kacey did a duet with the queen of country Loretta Lynn. You could see the respect & admiration Kacey had for Loretta and it was a kind of passing of the torch moment. This performance once again shows her respect & admiration for the legends of country music that paved the way for a new generation to follow. I met Kacey in 2014 when she was touring for her "Same Trailer Different Park" album. She was very humble , friendly & down to earth.
Even those few words he sang was worth it. He has an amazing voice.
Do wish she'd sung the last line the way he does. Dreamers like me
You point out the most interesting moments. That I would miss 100% of the time. I love your videos
Thanks!
Thx sooo much!!
He is 90 now, so he must have been 85 then. What a special memory for all those lucky enough to be in that audience. Loved seeing Thomas Rhett& the Lady A gang with tears. They know they are witnessing a legend. Casey did a beautiful job & her grace was lovely to see.
This came up in my recommended. It's been a tough day today, and this was a welcome, wholesome relief to the day. Thank you for that.
A TRUE country artist honors those that came before them.
Priceless moment with emotions and blessings that collides.
magical moment
I love Willie so much! Why you make me cry?
Thanks!
❤❤❤
Kindness remains above and beyond all else.
Isn't human compassion and empathy, just the most beautiful thing? I wish for our world, and all of our sakes, that we would see and experience this so much more often. So touching and beautiful.
Wow - nice lesson here today in seeing what many people often miss - not only the epitome of respect...but of humanity , true compassion and human empathy. Showing this today also speaks really well of you , Michael , you're a good hearted man. As an older man myself , I don't mind admitting I actually got a little emotional on this one. Thanks for taking the time to notice and put this one together the way you did - you did really good !!😊❤
Thanks Michael! YOU, Kacey Musgraves and Willy just 'made-my-day' for all the reasons you've mentioned!!! 🥰
I don't like country music in general but I really loved this and it made me cry like four times, you are awesome and please keep doing everything that you do
Love the kids in background...keep love'n 'em!!
😭😭😭 We must preserve Willie at all costs.
On the last chorus she gives him a little nod on "and me" like "OK, we brought it home, we're cool." Beautiful.
What a beautiful human Kacey is ! She shows what a wonderful person she is , helping Willie out it's the best thing I have seen for a long time thank you
It's truly remarkable
That was beautiful, Michael
My first thought was why would they let him on stage. At this stage in his life it can't do his legacy any good. Immediately thereafter I thought thank God they did. We were blessed to see this. Thanks MP!
This is why I follow MP. I started playing the mandolin in 2020 at 57 years old. The things I learn from MP about music and stage presence I just can't get anywhere else.
Thanks for this
When she puts her arm around him and sings “It’ll all be alright” - that hit harder than a Pixar movie.
As musicians the connection we can have on stage is really special and unique. But this is an entirely other level. Beautiful moment, and I loved hearing your commentary on it. Thanks for sharing.
I can't tell you the amount of respect I have for Willie getting up and doing this. He's a legend. He used to own the stage. Now, he has to rely on the helpful hand of a young woman to guide him. It isn't like he didn't know what would happen. He did it to show respect to the audience. There are so many lessons to be learned here.
Be still my heartL cried through the entire beautiful song with these two.
Same. Especially after losing John Prine and Jimmy Buffett.
I got to admit, this made me
cry, and I’m a tough son of a B…the respect and care that was shown between artists, not the tearing apart …is what this world needs, if every You Tuber could put one vid out a week like this one, showing our humanity, the world would be a better place for it. Thank you for being real.
Thank YOU for watching and appreciating this performance. I agree. This is what we need right now.
Same here, jacomans. My eyes weren't dry either, and I'm the polar opposite of a weak/fragile type of person.
I've seen him live 3 times now and I'll see him as long as he wants to your. But it's like this and I could care less, I'm there to pay respect to one of heros. We'll all sing the words you can't Willie. We love you.
….we all need time to catch our breath at times….life affirming and beautiful
Crying my eyes out….. Love the humanity 🙏💙🙏
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doggone it, I am in tears. I grew up listening to Willy, and the respect shown to him is beautiful...Kindness is a simple, but AWESOME thing.
This made me have tears in my eyes. How touching a moment this was.
12:00 - Bro. Vince Gill & Patty Loveless, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” at George Jones’s farewell at the Opry. Ten years ago I think, on YT. Patty gave him so much space and support. One of my all time favorites of both of their performances.
link: ua-cam.com/video/l11oCvBxnQ0/v-deo.html