In 2010 I had stage 4 colon cancer. And was given a year to live. I used to listen to this song and cry my eyes out because my kids were 7 and 9, and my wife was only 27. I used to think about them at my funeral and how hard it would be for them. Obviously I got lucky. But a few years later, in 2014 my wife overdosed and died. She had some issues that she fought for a long time. And she lost. And I never realized that now I’m on the other end of this song. Now I keep her in my heart. I make sure I talk to her everyday. And think of the good times. And talk to my kids about fun vacations, or silly stories so we all keep her memory alive. For some reason I am in a Nancy (her name) rut today. I miss her. I miss her a lot.
Dude... Kinda been there in many ways. I don't dare share this song with my mother after a 51 year marriage that ended in dementia. Or mine that were a mess of love, alcohol and mental disorders. But the key word was love. That was never forgotten.
@@splogal Just got a notice of your response to Stelio. The fabric of family can be tenuous and joyful in the same breathe. The human measure of connection is at it's most healthy when we touch. I hope there is some "touch" within reach brother. Take care. I'm up in the West if you feel motivated to share. 🌎✌No strings. 😀🎅😝🔓🔨😀
My wife sent me this very performance the day before she passed away . I would not find or listen to it for nearly a week. Three years later I still cry like I did the first time hearing it. I love you Marge.
My Dad loved Warren Zevon. For Christmas 2003 I gave him this CD. On December 30th, my Dad was golfing with friends and died suddenly from a heart attack. I was the family member called by his golfing pals so I had to go down to the course. A couple days later we went to pick up his car and when I turned it on, The Wind was in the CD player and incredibly, this is the song that was playing. I cannot hear it without tearing up, it's been long enough that I tear up with a smile. Such a beautiful song.
Thanks for your love and support kindly message me via Hangouts endeavor with your name so I can know it's you cause I don't answer unnecessarily messages. Hangouts mail: edwardlouisseveroniii.connect@gmail.com
I am no longer young. My funeral plans are no funeral. My friends are scattered many are dead. My family is small and far away. I told them please, in memoriam, have a potluck for me a year after I've passed. Tell funny stories and laugh and share food. And I'm gonna make them a playlist to play. And this will be the last song.
peace to my little brother. I played this song for my father the week he died. Now I listen to it for my brother, Todd, who passed away this week (1972-2021). He was a gentle soul, who was given bad "hand of cards" regarding his health. Happy trails, brother.
So sorry man. I have three brothers and I can’t think about losing any of them. We are all on the older side and one day it will happen, that’s life but as the youngest it’s on my mind.
Warren was a real musician, and writer. He died like a man could only hope, with dignity and honour. Never made anyone sad, made jokes about his demise, recorded a entire album with stage 4 lung cancer and shortness of breath and unfortunately, this is the last song he recorded in his house before passing. The VH1 documentary is incredibly sad, but courageous. Excitable Boy is one of the best albums ever front to back. Rip Warren
He was both a real musician and great lyricist, but he made a great many people sad throughout his life, most notably his ex-wife Crystal. Fortunately, he got help and made amends before his untimely demise. RIP Warren, and, enjoy every sandwich...
My dad passed away this last February. He died from mesothelioma, just as Warren did. My dad loved this song long before he was even diagnosed and years ago wanted this to be the song to remember him by. The irony of the whole thing is something special, heartbreaking and amazing all at once. Eddie did this one proud.
kommi1974 holy shit, same thing with my father...only its been almost 9yrs, but sometimes feels like 9mins...God damn I miss that man so much...he would've loved my son n new husband so much, but i know he sees us n he's proud. I'll be folding laundry n think about my father...simple things around the house....i wish u healing n send prayers
Kommi 1974 So sorry for your loss. My father-in-law also died from mesothelioma in 2004. His death was the beginning of the end of my family. It's a horrible nightmare to have to live through. 😢
Zevon fan or not...if this doesn't bring you to tears, something is wrong. Paul Shaffer is simply the best musical director any late night show ever had or will ever have. Don't be sad for Zevon's passing, be glad you were alive to enjoy his work.
I am sad of his passing, cause that means he's not giving us any more of his brilliant music. I am absolutely thrilled to be listening to his work. love him forever. great guy, great music. Enjoyed forever
Brave of you to say, but I have to say that too. Chronic pain and the ¨Opiate war on pain patients¨ has me stuck in my home. There´s something about Zevon´s smile that keeps the blues away. I´m rural - without much medical service. Music therapy... self-administered and a leather strap to bite on is the best I can do. Keep on truckin´... even if every day is groundhogs day.
I have no idea how this came up on UA-cam for me tonight. When my husband died 16 years ago, two of his friends decided to create a 2-CD album of his favorite songs. I selected them, and Joe and Jim found recordings (not so easy back then!) and made the album. When it was delivered to me on what would have been Jack's 60th birthday, this song (by Warren) had been added. I did not know it; was so touched to have it included.
when my dear old dad, who was a well known lover of music and parties, passed away in 2007; I created a "Micks Mix" compilation of his favourite tunes and distributed them on disc at his wake. People still approach me to say how powerful and touching they find it to put on and sing along and spend a little time remembering their great mate and loved one.
This should be the anthem of the pandemic. For thoose that lived true and are hurting...i hope your souls will heal. For thoose we lost, rest in peace....we will keep you in our hearts....much love
I just got the call my neice, passed since we were only a few years apart, we often did alot as kids , teens , adults, she once said she loved that song by Warren Zevon, but she loved Eddie Vetter , well Shawnee, here is the song and yes will keep you in my heart and memories for ever, not just alittle while, see u on the other side.
Eddie has a natural vibrato in his voice that you can't replicate. It just adds to his beautiful rich tone that makes him one of the greatest, versatile singers of all time. He can snarl like a wolf or he can lull you to sleep like a baby.
My dad passed in may of this year and he loved Warren Zevon so much that he bought every vinyl and cd of his when cds became popular in the 90s. He used to play it when I was really young and I remember it much. Hearing this song in particularly really makes me miss him and gets me emotional because the lyrics resonate deeply
I expose this music to my grand kids....I didn't find him until it was to late......with that being said the music will live on because they'll know what true music is thank you Mr Zevon and ty for this tribute
@@richardpetzoldt5284 I like your comment, but Waren sang it from the point of his own mortality. Yes Vedder sings it beautifully..... that's all... it's just a bigger glorious production.
I have been a Warren Zevon fan for a very long time. All of his songs are intelligent, witty and honest masterpieces. With this song, he created the most beautiful, heartbreaking and honest song ever. Every time I hear this, it rips my heart out of my chest, and I can't help but cry. Zevon was definitely a genius, and one of the greatest musicians and songwriters EVER.
My son was in the hospital dying. He had his children play this song as he laid in bed. He died a few days later on January 1, of 2024. He'll always be in heart. I miss my boy. January 1st is almost here. RIP Son.
Yeah, this song was the hardest one to handle for me. Warrens the only one I've ever known to share his last days on record., his heartbreaking farewell. Damn, here go the waterworks again.
OMG Eddie takes it to a different level altogether. We need this right now. Pearl Jam is like therapy for me. Now with my husband having advanced cancer and I'm the one taking care of us and our business , it's hard to keep yourself in check and going. Music heals..
Thanks for your love and support kindly message me via Hangouts endeavor with your name so I can know it's you cause I don't answer unnecessarily messages. Hangouts mail: edwardlouisseveroniii.connect@gmail.com
I remember watching Warren perform this song on on Dave’s show right before his death. It was so beautiful and poignant, but he still had his little humorous streak. It was an unforgettable performance.
I remember Warren's performance of this song, too. This is a perfect song. It wrings every emotion possible out of you. My older son just got married and he picked this song to be played for "the Mom & Son dance," knowing how much I miss his Dad who died too young from kidney failure.
This is such a beautiful song! Eddie’s voice does this song justice. I sent this video to some close friends who have stuck by me throughout my life. They were there during my “ crazies “ and always made me smile when I didn’t think it was possible! Thank You All. I Love You!!!
I just put my kitty to sleep a week ago. I feel my Kitty's spirit coming through. He was my constant companion for 12 years. I miss him so much 😰 Thank you Eddie for bringing this song to me❤️
This is one of the best covers I have ever heard...and it’s not even as good as the original. That says a lot. Nothing can touch the original, but damn this version is so insanely good. I never could’ve imagined that anyone could possible do this song justice. But Eddie did.
There are so many artists that I admire the list could go on forever. However, Warren Zevon is never far from my thoughts and is ALWAYS on my play list. His sense of humor, his world view, along with his pure musical abilities are among the best that ever lived. I miss him dearly.
What is it about Eddie Vetter that draws us to him... that makes us love him so? Is it his kind & beautiful spirit... a spirit that would make a songbird or even a fragile butterfly trust him enough to willingly light gently in his hand, as WE ALL DO when Eddie takes the stage & begins to sing? Is it his constant breaking & healing heart that he shares with us thru his music? Is it his life... a story from an open book... his struggles thru tragedy, loss & lonliness... to finding love, friendship & spiritual healing as he's grown from boy to man... a story we ALL feel we can relate to & understand? Is it the anger & resentment he once felt & has overcome about people & events throughout his life over which he had no control... or his discovery of the warmth & tenderness that has always lived inside him? Is it his very presence... so uncomplicated, revealing & comforting that he MAKES us WANT to know him? It's ALL of these things. These qualities are his MAGIC. They're the reasons we feel Eddie Vetter is a friend. A close, dear, dear friend who is always welcome. And a friend who will have our love... forever. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
i have always had a soft spot in my heart for Warren though i wasn't a big fan...he was so real to me...he was vulnerable...Eddie paid him a fine tribute here!
i haven't heard Warren's version in years because it's so beautiful it makes me sob, i mean ugly cry. I do love Eddie, so I decide to watch it. Started to sob toward the end. This is such a honest and pure song that makes it so powerful. At Warren's last appearance on Dave's show, Warren gave Dave one of his guitars.
When my wife passed away in 2016, she had made it quite clear that this song had to be included in any service. A brother-in-law also sang some songs her siblings and I had selected: Neil Young’s When God Made Me, Peter Mayer’s Blue Boat Home, and Dylan’s You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go. He did a fine job, but I insisted they play the track from The Wind; I knew in my heart she wouldn’t like a cover. I just stumbled across this version yesterday and immediately got tense, but after the first verse, I was completely taken. Mr. Vedder does an incredible job: restrained, solemn and affected but not melodramatic - everything about his performance draws attention to the words, and because of that, he is a wonderful vessel for them. Thank you all. Does the complete concert exist somewhere?
Beautiful, breathtaking. Eddie Vedder is always so passionate and gracious. The back up singers vocals are just as beautiful . Lovely performance. David Lettermen has great taste in musicians and music. Thank you.✌️😘🦆
This is a beautiful song & as usual, Eddie did an amazing job. My husband loved Warren Z and played drums too. My husband passed away 7 years ago very unexpectedly at 51. The weird part was that him and Warren died within a few minutes of each other and we lived near each other. I hope that Tom (my husband) got to meet Warren and jammed together!! They are both truly missed still
I screwed up royally and I apologize! While this is a great song and Eddie Vedder does an awesome job, I mixed up Mr Zevon with Warren Helms. Mr Helms was the one who passed away on 4/19/11, within minutes of my husband and who played drums. I'm sorry for my f**k up
Wow this is beautiful. I have a hard time getting through this song often. I discovered zevon as an icon just before he passed. He’s been a part of me since.
My good mate passed away from cancer in January, 32 years old, for some reason this song makes me think of all the good days playing darts and pool in the pub when we were younger without a care in the world, would give anything to go back to those better and simpler days
Bless your heart, Allen. Losing your life mate is one of the most difficult and painful losses in life. You will grieve until the day you die, do not let anyone tell you that you should be over it. You don't get over losing the love of your life. But, don't be maudlin, redirect your heart to wonderful warm memories of your dear wife and life fully as she would no doubt have you do. There is much joy in life!
Thanks, Tim. I absolutely believe what you said. I'm now finishing a book about how I still feel connected to my sweetheart, nine months later. I believe our lost loved ones want to reach out to us after they pass.
In 2010 I had stage 4 colon cancer. And was given a year to live. I used to listen to this song and cry my eyes out because my kids were 7 and 9, and my wife was only 27. I used to think about them at my funeral and how hard it would be for them. Obviously I got lucky. But a few years later, in 2014 my wife overdosed and died. She had some issues that she fought for a long time. And she lost. And I never realized that now I’m on the other end of this song. Now I keep her in my heart. I make sure I talk to her everyday. And think of the good times. And talk to my kids about fun vacations, or silly stories so we all keep her memory alive. For some reason I am in a Nancy (her name) rut today. I miss her. I miss her a lot.
Dude... Kinda been there in many ways. I don't dare share this song with my mother after a 51 year marriage that ended in dementia. Or mine that were a mess of love, alcohol and mental disorders. But the key word was love. That was never forgotten.
@@christianeflentie1228 🌎✌👍💗🔍
Doesn't sound like an unhealthy rut brother.
Keep at least one wheel in it. 💗🏃✌
You brought a tear, but more importantly reminded a few of us to keep memories alive......thx.
@@splogal Just got a notice of your response to Stelio.
The fabric of family can be tenuous and joyful in the same breathe. The human measure of connection is at it's most healthy when we touch. I hope there is some "touch" within reach brother. Take care.
I'm up in the West if you feel motivated to share. 🌎✌No strings.
😀🎅😝🔓🔨😀
My wife sent me this very performance the day before she passed away . I would not find or listen to it for nearly a week. Three years later I still cry like I did the first time hearing it.
I love you Marge.
I pray your precious memories overwhelm your grief.
Rest in Peace Marge 🎈
God bless you Joshua
Blessings
Don't know why your comment influenced me but I do hope you're doing OK man. I'd say Marge and you had some lovely musical memories. Shine on man..
Hi Josh my name is Josh also. My wife died yesterday and I think my life is over I've never hurt so much I'd wrather be back in the desert
Your bond with her will never be broken
My Dad loved Warren Zevon. For Christmas 2003 I gave him this CD. On December 30th, my Dad was golfing with friends and died suddenly from a heart attack. I was the family member called by his golfing pals so I had to go down to the course. A couple days later we went to pick up his car and when I turned it on, The Wind was in the CD player and incredibly, this is the song that was playing. I cannot hear it without tearing up, it's been long enough that I tear up with a smile. Such a beautiful song.
Thanks for your love and support
kindly message me via Hangouts endeavor with your name so I can know it's you cause I don't answer unnecessarily messages.
Hangouts mail:
edwardlouisseveroniii.connect@gmail.com
I am no longer young. My funeral plans are no funeral. My friends are scattered many are dead. My family is small and far away. I told them please, in memoriam, have a potluck for me a year after I've passed. Tell funny stories and laugh and share food. And I'm gonna make them a playlist to play. And this will be the last song.
I miss Warren zevon. And David sanborn. I didn’t know your dad, obviously, but the way you talk about him makes me miss him more than my heroes
“These wheels keep turning but they’re running out of steam”.
When you know Warren’s story, this line is crushing…
Enjoy every sandwich
I knew Warren's story.
It did. It does.
peace to my little brother. I played this song for my father the week he died. Now I listen to it for my brother, Todd, who passed away this week (1972-2021). He was a gentle soul, who was given bad "hand of cards" regarding his health. Happy trails, brother.
Be strong big dawg
Your brother is well. He had you in his corner.
So sorry man. I have three brothers and I can’t think about losing any of them. We are all on the older side and one day it will happen, that’s life but as the youngest it’s on my mind.
Who ever is missing someone, stay strong!
Thanks
I'm listening to Eddie Vedder sing this beautiful Warren Zevon song, reading the comments, bawling. Humanity can be such a powerful, wonderful thing.
Warren was a real musician, and writer. He died like a man could only hope, with dignity and honour. Never made anyone sad, made jokes about his demise, recorded a entire album with stage 4 lung cancer and shortness of breath and unfortunately, this is the last song he recorded in his house before passing. The VH1 documentary is incredibly sad, but courageous. Excitable Boy is one of the best albums ever front to back. Rip Warren
He was both a real musician and great lyricist, but he made a great many people sad throughout his life, most notably his ex-wife Crystal. Fortunately, he got help and made amends before his untimely demise. RIP Warren, and, enjoy every sandwich...
one of the best we’ve ever had the pleasure of enjoying.
I’m guessing you have not read the book, I’ll sleep when I’m Dead. If you had, your post would be different.
My dad passed away this last February. He died from mesothelioma, just as Warren did. My dad loved this song long before he was even diagnosed and years ago wanted this to be the song to remember him by. The irony of the whole thing is something special, heartbreaking and amazing all at once. Eddie did this one proud.
kommi1974 😢❤️
kommi1974 I am so sorry. I lost my Dad a little over a year ago. But the irony of your Dad wanting this sung before he knew is just uncanny.
kommi1974 holy shit, same thing with my father...only its been almost 9yrs, but sometimes feels like 9mins...God damn I miss that man so much...he would've loved my son n new husband so much, but i know he sees us n he's proud. I'll be folding laundry n think about my father...simple things around the house....i wish u healing n send prayers
Kommi 1974 So sorry for your loss. My father-in-law also died from mesothelioma in 2004. His death was the beginning of the end of my family. It's a horrible nightmare to have to live through. 😢
Beautiful.
Zevon fan or not...if this doesn't bring you to tears, something is wrong. Paul Shaffer is simply the best musical director any late night show ever had or will ever have. Don't be sad for Zevon's passing, be glad you were alive to enjoy his work.
I'll agree. Even after all this time? I can't listen to this song without BAWLING.
Cant stop crying.
I am sad of his passing, cause that means he's not giving us any more of his brilliant music. I am absolutely thrilled to be listening to his work. love him forever. great guy, great music. Enjoyed forever
goldenvmedia well put.
And enjoy sandwich
I’m losing my battle to alcoholism right now. Please someone remember me when I’m gone. I lived what I thought was a good life.
praying for you brother. pray.
I will pray for both of us
Please give all these broken pieces of you to the Lord!!! 🙏
Keep fighting. I have faith in you.
🙏 ❤
This song is for those who love someone that's passed. Means the world to me .
I fight suicide with the power of Warren Zevon’s music. Eddie ... thank you for staying my hand.
Brave of you to say, but I have to say that too. Chronic pain and the ¨Opiate war on pain patients¨ has me stuck in my home. There´s something about Zevon´s smile that keeps the blues away. I´m rural - without much medical service. Music therapy... self-administered and a leather strap to bite on is the best I can do. Keep on truckin´... even if every day is groundhogs day.
@@TheDebbieDodge Debbie so true, his smile was just as big an soothing even knowing death was right around the corner. Bless you girl.
Keep listening.
Please keep fighting. You are not alone.
Keep fighting Dude. Keep fighting
3 years and a half.
That's the time youtube took to show me this masterpiece. I hate youtube for this.
And I love Vedder for this doing this.
That sax PLUS the choir PLUS Vedder is bliss
Caring for my father who’s been fighting lung cancer for two years this really hits home. F cancer!!!
Exactly my mom is fighting it too Fuck Cancer
Did anyone notice that's David Sanborn on sax? What an incredibly talented gift to us all for his huge body of work over the years.
Loved "Sunday Night/Night Music" with Jools Holland and Sanborn, oh so may years ago.
Paul could probably ask any musician and they'd jump at the chance.
That Sax was just beautiful.
David often played with Paul's band on Letterman.
David also played with David Bowie as featured on "young American "
@@pg5149 Warren frequently played on Sanborns show and was Warren’s friend too
Can't imagine anyone other than Warren singing this except Eddie and he knew what an honor it was. Nice job. We all miss you Warren.
I have no idea how this came up on UA-cam for me tonight. When my husband died 16 years ago, two of his friends decided to create a 2-CD album of his favorite songs. I selected them, and Joe and Jim found recordings (not so easy back then!) and made the album. When it was delivered to me on what would have been Jack's 60th birthday, this song (by Warren) had been added. I did not know it; was so touched to have it included.
when my dear old dad, who was a well known lover of music and parties, passed away in 2007; I created a "Micks Mix" compilation of his favourite tunes and distributed them on disc at his wake. People still approach me to say how powerful and touching they find it to put on and sing along and spend a little time remembering their great mate and loved one.
Mary Beth Dietrick
What a beautiful surprise from two very special friends! Very sweet.
This should be the anthem of the pandemic. For thoose that lived true and are hurting...i hope your souls will heal. For thoose we lost, rest in peace....we will keep you in our hearts....much love
I just got the call my neice, passed since we were only a few years apart, we often did alot as kids , teens , adults, she once said she loved that song by Warren Zevon, but she loved Eddie Vetter , well Shawnee, here is the song and yes will keep you in my heart and memories for ever, not just alittle while, see u on the other side.
God Bless Shawnee 😅
Eddie is connected to another dimension.
E K Oh I absolutely believe it too !!!
well yeah (yes)
Huh?
Immortality.
Played this song at my brothers funeral. Not a dry eye in the room.
It's amazing how Eddie Vedder can literally sing anyone's song and do it justice or even make it seem better.
*song starts* "Oh, this is nice."
*10 seconds later:* "[crying]"
The only thing to do....
I'd be lying if I didn't say the same.
I had wet eyes while I was scrolling the comments, then I saw this one. So true.
Eddie has a natural vibrato in his voice that you can't replicate. It just adds to his beautiful rich tone that makes him one of the greatest, versatile singers of all time. He can snarl like a wolf or he can lull you to sleep like a baby.
Very well said.👍
When ever I hesrbyou sing Eddie Vedder you either make me smile or cry. Sometimes both at the same time. Another great performance
Keep Chris Cornell up there with Eddie!
My husband passed away 5/11/2019 and a friend told me to listen to this......... beautifully appropriate
Sorry for your loss. When you two meet again, it's gonna be pretty special. Take care
My dad passed in may of this year and he loved Warren Zevon so much that he bought every vinyl and cd of his when cds became popular in the 90s. He used to play it when I was really young and I remember it much. Hearing this song in particularly really makes me miss him and gets me emotional because the lyrics resonate deeply
This made me cry. Made me think of my husband. He will Never leave my heart or my mind. I cant let him go.
I expose this music to my grand kids....I didn't find him until it was to late......with that being said the music will live on because they'll know what true music is thank you Mr Zevon and ty for this tribute
One of the greatest Eddie Vedder performances of his career by one of the great American songwriters. RIP Warren.
Eddie Vedder is going to sing a Warren Zevon song? Yeah, I got a few hundred boxes of tissues here. Let's do this. Take it away Eddie...
Richard Petzoldt: Nah. But it's close.
@@richardpetzoldt5284 I like your comment, but Waren sang it from the point of his own mortality. Yes Vedder sings it beautifully..... that's all... it's just a bigger glorious production.
Still crying
Mn
@@JStarStar00
Agreed. But 1992 Ed would destroy this. 1992 Ed destroyed everything.
One the most emotional and moving songs ever written.
I have been a Warren Zevon fan for a very long time. All of his songs are intelligent, witty and honest masterpieces. With this song, he created the most beautiful, heartbreaking and honest song ever. Every time I hear this, it rips my heart out of my chest, and I can't help but cry. Zevon was definitely a genius, and one of the greatest musicians and songwriters EVER.
This man sings like he is the song, performers and their music living in and through him.
My Mom passed almost three years ago and whenever I hear this song I know “I’ve got this.”
What an amazing version of a beautiful song. Hats off to Mr Vedder. I sure hope that Eddie stays on this planet for a million more years. :-)
He will, alive or dead.
We sang this at the funeral of my brother-in-law. Hearing this again keeps Donald in my heart.
Thanks Eddie and Thanks to Dave for keeping Warrens music out there. Peace and love people
And enjoy every sandwich
TheSamoht67...sorry, but I don’t need David Letterman to remind me of Warren Zevon’s music.
pecne you enjoy, too...
xx💕
Right on, man.
BEAUTIFUL, I cried.😢 What an honor for Eddie to sing for David, what a beautiful song!! ✌️🌹❤️
Smiles, absolutely beautiful indeed Laura, feels really great listening, how are you doing?
Warren we miss you so much...hope you are enjoying every sandwich in heaven
Enjoy every sandwich indeed! 🙏
Warren knew that only Jesus gives us emotional hygine. And he is there now with Him.
msilverstein47 amen
Well spoken my friend.
Every sandwich? Odd.
the strength it would take to wright such a memorable goodbye that has the capability of affecting masses.
It is amazing to me he could write something so poignant as he was dying himself.
credit to paul for the perfect arrangement and eddie for the perfect delivery on this. he took it seriously
I just love this. Going home to take my beautiful mom's ashes. Will play this. She loved Warren Zevon
Dave's choice of music has always been really good! I miss the band performances at the lateshow.
Warren's farewell song, totally beautiful and moving !
Sanborn participating in this brings the tears....
That voice comes from a special place, deep within Eddie - from the soul
Eddie has that uncanny knack of making me cry at the drop of a hat. Love this.
Try watching Warren sing it.
My son was in the hospital dying. He had his children play this song as he laid in bed.
He died a few days later on January 1, of 2024. He'll always be in heart. I miss my boy. January 1st is almost here. RIP Son.
Eddie is such an Honorable Man .... just a huge love for him.
Ditto
WARREN ZEVON - MASTER of MESSAGES - Rest In Peace Warren - Thank you for the MUSIC
I thank JACKSON BROWN for getting you "started"
Is there anything Eddie can't do? This is so beautiful ....
I'm having one of those moments when the hair stands up and the goosebumps are popping.
Made me cry, knowing the story behind this song
Yeah, this song was the hardest one to handle for me. Warrens the only one I've ever known to share his last days on record., his heartbreaking farewell. Damn, here go the waterworks again.
OMG Eddie takes it to a different level altogether. We need this right now. Pearl Jam is like therapy for me. Now with my husband having advanced cancer and I'm the one taking care of us and our business , it's hard to keep yourself in check and going. Music heals..
Thanks for your love and support
kindly message me via Hangouts endeavor with your name so I can know it's you cause I don't answer unnecessarily messages.
Hangouts mail:
edwardlouisseveroniii.connect@gmail.com
Eddie, you sang that so beautiful, it made me cry. I see you have Tom Petty guitar. It was a nice remembrance of him.
In case nobody noticed... the sax player is the virtuoso, David Sanborn, thank you Eddie for this tribute to a legend, and for allowing me to believe
Thought that looked like him. Also a often Letterman first. Thanks for confirming.
I remember watching Warren perform this song on on Dave’s show right before his death. It was so beautiful and poignant, but he still had his little humorous streak. It was an unforgettable performance.
I remember Warren's performance of this song, too. This is a perfect song. It wrings every emotion possible out of you. My older son just got married and he picked this song to be played for "the Mom & Son dance," knowing how much I miss his Dad who died too young from kidney failure.
This is such a beautiful song! Eddie’s voice does this song justice. I sent this video to some close friends who have stuck by me throughout my life. They were there during my “ crazies “ and always made me smile when I didn’t think it was possible! Thank You All. I Love You!!!
Eddie Vedder singing this beautiful song is amazing. I love everything about it & how it makes me feel. ♥️
Eddie has one of those voices that literally gives me goosebumps. Thank You Divine Spirit for the gift.
That's what I love about David Lettermen - He's not afraid to show his vulnerabilities and heart.
I just put my kitty to sleep a week ago. I feel my Kitty's spirit coming through. He was my constant companion for 12 years. I miss him so much 😰 Thank you Eddie for bringing this song to me❤️
This is one of the best covers I have ever heard...and it’s not even as good as the original. That says a lot. Nothing can touch the original, but damn this version is so insanely good. I never could’ve imagined that anyone could possible do this song justice. But Eddie did.
There are so many artists that I admire the list could go on forever. However, Warren Zevon is never far from my thoughts and is ALWAYS on my play list. His sense of humor, his world view, along with his pure musical abilities are among the best that ever lived. I miss him dearly.
A great tribute to America's Best and most underplayed artist R.I.P Warren
My father loved Warren. He passed 3 weeks after mom. They were together 65yrs ❤ love is a powerful thing rip momma and daddy
This will be one of my funeral songs and haunt everyone forever.
Man this one gets me. I played Man of the Hour at my dads funeral. Love Eddies voice. Such raw emotion and passion. Great cover.
Grandissimo Eddie!!bellissima voce!!melodiosa! Sublime!!!😇😇😇🤩😍😍😍😘😘♥️♥️💖💖💕🎶🎶🎸🎷💯
beautiful. "when you get up in the morning and see that crazy sun"
What is it about Eddie Vetter that draws us to him... that makes us love him so? Is it his kind & beautiful spirit... a spirit that would make a songbird or even a fragile butterfly trust him enough to willingly light gently in his hand, as WE ALL DO when Eddie takes the stage & begins to sing? Is it his constant breaking & healing heart that he shares with us thru his music? Is it his life... a story from an open book... his struggles thru tragedy, loss & lonliness... to finding love, friendship & spiritual healing as he's grown from boy to man... a story we ALL feel we can relate to & understand? Is it the anger & resentment he once felt & has overcome about people & events throughout his life over which he had no control... or his discovery of the warmth & tenderness that has always lived inside him? Is it his very presence... so uncomplicated, revealing & comforting that he MAKES us WANT to know him? It's ALL of these things. These qualities are his MAGIC. They're the reasons we feel Eddie Vetter is a friend. A close, dear, dear friend who is always welcome. And a friend who will have our love... forever.
💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
😍😍
Great job by Eddie V. Amazing song that gets me everytime.
Pops wanted me to play this at his funeral n I did. Rip dad I love u
One of the greatest covers ever done
i have always had a soft spot in my heart for Warren though i wasn't a big fan...he was so real to me...he was vulnerable...Eddie paid him a fine tribute here!
Never was a big Pearl Jam/ Eddie Vedder fan but my god he did this justice and it hit the soul just as hard as Warren's version did.
RIP Warren Zevon.
Marc Juneau ditto
i haven't heard Warren's version in years because it's so beautiful it makes me sob, i mean ugly cry. I do love Eddie, so I decide to watch it. Started to sob toward the end. This is such a honest and pure song that makes it so powerful. At Warren's last appearance on Dave's show, Warren gave Dave one of his guitars.
Eddie is the best 💕🇨🇦💕
When my wife passed away in 2016, she had made it quite clear that this song had to be included in any service. A brother-in-law also sang some songs her siblings and I had selected: Neil Young’s When God Made Me, Peter Mayer’s Blue Boat Home, and Dylan’s You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go. He did a fine job, but I insisted they play the track from The Wind; I knew in my heart she wouldn’t like a cover. I just stumbled across this version yesterday and immediately got tense, but after the first verse, I was completely taken. Mr. Vedder does an incredible job: restrained, solemn and affected but not melodramatic - everything about his performance draws attention to the words, and because of that, he is a wonderful vessel for them. Thank you all. Does the complete concert exist somewhere?
Always loved this song. Ed Ved nailed it
Yes he did!!!
Eddie - your voice carries on Warren Zevon's legacy through your legacy in an unbelievable way. Wow!
Beautiful, breathtaking. Eddie Vedder is always so passionate and gracious. The back up singers vocals are just as beautiful . Lovely performance. David Lettermen has great taste in musicians and music. Thank you.✌️😘🦆
Thank you 🌻
This is a beautiful song & as usual, Eddie did an amazing job. My husband loved Warren Z and played drums too. My husband passed away 7 years ago very unexpectedly at 51. The weird part was that him and Warren died within a few minutes of each other and we lived near each other. I hope that Tom (my husband) got to meet Warren and jammed together!! They are both truly missed still
I screwed up royally and I apologize! While this is a great song and Eddie Vedder does an awesome job, I mixed up Mr Zevon with Warren Helms. Mr Helms was the one who passed away on 4/19/11, within minutes of my husband and who played drums. I'm sorry for my f**k up
Levon Helms!! I don't know how I screwed this up so bad!?
Just lost my Dad, my best friend, and forever loved and this song sums it up- if I leave you it doesn't mean I love you any less-
Great song.... "Nobody gets out alive"... Thanks for posting.
Made me cry. Lost my husband to lung cancer in Oct. This hit my heart so deep.....
God bless you and hold you with His comfort thru the tears.
rebmon, please see my reply to Allen C. Liles above. I offer you the same sympathy and wishes for your beloved husband. Remember him forever in love!
May your husband’s memory, and WZ’s, continue to endure as blessings. Despite the tragedies, the music lifts up us all, now and always.
Never met him. He's in my heart tonight.
Thinking of you rebmon100 because October will be coming up. Peace be with you still.
Wow this is beautiful. I have a hard time getting through this song often. I discovered zevon as an icon just before he passed. He’s been a part of me since.
Had the luck to see Warren perform twice... what a good and talented man he was :-( Eddie does a fantastic job here.
Mr. Vedder gets all the credit here. David Sanborn on sax and the amazing back up singers deserve a lot of credit for making this performance magic.
Love you Eddie , hearing your voice always leaves a lump in my throat
My good mate passed away from cancer in January, 32 years old, for some reason this song makes me think of all the good days playing darts and pool in the pub when we were younger without a care in the world, would give anything to go back to those better and simpler days
Very nice, Mr. Vedder.
Amazing ! Warron Zevon one of the all time greats ! And what a beautiful version by Eddie Vedder - So honest and heartfelt )
Beautiful and touching, it reminds me of my dear wife Jan that I lost in February.
Bless your heart, Allen. Losing your life mate is one of the most difficult and painful losses in life. You will grieve until the day you die, do not let anyone tell you that you should be over it. You don't get over losing the love of your life. But, don't be maudlin, redirect your heart to wonderful warm memories of your dear wife and life fully as she would no doubt have you do. There is much joy in life!
I’m sorry for your loss. I can’t prove it, but I sense whatever has been joined by love in this world will be reunited in the next. Bless you.
Thanks, Tim. I absolutely believe what you said. I'm now finishing a book about how I still feel connected to my sweetheart, nine months later. I believe our lost loved ones want to reach out to us after they pass.
❤❤❤😔
I'm crying like an imbecile: this is my absolute favorite Zevon song.
Beautiful cover.
Thank you, Eddie. Thank you, Dave. What a letter perfect tribute both to David Letterman and to Warren. We love you!
Bigtime.
Crystal Zevon Warren will forever be the soundtrack to my life..love you Warren rest easy and thank you for all the joy you gave me
Amen !
Oh Crystal, I’m so glad you heard and liked this! I loved-and love!-your wonderful book about WZ! Plenty of exclamation points here, and all deserved!
His voice, I have no words.😮