Does this song make anyone else shed some tears? Divorced last year..really messy situation. I've lost a best friend, many beautiful women, and am at odds with different family members. Does this make me a loser or is this just life and the human experience? It's a painful one. I remember the more innocent and carefree better times...always in the past it unfortunately seems.
Sorry man. I went through it too in my 40's. Anxiety and loneliness through the roof and no one understands. Just don't isolate. Get out and enjoy just being with yourself or you'll grab hold of the wrong person to comfort you. It takes about 2 years to get over a divorce. Same as a death. It's the death of your marriage. It's a whole change to your life. Hang in there it gets better.
It’s a fantastic song. I was only 2 when it was released but somehow missed it during my teen years but recently discovered it and fell in love with it. Trying to learn to play it on guitar. Great campfire song. Great lyrics. Sorry to hear about your troubles. You are definitely experiencing life and it’s not unique, unfortunately. We all seem to go through something. Just try to remember that what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. If it’s too painful to listen to it then maybe step away for awhile. Time definitely heals all wounds. Good luck.
Duane Allman once sang that, " I've spent so much time feeling guilty". No doubt all these events, and feelings can give you the blues. You can't go back and change it, if you could, maybe you would. I also heard someone say, all you can do with the past is "keep bringing it up". All being said, don't beat yourself up over it. You are gonna have better days . Hang in there!!
This song when it comes to the chorus, I practically feel a breeze touching my pale cheek and I get chilly in an euphoria. There is no other song that gives me the feel I feel, so this is one of the most important songs in my life.
What a beautiful soul so thankful for discovering you in 1973 and have followed you ever sence!! My heart and soul are bigger and brighter because of you. Thanks my beautiful soul brother
This is one of the most memorable, poignant songs ever. I grew up listening to this beautifully simple, potent song and have never stopped loving it. Thanks for writing this one, sir. It's a classic.
This song was on top 40 radio fall of ‘72 when I was 13. It left an indelible impression on my young soul. There were so many great songs on that AM radio: Superstition, The First Time ( ever I saw your face ), it never rains in Southern California, and many more.
In Seattle in the early 70's it was so depressed there were signs that read "The last person to leave town Turn out the lights" Danny was living in Seattle at that time...go figure! What beautiful music!
This song takes me back to exactly a warm summer afternoon, playing with friends - one kid had his dad’s transistor radio and this song would play. Peaceful, care free ! Beautiful.
I’ve seen all kinds of performers, but Danny is about the finest I’ve had the pleasure to watch and listen to. The lyrics, the guitar and the presence of the man are inspirational. Come back to Australia Danny.
This song takes me back to the 70’s, out of high school and going to college. My mind was in a wanderlust though about going to New Mexico. Crazy time.
Thanks for writing this, Mr O'Keefe. This song has helped me through some rough times and I think that it's cool so many people have seen fit to record it.
I remember when this song first came out. It was my 5th 45 I bought for our record player. I Played it over and over. Of course I was singing some of the wrong lyrics, but it sounded good to me lol. The 70's was so laid-back and peaceful. What a Great song. Rock on Danny O'Keefe!,✌️
This song is also one of my best friends, Danny. Although I was born in 1956, I still believe that I have known it from the cradle. So many legends, like you, have cut your song, but NONE can put it out there like you. It is hard to imitate the master sculptor.
When I play for my personal friends I ask for requests and every time first two songs they ask for is goodtime charlie and the road. All of em hate country but love those songs
Hey Danny, I've always loved this song since I was in my early 20's. Now I'm 70 and I have come to feel that the "Town" is "Youth" and the fact that some people have trouble "leaving it" behind. And they suffer for it.
One of those songs that just stays right there in my memory, so great, it's got to be by Danny too, , , his voice, great performance here, that Larrivee guitar sounds wonderful and his fingerstyle playing is nice. I play guitar and tried to learn this by ear and boy did I ever have it wrong, , , gonna have to study up to this video now!
I got the blues too. I can say this does make me feel better in the aspect of how much better a place the world was when this song was peeking. Thank you for the post and most of all thank you Danny.
Priceless
I knew Danny when he was writing this. He was seeing my roommate. Great song.
Sweet memories of life.
Danny O'Keefe is a national treasure. Singer, songwriter, humanitarian.
Agreed. This song has such feeling. With things the way they are now. This song hits hard.
@@just2muchfunfun Agree 💯and things are worse today than they were nine months ago!
I'm kinda pissed that today was the first time I heard of this guy and this song. Better late than never.
A masterpiece: Then and Now.
Does this song make anyone else shed some tears? Divorced last year..really messy situation. I've lost a best friend, many beautiful women, and am at odds with different family members. Does this make me a loser or is this just life and the human experience? It's a painful one. I remember the more innocent and carefree better times...always in the past it unfortunately seems.
Sorry man. I went through it too in my 40's. Anxiety and loneliness through the roof and no one understands. Just don't isolate. Get out and enjoy just being with yourself or you'll grab hold of the wrong person to comfort you. It takes about 2 years to get over a divorce. Same as a death. It's the death of your marriage. It's a whole change to your life. Hang in there it gets better.
It’s a fantastic song. I was only 2 when it was released but somehow missed it during my teen years but recently discovered it and fell in love with it. Trying to learn to play it on guitar. Great campfire song. Great lyrics. Sorry to hear about your troubles. You are definitely experiencing life and it’s not unique, unfortunately. We all seem to go through something. Just try to remember that what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. If it’s too painful to listen to it then maybe step away for awhile. Time definitely heals all wounds. Good luck.
Every time I hear it.
Duane Allman once sang that, " I've spent so much time feeling guilty". No doubt all these events, and feelings can give you the blues. You can't go back and change it, if you could, maybe you would. I also heard someone say, all you can do with the past is "keep bringing it up". All being said, don't beat yourself up over it. You are gonna have better days . Hang in there!!
Yes yes and yes brother.
We grew up in a good time.
artbeau you bet we did!
Amen
Yes we did god if there were a time machine I'd go back any time
This song when it comes to the chorus, I practically feel a breeze touching my pale cheek and I get chilly in an euphoria. There is no other song that gives me the feel I feel, so this is one of the most important songs in my life.
And that folks is how it's done. One man, one guitar, and a great song.
This one doesn't get old. Brings back memories. All good. Thanks.
One of my Dads favorites.
God I Miss Him :(
You had a good dad then....I cried like a baby when my father passed, you never know how much you miss someone until they’re gone ❤️
@@bastardsonofretkillr could not said that better my self
I feel your pain my friend. My dad has been gone since 2006 and I miss him as much today as I ever have.
One of the best songs ever written, my story in a song. Lost my wife at 41.
Lord, I love this song for a long time
Danny brings as much sole, mastery and attention to this jewel as ever.
More heart achingly beautiful with age. The song and the voice.
Thanks so much, Mr. O'Keefe, for this graceful and heart-breaking song. So glad that you're still singing it for us.
What a beautiful soul so thankful for discovering you in 1973 and have followed you ever sence!! My heart and soul are bigger and brighter because of you. Thanks my beautiful soul brother
Masterpiece.... 40 years and still going, got the vinyl, yea this is music you never forget
Wonderful song and performance. Don't get much better. Thanks for that.
Lots of people have done this song but the melancholy of Danny O'Keefe is hard to match.
I agree...but the closest i've heard is by Chris Robinson Brotherhood. a Fantastic cover!
@@shaynekeefer9424Thanks for the tip. There are always more great cover versions to discover.
Unmatchable.
Danny O'Keefe's "Good Time Charlie's Got the Blue's" is a modern masterpiece. Thanks Danny.
Danny, your music has seen me through the roughest, toughest and the very best times of my life for nearly 5 decades now. I love you deeply, friend
There's brilliance in simplicity. When a song touches the depths of your soul, there's no coming back. Thank you so much Danny....
A timeless song. I've been hearing it for years, and still won't change the channel when it come on. It says, American folk rock to me.....
my life in less than 3 minutes
70's melancholy perfection wow
Wow, Danny's pipes sound great. And the pickin' had me grinnin'
This is one of the most memorable, poignant songs ever. I grew up listening to this beautifully simple, potent song and have never stopped loving it. Thanks for writing this one, sir. It's a classic.
This song was on top 40 radio fall of ‘72 when I was 13. It left an indelible impression on my young soul. There were so many great songs on that AM radio: Superstition, The First Time ( ever I saw your face ), it never rains in Southern California, and many more.
Absolutely beautiful by the maestro
I think many of have the blues even more now. We're that much older.
In Seattle in the early 70's it was so depressed there were signs that read "The last person to leave town Turn out the lights" Danny was living in Seattle at that time...go figure! What beautiful music!
This song takes me back to exactly a warm summer afternoon, playing with friends - one kid had his dad’s transistor radio and this song would play. Peaceful, care free ! Beautiful.
Wonderful Mr. O’Keefe, please thank you for sharing your passion
This song is bullet-proof!! SO good, nobody can mess it up!! THANX, Danny1
I love Danny O'Keefe, and I love this song! Thank you Danny!
Firstime I heard this song I knew it would fallow me forever it's good
Thank you Mr. Okeefe!! Life is better cause your in it to play and sing......
what a performance of this timeless song. like all great music, it brings healing. thanks Danny
I’ve seen all kinds of performers, but Danny is about the finest I’ve had the pleasure to watch and listen to. The lyrics, the guitar and the presence of the man are inspirational.
Come back to Australia Danny.
This song is a masterpiece, and the reason so many try there hand at it
This song takes me back to the 70’s, out of high school and going to college. My mind was in a wanderlust though about going to New Mexico. Crazy time.
Brilliant song writer. Not enough recognition in my humble opinion.
This man is the consummate singer, songwriter, guitarist.
Kudos to Danny for his opening words. Very refreshing after so many prima donna "artists" who complain about or even refuse to play their hits.
Wonderful to see this performance, much love❤ Danny boy❤
I had a wonderful Charlie when this song came out. Been many years and still love him and this beautiful song❤
Played this song 50 years ago and still playing it in 2020
Thanks for writing this, Mr O'Keefe. This song has helped me through some rough times and I think that it's cool so many people have seen fit to record it.
the writer always sing hes songs with a heart
Love this song since childhood
NOBODY does it like Danny!!
this guy deserved so much more credit than he got.
My personal favorite to listen to, is music
It may be unrecognized by some just how good a guitar player you have to be to accompany yourself at this level. Serious triple threat stuff here.
My song!! 🤠 Saw y'all in Idaho in the 70's & Heart was your opening axt!
Oh snap..lucky you !!!
😩😩😩😩still 45 years later this song can still bring tears to me eyes. Watching relatives enlist in the military. Watching friends leave 😢
Back in 1978 I first heard this song while partying at KFAT Radio I Gilroy CA Them I Joined the Army?
A rainy day and evening here in Minneapolis. This song came to mind. What a great live version this is!!
Soundtrack to my life and times when it was accurate. Love the song and respect the musician.
On top of everything else -- what a guitarist!
Superb Mr. O'Keefe.
I've been performing this beautiful song for many years now .. and it never gets old .. /
Thanks Danny /
God Damn he brings that home. A big play. Thanks.
The man with sense and sensibilities about life and experiences...
I remember when this song first came out. It was my 5th 45 I bought for our record player. I Played it over and over. Of course I was singing some of the wrong lyrics, but it sounded good to me lol. The 70's was so laid-back and peaceful. What a Great song. Rock on Danny O'Keefe!,✌️
Danny O'Keefe is one of the greats. Met him live and he's a very nice fellow as well. REDUX is one of my favorite albums.
Love Danny still got it Mr! Love your Good Time Charlie! 🥰👍♥️🎶
This song and Danny have only gotten better with age
the good times start to fade as we get older
This song is also one of my best friends, Danny. Although I was born in 1956, I still believe that I have known it from the cradle. So many legends, like you, have cut your song, but NONE can put it out there like you. It is hard to imitate the master sculptor.
Me too friend
When I play for my personal friends I ask for requests and every time first two songs they ask for is goodtime charlie and the road. All of em hate country but love those songs
Beautiful song Danny...
A classic piece of writing.
God bless you, Danny
Guitar sounds great too. Song gives me goosebumps Danny
Thanks 🙏🏼
I think this just may be the best version I've ever heard!!
Hey Danny, I've always loved this song since I was in my early 20's. Now I'm 70 and I have come to feel that the "Town" is "Youth" and the fact that some people have trouble "leaving it" behind. And they suffer for it.
Interesting .
Danny O'Keefe is an incredible writer/composer and musician - and a remarkable life story.
We aged and the song kept its beauty and yearning. This is really a lovely short story.
I loved this song before I ever learned to play it. Thanks Danny!
Just a WONDERFUL job… 👏👏👍👍
This song will live as long as the human species lasts.
When Danny’s time comes, he’s getting in on a breeze.
Beautifully put sir"...
Let's hope it takes a while
Love ya Danny Okeefe!! Keep pickin the blues brother!!
Great song. It grows on you.
When I first heard this song, 33 seemed so far off 65 now Where's the time gone I love this song...
the artists and songs of today don't even come close.....
Forgotten lyrics and missed licks.......you're still the best !!!
God Bless you Danny.
A fan.
I’ve attached so many memories to this song…
One of those songs that just stays right there in my memory, so great, it's got to be by Danny too, , , his voice, great performance here, that Larrivee guitar sounds wonderful and his fingerstyle playing is nice. I play guitar and tried to learn this by ear and boy did I ever have it wrong, , , gonna have to study up to this video now!
Heard this song today for the first time in over 35 years. Loved it then... loved it today...
I got the blues too. I can say this does make me feel better in the aspect of how much better a place the world was when this song was peeking. Thank you for the post and most of all thank you Danny.
It seems that when the songwriter is left to himself and just a guitar...its magic.
was there that night....miss McCabes...now am living in Arkansas....
Man, what a voice. Truly awesome singing and guitar playing.✝️
Such a great performer. Unique voice, beautiful songs, opens up my heart every time.
Fifties morphed into sixties with the roadside treasures, we sometimes ponder the glint of sunlight
Saw him play this at the Sisters Folk Festival Oregon. So great...
..one of my favorite songs..& everybody covered it, but Dnny sings it best I think
@@suryclind Love the original. But somehow I lean here...
Gift to many generations of Music Lovers, I say one thing, Danny is one in million............