No words can describe the joy that these gentlemen brought to so many of us fans.Over 50 years together(3 of the 4 originals),totally unheard of..50 years of the best music this side of anywhere.God Bless you Statler Brothers,and rest easy Lew,you'l never be forgotten.Folks,,just cherish this music,there wont be any more like it..
In this live farewell concert Don stated they'd been singing and traveling for over 40 years....but who's counting right? I too loved Lew and had a hard time accepting Jimmy in the beginning. Lew was all I knew but I came around and love Jimmy!!! Lew had a unique voice, they both do for that matter but I believe Jimmy's voice is a lot stronger than Lew's was? RIP Lew and Harold!!! I'll see you on the other side....... when God calls me home!!
Would Lew have written 'Elizabeth, Too Much On My Heart or My Only Love?' All written by Mr. Jimmy Fortune and all Number One songs and all awarded song of the year! So I ask again would Lew have done that? Get off Jimmys back please as he has done a tremendous job and forged his own career AND has always been very gracious about Lew! Did The Statlers need Jimmy more? We will never know that!
With absolutely no disrespect to Lew, to my ears the Statlers, already a great group, got even better with the addition of Jimmy Fortune, one of the best tenors I’ve ever heard.
@@Paladin70I liked lew and still love his contributions to the Statler Brothers. He wrote Flowers on the wall, one of my favorites. Jimmy was a great addition after Lew had to stop touring.
@@RamTrucks590 Lew, suffering from Crohn’s disease and knowing he had to at least be replaced temporarily, had heard Jimmy sing and is actually the one who invited Jimmy to audition to be his fill-in, which later that year became his permanent replacement. True fans should be appreciative of what both brought to the group, as both men truly appreciated each other.
I agree. It was a God granted place for him. I believe Don was especially in tune with the Lord’s will. I certainly could be mistaken but I do believe they were committed Christians.
When Lewis had to retire because of his health many thought it would be the end of The Statler's. They had a brief slump on the charts but then Jimmy Fortune joined and a couple of his compositions -"Elizabeth" and "My Only Love" went to #1 and they were back on top. Fortune didn't try to replace Lew but added his own identity and talent to the group.
Every time I hear this song it brings such deep emotions and flashbacks to days gone by. I could hear it a thousand times and never get sick of it. I sure miss these guys.
At the age of 16 I started singing in a local gospel quartet singing lead mainly by the influence of the Statler brothers. I learned to sing tenor by listening to Lew DeWitt. I listened to and enjoyed these guys for years. I shed tears when I heard Lew passed. I had a chance to attend their farewell concert, but I knew it would be too painful for me. I’m 64 now and I miss them every day. Thank God for UA-cam. God be with you guys…
I really only liked the Statlers when Jimmy became part of the group , in fact we made the long trip to Nashville just to watch their tapings! But their is a much better group now if only they decide to become a permanent group ! You might want to check them out “Brotherly Love “ Jimmy is also now recording with them and the harmony with this group is unbelievable and second to none !
There will never be a group like the Statlers. I loved Lew and didn't think anyone could replace him. Jimmy didn't, he brought a freshness that was a short in the arm to an already magnificent group, both in singing, songwriting, and showmanship. Thank God for videos like this! They can continue to bless us with their harmony and wit for ages to come.
When you have a truly natural voice like Jimmy it stays solid and unchanged, his solo career proves this . His exquisite voice has not changed one bit.
Always nice to have another Statler brother fan. I presume your an American unlike me who is English but love country music , these boys were some of the best. Have a good day.
When the group lost a brother due to death, finding someone to replace that part is often difficult. The Statler Brothers did a wonderful job picking Jimmy. This song is built just for him. The Brothers dominated the country music scene in the 70's, and left a lasting impression, and some great music to enjoy.
The thing that made the Statlers so great was their harmony! They all had very good voices individually. But the “whole” of their sound together was even greater than the sum of their parts.
To James Street-Amen, brot her; my favorite country mus ic group followed by the Oak Ridge Boys. Too bad the Sta tlers are retired; would loved to have met them & gotten t heir autographs & possibly had my picture taken with th em. Since they are I've taken my mom to see the Oaks, Lo retta Lynn, the Gatlin Brother s & Charley Pride in concert.
I'm a big Oak Ridge Boys fan, but I have seen the Statler's numerous times. Including in their hometown. I love 4 part harmony. To me there's nothing better than voices harmonizing. I had the priviledge to see The Cathedrals on their final tour. Just love it.
Such a great group sorry they retired but then again I suppose they have earned it. Lucky for us Jimmy Fortune and Dailey and Vincent still sing all these great songs
To gheester 60-The only wa- y you're going to get true co- untry music is by using a S- martphone or some other m ethod as radio stations no l- onger play this type of coun try. As far as I'm concerned country music is dead.
Sometimes life is just too heavy, We all have our own time when it just seems more than we can bear. If we're lucky we know where to find the answers and the courage to finish this thing we call life. " John 3.16 "
@TheJanka51 LOOK at who is being STUPID. After Jimmy joined the Statlers, they went on another 22 years before they retired with many hit songs. Even Lew stated that Jimmy joining the group reignited them and gave them many more years of stardom after going stagnant . I wouldn't say Jimmy was better than Lew but brought a fresh approach to the music they sang. Lew was very talented and had a unique voice.
I have loved these guys since I was a kid and first heard "Flowers On The Wall". Sad to learn they had retired, but they deserve a well earned retirement. I felt out of touch with others when I was in college in the mid 70's I had little in common with other students, so I would go to the music room, put on the headphones, and listen to the Statler Brothers, and enjoy myself.
He wrote "Elizabeth", "Too Much On My Heart", "My Only Love", "More Than A Name On A Wall", "Forever" and "I Believe". There were more but they never made it to recordings......that I know of. He's a great singer and an awesome song writer!!
Stand strong. If you have kids, do whatever it takes to stay in their lives. Kids need a good dad now, more than ever. If you don't have kids, let her go right out of your thoughts and mind. Like a very bad, unreliable car that you loved the style and the paint job, the interior, etc. but you just can't get it to be reliable or dependable, regardless of how much you work on it, how much you spend, there's always going to be something else. It's tough and painful to let go of lemons, but, like a bad tooth, they won't get better. Many women do men a favor by leaving, sine so many men won't leave. Mentally thank her, then blot her out of your mind and move on to your better life! Sorry for the short novel! Have a good day!
"THE PAIN SHOOTS THRU ME LIKE A DART, I'VE GOT TOO MUCH ON MY HEART" wow right to the heart of well any broken hearted fool, me being one of those once or twice!!!!!!
My parents really loved them. These guys had great voices, harmonies, but what made them great is they loved their fans. They were upstanding Christian men. I was really saddened when I found out Harold passed away. He was so funny. They gave great concerts. It took a little getting used to Jimmy, but that guy has a set of outstanding pipes. He is a very gifted songwriter too. Their song Elizabeth was played at my Memaw’s funeral. I miss them a lot. RIP Harold and Lew.
What a beautiful song that really touches your heart. Statlers brothers made a lot of good songs. They are absolutely the greatest artists of all times. I could never get tired of listening to their songs.
My Granny loved the Statlers. Listening to them cleaning house on Saturday morning. What I wouldn't give to go back to have just one more Saturday with her.
No words can describe the joy that these gentlemen brought to so many of us fans.Over 50 years together(3 of the 4 originals),totally unheard of..50 years of the best music this side of anywhere.God Bless you Statler Brothers,and rest easy Lew,you'l never be forgotten.Folks,,just cherish this music,there wont be any more like it..
In this live farewell concert Don stated they'd been singing and traveling for over 40 years....but who's counting right? I too loved Lew and had a hard time accepting Jimmy in the beginning. Lew was all I knew but I came around and love Jimmy!!! Lew had a unique voice, they both do for that matter but I believe Jimmy's voice is a lot stronger than Lew's was? RIP Lew and Harold!!! I'll see you on the other side....... when God calls me home!!
Would Lew have written 'Elizabeth, Too Much On My Heart or My Only Love?' All written by Mr. Jimmy Fortune and all Number One songs and all awarded song of the year! So I ask again would Lew have done that? Get off Jimmys back please as he has done a tremendous job and forged his own career AND has always been very gracious about Lew! Did The Statlers need Jimmy more? We will never know that!
With absolutely no disrespect to Lew, to my ears the Statlers, already a great group, got even better with the addition of Jimmy Fortune, one of the best tenors I’ve ever heard.
@@Paladin70I liked lew and still love his contributions to the Statler Brothers. He wrote Flowers on the wall, one of my favorites. Jimmy was a great addition after Lew had to stop touring.
@@RamTrucks590
Lew, suffering from Crohn’s disease and knowing he had to at least be replaced temporarily, had heard Jimmy sing and is actually the one who invited Jimmy to audition to be his fill-in, which later that year became his permanent replacement. True fans should be appreciative of what both brought to the group, as both men truly appreciated each other.
One of the greatest quartets ever!! They sang from the heart and soul!!!
No one has ever come close, nor will anyone EVER come close to the harmony of the Statler Brothers. WHAT TALENT......
They just were never the same without Lew!
@@rebeccalara6574disagree.
@@rebeccalara6574 They have Jimmy Fortune in singing, And his voice his just great, and still is. And he still is singing.
I Disagree !
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Jimmy has the most beautiful male tenor voice I've ever heard.
I agree. It was a God granted place for him. I believe Don was especially in tune with the Lord’s will. I certainly could be mistaken but I do believe they were committed Christians.
Amen brothers and sisters!!! They make the term awesome 2nd!!! Best group ever! They don’t need instruments, their voices make the music!
When Lewis had to retire because of his health many thought it would be the end of The Statler's. They had a brief slump on the charts but then Jimmy Fortune joined and a couple of his compositions -"Elizabeth" and "My Only Love" went to #1 and they were back on top. Fortune didn't try to replace Lew but added his own identity and talent to the group.
My most favorite is his award winning "Too Much On My Heart" ❤
He did change their sound, but in a very good way.
Magnificent
I absolutely love this group never get tired of listening to them very talented and loving group..
This man is such an excellent singer.
Every time I hear this song it brings such deep emotions and flashbacks to days gone by. I could hear it a thousand times and never get sick of it. I sure miss these guys.
I love their songs, dress code and will miss them greatly.
I know. I'm 19 and I feel like I missed the era of real music like this. I love to hear jimmy and phil together.
I'm almost 70...and how I miss their presence... the integrity and humility they portrayed!
At the age of 16 I started singing in a local gospel quartet singing lead mainly by the influence of the Statler brothers. I learned to sing tenor by listening to Lew DeWitt. I listened to and enjoyed these guys for years. I shed tears when I heard Lew passed. I had a chance to attend their farewell concert, but I knew it would be too painful for me. I’m 64 now and I miss them every day. Thank God for UA-cam. God be with you guys…
Absolutely perfect harmony...we sure lack this kind of music today!
Jimmy Fortune has a flawless voice,just so melodic..
I could listen to his singing all day every day, this was my all time favorite song growing up.
God bless Jimmy Fortune and his magnificent voice
This is beautiful. They don't make groups like the Statlers anymore. I hate to see this era of music fade.
You are right, nobody else like the statlers.
I really only liked the Statlers when Jimmy became part of the group , in fact we made the long trip to Nashville just to watch their tapings! But their is a much better group now if only they decide to become a permanent group ! You might want to check them out “Brotherly Love “ Jimmy is also now recording with them and the harmony with this group is unbelievable and second to none !
There will never be a group like the Statlers. I loved Lew and didn't think anyone could replace him. Jimmy didn't, he brought a freshness that was a short in the arm to an already magnificent group, both in singing, songwriting, and showmanship. Thank God for videos like this! They can continue to bless us with their harmony and wit for ages to come.
Jimmy Fortune has an amazing voice. absolutely love this song.
Harold was my favorite and they're all good! Love these guys! RIP Harold!
When you have a truly natural voice like Jimmy it stays solid and unchanged, his solo career proves this . His exquisite voice has not changed one bit.
Where did good music like this go? The Statlers and their breed are missed...
GEORGE JONES
Beautiful !!!!
Seriously!
I really miss them too!
That's the way I feel right now
@@nancymccourt7890 the small number of current fans can glorify them by sharing these songs...
I could sit and listen to them for hrs and hrs. such pure voices
I do
I do
Love them.
That's exactly what I do too.
I do love these guys listen to them all the time
I just so love this song. I could listen again and again to the Statler Brothers. Xx
Hello how are you doing
@@andersonwilson4391 well thank you,
Always nice to have another Statler brother fan. I presume your an American unlike me who is English but love country music , these boys were some of the best. Have a good day.
They are perfect singing...the harmony ...I can't think of any other group that has that..
grew up on Statler Brothers. loved them then and still do. two of the boys are taking over, love their voices to.
Two sons are Wil, Harold's son, and Langdon, Don's son. They're great!
The Statler Brothers were the best
of the best. No one ever came
close to them. They were a class
act
When the group lost a brother due to death, finding someone to replace that part is often difficult. The Statler Brothers did a wonderful job picking Jimmy. This song is built just for him. The Brothers dominated the country music scene in the 70's, and left a lasting impression, and some great music to enjoy.
Just read Random Memories, just makes me admire these guys even more, top class voices , top class people.
I just ordered the book
For three minutes 47...I just stopped breathing .....FABULOUS!
And every time I saw them, they were this great. Awesome group.
Susan*theywerethebesti
There will never be another group like the Statler Brothers!
The thing that made the Statlers so great was their harmony! They all had very good voices individually. But the “whole” of their sound together was even greater than the sum of their parts.
Where is talent like this today? I am grateful for the legacy of recorded music they left for us, and future generations, to enjoy.
One of the best quartets of all time.
To James Street-Amen, brot her; my favorite country mus ic group followed by the Oak Ridge Boys. Too bad the Sta tlers are retired; would loved to have met them & gotten t heir autographs & possibly had my picture taken with th em. Since they are I've taken my mom to see the Oaks, Lo retta Lynn, the Gatlin Brother s & Charley Pride in concert.
Absolute Best!!
I'm a big Oak Ridge Boys fan, but I have seen the Statler's numerous times. Including in their hometown. I love 4 part harmony. To me there's nothing better than voices harmonizing. I had the priviledge to see The Cathedrals on their final tour. Just love it.
Lew Dewitt was awesome. I saw him perform before Jimmie jumped on board. Such a unique, sweet tenor voice.
todd shaw
This group was just the best. Jimmy Fortune has a very beautiful voice. He also shines on the song "Elizabeth"
One of the few groups who changed a member, sound changed, but they were still great anyway. Love them with Lew, and with Jimmy as well.
Hi
He should, he wrote it.
Oak ridge boys song the boys are back
@@pauleaves7721 lyly.ll
Such a great group sorry they retired but then again I suppose they have earned it. Lucky for us Jimmy Fortune and Dailey and Vincent still sing all these great songs
Far and away the best sing group ever........Tim M. 5-19-2024
I sure miss them and wish we had good country music like this on radio today. Perfection!
AMEN TO THAT
gheester60 me as well
Agreed
Yes I agree with u good country music is needed
To gheester 60-The only wa- y you're going to get true co- untry music is by using a S- martphone or some other m ethod as radio stations no l- onger play this type of coun try. As far as I'm concerned country music is dead.
Sometimes life is just too heavy, We all have our own time when it just seems more than we can bear. If we're lucky we know where to find the answers and the courage to finish this thing we call life. " John 3.16 "
When Jimmy Fortune came aboard, he reignited that group and took them to heights they had never been before, IMO.
You are completely insane.
PB L Jimmy is good but I sure miss Lew DeWitt, the original tenor.
@TheJanka51 LOOK at who is being STUPID. After Jimmy joined the Statlers, they went on another 22 years before they retired with many hit songs. Even Lew stated that Jimmy joining the group reignited them and gave them many more years of stardom after going stagnant . I wouldn't say Jimmy was better than Lew but brought a fresh approach to the music they sang. Lew was very talented and had a unique voice.
It doesn't ave to be about who is/was better, just enjoy the guys from beginning to their retirement.
TheJanka51 You are a stupid little bitch
My favorite song by the Statler brothers. They had many great songs.
I absolutely love this song and all the statlers songs. What a beautiful harmony
I have loved these guys since I was a kid and first heard "Flowers On The Wall". Sad to learn they had retired, but they deserve a well earned retirement. I felt out of touch with others when I was in college in the mid 70's I had little in common with other students, so I would go to the music room, put on the headphones, and listen to the Statler Brothers, and enjoy myself.
“The pain shoots through me like a dart”
One of the saddest lines ever written. So beautiful
Beautiful voices, Perfection in their harmony... each one of the Statler Brothers’ voices unique
One of the saddest occurrences of 2020 was the loss of Harold. Always always loved these guys!
OMG! How could it get any better than this??!!
jimmy fortune is a God send....great harmony. They are all good.
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Hello Teressa
Thanks America's greatest quartet thank you
Best group ever. Thanks for all the great music and laughs you gave us. Miss you Harold.
Just love the Statler Brothers!!
Hello how are you doing
Love this group so much for I sure do miss them.
What a beautiful combination of voices
Such vocals. Group singing at it's best, bar none. Period.
This is real country music love to hear JimmyFortune sing country & gospel
Hi cutie
I LOVE THIS SONG. SO SAD YET BEAUTIFUL..
I can't stop listening to this song!
Same here and I seen them in concert back in the day.
This is truly the best song recorded by the Statlers. Jimmy Fortune has a FANTASTIC voice. He is also featured on the song Elizabeth.
He wrote the song Elizabeth
Shawn Phelps\ has come
He wrote this song
He wrote "Elizabeth", "Too Much On My Heart", "My Only Love", "More Than A Name On A Wall", "Forever" and "I Believe". There were more but they never made it to recordings......that I know of. He's a great singer and an awesome song writer!!
Yes and he wrote both songs!
My wife left me 9 months ago and this song really hits home
Stand strong. If you have kids, do whatever it takes to stay in their lives. Kids need a good dad now, more than ever.
If you don't have kids, let her go right out of your thoughts and mind.
Like a very bad, unreliable car that you loved the style and the paint job, the interior, etc. but you just can't get it to be reliable or dependable, regardless of how much you work on it, how much you spend, there's always going to be something else. It's tough and painful to let go of lemons, but, like a bad tooth, they won't get better.
Many women do men a favor by leaving, sine so many men won't leave.
Mentally thank her, then blot her out of your mind and move on to your better life!
Sorry for the short novel! Have a good day!
GREAT VOCAL.
AND MISS THEM VERY MUCH.
I CAN LISTEN TO YHERE MUSIC ALL DAY.
IVE GOT TOO MUCH ON MY HEART.....PRAYERS WITH THEM ALL.
For some reason I keep playing it over and over again.
"THE PAIN SHOOTS THRU ME LIKE A DART, I'VE GOT TOO MUCH ON MY HEART" wow right to the heart of well any broken hearted fool, me being one of those once or twice!!!!!!
They sounded better at the end than they did at the beginning ... like fine wine their voices became gold
I love these guys' songs. Very country and real too.
One of my favorite songs by the Statler Brothers! Jimmy Fortune is great!!!!
Sweet Jesus.....this is good music...with a real meaning!!! Beautiful voices blending together!!!
One of their All-Time Greatest & one of my All-Time Favorites!!!
JIMMY FORTUNE CAN HARMONIZE WITH A DOG WHISTLE!! LOVE TO HEAR HIM SING!!
My parents really loved them. These guys had great voices, harmonies, but what made them great is they loved their fans. They were upstanding Christian men. I was really saddened when I found out Harold passed away. He was so funny. They gave great concerts. It took a little getting used to Jimmy, but that guy has a set of outstanding pipes. He is a very gifted songwriter too. Their song Elizabeth was played at my Memaw’s funeral. I miss them a lot. RIP Harold and Lew.
What a beautiful song that really touches your heart. Statlers brothers made a lot of good songs. They are absolutely the greatest artists of all times. I could never get tired of listening to their songs.
Hello Donna
How are you Donna
Spectacular fireworks and fancy stage shows are not required with talent like this.
Best quartet of all time!!
The pain shoot thru me like a dart" great line
I grew up loving them and still do
Hi Sylvia
I have always loved this song! My favorite of all time by the Staler Brothers.
One of the best songs ever recorded absolutely brilliant 💙💙💙💙🎤👍xxx
Miss you guys so much. There has never been a better quartet than you. PLEASE COME OUT OF RETIREMENT!!!! Love you guys.
Hi Tracie
I love y’all thanks for letting me know love you so much
Jimmy's voice is pure golden. Love these guys.
Best money I ever spent was on this dvd. Watched it so many more times than I can count.
BY FAR THE BEST COUNTRY SONG EVER!!!!! NEVER DID SEE THE STATLERS IN CONCERT. SURE WISH I WOULD HAVE. NOT TOO MANY GROUPS LIKE THEM NOW A DAYS.
This song reminds me so much of myself and how my life has played out.
The best four part harmony in the history of music!!! RIP Lew 💔😢 🙏 gone but NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!
Thank you Sharon Morrison 1986 you showed me what a woman isn't.
Love these old songs.
Love this song will never tire of it 💙💙💙💙🎤👏👏👏👏🙏xxx
My Granny loved the Statlers. Listening to them cleaning house on Saturday morning. What I wouldn't give to go back to have just one more Saturday with her.
The pride of Staunton Va.
One of the best by The Statler Brothers such a beautiful Melody
A very good group of singers all their songs were great miss their voices we can still get their recordings as I do
They are a TOTAL class act!
Got to Love the Statler Brothers ♥
Hello ginny
❤❤❤❤🎶🎶 since the passing of Harold, I can't stop listening to The Statlers...
Always loved this song. Beautiful voices.
this is the real deal when it comes to talent and smooth singing , omg the voices are like glass
These guys were the best. Only the Statler Bros can belt that out so well. One of the best country songs, ever.
I believe they were the greatest quartet ever.❤
The Statlers, will always be remembered!
Nobody can top the Statler Brothers.
Hello beautiful
I can listen to this song all day Love It
Awesome song and the harmony is second to none, Thanx
What a beautiful song,it brought me back to my first love,my childhood Boyfriend..😢
The statler bros are simply fantastic
I love y’all so much love you too thanks very very much