Gil Scott-Heron & Brian Jackson - Rivers Of My Fathers
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- Gil Scott-Heron (April 1, 1949 -- May 27, 2011) was an American poet, musician, and author known primarily for his work as a spoken word performer in the 1970s and 80s, and for his collaborative soul works with musician Brian Jackson. His collaborative efforts with Jackson featured a musical fusion of jazz, blues and soul music, as well as lyrical content concerning social and political issues of the time, delivered in both rapping and melismatic vocal styles by Scott-Heron. The music of these albums, most notably Pieces of a Man and Winter in America in the early 1970s, influenced and helped engender later African-American music genres such as hip hop and neo soul. Scott-Heron's recording work is often associated with black militant activism and has received much critical acclaim for one of his most well-known compositions "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised". His poetic style has been influential upon every generation of hip hop since his popularity began.[3] In addition to being widely considered an influence in today's music, Scott-Heron remained active until his death, and in 2010 released his first new album in 16 years, entitled I'm New Here.
I'm sorry but no one came close, RIP brother Gil, we miss you.
Let me lay down by a stream and let me be miles from everything...
When i first listened to this album, i was wondering what could come next after the first song, "Peace go with you brother", which is a masterpiece. And the second song of the album is this one, "Rivers of my fathers". My god, this album is just perfect.
oh yes brother i agree!!
I felt the same way when I first heard it, the first of many thousands of listens.
My father used to play this record a lot when I was a kid...makes me tear everytime I hear it :-)
Elysa Ortiz your father was a very wise man. You are very blessed
🙏
💗💗💗
.gg . T gg...
Your dad had soul.
It’s good that you’re his daughter. X
I was at a concert, sitting in front seat. He reached out for my hand. I didn't want to let go. I smiled for two weeks!
....There needs to be a love button Amazing Amazing Amazing
"Anger will never disappear so long as thoughts of resentment are cherished in the mind. Anger will disappear just as soon as thoughts of resentment are forgotten" The rivers of our fathers run deep. It's current is strong and it's depth is cold. The harder I try to swim to shore the deeper I sink. I struggle in vain and there is no one to reach out to. I surrender to it's force.....carry me home to Philadelphia.
I hear you, and we are not alone my friend. Spirit and Gil say “don’t give up, you’ve been down long enough.”
Indubitably!
Can we listen to songs without having needless racist comments, omg u people were freed in 1865, stop making everything a racial issue. Jesus christ
True
@Gustavsnaf Firstly, this comment could've been both racial and personal. You don't know. Secondly, this song wouldn't exist without problems of black people. You are privileged and it shows. Go listen to your people's music and don't add additional hate to already hateful society
Nothing short of Love. Thank you Gil, Brian and everyone that appreciates this.
Love is everywhere. Eventually the baseness of society will die. Love will always remain.
I followed this man to every college he performed at on the East coast when I was in college. Blessed to see his last N.Y. performance at S.O.B's. He and Brian Jackson played the hell out of "Gotta Go To Work."
pat holmes i have loved him from the first time i heard his voice as a young girl in the Civil Rights Movement. Wish i could have been a close friend. I know for sure i could have eased a lot of his pains.
I first saw him at Lincoln University...always love GSH
J ai découvert GSH en 83 . Vu à plusieurs reprises en concert en particulier au New Morning . 40 ans après j écoute et j en pleure Le poète majeur du 20 eme siecle . Peace go with you Brother
This music is timeless! Was always one of my favorite musicians.
As confusion rises in the current day and time, this song of inspiration will help soothe any challenges with the idea that brighter days are ahead. This song is so relevant, music that feeds the soul.
How I love this man❤️❤️❤️What a voice. What a beautiful heart.RIP
Bronxlady1 such a beautiful heart.
Bronxlady1 yesss 🙏🏾❤️🎈
i love how he says africa at the very end with the song fading out beautifully
Remember your roots.
In a song from bridges when he says "You alone have been to Africa" it gives me chills every time
Gill Scott Heron and Brian Jackson and their music remind me of my most precious memories of my beautiful brother. RIP Gill!
I listen to this and I just zone out nothing else matters in life
Yes, me too. I just float down this river of sound and I'm gently, lovingly, placed back into life. And it feels better ❤
When GSH was 'on the scene' I was but a toddler. So I missed out on seeing him live, although my older brother would play his music occasionally. However, my brother re-introduced him to me when I was at an age to appreciate his writing. With Brian Jackson on the keys, this was a household favorite. I still don't know how my brother had his music on reel to reel but it made the music sound exquisite.
This album is truly wonderful. By the time Gil left Flying Dutchman his music had changed. It has evolved through those first three records as Brian Jackson became more involved. Pieces of a Man was great his first great album but this album presented another leap forward and perhaps the best album of his career.
Gill Scott was a genius… simply put it . His music touches the soul so profound , it makes you think unimaginably. It’s a beautiful feeling to connect with your inter soul. His music, his poetic words and music is a storybook experience of the Black experience around the globe . I had the pleasure of seeing Gil Scott many times, mainly at Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. . He was always inspiring, innovative, and insightful. He was the best.
my father died before 1. I don't even know him but this makes me feel his spirit. I swear
It's all real good Ray...RESPECT
He’s with you brother - you are him!
Listening to this for the first time. On Juneteenth, no less.
From El Salvador with love! As a brown/latino brother thank you for giving positive energy! WE ARE ALL ONE😂
dope!!
rest in peace gil scott heron!
Such a chill, reflective record.
His voice is so hauntingly good. 💯
This has to be the ONE song that I must play when listening to Gil....I agree it's "stunning" ... performed so vividly.
the classic piece remind me what we going through now we got it I've been going through
Such a beautiful song
This is pure beauty
My Dad passed when I was 13 been a ruff road to 67
I saw him in New York beautiful. "Rest in Paradise"........💘
I saw Gil ,3 time's am so happy that I got the chance Boston Mike
The absence of confusion is love peace and happiness.
Love you thank you
Unmatched!! GSH! RIP.
2 me one of his best pieces//LOVE THIS JAM// RIP GSH
Absolutely Stunning
I wish I could have saw Gill in concert!
He was mesmeric. I was lucky to see him 4 or 5 times. His stage presence was amazing. And he was a team player, his bands consisted of great performers too.
June Anderson, I was fortunate to see him twice at the Bottom Line. Nights to remember forever.
June Anderson Saw him play live at a gig in Leicester England in the late 80s.
Wish you could have been there too. It was an honour to be in the same room as the godfather of rap.
OMG, this is beautiful...and so much more....believe it or not I've been familiar with his music for the larger part of my life, but this is the first time I'm hearing this..EVER! It's crazy when you sort of re-discover" an artist that you've always been familiar with...you dig???
Feel the same way. I've loved him since the 70s but am coming across a lot of great songs I'd never heard before, including this.
Still on point. Thanks Gil. Never rest in peace until it's over. And it ain't over. DJJD Hackney 9/12/2020
simply elegant
Beautiful!!
I have this album bottle of wine and a j and just chill
u gotta have a spliff instead big bob, feel that tragedy, that soul searchin ripper of untold travesty lined with majesty
@@gabriellaude6203 lol tobacco gonna make him feel it huh
@@four4four636 lotta people livin in the dark ages
Shrooms. You'll really find inner peace
this song has me on 1 today... great moment. thank u
Been listening to this track for years! Its so soulful. Jay versace just sampled it on Mind Right for Pink Siifu, after listning I just had to come back.
Yup never put one and one together. Good ear, that one little piano lick around 00:13
excellent
RIP uncle Nick, RIP brother Gil.
Fantastic
I have always loved this man
He is and will be right on in everything he related in his songs. Not always able to be a strong Blackman in this world but Gil and his music puts everything in order. Hard not to let anger take over but being a 73 year old Blackman it sure ain't easy. Gil helps. J.Bracey
"Hello Sunday hello road"!!!!!!!!💘
What a man gives to others
REMAINS
And is eternal 🌹✨Ever Rising free Brother, Father…
Friend💖
Indubitably!
R.I.P Brother man!
Gil Scott
Tupac
Kendrick
If I could throw away every other artist to get more of them, I would without hesitation.
Add Linton Kwesi Johnson, Franti and Anthony Joseph to that list to name a few.
beautiful work of art.
RIP Brother Gil
THANK YOU FOR UPLOAD
Clear creative, I hear this Brother Gil.
This song was written I believe over 40yrs ago , although it seems to have a perpetual application along with pieces of a man and winter in america , Hey I think I've found a lovely day
!!!,,,...
great
righteous
ONE OF THE BEST
Totally.
Atmosphere - Carry me home
no song affects me like this song does.
His music reflects on what's going on today. Makes me think about George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and everyone who has been brutalized and murdered by law enforcement. Power to the people👊
carry me home
Music from another space . Peace go with you brother .
How it s possible not to cry !!
Free free Palestine 🇵🇸. I m sure if GSH were here today he will speak for the freedom of Palestine . RIP
GSH ILY You went 2 soon bredren. We need your voice right now. Something authentic, Like GSH. #KTF Hackney 18/6/2020 xxx
7 people don't know what real music is
Up to 36 :-(
Who gives a f***
Lord forgive me for my sins, on this Earth,I didn't mean to be a bother
All I ask Is when I die you allow me to be carried home by the rivers of my father's.
there was always much more to heron than anger and irony.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Looking for a Sign.
💟☮️💟☮️💟☮️💟☮️
My father find him on Facebook. Papa Aziz. My Love, My guide, My heart, My shared soul and bloodline. Love u Man.
ohyeah
3:40
Who the fuck disliked this????
Francesco Alberti Four totally uninformed ,uneducated, idiots.
Only an unexamined mind to say the least.
2 0 2 0. In total.
Uncle Bill...
What does he mean when he says "the concrete is my smile"?
#OdedFriedGaon #OdedMusic #Audioded
I would die to that song, wish i would hear some first chords..
Best fucking song of all time . 2019... What a shit show so far 😂