Keith Whitley-Complete Last Appearance on "Opry Live"-1989

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  • @alicecoker9155
    @alicecoker9155 9 місяців тому +31

    I can't say this enough. I love Keith Whitley. I'm 72. His voice. He puts you there.

  • @rmdbuild
    @rmdbuild 4 роки тому +656

    If today’s country music had one ounce of this mans talent, we would still have real music.

    • @39butchy1
      @39butchy1 3 роки тому +14

      Agreed, Mitch.

    • @Festus-kw1rw
      @Festus-kw1rw 3 роки тому +13

      Amen!

    • @LUCKYB.
      @LUCKYB. 3 роки тому +3

      If it would have been Lorie that would have Drink her self to death we would still have Keith .

    • @vickijoswords3456
      @vickijoswords3456 3 роки тому +5

      @@LUCKYB. WOW!! That’s pretty mean & inappropriate…

    • @RedDirtRules
      @RedDirtRules 3 роки тому +9

      Whitley was great no doubt, but there are plenty of great country music out there today carrying on the tradition of the legends.

  • @genevahenderson5622
    @genevahenderson5622 4 роки тому +268

    Out of thousands of singers in the world when I heard he died I was driving and had to pull over and cried like a baby. It was announced on the radio. Will never forget that one. He sang from the soul.

    • @briscoesjug1026
      @briscoesjug1026 3 роки тому +13

      Him and Stevie ray Vaughn hit me the hardest out of all of the ones we lost to soon they was just a couple yrs apart

    • @bettycupp488
      @bettycupp488 3 роки тому +2

      @@briscoesjug1026 EDC

    • @davidjudson247
      @davidjudson247 2 роки тому +10

      Omg, the same thing happened too me, except I was in my junior college year in an apt w then girlfriend and not driving. I cried too, like crocodile tears too

    • @amyc40
      @amyc40 2 роки тому +7

      Me too! It’s like I lost a family member!

    • @charlesedwards7798
      @charlesedwards7798 2 роки тому +5

      Lori would have been home he wouldn't have passed away

  • @rebeccagreene7927
    @rebeccagreene7927 3 роки тому +118

    My God what a voice. That sound was when country music was the real deal. May you rest in peace Keith Whitley. You're truly missed. ❤️

  • @steeworker98
    @steeworker98 13 років тому +71

    Hands down one of the greatest voices there ever was in country music. But as long as we play his music, he is never really gone. Never get tired of hearing Keith sing.

  • @GeneStewart71269
    @GeneStewart71269 10 років тому +346

    This was one of the finest country music artists in our lifetime! It's so sad that he left us so early in life.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 4 роки тому +7

      Agreed with you on this we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 33 years old when he passed away his music will always lives on forever

    • @santini1953
      @santini1953 4 роки тому +2

      He didn't think life was worth living so he killed himself with booze, the bottle was his friend.

    • @nikolaybachvarov3496
      @nikolaybachvarov3496 3 роки тому +1

      This is the most delicate singing I ve ever heard

    • @larryrhindress2972
      @larryrhindress2972 3 роки тому

      Yes Gene, you wrote exactly what I was going to say. Thanks Bro. from Nova Scotia!

    • @marthadouglas382
      @marthadouglas382 2 роки тому

      I wish they would make a movie on him don't know you would play him.

  • @mackdog832
    @mackdog832 6 років тому +82

    I just Thank God I was able to quit drinking for good.....amazing it’s been 9 years for me..... just sad such a talented man couldn’t do it......please pray for those who can’t quit it’s an aweful struggle

    • @annieaston2726
      @annieaston2726 4 роки тому +2

      No disrespect keith amazing but i believe he host of mental health issues as well as drink

    • @mackdog832
      @mackdog832 3 роки тому +5

      I’m with you brother …quit cold Turkey in 2009 I hope I never drink again …

    • @christinakhongwir7190
      @christinakhongwir7190 2 роки тому +3

      Praise the Lord for saving you

    • @xflapjack2x
      @xflapjack2x Рік тому

      Nobody cares you still suck

    • @georgegorsline5639
      @georgegorsline5639 Рік тому +5

      August 18 1991...one day at a time my worse day sober is better than my best day drunk and on drugs

  • @danielsnitrorcchannel4568
    @danielsnitrorcchannel4568 4 роки тому +54

    You can just tell he’s just wore out and tired, all the pressure he had to endure. But he really had a voice of gold that no one else has. He made country music real, and that’s the way country should sound.

  • @michaelglenn4655
    @michaelglenn4655 9 років тому +127

    I read somewhere that Keith had a motorcycle accident and after that he changed and in his performances you could see a sadness in his eyes. If you look closely at him in this video it really seems like he was tired physically and emotionally. He could put and incredible amount of heart and soul into his music and make people feel like they had a friend that understood their problems. He had more talent in one finger than 50 of these country pop bromance singers of today.

    • @glock-pt6fm
      @glock-pt6fm 2 роки тому

      No it was lorries Morgan and I believe the year u die u hurt a little worse

    • @kawai99100
      @kawai99100 2 роки тому +18

      He lost a brother on one. He never got over that. Keith was just an alcoholic. Couldn't shake it.

    • @scottesmonds9798
      @scottesmonds9798 Рік тому +7

      The wreck was called Lorrie Morgan

    • @dv2033
      @dv2033 Рік тому +4

      What you see is the effects of alcohol, I can see it too.

    • @darlenemstrommer7687
      @darlenemstrommer7687 Рік тому +4

      ​@@scottesmonds9798 Lori tore him apart

  • @bigg73
    @bigg73 4 роки тому +79

    It's safe to say this song is timeless! It's been 31 years since he last played and it still connects to us! RIP Keith Whitley

  • @MrChrisgilbert44
    @MrChrisgilbert44 8 років тому +354

    This man would smashed all number one records of all time had he lived longer !! RIP KEITH W

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому +26

      True very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 34 years old when he passed away he was such a very talented man just lost him to soon and every song he sang there was a purpose for every he sang Keith Whitley will always be number one to me in COUNTRY music needs to be inducted into the COUNTRY music Hall of fame

    • @jenniferpatton7704
      @jenniferpatton7704 5 років тому +12

      You can see the pain in his 👀. What a hell of a legend.

    • @johnmullins8972
      @johnmullins8972 5 років тому +15

      Keith Whitley was the best of the best in country music!

    • @theresabollman8061
      @theresabollman8061 5 років тому +9

      R I P forever.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому +7

      John Mullins true very true

  • @fayegibson1729
    @fayegibson1729 3 роки тому +74

    I am a huge Keith Whitley fan! Right from the beginning he stole my heart with his warm rich voice and soulful singing. You feel everything he is saying, in every song he sings. He passed just 4 days before my 30th birthday and I will remember that day just like it was yesterday. I just couldn’t believe it when I heard the news. Gone too soon, but never forgotten, RIP Keith ❤️

  • @joetrujillo4946
    @joetrujillo4946 10 років тому +276

    You can just feel the pain in his voice in this song...Thats when you know music comes straight from the soul.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому +1

      Joseph Trujillo true very true

    • @joycorcione316
      @joycorcione316 4 роки тому +6

      I definitely agree, Keith put his whole soul in his music. I love this man, so sad he passed so young.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 4 роки тому +3

      Joyce Corcione true very true my number one in COUNTRY music and always will be number one at the age of 34 years old when he passed away he was such a very talented person just lost him to soon

    • @darlenemstrommer7687
      @darlenemstrommer7687 Рік тому +1

      Alan Jackson does also

  • @maranatha1281
    @maranatha1281 5 років тому +41

    Keith had TOTAL control of his vocal cords. In one word he could hit 4*5 octives. He Danced around the words of his songs. Truly blessed. I miss 'um.

    • @marshabanks2297
      @marshabanks2297 Рік тому +4

      Keith whitley was so blessed with the most beautiful, soulful voice of his era. I just wish he had not been so tortured in his soul and could have gotten a handle on his drinking. I would love to still be listening to his new music, instead of the junk thats coming out of Nashville these days. Gone too soon, but never to be forgotten. Rest in Peace Keith Whitley.❤️☺️😊💞💕😭

    • @garrymitcham7693
      @garrymitcham7693 Рік тому +1

      Most people don't realize this.

    • @jasonfusco
      @jasonfusco Рік тому +1

      The king

    • @ApplianceMan96
      @ApplianceMan96 24 дні тому

      He’s an example of true vocal mastery which is rare. Very hard to achieve through hard alone

  • @jamesakers1175
    @jamesakers1175 4 роки тому +30

    What a true country voice. Gone way to soon but not forgotten.

  • @daphenehipp3053
    @daphenehipp3053 3 роки тому +26

    Wow the Eighties brought us so much talent! No one sounds like Keith Whitley! You can hear and feel the emotion in the music he left behind! Beautiful!

  • @charlesatwood6235
    @charlesatwood6235 7 років тому +186

    Keith is one of the greatest of all time. I just finished reading Lorrie's book from 1997. I realize we all have our struggles. He had everything most of us only dream about--a beautiful wife and kids and a great career. I wish he could have taken his rehab attempts seriously and got himself squared away. I would have liked to still have him around today making more great music instead of the junk coming out of Nashville.

    • @teresariggs6523
      @teresariggs6523 3 роки тому +12

      He needs to be in the hall of fame

    • @jontanner309
      @jontanner309 2 роки тому +3

      May I ask for the name of that book

    • @charlesatwood6235
      @charlesatwood6235 2 роки тому +3

      @@jontanner309 I think it is called Forever Yours Faithfully, My Love Story by Lorrie Morgan

    • @countrycollectionssteele1580
      @countrycollectionssteele1580 2 роки тому +4

      He was great . He had a problem and it took him still love his music!!

    • @teresamachin3497
      @teresamachin3497 2 роки тому +3

      I just wish he was still

  • @donaldewert2332
    @donaldewert2332 2 роки тому +6

    So glad Keith will be inducted into Country Music Hall of Fame in 2022!!!!!

  • @timhumphrey1964
    @timhumphrey1964 9 років тому +165

    without a doubt the best country music singer in the history of country music. ....love you Keith....RIP....brother. ..

    • @martynewell1181
      @martynewell1181 4 роки тому +4

      count me in too

    • @tinafick4107
      @tinafick4107 4 роки тому +4

      So sad he died so young bteaks my heart

    • @timhumphrey1964
      @timhumphrey1964 4 роки тому +5

      @@tinafick4107 i still play his songs everyday..

    • @magmusic7562
      @magmusic7562 4 роки тому +12

      I’m a huge fan. But best ever? That’s too far

    • @timhumphrey1964
      @timhumphrey1964 4 роки тому +1

      Sounds like we love the same music...who else you listen too...

  • @daltonsmiddy880
    @daltonsmiddy880 5 років тому +43

    He needs to be in the hall of fame soon

    • @lindagalloway586
      @lindagalloway586 2 роки тому

      No words can explain Keith Whitley voice and how the words from every song, especially this song. My heart cries every time I hear this. RIP Keith!! Always be remembered!!

    • @jdgreen7771
      @jdgreen7771 2 роки тому +6

      He is in the HOF now

  • @shannondawn44
    @shannondawn44 9 років тому +133

    My gosh ..... that voice . Just a thing of beauty

  • @blaughter3
    @blaughter3 13 років тому +27

    I have been listening to country music for most of my 63 years and I can truly say Keith Whitley is my all time favorite. I (as many) was crushed when I heard of his death. There will never be another who can compare to his wonderful voice. I said at the time " Keith, you had so many more songs to sing to me." He will always be missed.

  • @Imagodfollower
    @Imagodfollower 2 роки тому +22

    A great singer gone way too soon R.I.P Keith He had an awesome voice & will never be forgotten.

  • @garytye41
    @garytye41 11 років тому +187

    Name one singer today who could sing with this much conviction, and talent. Without the help of studio dubbing. No one

    • @TheHappyHomesteadingHerbalist
      @TheHappyHomesteadingHerbalist 7 років тому +3

      gary tye The closest is probably Davis Daniel and he's not around anymore

    • @smartt
      @smartt 7 років тому +5

      Jon Pardi is close but even he'd he bow down to Keith Whitley

    • @timothystewart7103
      @timothystewart7103 6 років тому +12

      George strait

    • @patskers1
      @patskers1 6 років тому +6

      timothy stewart as great as the 👑 is, I think Whitley was the better singer

    • @suzierishel-mcintyre1282
      @suzierishel-mcintyre1282 6 років тому +4

      gary tye I've recent discovered Sturgil Simpson and wow! He is similar to Keith at times. Check him out : ) I hate most new country but Sturgil is great!!!

  • @akledfor
    @akledfor 5 років тому +138

    There should be a major motion picture made that tells his story.

    • @BBPalmer420
      @BBPalmer420 3 роки тому +3

      God please no. I’m a massive Keith Whitley Fan, but no more biopics.. after Walk the Line came out (great movie) seemed like everyone and their mother wanted to do a biopic. Some things are best left alone, and the legendary KW is one that shouldn’t be touched by Hollywood in my humble opinion. It should stay country music lore / legend

    • @mustang268
      @mustang268 3 роки тому +1

      @@BBPalmer420 they actually were going to do one had it planned and everything but something happened with the money I believe and you're correct about walk the line every now seems to want a movie now

    • @d35s2
      @d35s2 3 роки тому +1

      @@BBPalmer420 IF the movie would be done right, perhaps yes, otherwise NO! I like the Walk The Line pic, well done, but dislike the ones done on Hank Williams, very bad!!! All of them, shamefull.

    • @toddbob55
      @toddbob55 3 роки тому +2

      You are spot on that would be amazing.

    • @teresariggs6523
      @teresariggs6523 3 роки тому +1

      Yes their does need a movie about Keith

  • @sckellum1
    @sckellum1 8 років тому +324

    I am still a loyal fan of Keith Whitley in 2016. He is a one of a kind.

    • @eddbrown7558
      @eddbrown7558 8 років тому +9

      he's my life time hero legends never die

    • @minecraftkid6330
      @minecraftkid6330 8 років тому +4

      Firefighter K. Wann my.e
      My

    • @dorisfilion4276
      @dorisfilion4276 8 років тому +5

      amen 😇😎

    • @deborahraike8348
      @deborahraike8348 7 років тому +4

      What a talent

    • @alanhagan5818
      @alanhagan5818 6 років тому +9

      If hadn't died at such a young age while hitting his prime, he'd be known as the GOAT. Has a way better overall voice and more soul than George Strait, and I'm a huge George fan, but he's no Keith. People who know all about Keith know this without a doubt. BTW I was born a few months after he passed. Shows how great he was! My favorite singer ever!

  • @nickanto
    @nickanto 10 років тому +75

    His music gives me the chills everytime I hear it. Perhaps the greatest voice of all time

  • @bettypate7056
    @bettypate7056 7 років тому +19

    I love Keith's voice. Rest in peace. You are missed!!

  • @alicefry9319
    @alicefry9319 Рік тому +6

    Still waiting for the day we will get back to REAL COUNTRY MUSIC AGAIN. LOVE YOU KEITH WHITLEY. REAL MUSIC.

  • @chuckcreech8671
    @chuckcreech8671 8 років тому +94

    That is what Country Music should sound like- What a Great voice- I can listen to this hours a week.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Chuck Creech same here

    • @jimreed2842
      @jimreed2842 5 років тому

      @@williammccloud5579 It should still sound like that.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Jim Reed true very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 34 years old when he passed away he was such a very talented person just lost him to soon every song he sang there was a purpose for every song he sang there will never be another Keith Whitley

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Jim Reed i have every cd of him and all his vinyl and t shirts as well number one the king of COUNTRY music singer of all times

  • @MAMsMom97
    @MAMsMom97  15 років тому +25

    I don't think that's so unusual, for an African American woman to love Keith Whitley. Any heart knows what it likes, no matter where it comes from or what body it's in. God bless you!

    • @93seronica
      @93seronica Рік тому +2

      I know this comment is old but I’m half black and I appreciate Keith Whitley because my dad is a white man who is one year older than Keith was. He grew up in the south and he always played country music.

    • @eye_IZ
      @eye_IZ Рік тому +4

      You love Keith Whitley because you love good talent 😊

  • @davidsisk9772
    @davidsisk9772 9 років тому +170

    nobody will ever fill his shoes

  • @terryhorton817
    @terryhorton817 3 роки тому +17

    Keith Whitley had a God- given voice. Nobody from his Era could hang with him. His range was incredible and his ability to play a variety of instruments as good as any studio musician was impeccable. He was just starting to reach his prime when tragedy took him from us. He had played music and sang all of his life and should be a Hall of Fame Member to say the least. His music lives on , and the memory of his Beautiful Voice will never be forgotten ! ❤ GOD gained another Choir Member !
    Prayers for all family and friends of this Wonderful Talented Legend ! 🙏

  • @megan9521
    @megan9521 9 років тому +64

    Simply the best country music singer ever.

  • @cdagi1952
    @cdagi1952 9 років тому +290

    There will never be anyone like Keith Whitley.

    • @teresaandjameswhitt6112
      @teresaandjameswhitt6112 8 років тому +14

      i agree

    • @peggyrayas5339
      @peggyrayas5339 7 років тому +6

      beautiful man n soul love you keith so much

    • @mikemilligan1596
      @mikemilligan1596 7 років тому +14

      if there ever was..... theyd never make it to the grand ole opry. this music.... now..... is only about money. music rowe has killed REAL country music. all this luke bryan jason Aldean. fla ga line and all that CRAP...... HAS KILLED REAL COUNTRY music. these clowns now... cant even polish his boots

    • @mikepabst2757
      @mikepabst2757 7 років тому +3

      Gary Stewart

    • @alanhagan5818
      @alanhagan5818 6 років тому +10

      If hadn't died at such a young age while hitting his prime, he'd be known as the GOAT. Has a way better overall voice and more soul than George Strait, and I'm a huge George fan, but he's no Keith. People who know all about Keith know this without a doubt. BTW I was born a few months after he passed. Shows how great he was!

  • @zakkjagneaux2600
    @zakkjagneaux2600 3 роки тому +15

    Geez … it gave people chills the day it came out , it gives you chills tonight . Absolutely haunting song and talent .

  • @brandonthomas303
    @brandonthomas303 5 років тому +16

    Damn!! So sad that a man of his magnitude is passed away. Still listening 2020!!

  • @maggiechan4489
    @maggiechan4489 10 років тому +130

    His voice was so smooth, no one like him!! Play his stuff all the time even now. I guess he's not really gone if we do that?

    • @Bluessongstress1963
      @Bluessongstress1963 10 років тому +12

      Never gone...his music keeps him alive. ;)

    • @audigger38
      @audigger38 10 років тому +1

      Bluessongstress1963

    • @ricksharp5749
      @ricksharp5749 5 років тому +1

      That's right

    • @TheChaosJohnson
      @TheChaosJohnson 4 роки тому

      Nobody 's ever lost if you know where they are. God put him to rest

    • @aberempel8928
      @aberempel8928 3 роки тому

      He is to country music what Whitney Houston was to pop.

  • @BenKey4
    @BenKey4 9 років тому +46

    I really believe Keith was the best. Just so unfortunate that he died so young and didn't get to make more music. Unbelievable voice. What a talent...

  • @patriciashirkey4158
    @patriciashirkey4158 4 роки тому +24

    Beautiful song, and Keith sang with love & feelings...R.I.P. Keith.

  • @reepeacock8698
    @reepeacock8698 3 роки тому +20

    He feels his music and delivers that soulful sound. Rip KW 😭

    • @LaLoraCharles
      @LaLoraCharles 9 місяців тому

      As a Native American Indian woman, I never get tied of listening to Mr Whitley cuz my son is living a life identical to Mr Whitley's. I pray everyday for the great Creator to change our lives for the better life without the liquor and the heartaches it causes. May Mr Whitley RIP. 9:52

  • @judywardhatley5939
    @judywardhatley5939 5 років тому +8

    Never be another singer with such talent.. He was and still the best country singer of all times

  • @hamptongal62
    @hamptongal62 9 років тому +43

    So sad that he left this world much too soon....such a rich, beautiful voice...

  • @janereynolds4648
    @janereynolds4648 5 років тому +8

    Already gone 30 yrs and no one can match him yet!!

  • @robertwison879
    @robertwison879 8 років тому +121

    there will never be
    another singer with a voice like this.
    I mean never!!!!!

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому +1

      Robert Wison true very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol poisoning at the age of 34 years old when he passed away from alcohol poisoning he was such a very talented person just lost him to soon

    • @frankiesteele4248
      @frankiesteele4248 5 років тому +3

      Darryl Singletary is a close #2. UA-cam him singing Old Violin....

    • @j.netterville4287
      @j.netterville4287 5 років тому +1

      TRUE

    • @officialdimez2317
      @officialdimez2317 4 роки тому

      I agree

    • @teresariggs6523
      @teresariggs6523 4 роки тому

      Amen

  • @RedRoo13
    @RedRoo13 9 років тому +171

    A tortured soul but the greatest country music singer of all time, IMHO. So hugely talented but so much personal tragedy. Sad. I never get tired of listening to KW. Never.

    • @gracefaubion8984
      @gracefaubion8984 7 років тому +2

      RedRoo13

    • @pdravk1862
      @pdravk1862 6 років тому +4

      I listen to Keith hours at a time. I wonder If he had lived where he would be now. Love him! ❤

    • @locotrucker46
      @locotrucker46 6 років тому +1

      I loved Keith Whitley

    • @runningfox9750
      @runningfox9750 5 років тому +1

      I feel exactly the same

    • @WorldFamousBuckeyes
      @WorldFamousBuckeyes 5 років тому +2

      I'm fighting the same thing he was.. He seemed like such a happy man. God bless him.

  • @MAMsMom97
    @MAMsMom97  16 років тому +21

    Not a day goes by that I don't wonder what he could have done for country music. Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for more!

  • @stephkeefer2486
    @stephkeefer2486 3 роки тому +6

    The man is the best in country music, by far!!! Wow what a voice! He’ll never be replaced! Sooo sad he’s gone! Gives me the chills when he songs best I’ve EVER heard!

  • @shelia1955
    @shelia1955 11 років тому +8

    Talent!! Shame we lost him so soon!! Every song he sang was Awesome!!

  • @gallipygirl
    @gallipygirl 11 років тому +15

    He left way to soon, I loved hearing him and Lorrie sing ....Keith even now your truly missed. 2014

  • @alishiawhittington9478
    @alishiawhittington9478 4 роки тому +27

    Absolutely love this song!!

  • @Onehappyworlds
    @Onehappyworlds 2 роки тому +1

    I first heard of Keith's passing while riding on the bus back home from school. The driver was looking for a station when all of a sudden a DJ came on the air & broke the news. I couldn't believe it. At the time being only 17, I had some cassettes & some vinyl albums by Keith. I was listening to a lot of country music at the time especially the new stuff. I also like classic country. Just heard Keith the other day while in the car & wished he was still around. A great talent & legend that we will never see again in this lifetime.

  • @sandyrife9084
    @sandyrife9084 9 років тому +68

    Gone way to soon. One of the best.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Sandy Rife that's true very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 34 years old when he passed away

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Sandy Rife and he is my favorite COUNTRY music singer

    • @timhumphrey1964
      @timhumphrey1964 4 роки тому

      Sandy....listen to Long Black Limousine by Keith...its so good...

    • @sandrarife6103
      @sandrarife6103 4 роки тому

      @@timhumphrey1964 Thank you, just listened, what a voice no other like it.

  • @kimworrell1013
    @kimworrell1013 9 років тому +23

    RIP the best country music singer EVER!!

  • @DenesiaBarbecho
    @DenesiaBarbecho 10 років тому +66

    One of my all time favorite songs.. ~RIP~ Keith. You may be gone but you'll never be forgotten..

    • @KarlFGrasl-mh4tr
      @KarlFGrasl-mh4tr 9 років тому +2

      An unforgettable Voice RIP

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому +1

      Denesia McCureay Barbecho true very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 34 years old when he passed away he was such a very talented person just lost him to soon

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Karl F. Grasl true very true

  • @lastrebellastreb
    @lastrebellastreb 10 років тому +88

    wish he was still here

    • @donnashockley821
      @donnashockley821 5 років тому +2

      His music still lives on

    • @pollybearden7298
      @pollybearden7298 5 років тому +1

      I wish he was still cuz he would be dominating coutry with that one of kind voice that made him a star and a legend that we will never forget!!!

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Dryerdonna Dryer true very true we lost Keith Whitley to soon to alcohol addiction at the age of 34 years old when he passed away he was such a very talented man just lost him to soon

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Polly Bearden true very true

    • @CoffeeGlss
      @CoffeeGlss 4 роки тому

      me too!

  • @dianainbama1986
    @dianainbama1986 10 років тому +35

    One of the great voices of COUNTRY MUSIC !! Rest In Peace Keith !! Happy Birthday !!

  • @rowlandkrause5930
    @rowlandkrause5930 8 днів тому +1

    A voice that will never be forgotten

  • @jacquiebarbani2057
    @jacquiebarbani2057 8 років тому +89

    Yes, it is just too horrible that alcohol took away such a great voice. But he's now in God's arms & nothing will every hurt him again. Jacquie Barbani

    • @rexommendation7117
      @rexommendation7117 4 роки тому +2

      Amen

    • @bettycupp488
      @bettycupp488 3 роки тому

      @@rexommendation7117 loved to see a movie about him please, once.

    • @bettycupp488
      @bettycupp488 3 роки тому

      A movie would be so good about him. I know several who would love that PLease

  • @alexandersantana4284
    @alexandersantana4284 Рік тому +2

    Every time I hear Keith Whitley sing Don't close your Eyes I get Goosebumps. I remember when he passed away a very sad day because he was truly everything as a musician and performer to me.

  • @MsKathyT
    @MsKathyT 11 років тому +9

    He is undoubable one of the best singers I have ever heard, he can make you cry at the drop of a hat,, he speaks to the soul !!

  • @gogirl1737
    @gogirl1737 5 років тому +26

    It's 2019.
    Still going strong with this song.

  • @catherinetodd
    @catherinetodd 15 років тому +12

    Wow... what a powerful and heartfelt song... no wonder Whitley "lives on" in the minds of so many. Thanks for posting! * * * * *

  • @cagoodson70
    @cagoodson70 2 роки тому +13

    Gives me goosebumps every time I hear him . 🙏

  • @sandylucy3987
    @sandylucy3987 9 років тому +38

    He had just started his way to greatness, the best male voice in true country music to date! He sang and played...not hooked up to a computer to make music! Such a loss!!!

  • @georgemoore8832
    @georgemoore8832 4 роки тому +4

    31 yrs ago today, Keith left us and this world lost a once in a lifetime talent. as a recovering addict ( I been relatively clean since 96) you never see the demon till it comes calling. RIP KEITH WHITLEY. we didn't know you were singing for your life.Damnit ,brother we miss you.

  • @annamarie7597
    @annamarie7597 7 років тому +29

    Love this song - what an awesome artist that left us way too soon.

  • @bobbyjrkerry
    @bobbyjrkerry 10 років тому +58

    I remember seeing Keith in Little Rock that Friday. Don't know if that was his last performance , but then heard the bad news that Monday. What a shock it was. What a great loss. Keith we miss you.

  • @patlloyd5717
    @patlloyd5717 10 років тому +11

    What a great performer. We miss him - he left us way too soon. Thoughts are with Lorrie.

  • @markwhite8640
    @markwhite8640 10 місяців тому +1

    It’s time now 35 years have passed he’s been gone longer now then the years he graced us on the stage this man’s life needs to be brought to the theatres in movie form they can do it for Johnny Cash and Elvis they can do it for Keith Whitley show this world how great country really was in all its truest form come on Nashville sometimes it’s worth looking back he was a great singer handsome man and a voice like no other it’s time now bring back Country music and alow Keith Whitley to show them how I’ve warn out many cds and thank god for used record and cd stores I’m back in the saddle again it’s time now get this man up there on the screen once again.

    • @kellyshomemadekitchen
      @kellyshomemadekitchen 9 місяців тому

      Yes!! His son Jesse Keith could play the role of his father very well. I wish they would make a movie!

  • @sandrawade5713
    @sandrawade5713 5 років тому +15

    My all time favorite country singer. No one can't compare!!!!!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @annmariedequarto9473
    @annmariedequarto9473 9 років тому +52

    ``~`~Brings tears to my eyes `~`~When he sings `~`~Just most feelings in he`s voice how he could sing those lyrics ``That`s ``So touching ``` So happy he`s son singing ``Love he`s voice `` Has He`s Dads + Moms Talent

    • @annmariedequarto9473
      @annmariedequarto9473 9 років тому +22

      Angels , Thank you for liking ``Keith Whitley ~` Music ~ He was Wonderful singer``. `~` ``Have Great Day ``

    • @ritapunzo9664
      @ritapunzo9664 7 років тому

      Ann Marie DeQuarto j

  • @billgleason8323
    @billgleason8323 7 років тому +8

    Evry time I hear Keith Whitley sing It is amazing, Still so many years later his death still makes me sad. RIP Keith.

  • @Yellowrose8
    @Yellowrose8 8 років тому +62

    Rest in Peace Keith...your music lives on.

  • @Thethorpean
    @Thethorpean 4 роки тому +16

    I know that the stereotype of my generation, which I guess is gen Z cuz I was born in 1999, is NOT to absolutely LOVE old COUNTRY music like this. I'm sorry but this is my FAVORITE singer and type of music of all time. Keith Whitley, as long as there's a breath in me, you may be gone, but HELL NO, you will NOT be FORGOTTEN.

    • @93seronica
      @93seronica Рік тому

      This was only 5 years before I was born

  • @barbaracox7935
    @barbaracox7935 4 роки тому +11

    I love Keith Whitley.... His one of a kind voice and talent...He is missed by so many.. RIP Keith know you are loved and missed💔

  • @robertdixon9785
    @robertdixon9785 11 років тому +5

    A beautiful song. Kieth was a great and true country artist

  • @terrimanuri7944
    @terrimanuri7944 3 роки тому +2

    This kinda Country has died out,I’ve been listening to Country since l was a little kid,My Grandma would take Me into the Den to Listen to the
    GRAND OL OPRY in the 50s♥️

    • @sandyjuntunen4088
      @sandyjuntunen4088 4 місяці тому

      Didn't die, just went underground. Won't ever die as long as we're listening!

  • @kixwire
    @kixwire 10 років тому +25

    true singer song writer, gone before his time!

  • @kellyshomemadekitchen
    @kellyshomemadekitchen 9 місяців тому +1

    I grew up just a few miles from Sandy Hook, Kentucky and miss Keith so very much. I’ll never forget the day he passed, I was 14 and in my room typing up a paper and listening to the radio when the announcement came over that he was gone. I burst into tears and ran downstairs to tell my mother who broke down too. We loved him so much 😓

  • @darrenclark5458
    @darrenclark5458 9 років тому +33

    always my favorite. always i still tear. no matter what.... Have all album's. CD. of such a great singer

  • @alicecoker9155
    @alicecoker9155 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Keith for all your great music and that voice.

  • @carolewilkins8225
    @carolewilkins8225 9 років тому +22

    Song of the year..another gt. Legend gone too soon..loved his music & voice .one of my favorites...gone but not forgotten...RIP Keith

  • @westhebest00
    @westhebest00 16 років тому +4

    I play and sing "I never go around mirrors" on the guitar all the time.. I often think about how Keith felt.. He loved this song so much because of what it meant to him.. It means so much to me and so many people because it is such a real portrayal of human emotions. I hope I meet him in Heaven, I'd like to shake his hand and tell him, "thank you".
    Thank you, Sharon for all your hard work and devotion,
    Wes

  • @MyDyerMaker
    @MyDyerMaker 8 років тому +24

    Amazing performance by a legend. God rest his soul. That was a good time in America for me as a kid. I miss it.

    • @daddybigboots2209
      @daddybigboots2209 8 років тому +3

      I hear you bro brings me back to my childhood too!!

  • @JoyceCloudf
    @JoyceCloudf 9 років тому +12

    omg how awesome... we love our KeithWhitley so much

  • @jrat92
    @jrat92 12 років тому +6

    His voice was simply perfect, there was nothing that needed improved, there was nothing you could add to it to make it better, it was just perfect.

  • @elisebarthalow6075
    @elisebarthalow6075 Рік тому +1

    What pure raw talent he had.Keith you've missed out on so much that your life had to offer.

  • @dianeholcomb1000
    @dianeholcomb1000 7 років тому +3

    How can't anyone not admire this awesome voice, he really gets to the heart! Awesome background music too! Hard to find in today's music! No keepsakes like this gem!!

  • @christinejohnson1884
    @christinejohnson1884 7 років тому +2

    SURE MISS HIS VOICE !!! NO ONE COMPARES TODAY !!!!👼👼👼👼👼❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

  • @debshaw6335
    @debshaw6335 3 роки тому +3

    This man left the planet wayyyyy to soon, what a tragedy. His music will live on!

  • @cpalacio5767
    @cpalacio5767 6 років тому +6

    Mr. Whitley we love you, we miss you!!

  • @DSMTruckingInc
    @DSMTruckingInc 11 років тому +17

    all his music is meaningful to reality

  • @hubettalear3608
    @hubettalear3608 10 років тому +47

    I am a huge Keith Whitley fan he was one of the all time greats and he would have been the greatest if he had have lived long enough!! the man had the heart and soul of country music!! he sure felt what he sung and he made you feel it!! miss him he sure passed way too soon!! but left some fine some of the best music!! I put him right in there with the company with Merle and George and thats some fine company and hard to get in with!! but he was sure right there with um!!! He made you feel that song Lordy day that is sad!! love ya Keith hope you made things right with the Lord and your singing in that Heavenly choir!! He sings in that I never go around mirrors that he had a memory to hide!! I just wonder what it was that Keith had that was so hurtful to him and caused him to drink like he did and caused the pain he sings about and you can see so plain in his eyes oh it just hurts to see!!!

    • @debbiekaes359
      @debbiekaes359 9 років тому

      Call K

    • @alanhagan5818
      @alanhagan5818 6 років тому +1

      Hubetta Lear If hadn't died at such a young age while hitting his prime, he'd be known as the GOAT. Has a way better overall voice and more soul than George Strait, and I'm a huge George fan, but he's no Keith. People who know all about Keith know this without a doubt. BTW I was born a few months after he passed. Shows how great he was! My favorite singer ever!

    • @evelyndavis615
      @evelyndavis615 6 років тому +1

      Got that right

  • @robertfoster7741
    @robertfoster7741 9 років тому +21

    It is sad that he is gone, and will be sadly missed by all

  • @KarenKayAuthor
    @KarenKayAuthor 9 років тому +14

    It was this song and Keith who brought me to country music. I didn't like country before Keith. I don't listen to country much anymore because it seems to me to have lost its soul -- am so glad to discover Keith online and have since bought almost all of his albums -- they don't leave my player. He is missed, even 26 years later. Wish we had more of his music and voice, but am glad that we at least have what we have. Someone went in and took some of his demos and erased everything on them but Keith's voice, and then hired band and singers to fill in -- they are wonderful, and I want to thank the person who made this possible, whoever you.

  • @Huguette17
    @Huguette17 8 років тому +30

    Wowwww what a wonderful singer. I'm so sad that he died so young. (Aged 34) 1954-1989 R.I.P. Keith.

    • @runningfox9750
      @runningfox9750 5 років тому

      33. He didn't quite reach his 34th b-day. Born July 1 1955. Died may 9 1989.

    • @williammccloud5579
      @williammccloud5579 5 років тому

      Huguette17 true very true

  • @jenroo2751
    @jenroo2751 7 років тому +2

    This is my very favorite song he ever sang. The first time I ever heard his voice I was at a stand still. My heart sunk and cried. His voice is a God given talent. I can't think of anyone with a voice like his. I watched a video of his life just bawled like a baby. He seemed so real and humble. That voice control is breath taking. Gone way too soon.

  • @jeffcrafton8546
    @jeffcrafton8546 10 років тому +11

    CHILLS.. WHAT A CLASS ACT...WISH I WAS HALF THE MAN!

  • @chriswilson9442
    @chriswilson9442 12 років тому +6

    One of my favorite video's of Keith Whitley. It really shows the heart and soul he put into his songs. Hard to believe the master has been gone for 23 years. R.I.P Keith your fans still love you and miss you.