Reminds me of my dad, one of his favourite artists. He took me to see him in Glasgow, I tagged along reluctantly and was blown away. I used to take him to see the bands I liked, and he would take me to the older stuff he liked.
So deep JC. Your song touches the heart of millions who listened. My soul weeps with memories of lost souls and battles won. Is it not great to be living in 2024 by God's grace.
This is as good as it gets ... this is music artistry .. hits me right to the core. My mother and father were British and we lived in Florida when they came to the U.S. but they had a place down in Jamaica and that is where we all grew to love the early reggae ... and of course Jimmy Cliff. I love the purity of this unplugged version.
Even he changes some lyrics and sing it with some added ones, this song is a pleasure for ears, a cure for the mind, a medicine for the heart and a masterpiece for whom who wants to understand. Im 27,heard this the 1st time by the UB40, then 1 day I said to myself that somewhere or somehow, this can't be UB40's song. Search for the original, and found it at the age of 12.I was like'' no way''. His voice was like someone that you never see, never existed, trying to call you into reality. I remember listening to it and trying to figure out what was the meaning of this song, till I started to smoke some weeds. This was playing inside my mind. Many rivers to cross, but I can't seem to find my way over. Being young and already got too many rivers to cross in life. Some i tried to cross and succeeds, but some still crossing. Bless to you all out there trying to cross these rivers. Together we'll succeed. BLESS
I was lucky enough to see Jimmy do this and many other tunes a few years ago at the Byron Bay Bluesfest here in Australia. Such soul. Such pipes! One of the musical highlights of my life.
Always loved this guy. Such a talented man. More talented than most, he plays a right handed guitar, left handed. I never knew! I though only Gurrumul did that!
Do you know Dave Wakeling of The Beat? He plays a right-handed guitar (normally-strung) left-handed. Lol...he basically learned guitar up-side-down as he thought that was how you were supposed to play one.
Oh gosh thank you! I’ve held myself together for my daughters & myself the last few weeks after losing my dad and sorting things but this song as just brought me to tears, sadness but happy memories too, it gave me a release that I really needed❤️
Just a breathtakingly amazing performance. He is 64 in this ..by my calculations. I notice he now sings much of the lyric in past tense, almost as if the strategy GOT him through life. A legend and inspiration to me.
Wow! 11 deaf idiots voted this thumbs down? Over 40 years after its release, and his voice is as pure as ever. This stripped down version is so clean and beautiful.
slug stucker I didn’t vote thumbs down for the video...but I did to your stupid comment. Enjoy the flipping live performance and quit worrying about where others put their thumbs up at...
One song that truly defines the world ive lived n emotions i felt.. This song is fo r all my friends ive lost in my 43 years sum close sum not but all i knew and all i lloved n all ive made memories with.. Jimmy Cliff your da deepest cat i no!
Mr Cliff's voice transcends all boundaries and borders...LIsa this is for you..can dreams come true..or will this loneliness never leave me alone? Jah Rastafari!
Motivating … inspirational ….only jimmy cliff can sing this song as it should be sung ….imitated but never truly copied … Nam Jamaica
Reminds me of my dad, one of his favourite artists. He took me to see him in Glasgow, I tagged along reluctantly and was blown away. I used to take him to see the bands I liked, and he would take me to the older stuff he liked.
one of the most powerful songs ever written.
I agree. Beautiful !!!
King of Fools you are a Wise Man
An absolutely incredible voice, unmatched
No doubt.
Playing a right handed guitar upside down just shows you he’s the goat
wtf..you´re right!
So deep JC. Your song touches the heart of millions who listened. My soul weeps with memories of lost souls and battles won. Is it not great to be living in 2024 by God's grace.
2023 and it still hits the right chords in me. Pure and reflective. Jimmy had time on this one.
This is as good as it gets ... this is music artistry .. hits me right to the core. My mother and father were British and we lived in Florida when they came to the U.S. but they had a place down in Jamaica and that is where we all grew to love the early reggae ... and of course Jimmy Cliff. I love the purity of this unplugged version.
Such a nice story, love it and yes the impact on your heartstrings is really strong with this song
Our little island produce some very good artist and songwriters that's all more power to our island we little but we talawa Jamaica Jamaica
Listening to that song performed by Jimmy Cliff I feel brought back to 1970 - and am 22 years old again!
So many memories!
;-)
Who the hell would vote this down?!
I have chills right now. And, I think that there's something in my eye.
I never understood people that down vote any music; don't like it move on.
I was thinking exactly the same thing, they must have shit in their ears aswell as shit for brains
I agree. This song always gives me chills.
People born after 2000 and have no idea what real music is.
if a more heartfelt and talented performance exists , i have yet to hear it, class
Even he changes some lyrics and sing it with some added ones, this song is a pleasure for ears, a cure for the mind, a medicine for the heart and a masterpiece for whom who wants to understand. Im 27,heard this the 1st time by the UB40, then 1 day I said to myself that somewhere or somehow, this can't be UB40's song. Search for the original, and found it at the age of 12.I was like'' no way''. His voice was like someone that you never see, never existed, trying to call you into reality. I remember listening to it and trying to figure out what was the meaning of this song, till I started to smoke some weeds. This was playing inside my mind. Many rivers to cross, but I can't seem to find my way over. Being young and already got too many rivers to cross in life. Some i tried to cross and succeeds, but some still crossing. Bless to you all out there trying to cross these rivers. Together we'll succeed. BLESS
I was lucky enough to see Jimmy do this and many other tunes a few years ago at the Byron Bay Bluesfest here in Australia. Such soul. Such pipes! One of the musical highlights of my life.
Always loved this guy. Such a talented man. More talented than most, he plays a right handed guitar, left handed. I never knew! I though only Gurrumul did that!
Do you know Dave Wakeling of The Beat? He plays a right-handed guitar (normally-strung) left-handed. Lol...he basically learned guitar up-side-down as he thought that was how you were supposed to play one.
it is a privilege to listen to this...
What a treasure, feel lucky to have found this
The king of Jamaican music and that is a glorious accolade given the geniuses from that jewel.
If it’s possible, this song has grown in strength as Jimmy has aged.
Hang on..... something in my eye
So grateful for such a special song and performance, touches my soul.
Would bring a tear to a glass eye. Go on yerself jimmy
omg that voice is to die for
It's only my will that kept me alive 🥺
This is a song that urges us to go on. You'll know it when you hear it. Thank you for posting this.
I have come to truly admire Mr. Jimmy Cliff. He just improves with time, tries new ideas. keeps performing.. THANX for the decades of excellence
Oh Jimmy Cliff you are one of the last of the legends! I really you live very long on earth!
Fantastic. This song is timeless and transcends the soul. One of the most beautiful songs of all time.
I come here to escape the other UA-cam comment sections. And of course to listen to this masterpiece. ❤️
My belief in our species is restored.
Oh gosh thank you! I’ve held myself together for my daughters & myself the last few weeks after losing my dad and sorting things but this song as just brought me to tears, sadness but happy memories too, it gave me a release that I really needed❤️
God lives you can hear it in his voice !
This kind of thing can bring you to tears.
Oh yes
This song. His voice. Truly beautiful. Renders me to tears every time I hear it.
Thats exactly how I felt from I heard it when I was kid and still to this day!
maybe the greatest song of all time
Who the hell could dislike this? What a pleasure to listen to.
His voice is still so strong.
Pure talent. One Love
he is still an awesome singer.. always will love this song
My radio.
One of my favorite songs performed by one of my favorite artists
Just a breathtakingly amazing performance.
He is 64 in this ..by my calculations.
I notice he now sings much of the lyric in past tense, almost as if the strategy GOT him through life.
A legend and inspiration to me.
Quite possibly the greatest story ever told
This man sings my life!
I love his voice its the same I love it. Jimmy Cliff your amazing
That's why he is a Legend 😎
"And I only survived because of my pride."
Got another job. ❤❤❤❤ Still here.
Beatiful Song!!
All one can say is.....BEAUTIFUL !
Unbelievable performer!!!
Wow! The vocal emotion in this song really hits you in the chest. Brilliant live performance.
1off the best song Ever!!by the King!!
just discovered this version ... wow I'm not crying.. you are wow
Beautiful song ! Love his songs!!
This is gorgeous. Genius. Gave me shivers. Thank you so much.
This is right up there with the best. So sincere. Thank you for such a gem
Sing...❤❤❤❤
Legendary performance!
this is soul touching
absolutely love this song so amazing
It's too good!
Legend!
Needed to hear this!
The man pours out his Heart and Soul and gives it All he has if you don't feel this then your a Zombie
Jimmy puts everything into everything he does, the backing guitar was sweet.
Wow! 11 deaf idiots voted this thumbs down? Over 40 years after its release, and his voice is as pure as ever. This stripped down version is so clean and beautiful.
slug stucker I didn’t vote thumbs down for the video...but I did to your stupid comment. Enjoy the flipping live performance and quit worrying about where others put their thumbs up at...
Oh Jimmy. Your voice, so soothing
Wow, this is so relaxing
2 guys and 2 guitars .... throw in Jimmy ... wow ... wish I had all of these recordings
Super artiste célèbre pleins des talents voix unique des doigts magique wouahou merci boookou Jimmy cliff 🥁🎧😘🎸🎸🎤🎧💓
This is perfection. Is does NOT get better than this.
One song that truly defines the world ive lived n emotions i felt.. This song is fo r all my friends ive lost in my 43 years sum close sum not but all i knew and all i lloved n all ive made memories with.. Jimmy Cliff your da deepest cat i no!
I 💕Mr. Jimmy Cliff
Love love his voice!
Stunning performance !
Mr Cliff's voice transcends all boundaries and borders...LIsa this is for you..can dreams come true..or will this loneliness never leave me alone?
Jah Rastafari!
Sublime ..............................................................
Thanks so much for posting this gem. 2 acoustics and I wasn't expecting much. Pleasantly surprised.
Pure quality❤
Awesome! Tell people about it, please.
perfection
beautiful playing left handed on a right handed tuned guitar kudos
OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!
Good Lord. I have no words.
Absolutely beautiful!
Just beautiful!
Check out jimmy perform this on jools holland . Fab
:) legand jimmy cliff music chillls happy vibe :) :)
i can't understand how someone could dislike this
Beautiful song which leave a beautiful message!
WHO IS THAT GUITAR PLAYER !!!? so so so so amazing...the heartfelt arrangement almost sounds like Ry Cooder's playing on "Mexican Divorce"
This is the best!
The straight dope. Raw n pure, kindling 4 my soul
Very powerful soulful voice that I love
I'm lost for words. I can't put it any better than LSD25.
WoW...
Jimmy C is Da Bomb!!!
J adore 😊😊
Fantastic
so sweet.
Awesome!
Beautiful!!!
Who the fuck can not just love this