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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
Tema da novela Um Refúgio para o Amor 2022 (2022-23) tema do Conde Richardson (Kevin Richardson) que linda essa versão acústica do clássico que marcou a carreira do Jimmy Cliff combinou direitinho com o personagem essa versão acústica de 2012.
Motivating … inspirational ….only jimmy cliff can sing this song as it should be sung ….imitated but never truly copied … Nam Jamaica
Playing a right handed guitar upside down just shows you he’s the goat
wtf..you´re right!
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.
So grateful for such a special song and performance, touches my soul.
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
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
it is a privilege to listen to this...
Listening to that song performed by Jimmy Cliff I feel brought back to 1970 - and am 22 years old again!
So many memories!
;-)
2023 and it still hits the right chords in me. Pure and reflective. Jimmy had time on this one.
if a more heartfelt and talented performance exists , i have yet to hear it, class
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.
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.
What a treasure, feel lucky to have found this
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
If it’s possible, this song has grown in strength as Jimmy has aged.
Hang on..... something in my eye
Got another job. ❤❤❤❤ Still here.
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.
omg that voice is to die for
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❤️
This kind of thing can bring you to tears.
Oh yes
My belief in our species is restored.
This is a song that urges us to go on. You'll know it when you hear it. Thank you for posting this.
Would bring a tear to a glass eye. Go on yerself jimmy
I come here to escape the other UA-cam comment sections. And of course to listen to this masterpiece. ❤️
The king of Jamaican music and that is a glorious accolade given the geniuses from that jewel.
It's only my will that kept me alive 🥺
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.
maybe the greatest song of all time
Pure talent. One Love
Who the hell could dislike this? What a pleasure to listen to.
His voice is still so strong.
This man sings my life!
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.
Beautiful song ! Love his songs!!
All one can say is.....BEAUTIFUL !
1off the best song Ever!!by the King!!
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!
he is still an awesome singer.. always will love this song
God lives you can hear it in his voice !
Quite possibly the greatest story ever told
"And I only survived because of my pride."
That's why he is a Legend 😎
One of my favorite songs performed by one of my favorite artists
Beatiful Song!!
just discovered this version ... wow I'm not crying.. you are wow
My radio.
I love his voice its the same I love it. Jimmy Cliff your amazing
Wow! The vocal emotion in this song really hits you in the chest. Brilliant live performance.
This is gorgeous. Genius. Gave me shivers. Thank you so much.
Unbelievable performer!!!
Legendary performance!
It's too good!
Legend!
absolutely love this song so amazing
This is right up there with the best. So sincere. Thank you for such a gem
this is soul touching
Needed to hear this!
WHO IS THAT GUITAR PLAYER !!!? so so so so amazing...the heartfelt arrangement almost sounds like Ry Cooder's playing on "Mexican Divorce"
The man pours out his Heart and Soul and gives it All he has if you don't feel this then your a Zombie
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!
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...
beautiful playing left handed on a right handed tuned guitar kudos
Good Lord. I have no words.
I 💕Mr. Jimmy Cliff
Sing...❤❤❤❤
Wow, this is so relaxing
2 guys and 2 guitars .... throw in Jimmy ... wow ... wish I had all of these recordings
Check out jimmy perform this on jools holland . Fab
OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!
Oh Jimmy. Your voice, so soothing
Jimmy puts everything into everything he does, the backing guitar was sweet.
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!
perfection
Super artiste célèbre pleins des talents voix unique des doigts magique wouahou merci boookou Jimmy cliff 🥁🎧😘🎸🎸🎤🎧💓
Sublime ..............................................................
Stunning performance !
Awesome! Tell people about it, please.
This is perfection. Is does NOT get better than this.
Love love his voice!
This is the best!
:) legand jimmy cliff music chillls happy vibe :) :)
Thanks so much for posting this gem. 2 acoustics and I wasn't expecting much. Pleasantly surprised.
Just beautiful!
I'm lost for words. I can't put it any better than LSD25.
WoW...
Absolutely beautiful!
i can't understand how someone could dislike this
There have been some good covers of this song...However, no one can sing it like Jimmy
The straight dope. Raw n pure, kindling 4 my soul
Beautiful song which leave a beautiful message!
Ths song was played at my Koro funeral 😢
Who the fuck can not just love this
Very powerful soulful voice that I love
Strait chills yo.
Fantastic
so sweet.
Jimmy C is Da Bomb!!!
If there is a better song than "Many Rivers To Cross".......
People get ready is damn good too
Beautiful!!!
Tema da novela Um Refúgio para o Amor 2022 (2022-23) tema do Conde Richardson (Kevin Richardson) que linda essa versão acústica do clássico que marcou a carreira do Jimmy Cliff combinou direitinho com o personagem essa versão acústica de 2012.