Ya, I’m not sure I would have ever wanted to hear anyone sing that but Glen Campbell because it’s always been very partial to my heart. I lived in Wichita when I was a kid and was missing someone very much who just couldn’t be around. And Glen Campbell was so special. You know that even after he could no longer speak that he could still sing??? He was still on the line. BUT I HIGHLY APPROVE MICHAEL! LOL. Excellent job; I don’t want to hear anyone else try it though now; I’m good. *Quick note on the song “Brandy”; I’ve had to really think this song out for over four decades, because my grandfather wanted me to be named Brandy and then he died right before I was born. He told my parents, “If it’s a girl, you have to name her Brandy. It’s the most beautiful name in the world.” SO, my name is Brandy. I finally got it and understood what my grandfather meant. Forget the obvious stuff. It might not be as misogynistic as it sounds. Yes, the world is full of that but the song isn’t actually about anything but HER. Not her tragedy or even her choices. It’s about her passion, and her character, integrity, and her distinctly unique BEAUTY that was obvious to everyone around her. She was the one you want to be around. (I mean, come on. Haven’t you ever met a beautiful, intelligent bartender and thought, ‘What the he11 are you doing here??’?) Her eyes could steal a sailor from the sea. She could have had just about anything she wanted, but she is honest, and RESPECTS honesty. She didn’t want anything but him, but accepted that she never would. He was honest with her. The heart wants what it wants. At least he didn’t lie to her. Right? Thank you. I just had to say that because I dig and respect Michael Stipe so much, I just wanted to point out a different perspective.
i learn something new every day...would NEVER have guessed REM would cover THESE tunes. ~but remember~ Campbell recorded Jimmy Webb tunes and only sold 50 million records...i liked these tunes AS A KID...and still do, of course.
William Nelson I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old . I always loved that song but it was sad . Later I learned it was about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation they didn't want to be in . " As I watch the cannons flashing . I just clean my gun, then I dream of Galveston ."
Eventually Stipe stopped being such an uber-annoying 'alt-rocker' type who looked down his nose on a lot of brilliant music from before R.E.M. cuz it was too commercial and not odd or underground enough like stuff the band considered 'cool' (Wire, Big Star, Patti Smith Group).
If it's possible to be in love with a voice, Michael Stipe's voice is it for me. So smooth, expressive, and sexy. He does a nice job on these songs. I could listen forever.
@@subwaygoddess1 Hi kindred spirit! One of my very favorite songs where I just can't get enough of his voice is "Photograph" with Natalie Merchant. It definitely goes on loop play. But he does sing ANYTHING well, doesn't he? :)
Glenn Campbell played on a lot of hit songs in the 60's . He was a Beach Boy for a little while . I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old . I always loved that song but it was a sad song . I didn't know that it was about someone who was fighting in Viet Nam . About someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . " As I watch the cannons flashing , I just clean my gun , then I dream of Galveston ."
when Michael sang this to patti smith ah I cried it moved me so much the he looked her in her eyes and it was a small gig and they danced its on youtube
tracey jackson Glen Campbell played on a lot of hit songs in the 60's. He was a Beach Boy for a while . I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old ( in '69). I always loved that song but it's sad . Later I learned that it was about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . " as I watch the cannons flashing , I just clean my gun and then dream of Galveston . " " Galveston , oh Galveston . I am so afraid of dying ."
tracey jackson I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old (in '69). I always loved that song but it's sad . Later I learned that it's about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . "as I watch the cannons flashing I just clean my gun and then dream of Galveston.
Wow! I always loved REM and wanted to be both Michael and Mike because both voices painted a canvas that I could feel. But these clips show just really how good technically Stipe is, it's just amazing! His instrument still profoundly affects me.
believe it or not. Jimmy Barnes does the best Witchita Lineman.. ever.. also Johnny Cash. especially as it is accompanied by an amazing photo montage of the linemen on the job. back in the day. I have not heard the Adrian Paris cover. but I will check it out.
I wish R.E.M. would make a return to the music world. I miss their music so much. ❤
Accrding to Michael, they are NOT. Though, strange things do happen.
Oh, man. I love this. REM were my faves for years.
Ya, I’m not sure I would have ever wanted to hear anyone sing that but Glen Campbell because it’s always been very partial to my heart. I lived in Wichita when I was a kid and was missing someone very much who just couldn’t be around. And Glen Campbell was so special. You know that even after he could no longer speak that he could still sing??? He was still on the line. BUT I HIGHLY APPROVE MICHAEL! LOL. Excellent job; I don’t want to hear anyone else try it though now; I’m good.
*Quick note on the song “Brandy”; I’ve had to really think this song out for over four decades, because my grandfather wanted me to be named Brandy and then he died right before I was born. He told my parents, “If it’s a girl, you have to name her Brandy. It’s the most beautiful name in the world.”
SO, my name is Brandy. I finally got it and understood what my grandfather meant.
Forget the obvious stuff. It might not be as misogynistic as it sounds. Yes, the world is full of that but the song isn’t actually about anything but HER. Not her tragedy or even her choices.
It’s about her passion, and her character, integrity, and her distinctly unique BEAUTY that was obvious to everyone around her. She was the one you want to be around. (I mean, come on. Haven’t you ever met a beautiful, intelligent bartender and thought, ‘What the he11 are you doing here??’?)
Her eyes could steal a sailor from the sea.
She could have had just about anything she wanted, but she is honest, and RESPECTS honesty. She didn’t want anything but him, but accepted that she never would.
He was honest with her. The heart wants what it wants. At least he didn’t lie to her. Right?
Thank you. I just had to say that because I dig and respect Michael Stipe so much, I just wanted to point out a different perspective.
Jimmy Webb..... absolute unsung genius behind so many songs.
Unsung?…no he isn't he is very well quoted about his song writing skills over the years.
I MISS these guys.......
i absolutely love.. michael stipe’s rendition, of “lineman”
i learn something new every day...would NEVER have guessed REM would cover THESE tunes. ~but remember~ Campbell recorded Jimmy Webb tunes and only sold 50 million records...i liked these tunes AS A KID...and still do, of course.
William Nelson I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old . I always loved that song but it was sad . Later I learned it was about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation they didn't want to be in . " As I watch the cannons flashing . I just clean my gun, then I dream of Galveston ."
George Red Hawk one more time.
REM covers Roger Miller, The Velvet Underground, that garage band that originally did "Superman." And they do a boatload of country-ish tunes.
Eventually Stipe stopped being such an uber-annoying 'alt-rocker' type who looked down his nose on a lot of brilliant music from before R.E.M. cuz it was too commercial and not odd or underground enough like stuff the band considered 'cool' (Wire, Big Star, Patti Smith Group).
I sang REM every night to my baby 26 years ago.Cant ever mistake this voice. Great video thank you.
If it's possible to be in love with a voice, Michael Stipe's voice is it for me. So smooth, expressive, and sexy. He does a nice job on these songs. I could listen forever.
@Patricia Guthrie, I am in love with Michael’s voice. I could listen to him all day. His voice is pure sweet honey
@@subwaygoddess1 Hi kindred spirit! One of my very favorite songs where I just can't get enough of his voice is "Photograph" with Natalie Merchant. It definitely goes on loop play. But he does sing ANYTHING well, doesn't he? :)
Patricia Guth it is such a beautiful duet, Photograph. Recently, I’ve had Talk About the Passion in my head and I have that sweet voice on my mind
@@subwaygoddess1 Oh yes -- I'd forgotten about that one. Thanks for the reminder. Another loop play song!
Patricia Guth my favorite is Stumble.
Michael has such a great voice and they are a band that just understands how to play music
Glenn Campbell played on a lot of hit songs in the 60's . He was a Beach Boy for a little while . I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old . I always loved that song but it was a sad song . I didn't know that it was about someone who was fighting in Viet Nam . About someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . " As I watch the cannons flashing , I just clean my gun , then I dream of Galveston ."
Jimmy Webb is one of the top songwriters of the 20th century. You're right to honor with these echos.
Michael Stipe singing Wichita Lineman is the prettiest thing I've ever heard.
when Michael sang this to patti smith ah I cried it moved me so much the he looked her in her eyes and it was a small gig and they danced its on youtube
tracey jackson Glen Campbell played on a lot of hit songs in the 60's. He was a Beach Boy for a while . I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old ( in '69). I always loved that song but it's sad . Later I learned that it was about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . " as I watch the cannons flashing , I just clean my gun and then dream of Galveston . " " Galveston , oh Galveston . I am so afraid of dying ."
tracey jackson I remember the song Galveston when I was 9 years old (in '69). I always loved that song but it's sad . Later I learned that it's about someone fighting in Viet Nam . Someone who was in a situation that they didn't want to be in . "as I watch the cannons flashing I just clean my gun and then dream of Galveston.
WL is a great song for Stipe, who has one of the best octave-jumps of anyone in rock
Great film...i get a much greater feeling from watching tour rehearsals than from any "official " promo.
this is a wonderful song
tracey jackson Great version of a classic song.
I appreciate REM showing there love for Jimmy Webb,in my opinion he was the greatest songwriter that ever lived
a great song-thank you
Wish I saw them live
Michael stipe doesn’t get better! The best voice in a rock band… can sing anything such feel, oh my god!
Wow! I always loved REM and wanted to be both Michael and Mike because both voices painted a canvas that I could feel. But these clips show just really how good technically Stipe is, it's just amazing! His instrument still profoundly affects me.
It's not fair for them to make such an unprofessional version of this beatiful peace of music
Yo....I'm from Galveston! This is an awesome version.
@ Mark Hughes it's from REM documentary Rough Cut
Michael was the perfect rockstar!
I download full version from UA-cam, then just use Windows Movie Maker, that's all. :)
there's a released live in Houston '96 version of Wichita ... if you want to hear a complete reading of the song. I do love Galveston here though!
Beautiful! They should get back together as everyone would want to see them!
Awesome
wow never saw this prior
Dylan has stated Wichita Lineman best song ever written.
If i closed my eyes and not known i would have guessed correctly. Thats my litmus test for super star. 🇮🇪☘🇮🇪
Jimmy Webb wrote some great songs
🚬🤠 how cool
Too many bands go on for too long. R.E.M. went out at the top. Great move.
Its these little things...pull u under...
On credits of my version sounds Fall On Me 😮
I have a whole new respect for rem now
It's not Glen and Jimmy, but its damn good.
Where is Michael Stipe and REM . One of the greatest band.
Love him, but Wichita Lineman is Campbell’s alone
Say what you want, but none of you in your right mind would leave your kids alone with Michael…
What sort of creep makes a comment like this? Hope you don’t have kids. Ffs
You got something to hide??
LOL I had a very similar thought and Im thinking some do handle ego better than others 😵💫
Just because he's gay doesn't mean he'd rape your kids
@@liborsionko yeah, my kids from this sexual deviant….
What's the name of the song he sang in the car in the beginning?
Brandy by Looking Glass. The song was featured in Guardians of the Galaxy 2.
@@djpezar3091 thank you ❤️
F blurring our people's faces director dude it's an F'ing DOCUMENTARY 🙄🙄🙄
consultant on anything really important
I'm Rick james bitch!!!
So flat...is that a style?
Flat, always flat.
Liberals sing conservative songs. Not possible anymore?
Indeed )
Is this a conservative song, not sure how it's liberal or conservative
Music crosses many lines
Crawl back under your rock
Most likely a lineman is a union job and unions usually support Demoncrats.
he cant sing this,not many people could,Adrian Paris is one of them,
believe it or not. Jimmy Barnes does the best Witchita Lineman.. ever.. also Johnny Cash. especially as it is accompanied by an amazing photo montage of the linemen on the job. back in the day. I have not heard the Adrian Paris cover. but I will check it out.
My mom told me if you don’t have something nice say don’t say anything at all. Sorry mom. Yikes.
Its these little things...pull u under...