They were more my fathers generation of music but I had to make an exception from my rock and roll when it comes to Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash. Willie has written many good books that I have read, also. Love ya, Willie.
@@karenmilligan5597 because guys like Willie and Johnny and Waylon May be country artists but they cross over all genres due to their immense talent and message.
He played this song first time live at 6th of September at Somerset, WI. The song wasn't officially published that time. Nobody was preaperd for that. I heard the crowd started crying in silence. Man, that was hard.
This is truer now more than ever, having just lost the legendary Kristofferson, we need to appreciate Willie for as long as we can and then some. He’s the last Highwayman now, but they’ll always be around.
Well, Johnny's voice definitely was inherited by Thomas Gabriel (his oldest grandson). Also Whey Jennings aint that far from Waylon either. Don't know if Kris and Willie have any musician grandkids.
@@kjn5991 Willie's sons are best of those kids i have to say. Lukas Nelson is the best. You have to try him, he's like different version of his father Willie. Also his brother Micah Nelson called Particle kid is incredible. 😁😁
I love you Willie. Thank You for giving us the beautiful, beautiful music. You're one of the last of "our" kind. It's been a wild ride, hasnt it? You won't be forgotten. 💙 💙 💙
Thank you Willie....my wonderful husband of 46 years and he was the oldest son in his family and his 2 younger brothers passed away years ago and he has 1 sister that's older then him....his older sister and I cried when we listened to this. Thank you for the many many wonderful memories and songs you have BLESSED us with over the years. ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏
Thanks for the music willie!….I’ve always enjoyed your special way of playing trigger with his nylon reins …spectacular…..long live the highwaymen!….Barry k Ontario 🇨🇦
I am 74 and have loved him since his television debut so many many ( many) years ago. Honored to have attended 4 of his concerts...his music comforts me. Time has slipped away. ,🤍🕊️
So glad I got to spend time with you, Willie. A couple of my friends and I spent time with you and your family (band members) many times and I'm always glad to see you on TV or on you tube. Have always loved you. You are amazing ❤❤❤❤❤
It's incredible that Willie still can play with his fingers like that. Sure, it's not what it used to be back in the day, but even younger guitarists suffer from arthritis or similar around 70 and he is 92?
"I'll be here through eternity. If you want to know how long, if they cut down this tree, I'll come back in a song. I'm the last leaf on the tree." Hallelujah! God bless Willie Nelson.
I have no words...his son just sitting there watching him😢...God bless you sir!!! "If they cut down this tree...I'll come back in a song!!! Wow!! Can't love that enough!!!
I was an only child, but My late husband was one of ten children, all married and all now at rest except for me. Like you, Willie, I’m the last leaf on this tree, and your music sings along with me. ❤❤❤❤ 1:14
A true definition of a legend and at 90 still dedicated to his craft. So privileged to have seen him live 4 times and my wife got his autograph which is cherished ❤
This is one of those songs that can only be sang powerfully by someone that is facing the end of their life. A 20 or 30 year old singing this just wouldn't be the same.
Such a fine, fine example of the best mankind has to offer. We are going to miss you so much Willie, it will be like when we lost Dad and then twenty years later, Mom.
Willie is so loved because he just keeps being himself. He may have stumbled from time to time, but he was always himself. Much love for him and his great songwriting. God Love Ya
Last leaf, uh huh, ok, Willie. I hear you. Still I feel you sparkling like a diamond. Better than diamond. A diamond with a great, big, amazing, heart.
Willie, DIE Legende schlechthin..... ein wunderschönes Lied , besonders durch Willie super intoniert..... unermüdlicher Willie Nelson... es ist ergreifend
Beautiful, and very appropriate version of a great Tom Waits song. I sang it in Greenwich Village at a club about ten years ago. One of my favorites- a real gut wrencher.
I try and listen every day he’s been my favorite for many years a little bit older, but not much I’m 86 this year. Losing his best friend last of the Mohicans he is he is very special.
I remember my gramma Shirley telling me about how she didn't wanna live long because she would be alone Shirley was the last leaf on the tree I'm dong my best without her, This song makes me want to call my family
Kris,Johnny,Waylon and Ole Merle,Just Willie left,brings tears to my eyes
He knew .. ❤😢
I’m with you 🥲
They were more my fathers generation of music but I had to make an exception from my rock and roll when it comes to Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash.
Willie has written many good books that I have read, also. Love ya, Willie.
Amen brother!
@@karenmilligan5597 because guys like Willie and Johnny and Waylon May be country artists but they cross over all genres due to their immense talent and message.
This hits harder now. RIP Kris Kristofferson.
He played this song first time live at 6th of September at Somerset, WI. The song wasn't officially published that time. Nobody was preaperd for that. I heard the crowd started crying in silence. Man, that was hard.
@@minnesotaihighwayman1171My birthday :(
Yes I bet it was what a journey for this man@@minnesotaihighwayman1171
@minnesotaihighwayman1171 not as hard as getting out of that parking lot... took me like 3 hours
This is truer now more than ever, having just lost the legendary Kristofferson, we need to appreciate Willie for as long as we can and then some. He’s the last Highwayman now, but they’ll always be around.
Well, Johnny's voice definitely was inherited by Thomas Gabriel (his oldest grandson).
Also Whey Jennings aint that far from Waylon either.
Don't know if Kris and Willie have any musician grandkids.
@@kjn5991 Willie's sons are best of those kids i have to say. Lukas Nelson is the best. You have to try him, he's like different version of his father Willie. Also his brother Micah Nelson called Particle kid is incredible. 😁😁
I love you Willie. Thank You for giving us the beautiful, beautiful music. You're one of the last of "our" kind. It's been a wild ride, hasnt it? You won't be forgotten. 💙 💙 💙
HOW BEAUTIFUL..❤😢
I am stynned by the beauty of this song, please keep singing❤❤❤❤❤
❤❤❤❤Willi ist eine Legende einmalig 😢😢😢😢
Don't count him down and gone yet ;) LONG LIVE the LEGEND WILLIE NELSON!!!!!
Willie has many good books, also, folks.
We won't have him much longer folks! Enjoy him every chance you get!💜
Willie Nelson and Keith Richard's will outlive us all !!
@@GreggAllman-kr7qbdepends how long we have got to😊
True.
Thank you Willie....my wonderful husband of 46 years and he was the oldest son in his family and his 2 younger brothers passed away years ago and he has 1 sister that's older then him....his older sister and I cried when we listened to this. Thank you for the many many wonderful memories and songs you have BLESSED us with over the years. ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏
You may well be the last leaf but you are still the best leaf and a man of deep integrity. I love you Willie. ❤
@@MissyStaples.68 AMEN to that.
Willie Nelson is an icon the last Highway Man and the last true Outlaw. ❤
It'll be a sad day in American music history when Willie passes. He will be eternal.
❤️from Poland!
Bloody legend, no more words than that.....
Nuff Said. 👍
Willie will always be one of the great legends of our time. Brought tears. This Texas gal has seen this great singer may times. Thanks Willie
Thanks for the music willie!….I’ve always enjoyed your special way of playing trigger with his nylon reins …spectacular…..long live the highwaymen!….Barry k Ontario 🇨🇦
American treasure is used often, but if it were to be used once I believe believe this is it
Bingo
I am 74 and have loved him since his television debut so many many ( many) years ago. Honored to have attended 4 of his concerts...his music comforts me. Time has slipped away. ,🤍🕊️
YOU ARE SIMPLY THE BEST, hugs from Southern Brasil ! here, an e mail / pen friend of deceased Charlie Craig, the hitmaker.
This song is heartbreaking.
I just don’t want to think about the inevitable.
Stay strong, Red Headed Stranger.
It’s a cover of a Tom Waits song
God Bless Texas and God Bless Willie Nelson!!
Your state has been ruined by oil..
The world has heard you Willie, you done good work.
So glad I got to spend time with you, Willie. A couple of my friends and I spent time with you and your family (band members) many times and I'm always glad to see you on TV or on you tube. Have always loved you. You are amazing ❤❤❤❤❤
God job, still glad that we still heard and see to perform willie nelson of his 91yrs of age
He is the last leaf on the tree, God love ya Willie, keep on keepin on brother !
I love seeing Willie enjoy his audiences still. And they more than enjoy him now. Its a special bond.
Thank you Willie and Band ❤❤❤❤
I am tired of being the last leaf it's so very lonely, only hope my family are waiting for me when I get there 🌿
I will be listening to Willie until the day I die 🇮🇪
God bless you Willie Nelson. ✝️ 🍁 💖
Thanks Willie. Loved all the times I saw you in concert and with the Highwaymen. You are one great human being.
I adore Willie❤❤. You are simply the very best.
Willie brings a whole new cycle of life to this Tom Waits classic. 👍
It's incredible that Willie still can play with his fingers like that.
Sure, it's not what it used to be back in the day, but even younger guitarists suffer from arthritis or similar around 70 and he is 92?
Willie Nelson April 29, 1933 Not April 29, 1932 Means He will be 92 on April 29, 2025
"I'll be here through eternity. If you want to know how long, if they cut down this tree, I'll come back in a song. I'm the last leaf on the tree." Hallelujah! God bless Willie Nelson.
I love you, Willie. Thank you for putting joy into my life
I've loved you for more than 50 years. Beautiful man!
90 years and still going strong 💪.
Your voice 😍 still sounds great 👍.
I grew up Listening to Willie Nelson
I’m sure That I’m like lots of folks when I say
You are family.
Love ya Willie.
Love you Willie! ❤ You May be the last , but you will always Be REMEMBERED !!
❤❤❤❤❤ Willie Nelson, story teller, dreamer, teller of truths. Love you man ❤❤❤❤❤
I have no words...his son just sitting there watching him😢...God bless you sir!!! "If they cut down this tree...I'll come back in a song!!! Wow!! Can't love that enough!!!
Both sons- Lukas and Micah. They truly love and look after their Dad💙💙💙 And Lukas sounds just like his Dad!
I think it’s a cover, but he pulls it off like an original.
You will always be with us through your music. LOVE YOU and THANK YOU Willie!
Thanks MAGICAL MAJESTIC MUSIC MAN KING WILLIE NELSON ✌️❤️🙏🌹💋
Omg. Beautiful and sad. Awesome song to be hearing for me right after Kris has passed. Willie is the last leaf on the tree 😢❤
Oh no..I hadn't heard about Kris😢😢😢
I reckon he can retire them boots unless he ask to be buried in them. Legends...
We've been blessed.
The true king of Country Music thanks for all the great music Willie keep it going Sir 💙
Very few songs make me Tear up now. This Did as you really are the Last one left.
So few talents retain their voices to their ends. He is one who has. Live long Willie.
I didn't expect to hear such a strong voice.
WILLIE, WHAT A LEGEND
Wow... this is amazing, Willie. God bless you.
I love you Willie Nelson ❤
God bless you Willie.....
Love you Willie you still the best given us such beautiful music and we your fans look that this last leave won't fall down ❤❤❤❤❤
Last of the Mohicans. Such a treasure. Willie outliving all of them.
I was an only child, but
My late husband was one of ten children, all married and all now at rest except for me. Like you, Willie, I’m the last leaf on this tree, and your music sings along with me. ❤❤❤❤ 1:14
Willie makes me
so HAPPY
I’m so GRATEFUL 🇨🇦😎
How beautiful but so sad.
Thank You Willie !💚
💚
Thanks Willie.
Jsem z malé země daleko za oceánem, ale i tady jsi pro mne neskutečná legenda, i tady tě máme rádi 👍🎸❤️
A true definition of a legend and at 90 still dedicated to his craft. So privileged to have seen him live 4 times and my wife got his autograph which is cherished ❤
Willie Nelson is still alive. Holy crap.
@@HarrisonFjord-n3v ?
He's wonderful@@HarrisonFjord-n3v
@@HarrisonFjord-n3v what is the point of your comment?... real unecessary
Maybe he's happy he is😊
You're the last Highwayman still on the road and we love you!
This man is American
God bless you Willie! 😎👍
...one day autumn will take the last wonderfull leaf... - so 😪sorry , but his promis : his music ! Thank you so much!
It's a beautiful tree...
Beautifully done willie, ……..long live the highwaymen
From Canada beautiful music
WOW BEEN LISTENING TO SINCE THE 70s AMAZING
You have brought me much joy. I love you, Willie
What a fitting song 🎵 ❤️🇨🇦
This is one of those songs that can only be sang powerfully by someone that is facing the end of their life. A 20 or 30 year old singing this just wouldn't be the same.
Man, we love this guy.
Such a fine, fine example of the best mankind has to offer. We are going to miss you so much Willie, it will be like when we lost Dad and then twenty years later, Mom.
I mean fifteen years from now, not today.
Willie was my mom's favorite. She would have really enjoyed this.
Willie is so loved because he just keeps being himself. He may have stumbled from time to time, but he was always himself. Much love for him and his great songwriting. God Love Ya
Beautiful pertinent song ❤ you Willie
Many said he’d probably be the first to leave us of this “group”, but he’s the last and still plugging away.
Mir kommen die Tränen.
I love you so much Willie 💗
Always thankful ❤
Beautiful song, Willie!!! Thank you for playing for and endorsing Kamala Harris!! Had to go buy Promiseland!! Now this one!! Much love and thanks!!
What a legend lovin' it from Australia 🦘
Starkes Lied, starker Auftritt. Respekt 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 und Danke für Deine Musik 🎵🙏🏾
I want to grow old like you Willie thanks for showing me how ! Keep on keepin on !!!❤
God bless you your family friends and country ❤️❤️❤️❤️
What a Brother. Thank you my friend for your dedication to the Cause.
Love you Willie last leaf.
Thank you Willie for all your songs and inspirations over a long time ❤😊🍀
We will all be here one day. The cycle of life.
Most of us never get this old wonderful😊
Love you Willie .what a legend you are and all your fellow compatriots..
All the love!
Last leaf, uh huh, ok, Willie. I hear you. Still I feel you sparkling like a diamond. Better than diamond. A diamond with a great, big, amazing, heart.
Willie, you are a treasure. You aren't the 'Last leaf on the Tree' without a reason. ❤😊 You remain to reveal the passing seasons.
Willie, DIE Legende schlechthin..... ein wunderschönes Lied , besonders durch Willie super intoniert..... unermüdlicher Willie Nelson... es ist ergreifend
Beautiful, and very appropriate version of a great Tom Waits song. I sang it in Greenwich Village at a club about ten years ago. One of my favorites- a real gut wrencher.
The blessing and the curse of being the survivor. 💚🙏🏻
He hold fine that song ..👍 like we say in French il s'est increvable ♥️💪
I try and listen every day he’s been my favorite for many years a little bit older, but not much I’m 86 this year. Losing his best friend last of the Mohicans he is he is very special.
I remember my gramma Shirley telling me about how she didn't wanna live long because she would be alone
Shirley was the last leaf on the tree
I'm dong my best without her, This song makes me want to call my family
GOD BLESS WILLIE AND “TRIGGER” his beloved guitar🎸