I've been an educator for 30 years and couldn't agree more with Cat's message to the children of planet earth. Something happens on the way to being "educated", something gets lost, misplaced, or simply forgotten... the innocence and wonder of being alive and conscious of the beauty of life becomes mollified by the ego somehow, we become a product of what we own and what we do for a living. My greatest aspiration is that our education systems some day mature to the point where the simple lessons nature, animals and children have to teach become the foundation for learning and not something we view as amusing distractions on our way to adulthood.
I agree. I lost my oldest son (also 19) on July 6, 09; and this song and "father and son" speak volumes to me. This one reminds me of a time when he was young and healthy. He was so beautiful, and made me so happy just running around (he only had one speed; WFO ). I always cry a little and smile a lot when I hear this.
I'm so sorry to hear that. Your daughter and all the man's family and friends have my best wishes and my deepest blessing. May he travel peacefully whatever journey awaits us after this world. May he not be mourned, for now he will feel no sorrow and no pain. May he live on in stars, in wind, in clouds of dust, in music and in memory, continuing to enrich and enable his fellow people. May we all cherish the people and experiences of our lives, for they are our most precious gifts.
I love all of Cat Stevens music. He was my first concert in Houston about hmmmm... Good God about 36-37 years ago!? This one is timeless. Just Love the words, the message. If only our young would listen and get it.
Lolly Ward im 25 years old and my mum loves cat i rember listening to it when i was little and i still think hes brilliant and a talented man . Trouble is my favourite
i wish people would not argue over religion but love the song for what it is and the message it carries also how beautifully he has done it is no matter what your views and beliefs are
So many memories. Has always had an awesome effect on me from the very first time I heard it. I was about 14 then. Should have listened more carefully to the words. Today it has an even bigger effect on me. I thank you so much for this Cat Stevens. ❤
why don't we have such wonderful, truly spiritually seasoned, and gifted people as Yusuf to be our ambassadors to the (middle east) so we, and they can find a space for understanding--we all want the same thing!
Yusuf/Cat has made his noble message in his life by all his music and songs he wrote ..and how always was dreaming of peace for all the world ..and it will last forever..Love You Uncle Yusuf. Mostafa-Iraq
I always loved his words of wisdom. Certain people you never forget in your life & his music always touched me. I was glad to see this post. Thank you.
Thanks you much for this post. Joey Martell. Yusuf's Music and message both are monumental. Check out Mid day.from his new Album : An Other Cup. It is a cure for the disturbed youth of present day. Listen and watch the DVD for Mid Day. Great Music , message and picture , it is just awe inspiring. It all shows this man has the thirst to bring happiness to human beings . And indeed his audience acts like he threw a shower of happy pills over them.
Wavelength ( Van Morrison) You are ev'ry where you're 'sposed to be And I can get your station When I need rejuvenation I feel this with Yusuf 's music : )
Essa música me leva à Reflexão. Mesmo quando amadurecem, n'um certo sentido, há um "quê " de jovialidade nas pessoas, que permanece. Existem algumas, que ainda parecem estar " muito mais jovens", apesar de sua idade cronológica avançada. E há quem, apesar de muito jovem, amadureça rapidamente. De fato a vida, com o passar dos anos, nos deixa experientes. No entanto, ser ou não ser jovem me parece uma questão de Formação, Educação, e história do indivíduo. Conheci crianças que me surpreenderam quanto à compreensão de aspectos relacionados à Vida, muito maduras para a idade cronológica. E adolescentes menos maduros em situação análoga. Muito jovem, é mesmo difícil generalizar. Mas ESSA música é mesmo sensacional! 😘💙✌
este es el mejor tema del Master!!! es la clave de sol de la partitura, es la comparsita para el tango, es el principio y final de todo...versión Umplugged!!!.....Tan Joven!!
The music is beyond great! I am named after this man Which is why I decided to find out more about islam, muhammed, and muslims. I also read the history of muhammed, and his personal characteristics. Then I contrasted all of this information with the Gospels, and compared him to JESUS CHRIST. My conclusion is that Cat Stevens is more like JESUS CHRIST than muhammed. Therefore, Cat Stevens owes the world an answer. I go as far to say that in my life time, we will see him return as a Prodigal Son
@b164able so u can!! islam means submitting wills to only one God! so Yusuf Islam means `Yusuf who submits his wills to only One God` what a nice name is that !!
I think Daisytoo is looking at the marriage from a modern perspective, since sexual relations between an adult and a child are now known to be physically and psychologically damaging. Understanding the differences between Muhammad's culture and our own can make a big difference in interpreting and carrying out his teachings. Whether or not it was immoral behavior in cultural context, it does not instantly discredit his every word. To both of you: Let's try not to let our faiths divide us, hm?
YUSUF/CAT WE LET THE DEERS CHIPMUNKS RUN AROUND IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD ! I JUST SIT ON DECK OUTSIDE & WATCH & WHISTLE TO THE BIRDS ! IT SEEMS THERE SO MANY DEER THEY MAY TAKE OVER THE MOUNTAINSIDE !, THEY ARE BEATIFUL !
Why Averroes 1987 is worried or critical of Ayesha , " her life destroyed" . Have been so with Mary mother of Jesus. How young was she , and how old was Joseph. ? This is just to remind you. I have immense respect for Mary mother of Jesus. her Courage and her patience and her persistence is a guiding light in itself. Ayesha's life was not destroyed. Her life was filled with love , she stayed unmarried for the rest of her life .Are you able to give such love to your wife ? Are you Jaundiced?
@kalliflower5 Was he a saint when he wanted Salmon Rushdie burnt alive? And wouldn't be "moved " enough to just go to a demonstration that just burnt an effigy and not the man himself?
You're allowed to speak your opinion, and I understand completely what you're talking about. But this is not the time nor the place for it. Yusuf Islam's message and song in this video have nothing to do with the specifics of the Islamic faith, and questioning the integrity of its pillars here on this video just because the man is Muslim is bigotry.
I think he deserves the National Medal of the Humanities and the Arts
When I listen this song, I usually have a tear on my face.
"You're only dancing on this earth for a short while". So prophetic!!
More poetic than prophetic.
@@CARPB147 Can be both!
I've been an educator for 30 years and couldn't agree more with Cat's message to the children of planet earth. Something happens on the way to being "educated", something gets lost, misplaced, or simply forgotten... the innocence and wonder of being alive and conscious of the beauty of life becomes mollified by the ego somehow, we become a product of what we own and what we do for a living. My greatest aspiration is that our education systems some day mature to the point where the simple lessons nature, animals and children have to teach become the foundation for learning and not something we view as amusing distractions on our way to adulthood.
I agree. I lost my oldest son (also 19) on July 6, 09; and this song and "father and son" speak volumes to me. This one reminds me of a time when he was young and healthy. He was so beautiful, and made me so happy just running around (he only had one speed; WFO ). I always cry a little and smile a lot when I hear this.
After all these decades, his voice is still magic! This was one of my favorite songs growing up!
Jeesh no kidding!!! He sounds as beautiful as he did 45+ yrs ago!!! He's the reason I learned guitar!!!❤❤❤
no sorry his voice changed a lot !!!! stop lying
Loved him then, love him now.
I played this song at my mother's funeral service in 1979.
What a great thing you did for her the most truthful genuine poetic song in the world my children know I'm expecting this song as well God bless her.
I still remember this song from the 70s. Many of his songs are about bringing harmony to this world which seems to have gone to the wayside.
His songs always took me to the 70’s decade my best youth years .
I'm so sorry to hear that. Your daughter and all the man's family and friends have my best wishes and my deepest blessing. May he travel peacefully whatever journey awaits us after this world. May he not be mourned, for now he will feel no sorrow and no pain. May he live on in stars, in wind, in clouds of dust, in music and in memory, continuing to enrich and enable his fellow people. May we all cherish the people and experiences of our lives, for they are our most precious gifts.
I love all of Cat Stevens music. He was my first concert in Houston about hmmmm... Good God about 36-37 years ago!? This one is timeless. Just Love the words, the message. If only our young would listen and get it.
Lolly Ward im 25 years old and my mum loves cat i rember listening to it when i was little and i still think hes brilliant and a talented man . Trouble is my favourite
Ein autentischer Erdenmensch und diese Songs, das Herz geht auf.
i wish people would not argue over religion but love the song for what it is and the message it carries also how beautifully he has done it is no matter what your views and beliefs are
So many memories. Has always had an awesome effect on me from the very first time I heard it. I was about 14 then. Should have listened more carefully to the words. Today it has an even bigger effect on me. I thank you so much for this Cat Stevens. ❤
I first heard him in about 1971 or so. I've loved him ever since. Rock on, Cat/Yusuf!!!
Steve Matthews I first heard him in 2014
Me too.In the seventhy's.He was always my idol.
The beautiful melody and pure sound of the acoustics are so beautiful to listen to.
can't take the music out of the man, no matter how long it's been
Forever young.❤
i have rediscovered you ...in my later years...i now know and understand what your songs say to me...thank you
a beautiful song, heartfelt but pure!
why don't we have such wonderful, truly spiritually seasoned, and gifted people as Yusuf to be our ambassadors to the (middle east) so we, and they can find a space for understanding--we all want the same thing!
Yusuf, you still have it. Thank you!
the gentleman can still sing
Yusuf/Cat has made his noble message in his life by all his music and songs he wrote ..and how always was dreaming of peace for all the world ..and it will last forever..Love You Uncle Yusuf.
Mostafa-Iraq
Eccezionale!!
Thanks for posting this video!! Peace & Love TURK
okay so i have decided that Yusuf/ cat is an absolute saint :)
His just far too pure to be a human!
God bless his humble heart and soul.
Beautiful!!! Thank You!!!
No matter what your religion, or no religion at all, like me, this is an eternally beautiful wistful song and always will be. Wish I had written it...
Such a beautiful song.
I always loved his words of wisdom. Certain people you never forget in your life & his music always touched me. I was glad to see this post. Thank you.
Tout simplement magnifique. This Man have a Heart of gold
He just has a way of making me feel so peaceful...always has...always will :C)
Perfection 🧸💖 you where the father I never had, you gave me hope. Love from my child self ❣️
Masha'allah. 📿🤲
Beautiful, absolutely Beautiful...
Added to Favorites. Beautiful explanation of the song by Yusuf, himself. Thanks for sharing it. :-) Sandy
Great ! Cat Stevens is A GREAT LEGEND. LASTING FOR EVER
Absolutely Breathless 🎁💝Thank You 👏💫
so true... and yet there are still some people who live in darkness refusing to see common sense
Beautiful song. Great artist. I pray that Cat gains understanding and comes into the light soon! Good bless.
just perfect.
Thanks you much for this post. Joey Martell. Yusuf's Music and message both are monumental. Check out Mid day.from his new Album : An Other Cup. It is a cure for the disturbed youth of present day. Listen and watch the DVD for Mid Day. Great Music , message and picture , it is just awe inspiring. It all shows this man has the thirst to bring happiness to human beings . And indeed his audience acts like he threw a shower of happy pills over them.
Thank you for posting. Good to see this.
❤
el es uno de mis favoritos cantantes ojala algún día tenga en serio oportunidad de verlo
BEAUTIFUL SONG. 😘🌹✌❤
unico maestro, gracias por hacer nuestras vidas un poco mas felizzzz
Thank you for posting. This is such a wonderful song by a wonderful person. It really made my day!
Thanks for the message,,,,,,Cat Stevens,,for ever!!!
March For Our Lives!
Nice message!
Such a lovely and inspiring song!!
Wavelength ( Van Morrison)
You are ev'ry where you're 'sposed to be
And I can get your station
When I need rejuvenation
I feel this with Yusuf 's music : )
lovely as always!
(brb)
very beautiful
Essa música me leva à Reflexão. Mesmo quando amadurecem, n'um certo sentido, há um "quê " de jovialidade nas pessoas, que permanece. Existem algumas, que ainda parecem estar " muito mais jovens", apesar de sua idade cronológica avançada. E há quem, apesar de muito jovem, amadureça rapidamente. De fato a vida, com o passar dos anos, nos deixa experientes. No entanto, ser ou não ser jovem me parece uma questão de Formação, Educação, e história do indivíduo. Conheci crianças que me surpreenderam quanto à compreensão de aspectos relacionados à Vida, muito maduras para a idade cronológica. E adolescentes menos maduros em situação análoga. Muito jovem, é mesmo difícil generalizar.
Mas ESSA música é mesmo sensacional! 😘💙✌
este es el mejor tema del Master!!! es la clave de sol de la partitura, es la comparsita para el tango, es el principio y final de todo...versión Umplugged!!!.....Tan Joven!!
Thank you so much Drexmo, for sharing this :-)
Happy New Year,
Sue
Outstanding
Dude, this kicks ass.
What a beautiful piece. Thanks for the video. Where did you get this?
Thank you Drexmo, made my day :)
Marie
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Em:26/08/2016.
ADORO ouvir você CANTAR! 😍💙
💝
amen... just seems like common sense to me but for some reason some people still live in the dark
what
The music is beyond great! I am named after this man
Which is why I decided to find out more about islam, muhammed, and muslims.
I also read the history of muhammed, and his personal characteristics.
Then I contrasted all of this information with the Gospels, and compared him to JESUS CHRIST.
My conclusion is that Cat Stevens is more like JESUS CHRIST than muhammed.
Therefore, Cat Stevens owes the world an answer.
I go as far to say that in my life time, we will see him return as a Prodigal Son
very very good :)
🤲🤲🤲
Nevermind, just read the info. Thanks again.
very pretty
Cat Cat Cat !!!! 💕🌷💫🙏🏼
"Children, nature, and animals..."
I think children are all 3 of these, n'est ce pas? One might also add Music.
My B0i!!!!!
@richrblake Nice message. I agree. But as long as he preaches love I will love Yusuf/Cat also.
@b164able so u can!! islam means submitting wills to only one God! so Yusuf Islam means `Yusuf who submits his
wills to only One God` what a nice name is that !!
No Cat, you forgot one;
Nature, Children, Animals and Music.
I think Daisytoo is looking at the marriage from a modern perspective, since sexual relations between an adult and a child are now known to be physically and psychologically damaging. Understanding the differences between Muhammad's culture and our own can make a big difference in interpreting and carrying out his teachings. Whether or not it was immoral behavior in cultural context, it does not instantly discredit his every word.
To both of you: Let's try not to let our faiths divide us, hm?
You should of never of left us, cat!
KerimMod4Ever
Presidente
Paul Weller Appreciation Society
New York Berlin Mecca
YUSUF/CAT WE LET THE DEERS CHIPMUNKS RUN AROUND IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD ! I JUST SIT ON DECK OUTSIDE & WATCH & WHISTLE TO THE BIRDS ! IT SEEMS THERE SO MANY DEER THEY MAY TAKE OVER THE MOUNTAINSIDE !, THEY ARE BEATIFUL !
Why Averroes 1987 is worried or critical of Ayesha , " her life destroyed" . Have been so with Mary mother of Jesus. How young was she , and how old was Joseph. ? This is just to remind you. I have immense respect for Mary mother of Jesus. her Courage and her patience and her persistence is a guiding light in itself.
Ayesha's life was not destroyed. Her life was filled with love , she stayed unmarried for the rest of her life .Are you able to give such love to your wife ? Are you Jaundiced?
so its ok to sing in islam
Thanks for posting this. I recorded my own version of the song on my page. Check it out and let me know what you think.
@kalliflower5 Was he a saint when he wanted Salmon Rushdie burnt alive? And wouldn't be "moved " enough to just go to a demonstration that just burnt an effigy and not the man himself?
You're allowed to speak your opinion, and I understand completely what you're talking about. But this is not the time nor the place for it. Yusuf Islam's message and song in this video have nothing to do with the specifics of the Islamic faith, and questioning the integrity of its pillars here on this video just because the man is Muslim is bigotry.
One idiot does not love nature, animals and specially children. Poor soul...