RICHIE HAVENS - "Fire and Rain"
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- Richie Havens dropped by our Toronto cult TV series "The All-Night Show with Chuck the Security Guard" back in the summer of 1981. To our delight (and despite our technical limitations), he'd come to play...
I grew up around Richie. Same block, sung in the choir with my brother and sisters. was always sitting around my grandma. For years he was there. Then I went to Vietnam and he became the soundtrack of our life......lengend .
Angel 💕
Thank you for your service. ❤
You knew Richie Havens? Wow. I was just saying how he seems like such a genuine sort. He must have been a great guy.
I'm pretty good friends with the son of the original sax player in Electric Flag. Lol. That's a person who I know. Lol.
Welcome home. I hope it's not out of line for me to say that. I know it's for y'all to welcome each other back. I never served. But it came from a good place.
Far out brother. Thank you and god bless you. My dad also went to Vietnam. So right on. ✊🏼😏
Cooked This man dinner a couple of times when he played at our club . We ate together. Great person. Very humble very kind. Heck of a guitar player.
Incredible artist. He captured the sadness of this song even more than the original. The reharmonization of the changes is heartaching...This video is a gift to us all.
1 billion percent agreed.
nah fam. i like this version a lot, but better than the og is stretching it. the guitar lick in the og is a vibe all by itself.
@@greatvaluecorndog I do like the original quite a bit so...point taken. each to his own.
theres never been a guitar player that did more with less. he was a sage
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Amen !!! Miss him ❤🖤❤🖤
I agree, he used open tunings open G, he had perfect pitch. Do you play?
Never heard this from Richie only James Taylor. Love it. He speaks to me.
All my life people have compared my style to Ritchie and I never knew how big of a compliment that was until recently
We still talk about Ritchie's visit whenever we get together. Even after three-plus decades the memories from that night bring chills. And warm smiles.
Is there any footage of him playing helplessly hoping? Can't find it anywhere
The man could cover any song and make it his own!
Richie was as unique a human being as he was a guitar player. I was so lucky 2 see him play live a few yrs before his passing. He came 2 perform in wilkes barre Pennsylvania on public Square. He loved people n b4 the show he walked around and enjoyed the fine arts festival going on. He talked with many people and everyone loved it. He was scheduled to play like an hr but actually performed 4 us for 2and a half hrs . He was so amazing and his vocals made me cry numerous times. It was so powerful and real. He again walked thru the crowd after the show and I watched him sign autographs and talk with us answering questions etc. We hung on every word. He is greatly missed. RIP Mr Havens. A true and real legend of our time . ❤❤❤
It's so sad that we have very few true artists anymore around like Richie to take us on a journey....❤️❤️
it's sad when people don't spend any time looking for "true artists" anymore and then claim they don't exist. get out there and find them. they ain't gonna find you.
Bravo para ti! Señor Richie sabía tocar cambios en la guitarra, muy bien. Dios los bendiga
I was friends with Richie way back in the early Village days. Watching this video reminds me of when we were hanging around at the "Scoop", an ice cream shop downstairs from a jazz joint, and he was experimenting with his open cord playing. We were both so young! It was a great joy to see how developed he became, so successful. He was a wonderful person. We were all so lucky...... I was so lucky to have known him❤❤❤
The world is so much richer for having had Richie in it for as long as we did. One of the most truly loving souls to walk this planet, so glad I got to see him live and even chat with him for a couple of moments. Hope you're flying high out there on the astral plane somewhere, Richie.
He talks about the guitar like it’s a living thing, and it is! Brilliant man! ❤️
Richie Havens voice resonates beyond understanding, it certainly presses the buttons for me.
I was thinking the same thing. It's like when he's singing/playing.. "it" all makes sense you know?
I've never known another man who spoke to me - touched me - as deeply as he has with his music. Richie was exemplary.
Me too.
I so agree, I wrote song called Daring to be free about our times, have a listen I'd like to know what you think?
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I so agree, I wrote song called Daring to be free about our times, have a listen I'd like to know what you think?
Such an amazing artist. Saw him once in a very small venue in Sebastopol, CA a few years back. SO happy I did!
Richie can make a Guitar sing all on its own. I had the privileged of meeting the great man at the Jazz Cafe in Camden Town London, Richie was playing to an audience of no more than 200 and after took the time to come and say hello. RIP Richie your music lives on.
What a lovely comment. Spending a few hours with Richie on that live overnight show almost exactly 33 years ago remains a highlight of my career.
Michael Lennick I cannot imagine what a great experience that was. I would have been speechless and had a hard time breathing.
+Lynn Steven I met him in person, too, in the basement of Old Town School of Folk Music after the most incredible show. He was standing on his chair and draped over his guitar and all of this. I remember walking into his presence and the intensity of him was so much that it was like I was feeling what I could only imagine God felt like (this coming from a child raised atheist). Such an incredible being. So connected and in alignment with himself. I will never forget it.
He busted 2 string during his performance. The Jazz cafe in Camden London only hold a couple of hundred people so you felt privileged as he was within touching distance and I got the feeling that he enjoyed the small personal venues.
I'm planning to return to Woodstock this August, where Richie turned on the lights for all the world to see, hear, feel the freedom of music released from within the soul. Generations later, same.
James Taylor is my favourite musician. One might expect me not to like this very unusual cover. But it’s excellent.
It’s also rather liberating to be reminded that the challenge is not to follow the rulebook but to make a great sound. Mr Havens pulled that off in style.
Super video, thank you.
I agree with you the best covers take the song to a different place. What's your favourite cover that James Taylor does? You've got a friend is an obvious one
@@ayobamidele I like his versions of How Sweet It Is, Witchita Lineman, and What A Wonderful World. You've Got A Friend is probably my favourite though. But I like his own songs the most. What about you?
@@tomgreeves9248 You've picked all the best ones but How Sweet It Is, is a favourite of mine. But I agree his real strength is in his songwriting and he's a great guitarist too.
He open tunes his guitar because he didn't know how to play chords. Using mostly his thumb and simply moving up and down the frets, Richie Havens made some of the most beautiful, purest music ever played. What a wonderful gift he gave us all.
+Grandpa the Grey Well, actually he knew how to play chords, but he couldt play them, becouse his hands were too big and always helt more strings with one finger :)
Jakub Wallflower
Yes sir, I was aware of his reason to open tune; however, Jimi Hendrix had big hands as well as BB king. They had no problem pressing one string at a time. I've seen them ALL in person as well as other guitar players with "big hands" who mastered chords.
Grandpa the Grey Thats true. I just guess had a little less patience :) Wich is great, becouse without that, there would never be such beauitiful songs :)
Jakub Wallflower
Agreed.
Hey there! Open D tuning or ? Thanks!
through my tears, I remember seeing him many times, Toronto, San Rafael, Mill Valley, Sausalito - still one of the most sincere, soulful singers, always touches my heart ...
Did he live in Marin?
Absolutely tears flow 4 me everytime I here him 2 this day n forever ❤❤
Such a soulful voice...
He plays that guitar so eloquently, and effortlessly.
And my God. That rich, rough, heart-piercing voice.
Much love and appreciation for your life's work. R.I.P. Mr. Havens! Gone but NEVER forgotten!
Richie, we miss you
Remarkable talent can never be duplicated again
I find him especially soothing and inspiring at the same time. Whenever I'm down or upset he's the only one who can give me the shivers and restore my well being. Magic!
This song brought me to tears. You are wonderful Richie Havens!
Song has taken on a whole new meaning since 9/11. For me, dealing with death of my brother and parents and a few friends. Never take anyone for granted.
May I suggest a song called God bless the child from his resume album. Actually the whole album rocks. So sorry 4 ur loss. Peace n ❤ 2 u. Happy holidays
This honestly might be the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard
His playing was so unique!
A stunning rendition of an iconic tune by an iconic musician! Stunning!
I love the man. His music is so wonderful.
Yes there were many genius songwriters in this era but there were genius cover , interpreter Artists too . Ritchie was one of them
Man I love Richie Havens. He's such genuine seeming sort. I get nothing but good vibes from him. And such a powerful voice. He could've gone and been a soul singer or a blues singer but instead he did his own thing and I respect that.
He knows how to create such an atmosphere with his guitar and his voice..
Beautiful, remember my dad in 1969 with a BASF with the wachth about the children, fire wuat do ou do about me, beautiful musician worlds woodstock forever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I from Brazil
Wow, such a beautiful cover of Fire and Rain. Actually I could listen all night to Richie strumming his guitar, as at the start of this masterpiece.
A most unique style he had. Miss him!
I remember watching this show live ------ incredible that he could just come in cold -- and get so deep into the song - it was one of those moments you do not forget .
So beautiful, I feel like my heart is going to burst.
Dear Richie ! A unique and phenomenal talent. Totally individual and full of soul. Like Joni Mitchell, he used unorthodox tunings to great effect, and had an unmistakeable style. Will never be another. Wyn
He's a Strummer, and a very good one because he throws a twist to every song. His type of strumming can and will hypnotize you!
Loved him since high school...many years ago. RIP!!
beautiful soul, he feels every word, and his strumming, here there up down all over the fret and back again, it's like his breathing in and breathing out, heart-racing but thinking, because there's just so much to feel, in between every word
what is wrong with the 23 people that did not like this? this is amazing!
They dont know a thing, about a unique musician, me, I studied music, play acoustic guitar and sing, mr. Havens, touched my soul, since seeing him perform freedom in woodstock..
Such a sweet, gentle soul who always brought out magic from a guitar, then that voice
Cold December night in '66, basement of St Mark's Church, playing tunes off the just-released Mixed Bag. 52 years ago. Still vivid.
Time flies, I bet your generations were diamonds, still glad though I was born in 82.
@@herdeefrancisco1982 It was an active time, fer sher, the '60s. But music today has countless great artists, and I'm glad I can enjoy it.
Saw him before he left at a little theater in California. It was like he just stepped out of Woodstock. Nothing changed he was wonderful.
Wade Older
You are so lucky !
this old man was there in ny
Must have been amazing. Do you remember any of the songs he played?
Didn't know a thing about him. Wasn't allowed to listen to or perform classical music when I was young. Ended up for some reason in a front seat in a small music hall and he did "Freedom" - just sang, and moved. One of the highpoints of my youth. The man was lightening. And he danced, oh how he danced. No one like him, ever. God bless genius.
I could listen to this over and over and over for ever... Love it. Miss you Mikey R.I.P my friend.
I can't find any bad memories of him , I remember listening to Richie Havens as I got ready to go to school in the mornings.... he had a very distinctive unique guitar style
I was there that magical night! Unforgettable!
I wasn't aware of his open tunings. I liked his style of double strumming. It makes a great sound. What a voice, and what presence he had.
.... hey Mr havens ..... didn’t know you left us ..... I feel you are still here ... Thank you man .... always so inspiring.....
Rest in peace, Richie Haven, groovy human being, and fab musician; and of course, thanks for all the great music and memories! Nobody made the uniquely exquisite sounds from an acoustic guitar like you did!
I was very young while my eldest brother come in Somalia with this album from Italy
SO LUCKY to have known and worked and played with him for 50 years. Thanks for recording some of my songs..
You worked with Richie Havens? That's really cool. He seems like such a genuinely decent person on film. I guess when you live and work with someone you see them flaws and all. But he just seems like such a great guy. Did you do the congas or, what did you do if you don't mind me asking?
love his style ever since I first heard him in 69 may he rest in peace
Richie has such a unique, fantastic and brilliant guitar playing technique. As well as a great voice
He is so sorrowly missed ❤😢
Saw and heard this unique artist at a venue in Abbey Street Dublin Ireland .We were honoured by this
RIP brother
GOD bless Richie forever
What a good man. A mighty mighty good man
Got to love this guy --his style is so unique --I have never seen anyone play like this -----so beautiful the way he made his guitar and voice blend ----brings tears...I will always remember the greatest music from the 60's. "Fire and Rain"---was one of my favorites of all time---from JT --- While listening to this incredible version --I SUDDENLY FORGOT IT WAS A SONG BY JT!!!!.The mark of a true genius..his music is such a treasure.... I hope someone plays his music --songs---like him----someday---to keep his art alive... not lost in the mist of time....
Actually Carol King wrote it...
Jacob Charles Fact check, man. Give JT the credit he deserves. This song is very personal to him. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_and_Rain
I literally just discovered this guy incredible musician
Was in N.Y on holiday..ended up in the Mohigan resort..Knowing my admiration for Richie my date had arranged for us to see the show..which I did not know..When the great man came out i was utterly taken..the show was pure energy..met Richie after and took a photo..Richie Havens,,how do you describe a great spirit void of all the superstar trappings?
I saw a video that said Richard Haven. A cover of Wear your Love Like Heaven. My brain recognized that voice from the past, and said, "It's Richie Haven, not Richard." And I went and had a listen to Freedom played live. First time in a *very* long time And then Here Comes the Sun. Now this, which I have not heard before. My stamp of approval.
God Bless you Richie ❤
R.I.P. great Ritchie Havens my favourite musician ... greetings from Sicily
Everytime someone says, "no it's not played that way!" I say, "watch Richie Havens!"
Beautiful voice !!!
Outstanding guitar player, singer, and musician who performace immersed you in his endless humanity
Man he’s so beautiful
This is so awesome that this exists - i saw this live when it originally aired - just beauootiful
Unexpectedly tearful at midnight....gratefully aware!
His voice is just sublime. So deep and rich. Miss him.
Thank you for posting this video.... I always liked Richie best in small personal performances. He had the rare ability to change you during his songs and the little stories in between them. I was never quite sure just how he did that, but I always
was more at peace after listening to him. Thanks again for sharing this....
We did that show for six hours every night live for just under a year. I was the director, and I can truly say there was no moment more magical in that room that whole year than Richie's post-club gig visit. Not even close.
I can understand what you're saying. I think it's because he is a true musician, he gives what he has to give without any pretense. Very pure and powerfull.
It's always about performance and the ability to get the attention of the listener. He had a true gift. With the power in his vocals an unorthodox style u were captured by his huge heart and real beautiful soul so evident in the emotion he could project right into ur whole body. I've never been so captured.
He was one of the great ones. R.I.P.
I saw Richie in concert back in 1972, I think it was. Haven't listened to him much in years...till I found this track. Wow!! Blew me away!
wonderful moment ! - I was watching .. . . . ( really ! ) ----R.I.P. Richie.
I wish I was alive in the 70s and 80s but could still be 18 today
It doesn’t get too much better
Richie's voice just drips with gritty sincerity.
So awesome. I cried at the end, u had no idea he passed. Such s beautiful version.
Ooh! I remember this night. I will never ever forget that evening...ever!
It was around that time Richie played a concert at the old Massey Hall, or somewhere like that in Toronto, right? It was a magical concert. The whole place was caught in the spiritual net he wove for us that night. Bless Richie Havens for blessing us all with his art.
Amazing! Thanks Richie.
Beautiful man, beautiful music...Thankyou
amazing work, beautiful soul, such a great unorthodox style of playing that was RICHIE HAVENS. My first audio experience was his woodstock performance off my father's LP, the driving rhythym of his guitar and the pure feeling in his vocal still makes my hair stand on end every time i give it a listen to, thanks for sharing this fantastic rendition MICHAEL.
Thanks Kerry. Whenever I find myself reflecting on my favorite and most moving experiences in a nearly 5 decade career, this one's always in the top 5.
This was and forever will be a beautiful, great and wonderful man. I miss him 😞😞😞😞
Saw him twice in Leeds university and Sheffield uni - 1973 and 1978 - amazing voice, guitarist and performer.
What a great moment from a great show.
True legend. Saw him live in Manchester, England with Groove Armada. Thx Richie
It's played all wrong, and thats why I listened to every beautiful note ! Thank you brother 🙏💙
this guy brings the biggest smile out ever on my face. my soul is grinning wide
You and me both, Eva. One of the most memorable nights in the most extraordinary gig of my life.
Love it . Even Ritchie Havens dealt with a non broken in Guitar.
Wow, always loved Ritchie.
What a talented, unique artist Richie Havens was. Thank you for this video. I was going into grade 8 at Valley Park JH in September and listening to a lot of Zeppelin and Maiden and Purple but on the strength of the Woodstock concert I would have loved to see him. I wonder what venue he played at when he was in town. Anyway, just thinking out loud. Thanks again.
Love this cover, so unique...
Chills. Just chills.