Joe Nichols performs a cover of Merle Haggard's "If I Could Only Fly" at the Country 97.1 HANK FM studios in downtown Indianapolis for a special group of listeners!
This is actually Blaze Foley's song, but Merle made it famous. Joe N. is one of those few country singers, as well as Merle, that can make you feel the words. Thanks for sharing this video!
Why do the Karen’s always have to show what they know we all know that this is a blaze song, but Merle Haggard sing it and made it great you don’t have to tell people what they already know
You got to admit, a great voice. He's got talent as well as looks. Todays country isn't country, it's marketable crap. Joe can sing and he makes it soulful. Well done.
I agree on that 100%. Joe Nichols is so damn good, one of the best country singers ever imo and sadly forgotten. And as you said, man the guitars are so beautiful and the one guitarist is laying down some beautiful background vocals
Nice job on the Blaze song by Joe, a very accomplished singer. Please notice the kaypo position on the two guitars. Those two fellows are playing this beautiful music cross-corded. Thats why it is so beautiful. Every time i listen brings tears. An absolutely beautiful rendition.
Lost my little brother to brain cancer when he was 37 12 years ago and I have been a very lonely person since I lost him he was my best and brother love and miss you GARY More anybody could every image
I sure can relate to what you said about your wife. My husband passed away in February this year. We listened to this song many times. God I miss him more everyday. Do the tears ever stop?? This is a very good cover. I think Hag would agree.
This is the best version of a fabulous song. It has been covered by numerous artists but this is quite brilliant. Blaze will be smiling in his place of rest. Gerry Farry
If I Could Only Fly is the fiftieth studio album by American country singer Merle Haggard, released in 2000. The title song was written by Texas songwriter Blaze Foley. It reached number 26 on the Billboard Country albums chart.[1] Merle did a nice job - but, rest his soul, Blaze Foley wrote this beautiful song
I watched a video of Merle, claiming that he wrote the song. No matter who wrote it, it is beautiful and both of them (Merle and Joe) have done awesome jobs with the delivery of such a heartfelt song and perfect melody. Truly an American treasure of great talent by all who put it all together.
Mr. Foley wrote such a wonderful song. Blaze Merle and Joe really done justice to this great song. Merle did it the best yeah yeah I know I'm a big Hag fan. Mr.Nichols sure has the voice for this music and I hope he keeps on singing.we need more Joe's.
He'sa wonderful Country singers and one of the best got the voice is so gorgeous to sing should be singing some more beautiful songs got the voice.hope he never give up singing.
i was NOT exepecting to like this cover, im a huge merle haggard fan, he did a great job with this. stayed really true to how merle sings, good job makin me feel the lyrics almost like merle does.
A very nice version of the Blaze Foley song. Joe Nichols has Merle Haggard like timbre for sure. I never get tired of listening to this song no matter who is doing it. Willie Nelson does it great as well on Seashores of Old Mexico album.
Joe Nichols has one of, if not the best voice in country music today. Unfortunately most of his album cuts are produced to appeal to country radio and really don't do his talent justice
Beautiful job! I was lucky enough to see him in an intimate little venue in Charlotte County Florida with a couple of other performers. Out of all the huge concerts I've attended in my (long) life, it was the best. He is special and they were hilarious together on that little stage. Also, very easy on the eyes!! 😁 Thank you Joe for a great and intimate concert under the stars!!
A true natural God given talent. He can write as well as he sings. And he has the most powerful heart felt song's of any other artist no matter what the genre. Love him, his heart, his music.
I have been going through so much anger with losing my Aunt. And I came across this song. Wow! Can't control my tears. Because I want to leave here and be with her😭
What a great talent and has a great voice that comes with his personality second to none and keep his mind in it from start to finish Think how hard this is to do!!!!!!
Joe is one to fill big shoes I saw him in yuma ariz in 2005 and it was hot that night in yuma and very muggy now if you have been fishing in 119 degrees it's hot when he came here he couldn't hit his high notes because of the heat but he is one of the best singers I've ever heard among all the rest of them god bless joe Nichols
Loretta Person please tell me that Mr. Foley had the copyright to this song he wrote. Or do you happen to know? Please give me a shout with reasons Merle is getting credit for the song.
I hadn't heard Joe Nichols before now, but with this great version of a Merle song, I will make sure and hear him more often. Great guitars in this song also!
Yes, I know Blaze wrote this, but the fact is, I cried like a little girl thinking about my wife who passed away last November, and as long as the performer can evoke some emotion from you, they have succeeded in the songs light..
Lyric’s :I almost felt you touching me just now I wish I knew which way to turn and go I feel so good, and then then I feel so bad I wonder what I ought to do If I could only fly, if I could only fly I'd bid this place goodbye, to come and be with you But I can hardly stand, and I got no where to run Another sinking sun, and one more lonely night The wind keeps blowing somewhere everyday Tell me things get better, somewhere, up the way Just dismal thiking on a dismal day Sad songs for us to bare If I could only fly If we could only fly If we could only fly There'd be no more lonely nights You know sometimes I write happy songs Then some little thing goes wrong I wish they all could make you smile Coming home soon and I wanna stay Maybe we can somehow get away I wish you could come with me when I go again If I could only fly, if I could only fly I'd bid this place goodbye, to come and be with you But I can hardly stand, and I got no where to run Another sinking sun, and one more lonely night
My absolute favorite of Joe Nicols. Could listen to this over and over. Awesome!!❤
This is actually Blaze Foley's song, but Merle made it famous. Joe N. is one of those few country singers, as well as Merle, that can make you feel the words.
Thanks for sharing this video!
Blaze didn't get the recognition that he deserved.
Exactly 💯
Very welcome
❤ very welcome
Why do the Karen’s always have to show what they know we all know that this is a blaze song, but Merle Haggard sing it and made it great you don’t have to tell people what they already know
I sat here and just listened in silence, found myself crying like a child... absolutely beautiful. Thank you.
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Right there with you.
Joe was born to sing these songs. Takes your breath away.
You are soooooo right
So true he was
Absolutely so good
You got to admit, a great voice. He's got talent as well as looks. Todays country isn't country, it's marketable crap. Joe can sing and he makes it soulful. Well done.
WRONG!!!!!
He is a great sings beautiful meet him in person in NJ and bought his autograph guitar and went on his bus for 5. Songs he sang to me beautiful man
@@murph3001 8 West
In full agreement!
Straight up bud!!
You don't need a full band to have a great song. this is really great and I love Joe's voice.
Those cool guitars and Joe makes Mr. Foley's song beautiful. Thank you Sir.
kid rock
Ladies and gentlemen this is pure talent. Take a good look at it. It's as rare as gold.
So very true my friend.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THAT PURE COUNTRY VOICE!!!!! AND HE AINT BAD ON THE EYES EITHER!!!!!!
Fabulous performance of a song I just discovered. Many covers, but Merle and Joe Nichols do the best.
How did I miss this song all my life?
You sure are right 👍
This song speaks to my heart. What an absolutely beautiful rendition Joe. Awesome.❤
Nice heartfelt version of this beautifully written Blaze Foley song.
This is the best cover of this song I've heard. I love the acoustic guitar work.
I agree on that 100%. Joe Nichols is so damn good, one of the best country singers ever imo and sadly forgotten. And as you said, man the guitars are so beautiful and the one guitarist is laying down some beautiful background vocals
So much respect for Joe Nichols...thanks for paying homage to such a great song!!! How great it is to hear you sing it!
Joe , you have so much talent . Thank you for sharing your gift with all of us . ❤️
Well done. It is difficult to not listen to this song a few times. Thank you.
Always come back here. This remains one of the great vocal performances Ever !
Nice job on the Blaze song by Joe, a very accomplished singer. Please notice the kaypo position on the two guitars. Those two fellows are playing this beautiful music cross-corded. Thats why it is so beautiful. Every time i listen brings tears. An absolutely beautiful rendition.
Wow he sang it with ease that Merle did. Would love to hear him sit in with the Haggard boys!
Merle would be so proud. Joe Nichols deserves every achievement he attains.
Joe Nichols voice is so beautiful. Have always loved listening to him.
Awesome!! awesome!!awesom3 ; cover of this song!!
Love this music. Firsts time listener
this is a beautiful song, i can listen to it over and over again
By the legendary Duct Tape Messiah, Blaze Fowley
Lost my little brother to brain cancer when he was 37 12 years ago and I have been a very lonely person since I lost him he was my best and brother love and miss you GARY More anybody could every image
DARN...never realized this guy could sing like THIS!! It is amazing and awesome!!
I almost forgot to listen to this today.
WOW! ! ! That was beautiful. Joe has such talent and you can tell he feels the music which he sings. Thanks for posting.
The voice, the guitars, wonderful!
rip Merle. find Blaze Foley. this song is filled with your hearts. Thank you Blaze for such a meaningful song. you passed too soon.
I sure can relate to what you said about your wife. My husband passed away in February this year. We listened to this song many times. God I miss him more everyday. Do the tears ever stop??
This is a very good cover. I think Hag would agree.
One talent we will never see again in this life time bar none
Quite possibly the best country song ever written
My God, amazing performance. It's like I had gone back in time and suddenly watching a presentation of Merle Haggard! Thanks the author of posting....
Best version so far. Musicians are phenominal. Joe Nichols is one of my favoarites.
This is THE BEST version of this song I ever heard ... Joe and the boys are downright amazing !!! ( JC - Alberta ) .
A beautiful voice with so much feeling he brings me to tears. Thank you joe. With love
Oh! that is soooooo goood! What a man, first tuned to this version 12 years ago and Joe really does it justice!
Excellent version, really enjoyed
This is the best version of a fabulous song. It has been covered by numerous artists but this is quite brilliant. Blaze will be smiling in his place of rest. Gerry Farry
Joe makes me cry like a baby when he sings this song listen family I want this as the first and last song played at my farewell party
Good job Joe...Merle can hear u whenever u sing now....your voice lends itself to his songs so well. Love it!
This is Blaze Foleys song
@@maxwelljose2241 o upkay thank you
I think Joe is very underrated as a country singer.
Yes, I think he's singing the wrong songs...
No no. He's very underrated as a Singer
C'est la plus belle des chansons ,,merci
Just beautiful!! That's all I can say.thank you Joe no more lonely nights Blaze
I love this young man. I'm sorry he died so young and fresh. He's wonderful.
Joe Nichols is still alive, if that is who you are referring to.
@@LynnZB thank you.
If I Could Only Fly is the fiftieth studio album by American country singer Merle Haggard, released in 2000. The title song was written by Texas songwriter Blaze Foley. It reached number 26 on the Billboard Country albums chart.[1] Merle did a nice job - but, rest his soul, Blaze Foley wrote this beautiful song
I watched a video of Merle, claiming that he wrote the song. No matter who wrote it, it is beautiful and both of them (Merle and Joe) have done awesome jobs with the delivery of such a heartfelt song and perfect melody. Truly an American treasure of great talent by all who put it all together.
Merle Haggard never claimed to write this song pretty annoyed with all the Karen’s
Merle covered this song, Blaze Foley wrote it. This is a great version.
Mr. Foley wrote such a wonderful song. Blaze Merle and Joe really done justice to this great song. Merle did it the best yeah yeah I know I'm a big Hag fan. Mr.Nichols sure has the voice for this music and I hope he keeps on singing.we need more Joe's.
Yes, I think Nichols version is the best. But out of respect here is Blaze Foley "If I could only fly"
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He'sa wonderful Country singers and one of the best got the voice is so gorgeous to sing should be singing some more beautiful songs got the voice.hope he never give up singing.
Brilliant Joè Thanks SAW YOU in NASHVILLE AND YOU WERE AMAZING ❤❤❤😂😂😂
i was NOT exepecting to like this cover, im a huge merle haggard fan, he did a great job with this. stayed really true to how merle sings, good job makin me feel the lyrics almost like merle does.
Best ever rendition, in my opinion.
Right On!
JoAnn Dolberg research this song, it’ll bring a lump to your throat
This guy's rendition is a bit closer to Blaze's. If any of you haven't seen Ethan Hawke's film Blaze, be sure to--it's excellent.
It's good...but Blaze singing this at a wedding party in drunk mode...just him and his guitar..nothing tops that..
this song sends me to another planet...
A very nice version of the Blaze Foley song. Joe Nichols has Merle Haggard like timbre for sure. I never get tired of listening to this song no matter who is doing it. Willie Nelson does it great as well on Seashores of Old Mexico album.
can't get enough of this truly outstanding performance ..pure , man ..
I liked Joe Nichols voice first time I heard him sing and this is a compliment to an old timer, the simple man's poet Merle Haggard. Thumbs up!
OMG! What a great rendition 💛
Awesome Man ❤
Joe Nichols has one of, if not the best voice in country music today. Unfortunately most of his album cuts are produced to appeal to country radio and really don't do his talent justice
so damn true
I'D SAY HE HAS THE BEST
akeagleTL name an artist that doesn’t. Than I you/
Don't discount Ben Haggard, both equally talented
ONLY JOE can sing this as good as Merle
Beautiful job! I was lucky enough to see him in an intimate little venue in Charlotte County Florida with a couple of other performers. Out of all the huge concerts I've attended in my (long) life, it was the best. He is special and they were hilarious together on that little stage. Also, very easy on the eyes!! 😁 Thank you Joe for a great and intimate concert under the stars!!
BEAUTIFUL - I'm sobbing!
Superb rendition with beautiful guitar pickin' .....thanks for sharing
Joe is a great singer for these type songs.
A true natural God given talent.
He can write as well as he sings. And he has the most powerful heart felt song's of any other artist no matter what the genre.
Love him, his heart, his music.
Best version ever, guitar players fantastic and Joe, what a great voice.
I have been going through so much anger with losing my Aunt. And I came across this song. Wow! Can't control my tears. Because I want to leave here and be with her😭
Absolutely beautifull sung Joe Nicols!!
Joe my hat's off to you.Thank You for keeping it country
Love this man❤
His voice is awesome
Great job Joe love your singing 💕🇨🇦❤️ thanks for posting
probably the best version of the Blaze classic love the guitars.
Joe Nichols is amazing singing this music. It is made for him . He is awesome. Love you Joe!
Songs and singers like This can make you cry. NEW Country makes me cry for a different Reason
Awesome job , such a beautiful song
Great job need more of this in todays country
Love this song and Joe Nichols
Me too ❤
What a great talent and has a great voice that comes with his personality second to none and keep his mind in it from start to finish Think how hard this is to do!!!!!!
I bid this goodbye to come and be with you ...what a classic well done. Love your version love you..
Joe is one to fill big shoes I saw him in yuma ariz in 2005 and it was hot that night in yuma and very muggy now if you have been fishing in 119 degrees it's hot when he came here he couldn't hit his high notes because of the heat but he is one of the best singers I've ever heard among all the rest of them god bless joe Nichols
My first time seeing this video..the repeat button is wore out!!
You did a great job! I was with Blaze when he was writing this song in his head. I am sure he would love the way you sing it
He truly was one of the best songwriters of his time.
Loretta Person please tell me that Mr. Foley had the copyright to this song he wrote. Or do you happen to know? Please give me a shout with reasons Merle is getting credit for the song.
@@stevehensley7731 no Merle didn't get credit for it it's well documented that it's Blazes song same with Clay pigeons.
Hi Loretta don't suppose you know who was the inspiration for Blaze when he wrote these amazing lyrics.
I hadn't heard Joe Nichols before now, but with this great version of a Merle song, I will make sure and hear him more often. Great guitars in this song also!
It's a Blaze Foley song
The song is written by Blaze Foley.
One great talent for a young man and he can sing any song with such emotions!!!
This song is my FAVORITE song of Merle's that Joe does!!
Yes, I know Blaze wrote this, but the fact is, I cried like a little girl thinking about my wife who passed away last November, and as long as the performer can evoke some emotion from you, they have succeeded in the songs light..
This is lovely but you have hear Blaze sing it...Breaks my heart a little bit every time as good country songs should...
Greetings from Eire🇨🇮☺️
You now honestly own this song even Merel can not compete with this dont care what anyone says !!!!!!!
Love Joe but he’s no Merle. Not even close.
DEPENDS HOW YOU LOOK OR HEAR IT MEREL WAS NOT A GREAT SINGER BUT A GREAT WRIGHTER OF SONGS NO DOUBT BUT THIS JUY HAS A VOICE ??@@RonaldEarlWilsher
Nope Not even close
Lyric’s :I almost felt you touching me just now
I wish I knew which way to turn and go
I feel so good, and then then I feel so bad
I wonder what I ought to do
If I could only fly, if I could only fly
I'd bid this place goodbye, to come and be with you
But I can hardly stand, and I got no where to run
Another sinking sun, and one more lonely night
The wind keeps blowing somewhere everyday
Tell me things get better, somewhere, up the way
Just dismal thiking on a dismal day
Sad songs for us to bare
If I could only fly
If we could only fly
If we could only fly
There'd be no more lonely nights
You know sometimes I write happy songs
Then some little thing goes wrong
I wish they all could make you smile
Coming home soon and I wanna stay
Maybe we can somehow get away
I wish you could come with me when I go again
If I could only fly, if I could only fly
I'd bid this place goodbye, to come and be with you
But I can hardly stand, and I got no where to run
Another sinking sun, and one more lonely night
Just love this guy singing
Beautiful song, thank you.
love this version, and adore blaze foley.. wish he had more time to share more beautiful music like this
A great rendition Joe, this is becoming on of my favorite Haggard songs.
Blaze Foley’s song
Awesome singer, and those guitars, wonderful
Great voice,great lyrics and like the guitar style.Thanks for sharing.
a great performance. love Joe and the guys
Love it great job Merle would be happy
Incredible version of this song
Great singer --- very soulful --- one of the great songs
You don't hear many singers with this much talent at such a young man than this one called Joe Amazing entertainer
Thanks, Beautiful
Just love this song
I love this❤