The Highwaymen - Why Me (American Outlaws: Live at Nassau Coliseum, 1990)

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  • @EnCasaDelHerrero
    @EnCasaDelHerrero 2 місяці тому +51

    Rest with Jesus, Kris. You were one of a kind

  • @johnschoonover5914
    @johnschoonover5914 Місяць тому +11

    Sometimes music speaks what you feel inside. And sometimes you have to shut the world out and close your eyes and turn up the music. 2024!

  • @johnschoonover5914
    @johnschoonover5914 Місяць тому +11

    Who's listening to this great music. 2024.i can relate to this song. Sometimes music speaks what you feel inside!

    • @Bryan-p4m
      @Bryan-p4m 6 днів тому

      @@johnschoonover5914 a fuckin do 🤬😛🤞😜✌️💙n a whole million other people 😜😝

  • @davidboden2772
    @davidboden2772 2 місяці тому +21

    RIP Kris Kristofferson.
    We lost a one of a kind human being today.

  • @trdt1
    @trdt1 26 днів тому +3

    One of the most underrated performers of all time. RIP.

  • @mllink
    @mllink 2 місяці тому +15

    A humble man giving his testimony to the world... I have always thought this was the quintessential Kristofferson performance. Rest in peace, Kris. 🖤

  • @jerseytomato100
    @jerseytomato100 2 роки тому +100

    My dear Mom would cry whenever she heard this song. She’ll be gone 24 years this November. I miss her every day ❤️

    • @ffellini
      @ffellini 6 місяців тому +2

      Belated fair sky and following winds for her final journey.

    • @robertseay7875
      @robertseay7875 2 місяці тому +1

      God Bless

    • @E_stranged
      @E_stranged 2 місяці тому +1

      God bless you and your mom ❤🙏🏻

  • @Bryan-p4m
    @Bryan-p4m 13 днів тому +3

    One of the greatest ,Waylon,Kris,Willie n cash, never will u witness that again true greats✌️💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @kathharms8520
    @kathharms8520 3 роки тому +246

    Is anyone else brought to tears by this incredible performance by Kris Kristofferson?

    • @kriskristofferson2831
      @kriskristofferson2831 3 роки тому +4

      I want to specially appreciate you for being a big fan.Thank for your nice comment on my post, it means a lot to me .I want you to send me a message via Hangout using my personal email through my indicated below also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don't reply unnecessary message Hangout email: kkristofferson5@gmail.com

    • @narelledearden1189
      @narelledearden1189 3 роки тому +7

      Most beautiful rendition. I have been & still am a great fan of Kris. Actually I saw him in concert many years ago in Brisbane Aust.

    • @marcelburger2436
      @marcelburger2436 3 роки тому +6

      Elvis in 74 Memphis concert.. Find it

    • @narelledearden1189
      @narelledearden1189 3 роки тому +1

      @@kriskristofferson2831 Hi Kris, I have been trying to reply to your email of 6 months ago but I am not familiar to hangout but hope this reaches you. My name is Narelle Dearden.

    • @leftyo9589
      @leftyo9589 3 роки тому +2

      @@narelledearden1189 Kris Kristofferson is an oxford educated man, even in his 80's i think his english would be better than what is above. i could be wrong, but i dont think that is the man himself replying. i have gotten similar replies on a different song of his, and broken hard to understand english is the common denominator. with a 1 number different email addy. it just doesnt seem right.

  • @craigsheppard7576
    @craigsheppard7576 2 роки тому +29

    These so called country singers of today, can take some well deserved advise from these legends.

    • @johnsonmack-vw9fw
      @johnsonmack-vw9fw Рік тому +1

      How are you doing

    • @BarryHope-bj5um
      @BarryHope-bj5um 6 місяців тому

      Like Beyonce? She may be singing, but not country. Let's hear her sing about Jesus.

  • @mattiemathis9549
    @mattiemathis9549 9 місяців тому +25

    Anytime I stray, this song brings me back. No judgement, no guilt, just truth.
    Thanks Kris for quite possibly the best gospel song ever!

  • @isrbillmeyer
    @isrbillmeyer 2 місяці тому +5

    R.I.P. Kris Kristofferson
    Legend who's music will live on.

    • @elsade0254
      @elsade0254 2 місяці тому +3

      Estaba tan feliz en esta etapa de su vida, cuando se cantaban sus canciones por años postergadas.- Que años dorados!!! que en paz descanses Chris Kristofferson.-

  • @pekolucky
    @pekolucky 3 роки тому +118

    KK is one of America's greatest song writers.

  • @brucekuehn4031
    @brucekuehn4031 3 роки тому +169

    This is the last song of every Kris Kristofferson concert and it comes from deep in his heart. Let me add that he probably has the highest IQ of any recording artist still alive. Quite a guy!

    • @msuddie1237
      @msuddie1237 3 роки тому +41

      @Bruce Kuehn both Kris and Johnny had genius-level measured IQs. Kris’ IQ is documented at 163 and Johnny’s is documented at 160. Kris is a Rhodes Scholar who studied at Oxford University in the United Kingdom and he gave up a teaching position at the West Point Military Academy to become a musician. Johnny is even more remarkable given that he grew up very poor in a small cotton farming community (he lived in a house that had no electricity, no running water, and no indoor plumbing); he picked cotton from 5 years old until 18 years old; he only had a High School diploma and never went to college or university; he started writing poems at 12 years old and wrote over 1,000 songs himself over his lifetime; and he became very well-read on a number of subjects that included history, literature, music, theology, and the Bible - he owned an extensive library of books and is known to have read books extensively and continuously, even when on tour. In addition to being very close friends, great songwriters/performers/entertainers, and amazing musicians, Kris and Johnny were very highly intelligent men.

    • @brucekuehn4031
      @brucekuehn4031 3 роки тому +16

      @@msuddie1237 I didn’t know that about Mr Cash. They both had weaknesses too of course that caused problems in their lives, but who doesn’t?

    • @BarryHope-bj5um
      @BarryHope-bj5um 2 місяці тому

      ​@@msuddie1237Kris also taught at West Point, Literature. He was a Rodes Scholar too .

    • @msuddie1237
      @msuddie1237 21 день тому

      @@BarryHope-bj5um if you research Kris Kristofferson you will find out that he actually gave up the teaching position at West Point and moved to Nashville to become a songwriter and musician - he did not teach there in the end. He gave several interviews over the years that he discussed and explained this - he stated that his parents were very angry with him when he did this - his mother sent him a letter when he was in Nashville working as a janitor in the early days, disowning him, which he shared with Johnny Cash.

  • @MH_1206
    @MH_1206 2 місяці тому +9

    Rest in Peace, Kris. Thanks for the music, and all the love you poured out on the world.

  • @hhill4413
    @hhill4413 2 роки тому +46

    Song in a bar, a church, anywhere,it means the same and sounds so beautiful.

  • @timbertime7823
    @timbertime7823 2 місяці тому +4

    RIP Kris Kristofferson. One of best songwriters of all time. And not a bad singer either!

  • @nc_cntrylife
    @nc_cntrylife 3 роки тому +114

    This song and Sunday Morning Coming Down are two of the best songs ever written. This is what good music really is.

    • @ryetim32
      @ryetim32 Рік тому +6

      And Kristofferson wrote them both

    • @stephengriffin7870
      @stephengriffin7870 Рік тому +6

      So right my friend I can't stop listening and crying

    • @mackdaddyanden
      @mackdaddyanden 9 місяців тому +1

      i just found sunday morning coming down today and it made my day :) GOOD music is hard to find today :)

  • @Henry-zm9qg
    @Henry-zm9qg 2 місяці тому +4

    The four horsemen, three have departed.

  • @madawngipachuau6043
    @madawngipachuau6043 2 місяці тому +3

    Rest in peace, Kris. Your music will bring peace and joy forever. Your soul's in His hand.
    You are missed.

  • @AngelaSmith-nd8sc
    @AngelaSmith-nd8sc 2 місяці тому +5

    Rest easy, Kris … thank you for your music, your honesty and your beautiful soul.

  • @loretta_d
    @loretta_d 2 роки тому +24

    I didn't think I could love KK more, but when he dedicated this song to Vietnam Vets, that did it. To the moon and back, KK.

    • @janetcallanan7020
      @janetcallanan7020 2 місяці тому +1

      He was a veteran himself. A helicopter pilot. A man of many talents

    • @BarryHope-bj5um
      @BarryHope-bj5um 2 місяці тому

      ​@@janetcallanan7020Ah, but the Army assigned him to West Point as an instructor.

  • @provost5752
    @provost5752 3 роки тому +17

    Why is there not a billion likes?

  • @joemcmillan2089
    @joemcmillan2089 5 років тому +111

    God Bless the Veterans and the Highwaymen.

    • @joshjwillway1545
      @joshjwillway1545 3 роки тому +9

      God bless everyone who lives their life in a good way

    • @cristianlazar3247
      @cristianlazar3247 2 роки тому +5

      for me they are the best ❤️ and I also know they got along well with each other, a friendship forever !!

  • @lisag18
    @lisag18 2 місяці тому +5

    Rest with the Lord, Kris.
    They're singing together again

  • @bruceolson5191
    @bruceolson5191 2 роки тому +41

    A Beautiful Song. Not bad having Willie, Waylon and Johnny as your backup singers

  • @Verycreativeusername_
    @Verycreativeusername_ 3 роки тому +65

    Why me Lord, what have I ever done
    To deserve even one
    Of the pleasures I've known
    Tell me Lord, what did I ever do
    That was worth loving you
    Or the kindness you've shown.
    Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
    Help me Jesus I know what I am
    Now that I know that I've need you so
    Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.
    Tell me Lord, if you think there's a way
    I can try to repay
    All I've taken from you
    Maybe Lord, I can show someone else
    What I've been through myself
    On my way back to you.
    Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
    Help me Jesus I know what I am
    Now that I know that I've need you so
    Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand

  • @DaGodFadder69
    @DaGodFadder69 3 роки тому +20

    Kris' story on how he came to write this song really touched me.

  • @EdwardFat
    @EdwardFat 9 днів тому

    The great ones have gone,RIP Waylon,Johnny and Kris.You guys were great singers.

  • @nitalay5317
    @nitalay5317 Рік тому +19

    This video cuts off too quickly. The dvd captures the full audience response to this beautiful and heartfelt song. The applause goes on and on, including from the other three guys and the entire band, until Kris is actually biting his lip to keep from crying and is looking over to Waylon, who is due to sing next, to get him to rescue him. Waylon clowns around as he starts the intro to "Lukenbach, Texas" to give Kris time to compose himself. Now that's a friend. Kris and Waylon considered themselves to be the foot soldiers of the outfit and John and Willie to be the generals.

  • @mech-a-redneck9745
    @mech-a-redneck9745 2 місяці тому +3

    I listened to this song sunday after i found out about kris's death i cried so hard

  • @montecarlo766
    @montecarlo766 2 місяці тому +4

    RIP Chris, this was the most influential song of my life. Helped to seek the father and i thank you eternally, God bless Chris Sir

  • @guitardan46
    @guitardan46 4 роки тому +115

    I love this song. No better way to express what we all take for granted. God bless you Kris. :-)

  • @stevenvorhes8353
    @stevenvorhes8353 2 роки тому +17

    One of the songs I want played at my memorial service

  • @mikesingleton2997
    @mikesingleton2997 2 місяці тому +3

    The 4 greatest voices in 3 generations!!!!😢😢😢

  • @diannafryman2258
    @diannafryman2258 2 місяці тому +1

    He's flying high with the angels now! Thanks for the memories.

  • @PhallacEye
    @PhallacEye 2 місяці тому +1

    Robbie Turners contributions to the sound of the Highwaymen cannot be understated.

  • @brigittebonkowski6165
    @brigittebonkowski6165 2 роки тому +4

    Kristofferson - genius - For me a tribute to an older Classmate named George Swerbinsky - a brilliant, kind, and handsome young man lost to that unnecessary war. He came back 'lost' and then died young. I ran into him when I first moved home and spoke with him at length at a local bar/restaurant. He was mature - extremely intelligent. My heart aches for those who lost their lives or died young from the horror they had to endure. George died at 56 years old in his home town - working on
    family farms. People of the earth - yet, he was a top notch student known for his great intellect, great character, and handsome without knowing it. Had he not been 'punished' with the Draft, he would have lived the life of many his age - Scientist - comes to mind when I think of George. Great Ambassador as well. So humble. A natural educator on any topic. Crying in the rain -

    • @barbarakawamoto8991
      @barbarakawamoto8991 5 місяців тому +2

      I could listen to The Highwaymen all day & night & start all over again the next morning. God Bless you Kris for "Why Me"

  • @rostallar4243
    @rostallar4243 3 роки тому +30

    No egos among these four great singers performers,
    may the lord continue to bless these four,
    True country singers, writers, ❤️💚❤️💚🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺!

    • @barbarakawamoto8991
      @barbarakawamoto8991 5 місяців тому

      Love this song with all my heart. ❤ Thank you Kris.

  • @DIANA-rv7zn
    @DIANA-rv7zn 2 місяці тому +2

    Rest in Peace Kris and Thank you for the beautiful Songs. Hope I see jou in Haven!🙏💜🌹
    Wishes from Switzerland Would Fan. 🇨🇭😢

  • @vasilijeblagojevic1880
    @vasilijeblagojevic1880 5 років тому +40

    Jesus, my soul's in your hand!!!

  • @HelmutStocker_Yc
    @HelmutStocker_Yc 2 роки тому +9

    Lord help me Jesus, my soul is in your hand. 🌹
    Nakupenda malaika

  • @planB-john
    @planB-john 3 роки тому +12

    For our brothers in arms ,lest we forget! NEVER ON MY BEHALF. THANK YOU SO !

  • @RDS60
    @RDS60 2 місяці тому +2

    The greatest song writers of all time rest in peace Waylon and Johnny will be glad to see an ole friend again

  • @LillianRossi-j4b
    @LillianRossi-j4b 8 місяців тому +4

    Thank you for this tribute to our veterans..Love this song.

  • @tacklecentralfishing1051
    @tacklecentralfishing1051 2 роки тому +35

    I can't help but smile every time I listen/watch these videos. So damn good.

  • @allenjones6737
    @allenjones6737 7 днів тому

    Rest with Jesus Nikki, you were one of a kind💐

  • @merlynwells
    @merlynwells 6 місяців тому +2

    This means so much to so many of us of a ertain generation❤

  • @hhill4413
    @hhill4413 4 місяці тому +1

    Born Wednesbury 1937.Very proud to be a Black Country Mon. Remember Jack Holden on his regular training stint,from Tipton down Dudley Street Wednesbury turn right up Great Western street,where I used to live left into Potters lane,then left back into Dudley street,then back um to Tipton. The kids used to follow him part of his journey. Reminds me of the " Rocky" film. Great times So proud of Jack Holden were the Black Country people.

  • @eliseiolah5343
    @eliseiolah5343 2 місяці тому +4

    Rest in peace,Kris!

  • @kansaskid8939
    @kansaskid8939 2 місяці тому +1

    I will miss this man's works. He was a true artist. RIP Kris. This song inspires me every time I hear it. I has a sad

  • @Bryan-p4m
    @Bryan-p4m 13 днів тому +1

    All the time i listen ma friend ✌️💙

  • @Merry-v4s
    @Merry-v4s 5 місяців тому +1

    This is going to be played at my funeral I love song

  • @karenchristian1392
    @karenchristian1392 2 місяці тому +1

    R.I.P Kris. Another legend gone 💙

  • @wwhytue
    @wwhytue 3 роки тому +11

    Thank you Lord for Kris, what a great and humble man of God, the Lord bless your soul 🙏🏻

  • @zoomba31
    @zoomba31 4 роки тому +31

    this song reminds me of my dad. RIP Big Bob love you pops..

  • @jerrymarshall2095
    @jerrymarshall2095 18 днів тому

    That is incredibly moving.those boys love the lord

  • @corneliadenninger5395
    @corneliadenninger5395 5 років тому +31

    What a great song!! Written by kris kristofferson. 5☆☆☆☆☆!!!
    Thank you to the Highwaymen for sharing this great performance. / CD

  • @lorettajones5076
    @lorettajones5076 3 роки тому +9

    This will be sung at my funeral..

  • @eddieconnor8864
    @eddieconnor8864 Рік тому +2

    I had to learn this song. I experienced the same awaking as Chris.

  • @JoeFoster-n9p
    @JoeFoster-n9p Рік тому +3

    This song makes us all think of god who gave us this great band. They will live in are hearts forever.❤

  • @MegaDean1995
    @MegaDean1995 2 місяці тому

    RIP Kris. Now when you reach the pearly gates you can finally sing it to him

  • @TihetrisWeathersby
    @TihetrisWeathersby 2 місяці тому +2

    RIP Kris Kristofferson, An Icon

  • @LillianRossi-j4b
    @LillianRossi-j4b 8 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for the salute to our veterans...Love this.

  • @narelledearden1189
    @narelledearden1189 3 роки тому +14

    A beautiful rendition of this wonderful song & sung by my favourite singer & a lovely man.

  • @chuckg2016
    @chuckg2016 2 роки тому +6

    A more incredible group will not be found.

  • @suecollins1991
    @suecollins1991 2 місяці тому

    Saw the Highwaymen years ago. What a performer he was!! RIP, Kris, you'll be missed.

  • @reubenrozeyt5716
    @reubenrozeyt5716 3 роки тому +16

    I would understand if Kris started to cry there 2:58
    What a beautiful song and man.

    • @nitalay5317
      @nitalay5317 2 роки тому +2

      You should see the full performance on the live DVD. UA-cam only shows part of the applause and Kris's response. By the end, he is pressing his lips together hard to keep from sobbing.as the audience remains on its feet and his 3 fellow Highwaymen and the entire band are applauding. He is a very emotional man. When he spoke at Johnny Cash's funeral, he could barely keep it together.

  • @trevorrowe9912
    @trevorrowe9912 4 місяці тому +2

    I've been listening to these boys since time began .this is country music at it's best

  • @JoeFoster-wm2ig
    @JoeFoster-wm2ig Рік тому +4

    This song 🎵 is so beautiful. Its so heart ❤felt. They put everything into this song 🎵.

  • @joshbates5710
    @joshbates5710 4 роки тому +13

    Lord help me , Jesus ! Amen !

  • @jennifermarshall5826
    @jennifermarshall5826 10 місяців тому +2

    Omg so emotional

  • @brunosettembrini9542
    @brunosettembrini9542 2 роки тому +3

    Kris,holy rounder,stubbornly indipendent,solitary traveller,wanderful master 🎸🤓

  • @tapiabarberena
    @tapiabarberena Рік тому +6

    Es extraordinario como autor, compositor y lo que más le honra... es que es una excelente persona..
    ¡Chris, esperamos tenerte entre nosotros muchos años más! ❤❤❤❤

  • @marksouther3211
    @marksouther3211 4 роки тому +15

    One best writing ever by Kris!

  • @leahharris5
    @leahharris5 2 місяці тому +2

    ❤. Rest in Peace and Love ❤
    ❤❤ Kris. Kristofferson ❤❤

  • @2000dibbz
    @2000dibbz 2 місяці тому

    RIP KK. Lucky enough to see him at Glastonbury. Legend through and through

  • @kittymeowmeow1330
    @kittymeowmeow1330 4 роки тому +13

    Food for the soul!

  • @BuggsBonnie
    @BuggsBonnie 2 місяці тому +3

    We must protect Willie at all costs ❤ Last Highway Man standing ❤

  • @Joyfully8888
    @Joyfully8888 4 місяці тому +1

    This song always brings me to tears!!

  • @helenheeney2284
    @helenheeney2284 2 роки тому +3

    Gosh he's well just brilliant

  • @johnschoonover5914
    @johnschoonover5914 Місяць тому +2

    R.I.P. KRIS JOHNNY WAYLON!

  • @BizarreCovers
    @BizarreCovers 2 місяці тому +1

    Gutted Kris has died, another childhood legend gone :(

  • @DavidSnowthesnowman
    @DavidSnowthesnowman 2 роки тому +5

    Simply beautiful... 😊🙏

  • @gregsmht40
    @gregsmht40 5 років тому +27

    Powerful 🇺🇸👍🏼

  • @peekster011
    @peekster011 3 роки тому +11

    Wow never knew KK wrote this song. It’s pretty deep. I’m going to have to look into his story

  • @henning5206
    @henning5206 5 років тому +23

    Kris thank you for so great songs all the years. I love to play them with my friends in germany all time. Love you.
    Henning from Stüde

    • @mitchelputman538
      @mitchelputman538 4 роки тому +1

      Henning , Howdy from Texas, A Texan

    • @joshjwillway1545
      @joshjwillway1545 3 роки тому +1

      @@mitchelputman538 howdy from Britain! Country is the best genre

    • @mitchelputman538
      @mitchelputman538 3 роки тому +1

      @@joshjwillway1545 , Big Howdy to you as well . To my friend across the pond . A Texan

  • @gartholdham2422
    @gartholdham2422 2 роки тому +3

    ...Now that I know that I've needed you so...

  • @JoeFoster-wm2ig
    @JoeFoster-wm2ig Рік тому +3

    This song bring a tear to the eye. Its so heartfelt.❤❤❤😊

  • @carolegordon876
    @carolegordon876 2 роки тому +5

    I would have loved to see these guys in person. I could die happy. Love 💕 them all so much!!

  • @brunosettembrini9542
    @brunosettembrini9542 2 роки тому +2

    Many many Years ago i started to study and translated in italiano Kris' lyrics and they made me a Better man i'll love you Forever KRIS

  • @fayschneider503
    @fayschneider503 4 роки тому +22

    Love love Love this rendition!

  • @valhaycock4526
    @valhaycock4526 Рік тому +2

    Listening this morning what a privilege

  • @johnmacleod3247
    @johnmacleod3247 4 роки тому +8

    Love this song. Marlain

  • @brianallen858
    @brianallen858 3 роки тому +14

    What a great gig I've been listening for nearly 2 hours, the value for nostalgia is a full heart....

  • @lucylemier3953
    @lucylemier3953 11 місяців тому +2

    All 4 went thru hard times

  • @dariuszmarkiewicz7099
    @dariuszmarkiewicz7099 2 місяці тому +4

    RIP😢

  • @godoydomingo3682
    @godoydomingo3682 Рік тому +3

    El mejor country del mundo gracias 🙂

  • @michaelquirk9453
    @michaelquirk9453 4 роки тому +16

    When you become a Christian, you are not perfect, but forgiven by Jesus, who is perfect...& our Judge.

  • @WillHawkes.538
    @WillHawkes.538 3 роки тому +8

    Look up the dictionary definition of ‘powerful’. An amazing songwriter, and a credit to the United States of America. The American dream in a nutshell (with a little bit of a good ol’ fashioned Oxford education). Not biased in the slightest.