I was passing through Eugene Oragon , many years ago. I didn’t have any money on me because Oragon didn’t have any ATM’s yet. So me and my friend stopped by the Salvation Army that serves meals. While waiting outside, we had seen a train pull into town & people had jumped off and came to this place. Before the dinner, everyone sat through a church service. A lot of torn & taddered people all around. When it came time to sing , everyone sang this song, I closed my eyes, it was as good as any church singing could sound across the land, but a place full of Hobo’s! God was there. May I never forget it. Amen. We will see you again Arlo

@markwallow6776

Ай бұрын

I wished I could have been there w/u

Woody Guthrie was a National Icon. And Arlo carries on where his dad left off. 💙💙💙💙

he's a class act, right down to his shoes.

@lorilandtexas5180

4 жыл бұрын

Arlo has no idea how he has changed the world. Í would have died one night until Arlo made me laugh. And that kept me alive

@poemstogothefirst

3 жыл бұрын

You said it.

This is pure talent. Any one who can talk about a subject different from the song he is playing, and without making mistakes on his beautiful hymn. He is saying some truths

@richardkougasian7866

Жыл бұрын

That is the magic that is Arlo. His Daddy's son. He's getting older now. It concerns me to no end who will carry the torch for the future. All the folk artists from the 50's and 60's have either died or aged out of performing. I realize it's a different world now. I just don't want to live in it.

@richardkougasian7866

Жыл бұрын

Agreed with much

@richardkougasian

Жыл бұрын

All grand.

I'm so glad I found this! Arlo Guthrie is a great storyteller!🤗❤🙏

@judythompson8227

5 ай бұрын

I come here to chill. He has that effect...

This man has been this man his whole life. Amazing grace. Arlo is one of the ups in the world. God bless him

Love this version. Amazing Grace was written in 1772 and published in 1779 by an Anglican clergyman who had been in the slave trade. He learned his lesson and changed his life. Thus, we have this song. At first it was recited in church and then it was set to music with about twenty different melodies. The version we usually hear today was written in 1835 by William Walker. It is said to be perhaps the most well-known folk song around the world.

@bethbenditt803

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the history behind the song!

@daren8875

2 жыл бұрын

The movie about this slavery trader turned anti- slavery person is very moving! Thank God people can see the light and change!

@Skyhors3

Жыл бұрын

The tune was known to captured Africans, uttered below decks in their hour of desperation.

@pamgoodloe-finney

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information .🤗🙏

@ruthpaul7572

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the history of this song I love this version

I got to meet Arlo last fall after a concert, he was exactly as I imagined him being such a down to earth person with an authentic liking for everyone that was around. I now have an autographed LP in a frame hanging on my wall which is now my pride and joy...even over the unopened Roy Orbison LP! What a great person and family he has!

@roscoeclark5974

3 жыл бұрын

This is what the real people are truly About.Its all about the Spirit of Sharing ones Good Gift past down through Music. Thanks Arlo !&Peace

@claudiajames891

2 жыл бұрын

Lucky you! 🙂

@SteffiPilzRanchurlaub

2 жыл бұрын

Same here... I met Arlo at Berlin, when I visited my friend Billy Bragg. This was a very special moment for me.

Arlo is a national treasure.

@DrCarlaSeleme

5 жыл бұрын

Michael Lunburg it is my humble opinion that Arlo is a world treasure. And the moment we make contact with other world he will become an intergalactic treasure.

@sharonpaulson4067

4 жыл бұрын

So was his dad.!

@LetArtsLive

4 жыл бұрын

Yes and he should have got the medal of freedom

@gillygil8747

4 жыл бұрын

@@sharonpaulson4067 : Sharon, you and I seem to think alike on this issue. I was not surprised to see your response.

@oldbat2ccats

4 жыл бұрын

LetArtsLive Yes. ! Instead it was thrown away on an evil divisive snake. We love you and your message Arlo

They played this song at my Dad's funeral and they will play it at mine. Why? Because it means something. A great deal.

Honoured to be named after this wonderful man. Mum and dad were big fans, as am I.

How can you help but love Arlo Guthrie? I can listen for hours. God Bless you Arlo

Anyone watching in 2020...WoW

@janicesladek8418

3 жыл бұрын

In the midst of the craziness on 2020 I have once again discovered the magnificent Mr Arlo Guthrie. I was a fan after Woodstock so Yes I am watching in 2020 and thoroughly enjoying it and feeling uplifted xxx

@texasburbie

3 жыл бұрын

I have to watch him every Thanksgiving! Alice! ❤️

@texasburbie

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Me 🙋‍♀️ And go Arlo! I’m a 60’s baby and love him!

@janm62

3 жыл бұрын

@@janicesladek8418 he is one in a million!

@mbjsrl

3 жыл бұрын

Been listening for about 50 years (since Alice's Restaurant appeared on my father's record player...)

"It's a bring your own God church." One of my favorite lines ever.

Love this man full stop ❤❤❤

Arlo has made the world a better place.

I.just love this guy, he is not just a talented singer but he is so funny! Love sense of humor. He cracks me up! ♥️😂

Arlo, you are a gift. thank you for all the smiles

I have loved his music almost forever. Ever since I was a kid. No one holds a candle to Arlo. I love this!

God Bless You my God Sent Hippie Brother or hes an Alien like Hank Sr. Blaze, Merle, Prine and you and your Gift you have shared with us all...Omg lets not forget Willie,Waylon, Chip, Dylan well you get the point

I can’t help about remember 16 years ago, November, a young boy playing this for me with his harmonica in a dark time in a hospital ICU waiting room as he waited for his grandfather to pass. Amazingly, Arlo spoke in this video what the young boy knew then. In a world so troubled a small smile or hug or a song on a harmonica could make a difference in this world to a troubled person. Amazing Grace.

Arlo may be th son of one of Americas greatest poets, But Arlo should be recognised for HIS talent. As an Aussie, I think he is up there with some of the greatest. Wonderful story teller. :)

@RaechelleBennett782

5 жыл бұрын

This post should have thousands of likes by now!!! THIS IS SO TRUE!!!! Arlo you are one of a kind!!!! So blessed to have you walk this earth spreading your love and messages of hope and peace everywhere. Thank you!!

Just what I needed to see and hear during this COVID-19 period of isolation. Arlo can make you feel better just listening to his story telling.

@claudiajames891

2 жыл бұрын

He is definitely a one of a kind storyteller! 🙂

@lorrainepaul5928

2 жыл бұрын

I heard this version years ago and immediately said to my relatives, this is the version I want at my funeral!!

@MrPlankinton

2 жыл бұрын

I defied isolation. I had no problems. Arlo does inspire.

@robertadupree7656

Жыл бұрын

Bless your heart Arlo, thank you so much for All your stories and all your songs; you are just an American legend 👏

Absolutely beautiful, I play blues harmonica and know how difficult this is to play slow, well done Arlo!!!!!!!😎👍🎶🎶🎵🎶

Arlo is one of my favorite neighbors, here in the Last Free State in America, Florida. Great man, living a great life.

This one brings tears to my eyes, even with the humor! Thanks Arlo!

What an Amazing, graceful stream of kindness and love! Right on time Arlo!

"I don't mean to be talk'n so much" Arlo, your talk'n is as great as your sing'n. God Bless You, Sir.

Poignant song. This history of this song is worth searching out.

Arlo always told a wonderful story, both in his music and in his songs

I love watching these videos. They bring me joy. And hope. Thank you Arlo!

Absolutely Beautiful

I love Arlo. He is an awesome musician, story teller and humanitarian. He so inspritional. And I love his hair;

Thank you, Arlo. I've been a fan for 50 years, and I loved your Dad's music as well. God bless you for all that your music has given us.

He is over the top wonderful.

I'd like to see Arlo once before I go. Maybe even a jam. I know it's a pipe dream. But sometimes ya never know. Arlo your devoted servant in music.

I'm 65 now, but in my youth I went to see him 3 times, never a disappointment, thanks Arlo for keeping on keeping on

@guthriesfirstson2630

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Andrea Richard, I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️

I have asked my son to have this version played at my funeral. Thx arlo....love ya

I said FIFTY people a day Walkin' in, singin' a bar of Amazing Grace,and walkin' out,They may think it's a Movement, ;) Arlo they might indeed .Thank you for the music and the smile .

Thanks for the reminder, One Big Family.

I never get tired of this song, sang the way Arlo does it...been a fan since 1968❣️✌️

Love the storytelling during the song, especially about how everyone around the world being one big family... that's the way it should be ‼️

Arlo Guthrie!!! A national treasure!! Beautiful! Thank you.

Bring your own god church. Your own heart, your own mind. Thank you Arlo.

@kennywebb3196

3 жыл бұрын

Right On

❤ my favorite hymn. Thanks Arlo

Arlo's little talk in this song is great! Love you Arlo!!!

Thank you for your generosity of spirit. It has given me more smiles, laughs, tears for one reason or another, and the best damn feelings a human can experience.

Good job, Arlo! You were always a sweet breath of fresh air. You still are... Thanks brother.

He sure could entertain you with great humor & even greater in song.🐞🎧🎼🎶.Cheers🥂. Thanks for sharing

I loved this song long before it became everybody's favorite. I still love it.

between the story telling and singing of songs that everyone seems to know, there's a light heartedness that makes you love arlo. so glad I found him on KZread bc he is special.

Been lovin Arlo and family 40 yrs! No one sings Amazing Grace like him!!🌹

Sometimes you just need to hear Arlo put things in perspective. 🥰

This song will always be relevant because it a universal message. Timeless in its message to all that will follow. Take head children and remember the teaching of those who are old and have experienced the world and learned the worlds lessons.

Arlo and Pete, thank you for all the good times and the great music. Awesome my friends!

Amazing Grace how SWEET the Sound. Jesus is Lord and God.

Every Thanksgiving Arlo & Pete Seeger would do a concert at Carnegie Hall, never missed any concert. I lived 3 houses down from Woody in Coney Island.

I love this song and the story you tell, Mr. Guthrie. It reminds me when I went to church, as a kid 14 or 15, on our holler. There was this old guy that would be there and I would always go early to talk with him, before church started. He always had old wore out clothes on and most times smelled like he hadn't taken a bath in a few days. He had his old beat up guitar and he would always play me "Wildwood Flower". He could play that as good as any musician I ever heard. Whenever church would get ready to start I would try to get him to go inside, with me, and listen to the Preachers and singers. But, he never would. I guess he thought they didn't want him in there cause he had worn out clothes and didn't smell very good. I went inside sat down and started listening to them. But, I couldn't shake the feeling that the church was some how less than full. So, I went back outside and sat with him on the porch and we listened to them from there. I would usually go on Saturday nights and he was usually there. I would always talk with him and listen to the preaching and singing with him to. This has been on my mind, lately, and I'm gonna write a song about it. Cause there's nothing else I can do. I believe he's in Heaven now and not having to deal with all his pain. Once again, thanks for singing this song and telling that story, Mr. Guthrie. Every time I listen to it I end up crying. May God bless you and your family. Gene Bellamy

@guthriesfirstson2630

2 жыл бұрын

Hello gene Bellamy, I thank you for just being an amazing fan - over the years and following my music even from so far away. Seriously - I’m so grateful to be able to share my music 🎶 to the world ♥️

Absolutely an American Treasure. A treasure for the ages

Arlo continues to touch our soul with his talent and sincerity!

Listen to Arlo ‘cause the world keeps right on suckin! He’ll make you feel better.

NO ONE TELLS THE ORIGINATING STORY OF AMAZING GRACE AS ARLO DOES! HE ISM GRACEFULLY AMAZING!!!

One of my favorite artists singing one of my favorite songs... ❤❤❤

If this world didn’t suck you would have to go along way to make a difference. Best thing I heard all week

A single positive comment or gesture can make someone's day in ways we know nothing about. Push love, push kindness and above all TEACH COMPASSION ✌🏼❤️🎶

A ray of sunshine in a Time of Troubles. Deep Winter now, both for our civilization and for the Northern hemisphere.

Thank you Arlo, what a treasure you are.

There are no coincidences, God bless y'all from Indiana USA

how sweet the sound and it's 4 mins to christmas eve 2019 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Love it

RIP PETE. Thank you Arlo for your humanity

@irishsetterarchie

7 жыл бұрын

After the Columbine shooting, a teen from another local high school was interviewed by a local news person. She said that out of the horror of Columbine we all need to treat our fellow human beings with more humanity. Thankfully, she is absolutely right!

@stevehill266

6 жыл бұрын

Johnny cash

@johnhowarth8336

4 жыл бұрын

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He is a product of his Father's humble upbringing. Woody Guthrie along with leadbelly and many others resonated with the workers, those struggling. Arlo lived in the shadow of Huntington's Disease that took Woody's life. Bob Dillon along with so many others had Woody on a pedestal. Bear a thought for Arlo as Huntingon's being heritdatry lived with the fear of inheriting the faulty gene. Majorie, Woody's wife and Arlo 's mother wrote the preface in a book I have called"Living with Huntington's disease". They as a family fought the demons. Thank God it appears Arlo skipped the faulty gene (50-50%) and has lived out to be able to share his talent with us today. God Bless.

His amazing grace is needed more than ever. Thank you Guthrie's for keeping us tuned up.

Amazing artist , gets you in the gut and the ❤️

Arlo Guthrie, Hero of the Revolution

I think the harmonica has been very underestimated, but maybe it is so few that is this good .,made my day

I wish Arlo would come out of retirement. We need his vibe now more than ever.

I have always loved this song....

How much Arlo's music is needed in these trying and tragic times. God Bless Arlo and his family.

@donnafowler6663

3 жыл бұрын

At more Arlo Guthrie

@donnafowler6663

3 жыл бұрын

We want more so Guthrie

@andreapemberton6839

2 жыл бұрын

Amen! Thank you!

After watching this video... all of a sudden I want to be a nicer person.

@waltermirren7957

10 жыл бұрын

It worked for me. Arlo has that effect on people. What a beautiful man he is.

@BigWaveDav1

10 жыл бұрын

I certainly hope so! The world needs nicer people!

@kwestmusic1

8 жыл бұрын

+Walter Mirren Yep. He has that effect on me too. Years and years of that effect. A good reminder of how we can be better human beings...XXOO

@kwestmusic1

8 жыл бұрын

+Alex Hutchings me too Alex.

@sr4663

4 жыл бұрын

Perfect Whine Come to the One who Arlo is singing about. He transforms sinners into saints by grace through faith.

My dad used to play the harmonica!! I love this rendition!!

So much wisdom in these words. God bless all !

He speaks from the heart

Man, his Dad would be so freakin proud of Arlo.

Arlo is always from the heart! THE lesson for us right in this moment today! God willing.

I have a great story relevant to now, from the late 60s... In the late 60's Vietnam era, Genda's fiance' and high school sweet heart was drafted and sent to Vietnam. They planned to be married as soon as he got back to the States. 2 weeks after he was deployed, he was killed in action. Grieving and pregnant with her beloved's child, she had some paperwork to fill out in Washington DC, which just happened to be in the middle of a huge anti war demonstration. She looked around, feeling so lost and overwhelmed... seemed like the timing couldn't have been worse. There to handle some of her late finance's Vietnam death documents, she felt intimidated by the crowd demonstrating. Just when she was at her lowest point, some hippie guy caught her eye and left the crowd to talk with her. He said, "You just lost someone dear to in the war, didn't you.." And she tearfully nodded. He embraced her and held her while she wept. Turned out that hippie was Arlo. She's never forgotten his kindness to her in her darkest hour. Aril's always been like that... been there for others. Glenda is on life support right now, her son all grown up, by her side and I've sent this to her family to play by the bedside...We hope for a miracle... Love you ADG. XXOO

@wilddaisy100

8 жыл бұрын

+Kitty West Thank you for sharing.

@kwestmusic1

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reading it, Wilddaisy... Most everyone I know has at least one beautiful, moving story about Arlo. He sure does walk his talk. Glenda, btw, is still unresponsive on life support. We're still hoping for a miracle. XXOO

@wilddaisy100

8 жыл бұрын

thoughts and prayers from here for Glenda, her family and you. xoxo. If she has to leave this world, leaving with Arlo's music as she goes would be a beautiful exit from here. Bring Your Own God. and one big family, how awesome is that thought??? We need more Arlo's----and the entire Guthrie Family in this world. Sure would be a better place.

@kwestmusic1

8 жыл бұрын

XXOO

@FlatMarble

8 жыл бұрын

Praying for her, Kitty. Thanks, for sharing. I love this song and the story Arlo tells. Gene Bellamy

I love this guy always have ever since the city of New Orleans

I wanna go down to Alice's and hang out with you, Woody, Pete and the rest of the gang. You make me smile Arlo - I like that.

God Bless Arlo. What a wonderful treasure for us one and all 😊❤️✌️

Thank you for sharing your love storytelling - your are the best. Arlo!

Arlo, you are the best storyteller in the history of the world! I love you...

I met you, Arlo. We sat together with you at a Holiday Inn back in 1980 when you told me that the name of Jesus meant nothing at all when it was compared to what you have believed once about JESUS. Like when you and James Taylor were writing a song together and every time that Name was written "look down on me Jesus help me make a stand" I reminded you, Arlo.. when you told me that you could have just said "Asparagus" and it would have been the same as if you had written JESUS I asked you "What if Asparagus was playing tonight? Not "Arlo" but "Asparagus" who would have shown up ? you agreed back then. Or did you? It took us 4 hours of sorting this all out according to common sense. We did hug each other and agree in the end.. and I guess you may have gotten it? Amazing GRACE? Why would any of us need that?

@karenkolbin

4 жыл бұрын

all that being said.. We love you very much.. For us it's not about religion or politics. It's about TRUTH.. Reality and genuine faith in JESUS.. I think you told us then that is how your wife was holding on while raising so many children without you being present to help her. How you wanted most to be a good husband and father. Like most of us "peasants" right?

I love his songs all the stories that go along with them

@barbaramartini4553

Жыл бұрын

Any chance you could add to the (City of New Orleans) without changing the playlist?

Arlo is a blessing for us all.

You continue to get better with age; like a fine wine❣️Thank you for all the joy you've brought to us over the years❤️🤍✌🏿✌🏻🥳🥁😍🚁😘👨🏾‍⚖️🧝‍♀️🇺🇸😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️💃

Ah.... Arlo....I always knew you were with us...... God Bless Brother

He has been a guide and hero of mine for 40 plus years....I love Arlo Guthrie. Peace

Happy New Year 2024 this song is still very much ALIVE

Beautiful stories Arlo!! ❤

I love what he says - so wonderful he is passing on so much of his father's message and even more of his own.