This is one of those songs which is best appreciated with eyes closed so that the imagery of its lyrics can play through your mind. There's only a handful of songwriters in history who composes songs like Don McLean. He's one of the best of all time.

@phyllisnunn2061

2 жыл бұрын

I just did this exact thing: listened with eyes closed! Brings back so many memories... I almost wore this record out playing it over & over in the '70s. Wonder why it was never a hit on the radio?

@voightkampff7399

8 ай бұрын

Absolutely.

"For I will not be part of her cocktail generation, partners waltz devoid of all romance, the music plays and everyone must dance, I'm bowing out I need a second chance." 'Have always loved that lyric.

@rosiesexson2015

2 жыл бұрын

Alot of people have really felt this one time or anothe. I know I have felt this way. I have to say it's a song that still touches many people

@mattwalker5129

2 жыл бұрын

Maclean would open up his show with this song. I used to call this disc jockey in Houston, on KLOL, and request this song back when I was 15. The guy always recognized my voice, my adenoidal, cracking voice, and he would always play my request.

@seangough7098

2 жыл бұрын

Always been my favourite of his

@davidthompson62

2 жыл бұрын

That’s the meat and potatoes of the song, everyone loves it!

@devkenn

2 жыл бұрын

A clinic in lyric composition. How the heck do you write that!!!! Special.

How can one possess so much talent. Lyrics, guitar skills, and vocal skill

Don McLean.... what an awesome talent, and the phrasing and timing he uses when he sings make his songs so special. He has a wonderful voice.

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years..💞💞🙏💓...you can drop your email address or WhatsApp contact below for more details about my upcoming concert /Touri album 🎶🎊🎤🎤🎤🎤🎹🎹thanks 💞

The smiling is just for one reason: he enjoys the song as much as we do! Don Maclean: a great singer / song writer that will be remembered forever and ever! :)

@kirbykeller2623

3 жыл бұрын

Or he's thinking about hitting the strat player over the head with his guitar.

this is a hauntingly beautiful song

@janisadams3802

2 жыл бұрын

I wrote almost the same thing on another site!

I saw Don McLean in Belfast several years ago. The most wonderful concert I've ever been to; Mr McLean is such a gentle man, he couldn't get off the stage. When he finally left it was to a standing ovation. Great writer, great performer, real gentleman. If you ever get the chance go and see him sing live. It will be an unforgettable experience:)

This makes me miss when the world was younger and music was so real. We love you Don, thank you for the beautiful memories through your music!

@RUBENCARLOS1

7 жыл бұрын

The guy on the fender sucks

@stephenbeardwood1567

4 жыл бұрын

I agree shame about his band

@zapkvr

3 жыл бұрын

Music is still real. Youve changed. Own it.

My favorite song of his. Just something about it hits me just right.

@MegaTime2change

9 жыл бұрын

I know the feeling!

@reynardwaltz9815

8 жыл бұрын

Not American Pie??!?! LOL

@stoxmama

3 жыл бұрын

Castles in the Air and Vincent are my favorites.

@thainguyen5160

3 жыл бұрын

Same man just same. The unspoken yearning with this feeling of nostalgia

@timothyjepson6457

3 жыл бұрын

Same. Don't know why.

Castles In The Air is such an aspirational song that I think everybody at some time another wants to escape to a much simpler life than we lead now. His words and melody roll like the hills he recedes to in his efforts to get real and no longer live the fascade of our "status" focussed society. The man is a genius of lyric and plectrum.

@neilf.anderson

Жыл бұрын

So very true! Can't get this masterpiece out of my head.

one of the greatest singer song writers of all time , god bless him

Ahhhhh, Don McLean. My stress fades away when I hear his voice.

My favorite McClean song laced by lovely vocals and grand guitar accompaniment. Don is an excellent guitarist, a fact that's been lost into the pages of time.

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💖

@gerrydooley951

2 жыл бұрын

me to

I never tire of listening to this beautiful song. I could just put this on a continuous loop and play it forever 😄

One of the twenty or so greatest songs of the 20thCentury. The melody is exquisite, full of feeling and emotion and exaltation yet the singer's voice remains detached, matter of fact almost cold - never succumbing to that emotional tide (and so enhancing and complimenting it), the flow of the song is so natural.. this is sublime.

@zapkvr

6 жыл бұрын

Parasmunt or complEmenting. You are delightfully welcome

@michele21auntiem

4 жыл бұрын

He is own man. His songs made me want to be a better guitar player. Back when you had to order sheet music i saved to get this. As i got better i could figure out the songs without the sheet music. But his lyrics and melodies are special.

@ace-gj3wn

2 жыл бұрын

Im barely finding Don McLean. Can you help me on my musical journey by recommending music you think I should hear? The more the better.

@voulafisentzidis8830

2 жыл бұрын

@@ace-gj3wn so many singer/songwriters of that period. Depending on your interests, try Cat Stevens, Jim Croce, Neil Diamond, Simon & Garfunkel, Van Morrison.

@kristianlara6700

Жыл бұрын

What's the other 19

So full of peace. So full of nice harmonies. So Don McLean.

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💕💕💕...

my favorite Don McLean song.

Have loved this song for many years. Don McLeans' voice is beautiful and so is the melody. I like the lyrics...the yearning for simplicity of and the stress free country life. This beautiful song will forever stay as one of Don's best !

His voice is so melodic and makes me really feel.

I just love this. When I was a young aspiring musician, I played this tune in local clubs.

Don was one of the greatest singers and songwriter of all time! Thanks for all the memories!

Has there and will there ever be a lyricist/acoustic guitar player like Don McClean?.....his voice is instantly recognisable and hits you right between the eyes ....fantastic

I once knew someone who loved this song, way back at the start of the 1970s. I didn't. But now I do. Nearly 50 years on! WTF, I ask myself! This tune is timeless.

Such a great handsome singer songwritter

My parents split in 1982. I was 5 years old and it was rough. They had a tough road at times. This is my dads song. I think it was always his aspiration. He played it many times. Stayed with me. Well, somehow they reconciled and in 1998 it turned to shit again. And again, they came back. 51 years now and while those Castle’s in the Air was probably his true feelings; they found a way and truely love each other more than ever. I don’t know how. I can’t but then love did concur all. Now he’s 77 and battling with his health. And my mum, there caring for him. What I can say. I always wonder what kept them together. After all these years, I see it. Despite it all, it’s there. It’s not explainable. It just is. This song is a masterpiece. Don, if only you knew what this song has meant. To me and my parents. Thank you somehow.

A poet is singing his beautiful poem~

A classic, soothing Don McLean what a voice, what a song, sinks in when you close your eyes

This has always been my favorite Don McLean song. It's amazing. Love it still

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💖

I love his voice

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💕💕💕....

Always play this song when I travel through the snowy mountains in Australia

My personal favorite. My wife and I were both surprised he didn't play it when we saw him back in February at the Birchmere.

@420TheWaterBucket69

9 жыл бұрын

I was there, that disappointed me as well.

one of the most beautifulest songs ever written and ever sung.

One of my favorite songs of Don McLean. Flawless voice!

Love your music Mr McLean, thank you, have been listening for many years and your heart and talent are a truely good friend xxxx

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years..💞💞🙏💓...you can drop your email address or WhatsApp contact below for more details about my upcoming concert /Touri album 🎶🎊🎤🎤🎤🎤🎹🎹thanks 💞

The lyrics the sounds and good old DM and that smile he manages, aaah it's Devine!

Toda vez que eu escuto essa músia me lembro de bons momentos da minha vida 😍

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hola Gracias por su amor y apoyo que me ha traído hasta aquí, ha sido un momento difícil para mí pasar por esto, pero su amor y apoyo me mantiene firme y firme en estos tiempos difíciles. Leí sus conmovedores comentarios y realmente agradezco todo lo que ha hecho por mí a lo largo de los años. Es una temporada de amor para mí, así que decidí poner una sonrisa en los rostros de mis fans yendo a mi canal de KZread y mirando a mis fans, para poder comunicarme mejor con mis fans a través de discusiones sobre profundidad y humor. escuchando cumplidos y críticas a mi carrera.

such a great song ,heard this on Radio 2 driving home and thought id check it out....trouble is I keep playing it

Wonderful song , his best I think

This song, is one of my all time favorites. Truly amazing, so many memories to it.

probably his best song, I love it!

Still my very favorite song that Don has ever done...and I

beautiful song great singer !!!

Such a beautiful ballad !. The lyrics are absolutely marvellous. How many millions would not love to enjoy the country life ? Unlike me he will get a second chance....

Was a big hit in Australia.

This is still my favourite of all his songs, just close my eyes and I'm there. Love it ❤️

Can anyone else make a guitar sing like Don Mclean. You could almost think the instrument was invented for the beautiful sounds he brings forth from it. My favorite Don song of all time. There's been some covers but this is the very best.

I feel like an eagle flying over “hills of forest green” when I hear this song. I’m glad it didn’t blow the charts because we didn’t hear it too much and so we never tire of this beautiful song

I really enjoy his nostalgic songs

I completely agree with CJT.......this is a much under-rated composition of McLean's - a rich girl/poor boy 'love across the class divide' which many artists have tried to cover (such as Rod Stewart's "Lady Day" from 1970's album Gasoline Alley). Though the B side of "Vincent", this track was originally from his album "Tapestry". On his superb 1976 live album "SOLO", McLean merges this beautiful song with "Three Flights Up" (another song from "Tapestry") in a heartbreaking yet superb delivery ....dig it out.... it;s well worth it !

Always loved this song

I love Don's music and lately I find myself listening to this music right before I go to sleep something about the words that get to me.

I'm back again.Still love, love ,love this song.Listen to it several times a day,

A very special singer songwriter , makes it look easy

LOVE Don Mclean!

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💕💕💕...

I echo the same plea that gusmacgregomusic posted... this song and this particular post of it are both treasures. I am a proud country woman and I smile to myself each and every time Don sings that line...

@Kelly-nm4kw

2 жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 , How are you doing?

This song alone, is the 'sleeper' of the whole century. And too bad...♡

"Criminally overlooked" is an apt description of this hidden gem.

I agree with DonRavings - there IS a timelessness to this lovely song - Sean from Trinidad.

Ein Kunstwerk,. So wie es ist, ist es perfekt. Danke Don und an die Musikanten

Don hit #36 in Billboard, 12-26-81. God bless ya, for postin' it. Thanx! Have a great week.

Para os amantes de uma ótima música!

l love this song ever since i was young.

@Kelly-nm4kw

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Christina, How are you doing?

Came upon this accidently.now I play it constantly Love the ,also Vincent and the day the music died. I love the way he sings. saw him on Larry's diner not too long ago. his looks may have changed(haven't we all) but the voice is still great

Takes me back too a simpler time and things didn't seem so bad miss those days

great song, great singer.. Thanks for posting

Another beautiful song by Don McLean. There is no need to say anything; he said it all.

Don mclean is the man. so much emotion in his voice and of course in his songs. if he ever comes to england again i will be there.

Forever loving Don Mclean!!!

Wonderful song. Thanks for posting

Thanks for posting. Don McLean gave us so many touching songs.

Great post. This shows so well his great vocals, pretty darn good guitar, and his warm personality. Wish he were still 35 and belting out these tunes on tour annually.

One of the great songs of all time! Thanks for posting!

Beautiful.Forgot a bout this one. thanx.

thanks so much for posting this!!! I love this live reindition...I agree this song is criminally overlooked..It has such a deep message for just speaking about simple mundane life..

This is one of my all time favorites of Don's His lyrics and guitar picking in this seem to carry you off to an On the road trip, or just driving through the country up in the mountains. Just the best there is!

Don McLean and Michael Nesmith. Such essential part of my childhood, LPs played by my big brother when I was just a little kid… they will always be mine.

Nice Song...Amazing Voice!!!

you are my favorite singer. so good!

As wonderful as ever ... music and such meaningful words. X

Beautiful..........:)

A CLASSIC.. THANKS FOR MAKING US ENJOY IT... GREAT.

Thank you for posting this

Great. And Don's 70s hair is fabulous

Beautiful lyrics, love this song!

i aways listening old songs especially John denver's song

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

... Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years. It’s a season of love😍❤️❤️ for me and so I decided to put a smile on the faces of my fans by going through my KZread channel and checking out on my fans, so I can get to communicate with my fans better through discussion of depth and humor listening to o and criticism of my career.💞💞🙏💖💕💕💕

great posting, great song!

absolutely, and the recording of 'Vincent' is prossibly the most perfect song of all time!

I love him so much!! He was my first love.😊

This made the Big LIst, the first , best music of the entire net - 200 song list.

@donmclean8257

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there Thanks for your love and support that has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times. I do read your heartwarming comments and I truly appreciate all you’ve done for me throughout the years..💞💞🙏👍👍👍

Such an amazing piece of lyrical art. Can help but feeling something.

Awesome song. He was amazing with the songs he sang in the 70's

A totally underrated songwriter and performer.

@fritzcat6198

9 ай бұрын

Are you kidding? What’s “underrated “ about him? Are you new to this country?

I LOVE YOU DON< please don't stop singing......

My favorite of his beautiful songs!!! The words!

I remember listening to him when i was in grade school in the early 70's. I remember this and many many other greats he sang to the world on a.m. radio. things will never be that good again, or maybe I was just too young to realize the problems of the world. Vietnam was just a word on the news to me then.

“I’m city born but I love the country life”

Beautiful, beautiful song is all I can say...🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

Essa musica é maravilhosa!!! recorda minha juventude eu amooooooooo ♥

Thanks for posting this.

I enjoyed this very much.