I miss the world that was wholesome enough to bring us this .

@nickrich56

Жыл бұрын

The state of human nature hasn't changed it's just that most have lost dignity in themselves and others ... so it seems to me at least 😔

@jensesanify

Ай бұрын

I agree wholeheartedly with you!! I miss it too.

@zekegrimm3775

26 күн бұрын

Amen!

@arnewengertsmann9111

11 күн бұрын

@@nickrich56 Nah, that was never better. Problem is, in the past, we didn't have the technology that we could hear everybody. We only ever listened to a select few people. Look at the talk shows of the 80s, 90s and so on. You will find the same problems we see today.

How timely are the lyrics to The Impossible Dream sung so earnestly by Jim Naboors if only the world would listen especially the younger generation.

I truly miss this Patriot… one of our most admired Americans of all time. God bless Jim Nabors forevermore…. 🇺🇸🕊️🇺🇸

He was a incredible man with a golden voice he will be missed

No one else comes close to Jim Nabor's rendition of this song. It is immortal.

@beckycollins3767

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you

@caramelkuo7611

Жыл бұрын

Peter O'toole

@derekstewart5585

Жыл бұрын

Try Glen Campbell's! Absolutely majestic! Then again, try ANYTHING by the late lamented Glen. A vocal giant - and a wizard on the guitar, electric or acoustic.

@denisegeer3027

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful

@veramatthews1364

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing voice !😊

I have always loved Jim Neighbors and I’m 65. I was told he was gay when I was younger but my mother said it’s not for us to judge any man only God can do this and still I love him to this day and hope to see him standing next to Jesus when I come home❤❤❤

@brendabyes5598

2 ай бұрын

I totally enjoy Jim Nabors along with Luther Vandross...who by the way was gay also. Your Mom was right...matters not.

@kevinaltott1667

Ай бұрын

Who cares? Liberacci was that way does that take away from their ability? Or talent?

@SteveSmith-hh2ni

Ай бұрын

you make me want what you have. beautifully said

@bobbycv64

Ай бұрын

This song is all about GOD, not the Marines, please see my post, just look for bobbycv64. We CANNOT judge, only God Judges. Trust me Jim is right there with JESUS right now. I am STRAIGHT, I wish I had 1% percent of the LOVE that Jim shared. GOD Bless you BECKY and GOD Bless us all. GOD IS PERFECT LOVE.

@sharongreen2152

Ай бұрын

not to worry, there will be lots of "Jims" in Heaven. God makes all of us and He makes good people.

When this was aired on tv, my parents were blown away! They had no idea, as did many people, that Jim Nabors could sing like this! Gives me chills, what a talent!

@glennstarkey7087

9 ай бұрын

Agreed the 20th century's best kept secret thank goodness for this clip and the indy 500 to show mr Gol-eeee was also one of the best singers of the 1900s

@marcdewey1242

9 ай бұрын

He sang with the town choir on The Andy Griffith show,but felt guilty about Barney not being allowed to sing the solo.

@1ladyjan1

8 ай бұрын

He will be missed. Love him singing this song, but always sang back home again in Indiana at the 500.

@sandraelder1101

3 ай бұрын

@@marcdewey1242 Yeah, didn’t they have Barney lip sync telling him to keep getting quieter and quieter until he disappeared, telling him the mike was very sensitive. Then Gomer’s voice came through. Hilarious!!!

@pegclinese4286

2 ай бұрын

I am 69 and remember watching this with my mom and dad, and when hw was singing, my bug, strong half of a father was reduced to tears, amazing

Hearing Jim Nabors sing this song had such an impact on my life. I replayed this song in my head for years. it inspired me.

To this day I still get goosebumps when I hear this man sing! You are sorely missed Mr Nabors but still we listen.

@jesusislukeskywalker4294

Жыл бұрын

yep

@davidcardin3271

Жыл бұрын

Yes same here.

@christinewells-leddon9287

11 ай бұрын

Agreed! He, Mario Lanza and Enrico Caruso were voices of my childhood.

@craigdone651

11 ай бұрын

Andrea Bocelli is the best present day voice.

@christinewells-leddon9287

11 ай бұрын

@@craigdone651 Maestro Bocelli is an international treasure.

When the entire family watched TV together without any unspeakable embarrassment.

I never get tired of listening to Jim Nabors. That voice was a true Gift.

@TheHiredGun187

7 ай бұрын

He really had a voice for Gospel music. His version of Our Father still makes my wife get lost in that song

@kencray4453

3 ай бұрын

NBot at all what you would expect from Gomer!

Nobody, and I mean nobody will ever do this song better than Jim Nabors. Goose bumbs all over

I was in the audience for this scene, done at the DAR Hall in Wash DC. We were 5-6 rows watching the singing of the main song. Jim and the band were pre-recorded, but Jim did sing live with the recording, you could easily hear him belting. Got Jim's autograph, and Frank Sutton (Sgt Carter) and Roland Winters (who introduced Gomer to the crowd). I remember Sheldon Leonard there too. A huge day in my life. Dad took us there w/out telling us (in case it was canceled). Then saw Jim decates later, and he remembered it all location and all. What a man, what a time. Why can't the earth have this kind of great time? All we did was take a bus downtown.ADDENDUM-,when we saw Jim in 2002, he told us that was Constitution Hall.

@sammyjo8109

2 жыл бұрын

WOW!A wonderful experience and memory.

@stevenscottoddballz

2 жыл бұрын

*decades

@sarahh.8579

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. How wonderful!

@charminwells7774

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful memory. Ir brought tears to my eyes to see and hear such a wonderful scene. Jim Nabors was definitely an incredibly gifted actor and singer. God blessed him with such an amazing talent that made us laugh and cry. We do not see this kind of entertainment today, nor receive this kind of inspiration from many entertainers today. Thank you again for sharing!🤗

@jeffjulius3107

2 жыл бұрын

so awesome

After more than fifty years,to watch my Gomer Pyle again is a sheer joy!

From 1995 to 1999, Jim Nabors was my neighbor. He lived behind my address at 2 Kulamanu Pl in Kahala Hawaii. He knew everyone by first name, was always a pleasant person to see on the beach, which was about 30 ft from his house. Whenever the President of the US came to Hawaii, Jim vacated his house and it instantly became the Secret Service's electronic command post. He was not compensated for it and he never complained. This went for BOTH political parties.

@CurtisLong-vw8om

3 ай бұрын

He had a real star master voice.

@princessofarchetypes3870

2 ай бұрын

What a great man

@jackiebarnes5609

10 күн бұрын

Awesome having jim as a neighbor. Positively he has a amazing voice.

@Laakona

10 күн бұрын

@@jackiebarnes5609 He never even has ANY musical/voice training.

One of my favorite songs of all time and nobody sings it better than Jim Nabors. R.I.P. PFC Gomer Pyle.

@brendabyes5598

2 ай бұрын

Live Jim Nabors...and....Luther Vandross too.

@platoon2047

26 күн бұрын

@@brendabyes5598 Let's not forget Richard Kiley

I was seven years old when this originally aired on, Nov. 3, 1967, and still remember looking at my WWII Veteran father as tears welled up in his deep blue eyes while he watched 'Gomer', Jim Nabors belting out this beautiful and inspiring song. It was only one of two times I ever saw him cry. I miss you Pop.

@tomhighland301

4 жыл бұрын

Thank You..

@nadinehaney6590

4 жыл бұрын

I was born in 1964, the only daughter of a 41 yr old WWll Veteran who landed on Normandy beach and carried shrapnel in his neck and back and pain in his psyche that caused him to whimper in his sleep 40 yrs after the war ended. He loved this man's singing as well,but the only voice that ever made his blue eyes fill with tears was mine. He died 2 days before father's day in 1984, and I want for him for the last time at his memorial service; easily the hardest thing I have ever done.😥

@MrMenefrego1

4 жыл бұрын

@@nadinehaney6590 *I'm so very sorry that you have to live with that pain in your heart, Nadine. Please know that your father is no longer in pain, he no longer has the horror of those war memories causing him to whimper in the night, nor do his injuries hurt him any longer. Also know that he wants you to be at peace until you are together again. I lost a wife and three children, the last one died on April 16, 2016 and I buried her on her 21st birthday, the most difficult day of my life, it's all a blur to me now. Thankfully, through a friend that is a Medium, my little girl Jessica told me this: "It hurts me to see you in so much pain over my passing, Daddy... always know that I love you and I am happy now, I want and need for you to be happy too. Trust me Daddy, we will be together again, someday." So, I know the pain that you feel every day. God Bless you and your brave father for what he did for all Americans, take good care my friend.*

@ChiefsGirlSince1989

4 жыл бұрын

I was 4 then thank you for the date

@MrMenefrego1

4 жыл бұрын

@@ChiefsGirlSince1989 *YW*

Take that American Idol. Take that The Voice. Take that America's Got Talent. This is what a great singer sounds like!

@crmay72

3 жыл бұрын

AMEN.....!!

@voidsabre_

3 жыл бұрын

Different style of singing, doesn't make this inherently better

@SR-iy4gg

3 жыл бұрын

@@voidsabre_ Jim Nabors had more talent in his pinky finger than most of the so-called singers today.

@shtcare

3 жыл бұрын

@@voidsabre_ Wake up and listen to the voice!!

@sansghost3089

3 жыл бұрын

No autotune, and he stil sounds better than all of them combined!

I was a gardener for a place next to Jim Nabors Honolulu home. I would hear him singing sometimes. I could literally feel the rake handle I was holding resonate. He introduced himself to me once. A nicer guy I'll never meet.

Was fortunate enough to find one of Jim’s first albums at our local thrift store a couple of weeks back. I was born in ‘63 but remember his singing from my childhood.

Had the pleasure and honor of knowing Jim Nabors for almost 40 years. One of kind gentleman and voice. Jim, you are missed.❣

@marsha6549

Жыл бұрын

@indyphotog30 I'd think that Carol Burnett misses him as much as you do. My dad was a career Army officer. He loved the Gomer Pyle USMC sitcom.

@tonypilcher5773

Жыл бұрын

Your lucky. Yes he was a brilliant talent.

@peterdominguez5003

Жыл бұрын

G C 😊

@peterdominguez5003

Жыл бұрын

Ga t 😊😊😊A

@peterdominguez5003

Жыл бұрын

@@marsha6549 The a

This is what a GOD GIVEN VOICE SOUNDS LIKE!!!!

@robinaguinaldo4507

Жыл бұрын

Amen

I was 15 when I heard this song. I love to hear Jim Nabors sang it. God bless all our soldiers alive and who gave their life for God and country.🇺🇸✝️🇺🇸✝️🇺🇸

@mariahall7652

11 күн бұрын

Awesome

I tear up every time I watch this. My Mom has one of his records. I loved listening to him.

Jim Nabors had a perfect voice. Perfect pitch. Perfect command. Perfect tone. Perfect vibrato. You couldn't ask for anything else..

@gaillish8684

Жыл бұрын

Magnificent

@francesbeauchamp4932

Жыл бұрын

I Agree

@dianelemon4276

Жыл бұрын

I went with my mom and a group os seniors to see Jim Nabors somewhere in Illinois. I dont remember the name of the venue but I was lucky enough to be on stage with him along with 4 other ladies and let me say it was the biggest thrill of my life. Had a fantastic time. Great show. When he passed I was so heart broken. One of the best entertainers of all times

@davidstepanski7196

Жыл бұрын

And range

@davidjudge5320

Жыл бұрын

I cry every time and I play this 5 or 6 times a week

Jim Nabors was, by all accounts, a very kind and wonderful man. This song has such hope in it, and we need more of this today! Our young men need something to strive for.

@gingerlanger9551

Жыл бұрын

I agree!!

@pennyhomer6553

Жыл бұрын

Yes

One of the greatest moments in TV history.

What a voice! And it could be heard clearly over the orchestra!

This is the absolute best version I’ve ever heard. Jim Nabors had an amazing voice. I’ve watched this so many times, and each time it’s like hearing him sing for the first time.

I believe Jim Nabors was the greatest vocalist of all time. His voice had volume, depth, range and an undefined beauty. He was just incredible. RIP Jim we miss you and we are still listening and captivated by your songs.

@kay9549

7 ай бұрын

Jim nabors was very much blessed with a beautiful voice. I have many recordings over the years either gospel or any other genre of music. He will be dearly missed.

What a loss! Such a great performer. So, blessed to have been able to grow up enjoying his talent!

jim's voice melts like smooth butter and so fine!❤

I got chills hearing this again. My father was a WWII vet and this was played at his funeral in 2009. Whenever I hear it I'm reminded what a remarkable man he was. He was a pilot in WWII. He became an air traffic controller and worked his entire life in service and protection of us. Thank you for posting this video.

@patriciajrs46

Жыл бұрын

Than you for his service. And thank uous to all of the service men and women.

@genesisbettis2677

Жыл бұрын

I salute your father and my brother who was an airplane mechanic in the AF for 24 yrs. 1954 to 1978. They paved the way. This song is dynamic.

@teller1290

Жыл бұрын

Typical of so many from time. Quiet service for generations.

@robertpietsch9382

Жыл бұрын

From a Vietnam war veteran to you...may your father rest in peace

@user-ym3dj9tn4s

7 ай бұрын

@@genesisbettis2677What a remarkable voice! Jim Nabor’s was truly amazing!

Back when TV did its best to edify us, not piss us off or freak us out.

@marcschneider4845

2 жыл бұрын

You mean edifying us witth stuff like the Beverly Hillbillies? Give me a break. I remember those days. TV is about 20 times better today than it was then.

@jacobmelton4246

2 жыл бұрын

@@marcschneider4845 that’s your opinion and everyone’s entitled to one, but there’ll never be great TV again like Gomer or The Beverly Hillbillies or Andy or Gilligans Island or Hogans Heroes

@Gator-fromOZ

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better myself ☺️ 👍

@Echiya

2 жыл бұрын

@@marcschneider4845 Thanks for the cynical view. As a kid, I learned a great deal about how the rich think they are better than the common man from Hillbillies. I learned that Bankers are crooks if you do not watch them. I learned the rich are not as grateful for their bounty as they should be. I learned that 3 generations living in one house can be a really good thing. Shall I go on Mr. Shallow view? Yes TV is slicker and some show amazing but too many are just bullshit cop show and crap to depress folks. Empty shows with no real story to tell or lessons to impart. Reality tv is junk. Keep your deep opinions and I will stand by mine but I say you look like the asshat here because when you look (just like tv now) you do not look deep enough to really see. Hope you get your eyes fixed soon and your soul.

@bobp1016

2 жыл бұрын

@@marcschneider4845 You actually think TV with all the cursing, sex, and violence is better than TV shows that taught morals and did so with humor? I will take the TV shows like the Beverly Hillbillies any day over the horrible stuff they show today.

I could not sat a watch, I would have to stand in amazement and salute! To me it made our country even greater.

I was so amazed many years ago when watching Gomer Pyle in the Andy Griffith show, WHAT A VOICE!!!!

One of my favorite episodes, and the best rendition of this song.

@tisafarrow7798

6 ай бұрын

He was fantastic, but this song belongs to the incomparable Richard Kiley!

I Think PFC First Class Gomer Pyle USMC showed that in almost every person has a hidden talent. Thank you Jim Nabors

What appropriate lyrics for a voice like that. The skies opened up and said "please come in".

@georgianabarber8240

26 күн бұрын

To add to my note I am almost 84

Every few years I search for this clip and I am never disappointed.

WOW Jim Nabors was blessed with some amazing pipes.

Am I weeping?, Oh yes, I love this country, our sweet freedom that we can taste, I am proud I served for 20 years, United States Navy, God Bless us all and God Bless America

@jimbojamesIV

3 жыл бұрын

Stupid and gross. Way to go, guy.

@buttercatpaws9674

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimbojamesIV I am a woman, and I am not gross, and you could never wear my boots mister

@jimbojamesIV

3 жыл бұрын

@@buttercatpaws9674 Tremendously gross.

@buttercatpaws9674

3 жыл бұрын

God Bless You

@gracely77

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service

The 1st time I saw him sing on The Andy Griffith Show I thought it was fake. It was hard to believe his character had such a beautiful voice. Of course, it was him and his voice has never ceased to amaze me.

Still listening great emotion my love,his song now. Had been deceased 6 years.

One of my two favorite episodes. This one for the inspiration and uplifting message. The other for being comedy gold.

Awesome, I never get tired of this song and Jim Nabors singing it . He was the real deal . I met him a couple of times and he was very nice and wasn't in any hurry to get away especially when he heard I was from Chattanooga, Tennessee . I listen to all his songs frequently. R.I.P. Jim Nabors , your forever in our hearts .

@kenyork1107

2 жыл бұрын

Still listening , this is my favorite .

Yep!!!. I too, remember a time when actors were truly talented!

I cry every time I see this. RIP Mr. Nabors

There is not a Marine on the face of this earth that would not be PROUD to have Mr. Nabors belting out that song wearing that MARINE Uniform. Such a gifted talent. Thank you Mr. Nabors for making us all proud to be American. May GOD Bless your soul! RIP Sir.

@JohnSmith-uy7sv

4 жыл бұрын

Has nothing to do with salvation. Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord. Ephesians 2:8-9 8 For by Gods grace are we saved through faith; not by works, ( or being a fire fighter or law enforcement or a hero or a veteran or actor or a soul singer or a sports hero or a fashion designer or a super pop star or bounty hunter or country music singer or a Disney star actor or making people laugh, or making people happy or dying for your country or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell.

@carolynlivingston2364

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnSmith-uy7sv ah, ok? What does this have to do with anything? Are you somehow angry people are commenting on Mr. Nabors God-given talents? Seen this same reply in other comments as well, just curious why you'd have an issue.

@JohnSmith-uy7sv

3 жыл бұрын

Ephesians 2:8-9 8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a marine or a veteran or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or our heritage or ethnic background or a fashion designer or a rock star or body builder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or football coach or country music singer or basketball star or being modest or being humble or a Disney star actor or game show host or making people laugh or making people happy or a war hero or dying for your country or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the Lake of Fire that burns with sulphur and fire on Judgement day.

One of the only times i ever saw my Daddy cry was when he saw this episode!

@MiltonJenkins

2 жыл бұрын

I wish you all coulda been with me, watching them film the episode in Wash. DC. See my story above. Milton Jenkins

I had forgotten how beautifully he could sing. YOU were awesome Jim.

The world knew that Jim Neighbors was gay, yet we loved and respected him. He did not push his sexuality on anyone, and his fans saw the man and not his choices.

@DavidLS1

Ай бұрын

Choices?

@Bobo-uh1bx

Ай бұрын

@@DavidLS1give it a break, person was being sincerely nice.

@DavidLS1

Ай бұрын

@@Bobo-uh1bx I realize he meant to be nice, but I couldn't let his characterizing being gay as a choice stand. Do you think he considers his being straight (presumably) a 'choice'?

@Bobo-uh1bx

Ай бұрын

@@DavidLS1 I’m sure it wasn’t meant as disrespect. Just written words my friend or a misrepresentation of what they were trying to say. As a community we need to be less critical of others. We misrepresent other communities just as often. No one is holy and perfect. Though we may dress a bit better.

@DavidLS1

Ай бұрын

@@Bobo-uh1bx Still, a little education never hurt anyone. Had he referred to little people as 'midgets' or black people as 'colored', I'd have corrected him. That's just how I'm wired. And we _do_ dress better, don't we? 🏳‍🌈

I actually factually had no idea that he could sing when I saw this cold. Afterward, I could only sit motionless in front of the TV for long minutes.

I am proud to say that i was at several Indy 500's when he sang "Back home again in Indiana. A shining star that will be missed

@JamesSmith-wp4um

4 жыл бұрын

Jim performed for the last time at Indy in 2014. I too have been to numerous Indy 500s.

My mom had all of his records, but her turntable had stopped working. When she was dying from cancer, the one thing she wanted was a cassette of Jim Naboo’s singing How Great Thou Art so she could play in on the boombox I had given her. This was pre-Internet (1995) so search through every record store I could find, but is wasn’t to be found. Then about three weeks before she died, I passed a discount store ands saw a bin of cassettes near the front entrance. After digging for less than a minute, there it was: Inspirational Hymns by Jim Nabors and there was the song. I’ll never forget the smile on her face when I popped the cassette in and played the song.

It's much more than one of the Greatest Songs Ever Written. Mr JN fills the Heart with Courage and Awe.

I'm in tears. I love Jim's voice. My favorite song is when he sings 'Go Tell It On The Mountain'; you have to listen to it. I cry with joy every time I hear it.

This is something that comes from deep within...RIP Jim Nabors

This performance brought me to tears all these years later.

I remember as a kid watching this show. I almost fell out of my seat when I heard this beautiful voice. I think my mother’s mouth just hung open.Then we saw him on other shows. I’m glad he shared his beautiful voice finally with us. All these yrs later I’m still in awe of his voice. Just gorgeous. RIP

@thompsonsmith7798

Жыл бұрын

Hello Barbara How are you doing today?

@glennstarkey7087

9 ай бұрын

It was always the indy 500 for me he'd bring that racetrack down every year...the winner could only hope he was good enough to get an ovation as good as jim would get pre-race for almost 50 years 72-14

Nabors was so very underrated musically. One of the very best baritone voices. This performance is one of the very best renditions of this song in history. Grips your emotions.

@susanwoodward2817

4 жыл бұрын

Rob Grune another person who does a great job singing The Impossible Dream is Rouvaun. From the 60’s and 70’s. His rendition of it had me in tears. This one not that bad with the tears.

@WAHOOUPS

4 жыл бұрын

I agree! I once found comfort in the voice of Jimmy one night a t the Roxbury. He approached me and i was a bit reluctant by the megastar. we soon bonded over a cup of Raspberry Wine. We became good friends and every once in awhile we would play what we called "block football." It involved him kicking a field goal and me attempting to snap it to him. As I was snapping the ball to him to kick he would yell block that kick! block that kick! .. approach my bent rear, while thrusting his hips into me. I found him to be very friendly and lovable. I tell my family about this and then laugh .. not sure why.

@TygerBlueEyes

4 жыл бұрын

Nabors recorded 28 albums and numerous singles; three have been certified either gold/platinum. I say he did pretty good for himself.

@reallyreal9030

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!! It Gripped My Grits...

@reallyreal9030

4 жыл бұрын

@@TygerBlueEyes Thanks for Sharing, didn't know

My husband loved this song, it was played at his funeral ❤️🙏🏼

I still have his gospel and Christmas records! I grew up listening to Jim Nabors

Not only is this one of the best episodes from the show, but it's also one of the greatest moments on Television.

Friday, June 12, 2020--1:10 pm CST This was my very favorite "Gomer Pyle, USMC" . Today, would've been Jim Nabors's 90th birthday if he had lived. He is very much missed. I'm also glad that he's not here to deal with the corona virus outbreak. Jim Nabors turned 37 on June 12, 1967 when they did this episode. Terry Marvin (Dallas, Texas)

@carasmussen27

3 жыл бұрын

I don't remember ever seeing this. I know the show and have watched many episodes.

@farq2688

3 жыл бұрын

Mr Jim Nabors celebrated his 90th birthday with God

@lindahull5793

3 жыл бұрын

Terry, it's rerunning tonight

@martaloving3078

3 жыл бұрын

The best. Loving says it.

My mom loved to hear him sing at her funeral we played a few gospel songs he sang

I knew he could sing but I had no idea he could SING! What a voice!

He knocked it clear out of the park, in fact it is still going. I seem to have something in my eye.

@marcieradcliffe7932

3 жыл бұрын

Rop

@juliemonarch7364

3 жыл бұрын

Who's cutting onions in here?

O.M.G. All the hair's on the back of my neck are standing to attention. One word BRILLIANT !!!!

Can heard you sing 🎤 all my life Jim . Thank you 🙏🏼 we miss you 😘 💔💔💔💔💔

I have been in the USMC for thirty eight years in Federal Service to include twenty years as an 0811. Never once did I regret my decision that landed me on the yellow footprints at Paris Island South Carolina! Semper Fi! 🇺🇸

This was one of my Mom’s favorite episode of any show. I can’t believe it’s over 50 years old.

@elainepearson4811

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, my mother too.thats so cool.

No matter how many times I hear him sing this song I get goose bumps all over.

@festivelady826

2 жыл бұрын

So do I! I loved Jim Nabors! People were so mean to him in the '70's saying he and Rock Hudson got married. No one knew either of them were gay, and really, who cares? They brought a lot of entertainment pleasure to audiences for many years. RIP, Jim and Rock!

@scottmiller6495

Жыл бұрын

@@festivelady826 That's correct tremendous entertainers leave their personal life alone, R.I.P.!!!!!

@jonellechambers607

Жыл бұрын

Yes!

@suziecue3027

Жыл бұрын

Goosebumps

I was fortunate enough to get to meet Mr. neighbors in 1976 magic mountain greatest day of my life he will be missed !

i never cared for his show but his singing voice is one of the best of his time

@jamescox2749

Жыл бұрын

i allways thought his show was stupid

@teller1290

Жыл бұрын

I just watched with my dad because we both thought Frank Sutton was hilarious.

This touched me so deeply. I'm battling MS, facing an Impossible dream every day by just getting out of bed without help. I have been in remission now for a few months. I can do this, no matter what, this is what my military service trained me to do.

@Perly53

3 жыл бұрын

Best wishes and take care Daniel. And thank you for your service.

@rcladygreywolf6567

3 жыл бұрын

Best wishes and thank you for your service.

@skipmoreland415

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck. I took care of people suffering from MS and other diseases. I have seen what they have gone through. This song is my manra, and I always have a tear or two while listening. Keeping your spirit up is difficult, but it helps. Keep fighting it as long as you can.

@suedecarlo3301

3 жыл бұрын

God bless you, Daniel. You are a hero!

@Liz_678

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻😊

I never heard ANYONE sing this song with more emotion than Jim Nabors did . I cann oil t hear him singing it without being stirred. And what a wonderful tribute to Abraham Lincoln.

@sandrasharp2934

2 жыл бұрын

Johnny Mathis sings it beautifully. Check it out

He had an amazing voice

I cruised with the SS Norway once, and Jim Neighbors was the main entertainer. What a voice, and what a gracious man.

The first time I heard him sing I about fell out of my chair! I'd only heard his silly Gomer voice. What a gift!

@dantrejo1225

3 жыл бұрын

He also sang “Back Home in Indiana “ just before the start of the Indianapolis-500 race ...

@daveclarke1466

3 жыл бұрын

Lela Arneson Jim was definitely a surprise package, with a gifted voice.

@scottlowson3609

3 жыл бұрын

You took the words right out of my mouth,it blew my little 8 year old mind

@jp-mc2bp

3 жыл бұрын

His voice is What can I say No words

@patrickj.7887

3 жыл бұрын

Well....Jim Nabors recorded more than 30 albums, his great voice was well known!

As soon as he opens his mouth and starts to sing, I get goosebumps!

@maryjeannechessrown8482

4 жыл бұрын

Me too What a voice!

What a sad day when we lost this beautiful voice 😢🦋

@kay9549

7 ай бұрын

Unfortunately yes we have Martha, what a great actor, and an exceptional singer. He was very blessed to have such a beautiful instrument. I have heard many other singers do this song. Jim hit it out of the park. He will be very much missed. He is still singing up yonder. Well done you, Jim Nabors.

I am glad I found this video. I had the privilege to perform on stage with this guy near the end of his career. He had an unbelievable voice even then!

38 years. That's a good run. I'm glad Mr. Nabors was finally freed to express his love publicly.

Yes Jim sang it without Auto-Tune my young people

I loved watching Jim Neighbors sing Back home in Indiana when I went to the Indy 500 as a kid.

@nickrich56

Жыл бұрын

Was he in the pit tuning up some hotrods too?😊

Still loving it. 7:21 AM 02-May-2024. THURSDAY.

Jim Nabors is a wonderful singer and a great Actor, I seen this episode it is wonderful episode, I have watched this later in years and this episode and it bring me to tears.

His voice when he sang was so full and rich. I loved watching him when I was a kid. What a wonderful brave man

@BanazirGalpsi1968

3 жыл бұрын

The interesting thing is. Abe Lincoln Lincoln probably sounded like homer pyles speaking voice. And this song is one of my songs. The ones that blow me away. And he nails it. HARD.

I remember back in the day when I heard him sing, as everyone has already said, it was a shocker, but Jim had one hella voice. Not saying this show was the reason why I went into the Marines in 1976, but I will say this, if you are a young man not sure about your career, the Marines are looking for a few good men. Semper Fidelis Jim Nabors, you turned out to be a decent Marine. ;). Dated 09/01/2022.

Wow! All of the people watching Jim Nabors were awe struck.

Peter O'Toole may have played Don Quixote--and he did really well--but I've never heard anyone sing this any better than Jim Nabors.

@msmwkc

2 жыл бұрын

But he didn't sing The Impossible Dream?

@markcuffe4610

2 жыл бұрын

Robert Goulet is damn good, too, at this song. Peter O’Toole can’t sing a lick.

@rosemarieclarke3105

Жыл бұрын

Check out Brian Stokes Mitchell from Broadway Man of LaMancha. Maybe not better, but different and also amazing 🤩

I remember as a kid watching this with my parents. This was the first time they'd heard Jim Nabors sing. My father , a veteran, I'll never forget seeing tears in my father's eyes as he watched this.

@bw9700

4 жыл бұрын

BRILL

@darrylbetts4304

4 жыл бұрын

I never seen my parents ❤

@brendafuller6186

4 жыл бұрын

❤️

@clark57225

4 жыл бұрын

@Redrum Your path to wisdom will not be easy. Don't give up on yourself or others.

For many years I have enjoyed Jim nabers his beautiful voice, for everyone info my Father Hayes Whiteley, my Mom Virginia and me Georgiana Whiteley sang together at home

When this episode aired I had a brother in the US Air Force in Da Nang and another in the US Marines who we would loose in ‘68. This sing touches the soul on so many plateaus still, to this day.

jim nabors has one of the finest voices to this day.

This show like many of it,s day. Had so many moral lessons. Comedy, fun, tears. R.I.P Frank and Jim.

@insanezombie1974

4 жыл бұрын

I can still hear him sing " Back Home in Indiana " at the beginning of the Indy 500. Still gives me goosebumps.

I remember watching this as an 8 year old girl. My whole family was sitting around the T.V. and not a dry eye to be found! What a voice! I clearly remember saying, " Watch! He'll probably have a beautiful voice!" Then my dad saying, "I hope so!" Then all of us being blown away!

Incredible voice. Love hearing him. Fills my heart and soul. Praying for united States every day.

@brendabernstein286

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@ecouturehandmades5166

Жыл бұрын

The US is needing prayers more than ever. And voters. And people willing to listen.

I loved this Episode! It was so Touching! Anyone Agrees?

@kimberlycarr3066

5 жыл бұрын

I loved this episode too I

@michaelfabian3036

5 жыл бұрын

SPOT~ONNN 100%!!!

@scottjohnson1640

5 жыл бұрын

Sgt Carter was very proud of him.

@cheryltrewin5597

4 жыл бұрын

John-Paul Nagel I do-what a voice!

@paularcher4607

4 жыл бұрын

Some very highly talented and loving people created the perfect setting and lead-in to allow him to give this fabulous performance. One time way back in the day I was at the San Francisco Opera, it was intermission and everyone was having drinks in the main lobby. I noticed Jim, Rock Hudson, and Carol Burnett clustered in a tight little group kind of fearing some negative response. I wanted to go over there and tell them how much I loved them but I was just a kid and was afraid of violating their privacy. Wonder if there are any gay dudes in the Marines these days with wonderful talents like that?