Those Southern boys had more charm than ANY other bunch of guys...Jerry Reed and Jerry Clower were two of the funniest, cleanest comedians ever and their humor is missed beyond words. R.I.P fellas...heaven has to be constantly laughing

@raymondfryar1533

7 ай бұрын

What a great and accurate comment. I have admired those two among others for a long time.

@MrJudohead

4 ай бұрын

I love about 30 minutes from where Jerry Clower lived. I went to SMCC with his grandson. I had the privilege of being told the Coon Huntin' Story, and Marcel's Talking Chainsaw at his kitchen table. That was 24 years ago, and something I'll never forget.

RIP Jerry Reed you are missed.

Thank you Jerry for sharing your talent and good humor for so many years!

Just now stumbled across this for the first time ever and almost became dehydrated from laughing so hard. Yessiree, nothing like good, clean, Southern comedy -- Reed, Clowers, Stevens, Grizzard, and a host of others. First time I ever went up in an airplane my cousin took me and my 3 siblings for a ride in a little Cessna. I was in elementary school at the time. He was working on getting his commercial license so flew as often as he could. He took us to New Orleans and back and in route, just like Bubba & Jerry, he did all the tricks he had learned. I thought it was magical, like being on one of those amusement park rides we flew over along the lake in New Orleans that night. We did barrel rolls, straight up, straight down, every which a way but loose. I LOVED it. One of my brothers got down and kissed the runway when we got off the plane and said he'd never fly again as long as he lived. This is the kid who used to run the ditches barefoot looking for water mocassins and later became a tree surgeon, climbing big old tall trees with a chainsaw . He almost kept his vow. The Navy made him fly one time from one station to another once, maybe twice, but other than that he never got on another plane. I, on the other hand, have been on quite a few planes, civilian as well as military. Got to ride up on the flight deck of a couple of C130s over the Alps, and have been on a few other larger cargo planes but never got to fly in a fighter jet. I may be kidding myself but I think I would have loved it. One of the last items on my bucket list is to go up in a glider. Tame stuff compared to an F16. LOL

"Bubba" was the Vice Wing Commander (second ranking man on the base). He was a lifelong Jerry Reed fan and wanted nothing more than to take him for a ride.

@davidblades7989

6 жыл бұрын

Funny

@teresahall4247

5 жыл бұрын

I bet Bubba had the time of his life. Imagine giving Jerry such a memory it became a part of his act. I love Jerry and with Burt’s passing I’m watching a lot of them.

@jockellis

5 жыл бұрын

Jerry was playing for journalists attending Disneyworld’s 15th anniversary when a pilot in a biplane started doing aerobatics above the covered stage. Jerry sees his audience looking up so he sidles up to the front of the stage so he can see, too. Got a big laugh.

@JJ504512

4 жыл бұрын

My dad, "Bubba", also got on stage and played the spoons while Jerry Reed was performing his concert that night. Jerry thought everyone was cheering extra hard for him at first, and then he turned around and saw dad going to town with two spoons. One of the best USO concerts I've had the privilege of seeing. Mr. Reed was such a gentleman, and by far, one of the funniest men I've ever seen.

@bleutz

4 жыл бұрын

@@chazmechenbier I just e-mailed you Thanks again

Jerry hit on the nail, I took my ride in 1987 in Norway, the best ride ever

Loved Jerry Reed! Everytime I get behind the wheel of these big trucks , I think of him! R.I.P. Jerry

I had the pleasure of meeting him in Seattle when smokey and the bandit was released , he was promoting the movie , he was really sick with bronchitis , but managed to belt out that famous song》 east bound and down. Sure miss him. Love you Jerry. Rip.

@wandasmith-sweat1328

4 жыл бұрын

Jerry was the best thing about Smokey and the Bandit, imo.

@johneosmaniii3915

3 жыл бұрын

My wife, & I met him & Burt Reynolds, at the premier of Smokey, & the Bandit II, ... it was a great summer day, & somewhere I still got the soundtrack somewhere, ...

@lostreb

3 жыл бұрын

Jerry was a True Professional and there is no way he would have disappointed fans. One of my friends was Dottie West's Drummer, and he had me back-stage at a concert where, as soon as the concert was over, she had to be taken to the hospital for fluids and was in the hospital for days, "Because" she did not want to let her fans down. I know there are those that will not get why I said this. But I think you will. They appreciated their fans and would never let them down. Thank you Glenda...And...Jerry??? East Bound and Down...(into True Professional Musician Heaven).

@lindamusselwhite6388

2 жыл бұрын

He did a small concert in Cordele and we all had a ball ! It was up close and personal, Jerry did some things on that guitar that was AWESOME!!!!,every one talked to him and the band. It was a party ! It has been 25 years and I still can't remember a more fun time than that. He and his band are so talented !!

Great comedians are so hard to find. Thank you Snowman!

I would have paid cash money just to hear Ol' Jerry read the phone book. Rest in Peace Snowman.

@lostreb

3 жыл бұрын

OMG...That would have been one of the Best Things EVER!!! Thank you for the thought.

@akallio9000

2 жыл бұрын

Meh, phone books are overrated. Lots of characters but not much of a plot.

@shanem1509

2 жыл бұрын

Love his voice

@brendanbayer5002

Жыл бұрын

Recipe book would have been great too

Love this.. my father built the jet engines for the F16 when he was at Pratt and Whitney aircraft. Always proud of him.

@bluehills38

3 жыл бұрын

You from Southwick ?

When I was 12 in 1977 I walked down to the Briggsmore Theater in Modesto California to see Smokey and the Bandit. I still remember the stacks on the KW starting up. Those were the days for me.

I'm always entertained listening & watching Jerry Reed, talking, singing, playing guitar, acting.

LOVE Jerry Reed !! This had me in stitches from the start Jerry ... Son, we really miss you ! !!

musician,comic,actor all in 1 man how great can a man be? I loved him singing too!!

I made it a point to see him at what was called Concerts in the Country here in North Georgia. It wasn't all that long before he was called home. I recall him introducing his wife. He said they were both Southern Baptists. He added that he was a little bit more Southern than her, and she was a little bit more Baptist than him. Great show, great man.

Great story Jerry.Thank you Reedology.

Saw Jerry Reed at the palomino club in n. Hollywood ca. In the early 80's, his friend burt Reynolds was also there what a treat that was.

Jerry Reed never met a stranger and always had a kind word or a joke of sorts. Seemed like he coulda been family to anyone who considered themselves to be a fan

jerry could tell a story that makes you laugh so hard tears just roll outLOL LOL he was one good comic an actor music king in story telling songs. loved him!!!!

@twoZJs

5 жыл бұрын

Well, Jerry has done better work, I've lost 10 min of my search time. : (

@Mozart1220

3 жыл бұрын

@@twoZJs Are you kidding? This is hilarious!

@sheddski2942

3 жыл бұрын

He is one song writer who can put his stories into a hit song Amos was one when you’re hot youre hot another she got the gold mine and I got the shaft he claims they are all true story’s

@phibber

3 жыл бұрын

few people realize how fantastic of a guitar picker he was....every album,he always gave guitar people a gem,a real cool lick...

@65coupestang

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm..I wonder if bubba was any relation to BUBBA from forest gump 🤔🤷‍♂️🤨..!!??

This is the best. It is nice to be able to remember Jerry Reed.

Thank God for Jerry Reed. Lost a friend that served in the Air Force. This helped to bring me back from that place we all go when we lose a friend suddenly.

@glennbrymer4065

2 жыл бұрын

Amen brother, amen.

Love the " Alabama Wildman". Not one single cuss word and had me rolling. Ain't no comedians can do that anymore. Jerry Reed and Jerry Clower, what a team.

@MrNoturaveragerednek

5 жыл бұрын

dw hunter back in those days we had great comedians who could do their routine without cussing, Bob Hope, Jerry Clower, Jerry Reed and many many more that came before them.

@jockellis

5 жыл бұрын

Jerry Clower could make you see the scene, just like Reed could as with this story. Saw Clower in Waycross, GA at the 1976 chamber of commerce annual show.

@bojanglesthewizard8875

3 жыл бұрын

No, plenty of comedians don't use profanity

@dwhunter8904

3 жыл бұрын

Bojangles The Wizard could you name a few ? I would truly appreciate it. Thanks

@sherimcdaniel3491

3 жыл бұрын

Take a listen to Tim Hawkins. You’ll be glad you did he is an absolute genius and ZERO cursing. In my mind, a real comedian doesn’t need swear words. Enjoy!

just came across this, had me crying with laughter, yes jerry reed you are definately missed

We don't have real comedians anymore. Or music. We still have memories and old videos from when there was comedy and music, though. Jerry, we miss you, brother.

Love Jerry Reed glad he had the opportunity to do something like this you know he loved it

Omg... gotta love Jerry's storytelling abilities. I literally have tears running down my cheeks. I'm sure my roommate heard me laughing so hard & probably thinks I've lost my damn mind. Loved this story! What a guy- great musician, singer, actor, & comedian. And handsome as hell to top it all off. Quite the package!

RIP A beautiful voice for the angels to hear.

Now this is what I miss from the good old days,laughing so hard with tears arolling down my cheeks and nary a single cussword from the Snowman nor ol Bubba... Loved me aome Jerry Reed comedy..

So funny and a hilarious story from an amazing storyteller!

Just so much talent in one person. I have loved his guitar licks and one of the best at it. Could act with the best of them. After this story I was ringing my hankie and I fear I have no tears left in my eyes!

Love Jerry Reed.

"Delta Airlines don't make me wear no parachute!" R.I.P. Reed.

@kennealy2148

3 жыл бұрын

Heck, Air Force One doesn't make you parachutes either, unless your Harrison Ford and Gary Oldman, but that's a different story...

@65coupestang

3 жыл бұрын

no but they do have you sit on a floating coushin

Love the Snowman wish he was around today

Love Jerry miss him so much!!

I saw his show at Misawa after the flight. He flew one of our squadron birds. The show was great and he was wearing his flight suit (which as wet from getting sprayed down after the flight, an Air Force tradition). A really great show for some folks far from home.

@Reedology37

8 жыл бұрын

+Bill Leutzinger That's AWESOME! :D :D

@chazmechenbier

7 жыл бұрын

Bill, I played guitar on that tour with Mr. Reed. I have a few pictures, wish I had more. Have you any? thanks for your service. Jerry was in awe of you men & women.

@Sparky6string

7 жыл бұрын

Wow very cool Chaz! Do you have any video , pics or stories to pass on? Maybe not here of course but somewhere?

@bleutz

7 жыл бұрын

I wish I did, it was a really great show. Thank you for coming all that way and putting on a truly great show. I remember him talking about the "elevator" at the end of the runway when he performed the max performance take off (straight up!).

@chazmechenbier

7 жыл бұрын

Bill Leutzinger if you find my website, send me an email, and I'll reply with some stuff

This never gets old!!! Thanks Jerry

One of kind.A class guy from GA.

Best story I've ever heard

Oh my days!!! I KNEW I shouldn’t listen to this before sleep - and I was right!!! But oh, dear! It was worth it!

My dad was a defense engineer in the Air Force and yep, he is right, those fighter jets are lots bigger than you would think. When I was a kid, every time I got to see a jet up close I was always amazed at how big they really are.

@ronaldharris6569

3 жыл бұрын

Yup there a phantom gate guardian o was allowed to climb on and look around it just boggled my mind how big and high off the ground it was at a distance it wasn't much but when you get close enough to touch it is a different story

@65coupestang

3 жыл бұрын

AIN'T THAT THE TRUTH I KNOW/KNEW FROM SEEING AN F14 UP CLOSE COMPARING IT TO WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE COMPARED TO A CARRIER IN THE MOVIE TOP GUN I CAN ONLY PRESUME HOW BIG A CARRIER IS IN REAL LIFE WHEN YOU COMPARE THEM TO AN F-14 I COULDN'T EVEN BEGIN TO FATHOM AS TO HOW BIG A CARRIER IS 😠🙄😤🤦‍♂️🙂👍👍..!!

@ut000bs

3 жыл бұрын

@@65coupestang Over 4.5 acres or about 2 hectare if you can picture that.

@teenagerinsac

2 жыл бұрын

An F-16 is actually small in comparison to F-15 and F-22 aircraft

@teenagerinsac

2 жыл бұрын

EVERYTHING IS HUGE when you are under 10 yr old :)

Got to meet Jerry after a concert in Beavertown Pa. Shook his hand and got his autograph...👍

geez, i had to stop the video, i just had hernia surgery 2 days ago, this was so funny i am afraid of tearing the mesh. when i heal, i will come back. it's just too funny.

Reed has been in my life watching over me since I was very young n s I saved hies life I'm the heir

Lmao Jerry is the man that will make you laugh uncontrollably

@davidbreen4727

3 жыл бұрын

your not kidding, laughing really hurt my belly, too dang funny.

@TheWopper78

3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE THIS MAN!!!!!!! He’s a king!!!!

That was great! What a talent in what ever he did!

What a Talented individual.. never be another like him again.

In the younger years he has been like a bandage strict,proud, loved his elders, worked through all environment great tourderal for a young boy

Amazing story teller, glad I had the chance to hear it.

Thank You @Reedology, I needed that Laugh!!! Jerry Reed, go rest high on that Mountain!!!! God's Speed!!!!

i had to watch, and listen to this again, that is so funny, good thing there is no video action, my eyes were so teared up from laughing i never would have been able to see what's going on. saving this one.!!!

d.w.Hunter I like your description of Jerry Reed, and it’s always great to hear his talk of just about anything. As you said it’s great, not one cuss word and a great speech by a great all around person+ . This is a great vlog, and I have subscribed and give a high five. Thanks a million!

Thank you for sharing this this is so funny

Thank you poster! Huge Gerry Reed fan, never ever heard this before. A much welcome belly laugh...

3/16/18 & just found this on KZread. GREAT & TYPICAL of this famous/well loved guy....so simple & "down to earth" except in this Air Force story! LOL! GOD BLESS!

I did a hitch on an F16 base... The maneuver he described on taking off is called a "seven G max climb" and it takes you from 0 ft to 15k ft in about 11 seconds. I got to ride in the F16B, the "B" model is also known as the "family" model. He's right, the craft is nothing more than a giant rocket 20th a seat strapped to it. :) And, in the grand scheme of things, the F16 is actually pretty small, the F4 is huge, comparatively. Lol. They are like a bumble bee and, like it, isn't supposed to fly. They just give it so much boost it scare it into the air, it's also called the flying brick. :) But, the FUN plane, is the A10 "Warthog." Yaaaa buddy. The flying bathtub. It's low and slow and will turn right out from under you. You sit in an armored tub in the plane... So you don't get your nuts shot off! (Ann other stuff, too). Truth.

*TUNE IN NEXT WEEK TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS AT EIGHTEEN THOUSAND FEET!*

@faust167

3 жыл бұрын

Just found my way down here from the same video. No cliffhangers in the age of KZread.

@JohnSmith-qf3vd

3 жыл бұрын

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@JohnSmith-qf3vd

3 жыл бұрын

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I like this story. Jerry is a legend

Still man i listen too this everytine i gt my friends arnd go jerry wsh i cld like again

I hate watching all my childhood favorites die as i grow up. Jerry was on a shelf of his own. Legend !

@clintperry799

3 жыл бұрын

How old are you?

@staceyowens8496

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, grew up on all the greats. Jerry always looked like he was having a natural ball no matter what he was doing. Superb guitar picker and entertainer.

The Man! Jerry Reed

He was really going eastbound and down

Outstanding!!! Bob

Delta don't make me wear a parachute. LOL!

That's a perfect example of America iserve 72 through 75 one of the greatest honors in my life. That's why we give whatever's required God Bless America thank you guys

Would have love to have seen him in person or on tv do this

Im still luving this happy birthday too me 😆

I said "gimme the whole package" & he proceeded to lose his mind. 😂😂😂

God bless Jerry.

Snowman!!!!! Hell yeah brother yer definitely missed!

Air Force version of : " Well, if I can keep it on the ground When I put that hammer down Then I'll be Texas bound and flyin' I've got my 10 in the wind Let it all hang out again 'Cause how're you gonna win If you ain't trying Well, now we're all back together And we're burnin' up the road And that old Sheriff's doggin' us today He thinks he's really got it cookin' Plans to do a lot of bookin' Only trouble he keeps lookin' Where we've already been So, if I can keep it on the ground When I put that hammer down Then I'll be Texas bound and flyin' Well, if I can keep it on the ground When I put that hammer down Then I'll be Texas bound and flyin' I've got my 10 in the wind Let it all hang out again 'Cause how're you gonna win If you ain't trying Now 'Smokey and the Bandit' Is a tale you don't forget Every time you time your hear An engine scream and whine Well, you have to think about Ol' Bandit Ol' Buford, Frog and Fred and Snowman Their story is a legend that will live on in time So, if I can keep it on the ground When I put that hammer down Then I'll be Texas bound and flyin'"

Reed's un-wrote HIT song, "Georgia Boy HITS 5-G!" (Go ahead ohn son...make it count.)

Gotta love Jerry, and Bubba. Jerry tells a great story. The refueling door looks to be open too.

@plaidstamp1231

3 жыл бұрын

How do you think they got that picture?

@johneosmaniii3915

3 жыл бұрын

@Bill, they got it from a refueling tanker, ... you can see the open door on the jet, ...

Thank you, KZread, for this diamond in the rough

"I hope that pretty little Lieutenant put some preparation H in that survival kit" ROFLMAO

Some a great man love him! East bound and down

I LMFAO .... ALL the way through IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well I wasn't talking this high a second ago

Break 1 9 for the snowman. You got your ears on.? Come on!

@pfwtc

5 жыл бұрын

11 44 confirmed

I tried to scream but I couldn't get my top lip off my bottom one...lmao

@dantwomey4215

3 жыл бұрын

That was a beaut!

This is just too funny Jerry's narrative in his hillbilly way I'd imagine bubba was just as entertained about it..."my exaust is exausted"...lmao

@volvodansk7179

3 жыл бұрын

K. J

I'll never forget the acceleration of the plane we took off in in vietnam. A jet assisted takeoff from a dirt road. 180MPH in about a quarter mile. I'd love to feel a catapult shot.

Awesome Jerry awsoy

Man that's good stuff.

Makes me sad I was born after his time.

@Reedology37

6 жыл бұрын

Me too, my man.

How enjoyable. He is so funny.❤

enjoyed the ride

Son!

LMAO this is downright hilarious

Aaahhhh love this country.... and for all

RIP

I would do ANYTHING for a ride like the one jerry got

@mrutledge122

5 жыл бұрын

Dave Ware me tio

R.I.P. Mr Reed

I would have loved to see the video to this.

@Reedology37

5 жыл бұрын

As far as I'm aware, there's no actual footage of the entire monologue.

@JJ504512

4 жыл бұрын

This is as close to it as I can find. He kept the flight suit they gave him and wore it onto the show. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nW2errmuf9KTp5s.html

loved meeting you in pan mun jom!

So practice hard on your guitars boys and girls. It just might get you a ride on an F-16. Miss you Jerry.

Good morning from SE Louisiana 7 Jun 21.

just loved it spit my sides lol

I have known pilots akin to Bubba. They were the ones I most respected when I worked F15s and F4s.

Great story. ☮