My dad Henry H.Smith was the original songwriter to A Face in the Crowd. Larry Sparks performed the song for years. Thank you for all of the wonderful comments. It was wrote for my brother Ronnie who fell in love with a much older women who was a friend of the families. On Cindy's wedding day my brother gave her a pale yellow rose he stole from the landlords property where the wedding was held. He was 10 and she was 23. His first love and crush

@onemorecast3913

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome story! Thanks for sharing it!

@ronaldgrimes6924

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks April......very interesting.

@ronaldgrimes6924

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that April

@danimua6637

7 жыл бұрын

very true song the eyes aint what chooses the love its the heart when its true and nothing cant change that and age is just a number

@brenth3629

7 жыл бұрын

April Cole Thank you for your Dad's song. Larry's voice is awesome but without the lyrics, the song would never be. Thanks to your brother for the inspiration. Thankyou from the rest of us.

Larry Sparks has the most soulful voice in bluegrass music! No one can even come close...We love you Larry!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Marsha Bennett That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

@Mfbennett

2 жыл бұрын

@@larrysparks897 A very long time, probably way back since the 1980’s. The last time we saw you at a festival was in Cherokee, NC in 2016. If things work out, we hope to make your show at the Roadheaver Boys Ranch in Palatka, FL in February. We live about an hour away.

@rebeccagreene7927

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THE KIND WORDS ABOUT MY UNCLE LARRY. HE IS OUR MOTHER'S YOUNGEST BROTHER (BABY BROTHER) AND WE AGREE THAT HE'S THE BEST IN THE BLUEGRASS FIELD AND CANNOT BE TOPPED!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Yes, Larry Sparks is a National Treasure of Bluegrass...thanks, Larry

@cynthiagolden4065

4 жыл бұрын

I sent him 2

@nonewherelistens1906

3 ай бұрын

Been around a long time.

One of the best voices in bluegrass music!!

@brendabarnes4900

7 жыл бұрын

I agree Larry Sparks is one great man I love his music and love to see him in person he does a great show

@rebeccagreene7927

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THE KIND WORDS ABOUT MY UNCLE LARRY. HE IS OUR MOTHER'S YOUNGEST BROTHER (BABY BROTHER) AND WE AGREE THAT HE IS THE BEST IN THE BLUEGRASS FIELD AND CANNOT BE TOPPED!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Larry's voice is the heart and soul of bluegrass. So much emotion in every phrase and note.

One of Larry's best songs. Big fan forever. He was always top shelf.

I'm crying this Sunday morning listing to this song.I love it so much🙏🙏💞

Larry Sparks is a national treasure.

This is the kind of music from USA which you seldom hear in Europe. The soul of America. Wonderful.

Larry's band has a very young but talented group of very fine musicians. Great Job guys

The young man playing that mandolin, is extremely talented.

Larry Sparks is one of the best of the best. Great post. CARL

No better grass singer. LARRY!!! Just saw him at the Station(Nashville) after seeing him lots of other times.... it was UNREAL!!! This guy is in his prime...if you ever get the chance to see this living legend...do it!!! THE BEST IN THE BIZZ!!!...... Long live Bluegrass

Larry seems like an old friend, cause I went to festivals years ago and enjoyed his music. time sure flys. riched52

@derekdillman643

7 жыл бұрын

Perfecto!

@karenhailey4

7 жыл бұрын

🎻🎤

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@@karenhailey4 That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

I went to Denton NC to see Doyale Lawsone And QuickSilver Larry Sparks was the last person to sing. Larry Made my day that day. Good job Larry Keep up the good work!😋

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Katie the husky Cutie That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Larry Sparks - guitar, Virgil Bowlin -bass, Scott Napier - mandolin, Josh McMurray - banjo

@kennethhalcomb9402

4 жыл бұрын

who was the woman that sang backup about this time with larry sparks

It dont get no better than that.

His voice gets better and better!

Who in their right mind would give this a thumbs down...??? Oh wait! Answered my own question!

My Husband and I both cry when we hear this beautiful song as we hear the song unfolding a Love story!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Debbie Capehart That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Love Larry Sparks God blessed him. He must be humble man

My absolute favorite traditional bluegrass singer singing my favorite song...PERFECTION! Thanks for sharing!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Shay S. That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

@RedistaNashville

2 жыл бұрын

@@larrysparks897 Since I was about 10. My dad (John A Sparks) and uncle Harold Sparks played your music 24/7! We lived in Richmond, IN.

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@@RedistaNashville Thank you once again for your love and the affection you’ve shown towards my music,I really appreciate that. I’ve been a passionate, affectionate and a loyal singer🎶. Do you mind if we text somewhere private?

Beautiful song.

MY BABY BROTHERS FAVORITE SONG ,LORD I STILL HURT HE HAS BEEN GONE SIENCE JUNE 1999 BUT THE PAIN REMAINS

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Betty Knight That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Our singer in our band ccand7, Harry logan meade, past away 2011, sang Larry's songs. thank you Ever so kindly. May God keep you and your music Blessed.. Cobb'

This is an exceptionally beautiful Song, thanks for sharing

@davidholton9667

7 ай бұрын

Hello how are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song

Just One of the Finest BlueGrass Groups ever hit the Stage May God Bless an Keep him Singing for ever!!!!

Ol standard. Love that Sparks guy😉🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏☝️

9/25 - Happy Birthday Larry! A bluegrass living legend in my book. He's the real deal bluegrass. He nails this song!

@terilynnwells6263

7 жыл бұрын

very true

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Deborah DeWitt That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Favorite song of yours Larry

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Diana Ritchie That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

just beautiful, touches deep in your heart, what a voice

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Daisy Martin That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

@parice1000

2 жыл бұрын

Need to remove your comments . This is not Larry Sparks

love the dogs laying around in the background!

Can't believe this was 8 years ago wow!

@MorningDove

Ай бұрын

13 years now 😊😢

Love this song!

Beautiful

Larry is my favorite living bluegrass artist. So good, so soulful. 🥰

My goodness such a beautiful voice. It's The Natural Thing To Do made me cry my eyes out.

No one - and I mean no one - can put as much feeling and style into singing a Bluegrass song or any other for that matter , as Larry Sparks. Just watch the way he shrugs his shoulders to emphasise a lyric. And those simple ( by todays standards ) but so effective guitar licks of his. You just can't stop re watching his videos over and over again. Thanks for this Mr. Willis Mike in Ontario

I loved hearing them!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Janice Rice That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Love it! One of my favourites!

I loved singing when they all performed after was awesome.Great memories and down to earth people

Sounds good,,i love that bluegrass sound...from one gpa to another gpa..

I love this song and all your music!!! We are losing all our Bluegrass singers. Please keep on keeping on!!!!!!

@davidholton9667

8 ай бұрын

Hello how are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song

What a voice Larry has, his phrasing, and tone are special. Great bluegrass!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@pat ryan That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

When I saw this, the first thing that came to mind, the song name, it's the same as a 1950 movie with Andy Griffith

This performance is the ultimate bluegrass experience.

Please keep on singing these songs!!!

His voice from heart, soul, and mind, like no other!

Doesnt get any better than this

Got to cry daddy sang this close harmony with sister of him thans xx

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Herman Bekker That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Whatever happened to Tyler Mullins? I think he was the best banjo player I ever heard.!!!

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Patty Davis That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

great song

I like the way you guys dress. Oh, and yes, I love your music. Class!!

Really great!

Great song!!!

That guitar has a really haunting sound

Larry fuller was the first person I ever hear cover this..

Love this great singer

Love love love it

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Irene Doyle That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

@IreneDoyle

2 жыл бұрын

@@larrysparks897 thanks Well I started going to Bluegrass Festivals over 25 years ago, so I'd say about that long 😉 Also love Blue Virginia Blues, Rank Strangers, Tennessee 1949, Don't neglect the rose, but A face in the crowd is my most favorite of all time 😉 thank you again Irene

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@@IreneDoyle Thank you once again for your love and the affection you’ve shown towards my music,I really appreciate that. I’ve been a passionate, affectionate and a loyal singer🎶. Do you mind if we text somewhere private?

wow wonder ful

❤️❤️❤️

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Mary Jane That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Big round of applause for the mando players haircut!

Awesome

I love your music

Brilliant stuff Larry

Unbelievable

GAVE IT BACK TO THE MOTHER !!!

beautiful

Wonderful pickin' and singin'. He learned from Dr. Ralph.

70,000 of these views were probly me.. haha!

this guy could probably do some amazing Hank Williams Sr. covers.

@jakepatty4350

7 жыл бұрын

He did an album when he was younger that was all Hank sr, if you look, you can probably find it.

those young pickers did a fantastic job too.

They damn sure don't do it like that No more!!

He has my last name. Intersting.

Guy sure knows how to turn a phrase

If that don't make you shut up and listen??then you ain't country!!

Has to be related to Carter Stanley

Love this shit

What year was this video taken & where at?

@ronalde.milligan7404

4 жыл бұрын

1982 Thanks

I'm going to Polite! Gosh ol mighty!!! Folks now adays like that fast fiddling. Mr Sparks could teach them a thing or 2 !!!!!!!!

yes lol m

Hi what is the banjo player's name?

THIS TOO?

It’s a bookay. Not a boekay. Spelled bouquet.

LOOKS LIKE THIS "LARRY SPARKS" WHO REPLIES TO COMMENTS, ONLY REPLIES TO WOMEN HUH ? lol WONDER WHY...

poo

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Anna Franklin That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

I'm crying this Sunday morning listing to this song.I love it so much🙏🙏💞

@larrysparks897

2 жыл бұрын

@Marie Mccarter That's so sweet of you to say Dear🤠. Well thanks once again for the love and support you've shown towards my music career 😉 it really means a lot, I'm so overwhelmed🤠 may I know how long you’ve been a fan of my music 🎶

Greatest voice in Bluegrass Music. That's it, hands down!

Greatest voice in Bluegrass Music. That's it, hands down!