Poll: What is your pick for the best song about a person or a place?
@killrmillr
Жыл бұрын
Rush - The Camera Eye First half is about NYC, second half about London
@robster7316
Жыл бұрын
Black Water by The Doobie Brothers about the Mississippi and New Orleans
@marklowther3228
Жыл бұрын
Strawberry Fields Forever.
@MyName-pl7zn
Жыл бұрын
One of the people in song that has always fascinated me is Mr. Bojangles I wonder if he is a real person I would have loved to met him
@TheSlowoldman
Жыл бұрын
Leader of the Band by Dan Fogelberg.
@kraigpeterson3667
Жыл бұрын
Marc Cohn’s Walking in Memphis hits you all the way down in your soul. The lyrics along with that bluesy tone just shows you how much heart he put into it.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It’s an excellent song. I’m sorry it only took me until today to discover it.
@davidkeech9738
Жыл бұрын
Really? Never has that effect on me. I hear it, and forget it about ten minutes later. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing special about it either.
@kraigpeterson3667
Жыл бұрын
@@davidkeech9738 always has to be one in the comments…
@Cre8tvMG
Жыл бұрын
Just in case Marc drops by and reads the comments, thanks for this song. More then once when you get to “Ma’am I am tonight” tears burst out. There’s a level of perfection in that moment rarely found in any song. And hey, great piano riff. Love it.
@jamescantrell6956
Жыл бұрын
The Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame should be in Memphis, and this should be one of the songs about Memphis that is played there every day.
@RC32Smiths01
Жыл бұрын
What a timeless classic. The interviews conducted here are just one of a kind. So much history, and so many stories. Cheers
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks RC32. Appreciate your support!
@RC32Smiths01
Жыл бұрын
@@ProfessorofRock It's always my pleasure!
@dansunder7minutebeerreview271
Жыл бұрын
the power and the magic of music. that's what this interview shows...
@quietman71
Жыл бұрын
Whenever this song comes on the radio, I can't help smiling. It never gets old.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It’s a gem.
@tartanphantom
Жыл бұрын
I moved from Memphis to Nashville in 1990 and when this song was released in 1991 it got heavy airplay in Tennessee. When I first heard it, I fell in love with it. I didn't need a music video to visualize it-- real-life memories of those places mentioned in the song were already in my head. Every time I hear it, it takes me back to my days of living in Memphis when I was a young man and the world was my oyster. To this day, this is one of those songs that, whenever I hear it, I have to stop whatever I am doing and just listen. Although I already knew Marc's story, this was a great pick for a behind-the-music breakdown. Thanks, Adam! 😎
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I’ve been to Gatlinburg, so close enough.
@ryankirkpatrick959
Жыл бұрын
This was such a cool interview. I always roar out the "are you a Christian/Ma'am i am tonight" lines when this song plays. HUGE goosebumps! And I never imagined that Rev. Green is the great Al Green! These stories are always so much fun. Thanks man!
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Love that! Thanks Ryan.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I used to go to church and they would sing songs just like that.
@stevelanemusic4463
Жыл бұрын
Gosh dang, this interview gave me chills and a bit of mist in my eyes. That’s a first Adam. Very compelling. As a musician, I needed to hear this. Thank you 🙏🏼. This is a gift.
@TheKeymaster316
Жыл бұрын
What an incredible interview. You could feel yourself being there with him throughout that entire journey.
@shruggzdastr8-facedclown
Жыл бұрын
I am the Gatekeeper ;^}
@robster7316
Жыл бұрын
We all hear these stories about these songs that "write themselves" but for the most part, song writing is the result of a lot of hard work. Marc is a great example of a guy who kept at it for years and eventually found his voice. His success is well-deserved. Thanks, Adam.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
He fought hard to get those song where they are now. He put in the blood ,sweat and tears and you can hear it. Thanks Robster!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
This was a very inspiring and hopeful story. He fought his way to success there.
@BillBurnette
Жыл бұрын
In my mind this has to be one of the top ten greatest pop/rock songs ever written. It’s perfect really… the marriage of lyric and melody, Marc’s vocal, and the track, is just sublime. It transports you to another place and time.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It’s a masterpiece of a song.
@dranet47
Жыл бұрын
Such a feel good song! Brings back a lot of memories with my friends from back then. Most of us were young Elvis fans and wanted to visit Graceland. I did, a few years later with my family.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Same! So cool you got to go. Thanks for watching.
@tonymurray6518
Жыл бұрын
Same here, Graceland and Sun Studios just have a special feel, as a fan, you have to experience it!
@dranet47
Жыл бұрын
@@ProfessorofRock I always do!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
One teacher told me she went past Graceland and took photos several times while driving to work in the 90s.
@Carepedoit
Жыл бұрын
This song always makes me want to find something I think I am still missing-but I get a glimpse of it when I hear it. Something to redeem me. This is why you rock, you know? You remind us what this is all about.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks B. Great insight.
@billkeithchannel
Жыл бұрын
In 1985 is when I discovered Christian Rock/Metal and gathered a huge collection up until 1993. I had the paring of great music with a great message.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It’s like a conversation with the Holy Spirit.
@rodmackenzie1450
Жыл бұрын
Marc's musical work and story reflects the difference between commercial written and heartfelt messaging. One of my favorites!
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Thanks Rod.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful song.
@bazzathegreat3517
Жыл бұрын
There aren't too many songs that are perfect. But this is one of them. You can feel the emotion in the song. This interview just reinforces that.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I agree. Perfect song.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
This one is a masterpiece.
@duckylove3930
Жыл бұрын
Agreed. Nothing like it!
@jeffreymore6799
Жыл бұрын
Man I love when the artist him or herself appears for the interview to explain their experiences to write these masterpieces. I have always been a fan of Marc my Spotify playlist list can prove this. Thanks for this lunchtime treat
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Same here! Love the first hand accounts Thanks Jeffrey.
@jeffreymore6799
Жыл бұрын
@@ProfessorofRock One of my favorite bottled lighting songs of all time Me And Miss Jones by Billy Paul fantastic song
@stevestalock3200
Жыл бұрын
I have had the pleasure of attending a couple of Marc's shows in small theater settings. Through his music, lyrics and stories, he conveys the essence of his music to the audience in a very personal way. I am forever grateful for Marc sharing his life stories with us.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I would love to see him in concert. Wonder if he has any upcoming shows.
@mdchaney
Жыл бұрын
@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 He plays almost constantly from what I can tell. We have a theatre in our city that seats 300 people and he plays here probably once every couple of years. Great show, definitely worth seeing. One thing that struck me is that he's as much a guitar guy as a piano guy, which I didn't expect.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
@@mdchaney Kinda like Eddie Van Halen.
@trinaq
Жыл бұрын
I really love the spiritual elements in this song, and how it helped Marc Cohn to beat his writers block. Shame that he never had another huge hit song, he had quite the talent for songwriting.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
You're so right Trina. He had so many great songs... That first album is perfect.
@billkeithchannel
Жыл бұрын
It sounds to me like he found the free gift of eternal grace that night.
@BillBurnette
Жыл бұрын
@@billkeithchannel Amen, brother!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I had never heard of this guy or his music so I took a few listens to this song and I have to agree!
@Dcreed76
Жыл бұрын
I first heard this one when I was a young teenager, but it hit me hard even then. I couldn't have expressed why, but it resonated because it felt true even when I didn't know it was. Marc Cohn's "WiM" was a transformative experience for me. It shaped my musical taste toward songs whose lyrics could be felt and not just listened to and processed. It was all about the meaning and feeling, and it led me backwards to soul and blues and forward to Americana and folk. When I was a kid, I had to fly to visit my dad a couple times per year and back then the airplanes had "radio" stations programmed that you could listen to. Delta had this song on a permanent rotation, and I must have listened to it hundreds of times. I would listen as I flew into the Deep south, and it would remind me that there was beauty to be found, even there. Thirty something years later, this song hits me at a different level and reminds me of places I have been and the people I have met. It reminds me that we all have a story to tell, and that there is beauty in the world. For me, it doesn't get much better than this one. Thank you so much for this interview and 18 minutes that made my day better.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
It really is a song that changes your life forever.
@clrlmiller
Жыл бұрын
My wife & I saw Cohn perform in Annapolis, MD in October of 2019 and were amazed at his talent and voice. He's never quite achieved 'super stardom', but damn this man can fill a room with music that warms a soul. His song "True Companion" was also our first dance at our wedding and a number of friends asked "Who does that song?!?". When we told them and referenced his hit "Walking in Memphis", they had no idea of his other music. I can say thank you for the memories.
@thedys70
Жыл бұрын
Great that he is/was still touring and sharing his soulful voice that puts the current batch of wannabees and tryhards to shame. And he looks in great health too.
@mdanam
Жыл бұрын
This is one of the most perfect songs ever recorded. I remember seeing the video on MTV in 1991 and being completely blown away. I immediately went out and bought the album, and like you, I cannot understand why there weren't more top 40 hits from it. I actually Lent my copy of the album to my ex-brother-in-law during his wedding So True Companion could be their wedding song. Interesting you chose this tune at this time because about a week ago, for some reason I just started playing a bunch of reaction videos to this tune. And I always wondered if Marc was actually Jewish, and in the commentary on one of those videos I found out he was. The line he sings, " are you a Christian son? Ma'am I am tonight!" Always made me wonder if he was a fellow member of My Tribe. I was so glad to know that he is. I grew up like you did, with music a very important part of my upbringing. First time I heard this, I got every single reference from WC handy to Carl Perkins, to Elvis, to the Reverend Al Green. The whole song is like a history lesson. And the passion came through loud and clear. Thank you for this one professor
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
He deserved more hits. This song is phenomenal.
@stingfan16ify
Жыл бұрын
"True Companion" was my wedding song as well! I am a HUGE Marc Cohn fan and I've met him on a couple occasions. He's an amazing guy and absolutely wonderful to see in concert.
@gaetanoflorio6277
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what an interview! Raw and emotional. I remember the song when it was released, and it was amazing. The lyrics, the emotion, and the passion were so profound and deep. I visited Memphis in 2016 and remembered the words, the location, and visualising it all was amazing. I think this was my fave interview thus far. Best KZitem music channel as far as I'm concerned. Cheers from down under 🇬🇸
@georgedovel3951
Жыл бұрын
If you told me I could keep only 20 distinctly American songs from the entire 20th century, and I'm talking all the way back to Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, you name it, I would include Walking in Memphis. It seems to embody almost the entire history of American music and tells a story of personal regeneration with universal resonance. In addition, the craftsmanship of the arrangement, the performance, and the production is about as perfect as it gets. Every note and nuance works in service to the song. And it's just a kickin' good tune! What a great interview, and the best part is how happy Marc appears to be.
@treygoodman1347
Жыл бұрын
What an amazing song and interview! Takes me back to being 11 and spending Sunday’s with my family and hearing Casey Kasem announce it. So powerful and still an all time favorite. Great interview!!!
@marklowther3228
Жыл бұрын
One of the best songs ever. Thank you for sharing this one, prof. This song always takes me back to a little bar in Virginia and the young man who would sing it for an adoring crowd. Joe passed away in an accident not long after that but, for me and a few others, this song will always bring him back. At least for a while.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
Wow, so heartfelt.
@malpadgett
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a great story, and what a genuine bloke he is. I always loved this song but after hearing how it came about, I love it even more. There is a genuine story behind this song and the words actually mean something. I thought it was just great phrasing and emphasis, but he had actually experienced each of those lyrics before he sat down to write and record them. Amazing. I reckon I'll have to go find the lyrics and listen to the song with headphones on and really listen next time... Is it just me or do most males not worry so much about the lyrics? Although I must say, songs I learnt when I was a teenager and early 20s I can pull out of my brain like it was just yesterday, even if I might not have heard them for decades. How does that work? Anyway, thanks for sharing this brilliant story, Prof. Loved it.
@jamesredman1263
Жыл бұрын
I always want to know lyrics.
@MarieSAnderson71
Жыл бұрын
I can listen to this album front to back still to this day. I was lucky enough to see Marc perform it a few years back. He’s so talented and the album is a classic.
@mrs.mcnamara1669
Жыл бұрын
Me too.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
That’s amazing. He’s a great performer.
@e.j.vkanty4482
Жыл бұрын
Walking in Memphis is featured in my absolute favorite moment in The X-Files. Mulder and Scully dancing at the end of The Post-Modern Prometheus always gets me.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Yes. That is cool
@jdwheeler7704
Жыл бұрын
This song causes me to stop what I’m doing every time I hear it. The imagery, chord, progression, the soul, and feeling in Marc’s voice, the song really is perfect. And you are right Adam, the rest of the CD is fabulous as well! Thank you for shining the spotlight on Marc Cohn and his amazing talent!
@mikerisner
Жыл бұрын
Walking in Memphis is an incredibly romantic and melancholy song that somehow channels optimism, and I’ve always liked it a lot. You know, so many of your episodes make me play the tunes several times. So thankful for on demand streaming music services!
@curtisbush8098
Жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful song and fantastic interview! Had to watch it twice!! Walking in Memphis is one of a handful of songs that, when I hear them, everything else stops. And a huge 'Do Not Disturb' sign goes up! Thanks for keeping these songs alive...
@fivestring65ify
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for covering this song. It's iconic.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
For sure. Thanks Jimmy!
@TomRoyce
Жыл бұрын
This song always hits deeply into my soul. I never quite understand why, but it makes sense after this great interview and the time of its release. I had been in Atlanta for a couple months when I first heard Marc sing "Walking in Memphis," and as a mid-20s guy, I was really finding my footing as a man. Now at 57 and listening to the song again with my headphones on and the world set aside for 4 minutes, I understand the song's power. The coming-of-age story that Marc told through this song still makes me emotional. Great interview and great memories.
@eviltrain420
Жыл бұрын
I just want to thank you so much for not just this interview but for all of unique, interesting, and frankly amazing videos that bring so much depth to every song/album/artist/ record that you make a video about. There have been so many videos about artists or songs excetera that I never thought in a million years that I was interested in but I would hear the stories behind it and brought to me by your videos and truly intrigued and feel more educated about life in general by watching them so thank you very much.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
That's so cool to hear. Thanks for watching.
@kimkrol1121
Жыл бұрын
Exactly! You put so well what I was thinking.
@TheJoan48
Жыл бұрын
Loved how you both loved being together just laying back in the pure joy of relating what music means to you.
@jillwklausen
Жыл бұрын
Incredible song. Incredible interview. You hit it out of the park with this one, Adam. Thank you so much!
@richwever2756
Жыл бұрын
Killer interview. This album is one of those that teaches you to listen to EVERY track on EVERY album you buy, because if you don't, you'll miss out on something big
@brenturquhart7090
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this episode and thank you for knowing who Marc Cohen is. Almost everyone I know have no idea who Marc is, and I can’t figure out why. His first album was indeed a home run in my eyes. I compare it to Tracy Chapman’s first album, it’s a perfect album and I don’t understand why everyone doesn’t have a copy of their own, I just can’t understand why. Every song is amazing, but Walking in Memphis is on a whole other level, every word is perfect. My favourite line is “She said, "Tell me are you a Christian child?" And I said, "Ma'am, I am tonight".” It doesn’t get any better than that, no sir, it does not.
@RBS_
Жыл бұрын
...funny you say that, because that how I felt....but I've been playing his "Very Best Of", more....I gotta get that CD out of storage, it was VERY good....
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
A grand slam! I agree Brent. Thanks for watching.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
His first album really is a best of!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I sincerely apologize, but it was today that I discovered Marc Cohen and his absolute masterpiece. That’s a shame, since I can name over 200+ other artists from the rock era. I have a habit of judging things too early, but I can confidently say this time that this song gets a 11/10 in my books.
@RBS_
Жыл бұрын
@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 ....well, I gave it an '11' back in March of 1991! ...on CASSETTE SINGLE! ...ha-HAA!! ...ah well, at least you're learning about GOOD Music, Lady Lily....
@violetsnotviolence
Жыл бұрын
For better or for worse it reminds me of where I grew up. I was born in Mississippi about two hours south of Memphis. Bless him for this song. I take it for granted, but I know the area means a lot to so many people. I'm glad it helped provide him with the inspiration he needed to get his career going. He seems like a lovely man, and is a wonderful storyteller.
@seanelcock
Жыл бұрын
Walking in Memphis is a throwback to high school…just a heartfelt, gritty, song about life and trying to make it. A what a classic interview with a great guy. We’ll done, Professor!
@nothanks3236
Жыл бұрын
I work in radio and got to meet Marc Cohn about 10 years ago. Very chill, nice guy.
@theduke821
Жыл бұрын
I love Marc Cohn! He did an anniversary tour for this album a few years ago and played the album from start to finish and it was an amazing experience. He sounds as great live as he does on the record!
@glo3139
Жыл бұрын
This song is a classic. Every time I hear it now, I think of my dear departed sister. We both loved this song. We thought it was a masterpiece of a song. Pure perfection!!!!
@gnather
Жыл бұрын
I have never commented on your videos. However, being a lifelong Memphian (my father, Grandfather, Great Grand father also) being born here and being a huge music fan I can't say enough about that song. I'm 71 now and I think back all about living here and the so many things that have gone wrong here and put us in such a bad light. So, I think about all the fabulous, fabulous music from this place I can't help but smile and think that no matter what else went down here we have the MUSIC!!!! This is the home of American music, The Blues, Rock and Roll, Jazz nowhere else can make the claim. So when I heard "Walking in Memphis for the first time I knew that guy was on a journey to find out and he stumbled into the absolute right place to become enlightened. Thanks for interview him.....but I already knew what he was going to say. You can't live here or come here for the music and not know and he summed it up perfectly.
@tedbecker4051
Жыл бұрын
Great song. I haven't heard any other songs by Marc Cohn, but after this episode, I'm definitely going to check out more of his music. Even though I'm not very familiar with this artist, this is one of my favorite interviews that you've done. His storytelling abilities come through not just in his song, but in this interview. Great interview
@anthonykerber1574
Жыл бұрын
Silver Thunderbird
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
This is the first time I’ve heard of him. I listened to the song and immediately fell in love.
@onefortheroad2291
Жыл бұрын
The way he tells the story during the interview, is it any wonder what a hit this song was?? Some folks have the ability to put you somewhere. To paint a picture in your minds eye and make you FEEL the moment. One of your best episodes Adam!
@jasonvalente1656
Жыл бұрын
This song hits me so deep in my soul, I tear up almost every time I here it. but in a good way. The Al Green and Muriel stories are priceless. Thx for another great vid and interview Professor
@graysonbr
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for covering the backdrop behind Cohn's Walking In Memphis and the interview with him. True Companion is another excellent song on that album. Really enjoyed that album when it came out.
@willwest2773
Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate that interview - Always Loved that Song - Thank You ---Cheers
@Elwaves2925
Жыл бұрын
I love this song, it's such a beautiful piece. At the time every song with a piano caught my attention for some reason but this was definitely the stand out and I still love hearing it. I always figured this was based on reality, with a little bit of license that most songs use (i.e. the ghost). It's a great story.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Elwaves!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I normally find a lot of piano songs don’t leave a lasting impression on me, but this one does. Those lyrics hooked me in!
@Elwaves2925
Жыл бұрын
@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I can understand that, even though I don't personally agree, but it's definitely the lyrics that make the song work.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
@@Elwaves2925 Those lyrics are so poignant.
@matthewrosenthal753
Жыл бұрын
This is why this channel rocks! This song is beauty, Power, and pathos. Perfection.
@Nora-ov2pq
Жыл бұрын
I love this song! I ended up going to Memphis for a family reunion and as I walked down Beale Street it brought tears as I sang it. Thank you Mr Cohn.
@philb4462
Жыл бұрын
I went to Marc Cohn's first ever gig he got paid for, at the Dominion Theatre in London in 1991 (or 92?). It was just him and Jeff Peevar and it was amazing. As well as the great music, he was extremely funny all the way through. He sang humorous comments in the middle of his songs. He kept talking about how the record company expected him to have a band, which he didn't have. He did WiM twice. Early on in the set he sang it solo and sang "if I had a band this is where they'd start playing". He did the song again as the very last song and he had the whole audience sing it with him. It was one of the best concerts I have ever been to.
@efhs1970
Жыл бұрын
Adam! Great episode/interview! I’ve always loved “Walking in Memphis”, but didn’t know it’s awesome backstory! Marc is Incredibly humble and transparent! It’s obvious that the song has influenced him just as it has many of his fans! Thanks for sharing!💫
@paulstabler5990
Жыл бұрын
I know the feeling about going somewhere to clear your head. I have always loved this song and now I know why. Thanks
@AZD2169
Жыл бұрын
You are 💯 % correct. A magical song. Marc has that voice where you wanna stop and listen. Fantastic interview.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy. It was a lot of fun.
@davebops2478
Жыл бұрын
Great interview, thanks Prof!
@damonwebb813
Жыл бұрын
Timeless classic Soulful vocals that carry many levels, and all those delicious quiet spots that resonate song, you can hide in
@Ranseler
Жыл бұрын
I have watched so many of these videos and interviews - this may be my favorite. What a joy to hear Marc Cohn tell his story. As inspirational as the Memphis trip he talks about. Awesome job on this one!!!!
@michaelsova7349
Жыл бұрын
To this day this song catches everyone’s attention and they have a need to sing along. What a great writer he is. Superb interview !
@kentd4762
Жыл бұрын
Great video/interview, Adam, of a wonderful song and singer/song-writer. Thank you! Loved hearing about Muriel; wasn't what I expected. RIP.
@jon1704
Жыл бұрын
You just hit it out of the park every time, Adam. You and Rick Beato are the two greatest things in KZitem right now. We're kindred spirits in our love for music from all genres, and I thank you for this gift you've given us! In fact, I really think a 1 on 1 between you and Rick would be just PHENOMENAL...what do you think? I bet you'd talk for HOURS...
@spiralflash6169
Жыл бұрын
Didn’t you feature this song before? I remember the story, and I don’t watch any other channel that does what you do…In any case, great choice and episode! 👍
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@NKBobcat
Жыл бұрын
This guy seems like a great guy to have a conversation with. Thanks for the interview!
@johnglenf8611
Жыл бұрын
Even when this song was new on the radio it always seemed to take me back to happy times in my past. What a great interview. I literally had goosebumps watching. Mr. Cohn, thank you for a great song that stirs the soul.
@LadyCin611
Жыл бұрын
What an amazing interview and an incredible artist Well done, you!
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@johnjperricone7856
Жыл бұрын
I get teary and choked up singing along. It is a goosebumps generator for sure, and I never thought it was made up. Something about it always seemed like he was telling a true story.
@pamgoodson9688
Жыл бұрын
It's always amazing to me to hear these stories because you listen to songs and you don't really think about where they came from or how they came about but you wonder.
@greglawrence4125
Жыл бұрын
I always loved how this song sounds like it could come from any era or any genre. I’m great at pinning songs with the year they were released, but this one can always stump me because it sounds like nothing that came out around that time. Awesome interview as always.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
It's so true.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
I did not know this song only came out in the 90s!
@maxaroni15
Жыл бұрын
I was off by 1 year (1991). I remember buying the cassette album. Lots of great songs (especially Walking In Memphis and True Companion).
@felixmarkevicius1752
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful interview, thanks Prof!
@adderman1950
Жыл бұрын
I fell in love with this song the very first time I heard it and still never get tired of listening to it. Yes it reached down and it me right in my soul!
@davidclarke7905
Жыл бұрын
So glad to hear some background on this incredible artist and song. When practicing to sing it, I broke down myself. The religious elements helped me to identify a spiritual emptiness which I then began exploring. Thank you Mark for launching me on that path.
@johnpaulgarrett1
Жыл бұрын
In the past, whenever WALKING IN MEMPHIS came on the radio i listened intently because of his emotional voice and the fantastic story he tells. However, after watching this interview, whenever i hear this beautiful song the reverence will be magnified because i'll know he really did go to Memphis, and Mrs Muriel was real, and she really did play at The Hollywood on Fridays. And i doubt if i'll ever forget how she gave him permission to "Let it go now" regarding his mother's early passing and his fear about his parents concern for his happiness and success. Mr Cohn is such a nice guy. It made me smile to see how happy he was to tell his story. Like John Lennon said, people will see and hear this interview and take from it what matters most to them...
@The_R-n-I_Guy
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful song. Wonderful interview.
@jasjones6556
Жыл бұрын
I’ve always had such overwhelming love for this song. Awesome to hear it’s all true ! Thank you once again Prof !
@lindaingallsobrien4217
Жыл бұрын
I moved from Louisina to Memphis in the 8th grade. I was born in 1961. My school bus used to go on Graceland Blvd. right past Elvis' house every day & Elvis was still alive! We eventually moved North to Dyersburg Tennessee straight on the Mississippi River. Since I used to play the piano for church even at that age......I can really relate to this song! And may I add that it is a beautiful song! Thank you so much for sending me back there. I live in Colorado now
@gunsofsteele
Жыл бұрын
Thanks guys! I'm crying like a baby! Nothing like a good ol' Foursquare Gospel tent revival to cleanse your doubts. Love this episode!
@grene1955
Жыл бұрын
Certain songs are special in that they transport you to a place you have never been. Rainy Night In Georgia, Wichita Lineman... This is right up there with those masterpieces. Great interview!
@michaelkeogh8454
Жыл бұрын
This takes me back to my senior year at Mississippi State in Starkville which isn't all that far from Memphis, TN. Great interview Adam.
@pamr4040
Жыл бұрын
Great interview! I still have that CD from back in the day...still love it, and him! ❤🎶
@richfyhr2279
Жыл бұрын
What a great interview. Thank you!!
@ToddCotta
Жыл бұрын
Since the first time I heard it, this song moved me. In the lexicon of popular music that stands the test of time, this is one of them. I cant say enough about how much this song means to me.
@rogerdeahl9629
Жыл бұрын
Walking in Memphis and On The Dark Side by John Cafferty were 2 GREAT songs! Absolutely love this song. A great little mini history lesson from Memphis. Thanks for the deep dive Professor. Always look forward to your daily surprise for us.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Roger!
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
Right now I am still praying for Memphis in light of the Tyre Nichols tragedy…but at least we got some classics out of that city!
@AFloodofSolaceJohnWhigham
Жыл бұрын
This was a very uplifting video for me personally. It is just an amazing thing to see such a talented artist be so incredibly humble. Thank you for this. I thank God for people Like you.
@tomcartwright7134
Жыл бұрын
Professor, what a fine chat with an artist I know little of. It is a shame what has happened to radio. I haven’t listened to radio in a decade. I remember the sheer joy of hearing a new song by my favorite bands. Now most radio stations are owned by big conglomerates and the sound is a homogenized package which promises the same playlist from city to city.
@tgriffin8179
Жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful and haunting experience! Thank you Marc for the heartfelt song and thank you Professor for the story… both of you keep’em coming!
@musclesmouse
Жыл бұрын
This song came out when I graduated HS. It represented the long journey I was about to embark going to college and finding myself. I didnt hear it much during the journey, but it reminds me of that start.
@Willie_McBride
Жыл бұрын
Adam. You’ve done it again my friend. I loved this song from the very first time I heard it, &’probably even more today. What a fantastic interview, & Cohn comes across as such a great guy. Genuine, & personable, a great story teller. Like everyone, I was always surprised & disappointed that he didn’t have more songs get air time. But st least he knows that, while I know he wrote this song for himself, Millions of us love it almost as much as he does. Literally cannot hear this song enough. And can’t thank YOU enough for bringing us the story Adam.
@davevanwhalen2693
Жыл бұрын
Greater interview Adam I remember the song on the radio, my mom always used to sing to it, Brings back a lot of memories.
@TheCharlesAtoz
Жыл бұрын
I love the song, but now I like it even more after listening to this interview. More!!
@shanerowe3069
Жыл бұрын
Hello from New Zealand. Loved that song and went looking for more and loved what I found. Way underrated Storytelling at its finest and he comes across as a cool guy that you could spend hours talking to
@MasonCorey123
Жыл бұрын
Two of my favorite songs have Memphis in the title. This song, "Walking in Memphis", of course, and "Memphis" by Marcy Playground. So nice to hear the background story. Much appreciated!
@randomjeb
Жыл бұрын
Being from Memphis, this song, of course, holds a special place in my heart. When this song came on the radio, my whole family would sing along to it.
@shanemaddison9407
Жыл бұрын
I love this song. Definitely one of my favourites. Thanks for a great interview.
@janesharp4341
Жыл бұрын
I was producer for a small play in community theater. It was a piece we were taking to competition, which was about the only recognition we get for the work. The play was "Graceland" about 2 women who show up at the gates to Graceland, each wanting to be the first to enter when Graceland opened to the public. Having seen Elvis from front row seats (with my Mom) shortly before he died, I was a hard rock fan until that night. I became a born-again Presleyterian, truly a conversion. But I was having a hard time getting our actresses to capture the heart of the play. Amazingly, Mr. Cohn's song hit the airwaves and I had them listen to it. They got it. We won West Coast competition and placed 3rd nationally. That song helped them, and me, carry the bigger message to an audience of hard-core theater people who needed to be moved and transported and elevated by the work. We didn't use the song in the play, we didn't have to. It was enough to lift the actresses to understand what their message to the audience should be and they delivered it. Please thank Mr. Cohn for me. I am moved every time I hear it.
@deborahpetipas9365
Жыл бұрын
Love this song. I appreciate your research and definite interview skills. Think I'll go back and listen to the song from the start!
@joenovak2815
Жыл бұрын
Great interview, Professor. And a bonus re-introduction to "Avenging Annie"!
@chrisvermette650
Жыл бұрын
I love the whole album. Great stories in each song.
@ProfessorofRock
Жыл бұрын
We covered many of them. Thanks for watching.
@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980
Жыл бұрын
Guess I have to do some listening! 🎧
@musclecarmitch908
Жыл бұрын
Awesome episode Professor! Awesome story behind the song! One of my favorites! Thanks for keeping the music alive!
@investigator77
Жыл бұрын
I love this song in so many ways. The lyrics, the music, and his beautiful voice together was definitely lightning in a bottle. I love that raspy sound to his voice, and when he hits the peak "and she said "Tell me if you're a Christian child, I said Ma'am I am tonight!" It never gets old, and always gives me chills. The imagery in the song is like a film. I can picture him walking on the pier, in his blue suede shoes, where Elvis had walked, and so many greats before him, and can imagine how exciting that must have been for an artist like himself. This song is eternal.
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