My mom would run into the TV room where dad was watching. “Oh, Gomer’s singing!” The greatest generation loved our country, our servicemen and women, and Gomer Pyle. God rest his (Jim’s) soul.
@Dr.Westside
Жыл бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
I agree wholeheartedly with you!! I miss it too.
@zekegrimm3775
2 ай бұрын
Amen!
@arnewengertsmann9111
Ай 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.
@PeanutButter-yu2oy
23 күн бұрын
Wholesome indeed. We have lost almost every vestige of goodness and simplicity, honesty and truth. Let's pray we recover it.
@richarddambrosio3602
2 ай бұрын
One of the greatest moments in TV history.
@ronh.798
26 күн бұрын
It is special
@charlesbear5867
2 жыл бұрын
Nobody, and I mean nobody will ever do this song better than Jim Nabors. Goose bumbs all over
@faithfulforever6331
3 жыл бұрын
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 !😊
@susanhirsch6249
Ай бұрын
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.
@RadicalKindness
23 күн бұрын
Five key changes! What a brilliant singer.
@teenaray8084
Ай бұрын
What a voice! And it could be heard clearly over the orchestra!
@milliewilliams6418
Жыл бұрын
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
11 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
10 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
9 ай бұрын
He will be missed. Love him singing this song, but always sang back home again in Indiana at the 500.
@sandraelder1101
4 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
3 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
@MiltonJenkins
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
WOW!A wonderful experience and memory.
@stevenscottoddballz
3 жыл бұрын
*decades
@sarahh.8579
3 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
@MrMenefrego1
4 жыл бұрын
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*
@RSTI191
Жыл бұрын
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
@lisaday2463
2 ай бұрын
He was a incredible man with a golden voice he will be missed
@cyndiroberts5922
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Agreed! He, Mario Lanza and Enrico Caruso were voices of my childhood.
@craigdone651
Жыл бұрын
Andrea Bocelli is the best present day voice.
@christinewells-leddon9287
Жыл бұрын
@@craigdone651 Maestro Bocelli is an international treasure.
@reddiver7293
4 ай бұрын
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.
@4ljc433
3 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
Choices?
@Bobo-uh1bx
2 ай бұрын
@@DavidLS1give it a break, person was being sincerely nice.
@DavidLS1
2 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
2 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
2 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? 🏳🌈
@noelledavis8881
Ай бұрын
jim's voice melts like smooth butter and so fine!❤
@RicardoRoams
5 жыл бұрын
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!
@Echiya
4 жыл бұрын
Back when TV did its best to edify us, not piss us off or freak us out.
@marcschneider4845
3 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
3 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
3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t have said it better myself ☺️ 👍
@Echiya
3 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
3 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.
@Laakona
Жыл бұрын
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
4 ай бұрын
He had a real star master voice.
@princessofarchetypes3870
3 ай бұрын
What a great man
@jackiebarnes5609
Ай бұрын
Awesome having jim as a neighbor. Positively he has a amazing voice.
@Laakona
Ай бұрын
@@jackiebarnes5609 He never even has ANY musical/voice training.
@beckyhyden3516
10 ай бұрын
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
3 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
3 ай бұрын
Who cares? Liberacci was that way does that take away from their ability? Or talent?
@SteveSmith-hh2ni
2 ай бұрын
you make me want what you have. beautifully said
@bobbycv64
2 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
2 ай бұрын
not to worry, there will be lots of "Jims" in Heaven. God makes all of us and He makes good people.
@drsauce4347
2 жыл бұрын
When the entire family watched TV together without any unspeakable embarrassment.
@charlesatty
4 жыл бұрын
He knocked it clear out of the park, in fact it is still going. I seem to have something in my eye.
@marcieradcliffe7932
4 жыл бұрын
Rop
@juliemonarch7364
3 жыл бұрын
Who's cutting onions in here?
@kathyrice7931
Ай бұрын
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!
@pamelabretschneider3780
2 ай бұрын
I truly miss this Patriot… one of our most admired Americans of all time. God bless Jim Nabors forevermore…. 🇺🇸🕊️🇺🇸
@indyphotog30
3 жыл бұрын
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
@ruthc655
2 жыл бұрын
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
9 ай бұрын
@@genesisbettis2677What a remarkable voice! Jim Nabor’s was truly amazing!
@dawnbaker9274
Жыл бұрын
I never get tired of listening to Jim Nabors. That voice was a true Gift.
@TheHiredGun187
8 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
4 ай бұрын
NBot at all what you would expect from Gomer!
@jjjackson5183
Жыл бұрын
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
@lelaarneson3147
4 жыл бұрын
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!
@ireneduett950
2 жыл бұрын
This is what a GOD GIVEN VOICE SOUNDS LIKE!!!!
@robinaguinaldo4507
Жыл бұрын
Amen
@kellyb3540
Жыл бұрын
What appropriate lyrics for a voice like that. The skies opened up and said "please come in".
@georgianabarber8240
2 ай бұрын
To add to my note I am almost 84
@JustTired659
2 ай бұрын
Yep!!!. I too, remember a time when actors were truly talented!
@Lees706
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Jim sang it without Auto-Tune my young people
@mr.cosmos5199
2 жыл бұрын
After more than fifty years,to watch my Gomer Pyle again is a sheer joy!
@Ron71997
3 ай бұрын
When I was a kid and watched him as Gomer Pyle - I was completely confused when he started singing- now I know he was using a fake squeaky tone as Gomer....What a voice!
@victorburk2932
9 ай бұрын
One of my favorite songs of all time and nobody sings it better than Jim Nabors. R.I.P. PFC Gomer Pyle.
@brendabyes5598
3 ай бұрын
Live Jim Nabors...and....Luther Vandross too.
@platoon2047
2 ай бұрын
@@brendabyes5598 Let's not forget Richard Kiley
@katespear1233
Жыл бұрын
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.
@robgrune3284
5 жыл бұрын
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
@danhardesty6318
2 ай бұрын
I tear up every time I watch this. My Mom has one of his records. I loved listening to him.
@dewster1966
2 ай бұрын
What a loss! Such a great performer. So, blessed to have been able to grow up enjoying his talent!
@martinbaxter4783
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@danielmccarthy1581
3 жыл бұрын
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
🙏🏻😊
@brendaurch6270
2 жыл бұрын
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
Ай бұрын
Awesome
@joycewetherbee7421
Ай бұрын
On behalf of veterans past, present, and future, we thank you. Jim Nabors was an exceptional person.
@anggma
Жыл бұрын
WOW Jim Nabors was blessed with some amazing pipes.
@ELCADAROSA
3 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine that for those watching the first airing of this episode and didn't know Jim Nabors could sing so well, that their jaws hit the floor after he started singing.
@Hawkeye2001
3 жыл бұрын
I was one of those awe struck when Gomer started to sing
@_XR40_
3 жыл бұрын
He sang a bit on the Andy Griffith show, before his own show, so it wasn't a surprise to everyone - Of course you'd have to have been watching both shows...
@julieenslow5915
2 жыл бұрын
I was convinced he could not talk normally, but oh could he sing!!! Don't know if the first is true - but the second is absolutely a fact as you can hear for yourself!
@barrygattenhof9903
2 жыл бұрын
Gomer Pyle and Frank Spencer...both fictitional characters. Both actors/performers had great voices.
@pammortensen9352
2 жыл бұрын
We had not seen the show ("Gomer Pyle") for a couple of weeks when my mother spoke with my grandfather on the phone and found out that Gomer had been singing! What a thrill! Jim Nabors soon began making albums and we bought them all. No idea what happened to those LP's, but I now have them on DVD and listen to them in the car. I cried the day Jim died!
@gargantuaism
3 жыл бұрын
This has got to be in the top ten most dramatic endings to any sitcom episode ever. I love the shots of Sergeant Carter looking so proud. It's a wonder Carter ever had the nerve to yell at Pyle again after this episode.
@maryzorn3365
2 жыл бұрын
Look up Major Dad Impossible Dream-you’ll love it! Not comparing g the singers, but the premise of having a comedic character who suddenly surprises….!
@S4inc
Жыл бұрын
not for a while...lol ...but eventually
@sterlingholobyte
Жыл бұрын
@@maryzorn3365 Thanks for that suggestion. I looked up a clip of it and now it makes me want to watch the whole episode so that I get the whole context of what brought it about. And yes, no comparison to Jim's version but the guy in MD did do extremely well.
@miafillene4396
Жыл бұрын
Carter is a Drill Sergeant, wasn't he? Yellin' is in the blood. The more he does, the more he believes in you.
@jgp7591
2 жыл бұрын
I knew he could sing but I had no idea he could SING! What a voice!
@terrifleischer9915
Жыл бұрын
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.
@buttercatpaws9674
4 жыл бұрын
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
@iflyforfree
6 жыл бұрын
Sitcom or not, that performance deserved a standing ovation!
@kwebster62
6 жыл бұрын
It wasn't until that later part of the 20th century that people thought they had to give a standing ovation for everything. You can tell the audience really liked it, anyway.
@maryjeannechessrown8482
5 жыл бұрын
It sure does! What a classic!
@op3129
5 жыл бұрын
oddly, he broke through to fame based on his singing (and yeah, his baritone ... yowza). (fwiw, "The impossible Dream" is from don quixote, i.e., uselessly fighting against symbols.) he sang "bank home in indiana" at indy 500 every year. (what a shame most folks think he's a doofus from a sitcom. that show pigeonholed him.) ^ saying all that just as truth. I'm not a fan, I just don't like when people (nabors included) get minimized.
@dorothycoker8830
5 жыл бұрын
Dean Galloway I will never tire of listening to Jim (Gomer) sing this song.
@janefromtennessee
5 жыл бұрын
Agree
@jackiebarnes5609
2 ай бұрын
Still listening great emotion my love,his song now. Had been deceased 6 years.
@tosherification
3 жыл бұрын
One of the only times i ever saw my Daddy cry was when he saw this episode!
@MiltonJenkins
3 жыл бұрын
I wish you all coulda been with me, watching them film the episode in Wash. DC. See my story above. Milton Jenkins
@geek49203
4 жыл бұрын
Met him in his later years at Indy. He walked into the media center, and within minutes had captivated the entire place. I then left for my "real" duties, and he jumped into the elevator with me.... and started to practice "Back Home in Indiana". "Well" he said in his Gomer voice... "I hope I remember the words!" I was star-struck... and managed to get out, "You'll do just fine Jim!"
@MiltonJenkins
3 жыл бұрын
He was gracious to the core, genuinely. He was nice to you for your good and his.
@sarahh.8579
3 жыл бұрын
That's so cool!
@dickberry1498
2 жыл бұрын
I met Dolly Parton in Pidgeon Forge. I care little about status, rank or even if they were Jesus. I can talk to a small child as easy as talking to the President, King or Queen. Their power and fame is given to them by the people.
@trwent
2 жыл бұрын
It is actually "Back Home AGAIN In Indiana".
@jamesbutts9202
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite episodes, and the best rendition of this song.
@tisafarrow7798
8 ай бұрын
He was fantastic, but this song belongs to the incomparable Richard Kiley!
@omartorrio1512
Жыл бұрын
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
8 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.
@topmp3000
4 жыл бұрын
Even after 52 years, this performance makes me proud, of the rendition of that song, the USMC portrayed in the episode, and the love of country of those of us that actually served in uniform. 20+ years, Army here...
@corgicottage8578
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, friend, for serving and keeping us safe.
@JohnSmith-uy7sv
4 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 veteran or a marine or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or a fashion designer or a rock star or bodybuilder 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 country music singer or basketball star or being modest or a Disney star actor 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.
@donnapuckett4992
4 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv Amen!
@JohnSmith-uy7sv
4 жыл бұрын
@Margaret McEvoy 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. Americans are also human and will die like everyone else. We are no one special when it comes to God. We all deserve hell no matter what country you come from. Sin is sin all over the world.
@lindahull5793
3 жыл бұрын
Top MP, Thank you for your service
@liamwhitcombe1237
4 жыл бұрын
O.M.G. All the hair's on the back of my neck are standing to attention. One word BRILLIANT !!!!
@jamescox2749
Жыл бұрын
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.
@Bella-zq6nb
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing 🙏
@annecraven7906
4 жыл бұрын
Many versions of this beautiful song have been recorded, but none so moving as this. What an incredible, magnificent voice Jim Neighbors had.
@ceceliaclarke8427
3 жыл бұрын
I quite agree. Everyone...including Frank Sinatra-Elvis-Perry Como---and many other "famous" singers...tried to do something with this song. Most if not all of these people sounded purely awful as they attempted it. No performance/recording that I have heard of this song matches the phrasing and the dynamics of the Jim Nabor's performances. I don't know about any other songs that he performed. This Impossible Dream performance is practically perfect.
@stoxmama
3 жыл бұрын
Nabors
@Hambone571
3 жыл бұрын
So true. This is the best rendition of this song ever...
@scottmiller6495
3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, it leaves you in tears, what would have been really fulfilling is if they had the audience give him a standing ovation for atleast 5 minutes and filmed it, that would have been a real tribute to this incredible man !!!!!
@trwent
2 жыл бұрын
Jack Jones did a great job with it too.
@john-paulnagel2732
5 жыл бұрын
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?
@ericamurray5070
2 жыл бұрын
This is the BEST version of the song I have EVER heard ...ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY AWESOME ...I ENJOYED EVERY moment of it ...PRAISE BE TO GOD ...I LOVE IT !!!!!!
@jamesprior2496
Жыл бұрын
Agreed! This one is pretty hard to beat!
@bobbycv64
Жыл бұрын
TWO WORDS: AMERICAN and PATRIOT - this was the America I Remember. Erica, who is the unreachable star? CHRIST. Jesus, is not unreachable, we as humans do not want to reach out to our BROTHER and FATHER.. GOD LOVES YOU MORE THAN EVERYTHING HE CREATED.
@janicemcgill495
Жыл бұрын
Saw Richard Harrison with my dad in Boston. Unfortunately, the Windmill was not working that night. Dad asked me if I wanted to leave, as were most. We stayed and he gave me the the love of theater and I gave him the best performance of Richard Harris he had ever seen. Wonderful!
Listen to Peter O Toole This is ok, but Toole is the best
@debortahwelch9298
Жыл бұрын
I cry every time I see this. RIP Mr. Nabors
@larrywade7297
5 жыл бұрын
I dedicate this to my brother JAMES 'JIMMY' WADE, USMC, VIETNAM, ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
@kathleentate8343
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jimmy, for your ultimate sacrifice
@ronlombard3181
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you to your brother for keeping the wolves from the doors. It's me like him who keep us safe...
@JohnSmith-uy7sv
5 жыл бұрын
But he didn't die on a cross to save us from our sins.
@judyschmoll8541
5 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv THAT HAD ALREADY BEEN DONE!!!!.SO WHAT'S YOUR POINT????
@judyschmoll8541
5 жыл бұрын
Larry WADE, THANK YOU & YOUR FAMILY'S SERVICE FOR FREEDOM. R.I.P "JIMMY" 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@Tonetwisters
4 жыл бұрын
"A house divided against itself cannot stand ... " Abe Lincoln, Jesus Christ.
@shtcare
4 жыл бұрын
Too Right
@faithcampbell1632
3 жыл бұрын
Tonetwisters AMEN!
@williamgibb5557
3 жыл бұрын
So TRUE! We need help, and quickly! May OUR PRAYERS be answered!!!!
@janeiwasduncan8463
3 жыл бұрын
Sept. 3, 2020.. Nov. 3 rd is just 60 days away. Vote, and vote in person. That way your vote will be counted that day. And it woun't be " !ost in the mail". Keep America great!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@Focusyn
3 жыл бұрын
Ok.. you don’t have to swear at us.
@phyllissager3641
Жыл бұрын
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.
@peterlar1
Жыл бұрын
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.
@margiegreen5084
4 жыл бұрын
This is something that comes from deep within...RIP Jim Nabors
@beastlybombers
5 жыл бұрын
I remember as a young boy watching this episode almost 50 years ago and have never forgotten the powerful impact this had on me.
@maryjeannechessrown8482
5 жыл бұрын
Me too ! He had a wonderful voice!
@jeffthomas6818
4 жыл бұрын
Great. My cousin was in 1st Force Recon Company. KIA 1967. Fuck Jim Nabors. He was a dis service to the Corps
@monorailBrown
4 жыл бұрын
jeff thomas in what way was he a dis service?
@lst1194
4 жыл бұрын
Me Too! This was my favorite episode
@rmbjr60
4 жыл бұрын
@@monorailBrown I can sympathize with the feeling you have all these decades. This episode had more than a touch of propaganda given the year it was produced. But to F. Jim Neighbors is too easy. He didn't sent your cousin anywhere. And I don't think he hurt the image of the corps (quite the opposite, especially back then when we were all much more naive) If you really want to know who to dis... look no further than the spineless politicians of the day.
@dmedlin8118
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@EugeneEstes-vo9rq
Жыл бұрын
His voice will be missed
@rogerbrinker420
2 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
@terrymarvin
4 жыл бұрын
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
4 жыл бұрын
I don't remember ever seeing this. I know the show and have watched many episodes.
@farq2688
4 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.
@MindHunger
Ай бұрын
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.
@randymuro9486
Ай бұрын
GOMER Pyle is why I joined the MARINE CORE IN 1976. I WAS DEVASTATED WHEN HE DIED. SEMPER fi Gomer
@user-yu6qe7tn6o
24 күн бұрын
It's CORPS not CORE. Were you really in it?
@ronkryngel1159
4 жыл бұрын
The voice of Jim Neighbors is as rare as a blue diamond. Sometimes it’s corny to watch old videos and to listen to old songs but true talent is never too corny to listen to. A talent is a talent
@02089691011
4 жыл бұрын
What a voice, it’s so good to hear the words, especially from a singer so special as his...
@mikevallen999
4 жыл бұрын
Vert true Ron......real genuine talent is timeless .
@reallyreal9030
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@row759
4 жыл бұрын
He did that inentional. He wanted to be known as an actor. Completely different from singing.
@ChiefsGirlSince1989
4 жыл бұрын
Jim Nabors...
@wesleylear2104
4 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
@@festivelady826 That's correct tremendous entertainers leave their personal life alone, R.I.P.!!!!!
@jonellechambers607
2 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@suziecue3027
Жыл бұрын
Goosebumps
@curtisbolen2076
Жыл бұрын
This song is so uplifting it should be taught to everyone
@tammylewis9324
Ай бұрын
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.
@davidfowler7359
8 жыл бұрын
Nobody....NOBODY sings "The Impossible Dream" like Jim Nabors!!! A truly brilliant voice.
@arober9758
6 жыл бұрын
I agree 71.8%!!
@valerianl240
6 жыл бұрын
David Fowler not even Mr.Robert Goulte could have done that better
@brendapaddlety2413
5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely agree 👍💝
@geraldmiller8973
5 жыл бұрын
jim nabors was a better singer than a marine and the world is a better place because of it.
@scottmiller6495
5 жыл бұрын
@Paul KryderYes he did both singers were terrific!!!!!
@booksteer7057
5 жыл бұрын
Imagine how he would've blown away the judges on America's Got Talent with that magnificent singing following his country hick comedy routine.
@anyunusednick
4 жыл бұрын
He did not need AGT. He has a few albums.
@larryjojola1462
4 жыл бұрын
Got That Right...
@claudeduvauchelle3772
4 жыл бұрын
Book Steer S
@marycontrary926
4 жыл бұрын
Claude Duvauchelle hi
@wordsculpt
3 жыл бұрын
@@cuahuiltecan Some people lack the ability to imagine anything.
@bobbywells6545
2 ай бұрын
I could not sat a watch, I would have to stand in amazement and salute! To me it made our country even greater.
@deborahguffey902
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@jaymorgenthal9479
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@purplerose1300
4 жыл бұрын
My father was a marine sergeant in the time of the Korean War. This was his favorite song, and he had a beautiful voice like this. He started smoking in the marines, and emphysema took his voice away, and eventually it took his whole life away. On May 31, it was 22 years since he passed. I miss him.
@soldwithrick
2 жыл бұрын
You never get over the loss of a Parent ,I know because I lost my Mother a couple of years ago but I also know that they are always close to me in my Heart and Memory.... God Bless you .
@patriciajrs46
2 жыл бұрын
I am sorry. That must be difficult in every way. We never forget them and their love never leaves us.
@MalEvansUSA
Жыл бұрын
Your dad frank sutton and Jim nabors all died from smoking ailments sadly
@williammcintosh6522
Жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace Sargeant.
@2NDCBT
Жыл бұрын
Semper Fi Sergeant. "If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven's scene You will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines"
@kenyork1107
2 жыл бұрын
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 .
@marthamessersmith8726
Жыл бұрын
What a sad day when we lost this beautiful voice 😢🦋
@kay9549
8 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.
@damiankush2656
2 жыл бұрын
jim nabors has one of the finest voices to this day.
@cheryltrewin5597
5 жыл бұрын
As soon as he opens his mouth and starts to sing, I get goosebumps!
@maryjeannechessrown8482
4 жыл бұрын
Me too What a voice!
@jeanbartholomew8570
7 ай бұрын
My husband loved this song, it was played at his funeral ❤️🙏🏼
@nancyguss6739
2 жыл бұрын
This song still sends chills. He had a wonderful voice.
@lovernotfighter
4 жыл бұрын
Jim Nabors Had a tremendous voice.
@patrickmcclary8863
4 жыл бұрын
Yep he did...very nice man also
@abar7178
4 жыл бұрын
It was December 1970, Danang Viet Nam. "The Bob Hope Christmas Show." I will never forget Bob Hopes openning line. He said " Viet Nam has the best transportation in the world. You can catch a rocket , going anywhere " As he swung a golf club. Jim Neighbors was introduced By Mr. Hope and he walked on stage. He spoke to all of us in that voice all Marines Knew "Gomer Pyle. "Shazaam" he said. The applause, bought the house down. When he offered to sing for us. Everyone present cringed and begged Noooooooo. Then he started singing. When we heard his voice. Complete silence. We were all SHOCKED and in complete disbelief. Thank you USO a great organization and Thank you to probably one of the greatest Americans ever. Mr. Bob Hope. "Thanks For The Memories". Mr. Hope. Semper Fi.
@eileenbaran7040
4 жыл бұрын
OMG Bob Hope's Christmas shows were the best. To go to areas in conflict and still perform even when to there were issues at time trying to get there❤️
@JohnSmith-uy7sv
4 жыл бұрын
Eternity will not be about any of us, it will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell.
@gerard1657
4 жыл бұрын
a bar does military ever get an education. It's Jim Nabors,not neighbors, you illiterate
@gerard1657
4 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv get your christian propaganda off this thread
@JohnSmith-uy7sv
4 жыл бұрын
@@gerard1657 2 Timothy 4:2&5 New Living Translation 2 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you. This is youtube... It is called .. "FREE Speech" even you can say what you just said. It is your right as is mine. "KZitem is a free to use service and a can be a great space for teens to discover things they like. For many young people, KZitem is used to watch music videos, comedy shows, how to guides, recipes, hacks and more. "
@CathyBrown-ut8br
Жыл бұрын
I was fortunate enough to get to meet Mr. neighbors in 1976 magic mountain greatest day of my life he will be missed !
@foobarmaximus3506
2 жыл бұрын
He was not a Marine. He was an actor and a great singer. But he brought a great deal of honor to the Marines and the uniform. The USMC has been, and always will be proud of Jim Nabors. All in all, we shall not see his like again.
@charlesgibson646
5 жыл бұрын
That guy was a national treasure.
@TELEVISIONARCHIVES
8 жыл бұрын
Not only is this one of the best episodes from the show, but it's also one of the greatest moments on Television.
@lyndaalterio1027
2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful voice Jim Nabors had! Absolutely fantastic!!!!
@jeffrogers4002
Жыл бұрын
Can't say I've ever heard to many other singers do as powerful of a job on a song as Jim Nabors did on this song.
@scotthewitt258
2 жыл бұрын
One of my two favorite episodes. This one for the inspiration and uplifting message. The other for being comedy gold.
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