I saw Jonathan solo acoustic in around February of 1979. My roommate and I went on double date in a snow storm in Georgetown. The audience consisted of 6 people. Including us. Our table abutted the stage. On a previous occasion, I had seen him play a double bill. In between sets, he joined me at the pinball machine.
I can't remember which video it was, but someone commented "is he God?" It's not like a "Clapton is God" comment or anything like that, and I'm not religious but it's more like Jonathan is God, in that he subtley visits now and again and spreads the purest simplest joy, with zero pretense or ego. I truly love his music.
Jonathan, with no doubt you are one of the more interesting amd wonderful human beings of this F world were we live. Your songs and your performances are sooooo great. Please never die, please go on singing forever. We absolutely love you in Barcelona. Come back!
Johnathan could write a song about making toast and it’d be awesome… saw him at a tiny club in Melbourne around this time and never seen a room so full of happy people. He’s an absolute genius
You are lucky to have seen him twice! I only have one thing on my bucket list - see JR live. Will probably never happen as he's afraid of flying and I'm in Australia 😢 I was just a kid last time he came here in the 90s
I haven't listened to the whole song but Jonathan Richman might be interested to know that the Hudson Bar on 8th Avenue was named - until I announced it probably - the Henrietta Hudson bar. This is the name of a chemistry teacher in the college I taught in in London. Whether or not she is gay, unless she approved the name of it, I would think it inappropriate. There can't be that many Henrietta Hudsons. Unless it was called that in the past.
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Oh no i just fell in love with Julia Sweeney 30 years ago
I met Julia in 2015. We talked about Ween. She’s cool as hell
That is exactly 30 years too late!
I saw Jonathan solo acoustic in around February of 1979. My roommate and I went on double date in a snow storm in Georgetown.
The audience consisted of 6 people. Including us.
Our table abutted the stage.
On a previous occasion, I had seen him play a double bill.
In between sets, he joined me at the pinball machine.
So one of you dated Jonathan and the other dated . . . Frosty the Snowman ?
Saw him up close 2 days ago and I'm still buzzing
You are a very lucky man.
No way!!!😮😮
I absolutely love Jonathan Richman, what a great man he is
He showed me the chords to one of his songs at the Bijou Cafe once.
Thanks Conan for so frequently inviting this musical genius to your show during the 90ties..
The most uplifting artist ever! Whenever I see Jonathan Richman I leave feeling like I'm walking on air! Thank You very much! !
You're quite welcome! Appreciate the fact that so many people enjoy JR, and express that on these clips. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
What's for afters?
me too. whenever i'm feeling down i watch live clips of him
I'm a bit that way too check out Danny Fingers and the Thumbs!!! I love him so much too I mention him in my song "Always Alone".
This must be one of the best performances in rock and roll history
He switched to acoustic guitar because he didn't want damage ''the little kiddies' hearing''. Sweetest man alive!
Over 70 and he still plays out in NYC thank u Jonathan
Where? When?
I'm a bit pissed and in the early stages of dope sickness and this had me smiling ear to ear
Hope you’re doing okay man, such a tough fight! Rooting for you!
songwriting in its purest and greatest form
I can't remember which video it was, but someone commented "is he God?" It's not like a "Clapton is God" comment or anything like that, and I'm not religious but it's more like Jonathan is God, in that he subtley visits now and again and spreads the purest simplest joy, with zero pretense or ego. I truly love his music.
The Jonathan and Julia part is so sweet
You don't understand, I'm obsessed!!!!!!!!
I do, believe me, I do.
Jonathan, with no doubt you are one of the more interesting amd wonderful human beings of this F world were we live. Your songs and your performances are sooooo great. Please never die, please go on singing forever. We absolutely love you in Barcelona. Come back!
Richman is truly a character!
No one like him.
Johnathan could write a song about making toast and it’d be awesome… saw him at a tiny club in Melbourne around this time and never seen a room so full of happy people. He’s an absolute genius
I smile every time I watch this. Julia Sweeney is just adorable ❤
Very true.
Man the confidence is sick.
Dead on what I needed.
JR is the cure for COVID-19 👌
this is the best thing ever.
great soul and humour love him so much
This shit is GENIUS
Jonathan Richman is amazing! I've seen him more than 5 times and it's always a pleasure! Thank You Very Much Mr Richman ×○×
I've only been able to see him in concert twice, but I'd love to see him play again
You are lucky to have seen him twice! I only have one thing on my bucket list - see JR live. Will probably never happen as he's afraid of flying and I'm in Australia 😢 I was just a kid last time he came here in the 90s
OMG I can't stop watching him!!
he is so talented
brings a smile to your face
What a huge talent he is and was!
Good-moodometer to the absolute max
c'est cool: exceptionnel! bravo! j'adore, j.r.! : )
Gold.
sooo great !!
i love he
Genius
Way underrated!!
jonathan
The maestro
90s Johnathan Richman.. the best
Will love ❤️ Jonathan for ever , great honest lovely man.
If you get to Jonathan's shows early, he might be solo on the dance floor, dancing to the pre gig DJ tunes.
Fantastic!! Thank you!! All the best to JR, JS, and CO!
LOVE !
November 5, 1993
Thanks!
Wow just wow😱
Funny and great improvisation
Incredible
Charming!
Julia is great...endearing!
Fantastic
I've always loved Julia Sweeney but she is right. Wow. The audience didn't know how to react at first. I miss her though.
He is definitely most eccentric
& der Hüftschwung dazu - formidable ;)
CoCo and JoJo - what a great combo.
What a guy!
Guitar!
Ah, Golden Conan
I haven't listened to the whole song but Jonathan Richman might be interested to know that the Hudson Bar on 8th Avenue was named - until I announced it probably - the Henrietta Hudson bar. This is the name of a chemistry teacher in the college I taught in in London. Whether or not she is gay, unless she approved the name of it, I would think it inappropriate. There can't be that many Henrietta Hudsons. Unless it was called that in the past.
Handsome goof!
Wow. Best thing on TV along with the Wire?
+SenorMorgenStern The Joan Jett cover of his song Roadrunner was on the second season of The Wire.
90's Conan > the Wire
I've never seen a guitar slung so low.
You missed the grunge era dude, lol. Every guitar, to the knees. Scoliosis everywhere!
@@knittingnickel Jimmy Page had it lower.
@@apolloptx Yeah? I'm a 90s gal, so never caught that.
i luv you!!!
Fab
🤘🤘
things should be friday night.
After just coming back from a Mac Demarco show a few months ago..... boy are they similar
(Not the music, the show/persona)
i was thinking exactly that right before i read your comment
Mac totally stole his way of.speaking in interviews, that's for sure.
nah
@@cherrythreeonefouronefivenine Some of the music is a little similar too
Memories of a convertible on the Big Sur with a blonde mistress. :)
Yes yes ❤❤❤❤RAa
We need more avant garde leaning anything goes late night hosts like Conan.
what a dude. love him. I should have him at my divorce party!
He is our Maurice Chevalier!
Jonathan holds a special place in my heart.
Can anyone tell me what kind of guitar he's playing i e the brand name.?
Silvertone I believe
So it would seem
How are there 26 thumbs down?!?
the way she pronounced Galway ahahah
This song is essentially code for, i don't want to get assaulted tonight; i'm not going to assault anyone tonight.
wELL!
Is he God?
yes
yes
Yes
Yes
Absolutely
Anyone know who makes that guitar? Its soooo Jonathan.
It's a Sears Silvertone
Probably made by Kay
hello. Does anyone know what sort of guitar that is? thank you.
Miguel Glover I think it’s a Silvertone
Euphoria s02e04 (30/01/2022)
The inspiration for The Flight of The Conchords?
Hi.
No mention of McSorley's?
Dragon Roost Island theme song
Surrender to Jonathan.
Theres just somethin about maryy
Would have been cooler of he did a duet with rip Taylor
Bruce Springsteen + Pee Wee Herman = Richman
He’s trying too hard but this song is still good
LOL you don't know Jonathon!
Effortless