There are lyrics to this. "Now this here's John Boy, his name is John he's a boy. His daddy is John too, but his Grandpa is Zeb. His momma's not John. His sisters aren't John either. His brothers aren't named John, although they could be. His grandma is not a John, most neighbors aren't either, but we don't care, cause his name is John."
Für alle Junggebliebenen - folgende 80er Kult-Hörspiele sind übrigens wieder zu haben: "Professor van Dusen", "Als die Autos rückwärts fuhren", "Detektiv Kolumbus & Sohn" und "Schubiduu...uh".
Checkt mal auf youtube, iTunes oder Highscore Music.
Hi wish they would have more family shows like the Waltons now days. But now its more trash shows today than ever. No wonder why American family values is going down the drain.
@TheDaviniumXX You could've written it a year ago. I only saw it yesterday. And I've already explained myself. This conversation's over. Don't bother reply; it'll be deleted without being opened.
@TheDaviniumXX I wouldn't say it's my "favorite" show, I rarely watched it as a kid in the 70s, it was in the 90s that I developed a real interest in it.
And no, actually, you didn't hurt my feelings at all. Unless you were joking, which I doubt, you just sounded like a jerk, both in your original post and in your reply to me. Hey, you're entitled to your opinion; hate the Waltons all you want, but why click on this video then, other than to troll and start shit? Why not let us enjoy in peace?
I used to love watching this when it was broadcast on a sunday morning in england. But for some reason I never liked Little House On The Prairie. Probably because it was a bit too sickly sweet for my taste. But gimme John Boy and Co and I'm longing for a taste of the Baldwin sisters 'Recipe' :-)
Wow!CLASSIC!!-This was my dream family!!(some people had "imaginary friends" growing up,I had"imaginary families!!"--that's what foster "CARE" will do to a 5yr.old!)...sad how we were babysat and programed by the idiot box!!-Hey,this reminds me of an old T.V. add for the Yellow Pages I think,showing old black and white stills from the 30s+40s,with some guy singing"Heart of my heart,I love that melodie..."-ring a bell,anyone?(No pun intended!!)...
Funny how as a kid I hated when this show came on (grandparents loved it), and now I watch it any time I can.. A timeless classic..Probably buy all the DVD boxsets.. LOL
As soon as i heard the intro I had a flash back of being curled up on the sofa with my blanket and a cup of hot cocoa. LOL! funny how music can trigger memories!
I'm going to close all of this up (hopefully), by saying that "Atheist" doesn't mean that you can't be a "spiritual" person.
As far as the belief in "God": I am not inclined to be an "insurance-policy-believer"- simply believing in a god just because I might be "wrong".
If I am wrong, which is not unprecedented, I just think that the "Almighty" would easily see through a sham of a self-preserving belief held, just to keep myself from burning in hell.
TBwee..yes, you do have enough Universal insight to come to this decision. Your perspective after a few years of life on a very insignificant planet is sufficient enough to summarize the grand infinity with the single statement " there is no God." What if you are wrong.....
Then I guess I'm going to burn in hell with the rest of you sinners....
I'm not too worried about whether there is a "god" , or not; it's HOW you live your life.
I come from a deeply religious upbringing, and I have consistently learned that "believers" seems to have this overwhelming desire to project human frailties and sicknesses onto "God", e.g.: wrath, spite etc... that is what "Man" is.
If I should transcend death, I don't count on an evil god that would be wholly intolerant of error.
I spoke to someone a while back about this opening and I was told that the girl with the stick on 00:50 looked scary for how they used that to end their opening. I saw it and I agree. It does look scary. See for yourself.
I remeber when The Waltons was new, I hated it and resented being forced to watch by my parents. But today, I see an episode and I can't stop watching. Amazing how our likes and dislikes change.
@prkendora Partially true. I blame a lack of control on the continued downward spiral of tasteful entertainment. It's all done in the name of marketing and mental health, but I think it's impact is highly negative, and such poor programming is bound to cause more tension than is meant to release for society.
I just got this show on DVD I got 1-5 seasons for my Mom, but I've grown fond of the show. Hell, I have the theme on my MP3 Player! Actually I'm watching the Waltons right now.
Yes, a very good healthy loving family show.And it is no wonder kids are like they are and adults are so misserable now with all the violence and negitivity on tv and the world in general.
I am so tired of misserable people just getting about their bizness and not being able to look me in the eye
I met Richard Thomas this weekend here in san antonio...he was in the play 12 angry men.....he was juror number 8...He was fab along with the rest of the cast...we met John Boy back stage...he still looked the same as ever...his skin is amazing for a 55 year old guy....
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Yes, and you know his secret, don'tcha? As I overheard my mother say once to a group of her shocked friends, "You know what's REALLY good for your skin? Drinking lots of sperm!"
The Hallmark Channel didn't "compress" the theme (and series), 'TServo'- blame Warner Bros. Domestic Television for allowing more local stations to sell commerical time by "re-editing" the series for syndication....and "compressing" it as well. By the way, the series was always on THURSDAY nights at 8pm(et) on CBS, 'jethropu'.
Was never allowed to see a single episode when first aired. Whenever the show came on, someone jumped up and changed the channel. Watched it on re-runs years later. Liked it.
First night in Army Basic training ('86) someone said "goodnight, Johnboy" in the darkness. Whole barracks roared laughing.
True story folks (walton speak). I know JOEL, who originally was going to be the character "john-boy", He's also one hell of a trumpet player. In the test pilot, they all said "goodnight Joel-boy"..it was funny to hear it. They decided to nix Joel from the Waltons because he wanted to record the theme song by playing the trumpet from his butt,ala american pie!
Thanks for the posting. I have always loved this song and the show too. I find it unbelievable how some people have the ability to dislike shows and songs like that but have the ability to tune in very week to watch "the mean trio" from american idol put people down and think it's fun. It seems to me that something inside those people must be pretty sick.
I'm glad someone has put up "The Waltons" theme vids. because "The Waltons" was the most realistic of it's time history TV shows (The depression era 1930's - to late 1940's).
i say goodnite!!!!!!
GIngerBreadHouse97 3 weeks ago
What a bunch of redneck fags.
mightydyckerson 2 months ago
@Twinklebebe37 Yeah, he was there one day and gone the next. My guess is, he was shut down for copyright infringement.
rainfice0629 6 months ago
If you watch reruns they've cut the intro down to about ten seconds.
auerstadt06 7 months ago
Is this sped up? It's quicker than I remember it :D
lillyshak 8 months ago
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There are lyrics to this. "Now this here's John Boy, his name is John he's a boy. His daddy is John too, but his Grandpa is Zeb. His momma's not John. His sisters aren't John either. His brothers aren't named John, although they could be. His grandma is not a John, most neighbors aren't either, but we don't care, cause his name is John."
fjccommish 8 months ago
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fjccommish 8 months ago
BRING BACK THE WALTONS!
VinnyMonster1 10 months ago 2
Für alle Junggebliebenen - folgende 80er Kult-Hörspiele sind übrigens wieder zu haben: "Professor van Dusen", "Als die Autos rückwärts fuhren", "Detektiv Kolumbus & Sohn" und "Schubiduu...uh".
Checkt mal auf youtube, iTunes oder Highscore Music.
highscoremusic 1 year ago
Hi wish they would have more family shows like the Waltons now days. But now its more trash shows today than ever. No wonder why American family values is going down the drain.
SuperLittleman101 1 year ago 2
@SuperLittleman101 Most shows are not centered on the traditional family unit now as most of us knew it growing up, and that's sad.
prkendora 1 year ago
@prkendora And those that are just show families that seem to hate each other, or ar at the very least severely dysfunctional.
VinnyMonster1 10 months ago
theme tune to hellish sundays, tears of boredom drop from mine eyes
Meladygrey46 1 year ago
@TheDaviniumXX You could've written it a year ago. I only saw it yesterday. And I've already explained myself. This conversation's over. Don't bother reply; it'll be deleted without being opened.
Buh-bye.
wannawatchu66 1 year ago
@TheDaviniumXX I wouldn't say it's my "favorite" show, I rarely watched it as a kid in the 70s, it was in the 90s that I developed a real interest in it.
And no, actually, you didn't hurt my feelings at all. Unless you were joking, which I doubt, you just sounded like a jerk, both in your original post and in your reply to me. Hey, you're entitled to your opinion; hate the Waltons all you want, but why click on this video then, other than to troll and start shit? Why not let us enjoy in peace?
wannawatchu66 1 year ago
@TheDaviniumXX Nice thing to say. You sound like a person of experience.
wannawatchu66 1 year ago
Such good memories! I miss those days!
jfranklins 1 year ago
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HEXMETAL 1 year ago
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I can't believe i used to watch this shyt.
MyMerlin1 1 year ago
PUUUUUKE! Awww,had too much of the "Recipe"! hahahaHA!
SgtBastard101 1 year ago
Magnificent series!!!
EddyFleischmann 1 year ago
man, this music is like a time machine, the memories flood back. Great theme music by Jerry Goldsmith
CodyZamboni 1 year ago
ahhhhhhhhhh i love it :D
JanineCullen 1 year ago
I will try to avoid that :-)
chrigel1234 2 years ago
this was first broadcast on a monday night on bbc2 at 810 great memories thank you for u tube
millwallpaul76 2 years ago
Tempo's too fast w/ this version.
CharlesShawRules 2 years ago
I used to love watching this when it was broadcast on a sunday morning in england. But for some reason I never liked Little House On The Prairie. Probably because it was a bit too sickly sweet for my taste. But gimme John Boy and Co and I'm longing for a taste of the Baldwin sisters 'Recipe' :-)
kabogga 2 years ago
gotta have the recipe...
rkinwatauga 2 years ago
Wow!CLASSIC!!-This was my dream family!!(some people had "imaginary friends" growing up,I had"imaginary families!!"--that's what foster "CARE" will do to a 5yr.old!)...sad how we were babysat and programed by the idiot box!!-Hey,this reminds me of an old T.V. add for the Yellow Pages I think,showing old black and white stills from the 30s+40s,with some guy singing"Heart of my heart,I love that melodie..."-ring a bell,anyone?(No pun intended!!)...
dudenheimer1 2 years ago
Wow... that must be 35 years when I saw that the last time. Thanks for posting!
chrigel1234 2 years ago
omg :D
dancingcalamari 2 years ago
very nice!
Heriberthuegelbohm 2 years ago
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mbulseco 2 years ago
These days, people just don't say good night to each other. A simple courtesy, after all.
pix042 2 years ago 6
love this show not like tv today nobody makes tv showas like rtthen waltons anymore. watch it daily and alwas enjoyed it
girlfromhazleton53 2 years ago
I had ALOT of FAV tv shows back then, but this was my #1, then Little House On the Prairie... good ole' days...
DERedhead65 2 years ago
I agree ;o)
cosi66 2 years ago
Better days, I don't care what anyone says differently. :)
PapaDocN3D 2 years ago
I was so dissapointed one time to see John-Boy in a movie acting as the real BAD guy....!!!
TheCicha 2 years ago
Good night, John-Boy.
NKA23 2 years ago
hey john boy
JoLeR28eRS 2 years ago
Funny how as a kid I hated when this show came on (grandparents loved it), and now I watch it any time I can.. A timeless classic..Probably buy all the DVD boxsets.. LOL
stuckinthepatch 2 years ago
omg i was in the same situation..and now feel the same way...lol. thanks for letting me know its not just me lol
skuzzyknuckles 2 years ago
does anyone know the titile to the episode where grandpa dies on the waltons i dont know what season it was thank-you
sweetraven40 3 years ago
the 7th season opener "the empty nest" is when the family deals with his death
golubiewski3170 2 years ago
As soon as i heard the intro I had a flash back of being curled up on the sofa with my blanket and a cup of hot cocoa. LOL! funny how music can trigger memories!
xxxredmoonatnoonxxx 3 years ago 5
the first intro with pa bringing home a new radio was the best
derbone 3 years ago
who gives a shit how fast the song goes
montemary 3 years ago
good show. also cool that Grandpa was a fellow lambda chi
TheBadGuy235 3 years ago
I'm going to close all of this up (hopefully), by saying that "Atheist" doesn't mean that you can't be a "spiritual" person.
As far as the belief in "God": I am not inclined to be an "insurance-policy-believer"- simply believing in a god just because I might be "wrong".
If I am wrong, which is not unprecedented, I just think that the "Almighty" would easily see through a sham of a self-preserving belief held, just to keep myself from burning in hell.
Do the right thing: god or no god-OK?
Tbwee 3 years ago
But hey, Spyderkat.... has it ever crossed you mind that in this "grand infinity"... THAT I MAY BE RIGHT?
Enough said; it's a free country, though some of you only think it's "Free For You".
Tbwee 3 years ago
the theme from the first few seasons was much slower.
tiochristopher 3 years ago
LOL@PilsenB.
tiochristopher 3 years ago
Every saturday afternoon on Globo TV, a brazilian net TV.
p5parker 3 years ago
That Theme Went Too Fast If You ask Me does anyone agree
KidHunni 3 years ago
Thanks for the nice memories
essexbulldogs 3 years ago
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Blechhhhh!
I am so glad this is gone....
I am am atheist, and I thank God!!!
Tbwee 3 years ago
Well Tbwee, your gonna die someday (just like everyone else).
And what are you gonna say to God then?
Think Tbwee, think ...
ChristianFirefighter 3 years ago
TBwee..yes, you do have enough Universal insight to come to this decision. Your perspective after a few years of life on a very insignificant planet is sufficient enough to summarize the grand infinity with the single statement " there is no God." What if you are wrong.....
spyderkat 3 years ago
Then I guess I'm going to burn in hell with the rest of you sinners....
I'm not too worried about whether there is a "god" , or not; it's HOW you live your life.
I come from a deeply religious upbringing, and I have consistently learned that "believers" seems to have this overwhelming desire to project human frailties and sicknesses onto "God", e.g.: wrath, spite etc... that is what "Man" is.
If I should transcend death, I don't count on an evil god that would be wholly intolerant of error.
Tbwee 3 years ago
good ole days
carl7775 3 years ago 2
Well, since there is no such thing as "god", I won't have anything to say!
Think lemming, think!
Tbwee 3 years ago
"Good night, John Boy! ... ... John Boy? ..." (cue faint fapping sound)
PilsenB 3 years ago 2
Boy, does that bring back memories! Thanks!
Everything70 3 years ago
I spoke to someone a while back about this opening and I was told that the girl with the stick on 00:50 looked scary for how they used that to end their opening. I saw it and I agree. It does look scary. See for yourself.
NewYorkS4U 3 years ago
So good, i remember when to play that program in my country
jeanlukepickard 3 years ago
Boy, that tune brings back some lovely memories. I loved The Waltons.
petal66 3 years ago 2
one of the best tv shows ever.
mikedeluco 3 years ago
I remeber when The Waltons was new, I hated it and resented being forced to watch by my parents. But today, I see an episode and I can't stop watching. Amazing how our likes and dislikes change.
Herdfan91 3 years ago
my sentiments exactly! Had no interest whatsoever when new...now I own all 6 seasons...real sense of family values...
BRIERFOX 3 years ago
LOL! I agree. This show always used to depress me. The opening music is just flat out sad. Heck, the 70s were depressing.
tommyrock69 3 years ago
is that a pun???
Since this took place during the depression !
OctoberSaint 4 years ago
Some of the production team of this show ended up on DALLAS, what a contrast!!!!
tubedavemc 4 years ago
has this eva been sampled b4?
bolomiteplyr 4 years ago
The waltons was the best programme ever when i was growing up!
gladyscourt 4 years ago 11
i say bring back the waltons and little house on the prairie ~ outstanding
mario6990 4 years ago 4
from the waltons to the sopranos and south park. how the hell did it ever come to this?
neworldorder65 4 years ago 15
@neworldorder65 I agree!
jfranklins 1 year ago
@neworldorder65 People started lowering their standards, and we continue to go downhill!
prkendora 1 year ago 2
@prkendora Partially true. I blame a lack of control on the continued downward spiral of tasteful entertainment. It's all done in the name of marketing and mental health, but I think it's impact is highly negative, and such poor programming is bound to cause more tension than is meant to release for society.
Capt777harris 1 year ago
@neworldorder65 South park been on a LOT longer than Sopranos
trentcreek 8 months ago
good night, gym bag
junodat 4 years ago
lol
knickie07 4 years ago
he was in the closet.
junodat 4 years ago
I just got this show on DVD I got 1-5 seasons for my Mom, but I've grown fond of the show. Hell, I have the theme on my MP3 Player! Actually I'm watching the Waltons right now.
MetalshadowN64 4 years ago
Every sunday just before dinner, The smell of mums roast dinner and the waltons theme tune on in the back ground . . . . memories lol
M4TT6 4 years ago 3
For me was every thursday at 8:pm. Ahhhhhh! Those were the days.
missannekol 4 years ago
awh so true... was it on channel 4 or something?
knickie07 4 years ago
Yeah I think it was, Then I think they replaced it with that "little house on the prairie"
M4TT6 4 years ago
this was a classic just wish they would show it again.and the music just brings back good memories :)
cwp982000 4 years ago 4
Yes, a very good healthy loving family show.And it is no wonder kids are like they are and adults are so misserable now with all the violence and negitivity on tv and the world in general.
I am so tired of misserable people just getting about their bizness and not being able to look me in the eye
MrSteveUtah 4 years ago 5
hear you utah-steve--l0ve that!
missannekol 4 years ago
It is on hallmark channel 8-11 am every morn. mabe you can tape it.
missannekol 4 years ago
was the waltons a saop opera?
travis082185 4 years ago
no, a one hr show-family.
missannekol 4 years ago
I met Richard Thomas this weekend here in san antonio...he was in the play 12 angry men.....he was juror number 8...He was fab along with the rest of the cast...we met John Boy back stage...he still looked the same as ever...his skin is amazing for a 55 year old guy....
mrstexan 4 years ago
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Yes, and you know his secret, don'tcha? As I overheard my mother say once to a group of her shocked friends, "You know what's REALLY good for your skin? Drinking lots of sperm!"
tommytommy2020 4 years ago
Great Music
newenglandvideo 4 years ago
"The Waltons" was sooo boring! "Little House" rocked.
freesky24 4 years ago
The Hallmark Channel didn't "compress" the theme (and series), 'TServo'- blame Warner Bros. Domestic Television for allowing more local stations to sell commerical time by "re-editing" the series for syndication....and "compressing" it as well. By the way, the series was always on THURSDAY nights at 8pm(et) on CBS, 'jethropu'.
fromthesidelines 4 years ago
I love this show. it my favorite show ever. i remeber watching it while i was eating bacon. lol Good Times. :)
ChelcAnne02 4 years ago
I used to love this programme. Them's were the days.
livvybsmum 4 years ago
I remember watching this every Wed. night...CBS I think...
jethropu 4 years ago
ok i'm freaked out, now.
Saranoid888 4 years ago
Great theme music, but this clip is ruined by Hallmark Channel's time compression.
TServo2049 4 years ago
Seriously, listen to how *fast* the music is here...
TServo2049 4 years ago
Was never allowed to see a single episode when first aired. Whenever the show came on, someone jumped up and changed the channel. Watched it on re-runs years later. Liked it.
First night in Army Basic training ('86) someone said "goodnight, Johnboy" in the darkness. Whole barracks roared laughing.
MRCOOGANS 4 years ago
Why can't we go back to these times...its a sad world that we live in now...and it doesn't look like its going to get any better...
Magaly5 4 years ago
so true. life was so simple.
rdub252 4 years ago
your telling me!
sumner105 4 years ago
sure dont make shows like this great one anymore :(
slim710 4 years ago
Where's Daddy? He's in the John, Boy!
tracyterry 4 years ago
Oh,man. I'm 39 and remember this as one of the best shows ever. Great post.
goodoldbill 4 years ago
True story folks (walton speak). I know JOEL, who originally was going to be the character "john-boy", He's also one hell of a trumpet player. In the test pilot, they all said "goodnight Joel-boy"..it was funny to hear it. They decided to nix Joel from the Waltons because he wanted to record the theme song by playing the trumpet from his butt,ala american pie!
neomrdo 4 years ago
I remember fondly their nighttime chat before they go to sleep at the end of each episode. Feels like I'm just outside listening. It's that real.
xaraxen 4 years ago
all i got to say about this show is night mama night jon boy lol
caringeezer 5 years ago
g'night,geezer!
bigroy38 3 years ago
I can remember this being on sunday nights in new zealand
sistaofhapukalipz 5 years ago
Thanks for the posting. I have always loved this song and the show too. I find it unbelievable how some people have the ability to dislike shows and songs like that but have the ability to tune in very week to watch "the mean trio" from american idol put people down and think it's fun. It seems to me that something inside those people must be pretty sick.
tresbeaumac 5 years ago
Thursday nights!
Winston79 5 years ago
this a good song
greenday8821 5 years ago
aaawwww i remember this lolxxx
pinkpash 5 years ago
It sucks that Lorimar went out of business. They produced some of the greatest shows we've seen.
swishahouse2006 5 years ago
lorimar made some great shows in there day
phasicblu 5 years ago
I only got to view 4 seconds of this clip. It started out well though.
MsBerry2U 5 years ago
I'm glad someone has put up "The Waltons" theme vids. because "The Waltons" was the most realistic of it's time history TV shows (The depression era 1930's - to late 1940's).
Yesimustbestupid 5 years ago