Leon Russell lady blue

[jodybase]

Smooth as silk.....gets me in the heart....but that is Leon

[wpppete]

Danced to this with my high school sweetheart in late 1975. We later became engaged, but she was taken from me in an auto accident in March 1977. Always wondered what kind of life we would of had, and what are children would of been like. Listening to this song brought her back to life for me again. Thanks darkstar.

[Manuel11756]

I haven't heard this song since the seventies & it sad that the radio stations like classic rock or radio station that play seventies music has never played this song & it such a beautiful song & it would be nice if YouTube had their own radio station playing songs of our yesteryears

[PALancia1]

The Master!

Period!

Leon is the Master, has been and will always be!

[Delivered0ne]

5:45am on a rainy Northern California Winter morning, I crawl out from warm blankets & shivering my way across the floor I push the ON switch to my Marantz adding a soft blue glow to the 44° room. It's 1976 & I'm dreaming of today when I'll get to see my High School Sophomore Sweetheart Kim & get lost in her eyes & lip gloss smile. As I hug the old Thermidor heater, pulling it's gentle warmth to my chest, a chill caresses it purring harmony to Lady Blue as the sun begins to rise through the mist

[boogyfish]

in my youth i saw floyd 6 times, but never had the pleasure of seeing leon russell although i listened at the time......50 years later this song still grabs my heart.

[msraggedyaint]

isnt he gorgeous?  mmmmmmm................

[msjenjenp]

Leon can sing it all . . . sigh

[cardog57]

It doesn't get any better than this.

[shrtee3]

toooo many memories ,,just brings tears to my eyes..beautiful words..if you could only go back when LOVE was soooo true!!

[bigbird4041]

This song is amazing. Reminds me of my mother, living in Oregon in the 70s. So cool

[MrApplejacks2012]

this song reminds me of good times that I had with my ex that recently passed

[judecreek2]

@MrApplejacks2012 You have my sympathies for your loss.

[dew4j]

I love this song!!!!! Just slow & easy!!!! Good lovin music!

[racefish]

This song reminds me of a wonderful lady who was a part of my wife at one time. It didn't work out though. Some things just aren't meant to be. Remember Atlanta '76.

[MajorFanHere]

Love Leon 

[vh93jones]

is that Brenda on backing vocals?

[jambabyify]

I used to play this song with someone named darkstar.....have a great recording of it live

[wildwoodyful]

merry christmas!! ALL you Leon Russell FANS!!

[TL250Rider]

This man should have a Star on Hollywood's Walk Of Fame If he does not have one.

He Hal Blaine The Wrecking Crew

Thank you

[Jazzelegance]

You must be able to love a woman beyond her pain. Thats a true man......

[judecreek2]

@Jazzelegance what a beautiful thing to say!

[PoliteTia]

Absolutely wonderful Dark Star 153! :-) Excellent find!!!

[dillonzo88]

Can a man love a woman any more than the sentiment expressed in this song?

[mimmimooter]

god, I haven't heard this for so long. Love it. Always dug Leon. Always will. Thanks for this. Awesome.

[LadySwag502]

If you want it to be real good to you;

While I'm laying here making love to you.

Damn, that's so sensual. I loved this song even before I really knew what it's about. And now that I do know, it's become the backdrop to quite a few "sessions" with my man.

[TheUnbiasedGamer]

I wanna have sex... Again. Not because of the song i'm just a horny bastard. Great song btw! =)

[kataya61]

I am a 36 year old woman who has loved Leon since she was 16...seen him many times...to me, there is no better songwriter or musician....he's amazing live! :)

[zzyyxxo]

oh hecko. He can come to my balcony whenever he wants to

[TheColron]

Thinking of all the women I made love too while listening to Leon's music,

[connie1355]

If this doesnt put you in the mood, I dont know what will.... so many memories!!!

[TheUnbiasedGamer]

@connie1355 I'm trying to find the thing that doesn't put me in the mood! I would get a boner from huffing sulphur! Lol.

[LadySwag502]

@TheUnbiasedGamer LMAO. After reading your posts, I recommend you get yourself a woman! Ain't nothing like the real thing.

Take care, dude;

~~LS~~

[TheUnbiasedGamer]

@LadySwag502 I'm married that's the problem!

[LadySwag502]

@TheUnbiasedGamer Dude, you are hilarious!! LOL.

[TheUnbiasedGamer]

@LadySwag502 =)

[mpenni18]

TAlk about bringing back those oh so good memories....wow!! What...30-35 years ago,and it's all still right where is always was!!!

[NoShyGirlHere]

இڿڰۣ-ڰۣ—❤

[SuperRidge39]

reminds me of my first love ,... i can't believe its been 35 plus years, oooh if i could do it all over again...

[leosagcap5910]

Love songs do not get any better than this......

[eslampl]

have loved leon and his amazing talent since the early 70's.......there is no one like him, and there will never be.....

[judecreek2]

@getula4003 No, Leon did not write this for Blue. He wrote it for his first wife, Mary.

[keith4709]

Wow, great song...takes me back to high school...

[Telecomguy1]

Kink fm 102 Portland; Thanks for this song. OCT 1975. I was Hyp-no-tized!

[mdhokie2007]

Hard to believe this song came out 36 years ago.

[MrSimonkitty]

I love you Leon.......:-)

[blues917]

That's "Dylan"; not Dyland, of course.

[blues917]

Saw Leon open for Dyland this summer, but was very disappointed he didn't play this one. Didn't play "This Masquerade" or "A Song For You", either.

He did cover the Stones "Jumping Jack Flash" & "Wild Horses", but I can't fathom any good reasons why. For crying out loud, is it time to get those meds changed, Leon?

[10donjack]

What a voice! Wonderful song! Thanks so much for posting it.

[ladydi159]

What a a wonderful ,,,way to start a weekend...

[10donjack]

What a voice! Great song!

[lobstahgirl]

Shhhhh! Genius at work! :)

[decembersnowfall]

He reminds me of one of the ZZ Top members

[u000drl]

saw him the other week at the Mann, Phila. Sounded good, good band-but never sang this Lady Blue??? His greates pop hit??? go figure

[jerrypoluka]

Saw him 2 weks agoi with Bob Dylan at Montage in PA, was fabulous. We hope he passes through this area again, and soon!

[Shongoni]

Sorry :( But the old ones are somewhat "better" ?..

[u000drl]

seeing him tomorrow night at the Mann in Phila. he's opening for Dylan! ....sing me a sweet love song, Lady Blue....

[ahblisschris]

great love song

[TheOlderangel]

9 who never loved

[kim51962]

Lovely...

[judecreek2]

Every time I hear this I'm lovin' it more and more and more.......

[veeseee128]

old boy needs a barber dont he?

[TBWAY999]

@veeseee128 WHY IS THAT???

[trtomthedrummer2]

@veeseee128 His looks are as unique as his voice!

[10donjack]

@veeseee128 Snot!

[10donjack]

Snot! Can't you say something nice?

[10donjack]

@veeseee128 GEE! Does it really matter what he looks like? The song is incredible.

[PASSROS]

Why should I understand what doest it he sing?

Is it enough to listen this melody, step, echo, blues ...

it is just perfect. Just it.

[kellyanne61]

This use to be Beatrice Arthur's favorite song before she died. She played Maude and Dorothy of the Golden Girls.

[takemeback70s]

There needs to be a "Continuous Play " on here. I just keep clicking replay.

[10donjack]

So do I.

[MsChica64]

@takemeback70s you said it baby

[PoliteTia]

@takemeback70s I totally agree.

[tommieparch]

the opening sounds like u mite be gettin a xmass song. but then comes in the slow disco track, then the slow dance love words, the delta white equal to barry white. a great song this is, but did they need the disco instrumentation to hit it big?

[annwilkins]

perfect song...



[r1bikecam]

I photographed Leon 41 years ago in 1970 in San Diego. He was the headliner of the concert. Pink Floyd OPENED for him! Have a look by Googling "cacheagency" Once you link to the site, click on Photographers and Collections. Then click on Jeff Allen. Hope you enjoy exploring the over 350 rock photographs from 1968-72 I shot , I'd love your feedback! If you're in the L.A. area, stop by the Steinway Piano Gallery in W. Hollywood and see one of my prints from that concert inside the entrance.

[MrBadgerland]

@r1bikecam very cool. so many great artists in there prime, really enjoyed the sets of van morrison and david crosby, I guess you were in the right place at the right time... thanks for sharing

[r1bikecam]

@MrBadgerland Thanks for your input MB. Just found out that one of my shots of Neil Young will be the cover photo of a book about him coming out sometime this coming March or April.

[judecreek2]

@r1bikecam Congratulations!

[GGS06SM]

This is real music

[hardlines4]

A time when we had REAL music!!!

[emma136ify]

this is the most greatest Leon Russel song ever...just wants to grab your lover and slow dance.....

[zzzippo55]

where ever you are i don't know you but i am still waiting ... me ( zippo ) not so zippie

[tricialu60]

I don't know how anyone could "dislike" this song or Leon Russell! Great voice, great song!

[calgal2hulagal1]

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh wherever you are...and you know who you are...I love you,,,still. ♫

[jucckaful]

thx!



[PaTudie]

1976 1977....man oh man.....what memories.... I also loved eating salty candy...but can't find it on YouTube

[DaveWollenberg]

Claude Bridges hit #14 in Billboard, 11-8-75. God bless ya, for postin' it . Thanx!

[changinmyway]

deffinity one of my all timne favs.!! Oh teenage love struck!!!!

[CCwithBigJim]

One of Leon's best. If this song did not get you in the mood, your heart is stone cold !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A Love song to build your passion & explode with a hot sweat. Oh, that's right, children may read this. It's a fantastic Love song kids !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[arapadancer]

This song reminds me of how much I love my wife.

[judecreek2]

@arapadancer How romantic! Much luck to both of you.

[n8ivemafia1]

@arapadancer how sweet dad

[246810282]

I just love this songs many memories, and I am still here , God was truly working in his own way,he wants me to tell my story and I will it was a crazy time and guess what to those young kids at scc I still see and hear about you getting physically abused and mentally ,emotionally,phy,I have been through all of it! I have aVOICE NO MORE!!!!!!!!

[246810282]

I just love this song brings old and new memories, ladies watch out for those smooth operaters that sweep you off your feet there good alright! been there too! Thank God that all of us do not have tostay we can go out Shopping just like they do!

[PathfinderMac]

I remember when this song first came out.Me and my Girl started slowdancing in her livingroom.a blue light was on,and the light from the stereo,her head was nuzzled on my shoulder her arms around me.I had my hands on her hips,our bodies moved like we were sync'd to the music,got laid real good that nite

[papajohn315]

ONE THE BEST LEON SONG EVER .

[barnabas50]

I remember this song on FM radio in the summer of 1975.

[dbcoll1957]

Brings back memories of a wonderful lady from what seems like a different lifetime... but I still think of her, some 35 years later. I hope you are happier than anyone can imagine Lady Blue.

[judecreek2]

@dbcoll1957 What a wonderful thing to say! It gives me hope to see that there are still romantic men left.

[dbcoll1957]

@judecreek2 Thanks Jude... even love that is lost never dies.

[246810282]

TO ANDY FROM YOUR YELLOW ROSE OF TEXAS ENJOYED THE TIMES ITS FUN LADIES U CAN ALWAYS CAN COUNT ON THE U.P.S AT LEAST FOR 2 ROUNDS GOD BLESS HAD FUN!!!!!!!!!

[qtbrniis]

Have always loved Leon Russell, thanks for uploading.

This brings back memories of cruising the Strip in Ft. Lauderdale

in the mid 70's listening to Leon in my blue car, that I called Lady Blue

after this song.

[annagrow1]

Smoother then glass

[judecreek2]

why oh why isn't there a "love" button for this wonderful song?

[MultiRosemarie1]

@judecreek2 SOLID! I'm not a young girl anymore but this has ALWAYS moved me....I love it too.

[MsMusic4Always]

Sure feels good to see all positve comments on this one disregarding the 8.

[Truckerfun01]

boy this takes me back to the college days!! Best times ever.......why were we in such a hurry to "grow up"!!

[ladylizzie21]

I remember the first time I ever heard this, every detail of that night just because of the magic of this song. I love Leon Russell, his lyrics, his voice, he is just the person on earth I've admired more than anybody. Unfortunately, my lifelong crush never got me anywhere with him, but we did spend an hour or so talking after a concert in Charlotte NC once. I would have run away with him but he didn't ask. He gave me a Budweiser and I should have saved the can.

[unabashed00]

boy that can take you right back in just 5 notes..

[DustyRose729]

This song is very special to me & I loved it as soon as I listened to it, ahhhh the memories..TY 4 The Post!

[mariadpinto]

I loved it the moment I heard it way back in the 70's his voice, his voice... moves me! Always will still love it...

[KumarsDad]

Leon Russell,one of the best ever.He reaches down into your soul with his sound.

[KumarsDad]

one of the best ever,reaches down onto your soul.

[TheLarryglenn]

gives you the chills just listening to leon. great music and thanks.

[ruthy102]

Wonderful reminds me of my teen years growing up with leon Russell music.Glad you are back.

[purpleprinces37]

One of the finest blues singer and musicians! Glad to see he is finally in the Hall of Fame!

[michaellovesthecat]

wow Leon and Barry had It rapped up

[79clancy]

he just sings to my soul......

[7704041]

This is a awesome song , brings back so many memories!!! This song makes me think how thankful i am to be in love with my wife!!!

[7704041]

This is a awesome song , brings back so many memories!!!

[OnlyPookieBear]

Just have to express how much I like this song it's one Bad Jam, and the words mean so much to me. Wow Love this Song!!!

[memoon217]

The first time I heard this song I luved it u know what love is if u understand these words

[MultiChunx]

well thank god,he got inducted into the rock and roll tonite.after all these years and all those miles and all those people you've made happy with your beutiful talented fingers and voice,GOD BLESS YOU MR. LEON RUSSELL,.,.

[MrLoveHerAss]

Lovely song , always been a favorite. thanks for posting!

[sampsoncash]

Always thought it would be kind of cool to cross paths with a total stranger within a short period of time commenting on a video

I hope your life is an amazing experience

I bet the concert was fantastic

May the force be with you and ours

Namaste

[shrinkinggrl]

JUst saw Leon with Elton John tonight....so awesome!

[countryhoney28]

Great song! I will never tire from hearing it- thanks for posting!

[ciera57yr]

Congrats Mr. Russel. Rock and roll hall of fame. Finally!

[MrBluesrules]

Is this a beautiful love song or what? I think I'll call home and tell my girl "I love you babe".

[turnoutjim]

is he still with us?

[judecreek2]

@turnoutjim Not only is Leon still here, he's BACK in a BIG way! He released a Grammy nominated album with Elton John, and Leon is being inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 14. The Master of Space and Time has returned to re-take his rightful place at the top!

[PamelaKW]

I have always Loved this song! Thank You!

[skipper8257]

One of the greatest unique voices ever. What a song writer this man is. Thanks for posting.

[darkstar153]

@skipper8257 You're very much welcome!

[elilafata1]

@darkstar153 Thank you so much for having the info about Leon's Tucson concert. I wouldn't have known

about it otherwise. We had a blast!

[64crc]

Love this!! Leon rocks!! Beautiful!! 

[ivorystroker]

Camping out as a young guy with my buddies out in the dunes of NW fla , listening to our battery operated radio , smoking swisher sweets, and not aware we were listening to what would become a beautiful memory...

[celloprofundo]

@ivorystroker .."It seems to me a crime that we should age.."..elton john, summer of 42 soundtrack..good stuff....panama city beach is the snizzle ; )

[misanthrope8]

I like white beards and moustaches

[muskokan59]

Why do I keep playing this over and over and over and over and.......

[calalilygirl]

1975.....God the music all around us was unbelievable. No antidepressants needed back then.

[alexisnj1127]

I absolutely love this song I remember the first time I heard this ......

I was blown away and to this day this song still gives me that feeling......

[777butch777]

This is so beautiful ... his best of many excellent songs ... :)

[onthetubebaby]

Back in 1981 i think it was, Leon had a little house fire. I was fortunate to be able to work on the crew that rebuilt his home. We promised to get him back in before Christmas, which we did. Afterwards, I guess as an act of thanks, he held a small party at his home for all of us and our families. I asked if he would play this for me and my then fiance. He accommodated my request and I can tell you, there is nothing like sitting in Leons home, sharing his talents in an intimate setting.

[judecreek2]

@onthetubebaby What a great story! There are so many people, including me that envy your experience!

[bozeboo]

@onthetubebaby Are you for real. If you are you were one lucky couple..

[Eisenburg46]

@onthetubebaby

What a cool story to share with the rest of us Leon Fans! He continues to be a voice for our generation and I do love this song. I hadn't heard it for years and then one day I was surfing YouTube and there it was and it brought back some great memories from the past and the lady that I shared this song with. I hope she is doing well wherever she may be.

[McMusicGirl]

I have always loved the quality of this song .. it's so emotional !

[indiana1fats]

Played this earlier today and I've gotta hear it one more time before I sleep. Saw Leon live in '07 and I'm so glad I did while we're both walking this planet. Leon's one of our national treasures.

[TheApplegirl59]

How I wish I was "lady blue", or that he was singing it to me...what a beautiful song; maybe my faovrite of Leon's songs.

[apapke1]

I'll get those speakers back, to enjoy this song by.

[chris23316]

Thank you for posting. I'm a Watts ghetto child, mostly into R & B but this song stole my heart from the moment I first heard it....

[SandyMJ1963]

One of the sexiest songs I have ever heard!

[Jebbi1956]

sigh...........it just doesn't get any better.

[MrBluesrules]

I'm at work, and hearing this song makes me want to run home and hug and kiss my wife, and tell her I love her.

[judecreek2]

@MrBluesrules You are both very lucky people! Happy New Year to you both.

[MrBluesrules]

@judecreek2

Thank you, my wife thanks you, Thank you very much! Happy new year to you as well. I hope you have someone to smooch with. Yes, I'm a lucky guy. My babe STILL loves me. I don't know why. I can't get over it. It's like we're still kids.

[lobstahgirl]

I want to climb into this song and disappear for a while.

[2toneb4me08]

I love this song. But at times you wondering where the man are like in this song with so much romance and tenderness. it would be amazing if one man could love so much more and more like in this song. man the deep inside and wondering if making love can be so intense and you could spend the rest of your life making love. merry christmas. gosh love making just this my song. it make you wonder.

[judecreek2]

@2toneb4me08 I know what you mean. I've wondered myself if there are any "regular" men who can love a woman like a love song. I've been looking for a man like that seems like forever.

[syndicate1]

SHELTER RECORDS: NEVER FORGET THE NAME....

[bluesuedeshuze7603]

Santa Claus in the off-season.

[judecreek2]

@bluesuedeshuze7603 Leon can stuff my stocking any time!

[judecreek2]

Finally! Leon's getting inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

[zx12r2003]

Jennifer I Love You And Miss The Love We once Knew I Dream Every Night Of Holding You In My Arms And Dancing In The Blue Room Just One More Time!!!!

[lconeill1949]

This is one of his greatest songs. Boy, what memories I have of this time & Leons music. Take me back memories!!!!

[dburr13]

This is timeless...A great song that still sounds as good now as it did when it first came out...

[comanchegirl1]

Seen Leon Russell a few times here in Tulsa for his Birthday bash concerts.... Great performer!

[lconeill1949]

I'm so tired,,been making my Christmas fuge,cuttin & boxing..wore out,set down @ the computor w. my earphones....Im not even in this world. I'll love you always Leon..thanks for these great songs!!!

[blackholeconcepts]

One of sweetest sons ever

[shelley0821]

this makes me cry...so sensual, so loving, so take my clothes off & come to me now song.....hits me right in my heart....LOVE IT!!!

[ph3549]

@shelley0821  YOU HAVE THAT RIGHT.....LOL

[jakelvis100]

very unique

[sandy91335]

What a voice! Love his music and his days with Mary. Brings back a ton of memories and good feelings. Voice and lyrics... what a talent.