Sitting in Limbo

[thetermanator456]

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[Phikay1]

Limbo can be a great place, as long as we don't keep our focus only on the material level. It is a great place of REBIRTHS to those who are able to see beyond the visible. Yes; it can be very painful and trying at times but for one living with a purpose, Limbo is a great place for great expectations!!

"Trouble never comes to a man/woman unless she brings a nugget of gold in her hand"!! May you be encouraged in your limbo.

[1950gnarlymike]

Heard this song while sitting in a Spanish prison awaiting sentencing on a hashish smuggling charge. It was back in 1973/74 . They were asking "life" and it was later reduced to 10 years. This song was played over the P.A in the yard at the request of an Englishman that was there for the same reason as me. It inspired me and helped me to get through my time. It gave me hope and faith and I love this song to this day.

[Madisonianne]

@1950gnarlymike Amazing story! Thank you for sharing!

[dbgelman]

@1950gnarlymike they take reggae requests in spanish prison?

[TheyKnowNoShame]

@1950gnarlymike Thanks for Sharing. Too many of us hide within us tales like this. This song also saw me through desperate and dangerous times, and now at 70 years old--i still get strength from it.--as we fight our way through that for those with their sights set for something so high this resistance always seems to be there wanting to break one, as we are in flesh, that is---for me, fight your fight to the end and death will shatter this limbo and we are free-at 70 i am getting there.Max:)

[MrPost1987]

@1950gnarlymike That's so intense. I was just sitting in my room dicking around on the internet the first time I heard this song, but hell, it still stirs something in people no matter where you are.

[SELECTORJURYCLMT]

@1950gnarlymike 1950 granly mike your the tuffest on you tube ... sitting in limbo  w all the murderers ! nuff respect to all locked behind babylonian dungeonz

[mingacorre]

my father sat in limbo as me and my dog came to fight off the armies off darkness to make sure my pop would be ok. when the light came he was ok when darkness came he was ok i made sure my pop would be ok Warrior, roblow stand up you died in the little park the holy spirit

[19yassir]

Thank you!

[relisheverymoment]

good song

[WhatWouldZappaSay]

I'm so sorry about your sister. I've lost my Mom, Dad and my only sibling. Everyone gone but me.

Right now for me and Mr. Wonderful, this song is about waiting to close on a house we're buyiing. The poor thing has been empty for a year, and we've been under contract since Oct 2010 - foreclosure issues from prior owner. I drive past it every day on my regular route to and from work....we've been packed since Nov. And we're sitting here in limbo....waiting for the tide to turn...

[Madisonianne]

@WhatWouldZappaSay I hope your tide has turned...I hope you're in your new home!!!

[charfman84]

Jerry Garcia does a cool cover of this.

[raybradhausen]

This song is a blanket that warms my soul. Thanks for the video and uploading this song. Take it easy.

[sandygrant1]

thats what im doing rite nw siting here in limbo.......... like a brid without a song.... but i know my faith will lead me home peace jimmy.......

[skariachies]

I have this on vinyl record. This sound track The Harder They Come is my favorite reggae record of all time. My girl friend got this from her aunt who unfortunately passed a couple of years ago. She used to listen to this record with her aunt years ago it's an amazing record. The video is great all the pictures of sunsets are beautiful and perfect for the song.

[eikspaj]

awesome!!!!!

[Suggzzz]

feelin' it



[mikebiken]

thanks for putting this song on the tube. i love it.

[kris1too]

lovely pix really take the music :) kris

[motherteresa1234]

cool tune

[dosmilfuegos]

absolutely beautiful....a gem ....

[medicvet]

If I could have my choice of what fantastic singer to have the privilege of watching that I haven't been able to do yet, it would be Jimmy Cliff, head and shoulder above the rest. And I am very gratified that the copyright owners okayed this tribute to a loved ones. You stay classy, as always, Jamaica.

[juslookin3]

Whose version is this?  Who's singing?

[stOOpid68]

@juslookin3

It's JIMMY CLIFF, it's also in the film "The Harder They Come", the soundtrack is quite easy to find if you wanna get yaself a copy.

[juslookin3]

@stOOpid68 Thanks. I wasn't sure if he was actually singing since I'm unfamiliar with his voice.

[AndrewKFletcher]

Wonderful People Wonderful Artist, Wonderful Photographs and an incredible tune

[edwarddecosta]

Jimmy Cliff's music was introduced to me by High School soccer teammates. I remain grateful.

[hotgal12378]

samantha hendy

[hotgal12378]

samantha hendy

[oneloveT2]

Brings tears and chicken skin cuz its right where Im at. Shared burden.

[xrsallday]

the john cruz version is best. 808 all day

[mainforce88]

THE EVER TALENTED MR JIMMY CLIFF.

[nconr2]

i heard him once singing this song only on the keyboards in a studio it was magic!

[heatherrlovesyouuu]

pickle SURPRISE!

[ekie20022002]

here one the jamaica voice!!!and one of the greateaaaaaaaaaaaaast jamaica voice thank you mister cliff

[RTL777]

Does anyone know where to find the Three Dog Night version of this song? I saw them do it once on TV as a kid and haven't seen it since! It was GREAT!

[scrapsnbubba]

@RTL777 You can find it on their Hard Labor cd.

[kingstonzincfence]

Oh god! This music gives me goose pimples. I remember as a child we would play this song under a blanket in the back of a Datsun pick-up while heading from Kingston to St Ann in the early morn.

I respect Bob, but Jimmy is the best!

[dPaperny]

great song. sitting here in limbo like a bird without a song.

[bellathuggg]

AWESOME SONG!!!!!!!!!

[ribstikr]

jimmy sings this way to fst,jerry has always done this song better than anybody....sorry jimmy

[dinofor3]

With all due respect ribstikr, Jimmy's version (the original, real-deal version) is the best.

The song portrays hope for a brighter future during troubled times. So it should be somewhat up-tempo.

Much love to Mr.Cliff and Mr.Garcia!

[fykeme]

this is my best song by jimmy and is only my choice i am sure others have choices too

[Hopakinzarno]

good song to reflect on you ills & you positives

[RareSnare]

man this song reminds me how oldddd i am....but this song makes me feel like a little boy again none the less

[Mrnorthcharleston]

Good music. Listen People!!!!!!!!!

[psyne000]

...Like a bird without a song....lord have his Mercy...an a likkle floute a play sweet.

[rootzie007]

Timeless...Jimmy 4ever!!!!

[austininc457]

This is the MUSIC!!!!!!

[RTL777]

The Three Dog Night version of this song is Awesome as well! You can hear it on the Hard Labor album! Great Song

[dimesy94]

Yeah i thought that too it goes great with the song

[dimesy94]

The chorus is amazing but saying that so is the entire song. Reminds me of lots good, not so good but still it's a song i want played at my funeral baby

[mrniggerbaiter]

STAYS WITH YOU FOR DECADES

[blogward]

Love that Fender Rhodes groove in the background...

[CANYONMOON]

Love this song. His music is inspiring on many levels. Peace.

[sbruku2000]

I like the horns. they are so horny Sam

[nofukenway]

Jerry did a version of this thank God for JIMMY....and Jerry

[cfecpaharry]

Simply beautiful. JC you are one of the greatest.

[pthompsona]

well done well said. beatiful song as always with JC. creative lyrics

[Lerosca01]

Wow! Unreal, no words, thank you so much for posting, this song made my day.

[Darkyyyy84]

yeah its very special and its very good music. i love this music chill out ;)

[Oz4theWorld]

Grew up listening to him with my parents. A song that means so much to my mother especially, and Its awesome too. So deep so wonderful LOVE THIS SONG!!!

[sj42026]

Incredible.

[kempton232003]

guys i kno what you mean, one of his best songs my eyes are filled

[captownstateofmind]

by far the best song i've ever heard in my life (well a 2 way tie with another joint)

im not saying that lightly in any way what so ever.

[brittonvillage]

this song is wicked. it brought back so many memories. before i knew it my eyes were filled with tears. blessed Mr. Jimmy Cliff

[jukebox618]

beutiful

[arlen250]

One of the evergreen songs of Jimmy!

[bxshawty09]

A BEAUTIFUL SONG!! THANKS JIMMY!

[KosovoConection]

Jimmy Cliff one of da Best!!!

[macdaddye2k]

Probably on of the most beautiful songs i have heard, jimmy cliff is really an incredible person and a great musician.

[bo12au]

rasta...

[medicvet]

fi real

[tashteddy]

i feel this song, love it, thanks Jimmy

[dioncamp]

how much longer Lord

[karykares]

I feel you dion how much longer will we be in limbo but faith is powerful.

[manobeats]

Thank You Jimmy! for all the joy you bring to us all.

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[loveyoutodeathbut]

Really makes you think about what you're doing with your life.

[4319mar]

eu quero um video de uma musica do jimme clifer que foi tema de uma novela da globo.

[scotracey]

classic!

[Bonnenuitgoodday]

This is soo deep

[kimmarie801]

he is quite good and I don't think I will forget him

[flybossni66a6]

madiosanaine cover this song which is an original remember written by jimmy cliff big up all jamaicans one of our legendary artist.

[Madisonianne]

I'm very proud to say that the copyright owners of this song gave me the thumbs up on this! *I* am truly honored...I made this in memory of my sister...

Thanks everyone for all the wonderful comments!!!

[Girlwiththehair77]

@Madisonianne

Thats...... really depressing... wow. o_o

congradualations on the thumbs up.. :[

[pauldebonis]

love this song...loved the movie

[aaqilian]

Yo flaint! he says "cant say where life will lead mi but i know where ive been"

[flaunt2]

i can't say what life will show me but i know what i've seen, i can't say where life will lead me but i know where i'll be. love that (if those lyrics are right)

[mizjk]

Simply...BEAUTIFUL ! Madisonianne.Does the song justice....one love~

[BzY1]

only tears when i hear this wish i could go back to this time

[shelljoline]

I love this song*could cry just because it`s so great!

Love and Peace for all "Jah" Believers

[asszzes]

is jah universal? I never quite understood, religion is too structural. This song is beautiful LOVE AND PEACE FOR ALL!

[Tangolatino]

Beautiful song....lyrics so true...

Thank you, Madisonianne!

[willowrunponies]

they're putting up resistence but I know my faith will lead me on. . .

[bornndraised]

dis is one beautiful song by jimmy cliff he should come to hawaii where i live

[jamjam003]

Bouy Jimmy, me just love this one soo much. Has such an emotional efect on me each time don't know how to explain but I know one day it wil come through clearly. Love this song since the first time ab out age 11 in JA.

[RedKruzer]

Beutiful song.

very nice photos

[pexlomeli]

Hi, on last march 4th 2008 my mother died; in the nigth of march 8th I was downloading music adn other stuff in the internet; I like very much Fionna Apple song's so I just put her name and star donload some of her songs, when I was listenig this song at 3:40 am when I sudenly feel that this song start like to my mother; she was 73 years old and she was Mexican, she never sepeak english; I understeand..I only can say:thank you Jimmy,thank you Fionna, THANK YOU GOD;THANK YOU MAMA

[NolenMN]

I'm sorry for your loss. Music heals the soul,and brings joy to the heart. I too have had losses and music takes me from such sad times to thinking happier times with the son I've lost. I wish you peace, and you will find it.

[Madisonianne]

This song was playing when my sister was in the hospital in the final hour of her life...it was so appropriate. I put this together for my sister, Laura Jean, 11/05/1962 - 09-06-98

[swennsyever9]

there's no grief like that of losing your mom -- the one person we always knew would be there for us.

every time i get the chance now, i try to be kind, and afterwards to myself i dedicate that kindness on behalf of my mother's memory.

i've helped someone else, in so doing i've helped myself, and in my mind, my mother's goodness lives on.

it helps, and i wish peace for you.

[westcoastwat]

wat a goood song .... loved it .. always

[wingedheels]

I sang this song to my daughter as she verged between life and death in NICU. She made it through, she is turning 10 in April and it one of her favorite songs. Much love, and thanks.

[montero11550]

@wingedheels god bless my brother....; )

[celestethespazz]

Great tune. Cliff's vocals are excellent!

[kimibling]

Beautiful Song, Jimmy Cliff is a great artist this video clip is awesome very well done. Fav songs of Jimmy's are Love Heights, Journey,Sitting in Limbo,Special.

[jools92126]

This is my favorite Jimmy Cliff song. I enjoyed your video. The last time I was in Hawaii, there was a guy singing in a restaurant & he did this song. It was cool hearing it all Hawaiian'd out. Definately a different variation but it was great.

[bloodnokian]

Beautiful song and your photos compliment it very well, nice upload. :)

[jstolecki]

Prime ditto to that. Thanks!  Just heard the tune on the radio, after about 20 yrs, and wanted to hear it again. (thank gawd for youtube} Photos are great; nice touch as they're up north but carry the true spirit of the of the Caribbean.

[ourbella]

I love Jimmy Cliff, and you just made this whole experience even more special with such beautiful photography to go along with a great song! Thank you for such a nice post!