Lead guitarist Steve Gaines (who joined the group in 75 or 76 I believe), & his sis, back up vocalist Cassie Gaines were born in Seneca, Missouri. They died in the plane crash with Ronnie and are also buried in Florida. As a native Missourian, I take pride in our state's only connection & contribution to this great band!
It´d be interesting to make a parody song called " Complex woman" i guess it could be funny. Lynyrd Skynyrd it's the greatest rock band in history !! Only true music lovers know the quality of "this group of friends who get together to play the music they all love" said by Ronnie Van Zant. RIP Cassie, Steve and Ronnie. You'll always be in our cars and ours iPods.
@skater81192; Yeah, isnt it crazy that he is all that is left. I was really bummed when Mr Powell died. He was an exact replica of my Uncle Donald, coincidentally who played piano also and passed away over 30 years ago.
@MetalandHotRods Oh come on why is it that you had to bring them into this... REALLY!? Quit trying to be a dick and just enjoy the music. You like Skynrd and yes they made the Original EVERYONE ON EARTH KNOWS THAT OK! AND NOTHING WILL EVER COMPARE TO THE ORIGINAL ALSO SOMETHING EVERYONE KNOWS!
You sir, are a tonedeaf douchebag who couldnt tell good music if youre life depended on it. To say Shinedown is even comparable, or even worth mentioning in the same sentance as lynyrd Skynyrd is Absurd.
Here, I have provided a link to Wikipedia, to read about the meaning of the word absurd. I doubt anyone of your obvious intelligence would know otherwise.
Lastly,
Ronnie Van Zant has more talant in his hat than "Brent Smith" all together.
GREATEST FUCKING SONG EVER!!!! ENOUGH FUCKING SAID!!! SOUTHERN ROCK LADIES AND GENTS IT DONT GET NO FUCKIN BETTER THAN THIS RIGHT HERE NO MANY HOW MANY FUCKIN MACHINES YOU TRY TO USE. THE ORIGINAL LYNYRD SKYNYRD.
To me, this is one of the best rock songs ever made & performed. Really no need to re-invent the wheel after this one. Thanks Ronnie & Lynyrd Skynyrd.
@rowdyjoe1000 Shinedown? Their version of this song SUX compared to the LIVE VERSION with Ronnie singing. You must've been smokin some GOOD SHIT to think It was good. I have seen both versions LIVE and Skynyrd ROCKS!!!
Thirty-three years ago tonight - I can't believe it's been that long. I can remember exactly where I was when I heard the news of the plane crash. I still get a sick feeling in my stomach when I think about it.
Congratulations to my youngest Nephew Brian and his new Bride Loretta! God's Blessing and my best wishes for a happy life together for all eternity! Dancing with his mother to this, my song, my hallelujah to Lynyrd Skynrd, who I had the privilege of seeing live in Rotterdam, The Netherlands in Oct 1975! Been walking to this tune ever since! I am drunk with admiration and loving life to the fullest and this song has meaning beyond description! Love me, hate me, I'm just a Simple Man! HooAhh!
not exactly live as the quotta said
MrFragreaper 3 days ago
Lead guitarist Steve Gaines (who joined the group in 75 or 76 I believe), & his sis, back up vocalist Cassie Gaines were born in Seneca, Missouri. They died in the plane crash with Ronnie and are also buried in Florida. As a native Missourian, I take pride in our state's only connection & contribution to this great band!
mizzoutiger81 6 days ago
yes they r from jacksonville watch behind the music and u will find out
420chriscarter 1 week ago
Ronnie has such a great voice. When the new Skynyrd plays this song it is just a dam joke. Thats my opnion anyway
MrPorsche91730 1 month ago in playlist music 3
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AWESOME! I MISS YOU RONNIE! :'(
johnnyrockittunes 2 months ago
It´d be interesting to make a parody song called " Complex woman" i guess it could be funny. Lynyrd Skynyrd it's the greatest rock band in history !! Only true music lovers know the quality of "this group of friends who get together to play the music they all love" said by Ronnie Van Zant. RIP Cassie, Steve and Ronnie. You'll always be in our cars and ours iPods.
yop2009 2 months ago
DAMN THIS BRINGS BACK OLE MEMORIES , I LOST MY BEST FRIEND 2 YEARS AGO ,, GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND
mrdixonful 3 months ago
rip ronnie
rock on johnny.
MrDaisydooker 3 months ago 2
haha o dislikes
personinator 3 months ago
favorite song<3
hungergamesfreakkxo 3 months ago
Leslie Hawkins is also still alive as is original drummer bob burns and original 3rd guitarist ed king
wozjj 4 months ago
Leslie Hawkins is also still alive
wozjj 4 months ago
@wozjj IF PEOPLE CAN'T DIG THIS real BAND, well ,... I CAN'T DIG THEM ...
paulyzaza -Seminole HS -- 1978 -- Where Skynrd ALWAYS Played ...
paulyzaza 2 months ago 2
@paulyzaza Are they not from Jacksonville??...I am from the everglades..Peaceout
mdelair420 1 month ago in playlist Favorite videos
This is my favorite version of "Simple Man" love lov love it!! Been searching for this! thank you.
purdypinky 4 months ago
@skater81192; Yeah, isnt it crazy that he is all that is left. I was really bummed when Mr Powell died. He was an exact replica of my Uncle Donald, coincidentally who played piano also and passed away over 30 years ago.
gertj124 5 months ago
gary is the only one left
skater81192 5 months ago
@skater81192 dont say that yet.
rolesvill 5 months ago
Wise word's traveling through our short day's. Absorb the message, and hold it close. Truth mixed in complex simplicity.
wearywallow 5 months ago 3
I have that album! but simple man is not on it :< too bad! great song!
championofhardrock 5 months ago
Van zant singing the one and only original version, nobody can copy this song he did it right, you cant compare it
11cwest 5 months ago
@11cwest but it the guitars are different also.
ThePrincessDavina 5 months ago
@11cwest look I understand that but the fact that others are playing it helps to keep the music alive. dont you think?
ThePrincessDavina 5 months ago
♫❤♫❤♫❤♫ Ronnie Van Zant ♫❤♫❤♫❤♫
GeorgeStrait1986 5 months ago
Shine Down SUCKS THIS is the real deal
MetalandHotRods 5 months ago in playlist MetalandHotRods's Favorited Videos
@MetalandHotRods Oh come on why is it that you had to bring them into this... REALLY!? Quit trying to be a dick and just enjoy the music. You like Skynrd and yes they made the Original EVERYONE ON EARTH KNOWS THAT OK! AND NOTHING WILL EVER COMPARE TO THE ORIGINAL ALSO SOMETHING EVERYONE KNOWS!
malodorous1994 5 months ago
@malodorous1994 whats the matter dude, i dont get it. why so angry?
ThePrincessDavina 5 months ago
One word..lyrics
chris59newyork 6 months ago
shinedown had no right to ruin this song.. you cant perfect, perfect..
russell1704 6 months ago 6
@russell1704 Deftones did it too.
skyneta1a 5 months ago
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NOPE !!!!!!!!! BRET FROM SHINEDOWN WAY OUTSINGS OLD RONNIE
rowdyjoe1000 7 months ago
@rowdyjoe1000-
You sir, are a tonedeaf douchebag who couldnt tell good music if youre life depended on it. To say Shinedown is even comparable, or even worth mentioning in the same sentance as lynyrd Skynyrd is Absurd.
Here, I have provided a link to Wikipedia, to read about the meaning of the word absurd. I doubt anyone of your obvious intelligence would know otherwise.
Lastly,
Ronnie Van Zant has more talant in his hat than "Brent Smith" all together.
Lynyrd Skynyrd is the best
17151415 6 months ago 5
This IS the most "KICK ASS" version of this song!!
trukerdad1019 7 months ago 7
one of my favs by them..
claptongroupie 8 months ago
This song changed my life.. I'm 19
jordandavidmcmahon 10 months ago 13
I was there and remember it well. Great words to live by.
48mwl 11 months ago
my favorite song by them..how true it is..listen to your mama...
claptongroupie 11 months ago 2
GREATEST FUCKING SONG EVER!!!! ENOUGH FUCKING SAID!!! SOUTHERN ROCK LADIES AND GENTS IT DONT GET NO FUCKIN BETTER THAN THIS RIGHT HERE NO MANY HOW MANY FUCKIN MACHINES YOU TRY TO USE. THE ORIGINAL LYNYRD SKYNYRD.
Rippy888 11 months ago 6
I'll follow my heart...
NextLvlProductions 1 year ago
Shinedown did a good remake of this song,but could not compare to the original version. Ronnie sings this song from the heart.
MegaEzra1 1 year ago 2
Best band ever pre 77 that is
dirmo77 1 year ago
My very 1st show when I was 16 years old on Cape Cod 1976.........I'll never forget it. RIP BOYS......
redsoxfan4ever2009 1 year ago
This was my Momma`s song when I got married.
Ivanagonzalez22 1 year ago 2
RIP All the band members.
belair55zz56 1 year ago
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To me, this is one of the best rock songs ever made & performed. Really no need to re-invent the wheel after this one. Thanks Ronnie & Lynyrd Skynyrd.
mvirva2 1 year ago 2
To me, this is one of the best rock songs ever made & performed. Really no need to re-invent the wheel after this one. Thanks Ronnie & Lynyrd Skynyrd.
mvirva2 1 year ago 4
Ronnie van zant (the lead singer of skynyrd) had two daughters, one of which married a member of shinetown...
wozjj 1 year ago
Awesome classic! One of the greatest rock songs by one of the greatest bands.
Bucketbothead007 1 year ago 2
no disrespect but shinedown does them right by there cover of this song and there is much meaning as2 y they play the song2 begin with
rowdyjoe1000 1 year ago
@rowdyjoe1000 Shinedown? Their version of this song SUX compared to the LIVE VERSION with Ronnie singing. You must've been smokin some GOOD SHIT to think It was good. I have seen both versions LIVE and Skynyrd ROCKS!!!
trukerdad1019 7 months ago 3
Wow powerful sentemental lyrics and desparate guitar make for an awesome song from the best band in the world. RIP - from Australia
wozjj 1 year ago 4
@wozjj Land down under ...Long ways from the Everglades
Ivanagonzalez22 1 year ago
@Ivanagonzalez22 Yes mate, it sure is a long way...... and you guys reckon your southern!!! google Melbourne Australia! All the best.
wozjj 1 year ago
My favorite LS tune....deep meaning. RIP Ronnie, Steve, Cassie(10/20/77)....RIP as well Allen, Leon, Billy and JoJo.
bowslap 1 year ago 9
33 years ago today man..
jordandavidmcmahon 1 year ago
Thirty-three years ago tonight - I can't believe it's been that long. I can remember exactly where I was when I heard the news of the plane crash. I still get a sick feeling in my stomach when I think about it.
We miss you all!
777notw 1 year ago
no one does this song better than Ronnie! RIP brother
DickWolfInc 1 year ago
i agree with what ronnie vanzant said how much ths song means to him, it is the same thing that my own grandmother had told me.
angelo062367 1 year ago
Congratulations to my youngest Nephew Brian and his new Bride Loretta! God's Blessing and my best wishes for a happy life together for all eternity! Dancing with his mother to this, my song, my hallelujah to Lynyrd Skynrd, who I had the privilege of seeing live in Rotterdam, The Netherlands in Oct 1975! Been walking to this tune ever since! I am drunk with admiration and loving life to the fullest and this song has meaning beyond description! Love me, hate me, I'm just a Simple Man! HooAhh!
BigMoInAZ 1 year ago
Wow, right here in the ATL, fox theater still here.............so many great people come and go......
redrobin19811 1 year ago
They don't make them like that anymore!!!
6619bryanozzy 1 year ago 28
Another CLASSIC from my youth! RIP Ronnie.
mooncrsher 1 year ago 36
@mooncrsher amen Jack!!!
onemooners 1 month ago