James Taylor August 26, 2006 Copperline

[Lunchos]

I think you guys might have it backwards, actually. The soil in the area around Chapel Hill, NC (where JT was raised) is all red dirt clay. Given the coloring of the soil, the people (yes, even the old folks, haha) called that area the copperline. Perhaps the railroad was named b/c it ran through that area. Either way, it's just a nostalgic look at an old familiar place with all of those characteristics that make it home-sweet-home. A wonderful song, whatever the etymology of the name.

[invisiblebookwormie]

James taylor is indeed a very talented singer song writer. My father also writes and sings and most people say that he sounds a bit like james taylor. I think his songs are some what similiar to what james taylor wrote that and john denvers type of songs. I have two of my fathers most recent songs he's recorded.

[ngilotti]

This song is about a beautiful, rural place that JT frequented near his hometown, where he had many special moments. He talks about going back as an adult and finding spec homes built there...but his memories are still intact. This is a great rendition, with the fiddle providing just the right touch of southern Americana....thanks JT. You sound just as good as you did in the 60's!!

[booter19]

is this song about a train? and train tracks?

[reignman2112]

i believe it's about makin moonshine...copper lines and kettles, creosote and terpentine....

[reignman2112]

googled copperline. it is a railroad. you're correct...

[r26y871]

James is like a sweet old friend, comfortable and comforting. Love his style. He's the best.

[timdrum5790]

i love this song

[tuskaiae]

If I was a little older and I got a chance I would marry this fine man...incredible!! Such a classic voice...it's like a welcome home everytime you hear him.

[virginiawaldron]

James Taylor is divine. He sings like he is in heaven. Gorgeous looking too. I always the clothes he wears too.

[unhpeache]

I would love to see him live. All of his preformances are just like listening to his CDs only better. Amazing!

[fourthdown]

i have seen him many times. make every effort to see him.

[Mjroge01]

Absolute perfection - his voice gets better with age, plain and simple. And his band is truly flawless!