Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground - Willie Nelson

[fadfadfadsfs]

Can You post up Tabs on here. and cords... And do the Solo part to?? jw

[flathat77]

chill bumps

[meo1960]

And God gave gifts unto men.

[TheShondoya]

WhenI  hear you play your singing sends me to an awesome place!

[starshine428]

I can see by the post date this was one of your early ones. I could see you were concerned by "baby noises" in the background, but I thought it was cute. And you were still able to seem focused.

[cootgizzard66]

I requested this song in a bar in Ville Platte (which coincidently i'm from there also, now in Lafayette 25 years) a couple of years ago after duck hunting in Miller's Lake. I wasn't sure if it was the many whiskey drinks i had that night but at the time,i thought it was probably one of the best renditions of that song i had ever heard. You guys did an amazing job with it and i put a 20 spot in your tip jar and that one song was worth every bit of twenty bucks. Now i know it wasn't the whiskey.

[smoddkRLM]

You definitely should apply for Americas got talent! You need to share your talent with the whole world. That's why God gave you such a wonderful voice.

[MajestiCountry]

@LaydiNite -- Did anyone say this was a studio recording for a record? Btw, it's not very professional to spell professional "proffessional."

[LaydiNite]

@weeks1080 It's called constructive critisism.... It's what mature people use to know how to improve. If you are trying to improve something you're working on, like artwork, playing music or cooking, the best way to do so is to present it to others, which is what he did, and have those people tell you what they did or did not like about what you have made, which is what I was doing.

[LaydiNite]

I like your voice much better for this song than the original, but it sounded like you struggled with a couple notes? There were a couple moments where it sounded "jerky" like you had to stop to find the next chord... Also, you can hear a baby gurgling in the background, which is cute and kind of endearing, but not very "proffesional"... :-) overall, very nice, though.

[weeks1080]

@LaydiNite get over yourself

[MuhReeSuh]

marry me?

[MORARDRAGON]

such beautiful vocals - an absolute gem

[weeks1080]

James, I think your voice is more fitting for this song than the great Willie Nelson.

[rawrrr546]

is this just arpeggiation between chords does anyone know? sounds quite good

[irishsetterarchie]

I love you James! Mile high stars comin at ya...Barb...Denver, CO

[tarsinhuuu]

i dont liked the way you played this song, but your voice is incredible... great voice, man...

[tarsinhuuu]

i dont liked the way you played this song, but your voice is incredible... great voice, man...

[67mommabear]

I love it:)))))))))) I keep ending up here every night before bed:)

[dthomp1982]

The best ones arent mainstream. If you get in the spotlight keep it real, because all the real ones are almost gone. PEACE bro good luck.

[stylishsid]

Thankyou <3

[DrEllisOM42]

A lesson on how to play this? Or at least the chords you're using?  Amazing cover!!

[DrEllisOM42]

A lesson on how to play this? Or at least the chords you're using? Amazing cover!!

[DJZitros]

Thank you for thes gread version.

To Day before 4 years i lost my son and he's my angel.

Thank you

[chatykatt]

Wow, what a great job!

[mms149035]

omg he sounds almost just like willie nelson and he is really good at good guitar great job James!!!

[Johnnycashismint]

Wow what a fantastic version! :O My ears want more!!

[nick28268]

THIS SONG MADE ME THINK OF MY FATHER! WHICH ON SEPT. 14 2010 (this year) will be 9 years since he has passed away! and the way you sang this song made me think of him right off the bat! i miss him so much it still feels like he just passed away! YOUR VOICE IS AMAZING!

[wph1138]

This is what music is all about. Just absolutely flawless and raw. What an amazing gift that we get to share in. I am absolutely glued to every single song. I wish I had such a blessing to bring so much happiness as effortlessly as you do. This is the reason Youtube was created I believe. James, Thank you for sharing your talent with us..

[TheRoyalMommy]

This is My Baby Angel's song .... because of James Dupree!.

[ponytoes]

James, Thanks for sharing your wonderful gift here. Please come to California! Sacramento or The Palms Playhouse in Winters! :-) blessings to you and your family! kat

[mikecheech1]

Great voice kid!!!

[sleaponit21]

nice one young fella

[scaniaman121]

james as i sit watching this from my living room here in ireland and i am captivated by your sheer genius and the sound of your voice .You really nail the chords and the melody is always brilliant keep up yhe good work and maybe you might play a concert in ireland sometime

[jwdavis1]

my fav of your covers James :)

[meo1960]

Beautiful. This could be my favorite of ALL your videos, and I've watched them all.

I'm not sure how to give this the HIGHEST rating possible. It appears that they have changed YouTube to simply a Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down. I give it both THUMBS - WAY UP!

[dondgolfnut]

Yo! really enjoyed your take on the Willie Nelson classic. You should get an agent....If I was still in the game..I'd be thrilled to sell your talent.

[jtorz]

great job. this songs makes me cry.

[guitarjay79]

Man, you have a great voice. You sort of sound like Randy Travis. What a talent! I think Willie would be jealous. Awesome job!!!!

[mmvenison]

you nailed it man good job

[cam51fra]

Hey, I've just listened to Willie's rendition of the song. You know what? I think you are better. I guess he was out in the open.. To think he 's my favourite country singer... I'm surprised you are not a known artist already.

[stylishsid]

You honestly have the most beautiful voice, especially for this kind of music, the best cover i have heard of this song! x

[GirlHeartsFire]

Your soooo freaking amazing!! I love your voice! and your really cute too lol I also sing country music check out my channel too

[thebetsycastro88]

My big brother died 2 months ago and this song reminds me soo much of him. When I came across you my heart just melted and teary eyed. Thanks for making my day. People like you is what makes the world go around.

[LipsLikeSugar78]

Wow. You are AMAZING. Seriously, I do not even like country, but because of my parents, have an enormous appreciation for the greats like Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline & Johnny Cash. I have heard some versions of this song that do not convey the emotion of Willie's original, but yours most certainy has struck a chord in my heart. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us. <3 <3 <3

[gijohn1969]

Remind me again why you haven't tried out for American Idol yet??????? Excellent voice. Spot on pitch.

[dolly244]

This is my favorite song! And you nailed it! Willie is proud. Peace

[ff2paladin]

You have a pretty good voice for a guy.

[Jaynedoe1956]

You've just sung one of my "favorite" songs, and I must say, INCREDIBLY WELL DONE !!! I can't understand why someone from the music industry hasn't already scooped you up yet...you're better than most "known" country singers.

[steele917]

@Jaynedoe1956 this is true geniune country music from his very own home...You can hear the children in the backround...perfect...it's like sitting in his kitchen & being entertained....James, I hope you keep these Youtube videos. They will most likely end up on an Anthology album a generation from now. Keep on keepin' on..

[ponytoes]

@steele917 great comment...you are so right on :-) kat

[TheLonewolf66]

@steele917 GOD BLESS U JAYNEDOE,YOU TOOK YHE WORDS OUT OF MY MOUTH

[scoobydoobjb1987]

Best version ever of this wonderful song. I'll bet Willie would agree!! Loved the deep note on the fever line! You are destined for BIG success in the music industry. Just don't let it change you. Every new thing I've learned about you has brought more respect. Your obvious love of God and family, the career you chose that helps those in pain or danger, and your over-all humble but fun-loving personality that comes out on your videos. You are a great person with an amazing talent. God Bless.

[toxikkraain]

Wow...nice...When you become famous, I'll definitely buy your CDs. :))

[Sunambra]

very good

[Bren000t]

Awesome job! I hope you make it big someday. Don't forget your roots with those traditional country songs!

[wayney180]

nice song well performed

[Keeferlgb]

I bet Willie is saying....YES!!!

[RunaeMoon]

Man this is outstanding!!!! Amazing Job man best rendition ever WOW!!!!!!!!!! 500 stars!!!

xoxo

Runae

[fuckocko]

Dude you nailed this song. I love the lyrics to this song, but I can't stand Willie's voice. You did this song justice

[Gir2703]

do you have a cd i could buy? i could listen to you all day, and i dont normally like country.

[tjo0108]

LOVED IT LOVED IT LOVED IT!

Can I buy your CD?

What is it called

[nclevi]

wow

[pickermike]

really nice voice , smooth.

[LVISROCK]

you are a natural - just like clay

[mizcandle]

i love this song - didnt think i could take anyone's version but willie's , but u r damn good dude -- kudos

[spumanti808]

still lovin your music

[drake315]

bud ive heard better guitar work.... but you have the voice for country.... wow quit your day job already.

[treemann2000]

That was impressive!

[meo1960]

WOW! This one brought tears to my eyes.

[hersheyab]

The way you sing this song takes my breath away. I can't wait to buy your CD. I will keep an eye out for it:)

[cesnor]

What hes got a cd out? I would defo buy that because I would buy this song as a single in a heartbeat!

[APCountryCovers]

James your voice is top notch, it's a wonder we're not watching you on the country music channel :-)

Good goin mate!!

[dougiehead]

one of my fav's,,,,you made a great job of it ..nailed it as they say...greetings from Ireland

[bluegrasskarr]

You made that song your own. Great job again

[ScotsjohnSE]

Mr. Dupre thank you for such beautiful renderings of the songs! You have a very moving and lovely voice, I do hope that you will be able to " go commercial" you aught to have some Cds, do post if you cut one! Many thanks for your performances here!

ScotsjohnSE

[OldPicker]

What a great voice! 5 stars!

Many greetings from Germany,

OldPicker

[TexasHollywood80]

I agree with the comment below. This song has a very special meaning for me. It brought tears to my eyes just to see how much more beautiful you made it sound.

[Christopher8008]

Love's the greatest healer to be found....nice job. Keep it up.

[Christopher8008]

Nice job...Love this song...I think the lyric is .."Love's the greatest healer to be found.."

Keep on singing!

[tritssa]

Wonderful voice to this song.

[tritssa]

You have a GREAT voice you will go somewhere

with it!! Keep up the great work.

[topOZchick]

wtg mate great ,,, i didnt think anyone else knew this song

good luck with your music

[ComedianKev]

I will help sponsor you. I have some connections!

[bartdy]

So the question on everybody's mind is why don't u try going for american idol or nashville star?You could win!

[jkj10]

Very cool voice..I just wondered,you write any stuff yourself?

[fidelis10]

Please do "Your man" by Josh Turner...he has a similar song "Sometimes Angels fall". Thank you.Barbados fan

[txbutterfly47]

And James, I bet you sing LADY wonderful too.

[drensansman84]

Love the song, but, dude, you're flying way too close to the ground that background noise ruin your wonderful rendition. Try doing it in a quieter day. Lol!

[thegoodnights]

you deserve so much more mate! amazing version.

[viriamutane]

great job son, you are on your way to success!

[ellecee13]

Marry me.

[Gypsyrunr]

This song has always touched me. My brother-in-law sang it at my niece's funeral..she died of SIDS. I don't know how he got through it but ever since I heard it that first time, it's been a song that has torn at my heart. Great job!

[truerandytfan]

great job James. Remember when u get in Nashville. Keep it country. Not pop or rock country.  Be the next Randy Travis........lol....

Larry (New Orleans)

[wilmaohman]

you're great neighbor, i'm in metairie. another katrina victim

[leslielovesbilly]

Amazing song and a fine performance! Thanks again!

[cedarbeam]

You're an angel flying high. Nice job, nice voice!

[vt32943]

James, very nice.

[groberson2007]

Absolutely Beautiful...

This is the kind of performance I am singing about in my original song "Flying With Angels" AKA "Suspended In Time".

I only wish I had a voice like yours.

I am in my second childhood now but I would gladly welcome you as one of my you-tube friends.

You get a well deserved 5 star rating from me on this one!!!

Keep on singing,

groberson2007

[groberson2007]

Old men may lose their voices but when it comes to songwriting there is no substitute for experience! Carved into my grandfather's stone are these words: (Be aware as you pass me by, where you now stand once stood I. Where I am now you will one day be. Be prepared to follow me.)

If you want to hear the song it inspired try "You Better Get Her Done".

groberson2007

[Flutts]

your fab, your voice is beautiful :)

Song makes me think of my Uncle xxxx

[77wendell77]

Beautiful! you did this in your living room I can't wait to hear it on your PLATINUM selling album see you at the GRAMMY'S

[ephoffman]

How would Mr. Dupre feel about that. He has no problem singing willies songs. he does have an excellent voice. There is nothing wrong with someone being compared to an icon. I would guess nanabbeaty that you are mentally retarded or a genuine idiot.

[helmsjon]

The difference is Willie has a unique, expressive voice. This guy sounds good and all but he's relatively generic. (No offense dude) He's technically on the money but that's the problem with country these days. It's completely generic and too polished!

[moseymama]

Evidently my friend Nashville liked him. He is there making music with the greats and writing lyrics too. Frank Sinatra was generic and very BORING. He made lots of records and lots of m o n e y Never knock talent and unless you are a talent,dont critize. Much love to you my friend. Mari Ana.

[helmsjon]

You're assuming way too much. Why does me preferring Willie make me simple minded? You don't know what kind of talent I have and regardless, I'm entitled to my opinion. It's not a put down just because I don't think he's as unique as Willie. Who is? Willie's a freakin' icon. Besides, anyone in the arts needs tough skin. Art is SUBJECTIVE!!!

[moseymama]

Read the comments again. I am not the one who called you simple minded. I just think this kid has a very good voice. I also like Willie Nelson in fact, Willie is one of my favorites.

[blndcop]

helmsjon you must be simple minded (no offense dude). Willie is my favorite and yes he has a unique sound but so does this gentleman. Why do people always have to put down those who have more skill than them ? Hey James like I said man keep it up and dont ever let simple minded people drag you down.

[helmsjon]

hey man you're assuming way too much. Why does me preferring Willie make me simple minded? You don't know what kind of talent I have and regardless, I'm entitled to my opinion. It's not a put down just because I don't think he's as unique as Willie. Who is? Willie's a freakin' icon. Besides, anyone in the arts needs tough skin. Art is SUBJECTIVE!!!

[anthonydangelo]

Teach me to sing like that!

[cdionman]

yet, singing another one of my favorites! you are awesome! Great job!

[LuLupoo]

Great tune and you did it very well. excellent ty for sharing..you have an excellent voice.

[senor12]

gosh i hate this song, but you brought it alive. impressive. better than anyone could ever dream of doing!!!!!

[iyapapa]

try singing cold hard truth I think your voice is made for it.

[MonkeylessJohn]

Well, that was just incredible. Such a voice and such great emotion in your singing!!

You have an interesting way of playing the guitar, it reminds me of someone....maybe me.

Great song!!!

[stratjunkie9]

You have a perfect voice for country/honky tonk music like Dwight Yoakam. Stick with the country and learn the blues scale. But, Wow the voice is awsome!! Good luck James

[mtzspawn]

Your voice has come around with the perfect note, sounds nostalgic, and yet incredible, I wish you luck with your next-to-be-record

[satcom420]

excellent! Very few people can do that song other than Willie himself, now you are one of the few.

[iyapapa]

your on your way

[nonniejoy]

Once Again, Another classic that you do incred. well. I'm usually loyal to the musician that makes a hit famous, but you have the voice and THE LOOKS that'll get you where you're going. I hope you have the support of your family. P.S. Will be checking to see if you post HOLY WATER (Big & Rich). I know you would do an amazing rendition of it. FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!!!

[minifrogmansam]

james you did a killer job but i have one suggestion try playing it in a so it would be a----like a bm on the 4th fret then d then e and back to a just a suggestion

[skylaraud]

dude, your voice is so smooth and your guitar playing is as smooth. If you want music to be your dream, you need to go for it. It must be hard with two kids, a wife and a job. Fly on past the speed of sound guided by a compass rather than a timeclock. Let your heart be the compass and your music be the fuel, the rest will fall into place.

Peace

Skylar

[dad395]

again you blown me away.

[Sabbi069069]

you know there isnt alot of ppl who can pull off this song seems how Willie is one of the best country singers but you did a great job as well as all of the others...your just awsome as it is and god blessed you with something that can either make you or break you...choose wisely

[bfoster0818]

You have a nice voice, and I really enjoyed listening to you. I can't play guitar, but I imagine this is a hard song to sing and play.

Good job!

[buckandevie]

Hey Bro, I loved it!! I have played this song on my guitar for years and its my fav. song to play! You did a great job cuz its hard sliding down to that C#M chord. GREAT!!

[dArLeNewk]

such a Beautiful song,& of course what a great singer!!! 100 stars!! James you sound just like Willie when you sing ''If you need to'' love Mimi

[mitzisutube]

That's great! BUT I still wanna hear Dinosaur by Hank! You do his voice best. PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE!

[mbills86]

Awesome job, I just was thinkin that you should do "My best friend" by Tim McGraw

[gary1988]

Boy... I am out here in Hollywood doin my thing and you have such mad skills and a voice that I cant believe comes out of this young good-lookin guy. People would eat you up! Get out here and JUST FUCKIN DO IT cuz you have IT........ Nikki

[robbiethesane]

other than making a few mistakes here and there, it was a great job :) I love how you take hold of whatever song you're singing.

[sanders4617]

Can you sing Wanted by Alan Jackson? If your comfortable singing it, please do! =D Keep it up man.

[Teledude1972]

Beautiful rendition my friend. Good Job!!!