EELS Railroad Man (for Anthony)

[774CISCO]

Hadn't heard the accoustic version love it , Nice tribute !

[craigdevlin1]

I love when he says "so long anthony". I don't know why.

[Scarvus2]

Normally I wouldn't comment on something like this, but how could anyone dislike this video?

[sinnvollproductions]

maybe the best eels video on youtube

[damondrydes]

Oh yes, what a great song/video real nice, much enjoyed

[SGR1000]

That was really special and kind of you my friend, if we all took time out for other people we would definately live a much better world. Peace :)

[lee313714]

Much respect to e for doing this I'm pretty sure there's not a lot of artists around that would do this for a fan. I've only just got into the eels in the last month at the age of 30 and really find amazing! Of course I heard of them when I was a kid but don't think I would of appreciated it back then like now. Also the book things the grandchildren should know is a really good read whether a eels fan or not.

Thanks e.

[dons4europe]

R.I.P. Anthony .. As a train driver and massive Eels fan this Is one of the best vids on 'youtube' ... Bobby jnr Is a wee character as well..

Long live the Eels and Bobby jnr.

[lonewolf3737]

This is just so moving.. I get teary watching E perform this for Anthony...and im a middle aged man who never show any emotion

[TheEtaCarina]

This is just to damn good...

[colblade]

god bless you anthony, and E - respect.

[bassman30100]

If you want to read a book about a beautiful human being then read Mark Oliver Everett's "Things The Grandchildren Should Know" .And if it does'nt touch your heart and soul............man you have no heart and soul..

[strangled68]

I can't think of one other rock star that would do this. E is one genuine guy.

[LordStupido]

wonderful!

[robertfusaro55]

This beautiful tribute was central to Anthony's Memorial Service two years ago, and continues to hearten his family as we stop by now and again. Thank you so much E, Bobby Jr., and Jake for your kindness.

Thank you also to the Eels fans from around the globe who have contributed to Anthony's project of HOPE. Continuing Anthony's work remains a great comfort to us and makes a small, but very real difference in the lives of pediatric oncology nurses and patients at UCSF.

[OfficialEels]

@robertfusaro55 -- Our pleasure. Anthony's story still touches us and we are also inspired by the outpouring of support from fans who see watch this video.

[Dharmaflyer1]

How lovely and thoughtful. I used to work with children who had cancer. x

[iplaydrumsoften]

Love 2:06 when he smiles after looking at Bobby Jr.

[veddfer38]

its funny, i do not conect with the lyrics of this song but it is so me.....how, i dont know! Why, i dont care!! Its a song i would loved to have written

[Hanske90]

Your dog has the coolest ears i have ever seen! :D

[510junebug]

this is so sweet. plus his dog is super sweet. takes after his daddy!

[mscool79]

this song is amazing... i love it...

[ihatejazzandculture]

everything about this was perfect. and that's not a word that should be used very often

[lodcomm]

that sir was a thing of beauty...

[gordonw01]

I salute you Mr Everett what a nice tribute to one of your biggest fans.Very touching.

Also one of my favourite Eels tracks.

[JoaquinAhumada]

shit!!! this is the best song ever!!!

[Jetstarboy]

what a moving tribute for Anthony by E top man !

[DaveOpoien]

$20.00 to Anthony's HOPE fund from me. Let's keep his project going, folks.

[OfficialEels]

Thank you, and please spread the word.

[epicswell]

I signed up with a donation also, after hearing this song. Respect E.

[eamonreillydotcom]

E is a genius and a living legend.

[radsurferchelsea]

Haha Bobby Jr. is so funny xD

I really love this song and why it's posted, though. <3

[itslikeframingapear]

Just read Mark's book and that actually made me cry, but in a good way.

[racingsnake28]

This song reminds me of my grandfather so much,he worked on the railways in the Scottish highlands during the war,thanks E and Bobby jnr.

Peace x

[susanacavenati]

Bobby...wir lieben Dich !!!

Susana&Beatrice

[no92mustang]

Stunning.

[dsrc18]

I think the dog's the star here.Come back to the U.k soon

[musicalwaysGMS]

I just love every single song by these guys...

[GorgonFace64]

Whatta guy. Did his dog eat a fly or something.

[quinoacat]

E, this is touching, I cried....Bobby Jr.'s antics in the background chasing a flying insect was a welcome distraction that cheered me up again. I am gonna have to tune up and slap my capo on the 5th fret and practice this beautiful song. Thanks! 5/5 Stars.

[gannoneamonn]

that is class even the doggin is tryin to sing it brillant song brillant man.

[graemeislord]

a true measure of the man. And Bobby, what a legend!

[sh1monn]

lol whats bobby doing on the background?

looks like his tongue got a life on its own

[cielowaa]

I love all the songs of this man!

[grimsbystunts]

This guy is my hero,

[anderson1327]

This makes me cry.

E seems like the sweetest person alive.

[zazmerchick182]

aww! this is my fav song by him. his dog looks as though he wants to sing along!!!

[uhhguy]

I read his book. How he got inspiration for the song. He is my favorite artist, biographer, and now even his dog has got my heart.

Gotta love true talent.

[jaapznl]

Respect -> E

[chestertouristcom]

love the dog

[flatbadger]

This is an awesome song. I love E.

[noutjie]

one word: RESPECT

[bi11ydakid]

E's one of those guys who inspires all who have been unfortunate enought to have met the darker side of these lives of ours. thanks for being there

[ROBOTWORKMAN]

HEART OF GOLD

[eamonreillydotcom]

hero.

[ajw0wja]

this is a GREAT song, and it just shows what kind of a person you are. to do something like this, for one of your fans. its just awsome of you.....

it gives me the chills everytime i listen to this song

[Medyshel]

You're music captivate me few years ago, E. you're awesome!

[IIn3cy]

Anyone else notice Bobby ate a fly? LOL dogs are awesome:)

[IIn3cy]

I love you Uncle E. My bestfriend in the whole world since I was 4 years old also died of cancer (Hodgkins) just a month ago. I dedicate this song to you my friend Wade. Love you friend and love you Uncle E!!!!

[Konner]

This made my day, thanks E and Bobby Jr.

[JonTheEditor]

E f-in rocks! This is one of the coolest fan tributes I've seen. Thanks for the inspiration Uncle E.

[Iddybud]

I said a prayer for Anthony tonight. Give Bobby Jr a big old pat on his sweet head for me, would you please? Thanks, Mark. ~ Jude

[keysersozefede]

:°)

[dancethefigo]

This song is just too beautiful..

[Ranjaat]

I just love this song. Don't know why, but you just have to love it...

[theDschohshow]

I love E's voice and Bobby, Jr. !

[cohenandloynds]

E, your awesome! You deserve a high five from all your fans. And Bobby Jr. deserves a cookie.

[strangled68]

There's not many rockstars that would do this for a fan. What a great guy! Listen to his music, read his book, then listen to it all again. It's all from the heart.

[theleverpulled]

This song is one of the saddest I've ever heard. And I love it.

[Kymer]

Awesome!

[NojEnserfud]

Thank you for sharing that, I loved it.

[jaxthelorax]

Thanks E! This song reminds me of my father in law who just passed away after a 12 year battle with multiple myeloma. He will always be my tough ole Grandaddy. Loved his trains.

[SpraypaintBackalley]

Simply stunning, an amazingly touching version of one of my favourite songs. An instant classic, timeless and extraordinary.

[oxmishmashxo]

if somone can inspire a gesture this touching and beautiful he must have been a great guy this brought a tear to my eye im sure he would have loved this. tis is such a perfect tribute.

[etoritos]

Me to, I've just finished reading the book. After that I listened to the whole discography and I enjoyed in a whole different way, understanding much better many of the songs. Fuck the records companys and keep on doing your stuff the way you do it.

[333TGINN333]

E, I'd rather go into your musical world than any other. That makes you the best songsmith ever surely?

[vomigod]

I agree, I love music, love Lennon's stuff , bit for songs that really hit home it's Mark. E everytime

[ragefan14]

Mark Oliver Everett is god.

Simple as that.

[30Doradus]

What is his book called?

[vomigod]

Mark hope u read this,want to say ur music makes a difference,I normally listen to metal but I've always had a soft spot for ur songs.Wanna say thanks for saving my life, won't go into details but suffice to say your music got me through some dark days,I wish you'd written your book a few years earlier then i wouldn't have gone through so much shit. Just wanted to express my thanks and let you know you've got a lot of support here so if ur touring the U.K please check out Wales. Again thanks man

[gavroche67]

well E is pretty moving here, i guess he's the only international singer to sing in front of his webcam !

[dons4europe]

Hey E , I love this song and what a tribute to a brave wee lad.

Just finished reading your book and it was absolutely beautifull. Dont worry too much about havin a family youve had one for years man. Take care Bro...

[williamsanders]

Mark, you've got your (golden) heart in the right place! It's wonderful, simply wonderful...

[innocencenonus]

I visited Anthony's site thanks to the info section but wasn't sure if it's still possible to donate. Anyone know?

[OfficialEels]

Yes, it is. Click the donate button on the page. Thanks.

[gessie]

I see it's all been said already, so all I have to add is this: Incredible.

[emergentpatterns]

Completely inspiring

[applescruff909]

This is a wonderful, beautiful thing you've done for Anthony. Thanks, man.

[sw0mgt]

Bobby Jr. is getting fat.

[racoonsmith]

Mark Everett, you are a legend. I'm sure Anthony would've loved this. Peace

[iwanttobepaul]

absolutely beautiful, gives an already amazing song a whole new layer of meaning...

[rocznrowsez]

I couldn't tell you what drew me here today or how I made it through but it had something to do with all of you ..so whch ya gonna do bout me, ive been hangn round for a while.this aint heaven on earth.sorry to hear about anthony sorry i missed you when u were here too

[mkwett]

oh man. i knew anthony fusaro, he was in my boy scout troop, but i never bothered to get to know him. i quit a few years ago, and this is the first ive heard of his death. and... this has always been my favorite eels song too. jesus christ. poor guy. he was always happy and he cheered me up many times, though i never took the time to repay him.

[kwakker]

thats why he's my idiol

[ngershman]

Kinda makes it hard to be an atheist. You have to believe Anthony is out there somewhere laughing at Bobby Jr.'s antics. This perfomance has a perfect, authentic, and unsentimental tone that is so rare these days.

[wiggaroo]

Anthony rocks!

[SonKilVolt]

God Bless Anthony.

[starbrite27]

Absolutely beautiful....

[mrpepperman]

Rest in peace Anthony, and my thoughts for Anthony's parents and family.

Thank you E.

[ssshy]

i cry like little girl

[DJkevvykev]

Gotta love the Eels.

This is lovely and now with an extra layer of sadness.

Oh... I just realised what's on the wall!

Dogs playing pool. Yay!

[ltothem11]

ahhhhh sheeer brilliansssssss!!!!!

[dainsworth]

Not much to say, everyone else has already said it. "So long Anthony", take care wherever you are. E you are one of the most kind hearted people I've ever known of, the world needs more people like you! I'm sure Anthony appreciates this from the bottom of his heart. xxx

[arklowrockz]

Nicely played, sir.

Well done

[Kinosis]

This was a brilliant thing to do E. It was very moving.

RIP Anthony, may your spirit fly high.

[Nek1a]

E keep on making your music, your a great guy, personally and musically. RIP anthony

[Cal50]

that was beautiful. that is one of my favorite songs off of one of my favorite albums of all time. E is a genius

[angelembem]

gave me goose-bumps. very very moving and very very thoughtful.

<3

[Kenneko]

This song is going to probably always make me cry now. It's really incredible how I'm so moved by this when I'm so detached from the situation, and I'm sure I'm not alone on this.

[eamontoplease]

One of my favorite songwriters, one of my favorite songs, one of my favorite dogs. This video absolutely made my day.

Rest in peace, Anthony.

[honeypie20782]

that's a very delicate and rare gesture... I've loved your music for a very long time now and I'm happy to see that you're such a nice person...

I really feel for Anthony's family, I'm so very sorry for your loss...

[LeftStep]

Love.

[GasolineHORSE]

I know the risk of saying how this gesture has really hit me deeply without coming acoss as insincere, espically when it's aimed at another human being who I never met, never even heard of until visiting the eels website.

But I gotta say this breaks my heart.... The power of music man. Who needs God when we have music like this?

Good Show Mr Everett.

Kind thoughts go out to Anthony's family.

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Dan x

[strawbs111]

brought a tear to my eye.

respect

[Bastianhemmen]

That was indeed a very nice gesture.. Things like this always seem to hit me..

[ottawayian]

soul

[catgrin]

A beautiful song to say goodbye with. Thanks for taking the time, and providing the links. As usual, you're a good man, E.

[tarynfla]

What a kind gift - a beautiful gesture. Thank you for sharing it with your fans.

[Dantowes]

Gobsmacked...

Mark - good sir...

[msingell]

eels music is moving in times of need. i can remember listening to electroshock at a funeral reception as i inhaled the overwhelming scent of mothballs coming from an unfamiliar farm house. i love eels music, but it is the humanistic element which is reflected in their songs that trumps any melody or cadenza ever written.

[exoxe]

You're a good man. I've been a fan of your music for 12 years now... keep up the good work, and the kind heart.

[ket5ri77]

Respect for you E and especially for Anthony.

[gordon97202]

The sheer sincerity and awesomeness of this cannot really be described. We could all hope for such kindness!

[btmnky]

As if I didn't have enough respect for Mark already. Good man.

[wolfrunningfree]

How touching. A great thing to do for Anthony.

[sebbo21]

seems my Soul is answering to that song in that special situation. your songs are made for it, thank you

[Kenneko]

This is so beautiful. I teared up a little.

[MartinB1979]

respect!

[brewerdrummer]

your a good man.

[ladybuglms]

he just got even more amazing.

a genius with a heart.

x so sweet x

[lardarse2000]

when i hear this song i will always remember the story!! E is a legend

[alocatelli]

Rock on E.  Your a great man with a kind heart!

[Zacbcoole]

This is so genuinely thoughtful and heartwarming, E. You are a terrific man.

RIP Anthony.

[chadinrain]

this song makes me feel good on the inside.

[pissypants06]

I would love to know what kind of guitar you are playing. Looks like an vintage Gibson. It's got the sound I'm looking for.

[pissypants06]

Are you kidding me? A thumbs down? Obviously, I loooove this song. It's the song that made me fall for the Eels. Jeez.

[williamsanders]

Gibson LOO I guess

[rachelann82]

Like I needed another reason to love the Eels. It's nice to be reminded of how genuinely good people can be.

[larkyyy]

this is real sincerity

this isn't a publicity stunt

everything about this band and E is so honest and true i love it all to death n_____n

[nhg777]

he just got even more amazing.

a genius with a heart.

x

[tillycat1]

that really was so amazing - quite sad too.... i did get quite distracted by Bobby Jr tho most of the way through lol xxxxxxx

[laurenhale84]

Amazing. Both your talent and doing this for Anthony.

[RockAndLoadJM]

This is my favourite song! So emotional and brilliant! Really brings you to the edge! It's such a nice thing to do as well... E you rock more than any other mortal!!

[Arveforevra]

That is awesome!

One of my favourite songs.

[RockingEelscom]

E, this is so sweet of you. It's really so sad beautiful.

Gotta love Bobby Jr. in that video.

[Dougkeil]

That was nice of you to do that.

[CaptainWhatever4]

Awesome....Absolutely AWESOME!!

and Anthony & Bobby Jr are both very lucky to have ya...........

Peace

[MattieCooper]

Amazing! Great Song, nice dedication.

[crabsofnalts]

great stuff

[ChristopherMast]

Fantastic performance. This song always makes me cry, literally (it reminds me of my Grandfather).

[TheReturnOfJames2J]

Special performance. RIP Anthony.

[Qw3rtyX2]

you're such a nice guy E. How did he pass away?