RIP a song that touched our hearts

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Jesse Colin Young, the melodic force behind The Youngbloods’ call to unity, “Get Together,” has passed away at 83 in his South Carolina home, leaving behind a legacy that sounds a lot like the hopeful strum of a guitar at a peace rally. Best known for his gentle exhortation to “smile on your brother,” Young’s voice became a symbol of 60s idealism in a track that would resurface as a beacon during America’s tumultuous Vietnam years. Beyond his anthem for brotherhood, Young’s career spanned over five decades, filled with musical ventures that explored the corners of folk, rock, and blues, punctuated by a spirited revival in his later years. To the end, he never stopped believing in the power of song—or the necessity of love, making “Get Together” not just a performance piece but a lived creed.

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maddielee
last year
I’m sorry to learn this. He was a powerful voice in those turbulent times.

We need him now for current times.

Happy to see you posting Caroline, you have been missed. Always loved when you shared snips of you life, not to mention your husband’s short concerts.
DLM2000-GW
last year
Ahhhh another sound of my youth gone 💔
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Bunny
last year
Back in the early 70s, his music and image were part of the fabric of our lives. I'm especially fond of Miss Hesitation.
LynnNM
last year
A beautiful song that has always touched my ❤️
terezosa / terriks
last year
My then teenage sister sat next to him on a plane in the 70s. We were all so jealous! 😀
carolb_w_fl_coastal_9/10
last year
His songs were so lovely and lyrical. I recall going to see him in concert back in the 70s.

I read that he lost his entire studio to a terrible fire years ago. I believe it was the home described in his song Ridgetop.

Here's one of my faves by him:
smiling
last year
Although I'm sorry to learn this, I'm also grateful to you for sharing the news. He did leave a lasting legacy of beauty, peace, and hope. I can still hear and hum his iconic melodies, and they are as lovely as ever. Thanks for letting us know.
3katz4me
last year
We have a couple of his albums - yes LPs. DH spun one up today in memory of JCY.
Kswl
last year
Iconic music of one of my favorite eras. Thanks for posting this C, I hadn’t heard of his death. They don’t make songwriters / performers like this any more.