Bobby Darin - Simple Song Of Freedom - LIVE! 

I am.62 yrs. old now,(2013), and have sung Bobby Darin's song of freedom for most of my life, almost as a comforting mantra. The song is so incredibly beautiful and with such meaning and always gave warmth to my heart. To honour Bobby , I love singing and playing it on my acoustic guitar for people. God bless Mr. Darrin, and I thank him so much for this touching song. Wish so much that he could have lived longer. His song here sure did give me life.

Beautiful song, always current unfortunately. Bobby Darin you were and will always remain the greatest of all, a great artist, a true man and a beautiful person. Forever in my heart.

This song is as relevant today as when Bobby Darin wrote and sang it. Everyone should listen the the words and tell our government that this is what should be. Bobby wrote this song in 1971. Please listen.

Wow. !! Bobby that was a powerful song and message. I am so sorry that we lost you when you when you were so young. Just know that you are still loved and remembered by millions of your fans. Rest In Peace My Friend.

Imagine this guy, dressed in a tuxedo, looking for-all-the-world like Mr. Establishment, singing a song like this. Just goes to show that you can't judge a book by its cover. He was a great entertainer and was becoming the voice of the people when he met his untimely death. There should be more like him!

Bobby Darin, We, the people here, don't want a war.

Its not obvious, but what Bobby Darin did starting in about 1966, was ballsy. Total transformation in his style. He probably pissed off his older mainstream fans with this kind of material. But he really clearly did not care and I admire the hell out of that.

just brilliant....so much this guy gave us.....and left us way to early, but is not life cruel like that. this man is singing for humanity....

This song is a gem. And this should be played today and daily. Most people have forgotten what is freedom!

Thank you for this beautiful song, Bobby. I listen to it every day. I’m sorry you had to ‘move on’ so quickly. I hope to meet you when my time comes. I love you ‘to the moon & back.’

I had forgotten what a powerful song this was when Bobby released it. It still is relevant today, perhaps even more so.

Bobby had his first open heart surgery in Feb 1971, this is Jan 1972. He had to take oxygen offstage between songs. He got his own NBC variety show in the summer of 1972. It lasted until May 1973. Bobby had his 2nd open heart surgery in Dec 1973. He died in the recovery room afterward. Bobby was a brave, wise soul. Gone too soon.

I feel like now (again) is the time for this song

As acclaimed as he was in his life, Bobby Darin is probably the most underrated performer ever.

I LOVE MY COUNTRY U. S.A. MY FATHER FOUGHT IN KOREA-HE HATED WAR- AND LOVED BOBBY DARIN- I THINK I KNOW WHY

No one can top this song, he was the best. We miss you dearly ...RIP 🙏🌹

This is such an amazing and powerful song. Bobby doesn't call out one group or another group. He calls out the government and world leaders. Which is what the people of especially today's United States need to hear. It's not that we want to be separated from each other, but the government sure wants us to be.

what a talent.....what a shame to lose someone of this talent at 37. this is my favorite song he did. so fitting for today!

Bobby Darin the voice 50 and 60.king 👏🎼🎶🎤🎹🎸🕴🌻

I love Bobby Darin, he has been my inspiration in almost everything I do, I feel so, so, sorry for him when he is singing, he needed oxygen, he was not well, just look at his eyes, and his face, his eyes are red, puffy, and half shut, he is only in his thirties and he looks like he is 48 or 50. You can tell he is in pain and sick, I pray that he is in Heaven, rest in piece Bobby, you are so special to me.

I get chills when I watch this. He had SOUL

I realize that I was lucky to be alive when Bobby Darrin was performing. I never saw him live, but his TV appearances showed more than a singer. He was just a great performer. A true legend. We miss you Bobby

Bobby sang a lot of different styles of music, which means there's something for everyone. I remember some of his early songs which I didn't know @ the time were his! others I've never heard til recently on UTUBE. Some that he sang are songs I didn't like by those I heard originally sing them. But I DO like his recording of them. So, like I say, something for everyone. And I'm a bigger Bobby Darin fan than ever. IF HE ONLY KNEW! LOVE YOU BOBBY DARIN! SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!

Never gets old, never even gets the time to get old.

What a great gift Bobby had, no screaming out a song, it just flowed with such feeling, I just love it. It was never played enough. I grew up with Bobby's songs, he was a genius.

This is and always will be a protest song. The message was clear and true when Bobby Darin sang it in 1970 and it's still true today. I spent the 60e' appreciating him and his songs and I always will. Thanks for the love clip in color. I regret that he left us too soon.

Bobby's "Simple Song Of Freedom" still rings true today, ….. "we the people do not want a war"…….. Bobby's version of this awesome self penned song is the most remarkable of all…… has more depth of meaning than any other…….. a true genius at work right here……. Man has heart, soul, emotion, courage, strength, wisdom, vision, God gifted mega multi-talent, we will never see the likes of again. RIP B.D.

Simply a greatest singer and beautiful person ..with love from Naples (Italy)

. . . I have been a fan for 50 years or so, I never get tired of listening to the fella. . A real star. I think the movie by Kevin Spacey on his life was a fabulous tribute to the man.

This man could sing everything: blues, jazz, folk, pop...and sing it all excellently.

Written by Bobby Darin and performed by Bobby Darin. What a talented soul he was !

Me too. I found him back in July a few days before my 14th birthday and I love him so much.

Rock'n'roll icon, cabaret singer, Las Vegas legend, folk singer and actor. Was there anything he couldn't do? And he did it all in less than 20 years. A TREMENDOUS loss.

BOBBY DARIN'S VOICE LIVES ON. BRINGS BACK SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES. THANK YOU BOBBY.

Different era. Different war. Same message.

This song is with out a doubt my favorite that was ever sung by Bobby Darin.

Mr. Darin when I was younger you sir were my favorite singer until this song was performed. All these years later I finally understand what yout words meant. Thank you Mr Darin

He was a master and is greatly missed. I still love him as much as ever and wish he was still with us. Love all his music, but this song is timely and timeless!

I simply adore this man. Always have, always will. Thank you so much for sharing.

I'm watching this PBS special right now (for the 20th time) and this song by Bobby Darin is one the best highlights of the show,,, when lyrics from nearly 50 years ago can still be used in this day and age,, it's a sad thing,,,,, Bobby wrote this as well, and what a magnificent job he did,,, miss you, Bobby!!

I got to meet and know Bobby when I had my band in Vegas in the early 60's. A local DJ friend took me out to the Flamingo Hotel to Bobby's dressing room and introduced us.Bobby went to LA and recorded 18 Yellow Roses. When he came back he came to where my band played, Twin Lakes Lodge. He sang this song that night, the first time it was played publicly. He was the nicest person you would ever hope to meet. He was like an old friend. He is missed as a performer and a great person.

Music has done more to change the Minds & Hearts of People than anything else has. Lord Knows we need it today more than ever. These Singers & Songwriters are too money hungry to even take the time out to reach deep inside and write music to change the World

What an amazing song...Bobby Darin was one of a kind...still relevant today

Very talented and one of the greatest singers and entertainers in America.

I love Bobby Darin now more than ever.

If forgotten what a good song and message that was it should be playing now we need it even more 😢

Another who is Gone, but Definitely Not Forgotten, one in a Billion, with a Beautiful mind🎸🎢🇺🇲🎸

Lyrics Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war. Hey, there, mister black man, can you hear me? I don't want your diamonds or your game I just want to be someone known to you as me And I will bet my life you want the same. Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war. Seven hundred million are ya list'nin'? Most of what you read is made of lies But, speakin' one to one ain't it everybody's sun To wake to in the mornin' when we rise? Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war. Brother Solzhenitsyn, are you busy? If not, won't you drop this friend a line Tell me if the man who is plowin' up your land Has got the war machine upon his mind? Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war. Now, no doubt some folks enjoy doin' battle Like presidents, prime ministers and kings So, let's all build them shelves Where they can fight among themselves Leave the people be who love to sing. Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war. I say … let it fill the air … Tellin' people everywhere … We, the people here, don't want a war. play.google.com/music/preview/Tqxf63x6n5kfzl4xpmtk3vgoc7e?lyrics=1&pcampaignid=kp-lyrics&u=0#

So relevant in our world today. Everyone needs to have this song in there head all the time. When will humanity ever get it. Bobby's rendition is so simple..

Our world needs a song like this today. Bobby Darin was a class act...perhaps ahead of his time. Taken from us too soon. But his spirit lives on in a song such as this. Be at Peace.

This is what needs to be sung and heard in 2020!

Perfect for our times, March 1st, 2022 .. 🙏🇺🇦 .. Bobby Darin ☮️ Peace🇺🇸 🌹 🎼🎵

A GREAT simple Song.

This song gets me every. Single. Time. Brilliant.

I didn t know this singer so far. He was really fantastic. I love him since ever.

This is a song that will put a lump into your own throat as it would tears into your own eyes just listening to this song

I love Bobby Darin's music, he was right about this time and he is still right about war

Brilliant song, a man with lot of heart, and courage.

sometimes i can get through this song others no he wouldnt like whats going on now at all !!! We all need to VOTE !!!!

Bobby Darin is truly one of our musical icons and his really caring deep side I don't think showed much on the performance circuit. I don't think I heard this song until I saw the movie beyond the Sea. And the dramatization of this song will never stop moving my emotions. And as others have said it is still very relevant today. Tragic that he had to have and go through the rheumatic fever -a deadly disease. My mother had it and a good friend of mine her mother had it. pm destroys the heart valves, and my mother literally died of a broken ❤️ figuratively and literally when they aorta broke as well and my friend's mother died also from the plastic replacement valves she obtained through surgery and they finally wore through. Bobby's music will be remembered forever and I hope his soul is soaring to greater heights and maybe he'll come back and reincarnate and bring help and energy to get us through this mess we r in right now!

I never knew him but when saw the movie it made cry with joy and I live his song we live him in peace 😊

Way back when seen Him sing this song Live on tV. Watching PBS program this Evening. Just seen Him sing this Song This time on Video. Different time Different place And I was younger At this time Message remains the Same

I've always loved Bobby Darin & his music. Maybe the reason he wore his heart out is because he shared his feelings with the entire world. Every time I hear this song, it feels like a fire is burning in my own heart. I feel exactly as I think he did when he wrote it. He was truly a great human being and a wonderful singer. God Rest his soul.

This is one of my favorite songs ! Thank you Bobby Darin :}

One of THE all time greats

I have to add this song to my collection.....it is a message and a statement

I listened to Bobby Darins song tonight & I loved it... He stood there with His beautiful tux on Singing that Great song ; If He was Still here with Us He would have made a Difference in This ole World ~

when will come to realize how precious freedom is to all. Today we are divided. Where is Love

Beautiful song Bobby that I will never forget.

It's incredible. His "People hear what they see" idea really worked. Bobby was booed off stage when he first sang his protest songs, wearing jeans + a mustache! As Bob Darin. They wanted their old Mack-the-knife-Bobby back! He didn't know what to do, so he combined it. Put on his tux again, sang a few of his old songs + some of his new material. These songs meant a lot to him. And suddenly the audience loved the protest songs,too! It was basically the same set list, he just looked different.

In my opinion, the greatest folk song ever written! This song put Tim Hardin in the limelite! Mac The Knife, Splish Splash, ETC., are there forever! What a songwriter!

i'm Voting !!!! How could anyone hear this song and not get emotional !

Bobby Darin: The very best. Fabulous Bobby Darin.

Sing it Bobby.🎗️❤️👍🤘🙏♥️🎶🎶🎶🎶

This has always been my favorite Darin recording, Splish Splash, You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby are of course amazing. But it seemed like whenever he sang this song he was putting himself completely into it and it was from his heart.

Just great. Bobby Darin did it all, and to think, with all his talents, he was open to new ideas! Thanks!.

Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war Hey there, Mister Black Man can you hear me? I don't want your diamonds or your game I do want to be someone known to you as me And I will bet my life you want the same Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war Seven hundred million are enlisted Most of what you read, most of what you read, is made of lies But speaking one to one, ain't it everybody's son To wake to in the morning when we rise? Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never sung, never sung, before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war No doubt some folks enjoy doin' battle Like presidents, prime ministers and kings So let's all build them shelves so they can fight among themselves And leave us be those who want to sing Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never, ever, sung before Let it fill the air Tell the people everywhere We, the people here, don't want a war Come and sing a simple song of freedom Sing it like you've never, ever, sung before Speaking one to one Ain't it everybody's son To wake to in the morning when we rise Speaking one to one Ain't it everybody's son To wake to in the morning when we rise .Songwriters: Bobby Darin.

He had a great voice. I still love to hear him singing.

Just saw a movie about Bobby Darin called Somewhere Beyond the Sea...When the actor sang this song at the Flamingo...in this movie... it shows that Darin tore the house down with that song. ..it is quite a song and Bobby was quite an artist.

Thank you 👍, for this song people every where should listen to it.

God bless Bobby Darin, This song still holds some relevance today (in 2013) Sure Bush has left office, but some wars still drag on. Still we still want to sing a "Simple Song Of Freedom!"

Just a great song that has endured time....so true today. Sad ending to a marvelous talent.

He is fantastic. Now imagine how good he could have been if he could actually breath. Outstanding talent.

He did a true real and rational regarding about what and how ever one should all do!! With him being stated, as a retired teacher, I grade him with an A++!!

One of his best songs... and that's saying something.

Sooo strong...! Thanks Bobby, you wrote a wonderful song.

Thank you for letting me find this song from a youth 🤓✌ Agree💮

Could listen to this every day

Nobody did it--or does it-- like Bobby Darin! He was such a unique entertainer, and super cool!

Fell in love with Bobby's heart all over again after re hearing this!

Bobby was one of the most talented men in showbiz.!!!

What an awesome song-sung by an awesome performer! RIP!

Perfect ..today and tomorrow. If it's still here.

Stricken with a weakened rheumatic heart since childhood and not expected to live to reach age 15 this guy knew he had to pack four lifetimes into his limited existence and that's exactly what he did, what an extraordinary talented individual !

Love this song so much. Thanks from Sweden!!

(Canadian here) On Remembrance Day (Veterans Day in USA), my wife & I were listening to a special satellite radio music program from San Diego. 4 hours of ‘60s music honoring the Veterans, but I didn’t hear this song. As Mr Dave Harper commented here a few years ago, it’s as relevant today as it was initially recorded. Hmmm. I wonder what would happen if someone updated the names to be more current and re-recorded it?

WRC looks so serene here. Really at peace. What a BEAUTIFUL SOUL. What a GIVER.

Song still rings true. Breaks my heart how the industry treated him and so many other.

What a wonderful song.

beautiful song.....freedom, please, G-d, freedom and peace.