Joe Bonamassa-"Why Does It Take So Long To Say Goodbye"-Now Serving: Royal Tea Live From The Ryman 

Everyone’s always talking about Joe’s guitar playing, rightfully so, but man, dude can sing.

Very few songs out there that deserve to be longer than 9 minutes but Joe and the band could have stretched this one to 20 minutes and I'd still be hitting the replay button at the end.

How can anybody dislike this? Listening to Joe & the band play live at let loose is amazing & they hit it out of the park every single time.

I think this one is the best JB’s song ever. Such a masterpiece

One of my fav’s off of that album. Royal Tea is Joe’s best album since John Henry Love the cardboard cut out audience 😂

Joe is such a phenomenal talent, and a perfect example of someone who knows how to handle fame.

Oh my God this is my absolute favourite from Royal Tea and maybe the most dearest to me from all time. This song means so much to me...

It’s been a long time since a singer songwriter guitarist has crafted a song this good, has all the elements to hypnotise the listener. Gary Moore was a pioneer and Joe has taken it past where it was found.

One of the best talented guitarist of our time

I just can't stop watching and listening to this amazing perfect performance.... I got lucky and got the 1st row ticket right in the middle to Joe's next April concert in Finland... now it's just 6 months of waiting !!! A dream come true will be waiting.. a musician above anyone on my personal list 😊

I wonder if this solo will ever be considered one of the greatest ever, because it definitely is. I can’t stop listening to it.

In my opinion, the very rare case of a songwriter and guitar virtuoso with an equally great voice. And a good guy, no obnoxious ego, no tv's flying out of hotel windows. We luv you, Joe Bon. 😅🎶💙🎶

Talent, beauty, emotion, elegance, excellence, passion, poetry, charisma, perfectionism. Great Joe!

Yeah, right DLK, just like JH EC SRV. Instrument and voice giving the full ability to compose, find your own songs, giving opportunity to express what you feel, deep inside YOURSELF. Royal Tea is one of his best albums, for me- taking his songwriting to another dimension. Looking forward seeing him live so much! If you read this Joe, thanks for these beautiful songs, the lyrics your tone and this brilliant band, accompanying! It means a whole lot for me!!

I have followed Joe since 1991. I knew one day he would shine above the rest. That day is here. Five times at Red rocks Colorado I have watched. If you like The Blues then do yourself a deed. Go see Joe live. Even if it costs $500 go do it. Worth every penny.

It's amazing how clean Joe plays he is fiery and off the charts skilled and man he is so clean you never hear a mistake

There are no words enough for this man

I Love this song, Joe’s Voice Sounds Incredible, His Guitar Playing Is Extraordinary, The Band Is So Awesome, What a Great Tone, Such A True Song, I Love ❤️ It.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 ,

Joe Bonamassa and Gary Moore best the best!!!

Really Love this and it makes me think of the late Gary Moore ♫

My favorite JB Live! All of the All Star Musicians were at the top of their game.

You know, the last chord feeding back just perfectly sums up his command of the guitar. That solo at the end keeps bringing me back for another listen…just WOW….😵

Beautiful, a great performance. Your songs are full of emotional power and your playing is a full cup 100 proof blues rock goodness. Your vocals, guitar playing, timing and musicianship are why you are at the top of my list essential listening. Thank you Sir.

Joe IS a fine wine. He has gotten better with each and every passing year. His barrel is seasoned and his voice has aged, grown silky smooth, each new song a finer bouquet than the previous...awesome Joe!

Hearing some serious Gary Moore vibes in this song! That's a good thing!

The Tommy Bolin 1960 Les Paul sounding great in Joe's hands.

speechless!!!!! a true guitar master

Tired of running I've seen these times before Desperation Our candle burns no more Everything we know Takes us so far away Trace your steps back Don't let 'em guide your way When I leave Oh, I leave for good No coming back Like you said I would You crossed the line Why does it take so long to say goodbye? Every time I'm just a castaway Cast out into the sea Another rainy night Tears from the endless fights Oh, I carried you Carried you on my own So take the love you've had And pretend you always know When I leave Oh, I leave for good No coming back Like you said I would You crossed the line Why does it take so long to say goodbye? Every time Say goodbye Every time When I leave Oh, I leave for good No coming back Like you said I would You've crossed the line Why does it take so long to say goodbye? Every time Say goodbye Every time, yeah...

Joe, great song, great arrangement, very much laid back, with a lot of feeling, without the show-off attitude of the shredder guys. The influence of Gary from Northern Ireland ist very remarkable.

Joe, I've seen you twice live and both times I was awestruck you only get better. Great song, excellent presentation!!

Such a masterpiece once again... Moved my spine in every way. How Joe can tell the tale by playing the way he does. Simply brilliant.

I’m so fortunate to have seen Joe B twice, in concert - Phoenix then The Red Rocks. Love his mastery & I’ve been a fan for 16 yrs. I’ve watched & listened to him grow. Love the man!!!

I remember back in early 90s seeing Joe as a kid on TV when he was opening for BB King at age 12. There was no doubt in my mind or BB's mind that he would be a legend in modern blues rock. He continues to get better and better. It's just a pleasure to witness his rise from all those years of hard work and dedication to his craft. SMOKIN' JOE!

Listening to Joe all day everyday Pandora at work. Can't listen to country that long or rock. Joes smooth great listening music

No band better than this. Stand up and take a bow Reese.

Such passion in your voice, they say the eyes are the window to the soul, the way you play this song you can feel each Note, Cordand word, such a true song also, what an amazing connection when close your eyes, you remember everything about this song, you have always played with such passion, now you see passion you have for and the love you have for your Guitar’s it shows in your body movement you put into your Guitar’s, I see how much you love each Guitar you have.💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛 This was actually for the video of prisoner

I guess if you're not going to play a country tune at the Ryman, then you can always wear a country jacket! Another Bonamassa genius performance!!

If I was gonna have a Bonamassa song played at my funeral, I’d go for his live version of Starship Trooper at the Ryman. Reese made it beautifully apocalyptic, and Joe brought it on home.

Hard for my heart, stings into pain, strong and sung in the most wonderful timbre of voice ! Really horny sung rarely….but the Joe , he can do it! Guitar 🎸 as always brilliant, arrangements highest level,dynamics, building the song first cream…… People…I’m dying !

I am so grateful to being turned on to this guy a couple of years ago what an incredible musical talent not just his playing but his vocals touches my soul listening to him

That was awesome! My goosebumps are bursting, and better yet he played Tommy Bolins Les Paul! Perfect, you’re the best Joe!

Beautiful Song 👍👏👏❤

Love his voice!!!

What a talent this man is!

In my opinion...this song and this version...is Joe's best.

Well - as we can hear - Joe Bonamasa makes that guitar TALK!

Thanks. Joe Team. I like those cardboard fans too . Excellent song and background girls and drum kit and guitars and lights!

❤ This concert should have been called ‘Now Serving the GREATEST BLUES ARTIST Live from the Ryman’❗️Joe’s in top form as always 👍

Great song and performance! Thank you Joe! 👍👏👑❤️

Absolutely phenomenal! Can’t stop watching

Wonderful talent. Joe just keeps getting better and better with each album.

My best friend of 30 years suggested Mr.Bonamassa to me last week. Man am I grateful and indebted to him for the rest of my life! How has he passed me by all these years I don't know. Incredible and plays that guitar like it's plugged into his heart. Perfection! *Edit - All the musicians he's played with that I've seen so far are also incredible!

What an awesome drums sound! The snare is like a gun shot, perfectly matched with the guitar. Very nice job! Joe is a monster!

ALWAYS A PERFECT PERFORMANCE !! JOE is the TOTAL DEFINITION of MUSICIAN ! ! ! ! ! ! I'm ALWAYS in AWE of HIS /the BAND's EXCELLENCE. MAKES ME PROUD TO HAVE SUCH AWESOME TASTE in MUSIC. THANKS JOE & the AWESOME Members of the BAND !!

I saw and heard Joe B for the first time on a public tv channel about 7-8 years ago. When he walked out on stage in a suit and tie wearing sun glasses he reminded me of a young Jack Nicholson. Well being a Jack Nicholson fan I decided to watch for a few minutes. When he began playing I was in awe and I've been a fan since. His writing talent and guitar skills are so good it's hard to find words to describe it. Awesome, unbelievable,mind blowing, badass awesome are a few. I like all of his songs and hope someday I can see him live in concert. I know he writes most of his lyrics but does anyone out there know if he excepts lyrics from fans and if so how could they be sent to him?

It's great to see Tommy Bolin's guitar being used to make awesome music again.

Yes. He can sing. With this covid stuff I haven't been to a concert in a while. I went to a G3 concert with Joe Satriani, John Pettruci, Phil Collen - that was awesome. Pettruci was awesome. Anyway, my G3 would be Bonamassa, Buckethead, and Joe Satrianti - that would be awesome.

Joe is the Led Zeppelin of our time. I know this because because I was a a zepplin fan in 1970.

JOE❤️ You are the best man ever, REALLY❤️ Stay safe be well and enjoy❤️😘🌹💕🕊

That was royal tea 🍵 👑

I hear myself listening to this song until the day I die.

Joe says he isn't cool . This is not true . On stage he is Mr. Blues McCool and a Legend in the making every note comes through so clearly . One day he will meet his true love 💖 . Then his songs will reflect his thoughts and feelings .

First time I’ve heard this it’s as awesome of all his his music and vocals. Swear he gets better with age. Just how many guitar solos can this man keep pulling off. Ludicrous ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

🎶🎵 J' A D O R E 👍👍👍

This song is so beautiful and sad; it makes me cry. I just love you and your music is beyond description. No one word can sum it up. I wear your t shirts 👕 and my heart ❤ is on my sleeve: for you and your music forever.💋you 🌹rosita xxx

This is the Joe Bonamassa song that I hear in my head more than any. It is exceptionally beautiful. It’s like crawling into a comfy bed after another day of…

I never tire listening tu this song amazing

JOE YOUR THE BEST, YOU HAVE A GIFT FROM GOD,.

💧 WOW! IF I SIT HERE LISTENING TO THIS BOTH ON THIS PHONE AND ON THE TV OVER AND OVER , TEARS COME DOWN MY EYES AND MY HEART HURTS AGAIN FROM LONG AGO!! I'M IN A BIG FAN FOR MANY YEARS AND I'M 63 SO IT'S BEEN MANY YEARS I'VE NEVER HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE YOU LIVE BUT I AM A BIG FAN BLESSINGS TO YOU AND TO ALL THAT YOU DO AND TO THE FEELINGS YOU BRING UP AND WE CAN TRY THEM AWAY AND THEN FEEL BETTER I ALWAYS FEEL BETTER AFTERWARDS AND THAT GETS HER SOLO TOWARDS THE END OH MY SWEET LORD I LOVE YOU SO JOE KEEP ON DOING WHAT YOU'RE DOING AND I PRAY TO GOD KEEPS GIVING YOU STRENGTHS ALONG THIS JOURNEY THAT IS SO HARD IT IS NOT AN EASY ROAD AND PAIN IS A PART AND MOST OF IT 💧💙😥

Великий мастер! Каждая композиция шедевр.

Absolutely bloody brilliant! Excellent! Soulful! Wonderful! Wish I had the words to describe how good and great it is!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Those Pink Floyd-esque backup vocals are key. Keep them.

Joe is a increible musician, yours song, touch my soul so deep, thank you so much !!!

Joe, you are the best in a new generation of classic rock, blues and possible, jazz. 🥰❤❤❤❤👍

Wow. The best songs in the world take you to a place of a heart space. This is one of those songs. Brilliant.

Avez-vous prévu de venir en France, Bordeaux est une belle ville et il y a du bon vin.....

I'm blown away 😎😎😎

Beautiful, just beautiful

Last solo ? Wow, joe is the best

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Another "Holy shit!" single note solo line from this guy. Go get 'em, Joey.

How that is so true. Thought up in things I thought was right was so wrong. I think God for the truth. Dam good song. Joe you are the best. Hope to see you in a few days ether in Nashville or Evansville .thank you for what you do .❤

Ao escutar Joe Bonamassa o estresse acaba se transformando em emoções inesqueciveis. Obrigado por existir JB!

Best guitarist in the world. My favorite player, every day better. Thank you for giving us your talent, hugs

Superb. Doesn’t get any better than this Tone and Timing. Wow🤗🎸🎶🎼💥

Талантище как владеет гитарой! Чувствует каждой клеточкой! Шикарно!!!

Look at the audience, There are just as stunned as I am!!

Brilliant in every regard!

🙏👏👏👏👍👍👍🤗🌎🎩 hello from Russia !!!

Блин когда Джое со своей командой будет в Хабаровске прям душа поёт да да да да

Thank you for caring about the world while it is still asleep. ❤️

It just takes a little Joe to snap you out of it...😉💖😊

Joe....................killin' it on stage, the whole band is phenomenal.

Just perfect. Joe, you are a legend. I can't say anything. I am so glad that listen to you.

Super 🙏✌️👌

Love that he is rocking the Tommy Bolin LP. Amazing playing

The best there is…..simple as that! Thanks Joe!

That submariner with that gibson its the perfect match..

And a commercial to interrupt the song over half way through. AWESOME 👌 Great song though.... would have been nice to hear the whole thing all the way through

I think this is your best sounding Gibson.