Clifton Hicks - Crying Shame

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3 жыл бұрын

I composed this song in 2004 after learning that my best friend had been killed in Ramadi, Iraq. "Dennis J. Miller, 21, was killed Wednesday in Ramadi when a rocket propelled grenade hit his M1A1 Abrams tank, the Pentagon said."
When I was a child my momma used to say
Don't you ever let them see you run away,
I tried to obey the words she said that day
But now I'm running and I just can't get away.
My father drifted away my mother's dead and gone
My sister died of shame my brother never came home,
I've been running so long I just can't run no more
Lord I've been running since the day that I was born.
I know that thieves can steal I know that liars can lie
I guess that I'll be a fool until the day I die,
I've seen more hard times than I would care to count
I know that nobody knows you when you're down and out.
Lord I never thought that I would live this long
And I never thought that I would be this strong,
I hear the voice of an angel singing my last song
Lord I never thought that I would live this long.
#banjo #folkmusic #bluesmusic #acousticmusic #veterans

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@sp00kyd00ks 24 күн бұрын

My wife and I are Ozark nobodies who have been scuffed by the world in every single way. Please keep making music, we can't find anything that hits us like this.

@ArkRed1 3 жыл бұрын

As a Vietnam vet, may I offer deepest condolences. I saw it happen everyday. Never got used to it.

@gigantor803 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service and welcome home.

@hplovehandle 3 жыл бұрын

@@gigantor803 the rich start the wars and the poor die in them

@austin72 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u for your service brother

@792slayer 2 жыл бұрын

No reason to get used to it, brother. I know you guys had a hell of a time over there and caught shit coming home. It's late but welcome home soldier. I appreciate what you did.

@Swede-from-the-north Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service.

@blainechappell5383 3 жыл бұрын

Wow man. This has the soul of the old folk songs you've taught. Being an original? This is pretty special

@shiftygoose7230 3 жыл бұрын

i didnt know that was original, wow is right. I thought It was old timey.

@792slayer 3 жыл бұрын

Man, I've been blue collar since I was 16. Now almost 36, and I feel this one in every creaking bone, brother.

@junkman6492 3 жыл бұрын

Clifton, It feels like your music just opens up a window to the Old America of 100 years ago. It feels good. Thank you.

@maguslor3290 3 жыл бұрын

This boy got the Holy Spirit in him bubblin up all old fashion like

@respincycle2582 Жыл бұрын

I love the covers don’t get me wrong, but you should write more. This is an Incredible song.

@jeffjanes8169 3 жыл бұрын

Tunes like this ya should be able to hit da thumbs up every day 🤘👍

@TylerGrey21 3 жыл бұрын

hey man. I have this video saved on my phone on an old r/army subreddit. I go back a few times a month and watch it. This song means a lot to me. I just got out of service, and I did four years as an infantryman at Fort Myer, better known as Arlington National Cemetery. I personally buried a few really really good friends of mine that I had made during service. It was as simple as his unit was deployable, mine wasn’t. I beat the hell out of myself every time I think of it. I felt guilty, that I’d give anything to switch places. This wonderful piece you composed gives me a sense of peace, as if myself, and all of my now deceased battle buddies are sitting around a campfire and bullshitting like the good days. I miss those men. I know we’re strangers to one another, but thank you for this song. It really makes me feel better.

@seaglass1111 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I was in those Appalachian mountains with you 😞 lovely song.

@toadeepants 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for...your service...for your strength...for your brilliance, Clifton.

@bobconnor1210 2 жыл бұрын

This is what is properly known as Old Time Country Music. Many the melodies, and at times the lyrics, came straight from Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales and one doesn’t have to listen to the folk music from those parts for very long before you have to say; “Dang, that sounds familiar!” Subscribed because..damn, you’re good.

@z_dog7739 3 жыл бұрын

Sitting here listening on the back of a Railroad Caboose backing into a mine , never felt so connected with these Mountains around me

@jaymeanderson5121 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like I have heard this song since I was a child. True Art.

@RavenRaven-se6lr 3 жыл бұрын

Reckon the man in black would be happy with that song. Thanks Clifton . God bless

@dreadassembly4087 Жыл бұрын

Something ghostly about this music. Sad yet comforting.

@davidbrennan2207 3 жыл бұрын

Well ,what can I say fantastic keep them coming many thanks from Dave Kent coast UK be lucky

@totallynottheone3981 Жыл бұрын

I always come around to this, I'm not seen as the target audience for this sort of music. I'm just some twenty year old alt chick who stumbled upon this by a friend. But something about this speaks to me idk

@tastefullyvegan739 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely need a lesson on this, really love this one Clifton

@CliftonHicksbanjo 3 жыл бұрын

It's comin!

@charliehubbard1400 3 жыл бұрын

I just keep scrollin an listenin and maybe think alittle bit to. I enjoy your pickin greatly and the memories you bring back doesn't niether. PEACE OUT Mr. Hicks

@sandrabolzmann4947 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know what to say...best song (cover) for me in the last years...

@jeffjanes8169 3 жыл бұрын

Man i like lots of music....n listened to lots over my years..... this tune is my favorite👍🤘

@EndingTimes0 3 жыл бұрын

Youre easily my favorite banjo player.. Every song sounds great.

@maineguitarists Жыл бұрын

I stumbled upon an old banjo, decided to give it a try. Found Clifton Hicks site and haven't put it down since. Thanks Clifton for your inspiration and talented playing and singing. Thank you God for steering me in the right direction! MT

@brendanjordan1521 3 жыл бұрын

You my friend have a beautiful gift ......and a new fan from the UK.

@KittSpiken 9 күн бұрын

All these years later; it still cuts bone deep.

@frankdexter1110 3 жыл бұрын

Uh this hit my heart. Amazing picking and singing brother

@joseph2832 3 жыл бұрын

Lyrics make me want to cry. You are very talented. Thank you for everything.

@Goatfellas780 3 жыл бұрын

the banjo, the voice. man has it all in heaps and volume.

@robertjeffrey5560 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service Mr. Hicks, very powerful song.

@andrewmcdougall9298 3 жыл бұрын

Original blues, soul, gospel...

@julesepee3810 Жыл бұрын

Clifton Hicks thank you very much for sharing this awesome american song

@blake911 3 жыл бұрын

the emotion put into this song is incredible

@danacombs8009 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you..for k÷ping the old traditional.bluegrass going...I love ur alter ego as well..I love dark bluegrass..grew up in the hills of Kentucky so its in my blood....I'm so happy I found your page. Pick on Clifton.

@xmm-ud1dj 3 жыл бұрын

"Nobody knows you when you're down and out" Classically True !!!!! And that's how people happen !!!! Well done sir I've always liked music bluegrass and banjo always takes me home !!!!

@samuellangley1162 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, I listen to you play these songs every day and it helps me. Thank you so much for what you do man.

@steveng8251 Жыл бұрын

I do come back to all of your songs often and randomly push them on my friends.. It helps me deal with my NDEs and cope with the loss of those who should not have passed before me. Thank you sir.

@IONLYKNOWMOVESTHATKILLPEOPLE 3 жыл бұрын

Holy hell this one captures such a somber nihilistic suffering that's so hard to capture. Thank you for this one friend, I can't wait to learn it.

@michaelharvey5138 3 жыл бұрын

Another great song, beautiful playing ...

@coinslotsandjoysticks2572 3 жыл бұрын

Glad someone else is picking like the old guys used to like I do

@kale6467 2 жыл бұрын

Blessed be this song. Helping me getting through rough times

@orobertson58 2 жыл бұрын

This is a beautiful song, Clifton. Knowing the meaning behind it's composition has my eyes all misty. God bless you, man.

@sheriwatson9277 3 жыл бұрын

In the deep recesses of the KZfaq algorithm I landed here 🙂 Simply beautiful 🔊 🎶 💙 🎶 Thank you sir for your service to our country and this awesome music 😎🤙#NewFanHere

@jordanhicks5131 3 жыл бұрын

More I listen the more I love your sound brother! Keep it coming!

@joylynne8 Жыл бұрын

Now, this is the kind of music that I want to learn to play.

@dannymarrone5221 3 жыл бұрын

There's so much soul in this song... Found my new favorite artist

@DanDavisDavisContracting 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother your stuff just hit me right in the soul 🤘🤘🤘

@Palmetto705 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the songs you sing. They touch my soul.

@j.h.holliday5748 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Clifton for bringing this music back to the common people. All I could imagine & more.

@mightywhitey5974 3 жыл бұрын

Can't stop playing this song myself for pleasure! Thank you for doing what you do, Clifton.

@dmildrum91 3 жыл бұрын

Damn that was beautiful. You did your friend proud cause this song should go down in history. Made me think of my lost ones. This song helps me accept they are gone, an many thanks for this song

@gregorysutherland5142 3 жыл бұрын

As someone struggling with PTSD shit, this really connected with me. Thank you, brother

@kennethmassie860 3 жыл бұрын

Proud to be a Mountaineer and grow up with music like this and people who understand what music like this means and how special it is! Keep it up man.

@raygun1958 3 жыл бұрын

RIP PFC Dennis J. Miller. Thank you for your service Clifton, from a new fan.

@travisdittman480 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome sir! Thank you

@soulstripper3305 3 жыл бұрын

Man I love this song great job

@MrHenreee 3 жыл бұрын

Your singing gets me through darkness and hopelessness. Thank you for everything you've given us. Thanks for filling my heart in these troubling times.

@OneHarp 3 жыл бұрын

Clif, this has long been one of my favorite songs of yours. Glad to see you doing it again. It's such deep blues. Makes me want to blow some harp over it...

@nicklangeland2892 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely first class!

@JB-ni8lr 2 жыл бұрын

This strikes every chord of my heart. You play them strings like and hit those notes with a spirit I have seldom found. I really appreciate all you do. Gets me through the day.

@ianlaughlin9281 3 жыл бұрын

Your voice has gotten so good over the years. You got a Doc Watson meets Dock Boggs kinda thing going on.

@jameyisrael9473 3 жыл бұрын

This dude is frickin awesome

@PawansUkulele 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful composition both lyrically and melodically. The bluesy riff is simple, catchy, and creates a dramatic tension that perfectly accompanies and enhances the haunting lyrics. Your videos inspired me to purchase my first banjo and I hope to start learning two-finger Old Time style ASAP. I look forward to every video. Thanks, Clifton!

@brentanllewellyn3898 2 жыл бұрын

Been listening to Alot ov ya stuff latley brother. This might be my favorite. Sending you good vibes from thee land down under.

@generationfallout5189 Жыл бұрын

Nice work brother. Songs like this help me keep moving. Thanks.

@DanDDirges 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant original folk song! Sorry to hear your friend died in war!

@Woodwalker219 2 жыл бұрын

Your music is awesome!! Thankyou

@jefferyporter1434 3 жыл бұрын

i'd push that like button a million times if i could.

@kylebushey4590 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, one of my new favorites by you

@davidregian199 3 жыл бұрын

📢🔉🔉🔉I love it man is A bad ass song song

@ronaldwellman4046 3 жыл бұрын

Great picking. Song reminds me of my childhood listening to the " old timers" Thank you

@johngunn7087 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for uploading this song and, more importantly, thank you for your and Dennis Miller's service and sacrifice.

@lachlannmullin 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favourites, the story behind this truly is tragic.

@jeremyreagan9085 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful song Clifton.

@dominoautonomy4750 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic

@nulsh331 3 жыл бұрын

Love this!

@craigcarlock5799 3 жыл бұрын

A beautiful and emotive expression of your loss. This is art, plain and simple. Very powerful and moving. Thank you for sharing this.

@rymanjones3 3 ай бұрын

huge props for the Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out reference. great song

@TOOTSWEET61 3 жыл бұрын

Love this, play it over and over.

@minameisguy 3 жыл бұрын

How do you continually capture my life and soul in these songs, but it both lightens and dampens my mind, and I'm in absolute owe

@independentthinker8930 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, real music about real times. Just found you and subes

@fasted8468 Жыл бұрын

First time i heard this song was the day before my best friend died. Literally a ufc fighter. He never learned to run away and it killed him. Such things happen. "Wherever you may be, Suppose little Mary Phagan Belonged to you or me. Now little Mary's mother She weeps and mourns all day, Praying to meet little Mary In a better world some day. Now little Mary's in Heaven, Leo Frank's in jail, Waiting for the day to come When he can tell his tale. Frank will be astonished When the angels come to say, "You killed little Mary Phagan; It was on one holiday." Judge he passed the sentence, Then he reared back; If he hang Leo Frank, It won't bring little Mary back. Frank he's got little children, And they will want for bread; Look up at their papa's picture, Say, "Now my papa's dead." Judge he passed the sentence He reared back in his chair; He will hang Leo Frank, And give the negro a year. Next time he passed the sentence, You bet, he passed it well; Well, Solister H. M. Sent Leo Frank to hell.

@fasted8468 Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to read this while I heard you. Thansk

@sivear1 Жыл бұрын

Leo Frank's lynching site lies across the street from a Waffle House not ten yards from an overpass. Kind of surreal to think a place where such hate occured now lies in just "more city" if that makes any sense.

@rmiller2179 3 жыл бұрын

Granny Theresa Mueller of Zell/St Genevieve, MO , right on the Mississipppi , said "In this poor world there's no rest for the weary and the wicked never sleep." :( Granny lived 103 years.

@Ultra_Fine_Point 3 ай бұрын

Amazing voice!! Appalachia FOREVER, Brother!!

@jameswren2612 3 жыл бұрын

Love this tune. Sounds so traditional. That's some beautiful tone you get from your banjos

@froggiechar 2 жыл бұрын

Clifton, that was such a wonderful tribute to your good friend! This truly was special, and I thank you for this beautiful tribute! God bless, Charles

@jeffjanes8169 3 жыл бұрын

Clifton more tunes like this n more leatherstocking please🤘👍

@d-3five161 3 жыл бұрын

Such talent. I enjoyed listening and watching you play

@sandyarthur1962 3 жыл бұрын

We miss those days please keep reminding us...

@sir.preciliano4739 3 жыл бұрын

This was amazing Clifton! I am absolutely blown away

@BBoardman81 3 жыл бұрын

I can't stop listening. Can we get a whole album like this? It's amazing!!!

@tripleb7351 2 жыл бұрын

This is soooo good! Thanks for creating!

@willjones5907 3 жыл бұрын

I didnt know how much I need ed this song til now

@m.u.korkmaz3091 3 жыл бұрын

Great song! always thankful...

@thomashumphries3519 3 жыл бұрын

Keep on playing man...ill grab another beer!

@thomashumphries3519 3 жыл бұрын

And a joint

@thomashumphries3519 3 жыл бұрын

Another day, another beer... however this song...by golly, it hits me differently every time..

@yippiekiyaytwofortyseven7005 3 жыл бұрын

not a single dislike, subscribed

@questioneverything2488 3 жыл бұрын

Love this song, many, many thanks , GREAT! 😁🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🎂

@lornebain3831 Жыл бұрын

Two thumbs up...

@rreinierr4175 3 жыл бұрын

Goddamn, this is up there with those old Dock Boggs recordings, a new true folk song

@andrewecology 3 жыл бұрын

Needed during a dark time, nothing but great work Clifton

@davidpeterson4736 2 жыл бұрын

Very Well done prob the best I have heard vocally. Love your videos man. Sean,