Jokerman Bob Dylan Cover by John Cruz | Playing For Change

Jokerman Bob Dylan Cover by John Cruz | Playing For Change | Live Outside

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We are happy to share a new video from our Live Outside series featuring John Cruz performing Bob Dylan's "Jokerman." Filmed on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawai'i, we hope this soulful rendition touches your heart as much as it did ours. Turn it up and let the music take you to a peaceful place.
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@thestewlaw 3 жыл бұрын

Even Dylan never sang Jokerman in such a Dylan-esque way. This isn't a cover, it 's pure HOMAGE. Bravisimo!

@thewesleygoo 2 жыл бұрын

You nailed it!!! 👏🏼👏🏼

@babssams87 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant 🌸

@kanethompson708 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@tgguru9267 2 жыл бұрын

I highly agree 💯

@tgguru9267 2 жыл бұрын

I've always loved these lyrics. This artist did it in such a way. Moving... ☝️❤️

@fabjen1961 Жыл бұрын

If folks think it's easy to be this captivating with just a guitar and your voice, just go ahead and try it. Magic like this is rare. This is just pure beauty and tribute.

@J0K3RJAKE Жыл бұрын

Touché 😉

@camplethargic8 Жыл бұрын

No one thinks this is easy though. But thanks for pointing out the obvious.

@DaveDexterMusic Жыл бұрын

I think it's easy if you're already able to sing and play. I can't sing, so it would be difficult. Was anyone actually here saying this was easy, or are you inventing people to be mad at?

@FlaschDJ 10 ай бұрын

@@DaveDexterMusic”inventing people to be mad at” - That’s funny. Weird as it seems, I think that happens.

@jonsunder183 10 ай бұрын

Enjoy the talent. Take compliments, even backhanded ones. Thank God musicians get on stage and get into the music like this. "Jokes on you"

@brandoncramer9012 Жыл бұрын

It's an honor to call John my friend. His talent has no limits, and if you've never seen him live, you're missin out. Aloha,

@danyellerobinson5940 Жыл бұрын

What John can do with a simple acoustic guitar and his voice is pure magic. More important, he is a beautiful soul.

@randallf.4646 Жыл бұрын

I was just in Honolulu and always check to see if he's playing within the islands. ....no luck yet.

@danyellerobinson5940 Жыл бұрын

@@randallf.4646 ... the only time I heard him play live music he was playing bass in XIT. I heard he'll be touring on the mainland this summer. Visit his website.

@randallf.4646 Жыл бұрын

@@danyellerobinson5940 I will! Thank you!

@brandoncramer9012 Жыл бұрын

@@randallf.4646 he just played the M.A.C.C . Opened for Bonnie Raitt.

@RobAnderson151 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't think anyone but Bob could do justice to this song. I was wrong. Excellent version!

@fefacolorado Жыл бұрын

Please, listen to this version: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6ePa9qlrJyWdH0.html

@romersonclaudioguimaraesde2373 8 ай бұрын

Assista Caetano Veloso cantando Jokerman, tem no KZfaq, depois me diga se gostou!!!

@nicolasrea2185 4 жыл бұрын

Thank god I am a human and can listen to this and appreciate it. I love life so much

@ryanowns5 3 жыл бұрын

Keep on lovin brother, dont let age take away your childhood. We're all children inside.

@dmcolemanmarc647 2 жыл бұрын

Combination of this amazing cover and your comment just ended me man, chopped onions everywhere. I LOVE LIFE TOO.

@loiep 3 жыл бұрын

I listen to this at least once a week. Sometimes more. This is the greatest cover of one of my favorite songs of all time. He’s covering Dylan and he’s covering Knopfler and doing it his own way...AMAZING. John Cruz you are a STAR.

@rayoconnor8038 10 күн бұрын

Still playing this cant leave it alone I have 9 grand children and 2 great children this is the best cover I have ever heard I will pass this amazing piece of music on to my beutiful grand children what did you started Dylan you are a one off and John you must have made him proud man you nailed it.

@ronmann802 3 жыл бұрын

What a talent. A hidden gem of a musician...

@issyjas3309 3 жыл бұрын

For all Bob Dylan non fans, one listen of this will change your mind. A born poet

@timkilburn687 3 жыл бұрын

John I knew your dad Ernie, he was a friend. You sound and look like him. He would be proud.

@robertsnearly3823 3 жыл бұрын

The world is smaller than we can know. Yet, too big at times. It depends on what you're looking for. 😊

@seanwelsh2857 Жыл бұрын

One of Dylan's most under appreciated masterpieces played with true talent. I think this new generation needs more Dylan exposior.

@johnphelan6623 4 жыл бұрын

I've been gigging this song for more than 25 years. This is absolutely and undoubtedly the finest version that's ever entered my ears. 💙💙💙💙

@alexanderkartun-giles5961 4 жыл бұрын

John Phelan i like the way he says joker man. Like it means something different than intended.

@alexanderkartun-giles5961 4 жыл бұрын

The joker man is a woman in his life who isn’t responding emotionally, and he doesn’t know why. Which is sad because of all the complexity of the song, the problem is simple, which makes you think about all the sad complexity of life and it’s simple goals

@regand7830 4 жыл бұрын

Sometimes the greatest music, is the purest. No big production, nor big orchestra...this is brilliant.

@andrezinhoblackalien 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! !

@sharona4274 4 жыл бұрын

Especially this artists work. Agree

@1967MET 3 жыл бұрын

1 guitar, 10 fingers, 1 voice, big soul... What else?

@davorinflis3825 3 жыл бұрын

What can I say? Except that I fully agree with you!

@mst7155 3 жыл бұрын

To Mr Regan D :absolutely right!

@sera3050 4 жыл бұрын

May Bob Dylan feel some of the honor we feel hearing his song spoken so clearly into our souls

@markmarsh27 4 жыл бұрын

well said Sera. ... I think Jokerman is Dylan's greatest song.

@guidomf 4 жыл бұрын

Blind willie mctell is one of the best songs ever. It will be perfect for playing for change

@torvilasulvstle362 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, he does!!

@simonleslie3607 4 жыл бұрын

He sings it like it’s his. Quite unbelievable 👏👏

@carlhannen1769 4 жыл бұрын

It isn't easy to cover Dylan but you did it brilliantly :)

@myearsloveit 4 жыл бұрын

@@carlhannen1769 I concur

@daveowens 4 жыл бұрын

The form of a true artist - genuine interpretation.

@diegostinghel9794 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing cover ! thanks !😍😍 I think has been wrote for your voice ! good job !👍👍👍👍👍

@christyellis263 4 жыл бұрын

I love everything about the song , have played it 50 times . Incredible artist .

@supermash1 Ай бұрын

This song on it's own shows why Bob won the Nobel prize in literature.

@_-en-truh-pee4964 4 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely incredible. It needed to be displayed alone for what is accomplished here is of no small feat. Those clamoring for global representation do not appreciate what this man has done. Very few can reproduce a Dylan tune. Those who have, have become legends in their own right. Much respect John.

@danielkokal8819 4 жыл бұрын

not many credible covers of Dylan songs.... The Byrds, Hendrix ... they both eclipsed the original, Dylan himself said "Watchtower" wasnt really a song til Hendrix covered it. Jokerman is poetic gold. He does a credible job here, but doesnt eclipse the original. well done tho.

@myearsloveit 4 жыл бұрын

Yup. Respect.

@myearsloveit 4 жыл бұрын

@@danielkokal8819 don't feel he was after an "eclipse" tho... Jus do'in HIS thing.

@danielkokal8819 4 жыл бұрын

@@myearsloveit agree.... just knockin one out. I do the same myself.

@_-en-truh-pee4964 4 жыл бұрын

Daniel Kokal he has the one trait that is most important and can’t be taught. Believability

@popbop_ 2 жыл бұрын

1000 times, and everytime directly in my heart ♥

@ryansim7818 4 жыл бұрын

This song is good. This song is hard to cover. John Cruz nails both the song and the essence making this a near perfect cover...and one of the best Dylan covers out there. Bravo.

@mathewgladstone1713 10 ай бұрын

THE best Dylan cover I have ever heard. Chris Whitley comes close.

@pleasetakemyadvice 4 жыл бұрын

Bob Dylan songs are rough diamonds. So much beauty that so many artists can discover.

@mikegrand4181 4 жыл бұрын

All the times I walk past that spot in the park. I can't believe John Cruz was just out there playing. The funny thing is, I would have stopped to listen but not recognized him with short hair. Just another masterpiece for free on youtube. Great time to be alive! Mahalo John.

@davesmith7363 4 жыл бұрын

That was THE MOST emotionally expressive cover of one of MY favourite Dylan tracks - STUNNING MY FRIEND - THANK YOU!!

@shimidt77 4 жыл бұрын

Check this version performed by Brazilian artist Caetano Veloso kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g5Z2adBisM7dnGw.html Its mind blowing

@Gr8Layks 4 жыл бұрын

@@shimidt77 Blocked. But this one works: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/id-Rot1e3LLdj40.html Definitely a different interpretation!

@fefacolorado Жыл бұрын

Try this one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d6ePa9qlrJyWdH0.html

@langeboriskogen 3 ай бұрын

I'll never tire of listening to this

@ergbudster3333 10 ай бұрын

This is what it was like for us in the early 60s during the Folk Music boom. Simple.. straight forward.. and cutting right to the heart.

@rosaconnolly7345 3 жыл бұрын

I've lost count of the number of times I've returned to listen to this masterpiece, simply superb, Thank You John and hope you are keeping well

@TheSamoht67 4 жыл бұрын

As a lifelong Dylan fan I love the hell out of this, huge talent, Thank You

@Bozo1360 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I clicked on this.

@cpalmedo 3 жыл бұрын

Dylan would have to be proud to hear this

@RajivChopra 2 жыл бұрын

I love this version. It is so damned emotional. It's perfect

@highlandhousestudio6638 3 жыл бұрын

John Cruz is the best!

@plm8550 4 жыл бұрын

A Dylan classic done very well.

@markalexander4641 4 жыл бұрын

Truth and beauty. The tears see my eyes but they flow from my soul. None done better, John Cruz!

@CthuluRisin Жыл бұрын

When I put this on I didn't expect to have tears in my eyes by the end. Simply incredible.

@michaelhehir8116 Ай бұрын

That’s odd. You may be prone to over sensitivity.

@paulmckean3960 4 жыл бұрын

I am a 60 year old Brit, love it,,,

@chaipod 2 жыл бұрын

How the way you play n sing this song is a blessing to people who have hear u sing. Your punches in Dylan's caustic wordings hit so hard to the heart n soul. U didn't nailed brother, its yours, thanks.

@hugsyhughes5257 Жыл бұрын

This is quite possibly the best cover of any song ever done.... even Bob would agree it bests his

@michaelhehir8116 Ай бұрын

Excellent version but nobody does Dylan like Dylan.

@beaux7130 4 жыл бұрын

Mr. John Cruz, Thank You so very much for Your magical interpatation of this Dylan tune. I have watched and listened to Your performance and have yet to figure out exactly what you have up Your sleeve. Beyond Magicical. Regardless what life may be throwing at me I but this on and nothing else exists. I am so excited to hear more. Again Thank You Sir.

@GlenRwodzi97 3 жыл бұрын

This video will last for centuries; it’s so real and genuinely beautiful

@johnsalmon119 3 жыл бұрын

Wow and again wow.. Brilliant absolutely brilliant Brilliant absolutely beautiful Blew me away.

@joanalemany2298 3 жыл бұрын

Very very beatiful. It goes deep in me. Thank you John Cruz! And thank you Bob Dylan too. This cover is superb

@eddieavakian 4 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful. Thank you John Cruz and Playing for Change. You do music right.

@wulfy1742 2 жыл бұрын

I tip my hat to this performer. He just lived the story and shared it with us.

@sometimealias2364 Жыл бұрын

Reading the lines of his face, such emotive expression and sound, this kid will go far.

@yyaa2539 3 жыл бұрын

...and the trees in the background...what can I say...wonderful

@BillMcGaughy 3 жыл бұрын

Cruz does such justice to the lyrics of this incredible song. Dylan is a dream twister.

@kevinlortie1114 3 жыл бұрын

Cruz understands and feels more than just the music in this cover. Well done.

@alanhartford4653 2 жыл бұрын

This is an outstanding work in and of itself. Dylan created it but John brings it to life. I listen to this so often I have lost count. Mahalo John Cruz.

@sonnyboybluesharpfargo8705 3 жыл бұрын

One of my favorites..often covered...rarely mastered, even by Bob. My hats off to you John!

@rayoconnor8038 3 жыл бұрын

Wow watched this so many times played from the soul you are a credit to anyone that has ever picked up a guitar thank you man for your wonderful music.

@kathidori8504 4 жыл бұрын

John Cruz, I believe you every word and tune you sing. I love it.

@yareed4171 3 жыл бұрын

Play every day still tha coolest man

@brucecarpenter8640 Жыл бұрын

This is really special

@1992leone 3 жыл бұрын

One of Bob's best on an 80s over produced album and song. The acoustic version does the song justice. Great job!

@kevpeanut2010 4 жыл бұрын

No words other than......magnificent 👏

@bilbobaggins3333 3 жыл бұрын

Performed with a steely-confidence. Powerful, clear vocals. Just fantastic.

@1Ma9iN8tive 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve played guitar for 35 years. This song has been one of my favourite to sing whether I’m on my own or entertaining in small parties ... this is a jewel of a cover.

@Chapali9a 4 жыл бұрын

What a sublime rendition of great song. So much soul in the performance. Thank you for sharing this with us.

@susanflanagan9159 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful cover of this great Bob Dylan song

@TheSamoht67 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Susan, came back to hear this wonderful cover and saw your name, have a great weekend 😎

@susanflanagan9159 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSamoht67 Hi Tom

@patrick1597 2 жыл бұрын

Oh boy... got to love this voice, this sould, this music...

@Lisahickerson 4 жыл бұрын

I heard this 15 minutes after it posted. Oh man what a treat! I too, have a crooked smile, and I too am hawaiian, lastly I too, have that tangible sorrow in my eyes....I play this every morning-then I suit up and walk it off like a man does-thank you Mr. Cruz....

@ernestowenth1450 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Love Bob Dylan, love this version. Beautiful!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️🎵🎶✌🏻

@lgabdo 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful version of a forgotten classic. Thank you 👏👏👏👏👏

@andrewsbex1503 Жыл бұрын

I can listen to this guy for hours

@mattlennon7628 Жыл бұрын

This runs from the heart.

@petercordwell2258 3 жыл бұрын

Utterly beautiful. Bobby must love it.

@ChrisB-bi6qc 4 жыл бұрын

this is the greatest thing I've seen / heard on youtube this year!!!!

@johne1977 3 жыл бұрын

FLAWLESS VICTORY !

@harveythompson1756 4 ай бұрын

..probably the best ever cover of a top Bob song.

@motorcop505 4 жыл бұрын

"Jokerman" is one of Bob Dylan's least known, most beautiful, best written, and most difficult songs to sing. John Cruz’s version is positively superb. Thank you! PS - John looks like the embodiment of Hawaiian tikis.

@danielcrescenzo354 4 жыл бұрын

Like Lono, but a little Ku when the brow furrows.

@luatala8008 4 жыл бұрын

completely false, "...one of Bob Dylan's least known"...if anything its one of his most well known songs especially among non-Dylan fans or listeners... I like John's voice a lot but don't like this version...seem hes just singing the words as the tempo seems a tad too fast.

@littlehorhey5285 4 жыл бұрын

Baba Yaga c’mon, this version is serene!

@yugennationlove 4 жыл бұрын

I agree awsome!

@subg8858 4 жыл бұрын

If you don't keep the song propelling forward it can drag. That is precisely why this a great performance

@vidarlarsen748 4 жыл бұрын

To me, this is probably the strongest lyrics Bob has ever written. This is a fantastic cover of Jokerman. You know, John Cruz reminds me of one of my all time greatest heroes, Rick Danko. He is as soulful as Rick, was.. That's the best compliment I can give a person,I think.. . .

@billypilgrim7838 4 жыл бұрын

Vidar Larsen it's alright ma

@holboroman 4 жыл бұрын

@Jasper Newcomb No limit....

@SportyOtterPop 4 жыл бұрын

But Danko also had such an endearing puppy-like quality, many live moments. Pure joy showing at what he was doing

@26dspoffleandspit67 4 жыл бұрын

His catalog is a gallery of masterpieces. I could never compare songs.

@celineloveslight2085 4 жыл бұрын

But.........if i could press that like button a million times...i would...TRUTH MAHALO John ..you are my sunshine lately..Charisma gallore of love.....and Playing for change, Merci beaucoup...Marc Johnson, you are a love genius

@marytorres4843 3 жыл бұрын

John cruz is a good singer! Bravo mr. Cruz 👏👍

@demianmachado9043 4 жыл бұрын

Bob should hear this version...

@TheFinnmacool 3 жыл бұрын

Bob hears everything silly goose.

@donaldcampbell8997 4 жыл бұрын

This is a superb rendition, did not think it was possible. Thankyou.

@uschimyers 3 жыл бұрын

Came across this by accident. Fabulous version of one of my favorite Dylan songs! Who are the assholes who gave it thumbs down! Thanks John Cruz! Love all your songs. ❤️

@mohammadnazimuddin9320 Жыл бұрын

Look Bob...He did it!!❤

@jorgejohnson451 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed it even more the second time. I’m a huge Dylan fan so the bar is pretty high and I do believe John Cruz cleared it. There’s so much passion in this rendition. It speaks to a sparse apocalyptic desperation. He’s the last man on earth crying out.

@mercedesdep 4 жыл бұрын

This is so beautifully done. Thank you so much for sharing! 🤍🤍🤍

@juliomoraes8165 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, John Cruz. Thank you so much!

@newspapertaxis1 5 ай бұрын

Wow!!!!! Bob should hear this!!! Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Gooooooooooood........

@danielcrescenzo354 4 жыл бұрын

This guy always finds a way to reach in to my soul and feel where he's coming from.

@codjh9 4 жыл бұрын

I had never heard of John Cruz 'til I watched Playing For Change's "The Weight". He does a helluva job here.

@MeMuppet444 2 ай бұрын

This is the best of KZfaq , wonderful.

@markmcbain5282 2 жыл бұрын

This has always been my favourite Dylan songs and one of my all time favourties. John Cruz is awesome on this. Crushed it!!

@samweller3080 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely the best version I've ever listened to. Arguably the best - period. John Cruz is a treasure.

@richardedmunds7307 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! My favorite Dylan song. Love John Cruz! I was fortunate to see him at sushi and blues in Hanalei with my two daughters and beautiful wife. What an amazing singer song writer. Bought the CD and know every word to all of his songs on it. Favorite John Cruz song is Island Style.

@Louis.Kane_Music 4 жыл бұрын

WONDERFUL!... Soul... simply as it is...

@williampeterman5048 3 жыл бұрын

Goosebumps.....that's all I got.

@maouni-bilel 4 жыл бұрын

Always amazing and peaceful to see one song played by many artists

@ronaldpetrin5823 4 жыл бұрын

With Heart and Soul expresses Dylans timeless thoughts of the Joker Man you know who they are. Nicely done John.

@tonyd7601 3 жыл бұрын

Mr Cruz owns this song.

@idrissrechidi6156 3 ай бұрын

Quelle tres belle version de Jokerman What a beautiful version of Jokerman

@PlayingForChange 3 ай бұрын

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@johnc1975 4 жыл бұрын

First time I heard this guy was Playing For Change, The Weight, I like him.

@jjjebbit 4 жыл бұрын

The finest song Bob Dylan wrote in the 1980s decade and one of his greatest ever. A crackling version by John Cruz here - already among my all-time favourite Dylan covers. This is why Dylan got the Lit Nobel; no one before him (and not many after him) took or have taken syncopated words to this kind of a place before, in terms of feeling, not meaning.

@dianesorensen2549 4 жыл бұрын

Jaideep Varma well said.

@linjicakonikon7666 3 жыл бұрын

Not the best. Every Grain of Sand and Blind Willie McTell I rate above this fine song.

@user-zk6qf1zr7q 3 сағат бұрын

Thank you, John Cruz, for this excellent cover of this Dylan song off of one of his better albums. Keep on keeping on.

@simjtuder2531 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, bravo John Cruz!

@TheSamoht67 3 жыл бұрын

I've lost count of the number of times I've come back to hear this masterpiece, hope you're keeping well John in these difficult times, greetings from Ireland.