these new generations will never understand being simple. can you imagine a time without cell phones? a time when kids played in the streets and rode bikes? a time when we could walk barefoot into the store to get a bottle of soda? playing outside until dark and hanging out at the pool all day! those days are gone forever.

3 chords, talent, passion. Kicks 99.9% of todays music's ass.

Being "simple" in not to be confused with being empty, or not complex. It means to bring yourself down to earth. Life is messy and hard as hell, but keep calmness within yourself, don't get too stressed, don't get overwhelmed. Keep it simple. Let yourself be relaxed. 🤟

...and don't forget son, there is Someone up above 🙏🏼☀️

The lyrics of this song should be your guide to life. Especially when your young. Don't live to fast.

No matter who does vocals. Skynyrd sound never dies

Seeing Gary and Ed playing together gives me chills

This made my day still. 2024

My son Larry passed 47 and this was our song.god I miss my baby boy

Wonderful music of the three decades.. great songs, still sing along. Great memories of my lifetime of joys, happy times, some tears. It's been a wonderful ride so far.. hope it brings memories to each and all of you.. I love it!!Best wishes to all.

what's the best Lynyrd Skynyrd song? every damn one. Roll Tide!

a timeless Masterpiece....right?

Ronnie , Steve and Cassie. RIP you'll never be forgotten

one of the greatest songs of our time

My only child, a son born in 1974; I was a huge fan of this group and this song spoke to my heart; my son is now 48, loves guitar & appreciates their music, with this song remaining our own; thanks for all the memories

End dueling guitar solo with a flame top Fat Strat and a Les Paul… the very definition of classic Southern rock.

My dog died 784 days after this concert. RIP in peace Spike.

One of the greatest songs of all time! RIP Gary. Thanks for the inspiration

Long live Lynyrd Skynyrd!

Last night I watched the Pandemic concert that was broadcast on TV. Current music doesn't cut it. Every song sucked. This is real music.

I wish today's music was even half this awesome.

This song goes out to my son Carl Smith and my grandson Nash I love you both so much I am very proud of you both 😙💕😘 momma nana

I think this is the saddest I've ever been when somebody died that I never met. I love you Gary RIP. I still get sad when I think of Allen though.

Johnnie has a gorgeous voice , and sings this very much like Ronnie , and you can tell he gives all he has when he sings this song, he is missing his brother and other band members here, and so is the rest of the band but their hearts kept on being Skynyrd, damn good song!

In the deepest feeling in my heart goes out to you all 💔,incredible music

Im from Russia and was listen this group first time about year ago. God , its best of the best of this style and this time , a i want to cry ,when i understand lyrics. Too strong life of group , too much bad situations and dies. My heart with you ! Rip to Ronnie, Brother and sister Gains , Collins , Pauwel and others

I'm so thankful for my dad and mom for haven such awsome taste in music, and putting it in my eyes and start to my hart. I love you dad rest in peace.

"Take your time, don't live too fast" gets me every time, life is not a rehearsal so enjoy it ☮️➕❤️ to all

Awww man the best from the heart rock of our century

Originally released in 1973. Can’t get any better! Still has the same feeling 48 years later! 🤟🤟🤟

One my favorite bands always will be, loved Ronnie and the way Johnny stepped in for Ronnie and continued the greatness.

I dedicated this Song to my Son at his Graduation Party. He teared up as well as others. Perfect song for the occasion!!

Awesomeness 😢 wonderful. Always has been, always will be. Texas proud.

One of the greatest songs of all time !

Johnnie has a most gorgeous rockin' voice, God this is a great song! All Skynyrd songs are great, it's a bad assed band, I HOPE & PRAY your children and children's children continue this band's legacy and torch !!! Rock on Skynyrd!!

Simple Man is one of my most favorite songs by Lynyrd Skynyrd. So many memories growing up listening to this band and their music. So many Loved ones have passed that were close and dear to me and my heart. This is from 2 years after my baby sis passed away. Miss her so much and my mom and dad. Blessings to all :)

Ronnie Van Zant, Allen Collins, Bob Burns, Leon Wilkeson, Billy Powell, Ed King, Steve Gaines, Cassie Gaines, all R.I.P.

this is how a rock and roll band can take their fans' hearts and souls to the stars on a trip of understanding and togetherness.

I'm so happy I saw Lynyrd Skynyrd in concert they will live on forever only the good die young , like my son who was only 23 he would be 28 this June 19th 2019 . Unfortunately I he is Forever Young just like Skynyrd please sing Simple Man to my son in heaven ❤️ RIP my son and Skynyrd 💔💔

If anyone develops a time machine, I want the first seat available. The 80s and 90s were grand times.

this lyrics are so needed for this generation. they all seek something they probably will never be and get depressed in the progress.

This song touches me everytime...just like the first time. My favorite song...thanks

Best song about life, reminds me of my dad, who gave me the love of music, I went to concerts with him as a child , God Bless you Joe Moore

LYNARD SKYSRD WAS AND STILL IS THE BOMB! GREATEST

Excellent performance! RIP, Gary, and prayers for Dale, family, and friends. Gary will be much missed.

Pete my son I love and miss you you more each day you are one of a kind and I’m proud of you! This is our song 💕 love never dies find your wolf and follow him P ete Ann your true mother loves you more than anyone 🌷🧜‍♀️🐞🐞🐞🐞🐞🐞🐞🐞

Se os 210 milhões de brasileiros ouvisse e entendesse a MENSAGEM que essa BELA música passa ao nossos corações, amanhã seria um dia bem MELHOR ♥️♥️♥️♥️

I’m 60 and still Rocking out to good music in 2020

Now I'm 38 and this song makes me cry looking at my daughters... It's so hard to be parent.... Fantastic song...

I'm a generational traveler, never lived this era. I just know these are best to reflect to with a drive, they break through the heart. Truth and simplicity.

This song recorded at the Florida theatre is the best so far....

dammit we grew up with this songs May God bless them

I miss Ronnie but Johnny you doing great better than ever let's keep SKYNYRD alive this is America's band rite here 👌

Still listenning in 2019!

I Love the fact the man points UP , when he' says there is someone up above!

When you don’t play a simple song but a rocknroll legend. ❤❤️❤️❤️❤️

This is to me the best live version of this song, even including the ones with Ronnie

One the best bands of the world is in my heart my soul and my mind amazing i love you congratulations from spain

Can't beat the classic music scene

The most down to earth band ever , I miss their music !

Beautiful song love the heartfelt lyrics, aweome band. Nothing like the old time rock-n-roll songs and music.

This song reminds me of my dad every time I hear it. I love him

Livin' by the 'Simple Man' and 'Red, White, and Blue' creeds. World would be a better place if everyone did that... Only got to see the "original' lineup once, on August 6, 1977 at Superbowl of Rock in Chicago. I was totally blown away by the performance they gave.... and gobsmacked the day I heard the terrible tragedy on the radio. Forty three years later, it is still with me like it was yesterday. RIP Ronnie and all those that have followed.... I will never forget!

Relevant this year 2021 -- sung by young Nepalese kid, Arthur Gun, a contestant on American Idol -- a song that's eternal

Simply awesome! Lymyrd Skynyrd is my favorite band, best regards from Poland!

Hard to believe they are all gone now...

Best song of all time and proud to say I live by it

This song has touched everyone who has ever heard it a timeless masterpiece written by the greatest rock group or any group for that fact everytime I see Ed King or Allen or Gary or Steve Gaines I get tears I can't help it these men were my lifelong idols to never be replaced I just can't find the words how thus music affects me it was and is so very very important to me I wish I could say more but I can't find the words they are worthy of God bless this band and the music so precious they gave to the world I hope 500 years from now in some post apocalyptic place they find these songs and I bet you they will be awe struck by its greatness

That riff! Love LOVE LOVE THIS BAND! Sounds perfect. Syknyrd Nation baby!

3 chords, 3 guitar players. 3 times awsome

Simple Man" epitomized Ronnie Van Zant, who enjoyed friends, family, and a good time far more than anything money could buy. He held true to these values even after he found fame. Van Zant died in the 1977 plane crash that also claimed the lives of Skynyrd guitarist Steve Gaines and backup singer Cassie Gaines (brother and sister). When the band reunited and toured in 1987, they dedicated this song to him. Even though the lyrics state, "Sit beside me, my only son," Ronnie was not the only son. He had two younger brothers along with one older sister and one younger sister. Those younger brothers are Donnie, who formed and fronted .38 Special; and Johnny, who took over as Skynyrd frontman after Ronnie's death.

We all must keep Skynyrd alive even though we lost so many

When I see them playing live and this song starts (Freebird too) it's like a shudder goes through the crowd. Lots of tears running down faces - mine included.

This song was sung by Lenord Skyner at my sons memorial .he loved this man and his wonderful voice.

Awesome to see Ed Gary Leon Billy play together. Closest lineup to the OG band. Gary Rossing always!

Remember sending this song to my son, words to live by . . . ❤

I grew up in this music. I very fortunate to see them in the day. I have all their music. The lyrics speak truth and heart. They were the best then and still are in my heart. The music today, not even close.

this song is poetry.

I’m so happy watching this here people ❤

My son dedicated this to me . But he could not resist his dad's rich man gold!!

One of the greatest songs ever written. Amen

I was 29 when this performance graced that venue...Having worked for a certain multinational Company until 2005, I have lived a life that is anything but simple...however, I have learned to live simply and genuinely...Sometimes, I wish I could have my youth back...but then I see the road that lies ahead and am faced with the fact that will never be. Instead we must FORGE ahead in life because clocks do not run backwards...

Música linda!2022 eu tenho 54 anos e minha mãezinha 75 e ainda ouço seus conselhos e sempre os guardarei no coração.

wie in alten zeiten🤟🍺🍺

BEST MUSIC OF L.SKYENAYRD BAND,THIS GUY WASN'T AS GOOD AS HIS BIG BROTHER AT THE BEGINNING, BUT THAT WAS THEN AND THIS IS NOW .HE'S A GOOD COMMON MAN WITH SENSE OF PRIDE AND LOVE FOR GOOD MUSIC,AND I AM AN OLD HIPPY WOMAN FROM THE 6O'S AND LOVE ALL THESE GREAT SONGS.

Ed King. He was so great!!!!

It was destiny for the little brother of Ronnie Van Zant to take over for his big brother in 1987. He has done a fantastic job putting his own spin on his big brothers songs.

Einfach ein wunderbarer Song 🌞

7-2-77 and then 3 months later, half of them were gone forever... I still cry to this very day....

And now Ed King... R.I.P... 8-22-18!

In a blink of your eye your old. Please live each day as its your last.

This was one of my favorite songs,,,,, when Lynyrd Skynyrd played it,,,,,

This is my song for my only son. Has been since I was young. I love you JimmyJon!- Mommy.

Found this recently and I can't believe what I was missing out on ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😭😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

All look so young, Ed King there too. Lost my daughter at 33, so powerful

Sang Simple Man all over the Gulf Coast, I'm a very blessed man. Love Yall!!!! Because of yall!!!

Cadê os Brasileiros, R.I.P Ronnie Cassie, Steven, Forever 🖤🖤🖤🖤

Fabulous performance of a stunning song !

Still love this song in 2022

Johnny never tried to take Ronnie's place, just kept the band going. His band was good too, brotherly love