He is not underrated. The whole music world knows him. He is a true legend!

Bravo MAESTRO! SANTANA is a living legend! I am over 70 years old, I am from the old Soviet Union(from Yerevan,Armenia). It was difficult then to acquire your recordings and listen to them. because there was an iron curtain between the Soviet Union and the outside world. Carlos you are a legend In my heart!You not mexican or american you are man of the world, you know.His guitar is not playing, his guitar is crying, he talks to people on the guitar. Bravo MAESTRO!

You know you are at the cusp of the universe when someone like Buddy Guy pays tribute to you!

Without a doubt, one of the best guitar players of the 20th century!!!

When Harry Belafonte introduces you.......you know you are THE MAN! Saw him at LAX Airport in 2004. Didn't want to bother him so I put my hands together in praying hands and bowed slightly without saying anything to me. He smiled and beckoned me over. I didn't ask for an autograph or say a word. He waved me over to him and gave me a hug and wished me "travelling mercies" and he disappeared into a black Yukon. That memory is way better than his signature. Brava Senor Santana. Listening to your music is like taking a trip through the UNIVERSE!

His guitar tone is one of the most recognizable guitar tone in rock history

I’m a blk man & he truly brought cultures together My mom played “song of the wind” by Santana on a record player as a little boy…I never heard a more beautiful sound in my life. I bought supernatural when it dropped & till this day he is still my favorite guitarist. Rip mom🙏 btw I still have her original caravanserai album Carols… Thank u Mr. Santana❤

I’m 65- grew up in El Paso- my older brother loved Santana. He invited me to see live concert _ Santana !! My parents said I was too young but my brother convinced them. My first concert - Santana. 1975. Memories, older simpler times.

Santana, one of the most underrated guitarist, he teaches us that guitar playing is about feelings and not speed.

Santana is not just a musician, he's a minister who channels his soul trough his guitar, recalling the spiruallity of the world trough his songs. Listening the preach of Santana's guitar take you somewhere else, it elevates you.

Carlos Santana's guitar playing is magical and genius.

I'm Brazilian and I love Santana, a well deserved tribute to this legend.

Buddy Guy can sling his soul through the strings of a guitar like greased lightening. What a Legend who inspired so many other artists. That's Right!

“I’m still high from Woodstock” -Santana 2011, San Antonio

*Harry Belafinte* March 1, 1927 - April 25, 2023 *I just want to say, this man did the best intro I've ever heard, for a Kennedy Awards Recipient.* *He was intelligently witty, funny, eloquent, and Classy.* *I know, only the human vessel expires, he "remains an eternal Soul/Spirit energy", and I easily imagine him, "Soaring with the Stars", Free and Joyful!* He will be missed in his Physical, and he will also be appreciated a long time. I appreciate Higher Minded, High Vibe, "People", ... Harry and Carlo were and are both. Best Thoughts and "+" ... *PS: Shelia E is Electric!*

I’m 65 and lived through the greatest music,we will never see the likes of Carlos again when gone!❤❤❤

I'm Brazilian and I love both cultures: long live Mexico and America

BUDDY GUY JUST SHUT DOWN THE HOUSE. NO QUESTION. THAT MAN IS ON FIRE...

I saw Santana in concert back in the 70's. Been a fan ever since. Carlos is one of finest guitar players of all time.

I had the privilege of watching a Carlo Santana concert live at Alvalade Stadium, Lisbon in 1990, I'm happy for that

you just know Carlos wanted to get on that stage and shred

Buddy Guy is out of this galaxy!....

Love that he received this recognition. Well-deserved

From Autlan, a little town in Jalisco (a Mexican state) to the world. Carlos Santana, you are my hero. I've heard about your teacher, Javier Batiz, who said he didn't want salsa or cumbia being mixed with rock. Well, now I know that we shouldn't always do what our teachers say. Thanks for following your own heart and soul.

Michelle and Barrack looks so natural jamming up in frame

Prince said once at Rolling Stone Magazine, "if the really listened to my stuff, they'd hear more of a Santana influence than Jimy Hendricks, "Hendricks played more blues, Santana played prettier", ROLLING STONE, 100 GREATEST GUITARISTS ".

I finally got to see the Legendary Carlos Santana in concert in Atlanta, after being transformed in my youth decades ago, through video of his 1969 Woodstock performance. When I heard drum machines and computer-generated beats taking over the airwaves & industry, I couldn't help but protest, "That's not percussion!" "If you want to hear percussion, go listen to Santana!" (Still true to this day. His rhythms captivates the heart.)

I have had the pure honor to attend 25 Santana concerts; each concert being better than the last. Carlos is the maestro of the electric guitar. His guitar cries & sings and touches your soul. ❤️

Long live Carlos Santana ,Mexico, all Mexican-Americans and long live The United States of America. beautiful cultures both Mexican and American . Beautiful music that Carlo's has given us .

When Carlos Santana air guitars while you play, you know you’re one of The Greats.

I can’t help but to cry watching everyone give Santana a standing ovation. All of these legends coming together for our Mexican legend Santana. Te amo con todo el corazón. Tu música es comida para la alma! VIVA SANTANA!!!!!!!! VIVA MÉXICO!!!!!!!!! ❤🇲🇽

Carlos changed my life when I was a teenager in 69. I saw and heard him live in my small California town where he uncovered a spiritual place in me I didn't know was there. His influence changed my life forever. Love You Carlos...thank you for your love. I can't imagine life without you.

Sheila E was on fire! 🔥. A fitting tribute to the legend that is Carlos Santana. ❤

I saw Carlos in concert 4 years ago. When he closes his eyes and improvs, he goes someplace magical and spiritual and shares it with all of us. An incredible experience.

Always remember the first time I heard Santana & “Black Magic Woman” in a post football practice locker room. 100F two a day practice of exhaustion. I was renewed & redeemed. A Latino teammate shouted out “Santana is God”, a phrase I thought or uttered over 4 live concerts over the next 30 years and so many albums later.

Santana was my first concert-it was 1967 and it was held at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose. I was 11 and so thrilled!

Man I as a Latino and Puertorican am so proud of the living legend that is Carlos Santana, thank you Mexico for giving us the gift of his music Artistry!

Damn, Buddy Guy. Freaking legend. KING

I’m not interested in guitar and rock music I don't understand English and Spanish My favorite singer is from my home country but Carlos Santana's guitar voice touched my heart!! That's all Thank you for your blessing🥰 I have always liked you❤️

"We want to extend an invitation to healing....turn off the news and turn on the light in your own heart" ~ Carlos Santana 🙏

Tom Morello just absolutely killing it on the guitar. Amazing! Insane!

This whole tribute was out of this world. Thank you Carlos!!! P.S. Buddy's voice - Lord have mercy

From age 6 to 13, I've seen Carlos. My parents dragged me to every show that hit Phoenix, AZ. I HATED every moment. But now, at 36, he is a core memory, I love every song. I feel every song, every lyric. Thank you.

This is unreal! Makes me smile and feel good all over! Outstanding performance!

Damn...Sheila E. KILLED it! Great tribute to a great legend.

That Harry Belafonte intro was pretty great.

Performances like this, you wish would never end!

I listened to Carlos Santana at the Waikiki Shell in Honolulu. Palm trees, trade winds, ocean breezes and sound of surf on the sandy beach. Santana’s sustained guitar notes reverberating in the salt air! Awesome!

They don't honor him,he is honoring them with his presence instead. Legend...

This just proves Carlos Santanas music doesn't just trancend time? It transcends all musical genre's. Carlos inspired me to pick up the guitar 27 year's ago and I will forever be grateful for that. Keep bringing joy to the world Carlos.

Ese Tom se mamó con ese Riff. Me alegra mucho el homenaje que le hicieron a Santana, realmente se lo merece, una leyenda. Un saludo a todos los hermanos Mexicanos. 🇵🇪🇲🇽

Of all the Kennedy Honors that I’ve seen so far Santana has been the only guest that has truly enjoyed himself and joined in with the celebration ❤️

How can anybody not standing up...dancing, singing, clapping!!!

Buddy Guy killed it, and on my all~time favourite instrument too.

Buddy Guy don’t hurt em now giving goosebumps 🔥🔥👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

I had the honor to see him at Woodstock...what a life changing event!

CARLOS SANTANA!!! My childhood was filled with his music, thanks Dad!!! Incredible artist...

can just see Carlos absolutely dying to join in the whole time lol

Santana is one act, one legendary band I have never seen live in concert...but they are at the top of "my concert bucket list!"

Carlos Santana lo he visto 18 veces in concert!!! Bravo!!

I cant take my eyes off Sheila E. What a badass!

Love you Carlos! My dad played with him in Tijuana as a little boy, Carlos Dad was my dads music teacher and My uncle was Carlos close friend they worked in Tijuana in the ugly bars etc just to bring money home for food etc. when they moved to the US and after Carlos Sucess during Woodstock etc my dad performed at Dodger stadium for an event and saw Carlos. Carlos was so happy and humbled to see my dad and they talked for a long time backstage. My dad always was proud of him and his sucess! When I was little and Carlos would be on TV my dad would say, Ay Carlos! You got your way and you proved us all wrong but put down the marijuana lol because, Carlos always fought with his dad that he didn’t want to play the violin! He was destined to be something bigger! And he knew it

Carlos Santana is a genius. I first heard of him when he came to my country Ghana in March 1971 for the Soul to Soul festival with Wilson Pickett, Roberta Flack and others. I've loved his music ever since.

Tom!!! que tal riff!! muy buena version!!! escuchandola en 2023 y jamas pasara de moda

Buddy Guy is incredible! WOW!

Santana: We're gonna make some crazy tunes today Guitar: At your service Master

Damn Buddy Guy absolutely killed it

Carlos Santana was the dance band for my nieces wedding..would have loved to have been there...

Latino pride!! He brought our voice and sound to the mainstream.

Santana wanted to be down on that stage so bad. What a genius!

Since our elementary days, santana's "black magic woman" and "oye como va" were already filling the airwaves. Our eldest bro, who formed his own band, constantly played these in all of their gigs. Hats off to mr carlos santana and his band, our most favorite band, when we were still 6, until now on our 60's and beyond❤️👌👍

I went to a jazz festival featuring Ravi Coltrane's band, Carlos was part of the band. Fabulous player who always connects with the rhythm section and in particular the drunmer. Unique

Oh my god, Buddy Guy dude, I hope that guitar was 18 years old.

In 1969 the world met Carlos Santana.....And the rest is historic.....his music is a part of humanity.....a major part.....hardcore tribute to an incredible musician.....Harry Belafonte's intro was just perfect.....

His sound is unmistakable. Such grand talent, he is supernatural.

The very finest guitarist of all time. A truly unique individual.

1969, WOODSTOCK. I WAS THERE at the age of 18. Best concert ever. IT WA EPIC!

Damn...Stevie Windwood still sounds so good

As much as I love Carlos Santana, I come back and rewatch for Harry Belafontes intro. Class.

I have listened to Santana since his Woodstock concert back i. The 60’s & today still play his albums and just never get tired of listening to it over & over, timeless music! Nobody can play like Santana, such a unique sound! A band in Sioux Lookout played his music & I could not get enough of it! He is my favorite!

Mr. Buddy Guy simply marvelous!

Juanes, Mana and Rage.... True latino influence showing their love. I love it!

He is the man with true meaning to his music ...I could listen to him all day and night

Amazing !!!! This woke up parts of me that's been sleeping for years. How lucky are we all to live during an era of Santana?

These people's reaction to Harry Belafonte walking through that door is underwhelming in Shakespearean proportions!

One of the most influential artists of the 21st century

A esto se le llama un gran espectáculo, grande Carlos Santana, saludos desde República Dominicana 🇩🇴

"When you play music... You're bringing light in to the darkness"

Harry Belafonte was hysterical. Although Carlos has received the recognition he rightfully deserves, a formal recognition at the Kennedy Center honoring his legacy is a beautiful show of appreciation to a man who has brought the world such immense beauty and inspiration. Love you Carlos, thank you for being who you are.

Honor a quien honor merece!! Santana es un músico fuera de serie, simplemente maravilloso su estilo, único e irrepetible. Orgullosamente originario de tierras aztecas! 🇲🇽🇲🇽🎉🎉

My greatest guitar player! Eu sou brasileira, portuguesa e espanhola e eu+ adoro adoro Carlos Santana!

Just made me realize how much today's music pales in comparison to these classics.

Carlos Santana makes America great. A deserving tribute to a true American icon. Bravo. Well done.

Carlos is a legend and I’m so glad he was given the recognition he deserves and Tom Morella hell yea!!!!

Me acompañó toda la vida, lo empecé a escuchar en la década del 60 cuando era una niña y sus canciones todavía me provocan la misma alegría de la primera vez. En mi funeral quiero que suene Samba pa' ti.

I could listen to BUDDY GUY 24/7

Dude imagine if Jimi Hendrix was still alive today. Around the same time Santana started becoming famous in 1969, Jimi Hendrix started getting noticed and fame. So imagine if they both met around that time of music where Blues, Salsa, and Rock was trending and on Fire. Both Hendrix and Santana would've been an Unstoppable Duo to this day.

The woman in gold, whoa! Drum drop, mike drop. All in high heels. Love it

HOLY MOTHER OF MERCY! Buddy guy wow my god... God make me a legend

My respects to the great Carlos Santana, I have seen his tribute a thousand times and I never tire of seeing it .... Grande Carlos Santa, Latino Pride.