When Eddie said: 00:55 "Onabide, onweser onaweie, Ene co manase nanaho anase nenacol auregue" I really felt that, bro✊🏻😔

This was my son's favorite band he was killed in a car crash in 2000 at age 17. And also our 15 year old niece was with us and she also was killed. Mom and I walked away from the accident but my wife sustained a little brain damage...Can't believe our son would have been 41 this year 2024. And if he was still here on earth he would be listening to Pearl Jam today. Well here it is bro!!!! Love from your Dad....It still hurts after all these years!!!!!

No one can understand what Eddie is singing, but everyone understands what he is feeling...

"On a wizard on a whale." Preach Eddie. Preach.

The best song I’ll ever not know the lyrics to

Love it !!! Hope one day they release the english version

It's not the lyrics. It's the vibe.

I wore a Tshirt to Scotland with Eddies lyrics.."Onabide, onweser onaweie, Ene co manase nanaho anase nenacol auregue" and they asked me what clan I was from. This mans a poet of our generation. Love him and hope he keeps going.

I love this song. It's like Opera you don't have to understand the lyrics just the emotion.

Lyrics “Unsealed on a porch a letter sat Then you said I wanna leave it again Once I saw her on a beach of weathered sand And on the sand I wanna leave it again, yeah On a weekend wanna wish it all away And they called and I said that I want what I said And then I call out again And the reason oughtta leave her calm, I know I said I don't know whether I'm the boxer or the bag Oh yeah, can you see them Out on the porch Yeah but they don't wave I see them 'Round the front way, yeah And I know and I know I don't want to stay Make me cry I see I don't know, there's something else I wanna drum it all away Oh, I said I don't, I don't know whether I'm the boxer or the bag Oh yeah, can you see them Out on the porch Yeah but they don't wave I see them 'Round the front way, yeah And I know and I know I don't want to stay I don't wanna stay I don't wanna stay I don't wanna stay, oh no Yeah Oh, oh Oh, oh” -Google -used Musixmatch “Eddie Vedder admits that he changes the lyrics and meaning of the song when he performs it, but he wrote the song with one story in mind, which he told at a concert in Newark, New Jersey on August 7, 2008. He asked if anyone had any questions, and a fellow asked what the lyrics to "Yellow Ledbetter" were. Instead of going word for word, Eddie simply told the story of the song. The song was written during the first gulf war, when "Papa Bush" was President, as Eddie calls him. The story is about a young Grunger kid, all dressed up in his flannels with the long greasy hair. His brother goes off to fight in the war and gets killed. He gets a letter that comes in one of those yellow army envelopes and learns of his brother's death. So, all upset, he decides to go out and walk it off. On his walk he passes by a neat, middle-aged or elderly couple sitting on their front porch having some tea, and he sees that they have an American flag out. He gives a wave, because he feels like he relates: "The flag, my brother, you know..." But they don't know, of course. They don't know what's underneath the grunge and the long hair. All they see are the outward appearances, and they don't wave back. The song has changed its meaning over time and Eddie changes the words to suit whatever is on his mind.” -song facts .com

Pearl Jam, the only band that can sound both incredibly beautiful and like complete gibberish at the same time.

Lots of talk of the lyrics, but can we give some props to Mike McCready? ... Simply brilliant guitar playing and tone.

Put it on in the car and hear everyone sing different lyrics

when i was younger, my dad used to play this song on his guitar. i have very vivid memories of watching him at rehearsal for the church band, and he would play this lick specifically when the night was closing up. i rediscovered this song recently and it all hit me like a truck. i love you dad.

The opening riff always sends chills down my spine..😭😭

Nice Hendrix flavored opening and closing in the style of "little wing" 🎸🎸

I once sat in a truck with someone I loved with all my heart and spent hours depicting the lyrics to this song as we tried singing it to eachother. Its a moment I will never forget. Its these simple moments that last a lifetime.

I'm 73 and I love it.

This song reminds me of my brother who unfortunately committed suicide. My God forgive him and let his beautiful soul rest for eternity so I can see him again.

When ever i hear this song.. i know i am not alone.. i feel there are 1000 people all tuned in to this one song and we are all together united and motivated and captivated.... held as one like a huge warm hug that carries us through to tomorrow...

My beloved late wife loved this song for no particular reason and everytime it plays my heart dissolves more ashes than it already has. All I have is her memories and the way she listened to this song.

Every time someone likes this comment i will come back here and listen to this amazing song again.

"make me cry" followed by an emotional, beautiful, transcendent guitar solo... hell yeah.

For my son, Thomas, who recorded this song a hundred times on my way home from work. I miss you son.

Growing up in the 90s was legendary, I couldn’t pick a better decade.

When Eddie said "Ona wheelahn, ona whizzit ona whaya" I felt that

One of my absolute favorite takes on a Native American pow wow. As a speaker of the Anasazi language, my spirit was truly moved when he says “onna weehey wanna wanna henna hayyyyy”

These unintelligible lyrics are still light years better than anything I could ever come up with.

I remember when this came out when I was 13. When Eddie sang "Unseeum or eatta at ooo sa I onya eev again aww er each on aww etter and wait ain, yeah"... It really spoke to me and what I was going through.

The guitar work on this is awesome,Mcready freaking killed it!!!!!!

Anyone else listening in 2024?

The greatest lyrics ever that no one understands but make you feel heartbreak to your soul.

The guitar, the lyrics, that voice… everything about this song is so perfect

When you read the lyrics to this song you start to see how much of a musical genius Eddie is. He can bend and stretch any words into something beautiful

I swear Eddy sings this song in a language i call Pearljammish!

“I have no idea to this day what those two Italian ladies were singing about. Truth is, I don't want to know. Some things are better left unsaid. I'd like to think they were singing about something so beautiful, it can't expressed in words, and it makes your heart ache because of it.” -Red

Ten is already 30 years old. Time surely flies

still one of the most genius opening guitar solos to this day.

Honestly as a musician.. this is one of the best guitar riffs ever in my opinion

This song gets new lyrics everyday😘

This melody just makes me want to relax with some old friends and talk about the good old days.

What a voice! Passion and love when a man cries for love!

The beginning with the guitar sounds so like Jimi Hendrix. Such a great song. That voice is hypnotic.

I've always loved Pearl Jam. Being a teen in the 90's brings back so many great memories. If you were alive for it, you are pretty lucky I think.😁 The Grunge era was so cool. Bands like Pearl Jam, Nirvana, STP, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alice In Chains, Blind Melon. So many awesome bands. I noticed so many comments about not understanding the lyrics to this tune. I heard lead singer Eddie Vedder often switched the lyrics up when performing this in concert. Think it wouldn't matter whether we knew the words or not, the song is amazing!

Unsealed on a porch, a letter sat Then you said: I wanna leave it again Once I saw her on a beach of weathered sand And on the sand I wanna leave it again, yeah On a weekend I wanna wish it all away, yeah And they called, and I said That I want what I said And then I call out again. And the reason oughta' Leave her calm, I know I said: I don't know Where there's a box or a bag. Ah, yeah, can you see them Out on the porch? Yeah, but they don't wave. I see them round the front way, yeah And I know, and I know I don't want to stay Make me cry. I see, oh, I don't know Why there's something else I wanna drum it all away Oh, I said: I don't I don't know Where there's a box or a bag.

Simple enough to google the meaning of this great tune. Written around the Gulf war and Bush. About a guy dying in the war and his brah gets a yellow letter in the mail.......

It really is something, to understand this song on an emotional level so purely, without knowing the lyrics.... PJ has always been an amazing talent.

One of my favorite songs, the opening and closing chords make me levitate. YLB will always have a special place my heart 💛💛

The only song that you can sing along to with your own lyrics everyone sings along using diffrent words..pure genius! 😂

I found this at the cd shop . In the middle of summer 93. And the two years later in July in Chicago I heard it live at Soldier Field. Awesome.

Had a legend of a friend who loved this band by an absolute mile. I never quite got them myself until he unfortunately died. I have to say I listen to them regularly and i can now understand why Pearl Jam are so incredible.

This song never gets old.

At 51 y o I still absolutely love Pearl Jam . What a voice what melody and tone , so controlled beautiful , class , Thank you for taking me back to my teen years. Xx

Tried to write the Lyrics to this song for a grade 7 project. I’m 43 now and still trying to finish it.

"I have no idea to this day what those two Italian ladies were singing about. Truth is, I don’t want to know. Some things are better left unsaid. I’d like to think they were singing about something so beautiful, it can’t be expressed in words, and it makes your heart ache because of it." Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding. Shawshank Redemption.

I could ride that last riff through out eternity!!

I don't understand how can anyone dislike this song. -_-

One of the best songs ever. Every lyric sheet for it is different, but it is way more than the words Eddie may or may not be singing The vibe is undeniable. Such a powerful song

One song where you don't understand the lyrics, but you damn well feel them and understand every other aspect of the song. 💯👌🏻

It's all about the vibe. I had this played at my cousin's funeral. It's that good.

Don't you just love the Jimi Hendrix -ish guitar intro to this song? It is nothing short of excellent!!! 👍

This song will be played on the radio & online for 100 years or more!!❤

The vocals - the guitar - absolutely perfectly suited 🙏!!!!!

Mitch, you were my best friend man. This song will always remind me of us in our teens, driving around, smoking blunts and laughing nonstop. I will never forget the times we shared. It's not fair you were taken so young 😭

My mama passed away just over a year ago and this song has been getting me through the last week.

its unexplainable how this track hits and makes you feel some type of way.I just love it still in 2024 and always will🤩

The guitar part always reminds me of Jimi Hendrix, the tone and the lick and everything.

ONE OF THE BEST GUITAR SOLOS OF ALL TIME.....IMO

Guitar intro and the whole rhythm guitar : Jimi Hendrix touch and sound...❤️

My dad lost his battle with mental illness in 2021. He has great taste in music and Ledbetter is one of his favorite songs. It feels like he speaks to me through music. I love you Dad❤

1st- Hendrix “Little Wing” ‘67, then Clapton ‘70, then Stevie Ray V ‘86, then PJ ‘95. All 🙌🏼

I swear this one time i was so high that i actually heard every word with clarity...what a trip

When I read comments about lirics it reminds me my good old days before I have learned some english, when all foreign songs where for me about emotions. And it is the same for maybe 80% of the world.

This is one of my all time favorite songs since it came out and there's not another song since that compares to it except other Pearl Jam songs!! Man if I get in a bad mood or start feeling depressed thus song gets me out of whatever deep hole I'm in. Thanks Eddie

I know the feelings this song creates , but I cant figure them out but it is still my Favorite Pearl Jam Ever!!;!

Make me cry too, man. Every single time.

My childhood memories with my dad lies in this song!! When I was younger riding down back roads in South Carolina listening to this with my dad!!

This song is about a man getting a yellow letter in the mail from the army. Meaning his friend died. The song is basically saying he doesn’t wanna read it.

Like listening to black in reverse. Beautiful song, and as legend as AIC. 90s, Gen x. Lived it.

Rest in guitar heaven Mike McCready. You will forever be a part of my soul for the music you helped bring us all. I hope you smiled and were happy when death came playing your solo, doing what you loved. My condolences to the band. To the crew, to the audience and to Mike's family.

They don’t make music this good anymore

I speak spanish and this is how i listen all the music in english

That “make me cry” will always have a special spot in my heart. Oh to be 6-7 again, riding around with my pops while air guitaring this whole song.

This song gets me right in the ❤ every time I listen to it. The guitar as the intro and ending, the lyrics, the wordplay withe title of the song. Man I just love these guys

its amazing cuz this song always reminded me of my brother , I did some research and found out its about a brother that died at war. amazing son ...make me cry ... lovr that part - right before he goes into that huge guitar rift ...AMAZING !!

Music is time travel in a wave of sound

And then I called and I said that I want what I said and that I called out again! I mean cmon man! Pure gold! I’m not even sure why!

"Make me cry" is such a legendary callout before a guitar solo.

That guitar tone is absolutely heavenly

Simply the most thought provoking Ballad I've eve come to Treasure. Words? who cares.... magical song

my favorite song ever

That isolation on guitar at the very beginning & then again at the end. All joking aside with the lyrics, this is next level songwriting. Actually the entire TEN album is a masterpiece imo. This extra B-Side track is the cherry on top.

I was there. The lyrics were crystal clear at the time. It was a moment in time, no excuse.

Best comment about Eddie's voice, sounds like what English sounds like to a foreigner✌️💜😎 I understand him perfectly😁

Ten was the first CD I ever owned as a kid. 9 years old in 1992, my Dad bought it for me! This song reminds me why they were my first favorite band ever.

God save this entire band giving us new sounds in 21th century after decades listening to them ✌️

Top shelf, as they say.

For those who come here to listen to this masterpiece. You really have a test in music. 🤝 And I believe, we are brother's. ❤️

Growing up being beat and mistreated Pearl Jam was my outlet!you can hurt me but you can’t take my music!

Listening/studying this rn before i learn it on guitar. Love this hendrix r&b its so good.