'Mexico' - James Taylor with Louis Cato and The Late Show Band

James Taylor is joined by his wife Kim, his son Henry, Larry Goldings, and The Late Show Band for this once-in-a-lifetime rendition of his 1975 classic, "Mexico." Hear more from James Taylor on his latest album, "American Standard," available everywhere now. #Colbert #LouisCato #JamesTaylor

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[kathylewis]

One in a million! I've been listening to James Taylor for nearly 50 years, 1973. His voice still soothes and calms. So peaceful. ☮

[evolving]

James Taylor has so much soul, a huge heart, and such a vibrant spirit. What a beautiful man! He has written a plethora of beautiful songs that will always move people. James we love you more than you'll ever know!

[maureenparker]

I love the album Mexico and especially love this song...this is perfect....James Taylor...his son and wife ....THE LATE SHOW BAND....THE BACKGROUND...THANK YOU

[kimk]

Love love love James Taylor, how awesome he's with his family.

[WalkingmanPattaya]

Amazing performance.. always love this song.+ piano, horns, percussion so good. Peace and Love

[victoriabaker]

What a crazy arrangement, love it so much!

[LisaGelhaus]

Every time it gets steamy hot I say “way down here, you need a reason to move”! Then the whole song gets started and suddenly it doesn’t matter any more.
This version is so much fun, the BAND makes great songs even better ❤️❤️❤️

[KingsPIER]

Never ever disappoints. James Taylor embodies sweet sophistication in a field of humility. A beautiful human being.

[kellyg]

James Taylor is one of the few artists who can make me happy with just a few notes. He is just that amazing.

[JennyYasi]

That made me so happy! Thank you Stephen for having James Taylor on your show! What a gift to all of us!

[FancyRPGCanada]

Wow, this was an absolutely amazing rendition of this song! The backing band did such a cool take on it too! I hope it's available on Spotify and other streaming apps.

[judyhowe]

Love this version with Louis and the band🥰

[seamusmcfreak]

Great version! Larry laying it down on the keys, and Louis with a great ripping guitar part at the end. Loved it!

[NoraBHagen]

beautiful, smooth, classic, and well done. Everybody looked like they had so much fun! And the rare occasion of a Conga solo is not to be missed. :)

[catherinequihuiz]

James Taylor music is ageless beauty.💕💕💕💕💕💕🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️

[CaliforniaBushman]

Nice quiet Mariachi type section in the middle. Great crescendo snare roll by Joe bringing it in.

[colinkhan]

My favourite song of his, very nice performance!

[ayomidealonge]

no one is giving credit to that woman playing double bass. sounds 🔥

[craigmaltby]

I say James Taylor is now part of the American Songbook. With Ellington, Gershwin, Berlin, Willie Nelson, Eagles.

[onefoot]

I'm telling you, I hear something there in Henry's voice, is he going to do some solo work???