Back to 'Simple Man' by Lynyrd Skynyrd. I finally dig in deep and analyze this classic!

I do know the song "Simple Man", and have heard many covers of it including by Brent Smith and Shinedown. But I've never done a deep listen to Lynyrd Skynyrd's composition, and am excited to finally do that today.

Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she analyzes to Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Simple Man" for the first time.
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Performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd - Words and Music by Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Rossington
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[TheCharismaticVoice]

Setting this premiere a bit early (38 hours ahead of schedule) as we're about to leave to California. Won't be able to schedule the premiere tomorrow! See y'all Monday!

[brandonzumbie]

This was my great uncle’s favorite song.
When i first started learning guitar, he asked me to learn this. I went over to his house and played it for him, and needless to say he was so pleased. Fast forward to last November, he is on his death bed and they ask me to play it for him one last time. The pure emotion was something that cannot be recreated. Everybody was crying, knowing he was leaving us. The lyrics of the song bring so many emotions and feelings This song brings so many memories i’d love to relive

[tommack]

Ronnie Van Zant was an unpretentious man who had a lot of wisdom, common sense and a lot of self-confidence. While many rock bands were singing about sex, drugs and rock 'n roll as fun he placed that and every topic in his lyrics into naturally thought-out, truthful, and caring perspectives. He did not have a wide range, what he had was more honest and sincere than most.

Ronnie Van Zant was foremost a Simple Man.

[paulbeagarie]

Tuesdays gone is what are my favourite songs by Lynyrd skynyrd

[joiedevivre]

As a Southern girl, I've always loved this song. But it took on even more meaning when I became the mother of a son myself.

[green_ban]

"I want my music to sound human." Truer words have rarely been spoken.

[firedoc]

This song can make the toughest southern man break into tears. Regardless of how big they are, they listen to their mamas and remember their words of wisdom from childhood. Skynyrd was a more diverse band than many people give them credit for. They tend to remember the hard rockin' power songs, but this is one of their greatest songs that is just as powerful. Please check out their best underrated song, "Comin' Home".

[BogeyCDogRosey]

My mom passed in 98 when I was 25. Every time I hear this song, I swear I hear her voice just saying those same, simple lessons. Be content. Find joy over happiness. Love is better than gold.

It always feels a little bereft, and deeply comforting.

[davidmurfin]

The opening lines of "That Smell " are my favorite. Rock and roll haiku. "Whiskey bottle, brand new car, oak tree you're in my way..." Sets the scene and mood perfectly ❤

[JeffOfTheMountains]

She's gotta check out "The Ballad of Curtis Loew" next. GREAT song about an old blues musician.

[phantomf]

I have been a dedicated fan of Lynyrd Skynyrd since 1974. When you mention that Ronnie's not exactly on pitch every time, it reminds me of why today's music is so fleeting and has no longevity. Here we are 50 years later listening to an imperfect pitch because the music and vocal have a soul. I have always noted is that music that is relevant 50 years later is a sign of creativity that conveyed its message as it was intended. All the members are gone now. They gave us a gift that we can replay in our cars, minds, tv's and computers and never let it die. We fully intend to keep it alive.

RIP to all of our boys and girls from Jacksonville. Heaven is rocking harder than ever with you all there and together again.
#lynyrdskynyrd
#southernrock
#freebird

[phlegmbeck]

Skynyrd has always amazed me in how all 3 guitarists blended together so well. They always found their place in each song, made really smart decisions on how to accompany each other, and never stepped on each other’s toes. All were so skilled and yet disciplined enough to check their egos. Hard thing to do.

[mrtab]

I humbly request: The Ballad of Curtis Loew

[Cadinho]

The older I get the more emotional I get hearing the classic songs. If you don't get goosebumps or tear up once in a while, you are listening to the wrong music.

Also, these lyrics are words to live by.

[shaughangould]

"Get your lust for the rich man's gold" totally changes the meaning of the verse. It's "forget your lust...".

[WalkerStalker]

Interesting fact about this song: the producer Al Kooper, at the time, did not like this song and didn’t want it on the album. After sometime of arguing about it, Ronnie Van Zant escorted Kooper out of the studio and to his car. He told him to take a couple of days off until they finish the song. Kooper ended up playing the organ on the song and admitted he was wrong.

[samsulummasamsulumma]

When it comes to power ballads, it doesn't get better than this.

[jamesedwards]

Those of us (men) near the end of our run have always longed for these things mentioned in this song.
The lucky ones, hats off & a salute to you! 👍👴🦸‍♀️🎶🇺🇸🦅

[Ooofaa-Maa]

Allman Brothers...Whipping Post.
Marshall Tucker Band...Cant you See
❤❤

[bscott]

NIGHT MOVES by Bob Seger. It's simply a Perfect song. Melts me every time. Especially now that I'm in my older years. Hits me hard!