Jesse Colin Young, the notable voice behind the 1969 hit "Get Together," passed away at 83 at his home in Aiken, S.C. Though he didn't write the song, his vocal delivery epitomized the spirit of the hippie movement. Young penned several influential tracks for the Youngbloods during the late 1960s, exploring themes of love and nature. His sound blended various musical genres, showcasing a unique sophistication and innocence in his artistry. Young's legacy continues to resonate through his contributions to folk and rock music over more than five decades.
Jesse Colin Young, whose sincere tenor vocals for the Youngbloods graced one of the most loving anthems of the hippie era, Get Together, a Top Five hit in 1969, died on Sunday at his home in Aiken, S.C. He was 83.
The lyrics to many of Mr. Young's songs celebrated the gifts nature gives, from the dreamy play of sunlight on skin to the unfettered sweep of wind in the hair.
His phrasing, like his composing, drew from a wealth of genres, including folk, jug band music, psychedelia, R&B and jazz, both traditional and modern.
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