Jim Weatherly, ‘Midnight Train to Georgia’ songwriter, dead at 77

[Alf]

Jim Weatherly, the country singer-songwriter known for a number of hits, including “Midnight Train to Georgia” died Wednesday. He was 77.

His family said he died of natural causes, according to music publisher Charlie Monk, who confirmed Weatherly’s death to the Tennessean.

--Al

 

[Satanica]

Probably one of the most widely known and performed songs of all time and one that I love. Farewell, Mr. Weatherly.

 

[Alf]

I'm hearing it play in my head, and I have goose bumps.

 

[Brillig]

I'd rather live in his world
Then live without him in mine

RIP, Mr. Weatherly.

 

[Sejanus]

Natural causes.
Two words together that just seem...peaceful

 

[Totemic]

 

[BuffettGirl]

Oh boy, two of my favorites in one thread! Throw in a little Elton John/Kiki Dee and it'd be the trifecta of songs that made up one of the greatest days of my life... Memories, like the corner of my mind. Memories. Misty watercolor memories Of the way we were... <--- But not that song!