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Over the years, it has been covered by various artists, including Linda Ronstadt and Carly Simon, and remains a cherished piece in Taylor\u2019s repertoire.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"846\">Introducing the song, James Taylor remarked, \u201cHenry and I worked up this old tune of mine that we want to leave you with. Thank you again for making tonight possible for us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1115\">The performance was part of James Taylor\u2019s 2021 U.S. tour with Jackson Browne, marking a significant moment as Henry joined his father on stage. 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