I am a 55-year-old US Marine Vet who served tours overseas in Desert Storm, Panama, and Iraqi Freedom. I myself have lost my father and my first-born son. I feel your pain, and I love you, brother. Fight the good fight, and NEVER give up!

@Itsmedarling34

20 күн бұрын

My sincere condolences 😭

@frankjschmidt6493

19 күн бұрын

I'm So Sorry

I am 43 year old paralyzed Marine vet . I just lost my mother last week I know your pain ,I am so sorry for your loss and will pray 🙏 for you and your family. I lost a lot of brothers in the Iraq war ,but nothing hurts like your own parent . May Lord lift you up keep you in his hands

@timothyfreeman97

11 ай бұрын

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. ✝️🕊

@cindylawrence1200

11 ай бұрын

So sorry! Thx so much for watching out for us guys as u were in Iraq. I pray God will bless u!

@cubfan7089

11 ай бұрын

I pray for you a strong back sir. There are no words for your recent loss or past ones…. But strength is key for heavy heart breaks. My prayer’s are with you my friend

@brendafogle6221

11 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for y'all's loss I lost my brother just this past March

@tonimccoy1115

11 ай бұрын

Praying for each and everyone here 🙏💛

God bless you brother. My son was killed by a drunk driver in 2014. He was 33 years old and my only child. They are worth our grief and our tears. But remember to look to the Lord when it becomes unbearable. God will sometimes send a storm to bring light to your life. Look to Him. God bless you always.

I'm 57, my dad died when I turned 21. I did CPR on him. Planned his funeral helping my mom who could not deal with it. My mom was diagnosed with terminal cancer 6 months later. I was the oldest and my youngest sibling was 12. Very difficult but follow your emotions through the pain. Joy comes again. 💜

If this song doesn't grab you by the heart and make you cry, you have no soul.

@jonhilton1425

10 ай бұрын

Amen to that

@greg4876

2 ай бұрын

Well i guess i got a soul because it hit me right in the feels.... damnit i wasn't planning on bawling my eyes out this morning

@carolynkingeckerman5847

2 ай бұрын

For sure, my parents I miss everyday.

I am a 65-year-old veteran of the United States Marine Corps, but I cannot listen to this song without tears. I raise a toast, to absent comrades and fallen friends. OORAH!

@jamesbolin7006

2 ай бұрын

Amen brother thank you for your service. SEMPER FI DO OR DIE

@Jennifer_615

16 сағат бұрын

Thank you from a Navy mom and may God bless you❤❤❤

Tears are a sign of strength and love . . . NEVER APOLOGIZE! I'm 63 years-old, and I still bare the scares of a little boy who lost the two people I loved the most in this world back in 1969.

@sarahnunn4637

4 ай бұрын

The same year my father was born. Feels like it was yesterday. Just know your friend is at a better peace and place than he can find here on earth. ❤❤

@sarahnunn4637

4 ай бұрын

My grandad was in the war that year. The young men at his funeral knew who he was, respected him so much they got nervous folding the flag, had to refold it before giving it to his daughter (my aunt). I cry all the time and it's okay. You'll be okay, honey. ❤

May you forever be lifted up. I'm 73. I have lost many of my family, including my son when he was just 27. The best words I can share with are about a tapestry. If you look at a tapestry from the back side it is a mess. But when you see the front side, you understand. All colors make no sense from the back of the tapestry. On the front side, you understand each positive and negative of events, like threads make a beautiful picture. We all have those moments. Sometimes, just sitting next to the one grieving is enough to give them strength. No words are needed. Your experience will be a strength to others. As you described his life, make that yours! You are his son, let him continue to live on through you. May you be blessed for being so transparent with your feelings. At this moment, you are the voice of humanity to itself.

@lynnegulbrand2298

27 күн бұрын

Thankyou for sharing. I lost my dad when I was 8 years old back in 1966. My big brother passed away at 29. My mom passed in 2009 and my last brother in 2010 from cancer. I miss them all so much and I pray I will be reunited with them all one day. It’s hard to not cry when I think of them. They were all military connected my dad US Airforce. My mom British army, my big brother was US Army fought in Vietnam and my other brother was US Airforce in Desert Storm. God knows how much I miss them but I will see them again one day. God bless you.

Vince still cries when he sings this song. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless and heal your pain.

@matthewblouin1048

10 ай бұрын

I lost my wife and soulmate of 63 years two years ago. I still cry almost daily, and cried along with you grieving for your father. They say you get past it, but never over it. So right. I am 86 and can't wait to go be with her.

@faithfulfayable

10 ай бұрын

This was written for Vince's brothers funeral.

@CryMeARiver63

9 ай бұрын

​@@faithfulfayable He began writing "Go Rest High on that Mountain" for Keith Whitley who died of alcoholism, but completed it after his brother died as a tribute to both men.

One of the most HONEST reactions I've ever seen. Grace and Peace be with you.

@Earl940G

4 ай бұрын

100% authentic!!

It has been 17 years since we lost our father. The loss is never filled. The peace within is knowing that our bodies pass, but our souls live on. Always smile and remember the wonderful moments bc their souls are the stars in our skies, and they see all just like Our Lord & Savior.

I lost my husband. The loneliness is overwhelming. I know I’m not the only one but comforting to hear others feelings that resonate. Thank you❤️

@janethill8303

7 ай бұрын

Oh honey I know what you are feeling Lost my husband of 36 years December 2021 Yes the loneliness is overwhelming I pray for comfort for you

@hatchertiger

7 ай бұрын

@@janethill8303 God bless you, praying for you+

@hatchertiger

7 ай бұрын

Praying for you +

@robertrogers891

2 ай бұрын

I can in depth relate to you feelings lost 2 ladies in my life and truly know how deep true love can be 85 years old now 😂

Cried my eyes out with you, man. The song just kills me, can't listen to it casually, especially know that Vince wrote it when his beloved brother died. How can a truly feeling and sensitive person NOT cry or be incredibly moved? Thanks, man

@edzajac4433

8 ай бұрын

There is no time limit for grief....cry aii u want brother, I've done my fair share....love u my brother

@beckybruce4829

8 ай бұрын

One of my favorite songs ever.

@thiskiwigal

8 ай бұрын

Big hugs. Losing a parent is so hard.

@ruthwidlund6429

7 ай бұрын

Tears will eventually turn into treasured memories that will be with you always.

@deanabennett8461

6 ай бұрын

​@@thiskiwigal Yes it is. Lost my mom at the age of 12 in 1983, Dad in 2015. This song breaks me. Played at his funeral

I am so sorry for your loss and pain. This song I chose to play at my infant son's funeral 27 years ago and I still cry every time I hear it. I lost both my brothers 30 days apart in 2000 and my daddy in 2010 and my mama in 2019 in a tragic accident. I send love and prayers of peace to everyone who is hurting

@dalevandebeek2041

10 ай бұрын

My birthday is December 23rd just like you. My heart goes out to you for your loss. RIP to dad.

@jannetteoconnell2572

10 ай бұрын

🙏😓

@janetrodriguez914

10 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry you have lost so many family members. Only our Lord can ease such pain. God bless you.

@tracyrepinski3364

10 ай бұрын

@janetrodriguez914 thank you, our Lord is the only reason I am able to go on and share my story and help others through the grief

@danamcbride4948

9 ай бұрын

Jesus is wrapped around you ... prayers my friend God Bless You!

My papa(moms dad) passed in April '98. I took emergency leave from Marine Corps boot camp PISC and flew to Tampa for his funeral. He taught me a lot and I loved him so much! I've cried in my lifetime bc of physical pain I've endured but this song hit my heart so hard bc it was played at his funeral and many of my family held me. I walked up to the casket and kissed him on his forehead and said 'i love you papa'. I was pulled out of the pew and put in line with the paulbearers to carry him from the church to the herse and then to the gravesite. My was also a WWII Navy veteran who served on the battleship USS North Carolina. It's been a little over 26 years ago that we lost him but the memories are still there. I miss him still but I know when I go to be with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I will see his face again!

I had this song at my son's funeral. Beautiful song.😢😢😢😢😢

@dukey19941

10 ай бұрын

I’m so sorry for your loss of your son.

@susanmurray955

10 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for your loss. Parents aren't supposed to bury their children. May God bless you and keep you safe.

Vince Gill has the voice of an angel. I can't make it 20 seconds into this song w/o balling like a baby and am happy to do it with you, Rick. My Dad passed away 20 years ago but it always feels like yesterday. Hang in there, Rick, love you too. Thanks for being so real.

My husband of 38 years, went to be with the Lord June 13th 2018. I had them play this song at his funeral service. I'll join him one day. My condolences to you.

VINCE GILL IS INCREDIBLE!!!!! LOVE IT!!!!!!!

Just want to say, I love to see you young people appreciating this older music and paying tribute, exposing other young folks to it for the first time. Thank you, you made an old man happy this morning!

I was crying right along with you. This video is a beautiful tribute to the love you and your father shared.

I’ve been there-so rough losing your daddy. Even as an adult…the small child in us grieves hard. As adults, we finally understand our parents, better. This exact song was played at my dad’s funeral and it broke the floodgates wide open! I am so sorry for your loss. 🙏🏻

@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr

6 ай бұрын

Sorry 4 ur loss my friend peace and love 2 you

Vince gill is by far best country vocal singer of all time. God bless you brother for your loss

I lost my mom to suicide and my soul mate to cancer. The morning he passed away I spent the morning singing to him until he took his last breath. I’m so glad I was with him at the end.

@nicolehanes3442

9 ай бұрын

Suicide is ROUGH. All death is, but that unexpected gut punch is horrific. Big hugs.

@donadavis1178

9 ай бұрын

I am so sorry for your losses❤

@lisakandu5232

9 ай бұрын

God give you comfort, I am so sorry.

@donbelisle9849

5 ай бұрын

Wow , my heartfelt love, i am so sorry we`ve all dealt with powerful feelings. I`ve lost my son, may he RIP....

@briannewsom3713

2 ай бұрын

Decorate it teacherTj

Love Vince. This song gets played at many funerals now. If I ever need to cry, I watch him sing this at George Jones funeral

@crankyyankee7290

11 ай бұрын

On that one, Patty Loveless gave a beautiful demonstration of what a friend is all about-my thought is that she is misnamed-millions love her.

@JudyB1980

10 ай бұрын

@@crankyyankee7290Didn’t she though? She was wonderful picking Vince up through his tears. Just wonderful.

@user-uj5ss4gh6b

8 ай бұрын

That was heart wrenching!

I know your loss. I died twice within a few hours. The second time, it took a while to get me back and I crossed. I was walking through a meadow with my parents on each side of me. Both were young and healthy. They were escorting me to home. I was so mad when the doctors pulled me back. But I can tell you for a fact (not just faith) that we will be reunited one day in a land of no sorrow and pain. Living here in a human body is the price we all pay for that eternal life. Love you.

I normally can't listen to this song bc it was played at both my parent's funerals.... but for some reason this showed up again on my home page. God is amazing so I had to listen to this song for the first time in at least 13 years.....God is love❤️🙏❤️

Big Hugs 🫂 This song is so deep. May you always have God's guidance. ❤

@OkayRickk God bless you friend. 🙏🏻 Vince finished writing this song when his brother passed away. Every word comes from his heart just as yours do. I’m still not over my children’s father, my ex husband, passing away in October 2021. My daughter still has a lot emotions going on over it. I keep telling her that we will heal in our Heavenly Father’s time and we will see him again. 😔

@mrs.alabama

11 ай бұрын

Condolences 🙏. I lost my husband unexpectedly October of 2022. I thought losing my Mom was the hardest to except, but your spouse... its a different kinda pain! I know if he was here he wouldn't want me depressed and hurting. It's a very difficult pain to cope with. Talking to someone who knows how u feel is a blessing. Have a great day, and may God continue to give you strength thru. 💞💞

I lost my baby boy in 2020 and he was only 32, and his dad is the one who took his life! My sons ghost is here with me and he told me his dad was the one who overdosed him and took his life. My son told me if I want to see him again I have to ask God to forgive and get rid of the hate I feel for what his father did. I have had a terrible time trying to do what my son asked of me. But a friend told me I have only to ask God for forgiveness. I miss my son everyday! The hurt for you is new, but I know God will help us all, and that he took my son to release him from his pain but it is so so hard with him gone!! His name was Justin and he had just turned 32 ten days before he was gone. He was born 4/16/88 and gone 4/26/2020. Prayers to you and broken hearts take a long time to heal if ever. Your video touched my heart ❤️ but it still is hard to lose someone and they have a name for people who lose a parent, or a spouse, but there is no name for someone who loses a child. He was such a sweet boy, he would do anything for someone if he could. God got a good one when he got my baby boy. Only the good die young is so true when you lose a child. Thank you for your video. His favorite song was fireflies by owl city. Would appreciate a dedication to Justin and play the song for him from all of us who miss him everyday! Thank you. Please let me know when I can see this dedication. I will definitely save it. Prayers and hugs. Melodie Davis in Ohio

Lost both of my parents 9 months apart. The most devasting time of my life. Still is. This was 5 years ago. I will NEVER get over it. Every day is still a struggle. Every day. Im sorry for your loss, sir. Hang in there. We will see our loved ones soon.

I am so sorry for your loss. My dad passed away in 2013 and husband died in March. This song helped me grieve. Please stay strong. I know it's hard. You will meet again someday. Always believe. I feel your pain. Sure thank you for sharing. :(

@stateofdisorder1

11 ай бұрын

My prayers and love go to you 💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏

@texaslady7630

11 ай бұрын

@@stateofdisorder1 Thank you. Keep on keeping on.

Vince won deserved Grammys for that song. It is an amazing song and your honest reaction shows why.

"WISH I COULD SEE THE ANGEL'S FACES.... WHEN THEY HEAR YOUR SWEET VOICE SING..." ❤❤❤

im crying brother they played this song at my mom funeral just ruined my day :) i feel ur pain

RIP Rick Sr 🙏. This song is special to me as this is the song I played at my sons funeral dont forget Pops is looking down and is super proud of you. He is still with you and will always be a part of you. This life here is just a stepping stone, you'll be united again once its your time. Till then keep talking about your grief and listening to music, itll help you heal. So tell your stories, share your memories and you'll get through this. Never hide your tears, let them flow my brother. Much love and 🙏 🤲

@Okayrick

11 ай бұрын

😢😢🙏🙏Rip to your little man ! I love you Jimmie! Your a blessing brother

Sorry for your loss! I just lost my grandmother last year. I held her hand until she took her last breath and my family gathered around her bed the night before singing this song to her.

@emoryrutherford1665

10 ай бұрын

❤😢❤😢

Absolutely love this song. I have lost my parents and 2 siblings. Sending our thoughts and prayers!! Hugs.

I'm so sorry🙏 very hard to start loosing the ones you thought would never go..but knowing their in a better place than we are ..and we will see them again..❤VINCE wrote this song 4 his BROTHER who he lost❤❤❤❤❤..his music touches hearts.. GOD BLESS YOU 🙏

Im crying with you brother. My dad was taken from us, (not naturally) I still miss him every day but I know he is with our Lord. Your sincerity is so refreshing. Keep up the honesty. We are all together in this difficult world

Vince Gill originally wrote this song about Keith Whitley, a fellow country singer who passed away suddenly due to alcohol poisoning, hence the reference in the first verse, "You were no stranger to the rain," one of Keith Whitley's biggest known songs was, "I'm No Stranger To The Rain." Then, Vince Gill's brother passed away and that's when I believe he released this song. Either way a beautiful song.

@jasonlawson8980

11 ай бұрын

Yes! It was in fact about Keith Whitley and of course became a tribute to his brother... thank you telling this about this beautiful song.

@jacquelineford9765

11 ай бұрын

Vince added another verse to this song that sometimes gets overlooked, here are the words: You're safely home in the arms of Jesus Eternal life my brother's found The day will come I know I'll see him in that sacred place on holy ground. Vince sung this at George Jones's funeral. He was so emotional Patty Loveless had to help him sing his part of the song. He pulled himself together and gave George a beautiful improvised send off.

@janetfleming4895

10 ай бұрын

I remember watching hing that, he kept the guitar rhythm going, talked through part of it till he could start singing again. She kept the harmony going, and I seem to remember her patting him on the back in sympathy.

@waltfriedrich7631

10 ай бұрын

No he started to write this for his brother who died of drugs

@jamiecorstorphine1271

10 ай бұрын

It was written for his brother.

I'm with you, brother. It's been 6 years since I lost my dad and I miss him everyday. Hearing you describe your dad reminds me so much of my dad. When the phone calls stopped, it was hard. Your dad was blessed to have a son like you who. Praying for you, my friend.

I just came across your page. I have sat here an hour and cried just watching you. It's so heartwarming to see a tough guy show his emotions. It's your love that you have for people and your loved ones that is so touching to me. I am like you, I get extremely emotional through music. It's how I release my emotions and express myself. Thank you for all of these videos and I know your Daddy is smiling down upon you. You are a sweet spirit and you help a lot of people just by doing this videos. God bless.

It’s been ten years this week since we lost my Dad, and he’s been weighing heavy on my heart and soul this week this popped up in my feed. He loved this song. Thank you for this.

Young man, I'm a 66 yr old white male who FEELS YOUR PAIN!!!! Through men like you I have faith in the younger generation!! You are not afraid to express your self and I love you for it!! Be you, feel like you feel, and remember we are here for you. My father passed in 2014 and I STILL have his answering message on my phone. JUST SO I CAN HERE HIS VOICE!!! You do Honor your father by keeping him alive. I grieve with you brother...but...let it out

New subscriber here. My heart goes out to you & your family. I'm 65 & miss my Dad every day. We lost this amazing man Sept. 2017. It feels like yesterday. My mother mentioned having Go Rest High On That Mountain to be sung at his funeral, but we hadn't made the final decision. That day the hospice nurse stopped by our home to check on Dad and she asked if she could sing a song for us. We gathered around my father and that was the song she sung. Not a dry eye in the room. I'll never forget it or her kindness. May your father rest in peace. This is a song I found after his funeral that I find comforting. Dani & Lizzy - "Dancing in the Sky". Condolences to your family.

Dont focus on death. Focus on life. Celebrate the life of those that are gone. Life is short. Make every second count for you and for those around you. This is my first time hearing this song. It hits like a freight train. Thank you and god bless for sharing

A new subscriber here. You are music to my ears young man. It's so refreshing to hear someone on here that's genuine and not using all kinds of foul language. I understand your pain all too well too. It's so hard sometimes. I'm the last one left from my immediate family. The oldest of my sibling. I ask myself why sometimes. God bless you. It will all be ok.

These old country songs will hit you right in the gut with the lyrics man.

@mindyhammons-bristow

9 ай бұрын

When country was good, and beautiful. It really will.

My heart goes out to you, brother!

We played this at our sons funeral he took his life at the age of 19. Im so sorry young man for the lost of your dad. This song reminds me of our son Christopher. God bless you young man .

Vince wrote the first verse for his friend, Keith Whitley, when he passed away and finished it when his brother died. Vince's lyrics are heartfelt and moving and his guitar work is, as always topnotch. Also his lovely tenor voice. I've always been a fan of Vince's. God bless you during this sad time of loss, my friend. I will keep you and your family lifted up in prayer.

@user-rb6qw5dk1p

10 ай бұрын

I would like to you play the song the Dance by Garth Broths I feel your pain you cry that is every tear drop of love 10:14

@user-rb6qw5dk1p

10 ай бұрын

12:05

@user-rb6qw5dk1p

10 ай бұрын

0:17

@timlane5445

9 ай бұрын

You are wrong he wrote it for his brother who toke his own life from addiction. Get the story straight. He says it on other video of this song

@Cheryltwin2012

9 ай бұрын

@@timlane5445 The second verse was for his brother. I have heard from several different sources that the first verse was written for Whitley. There's really no need to be pendantic.

My daughter called me wile I was watching your video so I needed to stop because she needed me . When I was able to get back to watching it I could not remember why I was watching it until I thought to myself that my daughter needed me and it reminded me that your father just passed and that might be the reason why you are watching that video . So I am thankful that I get to watch this video with you .God Bless You and your Entire Family .

Sounds like your dad left you so many wonderful memories. Cherish them. 🙏🏻

My Daddy Died when I was 8 and now I'm 70 and his picture sits above my desk and I miss him to this day. I am glad I was able to share some tears with you.

I would try to say something but, ya'll have said everything. This song gets me every time. I'm proud I'm not the only one. God bless each and everyone of you.

I laid my mom to rest last December and my dad will have went home it'll be 2 years ago in October! Even the pain of letting dad go almost 2 years ago still lingers in my heart! We played this song at both their funerals! I live in the memories that I have of both of them! Much prayers and love for you too, brother!

I lost my mom 2 years ago today and I still miss her more than you will ever know. I am crying with you at this EXACT moment. Don't hold it in, let it all out. I had this song played at my dad's funeral six months from my mom's passing. We all LOVE U BRO...

@susancummings3930

10 ай бұрын

@turdsrule TO EVERYONE WHO HAS LOST LOVED ONES OR FRIENDS loosing a parent is a hard pill to swallow. I was in the hospital giving birth to my daughter. Afterwords my brother came in and asked his wife to take BreeAnna- my daughter-. That is when they told me my mother had passed I was in such a state I couldn't even breast feed. 😢 I felt like my daughter got my mother's life. You know? I was loosing a life but gaining one too. She even has my mom's initials- BJJ. HER middle my daughter's middle name is JOY because she brought me so much Joy at such a difficult time. But and someone told me when they were hugging me . If we both have and she- had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and excepted Him as our Lord and Savior- we will only be separated for a short time only a short time. Because our time on this earth now is nothing compared to being in heaven rejoicing PRAISING HIS HOLY NAME FOREVER . BEING WITH OUR SAVED FAMILY AND FRIENDS CHRIST IS COMING SOON . My prayers are with everyone who watches Rickk we are family united in love . I am on my 3rd cancer I am not afraid or mad I just know I AM ANOTHER DAY CLOSER TO JESUS CHRIST. ❤️🙏May God bless u all- we are a family gathered in love wrapped in faith. My prayers 🙏🙏are for you all.we all love you Rickk we love you Peace to all❤ sending prayers ❤❤🙏🙏p.s. my mom died and Bree was born on the same day. I knew God orchestrated every moment. Don't b afraid of death- accept it when it is time . She died in her sleep. Can u imagine going to bed and then waking up with Christs' smile looking at u . Remember: ANOTHER DAY CLOSER TO CHRIST ❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏.

Vince Gill....all all time favorite of mine. He just nails this song. And yes, it will bring tears. Thanks for sharing!

This is one of my favorite Vince Gill songs. I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and sweet memories of your Dad.

THIS is how you write and sing a song. A fav song, a sad one, but a -good- *GREAT* one...

All of our tears are mixing together to honor those who have gone ahead. We praise our FATHER IN HEAVEN for sharing our loved ones with us. My Dad left me 30 years ago and he is loved and missed greatly. My heart goes out to you. The loss will never be gone because of the love shared, but it does sometimes hurts a tad less. I wish you love and peace. Your attitude is amazing. Your daddy is now resting high on that mountain.

33 years since the love of my life...my wife passed. And now as my health fails I see this as my chance to go home soon and once again see her beautiful smiling face. One powerful song that is right there...❤

I've lost both my parents now and this song is a gift. God bless you brother. I can't hear this song with a dry eye.

A trio performed this at my Moms funeral. The word Son was replaced with child, but it perfectly described my Mom. My father had a stroke in his 30s due to alcoholism. She brought him home taught him to walk, speak, everything. The irony is she was getting ready to leave him when this happened. She cared for him along with raising her 3 children when this happened. She is and always will be a better woman than me. After 15 years I still miss her so much. May God comfort you and wrap his arms around you.

@marypowers7442

11 ай бұрын

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My Dad got sick when I was 15. He died when I was 22. In November, he will have been gone 30 years. There are times, not always, but there are still times, that this song (and one or two others) comes on the radio and I have to pull over. It DOES get better. But it never goes away. That's the mark of a life well lived. They live on through us. My recommendation would be, "Hold On to Memories" by Disturbed. The live version is very good, but the official video tells a story. Much

@brendafogle6221

11 ай бұрын

My Dad died on Christmas 1986 I lost my mom December 19 2005 and I think they are with y'all's family watching over us in heaven

I still cry every time I hear that song. He's a brave man to just to get up and sing this song without breaking down!👍

I lost my husband in 2021. He was the kindest person to me as his partner, and to the people around him. He had the most beautiful laugh… it was infectious. Donald went through the most trauma in his life, more than anyone I have ever known, but he made sure that everyone who h3 encountered that needed someone had someone. It didn’t matter how big or small the issue was. He gave everything, and he made every person important. This song was played at a lot of southern funerals that he and I had to attend for his close family, and I had to play it at his. This brings back so many feelings and memories. As much as he maybe wouldn’t have wanted this song played it’s so intertwined in us, and in him as a person. Thank you so much for sharing this and being vulnerable. I feel less alone in my grief. Thank you

We played this song while carrying my mom an dad's caskets from the hearse to the grave site. Song holds a very special spot in my heart.

Amazing song written and sung so beautifully by Vince. Stunning backup singing by Patty Loveless and Ricky Skaggs ❤🙏🎶

@benjones1715

11 ай бұрын

this song was wrote for vince brother and keith whitley

@dianepenna1165

11 ай бұрын

@@benjones1715 so true and so sad 😥

@lindamcconnell9441

11 ай бұрын

Perfect harmony.

@browngirl1958

11 ай бұрын

I did not just happen up on this channel…. The Lord stopped me here.

@browngirl1958

11 ай бұрын

My daddy was my sounding board .

Lost my mom this past December. Spent 3 months wanting out....looking at my shotgun. Vince Gill ...and you helped me cry it out ....so thank you. Couldn't send this sooner because my heart was broken....but it's on the mend. God bless.

Lost my mom a couple weeks ago. Played this at her funeral . RIP mom I miss you so much

I was crying right along with you Rickk. My dad has been gone since 2008, but this was played at his memorial service. Each of his kids picked one song and my mom picked one. I’m trying to remember what all four songs were. This was my brother’s pick.

@Okayrick

11 ай бұрын

🥺😢🙏🙏🙏🙏love you Mary ! Rip to you pops and I send my love and condolences again 💜💛I love you , and I appreciate you very much for supporting bubbles as well ( OkayAshh) she helped me clean the blood with me out my dads truck he died in . And she also sing at my dads funeral 😢💜🙏

Sorry for your loss. Many prayers going up for you and your family.

I don't know if I am crying for me or you. My husband died 9 years ago this week. I am uplifted by the stories we remember about him. I talk about him with our special needs daughter. In the middle of a memory, she will say, "Dad". I pray for your strength and comfort.

It's a beautiful song. My dad passed away in 2018. I'm just thankful he missed Covid. To not have his family around him would've been horrible for him. I wasn't close to him until the end. Wish I'd had more time with him.

There's another video of Vince Gill and Patty Loveless singing this at the George Jones (Country music Icon and Close friend with Vince Gill ) Funeral and there's a moment where Vince had to stop singing to compose himself because he was overcome with emotions.

Sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace and consolation during this tough time. Your love for your Dad shows. God bless you, and thanks for the reaction to this beautiful song.

63 year old guy here and I'm crying for your heartache. Lord bless you and ease your pain

heard this since I was a kid and when you get older and lose the people that raised you and you loved deeply, this song hits very different. cant not cry when hearing this. crying with you. much love bro

Sorry for your loss, no need to be sorry! I lost my parents and you never get over it. But hopefully we can pick up where they left off and help make this world a better place because they were here! 🤙

I lost my mom and dad within four months of each other. The loss of your foundation is difficult to rebuild. You have such a positive message. Glad I found your channel. James Blunt has a song he wrote when his father was diagnosed with cancer called Monsters. I cried replaying that song for two hours after losing my dad and my mom four months prior. Music is cathartic. We all feel your heartache.

@IamAloha

10 ай бұрын

It’s so hard , I didn’t appreciate my Mom like I should have . It took a year before I could deal with it . Then 2022 my son dies , a different feeling of grief & guilt. Did I teach him enough about our Lord . I believe he’s with God . Because as a friend called him , he’s a pure soul . My son & I were very close unlike with Mom . She wasn’t affectionate, yet she met our needs . Picture perfect 50’s Mom .

Trust me, you are not the only one crying. I lost my Dad in 1969 from cancer. He was just 53 years old. 😢 GOD BLESS YOU.

I'm sorry for your loss and I understand...we just buried my dad 4 days ago and this song was played at his funeral...prayers of comfort and strength sent to you and your family

I just loss my 6 year old Granddaughter! This was after loosing 2 brothers! Loosing my Granddaughter,was the most pain I have ever been threw! I know she is in Jesus arms!❤

I lost my dad in 1998 when I was 14yrs old, and this song was played at his funeral. I just cried with you listening to that song. Some of your memories that you speak of I had the same memories with my dad. I'll keep you in my prayers.

@commonsense4991

11 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you reacted to this song I put it in the comments section for you to react to it God bless you and God bless everyone in Jesus holy name amen amen

@lisawood5237

11 ай бұрын

I also lost my dad in 1998...I was 22 at the time, and my 1st baby just turned 1 year old the month before. It all seems like it was just yesterday.

I'm praying for all of you who are going through pain and grief. This song is extra special to me. A great friend of mine just passed away at the age of 42. We had dated almost 20 years ago, and after one of my cousins passed away during that time, we spread my cousins ashes on top of a mountain in Durango. At that moment we were shocked as he started singing this song. He always has a great voice, but he sang this beautifully. I will never forget that special moment in my life. GOD BLESS YA'LL and I love every one of you!!!! ❤🙏🏼

I lost my grandmother December 2022. She was the woman who raised me, and this was her favorite song. This is the first time I could bring myself to listen to it since her memorial, and I chose you to listen to it with me. I still can't think of her without crying and feeling that fresh pain as though I just found out. She meant everything to me, and I'll never stop missing her. Never apologize for feeling. I was crying right along with you.

This is a beautiful song. Also played at my Mom’s service nearly 10 years ago. Grief is a journey; you have my condolences.

For those who might be wondering, he really does answer his DMs. I've been blessed chatting with him on Instagram the last few days. He doesn't just send you robotic replies that feel like he's sent everyone the same message. He actually takes time to personally reply to YOU. He has really been a blessing to me personally. I will be anxious to see his upcoming reaction. I didn't know someone had requested this video, but I thought about this song today as I was watching some of his other videos. I knew he liked Home Free, so I had requested Home Free's version of this song before he released this video! He messaged me back and told me he had just listened to the Vince Gill version of the song.

I am so glad I came across this video. I had forgotten about this song. It blesses me. I just lost my Daddy in May 2023. I am fortunate to have been able to assist in caretaking of him. He was a loving, kind, funny Dad who not only loved us but liked us too. He was 92 and told us on his 92nd birthday he didnt think he'd make it to his next one but wanted us to know he loved us and appreciated everything we did for him. He passed away 11 days later. This song is a blessing. Thank you so much.🙏♥️

Let it out, never hold your pain in. He sounds like a beautiful human being. The greatest way to honor your Dad is to make him a proud Angel of God. He's with you always. You will feel his presence one day and you will know its him. Life is Definitely short, I lost my Mom at an early age then 3 months later I lost my only brother. My husband and I struggled to have a child. Took us 7 years, she never got to hold my first son but she did know that I was pregnant. Its been 34 years since both are gone and 8 years for my baby sister passed. It was difficult losing my mother and I still need her everyday even though I am 66. I could use her words of wisdom right now. Be the best you can be. That's what all our parents want. God knows your pain and he is right beside you just let him in. So so sorry for your loss. 😢❤🙏

I had two very talented musicians who performed this at my father's funeral for me. I lose it every single time I hear it and it's been just a couple of weeks shy of 16 years. Hugs and love from a daughter to a son, you have let your soul shine. I know your dad would be proud.

Vince sang this for fellow singer and friend, Keith Whitley’s passing. Then he sang it upon his own brother’s death. Patty Loveless helped Vince get through it for George Jones’ memorial tribute. Beautiful and deeply meaningful song.

@ericwilliams6915

9 ай бұрын

He started writing it after Keith Whitley died but did not finish it till his brother died in 93

1996. Middle of West Texas. My father had passed a month before. I was working the oil rigs. Went home for the funeral. I was so doped out and messed up. Numb from it all. Middle of nowhere and this tune came on. Never heard it before. I had to pull over because the tears and grief overtook me. I decided then, I had to stop living like this. My father warned me about living this way. Now. Everytime I hear this. He is with me. Funny how a song can change a man's mind and heart.

I'm sorry for your loss my brother. I lost my dad last October 27th. I'm coming up on a year and still feel sadness and sorrow. You will never be alone. God Bless.

I am so glad you listened to this song. It’s so very beautiful. Sending you soo much love.

I'm so very sorry for your loss of your Dad! I lost my Dad 58 years ago. But this song and seeing your grief brings it all back. May God bless all of us.😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

I lost someone very special to me last month. This song is like medicine for healing. I know your dad is looking down smiling. God bless you brother

When I hear this song, I think of my mother, she lived a hard life never knew true happiness on this side of heaven , other than her children and grandchildren her brothers sisters , I know she’s on that mountain. I know she’s hearing the angels sing. She’s with our Lord and savior and she knows nothing but happiness joy , no tears one day I will see her again , when the good Lord calls me home I pray that God will comfort you as you go through your life you will never get over it, but you will be able to look back in joy and thankfulness love God bless you. Love you.