I am 68, my children are in their 30's with families of their own. I would sing these lyrics to them until I could not stay awake any longer. Now, years later they sing the same words to there children. Beautiful!

@howsweetitis1343

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful 💗

@barbaradrewry3154

Жыл бұрын

Lester - I'm 69. I saw Harry Chapin in concert in Kansas City in 1979 or 1980. This was my favorite song of his. I listened to it about a bzillion times, and yes, I sang along!⭐️⭐️⭐️

@rosemarygranat

Жыл бұрын

Spelling please....geez I hope not......stupid we are not.....poor Harry.......how horrible. ..... George Washington Bridge......

@rosemarygranat

Жыл бұрын

I love this song.....And Seals and Croft....the black bands also.... don't care for rap or hip hop though ....

@micad82

11 ай бұрын

My mom sang it to Me. Now I do to my daughter. ❤

I talked with Harry twice.. in 1975, and in 1977. Not just a hello, but for more than an hour each time.. sitting on the edge of the stage, our feet dangling over.. just shooting the sh*t, him and I after everyone had left. He was a profoundly generous, kind, and intelligent man of conviction. Part of me still mourns his loss after all these years.

@bonniek5331

Жыл бұрын

Davd, they were saying in the Documentary, I watched, how he would just start talking and talking to a person. A good man.

@charlieharvey5649

3 ай бұрын

Are you perhaps related to Kevin?

Quarter century of listening to this song. People have been born. People have died. And still all my life is a circle

This man was a really profound song writer and observer of human beings. The world lost a treasure when he was taken from us.

@greenleef7770

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@dianasoto7011

2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had had the chance to see him in concert, but I live in Nevada, and he pretty much stayed in the NY area. One of the greatest losses of humanity in one man there ever was.

@TheNthPeterLEE

2 жыл бұрын

I heard he died in a plane or car crash, God rest his soul

@sandrasabatka4866

Жыл бұрын

@@TheNthPeterLEE I heard he was driving a vw bug and changed lanes under a semi truck!!! I was fortunate to see him twice in concert sure for miss his energy,talent, and thought provoking songs!

@tedbloch1

Жыл бұрын

@@sandrasabatka4866 he had a heart attack while driving and crashed is car on the freeway. R.I.P. Harry

I saw him twice at the University of West Florida in Pensacola, the first time was in the fall of 1977, only a few months after the performance in this video. His concerts were magic. I'll never forget them. I can't believe we're coming up on the 43rd anniversary of him being taken from us. How much better would this world have been if he had not been taken so early in his life.

@AnonYmous-ry2jn

3 ай бұрын

I remember when he died. I was 12, at sleep-away camp, and the music director at our camp apparently had a close personal connection of some sort with Mr. Chapin, and was a big advocate of his music, sometimes performing it with a band for the campers. When he died, there was a pall hanging over our camp for days, dissipating over weeks. I always get doubly sad hearing the sad song "Cat's in the Cradle," thinking how Mr. Chapin's life just flew by just as in the song, without a chance to realize the possibilities built into his early promise, the fulfillments deferred to a day that would never come.

I had Tickets to see Harry on July 17th, 1981 at the Garden State Arts Center in Homdel NJ. I saw him in concert every time I could. When it came over the radio in my vehicle of his Unbelieveable Tragic Loss. I was driving down the Garden State Parkway, I had to pull over and began to Cry. I Love his Music, his Love for Humanity, and he was beyond his years a Master Trubador. I Loved his Music and Him So Much. "All My Lifes a Circle" will Forever be etched in my Mind and Voice. Thank You Harry for Everything, Love you My Brother - because All My Life is but a Circle!!!! "Gunny"

I met him when I was a police officer .. had to give him some gas to make a concert in a college town near the town I was working in. Harry sent me a couple of his albums and a nice letter. I will always remember his kindness and a friendship that has lasted for many years since, RVP

@deadmanswife3625

3 жыл бұрын

Great

@peternicholson233

2 жыл бұрын

You did a kindness, and it came back to you. That's a beautiful thing.

Music for good people. Honestly, what kind of person gives a song like this a thumbs down?!?!

I was at this concert! It was amazing. I was so excited. His music touches your soul. We just don't have people like this in the industry now.

@Oh_I_Will

4 жыл бұрын

Ginger Ginger I was there too...you remember who opened the show...

@davidrucker2708

4 жыл бұрын

Hope neither of you are part of the scene around the 4:28 mark! How would you like to have your mug in that shot! I was able to see Harry in concert not long before his death - just a great show and person.

I think this is my favorite Harry Chapin song..It gives me shivers and makes my eyes water...wonderful Harry ..May you rest in peace.Gone but never forgotten..

His music touches my soul in a way that no other music ever has. It has been my "touchstone" throughout my life. What an incredible man he was. May we all be together again!!

Harry was so joyful when he was singing. I saw him at Constitution Hall in DC back in the seventies. Wonderful experience, the best concert I have ever attended, he was a great guy and the concert was all for charity. Thanks Harry. I still miss you!

@JohnBeagle

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I saw him at Balwin Wallace College in the 70s. He was great.

I am so thankful that this beautiful video is still available to see ❤

his songs told the most wonderful stories..Harry died way too young

I still have two unused tickets to his last concert....the one he didn't make it to. This music has never been replaced.

@zioportacenere4521

18 күн бұрын

😢

I was lucky enough to see him play at Genesee community college In February 1973. I ate pizza and drank beer with him. I was a student security guard for him

I met Harry in 1981 during his final concert tour. In New Orleans at the Saenger Theater. I shook his hand and he looked me in the eyes...and into my soul. I visited his grave in Huntington, New York, and left coins on his tombstone. I said, "Harry, keep the change." I've never gotten over missing him. He had such an impact on me. I love you, Harry, and I miss you so much.

I first heard Harry sing after a "Hike for Hope" in Rochester NY, it was 1971 and I was a kid of 14. He was playing "Teach your Children" and I was transfixed! I stood listening to his songs as he even played a brand new song off his almost released album, "Sniper and other Love Songs". He played Sniper, I was hooked after that! Harry could tell such amazing stories. He told us about life, loss, love and even obsession. During the 70s I saw Harry 5 times in concert. I even had tickets for his Los Angeles concert in 1981. Nobody saw that show. Since 1981, Harry's spirit, his music and his legacy lives on to this day through his children and his grandkids. I know I am only one of millions his words and deeds have touched. I am so very thankful for the good he did, and for all of the hearts he spoke to. Bless you Harry!!

I truly believe that Harry was blessed of God , and I am looking forward to seeing him in Heaven. This Man had Godly emphany when you listen to his songs

a poet of our baby boomer generation, taken too soon. But at least we can still love you via the modern technology rip Harry

Harry Chapin was the best his concerts were like a magical experience. I am so thankful that I saw him in concert before he died in tragic automobile accident but his songs and Humanity will live on forever Roxie Nicholson

@Oh_I_Will

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome you got see him...I have a very long list, I wish I was old enough to have seen. Harry def is on my list...

@jimmyjohnjonesjr5625

3 жыл бұрын

My grandmother sang on stage during a concert of his because she sold out all the tickist to a concert

2020 and still a great song...just imagine what could have been...

I love this guy. Whatever happened to normal people that just had faith and trust in the world? It does seem true that only the good die young.

Yes. You are right.......

We saw Harry many times, whenever he was in London I made sure we got tickets, he was such a wonderful man, & also so sincere, I was lucky enough to get his autograph, ( the only autograph I've ever asked for), I still have the signed programme, such a sad, sad loss, we need people like Harry today, still remember him with great fondness, but we're lucky to still have these beautiful songs, never stop listening to them!!

We saw Harry a few times over a period of time. Even got to talk to him for a few minutes, and his humanity was an energy that you could always feel, from his person or from his music. No songwriters like him will come our way soon.

The late GREAT Harry Chapin..WONDERFUL RIP..

What a true genius simple catchy music at its best

He was one of the best songwriter, storytellers and musical master

I weep for our loss of such a human being of the highest order...love ya Harry...wish I got to see ya..

@deadmanswife3625

3 жыл бұрын

You and me both

We all miss you Harry you were fabulous like no other. Tom R.

One of my all time favorite performers; also, he was a very altruistic person

Harry Chapin was a story teller, and his stories were awesome! `

30 years and your music still lives on!!! rest in peace man

I loved his music and story telling. I actually got sympathy cards when he passed. True fan here. Got happy I got to see him twice in concert. Once when he was much younger. He will always be a very special place in my heart!

@JohnBeagle

2 жыл бұрын

I saw him in Berea, Ohio in the 70's.

RIP Harry. 40÷ years and you are still relevant 🙄

I saw Harry @ the Va Beach Dome in July 1976 for the first show that night. Harry(& his band) was so good & and generous that he invited the audience to return for the 2nd show that night, free of charge since it wasn't sold out. So i did just that! But first, I had to drop off my girlfriend's best friend(girlfriend didn't make it back in time from visiting her father in CA). So I dragged my older brother out for the second show, only to fully grasp the lyrics of "Taxi" - "I go flying so high, when Im ...!" RIP Harry

His songs stimulate deep thought

Something spiritual about the circle song

@tagosadilim

9 жыл бұрын

Bill Peacock That's what I thought too.

@chrisbaker7057

8 жыл бұрын

Yup. That's because he's talking about where we actually live, why the stars always come exactly back to where they started every 365.25 days. Where the sun and moon actually travel, and how that creates our seasons. Most of the greats knew the truth way before we all caught on in February of 2015. We all know this. But we've been indoctrinated in false beliefs. Well we were anyways. So this resonates as true, and you can't tell why. It gives it that spiritual feeling. It's your subconscious and your memories reminding your conscious mind of what it once knew. If you need some others.... Listen to R.E.M.'s Stand, Nirvana's On a Plain, The Who's I can see for Miles or Red Hot Chili Pepper's Californication.

@georgemckie6986

7 жыл бұрын

tagosadilim 9

@Hierundjetzt88

4 жыл бұрын

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I miss you Harry.

My favourite artist of all time the world lost a great human being when harry passed his legacy lives on

we got the album at home harry !!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣 you can tell the chemistry in the group is awesome!!! Miss Harry and his awesome music !!

I miss Harry so much, i weep for our loss but moreso for his family's, yet we get to keep him through these videos, thank you

I miss Harry Chapin and all he stood for.

@JohnBeagle

4 жыл бұрын

Me too.

I saw him in Norfolk in 1978. Great concert. Gone way too soon.

1983.....sung this with my classmates at school.... Abc radio..... Had the book with lyrics on our laps..... Good times!!!!! Some things you just don't forget :) haha

@robertklum8692

5 жыл бұрын

Made my life great again

KZread is such a wonderful thing. After watching the Olympics' Ice Dance program and thinking to myself "Damn if Charlie White isn't a dead ringer for Harry!", I had the urge to see Harry again. And less than a minute later I'm immersed in the clear and melodious voice of America's best ever troubadour...and the image of Charlie White! God I miss the music he never got to make!

My mom used to sing this to me when I had a hard time going to sleep when i was young. That was over 30 years ago now. It's one of my earlier memories in life. Pretty cool to see a live performance of the song.

@deadmanswife3625

3 жыл бұрын

Awwww nice. 🤗

Happy 73rd Birthday Harry ! I know we will all be together again ' cos all my life's a " Circle " ! I miss you , but have never forg-otten you or WHY ? World Hunger Year ! Thank you Harry, for being my go-to music all the time still !

@georgemckie6986

7 жыл бұрын

Judy Kinne

@georgemckie6986

7 жыл бұрын

gerry rafferty

The world lost a tremendous man when Harry died. I saw him in concert twice. The second time was in Seattle.During the intermission we got to talk to him. He had given a concert in Bremerton the night before, then flew to Chicago for a metting on world hunger before returning to Seattle. What an awesome man.

fom a 65 year old fan of tom, steve and harry. if I ever need a blessing all I have to do is listen to harry, maybe even watch that old show...make a wish, dream....dool

I'm glad my grandfather and dad listened to Harry while I grew up, he is something we all enjoy now, and I appreciate his music immensely as an artist. His tapestries are unbeatable.

This song is... philosophically timeless, what a priviledge to take the time to interpret it and consider what it means, to me...this is a classic, very powerful..

taxi is a very moving beautiful song! he truly was a great songwriter and musician so sad he's gone! you can tell he had a great spirit...

Harry chapin got me through my high school years,,,truly one of the greatest singer songwriter,think of what we missed had he still been alive,,,,,,bring back the 70s in michigan royal oak kimball high school ,, 1977

Great story’s my first ex wife really enjoyed his music. It took me a little longer saw him live twice. great memories and some sad,

IT IS HIS SPIRITS OF INCLUDING EVERY ONE TO SING THE LINES... I FOUND VERY LOVELY ... THE SPIRITS TURN HIGH!... LISTENING TO THE CHEER IN HIS EXPRESSION AND VOICE! LOVED THIS ONE!

Harry my good old friend...how I miss you...and Harry....it still sucks ....

Great song!

RIP Harry

I saw Harry live in1977. After the show everyone waited to get their programs autographed and all the girls (me included) got to kiss Harry!!!

What a great song by Harry Chapin! I always smile when I hear it! I'm so glad I got to see Harry two times in concert, and shake his hands and speak to him after one of his concerts in 1980 or 1981! Peace, BobbyK

Watching this video still gives me chills. Thanks Harry for sharing your stories with us!!

This music means a lot to me. Life is a circle ❤

My dad used to sing this to me before I went to sleep. I love this song

Love the guy miss him

Lordy I wish he were still here

@cormacdavid7355

2 жыл бұрын

Hello beautiful 👋 how are you ??

Such a great under-appreciated, overlooked song.

LOVE, love Chapin!!! I got in to him in the late 60's with Sniper, and can't even pick my favorite, except maybe "Any where's a Better Place to BE,..one of his best!!!! They are all so good!!! Love my Harry!!!!

Great memories PATTI from Rhode Island USA ✌️❤️🎶

@cormacdavid7355

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Patricia 👋

30 years? Wow .... I missed him in Melbourne by a day or two in probably 79 or so.

Heads and Tails was the first album I ever bought when I was 16. The first time I ever saw him in concert in Portland Maine I was one of the lucky girls who got a kiss from Harry after the show! I'll never forget the day he died, I cried.

I'm a big Chapin fan. My fav album is Dance Band and fav song is There is only one choice! ...my kid climbs in my bed and tells the synics of the board room your language is dead... Great lyrics!

Harry is one of the fee(very few, Billy Joel, Elton John) that you can find actual feeling and goodness in any song he performed. I was very young when he was killed and I still regret never having a chance to see him live

harrys having waaaay to much fun.........way to go harry!

Wish he was still here...I so loved all his albums...and glad he lived in a time that he will live on..

“All my life is a cirlce.. sunrise and sundown.. the moon rose thru the nighttime until day break comes around… all my life is a circles.. but I can’t tell you why.. the seasons spinning round again.. the years keep on rolling bye… “

This song puts life into perspective for anyone. I dedicate it to my Dad who passed away six weeks ago. Love you Dad. ❤🌹😇

I just watched a doc on Harry chapin so good. What a talent anda hyper active man! Never could keep still, always on the go!! Never had a dollar on him! Gone to soon! I saw him n concert few times, always great show. Bananas and Taxi are my favorites!

@JohnBeagle

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

Such a wonderful talent! Gone too soon, too sadly.

@jackackman9806

Жыл бұрын

My best knowledge of Harry is Greatest Stories Live(thanks to my Mom), and now I know what the Cellist singer looked like. I'm big into metal, hip hop and industrial music, and most of the music I listen to is when I'm bike riding, and hidden within my metal and hip hop etc, are some Harry Chapin songs. This comes up a lot. I always pictured the Cellist as a thick bearded kind of guy. Well, now I know, lol. Thanks for the post!

the greatest songwriter of all time. we miss Harry

My favorite Harry Chapin song as well. I knew Harry, and he was the best.

what a good man he was.

@johnmcclintock5868

8 жыл бұрын

+cruiser .......yes.....yes he was....

@kelleybest2482

7 жыл бұрын

oooh what a lucky man

@samawada2646

6 жыл бұрын

you mean what a great singer he was

I met Harry in the early 70s. He "infected" me with his music, passion and sincerity. I miss him all the time. The circle continues. And the world keeps rolling by.

Amazing men 🙂😘❤️

greatest stories live....my fave album of all time!

I live in Ithaca and had the pleasure of seeing Harry many times even through Cornell University I'm so sorry he's gone I have missed him all these years at one point knew his daughter

A great story teller. We miss him and his music very much.

LOVE this song.

See you in our next life

To copy a quote Chills and Goosebumps. Harry and friends are awesome story tellers. I can't get enough!!!!

Such a losss😢😢😢

Glasgow October 77 after the gig we met Harry my mrs was heavily and I mean heavily pregnant he was such a gentleman RIP forever my fav

This song always makes me cry...

a man that died too young; but made so many wonderful things in his life

what a great artist he will be missed dearly

This song always gives chills, still can cry thinking of Harry

I loved his music, my grandma had me play the 45 I had of Cats In The Cradle And Vacancy alot. I never got to see him in concert

Damn i miss the 70s. The pre-Reagan years, before cynicism and jadedness.

Nice little song!