I'm a very shy and awkward person, but this song has me saying hello to every older person I walk past at the grocery store ever. Costs me $0 to give a smile and a warm hello.

How in the world does anyone have the insight or understanding to write something like this in their 20's? Such a gift.

@bobgillis1137

Жыл бұрын

I think it was Kris Kristofferson who non-judgementally said John Prine was a "a young man with an old soul"

@tia2all501

Жыл бұрын

I’d say it would be a old soul

@joannehack7588

Жыл бұрын

Indeed

@joannehack7588

Жыл бұрын

HELLO

@elizabethlinsay9193

Жыл бұрын

There's also Jackson Browne. He's also an old soul'. Wrote some great songs when he was a teenager. That line "don't confront me with my failures. I had not forgotten them". For example.

I cried for my grandparents when I listened to this at age 16. It changed how I viewed them & how I became with them in my young years. I still miss them. Now I'm getting up there, & yes, it is this way. Almost like when you get to a certain age, you become invisible to so many. Say hello to someone who needs to hear it today. Then listen for a good, long time.

@jayboy60

Жыл бұрын

What a powerful statement. Thank you!

@lilianne478

Жыл бұрын

Lovely words.

@MsRTfan

Жыл бұрын

You are so right. I was 17 when I first heard it and had the same reaction. More than 50 years later I find the song even more powerful. And it hits closer to home.

Miss you John! I’m 79 and tear up every time I hear it. I’m fortunate to have such a great family and friends. I do know some who are lonely. Say hello to them. They are just like you. ☮️

My husband turned my dad on to John Prine two different generations brought together over Mr Prine , fixing cars, and a good laugh or cry ( depending on what John Prine song they were listening to. Both my dad and my husband have passed away, I know they will be very happy to see John, and to hear his amazing songs again!!! Much love to you all😘♥️‼️

We had an apartment in the city, Me and Loretta liked living there. Well, it'd been years since the kids had grown, A life of their own left us alone. John and Linda live in Omaha, And Joe is somewhere on the road. We lost Davy in the Korean war, And I still don't know what for, Don't matter anymore. You know that old trees just grow stronger, And old rivers grow wilder every day. Old people just grow lonesome Waiting for someone to say, "Hello in there, hello." Me and Loretta, we don't talk much more, She sits and stares through the back door screen. And all the news just repeat itself Like some forgotten dream that we've both seen. Someday I'll go and call up Rudy, We worked together at the factory. But what could I say if he asks "What's new?" "Nothing, what's with you? Nothing much to do." You know that old trees just grow stronger, And old rivers grow wilder every day. Old people just grow lonesome Waiting for someone to say, "Hello in there, hello." So if you're walking down the street sometime And spot some hollow ancient eyes, Please don't just pass 'em by and stare As if you didn't care, say, "Hello in there, hello."

John used to be young!

My world just got a whole lot smaller.

@mn4082

3 жыл бұрын

You mean bigger

Best song writer of all time the GOAT!! 70,s was the best music era ever!!

This tune always brought a tear to my eye, even back in the day, now I'm out & out weeping. Johns lyrics could really strip you down to your bare self, & make you feel. He had a gift for it.

@Dsoul51

3 жыл бұрын

I'm crying with you.

@erewhon751

3 жыл бұрын

Feel better now, cupcake?

@daskitten1

3 жыл бұрын

@@erewhon751 Do you???

@erewhon751

3 жыл бұрын

@@daskitten1 Yup. Thanks for asking darling.

@daskitten1

3 жыл бұрын

​@@erewhon751 Hey Mr. Nowhere; Don't you have anywhere else to spread your hate & negativity???

Not being American I haven't heard of John Prine. I came here from Seth Myers' tribute. What a loss to music. As I'm now older and our children have left home in the last 2 years, I feel this song so keenly. I'm sitting here, in my country, in isolation, just like most of you all are in America, crying a little over the beauty of this song, and worrying about all those we love. It is a hard time for all, especially the elderly. I'm glad now that my parents passed in the last few years. At least I don't have to worry about them. John Prine was a wonderful poet, singer and guitarist. A depth that is rare. I'm glad to have been introduced to him, not too late, because his music will live on. RIP John Prine, from a new fan. Stay safe everyone. And Rest in Peace to all those who have gone recently.

@BramHepburn

4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done

One of the greatest songs ever written.

@lilianne478

Жыл бұрын

Here's another masterpiece about aging called The Dutchman by Michael Peter Smith. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nnua3JmcnKyqfto.html

Can you believe how cute he was back then? Yet the music, the music-- his older self made this even more poignant; and the rich deeper tones to the voice added yet more. But listening to this, more raw and direct. Me and Loretta...: no forgotten dreams, love forever, JP.

This world is a little dimmer this evening. RIP John. NFA

One of the prettiest and saddest songs I've ever heard. What a talent. Thank you, John! You are so missed.

Hang in there Mr.Prine

@samwise6644

4 жыл бұрын

🙏🏽😭

Can’t wait to visit my grandpa when he’s back from Florida. I am going to say “hello in there” and I bet he’ll laugh his ass off. He used to make me listen to John Prine and Jim Croce when I was young and we’d drive together (while he smoked cigarettes with the windows up hah.. that’s in a song too) but I didn’t appreciate it at the time but now that I can comprehend emotions and what songs mean, john prine and those memories mean the world to me

His death hit me like I lost another best friend. And I never even met the guy. Saw him a few years back, the show was awesome. THANK YOU JOHN, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND!

RIP John Prine. Hard to think of America without his voice in it. What a loss.

@lawrence1960

Жыл бұрын

A mark Twain of my generation.

My little brother turned me on to this song when it came out. Raised my opinion of him to the rafters. He also beat me to the Beatles. Thanks, Little Brother. Miss John Prine like crazy.

RIP John. We were so blessed to have you. 💔

Praying for you John...Heaven can use you but this old world needs you..

Made me cry 50 years ago. Makes me cry today. What a great great mind.

...how...how does anyone find words like this...geezus, John Prine - how did you do this...thank you...thanks for reminding me to "feel"...this old world is a better place for you having passed through for a while...thank you...you are missed...

Aww shit..I miss you man. Heaven got John before he even arrived. Be blessed my friend.

The best friend I never met. Did see him live many, many times. Best show ever was with Bonnie Raitt and Tom Waits.

This world is a better place, thanks to you.

thankful from germany *

The price of growing old is one by one we lose our connections to the past

@brando7266

4 ай бұрын

But it's still a blessing to live to an old age, u can die alot younger than 70,

My all time favorite! - Whether Joan Baez sings this, or Bette Midler or ... John Prine who originally wrote the words and brought this song to life almost fifty years ago. The generation that first listened to the song is now waiting... for someone to say hello in there!

@danneumann3274

3 жыл бұрын

or natalie merchant. she did it also

@mzmiller52

3 жыл бұрын

Barry manilow’s piano arrangement was amazing and the divine miss m’s singing style before she became bette Midler make their interpretation my favorite cover of this song.

@jayboy60

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you're right!

@lilianne478

Жыл бұрын

Another moving song about aging that may have you crying. It's called The Dutchman by Michael Peter Smith. kzread.info/dash/bejne/nnua3JmcnKyqfto.html

@funisnumberone1

Жыл бұрын

@@lilianne478 Love this song. Looking for my "Margaret"...

Fucking beautiful, and so needed today.

Everyman’s poet laureate RIP John Prine world is less without you but your stories will live forever

What a beautiful song from a beautiful soul. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I am so happy to hear this.

This is such an amazing recording. I can't believe I found this. Jee whiz... what a true gift to all of us who love music and lyrics that can change our hearts. Thank you so very much for sharing this with me. I am forever grateful. Love this!! A smile and a tear follows here.

my fav version with piano

Possibly my favorite Prine tune. I don't know though, so many masterpieces

RIP John - Reunited with his buddy Steve Goodman. Bet they are making some great music together

@arthurkurtz2448

4 жыл бұрын

My thought as well. Bless them both.

RIP John. We’ll miss ya and to hell with C-19.

@thaddeus2700

4 жыл бұрын

Fuck C 19

Dedicated to all the seniors in living centers where their relatives cant visit these days cus of the virus..proving yet again that great music is both timeless and always timely. RIP John.

Ahh geez Johnny. Killing me slowly.

Love John Prine’s pure compassionate cowboy heart. Also props to piano man for that small but so beautifully placed solo.

NS Pulled over to the side of the road in 1975 when heard on the radio. In my heart ever since. Have said hello whenever I could.

@catdaddy3302

5 жыл бұрын

Nellis Smith this always comes to mind when I visit the nursing home. So many good souls to say hello to.

@nsmith1586

2 жыл бұрын

@@catdaddy3302 Just saw this hello.

@nsmith1586

Жыл бұрын

@@catdaddy3302 Just saw this . Hello in there :)

What a great song-about life, one I’ve never heard before but l guess that’s what you tube is all about ... discovering music that other people have loved over the years👌adding to my playlist so l can hear it again

Best performance I've seen of this great song. Thanks for posting.

Wow. I am not the same after hearing John Prine sing this. 🙏🏻💓 Much respect and love.

He's gone. God bless you John. I love you 😘

I saw him in Berkeley 2-3 times between 73 and 76. When I saw him last, he did acoustic first and then a band came out. This looks like a Brit show - no one seemed to recognize that classic guitar opening. Great version and he was nicely presentable, dressed in black with cool haircut.

@waldosgrade

2 жыл бұрын

👍

RIP John, Lost one more legendary Artist but FOREVER WILL LIVE ON in those who love'd his music! Please don't bury me in the ground when I die!

A true masterpiece

Get well soon, John Prine. You are loved by so many people. This is my fav. Thank you for your potent, witty, and poignant songwriting and singing. Appreciation, respect and love to you and yours. 🙏💕☮🎸🎶

That was always a beautiful song that makes me cry every time. Sad tears but happy at the same time.

Genius.

It's 'beautiful'

He never wrote a song I didn't love. Saw him at Wolf Trap many times. I will miss him until I can join him. And I will say hello in there to someone every day I am alive. Damn the virus.

He touched my heart. Hello in there, Dear John Prine. Fly with the ANGELS. RIP♥️👋😇

You and Dylan. My heroes. Rest now. Thank you, sir. You were loved.

RIP beautiful songwriter.

RIP John. I’m sad.

God rest his soul! And he sure had a lot of soul!

This is what an angel looks like.

Remembering John on his birthday. Miss you.

One my best friends, Loretta, died a year ago. RIP girl! Love you.

I love this man...........such insight. And damn, he was a sexy handsome fella !!

Rest in Peace, John Prine

Joan Baez recorded this decades ago. She and John were close. She just sang this on her youtube feed. Look it up. She sang from her house and dedicated it to her old friend. Lovely in every way.

@joeherald7319

4 жыл бұрын

I watched that. Beautiful. Both John and Joan are treasures in our lifetimes. This song has extra poignancy today with old people now not even allowed to visit with their families. Rest In Peace John.

Im 32...first came across John's work through his most recent album, Tree of Forgiveness, which was one of my favorite albums a few years ago. When I heard he was ill with Covid-19 I wanted to dive deeper into his work. Today is my first experience with this beautifully sad song. Couldn't stop crying as I listened to it over and over. Thanks for everything, John. Hang in there. We need you.

@raysherrell3259

4 жыл бұрын

You have a lot of his great songs to look forward to as you explore his albums.

Went to see this man in the Scotsman' s Pub in Donegal Town I think it was 1995, he was the most handsome looking man. Brilliant Singer. May He Rest in Peace.

So poignant and beautiful and sad..John Prine is a lovely storyteller and soul catcher!

Rest easy John. My God this hurts.....😢

I was able to see John 25 years or so ago at the Tennessee Theater in Knoxville. It was a good show I was glad to be able to get tickets to.

different class

What a great loss! 😔😔💜Rip💜

We liked your place John, it was familiar, it was real, it was home. You will be missed dearly.

Thank you John. For everything.

I sing this song every day that I deliver food for Meals on Wheels. So many wonderful "Hello in There" moments. Please consider volunteering or donating to your local chapter.

John 🕊🕊🕊💔🕊🕊🕊 I love you always Thank you for all the hellos and the way you changed me.

@annadevito3742

4 жыл бұрын

Will always remember the first time i listened to this and its never left me after all these years..rest well John

So glad I saw him recently in Buffalo, NY...At one point he laid his guitar down and with his hands in the air, proceeded to dance around it as he remembered a very enjoyable, hot night he had back in the day...

Prine was best performing alone

RIP, John. We'll miss you.

Maestro, que bella melodía. Nos sentimos tristes en México por su parida, Descanse en Paz.

Joan Baez recently did this from her home in tribute as John fell ill. She said it was one of the most requested songs in her live performances.

Always loved this song. RIP John Prine.

RIP John.

That accompanying piano is so awesome

Jonni Mitchell's "Both sides now" describes my feeling about this song. I heard it first in my teens ( and I am grateful I did since affect my worldview) now I am in my 60's not quite to hollowed eyes but getting close.

We're praying for you John!

Godspeed , John! Thanks for all the music.RIP

How has a year gone by already? Missing you John.

Reign in Power Mr. P. Hello in There.

Who’s going to write such beautiful songs like this now that you’re gone, John? RIP

R.I.P. ❤❤❤

SO BEAUTIFUL...like HE WAS....I've had this song in my head since I watched this the day he left us. He was ALWAYS an old soul. How lucky we are to have had him with us!

Most beautiful song I've ever heard

glad i was around when he was...

The guy slays me. Always did.

Devastatingly beautiful.

Ah Johnny breaks me heart every time. Sweet tune brother. Rest easy.

Get well John, we need You

Take the time to stop and say, hello in there. RIP John

RIP John 🥺