The best friend I ever had that never knew me.

@Orourt8522

4 жыл бұрын

His music would say he knew you.

@alainehalliwell2416

4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Lyrics and Sincerely sung Brought Tears to my eyes .

@patrickswann4616

4 жыл бұрын

yeah, same here, all the way back to 1971 or 72 whenever it was.I used to think he had been sneaking and reading my mail, getting info from people who knew me intimately, listening to me carry on through the thin walls of my old Baltimore apartment. Nobody told our stories the way he did....nobody made a beautiful futile sense of it all the way he did. John passed on just two weeks after I buried my mom, who at the age of 95 realized it was time to get out of here. Just in time for this goddam virus. I am blessed to have loved both of them.

@f.r.o.gforeverrelyongod4117

4 жыл бұрын

He sure brought me through some really difficult times, but then we danced the night away. Only it was all in my mind. I did get to see him in 2012. Great show.

@peggy2360

4 жыл бұрын

That's it exactly, mark

Twenty two years ago I took my oldest daughter to her first John Prine concert. I had sung her to sleep over the years with "Blue Umbrella" and she brought a blue umbrella to the show. We sat near the front and early in the show John saw her and nodded. Late in the show he sang "Blue Umbrella" to her. "Many years later," I took my youngest daughter to her first John Prine concert. She had been sung to sleep with "One Red Rose," and she took a red rose to the concert. Once again we sat toward the front, and John noticed her and nodded. Late in the concert he sang "One Red Rose." So this man that I already loved so much performed this enormous act of kindness towards my two daughters. I miss him so much, it is hard getting used to living in a world without John Prine in it.

@josephthomas2226

3 жыл бұрын

wow

@beam-kitty8425

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful story. Thanks

@janiceisaacs6755

3 жыл бұрын

❤❤❤

@e.m.8094

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thank you for sharing those stories. 🙂

@SpinninBackfisted

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful parent. Respect.

Two kinds of people in the world. Those who've never heard of John Prine, and those who love him.

@jj8526

Жыл бұрын

Spot on...!! John Prine.....RIP

@55whiplash

Жыл бұрын

Both described me

@spanishpeaches2930

Жыл бұрын

Willie Nelson...on Linda Ronstadt...i believe.

@jacquismith3277

Жыл бұрын

🙂

@davidnickel4108

Жыл бұрын

That is a perfectly worded tribute to a great man, and a master of lyrics and warm voice!

I am 73 and I like you "remember everything " my children can't believe my memories that are so clear, ---- miss you John Prine

And here I thought I was done crying over JP being gone. Guess not.

@carlapotts9543

4 жыл бұрын

That will take some time.

@100perdido

4 жыл бұрын

Nah. You're not through yet. Christmas will come around and you'll put on the Christmas album and hear: There's a room out there somewhere With a woman in a chair With memories of childhood Still lingering there How pretty the paper, the lights and the snow How precious those memories of long long ago. We held hands and stared At the lights on the tree As if Christmas was invented Just for you and me When the angel on the treetop, requested a song We sang Silent Night, all day long. _______________________________________________

@RENVOVR

4 жыл бұрын

Damn. I was already melancholy and I read your comment and now I can't turn the water off. Seriously, I just lost it. We need John now more than ever.

@billjordan4172

4 жыл бұрын

You’re not alone.

@MrWireguy

4 жыл бұрын

Me too.

A dear friend of mine sent me this video once. Although he and I were years apart, we shared a love for John Prine. Max passed away this morning. Rest easy friend.

@ggbythesea9231

Ай бұрын

🕯

@krisstafford2310

Ай бұрын

Rest Easy MAX-

I love this!! My husband loved John. Yesterday was his birthday he would have been 62. October 24th he’ll be gone 4 years. Rest in peace my Love Pie.

@fsnvret

2 ай бұрын

❤

@ggbythesea9231

Ай бұрын

🕯

I was having a drink with my dad before he died, and he put on John Prine to listen to as we sat there. I feel like he was trying to impart it to me

The world became so much quieter the day John Prine went to sing with the Angels. I feel blessed and lucky to have lived in a time to enjoy the beautiful music he shared. John Prine made the world a better place. Thank you John Prine! Rest easy. 👏💕🎶😭

@stevenrichards8880

4 жыл бұрын

Amen to that Linda! He's sing'in to the angels now.

@ivannovotny4552

4 жыл бұрын

@@stevenrichards8880 I concur Steven, together with Steve Goodman.

@jessewestbrook9816

4 жыл бұрын

I couldn't have said it better! God bless John Prine and his family!

@peterbuchan4761

4 жыл бұрын

Linda beautifully said ❤️

@lindagracecaudillgillum8296

4 жыл бұрын

Well, I'm in awe of You rt now because I'd JUST told my friend that I miss John Prine being in this world and I'm so sad thinking of all the beauty the world will never know because John's no longer here. I read him your comment because you stated so beautifully how I feel. Thank you 💕🎶

At my first Vietnam Vet rap group we all had to introduce ourselves.First names only. I decided to use a first and last name,when it was my turn. I just said "John Stone" Every Vet in the group looked up,smiled and nodded . We all knew what that song meant to us.His music has never left me from the first time I heard that haunting song right up to this day. So at 72 years old I sat around tonight watched the tribute and cried like a new born and laughed like tickled 5 year old. Thanks Brother You always had my six

@carlapotts9543

4 жыл бұрын

;)

@kristi9

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service, Sir ❤

@davidallen8669

4 жыл бұрын

Sam Stone

@jesseblea8904

4 жыл бұрын

🍻

@michaelpoole8260

4 жыл бұрын

bless you John Stone.

My JP story. In 1975 my wife and I decided to give Australia a second chance so we flew to Singapore and then boarded a boat for Perth. While boarding we met this young Aussie guy with a nice guitar and I asked him what type of music he liked. He said we would not have heard of him but it was a guy named John Prine. I then showed him what I had in my rucksack.All JPs LPs at the time. He was gobsmacked and asked me to help him with the words of Paradise. I did my best. The night before we docked at Perth we had a concert and he sang Paradise beatifully for me and Janet. I may have shed a tear.

My father passed away last year. This song came on randomly when I was driving home from his funeral. I had never heard it before but it was perfect. I'm so grateful for John's music. Truly a legend. My heart goes out to his family who also lost him last year. He will live forever in song and memory.

@jayfroggy

3 жыл бұрын

My dad pasted in 2013 and I feel the same way

@Xnataliebrown

3 жыл бұрын

My mother in law just passed away and the same thing happened to us, it came on the radio as we were driving back home. We had instant tears rolling down our face 💔💔 I think it was her way of talking to us 😥

@roseharvey2664

3 жыл бұрын

OMG, you must have balled your eyes out. Such a lovely song.

@rufusrhino6644

3 жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful morning in Maine and I'm crying my eyes out listening to this song. I'm here because my sister in law is slowly but surely losing her battle with cancer. This song keeps popping up in my head because it says exactly what I would feel like if I lost my love too early in life. But every time I try to sing it my eyes water and my nose starts running. Must be the pollen. Thank you John for writing this song. If it had to be your last you left us a gem.

@TheMarthahopper

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe your Dad wanted you to hear this song.

There aren't many people who can make me cry. But this guy, he reaches a depth inside of me that I can't really explain. His lyrics alone are among the finest poetry ever written. But when he sings them it is an emotional event. I miss you John.

@bobhauswirth4909

4 жыл бұрын

Some people just have that seemingly direct line to your heart

@gandalfshakur8235

3 жыл бұрын

I relate to each remark. Here we had the most amazing personality in a musician of all the world, then bam, lightening struck just a few short years after getting first turned on to him.

@ruthboykin9873

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you Skip!

@barryspears2010

3 жыл бұрын

Yes he does

@carolwillis7549

3 жыл бұрын

Lost my man..4 days before mr prine.. This song will be at my mans wake..of 29 years...ocean eyes of blue...I. remember everything.thank you for the words..I didn't have.....

If John could have picked his last recorded song I think this would have been his choice. A love song to his family and friends... and hopefully to his fans a bit. John, you will be forever missed and forever loved by all your grateful fans.

@lynnfrost7355

4 жыл бұрын

When I heard this song this morning, it pierced my heart. What an awesome farewell as only JP could have said it. What you said T Bush is right on target!

@elizabethdevries8028

4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful comment.

@pattimyers524

4 жыл бұрын

Miss you to.

@bloomz1

4 жыл бұрын

When I Get to Heaven?

@WarpdriveJWB

4 жыл бұрын

@@bloomz1 "When I Get To Heaven" is the very last song, on his very last album, so it holds its' own unique distinction, as well.

John Prine finished his career as strong as he started. The only bad thing about a John Prine performance is that it ends. Simply the best .

@shavec

2 жыл бұрын

Love this! Isn't it amazing that he can have written and performed so many incredible songs.

@johnachenbach4645

6 ай бұрын

for me, he don't end

This man is easily one of the deepest, most unaffected poets in modern history. His music is beautiful yet stark, his melodies are haunting and his lyrics alternately reach, crush and restore a soul. This man is to be revered if not for his music, then for the breadth of his soul, at the very least. Please appreciate the depth of this art. Your soul will be enriched.

@jacquismith3277

8 ай бұрын

I do and it has been. ❤❤

My John Prine story: In the summer of 2013 I was a Bus Operator driving a regular daily bus route from El Paso, Texas to Las Cruces, New Mexico called the Texas/New Mexico Park & Ride. Most of the commuters were students from El Paso going to NMSU, or El Paso residents working in Las Cruces or White Sands Missle Range and vice versa. Las Cruces residents going to school at UTEP or working in El Paso. One morning I'm boarding passengers in downtown El Paso and this one fellow catches my eye. There are homeless shelters near both the downtown El Paso bus stop and the downtown Las Cruces stop, so alot of these characters hopped between shelters on a regular basis. So I eyed him over making sure he was clean and not sneaking in some alcohol as some tended to do. He looked alright and he took a seat a couple of rows behind me. As I got on I-10 he started singing, not too loud, but singing to himself and chuckling at himself and the lyrics he was singing. It took me awhile but I finally realized he was singing John Prine songs. Souvenirs, Dear Abbey, Hello in There and on and on. With 3 stops between El Paso and Las Cruces the drive takes about an hour and fifteen. The whole way he sort of softly sang one song after another. I knew it was kind of annoying some of the passengers seated near him, but no one audibly complained. And even if they did, I wasn't about to ask him to stop. This was a John Prine sort of person. When we reached Las Cruces and as he walked down the steps of the bus I called out to him. A little startled, he turned around and I told him, "thanks for the John Prine concert!" I think I made his day...and John Prine made ours.

@sarahphillips9638

3 жыл бұрын

Lriograndemud

@fleedermouse

3 жыл бұрын

Hello in there

@bearkiels9032

3 жыл бұрын

Awwww .... this is a lovely story. I didn't know John Prine but am here after hearing his song played on the dnc day 1 in memoriam section. His songs are definitely my kind so I wanted to hear the whole song.

@johnstibbs4454

3 жыл бұрын

I discovered John Prine later in life.. he is a wonderful song writer... I'll miss him.

@chrisd0801

3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a story. Would have loved to been on that bus

I've listened to John since the 80s..today was a very incredible day. The love of my life died in '21..I thought I had cried every tear. Then this song opens in my algorithm on the very day I had to get all my paperwork together to apply for my survivor benefits. I had just dumped/recycle ALL our wedding cards and childrens birth cards. I got home, shut off my car and listened to this song. 😓..I will never forget this day. it has been a healing like no other day prior. ThankU for this share. It's on repeat for the rest of the day.❤

He just won two Grammys for this song, most deservedly. Way to go, John, you're a hero to many.

I wasn't aware of Mr. Prine very early in my life but my brother knew who he was. He shared his love of John Prine and I immediately became a lifelong fan. Sadly my brother passed away three weeks ago. We never had the opportunity to talk about this particular song but it made me think of my brother when it first came out. I considered my brother to be sort of the memory of our family. If there ever was a dispute between any of my siblings about long-ago memories we would turn to him to settle the conflict. It's so sad that he was taken by a horrible disease that robbed him and us of his memories(glioblastoma). That's why this song now carries enormous emotional baggage. As much as I will never forget John Prine I will not ever forget my brother, Mathew/

@listening2all

10 ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss of your brother, he would be happy knowing the time and things in common shared will be the very things that you can remember him by and keep you both forever bonded.

@user-ch7ox7fl9z

10 ай бұрын

you are a good man

We miss John Prine, "like the roses miss the dew." Lovely last song.

John, you're missed! My poet laureate, America's soul. I had the privilege of taking my new bride to John's concert at Center Stage in midtown Atlanta in the mid-80's. I was surprised but thrilled that John walked on stage alone, no backup musicians. The audience was silent, captivated by the Master. John played solo for 90-minutes, took one very short break. The lyrics and music were perfection. It's been several years since John passed but he is not forgotten. John, I wish you peace. I hope Steve and you are reunited. The music is alive.

I've never heard this song until it was just now performed on the Grammys in memorandum. My gosh this song is so beautiful and I'm sorry for the loss of this man with his beautiful words.

@dr1204

3 жыл бұрын

i only heard it once or twice before the Grammys, it just floors me! I cant get it out of my head, since the other night. It makes me tear up,but in a good way!

@silvermoondrops

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! Never heard of the artist or song before the grammys. From here on in I will always cherish this song! So beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes! 💖💖💖

@z6886

3 жыл бұрын

@Lyle Johnston that's not nice. It was she singing this beautiful song that led me here.

@z6886

3 жыл бұрын

@Lyle Johnston I find them each beautiful in their own way. I'm sorry you cannot.

@hendrikustenwolde8715

3 жыл бұрын

@@dr1204 Perhaps you should also listen to "The wind blows wild " by Kate Wolf

"I miss you in the morning light, like roses miss the dew". Poets have done magic with words for thousands of years, but it took John Prine to come up with that one.

dear John,, i ate alot of peaches,never put any money in a hole in my arm,saw a few june bugs,had a apartment ,lived thru a warehouse of strangers,saw those diamonds in the sidewalk, even came home curly a few times , but most of all i cannot tell you how many times your music made me smile right down to the core , your music is a legacy that is timeless , Thank you Sir!!!!

@stevedemoe1169

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@teresamellett7758

3 жыл бұрын

Amen

I've been down this road before I remember every tree Every single blade of grass Holds a special place for me And I remember every town And every hotel room Every song I ever sang On a guitar out of tune I remember everything Things I can't forget The way you turned and smiled on me On the night that we first met And I remember every night Your ocean eyes of blue How I miss you in the morning light Like roses miss the dew I've been down this road before Alone as I can be Careful not to let my past Go sneaking up on me Got no future in my happiness Though regrets are very few Sometimes a little tenderness Was the best that I could do I remember everything Things I can't forget Swimming pools of butterflies That slipped right through the net And I remember every night Your ocean eyes of blue How I miss you in the morning light Like roses miss the dew How I miss you in the morning light Like roses miss the dew

I wonder how many of us will know the last song we will sing , make every one count you never know!

When I, a 65 year old man, can feel so saddened by the passing of this man, it says a great deal about him. From the first time I heard his voice through this last song, he is as important an American voice as any we have ever had the great fortune to have had. If he had heard someone say that to his face he would have shrugged and laughed it off. Thankfully his words are with us still.

@michaelgreenbaum3257

2 жыл бұрын

M.g. that is john gentle and humble. We are so fortunate to be in his time. feels like I lost my very bestfreind and I never met him. The music haunts me. I have no more. Words it hurts so much .if. You told him you loved him and his.music He would answer with two words thank you. Humble and gratious to the very end. Rip john prine. All our love always and forever.

I never knew who John Prine was until I heard of his passing. I consider myself very knowledgeable when it comes to music. I have been exploring John's music for the last 5 weeks and I can say that he, without a doubt, has become my most favorite song writer of all time. Such simple song structure with such a powerful message. I'm sad I never got to see you perform John. I hope you are having your vodka and ginger ale next to peaceful waters.

@potusjoe6944

4 жыл бұрын

I only found him 2 yrs ago. Sad that it took me 55 yrs.

@creekwalker62

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, you arrived late to the party. John doesn't mind though. He wrote many many songs. My guess is, around 300? Every one, a treasure. I first heard about John in the mid 80's. I bought his albums, got to see him perform once in '94. His music has a life sustaining quality. Peace, love and Prine.

@dawnlesleyfielding7370

4 жыл бұрын

Loooove his music!!

@peterbuchan4761

4 жыл бұрын

@@creekwalker62 I don't know which one is my favorite because I love them all since 1976 got to see him in Roanoke VA 2019

@creekwalker62

4 жыл бұрын

@@peterbuchan4761 same here, I dont know which is my favorite?

I don’t remember everything, but I’ll always remember you, John Prine.

His last song, and one of his best. Great ending, sir.

Rest in peace John, Not rock n" roll, not blues, not jazz, just American folk songs. Bless you in the heavenlies!

Didn’t wanna cry today, but gosh darn... that was beautiful.

@robertmucha9963

11 ай бұрын

I know what you mean call I can’t stop crying, what a beautiful song

@randystein7374

8 ай бұрын

It was once said, more or less, "A person without a tear is a person without a heart." Cry your heart out, my friends.

“Swimming pools of butterflies, that slipped right through the net.” (Perfection)

@ty9884

3 жыл бұрын

What an image.

I miss u like the roses miss the dew.. u my friend were a warm snowflake.

This makes me cry and think of my late husband, his blue eyes and how much I miss him. And I remember everything, even if it breaks my heart. This is a perfect perfect song that tells a (my) story so well as many others', I know. Thank you, John, for everything.

Thank you to Fiona, Oh Boy Records for sharing this with us. The tribute show was uplifting. Love to all. May love heal this fractured country.

Mark Kinsey’s comment says it for me too. At one of John’s many concerts I attended since 1974 during a pause between songs I yelled out “we love you John.” He gave me that boyish grin and said “I love you too.” Rest easy my friend.

The highlight of tonight’s Grammys.

@rottenpotato4399

3 жыл бұрын

What have we been condescended to...

@rottenpotato4399

3 жыл бұрын

What have we been condescended to...

Sweet songs never last too long on broken radios

@jonw12

Жыл бұрын

Aint it funny how an old broken bottle... looks just like a diamond ring...

@barryallison5378

Жыл бұрын

Though she still laughs with me, she waits just a second too long.

The last 2 hours watching Picture Show was both the happiest and the saddest times since the pandemic. That's truly John Prine at his best. RIP MY FRIEND and my prayers are with the Prine family. He is, and will be forever missed and in my heart❤🌈

@carlapotts9543

4 жыл бұрын

I forgot I missed it how do I find it

@AndyShearer

4 жыл бұрын

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@donnaclick6291

4 жыл бұрын

This is a lovely easy kinda song. A message for us, from him, going to great beyond. Rest well, brother friend! It's easy to harmonize with, too! Thanks, John Prine.

I was introduced to John Prine by my dad playing his records when I was young. His likes became my likes. I miss them both terribly.

@elizabethcolley6383

4 жыл бұрын

Same here...the day John died it felt like I lost a piece of my father as well.

@LazyIRanch

4 жыл бұрын

I was the one who turned my Mom onto John Prine, in a way. I was 30 when I moved back in with my parents for @ 6 months during my horrible divorce. Mom heard me playing John's music on my stereo, and the song "Speed of the Sound of Loneliness" just blew her away. She came in the room with tears in her eyes, asked me to play it again, then we both hugged and cried as we listened to the lyrics. She loved music, and had excellent taste. Later I smiled as I heard her singing from the kitchen in her lovely contralto voice, "What in the world's come over you?..." She would be 100 this year if she were still with us, and I still miss her every day.

@unclerufus6749

4 жыл бұрын

I was knee deep in a bottle of bourbon when I wrote this and another comment. Caught a serious case of feelings. I usually dont post anything. Made me feel a little bit better to see that I wasn't as alone as i felt.

We cry because we miss him. We smile because we knew him. All our lives have been enriched because of John and his music. We thank you and love you John. See you on the other side.

Listened to this guy more than half my 68 years, sad that he’s gone but, he’ll be here forever.

@adamaskew2866

3 жыл бұрын

My dad took me to see him in Omaha,on his last tour he was so funny so underrated

@klondike6semperfi

3 жыл бұрын

word of knowledge ☝...

John should be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.

I lost my dad 15 years ago, when we all lost John I felt like I lost a little more of my connection with my dad. I always wondered how much he would have enjoyed John's newer songs. Missing both of them right now.

Someday COVID will be in our past - but you, John Prine and all you meant to us - over and over and over - will keep pace with eternity as more generations are introduced to your music. Damn that virus for taking you too soon. We will never forget you.

One of the most beautiful songs ever.

What a way to bow out. His songs will last forever. Thank you John Prine, and all the love to Fiona, family & friends.

Touched by heart. I’m remembering you tonight John and offering prayers for Fiona

His last. I think it's my favorite. It's like he jumped into my heart and unscrambled the alphabet into perfection.

His voice became so powerful as he aged. I remember in an interview with Terry Gross, he discussed talking with his doctor about an upcoming surgery and the doctor had concerns about how his voice would sound afterwards and John replied, "Have you ever heard me sing?"

@jacquismith3277

8 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 ❤

@patricias5122

7 ай бұрын

He was always self deprecating about his voice. But I loved it. His beautiful guitar playing was his voice.

Like roses miss the dew. Thank you John.

A national treasure, we need more people like John and Fiona in the world today. His songwriting was masterful, imagination like no other and happy and generous. Thx to Fiona and her boys and all the musicians who made tonight’s show one of the highlights of the past few months. Tears and smiles and great memories. All the best to Fiona, see you on the other side a John. So glad John got the recognition he always deserved the last couple of years. ✌🏻

Coming up on the fourth anniversary of Jon's death from the coronavirus... I had been released from the hospital that day... it was my first time having to stay overnight in one... His passing was crushing.. Rest easy J.P. you are missed and loved ❤ 🎶🎸

soul and genius with a touch childhood just to make sure you know it's me.. john. I miss you also

This world will never be the same without him. I'm so honored to have met him.

@Paul-fh4yj

4 жыл бұрын

It’s sad such a talented man has passed but he’s made this world a better place and still does ,still puts a big smile on my face everyday 😉

@100perdido

4 жыл бұрын

I never got to meet him but I went to see him play in Mobile Alabama.. I was playing pinball in a bar afterward and looked up to see John playing the machine next to me. I was too overwhelmed to speak but just getting to play pinball next to my hero was a great honor.

This song just hit #1 on Billboard. His first #1. RIP JP.

My John Prine story: My wife and I went to see JP a few years ago in PA. During intermission we went out to the lobby and Jason Wilber was at the table where they were selling CDs, hats, t-shirts etc. We got to talking with JW and told him that we were recently married and one of the songs played at the wedding was "In Spite of Ourselves" as it kinda reminding us of us. JW said to write down that little story and he would try to pass the note along to JP. Well after intermission and the audience had settled down we noticed JW walk up to John, whisper in his ear and gave him a piece of paper. John smiled and turned to the audience and said he had a special request to sing "In Spite of Ourselves" for some newly weds. He said he doesn't normally play this as it is a duet with a female singer, but he said he never sung the female part before so it may be a little fun. And he played the song, sang both parts to the hilarious audience. He seemed to really get a kick out of doing that for us and we were gobsmaked that he did. Thank you John for singing it for us and thank you Jason for making it happen.

After seeing this on the Grammys. I lost it completely now seeing this...I am barely holding on.

I feel so privileged to have walked on this earth during the lifetime of this super talent and special man. In this cruel world his songs and music made life beautiful and bearable. No doubt John you are in heaven. John Prine will live forever in our hearts and minds into future generations. His last song is as prescient and poignant as his first. The Tree of Forgiveness album also proves that John Prine was always right on point, and right on time.

@Mark.H.9192

4 жыл бұрын

Tracy, you are a beautiful writer. Wonderful comment! I am still smiling through the tears.

They can play this one at my funeral. Can't think of a better way to go out.

I agree with the man who said John was the best friend that he never met. His songs were food for my soul.

We recently had a still born baby, which has been devastating and this song really gets me. I have played it over and over.

@michele21auntiem

2 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry. I lost my baby to still birth in 1985. You do learn to carry it.

@MikeMirarchi

Жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry for your losses, Bradley and Michele. I'm glad this song gives you comfort, Bradley.

@thegolfnut812

7 ай бұрын

A couple of years ago our daughter had a still born baby girl, full term. Our daughter and husband have been blessed with another little girl. I pray that you all will overcome this heartbreak and be blessed with other children.

Centuries of songs, and it takes John Prine in his last song to say "Like roses miss the dew."

drank bourbon tonight while watching this tribute...laughed and cried... John was truly a song's best friend.

This guy was just one great songwriter, one of the very best.

Congrats to John, the John Prine family and Oh Boy Records for the Grammy Wins.

My parents discovered John Prine early in his career when he would sing at the Earl of Oldtown in Chicago. My brothers and sisters and I grew up with his music and those incredible lyrics as the backdrop of our childhood. There was the added connection that our family had its roots in Kentucky, as did John's. All these years later, listening to the songs that I could sing by heart at the age of ten, it is clear to me why. There is nothing banal about his music. It's just full of truth, like he wrote the songs really for himself. Thank goodness he was generous enough to share them with the rest of us.

@timothyflynn7945

2 жыл бұрын

John and his pal Steve Goodman were two of the greatest songwriters ever. I spent my late 20's and early 30's frequenting the Earl, the Quiet Knight and Somebody Else's Troubles before moving to Denver and never enjoyed any live music more than by these two and Claudia Schmidt and Fred Holstein.

"like roses miss the dew" Oh, how we miss you, John Prine

Dear God how I miss this man. I didn't realize that so many felt as I did, that they'd lost a good friend. RIP John, your songs mean more than I can say. You were a bright light in the world.

@markrenfrow9873

Жыл бұрын

John is gone, but the light remains with us as long as we remember and play the music.

From Illegal Smile, Angel From Montgomery, I Remember Everything and John Prine always has helped me do just that. Today I remember the bittersweet taste of tears. See you down the road John Prine.

Memories that can't be bought. Or ever forgotten. Thank you John. For everything.

@kathleenmcwhirter3583

4 жыл бұрын

"boughten"

Congratulations John posthumously.You should be here to accept this award.One of the most beautiful songs of the decade.

Not once has this song failed to make me cry my eyes out

@sharonazar1

3 жыл бұрын

Same here...

On this dark, rainy Christmas Eve, as I face the reality that I am getting old, and I think of my father's last hours that I shared with him not so long ago... I can't get this song out of my head. Was a fan of John Prine from sometime in the early '70s, until he left us. Spent a few nights in small venues with him. I remember a lot. Thank you, John, and please give my regards to The Big Man, as I know you have his ear. See ya soon.

Coronavirus stole his genius from us. RIP John Prine. American treasure.

@Dzztzt

3 жыл бұрын

Now the monsters are trying to steal his legacy to bury it.

It's hard not to love John Prine. Some folks love the roots, some folks love the stems, and some the blooms....I would give anything but my dog to have him back.

After listening to this song a few more times, I believe I appreciate the tone of John’s “mature” voice even more❣️

I remember everything you've done for my mental stability. Thanks John see you on the other side.

John Prine is the common man's hero if there ever was one.

I remember you John and all your Fans will always be here for your lovely Fiona and your sons. Rest Easy Handsome Johnny ❤❤

@crystalcox119

4 жыл бұрын

My gosh my heart still aches with pain. I miss and love you so very much Handsome Johnny 💔💔

Man..... i miss John Prine. Pay attention , all you "country" artists. This is how you take something simple, and make it pure gold.

@stoneman28

Жыл бұрын

They can't hear you with all the shit in their ears.

He was a national treasure!!!!!

What a blessing for those of us mourning his passing! Rest in Power and Peace, John. You were a huge part of my life.

@deankleinhans199

4 жыл бұрын

You mean he is a part of your life. His impact will not be displaced or forgotten. Every time I sing one of his tunes he is here with me again.

@peterbuchan4761

4 жыл бұрын

Northern Witch, Dean Klinehans well said, Thanks to some friends that lived above us in our first apartment in Springfield we have enjoyed John's music since then and that was 1976, recently we had seen him in Roanoke 2019, Beautiful song to his beautiful Fiona the love of his life

Today, thinking of John. Thanks for the very lovely memories, John ❤️

I saw John in Chicago in 1975, loved his songs and the way he told his story about being a Mail Man. I’ve seen him 4 times since, miss that guy, I’m a guitar player and most of the songs I play are Prine songs.

Hello in There, was such an important song. It made me visit my grandmas, so much more, than anyone else did. Lots of lonely older people out there, keep in touch with them. They need to hear and see your smile. Thank you, John, you passed before I got to see you. God Rest Your beautiful soul. You really LOVED PEOPLE. and WE REALLY LOVE YOU...RIP.

@davidholton9667

2 ай бұрын

Hello how are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song

A good man who could take me to a different place.You will be missed very much 😊 my friend.God speed and God bless your family.Tell a story like no other.I wonder; did you get your nine mile cigarette?😘My uncle turned me on to his music in the seventies.I am now 59 and there is not one song of his that I don't remember.Everone of his songs is like listening to a good sunny day.I remember everything 😘😘😀My uncle turned me on to your music in the 70s.He knew what he was doing;I know all of your songs and cry Everytime I hear one.Oh John; I remember everything!!!😘P.S. I am now 59 years old!!!God bless Fiona and family.

Jesus. Did not plan to ball my eyes out on this Thursday night.

@elizabethdevries8028

4 жыл бұрын

I didn't plan on cryin' my eyes out Saturday mornin'. Sure do miss him.

if i have heard a more beautiful song i don't remember it. a 68 year man close to tears.

@mrchildgrownold3852

Жыл бұрын

This 66 year old is crying right now, sometimes John hits to close

i'm french and 65 older , i think this man is one of the best singer and guitarist i know ..

This simple but beautiful song exemplifies everything about why John Prine endeared himself to so many people. Unique voice.....a story teller....comforting relaxing pace.....a guitar well played....without any drama or props.....song after song and year after year. To me, he was more than an entertainer. He was, and will forever be, a dear friend who I have spent endless hours with. I wish I could have met him.

@davidmott1969

Жыл бұрын

I have fashioned many of my own songs on his style.The beauty of simplicity was his trademark.

Thank you so much to all who have shared personal stories about their singing idol, or best friend they never knew. My wife and I heard John in concert with Iris Dement at the Ryman a few years ago. He sang all the duets he had recorded with her, and some that she stood in for others. After John had sung for nearly three hours without a break, he shouted out to the crowd, "Have ya'll had enough?" And the place went wild. After that, he said the same thing about every twenty minutes, and the crowd kept getting louder and louder every time he would say that. He finally ended the concert after four hours of performing non-stop. It was a remarkable feat that I will never forget. And I know what it takes to perform for three hours even with breaks.

John Prine was everyone's friend.

My uncle turned me on to John many years ago. We would get together and sing all of his songs with our friends. Great times my friends. I miss you like the roses miss the dew. R.I.P. MR . JOHN PRINE WHEN I GET TO HEAVEN I'M SURE I'LL SEE YOU AND MY UNCLE TO ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

I was not ready to be this heart-broken over John Prine. Always will be it seems.

The end when he looks briefly into the camera. Heartwrenching and heartwarming.

John is just one of so many we have lost to Covid. So sad, but mostly angry he is gone due to denial of the risks we all face. Damn.

John sat with me in my dump hotel room while I recorded my song set with him and Joni as my only audience..I know what heaven is..been there...when he Sings he remembers every hotel room..I am there again..John nodding "next' with a smile that motivates me to this day... I turned those tunes into a career..love is to small a word for me ...for you....JP.