I am 72 years old, I have been listening to this man for ABOUT FOUR WEEKS!! - Just four bloody weeks - How did this genius get past me for all those years. I am into lyrics, Dylan, Kristofferson, Shane McGowan, I do not know whether to be overjoyed at "discovering" him or distraught at the lost time.

@theduck848

4 жыл бұрын

Be overjoyed Andrew. Enjoy the gift.

@gregsmht40

4 жыл бұрын

Me as well 👍🏼🇺🇸

@sharonazar1

4 жыл бұрын

my thoughts exactly!! at least we are fortunate enough to have discovered this beautiful, deep heart and precious voice...

@brandonshaw7619

4 жыл бұрын

I don't know if he has acted in any others but check out the movie Daddy and Them. It's a Billy Bob Thornton vehicle but it's got some of the greatest actors in it its kind of a dark comedy but johns in it it came out I think 01 or 03.

@Flargblargyar

4 жыл бұрын

Andrew Molloy are you familiar with Townes Van Zandt? I discovered him 1.5 years ago after watching a band cover one of his songs and it moved me. So started digging around his catalog and the journey through his music has profoundly changed me. It even lead me to discovering John Prine. I'd recommend Live at the Old Quarter as a good starting place if your interested. Take care

The world has lost one of the finest songwriters ever. Words don't do John Prine justice. He was the best..

@melaniemarshall6942

4 жыл бұрын

Truth... Xo

@rdickinsondickinson

4 жыл бұрын

Jeff Parks yes

@ratherb.anonymous1260

4 жыл бұрын

Not ashamed to admit I cried. He was a personal hero of mine.

@jvowell1957

4 жыл бұрын

I had never heard of him and maybe 27 years ago I heard the song The Missing Years. And I've stumbled across many more through the years heard Summer's in recently and I can I don't think I can ever get through without tearing up. It's a toss-up between between which one choke me up more Summer's end or hello in there the video with the stills of older people

@SuperBollus

3 жыл бұрын

"John Prine was, without a doubt, one of the greatest songwriters this world will ever know. Many people more qualified than me have written about why that is. And many more will follow. Greatest or not, here’s what it comes down to for me and here’s why he rests on my heart’s mountain top: Because he cared enough to look - at me, you, all of us - until he saw what was noble, and then he wrapped us up in melodies and sung us back to ourselves. That was the miracle of John Prine. And it was enough." Iris Dement I am from Australia and there has not a week gone by that I haven't cried about losing such an amazing, humble talent. Heart broken doesn't describe it.

My husband was older than me and was a fan of folk music and listened to Prine. He passed away a year and a half ago and now I search endlessly for him through Prine's lyrics. My husband wasn't a huge communicator but now I understand how deeply he felt being connected to his music. I feel him in the music.

@mackenzieobrien510

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Music really is a part of us! I hope you experience him again and again through John's music!

@ThePot80

4 ай бұрын

Beautiful post. ❤

@colinsacks8200

3 ай бұрын

@@ThePot80 This is my cover of John Prine's song about old folks. I am one now, and still love the song. I will keep doing John Prine songs until I too am gone. kzread.info/dash/bejne/naOVsbd6Z5nWabQ.html

@aiverway5064

3 ай бұрын

I'm very sorry for you (love from France)

@nomdeguer915

2 ай бұрын

It is wonderful to have a sense of Joy and sadness! I am sorry for your loss! i can appreciate the gifts your husband has given you! if you need to, get some help, tell a friend! but above all pray. And hang on, there is more!

I'm 62. I've always HEARD of John Prine, but never listened to any of his stuff. Last week of March, 2020, as I walked to my truck to go to work, a mangy looking cat dropped out from the fenderwell of it and met me, obviously blind, obviously hungry. I got him some food, and a dish of water, and went to work. On the way to work, I turned on Sirius radio and "Hello in there" came on. I really enjoyed it, and did some phone flipping at work to find the video, and then this song. When I got home that night, that cat was waiting on me. I fed him again, gave him fresh water and a cardboard box and an old jacket to curl up on. Next morning, he was back up in my wheelwell when I came out to go to work. Long story short, Sebastian now has his own apartment at the back of the garage and while not totally blind, has some trouble seeing after being beat up so bad in the woods, his eyes taking the worst of it. His shot records and doctors records are longer than mine, and he loves about anyone that'll show him the least bit of affection, which is everybody that meets him! John Prine died about a week after Sebastian and I met, and I've kicked myself for not getting acquainted with him music earlier in my life, but then, the impact it's had on me lately surely makes up for it. He's missed HERE, for sure, but for that mangy cat and me? Hello in there, indeed!

@Birddog67

3 ай бұрын

The world needs more people like you and more music like John Prine!

@timothylewis2450

Ай бұрын

@@Birddog67Indeed!

@timothyrowland1501

27 күн бұрын

Reading your comment as the tune played. The two fit so well together. Like puzzle pieces. Synchronicity just follows John's music around.

Gutted. A legend in every sense of the word. A world class artist and an even better human being. Wish I had the words to express my sorrow right now.

@Anbashe

4 жыл бұрын

Sad very sad

@Garuda_E

4 жыл бұрын

Just discovered him through this song today... half an hour before I heard the news.

@SALVATl0N

4 жыл бұрын

This didn't have to happen. We've been robbed.

@theplanissuccess

4 жыл бұрын

@@Garuda_E I'm so very glad you're getting to know him. I know that'd make him happy ❤️

@raelene101

4 жыл бұрын

Me too.

John Prine in my opinion is the most honest songwriter I have ever heard.

@danielueblacker9118

5 жыл бұрын

His good buddy Steve Goodman in there also. God Bless pure songs from the heart.

@heatherbrown4632

5 жыл бұрын

DON'T FORGET WILLIE

@theresa_lili

5 жыл бұрын

AMEN.

@RandyRichey1965

5 жыл бұрын

I discovered him in 1968 when I was serving in the Army in Germany.... yes, he always told it like it was

@carolfrederick2674

5 жыл бұрын

So TRUE...AND THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR ADDED OBSERVATIONS AND THOUGHTS.....

I never knew who John Prine was until I heard of his passing. For the last 2 weeks I have been exploring his music and I can say that he has quickly become my favorite songwriter. Don't be sad, he lives through the music. Stand by peaceful waters.

@gregsmht40

4 жыл бұрын

Me as well 👍🏼🇺🇸

@thomasrussell2789

4 жыл бұрын

He's been my favorite artist for about 50 years 1970's-2019

@weisheit9731

4 жыл бұрын

Same

@alancanham2956

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah and me! UK❤️

@outdooradventures8773

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too

Beautiful. If that doesn’t bring a tear to your eyes and put a lump in your throat, you’re not human. Thanks John. We miss you. ❤️

@toddmoore3105

3 жыл бұрын

I cry just about every time

@thomasholland3289

2 жыл бұрын

every time... God Bless John Prine

@storytimewithrodney

2 жыл бұрын

Life is beautiful, and Life without Death is not complete and if it is not complete it is not beautiful, so that makes it not ugly, but it needs a drink or two. John sure captured the essence of Beautiful. Thanks to John for sharing.

@loriparker7755

Жыл бұрын

I AGREE 100%

@bazilnaps

Жыл бұрын

My father died from an overdose a few years ago when I was in highschool and I’ve never quite gotten over it. This song means so much to me and the music video just makes me cry. I would hate for any one to go through losing someone they love due to addictions. John Prine was an amazing man and this is an amazing song I wish I could’ve seen him live.

Holy shit John, that just broke my old heart. I'm sittin here, a full grown man, bawling like a baby. Very powerful stuff.

@jvowell1957

4 жыл бұрын

Ya

@ThomasPowellNZ

4 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@eddisc4205

4 жыл бұрын

me too

@gregsmht40

4 жыл бұрын

Me2

@bradfordarmstrong9792

4 жыл бұрын

Same.

Thank God for answered prayers!! After many years of addiction, my niece came home and has been 2 yrs sober!! We are so very proud of her!!

@kellyparkinson8594

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing, I pray she's still doing well and she should know she's not alone and what she's accomplished takes more strength than overcoming anything. Thank you for sharing. We all should open up more about opiate addiction or any addiction. There is still too much stigma or indifference to those affected by addiction. Sharing and discussing it is healing and brings about more awareness for more action to be taken to provide quality treatment available to everyone.

@RDe-dw4sj

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing. I'm waiting for my 22 yr old niece to do the same.

@jsbnewport3064

Жыл бұрын

I got clean in Oct 88. Still clean today. It works if you want it.

@mmac7266

Жыл бұрын

Tell her I'm proud of her too!

@Retiredin

Жыл бұрын

Just stay it’s the easier softer way believe me I know some don’t make it back

I discovered this song by John about the time my 95 year old mother's health started descending very rapidly, and I would listen to the song, and play the song for her every visit, and we would sit and cry and remember the good and bad times of our lives. The morning she left us, I sat in the room with her and listened to the song over and over and knew she was going home. Say hello in there to John Prine mom and same for you John, and thank you for all of the wonderful music you left with us.

@TheWaltm

2 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how a piece of music can put everything in perspective, even though it hurts, it is one of the most beautiful things about life...

@storytimewithrodney

2 жыл бұрын

It is amazing how John would gives us understanding where there is no understanding.

@WhiteRussian82td

2 жыл бұрын

Heart is breaking for you my friend. I think all who've lost whether we all acknowledge or not, we all notice they're all still here.

@beemanrunning977

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful sentiments Ed. Sorry for your loss.

@danielinnj

2 жыл бұрын

t e a r s . . . I just found out my Uncle Died. I always thought I would see him again.

I lost my husband to addiction. I play this song a lot. He loved John Prine as much as I do. RIP Big G

Awesome video. The graveyard this is filmed in is actually right beside my house. And the older man is my great uncle. Thanks again for the music John!

@mat11trick

5 жыл бұрын

That's really cool!

@strongwall1

5 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a lovely connection. And you know just when I thought John couldn't break my heart again he comes-out with this masterpiece.

@plathrop7737

5 жыл бұрын

Such a fun fact bro!

@BrianCarnevaleB26

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you John Prine We never stop doing the things we love.

@dakklub

5 жыл бұрын

Well your Great Uncle is one helluva actor,, perfect in this piece.

Been reading these comments, a lot of good-hearted people on here. Maybe there's still hope for this old world, after all. Thanks John for giving us a doorway......

@lau_dhondt

4 жыл бұрын

Songs like these tend to remind people of what's important. Rip John.

@clintonellyson9675

4 жыл бұрын

The world is full of good people. If you can't find one be one.

@amywilliams8927

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that same thing

@mikehagan4320

4 жыл бұрын

I went to see J.P. in concert in Seattle a few years ago. I made a number of new Friends as we waited to get into the Paramount Theater. I doubt we would have agreed much about politics. But I know we all want the same things in life for ourselves and our future generations. Let's Make it Happen. Let's Talk and more Importantly Let's Listen. Best Wishes to all of my J.P. Friends! M.H.

@Flargblargyar

4 жыл бұрын

A lot of people say the comments section of KZread video is a dumpster fire. If this is a dumpster fire well then it's keeping me warm from the cold in the world with the lovely messages of encouragement that everybody's leaving. Stay beautiful people ❤

62 year old man cry’s like a baby every time I hear this song. Thanks John

Ireland cried when John Prine died.... “John’s songs are marked by a sensitivity and social conscience and capture the experience of those on the margins in societies, who have suffered broken dreams, broken homes, and broken hearts. His songs were profound and soulful, often sorrow-tinged, but ultimately affirming and wrapped in a distinctively mischievous humour. A regular feature of and beloved presence in Galway, his songs brought a troupe of captivating characters with him and set them free in small packed rooms in Kinvara, Headford, and Galway City. He had a great love for the Irish landscape, especially the Burren and Flaggy Shore, as well as for the Irish people with whom he felt a great freedom. He was held in deep affection and warmth in particular in the village of Kinvara, where he had a home, and where his sessions in Greene’s were legendary. Despite being one of Johnny Cash's 'big four' he was marked by a great humility. He always used local musicians as support acts for his concerts in Ireland, and collaborated with renowned Irish musicians, such as Dolores Keane, Paul Brady, Declan O'Rourke, Arty McGlynn, and most particularly before his passing, 'the Clontarf cowboy' Philip Donnelly. It was fitting that he was the last act to play a concert in Seapoint as a venue before it was converted to a bingo hall." Michael D Higgins, President, The Republic of Ireland

Born. October 10, 1946 (age 71). Maywood, Illinois, In early 1998, Prine was diagnosed with squamous cell cancer on the right side of his neck. He had major surgery to remove a substantial amount of diseased tissue, followed by six weeks of radiation therapy. The surgery removed a piece of his neck and severed a few nerves in his tongue, while the radiation damaged some salivary glands. A year of recuperation and speech therapy was necessary before he could perform again. The operation altered his vocals, and has added a gravelly tone to his voice. In 2013, Prine learned he had cancer in his left lung and underwent surgery to remove it. After the surgery, a physical therapist put him through an unusual workout to build stamina: Prine was required to run up and down his house stairs, grab his guitar while still out of breath and sing two songs. Six months later, he was touring again.

Terrible loss. Just as pure an 'artist' as there ever was. Genius in the simplest way. This song brings tears to my 65 year old eyes. Your home now John. God Speed.

@lunchcrasher

4 жыл бұрын

This is incredible. My Uncle Mike passed away a few years ago and this is exactly how he would describe John Prine. Genius in the simplest way. Brian, thank you for reminding me of some great times during some hard times. Thank you, John, for bringing all kinds of people together from all walks of life. You truly were one of a kind.

@brianmccloskey6451

4 жыл бұрын

@@lunchcrasher It's been a crazy time for sure. I think John Prine's passing has had more of an impact than almost any famous actor or artist. His music touched a lot of people and he'll be sorely missed.

I'm 69 and started listening to John in the early 70s. Is was blessed by his magic

@kathygillman5450

3 күн бұрын

Me too!

Can’t believe I would say this but I think his voice has so much more character now than when he was younger, if that’s even possible. Still one of my faves. Gone way too soon.

@MarcosBryant-lj8zi

Жыл бұрын

What do you admire most about John

@Juliamiller56

9 ай бұрын

His heart & brain, both in gear

@anelladambrosio2513

9 ай бұрын

​@@MarcosBryant-lj8ziciao Marco!🙋😊😘💘🌅

@kellputt51

9 ай бұрын

..and I think he was a better pure singer as he healed from those last surgeries . I thought I was the only one who noticed that... holding his notes longer... etc.. RIP John

@scottbrown1772

6 ай бұрын

He best

I lost my boy to Addiction and suicide. Thank you for such empathy. It is a reflective song for me and I appreciate it.

@donnamariepszoniak6101

4 жыл бұрын

So Very sorry for your loss of your Beautiful Son 👏👏😢😢

@mairtinstiobhaird4285

4 жыл бұрын

My love to you.

@scrapeteel920

4 жыл бұрын

Love to you

@TheStevilknevil

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry Steve. Thanks for sharing your story.

@sryburn641

4 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry Steve. Thinking of you and your family.

It's totally transparent why everyone loves John Prine. Never knew him. Miss him.

That little girl crying gets me everytime

We can all spend the rest of our lives praising this song and it will still never get the credit it deserves. A master songwriter. RIP John Prine

@jamiearcher8133

2 жыл бұрын

BEST STORY TELLA EVA❤️

What a friggin' tear jerker....multitude of reasons....

I’m fifty-nine years old. And now that John’s passed on it’s hard to fill his musical void. I’ve found a few that are trying to carry it forward. Thanks god for small miracles. R.I.P. J.E.P. The whole world misses you. 10-10-46 4-7-2020🎶

Truly one of the greatest songwriters to ever live

Two days...and I don't think I've ever been hit so hard by a celebrity death. Have been playing his music for two days....and letting it sink in that he's gone. And then this video......my mom passed when I was 13. I had an 8 year old sister. I'm 66 now. I know my mother's death affected my grandfather....her father.....but I never thought much about my sister....until this video...because it captures the pain of loss for both the father and the child. Damn John......you left too soon.

@jamesnutting5407

4 жыл бұрын

That’s me

@KathgoKat

4 жыл бұрын

still listening,smiling and cryin...weeks later

@KathgoKat

4 жыл бұрын

@David Simmons still listening,smiling and cryin weeks later....

@dougpettit7367

4 жыл бұрын

@@KathgoKat Yep. Came across his rendition of "In The Garden" with Mac Wiseman the other day. Had never heard that and it's one of my favorite religious songs anyway....that one made my eyes sweat.

@dileas4892

4 жыл бұрын

Me too, so sad

This song always brings tears to my eyes. I have a grown daughter who I have not seen in over a year. I always think of her when I hear this.

@kimhennessy8721

2 жыл бұрын

Leave the door open and may she find her way.

@emmettpond5714

2 жыл бұрын

Here is your chance to bring her home.

@jamesedwards2237

Жыл бұрын

It's been about that long for me...

@iamwillmason

Жыл бұрын

... 16 years for me, and our daughter lives with her mother a mile away. I have been fighting the powerful criminal homosexual Catholic politicians in Reading, Pennsylvania, since I was 10 years old. I know pure sorrow and bitterness toward these evil men.

@lawrence1960

Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry..I hope she comes home soon.

I cried for 3 days when we lost John to COVID. As a nurse, my nerves were raw, and watching people die night after night, it was too much. Saw John Prine for the first time when I was 16. It was 50 years ago. I still weep listening to the beauty of John's music, and of course the man himself.

@annetterohla8932

9 ай бұрын

Well,if it's any consolation to you,I passed out in the UNC Hosp.ED with COVID while the nurse was jamming the needle in my arm to take blood,and woke up on a gurney,with a crowd of staff surrounding me staring down with worry.The fever had kept me from eating or having water,because I was too sick to eat,or stand to grocery shop.I was dischared barely walking within two hours,untreated,and am still alive.Of course,I'm not John Prine,but the nurse drawing my blood had gotten as sick and weak as I was previously with COVID,and was on duty treating patients,and lots of the hospital staff had healed from COVID,and were back working while I was there.I hope the surviving functioning,thriving hospital personell will be an inspiration and reminder to us all,and as will the rest of us survivors.

@AnotherOrangeJulius

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your work during these terrible times. I have the greatest respect.

@richardmontgomery2567

9 ай бұрын

I attended Merlefest a few months after John passed. I must have heard at least 6 bands play Paradise. He was well loved amongst his peers, it was sweet.

@honkytonk2010

9 ай бұрын

Me as well 😢

@michaelzinc1

8 ай бұрын

I am still trying to get my head around John being gone. Still, despite what Fiona thinks and said, Trump was not responsible for John's passing. @@honkytonk2010

I just discovered this great man called John Prine and i can't stop crying. This is beyond perfection.

@lindaontour

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed he was a carrier of the light.

@toddmoore3105

3 жыл бұрын

I love John Prine miss him darley I'll never forget him such a Great man covid sucks.

@lindaontour

3 жыл бұрын

@@toddmoore3105 It is incredibly sad. I have loved him since I first heard 'Speed at the Sound of Loneliness'. We can only be grateful that he left so much of himself behind in his songs and understanding of humanity.

@billsweeney6864

3 жыл бұрын

John prime will live in me forever he,s done so much music that hits home

@ghenderson6717

3 жыл бұрын

I feel exactly the same. Just discovered him. Can't believe it. What a great musician. This song stirs a lot of emotions in me. I hope he has arrived well in the life after this.

I am sobbing. Perfectly captured something bittersweet. One hell of a masterpiece.

@growing.flowers

2 жыл бұрын

I am devastated.

In this world of ours a songwriter and voice like John Prine comes along once in a blue moon. How lucky we have been to have the honor of his genius in our lifetime. Many of his melodic songs are filled with wit, humor and times gone by, while in others John digs deep and his words just hits you in your gut and heart. May he forever rest in the arms of the angels.

I cry every time I hear this song for all the dear people I've lost because of addiction. Still one of his best

I bought John’s first album around 1971 I guess. When I listen to John I either laugh or cry. I’ll be listening till the day I die. Thank you John!!

@cathyfarris6209

2 жыл бұрын

1971. Me, too. And everything changed for me. The man's soul was in every word he wrote. His songs haunt me to this day. How can he be real? He knows so much about the human condition that it's scary! And he's gone before I ever got to see him perform in person. Oh my heart!

@gpwcowboy

2 жыл бұрын

He and Steve Goodman. Chicago country boys.

@malcolmplatt3768

2 жыл бұрын

I wore the grooves off that album. That was a lifetime ago and the words to every song on it are etched into my brain.

"come on home" some of the most comforting words one can hear

@BlueRidgeMtns100

4 жыл бұрын

You don't need an addiction to need to hear those words!

@lastnamefirst4035

4 жыл бұрын

Less you dont have one

@BlueRidgeMtns100

4 жыл бұрын

@@lastnamefirst4035 Don't have ... addiction or home? If that strong and safe home was never there, then that person probably feels more alone and bereft than those blessed with the backing of a loving home.

@lisalawton7867

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely feel comfy listening !💖

@lastnamefirst4035

4 жыл бұрын

@@BlueRidgeMtns100 yep, those words can make it more lonely.

How he stayed this good at this age is unprecedented. I can't think of one other musical act that kept this level. He will be eternally at his prime.

@foolfromms

10 ай бұрын

John Prine and Tom Petty my faves

@anelladambrosio2513

9 ай бұрын

​@@foolfrommsciao amico!🙋😊😍💘🌅

@aaronzimmerman4371

9 ай бұрын

Another John (cash) did as well

@mikebates8402

5 ай бұрын

Prime Prine

One of the most beautiful and devastating songs at the same time. National treasure!

I can not watch this video without crying. I play this song almost daily, and I choke up every time I play it.

@Turf1able

Жыл бұрын

Me as well. Understood.

@kennethmackenzie2996

Жыл бұрын

Yes, a beautiful sad song, but also happy.

@lucymorgan8859

Жыл бұрын

Same, Mark...💜💙💜

This song and video have hit me like a freight train. I lost my father, my friends, and family to the pain pill epidemic in Eastern Kentucky. I've watched my uncles raise their grandchildren. I've watched numerous people who I went to school with OD or have to go to suboxone clinics. This is truth in the purest form. I tear up and get a lump in my throat everytime I watch it. Thank you John for telling our story.

@Haarbueschel

5 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry for your losses. Hard to imagine how that must feel. Peace be with you.

@TimothyRChurch

5 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry for your losses. May you find peace in your heart through it all.

@justaname2422

5 жыл бұрын

Happening in southern Ohio also. Fuck opioids

@Magnificent.Scrotum

5 жыл бұрын

Kimberly Ann : And thank you, too. I have lost many friends and family to opiods. I hope you're ok. Hang in there.

@copasetic216

5 жыл бұрын

Sorry

The world is at a loss without this beautiful human.

This video crushes me every time. Seeing that child cry absolutely tears me apart. Beautiful song...and such a haunting video.

His son at the end, like us all a man who had to face down his own life, thank you John for being a man who loved and was loved

John, thank you so much for your music, an amazing gift to this world. Please never stop.

The only artist that can have me in tears and then moments later laughing in the next video. What a great man.

This song hits hard. My cousins and I were raised together because our parents couldn't get it together. My cousins had it worse than me. .y great aunt did the best she could. She raised 2 generations of kids. Drugs and alcohol destroyed multiple generations in my family.

Muhlenberg county native here. Thank you John for telling my story with this song. My bonus kids lost their mom and this song was so fitting relating to the survivors. I'm crying...

@kellyparkinson8594

3 жыл бұрын

My 76 yo father's favorite song is Paradise so he would love to know you.

@kaylaeckerd6797

10 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, this is an all to common story in Appalachia 💔

I had a bad day yesterday and needed John Prine. I reached back into my secret place and pulled out a few of John’s best for me. I have said it many times, no one can get in my head like John Prine. He knows what I am thinking and moves me to center again. I so miss him and his magic tonic that is like no other. Thank GOD for his tunes an Lyrics that will endure for eternity. 🩺

I am heartbroken. We all wanted you to "come on home" tonight John, but it wasn't meant to be that way. But your words have touched us deeply, and we are all grateful.

@duquerendon3919

4 жыл бұрын

He was something else..an American classic and a true gentleman.. RIP JOHN PRINE..my heart aches

@raptors4life503

4 жыл бұрын

Legend is all that needs to be said

@TheKenTerry

4 жыл бұрын

He did come home. Just in a different way. He's having vodka and gingerale.

@jamesbulger3826

4 жыл бұрын

Very well said

@valsago

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheKenTerry Probably smoking a 9 mile cigarette too

" ... The moon and stars hang out in bars just talking I still love that picture of us walking Just like that ol' house we thought was haunted Summer's end came faster than we wanted .."

I'm glad to know I'm not the only grown ass man who can't keep from crying when I hear this song. It's not just because it's a beautiful, touching song, but it was the last of many a masterpiece from someone you'd want to have as a friend. I got his first and last albums but I got lost somewhere in between. RIP to the singing postman.

13 years sober December 2022. Don't stop trying, life is worth it.

@frankduross2

Ай бұрын

You are a miracle!

Long live John Prine. He was a favorite of mine. America cries....

@francispoivre8903

4 жыл бұрын

Country fans all over the world.

Best song. From an ex drug addict with children to a current drug addict, it's not worth it. Show and tell the ones you love you do while you can. Parents, grand parents, children, siblings and friends. Please.

This song makes me cry every time. John Prine's music has gotten me through some pretty shit times, so grateful to him for that! A legend.

Man I cried. I was lucky enough to be in recovery from a 10yr opiate addiction but I knew many who didn’t make it. This is a beautiful and haunting song.

@Killdreamsdead

5 жыл бұрын

hang in there, everyone's rooting for you

@shaolinf4

5 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work.

@kkoo3247

5 жыл бұрын

well done. I had one for 17 years in Thailand. Been clean 20 plus years. I don't mention it even though I am so proud to have overcome it. People would look down on me

@jimherrmann29

5 жыл бұрын

I'm proud of you Kk Oo, and I pray you'll stay strong & clean. Anyone who would look down on you for overcoming addiction isn't worth thinking about.

@tom87pate

5 жыл бұрын

Keep fighting tooth, and nail for everything that is decent in this world!

Your songs have inspired me throughout my life and brought me peace during the most troubled of times. Thank you John and God bless you and yours.

The JP Hops House would have a John Prine Birthday Party for him every year. Musicians would play John Prine songs all night long. Good times. I was lucky enough to discover him in the 70's. Great songwriter.

I've been a JP fan for better than 40 years. It's been half a year since he left us, and I still can't get beyond his loss. I'm just so grateful to have his music, and will be a fan for the rest of my life.

@deannabanana1983

3 жыл бұрын

I feel you friend. I can’t stop the tears every time I come back to this video, or think of all the happy memories I have growing up with his music.

I realize this song is about addiction but this song hits home in a different way for me. My son has been in prison for almost ten years. I guess you could say he has an addiction to "that kind of life". But I miss him and I cant wait to see him and I cried with this song. Beautiful and I love John Prine...he is absolutely amazing, his music meaningful and heartwarming.

@wendydouglas4036

5 жыл бұрын

@wendy pearson thank you for those kind sweet words. I do the very best I can. I'm sorry for your loss and I pray many blessings for you.

@edwardmcconnon7735

5 жыл бұрын

I know that I broke my mother’s heart by going to prison over growing a silly ass weed, but she stood by me and knew that I believed in my heart that incarcerating a man for weed was a bigger crime than all boatloads of pot a man could sell, I don’t know your sons situation but I believe that every man is capable of salvation. Be strong and God bless you bith

@bobbybradham859

5 жыл бұрын

Wendy Douglas hello windy have you listened to Tyler Childers yet

@theresaamick5172

4 жыл бұрын

I feel the same in my own interpretation...battling stage IV term cancer. When I heard it on Tiny Desk first... I cried so hard. Yet it expresses somehow to me that longing to go home to a home that never really was. I got out in Dec 2015 at 46 and thought life was just beginning surprisingly since I anticipated feeling screwed for life. Then bam, a checkup and it's been on since Dec 2016 with 3 brain surgeries and assorted other surgeries... Poisoning, cutting and burning which seems so barbaric. Yet I was told I had 3 months and to just go home as there was no use in treating it due to the aggresiveness and it was everywhere. Knock on wood I've made it 3 years yet I know time is winding down. I'm so tired. So to say the song has a different meaning even while acknowledging the opiate problem which I'm no stranger to...is right on with me as well. ✌❤

@BlueRidgeMtns100

4 жыл бұрын

@@theresaamick5172 I'm glad you're still here. I think our dear John Prine might be called home very soon.

In tears watching this today.

@sjoh104041

4 жыл бұрын

My heart is breaking.

@katherinehunter9526

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too. ✌💞🎶🙏 KEH 🇨🇦

@katherinehunter9526

4 жыл бұрын

@@sjoh104041 My heart is breaking too. I'd trade places with John in a heart beat. I go from crying to singing his songs as I try and do something around here today. But to be honest, I haven't done anything all day, but feed and care for my cat's, and singing along with Bonnie Raitt and John Prine. And damning this virus for attacking him. My prayers go out to you J.P that you may find peace, love and health. 🤞💞🎶🙏 KEH 🇨🇦

@mohergenrader2113

4 жыл бұрын

Ditto the man who wrote the score for our lives can't leave us yet.

I see this little girl in many of my patients. I hear this song in my heart as they drift away. So many times I just want to beg them to come on home. I just hope and try again the next day.

@timothylewis2450

Ай бұрын

Bless you. ❤️

The tears of that little girl get me every time I watch the video. ❤❤❤❤❤

@MrCrosscheck

4 ай бұрын

So much for my macho persona. Which is why I prefer to watch this one alone.

@jacquismith3277

4 ай бұрын

@@MrCrosscheck Bless you. I wonder what they did to make her sob like that for the video.

@MrCrosscheck

4 ай бұрын

@@jacquismith3277 I don't know how they got her to produce that look but it seemed so genuine. Another touching part was at 1:04 when there is that little hand on her back trying to comfort her.

Love you John...Hard to see the keys with tears in my eyes. I pray that my oldest son will 'come on home' before it's too late.

@jeansabean

5 жыл бұрын

Robert, I will pray with you.

@B1gHagar

5 жыл бұрын

Well, I was holding it together until I read this. I'll pray for you, too.

@strongereveryday2302

5 жыл бұрын

I'll put you on my prayer roll at my churches temple

@malemodeljr

5 жыл бұрын

Wishing you the best Robert.

@donaldrayashlock9911

5 жыл бұрын

Robert I was the son you speak of Pray never ceasing God bless you sir and your son

I am the humbly proud sister and Aunt of Carrie and Emily Bignall, who star in John's Grammy award nominated "Summers End." I, like many of you, have been praying for the recovery of a musical Legend.. God had other plans for John, and has chosen to take him on to Heaven. Let us pray for his family and for all addicts (recovering and relapsing) across the world. Let us never forget the powerful message in this song. Let us always be Prine messengers of hope by reminding others they can "come on home." "You don't have to be alone."

@poppercale

4 жыл бұрын

Well, I hope you warn your niece about the whole "with great power comes great responsibility" rule, because she has the power to INSTANTLY turn grown men and women into blubbering babies - I just cried so hard it woke my neighbors up. Seriously though, her pain feels so real it hurts - great acting!

@fek2000

4 жыл бұрын

Perfect casting.

@PhilipRahnHopperUNI

4 жыл бұрын

I'm overwhelmed by the kind message in this song. It made me weep.

@Jake-qr4cd

4 жыл бұрын

I was 5 years old when my Dad overdosed on heroin. I'm 50 now and still feel the pain of losing him. JP has helped me throughout my adult life, to deal with the loss. This song cuts me to the bone.

@KathgoKat

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jake-qr4cd Im so so sorry you lost your dad... . . John Prine has helped me thru the darkest times of my life too....I was a Sam Stone in my 20s and still struggling. at 65....alot of his songs cut me to the bone too...

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SONG JOHN , THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN , MY DEAR OLD FRIEND .

I discovered John Prine before he died but was saddened deeply when I read of his passing. Some people wonder if they leave a mark, something that forces humankind to respond and alert in some way. Some of his songs were so funny, 'In Spite of Ourselves' for example which many couples can relate with. Prine's poetic genius, his songwriting as a whole...these variables lead to the primary (numeric even) consideration that connection is what binds us when we throw off belief systems, cultural whatevers. I'm no better or worse than you fundamentally. The rawness and pure binding tether of Prine's work summarized is that life is hard...and good. We share that even when we don't agree on a single other thing about it. I look forward to the reality or fantasy of meeting this understated prolific life force someday even if I don't and it's all a pipe dream. I find the greatest humor and comfort and Prine's relatable works.

Bless the memory of this wonderful human. His words. His compassion. His humour. His wisdom. And every magnificent moment we had while listening to him.

OMG this makes this beautiful song even more beautiful! I'm a surviving opiod addict!

@davidshanley-dillman3691

5 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that you are recovering! You are an inspiration to many people - shout it from the roof tops!

@markdrum2392

4 жыл бұрын

Keep your head high and your feet moving forward. I went through an addiction and it's tough but there's a tiger inside of us all. Just let him loose,

A genius who gave so much of himself A simple poet accepting the end with so much grace. People like this don’t come around to often. Thank you and rest in peace John Please don’t thumbs down unless you really have no soul x

once again John Prine reaches across the veil and brings me to tears.....fuck cancer, fuck covid.

Listening to John and can't stop the tears. What a gift. Thank you John Prine.

You will be very much missed John. Thank you for the music. I hope the fishing is good in heaven.

@moonshadow6918

3 жыл бұрын

I miss my FisherMan...07/03/2020....64 yr s younG...

Sometimes songs find you. Never knew of John prine. But one night when I was down I came across this song. Took away the pain I was feeling. The power of song. Thank you

Losing someone you love whether it's to substance abuse or something else is heartbreaking. I know, this song rings hard on my heart. I wish I could have helped him more, I miss my son so very much.

@malcolmplatt3768

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry for your terrible loss.

While watching this video I felt this sudden urge of being homesick...Born and raised in WVa but lived away far away for many years...Filmed in Wva! Definitely relate to this song on many levels...My coal mining daddy buried there along with all my daddy's family..But the hole in my heart will never be filled and this song really hits deep...THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH US FOR MANY YRS and please don't stop! You touch funny bones and hearts all over!

Time spent listening to Prine can never be time wasted. A beautiful video to go along with a beautiful song. A gem on an album full of gems that's part of a catalog full of gems.

@michele21auntiem

5 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@freddiearmstrong121

4 жыл бұрын

Cried like a baby...He just knows how to touch your heart.

Over the years I've seen some of the greatest musicians who have graced this modern world of ours... John Prine was one of the best and perhaps the most passionate of them all... When I saw John in the early 80's I expected him to play an hour or 90 minutes and leave us with some wonderful memories but it didn't play out that way- it never does when you're interacting with pure unadulterated passion and talent like his... After about 2 hours he was just warming up to the audience... and he got started then like it was the only time he's ever heard anyone appreciate him... We felt welcome and humbled by this incredible artist as he welcomed members of the audience up on stage to join him... It wasn't a concert - it was a love-fest... I don't know if he really had any concept of time or space... we were all feeding off of one another as the hours and minutes flew by.... Then at about midnight - well over 3 hours after he started to play, a security guard came on stage to a chorus of boos and jeering... it had gotten so late that the venue had to close for legal reasons... and that's how one of the greatest artists I've ever had the privilege of seeing had to end this lovefest of his... John Prine was one of the few artists who never let his notoriety spoil his fun and he shared that joy and his feeling of wonder with everyone who would listen... and what a privilege it was to have been there ! I'll cherish that moment for as long as I live... RIP John !

I can't stand it. John has come on home and I am going to miss his wit, his story telling, and his music. This video brings me to tears for so many reasons, what a genius he was. I have been listening to his music since the 70's and I am thankful there are videos we can still watch him. God bless you John

There is something about this man and something about his wisdom and artistry that will shine for many years to come. Rest easy John Prine.

Sitting by my daughters side, listening to John, yet again. This time is differant...i knew. Wiping away a tear..., His vision: Timeless... R.I.P. John

Makes me think of my girls. They lost their mom too early to cancer and were left with only me to raise them. I know that their mom was there always to help me.

@seeempe

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story, Mark. You are never really alone. That's not some metaphysical religiosity either. We all feel deeply if only we allow ourselves to. Prine and other verbiage/lyrical geniuses prove this. We are all connected if only we allow ourselves to actually feel the thread that binds us as mere humans in our triumphs and challenges. Bless you, good sir.

Sorry that I never knew of this man's music until after his death. What a great songwriter, and true spirit. His music is uplifting on an incomprehensible level. So simple, yet so poignant.

@jacquismith3277

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the beauty is in the simplicity. He was a master and a gentleman.

@kaylaeckerd6797

10 ай бұрын

You’re here now, and that is what matters. Welcome to the family ❤️

My father died in 2011 during a tornado and had 'Please Don't Bury Me' played at his funeral (though his favorite was 'Sam Stone'). This is beautiful stuff, and you've had an effect on this stranger's life.

@rosebud6485

4 күн бұрын

I don’t know if you’ll see this post. My cousin brought me to this song because some was filmed in Richwood WV, my dad’s birthplace and where he grew up. The mention of tornado caught my eye. I was in an F3 tornado in Alabama while alone in my trailer back in 2000. I was tossed like a rag doll. My arm was broken, cut and bruised from head to toe and eventually had to have back surgery. It’s an ABSOLUTE MIRACLE I survived and only by the grace of God! I am so sorry about your dad. I’ve lost both my parents and I know how alone it makes you feel. My prayers are with you. ❤

I can't watch this without crying. Rest In Peace John Prine. This world just got even darker without you.

@toddmoore3105

3 жыл бұрын

Same sad but sweet song

@fireball1322

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. Just like the little girl in the video. This song reminds me of someone that was quite dear to me.

Oh my god. Live long fan and this is the first I’ve heard this. So very emotional 🥲🥰

The comments here speak volumes about the measure of the art of JP: women and men both openly shed tears at the power of his songs, the sheer beauty of his music. Huge respect. And yes, love, pure love. Thank you for this.

John...I stumbled on to this song by accident at the end of a video on another channel...thank you...My friend Ashton Kennedy wasn't lucky to come on home before it was too late...and the girl in the video looked so much like her youngest daughter...about the same age...I just lost it....RIP Ashton 9/26/2017...I haven't cried that hard in a long time...thank you John.

Rest in peace to a legend. This man made me feel a way nobody else could with his music.

I can hardly listen to any of his songs now without crying, but this one is particularly heartbreaking. He's helped me through so much in life. I despair that he's gone, no more songs of wisdom.

@gandalfshakur8235

3 жыл бұрын

Hugs to you, John's music is my litmus test for filtering out the fakes from the reals.

2 years ago I was in a hospital bed for 3 months after a motorcycle wreck, I am 40 and always loved the old country music, I always had heard Prines name but didn’t really know his music. I laid in that bed frustrated and over time I stumbled upon Johns music, interviews, videos and after a short time I felt like I knew the guy! What a storyteller!! I was able to finally walk again and carry Mr. Prines story’s with me forever! His music got me through some tough times!!

Goddamn, this song wrecks me. So much great music in the world, but I can't think of another that hits me like this.

@CarolMckinley

4 жыл бұрын

The little girl...she's great.

@johntauxe4423

3 жыл бұрын

Try Glen Campbell's "Not Gonna Miss You"

@Scandalous319

3 жыл бұрын

Me either

Thank you John Prine for a solid lifetime of real songs that made us laugh, made us cry, made us think, made us dream, and taught us to be wary. This world is not our true home. Rest in Peace tonight, dear man. Rest in Love.

@tonymoore4174

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Gayla

@keith450

2 жыл бұрын

So totally well said

I have a granddaughter in Oregon City, OR who I haven't seen in over two years. (I live in MA). DAMN COVID! Despite the tears that come from my eyes when I hear this song I still play and share frequently. Hey, you can't always get what you want. Right? Thank you John Prine!

@mmo6019

2 жыл бұрын

Hey fellow MA resident. I hope you got to see your daughter.

I'm from Eastern Ky, and this hits hard. Brutal reality.

hits you right in the feels lol..literally cried watching and listening to this..Thank God for John and his ability to make you feel his songs..RIP

Thank you John for the soundtrack of my life? The not one emotion, experience, or awareness that was not poetically express by your words, or one heart felt sorrow or joy that was not emoted by your songs. So much love for a man whom I have never met, but carry with me every day, who's words, music, insight, and intellect, have forever changed, graced, and narrated my life. THANK YOU JOHN!

As a friend of Bill W., I can't express enough gratitude to God and John Prine. I would have been working with audio for a show this weekend where John was to have performed... I miss him greatly and I thank God for what I have been given back in sobriety. 🙏

Well, ol' John just got more mellow toward the end, didn't he? Wisdom comes with age... Bless you, John.

Absolutely heart broken. My hero for 50+ years... the reason I play and write. A 100% national treasure and the sweetest guy i ever met. You'll live forever, John. Your legacy will stand the test of time. 64 years old and I'm sitting here weeping. Love you John.