Playing Jolene on repeat at 224am, alone, on a full moon night in August. I've lived in four places and I've had moments playing this song in every one of them. Driving back mountain roads in the smokies, walking the rainy Streets of New Orleans, and now here singing along in humid rust belt Pennsylvania. Never been to Spokane, but I've lived this song. It takes me back to somewhere I've been too long, and takes me back to somewhere I've never even been at all. God bless you Ray LaMontagne. Your poetry and your voice is better than any therapy I could ever find.

@zrmullen

2 жыл бұрын

Amen

@peecee8477

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@mpjohnstonjohnston7140

2 жыл бұрын

I’m from Spokane and this is definitely the kind of place where, down on your luck you, might sell your coat for a pack of smokes. Dirty streets surrounded by pine forests, beautiful and perfect for a song like this

@sevthedruidssubversivereco1203

Жыл бұрын

Yes!!! Lol. Ive had many of those nights with this one! Cuts me to the bone!

@melissaallman4568

Жыл бұрын

Same for me...

Hugs and kisses to all the beautiful people who love this song. We have a beautiful souls.❤️

@emilyb8391

3 жыл бұрын

You’re so right. Was just on the brink of tears listening to it. Peace and love to you ❤️

@julierathbun220

3 жыл бұрын

Good always triumphs over evil. Ray is so good. So is SADE. And there are many of us in the world. I always try to remember that I am not alone. Fear Not, right? JulieAnnRathbun,ESQ /MA

@julierathbun220

3 жыл бұрын

Fear Not!

@doxawoode563

3 жыл бұрын

❤❤

@Salzi1223

4 ай бұрын

❤

Being depressed after deployment brought me here. Thank you for the comforting sounds, man.

Appreciate what humanity has to offer, accept humility and pain, and then do something with it.

This needs more likes He's a storyteller Raw Honest It's beautiful

@sailguns9332

3 жыл бұрын

Stop indenting dumbass we get it

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here

If I could only listen to one person sing, it would be Ray. 💗

@kjpkjp746

Жыл бұрын

Me too....forever Amen♥️

@dkjazzz

4 ай бұрын

So powerful ❤️

Cocaine flame in my bloodstream Sold my coat when I hit Spokane Bought myself a hard pack of cigarettes In the early morning rain Lately, my hands they don't feel like mine My eyes been stung with dust, I'm blind Held you in my arms one time Lost you just the same Jolene I ain't about to go straight It's too late I found myself face-down in a ditch Booze on my hair, blood on my lips A picture of you, holding a picture of me In the pocket of my blue jeans Still don't know what love means Still don't know what love means Jolene Ah, la, la, la, la, la Jolene Been so long since I seen your face Or felt a part of this human race I've been living out of this here suitcase for way too long A man needs something he can hold onto Nine-pound hammer or a woman like you Either one of them things will do Jolene I ain't about to go straight It's too late I found myself face down in a ditch Booze in my hair, blood on my lips A picture of you, holding a picture of me In the pocket of my blue jeans Still don't know what love means Still don't know what love means Jolene La, la, la, la, la, la, la Jolene La, la, la, la, la, la, la Jolene

@coreyjanvier3678

4 жыл бұрын

Unreal.

"The Town" brought me here❤!

@loganwoolard2621

17 күн бұрын

In the commentary on the blu ray - Ben talks about him wanting to have this for the credits bc it moves him so much everytime he hears it

Some writers have the ability to paint as picture in your mind with their words, Croce, Kristofferson, and this man all have it, bellissimo!!🙏🙏

This song never ages. I feel it every time so strongly ❤

I havent listened to this song in 10 years. I loved it then and i think maybe even more now. This is story telling, performing and writing at its finest.

@Scottymo-pj7iw

9 ай бұрын

My life story no joke

Remembering the first time I heard Ray. Such a subtle man. Tossled hair, and dressed plain and unassuming. Then this booming voice swelled out of his throat, demanding my attention!! I was a fan immediately! His dynamics are perfect in this song as he brings it down to a more personal level. Love his music!

@osamabinbootyhole3526

2 жыл бұрын

Shut up

I remember hearing this song at the end of the movie The Town and it’s stuck with me all this time. Fell in love with your music after that.

@cramanayaka

3 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@zrmullen

2 жыл бұрын

Same

@yeboahisaac9486

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@yeboahisaac9486

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@noahanderson7228

2 жыл бұрын

Same here !

This song really hits me every time I hear it. So beautiful and moving in ways I can’t even describe. Ray, thanks for your lovely music, it fills my heart.

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here.

I cry to your songs at times, before i found your music im not sure if i ever really believed or knew someone else out there could understand to the depths of your music ray of how i have felt my whole life myself until i found your music. It's beautiful the music you make and in a way, it has given me the strength to go on in my own life. Thank you

So happy to have found your music on KZread. May God bless you with a long and happy life. Love from India❤❤❤

@akarshswrld

4 жыл бұрын

I was about to write love from India too well no prob lol

@ravin2363

4 жыл бұрын

His songs are my all time favourite. Also from India. Keep digging, there are many less recognised gems.

@samarthkrishnasrivastava7442

4 жыл бұрын

Here from India too! Corey Taylor brought me here

@prabhatchhetri2789

4 жыл бұрын

Good to see my fellow Indians appreciate good music.

@ElroyJ

2 жыл бұрын

I had discovered Ray in 2008 through a random reality show on TV. He was my friend and is in my lonely teenage years and now an adult. From, Bombay, India

This is the best live version of this song I've watched/heard. Such a talented artist.

Man! That boy can sing! Talk about a unique voice.

still don’t know what love is💛💛💛💛💛

Best version of this song hands down! Ray, your voice was blessed by both the angels and demons of the world. Beautifully haunting

Beautiful. Such lyrics and intensity. Poetry….and Rays voice really has that rugged sensitivity that makes you feel every word.

How does this song have only 3k likes? We live in a tragic society when art like this is barely noticed and ultra processed songs with insanely stupid lyrics get millions of likes. Sad.

@user-sj7fu6es3y

7 ай бұрын

Welcome to mankind It’s truly tragic

@user-oc9pl8mv2q

2 ай бұрын

It makes me feel sad. But,most are so apathetic. They or their loved ones are drudged out or passed.

@user-oc9pl8mv2q

2 ай бұрын

4:30

@user-oc9pl8mv2q

2 ай бұрын

It's very sad. I'm dealing with it for 20 yrs.

@user-oc9pl8mv2q

2 ай бұрын

My son is still alive.,but dying slowly, in front of of us.

Sometimes, I just need to hear this song and then press repeat! Love this song! Great vocals.

That was great!

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here!

This song reminds me of an ex of mine that i miss. He could never get out of the game and then prison and the game again and back to behind walls. 😔 i had to let him go but never stopped caring about him.

I love how he lets the D-28 sing. And has the feeling of having too much fun and then misery in the city afterward.

How the hell is this man's voice so amazing

Here to feel the goosebumps all over again.

So touching. What a storyteller he is.

Beautiful 🖤🎶

I've loved like that, Ray. Thanks again for the honesty!

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here!

I am so intrigued by your voice. It's almost like you have read the diary of my heart and put music to my soul. Thank you for sharing your incredible gift 💜💜💜

@julierathbun220

3 жыл бұрын

I think you are a light in the world, too

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here!

I’ll love you Forever Jo’lene, thank you for changing my life. Sorry I couldn’t be the person you needed, I’ll always hold you in my heart. Jesse

I just heard the song from this movie called The town, then i went straight here. I love this song

Most ppl don't know you, it's their loss... im so glad that i came across to ur songs... you are so awesom dude....

I remember seeing this as an add for aol live sessions back in like 2006. I’ve been mesmerized ever since

I heard you on tv years ago--ran fast to get my daughter, Jenna Rose. We both fell for your voice, your songs, your acoustic style,I heard Trouble first. Then she listened to you with The Staves and Justin Vernon, in Berlin, doing "Jolene". Her boyfriend told me it was one of her faves! Tomorrow is her birthday-well, today by US EST. Jenna Rose died after fighting and beating 5 brain tumors with three surgeries. No complaints. But then she got Cancer, all stage 4-more tumors than could be counted. But still no complaints. She was an artist, a painter, a multi-media lover, a photographer, a computer whiz who was working on playing around with her pix, etc. digitally, but had REAL cameras, a writer, animal lover and knower there of, friends forever and a day all over the world for decades on veggie forums, and the like. so, I am listening to you and I am saying Happy Birthday to my sweet girl. Thank you so much! And do I ever love The Staves! Her Mom, Terri

Don’t have the words but it goes back to when this album dropped and this song. Oh my god .

I gotta learn this one. You got so many great songs ray. You are grossly underrated. If only more extremely famous musicians had your talent the radio waves wouldn't be filled with all the junk it is these days. Hope to hear some new music from you Ray. God bless you bub.

The first song I ever heard from you. Probably my favorite of all time. Absolutely beautiful.

His voice is just so peaceful

@Reaganmurphy4596

Жыл бұрын

Hello there 👋 how are you doing today??

My favorite music ever !

Still here I see. Congratulations on having excellent taste in music.

Perfection

Xoxo my boy Dubsy and the prettiest girl this side of the Mississippi, Jettsy… I love hearing y’all sing this to each other….its jam and jelly moments to live for

His voice is perfect

I am here again to sooth my heart with his voice. 🤗

HIs voice is ethereal... :)

Beautiful 👏🏻👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾👏🏻👏🏼👏🏽

I love Ray. This is a hauntingly beautiful and bittersweet song...

Que buena canción! Thanks Ray!!!

Heart-touchingly beautiful. 😌💚✌ Thank you for sharing. 🙏💚

You have a fan in me. Thank you for the many great and timeless classics. Peace

Your voice is my addiction....👌👌👌👌👌💓 Your are incredible ... God bless you... Your song -Without words. ..will always be my favourite song...

I love him, I needed this. I’m crying

This track always sinks in my late 20's. Me doing dumb shit and F-ing up a relationship. I was to focused on alcohol and leaving home. USMC late 90's early 00's. Later in in life I found the girl of my dreams.

@gypzs9

2 ай бұрын

Takes some time to mature. Sometimes we even survive it to the sweet spot of real connection.

This is the best version.

I held you in my arms one time lost you just the same

Wow I thought I had my post all ready. Until I read the comments. Me 🤔 What do I say to kids of single mom that Ray hasn’t already said.. oh yeah .. I got your back. We are mighty we are strong. We are the future.. We built this country on rock ‘n’ roll. Don’t forget it oh and we also built this country on Customer Service and the Internet

What a gift!

Still don't know what love means...❤

Love you, Ray. Thank you for bringing heart and beauty

@raylamontagnemusic8200

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here!

It made me cry

Nada mejor que hacer un intervalo en la intensa rutina solo para oir tu hermosa, sutilmente rasgada voz ❤

This always brings tears to my eyes. Love this.

YOU ARE INCREDIBLE 💖💖💜🌹

He makes me miss people and places I never been to

So happy I found this song again

Sitting in the Harris Teeter parking lot with 12 bud lights listen to this. There will be better times..

Just watched The Town - Ending Song. Sad song. Great song. Strum on, Ray

Glad to hear you singing again

Music on a nightly loop while I sleep.

I'm right here with you. Awesome song.

The town film bought me here😊

Cover by The Staves brought me here and I think I'm gonna stay.

So hard not to cry when I hear this.

Great to see more his music being uploaded to his youtube channel

I remember this. Must’ve been 12 years ago

That first verse, I get it man...deep, all gacked out on coke early morning selling a coat for some smokes.

I love this song!!!! Ray is the best!!!!

This is amazing , for real .

A true gem ... 😇

You are a Diamond 💎

Beautiful voice and tune 😊🎶❤️😊🎶❤️

@Reaganmurphy4596

Жыл бұрын

Hello there 👋 how are you??

Love your music,✌🏽♥️🇦🇺

he pretty good

Topperson ! 🇧🇷 🇧🇷 🇧🇷 🇧🇷

You sing me life mate!

Love your voice and music 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚🇧🇷😍😍

Some thing is there in his voice

Hermosa, sin palabras

This feeling

unbelievable

Love this song

@Reaganmurphy4596

Жыл бұрын

Hello there 👋 how are you doing today??

Love you

good song

Q música 👏

Still don’t know what loves means

❤❤❤❤❤

O timbre dele é lindo demais.