Songwriter Tony Arata with Bart Herbison of the Nashville Songritwers Association International on Tony's huge hit with Garth Brooks
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@bevroberts84402 жыл бұрын
Mr. Arata, thank you so much for this song. It really hits home.
@oldermusiclover
2 жыл бұрын
it does indeed
@marycanary
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@Pecan2153 жыл бұрын
I loved hearing Tony Arata's story about The Dance. Glad I got to hear Tony play and sing.
@tomoconnell494916 күн бұрын
This one of the best crafted songs that I have ever heard, and encompasses the saddest but most beautiful lines ever
@tomburton1037 Жыл бұрын
"you don't get to pick and chose your memories of life" Tony Arata. Now this should be a song.
@19lhernandez2 жыл бұрын
This song gets me EVERYTIME!! 😢
@michaelskyrealm7 жыл бұрын
one of the greatest songs ever written.
@candysantillo3325
5 жыл бұрын
Michael G Gonzalez agreed!
@royalzavala8545
4 жыл бұрын
Michael G Gonzalez if it wasn’t for the movie “Peggy Sue Got Married” we would not have “The Dance”
@mellissaskeen6605
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Still brings tears to my eyes
@bcoh8741
3 жыл бұрын
People from all walks of life should be able to appreciate this song. It’s a masterpiece.
@carmenwise2256
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely AGREE!
@IllyaLeonovMorganFreepony4 жыл бұрын
I have never heard this song without crying. It is amazing.
@WildPhotoShooter5 жыл бұрын
This is my personal favourite Garth Brooks song, a beautiful beautiful song.
@jennifursun3303
5 жыл бұрын
mine is Your Song
@kathleenhuntley639 Жыл бұрын
Wow! - My cow-boy husband, with a Master's Degree and PTSD was a dancer... and sometimes an SOB - But we danced! Often he would watch then say - "Let's show them how honey"... and we did - He has been gone 16 years now - and through it all - I would have missed the dance. Thank you... Beautiful!
@fierywolf19815 жыл бұрын
My favorite country song, I've heard it done by a hundred artists but Garth's will always be my favorite. Thank you for sharing the story of how it came about.
@sergeantmasson3669
2 жыл бұрын
Kelly Clarkson does a great version also.
@annward4149
2 жыл бұрын
Oh Kelly Clarkson has The Dance perfectly sung!!!!! All hands down for Kelly. She puts you right there into the song. She sings it totally convincing you she's been there with the tears in her voice. And with her divorce wow she has the song 100%. You rock Kelly
@314cstaff
2 жыл бұрын
Scotty Mcquery sang an amazing version as well
@sandyshore87872 жыл бұрын
Tony, it is SUCH a beautiful song. I am so glad that I got to hear you sing the song yourself. For the first time I heard all of the words and had a better understanding of the song and lyrics. You have a way of singing it! You have a very nice voice.
@kennyg635 жыл бұрын
Glad I found this video. Tony seems like a great guy.
@bandd539 ай бұрын
Still the best songwriter ever IMO 🙂
@michellemichon2 жыл бұрын
Y'all have a piece of my heart and tear drops every time I hear that song no matter who sings it. It's from the heart.
@lninas20035 жыл бұрын
I love Peggy Sue got married, makes me cry every time I see it, and the dance is my favorite country song. So happy I found this video, I've been waiting almost 30yrs to hear the story of this amazing song. Thank you ❤️
@amorl4520
2 жыл бұрын
Watch Kelly Clarkson just sing it at the Kennedy Center. Tribute to brooks and Joan Bias . Better than garth.
@danielroos5426 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for writing such a beautiful song. Honestly, it has given me comfort when putting down a couple of my dogs. That probably sounds weird but it has been so painful with my last dog, I can't even sing that song without bursting into tears. I'm not sure I would have ever gotten him if I knew the heartbreak that I was going to feel when I lost him but this song helps me realize exactly what you said. You don't get to pick and choose your memories.
@StarBright1976
Жыл бұрын
Wow, this song also had a connection with me and a great dog of mine. I lost when she was almost 15 years old. I had a very difficult time dealing with my loss. But this song held a lot of meaning helping me deal with my loss. 10 years after her passing this song was sung while I was eating at a restaurant with my husband. I couldn’t help myself from breaking down crying, remembering my girl. Such a powerful song. But I’m glad I didn’t miss my 14 plus year dance with my best girl, Ginny. I cry whenever I hear that song and now there are others also in my memories.
@Dani-ICU-RN2 жыл бұрын
Omg...THIS IS EXACTLY my story..21 years married... Not exactly " happy".. but I know I WAS MEANT TO BE THEIR MAMA".. AND I'd do it again..in spite of maybe more( mom) tears than smiles..... my girls are AMAZING♡
@alicearnold4117
2 жыл бұрын
Danielle my daughter has your story too. Married eighteen years and stunned with a divorce, abruptly having to take your broken-hearted kids and leave your beautiful dream home. The spouse was happy go lucky, happy to move on and two states away from those sweet girls. It took her three years to move through the worst of the grief and there is always some kind of drama with her ex but we have the blessing of those three beautiful girls. Wishing you the best.
@artismyheart4886
2 жыл бұрын
Currently in a not so great marriage, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting lately. The What If’s, what could have been’s, what if I had taken a different path? Then I look at my kids and think how I might not ever have had them if it weren’t for my relationship with their father.
@aaronwilbanks62693 ай бұрын
Very interesting story. 1986, turned down by everybody, this smash hit. Amazing. What a story, so much so I made a note of it. When the time comes, i would apprecate your help. Don't let evil win.
@debrajones48409 ай бұрын
My favorite song of all time
@SilentKnight432 жыл бұрын
It usually takes me a few beers in the bar before I get the spine to do a few karaoke tunes on stage - but when I do I've often chosen The Dance (and a few Keith Whitley songs) for two reasons. Primarily the poignant lyrics apply to much of my life - and thankfully the song is in a key I can sing. I always try and put the same inflection in the vocals as Garth to sound as close to him as possible, rather than re-interpreting it. It's definitely a special song that will remain a classic for generations. It's haunting, introspective...yet flows beautifully with such a nice melody.
@barbarabavier6752 жыл бұрын
This song means SO MUCH to me. My husband passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on March 23, 2019 at age 59. We had 31 total years together; some rough, some wonderful. We were just getting ready to enjoy our retirement and should have had 30 more years together. But like the song says, I’m glad I didn’t know the way it all would end. I could have missed the pain, but I’d have had to miss the dance. I wonder what Mr. Arata thinks of Kelly Clarkson’s version?
@JaimeMesChiens
Жыл бұрын
My partner, love-of-my life, Benjamin, my life partner, eternal beloved, died on 29 Sept 2017. He was 42-yr old and it was sudden and unexpected. I was numb. I couldn’t comprehend what had happened and I couldn’t cry. I wanted to cry, but my soul was dead. Shocked into auto pilot. Then, I heard and saw this on GMA. Mr Brooks performed it live. This performance, this song. I started sobbing first, followed by the most-intense tragic, deep pain. I realised why my survival didn’t allow me to feel for six weeks: it was too immense. It was overwhelming. I cried that entire day, couldn’t sleep that night. Cried on-and-off all night, and spent the following day laying on the sofa. Crying. This song brought about such agony, but it was necessary for me to survive. It still hurts. I miss my Benjamin every day. I like to think he is somewhere, watching me, and is also sobbing at the cruel way he had to leave me. This song brings it all back to day zero. Not a day goes by. Benj is always with me. I’ve not been able to “move on” and get involved with another man. Many do, and my family and friends urge this for me. I may some day, or may not. I don’t think it would be fair to another man to live with Benj’s ghost, always beside me. Eternal Beloved. Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. If you’d like to talk to me, I would love to hear you. Let me know, please tag me, and I’ll post my email for you. 💔
@kristanhelms98033 жыл бұрын
So glad to find the person who wrote this terrific song!! It will stand the test of time.
@mama23hauhnar4 ай бұрын
One of the greatest country music i have ever listen.....till today
@maryrohloff2254 Жыл бұрын
I have loved this song. I appreciated the story behind it. No matter what we do in our life there are heart breaking,things that happen . In my own life that has been true. One of my favorite verses is Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. The difficult experiences are the ones that teach you,the most.
@dannylharper68894 жыл бұрын
So freaking Beautiful
@backyardmech4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for writing this epic piece of music and sharing it with us !
@superannieoakley45134 жыл бұрын
Wonderful story. Hits so true for me. Truly married the man of my dreams & we were living a great life, even after my accident. I thought things were still great, just a bump...but he asked for a divorce after 32yrs. I was devastated, but thankful for the unconditional love he Had given me & our 2 beautiful children
@brooklyn3299
2 жыл бұрын
Jesus that’s awful.. I’m sorry he left you.
@bradr19132 жыл бұрын
I love the way Tony songs this song. Deep traditional country sound.
@greenbeagle135 жыл бұрын
Now I've gotta' see this movie because this song is amazing. Can't believe folks that know music turned this song down.... wow. Garth Brooks is the only one that could have done this song justice, so maybe it was simply destiny. "For a moment, all the world was right".... best lyric ever written....
@welbygleebertram66512 ай бұрын
I am 83yo and I have requested The Dance be played as my swansong at my memorial service, when my time comes to leave!
@tomtruesdale6901 Жыл бұрын
WOW, I just found this video and it is wonderful to hear the story behind this song. Thank you for writing it Mr. Arata and for letting Garth make it the hit that it is.
@laurenrizzuto8782 жыл бұрын
Our lives are better left to chance...I cry everytime I hear it.
@NXNX74 жыл бұрын
Probably my fave song ever
@lightningscott56244 жыл бұрын
Simply incredible
@christinescully1603 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic song .❤️🙌👏👍💞
@JesusSaves80 Жыл бұрын
This song reminds me of my mom and dad dancing in the living room,and I caught them and I recorded it on my phone, and it was there last dance becuz right after he passed of cancer, I cry everytime I hear it
@songwritersspotlight Жыл бұрын
Thank you for writing one of the most beautiful songs, sung by one of the best artists in country music! 🙏
@angieallen488410 ай бұрын
One of my all time favorite songs; it came at a time (1990) when I really needed the message. Thank you so much!
@violettompkins206 Жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful song, I love it. One of my favorites of all time.✌❤🎶
@SaraVV3 жыл бұрын
My high school graduating class voted for this song for our year. I love it.
@jomac841
2 жыл бұрын
Your grad class has great taste! Ours was “(Good Riddance) Time of Your Life” because apparently my class didn’t understand it was a crappy breakup song.
@wendigibbs19662 жыл бұрын
He’s got a Johnny Cash feel to his voice. I loved hearing this story, one of my all time favorite songs.
@jensz93603 жыл бұрын
Thank goodnes he saw Peggy Sue Got Married. Also thank goodness he and Garth crossed paths. Its an actual example of the lyrics "Our lives are better left to chance / I could've missed the pain / but I'd have had to miss the dance" They were both struggling Nashville hopefuls. Amazing really how it all fit like a puzzle.
@tammyvanlue24174 жыл бұрын
Love it!I myself have had a up and down life.But everytime I would think oh I should have done this or that differently. Then instantly I stop and think no I wouldn't have because if I would have changed one single thing I wouldn't have what I do have!And that's 4 wonderful Sons 6 wonderful grandchildren and I cherish each and every one of them and I'm sure there is more to come. And last but not least. The wonderful Men that helped me to achieve this. And the Dance says it all 😍👍
@cherylbrowning33032 жыл бұрын
Some of Gods greatest gifts are unanswered prayers
@peggyhawkinson3061
2 жыл бұрын
Oh, I think they’re always answered……
@debrajones48409 ай бұрын
This is my song Hubby is gone away but I cherish this song
@lauriebustard27372 жыл бұрын
Mr. Arata…thank you so much for sharing this emotional piece. I work in a hospice and have sung it for many residents and their families. It has brought so much emotion and comfort to those who hear it. Blessings and Thanks again🥰
@goooch8882 жыл бұрын
This song means so much to so many.
@davecarlson81362 жыл бұрын
I had the great pleasure of seeing Tony in a home concert setting. One of the highlights of my concert history. Thank you Tony.
@travishunterbrown2 жыл бұрын
Wow. WOW!! One of the best songs ever created!
@kevindupre4014
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful comment.... My condolences and respect to you. ✌️
@angelusa733 жыл бұрын
Thank you US base radio in Aviano, Italy. Heard you there first time and could even r get it of of my head , bought the tape in Germany giving a hard time to my sister not able to find American music there either and brought it "home" holding it like a piece of the type of gold that makes only me happy:)
@susanheller23282 жыл бұрын
My late husband loved this song! We saw Garth in a concert live in Boston! When he sang it the audience sang along! Wow... and my dear husband five years later came. Down with cancer, but always had this “song choice” while having chemo. Unfortunately he died after 6 years battling this horrible disease, but it always reminds me of how we never know about life. So.. hang on to every good minute!
@raymondlyons84942 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU TONY FOR BEING THERE FOR TERRI. WE LOVE THE DANCE AND ENJOYED OUR TIMES AT THE BLUEBIRD WITH YOU AND TERRI.
@davidhbradyjr5 жыл бұрын
Truly timeless.
@donnasepulveda39572 жыл бұрын
We know it was all in GODS PRECIOUS TIMING MOMENT AND GOOD FOR THE SOUL. All .y so far 75 yrs still up and dancing but for rhe greatest way to tell someone u k now hey. This one,s for u live donnasepulveda
@d.beauchamp38932 жыл бұрын
This is the song that holds the most special meaning to me. One never knows when we could ever lose someone very dear a and close to our heart. Many thanks for the lyrics of this song Mr. Tony Arata. I was meant to come across this song again. By surprise and my greatest shock..I became widowed by an ever distressing phonecall by emergency paramedic while I was in another state. It was in 2016 to my surprise that I had lost my dear husband John. I have heard this song before but today it describes to a T my emotions of that very heart wrenching day. One never knows when we can easily lose someone that is dearest to our heart. God bless all.
@davexxx3162 ай бұрын
Still to this day, The Dance always hits home emotionally like no other song
@endlessgaming26032 жыл бұрын
I think only garth could've pulled it off. It was meant for him.
@melissareynolds564 жыл бұрын
This has always been my fav song and will be
@candysantillo33255 жыл бұрын
I’m only three years late seeing this..This video was great and just as wonderful as the song which is one o& the best ever written!Thank you for sharing
@lisavaden9903
4 жыл бұрын
I totally agree
@ginger15495 ай бұрын
When I hear this song it makes me sad - of course - for all I've lost and at the same time happy that God blessed me with some wonderful people & that I had so much in the first place. A song that can bring out so much emotion is amazing.
@customfacebookpages Жыл бұрын
Best song ever
@BlancaIzaguirre-wk5wn11 ай бұрын
The Dance is my favorite song
@skinnyp983 жыл бұрын
life on this old Earth summed up in a few fine words
@donniehill56882 жыл бұрын
God Bless you Tony, Thank you for changing my life. Your song hit me Hard and had me focus on my life. It has continued to be a great part going forward.
@thepunadude2 жыл бұрын
I KNOW GARTH HAS A ROCK BACKGROUND, THATS ALL ME, NEVER MUCH FOR COUNTRY. HEARD THIS 'AT A TIME IN MY LIFE' & I WAS TOAST! TO THIS DAY I STILL GET TEARY EYED HEARING IT. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!
@waheedahosein94962 жыл бұрын
i lost it when he started singing. so raw and wholesome. so beautiful.
@jayneneewing23692 жыл бұрын
What an interesting story about this song which I love. Thanks for the interview, and tanks alway for the wonderful song. It tells a true story for many of us.
@arnosquellati443 жыл бұрын
I love this song. Thank you for telling the story behind the song.
@brettlarsen15112 жыл бұрын
My absolute favorite country song, for many reasons
@glennweeks71765 жыл бұрын
the best song ever...
@katherinewelling6026 Жыл бұрын
Legend.
@lulugirl70432 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tony Arata for this song. Not only did Garth Brooks do it right it also will forever be linked with Dale Earnhardt. Having Garth sing it at the 2001 NASCAR awards was so moving in remembrance of loosing Dale Earnhardt. Again, Thank You.
@emmadalrymple41022 жыл бұрын
Sir, I cry each time I hear this, whomever sings the lyrics. Thank you.
@thegrilldaddy9475 Жыл бұрын
Thank whoever that camera human was because as a guitarist it was so nice to watch the musician and singer play both their instruments! So thank you for the angle to show him and him playing
@jc5112 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, the story, It is once favorite songs from Garth
@barbaraolson6002 жыл бұрын
Love this song,beautiful.
@slinman1002 жыл бұрын
Brings me to tears every time. ❤️
@MrSmid8882 жыл бұрын
This video led me to getting into this track. Sometimes on different parts of the pond we live in parallel universes when it comes to music. Wow, this song is amazing, cheers
@joshackley2496 Жыл бұрын
My favorite song since I was a kid... Amazing
@brentonyancheck48612 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 so much Tony for writing such a gem! I enjoy performing it and am honored to do so! Done it numerous times at funerals along with go rest high (Vince) and believe (b&d). Thanks man for such an amazing piece that I honestly believe God had a helping hand in inspiring you to compose it!!!! Take care man!!
@dinahandersonАй бұрын
So great
@joycecolemanallsep37323 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you written this song!
@bakilacat12 жыл бұрын
Such a beautifully conveyed message
@tomkilcullen54212 жыл бұрын
All I got to say is NUFF SAID. Thanx and blessings your way.
@normagomez96602 жыл бұрын
Mr. Arata this is a beautiful song!
@gsp404faith511 ай бұрын
This song hits straight to my soul.
@zanzan77105 жыл бұрын
Beautiful......! ! Thank you 🙏 Never knew you wrote 🤷♀️. ...Beautiful ! It’s nice knowing about it.
@Traveling_with_christina. Жыл бұрын
Garth brooks the dance is one of the songs that I’m going to have them play at my funeral
@armendinaguerrero18983 жыл бұрын
Beautiful 💕
@thereynoldsranchable Жыл бұрын
Peggy sue got married? Will have to watch that.. At the end of this podcast I was crying, so powerful to hear the writer singing. Such truth in the song !!
@Purifiedinfire5 жыл бұрын
My dad passed away when I was 15. This was my mom and dads wedding song when I was 5. I always thought it was a song of a couple breaking up or someone passing away but it was unclear. It still seemed oddly accurate in our lives. It really does have relevance to us.
@cktoday82142 жыл бұрын
This song always makes me emotional
@pattywilson57702 жыл бұрын
Garthwe loved you in the past. We love you now. We also missing you now. If you felt like you needed to take time off. That's great. I hope one day in the future, that you will come back with some more great music. Take care.
@rhodadonavan63996 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@rlb45922 жыл бұрын
Great video Tony, Thanks
@truthseeker18332 жыл бұрын
Wow great voice too!!!
@angelusa733 жыл бұрын
Thank you US Aviano base radio fir being the first to play song that was never able to forget again looking for a way to find it finally in Germany where I bought my first country music tape one of many more
@zuggman6530
2 жыл бұрын
Been there, :)
@jancaffrey80112 жыл бұрын
Great song and. Does have meaning ❤️
@citytheatrepro Жыл бұрын
The most underrated song ever!
@ColKurtzknew5 жыл бұрын
This video bleeds red, white and blue. Thank you Tony for such a beautiful song.
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Mr. Arata, thank you so much for this song. It really hits home.
@oldermusiclover
2 жыл бұрын
it does indeed
@marycanary
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
I loved hearing Tony Arata's story about The Dance. Glad I got to hear Tony play and sing.
This one of the best crafted songs that I have ever heard, and encompasses the saddest but most beautiful lines ever
"you don't get to pick and chose your memories of life" Tony Arata. Now this should be a song.
This song gets me EVERYTIME!! 😢
one of the greatest songs ever written.
@candysantillo3325
5 жыл бұрын
Michael G Gonzalez agreed!
@royalzavala8545
4 жыл бұрын
Michael G Gonzalez if it wasn’t for the movie “Peggy Sue Got Married” we would not have “The Dance”
@mellissaskeen6605
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Still brings tears to my eyes
@bcoh8741
3 жыл бұрын
People from all walks of life should be able to appreciate this song. It’s a masterpiece.
@carmenwise2256
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely AGREE!
I have never heard this song without crying. It is amazing.
This is my personal favourite Garth Brooks song, a beautiful beautiful song.
@jennifursun3303
5 жыл бұрын
mine is Your Song
Wow! - My cow-boy husband, with a Master's Degree and PTSD was a dancer... and sometimes an SOB - But we danced! Often he would watch then say - "Let's show them how honey"... and we did - He has been gone 16 years now - and through it all - I would have missed the dance. Thank you... Beautiful!
My favorite country song, I've heard it done by a hundred artists but Garth's will always be my favorite. Thank you for sharing the story of how it came about.
@sergeantmasson3669
2 жыл бұрын
Kelly Clarkson does a great version also.
@annward4149
2 жыл бұрын
Oh Kelly Clarkson has The Dance perfectly sung!!!!! All hands down for Kelly. She puts you right there into the song. She sings it totally convincing you she's been there with the tears in her voice. And with her divorce wow she has the song 100%. You rock Kelly
@314cstaff
2 жыл бұрын
Scotty Mcquery sang an amazing version as well
Tony, it is SUCH a beautiful song. I am so glad that I got to hear you sing the song yourself. For the first time I heard all of the words and had a better understanding of the song and lyrics. You have a way of singing it! You have a very nice voice.
Glad I found this video. Tony seems like a great guy.
Still the best songwriter ever IMO 🙂
Y'all have a piece of my heart and tear drops every time I hear that song no matter who sings it. It's from the heart.
I love Peggy Sue got married, makes me cry every time I see it, and the dance is my favorite country song. So happy I found this video, I've been waiting almost 30yrs to hear the story of this amazing song. Thank you ❤️
@amorl4520
2 жыл бұрын
Watch Kelly Clarkson just sing it at the Kennedy Center. Tribute to brooks and Joan Bias . Better than garth.
Thank you for writing such a beautiful song. Honestly, it has given me comfort when putting down a couple of my dogs. That probably sounds weird but it has been so painful with my last dog, I can't even sing that song without bursting into tears. I'm not sure I would have ever gotten him if I knew the heartbreak that I was going to feel when I lost him but this song helps me realize exactly what you said. You don't get to pick and choose your memories.
@StarBright1976
Жыл бұрын
Wow, this song also had a connection with me and a great dog of mine. I lost when she was almost 15 years old. I had a very difficult time dealing with my loss. But this song held a lot of meaning helping me deal with my loss. 10 years after her passing this song was sung while I was eating at a restaurant with my husband. I couldn’t help myself from breaking down crying, remembering my girl. Such a powerful song. But I’m glad I didn’t miss my 14 plus year dance with my best girl, Ginny. I cry whenever I hear that song and now there are others also in my memories.
Omg...THIS IS EXACTLY my story..21 years married... Not exactly " happy".. but I know I WAS MEANT TO BE THEIR MAMA".. AND I'd do it again..in spite of maybe more( mom) tears than smiles..... my girls are AMAZING♡
@alicearnold4117
2 жыл бұрын
Danielle my daughter has your story too. Married eighteen years and stunned with a divorce, abruptly having to take your broken-hearted kids and leave your beautiful dream home. The spouse was happy go lucky, happy to move on and two states away from those sweet girls. It took her three years to move through the worst of the grief and there is always some kind of drama with her ex but we have the blessing of those three beautiful girls. Wishing you the best.
@artismyheart4886
2 жыл бұрын
Currently in a not so great marriage, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting lately. The What If’s, what could have been’s, what if I had taken a different path? Then I look at my kids and think how I might not ever have had them if it weren’t for my relationship with their father.
Very interesting story. 1986, turned down by everybody, this smash hit. Amazing. What a story, so much so I made a note of it. When the time comes, i would apprecate your help. Don't let evil win.
My favorite song of all time
It usually takes me a few beers in the bar before I get the spine to do a few karaoke tunes on stage - but when I do I've often chosen The Dance (and a few Keith Whitley songs) for two reasons. Primarily the poignant lyrics apply to much of my life - and thankfully the song is in a key I can sing. I always try and put the same inflection in the vocals as Garth to sound as close to him as possible, rather than re-interpreting it. It's definitely a special song that will remain a classic for generations. It's haunting, introspective...yet flows beautifully with such a nice melody.
This song means SO MUCH to me. My husband passed away from Stage IV Esophageal Cancer on March 23, 2019 at age 59. We had 31 total years together; some rough, some wonderful. We were just getting ready to enjoy our retirement and should have had 30 more years together. But like the song says, I’m glad I didn’t know the way it all would end. I could have missed the pain, but I’d have had to miss the dance. I wonder what Mr. Arata thinks of Kelly Clarkson’s version?
@JaimeMesChiens
Жыл бұрын
My partner, love-of-my life, Benjamin, my life partner, eternal beloved, died on 29 Sept 2017. He was 42-yr old and it was sudden and unexpected. I was numb. I couldn’t comprehend what had happened and I couldn’t cry. I wanted to cry, but my soul was dead. Shocked into auto pilot. Then, I heard and saw this on GMA. Mr Brooks performed it live. This performance, this song. I started sobbing first, followed by the most-intense tragic, deep pain. I realised why my survival didn’t allow me to feel for six weeks: it was too immense. It was overwhelming. I cried that entire day, couldn’t sleep that night. Cried on-and-off all night, and spent the following day laying on the sofa. Crying. This song brought about such agony, but it was necessary for me to survive. It still hurts. I miss my Benjamin every day. I like to think he is somewhere, watching me, and is also sobbing at the cruel way he had to leave me. This song brings it all back to day zero. Not a day goes by. Benj is always with me. I’ve not been able to “move on” and get involved with another man. Many do, and my family and friends urge this for me. I may some day, or may not. I don’t think it would be fair to another man to live with Benj’s ghost, always beside me. Eternal Beloved. Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss. If you’d like to talk to me, I would love to hear you. Let me know, please tag me, and I’ll post my email for you. 💔
So glad to find the person who wrote this terrific song!! It will stand the test of time.
One of the greatest country music i have ever listen.....till today
I have loved this song. I appreciated the story behind it. No matter what we do in our life there are heart breaking,things that happen . In my own life that has been true. One of my favorite verses is Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. The difficult experiences are the ones that teach you,the most.
So freaking Beautiful
Thanks for writing this epic piece of music and sharing it with us !
Wonderful story. Hits so true for me. Truly married the man of my dreams & we were living a great life, even after my accident. I thought things were still great, just a bump...but he asked for a divorce after 32yrs. I was devastated, but thankful for the unconditional love he Had given me & our 2 beautiful children
@brooklyn3299
2 жыл бұрын
Jesus that’s awful.. I’m sorry he left you.
I love the way Tony songs this song. Deep traditional country sound.
Now I've gotta' see this movie because this song is amazing. Can't believe folks that know music turned this song down.... wow. Garth Brooks is the only one that could have done this song justice, so maybe it was simply destiny. "For a moment, all the world was right".... best lyric ever written....
I am 83yo and I have requested The Dance be played as my swansong at my memorial service, when my time comes to leave!
WOW, I just found this video and it is wonderful to hear the story behind this song. Thank you for writing it Mr. Arata and for letting Garth make it the hit that it is.
Our lives are better left to chance...I cry everytime I hear it.
Probably my fave song ever
Simply incredible
Fantastic song .❤️🙌👏👍💞
This song reminds me of my mom and dad dancing in the living room,and I caught them and I recorded it on my phone, and it was there last dance becuz right after he passed of cancer, I cry everytime I hear it
Thank you for writing one of the most beautiful songs, sung by one of the best artists in country music! 🙏
One of my all time favorite songs; it came at a time (1990) when I really needed the message. Thank you so much!
It is a beautiful song, I love it. One of my favorites of all time.✌❤🎶
My high school graduating class voted for this song for our year. I love it.
@jomac841
2 жыл бұрын
Your grad class has great taste! Ours was “(Good Riddance) Time of Your Life” because apparently my class didn’t understand it was a crappy breakup song.
He’s got a Johnny Cash feel to his voice. I loved hearing this story, one of my all time favorite songs.
Thank goodnes he saw Peggy Sue Got Married. Also thank goodness he and Garth crossed paths. Its an actual example of the lyrics "Our lives are better left to chance / I could've missed the pain / but I'd have had to miss the dance" They were both struggling Nashville hopefuls. Amazing really how it all fit like a puzzle.
Love it!I myself have had a up and down life.But everytime I would think oh I should have done this or that differently. Then instantly I stop and think no I wouldn't have because if I would have changed one single thing I wouldn't have what I do have!And that's 4 wonderful Sons 6 wonderful grandchildren and I cherish each and every one of them and I'm sure there is more to come. And last but not least. The wonderful Men that helped me to achieve this. And the Dance says it all 😍👍
Some of Gods greatest gifts are unanswered prayers
@peggyhawkinson3061
2 жыл бұрын
Oh, I think they’re always answered……
This is my song Hubby is gone away but I cherish this song
Mr. Arata…thank you so much for sharing this emotional piece. I work in a hospice and have sung it for many residents and their families. It has brought so much emotion and comfort to those who hear it. Blessings and Thanks again🥰
This song means so much to so many.
I had the great pleasure of seeing Tony in a home concert setting. One of the highlights of my concert history. Thank you Tony.
Wow. WOW!! One of the best songs ever created!
@kevindupre4014
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful comment.... My condolences and respect to you. ✌️
Thank you US base radio in Aviano, Italy. Heard you there first time and could even r get it of of my head , bought the tape in Germany giving a hard time to my sister not able to find American music there either and brought it "home" holding it like a piece of the type of gold that makes only me happy:)
My late husband loved this song! We saw Garth in a concert live in Boston! When he sang it the audience sang along! Wow... and my dear husband five years later came. Down with cancer, but always had this “song choice” while having chemo. Unfortunately he died after 6 years battling this horrible disease, but it always reminds me of how we never know about life. So.. hang on to every good minute!
THANK YOU TONY FOR BEING THERE FOR TERRI. WE LOVE THE DANCE AND ENJOYED OUR TIMES AT THE BLUEBIRD WITH YOU AND TERRI.
Truly timeless.
We know it was all in GODS PRECIOUS TIMING MOMENT AND GOOD FOR THE SOUL. All .y so far 75 yrs still up and dancing but for rhe greatest way to tell someone u k now hey. This one,s for u live donnasepulveda
This is the song that holds the most special meaning to me. One never knows when we could ever lose someone very dear a and close to our heart. Many thanks for the lyrics of this song Mr. Tony Arata. I was meant to come across this song again. By surprise and my greatest shock..I became widowed by an ever distressing phonecall by emergency paramedic while I was in another state. It was in 2016 to my surprise that I had lost my dear husband John. I have heard this song before but today it describes to a T my emotions of that very heart wrenching day. One never knows when we can easily lose someone that is dearest to our heart. God bless all.
Still to this day, The Dance always hits home emotionally like no other song
I think only garth could've pulled it off. It was meant for him.
This has always been my fav song and will be
I’m only three years late seeing this..This video was great and just as wonderful as the song which is one o& the best ever written!Thank you for sharing
@lisavaden9903
4 жыл бұрын
I totally agree
When I hear this song it makes me sad - of course - for all I've lost and at the same time happy that God blessed me with some wonderful people & that I had so much in the first place. A song that can bring out so much emotion is amazing.
Best song ever
The Dance is my favorite song
life on this old Earth summed up in a few fine words
God Bless you Tony, Thank you for changing my life. Your song hit me Hard and had me focus on my life. It has continued to be a great part going forward.
I KNOW GARTH HAS A ROCK BACKGROUND, THATS ALL ME, NEVER MUCH FOR COUNTRY. HEARD THIS 'AT A TIME IN MY LIFE' & I WAS TOAST! TO THIS DAY I STILL GET TEARY EYED HEARING IT. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!
i lost it when he started singing. so raw and wholesome. so beautiful.
What an interesting story about this song which I love. Thanks for the interview, and tanks alway for the wonderful song. It tells a true story for many of us.
I love this song. Thank you for telling the story behind the song.
My absolute favorite country song, for many reasons
the best song ever...
Legend.
Thank you, Tony Arata for this song. Not only did Garth Brooks do it right it also will forever be linked with Dale Earnhardt. Having Garth sing it at the 2001 NASCAR awards was so moving in remembrance of loosing Dale Earnhardt. Again, Thank You.
Sir, I cry each time I hear this, whomever sings the lyrics. Thank you.
Thank whoever that camera human was because as a guitarist it was so nice to watch the musician and singer play both their instruments! So thank you for the angle to show him and him playing
Thank you for sharing, the story, It is once favorite songs from Garth
Love this song,beautiful.
Brings me to tears every time. ❤️
This video led me to getting into this track. Sometimes on different parts of the pond we live in parallel universes when it comes to music. Wow, this song is amazing, cheers
My favorite song since I was a kid... Amazing
Thanks 🙏 so much Tony for writing such a gem! I enjoy performing it and am honored to do so! Done it numerous times at funerals along with go rest high (Vince) and believe (b&d). Thanks man for such an amazing piece that I honestly believe God had a helping hand in inspiring you to compose it!!!! Take care man!!
So great
I appreciate you written this song!
Such a beautifully conveyed message
All I got to say is NUFF SAID. Thanx and blessings your way.
Mr. Arata this is a beautiful song!
This song hits straight to my soul.
Beautiful......! ! Thank you 🙏 Never knew you wrote 🤷♀️. ...Beautiful ! It’s nice knowing about it.
Garth brooks the dance is one of the songs that I’m going to have them play at my funeral
Beautiful 💕
Peggy sue got married? Will have to watch that.. At the end of this podcast I was crying, so powerful to hear the writer singing. Such truth in the song !!
My dad passed away when I was 15. This was my mom and dads wedding song when I was 5. I always thought it was a song of a couple breaking up or someone passing away but it was unclear. It still seemed oddly accurate in our lives. It really does have relevance to us.
This song always makes me emotional
Garthwe loved you in the past. We love you now. We also missing you now. If you felt like you needed to take time off. That's great. I hope one day in the future, that you will come back with some more great music. Take care.
Thank you
Great video Tony, Thanks
Wow great voice too!!!
Thank you US Aviano base radio fir being the first to play song that was never able to forget again looking for a way to find it finally in Germany where I bought my first country music tape one of many more
@zuggman6530
2 жыл бұрын
Been there, :)
Great song and. Does have meaning ❤️
The most underrated song ever!
This video bleeds red, white and blue. Thank you Tony for such a beautiful song.
@tedwilliams8879
4 жыл бұрын
What? It has nothing to do with 'merica.