Clay Pigeons (Live) - John Prine

Song begins at 1:20
"Clay Pigeons" (written by Blaze Foley, first on Foley's 1989 Live At The Austin Outhouse (...And Not There) cassette, covered by John Prine on 2005 Fair & Square album)
from "Austin City Limits: John Prine/Amos Lee" on PBS via KVIE
Season 31 Episode 6
aired November 12, 2005
LYRICS
I'm goin' down to the Greyhound station
Gonna buy a ticket to ride
I'm gonna find that lady with two or three kids
And sit down by her side
Ride 'til the sun comes up and down around
About two or three times
Smokin' cigarettes in the last seat
Sing my song for the people I meet
And get along with it all
Where the people say "y'all"
Sing a song with a friend
Change the shape that I'm in
And start playin' again
I'd like to stay
But I might have to go to start over again
I might go back down to Texas
Or go to somewhere that I've never been
And get up in the mornin' and go out at night
And I won't have to go home
Get used to bein' alone
Change the words to this song
And start singin' again
I'm tired of runnin' 'round lookin' for answers
To questions that I already know
I could build me a castle with memories
Just to have somewhere to go
Count the days and the nights that it takes
To get back in the saddle again
Feed the pigeons some clay
Turn the night into day
And start talkin' again, when I know what to say
I'm goin' down to the Greyhound station
Gonna buy a ticket to ride
I'm gonna find that lady with two or three kids
And sit down by her side
Ride 'til the sun comes up and down around
About two or three times
Smokin' cigarettes in the last seat
Play my song for the people I meet
And get along with it all
Where the people say "y'all"
Feed the pigeons some clay
Turn the night into day
And start talkin' again, when I know what to say
written by Blaze Foley

[@bluegrassboy]

It's the most John Prine sounding song that John didn't write that there ever could be.

[@chrismccourt4454]

Yes, I felt similarly about ‘That’s how every empire falls’.

[@anthonysalciccioli5918]

"I could build me a castle with memories just to have somewhere to go"- wow, what a line.

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[@paulfrancis4227]

Yes. Ridiculous.

[@troygarza5720]

Blaze foley died before his time. He died defending his friend a old black man. Dude was a legend.

[@robgarrettmusic]

Amen

[@jackspry9736]

RIP John Prine (October 10, 1946 - April 7, 2020), aged 73 And RIP Blaze Foley (December 18, 1949 - February 1, 1989), aged 39 You both will be remembered as legends.

[@marybarratt2649]

I don't know about you guys, but these days I choke up every time I listen to John. Thank goodness we still have his music. Bless him, wherever he is now.

[@gregmarthaler3754]

I get choked up every time, too. Most days, I just sit and drink my coffee, listen to John, like I’ve been doing for 60 years, and let his music wash over my brain.

[@jimbanda]

Yup ❤❤

[@taylorshelton8962]

Yes sir

[@chipcain9013]

Amazing how fast I feel the tears come when he starts singing!

[@robinkennedy7524]

When I think about simpler times, and start to miss my dear brother who passed over a decade ago, I find myself listening to John Prine. His music is tattooed on my soul and in my heart. I discovered him in 1973 while washing my brother's car and I popped in one of his cassette tapes. I am an old woman these days... and yes, I sure do choke up.

[@nickydumas9455]

I was heartbroken before he ever sang a word. I was one of those with a “hole in his arm where all the money goes”. I carried Prine around in a stolen walkman player with a beat up cassette over-due from a library loaned in another state. He spoke pictures of life folks lived like he knew us personally. Like he lived it himself and had the words that connected with the feelings. But i won’t miss him, too much, I’ve got the legacy he’s left us. I wish i could tell him “thanks”.

[@robertlewis9355]

JOHN REAL DEAL PRINE

[@MultiHairypotter]

I bet he knows now Nicky

[@rustycline6848]

Ditto: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIukfpajd9yHh9k

[@robinluich5576]

SAM STONE WAS ABOUT A JUNKIE DAD.

[@carltonhigginbotham9290]

well said

[@dennisevans4668]

My brother went to heaven with John prine singing

[@jacquismith3277]

How beautiful.❤

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[@corrieclarkson3433]

To the 120 people that gave this a thumbs down.. How pathetic your outlook on music must be.. I am sorry for your inability to appreciate the amazing things in this life.. Such as John Prine...

[@jacquismith3277]

No taste. Their loss.

[@KimNguyen-qr9yp]

John Prine probably wrote a song about these folks also....LOL. Pity them.

[@davidlinehat4657]

haha, they must be the reason that youtube removed the downvote option

[@GangerRolf]

Probably misclicks.

[@rickeycrosby529]

Pity the assholes that never listened to this genius !!! American Treasure !! RIP handsome Johnny !!!

[@zackmccurdy8144]

That man absolutely slayed the harmonica for this performance. Must have been a true privilege. Rest easy, Mr. Prine.

[@frankstrick3943]

That is Jaxon Wilbur.

[@zackmccurdy8144]

@@frankstrick3943 god bless! Thank you! :)

[@scottdibble8609]

Well, it's Jason, from Bloomington.

[@rickeycrosby529]

Jason. WILBUR !!! WHAT AN AWESOME MUSICIAN !! John knew how to pick em !!!

[@sherrychastain2920]

Sir Jason Wilbur. Totally earned a place in John Pries Heaven, God Bless Him

[@d.markdetrixhe3367]

It doesn't get any better than John Prine doing a Blaze Foley tune. Rest well our American Troubadour ✌️❤️🎶

[@gillbawden]

FOR A MAN? sounds sad and totally self absorbed. This is why you forget the women you came from. I feel sad for you bunch of losers

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[@1crashit]

Amen...

[@5583Brian]

He’s up there having a cocktail vodka and ginger ale and smoking that 9 mile long cigarette and taking that pretty girl on the tilter world. RIP John

[@The_Pennsylvanian]

Proved his daddy wrong too, I'd wager

[@raymontoya6734]

This song is not about voice or musical talent. It's about the pain of losing somebody you love. Vince lost his brother. The pain was excruciating. I lost my nice to murder. The pain is unbelievable. This song will help heal the grief we have to live to live through every day.

[@twobeards6714]

I lost the love of my life between Christmas and New Year. There's a long trip ahead.

[@geraldtanderson9044]

Yes. Trying to move forward. Change the shape I'm in; get use to being alone; start talking again. I'm in that place right now. No one really knows that place until they experience it for themselves. I hope you're moving forward a little. Peace to you.

[@nancymahaney7128]

RIP John Prine - you really were an American legend.

[@heidigrunberg421]

No. He always IS an American legend

[@lenahughes7867]

Hes a human legend, he sang the truth. Rest in Peace

[@skullduggery3377]

i'm here if you need comfort.

[@Micha_el.]

Ah Baby

[@northernskow3443]

A true legend. Still a legend. The old Norse have a saying. "Cattle die, kinsmen die, even the self must die. But I know one thing that never dies. The reputation of each dead man"

[@JockLambert1972]

My father would play John Prine albums back in the early 70’s which doesn’t sound unusual, but you see I’m from Scotland and as far I was concerned my dad was the coolest cat on the planet, as I thought we were the only people listening to this genius in Scotland back then, I was wrong of course, rest easy John, god speed.

[@johnny5fingers0966]

I still think just by this description that for the time and place your dad may have been in the running for the coolest man on the planet. Scottish people get bumped up a bunch just because they're Scottish and have the very best slang and and they have the best back and forth shit talking I've ever witnessed. I don't think a Scottish ego can grow too far out of proportion because the rest of the country will certainly k rock them down a peg or two. Cheers.

[@bobhoffman5581]

Your father had excellent musical tastes, for sure... 👍

[@Playsinvain]

You were pretty darn close!

[@jamiearcher8133]

LEGEND❤️

[@williamjoseph337]

You're dad was the coolest cat in town, sir

[@tomsortore8301]

This man has to be one of the most authentic humans that ever lived. God blessed us with this genius

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[@jacquismith3277]

I love him so much.

[@stormbringercoming8105]

The music of John Prine is like ice cream. It’s good if you’re happy, sad, sick, healthy, hot or cold. Like an old dog, that’s loyal. By your side all the time.

[@Hithere-ek4qt]

Well said, my friend.

[@rjbubba203]

Well fucking put

[@janismcelroy4832]

YES. It's always a good time for John Prine. He always makes me feel better.

[@taylorshelton8962]

Don't forget when you're on a bender

[@johnbackman4475]

I stole this for my Facebook feed. Great statement

[@toddwhite9083]

Two men who’s lyrics can make any grown man cry...John and Blaze.

[@heidigrunberg421]

@marlene riggs who's Jackson c Frank?

[@madboogs]

Guy Clark moves me

[@donweiser]

I've enjoyed John for years, Blaze is new to me but DAMN guys, this is one HELL of a beautiful song!! Don

[@davidrockett5789]

yes todd...like a baby. what a joy such songs give. thank you mr prine...for all the wonderful song you ¨made up¨! Lord have mercy

[@madhukarjonathanminj2772]

Townes Van Zandt too

[@contactcontact7898]

John rarely played another artists work , but the few times he did he went overboard making sure all understood it was a cover...what a fkn good person.

[@charlesstaples4980]

Steve Goodman and Blaze Foley.

[@donaldtingler9213]

Great song writer!

[@barrywhite828]

his humility is mind bogglin. i dont compare him to Jesus, but john was a very positive force in life. he just made ya wanna be a better person.

[@user-mu9sb2od9f]

Pure...

[@debbiemeldrum8350]

And the harmonica is just angelic.

[@paulrippingham6901]

That's his son playing harmonica

[@citizenspolicyfoundation4068]

I cried tonight. Our friend John Prine has passed. We say every time he came to town. Great soul wonderful heart.

[@TheEmmy111]

😭😭😭😭🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@dandickens3442]

Love him ❤️

[@lbeau061]

RIP

[@JH-lj2bm]

🙏🎼🙏

[@montanalivin8248]

Amen...

[@georgelewis1664]

What an honor it would have been to have known John Prine and been his friend . I’m 83 years old and become a fan of JP only within the last few years ( what in heck took me so damned long ? ) . Every song he sings touches me in a way that no other singer does , because in every song you can feel John’s presence and soul . And makes me feel like my best friend is singing . . . . to me . . . and other friends of his . RIP JP , you’re loved.

[@tagfanning9348]

I’m 75 and in the same boat… he makes Dylan a youngun’ .

[@larryfletcher2348]

He was Nice to everyone

[@royosborne849]

I am 71 and had quintuple heart bypass surgery. Yes every song he sings is so meaningful to me. JP was wonderful and his music lives on and lives within me. Thank you. Roy in Knoxville Tennessee

[@edgardaniels1402]

I love JP also, I’m just a kid at 50 this month lol, but I’ve been listening to him for years. If you haven’t heard Blaze sing this song and “if I could only fly” you should check em out. Can’t imagine what it was like back then for these guys when you hear the stories about them just rambling around with the clothes they had on and a guitar on their back. I don’t think I’ve ever been that free and it seems like those days are gone for good!

[@mrchildgrownold3852]

You're in good company 👍

[@nataliejones9950]

My uncle Perry introduced me to John Prine, he passed away 6 months ago to cancer. He was something special of a person. This song reminds me off him. RIP my Perry.

[@arguablyrightorwrong]

Don’t often hear John sing someone else’s song, but when he does it becomes his…so beautiful🌺

[@ScabbyCrab]

The harmonica in this is heart wrenching.

[@barrywhite828]

yep, scabby. real music makes ya feel something. modern shit just pisses you off. an harmonica played properly is one hell of a weapon, or one hellava drug.

[@TomBenner1215]

What kinda harp is that?

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@karlconnolly3994]

I love singers who sing straight into your ear like they know you… and the poetry breaks your heart.

[@barrywhite828]

nice words karl.

[@bendyrland7213]

RIP John and Blaze. American treasures that are uniquely their own.

[@V8trickshot]

Ben Dyrland “ build me a castle of memories just to have someplace to go” Real Shame blaze never got the recognition he deserves

[@orkycathcart6397]

AND OF COURSE STEVE-GOODMAN !!

[@BirdmanHT07]

Listening to a deceased man, playing a song by a man who was deceased. Powerful.

[@wb0072]

Can't you imagine the music John Prine, Blaze Foley, Townes Van Zandt, Merle, and Waylon are making in heaven.

[@gwenvanveen1265]

Right on

[@frederickvanpelt6393]

Guy Clark

[@thomasfarmer8686]

Justin townes earle too

[@Ghostofachance-iw8pr]

Steve Goodman! ❤

[@sixmile4796]

Soon enuf ill get to hear em all play...ill be sitn in the front row brother

[@bulldog299]

The Mark Twain of song writing. Never forgotten. RIP. An American Legend.

[@brunopadovani7347]

Perfectly put.

[@BillyJoeMcallister]

Moving comment, thanks for posting it.

[@maxe159]

but isn't this a different person's song?

[@RaggedyCatProductions]

@@maxe159 this ones a cover of a Blaze Foley song :)

[@Johnny-mp2ew]

Yeah, blazer foley sure is

[@KarlsKronicles]

This song tells the story of my brother I lost in a motorcycle accident over 25 years ago. He was a lost and wandering soul, trying to find a new beginning. I wish he were here so I could share this song with him.

[@thetreblerebel]

John gives Blaze credit. Shows how good Blaze was when John admires Blaze as a songwriter.

[@j.rollinsbrunson3671]

Stevie Jo, for a long time I thought this was my favorite Prine song ! Had no clue it was a cover of a Blaze Foley song. Awesome song !

[@kennywebb3196]

As Do I

[@genuinecj]

Blew me out of my chair.

[@msdixie1]

Nothing in the world better than John Prine singing a Blaze Foley song

[@egbun]

A simple but profound song that only John Prine could do justice to. Thank you John for this gift.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@bonniesayles2949]

So sorry to hear we lost John Prine today.

[@tomryan8223]

Ive been listening to JOHN PRINE 40 PLUS YRS AND ALL OF A SUDDEN NEVER Listen to him for years BUT i had major surgery in 20-11 and eleven surgeries SINCE I just got outta hospital after 3WKs. On T.P.N doin good for the first couple days then last night I. Got A FEVER 38.9 my wife kept takin my Temperature most the night and i fell asleep TK GOD I AWOKE my temp.was good all day now its creepin up again i prayed i would get a. Break this time around not looking so good again keeps up.i gotta go back in hospital. THEN only THING left is life and death SUGERY not what I wanted(!!!!. please pray for me it will be certainly APPRECIATED JOHN PRINES MUSIC HELPS ME fight this Terrible BATTLE!!!!

[@keithgrimes9622]

"I could build me a castle with memories, just to have somewhere to go"--- No wonder John Prine, who came up with so many perfect lines, wished he'd written that one, too.

[@IntelligentElephant]

So who wrote that line? Your comment confused me

[@keithgrimes9622]

That's a line from "Clay Pigeons," the song featured here, written by Blaze Foley.

[@zakjacobsen9422]

Lets all say a lil prayer for John.

[@dannyegan1023]

😊

[@kenh9681]

Rest In Peace John. You have been my hero since I was a teen of 16. Today at 60 I am heartbroken over losing you. Your music has gotten me through the biggest struggles in my life and you were playing in some of my most beautiful memories. So long until we meet again old friend...

[@kenh9681]

@Randy Bingham have you in my thoughts and prayers brother in your battle. John fought and beat cancer twice and it truly breaks my heart to see this damn Coronavirus take him from us. I've seen him perform 27 times and each time was a pleasure to be in his presence.

[@mikebingham7189]

Randy Bingham Sorry to hear about your health problem. Wish you the best and God bless. Not sure if we're related, 67 from Illinois, but really aren't we all. I remember John in the 1970's and now he's taken that final unknown trip that we all must take. So help somebody, do some good. The world needs it and it's good for the soul. Everyone take care.

[@kellyparkinson8594]

Beautifully said! Cheers to you my fellow Prine super fan. I fell in love with him without meeting him. I know of not one musician for which I can say the same. I admire Bill Murray for his understandable deep devotion to Mr. John Prine. Rest in peace - the most amazing man next to my Father and husband (sorta). John Prine is an icon I love unconditionally. My husband is a John i love. If he could do some of what Prine can do, my worship just might reach my level of obsession with Prine. Good thing is he adores him as much as me.

[@DM7817]

Kenneth thanks for sharing your story. I saw him only a few times in show and am a few years behind you in age. He and Tom Petty will forever be my favorite voices in music.

[@1Decos]

52 here. i totally concur with your thoughts and memories. cheers

[@sharonscott3999]

He was sweet and kind. He let me get off the bus and watched my baby. His name was John.

[@buckligaboots8188]

Songwriters like John and Blaze don't come along very often! Thanks for all The Best John!!

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[@TN4theWIN]

I had no idea this wasn't his song. He sings it so perfectly.

[@waterfordrs22]

Dave Bell Blaze Foley is more than worth checking out.

[@ralfo33152]

Dave Bell blaze and John were cut from the same cloth. I knew Blaze and I like to imagine he wrote this song for John

[@hevans2110]

How lucky we were to have this man. They’ll never be another.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@2010pjm]

its been over a year now since john passed as bob dylan once said " Time is a jet plane ...it moves too fast. Ahhh but what a shame that all we had couldn't last"

[@patdean7630]

It's literally every song that touches you never gets old no matter how many times you have seen him or listen to one of a kind.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@retiredyeti5555]

Lost my sister and John within the same week. Life will never be the same for me. RIP.

[@kellyparkinson8594]

I'm so sorry for your loss. If there's a heaven at least they are there together. Could be chatting about you and your love for him as a musician right now. I was heartbroken to read this. Please know your family is in my prayers.

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[@scribe_samples2309]

Here I am at this video again. My brother sent it to me 2x’s when he knew his health was failing. He was trying “to get on with it all” but he knew this time he couldn’t; it just wasn’t in him. He is gone now, so I just come listen and remember and now “I try to get on with it all” myself.

[@donnaj.clarke2482]

I love the way John sang this and Jason on the harmonica is just amazing. I just cry so sad.

[@davidryan4127]

Sang with him in the audience at the Armadillo World Headquarters. Dear Abbey..... I got misty eyed at his passing cause his songs always pulled me through tough times. We were on the earth at the same time. Bless you John Prine and your family at this time .

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[@mojopsu83]

So cool that he gave props to Blaze.

[@nadyaroy4159]

I have passed this along to so many people hoping that they love it..in my mind it warms my soul.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@Pthunderful]

Favorite song all time, doesn’t matter who plays it. This version especially powerful

[@davidmorgan3947]

The finest performance of Clay Pigeons, I think (and I've done some looking around). Prine's vocal here is almost beyond perfectly right for this brokedown road song, and the only ornamentation that could really work would be a high and lonesome harmonica, which is what we get - enjoy!!

[@ancil57]

A song of regret, and hope. A masterpiece.

[@lindamullins1446]

I love the down to earth everyday style of every song😢❤he is missed

[@tommiewilson6443]

John prime caused me to play and sing and try to write. He sure had a way with words. I never got to see him or meet him . I learned a little of his songs, and when I play them for people they tell me it made them happier than they were. With mr prine, a little was a whole lot. Love you john.

[@randysollars5909]

John Prine, what a great story teller

[@Bdasef]

John left us today. I wish you could have stayed longer. There's no one who can take your place. RIP John. Now go & enjoy a vodka & gingerale & a cigarette 9 miles long.

[@davo2003hd]

i'm having one right now. R.I.P. John

[@brushbros]

There are a lot of reasons that Mr. Prine's songs bring tears to our eyes. Mostly that we share a common soul.

[@ricklee5901]

This man makes tears run down my Ole cheeks....

[@michaeldailey3219]

Prine makes any song he sings special. There is something intangible about him.

[@gynat5968]

Ethereal...

[@JimbosKitchen]

Everytime I listen too a John Prine song on you tube, I read the comments. And they're just outstanding.

[@mikewillett3010]

So sad tonight 🙏🙏🙏 for all his family and fans 🙏🙏🙏

[@jrallen5417]

After the day draws to night and I’m ready to turn off the light , I thank my Lord for this time and listen to at least one song by my ol’friend John Prine! See you soon..... pals 4ever!

[@orangeblossom661]

Got to know this guys music after his passing. I missed out on a leged. The discovery of The Tree Of Forgiveness reminds me that there is so much music out there to be discovered. I have unearthed a true treasure .

[@timoj24]

Well my friend, you might as well start with his first album and keep a hanky nearby,. You’ll need it. Enjoy!

[@j9beach]

Me too...it was after he passed that my husband & I found out what we missed...RIP John...thank you for some great music!!!!

[@TM-vq1bf]

But you didn’t miss out on him

[@kellycoleman2895]

God love ya🙏😇 I missed seeing him in My town.. City🤷‍♀️ One of my besties did get to though 💜💕 God Rest Both of their SOULS🙏💕💜💙

[@artwilmeth6944]

My sense of humor has saved me more than a couple of times in my life," Prine says. "If I can make myself laugh about something that I should be crying about, that's pretty good." RIP JP

[@garymoore8711]

I was feeling blue today, down in the dumps till I listened to John sing this song. The man can put a smile on my face. Thanks, John. 'Preciate it!

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

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[@AnthonyMonaghan]

Great version of a bona fide classic. Rest easy John and Blaze.

[@kirstenlogan5175]

If John were still around ....he’d light up a smoke, have a drink, say “who gives a shit what people do or don’t think of me.” and sing a song about it. I don’t need CMA to tell me he was one of the finest. R.I.P John 💙

[@TheSelfHelpTube]

Eventually we will all learn to think for ourselves again, despite the current American administration doing their best to dismantle public education. Exactly as John wished.

[@jeanettesmith765]

Trying to hide my sorrow from the people I meet...

[@pageluvva]

Brilliant line

[@jpwodusky6105]

@@shall2387 foleys version is "try to hide my sorrow from the people I meet" for whatever unknown reason prine changed that one line in his version.

[@jeanettesmith765]

@@shall2387 That line is correct.

[@coffeydavid1]

I discovered this man in the last 6 months. What a precious character he is.

[@jeffeason3599]

Well…Better late than never. Welcome to the John Prine fan club. He gave us enough good music to enjoy for a lifetime.

[@sandrahakert007]

When I listen to John’s songs I get such a feeling of happiness. His words are magical.

[@240LTS]

... During this 2020 storm we are all going through, John and his music will lower a simple man's blood pressure...... if you know how to listen.

[@kellyparkinson8594]

@@240LTS or if you don't know how to listen but simply listen his music and the lyrics will do the work for you. Never met a person who didn't love Mr. Prine but there are far too many people just not discovering him. It's crazy.

[@guitarhack714]

I first heard of him in the early 70’s. My sister named her horse Illegal Smile. Through the years I catch a concert of his here and there. Last time I saw him was at Constitution Hall in the district. Just heard he died. I’m sure paradise is waiting for him

[@artwilmeth6944]

Guitar, I've seen JP at Wolftrap many times, the Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. 1999 after he kicked cancer's ass the first time and at Red Rocks June 2009 where Levon Helm opening up the show. My sense of humor has saved me more than a couple of times in my life," Prine says. "If I can make myself laugh about something that I should be crying about, that's pretty good." RIP JP

[@mikeharcourt28]

Guitarhack RIP JP.

[@fenwayify]

@James Wright Remember at the end of "Field of Dreams," Ray (played by Kevin Costner) is asked by his father, "Is this heaven?" And Ray answers, "It's Iowa." "Iowa," his dad answers, "I could have sworn this is heaven." Then Ray asks, "Is there a heaven?" His father then says, "Oh yeah...It's the place where dreams come true." Those sentiments express it all for me. We may not have complete certainty about what happens after death, but we do know there are moments in our lives, with our family or friends, even with a stranger, where our connections have the kind of peace or joy we envision heaven to be or like. I think we need to treasure those moments and truly appreciate life's precious moments. It's often hard to fully recognize and acknowledge those glorious experiences, as they occur, but they are there, for each of us. Wouldn't it be nice if we could all see that in each other...see that we're all the same...perhaps even make this world more like heaven? It seems like that's what John Prine sang about; our common humanity...

[@mt3311]

@@artwilmeth6944 That would have been a show to see for damn sure, John Prine and Levon Helm.

[@drylandman]

"I hope we had a good time" Put that on my tombstone.

[@johnisthomas5818]

AMEN

[@rdickinsondickinson]

John didn’t need but 2or3 chords to change the world for the better and to me forever. A true Seer!

[@mrjasondylan]

Just like Hank Williams and Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan all before him all you need is 3 chords and the truth.

[@foggyfields9378]

Blaze and Prine left behind many treasures to find. RIP guys ❤❤

[@barrywhite828]

yep, thats a pretty deep rabbit hole there, foggy

[@SuperFredAZ]

It's hard to believe that the late, great John Prine, actually DIDN"T write this. It's like Blaze Foley was channeling John. R.I.P John Prine.

[@stevenhanson6057]

The line find that lady with two or three kids and sit down by her side conjures up a feeling of magic that you didn’t know how it was done

[@juliusebola9712]

When I first heard this Blaze Foley song I really thought it sounded like a John Prine song.. Very happy to have found this little gem. RIP to both these legends.

[@t5terry]

What a great great tribute to blaze foley for playing his song and these two people are so sadly missed from proper country music

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

🆘 🆘 Hello❤Mother Father God here our creators are here in physical flesh reaching out to you! Please phone home today we luvu and are here to make this world a better place for all! Let's kick ass!🙏 Mom

[@Novaman66]

There's a hole the size of the. Grand Canyon in my life, now that John Prine is in heaven😞🙏

[@lonestardude6283]

If anyone could do justice singing a Blaze Foley song it would be John Prine! Hope they’re hanging out together right now trading songs! God bless them both!

[@garyharper2992]

What a beautiful song. Rest In Peace John.

[@eurich33]

The great John Prine!!! Just loved and enjoyed all his stuff!!!

[@martincremer1422]

The singer and the song are indistinguishable. What a gift to give, the truth.

[@mauriwestmoreland5687]

John is one of my favorite singer songwriters, and among the best songwriters ever.

[@twobeards6714]

John Prine ...... A master story teller and observer of life. You left us a great legacy.

[@vincentlussier8264]

Once I listen to John Prine I can't stop. Every song moves you and goes so deep. He wrote stories of life in his songs we can all relate to and they're so wholesome and down to earth! He draws you in, he has your full attention and you love him right away!

[@barrywhite828]

yep. it started out just wantin to hear "paradise" 4 hours later............

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

🆘 🆘 Hello❤Mother Father God here our creators are here in physical flesh reaching out to you! Please phone home today we luvu and are here to make this world a better place for all! Let's kick ass🙏 Mom

[@edisonjennings9956]

He's a treasure. We are lucky to be living in the same century with John Prine.

[@joeleigh2217]

John thank you for your words you helped guide people to life

[@terryknutson3202]

"no words to describe this" "Thank you God for John Prine. Amen."

[@dalegranier3054]

Thanks John for treating me like a friend in at a closed movie theater in Baton rouge LA 1974.my girl and abunch of highschool hippie s filled up the 300 seats curtain s were open and John carried two bar stools out one for him one for his beer by the 3 hr show the place was Soo smoke d. Up every onefelt like his friend as he walked in the crowd saw him again at the country jam in 75 we had 2days and 1 nite. Louisiana St Fairgrounds. Jimmy buffet. K Jerry jeff. Marshall Tucker Willie Nelson Hank Jr nd those are the ones I remember Fell in love with that girl and John in those 2 years when we lost John we were still together and since I have lost her too. I have photos and mem and a promise I'll see him and be with her again in a better place The ol black man asked Jesus what will you be when you grow up. JESUS answered GODDDDD

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

🆘 🆘 Hello❤Mother Father God here our creators are here in physical flesh reaching out to you! Please phone home today we luvu and are here to make this world a better place for all! Let's kick ass🙏 Mom

[@robertstephens165]

Life won't be the same for a long time. John played song's that sound like song's from Heaven. Can't stop crying.

[@jpmriccardi]

Proper lyrics: “Try to hide my sorrow from the people I meet”

[@alvmason1]

The hardest hitting part of the song

[@leebrown7748]

I hear ya...Lee

[@JohnnyBGoode-xw9zj]

This song describes my father nowadays. Every word, it’s scary. Especially that line. It gets to me every time. It describes my dad perfectly. Always has a smile on his face no matter what. Never showing any sadness, no matter what. Even when he’s dying inside and lonely. I know cause I can tell, but nobody else is none the wiser. He’s the Greatest Man I know. Such a Gentle Man. I guess that’s why everybody likes him when they meet him. Love you Pop.

[@TheLongCut1]

I keep watching this over and over and over. Hope you're doing okay, John. We love you.

[@cottonpatch2000]

He passed tonight. Real sad, but we will always have his work.

[@dannyirvine4262]

He didn't make it... :(

[@desertbill01]

He left tonight. There will never be another like him. Can't stop listening and crying.

[@robertfeldgus850]

@@desertbill01 I agree

[@patrickchynoweth1891]

He was the best story teller ever! Mark Twain with a guitar! Love you John Prine!

[@tomyot77]

John’s special music will continue to live for ever

[@55whiplash]

When you have a repertoire like John Prine and you sing someone else's song, that's the ultimate compliment. Great song, I can close my eyes and picture living the lyrics.

[@lima621]

I grew up just outside Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK. My elder Brother played me Sam Stone back in the 70´s when I was about 10 or eleven. God only knows where he got it from. The song stuck in my mind and many years later when the internet arrived, I searched for and learned it. Im a working Musician and sing it now and again. RIP John Prine. A Bard of the first Order. Your memory lives on in your songs that people sing.

[@jackslad4407]

From a fellow Geordie - this song kills me every time. Blaze Foley had a tough life but to write just one song like this? What a talent. I love John Prine's version and it's good to know you're still singing this song :)

[@TomSarros-bj2mq]

Most unrelated music man in rock, country, put him up against any pop/rap singer out out therMr. prine will blow them out of the water, one of my most favorite singers/song writers nought said.

[@mjamesbarrett]

" If God's got a favorite songwriter , I think it's John Prine - KRIS KRISTOFFERSON -

[@meesterchreester5589]

I got into John Prine about 4 or 5 months ago. I got soo excited to see him when "this was all over". I was devastated when I found out about his death from covid. I looked so forward to seeing him. RIP John, Luckily I can still hear your voice through media. I show your music to everyone I can!

[@ralphbourke5473]

----- " He sang about you and me the realities of daily life with 4 chords yet achieved more respect than the glitter fireworks flashing larger than life's jumbo screen tv's! " --------

[@jimmygarrett617]

Camping for the first time this year tonight and i wanted some good tunes for the campfire. Prine came to mind...my dad turned me on to him many years ago. And at 36 years old it still brings a tear to my eye to listen to him.. RIP sir.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

🆘 🆘 Hello❤Mother Father God here our creators are here in physical flesh reaching out to you! Please phone home today we luvu and are here to make this world a better place for all! Let's kick ass🙏 Mom

[@BulldogDan1231]

My musical companion since the mid ‘70s is gone. He and Dylan are the music of my life and I am heartbroken. The ‘singing mailman’.....often irreverent but extraordinarily introspective, keenly observant of those he encountered and wonderfully humorous...there will never be another John Prine. RIP my friend.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

🆘 🆘 Hi beautiful creation❤Mother Father God here our creators are here in physical flesh reaching out to you! Please phone home today we luvu and are here to make this world a better place for all! Let's kick ass!🙏 Mom