Colin Hay - Dear Father

Colin Hay x LaundroMatinee (Live at The Pop Machine)
Recorded and Mixed by Marc Johnson at The Pop Machine
Filmed and Edited by Doug Fellegy, Sheridan Gibson, and Kaitrin Higbee
Check out the full session, including free MP3s, at LaundroMatinee.com: bit.ly/NeHXjG

[@imluckylucid3845]

I lost my dad a couple weeks ago im 13 and this helped me thank you colin hay:")

[@johnstark5097]

you are very brave,

[@imluckylucid3845]

thank you bro :) but this song is just so helpful thank you collin hey if only i could meet him

[@imluckylucid3845]

Thank you *****​ 😊😊

[@Mark8395217]

Talk to your relatives about your Father, ask them to tell you stories of him when he was young, what he was like as a teenager, as a young man, how your parents met and how he grew when he became a Father. Your families memories of him will fade as will many of yours, get this info now. Gather all the photos you can find and make copies. My Father passed when I was 8 and I have 1 photo of him and me... I'm 59.

[@imluckylucid3845]

Thanks dude Mark8395217​

[@craigbanks9532]

He was singing in Glasgow the night his Dad died. His Dad was born a few hundred yards from where he was performing that night. Home.

[@buckeyefreak91]

I lost my father this morning to cancer and will be playing this song at his memorial. He was such a loving man and held a deep love for his children and grandchildren and was able to meet his newest granddaughter a few days before he passed. He just kept kissing her over and over again which brought such warmth to my heart. He was a wonderful man and will never be forgotten. Thank you Colin Hay for this beautiful song.

[@aaronthewarmonger]

Lost my dad to cancer over 14 years ago now, and he didn't get to meet his grand children. It makes me sad to this day, but thank God for photographs.

[@adbeepat]

This song should be selected for preservation in the United States Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant,". An absolute beauty!

[@milarchdoha]

I lost my dad over 20 years ago at 80... the amazing thing ... whether during the lowest or highest moments, I'm still learning from him all the time...love ya DAD....Thanks Colin....

[@hikewithmike4673]

still learning from him all the time...that is some good medicine!

[@jamesmachalik9709]

For all those who have lost a father....

[@jabodl1]

Your joking?

[@jaygerson]

I just lost my father who has been my best friend for life. I took care of him the last 4 years and that time made me a lot more close to him. Now heleft an imense hole in my heart in a way I think I will never get over. May God bless all fathers all over 🙏

[@andybutterbaugh9855]

What makes this song so great is the honesty, and truth, and the love. You can see it in his face, and hear it in his voice. And anyone who has lost his or her dad, including myself, knows exactly how he feels. Beautifully done. Good on ya, Mr. Hay......

[@madmaxx95minecraftropleys11]

lov e you dad

[@jim_bob-jz7mh]

This is music, true music, what most people listen to today I don't consider true music. This is a sad but beautiful song.

[@markjamesmeli2520]

I lost my dad when he was 58. I'm 57 now, and this song resonates in my heart now more than ever. Your dad was proud of you, no doubt Colin. Thanks Mr. Hay.

[@fan1985ful]

I've lost my father 4 years ago at the age of seventeen. It was hard to say goodbye especially cause he died after 6 weeks of illness. He was bedlaying and was most of the time not able to speak. I always felt he was the only human being who really understood me that's why I never was able to get over it.

[@donna5854]

I lost my dad 4 days ago this song is for him 😭

[@coffeydavid1]

This song was played on Sydney ABC radio in celebration of Father's Day. What a beautiful song by a magnificent artist. That it hasn't been mentioned here is way beyond me. So here is one mention of it. Thanks Dad.

[@APinCLT]

I had to pull the plug on my father in June 2018, unexpectedly. The week before father's day, to be exact. We never had the best relationship until the last few years. I hope that you all can reconcile those differences and make amends before it's too late. Love to you all

[@adamtzsch]

Beautiful. I lost my father 20 years ago. I'll never stop missing him.

[@philippebenas5721]

To my own dear father... I miss You.

[@syd989]

This is the most beautiful song ever, lost my father over 2 years ago and never got to say goodbye.

[@silversteindad3665]

Wow, can't stop hearing this in my head. Colin hay is the songwriter of this generation...

[@grayfox1771]

I found this song 2 days after my dad died and it really helped me cope with his passing.

[@donnlarossa9173]

Those of us who had Great Fathers are truly blessed and they really never leave you as you travel thru life. Love sustains all goodness......Jazzlaro

[@brianpeacock9687]

Hey dad. 24 years . ........ Have no words.

[@roseballew2626]

Amazing how one person can change your life with a decision to love you! Most beautiful song I've ever heard about a father!!! Thank you for this song. Resonates so profoundly in my life right now. He passed away in 2006, my life has never been the same. Still feel so much pain. I miss my Daddy so very much. He was my best friend and most trusted confidant. Whenever I see a penny or watch a dragonfly hoover close, I can't help but smile & tell him " I see you Daddy & I love u too" cause He lives on through the love I carry in my heart! 🙏♥️

[@michaelromo8957]

this is making me cry my eyes out this thinkng out you dad i wood do anything just to talk to you and hug you. rip papa David romo

[@stephsinger5163]

Same. Missing my daddy more as I get older. I so wish to talk to him again.rest easy dad.

[@ThatRambowFire]

Just heard this song on Prairie Home Companion and had to look it up. Brought tears to my eyes. Simple music and moving words make for the best songs.

[@chuckmartin3775]

Oh My Gosh, Me too... and I'm a toughie

[@Nickelpic324]

Me too. I was crying my eyes out!

[@JustinGrammens]

Great performance! I heard it this past weekend on Prairie Home Companion as well. Bought the album right away.

[@FoundationForLawandG]

Thats where I heard this song my first time too.

[@phoenixlazarus4464]

On the 20th, my father will have been gone 13 years. We buried his brother today. I'm still reminded every day of my father

[@johnjopson8835]

Estranged from two of my children, this song knocked the top off the scab, cried like an estranged Father

[@amandaandersson3671]

to lose someone while they are still alive, that hurts A LOT! and this songs brings me to tears!! i will send this song to my dad throw mail.. (cd) on his bday... i havent seen him for two years.. and we live in the same city.. yeah... i tried to get back in contact but he doesnt want to or i dont know what it is.. but i still love and MISS HIM.

[@grapefruitm00n]

Amanda Andersson I’m curious...did you send it? What happened?

[@miabellajenny]

Did you send this to your Dad? If you haven't already done it. Do it now .

[@TheClearpuddle]

been there. shitty city.

[@andrewperry6991]

I wish you well on your journey through your life and continue to strive for a better day. I am a father of a 23 year old woman whom I haven't seen in 12 years but I've only spoken to her on the phone a couple times a year. I miss her dearly and would love to go visit her and my three grandchildren. But, my daughter was diagnosed diagnosed and given a treatment plan for parent alienation syndrome. I do not push her to see me but still want to make a connection when we are on the phone. Maybe someday before I pass I may be able to be reunited with the most important person in my life. Some fathers love their children more than life itself.

[@davidvainwright6213]

I just listened to this again after a while. I also lost my father and can appreciate all the beautiful comments below and support for each other with comments. How a song can bring so many together in union is amazing. I have tried playing it on the guitar for my family and I can't get through it. I was listening to NPR while working on my home after losing everything in a fire and trying make things come together. I just sat on the raw stairs and cried and it was like my father was sitting with me watching the home and kids he never got to meet. Thank you Colin for such a treasure.

[@johnjopson8835]

Played it at Dad's funeral, with accompanying photos, not a dry eye

[@Mockduck2020]

I’m crying before he even starts singing.

[@rnoosi]

Thank god for photographs 💔

[@GuilhermeMartins-lh3hq]

In tears... What a good and sad song

[@leonardc.middelkamp1797]

So fine. No matter how many times I play this, it brings tears to my eyes.

[@feellucky271]

My dad was 78 with bad Alzheimer's. My sister would come and take him to the mall to walk and socialise. She called me one afternoon in tears and said "Daddy's gone, we've lost him" She told me he had gone quickly and silently which actually gave me some relief as he was just that way.We were both without words for an awkward moment or two and then it hit me. I told her the escalator just past Orange Julius had a Victorias Secret up one flight on the right. They ran up the escalator and into VS and sure enough there he was, talking to a buxom redhead he'd struck up a friendship with some months before. I told her next time to keep a better eye on him.

[@robot_spider]

I remember everyone telling me at the funeral that it would get easier. That was 18 years ago. I'm still waiting. I dream about him all the time. He never says anything, he's just there. But I wish he was still here.

[@raceface48]

I lost my dad 44 years ago to a scuba diving accident. I was 8. This song brought to tears like it happened yesterday.

[@justinbatters3509]

Tim Tidball I was 8 when my dad past away in 1986. The pain is always there huh? You just learn how to deal with it. :-(

[@SimSpark1]

colin is still an extraordinary telented songwriter/singer

[@Nautilus1972]

To those who've lost their dads "... the seed in your heart shall blossom ....

[@amandaandersson3671]

+Nautilus1972 to lose someone while they are still alive, that hurts A LOT! and this songs brings me to tears!! i will send this song to my dad throw mail.. (cd) on his bday... i havent seen him for two years.. and we live in the same city.. yeah... i tried to get back in contact but he doesnt want to or i dont know what it is.. but i still love and MISS HIM.

[@davidcantrell5098]

Saw Colin play this live the first time I heard it at a very small venue a few years ago. Lots of tears from many of us there that night...

[@rossellis6484]

I loved men at work and then I found colin hay man you are something. Don't ever stop.

[@JanetCaterina]

You must have had a good friendship in your father. I feel like I have found a friend when I listen to you sing.

[@tereasadavis1640]

Hearing this man and this song for the very first time. (I'm here because of the show "The Resident") I lost my dad two months ago & his birthday was four days ago. I am going to play this at his funeral.

[@bintangx2754]

I lost my father 1 month ago, he lost his battle against blood cancer, all I have now only memories and some pictures. love u dad wish I could meet you in your heaven.

[@Chazzwassah]

+MC2A

[@williamstibbard8476]

I lost my dad a few years back.I heard this song for the first time recently,bought a tear to my eye

[@Oem75]

I just lost my father. Only memories now. Thank you for posting

[@Bathna33]

he's my father's age .. it aches my heart that my father is so far away when I needed him the most and I know that he can get to feel my pain somehow, miss you dad..

[@samuprpmpmmpn]

I born without him, thanks for this

[@matty4967]

Goodbye Dad.

[@sammyjo2852]

Missing my dad this Father’s Day.

[@matthopkins6916]

Hearing this beautiful song for the first time. Miss you dad x

[@sarahcooper1666]

brings tears of happy memories to my soul and heart of heart. i love and miss you dad so so very much....xxxx

[@oilspill321]

Very nice song, been about 3 years now. Love you dad. Love this song as well.........

[@mcstratoman]

Thank you so much Colin Hay for your unbelievable talent and the "treatment" you give a song! You are a true artist.

[@fredtruby492]

This song hits me in the gut, and dares me not to cry.

[@luislopes5046]

nobody dislikes this. that says it all about his greatness.

[@raniah9964]

I cannot let you go yet. I miss you my dear FATHER. :(

[@vinthony24hourcinema67]

Thank you Colin. That made my day.

[@slb22000]

This is a beautiful acoustic playing of a wonderful and resonating song. I saw you tonight at the Pantages Theater in Minneapolis. Great show. I'd love to be in a super small venue sometime to hear you. You create such an intimate rapport with your audience.

[@g4snk]

Thank you Colin. I find my peace as I'm sure you do.

[@looluio1]

His guitar playing always underated ;)

[@beatbrunner1228]

Great Song. Great Songwriter Colin Hay is. Thumbs up!

[@shininglightstar843]

This is beautiful x😇

[@FiveMinuteMusicReviews]

Simply beautiful Colin. Along with "Maggie", this is my favorite song you have recorded.

[@amandaandersson3671]

im in tears!!!!!!!

[@mrwatep]

+Bob Dole you`re a psycho bob

[@mrwatep]

Hahahaha *****

[@manuelescanan511]

What a wonderful song that made me cry...😢😢😢

[@susanmcgachie8451]

Thank god for photographs and dreams ❤️

[@cansu.cover99]

Dear father I've got your photographs Thank God for photographs hip hip hooray Dear father I know you loved to laugh though In most of your photographs it didn't seem that way Dear father I can't let you go just yet And I still can't forget you walking around Dear father you're starring in my dreams And you're stealing all the scenes where did you go? In my wandering mind I stumble through time I sing through the air I look for you there Dear father I never got to say goodbye I was singing on the River Clyde and I didn't know Dear father I see you dancing still And I think I always will till the day I die Dear father I feel your healing hands As I fall asleep I can plain as the day Dear father you're in my reflection now As I reach out and touch you now where did you go? Dear father I am still curious why You still make me furious it was so long ago Dear father I've got your photographs Thank God for photographs hip hip hooray

[@marcnacianceno154]

Brilliant song!!!

[@wilfredleeroysithole2158]

Thank you Colin

[@TrustATinOwl]

I have to skip this song almost every time it comes on. Colin has a lot of songs that are personal to me, but this one hits hard.

[@alanpennykid133]

Brings me to tears almost everytime too

[@taggline]

me too...wish i'd had one that could have dedicated it to. BUT! Hope springs eternal...I have 5 glorious sons...maybe, one day...they'll find this.

[@wakeuplivelife7940]

I listenedI cried

[@mulligan12660]

miss u pops /tears in heaven happy fathers day love u

[@fredguldbrandsen2723]

the tragedy of Fatherlessness. I only knew my father the last ten years of his life, I was 40-50; he was 35 years older.

[@malenalloyd8969]

Terrific song. I wonder if he'll sing it on tour

[@threepeanutsoneshell2947]

Great song

[@MegaCocoa11]

Missing my dad a lot....

[@julieannrichter-askin4248]

*family members . Nonetheless at least I can see where I got my Beautiful eyes from & look back on all our memories we had together , in his short 74 years. Before his tragic death due to , neglect from his own daughter . R. I.P Daddy I Love & Miss You So Very Much this song is for you . Love you you Baby Girl

[@McGrathMarine59]

Thank you Colin Hay

[@yesman1083]

merci merci merci de FRANCE on t 'aime beaucoup en france merci

[@greensombrero3641]

think about this - when you dream, it is your own brain creating the characters, voices, visions, themes etc.....it's you and no one else!

[@anonymouswilliams1156]

Green Sombrero what doo u mean by this exactly?

[@dinodiego1]

Wow! What a great and simple story converted to a song.

[@ceramamama]

Simply amazing what hearing this song did to/for me listening to you on PHC!

[@Scott_Darlow]

Amazingly beautiful and moving. Thank you.

[@jimohagan2525]

Beautiful..

[@flschreib]

such an underappreciated talent.

[@jessicagomez1760]

thank you very much for this song

[@TheWagBand]

Beautiful song.

[@joenobody5696]

Ninjas, cutting onions...got me..

[@FouldsLaQuinta]

incredibly beautiful.

[@MrBundydoo]

Great song Colin Thanks mate

[@davidraley3239]

Fantastic.

[@StumptownBoy]

I believe you are correct, sir. Thanks, acoustic61!

[@fuckoffndie]

I waited 5 years to understand this.

[@wilsonsocke1]

❤❤❤❤😢

[@seymills]

wow !

[@StumptownBoy]

Does anyone know what brand of guitar Colin is playing here?

[@michaelrefalo5682]

One of James Hatfield from Metallica fav songs

[@MarkSunshine]

This is the song for my sweety pies longing. He was...a giant figure. Aussie with full Celtic.

[@jakebutler5614]

4 people gave this thumbs down?