Dropkick Murphys "I Wish You Were Here"

Music video for "I Wish You Were Here."
Taken from Dropkick Murphys' forthcoming new album "Turn Up That Dial" out April 30, 2021.
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Edited by: Oliver Riley-Smith
Videographers: Dave Stauble, Dave Pino, Tim Dennesen
Lyrics:
Did I fail you some way
That you’re not telling now?
Did I fail you some way
Somewhere, somehow?
When you took that last step
Beyond the door
I can’t follow you there
I can’t follow for sure
It’s a road that you take
All on your own
One you don’t come back from
And there’s no place like home
I wish you were here
How I wish you were here
I’m out on my own
I’m so far from home
And I wish you were here
Are you watching me now?
All alone in this place
Are you seeing me cry?
Oh, how I miss your face
And the warmth of your smile
The light in your eyes
There was no “fare thee well”
And there was no “goodbye”
And I wish you were here
How I wish you were here
I’m out on my own
I’m so far from home
And I wish you were here
When I’m looking back
On the time that we shared
Hope you know you were loved
And that I always cared
I always cared...
I know in my heart
That we’ll meet again
I know deep inside
This isn’t the end
And I wish you were here
How I wish you were here
I’m out on my own
And I wish you were here
Oh, I wish you were here
How I wish you were here
I’m out on my own
I’m so far from home
And I wish you were here

[@user-ih1yp6bl8z]

My grandmother passed away at 103 in late 2022. She served in 2 wars and was a wicked army nurse. I miss u nana. Ill see u soon.

[@DarleneAdams-dg6xx]

My son died on the 4th of November 2023 I never thought I would smile again until I saw his twin brother and sister sing the song at the top of their lungs to their brother. I thank you for the smiles, you made a bunch of people smile that night

[@rickmclain5635]

My condolences 🙏 my 30yr old son committed suicide November 20th , 2023 💔🥺😢

[@rosemarierosenhof9666]

​@@rickmclain5635mein Beileid LG von 💓💕💓

[@steveeazy18]

I lost my brother! Salute and respect to your family!! 👊☘️☘️☘️

[@jimduffy1967]

Many condolences but that is a beautiful example of love. 🇮🇪💚💚😢😢

[@rrice1705]

My heartfelt condolences. May your son be at peace, and may you see him again someday.

[@eggihh]

I am German and an absolute fan of the Murphys. I lost three good mates in 2018, my dad, my brother and a good friend. I can't remember the last time I had tears in my eyes, not even at the funerals. Today I heard the song for the first time and it all came back to me making me cry like a bloody damn little child.

[@jimduffy1967]

Good for you pal ,I don't know why you said you are German but what the heck ,du bist ein freund ,sehr gut .👏👍🇮🇪💚💚💚

[@MarvelousBlaze]

My dad decided to take his own life in February of 2022. My dad had been sad for a long time - he lost his own father when he was sixteen; his brother went not too long after. I knew it'd probably end up this way, even though he had promised to stick around a while longer. I don't blame him, though - he taught me so much about what it meant to live in this world. To see the beauty of it all and learn from everyone else who's stuck here alongside us. I couldn't possibly be mad at someone with such a grand soul. My dad was a great, brave man and I miss him somethin' fierce. Love you, dad - I'm glad you're not hurting anymore.

[@patrickmurphy9115]

Stay strong, do not give up Your Dad loved you and God will look after you. X

[@ellenphilomena4535]

So sorry for your loss.. may he rest in peace.

[@user-ez7wx6uv8x]

my dad hung himself off a playground 2 days before my 21st birthday. than 4 days after my birthday my oldest child was born. that week SUCKED to say the least

[@nancyb8421]

Big hugs

[@jimduffy1967]

So sorry for the loss of your great old DA.

[@billhaff9635]

After 51 years I still miss my dad😢

[@petermgruhn]

Word.

[@rmsmith2396]

same, 37 yrs and still miss him.

[@julie4012]

My son passed away suddenly on dec 16th and one of his friends we haven’t seen in years sent us the link to this song. When we listened to it we all cried and we played it at the beginning of his service at the funeral home. It was perfect. Thank you for a beautiful song. Julie, Todd, Jennifer,Matthew

[@k.r.murphy4301]

I am so sorry. My heart breaks for you.

[@mattweberg7758]

Sorry for your loss

[@devinodulchaoinitigh5467]

Best of wishes to you and your family

[@patrickmurphy7122]

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, R.I.P✝️

[@beckylippa9821]

Blessed be the ties we bind and break. Having lost a good man to what should not have been his burden in this word, I pray for peace and joy for you and yours in the wake of your grief.

[@maceofspades1616]

My dad passed away July 13th, and he loved Dropkick Murphys, so it was a real blessing to find that there's a song that perfectly summarizes how I feel. Thank you, Dropkick Murphys.

[@smath7782]

Same. It’s not easy to lose your dad. I miss mine every day. ❤

[@MrKurtfinn]

I get you. It’s nice to imagine there’s a stage and pit where our fathers go to mosh and push each other around. They’re probably waiting for the next Dropkick album to ascend

[@katestrause3652]

I miss my Mom so much 😢💔 I wish you were here

[@kampkat6089]

My Irish Dad dint drink, cheat or steal. I miss him always. It’s his heavenly birthday and I can’t wait to see him.

[@Kojar_Hellbringer]

Didn't drink? Are ya sure there ain't a wee bit of scot in him? All jokes aside sorry for yer loss... may ya see him again in heaven

[@sw11_kendall]

My dad drank every day and cheated all the time, but he never stole anything, his brother Kevin did that whilst he was seeing her indoors. Will be seeing him again one day like you but not too soon, plenty of time for us to go. Peace. 🙏

[@kampkat6089]

@@sw11_kendall well said, I’ve managed to make up for his “shortcomings” lol. God bless.

[@jimduffy1967]

I drink but I don't cheat or steal it's like your putting all these things together and you are so wrong.so yes you're Irish dad was a good old soul but don't class people that like a drink as if they were Satanist,I'm assuming you're some puritanical, protestant,he'll and brimstone an Ian paisley type.

[@jimduffy1967]

Go and have a drink on his birth anniversary,give yo and your dear dad a treat.

[@cpw1972]

Last concert I saw with my wife was the Dropkick Murphy’s then my life changed so much my wife unexpectedly passed . I cry every time I hear this song , but it helps me remember all that I miss about her

[@warrenaugust]

👊

[@Spominator]

❤

[@saddletramp6935]

Ive been thinking about my deceased dad alot lately, i believe he would have approved. He was irish by the way. Until a couple of minute's ago i never heard the song. Miss you Dad. FSM, 1922 2009 .WWII vet POW.

[@michaeldunn3423]

God bless

[@Kojar_Hellbringer]

Lost my pops 2 yrs ago... I feel ya

[@saddletramp6935]

@@Kojar_Hellbringer thanks .God ,how I miss him.

[@PussyLiqour]

My dad passed away on March 14th 2024. Once I asked him after a wake of my young cousin(open casket) I said dad i had to hold back tears when I saw her and he said “son, don’t ever do that just let your emotions loose and live free” my dad is 100 percent Irish he had the Irish curse and a lot of family gave up on him and stopped inviting him over. Yes my dad was a person who some people didn’t like, but my love for him is unconditional. I’ve been fortunate to not lose any immediate family members until 8 days ago. I’m grieving and this one is going to take a while, but I hope he’s at peace and I’m very sorry for your loss.

[@saddletramp6935]

@@PussyLiqour I'm a bit afraid of your handle, but not of your message. I have the curse too. Iwish I didn't, but I have no other vices. You'll do OK. Life isn't perfect. I'm pretty sure that life will treat you right. Good luck.

[@lunachick7549]

I just got home from my Aunt's funeral and this popped up on the top of my feed. She outlived two of her sons and two grandsons. I know she's in a better place, with her closest loved ones. RIP Aunt Alyce, say hi to Uncle Paddy, Patrick, Ian, Billy and Shawn.

[@MilesWells]

Thank you for this song. My little brother passed away in August of 2023, and this song has gotten me through a dark time. I have followed Dropkick for a long time, and couldn't believe I never heard this song until after my brothers passing. I guess there was a reason for that. This song is so powerful. I listen at least once a day everyday. Thank you for this song.

[@JackParmenter]

So many are gone now, Dad, family, friends, and places. I sure do miss them all and no matter how bad they may have departed this world I know we'll all be together in our true home in Heaven, whole, healthy, and so happy to be together again and we will never say goodbye again.

[@brianend975]

I lost my dad 27 years ago. I still look for him everyday. This song really exemplifies the loss of loved ones who are gone. Thank you for this.

[@emanymton7184]

This one goes out to the one who showed me what it's like to be a son. And a man. And maybe a father some day. Alzheimer slowly withered him away, his husk passed in January. I miss you, dad. May your soul be in heaven 10 minutes before the devil even knows you're dead.

[@TheMelody911]

I know exactly what you meant! Condos to you!

[@pakman422]

Alzheimers is tough man. It runs in my family my great granpa passed last year from it. Its hell to watch their memories go. Bless you man. Hes watchin ya. And hes regained all his memories of yall.

[@deancodner8147]

Amen! This one goes out yo my grandad you taught me the same . Till we see them again

[@bosshogg2852]

Amen. Let them live on beyond our years.

[@midnightgir6]

I feel you. My grandma passed away from Alzheimer's. It was tough to watch her wither away. She had a stroke before things got really bad, but I could tell she wasn't the same long before that. I think she forgot my son's name, but I'm glad she met him, as she is the only one of my grandparents he met.

[@whitneyschleyhahn8404]

My brother loved this band. He took his own life last November. I can see why he liked this band. I found this on an online support group for siblings. Rest In Peace, Jimmy. 💜

[@NinjaMonkeyPrime]

Sorry for your loss.

[@themanchesterman7187]

Much love from Manchester.

[@theeyeoftheyinyangs]

I pray he found peace wherever he may be. I am sorry for your loss.

[@LifeisA_Dream]

Sorry to hear! I lost my brother in November 2020. He was only 30. I know it's rough. Try this, it's helped me a lot! (34:15 for the segment on personal loss) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXKnhZ6DZsaihpo

[@kevinm3509]

I’m sorry for your loss, I hope things are better for you. I’ll pray for him.

[@PA1NK1LLER]

This is such a powerful song and it reminds me of both of my parents who passed away before I got clean. I was hopelessly addicted to Oxycodone and my parents spent thousands of dollars trying to get me the help I needed. I hope they see me now….clean and sober for over 4 years. I wish they were here to see me become the person that they knew I could be. Thanks for not giving up on me when everyone else did. I just wish you guys could have seen me sober. Life is so much better now and I know that’s what you wanted for me.

[@stevenwilliams8429]

They see you ❤️

[@rrhodes16]

They are proud of you. Believe it.

[@melwaller4960]

Still clean you owe it to them

[@calanthiarose]

They may not be here with you now but they are with you always so they DO see you. And, they are so very happy and Proud of You! Just keep doing it day after day, night after night. Hang on to what you have built for yourself. Never, Ever Give Up! Just think of all you'll have to talk about and celebrate with them when someday you all are back together again. I lost my Dad in 2006 and I lost my Mom this March. When I say I lost them, what I really mean is that I feel Lost...and Alone without them. But I close my eyes to hear and to see them again and I take comfort that in that way I can remember them. Hang in and Hang on. In the end, its all anyone can do about anything or anyone. Just remember they are hanging there with you, with their arms around you. The Love is what lasts.

[@holgerrasper3084]

It is a wonderfiul song. Full of heart and soul.

[@zacktivey7248]

**cracks one millionth beer** here's to my dog ace I miss you so much buddy... Gone but never forgotten. Rip little buddy.

[@rhysbell5662]

Fuck yeah ace what a legend

[@perrywoodman7544]

🍻 to ace. RIP. Once more for Onyx...🍻 cause friends don't get any better than stone black aces of loyalty. ... To safe travels, here and beyond. - Transparent

[@danielmartin3418]

Zuiss was mine!! 👍👍

[@yangshen5540]

Raising my glass to Ace, here in Indiana. Romp in the sun dappled meadows until we're all reunited!!!

[@beevdastoner]

just buried ours..cancer. crying like a baby..fuck cancer. a few shots deep..rum here

[@vivienneclarke2421]

My son passed away at the age of 13. I play this every year on his birthday❤ And cry like a baby every time.......

[@julie4012]

So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you

[@larrysullivan1589]

😢

[@TheCanadian888]

My sincere condolences.

[@user-zu9uq3kn5v]

I'm so deeply sorry for the pain you go through. God bless you momma. He sees you!

[@Arianna-sl2hv]

😢❤

[@patrickmurphy7122]

R.I.P to all the loved ones we lost in 2020, You are gone from this Earth,Not from our Heart's, Cheers🍻!!!

[@Matty8888]

Wise words my friend. ✌️

[@maintenanceman2652]

Well said, rip lost loved ones

[@jayc7649]

Polish Canadian loves this fuckin beauty of a tune. Wish Mitch was still around to play the accordion while I do the rest. Love you dad.

[@doggoneyou5401]

Rip thanks too China and car wrecks, and hair loss that got counted as covid 😓

[@hardhonour3560]

Very true Patrick

[@MrNobody-dr1kj]

I'm not crying... you're crying. DKM hits all the right spots!

[@k.r.murphy4301]

Ditto. What he said. Miss you Wendy, my Bombee Bee, my protector, always my big sister.

[@hardel2008]

Lots of dust around getting in people's eyes in DKM land today .

[@katrose5572]

damned onion fairies!

[@jessicalisec7859]

Definitely crying

[@3mepleasenow]

Ditto R.I.P Dad

[@tinkerbell4629]

My husband, a german marine, passed away suddenly with only 51 on 15.02.21. I didn't know how to live without him. He was my life and he will always be. Never forget you my dear. I wish you were here. ❤️

[@richardzehrung7088]

May his memory be a blessing

[@CooperTheGreaser]

As s Marine's Wife you part of a Big Family... ask for help and you will get Help... Semper Fi

[@canalmax2228]

😥😥

[@montezum4598]

Er ist da,und du schaffst das❤!!!!es wird nicht leicht,aber es wird♛♚

[@LifeisA_Dream]

Sorry to hear! I lost my brother in November 2020. He was only 30. I know it's rough. Try this, it's helped me a lot! (34:15 for the segment on personal loss) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXKnhZ6DZsaihpo

[@Blaklege63]

My wife of only 5 years passed the day after Christmas after a 5 yr battle with cancer. I feel for anyone listening to this song.

[@TheKBK2]

Lost my mom September 22, 2020, miss her dearly. She left this world as peacefully as she lived life, laid down for a nap and never woke up. Christmas was not the same this year, R.I.P. Marie Cafferty Kidd, you are missed by so many.

[@andreas.6978]

May she rest in peace bro, hope u the best , make her proud 👍🏼

[@hardhonour3560]

@@andreas.6978 may she rest in peace. I lost my Dad in September. I feel for you. But it isn’t the end. One day we will all be reunited. And it will be a very cool party at Gods table. You take care my friend.

[@Paarthurnaxdova]

I’m sorry for your loss! 😞

[@benharen2981]

Who's here with a tear in their eyes deep in their cups having a toast to the one's we've loved and lost?

[@brayzgame8037]

And to the ones we've lost that are still here....😪

[@benharen2981]

@@brayzgame8037 too true

[@benharen2981]

@Mary Karr Yeah I'm with you. Sometimes it's hard to see the sunshine through the tears. But the good times will remain in our hearts and eventually they will illuminate the dark. Thanks for the comment stay safe and healthy. Peace to you friend.🍺

[@johngrant7418]

I'm wit ya ol boy!

[@austncal]

May I one day walk beside my angel again 😢

[@juliespagoolie5954]

A dear friend who was more a brother to our family passed away on or the night before our daughter's birthday 4 days before he would have turned 40. He always said there was a curse on the men in his family and they all passed before their 40th birthday. This Saturday is his Celebration of Life. Thank you for this song. It says so much of how we feel and will be shared. Cheers all! Love hard and fast.

[@michaelcandon2971]

Keep a candle lit in the cathedral of your heart, curse begone.

[@stephanieshaw7786]

My brother passed away 3 days ago from cancer. He died after battling it for many years. His best friend suggested I watch this video if I wanted a good cry. It worked. And made me smile too. Thanks, Dave!

[@NinjaMonkeyPrime]

Glad you got a smile from it. I re-visit this video and still cry but it's getting better.

[@patrickmurphy9115]

It's long road Stephanie, God Bless, I hope you have peace and tranquility with your life, prayers for your brother

[@tomherr5684]

God bless Steph, cancers a very hard way to see someone go. I know. Keep the good memories close to your heart. You’ll see him again. Best wishes and condolences for you and your family

[@wilmapolasek7717]

I found this song by accident and cried more than once. Lost my husband 4 years ago to cancer. Lost my daughter last year to cancer . For all of us who have lost loved ones we will see them again. God keeps His promises .

[@shondra6]

I’m so sorry 💜🙏💜🙏

[@Wo1fLarsen]

Jesus man, you turned me into a puddle of tears, a crying child. I miss the old man. Thank you for this. ❤

[@hardhonour3560]

I miss me ole man too brother. You are never alone.

[@MichaelWilliams-ez3qf]

I wasn't planning on tearing up today, but here we are. Well done, boys.

[@mattdavis8234]

Same here

[@gerdrseltsam671]

Copy that

[@Paarthurnaxdova]

Roger that

[@bigbadwolf0047]

Aye got me there

[@Sol-Music]

Ναι ("yes" in Greek)

[@lisacrowther3664]

This is a great song. I love it so much. I just lost my little cockatiel companion of 30 years and I dedicated it to him. Thank you for such a wonderful sentimental song. This song has literally helped me cope with my loss. Cannot thank you enough Dropkick Murphey's. You have helped pull me from the sorrow.

[@tomherr5684]

God bless us all that loss has hit like this. I listen to it for my Wife. We found the cancer when she was 28. She didn’t see 30. I’m grateful for the time I had. This song really hits hard though. Her mother died about the same age from the same cancer. I swear it was that damn house. It was on an old tannery/chemical site in Jersey. I’m a construction engineer and I found asbestos and worse EVERYWHERE. I only mention it because had I met her a few years sooner or had made her go to the doctors she hated (pure blood Irish) you know how they are. Lol. Maybe things could have been different. Idk all the things you think of too late, Ya know? Anyway she loved this band. Anytime I need a good cry and a smile I find myself here. I won’t keep the album in the house. But every now and then I need it. I love you Kate, don’t torture the angels 😉 and keep my spot warm. ❤️💖 s.y.s.

[@Pakadeva]

What a sweet tribute to your wife & Mother in law

[@lisamariedibella6186]

I wish all who bear the heavy burden of great loss, a warm Sicilian Saluti and an great Irish Sláinte. May god bless you all and give you the strength to let go, the courage to grow and the wisdom to know... amen 🖤 🇮🇲 🙏 🇨🇮 🖤

[@meinereiner8109]

Thank you

[@leonhorder8979]

Thank you and God bless 😊☘

[@maryjanemoriarty4274]

They are with us daily in spirit 🙏 AMEN

[@acehole8462]

Yes

[@josephfriend7442]

grazie, mia amica

[@annesimonot5148]

What an absolute gut punch of a song. So sad and sweet and beautiful. Please tell me I wasn’t the only one who sobbed like a baby the first 8 times I listened to it.

[@paulrudge2895]

Still sob now... treble times of listening

[@mattp644]

I'm on my 20th or so time listening and it still chokes me up a lot. No shame in sobbing to such an epic song.

[@bollweevil1976]

You are absolutely not alone with that I've heard it a million times and it squeezes my heart to where I can hardly stand ✌️

[@cassandrahursh9370]

Not the only one

[@rossiniogates]

This makes you need a hug don’t care who you are ❤

[@YorkieMom66]

Wow, I commented on this a year ago after my fathers death. Here I am a year later. My mother committed suicide 12/12/21. My heart has been ripped out of my chest. This song comforts me. I introduced my mom to DKM years ago before going to Boston to see them. I played this song for her after my dad died (they were divorced for 45 years) and she said it was beautiful. Thank you for this song. 🌹

[@scottchagnon2195]

Last April my mom joined my father in heaven. This song was played at her funeral. Not a dry eye in the place. Thank you gentlemen for writing and performing a song that opened a stone heart and allow it to heal.

[@russeagan7204]

Lost my wife almost 5 years ago. I feel I failed her. We should have never lost her. It was an accident at home. She left me alone with our two boys. I wish she was here. She has came to me and apologized a few times. I know that sounds weird but she has. We miss her so much. I'm doing the best I can with our boys.

[@stephanieredden8861]

As a mother, I'm sure that all that she'd want from you and I'm sure that you are doing your best. I lost my mom at 11 and although the rest of my childhood was less than perfect, my father did his best too and I turned out alright. He used one phrase of advice constantly, and that was for us to let our conscience be our guide. Best advice ever and I tell my boys the same.

[@harmo1972]

My dad was a proud Aussie, but he was also proud of his Irish ancestors. He was killed 10th February 2012, 3 days after his 63rd birthday. I considered him to be my best mate and I looked up to him for guidance at that point in our lives. Thank you Murphy's, you sing it from the heart.

[@WMHeeney81]

A week ago I lost my cat Peanut after 16 years. I raised her from a kitten, taught her everything. She was with me through basically the entire part of my life that actually counted for anything. Every place I ever lived after college, every relationship, both marriages and divorces, every major friendship and falling out I've ever had in my entire life. I just brought her home, I can't get this song out of my head.

[@lewismcconnell5887]

I was NEVER a cat person ! My old girlfriend forced me to get a cat , from the SPCA .It started off so bad, but things changed, this guy turned out to be my best friend for 14 years !

[@markpearson3911]

There is no one that hasn't lost someone. If this song doesn't gut punch you, you're not human. I can't hear it without seeing the faces of so many now gone that I pray to see down the road.

[@andreasbaumler6120]

This goes to all who left us. Only the Murphs could write such an honest and intense song. The Irish soul knows how to bring comfort. Thanks for bringing back the peaceful and knowing smile from a veil of tears. Frohe Weihnachten from Germany to all Irish people.

[@claverhouse1]

They are as Irish as you are. American to the core.

[@Paulchen7223]

Bitte, denkt doch auch an all die gestorbenen TIERSEELEN 😢💔😖🕯🕊🙏🐾🐾🐾🐾🌈🌈🙏

[@jiilaa_with_randomness]

To those who've passed away, I raise a toast. A long row of toasts on my end... Stay strong.

[@UsernameQXZ]

This makes me think of my father who was always proud of our Irish ☘️ roots . What a man

[@hispdjunkie]

This song his me right in the feels every time...

[@tommybootlegger]

My mama passed away in March this year, this is my first Christmas without her. She was a good, strong, proud Irish woman. Thank you, DKM. I needed this.

[@Paarthurnaxdova]

I’m sorry for your loss

[@metoo9360]

Me, too. I lost my mom almost 20 years ago and my dad in 1975 and I think about them every day. My condolences for your loss.

[@LifeisA_Dream]

Sorry to hear! I lost my brother in November 2020. He was only 30. I know it's rough. Try this, it's helped me a lot! (34:15 for the segment on personal loss) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXKnhZ6DZsaihpo

[@nancyb8421]

Hugs

[@Robin-oo7wy]

Dropkick Murphys, thank you for existing ❤️

[@MrSaab29]

🙏👍

[@megan2484]

It's been more than 20 years since I lost my brother. The pain is still there. It's actually getting worse. I wish you were here Francis.

[@bjohnson1489]

My brother is a prick trade ya

[@tituscelani5546]

I'm sorry for your loss. The pain is real every day, stay strong.

[@cjmsaracingnetwork5937]

@@bjohnson1489 no you are

[@josephgreeley5569]

Same here friend. I miss my brother every day. I wish I could tell you how to cope, but I don't know myself. But do know that you're not alone.

[@LifeisA_Dream]

Sorry to hear! I lost my brother in November 2020. He was only 30. I know it's rough. Try this, it's helped me a lot! (34:15 for the segment on personal loss) kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXKnhZ6DZsaihpo

[@keemandikotravels]

I just want to say ILOVE ALL YOU FOLKS!. LOSS IS SO TERRIBLE NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES! OH GOD THE PAIN, THEN THE MEMORIES HEAL US ENOUGH TO KEEP TRUCKIN. LOVE TO EVERYONE. ESPECIALLY THIS BAND FOR THIS SONG AND OTHERS!! sorry all in caps, but my heart is so full of joy RN❤

[@jasonh7997]

My sister posted this song and I didn't listen to it till now. After losing my dad and father in law to cancer, not being able to see my mom due to covid and watching my brother in law fight for his life with covid, this song got me feeling a way.

[@ranzamaceanruig]

So sorry to hear that man. I hope better days are ahead for you and yours!

[@finternational2633]

Power my bro! This is power song!

[@jasonkuechenmeister6805]

Am with you brother, lost my father 2 months ago to liver cancer. Having a hard time tonight.

[@hardhonour3560]

I lost my Da’ recently too mate. I am with you. One day God will wipe away every tear from our eyes. Till then. Keep listening to DKM

[@mattdooling9741]

New favorite song. Lost my dad at 15 & Mom at 26. Just me and my bro now. We are stronger together. God Bless you all !

[@kayaeger1]

We lost our 38-year-old son to COVID, his brother wanted this played. It was played at the funeral. My husband and I are obsessed with the song, we watch it constantly. Brings up a lot of memories of everyone that was on the screen. We all have grandmas, grandpas, aunts, and uncles that we have lost. Thank you for the beautiful tribute to all of these people. Losing a child is something I hope no one has to go through, I can't overcome it. This brings a different meaning, showing how much my boys miss their brother.. Gosh I hurt. Thank you, I hope you see this.

[@julie4012]

Kathy, I also lost my son. He was 37 and it was 9 days before Christmas 2020. It is a terrible thing for a mother,father,siblings to have to go through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It will take time but you have to think of the things he did that made you smile. There will always be a hole in your heart but you have to fill it with happy memories. I still cry and always will at certain times but I am trying to be strong because I know that’s what he would want. May the angels guide you. Love and prayers, Julie

[@kayaeger1]

@@julie4012 The response means a lot he would have been 40 on this birthday, March 20th, and fought COVID all of April. It means a lot for you to reach out.

[@kayaeger1]

@@julie4012 You are so sweet, it was nice for you to reach out. God bless

[@claudiaweil868]

I am so sorry. I get it.

[@christianpodgora2267]

triste pour vous mais belle musique et quand on l'ecoute on repense à tous ceux qu on a perdu!!!

[@_Kobold_]

May all souls find peace. Those of the dead as well as those of the living.

[@hardhonour3560]

With you all the way mate.

[@dropkickmolotov]

Rest in Peace to my brother Punk Rock Donny. I'll forever miss you. This one's for you, forever and always. I love you brother.

[@dizachster3]

Lost my dad and grandmother in January, 9 days apart to covid. This song hits you right in the feels. Well done lads

[@kristiehougas3120]

I lost my father last month due to covid too, he had his vaccine and booster shots and it still got him. Nothing prepares you to bury your parents, but this song has definitely helped me grieve

[@claudiaweil868]

I am so sorry.

[@Matthewmusica]

and here we are folks... just chilling around a song, reaching the end of this troubled year, confessing our pain in the comments... this is a warming peace that I'm feeling... to you all that are reading this and listening at the same time, you are amazing! Be safe, be strong and happy xmas! Wishing you the best to 2021

[@whiterabbit-wo7hw]

Cheers mate. Take care.

[@josephgagnon3699]

My sister died 11 days ago. How timely. Once again, the lads delivered exactly what I needed at exactly the right moment.

[@mickykurtz3384]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@reesestevenson5492]

Just said a prayer for you and those affected now. Be safe.

[@iljavdl6604]

This is for her❤

[@robertsparling917]

The past two months have been an absolute *dumpster fire* for me and my family. My dad lost his brother, my uncle John, to diabetes on February 1st and his mother died on March 2nd!

[@TheWonderwoman311]

No matter what no one will understand the sibling love. I know how you feel I also lost my baby brother too last year.

[@JerryBranson-yl1ef]

Dropkick murphys is definitely one of the greatest bands ever. This song rips my heart out every time I hear it. Thank yall it's amazing

[@johnmoran4618]

I'm a massive DKM fan , but this is the first time that I can honestly say I've ended up with tears running down my cheeks listening to one of their songs . Brilliant !

[@SeaGrnMnstr802]

Amen! Every single time. DKM 4E

[@ComicConScott]

I lost my son 7 years ago. My Dad 3 years ago. My Grandpa and Aunt 11 days apart earlier this year. Thank you for this.

[@xsoxfatalx9721]

I'm so sorry to hear of your losses, much love from my family to you, brother 🙏

[@tenyaiida7958]

I hope your life changes and makes blessings happen to you man I'm sorry about your son dad and your grandpa and aunt I hope you have a good holidays I hope your doing well and I just wanna say don't be sad don't think of doing horrible stuff to yourself there's people who love you so much in your family and friends man Merry Christmas 🎁

[@papadukes6104]

My father died when I was 18 I'm 68 now and this song has just hit me hard even after all those years I wish he was here what a FANTASTIC SONG AND VIDEO THANK YOU DKM

[@markpetersen2469]

I’m 64. & my dad passed when I was 14. This is a great song

[@danforte2534]

My Daughter passed away 12 years ago and not a single day has gone by that I wish she was here. Thank you, this song has captured and expressed all the feelings and emotions that I have keep inside all these years.

[@elkekuehn8759]

Meine Tochter ist auch im 12ten Jahr tot!😢 So ein Zufall! 2 Mütter die das gleiche durchmachen,zur selben Zeit, aus gleichem Grund!!!😢 Wir kennen unsnicht,und trotzdem fühle ich mich gerade mit Ihnen verbunden! Ich vermissemeine Tochter Jenny auch jeden einzelnen Tag!!! Und... seid dem Tag ist das Leben nicht mehr wie es war! Auch wenn es Momente gibt wo ich mal lachenden.. es ist ein anderes Lachen als früher! Nichts ist Mehrwert es war! Nichts! Gglg an sie!❤ zu wissen fas ich nicht alleine mit diesem Schmerz leben muss,beruhigt mich fast ein wenig! 😢❤

[@hawkwardfairy]

I lost my best friend very suddenly three years ago at the age of 33. And the line 'There was no goodbye' brought back memories of that day I found out he passed. My dearest friend, where ever you are, I pour one out for you and visit your graveside. I wish you were still here. Thanks DKM, I've been a fan since sneaking into see you in the early 00s. Until we see each other again, Sláinte.

[@k.k.hickey4624]

Best Christmas present yet! Happy Holidays DKM!

[@meinereiner8109]

I love this song. I lost my parents and my wifey, they all died way too soon. Listening to this song makes me cry. I wish they were here

[@patrickfilippi7239]

I lost my Mom in March of 2020 to Alzheimer's. Then in September of 2020, my Dad died in my arms, as I continually did chest compressions until the paramedics arrived. This song captures the grief that I felt. 10 years before that, I lost my girlfriend. We were high school sweethearts.

[@pisscookiex1060]

I feel ya Patrick. Hang in there buddy. Carry on strong in their memory.

[@monicajean4249]

I’m so sorry. I feel your pain. My dad died in my arms in the same situation. I’ll never forget it.

[@jamienorris6557]

I recently lost my son and this song is beautiful.

[@_the_antichrist_6633]

13 January 2019 my husband passed aged 50 I've spent the last two days just listening to this song. I wish he was here!

[@melaniebush4538]

I lost my mom at the end of November after a 2 and a half year battle against cancer, so this song had me sobbing. Amazing as always, lads ❤️

[@kathyeubanks5524]

Melanie Bush So sorry for your loss, Melanie.

[@hardel2008]

Sorry to hear that x

[@ashleyh3635]

I too lost my mom on November 22nd. This was a beautiful song that I am going to share with my family. Sorry for the loss of your mom. Hugs to you!

[@kathyeubanks5524]

@@ashleyh3635 I’m sorry for your loss, Ashley.

[@melaniebush4538]

@@ashleyh3635 Oh gosh, what a terrible thing to share with someone else! I'm sorry for your loss as well. Hugs to you and your family.

[@gradyalan7122]

If this song doesn't stir up some emotion, you are not human!

[@1beccajo]

We lost my Dad on May 2, 2021, my brother sent me this song and cried!! We put it in his memorial video!! Miss you Dad!!

[@cbnative]

My older brother passed in the end of 2019, he loved you guys and this song would be one he'd have on all the time. Thanks Dropkick Murphys for helping me have some good memories.

[@danielmartin3418]

Stay 💪 me too

[@heartlandokie4485]

I cannot love this anymore. I just lost my Father the day before thanksgiving. 2020 cant leave too soon!!!

[@mjp5318]

feel your pain , lost mine on june 28

[@ComicConScott]

Lost my son 7 years ago. My Dad 3 years ago. My Grandpa earlier this year. I feel you.

[@gotskinn]

2020 has been a kick in the dick.

[@alemutasa6189]

Been there. But it gets better: one day you'll think about your dad and you'll remember him with joy, instead of grief, and you'll understand at the same time what you've lost and how it made you a better person, in ways that you probably cannot understand now. Is indeed true that time fixes everything, believe me. Just remember, your dad is and will always be with you: so go make him proud and kick life's ass. Stay strong brother, merry Christmas

[@gotskinn]

The River. There is a song.

[@kricket114]

Lost my father 3 months ago and this song just nails it….😥😥😥

[@peterlombardo4535]

I heard this song last week it was my Dad and older brother's birthday week, they're both gone and I lost my younger brother last May. I miss them and all I can say is, "I wish you were here, how I wish you were here. I'm out on my own, I'm so far from home and I wish you were here." This song has allowed me to start to grieve their loss. Thank you Dropkick Murphys.

[@tomherr5684]

God bless ya buddy, it’s god awful I know, my wife was most of what I had in this world and I lost her to cancer. Healing? Idk, wish I had advice but we’re in the same boat. The loneliness, (I don’t mean being “around” people) ya know? The REAL loneliness, when the lights go out at night and everything’s quiet. Having the one that knew you (and not “you”) I mean YOU all of it. (I think you understand what I’m trying to say it’s hard to word it). Missing that though is the loneliest feeling in the world. My prayers go out to you buddy and for all those that feel it. Best wishes to you. We’ll see them all again. Meet me at the bar on the other side. Beers on me. Lol

[@peterlombardo4535]

@@tomherr5684 for someone who had a hard time "wording", you nailed it! I know EXACTLY what you mean. Some days coping is the best we can do and moving forward is the best way to honor their memories. Thank you for taking the time to write your response, I appreciate it. Pete

[@InternetPersond]

“Are you watching me now, all alone in this place? Are you watching me cry? Oh, how I miss your face.”

[@m4rt1nd4n1]

My cousin just passed away a few hours ago..and then here comes this piece of art on my recommendations... those onions are strong now.. Beatiful song, thank you!

[@pisscookiex1060]

Sorry for your loss. Lost my cousin this year also, he was my best friend. We'll stay strong in memory of them 🍻

[@iamthemiracle81]

Sorry for your loss. When my father passed a few years back "Rose Tattoo" came to me at just the right time. Drop Dropkick gets it. Music will get you through almost anything life throws at you. Hold your head up.

[@pawadventures5544]

Condolences on the passing of your cousin.

[@m.l.8553]

Miss you my Ireland!!! 2005-2010, best time of my life R.I.P. All best from Slovenia...I miss your honest face Ireland!!!

[@1500chessie]

The song brings tears to my eyes. Miss my dad despite that we were not always on the same page. I can proud say, i'm your son.

[@reesestevenson5492]

I read the comments before the song really got kicked off. I’m thinking come on...people are dramatic with all the ‘I’m crying’ thing. I got to about halfway through the song and kept reading comments about loved ones lost or separated from, along with hearing the tune of this song and..I mean.....I’m not...teared up in the lea...🥺😢😭😔. Great song. For every comment I read about such, I said a small prayer that the Lord will bring you comfort and joy moving forward in life this holiday season. Merry Christmas from Columbus, OH 🎄🎁

[@joshmonroe7151]

Same here man and I'm not emotional.

[@isaiahcampbell488]

Thank you and God bless you and have a merry Christmas!

[@k.r.murphy4301]

Thank you.

[@devinodulchaoinitigh5467]

Did the same goddamn thing dude lol

[@user-gu9qj7tw4k]

Same here dude, my face is raining tears right about now

[@andrewweston2253]

You've brought us all together again, as the old saying says "let's not have a whimper, let's have a bloody good cry". I hope the tears this song have brought serve to cleanse our souls and calm our heartaches for a while. Thank you Murphys! Merry Christmas guys!

[@fredwilley3886]

🤮

[@dianebrowne6274]

Well said Andrew.

[@brewster84067]

Lost my beautiful mother almost 3 years ago. Every day, I wish you were here.

[@derektomlinson2521]

Lost my mum and stepdad in 2022 and this song is now a anthem when I want a moment alone to remember them ❤️❤️❤️😍

[@nancyb8421]

Hugs. I'm so sorry

[@andrewlogsdon6317]

For all those staying home and staying safe for the ones they love, bless you. It will get better.

[@marcialavine1272]

This has me bawling like a baby- I moved from my home state of Minnesota to Tennessee the end of June, away from my kids, grandkids, and extended family. This is my first Christmas away from all of them since 2006, and it's a rough one, so this song has summed up how I feel so precisely that it's spooky. Love to you all, my DKM brothers and sisters, this Christmas season. May the light of the sun brighten the darkest corners of your lives, now and forever

[@sharonwings1840]

From Mn to Wa and all locked up. Stay Kool.

[@MrNobody-dr1kj]

IN to TN here as well. Keep your spirits up!

[@NoxCattus]

AL to WA. You're not as alone as you may feel and the love we share with others transcends distance :) I hope you're able to visit your loved ones soon.

[@RobertSchley]

Welcome to TN. Sorry you're down. 2020 has sucked on many levels. I wish you the best though and hope it gets better.

[@marcialavine1272]

@@sharonwings1840 - My son and youngest grandchild ( Evelyn turned 1 in July) live in Gig Harbor.. still haven't met her yet, but at least now there's video chatting! Thank you and best to you, also!

[@karlsukow8128]

Thank you for this wonderful song. My wife passed away on April 22nd 2021. Your song was part of the memorial service. Every time I hear this song I start to cry.

[@plan9graverobber]

This song hit's hard. My Dad and I were very close. He passed away from cancer last year after fighting it for 3 years. My Dad always was there for me and our family. He taught me to always put family first. I wish I could have a beer with him one last time and tell him how much I miss him and love him.

[@xXTheLigitGamersXx]

My dad died last year, to cancer too. It's bittersweet but I'm able to relate to all those who lost a dad. We share a grief no one can understand except ourselves. Best of luck to you, know you're not alone!

[@tomherr5684]

God bless bud, that’s terrible, my father is like my best friend too. I lost my wife to cancer though and she was too. I wish I could say it gets easier bud but it’s more like you find a way to live with it. We’ll see them again. It’s the waiting that sucks the most. My condolences to you and yours.

[@plan9graverobber]

@@tomherr5684 Thank you and I'm sorry for your loss. That's rough. My condolences .

[@plan9graverobber]

@@xXTheLigitGamersXx Thank you. My condolences.

[@strangewayfaringstranger]

I think Al Barr's mom is gonna pass away, she is in the hospital, so them making this song and him singing it makes a lot of sense. Sorry about your father.

[@FIxIoN420]

Lost my dad to cancer when I was 13. 17 years later and I still feel like this everyday

[@tomherr5684]

It never goes away bud, never. I lost my wife to cancer too. That’s not the same as a father but it can be sometimes. She was everything to me. It was close to 4 years ago and it might as well be yesterday. I don’t expect it to change. I think the trick is finding a way to live with it. I’m not sure. Anyway, I’m sorry to hear that. God bless buddy, best wishes and prayers for you and your family.

[@seankearney7276]

Thinking of my little brothers. Lost the youngest last year and the one 11 months younger than me, my Irish twin, in 2015. One from cancer the other from a fentanyl OD. Both parents are gone and i have no more immediate family in the states. Suffice it to say the holidays really suck for me but this is life. Bitter sweet Symphony.

[@kevincotter7863]

I’m so sorry for your loss

[@travellingengineer4509]

Keep grinning your teeth man! Life goes on. Live a proud and beautiful life for everyone that's left behind.

[@hardhonour3560]

Sorry to hear that me mate. You can always reach out to the DKM Community. Including myself. Just lost me Da’. I feel your loss friend.

[@NinjaMonkeyPrime]

Just lost my 93 year old father in February of 2020. Watched your live virtual concert today and started crying all over again with this song. My dad did love this day.

[@Frankcastlepunisher74]

This song gets me so bad. I hope you are well and his memory is still strong with you.

[@girllovesmusic]

I cried during the livestream performance of this song, too. So haunting and full of feeling.

[@vladtheimpaler5440]

Greetings from Germany 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mr.c4013]

My brother left us unexpectedly. This song has helped me deal with his unbelievable loss.

[@ericbonsell6536]

Lost mom to cancer when I was 17, during the holidays in 1992, it's still a hard time of the year for me. This song speaks to me.

[@BootboyJu]

This song goes to my grandpa, passed away yesterday. I wish you were here...

[@silvermercury1675]

Julien, I felt the same way when my grandpa passed. Hugs my friend, I understand.

[@bill5444]

So very sorry. My grandparents were my greatest treasure....they're all gone. Miss them all. My heart is with you

[@ElijahsGirl4ever]

🥃

[@patrickmurphy7122]

R.I.P, CHEER'S 🍻!!!

[@davidlichtman8393]

So sorry for your loss

[@joebertline8434]

This song makes me think of my dog Moose. Not only was he family but he was the closest, most loyal friend I've ever had. He literally saved my butt more than once and I miss him so much. I LOVE YOU MOOSE MOOSE!!!

[@bea_x01]

Lost my brother and my uncle passed the same month this song came out. I can feel all their songs in my soul. I love you guys thank you for making such great music 🍀🖤💚🖤🍀 -been a long time fan for 20 years

[@Tobi2x4]

This time of year is really hard on me, ever since my Grammie and Grampie passed (March 2012 and January 2015). Thought about them the entire time this song played. I miss them more than words can say. This song puts a lot of those emotions into words I couldn't form.

[@alessandronapoli6892]

This goes to my father. One day we'll meet again in the Elysian Fields. Beautiful song, from Southern Italy with respect and love.

[@hardhonour3560]

Too flipping true Allesandro. I only lost me Da’ in September. Does it ever get any easier mate?

[@ianjw1990]

6months on from my Mam passing on. I’ve played this song everyday. Mam, Words won’t bring you back, I know because I’ve tried. Tears won’t bring you back either, I know because those tears I’ve cried. Until we meet again. I love you

[@Green-Eggs-And-Sam]

I'm not even sure how I got here. I was at a Dropkick show 24 hours ago and now I'm half drunk and crying to this song. And it just makes me love them all the more to know that years ago I almost gave my friends reason to sing this for me, but today Paying My Way is the anthem I blast when I'm glad I'm still here. It was an honor to see my heroes last night and a privilege to be there with the best friend I've ever had🤟🏻

[@marjanstarec882]

GOD ... I know exactly how you feel ... be here ... i love you and your friends love you no matter what

[@corythecrow]

As a 42 year old man who moved across the country to carve his own way 20 plus years ago......this resonates.....epically around the holidays. Thank you!!

[@yourpurpose5548]

I can’t stop listening to this song. So many people have passed away. Such a sad year it’s been. People I know have passed away. I want things to go back to normal but it won’t be the same. I would like for everyone when they see my comment to please pray for things to go back to normal. I have lost a bit of faith. I wish those that passed away were here. I love you all.

[@whitejoker1202]

stay safe brother

[@yourpurpose5548]

@@whitejoker1202 thank you, you too. Wish nothing but good health to you and your family.