Mike & The Mechanics - The Living Years

Every generation
Blames the one before
And all of their frustrations
Come beating on your door
I know that I'm a prisoner
To all my Father held so dear
I know that I'm a hostage
To all his hopes and fears
I just wish I could have told him in the living years
Crumpled bits of paper
Filled with imperfect thoughts
Stilted conversations
I'm afraid that's all we've got
You say you just don't see it
He says it's perfect sense
You just can't get agreement
In this present tense
We all talk a different language
Talkin' in defense
Say it loud, say it clear
You can listen as well as you hear
It's too late when we die
To admit we don't see eye to eye
So we open up a quarrel
Between the present and the past
We only sacrifice the future
It's the bitterness that lasts
So Don't yield to the fortunes
You sometimes see as fate
It may have a new perspective
On a different date
And if you don't give up, and don't give in
You may just be ok.
Say it loud, say it clear
You can listen as well as you hear
It's too late when we die
To admit we don't see eye to eye
I wasn't there that morning
When my Father passed away
I didn't get to tell him
All the things I had to say
I think I caught his spirit
Later that same year
I'm sure I heard his echo
In my baby's new born tears
I just wish I could have told him in the living years
Say it loud, say it clear
You can listen as well as you hear
It's too late when we die
To admit we don't see eye to eye
Say it loud, say it clear
Say it loud
Don't give up
Don't give in
And don't know what you can do next

[@susanpatrick4860]

I lost my father when I was only 11. He took my brother and me to school, then went to his office where he committed suicide. I was rocked and this song touches my heart and mind so well. I was able to see the band live a few years ago and was just moved to tears when they played this song. I watch the various music videos regularly. My father and I shared the same birthday. It will never be like it should have. I miss him so very much. Love to all.

[@Blogzer]

Peace, sister.

[@paulym5814]

So sorry for your loss. That’s a tragic way to remember your birthday every year. I think all sons and daughters have had times where we don’t get along. I look at this song as a kind of healing. We all have things we wish we had told our parents before it’s too late. But we never got the chance or wasted the opportunity to tell them. I’m sure they remain around us and can hear us.

[@anthonyward944]

³6u

[@markmckiernan2904]

Live your life Susan. Your dad is still with you in mind and spirit.

[@mauritiusdunfagel9473]

My condolences my friend! My dad died when I was 12. Peace ro you!

[@gibsalisbury]

Every time I listen to to this song I picture my dad. I wasn’t there the day my dad passed away. I didn’t get tell how much I loved him. Love you Dad

[@stephenward9340]

❤

[@RobertoVandevorst-qd4kr]

🙏😉😉😉😉❤❤❤❤⚓⚓⚓🛩🛩🛩🚁🚁🚁

[@toddsmarch5813]

So sorry. I am very lucky to have been there to say goodbye, and to tell him how much he meant to me. This song hits hard.

[@RobertoVandevorst-qd4kr]

​@@toddsmarch5813😉

[@stuffedgrubs]

Me too. It's exactly how I feel

[@bobgall9442]

I’m 73 years old. I’ve learned one very special thing in life! Any man can be a father! But it takes a very special man to be a “Daddy”! Aloha!!

[@adamant2307]

hey bob. I'm a real good dad. I know i am. My real dad was never present. I saw him 20 days per year growing up. My abusive stepfather well he was just a weasel. Never showed any interest in me. My mum and him never attended not even one event, sporting game in my entire life until i was 16. What a pair of weasels . I'm 45 now and my stepdad is passed, and my mum i havent spoken to for 3 years. This is a special song because i remember playing basketball when i was a kid and the song was on radio in the drive to the grand final which we won. I'll never forget it. No bastard came for me to watch me play, but all the other kids their parents were there for them. I felt like an asshole, unwanted, and red headed stepchild

[@ricksorrells8921]

I still do.

[@Carla-x2o]

Hear....if you have kids.., be a parent

[@Eddie-mr8on]

Ok e dokey

[@dbergum1]

That just sounds so wrong...

[@maggiewoodward5858]

I still have my dad. He's 102 years old 🎉🎉 Thank you for the reminder of how blessed I am. ❤🎉

[@Milehigh_]

U are truly blessed! 🙏🏽

[@ericwilson710]

Tell him that you love him every time you are with him. It will make his day, and it expresses your appreciation for being his daughter.

[@OldhamSteve52]

Me too, mine is 95, a real character.

[@Terry-ve1hr]

Superb ❤

[@kenmason1461]

Beautiful

[@thomassimpson669]

My father passed and while the cancer ate him up, I sang this song and his tears said it all. He passed while I sang this song. I had the chance to say goodbye in a special way. Thank You to Mike and the Mechanics

[@jennyperrio4887]

Same as my Dad I know how hard it is ,I still miss my Dad more than I can say .He's beyond pain now and that helps Always around if you need a friend .It does get better Jenny✨

[@erwinpadgett1050]

Amen, Lost my Dad in 2014 to Agent Orange Complications. Miss him much and this song is special to me as well! Prayers Brother!

[@michaelmunson3943]

My dad passed away 10 days ago. I just told a friend and he sent me this. Now I'm crying like a baby,

[@davidfisher8285]

God bless

[@davidfisher8285]

GREAT SONG, WHISH YOU ALL WHO POSTED YOUR FANTASTIC AND EMOTIONAL COMMENTS. WISH YOU ALL LONG LIFE. LOVE FISH.🚒

[@andrewdavies8954]

I am now 80 years old,this song is still beautiful

[@amadan34]

81 keep it up

[@jackilynpyzocha662]

60 and this song makes me think of my years at Holyoke Community College, I will paraphrase "The Learning Years" Massachusetts!

[@topshotta2000]

God bless ya

[@lulu-y4k2x]

o4 18 2024 Happy Birthday Linda

[@thomasfankhauser9160]

❤life is for the living ❤

[@AboutFocusTV]

One of the best songs ever, if it doesn’t touch your heart you haven’t lived.

[@collinnc2001]

Well said

[@JeannieMitchellMyers]

I AGREE!!!

[@prissilou]

The message of one generation impacting the next is spot on. In my personal experience, the older you get, the more the message rings true. Both my parents are gone now, and I see myself looking like them more every day. (RATS!) I guess I was gonna stay young forever. Seriously though, I am more aware of their strengths and shortcomings, and more in a situation to admire them and feel shortchanged by them. The love, though, doesn't change...🥲

[@kf8575]

Oh very much so... couldnt have said it better myself

[@joseramonperez5756]

👍

[@marka.pawloski5540]

I miss my Mom & Dad everyday. Only if I could have five minutes to talk to them.❤️❤️

[@DebbieAndrewsAndrews-hp1cl]

Me to 😢

[@YvonneHutchings-h9p]

God bless you I miss my mum so much everyday she passed 2012 seems like yesterday ❤

[@ck85x65]

The first time I heard this, I started crying, because it is so true. Laugh at me all you like, it remains one of my favourites to this day.

[@charlesharred9643]

It's ok I cried to I'm 62 years old and I still miss my old dad

[@tobeysampson6580]

No one is laughing. 🍺

[@mikelabor7688]

Agreed!

[@dickfletcher9210]

Why would anyone laugh ? My dad walked out of my life when I was 10 & started a second family. I saw him MAYBE 4 times after that last time when he was dying at 57. Still loved him but couldn't cry .

[@harveystill4549]

@@dickfletcher9210 my dad was 'missing' for 20 years -a 2nd 'family' id ring him - how are your sisters ? i kept in contact the most but i couldnt cry when he died but we we wrote each other awesome letters

[@joejoe6738]

My dad died in 1990 and i wasn’t there I never got to tell him I loved him, I miss him every day 😢 love you dad

[@dennismurphy4808]

At 69,it still as powerful and beautiful as the first time I ever heard it. Lost my dad in'94. Wasn't there that morning. Just like the song says. Miss you pops. Love you.

[@KEITHNALUMANGO]

I hear you! Same here. .

[@mydrissafilalidrissialami9763]

God bless all fathers 🙏🙏🙏

[@ianbell7342]

welling up here ... heart in mouth ..... love u dad rip ❤

[@dalenebasson5628]

Still listening and enjoying in 2024!

[@CozzieCuddlez]

I do as well. Cry everytime I listen to it

[@rayparsons1062]

So am i, wished i had spoken to my father more.

[@jonwatkins5184]

Right here with you, Dale, in August 2024!

[@lynneberry1512]

Me to lost my dad 2019. Still my song .I was his carer for 5years. Still my brother never understood.WHY.love gives all

[@familiabetancourt2033]

Me!❤

[@CarmenSantiago-ri3zn]

I had the blessing to take care of my dad while sick with cancer. I had an awesome wonderful father

[@BudA29]

🙏

[@mahomedmotala9392]

God bless hm...and you

[@michaellevan8352]

I was with my father when he passed also

[@borrachero1]

Same here. List my father when I was 24. He died from cancer on my birthday. I can’t listen to this song without shedding tears. I’m now 64 and it’s as raw as it ever was. He wasn’t ready to go yet. Hopefully I’ll get to see him again.

[@dannyvann9233]

I know and feel your pain. My mother passed away on my daughter's birthday. I wasn't fortunate enough to get to say goodbye to my father or mother. Keep your head up ,that's what yhey would want us to do

[@DavidStyles-mg6nl]

I have a different experience, but the same tears. This came up on my playlist on the way to hospital. I knew my father would die. I spent 4 days and 5 nights with him, and because of this song I made sure he knew I loved him. On the morning of the fifth day he silently passed. It was a precious time of parting, but it still makes me cry.

[@IanSmallwood-b7e]

I lost my father in 1985 and love and miss him and always will .😢❤❤

[@ContentJapaneseMaples-gk8ji]

My Father was dying of cancer and sitting in the car one day, I had the urge to throw my arms around him and tell him I loved him. But, being a man I didn't. I have regretted not doing so for 40 years. If you find yourself in a similar situation, tell them that you love them, please.

[@RichardFrost]

I told my dad how much I loved him in his last few days before he passed from cancer . It was the hardest thing I did and the best thing I did for the exact reasons you explained. If you ever get a chance tell your parents how much you love them !

[@birgitmagiera3354]

❤

[@GM-vf7px]

Just hug the ones here and tell him silently you Love him that much when you do!Love is Transendent!My dad died alone but I think he wanted to slip away in that fashion-I'm hoping that my treatment of him when he was alive truly showed how much I Loved and Cared about him!

[@denosullivan7984]

I wish I did when I had the chance

[@chad0170]

I'm 54 and for years now I always make sure the last thing I always say to my parents and my children, is - "I love you". Just incase it's the last thing I said to them.

[@1959dnh]

This song brings me to tears everytime I hear it. I lost my dad when I was 17, he was 44, way too early. I wasn't in the hospital when he died so the line, I wasn't there that morning when my father passed away puts me over the edge every time. Such a great song that brings back good and bad memories. Good memories of my dad, bad of when he died and how. It was cancer that took him. But I'll never stop listening to this song. Can't see why anyone would give it a thumbs down.

[@ohenry5780]

God awaits and reunites our spirits. 100%

[@davidturner9800]

Dan sorry to hear your story, God be with you my friend!

[@nicolosmoffitt]

Same story exactly! Great song

[@clarencebunchsr8740]

Lost mine wheni was 45 he was 84

[@siltrpr]

My father beat all expectations as he had a stroke at age 48 and was given 1-2 years to live. He passed at age 88 when I was 52. He was in a nursing home when he passed and I was not there for him and will take that regret with me to the end. Love you Dad...until we meet again.

[@macpjs88]

My dad's gone 39 years. He was only 50; I was only 21. Each year, on January 17th, I play this song and cry my eyes out. Until we meet again ...

[@gabriel-1957]

😢😢I lost A father Mother, 3 brothers and a sister! I know how you feel!

[@davidturner9800]

Sorry for your loss Paul, I’m sure your dad is proud of you! Best Regards!

[@steveparker2704]

My Father been gone 16 years. I miss him so much more than I thought possiable

[@macpjs88]

@@davidturner9800 I certainly do hope that when the time comes, he'll say I didn't disappoint.

[@michellehenderson910]

I'm so sorry! I understand. My Daddy died just over 4 months ago. I heard this song in a restaurant today and almost broke.

[@paultoti8517]

I got home from Vietnam to see my father 10 hours before he died thanks to the intervention of the Red Cross. Thanks to Mike & The Mechanics for this special song they have given us.

[@johndeardeuff9963]

Find a karaoke bar where a lead vocalist can sing this. You sing in the chorus. Unforgettable

[@allisnotwhatitseems.]

Christ that's some comment 😢. Was Vietnam wrong ?

[@jonwatkins5184]

Welcome home, brother!

[@mickcastillo615]

I lost my dad 23 years ago yesterday and from the night he passed, every year I make sure to listen to this song! I did not hold him and told him I oved him but the last thing I did to him was show him my MBA Diploma! Even though he did not speak, I saw in his eyes that he was proud of me as he was big on education! He was a teacher for almost 60 years! RIP Pops!

[@peterp4876]

my father passed over 30 years ago. He had pancreatic cancer. He was in a coma for over a month and I changed my shift at work to be with him during the day while my other siblings were at work. My dad was a real good man and to see him waste away at 64 was so difficult for me. A week before he passed, I was in the hospital room holding his hand and I was speaking to him like I did every day and all of a sudden I felt him squeeze my hand. I looked up at him and his eyes were wide open. Disoriented after being in a coma for over a month, he asked me where he was and where was Mom. To make a long story short, my dad had 5 days to express his last wishes and to tell each of us kids and his wife how much he loved us. The night before he died he said to my Mom that he was ready to move on and he passed away at 4:00 am the next morning with his 6 children and wife standing by his side. I still dream about my dad. His memory still lives on in all of us.

[@guyleblanc6491]

I only wish I knew better I had loved both my parents but never spent enough time with them so sorry for your loss and so sorry for taking my parents for granted thinking they would always be here in this life by my side what a fool was I.

[@cobrabill1]

Thanks for sharing that touching story, Peter P.

[@hoderharris]

Beautiful story. My dad took off when I was 10. You are a lucky man to have had such a wonderful father. Cheers

[@patbackus7668]

Peter P I myself is on the road to death from this disgusting disease; I had been sick for some time and just thought I’d get over it , I had trouble swallowing my food for some time, finally I decided to get checked out , the first hospital I went to found nothing, two weeks later I went to a different hospital, again they found nothing, 3 days after the last check up I was eating soft cookies and chocolate milk at 2 in the am , I started feeling bloated and sick to my stomach, so I went to the bathroom and threw up blood , I found that interesting, then I threw up more blood and a bunch of clots , on the fourth time I decided I better wake the wife up , and have her mom give me a ride to the hospital, I threw up blood all the way there , then filled a hospital puke bag a couple times ! As this evil sob is trying to get more info off me ! I was alone and literally bleeding to death ! Then she puts me in the waiting room ?, ! Anyhoo I finally got in , and no thanks to them the good lord stopped the bleeding, then they did the tests they should have done! Three days ago when I was there ! So they end up telling me I have Esohophageal Cancer , and the major hint to having it is not being able to swallow! Anyhoo they throw brain liver and lung cancer on top just to make sure ! Now 3 days ago according to them I was a picture of health ? I’m so sorry for interrupting your beautiful but terriblely sad story , but I just had to put it out there , if you’re sick don’t leave the hospital until they find the problem! God Bless you , Your Pops and your family, 🙏🏻

[@peterp4876]

I am very sorry to hear about your situation. May God be with you. Take care.

[@mikeusher007]

I’m 62 and always enjoyed Mike & the mechanics,played this song for many years,when my Dad passed this song makes me cry every time 😢

[@Magoo1039]

One of THE BEST songs ever written! The depth of meaning is so special.

[@martinmcallister5415]

Always brings tears to my eyes. I never got to tell my father that I love him.

[@UBME2]

I believe this guy sang on 10cc as well?

[@hereszonny7411]

My Father Drank and/or Ran away from his responsibilities as a Husband and a Father, I hadn't seen or heard from him in 8 years then he got in touch with me to let me know he had Cancer that claimed his life 6 months later and only managed to meet my Son & Daughter once before passing away, This Song has always had connection for me, I chose to break my Families Bad karmic cycle, I've past my Father's passing age & have 4 Loving Kids & 5 Beautiful Grandkids with another 2 on the way, Life is too short to miss out on the things that truly matter in life, LIVE A GOOD LIFE WITH YOUR LOVED ONES ❤

[@nevillewebster5434]

I had step Father hated me a Father that I never new I have 4 great sons and send this song now 81 and still hanging in there

[@KathyLowery-j5n]

Amen!!!! 🙏🌹

[@allisonsweet6756]

R parents were human and made mistakes but down deep we're still that little kid that loves them❤

[@poobalanpather7454]

This song is a piece of art. It will effect every soul out there. Brilliant performance. 👏👌

[@yvonnejones139]

Wish I could get the lyrics to this song It is so beautiful and moving

[@justinewilliams6042]

Say it loud say it clear you can listen as well as you hear....and that's all you need so profound simple and straight to the point...so miss this music era niw all we have is mumble rap crap and pop shit

[@suzannprice4440]

Agree, my friend.

[@bobmurray6697]

You know it. One of the best writings ever.

[@bobmurray6697]

Paul Carrack is a phenomenal vocalist. One of the best ever though seldom mentioned.

[@patrickoshea5173]

The song that speaks for millions of us. God Bless Dad.

[@flyingphotography5770]

@ Patrick O'Shea Yes! We are only given one! And, we ALL are imperfect! And, once we reconcile to our own imperfection, we become able to extend grace and understanding to those who raised us, provided for us in the best way they could, however imperfect, and forgive!

[@salvatoreconcuore465]

that true 👍

[@gracielaperezleal7621]

THANK YOU AND BLESSINGS TO ALL THAT LOST A LOVED PERSON INCLUDING MYSELF🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@bettinahansen7630]

So true👍

[@davidturner9800]

Enjoy your time with your father, he will only be on earth a short period time of your life. Make the best of it before it ends!

[@johnwatson4866]

Every time , I hear this song . I break into tears ,my Father died 41 years ago. Sometimes it still feels very raw.

[@lawrencekeegan8147]

john watson You never get over it buddy - remember the good times

[@johnchristy830]

It's been 23yrs, Sunday. I too break down, like it was yesterday....

[@claireryan2588]

John Christy I know

[@dash8brj]

Don't feel alone John. I go teary as well.

[@andykuehne8793]

john watson my dads still here i treasure every moment

[@marktibbetts3799]

My dad died in 97,I still sob like a fool every time I hear this song.

[@jasonedwards7142]

Every time I listen, gets me , 30 Years, jan 1st. Stay strong, just means you care. Makes us better dads. Xx

[@allenkirby7844]

Mine also, 97

[@thomasfankhauser9160]

Me too this song is a lesson in life.❤

[@johnpriestley415]

Not a fool! Memories last forever 😢bless you ❤️

[@donalddeorio2237]

Impossible to hear this song without tears welling up, the true power and gift of music

[@JaydenMereles3]

absolutely

[@refuge33]

Amen, this song always brings me down to Earth...

[@mikemeechan2770]

@@refuge33 always think of my dear old dad. Died on Father's Day 20 years ago. God sure has a weird sense of humour. :-(

[@thegarbagegladiators4735]

I tried not to. But didn't succeed .

[@michealsloan2309]

Amen

[@mikemcknight1295]

There's a huge message in this song, and that issues and disagreements amongst families, whether they be good, bad or indifferent should be discussed openly while people are alive, and when it matters. It's important for everybody that feelings are known, and don't manifest themselves when somebody is buried. Mike and the mechanics-respect!

[@Samakahzi]

Every time I hear this song I think of my grandfather. He Had a argument with his only brother when he was in his 30s. Never spoke to him ever again. His brother died a few years ago and my grandfather never went to the funeral. My grandfather also passed away a few months ago at 89. My dad tells me the argument they had was over something small but my grandfather was the most stubborn man iv ever met. But just found it sad he never spoke to his brother ever again. I have two brothers of my own.

[@mikemcknight1295]

@@Samakahzi People are stubborn, old-fashioned and this pride issue going on in situations like that, and as you say, it's usually a disagreement over something small that's blown out of proportion. The keyword here is perspective, and people must put things into perspective as they enter the "autumn" of their lives, at least, before it's too late. The ignorance that have people disagreeing has the same effect on their perspectives. Sad really, but happens in loads of families. My mother is nearly 90, and her sister is 92, and she doesn't talk to her, and she lives around the block from her.

[@jefftoonstra5087]

The movie ‘The Straight Story’ really captures the importance of tending to relationships when you can, based on a true story with similar dynamics to your family

[@utebecker1552]

Mein Song. Ich liebe es zu hören. Habe es noch auf der Isle of Man gehört. TT races.

[@glennreiland6854]

Just such an inredible xong🎀💕🥰💯🤗🎶🎤

[@paulalane8638]

24 hours is no longer 24 hours as I used to know it...I'm 65 this year and believe this song still speaks to all of us who will listen. Don't waste one moment, one second..go see your parents, call them, surprise them ...my dad loved me doing this when he was 92! I'd drive to see him and call on my cell when I got to his driveway...you will never regret the time!! I promise! I miss him calling me every Sunday...he has been gone 12 years and I'm so glad I visited him often and just sat and listened to his stories...he had many at 92. Love all your stories...thanks for letting me share mine...❤🙏⏳

[@johnbrain2093]

In my dads last few years of his life I saw him every day (well nearly every day). He even came on a date night once with my new girlfriend because we couldn’t leave him on his own. Some times it felt like a strain after a stressful day at work but looking back I am so so glad I spent the time with him. After a meal we would come to the pub and he would have a few small glasses of his beloved rose wine. He told tales and the people in the pub were so tolerant because he sadly would repeat himself, he was never the same man once he lost the love of his life, my mum. Dad, we had loads of fun even if it was not the fullest without mum. Thank you for everything, I miss and love you 💙

[@andrewajbootle2897]

Understand this - I think the song has an inverse context as well. It's not always the 'child' making the calls - does the parent make the call? Did they 'make the call' when you were a child - bottom line it cuts both ways....You can make the calls later in life and still not receive them...Your position is so great as their is mutual respect - his calls to you say it all...Go well :)

[@paulalane8638]

@@andrewajbootle2897 you are so right!

[@johnbrain2093]

I had a similar experience. I saw my dad nearly every day of his life after we lost my mum. It still wasn’t enough when I lost him!

[@paulalane8638]

@@johnbrain2093 I'm so sorry! I pray the memories of those good times will comfort you.

[@reenarigii8116]

I lost my Dad in 2010.I loved him all my life. I will always love him despite the mistakes he made towards the end. Dad , you will always be the best ❤

[@BigHeinen]

July 2021 and my dad is 93 years old. Every single day with him is a God given precious gift! EDIT: Now April 2022 and my 91 year old mother has just passed away.

[@theresabaldizan1892]

God bless you and your dad

[@beverleydemeyer1617]

Hey Doug ... wish my dad was still here. Love every moment. You're so lucky.

[@liamearly4883]

I'm so sorry for your loss, my dad died around March of 2021 around 72 of cancer, he showed me and my brother this song. It's a tearjerker and cuts deep.

[@assadlayne6446]

yep

[@soniabarby4630]

My dad was 910nemonthn 3days .

[@gess4170]

Paul Carrick, the best voice most people have never heard of.

[@BrokeDog]

He IS a fantastic vocalist !!!!

[@davidbarber4709]

A just think of Dad never got to tell him oh Dad greatest man ever but YOU WERE am sure you know it

[@MrDMc1981]

his voice is offensively good

[@frgjb]

More people know his voice than know his name. Massive talent. He made Tempted (Squeeze) a classic.

[@fredknittney3273]

Paul Young as well...but Carrick spread his talents around...

[@GreenEarth140]

61 years old. heard this song many times when I was younger but didn't LISTEN to the lyrics. Just paid attention to the lyrics 2 days ago. Amazing how music has such a deep meaning. This song is a gem. I'm going to play and sing it to my 3 son's. Being a good parent is hard. All 3 of my boy's are excellent parents today mainly because of my wife. My boy's and I spoke a different language , many things that I wish that I could do over again. I love all 3 of them so deeply. Sadly , it took THIS SONG to make me realize just how much I love them , but also , so sorry that I wasn't the most understanding Dad when they were truly in their LEARNING YEARS.

[@patriciaegan7244]

I’m pretty sure the world needs this song right now. This is a long time favorite of mine.

[@haydenbrissette1674]

Beautiful song dedicating to everybody who lost someone they loved and who is still listening in February 26th 2020

[@roxieevans8019]

My son DJ Davis. April 1970-May 1989. Still crying.

[@haydenbrissette1674]

I am so very sorry for u and your family's loss sending hugs and u are in my thoughts and prayers

[@lisajones1594]

Hayden brissette my husband 1953/02/07-2008/03/10

[@ireneholt3700]

Yes a beautiful and deeply significant song for all of us when we lose loved ones

[@ireneholt3700]

@@roxieevans8019 To lose your child no matter the age must be heartbreaking devastating. My heart goes out to you.

[@kieranmcmahon4618]

The vocalist, Paul Carrack, is doing some incredible work here, elevating a good song into the realms of greatness on pure vocal talent. What a singer!

[@trainguy1017]

He's got a beautiful voice!

[@wotizit2937]

Paul Carrack is outtasite!!!

[@rking6022]

Amen

[@mitzworld]

yep

[@richardmorrow8796]

I was going to post something, but you said it perfectly. Ten guys and they are all supporting the guy that would normally be in a secondary role. Excellent rendition playing this song live. When listening to it, you would not think it would be easily done.

[@normancleghorn8235]

My father had a mini stroke 2 years ago ..i was able to spend the week with him before the surgery. The surgery was not successful and he passed 24 hrs later. I held his hand near the end and told him mom would be ok as he took his last breaths. Mom has been with me ever since and she loves music likes this at 81. My parents were there for me 9 years ago when i lost my wife suddenly and i was shattered. Love life and live it to the fullest

[@joannnaaaful]

I lost my Dad three years ago and we played this at the funeral as from the day he passed until final arrangements, it was on the radio whenever we had a moment of silence.. this song will forever hold a special place in my heart.

[@xanderm1815]

Memories are awesome and sad at the same time.....

[@danielmacgillivray8086]

God Bless you blondie...

[@fredrodriguez7429]

God bless you n your family, I feel the loss. My dad 46 ,years now,

[@GoHomeKamala]

I worked with my dad for 25 years. And the first time I ever heard this song I was riding home from work, he was driving. I was laying next to him in the front seat, asleep. It was such a beautiful song it woke me up. But it's not been a year yet and he's at rest. I've needed to take better care of myself, I've lost 20 lb. He ended up with dementia and he lived with me. We lived together for my whole life. I wouldn't have had it any other way.

[@wvufreak56]

Blessings to you .......

[@snjones99]

💗

[@joechin88]

God Bless!

[@EricInTampaAcoustic]

Amen brother

[@kenhatchett7645]

Ed Mck nice one.

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams..

[@armandovillalobos8804]

I am 61 years old ,grew up with Beatles,Mick,led & also great sing-along songs.@ 30 years on my 30 year old birthday...I heard "yesterday" beatles.now @ my age they mean so much different.❤️

[@cassiasnow]

Beautiful

[@remotewall]

it is fleeting.

[@doak4886]

I am 73. Last week I was 23.

[@lyndamcardle4123]

Kudos given unreservedly to co-composers Mike Rutherford and B.A. Robertson and to Paul Carrack for a wonderful vocal. God bless ALL fathers !

[@tommanos2596]

Well said Lynda

[@ericbarnett6771]

I just turned 56. My father is 92. I tell him that I love him every time we talk because of this song. I don't want to have any regrets once the inevitable happens.

[@jennyperrio7364]

i held my dad in my arms as he died of cancer ,the pain is awful even after these years he knew i loved him,God Bless little Pa ! xx

[@johnbradbury5344]

Jenny Perrio bless you I lost my brother to cancer and I was diagnosed with cancer in January I love this song x

[@jennyperrio7364]

God Bless you John ,I hope everything works well for you I will hold you in my prayers and my heart xx

[@sharonbeynon1728]

Jenny Perrio Ditto, it hurts every minute of every day 😰

[@jennyperrio7364]

John Bradbury Hi ,been thinking about you and wondered how you were doing xx

[@johnbradbury5344]

Jenny Perrio Hi Jenny iam doing ok waiting for a CT scan thank you for your concern

[@Paratus7]

Sons and daughters. Love your fathers. They are special. They love you. They always did.

[@davidwells8163]

I never had the Father like many have, we were strangers in the living years, now I look at him in the mirror, my children do have the father I think he would have been if life had let him, this song is our story and my story, miss you DAD

[@YvonneHutchings-h9p]

Im 68 yrs old takes me back to my younger yrs enjoying friends always loved this song

[@edkeene9752]

one of the greatest of all time. a masterpiece. Paul Carrack has the voice of an angel

[@geneg5712]

Pretty sure the original was Carrack

[@patriciaalexander4333]

@@robertmeijer1750 he is the original singer of this song - Paul Young is still alive and Paul Carrick is still alive and perforning

[@patriciaalexander4333]

@@geneg5712 yes it was with Mike and the Mechanics

[@howardlovecraft750]

Definitely in the top ten.

[@jamessharman9480]

Paul Young from this band sadly passed away some years ago.

[@therealcaesar]

Paul Carrack..... One of the best voices ever.... big respect!

[@tjlee22]

How can anyone listen to this song without crying

[@annettem1730]

TJ Just lm balling

[@christaritchie8832]

💗💗

[@davenorth8922]

My father died in November 1991. The last time I saw him on his death bed, he raised up his hand and I held it. For 45 minutes. Not one word passed between us. We had said all the things this song implies a hundred times and we knew exactly where we stood with each other. To this day, I can have a conversation with him and know for certain how he would respond. We were that close. I feel sorry for the sons that can't say that. It is a priceless feeling.

[@flyingphotography5770]

mikemerrill175 Mike, I too, did not understand my father as a boy. We certainly did have our difficulties. Yet, the last five years of his life, he lived with me, so much healing, so much learning of each other, so much love gained, so much forgiven. What a man he was! A kind man which I did not know as a boy. But, as men, we learned of each other. My father, who once exclaimed to me that “your rock and roll will never equal the power of the orchestra!” would become excited when I played Metallica, with the San Fran Orchestra, “The Call of Ktulu”.

[@benjaminblakewood994]

My eyes are wet. It's been 54 years.

[@christopherone1]

Paul's vocals are simply amazing. So lovely to see them together, Mike and Paul.

[@jaimesidener1171]

Im 44 years old and still this is one of my all time favorite songs. It’s as impactful now as it was way back when. Such a gift.

[@xanderm1815]

Yes this song hits home for anyone

[@jmsmacnab]

It took me a week to get back to see my Dad, When I was with him, he looked in my eyes and I said Dad I love you, he put his hands on my face and said I love you too son, that night he passed away. He had the heart and the love to wait for me to get there. That week I heard "The Living Years", everyday I miss him, my best friend, my Mentor my Dad. I am in tears listening to it as i write this

[@markisabell1637]

There are no coincidences my friend. Your dad was strong enough for just another day for you to say goodbye one last time. I to am in tears as I write this. “Three things we should do every day 1. Laugh 2. Cry (be it joy or sadness) 3 spend time in deep thought. “ Jimmy Valvano. Peace my friend

[@bobsimpson3707]

I’m so sorry John for your loss, lost mine too, god bless you

[@mikemeechan2770]

Same here John :-(

[@edwardlowe7260]

​wise words

[@johnbrain2093]

Wow sir, amazing that your dad did that it should give you a certain amount if peace. I know you can’t be totally as ease coz when I lost my dad 18 months ago I didn’t get that opportunity but also I didn’t realise I could lose him. That man was my hero. I am now head of the family and I don’t feel worthy. My dad was superman to me and I know I am not alone in that sentiment. This song gives out a lot of my sentiment, I tried to spend as much as time as I could with him. It also doesn’t dull my pain. When you have looked up to a hero man all your life, once he goes the void is unexplainable. Dad, I miss you so much, I hope you are happy now you are reunited with the love of,your life, my mum! Xxx

[@CatherineElizabethRose]

I actually think you can't fully appreciate this song unless you have suffered a loss. So many people around me don't understand what this is like because they haven't and they can't appreciate how much ongoing pain and renewed perception of the world comes with it.

[@rodkertson1923]

So true

[@terryhowie3099]

Amen Catherine! This song stops me in my tracks every time I hear it. 58 now but the pain is always present when ever I play this song.

[@jasonedwards7142]

A sad truth, but so true, something we will all experience in our lives. Listen to the lyrics, heed the message.

[@jimjackson7013]

You are so rite I lost my mom my dad and my brother and my baby brother this has help me though a lot of painful memories thanks guys for a great song loving it in 2021

[@neilsowden2217]

A very true and perceptive comment. I never appreciated it until my Dad died. The lyrics tell us but I didn't understand until after.

[@philipblake2460]

Wow so many wonderful and heartfelt comments. I lost my Dad to a sudden heart attack - he was 55 and I 32. We never had chance to say goodbye. It was at a time when affection and emotions were kept in check. I too can’t hear this song without bursting into tears (now in my 70’s) and I tell my son at every opportunity that I love him and am so proud of him. Thank you Mike and the Mechanics this is truly a wonderful song.

[@arseniolupin8851]

one of the best things about 50 years old,is the fact that i lived my teenage years in the 80's that is priceless and Iam grateful !!!

[@kellysiefkas9595]

Nothing like the 70s lol

[@SMSJ223]

Please tell me Why anyone would dislike this? This classic sum's up life for virtually everyone bar ones who have not yet Lived or Loved.

[@chipamos]

I wasn't there, I often regret. And everytime I hear this masterpiece, I cry.

[@jameskawaikaupejrcwo3usmcr573]

It Brings back memories of my childhood with my dad and growing up when I was a young boy who joined the Marines in 72. My dad was a retired Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army from 1950-1972. He was a two war combat Veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars. In 2023 he finally fade away after 93 years of life. I couldn’t fly back to Hawaii to see him because of my wife’s illness. But I did get to talk with him on his 93rd Birthday. He passed away 14 days later. The last time I spoke and saw him was in 2016 when my mother passed away. I eventually retired in 1994 in the Marine Corps but moved my family and I to San Diego California where our second home is at. There’s one thing that I was always proud and grateful for was my dad being a hard working Army soldier who never took things for granted. I had learned this from him at an early age of my youth. Now, I’m that old man with my wife and our two adult sons. Life is precious just like the sand at the beach. It just fades away when the tide comes in. We all just fade away when we run out of sand.

[@davelane6176]

this song was so fitting for my dad when he died 20 years ago there were things I never told him I lost my mum 18yrs ago as well treasure your parents while you can before they are gone for good

[@johnbradbury5344]

David Lane same mate makes me cry

[@ws4177]

i think we all feel this way when ones we love leave us ,and this is no closure just memories , we keep within ourselves

[@karlstringer9969]

David Lane the ones we loose will always be in our hearts mate

[@rnovinger1]

I've lost both my parents and there still so many things I wish I had told them.

[@melvinnixon2378]

David Lane so sorry for your loss. i've lost both of mine as well, We all will see them again when we take that walk......

[@pattyswartzendruber-vc6rv]

I Love this song thank you i don't care how old you are i cry every time I hear this song i was driving truck when my Dad passed never got to say goodbye.

[@francispaulmarottikal1839]

This is truly a serious song writing with lots of truth and emotions. This song is simply one of the best in the world. A real masterpiece and it comes from Mike and the mechanics. God bless🙏

[@yvonnejones139]

Love this song

[@JeannieMitchellMyers]

I totally agree! I miss my dad and now I make videos' here because I get the love of music from him...

[@bartb1566]

My dad past away when I was 20. He had been fighting a year long battle against cancer and I had been coming home every weekend until a snowstorm hit and I wasn’t able to make it home that Friday. Saturday night, I was at a movie with my girlfriend when I knew… I turned to my girlfriend I told her that my father just died. She didn’t understand but I knew. When we got back to her parents, my mom had called her mom and asked her to have me call but of course I always knew. I don’t get to tell him goodbye but he let me know that it was ok there in that dark theater that night. I miss nearly every day and I’m going to be 64 this year. Great man, not perfect, but none the less…a great father! Tell the ones you love them no matter what…because it really could matter! Be kind, make a difference and be open to love someone….your “bank account” should be full of people not money!

[@peterhillcoat5148]

Must be one of the most meaningful songs ever written. Brings me undone every time.

[@thomasfankhauser9160]

To Mike and the Mecs this is one of the most haunting as well as the most beautiful song's ever,it never fails to bring tears to my eyes .

[@flyingphotography5770]

Thomas Fankhauser Me too, Thomas. “Say it loud!”

[@simoncoleman665]

So true. At 75 makes feel those years never passed. In the moment then and now, song, timeless

[@albertmott3262]

Going on seventy born july 46 and mick the mechincs a v always bin ther best years

[@nazirjuman6132]

One of the most beautiful song I've heard love it

[@billjoyce5208]

Soooo true....my relationship with my Dad could have been WAY BETTER....now, I'm crying...beautiful song !

[@johnwoods7941]

I was there that morning. And it still tears my heart apart..................say it loud....................miss you dad

[@zicob2536]

Lost my dad on May 4th. Miss him so much. Happy Father's Day 2023!

[@jeffreyfunwithharm3137]

@@zicob2536 I lost my dad this year too, his birthday was May 4 th

[@howiemicks5603]

My Dad passed away on my first day in rehab for alcoholism. I came home for his funeral and have not drank since. So much to tell him. Sorry Dad please forgive me. Hope to see you again. ✝️❤️

[@ronaldhadley7129]

He understood.Be good to yourself

[@JeffreyGory]

😢

[@michaellevan8352]

He knows count on that

[@barb6552]

I lost my dad in 1983. He died of ALS. He was 53. I miss him ever day. Hold on to every day. Love one another . 😪❤🙏

[@elinikiohlavarac6998]

Here's a suggestion everyone. Why not get group to gather every fathers day and sing this song and let's make it a nationaltheme in hopes that families will appreciate the need to talk to there parents about things that are meaning to each other. God bless everyone Ps. Iman 85 year old youngster. And I truly spent the days of my youth conversing sharing my life with him. What a beautiful human and dad he was. Aloha to you all.

[@barb6552]

@elinikiohlavarac6998 What a wonderful suggestion...I really like it...Thank you..❤️🙏

[@chrisl9620]

If this doesn't touch your heart.......you ain't got one.

[@johndevito2384]

That is so true. My dad is still alive but has stage 4 cancer and suffers from COPD. He's doing really goodbut I'm scared if something happens to him, I won't be able to see him since I live hundreds of miles away from him.

[@chrisl9620]

@@johndevito2384 ....... stay strong!

[@johndevito2384]

@@chrisl9620 I will. Thank you, my friend.

[@stephenlancaster7038]

correct

[@ewingcrowder4753]

Truth

[@mrjomaled755]

His voice has not lost it's luster .......one of the best singers of his generation

[@sergiopadilla4477]

As i read the comments i felt tears running down my eyes too. Thank you Mike and the mechanics. What a song.

[@davidturner9800]

We feel you Sergio, God Bless You?

[@grahamlees2580]

I really wasn't there when my father passed away and this song makes me weep.

[@johnhoward6494]

Ii was there in there in the hospital

[@johnhoward6494]

I was in the hospital ward with my 2ñd son and my Mother who was holding dad's head &stroking him as he was very restless, he sighed and slumprd on mum''s arms and died. It seemed very quick. At the time but r wasn,'t really I called nmy sister when I got home and broke down in years talking to her .it broke. My heart. I didn't expect it to affect me so much.

[@johndevito2384]

@@johnhoward6494 I'm sorry. ☹️ This is different but when my mom died a long time ago, it really hurt and it wasn't the same. But I was fast asleep, and I saw a very clear image of her, knowing God has allowed her to visit me in my dreams knowing she made it to heaven. God is so good. 😊🙏

[@davedoe5314]

Me too, one of the sadness moments of my life, I, am sure he knew, I would have been there if I could, at the time, I was burning the candle at both ends, and my mum, God bless her, she told me to go home, but a couple of hours later I got a phone call from the hospital to tell me, my father has passed away 😭

[@wendysutcliffe6136]

Same darl still breaks me now 8 ys later. X

[@manko717]

One of those songs that comes along, where every line means something to someone. Truly a gift

[@shanechristensen447]

1.4k people have no soul. One of the most beautiful works of music. A song that almost everyone can relate to. Take tons of courage to write and perform a song like this. Thank you Mike & the Mechanics!!

[@peterking6524]

I was 18 when my dad died we didn't get on.for his last two years what I wouldn't give for 5 minutes with him it still hurts I'm 62 rip dad

[@geovani8028]

Peter King...your dad understands. It wiuldn t be normal for a teen to get on with his dad. Forget it he lives you.

[@ciarraibuzz]

He is hearing you say that and it is healed. Let go.

[@kev63inuk]

Peter King God bless you peter 👍

[@tcmw779]

Peter King my Dad died after a month of my 18th birthday and didn’t get to see me graduate high school in 1977 and I still miss him.

[@flyingphotography5770]

Peter King Pete, may the Blessed hope of seeing him again, to spend eternity with him, to express to him your love, be with you. Know this, for this brief moment my thoughts are with you. God bless.

[@johnj6365]

The Living Years. Lost my dad 2 years ago and regret not rebuilding bridges. Don't forget how precious life is.

[@claireryan2588]

John S you should

[@lynnmurray5018]

John S . me to you never will get that moment back. we all regret things. it's life story. wish I could have my dad back just for 5 minutes. x

[@johnj6365]

Lynn Murray Thanks for your message and sorry that you lost your dad. I think we all wish we could have some time again.

[@lynnmurray5018]

John S. life's hard. as we grow we realise not to take things for granted. it's a learning curve. always try to help each other and be the best you can. take care.x

[@lynnmurray5018]

I never spoke to my dad for 15 years. before he passed. I go to his grave now he lays next to my younger brother. it breaks my heart. but we carry on and make them proud. God bless x

[@gulfgypsy]

Never ignore a chance to tell someone you love them. I was blessed to share my life with my best friend and the best husband a woman could have. We began and ended every day of our life together with "I love you". Been three years since God called him home and still I begin and end my days by whispering "I love you" on the wind hoping it carries my love to him.

[@darryncasson6421]

lovely.thank you

[@martycech5844]

2 weeks ago I reunited with my High school Prom ( Queen )date. In my teen years I did not know how to communicate well... even though she is married to someone else, she is more than Happy to allow me a second Chance to communicate my / our thoughts and feelings. (we did and Still Love each other)

[@wisdom7119]

Oh man I feel your pain... What can I say? You were one of the lucky people.. GOD BLESS YOU... HE IS WAITING FOR YOU.. ♥️

[@brberealdad5977]

I have absolutely no doubt that he feels a breeze on his brow every day and knows it’s you. We should all have and share this kind of love.

[@velavino7749]

I don’t know how he sings this without breaking down into a puddle of tears ❤️🙏

[@carlreyes5945]

Because the song was written by Mike Rutherford of Mike and the Mechanics whose dad the song was written about. Mike is playing the guitar in the video.

[@ndeepsify]

I was 10 when my father passed at 58 of a heart attack - I’m now 52 and I still think of him everyday ❤️

[@thomasmelloy5820]

i still think of mine as well wished i had listened

[@dannysiebert630]

i loved my dad too. danny

[@tonyevans2966]

There's not a day that passes that I dont think of my Dad who passed suddenly forty years ago.I was the eldest child and it was difficult to hold it all together especially for my mum.

[@desretroreels4949]

I was 11 and my dad passed aged 45. I'm now 50 & I still miss him every single day 😢

[@j.scotthyde4487]

Because of your actions, your father will never be forgotten. God bless you.

[@luckytn]

This has turned into an anthem for today's times. Today is December 23, 2020.

[@johngaither474]

So true Merry Christmas

[@ntatemohlomi2884]

I concur.

[@dangoudge2503]

Touché

[@joanwightman7757]

Today is January 17,2021 & in America so true

[@gracielaperezleal7621]

I agree with you. Today is January the 20th, 2021. The world is fighting a tremendous battle Good vibes for you all and let s keep positives and with hope. 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@leglessinoz]

My dad died in an accident in 1976 and this song does bring tears, not because we weren't close but I wish I had more time with him.

[@nobbyplies5285]

One of the best songs ever written and sung by Mike and the Mechanics You know it makes sense.

[@sakycwd]

For all of the fathers who have passed this way already and for those of us who are now dads. We are now the example to the future. Live our lives fully and make sure we always may the time to say I love you.

[@kenhiebert4966]

My dad called me a day before he passed. He said, I love you son. I got to say I love you one last time. This song tears my heart out but helps me cope with my dad's passing. I can't help but cry every time I hear it.

[@nickkingston8929]

me too

[@derekstocker6661]

Many are with you on this Ken....

[@robertpurcell1709]

bless him

[@martinphillips5846]

dads are so precious ... love my boys

[@robellard9079]

My Dad passed away in 2000- after fighting so hard- 2 heart transplants , kidney failure and other complications. An amazing man- at the Memorial gardens , they had a service on Fathers Day every year, and all who had lost their fathers during the year were invited- they played this and the entire chapel lost it - not a dry eye in the house 😔😔😔RIP to all our Dads - ❤️

[@scotttravers4473]

This song has always tugged at my heart during my Dad's living years. A fighter pilot and the best Dad in the world, he died in my arms at the age of 99 in 2020. He instilled in me the same message as the Mechanics song says...don't waste time ...remind people in your life that you love them before you can't say it anymore. I had the privilege to give his eulogy and extended to everyone the same message . Love you Dad.

[@relyoncornerstone1493]

It took losing my Dad seventeen years ago to wake up and realize all I have is today. My Dad was the absolute best example of what being a father, a mentor and a genuine man is all about. I think of him daily and I thank my Heavenly Father for my Father here on earth. EVERY DAY IS A GIFT

[@kathygreene5717]

I copied the lyrics and put it at my dad's grave

[@garyhinote6116]

Every day is a gift, that why we call it "the present"

[@samwilko9927]

I had a difficult relationship with my dad for many years then we 'discovered' each other during the later years. His last words to me before he died were, 'I love you son'. RIP Frederick Wilkinson. I love you dad.

[@charlenewebb1802]

How could so many people not love this song? Do they not have a heart 💔

[@peterharland3825]

My father passed in 1982, i never had a chance to say good bye. He was not a great communicator, i am sure he loved me and all of his family even though he never said he did, that was his way. I have wished so many times i could talk to him and have a real conversation. So i made a promise that I would not repeat this with my kids and their kids - life is too short - stunning lyrics.

[@exposal]

I never had a dad but every time I hear this song it brings tears to my eyes. Thank you 🙏

[@suecoates8313]

I’m sorry Marla… you must know innately what it must be to have had a dad. I’m sorry you never knew yours. ❤️

[@miekewitjes632]

I'm sure i heard his echo in my baby's new born tears - beautiful lyrics

[@davidhuber2679]

When I hear this song I think of my Dad RIP. We wasnt that close and I didnt talk to Dad for 9 years. One day we talked when I walked out the door I turned and said I Love you Dad. He died two days later. So glad we talked! Thank you Mike and the Mechanics. Its never to LATE....

[@hymanandhyman]

You are BLESSED!!

[@helmutfriesen4858]

8

[@jasonjohnson3424]

He was waiting for u. He is waiting for u still.

[@ronaldrosen105]

I lost my dad in 1984. I was 19 at the time and he was 43. This song along with "My Father's Chair" by Rick Springfield both came out shortly after. I felt like they were written for me. I really miss him...

[@MrWmburr7]

This song is about a son's regret that he wanted wasn't able to tell his dad how he felt about him before he died. Well, that can also go in the opposite direction. I'm 71 and had a grown son living a couple thousand miles away out in San Diego. I just sent him a lengthy text, telling him how much I appreciate him and how much I love him. Thanks for a song like this that reminds us to do the right thing before this life is gone!

[@beverlylappi7901]

My son took his life on July 6th. Very successful man in a bad marriage. Hit the bottle and gave up. Worked at Mayo. Had 2 businesses and 2 properties. Beautiful, charming, funny, handsome 40 year old man. Broken heart, cheating wife and he couldn't handle it. I wish you all the best and blessings.

[@MrWmburr7]

@@beverlylappi7901 I'm so sorry for your loss, Beverly.

[@johndevito2384]

@@beverlylappi7901 Same thing. 41, married with a cheating wife, and heartbroken.

[@beverlylappi7901]

@@johndevito2384 take care of YOURSELF. You are all that matters! She doesn't deserve you. Very sorry for your situation kiddo.

[@beverlylappi7901]

@@johndevito2384 Children?

[@urgdaddy]

John,..my father died two years ago at 84..was ready to go. Remember the good times and let go. I understand this song,..I also had a struggle with my father. Let him go and forgive his weakness.

[@nydiamunoz204]

Dad died 12/29/18 my lil sis b/d. Blessed that myself & lil brother were w/him & we were able to share these last weeks all together... He so very missed by the 3 of us. R.I.P. Dad ur w/God & the angels now....

[@rickfreeman9530]

Everything I read hear just tears at my heart and soul. My Dad passed away from cancer at 52. One of my twin boys from cancer at 15. This song brings back so many memories for me. It also makes me want to be a better person for my family and friends, as I always have been. But It reminds me to reach out to them and just be there threw whatever life throws our way. That's honestly what this song reminds me to do!! Be a better person and be their for my loved ones. Montana Rick