Father and Son (lyrics) - Cat Stevens

I do not own the pictures or the song

[@bobobrien8968]

My 14 year old grandson just texted me that he wanted to learn it on guitar. I am 70 and love him so much. I’m in tears.

[@ajiboy4647]

boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[@ilove_5AM]

❤❤❤

[@user-dy2lg1hy3l]

❤️

[@ambiramesh4346]

🙏❤️

[@fredrick5289]

❤❤

[@merlebarney]

I’m 60 years old and I lost my father when I was 16 and I still miss him every day. He was more than a father, he was like my best friend. Now being a father myself and a grandfather I’ve always tried to the kind of man my father would be proud of and to be the kind of father to my sons that he was to me.

[@justinreber2867]

Amen

[@charlesberwind3874]

He's so proud of you merle😇

[@jimhendricks2361]

Tread gently, be kind and love them no matter what.

[@BeingScared]

One of the greatest songs ever created

[@jameswilliamquiambao8100]

scary

[@willardjr6257]

man big fan i love your stuff

[@ms-0503]

I agree...

[@Mutantman02]

Didn’t expect to see you here💀

[@mammuchan8923]

Okay I am a daughter but this song is universal. I have been lucky to have 2 fathers. One my own, and one my father in law. This is an incredibly beautiful song, recognising human imperfections and how that is part of love and tenderness in relationships. This song is timeless and will be forever.

[@oceaneagle2]

I discovered this song when I was 20, still a son. Now I am listening to it again at 60, but a father having kids of twenties struggling to find their ways. But i m afraid they'll be here and their dreams may not.

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@Based-Anti-Theist]

@@rickynuena6943 Shameless

[@janicebirch7522]

' but, take your time, THINK a lot, THINK of ALL the thingsYOU'VE got, you may still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not': how apt for the millennial and older generation Z, promised so much and so many of them,,so desolate,not knowing how the instant gratification fix, they are so used to and promised can be sustained in a Covid world. Prayers and love to all who have lost someone from our most enduring, senior generation. They were taught Patience, Perserverance and Endurance as their PPE.💕

[@juanyer8258]

God bless sir

[@5324TuiG]

No offense but that is not what the song is about.

[@Diggy22]

My dad died this morning. This song played in the back of my mind. It made me realize how much I'll miss him.

[@somerandomdude1503]

I am really sorry for your loss. May your dad be in a much better place now. Stay strong, champ

[@sbravoo]

I know the feeling man I’m sorry. Are you ok ? I wanted to check out

[@LuisGuzman-vg5kw]

feel you on that, it has been two months since my mom passed and a similar song made me realize the same. sorry for your loss man.

[@notyoutube2599]

Hopefully you’re feeling better

[@TheEXTREMEcleaningguys]

Hope god has give him a good bed in heaven so he can sleep easy now. God bless you man 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@richnewell332]

I just sent it to my 26 year old son. I’m always trying to give him the wisdom my father never taught me. Soon I’ll go away but he’ll remember what I taught him.

[@AlfredoOlanzapin]

Please wake me up in the dream call my mom Rebecca juco and aljon juco my angel Nicole juco I love you

[@AlfredoOlanzapin]

Please wake me up in the dream call my mom Rebecca juco and aljon juco my angel Nicole juco I love you

[@esemseetee2695]

I'm preparing to sing this to my son after he graduate to college. About 18-19 years from now. I love you son.

[@danialsheikh2460]

Don't wait for milestones just sing it to him today when both of you have time

[@Kuma_Kares]

I will be checking in every so often to this comment I can't wait for that day sir

[@iammrsnesbit9729]

Sing it everyday my friend.

[@benfrank9622]

Make a video of you singing it.

[@landoalfonso-pc9td]

​@@benfrank9622please wake me up in the dream call my mom Rebecca juco and ALJON juco my angel Nicole juco I love you

[@Girlieyauco]

I grew up without a Dad, and when I need a Dad's advice, presence, security. I always comes here to listen. I'm here again because it's difficult again.

[@Tobias_tj]

The whole life is difficult without a Dad. But since 2 years I'm a Dad, too. And I swear I won't make it difficult to my son. But a father would be helpful for me, teaching how to be a father 😞

[@Papadopoulos-George]

Difficult is stupid word... Pick up another one... stop being stupid

[@joycedominguez8997]

Oh how I feel that feeling

[@lululala-s9r]

Felt the same, Im ill and thinking how he abandoned me easily, big hugs for y'all

[@kennethcatalan1515]

Same here i grew up without my dad , all my trials and errors i come here to listen

[@Yence_Eli]

I buried my father today.... he really loved this song...

[@dylanaiello645]

You gotta show this to your son and this can be your guys song

[@idonthaveachannel1346]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@assejpark8283]

😞 im so sorry

[@miralabualjadail4206]

My condolences 💐

[@islamfortheummah]

🕊️

[@raghvendraparihar7619]

I just lost my father this year I'm 14 and just cannot believe what happened. This song is something i think my father would have said to me if he was alive. I miss him so much. Loved this song😔

[@nickeroniandcheesea7773]

I’m sorry for your lost, keep your head up

[@Tomas.X]

So sorry. Please find peace, and let his memory and all the good he passed on to you live on. You'll be better for it, and one day you can pass it on to your child. Bend but don't break. Love will always find a way. ❤️

[@aaronpp101]

I did too man like 7 months ago and it’s not the same anymore

[@LD_37]

I'm so sorry for your loss, God bless you and your father in heaven💫

[@daoud1256]

Sorry for your loss , stay patient and strong

[@WhatMarcDoes]

“It’s funny to think about the things in your life that can make you cry just knowing that they existed, can then become the same thing that make you cry knowing that they’re now gone. I think those things come into our lives to help us get from one place to a better one.” ~ Coach Ted Lasso, from America. We’re going to miss you, Ted. ❤️💙❤️💙

[@coisty1690]

I watched this tonight because of the final episode of Ted Lasso. So many lessons for us all.

[@mumzah]

Loved this show man!! What a great actor !

[@p.sherman3158]

That show was such an inspiration in these dark times. I loved it

[@mumzah]

@@p.sherman3158 Bro for real man! Loved this.

[@liamgossard526]

“Is he cool?” “Hell yeah, he’s cool” “IM MARY POPPINS YALL!”

[@jefsomar1534]

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[@olly783]

“He may of been your father boy, but he wasn’t your daddy”.

[@Plagolago64]

No pls no

[@Plagolago64]

Whyyyyyy

[@_.Intranet._]

He will be missed 🤧😭😭😭

[@DJ-np1cq]

"He may be your father but he's not your daddy". -Yondu 2017

[@kathymitchell2822]

Guardians of The Galaxy 💓👍🏽👍🏽 Reminded of all the Great Music I forgot about 🤯

[@Victoria.A846]

when you realize that that was nearly 4 years ago

[@banescaudillmartinez3556]

How do you know him with the lyrics he gave the the word

[@nakoaweimer4764]

Love this so much. That part gets me everytime!

[@sawyerclark8222]

@@Victoria.A846 dam

[@angryman1206]

My dad died about a week ago. I played this song at his funeral. He loved science fiction and I think he would have enjoyed the Guardians of the Galaxy films.

[@dylanaiello645]

This is your theme song now. It’s gonna be me and my sons in the future

[@JonathanS995]

Im sorry for your loss. I know it's hard, I lost my mum 5 years ago, she was 42. It's tough, just learn to cope my man, express it in healthy manners. All the best wishes to you stranger ♥️

[@markoezefeld199]

I think so too. But don't give all the credit away, this is magic made by Mr Cat Stevens! Check out more of his songs if you liked this one.

[@aronwilliams8166]

this played at my dads funeral miss him :(

[@minisopenguin5128]

That's sad I hope your family is ok

[@TheEXTREMEcleaningguys]

I buried my best friend yesterday and this was his final song on his final journey, songs means so much to me now. He was only 31 years old so may god give him a good bed in heaven. RIP brother until we meet again mate, love you loads bro 🙏🏻🙏🏻💙💙🥹🥹

[@ChefTim100]

Sorry for your loss. I have buried my sister and best friend in one month. Not sure about much from here..song's do help..

[@TheEXTREMEcleaningguys]

@@ChefTim100 so sorry about that…. Genuinely 🙏🏻🙏🏻. It’s hard to put into words so I let the song do it’s thing. One day we all meet again so it’s just goodbye for now not just goodbye. Hope your doing aswell as can be given the circumstances 🙏🏻💙

[@newmoon8582]

May he Rest In Peace.......I’m so sorry.....yet thankful for the music that

[@haileychalupa2988]

To anyone who is reading this comment and who has recently lost a loved one, I am sorry for your loss, everything will hopefully get better for you and your family.

[@mobmaker0997]

Mad respect

[@haileychalupa2988]

@@mobmaker0997 thanks

[@RBeeMedia]

You're a wonderful person, I hope that you know this. Merry Christmas and happy New Year !

[@haileychalupa2988]

@T F thank you

[@Alexscuotto2312]

Thanks that means a lot and to others

[@igot1i]

When my son was 6, I told him this is a song about a Father and Son talking to each other. It dawned on him that someday he will grow up, move on, and we won't live together anymore. He started crying....made my wife and I cry too. It's like at that moment a sliver of naivete escaped him.

[@crimsoncloud6352]

Yeah same here..i got goosebumps when my dad played it in guitar.. 😢 I'm 28 and I hear him last year play this. And got the message pretty clear.. and it made me sad but it made me respect my dad even more.

[@tongolgabby9158]

A.ammmsmsm

[@vaughanheussenstamm6483]

Im 36 and i still don't like losing my naivety 😢

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@kathymitchell2822]

@@vaughanheussenstamm6483 I'm 51 and still want naivety, lost my parents long time ago

[@marylou6039]

I raised my son alone, because his father is an irresponsible man... I'm in tears and I'm afraid of the day when I leave, when I have to go away, I'm afraid because my son will have no one... Love your children ♥️

[@unakleet2020]

Well your father raise you tough keep it up💗

[@mattiaalborghettirr]

Okay, I don't know why but you're comment make me cry

[@katc5051]

I suspect he'll have a partner then. That would be preferable to him leaving you.

[@calebmurphy9406]

"If they were right, I'd agree. But it's them they know, not me." One of my absolute favourite lyrics of all time.

[@drey8]

"from the moment I could talk, I was ordered to *listen*"

[@scott4zoso1]

Yeah!!! and 'from the moment I could talk I was ordered to listen.' It is not a healthy father and son song. He was saying the father was more important in imparting his own wisdom than he is in listening to his sons dreams and desires and aspirations.

[@leejames6939]

How can I try to explain when I do he turns away again. Always get me every time 😭

[@geekishgir]

@@scott4zoso1 reading the comments and finally someone gets that it is a struggle to be heard, not a healthy father and son song! I had a boyfriend in high school when this was first released who had the same relationship with his father. This song made him weep every time he heard it, as he was being forced to live his father's dreams, and it destroyed him in the end.

[@KingDumuzi666]

Also the part I was searching for as this video gets wrong so thank you

[@cameronaustin6160]

I am age 20 My father passed away nearly 3 weeks ago, at the age of 46 of a very slow suicide attempt (Drugs) or some may know the methadone program, he is my best friend, this song has helped me, some of the lyrics where things he used to say Thanks Cat

[@keithode1737]

As a 32 year old father of two young sons who has had them taken away, I've been suicidal for years. I can only tell you two things: Please don't ever blame him for what he did, he's no longer suffering the effects of whatever drove him to do it. Please do everything you can to spread awareness of men's issues and the fact that the number 1 demographic for suicide is white, straight, middle aged men.

[@svg9101]

I was a senior in high school when this came out. Driving around in a friend's van, getting high and constantly fighting with my parents. This song was a refrain to my anger. Today, it just brings me to tears remembering those angst-filled times and learning that you can learn to love yourself. This was the song of a generation.

[@cwspringfield]

+Susie Atlanta well put.

[@happyjacky52]

+Susie Atlanta I use to fight a lot with my Dad. This song became a battle cry. "I know I have to go away" I ended up hitchhiking from Chicago to Boulder. But ended up in Tucson. Don't you think we were lucky to grow up in the late 60's ?

[@bubcelo5493]

I too was in high school when this came out, I fought with my Italian stubborn father, but I still respected him and now miss him everyday....

[@dylanpolo2163]

Bub Celo 😥

[@ghw1985]

Susie Atlanta i believe it is timeless for every generation, it speaks so loud it brings people together.

[@michaeltriche8218]

I have joined the club of losing my mom, one day before my birthday. 😢 I have listened to this masterpiece many times because it reminds me of the many times that I spoke with my dad, who has been deceased for some time now, concerning situations that were bothering me. Life can be so surreal or difficult at times. Having faith in God is always great to have someone to fall back on, but damn! life can hurt!!

[@jamiemannell4957]

Am I reading this song wrong or is it super comforting? I get the message: “things might suck at the moment and there might be plenty wrong in life, but relax... it’s all gonna work out.”

[@rolandxb3581]

Yeah, that's not what it means. It's about an estranged father and son, the son wanting to leave the home and go (far) away and the father pleading him to stay. "It's not time to make a change", basically "everything you got" here (your dad, home, life) is better than chasing uncertain dreams. The son being almost bitter about his father not listening ("he turns away", "same old story") and always demanding unconditional obedience ("from the time I could talk, I was ordered to listen"), but not being fair or caring ("all the times I cried, all the things I had to keep inside", and "if they were right, I'd agree, but"). It's ironic that the second time the father sings almost exactly the same words as the first time, just to show that he really doesn't listen to what his son is saying.

[@henrycomputer1403]

@- that's true.

[@scaf5363]

Everyone can interpret music how they want :)

[@kathymitchell2822]

For every different person, You will have your own feelings about this Song... Nobody should tell you that your wrong about how It Makes YOU Feel!

[@frogdog8124]

You can’t read it wrong. Interpret it however you want!

[@jezrielardina7528]

when I'm down or depressed, this song reminds me the beauty of life. though i don't have a father who's always there for me. however this song brings peace into my heart and mind. thumbs up!

[@reymundbesame4060]

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[@jonathans6171]

anyone else listening to this while crying?

[@MrLouis-of3yl]

always

[@Alexscuotto2312]

Of course

[@neilbracht1819]

A lot

[@aiarts5546]

You got me hahaha

[@mobmaker0997]

No

[@Ribeyebob1873]

I have had advanced cancer since 2018 with a couple returns (biochemical recurrence) and am now undergoing daily oral chemo. I am 68. What a journey but that is not the point. My son sent me this song a couple months ago as I am in the process of getting all of my affairs in order and this song really moved me…coming from him. I am so sincerely grateful for the relationship we now share. Despite differences and difficulties we have experienced in his younger years there is and can be such a bond between a father and son when they are now both men. How special is a father and son’s relationship! A song I sent him by Anthem lights “Father and Son” shares my most innermost soul and reflections. I love him dearly and am so proud of the man he has become. ☕️❤️💝

[@Yoboyambassador]

A year before my 30’s. This song is even more meaningful now. I know time comes, I have to go.

[@dylanaiello645]

I just think of the end of Gaurdians of the Galaxy when I hear this 😖

[@mybackithurts7792]

@@dylanaiello645 I too am cursed with knowledge

[@billbill9392]

turned 29 today know the feeling

[@1190CB]

I'm a year ahead of you chump! 30 ain't so bad...lol

[@garniful]

1990/12/6

[@lindahammerton3712]

This song was dedicated to my husband of 44 years , from our son , in church on the day of his funeral , will always love this song 💙💙💙💙

[@floydieish]

IRONIC! Seems like a while back...I was singing this for my father. Now I'm singing this for my son! Time really flies fast...that sentimental fools like me can't catch up!

[@kevinsnow6639]

Listening to this song this morning, 4 years after my father passed after struggling with Alzheimer's. I think about the GOOD advise he gave me, and I ignored, but more that I wasn't there when he left to join my mom in heaven and I never got to say "I love you" before he gave up. Maybe when its my time to go my son can find it in his heart to forgive me for my bad decisions???

[@rielponce6563]

i cried when i heard this song again on the guardians of the galaxy movie. miss my father so much it hurts so bad :(

[@crispycade4444]

Riel Ponce I did too

[@cristinajavier8078]

Riel Ponce GLAD I wasn't the only one to do that.

[@jeremypolii9652]

@@rielponce6563 me too :'(

[@zoi6314]

Matthew 19:26 - With God all things are possible.❤️

[@AlfredoOlanzapin]

Please wake me up in the dream call my mom Rebecca juco and aljon juco my angel Nicole juco I love you

[@AlfredoOlanzapin]

Please wake me up in the dream call my mom Rebecca juco and aljon juco my angel Nicole juco I love you

[@lfc1661]

*Everyone who searched this up, and didn’t got recommended are legends*

[@orionking1061]

:)

[@N0thing6969]

Love you 😍

[@Abdul-gp4yz]

:)

[@gonnahurtyou6003]

yeah, father died today. He asked me to play this song

[@lederp7151]

I only did it because of Guardians of the Galaxy 2

[@swastikpattnaik6444]

Just finished Ted Lasso finale , revisiting this song …. So beautiful 🥹 Will miss Ted Lasso

[@anasibenishaqi1092]

Who listining to this song in 2024!😢

[@samanthatyler6294]

Me i do, i think about my father any time I listen to this song

[@junetnunukankaltara6347]

I am

[@MeriemMehhal]

Me❤

[@asmaje9486]

Me

[@karongoodine3288]

Me

[@graemefoster24]

A timeless classic. It's hard to move on, especially when you must leave behind so many things in order to grow and experience the new. It's never good timing. "I know, I have to go away."

[@hughabitat7285]

This is the most emotional song I’ve ever heard. I don’t know how many times I cried over this song.

[@kikru5542]

I am sure this song hits the hardest when you have recently lost your father or father figure.

[@kristiandeanmongis5924]

yes. just recently lost my dad on Christmas day 🥺

[@Alexscuotto2312]

Yeah also hits hard because me and my dad would play this song together, it was his favourite song

[@louiemariprades6120]

i never got so see my father alive tho

[@elgebar7337]

@@louiemariprades6120 Same 😀

[@amidassouli8669]

A great song but « going away » here never meant for me suicide or separation between father and son, it was just a reference for conflict of generation in ideas

[@yasminfazly3235]

This is my dear husband's favourite song & his favourite singer !! We lost him 2 years back ! This song implies on my son who often sings.

[@CompetishunFanOfficialChannel]

Lots of love. Take care.

[@thegreyarea-WPP]

I've been performing gigs for more than half my life with family almost never being a part of my life. I thought I'd play along and sing along to the son parts of this just to practice it this morning. I got to the last verse and burst into tears. Lesson learned here, I won't be doing this one live. Knowing I had to walk away was a hard thing and it seems even at 36 I'm not emotionally ready enough to take on this song, though it means so much to me and I wish I could.

[@maryknight4823]

I met him once back in the 70s, when he came in the pharmacy l was working in. We chatted and l recall he was a quietish and unassuming guy very nice natured. This is probably one of my favourites of his. He was a much underrated talent in my opinion.............

[@olivertew4642]

"You look like Mary poppins" "Is he cool?" "Heck yeah he's cool"

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@asyiksundani9127]

The strain between father and son will always there. Sometimes i feel my father was too hard to me but in the same time i felt he gave me the most love from all my brothers... When he was gone there is nothing but love and miss him so much.

[@zoi6314]

Ephesians 3:20- God is going to give you more than you asked for.

[@regaladocgo5945]

today my father died because of covid 19 i already missed him :( pa where ever you are right now i hope you are ok and happy i love you so much pa and forgive me for being stupid sometimes your the best father i have i love you so much papa boygo

[@annapirgarousi7673]

You poor thing 😟😟I'm really sorry to hear that I hope he rest in peace and always have him inside your heart ♥

[@regaladocgo5945]

@@annapirgarousi7673 Thank you yes he will always in my heart thank you so much i wish the best for you and keep safe :(

[@annapirgarousi7673]

@@regaladocgo5945 I wish the same for you too stay strong we are all by your side

[@regaladocgo5945]

@@annapirgarousi7673 Thank you

[@annapirgarousi7673]

@@regaladocgo5945 no problem 😉

[@NikiSaraswati]

yes, you are correct. the more we get older, there is peace. it's nothing to do with the dreams gone or dreams unfulfilled. the only dream we can think of is finding peace of mind amidst the chaos of greed around the world.

[@brunnowolf8151]

It is been so long I don't read such wise words in a post. congratulations!

[@NikiSaraswati]

Thank you Bruno. Desires are endless. We can only fulfill which is within our reach.

[@coredadventure1]

that's a VERY limited belief system

[@NikiSaraswati]

I've been there, believing polytheism, monotheism, self "I Am" (Vedanta), then Zero-Point Energy. What is within my reach is Zero-Point Energy, I never have regret of what I don't have.

[@joeldecoster8816]

and to realize we are all guilty., The hypocrisy .the lies, the shame and the regret, with all good intentions, the same old story, love always prevails., but most usually ends in tragedy and sorrow,loneliness and pain.

[@KP-xf3vi]

i lost my dad in december. we listened to this song for a long time before that happened but it had unspoken meaning that we couldnt put into words. we had a very complicated realtionship but i think we loved eachother. i miss my father.

[@thomasjusinski7286]

I remember listening to this with my father, who passed away in 2000. And it was one of our favorite song, I have three sons now who are grown men, and I am 59 years old, it's just so funny how quickly life goes by. This is a beautiful song.

[@narcoticlemon6079]

My favorite Grandfather died few days ago. Cause of heart failure. I remembered we sing together this song before. "Its hard but, its harder to ignore it." We are always take a time for us. We are loved listening old song and jazz, while telling the old stories abt us. I can't still believe that he is gone. I know he is happy now with my father (his son) I will always loved you Lolo Vhert. I will never ever forget you even i die someday. You're the best Grandfather at all time for me. I am proud thay you exist, i am proud for all you have done. Kudos Grandpa i love you so much. I remembered also when we're singing tears in heaven together. "Would you know my name if i saw you in heaven. It would be the same if i saw you in heaven." I loveyou, mahal na mahal kita. I wish you're happy wherever you are right now. I love you, i wish you still know me in heaven if the time comes i died. I love you you're the best of the best Lolo Vhert. I will still chase my dream for u and for our family. I love you, you're the best grandpa for me. I will never ever forget your advice. ~Dadoy/Denver/Baldo/Openg/Lemon

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@timemerson26]

I said Goodbye to my Dad Yesterday. I remember he really loved Cat Stevens music; he introduced me to it when I was a kid. He was sick most of his life and survived most everything known to man. He was the boldest person I have ever met. I am inspired to live life to the fullest because of people like him.

[@reymundbesame4060]

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[@raab2k145]

I still have my dad, thankfully..

[@steppewolf6617]

call him him everyday! My dad has been battling cancer for 9 years! I am doing my best! But recently I found out that I have a cancer too! Fuck! I have to leave him him behind that I could get my surgery ! my Dad had 6 surgeries! I am only child! I am not sure if my dad will be alive when I am back from abroad! about 2 months I will be away! I wanna see my kids getting married! I wanna see my grand kids! I am not poor! Worked my butt off to make my life sustainable! Well ! peace!

[@funnyclipsAll]

@@steppewolf6617 everything be ok,buddy get well soon

[@Plagolago64]

@@steppewolf6617 you better now or- also how’s your dad

[@rustyspoon2159]

@@steppewolf6617 hope your good man if you can reply so we know your good

[@SaurabhOtwal]

I wish I could say the same thing as you

[@bandofbrothers5860]

I knew I was never ready to lose my Dad. I'm 25 and just lost him right in the beginning of 2023. Nothing and nobody can ever prepare you for that. Took me nearly 3 weeks to be ready to come back to this song.

[@jasonjohnson6344]

I’m an old man. Lost mine long ago. It hit me hardest the first time a question popped into my mind and I went to call…as I was reaching for the phone I realized that, that opportunity had gone forever. Remember the good, forgive the bad and when the time comes, be the kind of father your dad would want you to be. 🙏✌️

[@bandofbrothers5860]

@@jasonjohnson6344 thanks man.. a really good advise!💯

[@ednicksantos5431]

I feel you bro, of all the songs that my dad try. This one is the most identical to his voice. Last January 25 2023 he can sing it endlessly. Same Feeling brother - Were ready but not. Godbless always

[@jacobbutler3455]

My son was born March this year, through the lock down and the coronavirus, I was pushed out by the mother....I don't know his name, or even seen a picture. I miss him so much and just wish I could see him....I love him with all my heart, makes me cry every day knowing he's there without a dad 😪😪💙

[@alantaylor283]

Get legal help fathers have rights too

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@gladysjoyaquino5531]

so sad 😥

[@liamwilkinson4433]

i sing this to my child every night just like my dad did for me the feelings i get from this song are so strong

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@teddyiteddy7858]

I'm 15 and my dad is still alive he always plays this song and when it's the part of the song where it says I have to go he says it too and it hurts me so I just tell him I gtg go do some stuff go to my room and start crying because I can't think of the day he'll leave me and my mom and brothers

[@teddyiteddy7858]

I hope I die before the day one of my family members die

[@carlossmith7043]

@@teddyiteddy7858 Hey, Ted, i used to think exactly the same when i was at your age. Must confess sometimes i still do. But i'm about 40 now, and so many things changes, our thoughts get deeper 'cuz we saw so many at this crazy world. After we lost my syster to the cancer i saw how destructive can be for parents to bury a son/daughter, it's against nature. They died inside with her, they became other persons, well we all did at last... She left on Christmas morning, and all the family died a little that day. Changed everything to us forever. We all would give anything to get her back. Since that day i changed my stance, before i was inconsequential, bully, fearless, now i keep myself out of trouble, trying to care them the best i can, holding myself up and strong, for them. They couldn't hang another tragedy. Think well, God bless you, and your family, kiddo.

[@timtheconjurer]

You are doing parenting right.

[@christyweber2612]

“- T'Chaka: What is wrong, my son? - T'Challa: I am not ready, Baba. - T'Chaka: Have you not prepared to be king your whole life? Have you not trained and studied, been by my side? - T'Challa: That is not what I am talking about. I am not ready to be without you. - T'Chaka: A man who has not prepared his children for his own death has failed as a father. Have I ever failed you? - T'Challa: Never.” - Black panther

[@connormackey5249]

This song means hope. I had a strained relationship with my dad , his problems and mine. We came together 6 months before he passed. Thanks dad for everything ❤️

[@emmandeguzman3529]

Everybody's crying to this song because of their late father. But i am just listening know nothing about the feeling of having a father

[@aaronbrockamp6594]

My dad was a hell of a guy, raised us as best he could before the drink took him, i just wish I could have saved him from that plunge.

[@lloyd3879]

I listened to this song when i miss my father. He died in 2018 of heart attack. I know he's happy now in heaven. ♥️

[@siazee5006]

I lost my dad in the same year ... 😓

[@luja1]

I'm 22 years old, just heard the song for the first time. I also read a lot of comments of people who lost their father. I cried a lot, i'm very happy that my parents (and brother) are still alive and i love them so much. Sometimes you just have to realise something.

[@prod.cattacartier]

You re lucky. Always remember that u realize what u loss after u lose it. I love my father so much and i miss him even more

[@gentilgedeon4260]

wise guy there!

[@shannoncheney8155]

I’m here because of my Dad. This was the first album he had ever bought and meant something to him. On occasion we bonded over listening to Cat Stevens. He’d sing me this song with a little tear in his eye. Didn’t understand it much then but as time has worn on the meaning digs a little deeper.

[@EmLuvzMuzic]

How could someone dislike this song? It has such meaning and soul behind it. I utterly love this song.

[@humansgivemeasplittingheadache]

I miss my dad and his advice.May he rest in peace.

[@reyg-dj1005]

rest in peace

[@bigdaddy0941]

Allah bless your family and ur father

[@albmora2403]

I´M FROM VENEZUELA AND I MISS MY DADDY SO MUCH....GREETINGSS

[@walid.nightelf]

I miss dad and he inspired me in all steps.... May Allah give him heaven

[@albmora2403]

wao greeting excelletn feelligs

[@fransdelacruz9148]

My father died today. This was one of his favorite song. Hearing this song will tear me up everytime from today till the day I die.

[@yazanalamin3827]

my condolences

[@stephenjohn2131]

I find myself looking for this song today. My father used to listen to this song alot when he was well, to remember his father well. He got a heart surgery very lately and we all hope and pray that he recovers, he's a strong hearted man and we all expect things to turn out good. We wish this never happened, but on the brighter side it brought the family together again. It's been years since we were that close. Love your father while you still can and my heart goes out to those who loss their father or father figure. Bless your hearts!

[@ronijohnson8590]

My dear life long friend who is recently fighting pancreatic cancer for 3 months just sent this to me. He has had and having such a big struggle with his grown son. (early 20's) teaching him all he has wanted to, to make sure that even if he lived he would have been and done all for his son. He also sent me a text today, "i'm not doing well" I have not been able to reach him yet,,,,,If the song just wasn't enough to break me, his message surely has doubled that. In tears.....oh how I have not ever wanted this a reality. My own brother, a son too, passed 2 wks ago today.

[@richardwolf7696]

I’m crying at this song cause even tho my dads still alive he’s been hospitalized 3 times last year and won’t stop smoking, ik he doesn’t have much time left, he’s not even 50 man

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@myname1566]

I lost my father 10 years ago. Im already 23 turning to 24. Now that im old enough, it hurts, to realise that, there's a lot of things i haven't done with him that i wanted to experience. Like, introduce him my girlfriend, asking some love advice, ride with him cause he has a motorbike and i just got mine, talk about stuffs that we both like, drink some alcohol together, talk to him about work, asking him more how to be a better person, see his grandchildren in the future... There's a lot of things that i want to do. I can't get over it. He's a dedicated father. And has a lot of sense of humour. God i miss him❤️

[@vincelife6115]

God has a new angel, your dad. Bless you all the rest of your life.

[@myname1566]

@@vincelife6115 thank you.. may god bless you too

[@TheEvilMeh]

My grandfather just died and this song describes him very well,I'm a grown man now I just found a job and settling down is one of my primary objectives.

[@reymundbesame4060]

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[@PeggyGallagher-y5p]

The torture of childhood at times... "from the moment I could talk, I was ordered to listen... Such wisdom!🙏

[@mercock1]

I'm 25, and luckly my father stills around, but, i don't know why, just thinking about losing him makes me incredible sad. It's one of the few things in this world that makes me this emocional. I'm so not ready. I love you dad, thanks for everything you've done for me, I won't be able to give you back even a tiny fraction of it...

[@alvarocortez1919]

for all of us who Lost our Pops, please tomorrow go hug him.

[@noelgibson5956]

Cheer up. I'm 55. My father is still here........and can be a nuisance occasionally! 👋🤠

[@Bastesbadassdad]

My father died in chirstmas day last 2016. We got an argument and I don't even have the balls to say sorry to what I've said to him the night before he died. I went back to my flat coz I hate want dramas and little did I know that it was his last day in this temporary world. The day after, my mother called saying that my father was having difficulties breathing which eventually results to his death due to cardiac arrest. I will forever carry this conscience deep inside me praying that my dad will forgive me for I am a terrible son. Wherever you are now dad, you will forever be missed. I am hoping that through prayers you'll feel that I love you so much. Christmas will never be the same without you dad.

[@virtuaguyverify]

That's life. You don't realize what you have, until it's gone.

[@mobmaker0997]

I'm very sorry

[@aliyafichtner8843]

I’m so sorry

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@rickynuena6943]

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[@AsleepThought72]

My father passed away very recently and when this song came on in the movie, I couldn't help myself but lose control. I miss my father so much. Playing video games every night and drinking with him since I'm across the country, I'm 21 years old and to have my dad pass away suddenly and unexpectedly at 41, it he really messed me up. But this song...this song makes it easier for some reason. he used to sing me this song whenever I was home and now I know why. Love you pops 4-1-17

[@javiercarrillo6048]

Peace and love

[@911TRAVELER]

I was 15 when my dad died, he was 51. I feel for you. Nobody can really appreciate or understand the depth of that loss. Peace and love and wishing you a long healthy happy life.

[@live.love.9234]

i hope you found your peace now.

[@hazmimosafeer286]

❤

[@udontknow5282]

Much love bro your dad is proud of you man

[@andygarron3291]

Lost my dad when I was 13. I'm 70. Not a day I don't miss him. My sons have distanced themselves from their mother and I. Just discovered this song. Sending it to them with pictures of us in a video. Hope it works😢❤

[@jmclkcsgc]

My son is 18 and on his way to college. This song cuts deep. So powerful.

[@003_kusarigama5]

This hits hard as today marks 5 years since i lost my dad

[@jefsomar1534]

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[@aname2513]

My dad left and his life was taken over by drugs, he always goes to jail every 5 months after he gets out but the next time he gets arrested he'll probably get life, im gonna miss seeing my dad

[@kathymitchell2822]

{{{{Virtual Hugs}}}} lost my Dad when I was 14.. I'm 51now and still miss him & All my Family that Had to go away.. 💔

[@casper6741]

@@kathymitchell2822 amen to that, I lost my grandfather when I was 19 and he was my dad because my father was too busy chasing women and getting high. I'm 30 and it doesn't get easier. My thoughts heart and prayers go out to all of you.

[@pileofsticksingermany1993]

Lost my father a month after I had turned 16 it’s a long time ago now, but the memories as fresh as the day I lost him. Enjoyed listening to this song in the evenings on the boat when I was in the navy. Was easier to fall asleep when you didn’t have to hear the other guys in the room. Moved out and lived alone since 17 studied elecric engineering for 3 years and specialised in ships went into the navy at 20 got out at 23 that’s some of my story but I’m not here to write a biography.

[@savassizbaris]

Cat Stevens: Find a girl, settle down. If you want you can marry. Look at me, I am old but I'm happy. Adele - Someone like you: I heard that you're settled down, that you found a girl and you're married now. really perfect.

[@suryanitan6506]

savassizbaris 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Ryubergancia24]

Nice

[@Jammythewerewolf]

@@user-gl3zw6el8i Yep. Slurs every word, and all her songs are the same and weirdly passive aggressive.

[@rickynuena6943]

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[@carlaharker9081]

Dear God, please bless Cat Stevens in Jesus name. John 3:16. You blessed me so many times when I stood up mostly to my mother. She wanted me to go to a private girls college in Atlanta. I wanted to go to a public engineering college in Atlanta mostly all guys at the time. I won. After college, I got a job up north. My mother said you’re going to hate it. I remember telling her, well I’m doing it. I did hate i but I learned a lot before I moved back to the South. Well, I am now old but happy. I have no idea how many times I listened to this song when I was young. Thank you.

[@francescotroncone2277]

And here we are, this song always brings me to tears. Thank you dad for every little thing you've done and do for me every day❤

[@juanlaron5103]

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[@dougg2012]

This makes me think of my (still alive) father. He’s not only my dad, but my best friend. And that’s all I came here to say. I love you, Dad.

[@CompetishunFanOfficialChannel]

I love how there are so many recent comments on here. Lots of love to yall.

[@jefsomar1534]

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[@elyaslias3143]

Thank bro

[@jefsomar1534]

@@elyaslias3143 thanks for watching my.idol

[@elyaslias3143]

@@jefsomar1534 you welcome

[@Plagolago64]

This reminds me of “You look like marry poppins” “Is he cool” “HELL YA he’s cool” “IM MARRY POPPINS Y’ALL”

[@shawnshawn588]

I just watched the finale of "Ted Lasso", and they played this song at the end! I haven't heard it in years and it was absolutely perfect in that episode.

[@craigfolgers6717]

This song reminds me of why I left. When I learned how to talk, I was ordered to listen. I love my dad and family. However, their wills to push me to do what they want drove me away. I cry each time I hear the "I have to go away" part. It doesn't sound like a wanting to go away, but a necessity and that just breaks my heart.

[@ibberman]

At 68 I still cry every time I hear this song, my dad is long gone and never once in my life did he ever give me any advise or tell me he loved me or that I was a good enough son. And oh how I tried.

[@henrywojewodzic8979]

Same here. We do the best we can,, finally, I’m ok with that. I hope, some day, you feel the same.

[@ibberman]

@@henrywojewodzic8979 Thank you my friend. We do the best we can, but a song like this is like a trigger.

[@thestoolsample9475]

I feel very confident in saying that you were a good son to him

[@henrywojewodzic8979]

@@thestoolsample9475 well said. Very well said

[@ibberman]

@@thestoolsample9475 😊

[@apohlkylegalisimpalisoc5657]

I miss my father, who just died this year at March 24,2022. My grandfather died at July 07,2021. The pain was still here, it will live freely here on my heart. They left, but the love still remain. I love you both so much, watch us from above my papa's.

[@lewismurphy8217]

My Dad had never given me any music when I was younger, he gave me this one evening on CD. That night he passed away. It crushes me hearing this song.

[@stg_dankeboi1339]

i haven't cried this hard in years, Im never gonna be ready for losing my father, I don't ever show him how much I appreciate him but its so hard to, I try my best, and I love him to death and this song makes me want to give him the world, I love that man more than words can explain

[@lucyarias3232]

Siempre que escucho está cancion no puedo evitarlo, siempre lloro. recuerdo a mi padre. Y por mis hijos que ya son padres y que también tienen hijos que empiezan a crecer.

[@stg_dankeboi1339]

@@lucyarias3232 me no habla espanõl

[@nathanriordan9122]

I felt this. Made my heart hurt

[@lucyarias3232]

@@stg_dankeboi1339 I love this song i for My father and my sons that they're fathers no I hope You know what I mean.I learn some English at high shcool abaut 55 years ago.Now I'm 68. The music don't have (idioma) lenguge. Greetins. Saludos.

[@zlavee9545]

I am 23 years old and lost my father one year ago. Just show him that love and how much you appreciate him before it's too late man.

[@redozmasoma]

"He didn't fail us captain..." "No he didn't..." :(

[@murphybruning2503]

Red Guy yondu is in infinity war

[@NightmareZerogbs]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! :'( Nice touch not mentioning anything else :)

[@arturoreyestolentino8632]

;'(

[@francinecunanan4901]

:'(

[@netmorksevolve154]

the best part of GOG 2..

[@jasperbutuagan2099]

If your dad is still alive, cherish the moments man. You never know when he will not come back anymore. Trust me. When he was still here I despised him but now regrets are hunting me because even though I had moments I never said I love you nor I'm sorry in front of him. That was my biggest mistake in my life and I want to let everybody know that if you have some time talk to your loved ones and tell whatever you want to say. Regrets will hunt you if its too late.

[@edgreen8140]

To my daughter change the words. Father and dsughter. I keep a lot inside. "I was once were you are now". Thank you for being in my life. We will have a lot more fun in years to come. Sometimes you need to laugh - its good medicine- you have learned that. Love dad

[@martincorbett569]

As a young man my father would play this song with his guitar and I loved it, assuming it was about his pops! Now that’s he not here I realize how much I miss him singing and playing this good music! RIP Big Marty and happy birthday! Til we meet again, love forever ur Son!!

[@lucyannanixon7714]

OH FATHER'S IN HEAVEN ABOVE..PLEASE KEEP OUR SON AND DAUGHTER'S SAFE IN THEIR HOME 🏡 TONIGHT

[@beans9078]

My only and earliest memory of my grandfather was of him singing this song to me. He’s not here now, but this song is very comforting. Thanks Cat Stevens for this masterpiece

[@instrumentalmusic5744]

The lyrcs of this song was once always quoted as an advice of our mentor pastor when i was in bible college, now im in 30's and this song becomes more meaningful.

[@jadeabao4581]

my dad used to sing this before when he was still alive i didnt get the message quite well but now that i have a son i fuckin cry everytime i hear this song i remember my dad and the way he sings this song

[@demonicangel3547]

jade abao same.........

[@TotallyNotAlpharius40]

I am sorry

[@TaraGalaPH]

Me too.. :(

[@JhunAstillero]

Same :’)

[@juanlaron5103]

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[@mattrohwer7855]

Dad passed away 13 years ago today. Can't not tear up any time hear this.

[@garymalpeli1983]

“It’s not about me. It never was.” - Ted Lasso

[@rowansmith320]

This song will still be poignant and relevant in 1000 years from now. Simply SUPERB, bravo my fellow Human.

[@marieblue]

“Father and Son” (1970), one of Cat Stevens’ best compositions, was initially intended as a duet for a stage musical that never materialized. A conversation, a dialogue, an argument* masterfully performed by Cat Stevens portraying distinctively both characters : the father in a deeper register, the son in a higher one. The producers of “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) wished to borrow “Father and Son” for the film, but the author denied them the opportunity. As a matter of fact, much of the plot of the movie was based on the song, so the whole script had to be rewritten. David Bowie’s “Nature Boy” was used instead. Though it seems to be autobiographical, the piece is not, for the most part, claimed Cat Stevens. In 2007, the singer-songwriter re-recorded the hit under his new name (since 1978), Yusuf Islam. No wonder “Father and Son” became so popular : the topic is fundamentally relatable, universal and timeless, isn’t it? ❤️ 🌎 ❤️ * If each concerned father could recall his own past as a son himself, MANKIND would be better off.

[@teresitaguevarra5611]

I listen to this song every single day since my father passed away. He died just recently (Dec 26,2021) he is such a wonderful human ❤ and I love him beyond words

[@rydndrtyllama]

Love and condolences, love forgive be gentle and give yourself time. Reading others comments helps know you are not alone. my dad passed four years and hearing this song, like others, triggered me.

[@TheNightWatcher1385]

This is my father’s favorite song, as it reminds him of his own father, who was taken too early by cancer. We would always play it in the evening, especially when on long road trips. I know it’ll remind me of him when the day comes that he’s gone too.

[@CompetishunFanOfficialChannel]

[@pabloemilioescobargaviria4221]

That’s kinda gae

[@TheNightWatcher1385]

@I Trigger People For Fun I hate cancer. It’s stolen so many potential memories from me and my family by taking our loved ones from us.

[@robertmepham2457]

This is the only song I’ve ever listened to that’s made me cry, and it quite literally brings me to tears every time. Whenever I feel I’m at the bottom I come here, and it’s helped every time