First Time Hearing Johnny Cash Hurt Reaction Video - WOW, A SONG THAT COULD MAKE A GROWN MAN CRY 😢

[@ChristianSchneider-v3r]

don't be ashamed of your tears, thats the highest respect you can give to this legendary singer

[@timradde4328]

If someone doesn't cry at this then they have no feelings at all.

[@jimnfl7134]

@@timradde4328 I have at least 6 or 7 times especially when his own wife is in the video too: June Carter.

[@pacouch]

I'm a grown ass man that doesn't cry very often but I cried when I first heard this as well.

[@MrTech226]

Sad thing is that one of his children, Roseanne Cash asked her father, "is he saying goodbye?" Johnny replied, "yes"

[@EricStegemoller-kl8wm]

Before my grandpa died he said this is the last time i put my boots on. He died the next day.

[@nouelafendi7997]

Little baby Roseanne was in the video 😊

[@matthewmairu5017]

Champion.

[@gabrielstratton1775]

My 89 year old grandmother asked for a priest so she could get her last rights. The local catholic parish didn't have anyone to spare so they sent a cardinal to give her her last rights at 7pm on a Sunday in July. She didn't get up for breakfast... some people just know when they have completed their journey on this plane, and in that moment they are the lucky ones as they have that sense of finality to their journey. My uncle was present at the event and says to this day that she was never more calm or peaceful that he can remember than she was that night

[@Preciouspink]

Johnny Cash wrote songs and made money, and his work often played on emotions to connect with listeners.This song and video were clearly crafted to tug at heartstrings,he was overacted and making the effort to produce a commercial product. The song is as much a tribute to his ego as it is to commercialism. It’s well-designed to deliver a gut-punch of emotion, and the fact that we invest in it emotionally is exactly what the hook is meant to do. Those at the top, like Cash, know how to manipulate our need for meaning and connection. This human tendency, which likely helped us in our evolutionary past, can easily be exploited for profit.

[@rickwelch8464]

Originally done by Nine Inch Nails and written by Trent Reznor, this was a metal groove. Cash adopted it and made it very sad and somber and killed it! His wife (in the video) died very shortly after this. He passed not long after, and it seems he knew he would. Reznor has since said that the song belongs to Johnny now.

[@ElizasGrammy]

A friend of mine, a cast member from Hee Haw, asked him at June's funeral how he was doing and he said, "Honey, I'll be dead in six months." He made it to four. 😞

[@jameshelm2847]

Reznor wasn't too impressed until he saw the music video, and then said it was Cash's from that point on.

[@caretaker158]

The look on June's face as she watches him..... gets me every time.

[@Arkryal]

Yeah, it's amazing how just the tone of his voice changes the entire meaning of the song. Originally about drug addiction... "The needle tears a hole, the old, familiar sting". A song about drugs slowly taking a life, long before it's time. But in Cash's version, you assume it's medication, and the tragedy of the needle keeping someone alive beyond their time. A complete reversal of the meaning without changing any lyrics. There aren't many artists who can do that.

[@aazo5]

I wouldn't necessarily call the original a "metal groove". It' was definitely also sad and somber

[@bigjoe330]

Men seem to cry more than women to this song. Very powerful.

[@Preciouspink]

Generally,when you see men crying they have been taking SSRI’s . No statistical analysis.but this has been observation as a 62 year old.I have been on Selective serotonin Re-uptake inhibitors For 28 years. A relief mechanism activates allowing an emotional release and reset much like an estrogen rich person. I haven’t noticed crying in my trans girlfriends however they seem remarkably poised despite society’ pressure on them for binary representation closer to gender/sex AMAB.

[@danettecrossley7912]

We all cry over this video I remember his history God bless

[@adamdunbar8260]

One of the saddest images is the shattered Columbia framed album. Johnny put Columbia on the map and made them millions. They dropped them without notice in the 80's and Johnny never forgave them for it. Thank God for Rick Rubin, genius, who knew what Cash could bring to the table and was still powerful and relevant as an artist. Plus Johnny's FU attitude was perfect for Rubin's label American Recordings

[@evanirvana500]

This was Johnny's goodbye and he admitted thst before he passed. Trent who wrote it said this song belonged to Johnny now. Trents version was about addiction and was excellent. But this version is superior because it strikes a chord with everyone. Not every person deals with addiction, but everyone will have to deal with the end of life and facing their life choices and regrets. We do lose everyone, we all will because that final journey we have to take alone. The final line is the most emotional I think. If he could go back and keep himself. Thats the biggest lesson. To achieve fame Johnny had to lose himself and become what the label and his fans wanted. This lead to addictions, crime, driving people away.... so don't burn your bridges and keep those you love and treasure then, keep true to yourself, because life is short and all the fame and money won't save you. The only thing you have is your heart, soul integrity. Don't give thst up.

[@docnflossie7351]

Tremendous summation!

[@Gutslinger]

When and where did he admit that? I see a lot of people claim that, but I'd like to see the story from that.

[@jacobluttrell1931]

@@Gutslinger It felt like a warm hug. I have goosebumps right now thinking about it. "Having Johnny Cash, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, want to cover your song, that's something that matters to me. It's not so much what other people think but the fact that this guy felt that it was worthy of interpreting. That’s how he described it so it’s not far fetched for him to say it belonged to Johnny

[@evanirvana500]

@@Gutslinger to be honest I have no idea. I know supposedly he was supposed to have told his daughter that. There was an interview after his death and she said when she first heard the song when he first showed it to her she had a really hard time with it because it was so clearly a goodbye. His health was really bad at that point, he was mostly blind and in a wheelchair. Her mother June would have died very shortly after the release of the song and of course Johnny himself within months of her death. Also reportedly when the scene was at the end when he closed the piano that was the last time he ever played the piano, and if you notice when he closed it it seems like a very conscious thing that he did. Either which way we all know it was his goodbye.

[@finallife87]

@@Gutslinger did you not listen to the song he was singing...he 100 percent admitted to that fact.

[@ednafenton7558]

YES, this hit us, the fans, VERY hard the 1st time we saw it. We all knew he was telling us "goodbye". If you're wondering, the picture hanging on the wall is Johnny's mother. When his wife June died, many think Johnny died not long after from a broken heart. He missed June so much.

[@ignaciogalvan1732]

They were young together

[@nanayoung3932]

Johnny had a first wife. .The mother of his daughters

[@b1blancer1]

He defined his life as before June and after June. She saved his life, and he knew it.

[@jennywren7822]

He was only 71 years old, he died within the next year, he looks so old, much older than he was. I remember him in his prime, some flashbacks, it always makes me cry 😢

[@jimnfl7134]

my dad could not listen to this song once he heard the lyrics: Everyone I know, goes away in the end.

[@clasmaster1471]

Bro I’m probably older than you are and definitely a grown ass man and I cry every time I watch A reaction to this video. I think we can all connect to this song because we’ve all dealt with pain and hurt and lost in fear in our lives and you get to the point where Johnny was and you realize none of that stuff that you spent your life doing really matters none of the awards or gold records helps you feel better when you’ve lost all your loved ones and you’re sick yourself. The only thing that is important at that point is your relationship with God your friends and your family the rest of it is just an empire of dirt. Ashes to ashes dust to dust. RIP Johnny Cash

[@duke2651]

This was Johnny's epitaph and I think that is exactly what he wanted it to be, a truthful tribute to his life, a life he knew would soon take the most mysterious journey of all. Like all hero stories he fell, but persevered to become the hero, and in Johnny's journey...to become the "man in black". R.I.P. Johnny Cash

[@jamesmcmurrin8177]

I remember a cartoon that came out shortly after his death. A cartoon depiction of heaven, and someone is remarking to someone else, "who's the angel in black?"

[@ignaciogalvan1732]

Yes... The man in Black 🖤 June Carter Cash had a very more Rich history in country music but was not acknowledge because she was a country woman😢 but Johnny Cash was a giant his friend Elvis Presley.. who kicked all this off and I am sitting here watching you do his kick-off. Led Zeppelin Eric Clapton Grand funk railroad Stevie Ray Vaughan everybody. Rolling stones Randy rhoads Ozzy Osbourne Black Sabbath Elvis kicked this off. Johnny Cash was his friend and now Lisa Marie is gone too. June Carter had a beautiful long black hair. Down to her knees. And had a playful way of singing with Johnny. She had some type of harp that you would play. It would sit on her lap or she would play it by her heart. She watched over him as long as she could. And you could see the distress 9:56 on her face as she looked over him. Because physically she would not be able to look after him anymore😢

[@christianmattison6096]

Speaking as an old man in the winter of my life I can say Johnny sings the common song for us all. as we get closer to the horizon of our lives we can look back and see the times we chased after selfish dreams and fought old dragons at the expense of the goodness in other's lives, as well as our own. So many of the things we were proud of when young, now fill us with deep pain and regret. It is a song of warning to all the young to get your priorities straight early in life. Love your reaction kids - you often make me feel young again!

[@1955dmb]

Very, very well said.

[@dagmar.6954]

This song was originally written & performed by "Nine Inch Nails". It was written about drugs & depression. But Johnny Cash's version is considered the best. His version is more about regret for past mistakes in life & realizing material things & fame mean nothing in the end. When the video was filmed in February 2003, Cash was 71 years old & had serious health problems. His frailty is clearly evident in the video. He died seven months later, on September 12 & his wife, June Carter Cash, who is shown gazing at her husband in two sequences of the video, had died on May 15 of the same year.

[@williamsarnecky2229]

I don’t know . . . Kermit the Frog’s version is pretty bad ass too. 😉

[@user-kg7co9vi5r]

Johnny was known and respected across genres. Many other artists list him as an inspiration. The story of his first meeting with Bob Dylan is a classic.

[@ffjsb]

Many genres is right. He's in the Nashville Songwriter's Hall of Fame, Country Music Hall of Fame, Rockabilly Hall of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Gospel Hall of Fame, and Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Until Dolly Parton was inducted, he was the only singer in both the Country Music and Rock and Roll Hall of Fames.

[@ffjsb]

@@MariaMaria-yl9br That's right, forgot about Elvis.

[@marvinpetty731]

Trent wrote this song, but after Jonny did it, he said it was his song now !

[@sylviamc56]

Great reaction! Your tears show your humanity. JC struggled with addiction throughout his life. I think a lot of those struggles were because of his brother dying in an accident while working. JC blamed himself for his brothers death. His wife, June Carter Cash is the woman on the stairs watching him record this song. She passed away May 15, 2003, Johnny passed away Sept. 12 2003. JC did a few concerts for prisons that were put on vinyl. Iconic stuff back in the day. He did spend some time in prison himself.

[@kimking6036]

Johnny's daughter Roseanne asked him not to record it. She said Dad it sounds like you're saying goodbye. Johnny said, I am. I knew he was the 1st time I saw it.I sat there sobbing. I didn't know him personally but he has been there my whole life. I didn't want to say goodbye 😢

[@Indy1831]

Many consider this the greatest music video ever made.

[@kevinstrong8265]

I'm a 59 year old man and I cry almost every time I hear it.

[@zebedeedoodaah6454]

The humility and honesty of a man at the end of his days on Earth. What an authentic and sublime exit. To The Man in Black - Thankyou Sir. Z.👍

[@amykienitz6311]

Have you ever watched the movie”Walk the Line” it dictates Johnny’s life and how June saved him. He always wears black and if you listen to his song “Man in Black” you’ll get the true Johnny

[@mikepeters4916]

Im 67 and have heard this song many times and tears flow every time

[@kathrynnard8059]

Watch the movie walk the line about Johnny and you will understand why this song meant a lot to him. He struggled his life with addictions but his wife and her family helped him through it.

[@carolmckay9067]

Love this song and video, it has to be The most emotional song in a long time. I was crying right along with you. No matter how many times I see it I need tissues 😢 Johnny is Legendary, Thanks guys 💞

[@johntiggleman4686]

Same here, Carol. I've been a fan off and on of Johnny, but never lost track of his music. This is about the 10th review I've watched, and I still get weepy, even at 72. Maybe because I'm in "the Autumn Of My Life" that it hits me much harder.

[@trevorthompson330]

Powerful, he said he could do it again; he "would keep himself." Fame makes you pay the price. You become someone else.

[@DIDCOTTWIST]

Its a beautifully done piece of art and what makes it so sad is June died within 3 months after the video was filmed and Johnny 7 months 😢

[@80HD8]

This is a great song and was perfect for Johnny Cash. He did an excellent job performing it.

[@paulkossak7761]

Leave love, not regret.

[@franktrig]

A powerful message for all to learn from, in the end everything that is acquired becomes meaningless if you lose yourself in the process.

[@kellifranklin9872]

Your reaction was spot on. Most of us cried when we saw this for the first time. Don’t be ashamed,ever. He was a very special artist and man.

[@shannonisakson6483]

Love Johnny...love the museum in Nashville..

[@TheNotedHero]

A brutal and beautiful song. If you aren't cut by this song, you're not human. Appreciate every day you have because you'll blink and you'll find your days are done.

[@clintonroppolo1709]

Regrets and apologies. You get the feeling he would give up his career to go back and make things right and to not waste time.

[@lindabrewer3243]

Great reaction. Real men DO cry. After all, it is a God given emotion.

[@jazzmaan707]

Great Reaction, and very good comment. To me, what Johnny was saying was, "What good does it do if you gain the whole world, and then lose it all in the end. My empire is dirt."

[@barsandbarbells2022]

Thank you! Agreed!

[@TheRonnie63]

EMOTIONAL LOVE YOUR REACTION

[@happymethehappyone8300]

An Iconic Must Hear Classic Song With A Message Of Positivity,, Argent "Hold Your Head Up"...TRUST ME!!

[@LivingWatersUtube]

The highest use of music is to convey spiritual truth in heart and mind. This broken man found a broken Savior....

[@Brandi6666]

Obviously johnny has a huge catalog. His wife was country royalty 🤘❤️

[@kinskifilms]

You guys are sweethearts and your reaction to an emotionally challenging video/song was a breath of fresh air.

[@George-kv6gm]

Great reaction. For me, this song really hits home. I'm 72, and I can completely relate to regrets that pile up as I grow older. And there's a deep meaning to the end of the song. For me (that's the only person I can speak for, obviously) when he says, "I will keep myself, I would find a way.", it means even if I could go back and do it all over again, I'd be much the same person I was before. I'd keep myself. I'd, somehow, find a way to keep from changing very much. Like I said, it hits me hard. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@barsandbarbells2022]

Appreciate your comments & thanks for stopping by with us!

[@rebeccagibbs8794]

Yeah, this was horrifically prophetic. Love the man, love the legend. Love him more for this...he lived a hard, drug fueled life. He overcame, but, did he??? This hits hard! The closing of the piano at the end...😢

[@Gutslinger]

"But did he??" Well, duh.. He was happy and content at the end of his life. There are lots of videos/documentaries showing it. He had strong faith. He originally refused to even do this song when producer Rick Rubin approached him with it.

[@rebeccagibbs8794]

@@Gutslinger I apologize, if I didn't speak the right words. "But did he" ... Hell, yes!! He did!!! And, he knew it!!! He was happy, content, but, that doesn't deny his pain, his hard life! And, this song, well, we felt it.. at least I did...

[@kellifranklin9872]

@@rebeccagibbs8794 I understand what you’re saying and I agree with you. At what cost has always been the question I’ve asked about him. There’s no denying he claimed his life back and lived the rest of his life with the love of his life and he left a lasting legacy. But, at what cost? Our questions are valid and in no way undermine this legend.

[@barsandbarbells2022]

That ending was twisting the knife!

[@keithgoddard4192]

You are not the first man to cry to this, and you won't be the least. Powerfully emotive song. Good reaction by both of you :)

[@p.j.morris]

I have respect for Trent that i never had before, he wasn't crazy about Johnny doing this song but after he heard it he was blown away. He said i was born to write it Johnny was born to sing it. He on went to say this song isn't mine anymore. Johnny knew he was dying this was his goodbye when he closed the lid on the piano it was symbolic of closing his casket lid.. My husband and i go to his grave once a month there is nothing more humbling than standing in the presence of greatness. awesome reaction. love to you both from the one and only Memphis Tn.

[@anthonyblakely399]

😮😮😮I AM SHOOK!!!😮😮😮😮 This is the first song that Bar cried on....WOW!!!😮😮😮😮

[@IsaacFNghost]

I heard this for the first time at a casino believe it or not. At the hard rock in MS. The video was playing on all the big screens and almost everyone on the Casino got quiet and was just captivated listening and staring up at the video. It was a crazy experience

[@jgilbertify]

What is amazing is how his impeccable voice carries through the whole song... Talent is immortal........................

[@clasmaster1471]

Rick Rubin who is the number one man for this kind of stuff is who came and did this video with Johnny.

[@melissacaddell2604]

Yes his voice stayed strong and beautiful to the end. Love Johnny Cash.

[@epicmage82]

Johnny really appreciated music. He had many covers, of all kinds of music and always put himself into it. You can't touch someone else's soul with your music if you don't put your own into it.

[@tammyjackson3113]

Johnny's brother died a terrible death when they were kids and I dont think John ever got over it. He had alot of demons in his life that he overcame. That was June his wife, she died soon after this and he died soon after her.

[@TomTomson81]

Dad, that sounds like you want to say goodbye. Cash: Yes

[@mamaflush9945]

Johnny Cash is one of mt fathers' favorite country artists. I grew up listening to him and he's also one of my favorites also. Here's two legendary female country music artists performing together "Reba McEntire feat. Dolly Parton - Does He Love You" Really sad song it never fails I always shed a tear when I watch this. Lovely reaction Thanx for sharing

[@Tommysimonsen]

That`s how you own a cover

[@rickcain4736]

When he closes the piano lid at the end it makrs me think of a coffin....I always cry when I listen to this song....

[@cherchikatilo3032]

The first time I heard this song, I was riding a train, and got off crying. That had never happened to me before or since.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

I Really Enjoy Your Reactions..Imagine Visitors From Another Galaxy Coming To Earth In Peace,, Billy Thorpe "Children Of The Sun" (Exclusive Video)..R.I.P. Billy 🙏❤️

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Although Johnny Didn't Write This Track,, It Would Become The Perfect Track/Way For A Legendary Music Icon To Say Goodbye...R.I.P. Johnny🙏❤️ Thanks For ALL You Gave Us.

[@jeffstevens4262]

This is such an iconic and sad video for all those of us who've loved Johnny Cash's music down the years, and when at the end he closes the lid of his keyboard, it's like a final farewell to his own life. It's a real gut-wrencher. Rest in peace man. Only ever one 'Man In Black'. ❤ 🙋‍♂ ❤ 🙋‍♂

[@geneaikenii1092]

i think he was telling us bout the drug abuse, emotional pain, and regret that he experienced over a lifetime and kinds of a look back with this last work. Shortly after completion of this first his wife of many years, june carter-cash,, passed followed shortly thereafter by John. glad that we still have him on record and cd.

[@terrydavis7389]

an amazing man and artist, lived an amazing life, touched so many people, and his legacy will touch so many more.. he is missed..

[@oldmanjimh3165]

Johnny has many great song, this is a classic.

[@HeatherShaw-q9b]

You must know that Johnny Cash always regretted what he had put his wife through when he was into drugs and when he went to prison. June Carter Cash stood by him throughout everything and he loved her with everything he had. She died before him and she was everything to him, so in the end, all of the accolades and golden records didn't mean anything at all.

[@Marshall-h4d]

I love the eding to this song... when he closes the piano it's like he's saying thank you and goodbye 😢😢

[@kevinhennessy1615]

Amazing Song Just a Masterpiece This Song Would Bring a Tear To a Glass Eye - RIP 😢 Johnny Cash

[@kimking6036]

Johnny wrote a song called Man in Black. It is also very personal but not sad. He explains why he wears black. But mainly it shows what he believes in.His views on life and the world. You'll learn a lot about him

[@ronhall5395]

The writer of the song heard JC version and was was quoted as saying, " I wrote hurt, but this is Johnny's song now".

[@bre2581]

This was his last video. His wife wasn’t meant to be in it but came down to make sure he wasn’t over working himself and they shot her in it. This is his goodbye song, the closing of the piano in the end of the video is symbolic to him saying goodbye.

[@bre2581]

Also wanna say that his wife died a few months after this, after that they set up a studio in his bedroom he recorded a lot of songs he always wanted to record to stay busy basically and passed a few months after his wife.

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

Johnny Cash spent his entire musical career pouring every ounce of emotion into his craft. his life was anything but easy, and the loss, and pain, and his own failings when it came to his family weighed heavily on him. this song was written by Trent Reznor of Nine inch Nails, and from the perspective of a young man that has ruined their future, but Johnny made it his own as a man reflecting on his long life nearing it's end. There is a reason he will never fall out of the heart and soul of Country music. thank you for being respectful of him in your discussion .

[@stephanieprice5029]

Among those who make the lists ranking these things, Johnny's version is considered by most to be the #1 cover ever. I agree. Rick Ruben had to do some fast talking to get him to cover this, and Johnny's daughter begged him not to do the cover. Trent Reznor didn't like the idea initially because it was so personal to him. When Rick sent him a CD of the vocals he still wasn't sold on it, but when he received the video he said he got goosebumps and tears. He said it was like losing his girlfriend - and that it wasn't his song anymore. Johnny also made a cover of Chris Cornell's "Rusty Cage" as well; y'all should check both of them out. Now, another (totally unrelated) suggestion; I'd like you guys to check out "Woke Up Dreaming" by Joe Bonamassa. I generally like hard driving electric guitars, and he can deliver the goods on an electric, but I saw an acoustic performance by Joe that just blew me away. His dynamic volume control and clean picking was out of this world. He absolutely killed it. So y'all sit back and enjoy some acoustic blues with Joe 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWiZaamYq7SdnMU

[@jamescrawford1534]

Yrent no longer regards it his song.

[@mikebunner3498]

You two get ready for some emotions and feelings. This is Johnny at his best! Phil this video is RAW!!! and REAL...... That's Johnny... One of the best ever!

[@andrechaisson8164]

Wow !!! This is an iconic song. All the remorses of a broken life with all its regrets. This is an iconic masterpiece. ❤

[@mtrj99]

One of the very few songs that have made me cry

[@Jetz316]

That was his truth. Everyone goes away in the end.

[@maabbott3422]

Gets me every time I hear it 😢 it is one of my favourite songs sad we all have this to face when we loose a special love one .and it hurt to see Johnny like this but a great voice as always

[@thejohnson9204]

Great reaction video guys. This song is epic. You are made of stone if you feel nothing listening to this.

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

I've cried too. Every time. Saying goodbye to life in a nutshell.

[@knowbody5292]

I appreciate the thoughtful research and consideration of how he might relate to the lyrics.

[@IsaacDDuke]

So many people say regret, but its amazing that a song written by an avowed atheist can have such a strong Christian message of hope. Truly, He has borne our grief and carried our sorrows… Some of the powerful video shots are from a dorky yet profound 70s film called “Gospel Road” made by Johnny Cash..,

[@SimplyTakuma]

Legends says, that, when he closed the piano in the end, it remains shut down after the video was made.

[@hectordelacruz5222]

Love your reactions. VIVA JOHNY CASH 🌷

[@mikeconway9849]

Great heartfelt reaction! I think everyone has regrets in life. Sometimes the bigger the life was, the bigger the regrets are.

[@connorhumphreys9637]

the original writer from NIN, Trent Reznor, said about this cover, "It is not my song anymore, it belongs to Mr. Cash" Says it all really, I think Johnny's version is so much more emotionally powerful and raw because Trent sang about a man trying to overcome his drug addiction but being scared that he wasnt strong enough to be better, Johnny sang about an old man who didn't have long left, a man who knew it was far too late to make up for his past mistakes and a final sorry. powerful stuff

[@DennisSpitler]

Pure artistry from the Man in Black, one of two only artists inducted both in the Rock and Roll and Country Halls of Fame

[@carybrown3192]

He put the feels in this song for sure!

[@emcsquared8681]

Man in Black is a must hear from him, and it’s a song he did write.

[@The_Oracle_of_time]

Johnny's wife passed away just after he recorded this. He joined her shortly afterwards. Trent wrote this song for Johnny. He just didn't know it at the time. Everyone who has lost someone will feel heart pain listening to it.

[@thegridrunner9976]

I've watched this video 25 times at least and it still brings tears.

[@atticus290]

Woo Hoo, first comment! All jokes aside, this version of this song has given many, many people goosebumps.

[@jenniferewing4504]

Got into him about 20 yrs ago - had an incredible life.

[@rafirafailovic1233]

Your man felt the music and the pain...😢

[@Ray1969.]

Quite possibly the greatest exit to a remarkable life and career. Thank you to “The Man In Black” for being so raw and real and sharing his talents with us. RIP Mr. Cash

[@edgarnewberry-cw4ld]

Johnny made this song his own. Every driven man has made sacrifices to achieve lofty goals. This song is a song of regret about not focusing more on the things that truly matter at the end. Johnny struggled with drug addiction at different points in his life. Looking at the photo of his mother on the wall and seeing his wife June so prominent in the imagery of the video, gives me the impression that he had regrets there as well. When we come to the end and can look back, we can all see the pain we inflict on others with our actions. The lost time and opportunities to spend precious time with those that matter. This is a masterful warning from a voice of experience that building an empire at the cost of hurting others is a fools errand.

[@WardenDios]

Originally written by a young man struggling with drug addiction and depression, who still has his whole life ahead of him but doesn't want it or doesn't care. This song really hits different when it's sung by an old man who is seemingly full of regret and doesn't have the time to set things right.

[@James-wj8eq]

Johnny was in awe of Trents lyrics for such a young man to come up with. Trents version relates to a man falling apart mentally as the album it comes from is basically about the demise of a man culminating in his suicide. Johnny i feel makes it about an old man's regret of his life choices as he nears his natural end

[@happymethehappyone8300]

This MUST HEAR Classic Comes With An Important Message For Us ALL & Something To Think About,, Ralph McTell "Streets Of London"

[@grandtheftautotune7715]

Hes reflecting on the hurt he has caused his loved ones, and realizes hes at the end of the road. Its all about regret and in the end, his relationships meant more to him than wealth, awards, mansions and such (his Empire of Dirt) and this was him saying goodbye to those people he cherished as he knew death was near. His wife June died 3 months after this video was shot, and he died 4 months later..

[@andrewhallam237]

The wisdom of old age. Striving for fame and fortune but in the end we all die and turn to dust.

[@mikebunner3498]

This is Johnnys song now! What to expect -- is emotions!!! I read that when Johnnys daughter heard and saw this- she said to him it sounds like you are saying good by. John looked at her and said "I am!" Gut wrenching... I can not imagine a parent telling me that. PAIN. Phil, no worries. Tears and emotions allow us to know we are still alive! Johnny was 71 when he died. He lived a long and fruitful life. He was a legend in his own time. Few can lay claim to that... Please you two take care and stay safe!!

[@tdog8507]

If that doesn't make you tear up, nothing will.