Footprints in the Snow - Emerson, Lake & Palmer

[@leopardspotsmusic]

Snow on the way as 2024 closes. I'm back here every year for this beautifully written and performed song. ❤️‍🔥

[@jojonorris8047]

One of the greatest songs ever written.

[@deborahklinlger8565]

I think he had a wonderful life filled with the music he loved & a wife, a daughter, family & friends & fans. Traveling to perform in concerts & answering questions in q & a's for his fans. Greg was a poet & storyteller & I think he genuinely liked people. Greg was a good human being & soul. I pray his soul found the peace he didn't have while dying from cancer. 🙏🙏❤️🙏😢. Greg I loved your music, your smile, your warmth , & you are missed.

[@merk9569]

I can promise you that Greg Lake is at peace and is content. I discovered his music years after his death just as I had done with another musical genius. I was so taken with him as a person and artist that I decided that I would write his biography, as there isn’t one. I spent two long, hard years finding everything I could about him and thought I was ready to write a first draft. That’s when I discovered that I had been an extremely good scientific writer but I cannot write a biography! At all! What I am telling you is absolutely true. It is one of the most important events in my life. Soon after realizing that I couldn’t write it, I was having a silent conversation with my constant “companion.” I live in quarantine because my health is so bad and it has given me lots of time to develop a relationship with Him that is difficult for people to understand. In any case, I told Him that I wished I could tell the artist about how much his life and music had meant to me and so many others. I had discovered him at a very low point when it had become obvious that my condition was deteriorating and that nothing can be done medically. I told Him that I wanted to tell the artist that he had given me a reason to continue living. I jokingly said: Can You send him to let me talk to him? The next afternoon as the sun was setting, my dog and I were on my bed. Through the open doorway, the spirit of the deceased man walked into my room. I looked at Jude and he looked at me. We looked back but the spirit was no longer visible. Jude, however, could sense what I could not. He began quietly going woof woof. He had never ever done that. I began talking, with my words rushing out to explain to him what was in my heart, how his life had affected me and how I wished his music had been in my whole adult life, instead of only a couple of years. Jude woofed about ten minutes and just about everything I needed to say had been said. Jude became quiet and I knew he was gone. I am still amazed that I had that experience. Everything that I believed in my faith had been validated. I hadn’t asked for validation but that is exactly what I got. I know Greg Lake was a good man, just as this other artist was. I imagine that they have met. I hope so. They have a lot in common.

[@deborahklinlger8565]

@@merk9569 ? ? ??

[@mwmann]

Wonderfully put.

[@Rbl7132]

If they don't put Emerson lake and palmer in the Hall of fame, shame on the Hall of Fame

[@315Bodhi17]

Greg Lake has left his footprints on our minds with his unforgettable voice, lyrics and classic presentation....what's not to love. This Band has grown on me in a very short time. Thank you ELP! r.i.p Keith and Greg. Miss you always.

[@yaelrar.4460]

Gotta hand it to England. They gave the world so many brilliant artists. Especially evident during the 70's. (Yes, Genesis, King Crimson, Moody Blues, Pink Floyd, Renaissance, ELP) These British singer/musicians/songwriters have got the DNA of Shakespeare in them. Its amazing.

[@saccola8780]

I've often wondered that myself and bet you've hit the nail on the head about as closely as possible. Lots of these groups said American rockers & rollers such as Chuck Berry or Elvis Presley influenced them but look at how many British singers/musicians also had classical music training. Think that could also be a factor.

[@HeartWorX.Creations]

Wow, U R def on to something there!!!

[@deborahrobertson8606]

Thank you! We are a deeply lyrical people with a wild imagination....on the quiet!!! Being a small, independent island nation has a lot to do with it. We were..I hope, still are, deeply individualistic. All the sea, sky, the rain, clouds...the ever changing weather & scenery. You're right. We carry Shakespeare, Chaucer, Keats et al, within us. The great rock musicians of the 60s and 70s were also pastoral, lyrical, surreal poets - the direct inheritors of Wordsworth, John Claire, Lewis Carroll and Edward Lear. Think of Syd Barrett. And yet they could also draw down the Gods with their raw rock power. (Led Zep's Kashmir at Knebworth!!) They were a remarkable generation. I was only a child in the 60s, but my brother and sister were 6 years older and I listened with them. You could feel the creativity in the air. This incendiary music just didn't stop coming. Amazing!! All the best and thank you for your kind words about my country. Please wish us luck, as we fight for our independence from the EU.

[@teresatayler]

So true, they made the best rock music in the entire world.

[@danielaperi9997]

England rocks! ❤

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

Greg Lake was one of the most talented musicians in Progressive Rock. With an angelic distinctive voice. When you heard it, you instantly who it was. He had so much talent. As a songwriter, acoustic guitar, electric guitarist, bass keyboard player, harmonica, he could play them all. But his greatest instrument was that angelic voice. When he sang it instantly touched your heart and soul. And let’s face it, in his younger days he was a gorgeous man with a smile like soft sunshine, even in photographs of him it washes over you, I can only imagine what that smile would have been like in person. My biggest regret is never to have had the opportunity to meet him. You are always loved and forever missed Greg.

[@lisaminnesota4316]

Becky Hernandez - I feel exactly as you do. I love Greg Lake and cry because I know I will never be able to see him again. I misssss Greg soooooo much and I always will.

[@tamaraposton4270]

Greg Lake is a genius - his music, lyrics, and the sound of his voice is like no other. Melts in my soul. Always will remember where I was and what I was doing every time I hear an ELP song for the first time. Makes an impression like no other experience.. Watching Over You, Lend your love to me tonight Oh, my father - songs I am sure so many people have never heard. It makes me sad.

[@tamaraposton4270]

+Tamara Poston - Thank you to those who agreed with me.

[@johnbidding9340]

+Tamara Poston Keith. Rest in peace!

[@TheBewdleyboy]

Greg Lake! A truly magnificent and criminally underrated musician!

[@gerry6459]

I,m so agree with you Tamara :)

[@craigfelde882]

Only now, sadly, will people understand how right you are. Rest with God, Greg.

[@psychlos21]

Greg Lake. What a beautiful spirit. He gave us so much great music and perspective about the life we live. Thank you Greg for everything. We will always keep your music alive generation after generation.

[@gelubatir9794]

yes, indeed ! I also thank you, my friend, for your beautiful thoughts ! if heaven existed, this was ! i don't have more words for whatever el& p were for us ! gelu batir romania 21st of dec 2018

[@terryworley2810]

So beautiful..heard it years ago but life goes on..my Helen passed...we left footprints but now we are making more.. thank you Greg

[@marcromanow2398]

R.I.P. Greg Lake. One of the classic voices in rock. This song brings tears to my eyes.

[@vaslet]

So so sad

[@andrewmuhlke1280]

Yes It does every time !!!!!

[@The1951skylark]

This is so special to me.....No words can ever come close to my feelings...

[@PeterHuebner]

MIR AUCH MARCO.RIP.GREG LAKE. EIN SO WUNDERSCHÖNES LIED VON EMERSON,LAKE&PALMER.❤😢

[@gideonlapidus8996]

How I miss Greg's voice, one of the greatest musicians ever.

[@ral7912]

this song remembers me to my father, who loved ELP.. I lost him 19 years ago but I'm still waiting for him, I always try to follow his footprints

[@HeartoftheDragonColo]

Thank you, Greg, for leaving (along with Keith & Carl) this beautiful gift to the world of love flying... like an arrow to the mark. We feel those footprints in the snow.

[@sharonlatour6230]

Still miss this golden voice, Greg Lake. Still makes me cry.

[@John-ip3xm]

Me too...Keith and now Greg....I pray to see them in Heaven when my time comes.😢😢😢😢John Keating

[@wallacecallow3591]

Their music transcends space and time, and at the same time brings back memories from centuries long ago, and in other lives, that make it even more majestic and surreal. Greg Lake so perfect on his guitar, and Emerson with his magical keyboard playing, and Palmer's psychedelic drumming made them a phenomenon in Britain and around the World. I'm so glad I saw them in concert, early 90's, at the Gorge in George, in Eastern Washington. A double bill with Jethro Tull! The best concert I can remember. RIP Keith and Greg!

[@mikerivers6518]

Sounds like that could have been one of the greatest concerts ever!! I’m envious!!

[@315Bodhi17]

Footprints In the Snow.....Greg Lake has given years to music. Thank you!! First time when you looked at me You tried to hide but I could see A special beauty in your eyes Passion flying like a spark Like an arrow to the mark I feel it sting my jealousy Before you know there's footprints in the snow Desire like a river flows Where it comes from no one knows Love just like a flower grows And then God only knows It comes down like guillotine Now I feel the rain Of love torn by a hurricane One night eclipsed the sun How deep still waters run How deep they go like footprints in the snow Take my love into your brest Commit my spirit to the test You wwill see him like a knight His armour gleams We'll fly upon his angel's wings Above the clouds in rainbow rings We can sail a ship of dreams Chorus If you will take my hand We can cross this desert made of sand We can break in through the ice And feel the wind of paradise We'll feel it blow our footprints in the snow Anytime you feel alone Just raise your hand, pick up the phone Take in my number, there I'll be If one day your stars won't shine I will give you some of mine Cause they could fall so easily We both know there's footprints in the snow Emerson, Lake & Palmer

[@marcromanow2398]

Not many songs make my eyes water. This one does. R.I.P. Keith Emerson and Greg Lake.

[@amandamckeever5052]

Such a beautiful songwriter. R.I.P Greg Lake ❤

[@unkeptblueify]

Amanda McKeever amazing tune.

[@ChrisDutch]

One of the best voices ever to come down the pike. How the idiots at the Rock n Roll Hall Fame couldn't induct ELP is beyond me. Now two of the three are gone and we'll never get to see the moment of them re-uniting on stage. R.I.P Greg.

[@displacedamerican2437]

The Rock N roll hall of Fame ??? Really ??? the inducted Madonna before Stevie Nix ????? enuff said

[@rndnker1511]

Great song rip Greg Lake..

[@Jammin6796]

ELP surpassed rock n roll..

[@deka7x921]

In one year we've lost 2/3rds of one of the greatest bands of all time.

[@maggieanaya1114]

:(

[@dantorch1]

..and it seems few people noticed. When Prince died, the media had a field day. It seems good music has slowly died with time

[@berndschneider7022]

so true !

[@lisaminnesota4316]

And they still keep going on and on and on about Prince! I liked him when Purple Rain came out but he was no genius as far as I'm concerned. Been looking for an article in Guitar World or another magazine since Greg's passing and have found nothing!!! And Greg was the most gifted singer in the world. What did Prince do? Still going on about him. I live in Minnesota and I'm sick of hearing about him already!

[@315Bodhi17]

​@@dantorch1, Yes unbelievable. Every song is a poem. Gorgeous, talented - Keith Greg and Carl.

[@4canspoon]

Three very talented people... what a combination.

[@psychickitty1]

I'm running out of tears..

[@herbjo]

We lost 2 of the greatest musicians of our time. Rest In Peace Greg Lake and Keith Emerson

[@bonnies4230]

His songs are etched in my soul...amazing.

[@19trebor53]

Carlene, our footprints, forever. Still love you.

[@sandramullen7804]

Best voice Ever !,,,,,

[@lauraadelginier7980]

This is unbelievable, however this is the first time I've heard this song and am blown away by it's beauty. Wow...

[@hawkwind8468]

it is a hard year for sure these gents felt like musical uncles to me because I listened to them as a little boy 46 years ago and still do!..Going to miss Greg and Keith such an incredible band they created with Carl palmer ..I get chills still when I hear ce'lavie or fanfare for the common man!

[@edwinbitsoe3051]

A song that speaks directly from the heart, and leaves you in tears....!!!!!

[@19trebor53]

He was so good so talented. Wish there was more music from him.

[@mbeenz]

That MAN IS BRILLIANT,!,,!! He Brings Tears TO MY EYES!!!,,!

[@ItsAllAboutNash]

By far the most comforting song I have heard in a long time. God bless you, Mr. Gregory Stuart Lake! The kindest musician in the world.

[@stimmy66]

Keep the faith and, spread the word people.MASTERFUL TRIO.Class will out.

[@dashjeffreys6998]

All the good ones are leaving us. And what are to be left with? Thanks for the music and the memories.

[@tinkabellamorris9612]

Dash Jeffreys We will be left with mostly CRAP music suitful to toss in the ole john!!! imho

[@asgolden123]

Not so! It is up to US to recycle until the younger generation learns how to appreciate this awesome music. It is our DUTY!

[@ppsayl1235]

Dash Jeffreys Such a disconcerting thought.

[@davidlloyd8374]

A beautiful song...a beautiful voice and keyboard ripples of Keith Emerson

[@rantle100]

He may be gone from earth but not forgotten because he left us his beautiful music!

[@davidgriffiths6454]

What a talent and a voice.

[@anneslater5437]

A beautiful song from a beautiful soul..greg lake, absolute legend!

[@davidchamberlain5425]

Greg Lake..November 10th 1947---------December 7th 2016 🙏🙏🙏R.I.P🙏 This world was just a fleeting show!For Greg's Illusion given 🙏Rest now until the next everlasting show🙏🙏🙏Amen...

[@orestbuciora4174]

best ballad EVER WRITTEN in my opinion!!!

[@leopardspotsmusic]

My soul, feel the depth of this genius singing! Think I'll just hit replay for the rest of this beautiful day and remember my first love! 💔

[@sharonlatour6230]

has it been 10 more months since I heard this? Crying again.

[@ladymarie63]

Your stars will always shine !

[@michaelshea5622]

He really felt his music. At the same time it made us feel it as well. Rest easy, Greg. You are missed.

[@elpfanjahrling4668]

Beautiful Song ! Keith and Greg Will Live On .. Love and Miss You Both... God Bless .....

[@rodhanson7112]

Black Moon is one of the greatest albums ever made

[@paolodugini4690]

Thanks ELPs for all the emotions. Thanks Greg for your incredible voice and your musical sensivity. R.I.P.

[@SPBKIT]

Какие обалденные баллады у Лэйка. Обожаю с 70-х.

[@savedbyzero3554]

............ only one word.......... BEAUTIFUL.........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@robinsings]

Beautiful..

[@AustraliaRealEstateRevolution]

I'm lucky to have your albums. Your music and playing will live on. Vale Keith.

[@omarricardo7377]

REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIENDS KEITH EMERSON AND GREG LAKE, GOD BLESS YOUR SOULS AND YOUR FAMILIES;

[@Jeff-rn5sl]

Absolute sin this wasn't a hit for them. Beautiful song...beautiful words.

[@rukusfan1387]

I am so sad ... all these years, all the memories ... RIP Keith, I am praying for you.

[@stormshear1]

ELP was still alive in the 90's.. this song proved that well

[@jjalseth]

Yes, Greg has an awesome voice!

[@romaneberle]

+stormshear1 absolutely. "black moon" is a great album!

[@orestbuciora4174]

have been listening to this piece a zillion times, absolutely love it, the words, music, world class, thank you mr. gregg lake and elp!!!!!!

[@IwshIcldstrtover]

I love this song. Brings tears to my eyes. This band was so magical. They could make you feel so many emotions.

[@Cleroy230]

I love this Master piece

[@gwynnielsen5081]

This is a beautiful song, especially for those of us who miss snow in the literal sense. All it does is rain here in Jersey.

[@captainsunil]

A Band So Rich In Melody!!! ---Emerson Lake And Palmer ------ Foot Prints In The Snow-----

[@lkhogue]

beautiful video for this beautiful song. peace.

[@orestbuciora4174]

THIS SONG IS THE BEST WRITTEN SONG EVER !!!!!

[@thebigswede1736]

Some people should never die.

[@EDJ1845]

GORGEOUS. This album(BLACK MOON)/song is a lost treasure.

[@orestbuciora4174]

this is THE BEST SLOW SONGS EVER WRITTEN !!!!!!

[@jenniferfelan694]

This song goes out to my mom's cousin Molly Acuna who passed away last week from complications of a fungal lung infection. My heart and prayers also goes out to her husband Joe who is having a difficult time mourning the loss of his wife and her family.

[@cherylgaddy7816]

Beautiful song Greg. Many of beautiful songs you did. Your a friend in my heart. I've known since 1971. Miss you and Keith and Carl very much. ELP Will forever be my favorite group of all Time . Together forever in eternity. Dwight Smith

[@marcromanow2398]

This was the ELP song I thought of after hearing Keith Emerson passed away. Although Keith is not prominently featured on this tune, it is a magnificent swan song to their career. I always imagined "Footprints in the Snow" closing a sad movie. This may be the best song Greg Lake ever wrote.

[@psychickitty1]

agree 1000%

[@simonhalcomb8572]

Lend your love to me tonight I think is his best

[@kentclark6420]

This song is like a religious experience. As deep as Gregs other songs are, this one goes even further in capturing the true soul of ELP.

[@kentclark6420]

@@simonhalcomb8572 It had been so long since I had 'Works', I kind of forgot about some of his old tunes, and I agree that it is better than even 'Footprints', and goes just as far in capturing the essence of ELP.

[@leopardspotsmusic]

Every time it snows ❄, think I'll be right here remembering. 🔥💔

[@jorgetapia7087]

A truly deep musical gem from musical legends.

[@Danygarro1]

Anytime you feel alone Just raise your hand, pick up the phone Take in my number, there I’ll be If one day your stars won’t shine I will give you some of mine Cause they could fall so easily...

[@ian0071]

beautiful LAST LYRICS OF THE SONG. TEARS WELL SO EASLY

[@aceisagodkiss3872]

*TAP in my number......

[@coorsgurl18572comcas]

Such an amazing song writer Foot prints in the snow is a real tear jerker❤❤

[@Rbl7132]

Thanks ELP!!! I hold to my romantic dreams thanks to the inspiration and vision you music gives me....

[@jw7114]

Just a beautiful song by a beautiful soul. Thanks for sharing your gift.

[@cyndywest]

Such an amazing artist.

[@pitoperez4817]

March 10-11 2016, a sad sad day indeed, for the world has lost THE GREATEST KEYBOARD PLAYER IN ROCK HISTORY, those of us who knew of his body of work need no history on his legacy, we know it by heart, I am lost for words to express the deep sadness I feel by his death. My profound condolences to his family, now the heavens can truly claim they have assemble the finest AND greatest rock band of all times. Rest In Peace KEITH NOEL EMERSON, the music you created will live on forever.

[@louisellemarquis2582]

That’s what love is all about, share and respect each other’s freedom and you will live a life full of joy and fulfilling all your aspirations and live every day as a new challenge of what your love can bring to other people and see what it brings and what it can do …❤

[@georu1]

Another masterpiece!

[@glenncarles3322]

beautiful

[@HeartoftheDragonColo]

I found this shortly before Keith & Greg passed on. It has become one of my favorite ELP/Greg Lake songs.

[@robertcam7090]

great song!

[@displacedamerican2437]

No one has the imagination any more to or the patience it takes to let talent evolve into something so Beautiful yet simple ......

[@dg4145]

love this song.

[@kevinb9745]

This song warms my heart

[@douglassmth5456]

a beautiful song

[@douglassmth5456]

an award winner

[@Luileadolfo]

Knew of his best songs from of the very best ELP albums.

[@deeboots1]

wonderful .... love it :)

[@douglasmeredith7343]

Perfect. RIP Keith.

[@ringothomas8997]

keith.............thanx 4 the music.........hope u hav found peace....

[@andrewkostelnyk272]

R I P Greg Lake your music lives on for us!

[@brrebjerkland248]

Beatiful song ❤

[@helenarcarvalho]

A gentle Soul!!

[@ettorecaloni964]

In memoria di un bravo musicista che ha riempito di suoni la mia gioventù. Con Keith Emerson e Carl Palmer. Ora Greg e Keith suonano con gli angeli.

[@JayaMadhavadas]

RIP-Greg Lake GOD Bless Greg --..Like foot Prints in the Snow

[@jrlltmb2003]

amazing song,Greg lake is one of the best,,ever

[@fabiorios779]

Great Emerson!! My greetings !! Please, record again and comfort us with your beautiful songs. Wherever you are!!

[@stefanholmqvist3324]

Listen to this beautiful song everyday, makes my soul feels good

[@charlesrhome5687]

Just...wow. Amazing talent. Amazing song. RIP Greg.

[@Argus625]

Greg Lake super wokal.