How Lucky - John Prine 1980 (stereo)

From the DVD "Live on Soundstage 1980," John Prine plays "How Lucky" with John Burns.
This is a terrific DVD if you are a John Prine fan.
John Prine's site: www.ohboy.com/

[@stanleydavis7904]

Song brings a tear to my eye,75 Vietnam vet,I've lost alot ,but gained more.

[@jdee3451]

R.I.P. The best singer/songwriter that has ever lived.

[@richardperkins5046]

One of them. There are many.

[@sharpcanines3347]

@@richardperkins5046 ok Richard, there is also Bob Dylan & Greg Brown & Bill Bourne. Did I miss anyone? 😉

[@richardperkins5046]

@@sharpcanines3347 How about Gordon Lightfoot for 1.

[@sharpcanines3347]

@@richardperkins5046 A Canadian tresure, Gordon Lightfoot.

[@legibby]

@@richardperkins5046 I’m guessing you’re Canadian., lol! Gordon is amazing but he simply does not occupy the same time zone as JP

[@davidmccaffery7977]

Took me over 60+ years to find him, how lucky can one man get?

[@gavocrazy]

better late than never

[@HardRockMiner]

My older brother in law used to play John Prine records when I was a young boy.. I use to always wonder why he played that stuff. As I grew older I began to understand why. I'm 56 this year, and John is probably the music I play most. I completely get it now.

[@thomaslemon3971]

Once it clicks, you can’t get enough :)

[@jaybob9208]

I found John when I was in high school and he's been with me for over 40 years. How lucky can one man get? Indeed...Rest in peace, John, I already miss you...

[@eugeneteter7048]

Crying my eyes out

[@joannehack7588]

✨

[@BamaGirl1212]

I found him after he passed away. I had heard him but wasn’t that familiar with his music. I wish I had listened to her long ago too!

[@herbertlaine6607]

​@@eugeneteter7048 ki by😅

[@WilliamJohnson-we8iv]

I’m fine is without question the most poetic mailman that has ever walked the Earth

[@Thats-Cool-Thats-Trash]

I've watched this a million times. Sitting in the backyard of your boyhood home with a good friend, drinking a few beers and playing some good music. How lucky can one man get?

[@stevemerrill7430]

Can't believe this song is that old. I got turned on by Prine in just the last 5 years or so. Never paid that much attention to his music, but I appreciate him now so much! Wish I would have seen him play live back in the day.

[@royhoco5748]

"How lucky" I am that I discovered John Prine when I was 23 back in 1973 and he taught me to live inside my head with my illegal smile and where I am my own best friend.

[@robertromine4507]

That story is pretty good

[@russallen6924]

What a blessing to have been in a universe that had a John Prine. His music made me pick up a guitar and find my voice. God bless, Mr. Prine, you're a treasure!

[@marcelstjean]

cheers.

[@Johnny-Rock-Star]

[e-mail] that’s awesome!! I’m from NL livin in Alberta and been listening to and playing his music a long time. Seen him a few times too. God love him and the joy he’s brought to this world. Peace and health to him as he fights this virus

[@gumwap1]

John Prine was a national treasure

[@stephenvecchiotti6554]

One of the best songwriters of all time is Mr. Prine.

[@annamaesmith270]

I just can’t get enough of this guy, John Prine you are absolutely awesome. You are loved by many and I love you too!

[@peterlindqvist9789]

I discovered John thanks to the how lucky duet with Kurt Vile only last fall. I will keep exploring the Prine song treasure for the rest of my life..

[@robertschryver2948]

What a beautiful soul John Prine was. I found about him I think in around 1985, it was like striking gold

[@barryconway860]

I was 10 in '73 when I first heard John Prine. Sold, sealed and delivered forever...

[@KeikoFan2000]

I've been a John Prine fan all my life since I was just a baby. I even got one of his CDs for my birthday. the album i got was from 1991 its the Missing Years. He has been an influence in my life by the music he plays. didn't even know there were so many Prine fans out there

[@mikewilliams2687]

damn, Im 60 yrs old, and its been years since I've thought about John Prine....spent the last 24 hrs listening to his music which I loved (and love) so much. Dude don't mind tellin it true, like it or not. Just hat I lost touch for so long. GO JOHN PRINE

[@rogerstrukhoff4716]

It's great how John has the confidence have someone pick with him who's technically a better player, coz he knows he's the big dog here. John Burns is very deferential, as he is when they play Paradise in another part of this video. I think of John as the Mark Twain of our lives.

[@scottutube1]

"Mark Twain of our lives." I just love that. Great observation.

[@johnburns5313]

Always fun to play one on one with John. Great grooves. - J Burns

[@rogerstrukhoff4716]

John Burns yer no slouch tho :-) Do you still perform in Chicago?

[@johnburns5313]

+roger strukhoff No, I live in Albuquerque now and play with John once a year or so. Not sure how I lost that cushy gig!

[@rogerstrukhoff4716]

John Burns Once a year is better than zero! I have a good friend in Santa Fe, so maybe I can hear you play sometime out there in NM.

[@zecnivo]

What a treat to listen to John Burns with John Prine. Great guitar work....simply beautiful.

[@lillyboldlyshewhispers7145]

I too hadn't listened to John Prine in many moons. Then I found these wonderful songs again. John could make a song smooth as velvet. With lyrics and a Melody that just hits you to the core. A Great American Songwriter. Authentic. A rare treasure.

[@KO-vk6bz]

May God bless Mr. Prine! Rest in PARADISE!! 🙏

[@stuartlangley5993]

Another UK fan, you helped me out again John. RIP.

[@billybob81845]

John Prine gets to the heart of the matter, in just 3 or 4 minutes and you wind up humming the tune all day. RIP John Prine

[@trudigoodman4825]

I love this cat. His music has gotten me through some tough times for sure.

[@jonimaricruz1692]

Got to see John in Davis, CA last November a few months before the plague took him away and turned the world upside down in so many other ways. I was a fan of his since I first heard Sam Stone on KZAP radio so many years ago I can hardly believe it. Rest In Peace old friend, your songs live on.

[@ItsWeenie]

This was originally the only way I could hear this song after finding him through Colbert Report. RIP John. I've never been this gutted by a celebrity death before.

[@diamonddave8693]

Smoking’ good My favourite John Prine song is often the one I’m listening to by John Prine

[@davidprovance6609]

My buddy used to play his songs back in college. I always liked them. The 40 years later he passed and only then did I decide to really check him out. Kicking myself now. What a treasure.

[@jonianddanbowen4533]

I cannot find words to describe the dept of my love for John Prine's artistry and insights. It will always be a true regret that I never had the opportunity to see and hear him perform live. I know some day when I hear him, I won't be sad, but these days I still smile when I hear him, but then smile turns upside down.

[@johnfuthey886]

I found John during the pandemic. Don't recall him being a big deal here in the UK although I'm sure many others knew of him. So sorry I missed him during my growing years.

[@gregtaylor8327]

Love this. Outstanding picking.

[@bazthehandyman]

Fab guitar work.

[@yjimwhy]

Age doesn't mater. Growing matters. I love John's songs.

[@woodiethompson526]

Gotta love that guitar playing !

[@jordanthecat]

"Prime Prine" was a great way of introducing yourself to his music! I learned to play guitar by listening to his records and in recent years tried to thank him for that, but I don't think my message ever actually reached him.

[@carlschow6540]

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[@deborahanderson5508]

I sure miss this guy,there will be no other.Peace John.xo

[@fasteddylove-muffin6415]

RIP John Prine. We lost a great one today. 4-7-2020

[@timothyescudier4133]

chills, every time

[@adamnicholson1273]

I'm one of if not the only people in the UK my age to have heard this version of this song. How lucky can one man get

[@alasdairwreid]

not just you . . . . at least 40 years agooooo for me!!

[@stuartlangley5993]

Helped me out again John, and great pickin from John Burns. RIP.

[@delphinaibarra482]

Such an ache in my heart.every time I hear your songs the world lost a great man rip john .we miss you greatly.

[@joeyking3908]

Wow. I never heard the song until the Tree of Forgiveness. Just heard him sing it at the Opry House in Nashville on New Year's Eve. It's been stuck in my head for months. LOVE IT

[@bdiddydally]

by far one of my favorite songs... this song sums up life.. way to go john

[@DJB66]

This is pure heaven. JP at his best. I miss him already.

[@dancrav]

A tear just dripped onto my ice cream cone

[@strukhoff]

"I wondered if I wanted to do that for the next 30 or not. I finally decided, what the heck, I might as well." Thanks for making that decision, John. Thirty years later, we all still love ya.

[@robertmiller4993]

40

[@aledakivett9255]

41

[@abiraghi]

He was so special. An awesome artist.

[@royglenn2487]

I’m pretty lucky I was alive while John was. He’s a beautiful soul

[@borderlord]

Wow..you can pick Sir...my favourite sound in music...hope you enjoyed embellishing more beauty on those beautiful songs and fleshing out John Prines music!

[@HelenMcCabe-q3p]

Just brilliant

[@MrRiblet]

thanks for finding this classic vid!

[@paulbarton2515]

How lucky can we get to listen to this great cut. Thanks.

[@RemingtonRidersMusic]

What a sweet and nostalgic video.

[@julieadam7425]

Awesome Lyrics!!! ❤ Love this song!!! ❤ His unique voice is captivating and he reminds me of Blaze Foley another unique singer, song writer I love!

[@HuskyHuey]

They were friends

[@jordanthecat]

You've introduced me to a lot of music I'd never heard before, thanks to KZbin!

[@jaslinc1]

@jordanthecat Same here. I found John Prine fall of '73 and it was a perfect fit. I had been playing guitar a while but not musically talented. Then John Prine revealed what I had been missing. His music, his words, his heart. Dylan (called him the best songwriter on the scene) and Prine were all I ever needed.

[@snuffyballparks6501]

My favorite songwriter for sure.

[@hurdmj]

A truly amazing song. I watched this about 100 times, with no exaggeration. Another Prine song to play, just wish I could pick.

[@charlesarp6781]

Johnny Burns A guitar driven singer/songwriter with a flair for the humorous and odd. "Johnny was my partner in crime, putting my touring and recording band together, writing songs with me and recording three albums with me as well. One of my oldest friends and favorite guitarists." - John Prine

[@karla3033]

I just wished I would have got to know John Prine and his songs much earlier when I was spending a lot of time in the US. But, better late than never

[@williammorrison3863]

Saw him 11 times. It was not enough.

[@chrisputnam6469]

He helps me through alot. Bless his soul.

[@scsclassics]

Hope your doinG well after covid -19 john prine .LEGEND

[@scsclassics]

RIP john .....😪

[@salliepine1210]

From the first song I ever heard (Paradise, in 1974) he has been an anchor. And he still is.

[@cliffsandifer3877]

if your are a musician God bless you...cause. you realize the magic you possess when you can bridge the gap playing for people from other countries who dont speak english but they love American musicians. Prines songs can do that.

[@delphinaibarra482]

My daily dose of John prime.love this man and his music.you are missed🌹🌹🥰

[@WizKil]

Wow I got to have this. I have seen him 2 times in the past 10 years. Wonderful, just wonderful!!!!!!!

[@Iliketobeactive]

How lucky can one man get, well finding John’s music that is.

[@jaslinc1]

When I'd play one of his songs (espec. Sam Stone or (surprise) Christmas In Prison, some one person would always say, "who is that??". That must have happened so many times across the usa and the world since. What a great legacy and an eternal gift. God Bless John Prine (and Steve Goodman, and Johnny Cash, RIP.) jaslinc1

[@rustygoldfanatic8830]

RIP John we all miss you dearly.

[@jacquismith3277]

❤ I love this.

[@jordanthecat]

So true. A buddy of mine, a die-hard Stones and AC/DC fan, listened to a Prine CD I'd burned for him a number of years ago, and has since become a huge John Prine fan.

[@Jm01394]

Man!!! That gets me every time Thanks

[@rocker53zero]

I think that John's lyrics are among the best in the world

[@cpresto2]

This just stabs me right in the heart

[@Country-Side-Drive]

I miss you John Prine!!!! Forever fan

[@picketfence2028]

I love you John Prine, and love lasts a lifetime. ♡

[@elnesto408]

Yes indeed, our modern day Mark Twain.

[@darwinmunk378]

Found John Prine from the movie Dog, great soundtrack to that movie, this song comes on at the opening, love it

[@jordanthecat]

I've seen John in concert many times over the years, but I don't recall ever hearing him play this song. I can't understand why really, because it's such a great song.

[@johncobb2562]

John Prine.....the best friend I never met. R.I.P. John.

[@22docmsl]

Colbert was awesome enough to have Mr. John Prine on his show

[@jacquesblaque7728]

It was clear to me that Stephen was totally in awe of John Prine, for excellent reason.

[@Colley1973]

MTV Unplugged never had him? What an utter loss. Remember, this unplugged acoustic is 1980, a full 10 years before MTV Unplugged.

[@kudamm6938]

RIP John Prine

[@anthonyjones7264]

Watched the movie dog and this song is at the start. I honestly love it when it comes to doggos we are lucky when it comes to them.

[@davidnorman2681]

The other guitar player is Johnny Burns, the son of Jethro Burns of Homer & Jethro fame.

[@marcelstjean]

So awesome.

[@stilldo4052]

Miss you brother

[@PeggyJame]

I love John Prine

[@michaelvanhorn7152]

what a talented mind./ all those songs

[@Elvisfan-k3t]

They sure sounded great together...Some righteous pickin'....

[@roxaneauer360]

King Prine! Holding court. Would that we were all born with his brain chemistry. 😂 Play him when you're feeling down, he certainly wasn't.

[@Austin18025]

So sweet.

[@identitytraveler]

I have to pick this up. Thanks for the post Ian!!!

[@carlschow6540]

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[@brandonnickolas9544]

How lucky am I met by finding this song at this poignant time in life.

[@outerthoughts30]

God Bless John Prine

[@tedmohr6353]

Hot afternoon day at Red Rocks, Prine opened for the Avett brothers. Should have been the other way around. Prine is a legendary artist and Avetts are popular now see if you heard of them in 2040! To their credit, they did acknowledge Prine's greatness, but promoter went for the cash money!

[@mikespitz7973]

That wandering leg makes me laugh and want to watch him play "Lake Marie" next. Years and years of loving John Prine.

[@angierespess1453]

What God given talent

[@donbrennan2606]

I cant believe hes from maywood Illinois. I robably passed by his house a thousand times

[@jaslinc1]

When I'd play one of his songs (espec. Sam Stone or (surprise) Christmas In Prison, some one person would always say, "who is that??". That must have happened so many times across the usa and the world since. What a great legacy and an eternal gift. God Bless John Prine (and Steve Goodman, and Johnny Cash, RIP.)