Jackson Browne - For A Dancer (+ lyrics 1974)

[@eddievibbert6740]

I dedicate this song to my Daughter Amy who at age 26 decided she could no longer be a joyful sound or even hear one before taking her own life. Jackson, If you should by any chance ever read this comments & come across this one, Please know how much this song has both saddened & yet consoled me at the same time. It is a musical masterpiece from a true Master & I thank you so very much for giving it to us all.

[@maryannturton9830]

As a parent,my heart breaks for you...She lives in your heart forever,and my prayer is that you would be reunited with her one day in heaven!💞

[@JeanetteFaith]

Bless you....you will be with her again one day.

[@patricia5570]

🌱🌈

[@stevensmith5254]

More than likely he has noticed it and he has played at a funeral of one of his fans that i believe died in a car accident.i want to be careful what i say to you.I well say he is my favorite poet as how he moves my emotions and things i have gone through and you have gone through much more.i just want to tell you that Jesus is real and loves you i know this because he supernationaly was made real to me and im not crazy lol.

[@cancerchemoandcannabis]

I'm sorry for your loss 🙏

[@patrickellen6603]

I am 62. I have carried this song with me since my teens. The truth reveals itself, always.

[@MissMadeleine9]

My brother Alan left for college the year this album came out. I was 14 and missed him dreadfully. He had been my champion & defender against an emotionally abusive mother. I adored him & he counseled me to listen to this song. I could never understand why exactly and I never asked him. He died in a car crash when I was 19 & then it made so much sense. I feel it's kind of a little mystical gift to me from Alan through Jackson, heh heh. Thanks, Jackson. I try everyday to make a joyful sound.

[@waskyper8]

Very much appreciated what you wrote. I am very sorry for your loss, yet I believe your brother's Spirit certainly lives on thru the great sounds in this song. I have always loved this music & find it to be such a help in times of stress, thanks for your words. Blessings to you.

[@ronbelote]

Madeleine Brown Your comment , I am sure , will be helpful to many . I am sorry for your loss of your brother .

[@lornocford6482]

[@inatizzy2]

Im sooo sorry for your loss. I, too, have lost a brother and best friend, 3 years ago. He was a Jackson Browne fan, big time! as much, or more so than I. I miss him. He turned me on to a lot of great, classic music.

[@LovezTunez]

I lost my brother at a young age,too (24.) He left me no words or songs of comfort as wonderful as this. It’s been over 25 years and I still miss him every day. God bless you.

[@msconrad01]

I was a senior in college the year this song came out. I am a 61 year old business owner these days. The words are haunting . . . and so so true. I now have married daughters and 6 grandchildren. I will be buried to this song as well. I hope a better world is drawing near. The World does keep turning.

[@paulbarton2515]

Have listened to lots of music at age 70. "Dancer" is the consummate statement about our existence and exit from this planet. One of the most beautiful songs ever written. Jackson is a true gift to all of us,

[@amramjose]

I agree, this is the most beautiful song I have ever heard.

[@Slynell1]

I agree. Beautifully written, absolutely stunning. It took many listens to understand it

[@galumpha]

I agree. 76 years old here and this is the essence.

[@colleen5872]

55...and along with Late For the Sky..these are my two favorites He is has been such a gift to me...since the age of 15 It's hard getting old

[@sharonkelly8533]

So true!!!!

[@kennethreeves8091]

Simply the best songwriter of our time; a poet, a genius. The Great songwriter in the sky smiled on him, as he does us, when we listen.

[@tonioshea9870]

Indeed.

[@sherrigilson7276]

Yes he Is.No one can compare to him.Had the pleasure of seeing him a few times in the 70's.San Diiego California.

[@jimatkins5703]

He and Don Hensley are most surely the poets of our time. This song which I loved from my twenties means a totally different thing now having lost my sweet son at only 38 years old.It’s like a song I can hear playing right in my ear,I can’t sing it I can’t help listening

[@Chatticathi]

Just found this song.....I am dedicating it to my ex husband, who died suddenly January 15th, exactly 1 month before his 56th birthday. He loved Jackson Browne, and this is so appropriate to honor him with. RIP my Jimmy....I miss you more each passing day.

[@cassidyhampton8005]

One of my favorite songs ever, reminds me of my father that died of Cancer.. RIP Daddy ❤️

[@rubinmendoza13]

True story: A few years out of college, I produced the music video for this song. (I produce commercials now). I was already a huge JB fan and the thought of working with him, even for two days was incredible. We shot the entire video at his childhood home on the south side of Pasadena (Highland Park?). Sitting on the porch with only the two of us during our lunch break, was amazing. He told me the story of this song and also told me the story of my favorite JB song, The Pretender... To think I was sitting in the same porch that “...where the children solemnly wait for the ice cream vendor..” was inspired from. To make my experience even better, he lost the keys to his car when we were done on the second and final filming day, so guess what?! I got to drive him home to his place in Santa Monica at 2:00am! Just me and Jackson Browne. I’ve since worked with tons of celebrities, but he still ranks as the most down to Earth and genuinely kind. (Will Smith was #2). This was back in about 1994-95?? I’m not sure why, but I can’t find this video anywhere online. I still have my VHS copy, though. Maybe one day, I’ll have it transferred to digital. He’s an nice as he is talented.

[@donalddingler1263]

This must have been an incredible experience. I have listen to Jackson Browne all of my adult life, it put me in a place no one else could take me.

[@jimatkins5703]

I worked for Electric Factory Concerts back in the day and met him on 3 different occasions. Down to earth humble man.

[@georgeredhawk1996]

What was the story of the song The Pretender? The line in that song that got me was the two lines, “Out into the cool of the evening strolls the pretender . He knows all his hopes and dreams begin and end there.” Where I heard that it just blew me away. Another one is a song by Lou Reed called “What’s Good”. The line, “ you loved a life that others throw away nightly, it’s not fair, not fair at all “.

[@people4peace999]

That's so outrageous......woak..night of a life 🪄🎶🕊😊

[@maryannturton9830]

Fabulous memory!

[@jdwilkins2000]

What a fantastic song! Everything on "Late for the Sky" was a masterpiece, it's one of the finest albums ever produced. I never get tired of listening to it in all it's glory. Thank you, Jackson, for sharing this with the world!

[@MrCretemaniam]

There will be endless people loving Jackson's music ......it's a certain breed that are here listening .....we feel the same and I love you all .

[@765ketyjo]

Call me sentimental by all means,but for me this is Jackson's masterpiece. Anyone who has a lost a loved one and hears this song can't failed to be moved by it's poetry.

[@stanpennycook5414]

I agree but late for the sky and the shape of a heart must be up there with it .

[@beverlybozarth3921]

This song made me love Jackson Brown!!

[@ericphinney5053]

Jackson has been a source of spiritual wisdom for me for a long time. The line "It's like a song i can hear playing right in my ear That i can't sing; i can't help listening" has been right in my ear when any loved one or friend has passed. As i write this on 3/31/20, i have learned that Jackson has tested positive for covid-19. I pray he is not taken from us.

[@LisaDemangeat]

Our dying mother (who was a dancer ) took her last breath on the last beat of this song. ❤I wanted to write JB and tell him how his poetry helped her let go but by chance my cousin ran into him in a bar a few days and got to tell him in person. Very magical!

[@eddythefan]

and how did he respond to all that ???

[@leezapye8947]

@@eddythefan mycousin said he seemed pretty touched...but y’a never know he could have just thought, ugh another groupie with some fake story.

[@avavincent9481]

This song has brought some understanding for alot of people. Have long loved it, now I repeat the lyrics too myself each day as I struggle to come to terms with loss of my husband in 2020. When it's a really tough day I say well woman here's the dance you have to do alone, how prophetic Jackson is and at such a young age ❤

[@bferrell1797]

So sorry for your loss. It's been 5&1/2 years for me. Sending wishes for healing, strength, comfort and peace.

[@henrywoolley4934]

I'm a dad with 3 kids, all have lives in turmoil at the moment, yet again Jackson helps me through, he has been doing this for over 40 years now,he's probably fed up with it by now.

[@9lorac]

Me too, whenever hard or sad times I listen to Jackson Browne

[@hippywizard]

My grandfathers funeral song. And my favorite song of all time 😊 bless all x

[@aliciamariecampanella4233]

This song chokes me up invariably. Cant listen to it without getting tearful.

[@garyf1048]

Songs. The contemporary prophets

[@garyf1048]

We are never alone even when we are. The final dance is The great surrender. Or The great redemption. Both the Same

[@amramjose]

Yes it has the same effect on me, no matter how many times I play it and try not to cry, it always happens.

[@zolliebryd2495]

the truth always does that to you, it is the dance, His, YHVH''s.The last dance you do with Him.

[@rg2027x]

same...

[@barbaraphillips3959]

Have loved this man and his music for over 40 years.

[@jtfinan]

I have too, Barbara. Early 70's

[@tonydigiovanni9077]

Me too, 62.

[@mariatellier2471]

I lost my dad last friday morning.he was at home, when he a heart attack. The first song i thought of was this song. I find comfort dad is not suffering any more. these past 5 yrs was tough for him and his family. he was not the man that i loved and admired. when life hands me a loss like this , i find comfort hearing JB. his songs help get threw life's sorrows. thank JB, and dad, i'll see one day.

[@DreamKidSteve]

+Maria Tellier - Thinking of you and your Dad. Please you have found comfort here.

[@ThePowerfulpierre]

+Maria Tellier Hi Maria, the first time I ever heard this song, was on a BBC TV programme called "The Old Grey Whistle Test". It was 1976 - a matter of months after my Dad had been killed in a freak accident. He was 49 years old and I was 18. This song spoke to me and has done ever since. I hope the pain eases soon.

[@Fran-sh6eu]

+Maria Tellier , I am sorry for your loss. I lost my dad to complications from a heart attack on Friday morning in January many, many years ago. I still miss him, but find comfort in muaic, too, as well as my memories. I hope the same for you. & like you, I believe that we will both see our dads one day.

[@jamieslate64]

So sorry Maria. I lost my father too last summer. This song, this share, thank you.

[@jaw444]

Maria Tellier today is the 2 year anniversary of the car accident death of my oldest friend's husband (we've been friends for 57 years since we were 10). she posted about it on FB and this song is the first thing i thought of so i ended up on this you tube page to get the link and post it on her thread. 'you never know what will be coming down.' she loves jackson browne. I was turned on to this album by the love of my life, he came over one night in 1974 with this album, "you gotta hear this," he loved this song and everything Jackson Browne. He died in 2011. i listen to it often. Just now when i played it here before copying and posting it, i cried through the whole song. i need to cry when things remind me how much i will always miss him. it also came without warning. keep a fire for the human race...

[@JohnDoe-zb7dz]

This song is so mis-interpreted. Even though the song was written for a close friend who was a dancer and died a horrible death, Jack states the song is metaphor for all of us. We are all dancers, and the world is our dance floor. I felt this from the first time I heard it. Brought tears to my eyes because of my feelings for my daughter who I haven't seen for over 20 years. Peace to all.

[@madaysiamason1734]

LEGENDARY! When you think of how young JB was when this was written. I've seen him live, in concert, at least 15 x's & was never disappointed. So talented, humble, and real. Thank you, Jackson, for all of your tremendous music. I Love You!💜

[@ohnean1]

" Somewhere between the time you arrive and the time you go may lie a reason you were alive... but you'll never know" BEAUTIFUL !!! What a wonderful way of saying "find every reason you can to LIVE"

[@larryholfelder976]

I remember listening to the Late for the Sky 8 track on my way home at age 18 from a night out. The words and music soaked into my soul and mind. It still does with even deeper meaning today. Bravo Jackson Browne.

[@colerainfan1143]

Me too, Larry. Me too.

[@tonyfabello436]

Me three

[@finlaygorman3209]

such a sad but wonderful song by a master song writer, my wife loved his music and this track was played at her funeral as we carried the coffin in, I miss her more every day and am crying as I type this. Thank you Jackson for your music.

[@Andrew-tx9jy]

Was driving home after dropping my daughter off at college a couple of weeks ago and this song came on the radio. It was the first time I ever heard it, can't believe I went so long without knowing of it and I consider myself knowledgeable about music. Show's we're all still learning no matter how old we are or how much we think we know. Excellent music with meaning, fills you with elation, calmness and sadness in equal measure.

[@atosthewarrior]

and he wrote this when he was only 16

[@Georgia.J]

That's incredible actually, such a mature lyric with depth and knowledge for a boy of only 16. So much empathy too. I think he must have have been rather amazing💞

[@TheCheezhead15]

Now that I'm terminal I really get the line "In the end there is one dance you'll do alone

[@kyleklatka517]

I can’t believe someone hasn’t replied to you. So I will. I hope someone is there to hold your hand and give you comfort in your final days. I think about my own death a lot now that I’m a certain age and it scares the hell out of me. I have no idea what’s over there but i know what I’m leaving behind. I hope you find comfort. Good luck and bless you and those you leave on this plane.

[@mattrogers6487]

Shit, I was just contemplating the thought of what that line truly means and then I saw this. I'm so sorry. I really hope your battle went well x

[@yourguyaldrin1585]

Hope you're doing well now

[@gaylejohnson713]

I'm so sorry

[@eddievibbert6740]

Godspeed Cheesehead. Save all of us a place or at least meet us at the gate.

[@imautopian]

So beautiful ...JB pulled me through some awful times. I love him.

[@JamesMiles619]

me two

[@johnurban7333]

Everything about this song is perfect. The lyrics, music and singing are so touching and beautiful that I never get tired of it. My all time favorite Jackson Browne song. I just love this song and everything it says and feels. Thanks for posting with the lyrics.

[@thomaskearns193]

To me, the ending is positive in light of our lack of knowledge about the real future. I love this song, I love this artist- you have blessed me greatly!

[@mikegrier2829]

JB brings me back to this Earth, feet on the ground, whenever I start drifting away and not even realizing that I’ve lost touch with everything, everyone…even myself.

[@jdnelson9114]

I am 66 years young (and old) and have relistened this song for the first time again ... I can feel the spirit in it and I have reflected on life being a dance for a long time ... my angst almost ripped me from life and I am now looking through the lens created by understanding the truth of scripture which promises to guide us to learn to dwell in the peace of God which exists beyond all thought. Seek and you shall find, search and it will be opened to you ... Hallelujah ... jw.org.

So much the soundtrack of my life ❤ this song is sad but uplifting at the same time. That Jackson at such a young age could write like this. Wisdom is not always dependent on age. Just think about his song Before the Deluge 😢❤️

[@dharmacharimahasiddhi4130]

This track has been the source of much comfort and insight over the years. I first encountered it in 74, I was listening to it on the way to the birth of my youngest daughter and reflecting on the death of my Dad three years before. The whole album Late For The Sky has come to mean so much over the years to the whole family, my partner and two daughters, and this track in particular has been a source of solace at times of loss. Although sad it is so affirmative.

[@dharmacharimahasiddhi4130]

C'est beau et touchant ce que tu écrit là que je ne viens de découvrir que pour la première fois, car j'ignorais comment ça marche ce truc de Google+! A bientôt sur HangOuts j'espère! Je t'embrasse

[@adammorgan8031]

This is a song I always relate to my Grandfather. He always wanted us (all his children and grandchildren) to dance their own song. I was deployed overseas when he passed. The message (telegraph) of his passing crushed me. I couldn't come home, I couldn't say good bye. Years later I found this song and knew it was his.

[@dennismartin8966]

I really like this song. Jackson Browne has been a favorite musician of mine for 40 years or so. So much passion, such great music, a man singing from his heart.

[@tonyb83]

I just love this song.......Every time I hear it it makes me feel warm inside.....

[@alisonmcginnis5304]

My mother passed away last month. She was in the hospital for a few weeks prior to us bringing her home to pass. I must have listened to this song a hundred times in those few weeks--could not help myself. It fit my emotions. Beautiful song. Thanks, Jackson.

[@nicobjb]

artist, poet,musician, story teller and most of all human being.

[@duncanny199]

Love this very beautiful and thought provoking song but sure hope Jackson's view on life when he was younger has changed from somewhere between the time you've arrived and the time you go may lie a reason you were alive but you'll never know... none of us are here by meaningless chance so hope we all may know why is my prayer..

[@Genjo_N_Mojave]

I told my brother who was 14 yrs. my younger back around the time he was old enough to comprehend impermanence, "bury me to this song when I go". That was back in the early 70s. .I've seen Jackson over 9 times in 7 different venues, in the 70s alone and another 6 times in the 80s to present. Uncanny and sadly enough I had to bury my brother, to this song, per his own request, a year prior to his untimely,surprising sudden passing, 5 yrs. ago at the age of 37. Thank You Jackson for gift.

[@rubinmendoza13]

Robert Marcotte Robert, I haven’t lost a sibling yet, but your story touched me, deeply. Thank you for sharing. Hugs to you...

[@johnboyharia57]

JB was the favorite of my big brother who died in 2007. Since that time I listen to his music in a different way and feel my brother very close. Jackson's music helps my through the difficult times. Thank you so much for this Jackson

[@jimb1845]

It's November 2019 and I still come back to listen to this! Am I the only one?

[@twohawk1203]

You are not the only one. JB gives so much through his music. I have been away for a long time, but, have listened to him since 1974 or so. He is a gift.

[@tinypurplefishesrunlaughin8052]

My face is wet

[@hopefuldeplorable6890]

Haunting anthem to the pain of loss. Soooo beautiful.

[@dinahaddington6334]

Brilliant man. Best cure for dry-eye. Lifetime fan.

[@Cynthia-Landers]

So it's 03/31/14 & I just discovered this song, like, today 'cuz of Wayne Dyer quoting it in one of his lectures here on YT. What can I say--late bloomer. But 200 years from now people will still be moved by this song.

[@kurtleinenkugel7026]

Not asking your age, but just wanted to let you know how much I agree with you. I have loved this song since 1974 when the album came out. Especially since I drove almost the exact car as Jackson used on the cover of the album this song comes from, "Late For The Sky". I was already a fan of JB's before this album, but after it came out, I had to be! That is a 1954 2-door Chevy on the cover of the album, and I inherited my Grandmother's 1954 4-door Chevy of the same color and I drove it for approx 15 years. The car never let me down just like Jackson never has.

[@BrianFlemingSpeaker]

Same here! But 6 years after you. I just heard Wayne Dyer quote this song in a KZbin video and I had to look it up and hear it. So glad I did.

[@BrianFlemingSpeaker]

This is the video I just heard him quote this song in: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5y8d2qujpuDmdU

[@fordy2604]

Brilliant lyrics brilliant man Jackson is without doubt the best singer songwriter ever too grace gods green 👍

[@765ketyjo]

Just the words alone move me,let alone put this wonderful tune. I'm in tears again listening to it,remembering my dear Father.The find the words are so profound. How can 54 people give wonderful song a thumbs down? Then again,i look at the election of Trump and it makes a LITTLE sense i suppose?

[@susanyahn7129]

my husband got me the BESt gift for Christmas.. a Bose radio for the kitchen that pulls from Pandora, etc.. the first thing I did was get it on the James Taylor channel and with that comes alot of JB.. I had long forgotten many of his songs and am so enjoying to listening to them all again.. he is a wonderful wordsmith with such words set to such beautiful music.. thank youJB

[@amramjose]

Melancholy and beautiful lyrics. What a great and moving song.

[@tinarod8697]

My father committed suicide 3 years ago . He was funny and child like we were best friends and when he would joke around to much and I would tell him to stop he would always say “ I’m a dancer kid I’ll never stop dancing “ it was his way of saying he will never grow up anyway . 1 year after his suicide I was up late crying and this song popped up on my suggested songs and for what ever reason it hit me right in my soul it almost felt like his goodbye letter to me . And when I’m sad or I miss him I like to give it a listen

[@heyloosie9605]

This song in 1974, after my mother's loss to breast cancer and other deaths that year almost as close to me, attached me permanently to the sky. It is where I have spent my life - all 72 years, and where I shall always find myself and where I shall always find my solace. I still have to rise and dance to the sweetness every time it plays. It explains everything to me.

[@deanpapadopoulos3314]

To miss Jackson Brown is to miss one of the greatest thinkers and philosophers who has put ideas to lyrics and to music. What a Diamond.

[@OneInnerDepth]

Keep a fire for the human race Let your prayers go drifting into space You never know what will be coming down Perhaps a better world is drawing near And just as easily it could all disappear Along with whatever meaning you might have found Don't let the uncertainty turn you around (The world keeps turning around and around) Go on and make a joyful sound

[@aliclarkeful]

OneInnerDepth de2

[@gboydmoore1564]

One of the Greatest Songs -My Friend went down in South America somewhere - I Loved him !! I was good at football, he at Baseball... we were both a little wild and wanting ... adventure I still miss him that was I believe in 76 a Wonderful, Mischievous Smile with freckles ...

[@stevebradshaw9737]

My dad died in1999 and the first song after the shock wore off, I turned to Jackson Browne for comfort in song. The lyrics I don't know why people die. Can't seem to grasp it as hard as I try. Those words are true to my grieving for this tragedy that has taken my beautiful dad away from me.

[@stevebradshaw9737]

Come on people of my generation

[@iamintheburg]

Steve Bradshaw Yeah, I understand. Completely. My little brother couldn't walk or talk for the last 5 years or so of his life : his tombstone reads INTO A DANCER YOU HAVE GROWN. Yeah, I understand and agree and appreciate your human need to know that someone else realizes and is there with you. " ......comfort in song. " Yep, you said it, Steve. We're blessed to have JB for the comfort.

[@stevebradshaw9737]

I want to thank you very much for your email and, for your compassion for song in comfort.

[@emilya7708]

I'm not from your generation but I'm my parents are, & I completely get it. 💜 this song & Jackson Browne.

[@LovezTunez]

I wish I had paid attention to the lyrics of this wise song when it was released. It would have helped when I lost my younger brother and later our mother. I didn’t think I could survive his death. And the person I was did not survive her death. She was my cheerleader, my moral compass, my self-confidence - I wasn’t afraid to aim high because even failure would not cause her love for me to waiver. Now I see that if I had trusted & followed the many things she taught me and instilled in me, and had I believed in myself the way she believed in me, I could have avoided years of drifting farther away from the woman I was (who I think was pretty darned awesome.)

[@rosacutejenniely8339]

To my dad. Even though he wasn't much of a Dancer. He always kept my spirits up. I still miss you but know that you are in peace.This song is truely beautiful. 😘

[@dennisleone2377]

I lost two of my best friends in the last year-- -they were very close to me and we attended Jackson Browne concerts together. One to lung disease and one to liver cancer. This song has so much meaning to me now...

[@natalienelson5384]

Jackson your the best.Do'nt ever stop writing!!Thank. You 💕

[@Madscheva97531]

yes ... so many tributes. this was for my mom, twenty nine years ago and I still cry everytime I hear it!

[@marypatkelly3545]

Just beautiful..years...tears

[@benvanhook5069]

One of my all time favourite songs. Very emotional and meaningful. I love Browne and each of his lyrics. This song while heartbreaking, brings a sense of closure. It was written for a friend who died in a fire, he said at a concert, but I feel this song is relatable to so many people on many different levels. Beautifully written and very emotional

[@danbandini2156]

Was 18 when I buried my childhood best friend that died in front of me suddenly. I always think of him with this song "feel stupid standing around crying as the ease you down" We had so much fun together.

[@chrisrichey7828]

My father passed on November 16th, 2017.... This right here keeps me dancing... Until we meet again, later, love ya, bye...

[@904paul7]

This song was played at my brothers funeral. My brother was a huge fan of Jackson Brown, knew him . The song is a great song about life

[@VioletRoses24]

I saw him a week ago in Las Vegas. My first concert was the Running On Empty tour in 1977. And here I am 36 years later still seeing him and loving his music!

[@carolinag.4132]

Amazing song!!! with such meaningful Lyrics that make me realize, that sometimes, is easy to lose what matter most in life.

[@waluigi8503]

Duncan Trussell, if you are reading this...I love you. Those two podcasts with your mother changed my life forever. Thank you. To both of you.

[@gloriacollins5948]

I must have always thought you would be around, beautiful words that touch your heart so deep!!

[@jerryoconnell7031]

What an accurate anthem for the loss of a loved one, perfect brilliance by JB, a masterpiece

[@catherineharris1361]

Saw him in Tucson last night, he sang this and it was so very moving. Thank you Jackson.

[@janiceward2088]

Absolutely beyond beautiful..!!

[@stevetaylor1940]

Sometimes you just have to go to end the pain

[@sisterresister2532]

If anyone knew that this would be the song to play once I am dead, that would be nice. I have no such delusions. I am grateful for the many times this song gave me encouragement. I have thrown seeds of my own. Independent busy adults they are now. The dance has become my very own. It will be a great pleasure to do that dance we each do alone. "I am ready to let the river wash over me"- tracy chapman

[@robbowilson5580]

just getting into Jackson Browne after all these years love the voice his way with words.

[@ericamarshall4127]

I played this at my late husband's celebration of life service. It was such a tribute to him.

[@rebeccaharloff5862]

my brother has been gone for many years but this song always reminds me of him

[@Andrew-tx9jy]

Rebecca Harloff Sorry to read about your brother I lost my brother a couple of months ago, I keep thinking things are improving but sometimes a wave of sadness hits me, hopefully this will eventually ease but I can empathise with where you are. The trouble is that the world goes on and the bad things seem to compound the loss, I guess we must tell ourselves that the world is bright, colourful, majestic and hopeful despite the darkness we find ourselves in at certain times. Dance our sorrow away.

[@ducatiboy6668]

Utterly amazing song JB one of the greatest songwriters ever.

[@peggysuchan5720]

I have loved this song from the first time that I ever heard it...many many years ago...

[@scarlettohara5030]

My favorite Jackson Browne song....got me through the passing of my mother. "just do the steps you've been shown" XO

[@sarminmahase5033]

Thank u 4 ur heart rendering songs 2 d world

[@1Noneyabusiness]

I love Jackson's music. It seems that when he sings, he sings from his heart right to yours. It transforms you and puts your soul at rest.

[@joed.2283]

A beautiful song. Thank you Jackson.

[@normvw4053]

I missedmy 40th class reunion, due to obligations to a friend's funeral and to my 2nd year Confirmation class. Anyway I'd like to dedicate this song to the Los Lunas High School Class of 1979. Sorry I couldn't be there, but you were in my heart that weekend. I hope those of us who are left, strength, happiness and good memories.

[@kennymurphy6386]

Absolute American Poet! Thank Jackson 4 the emotional horsepower that Never failed to deliver

[@jkilmer421]

One of the BEST songs EVER!

[@01091955able]

I agree with you that most of songs in the '70 are beautiful both music and lyrics. Jackson Browne is one of an artist from '70 that I like. I've collected his albums In Thailand, there are radio station playing songs in the '70. I promise to recomment your channel to all of my friends.

[@ryanharris869]

Good friend of mine died yesterday and he was a great dancer and a great man RIP Herb Cressman, I love you pal and I’m gonna miss you,hope to see you again in Heaven!!!

[@amandaspeede5482]

Said goodbye to my dad to this song and it breaks my heart it's amazing The tears flow and flow...

[@jamilahcagney6391]

Amanda Mulvihill i’m so sorry for your loss, i lost my mum 4 days ago, this will be her funeral song. her mums favourite song and also hers

[@russgrunert3955]

Hauntingly beautiful JB is a poet.

[@emmaaum22]

Knowing what was behind this song, I watched him perform it live at Pittsburgh's Civic Arena and I gushed with tears. It must be to him as Joni mitchell described. That if you turn a difficult feeling into a song, it then exists outside of you. I think if I'd written this, I'd be a puddle of mush on the floor before I could perform and get all the through it.

[@paulh7315]

I was a dancer at the time this came out, I felt it was meant for me personally, still love it

[@Teddyb1939]

This is magical, love it, Lovely to dance to, no pun ,

[@jameshall536]

Had this played at my ex-wifes memorial service 3 yrs ago it was one of her favorites and means alot to me

[@vigilantegal]

One of my fav items songwriters of all time

[@pokeypoet]

The sound track of my life...

[@NimmerSoft]

IN THE END THERE IS ONE DANCE YOU'LL DO ALONE !!!!!!

[@jshelledy1]

Who writes lyrics like this? Only Jackson Browne.

[@pamelafodor7292]

NimmerSoft V

[@grioghairmacgrioghair5311]

the secret is to dance that moment well

[@stellaercolani3810]

♡♡♡ so many I loved have gone, so hard to feel strong.

[@rayreinhard1077]

"I don't know what happens when people die, Can't seem to grasp it as hard as I try. It's like a song I can hear playing right in my ear that I can't sing; I can't help listening."

[@eaglerare22]

I just lost my 36 year old daughter, Jessie to a fentanyl overdose on Mother's Day. She was full of life & joy until about 5 years ago. A marriage dissolved, lost her home, custody of her daughter, car, everything. She became addicted, even did a short span in prison (and dried out), but it did not stop the craving for this insidious drug. I listened to Jackson's song when the album came out years back & lamented a good high school friend lost to an overdose of M.D.A. as it was known and my first marriage. I didn't think I'd be listening to it today for the loss of Jessica, it is unbearable & unknown how I can be joyous again, but...she has a daughter just 8 that I want to see grow up so I can remind what a beautiful soul her mother was during most of her life. Love to Jessie I'll you in my dreams, baby girl. - "Dad"