Joe Nichols - An Old Friend Of Mine

[@paullittle2028]

Lost my old friend 6-26-2006. Saved my life and marriage. I am blessed

[@dennisbarnes7933]

January 26th 2010 for me...forever changed...❤

[@paullittle5152]

@@dennisbarnes7933 way to go my friend-yes changed forever and the better much better

[@pagasa1]

This man knows how to sing true country. Why haven't we heard more of his great strong voice these past 20 years? Where ever you are Joe, find a studio, find a mike and start singing again!

[@dennisbarnes7933]

I agree 100% ...i love his music and a lot of the songs he sings hits home for me...this song especially...i said goodbye to an old friend of mine on january 26th 2010....been sober and forever change since...

[@jtuckerii]

I just want to say congratulations to Joe for overcoming his addiction to alcohol. Way to be a role model for the rest of the world. Everyone, it doesn't matter famous or not, can be caught up in an addiction. And you can overcome it.

[@GoldenPig2012]

I didn't say good-bye to my "old friend" until after the ones I'd loved and who loved me were done. I did time, lost custody (well-deserved), but I've said good-bye and when I hear this song, I celebrate and hope for those who are still hand-in-hand with the old friend, no matter the form it takes, that leads them so far away from what is freedom and joy.

[@DaynaKristene]

For a sixteen year old to say that they can kind of relate to this song is so messed up. Joe, you're quite possibly my hero. I'm so glad i was introduced to your music and grew up listening to it. And i'm insanely blessed to have met you. I have nothing but thanks to say to you. You've changed my life so, so, so much. You were the glue that kept my family together. You ARE the faith that my brother holds onto. You're the only thing that keeps me sane. ... Just, thank you times a million.

[@maricle100]

I can't believe Joe Nichols existed without my discovering it!! He's amazing! He should perform more often, more people should demand his live performance!!!Thanks for sharing it.

[@tgh223]

they wouldnt play his music they wont to play junk country or i dont know what u call it rap pop hip hop i call it bull shit

[@dennisbarnes7933]

If you liked this song by Joe, you should watch the official video for "I'll wait for you" by Joe Nichols...he knows how to hit the heart with his songs

[@genestidham7043]

One of my favorite singers

[@quentindugger5389]

On July 10th of this year I said goodbye to an old friend of mine. I quit liquor last December but beer and wine wouldn't quit me. At the bar right before I went on to do my show I had already had 6 beers, then after my performance I turned to my wife and said "I think I want to be done". And in just 3 short months once my mind was made up for good I've dropped about 22 pounds of a beer gut, got a good job, and my marriage has never been stronger. I apologize for rambling but this song performed by this amazing artist just got to me.

[@fredwood420]

Who in the world could give that a thumbs down? As of right now 69 people have.

[@purplekat6589]

8 years, 10 months, 12 days, and still some days I miss that ole friend but still never want to see him again.

[@psgutters]

I spent about 15 years in meth addiction. I was broke, broken and homeless. On July 28th, 2003, an angel dressed in a police uniform arrested me for domestic violence. I had never been to jail before and when the handcuffs went on me I felt as if a ton of bricks had been lifted off of my shoulders. I knew at that moment that the hell I was living was over. And it was and is.

[@fredwood420]

How could someone give that a thumbs down. I've been a Joe Nichols fan for a long time. That's quality, not like that crap they call country today. Have you heard Carrie Underwood's latest? Be honest. I don't know what kind of music that is.

[@SilentWeaponsQuietWars]

It's probably KZbin algorithms.

[@mikeshappy1]

Joe Nichols sings a song the way Merle and George use to when you felt every word. Awesome song .

[@emiliovaqueromartin1656]

Haggard and Jones style best last 50 years traditional country standar. Ballads and honky tonks music. Inspiration singer 80. 90.00.10.20. Joe Also.

[@matthewlepak2878]

That's a great way to put it!

[@ETenne-c7e]

Pt.2 He opened his first buisness of many at age 22.He had it all,but he couldn't give alcohol up.He never hit me,but he neglected me badly,let me starve,and face humiliation.He was gone months at a time drunk.He was a maniac when drinking.Through it all I loved him unconditionally.The things I witnessed I'll never forget.I have emotional scars that will never disappear.My uncle's raised me,I lost 2 of them to alcoholism.Iv lost others to the addiction.We never know others pain.Thank You Joe N.

[@bigbluemsp]

I'm glad you turned life around. Usualy I arrest the same ones over and over and they always talk of changing but never do. I'm glad to hear someone did..

[@bigchicken88]

I love this song but so dam heartfelt and tough its a tearjerking song... recovering alcoholic last April after 10 yrs of boozing (started at 14)and the toughest thing to do is let go of the only thing that can get you thru a tough day. everyday is a temptation, urges temptation the need to drink seems to never go away.....

[@dev.tirebit]

how's it going? stay strong...

[@bigchicken88]

Iam Anonymous doing fine. picked up smoking the urges to drink got to strong AA helps a lil but not enough. thanks for asking. :-)

[@dev.tirebit]

bigchicken88 Good for you, but maybe you can get help with something other than smoking tobacco, i got rid of my coke addiction with weed after consulting my doctor. and i am on my way to quit tobacco as well. nicotine is really bad for you, at least you can quit weed anytime with 2 weeks withdrawal, but tobacco takes years, so you probably should consider taking the lesser evil. and stay strong.

[@chrismichaelurbanski7834]

Great song

[@peachiejean5643]

I love this song! It brought back memories of when my husband quit drinking because of heart attacks then surgery. He passed away seven months after his heart surgery. This song touched me in more ways than anyone will ever know. Thank you! @joenichols

[@againstthepoints9486]

So powerful. I needed this. I've been an alcoholic since I was a freshman in college and I'm 21 now. I drink every day. I would go to college football practice drunk. Sometimes songs like this is all you need to hear. Thanks, Joe.

[@slimseamster6171]

Well tomorrow makes 2 full years without a drop of alcohol. On July 13th, 2018 I put my best friend down and I been taking it one day at a time ever since..

[@dustinisaacs3215]

Hits home every time I listen

[@almanaylor2586]

I can only hope and pray that my son can do the same thing, only its drugs, was a law enforcement officer for 18 years, got mixed up in pain pills that led to meth, lost family, three kids, grandkids, and job, plus retirement, second stent in prison, first was for 3 years, this time it was 7 years. I will be 80 years old when he gets out. Just hope I live that long. I'm 76 years old now, but I'm the only family he has left. God willing I will still be here.

[@phenomenal68]

What a heartfelt song!! Joe Nichols is a true talent!! LOVE IT!!!!!

[@mainer48]

love this too,Joe is wonderful,and god bless him,he is the best male country singer ever,we love ya Joe,please never stop singing

[@SquallLionhart409]

Why isn't Joe more well-known? The more I hear of him, the better he sounds.

[@ETenne-c7e]

1of2~Joe hasn't been in the spotlight for awhile.Due to his addiction.He went through hell.This is the first time I have allowed myself listen to it.I decided today would be the right time to do so.My father passed away 15 years ago today,from extreme alcoholism.I survived 32 years watching him kill himself slowly.We tried everything,nothing worked.He was smart,highly respected,graduated with honors,star football player,a military school graduate as well.He wore the best,drove the best.pt.2

[@jerrymcguire8806]

love this song never had trouble with drinking but had two brothers that struggled with it and one who still fighting God bless this man for telling his story

[@jerryellis835]

I met her once, all I could say was Hello, nothing else.

[@michaeltipping]

Man what a fricken killer song !! I met Brock (one of the writers) at Picks in Nashville. What a great message !! and Joe did an amazing job

[@grantpfam]

i went through years of self harming felt id never get out of it because when i looked at the scars i hated them so i cut them i never thought id find love becaus nobody could love someone so scared in soul and in flesh but when i found the girl im now in love with she ran her fingers over each scar and just told me those times are gone now all the hurt inside can be gone and ever since that day she has held me in her heart and loved me for who i am not what i look like, ive never looked back

[@stevenrebekah]

Great for you. This same thing happened to my husband in 1997, it saved his life. This is a awsome song.

[@watneh]

its safe to say that he's got one of the best voices in country music

[@davidredhawk]

If you've been there...no explanation is necessary if you havent..none will do. Brilliant Joe. Thank you.

[@MultiDarkSlayer]

love how Joe actually gets into his feelings with his songs thats a true country singer there

[@jennifervanhoose8229]

"OLD FRIEND OF MINE" IS FANTASTIC BY "JOE"!!!!!! GREAT JOB ON THIS ONE!!!!!!!!

[@joannhughey4620]

Jennifer Van Hoose A

[@matthewlepak2878]

Jesus bless you!

[@BubblesForever1995]

I hear this song, and I think of july 2010... The hardest month of my life. But reliefe for my best friend in the whole world. He was suffering from asophagial cancer. It had spread to his lungs, liver, and kidnies... Saying goodbye to that old friend of mine never seemed so hard. I've known him my whole life, and he had known me for 16 years of his. I love and truely miss you Grandpa, Thank you for being my Guardian Angel for 7 months and forever more♥

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤

[@fredwood420]

You have to admit, he's one of the best ever. He's got anyone in today's country beat all to he//

[@CarlaJGardiner4Real]

Sometimes we have to hit rock bottom before we realize life is more than our addictions. Strength and love pulls us through tough times if we allow it to. Family, friends and those who believe in us give us hope that we can conquer anything.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@daveclarke1570]

It's been about 13 months since I've had my last drink. My road to sobriety has been long and hard there's not a day that doesn't go by that I think about having a drink. But my life and my family are more important and that's why I fight to keep myself sober everyday just keep working my steps and and saying the Serenity Prayer helps me

[@seancampbell9740]

God love you dave..stay strong

[@daveclarke1570]

@@seancampbell9740 two years sober living clean

[@camdoug1992]

Joe rocks i grew up in the country loving all of his songs

[@BrokenHeartedVS]

I live for these types of Joe Nichols songs. They're my favorites. The ones that matter and pull on your heartstrings or make you think. I don't know how I managed to miss this song, since I've been following Joe Nichols since I was five, but, I love it, nevertheless.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@BrokenHeartedVS]

@@joenichols6175 you know who says "it's really me"? People that's not really Mr. Nichols. 🙃

[@joenichols6175]

Text me on my private tour number so that will can talk better ok

[@shanerichard9497]

on april 12 , 2015 i said goodbye to an old friend of mine called drugs

[@chad9812]

+Shane Richard i fell ya

[@shanerichard9497]

+chad thorpe September 12, 2015 made 5 months clean and sober

[@kevinjames6087]

Keep strong brother you ain't alone on this one.

[@chad9812]

thanks bro

[@shanerichard9376]

+Rose Hein I went back to drugs and drinking and I hope I can stay away from it. I'm still struggling though

[@chrisjohn7927]

A finely tuned and heartfelt voice for true country music.

[@gerryrussell1201]

Lucky for those of us how can relate and experience the feeling and. Understand his words !!! Not only alcohol !! But all demons. ! We all Hunan !.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@StacyFranzen-ep6ck]

Joe Nichols is a strong singer.

[@nariaha]

RIP leah smith 17 car crash died before she got out of highschool we will miss you!

[@cowboy10482]

My wife helped me through i used to drink like a fish but she loved me through til my last drink and been married to her for 2 1/2 years years sober now.

[@dexterrowe6576]

This is an instant timeless classic!

[@peggymittag5274]

God bless you!♥️

[@joannbrown9520]

I didn't get to say goodbye to my hero my brother 2 year's ago on march 30th 2017 he passed away it broke my heart life will never be the same and the man i loved said goodbye to me in April 2017 i was the loser I'm still not over it but i put it all in God's hands and I'm trying to move on ...ty Joe Nichols for this song your amazing ......💔💙 JoAnn Houser

[@HeyPrincess100]

Rip Leesa Fenanande Caron April of this year in a bike crash, at 19 years old. We all miss you Leesa!

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤

[@58vickiejom]

This is a heart felt song of many who have recovbered. IT is not a easy row to hoe. Been there done that. This song hits home. 25 years clean and sober.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤

[@jamison603]

Best version ever ❤️

[@savannahkeezer1341]

Al these years together I never thought I would be strong enough to leave it all behind:(

[@savannahkeezer1341]

+Savannah Keezer HE IS SOOOOOOOO AWESOMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE( if you agree like this comment or comment on this comment )

[@sharonbrown8809]

Praying for you Elite.You will make it one day at a time.

[@almanaylor2586]

an addiction to any thing is hard to give up. We must help and love the ones that are fighting every day to stay clean. its not an easy life after you've lost every thing that you have loved.

[@d-rayphelps1630]

The best song Joe's ever dome, and that's saying a lot.

[@veravajr]

You can sing. You are just awesome

[@AnthonyBlaszka]

Congratulations and great song I'm trying to learn it. I just celebrated 9years.

[@cowboy10482]

I can relate to this song. I used to drink like a fish but then i met tha perfect person and married her and got sober.

[@Ownedbeast]

Cant say goodbye.. i love this song i just have to many problems to erase on my own..

[@sutherngrace8]

Anyone here in 2024 saying goodbye? RIP 4/19/23 to my old friend..thankful for what you got me thru but my new friends are no longer toxic now and life is sooo much better without the fear 🎉❤🎉❤

[@dollykester298]

I have never heard of this young man. How expressive he is, along with a good voice.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@susanmoreal7562]

I adore Joe Nichols. He is incredible and hot as hell too

[@lanawillingham8062]

This song "always" gives me goosebumps & sometimes a tear. Joe, you are one of the best & classic singers in any venue! Love, love, love him!

[@thecatthatbarks4725]

Absolutely beautiful song.

[@babyboy20102010]

This song should of been for keith whitley he would of done an awsome job....but it was ment for joe from the heavens...... this is what my dad said:)awesome job joe:)

[@sherimcdaniel3491]

Wow, what a powerful message here. I’ve been there where this song came from-don’t know if you experienced it or not, but I appreciate the honesty you sang it from.

[@dennisbarnes7933]

Joe experienced it....thats why the song hits home

[@mccayharrison6010]

Big inspiration to music,, smooth vocals .. So smooth..

[@robertmccuiston1535]

One of the best he's ever did. I never had such a problem, drugs, drinking but know many of whom have. Love them.

[@quentindugger5389]

Joe is a strong dude mentally. I am very proud of him as well he has inspired me tremendously musically speaking.

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@ericaschartner-asham313]

What a song about guitting drinking.also a great voice and well sung by Mr. Nichols. Today I said good bye to an old friend says it all.

[@bullruckus]

Joe is way under rated!

[@mainer48]

this song is so touching,gets right to the heart, and your soul, you feel everyword and everything that Joe went through,and god bless him forwhat he is and has always been, a wonderful singer and a great man,so proud of him and what he has become,!

[@lindakelly-smith9075]

I saw Joe in concert last fall and he was fantastic. He closes his eyes for many of his songs and he is there in the moment. Wonderful! Of course he is easy on the eye too. :D

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@marklawson9188]

You 51 people that don't like the song must be full blown alcoholic's in denial. Sorry about your pain.

[@babyboy20102010]

This song should of been a keith whitley song....but it was ment for joe from the heavens my dad said so:) awsome job joe

[@jennifervanhoose8229]

BEAUTIFUL SONG BY "JOE"!!!!!!!!

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@lutianmurphy4280]

Great song message and singer !

[@23soccerlife]

@psgutters I wish my brother in law saw the angels dressed in police uniforms as help and not as harm. I hope I can tell this too my brother. And he can find it as touching as I did. Thank you for changing your ways. I now hope my brother can change his too.

[@Secace]

Poignant delivery. Touching message. Joe sings with "old soul."

[@StacyTuomi]

Love you Joe Bichols

[@mstn4me]

Powerful song, message and video. Joe you are awesome!

[@Maverick-Trucker]

love this song. you can tel it came from his heart

[@bodrummond3208]

Joe and Gordon Mote boy it doesn't get much better!!!!!!!

[@Scott-hr8xt]

never heard this...powerful stuff

[@maryann747]

he is well know unless you have been hiding under a rock . he has not done much recent stuff , but listen to the song he was strugglin with alcohol addic and went to get help.. It takes a big man to admit to his problem and going for help when your in the public eye.. He is awesome .. And dam good lookin ...

[@joenichols6175]

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[@txtamaman]

Joe, I don't think Merle Haggard himself could have sang it any better. That's an amazing song and the best vocal I've heard come out of Nashville in years!!!!

[@emiliovaqueromartin1656]

I love Merle Haggard

[@TheDerekw85]

I need to say goodbye

[@emiliovaqueromartin1656]

IN MY MEMORY MY HERO MERLE HAGGARD. TKANKS JOE

[@TheCatsquirrel]

my dad can relate he is quitting drinking and smoking so he is saying goodby to some old friends of his

[@ThatsHackey]

10 months today, It's been tough, It get's easier, Love the song.

[@XShadowMuncherX]

This man makes me cry..

[@kellykremposky2195]

Love will find a way

[@joenichols6175]

Thanks for your love and support Are you one of my fans out there if yes you can call or message me on my talk tour number [phone] to know it's really me message me on for video ᑕᗩᒪᒪ.⚘❤🎼🎵🎤🎶🎤🎻

[@angelgirl38341]

love this hes so awesome ....

[@bagoesv.leeuwen7413]

Prachtig ❤❤❤

[@dawnhaynes1545]

You are purdy country, I love your singing,you are right up there with merle haggard George Jones Keith whit ey you are great I hope to get all your cd,s

[@davidasbury5843]

Thank you I was in the same situation

[@genestidham7043]

He's great.

[@always4u13]

@psgutters Listen to IMAGINE ME, by Kirk Franklin God Loves You and Always Has!! I was homeless too, and my mom wouldn't come. I wasn't on any drugs or anything. I just trusted a friend to pay the rent that I gave him. God NEVER leaves!!! HE sent me an Angel too!! Because HE loves us!!!

[@Countrymade1212]

y is it that joe has so many songs most ppl have heard many times but his veiws r always so low