John Prine "Angel From Montgomery" | Austin City Limits Web Exclusive

[@pnaylish1004]

"How the hell can a person go to work in the morning and come home in the evening and have nothing to say?" Best song writer ever. I miss him.

[@awboat]

He was talking about my dad.

[@solonwoodall1330]

Chill bumps. Is all I can say.

[@BatemanNYC]

Genius!

[@homer3234911]

Be a truck driver

[@kevinkelly1529]

That is a good line. I think about that line OFTEN. ... particularly after I send people interesting messages and get no reply. 😁👌

[@minoguahd3867]

Rest in Peace John Prine. Few ever communicated the strength of American spirit despite the struggles many people face. What a gift to have heard his music.

[@sueschul1]

I'm so sad

[@janeicetinney4105]

So sad, I love this song

[@lukefish9443]

Blows He’s amazing

[@mmds-pc9sw]

❤💔❤

[@TheIoniaboy]

He was Woody Guthrie to me.

[@christiansimmert2372]

Man this one hurts real bad. RIP to one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

[@psychobuzzard]

Man, you said it...jsut a few seconds into the tune and I damn near want to cry....I loved him and his music since her first album ...1971...I was 20 years old

[@ljgsuper]

Yes it does. If I could trade my miserable existence with JP so he could live on , I would.

[@constancelena]

John Prine ❤️ was a genius songwriter from Kentucky and his voice takes me down home 🏡

[@TMullins123]

I'm 70. The years just flow by like a broken down dam... oh hell yeah.

[@janicebieber4722]

70 years young!

[@gtsipejr]

Same here Otis.

[@williampaul8556]

73- AMEN BROTHER! AMEN.

[@mommengaproppe5093]

Let’s party on!

[@born2bwild441]

R.I.P. John Prine. The musical postman who delivered all the right notes ❤️

[@janicebieber4722]

LOVE THAT❤💙💚💛💔

[@duhg599]

Musician here. Just want to call some quick attention to how good John's band is. These players have some mighty good ears! They know just when and how to come in, and how to use a light touch to keep a firm hand on the music.

[@Echzachtly]

Doug has the pleasure of seeing them live a few years ago. His band is absolutely incredible.

[@fishinwithjimgronaw6224]

I agree completely! For live, acoustic style music the musicianship is paramount to bring an impact to the audience. Just because it's not extremely complex doesn't mean it's not great music. Prine was a gutsy, honest and gifted songwriter with insight beyond most and a passion for truthful lyrics that tugged at your heart and dug to your soul. What a terrible loss, yet I was indeed blessed to have seen him live way back in the day...a true blessing.

[@mikew3494]

Same here Doug... They are so tight... The flow is perfect...

[@BillGatliff]

When you've achieved the awesome honor and privilege of supporting John Prine, you make every single note and movement count. Anything less would be blasphemy.

[@martydibergi5228]

And he had John Jorgenson on some records WOW John is a musical genius

[@janeirvine8391]

RIP John Prine. You were a true American treasure and will be greatly missed. You sing in the company of angels. We love you. Our prayers are with your loved ones.

[@garypruitt4289]

One of his best songs. Such a treasure we have to count ourselves lucky that John Prine came into our lives with his music

[@DamonByDesign]

RIP to the one of the greatest song writers to ever walk this earth : (

[@montymartell2081]

I'm sitting here bawling my eyes out just looking at John and thinking about all the wonderful music he made and this wonderful song he's singing

[@joendeb640]

John is an old man now but he was the SHIT for a long time before many of you youngsters. I hope all of you can recognize musical heritage here.

[@jahvuk9764]

He's a LEGEND!! Now Before & forever!!

[@michaelJames1973]

I could hear this song a million times. A million times I get that emotion.

[@Fryerstarter]

Every fucking time.

[@jonathanahovi3937]

Michael Penny right !

[@jch928]

I have heard and seen every version possible of this song including all covers and I can honestly say this is his finest rendition, I like the tempo and non duet format. LEGEND class! Absolute Master of his art. There will never be another.

[@jch928]

Well said, absolutely a master class

[@allyncampbell9834]

One of a kind. He’s an angel now. Fly John. We will miss you.

[@Dawg58]

A sad sad day indeed! The Corona virus has now "hit home" for me. Such a loss......RIP John

[@teresakopsa2245]

William, I so agree, I saw his death listed by someone else, and I burst into tears...so sad. He was old "enough" to die by other means....yet, he died by mean s that could have been prevented. I am so, so, sad about the loss of this great man. His lyricism, and his singing and entertaining were amazing. I am at a loss for words, truly, and I hope I have not mangled this post!!!

[@elbarjones4812]

John Prine could bring a tear to a glass eye. I am Overcome with emotion every time I hear this song. A true genius of our time

[@johnsktdereamer5127]

He's With The Angels Now - Just As He Always Was . . .

[@williamstamper442]

Watched this the other day and came back not even a week later. I'm sure I'll keep coming back.

[@danwarburton3140]

I love how all truly great artists don't mind giving their songs to people who covered them and completely owned them. Just like Bob Dylan giving away All Along The Watchtower. True love for their art. Damn it, man. R.I.P

[@Allergictocatstoo]

Dan Warburton They are authentic talent, sharing their gifts with each other and us! May his memory be a blessing.

[@janicebieber4722]

And he knew how to make a match made n heaven(song wise). Read a bunch of replies. Thanks 4recognizing that great quality, too. And the humor, don't get me started. 😂. Wish there were more givers like that.🤗💖🙋‍♀️.Stay safe.

[@tswrench]

One of the finest songwriters to have ever graced this planet. God bless you, John Prine, Godspeed.

[@ninastilvriend1333]

Such a huge loss. Rest peacefully Mr Prine.

[@mauters]

rest easy, John Prine. damnit, you could turn a phrase.

[@braydendeweese7175]

Man this one gets you. If you grew up listening to this man you know what I mean.

[@foomanshooo]

Please, Mr. Prine, pull through and beat this horrible virus.

[@CrispyMOFO91]

He past away.

[@samsides3449]

What a damned loss!!

[@CrispyMOFO91]

@@samsides3449 I know. My wife wasn't a fan but she knew I was a big fan and she called me crying and told me. I think she was more of a fan than she wanted to admit.

[@ariebakker7403]

foomanshooo 0

[@mhombemoralph4144]

It's another country legend gone home.Kenny Rogers,Joe Diffie earlier.Feeling so sad & down.(R)!!!™

[@sdovas]

R.I.P. John. To believe in this livin' is just a hard way to go...

[@carlpop2324]

There is a quality in John Prine that transcends earthly limitations, and that connects us to something greater. He is better than we are.

[@monkeyboy1955]

well put....his art is so human...so sophisticated.I'm in awe of of his writing.

[@junitahahn]

Let it be said, John Prine encapsulated a whole generation.

[@debishelton9647]

A splendid way to rise on a Saturday morning~in 2022. Still missing your genius and humility.

[@donnapelletier5347]

John Prine has been hospitalized in serious condition with COVID-19. So sad. Sending good vibes for his recovery.

[@terrykindley9405]

Love you, JP. God bless Fiona and your family. Going to have to use your music to get through this nightmare of not having you with us anymore. I'm angry and heartbroken, but so happy you have been a part of my life since the 70's. We've lost our genuis!! RIP John Prine.

[@constancelena]

John Prine wrote soo many songs about the land and the people of America most especially the unsung heroes of which he is one.

[@msaintpc]

I could listen to this genius all day and night.

[@mmds-pc9sw]

❤ Same.

[@ianpavelko3827]

RIP John. You're now an angel from Montgomery.

[@phil2003ashleigh]

Only knew John because of this song. Given me love and comfort via Bonny and Susan Tedeschi but my god it’s took his passing to realise how great this man was. God speed your love Mr Prine. Just beautiful. Love from Liverpool x

[@alspeace]

Thank YOU for a great fuckin' song brother John.... Rest Well Now

[@pattyswinford9967]

I was privileged to see John Prine at the Great Southeast Music Hall decades ago. What a wonderful talent we lost today.

[@CrispyMOFO91]

RIP old man. You'll live in are memories for ever.

[@williamstamper442]

I always remember that picture of him and a guitar in front of a 1950 Ford. I got the same car now and dad was from Kentucky so I know a little... But not enough

[@williampaul8556]

What a song writer!

[@christophernowak5070]

Always loved this song, of course the recordings by Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi. Only discovered after Mr. Prine's passing his recordings and his unusual changes in time signature, moving to/from 4/4 and 3/4 time. So creative.

[@loisathenabuhalis1755]

Farewell, John Prine. Your music will always touch me.

[@breenwalshe7667]

Heavens bed to you John............Another good one gone,Poet and a Gentleman,God rest you.

[@kellykellykelly8744]

I'm so saddened by your passing John especially, since it had to be from Covid-19. You fought through two bouts of cancer and I was so happy to still see you out there making music. I can't thank you enough for all the wonderful music you have left us!! Through that...you will live on forever!! RIP Dear Man!! You are missed!!

[@caconnerly]

Thank you for your music and your words. So sorry to lose you.

[@victorblackburn6201]

So sad tonight. One of my heroes is gone.

[@carlmelton9138]

When I was really young John prine just so happened to be playing on my birthday in my hometown. My dad emailed his manager to get him to say happy birthday to me on stage. John prine changed my relationship with music and my view on life. Thankyou for everything you have done for me John. You will forever live in my heart ❤️

[@jameskwon7617]

John Prime is a national treasure. He needs to have his own national monument. Who cares about the Rock in Roll HOF.

[@janicebieber4722]

Right. Plz read my replys to whyjmy(?) Agood few above this. To c my sentiments exactly. Apologize. Eyes tired🤒🤪😳😳😓😴💔💚

[@TREYOLDHIPPIE]

Perfection Can't stop feeling bad Day 2 after loosing JP. Tears flowed. But I kept sending the songs performed live..as a tribute. And to honor

[@tspiker03]

This is the best I version of the song I have ever heard.

[@Echzachtly]

My favorite singer songwriter ever. So glad I got to go see him with my pops a couple years back

[@kennethgillette6193]

R. I. P. John thanks for the great music!!

[@thejimp77]

A joy to listen to a man not past his prime, still the lyrics to his song shine on. Lovely shout out to Bonnie at the start as well

[@arnoldfcorbeiljr6328]

John Prime is an artist I found late , as I found religion late It must take bad times to find really great treasures ... Rest in Peace Mr Prime and Condolences to his family

[@peterolijve9040]

Thanks for this Mr. Prine. Rest in peace.

[@BillBierman-k7e]

Miss old John ❤

[@Punkgurly15]

RIP John. Thank you for giving us your heart and soul ❤

[@brucensuz]

This guy could write a song. Wow We lost an icon with the likes we will never see again. How he managed to get those songs from his his head to paper amazes me. It's like he is reading our thoughts, feelings, and minds and putting them to music. In fact that's exactly what he is doing. How else can someone feel so close to someone you never met or know personally.

[@alankcpa]

Rest in Peace John. Thanks for the years of great music.

[@mtnstpt]

After Retiring from the NYPD I worked at The Don Cesar in St.Pete Beach, I had a buddy that was friends with John, Well I saw him in the hotel ,I said Hi and told him about our mutaul friend, He smiled and said come on up to my room we will call him, Well for the next hour I got to speak and laugh with JOHN PRINE, God Bless him, gone but never forgotten,,

[@brianball237]

The best songwriter of all time, that I know of. Thoughts and prayers to family. Extremely influential and inspirational to so many. Long live his legacy.

[@marshalavoie6237]

RIP, John Prine. We will miss you so much.

[@Allergictocatstoo]

Thank you for your every gift. You are our treasure.

[@solonwoodall1330]

Good person making GOOD Music, very few left........John will be deeply missed..

[@lionelmariannewalters7151]

Sadness in the world today with the passing of a great talent, John Prine. May God bless his family with the knowledge that they can be reunited in the heavens someday. May we all heed his wife's words - take COVID-19 seriously.

[@janicebieber4722]

And don't smoke.

[@tiportangeles2696]

I will always love you, John. RIP and take good care of yourself out there in space!

[@nomadjeff1922]

I love you John. I so wanted to see you on the 26th of June, but it was not to be. You and my secret love Emmy Lou were to be at The Wolf Trap on the 26th of June and now you are gone. I want to see you start that band in heaven and check into a sweet hotel. Put a good word in for me. You helped me navigate such troubled times in life.

[@sharonrose7938]

John united us as Americans more than anyone else. Bon voyage, my friend. We will truly miss you.

[@robertpelletier9667]

I ALWAYS GET THE SNIFFLES WHEN I LISTEN TO THIS SONG. ONE OF MY FAVORITE WE MISS YOU THANK GOD WE HAVE YOUR MUSIC TO HELP US THROUGH THE TOUGH TIMES. RIP JOHN

[@Uromastyx63]

RIP, John. Heaven has gained another angel today. :-(

[@kalebschulz7310]

Greatest songwriter of all time? His career could’ve consisted of this song only, and he would have to be in the conversation..... but there’s so so much more. He’s a universe unto himself.

[@refelo]

Thank you John. Peace to your memory. 🌟

[@dutchcasey3828]

Terrible loss. I have been a big fan for nearly 50 years. I was going to see HIM in Amsterdam in August. One of the great contributions of the US to civilization.

[@marilpelley969]

RIP John. Thanks for a lifetime of great music!

[@gorilladoc34]

I know we all miss him. I just hope he knew how loved he truly was, by so many. RIP John.

[@janicebieber4722]

He knows now 🤗😇💔💚

[@sheriedwards8257]

John Prine is the depth of soul, personified. I miss you, sir, and I hope you're soaring among the stars.

[@jman5501]

RIP sir, thanks for the tunes...

[@deborahmanning-galarza1839]

Another discovery in the taillights. What a beautiful rendition of this song. May you rest in peace. My condolences to family and friends.

[@constancelena]

❤ how fortunate am I to listen to John Prine, one of God's greatest gifts to western Kentucky and the world 🎉RIP John Prine 🙏 you live on in your FANTASTIC MUSIC

[@Debrablues]

RIP John Prine, thank you for your beautiful music.

[@brettwalters1985]

Rest easy Mr Prine. We are enjoying your music tonight as we mourn your passing. Bittersweet smiles sir!

[@Qluck13]

He was gold in the way he could write and deliver a song.

[@terylsmith7906]

God bless John always and forever! Prayers are with you, buddy.

[@lukefish9443]

RIP Mr. Prine Amazing singer/songwriter and just a fine man. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@bennycortens7816]

What a sad day to loose such a huge talent and a great man...

[@marklohmann4961]

An Angel for sure. Thanks for your time spent here with us. RIP John.

[@seasidejimmy]

This is Fantastic and I'm adding it to my setlist on the Fourth of July 2022. Thank you!

[@MnAnnetteNS]

Love John, RIP Just listen to Cardinal dedicated to him! Gave me the chills 💝

[@alicedodson3785]

RIP Dear Man! Your words will live forever!

[@carlbowden4712]

In tears watching this

[@loriescalera]

May your memory be a blessing to all who knew you. Condolences to everyone who appreciated this 20th century legend.

[@Matt-dl2hx]

rest in peace John, your music will live on!

[@groksr]

One of the first songs I learned to play half a century ago. Simple beautiful heartfelt

[@HazelAng]

Your music gave me strength to keep going. RIP Mr. Prine.

[@donwyates]

I read an article this morning in The Atlantic (sorry, don't recall the author) that spoke to me, in regards to the importance of John's music: "Prine said he tells young songwriters to be careful of the songs they write, because they might become hits, and then they’ll have to sing them the rest of their life. There’s an extension of this: It is possible to write songs that will be with other people for the rest of their life. There’s the music you put on in your house, and there’s the kind of music in which you make your home."

[@bakokat6982]

Don Yates Don Yates you said it so true, John’s music lives in my house, and in my heart.❤️

[@janicebieber4722]

Thanks I love the be careful about the songs you write becoming hits quite. Classic Prine humor😅☺all part of his charm- not ever to be forgotten

[@kentbeery4697]

I can't believe he's gone, may he Rest in Peace

[@LEEDIEDZJEE]

Rest in peace. Another angel gone to heaven😢💕

[@johntownsley6596]

One of the greats of American music RIP JP

[@marie7431]

Talk about strength, resilience, inspiration, and the divine. He embodied - and will forever - them all. RIP. Grazie mille sempre.

[@stevecrowley1128]

Thank you, John Prine.

[@jeffreyjacobs390]

Such a fertile mind of lyrical creativeness .... a voice like a gravel road and not always on the note ... but one does not mind ... when the laughter and loving of the tune is all we hear .... but, hear it no more Live ! God bless and rest thee old troubadour !!! Miss ya already, John.