John Prine - "Angel From Montgomery"

John Prine sings "Angel From Montgomery" from his 2000 release Souvenirs.
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Lyrics:
I am an old woman named after my mother
My old man is another child that's grown old
If dreams were lightning thunder was desire
This old house would have burnt down a long time ago
Make me an angel that flies from Montgom'ry
Make me a poster of an old rodeo
Just give me one thing that I can hold on to
To believe in this living is just a hard way to go
When I was a young girl well, I had me a cowboy
He weren't much to look at, just free rambling man
But that was a long time and no matter how I try
The years just flow by like a broken down dam.
Make me an angel that flies from Montgomery
Make me a poster of an old rodeo
Just give me one thing that I can hold on to
To believe in this living is just a hard way to go
There's flies in the kitchen I can hear 'em there buzzing
And I ain't done nothing since I woke up today.
How the hell can a person go to work in the morning
And come home in the evening and have nothing to say.
Make me an angel that flies from Montgomery
Make me a poster of an old rodeo
Just give me one thing that I can hold on to
To believe in this living is just a hard way to go
#johnprine #angelfrommontgomery

[@mrb9107]

No one performs a John Prine song better than John Prine. John deserves greater recognition.

[@ilao.3200]

MR B Well, there's Bonnie Raitt, who 's coming pretty close. Without her I wouldn't know John! But marvelous guitar playing, though 👌🏼👍🏼

[@amyadams4813]

I agree. I love Bonnie Raitt but I want to hear him

[@mikewicker1944]

, I just hope he has his band and Nine mile long cigarette and his vodka and ginger ale

[@dallasoch]

I love him and Bonnie raitt dueting this song. Best version

[@rlevine512]

Heaven just got a wonderful poet. Sing with the Angels, John. RIP

[@markdenard7400]

John there was and never be anyone like this great songwriter. He was not country just John

[@gordcurrie8191]

Nobody writes songs like this anymore... This is one my of favorite gems.. my dad loved John prine and I am grateful that he was able to hand this music down to me when I was younger. As a guitar player myself this is one of many songs I like to perform unchanged and untouched.

[@reksub10]

people do still write songs this good ,its just that they dont get into the mainstream;or even recorded ,but i know what you mean my friend .many a great song will never leave a guitarists bedroom etc,all the songs we will never hear or experience.its kind of sad.take care friend .

[@pauldablue]

- Yeah John Prines first album was one of my Dad's favourites as well, I knew all the lyrics to side one when I was six, didn't know what they all meant but I liked them.

[@kenhorneland7060]

Wish I had a child to pass this music down to. He sang it perfectly 😊

[@niharikasingh4502]

As the years pass I understand his songs much more. Everytime I listen to his songs I relate differently more deeply ♥️

[@stoodydoo]

I'll drink to that *cheers*🥂

[@niharikasingh4502]

@@stoodydoo cheers 💕

[@Jordan__Sloan]

Word

[@bearman000ify]

So True!

[@mbenet]

(Through tears) such a genius of a song about human relationships

[@mpa0006]

Sitting here crying for another songwriter I never met, but who touched so many of us so deeply. RIP Mr Prine.

[@billhobbie5798]

Very well put.

[@imannonymous7707]

Kind words

[@gringosloth]

How lucky I am to hear the sounds of the human heart. So much that passes as life is absurd, inconsequential, tragic. But, from time to time, something sneaks in--something of abject beauty, of (at the same time) abject truth. Make me an angel that flies from Montgomery... Just give me one thing that I can hold onto.... Perhaps in Heaven I will have the opportunity to buy Mr. Prine a drink.

[@ninbendoyt3203]

Sorry to say never heard of Mr.Prine until the radio station did a tribute. Now after googling him, I wish I had heard him sooner.

[@anncanas704]

You will enjoy him . I've listen to him for almost 50 years. Hooked up a few months ago I was surprised to hear he'd passed away of that damn covid. But I found Steve Goodman. He was awesome. If he'd lived passed 36 he would have been up there with the greats. If you don't know him, look him up. I'm blown away!!!

[@PaulReus]

This is the best performance of this song. Acoustic and his voice is so clear. Beautifull lyrics.

[@MelbaMulder]

Sitting in the hospital in Muskegon, MI close to the end. Had to listen one more time.

[@jaylenno33]

hope you're doing well praying for you

[@marjeanellam6219]

May music's memories bring you peace ❤

[@tb1629]

HOLY BOY THIS MAKES ME CRY

[@Parsakson]

My heart is breaking. Thank you for all of the amazing songs, Mr. Prine and God rest your beautiful soul.

[@dongarner5881]

Well I'm from Montgomery but I'm no angel. Listening to dear old John at least makes one believe in them. He rests today in the arms of all the angels of heaven.

[@ARichardP]

First time I’ve ever heard his version. Beautiful and sincere as can be. R.I.P. Mr. Prine.

[@songbirdsings91]

RIP, John. You will be missed.

[@pablopasati4680]

I am an old woman Named after my mother My old man is another Child who's grown old If dreams were lightning And thunder were desire This old house would've burned down A long time ago Make me an angel That flies from Montgomery Make me a poster Of an old rodeo Just give me one thing That I can hold on to To believe in this livin' Is just a hard way to go When I was a young girl Well, I had me a cowboy He weren't much to look at Just a free ramblin' man But that was a long time And no matter how I tried The years just flowed by Like a broken down dam Make me an angel That flies from Montgomery Make me a poster Of an old rodeo Just give me one thing That I can hold on to To believe in this livin' Is just a hard way to go There's flies in the kitchen I can hear 'em there buzzin' And I ain't done nothing Since I woke up today How the hell can a person Go to work in the morning Then come home in the evening And have nothing to say? Make me an angel That flies from Montgomery Make me a poster Of an old rodeo Just give me one thing That I can hold on to To believe in this livin' Is just a hard way to go To believe in this livin' Is just a hard way to go

[@ardanaartemisofficial]

Thank you very much.

[@EibhlinBray]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.Thank you Mr Prine. My heart is with your family.God Bless.

[@cynthiabitto1140]

R.I.P. John. Tonight Heaven got an angel from Montgomery via Chicago.

[@671967]

Huge lump in my throat listening to this gorgeous song today. RIP Mr. John Prine.

[@MRjimdotcom1]

How to spill your guts out onto a stage via lyric and melody. So creative, so raw, so truthful. Oh, yeah ...and so funny. Thanks for all those songs, John. You are missed already.

[@elli.g-indahouse9179]

Only good things in the comments, inspirational music. Deepest respect, a great message.. eternally preserved. Thanks John

[@lucindawright9443]

I am an old woman and much saddened with the loss of John Prine. He hit the heartstrings many a time. May his family find comfort in the memory of the man. RIP

[@fmcgucket3076]

I'm 31. Learned about Prine from my mom who saw him open a club for a bigger act when she was in high school. A few days ago my 15yo nephew asked me if I'd heard of an amazing, groundbreaking narrative songwriter called John Prine. His 9yo little sister is wandering around singing Iris's part in In Spite of Ourselves, not knowing what most of it means. Prine's music, and memory, will live on.

[@TJandBEAN]

This is my favorite (by far) version of this song! I love John Prine & his vocals & song writing skills are amazing!

[@Flatfishfever96]

TJandBEAN I totally agree with you this version is awesome so clean pure

[@richardcurcio5178]

Flatfishfever96 I still gotta go with Bonnie Raitt version

[@mmiller1188]

Absolutely! This is definitely my favorite version!

[@madratter]

Add Susan Tedeski to the list of brilliant vocalists to sing John's song.

[@kevinl1717]

You’re greatness will live with us forever.. fly high ❤️

[@ehrgeiz5649]

Not religious what so ever. But what a great loss to our world. I've heard John was a legend outside his music through his kindness. Can't help show my emotions while listening to this one. One of the most unrecognized greats. Rest well friend.

[@safetydave720]

R.I.P Buddy. You sang for me from NY to Kentucky to Tennessee. I played this and Spanish Pipe Dream repeatedly each day of my Trek looking for "home".

[@paulcarney9598]

Got to see John in concert last fall, was so pleased he was on the top of his game after so many health issues. So sad he has been the spokesman of my whole life. Never will there be another like him! RIP John!

[@donaldleslie1145]

His talent and gracious way put him in a class all by himself.

[@thadprecourt7388]

Thanks, John for all the years! May you and Steve have a grand time pickin' again!

[@imannonymous7707]

Ya this is the way I hear john prine....his guitar front and center in a simple but effective arrangement

[@wideloadlady]

Praying for you, Mr. Prine.

[@katemckinnon8776]

John, my heart is with you right now, and I know you can hear music in your mind and heart, and so you are not alone. So many oof us are holding you in our hearts.

[@JavaoftheLava]

Heaven must have a killer house band. RIP John

[@mdowningw]

Rest in peace. Thank you for this beautiful song.

[@lanahaxer]

He just passed away today ...

[@amyadams4813]

Why is this so good? He sung it from a woman's point of view which is brilliant. It's simple but makes me cry

[@dianehuebner9189]

Bert Jansch sang "Rosemary Lane" from a female servant's point of view. Brilliant song.

[@josephstropoli1449]

Also he wrote and sang it from a old woman’s point of view when he was 24 years old and hit the nail on the head

[@betsylalich4570]

So beautiful...thank you Angel.

[@rosspearson8698]

There's a hole in my head where all the funny goes and it's gone with John R.I.P.

[@balancedstereo]

Just gimme one thing that I can hold on to, to believe in this living is just a hard way to go.

[@dhop7677]

One of the best to ever do it... genius song writing skills...

[@lorisandler889]

Rest in peace you beautiful soul 🙏

[@rossviviano8114]

Thank you for everything, John. To believe in this living is just a hard way to go. Rest in peace.

[@bootersdad]

RIP Mr.Prine. May God Bless You......

[@26MsAngie]

I hope the after life is grand, John. I'm cryin' ice-cubes...

[@saorsablack9895]

Thank You John Prine for all of these beautiful jewels you bestowed upon our souls-

[@csmonaco]

One of the very best songs of all time and Prine is as fresh and vital now as he was years ago.

[@jonboywhite13]

This is one of those songs that will just suddenly rip your fucking heart out. So beautiful and so fucking painful.

[@sallyssite]

im in tears listening to this, i loved you John Prine ,you will be missed by so many RIP

[@stevejohnson1167]

Rolling Stone is reporting John passed away tonight. That sucks. He's left us so much great music. Gods speed John. Thank you.

[@allenjones7722]

Damn that's a great song.

[@AK-ks3yk]

rip mister prine ... thank you for the magic

[@akashadearg-due1435]

THAT IS MASTERPIECE WOW I LOVE IT

[@gustavoherrera7864]

Gorgeous....amazing genius song writer.

[@katherinefreese1512]

I've been listening to you for almost 50 years and we need you to keep writing songs in heaven

[@terry-pegmccarty7444]

Beautiful music. Such a tragic loss.

[@ruthboykin9873]

Whoever doesn't like this song must not have a heart! Love it and John singing it!

[@davidscott7626]

Thank You!! There are not many better. John Prine is an absolute legend.

[@kevindenduyf2607]

They do not make like this anymore!! Love This!!

[@GearSplaining]

Thank you for all that you've done.

[@AAXXAAXX02]

Beautiful song thank you Ozark for bringing me here

[@marchills4131]

Thank you and rest in peace, John Prine.

[@joshgiauque4943]

thank you for your Art

[@joshuabeene7925]

#prayersforprine 🙏

[@todddavis240]

OMG John, .....Rest In Peace Brother, feel the love

[@danielherrera5803]

Here because of Ozarks. Beautiful song

[@andrewdunn49ers]

RIP, Angel...

[@jenniferdavidson2955]

Wow! This first time I’ve truly heard this this song!

[@sarinasamms]

Tears, tears and more tears

[@triphenderson2341]

We love you John, and miss you,

[@dianemcneil1840]

Prayers to John and family!🙏❣

[@bigroy38]

RIP,good sir.

[@ilanabrookshier9353]

Hang in there John.

[@kathymartin9652]

sending healing wishes to rain on you and make you well Mr Prine thank you for all you bring to this world XO AngelsCare

[@mattjohnson788]

In my opinion the best version of this wonderful song. If anyone has a guitar tab of this version (not the eponymous 1971 album version nor the Bonnie Raitt) and would be willing to share it´d make me a happy man. Otherwise, well, I´ll just have to try and do it by ear.

[@rauldjwoorodriguez]

goodnight brother

[@scotthargraves576]

Sad to hear of his passing tonight

[@dotdagget8141]

Hope you get well soon. Praying for you and your family.

[@dawnfynewever3409]

Love life, it's always a hard way to go. It's worth it. 👶👍😇💪😸🐷🐶

[@andrewmclindon8184]

A National Treasure. RIP JP.

[@jasonrussell97]

One of the best.

[@WorkingPoorFilms]

This was on the first John Prine record along with many of his best known songs. But all his records were filled with gems. I saw John Prine when I was about 12, and he did this song. He thought it was funny because this song was already kind of famous and he had never been to Montgomery. He couldn't have been more than 25. If you don't know his work well, check out all the albums.

[@lanahaxer]

Rip John prine 😭😭

[@reddwing4368]

Loved this song since i was a little kid Dylan too Not sure how i found this great music so young I still feel it now what i felt then One last thing

[@BRUCESCHOLTEN1]

Thank you John Prine.

[@williampaul8556]

Thanks John! Rest in Peace.

[@mannymoejack8529]

Keep fighting John.

[@psawbrid]

His original version is much more soulful, gritty and real.

[@williambrancato9773]

RIP Mr. John Prine

[@CHodgy]

He should be on a stamp, he was a mailman after all

[@thefilipinapee]

Another legend gone

[@watchingforjesuschannel4763]

Rest peacefully ❤️

[@taylorfausett177]

I'm sure everyone has said this...Bonnie Rett. I love Kasey. So glad to be turned on to this. Much love.

[@trixdeed]

RIP john!!!!!

[@deborahdean]

RIP Mr. Prine.

[@groovemonzter]

RIP Big Guy... Damn.

[@dolorestiernan]

John prime most popular song

[@hakunamtataa6669]

Into the wild

[@dawnfynewever3409]

I will be that angel

[@zacharycovey3596]

Dawn Fynewever the most beautiful song ever written! take care!

[@dawnfynewever3409]

Hello Zachary

[@timcoleman6031]

RIP J.P. Sad any American dies from Covid-19. Thanks J.P. for the memories.

[@deandussias8780]

John, you will kick this thing in its ass! #Chicagostrong

[@Policebeuponhim247]

John Prine is the folk singer that Bob Dylan wishes to be

[@danseaver3611]

RIP my friend!

[@jackimalitzski333]

Heartbroken 😞