John Prine - "I Remember Everything" (Official Lyric Video)

The official lyric video for the last recorded song by John Prine, "I Remember Everything". Written by Prine and his longtime collaborator Pat McLaughlin.
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“I Remember Everything” by John Prine
I’ve been down this road before
I remember every tree
Every single blade of grass
Holds a special place for me
And I remember every town
And every hotel room
And every song I ever sang
On a guitar out of tune
I remember everything
Things I can’t forget
The way you turned and smiled on me
On the night that we first met
And I remember every night
Your ocean eyes of blue
How I miss you in the morning light
Like roses miss the dew
I’ve been down this road before
Alone as I can be
Careful not to let my past
Go sneaking up on me
Got no future in my happiness
Though regrets are very few
Sometimes a little tenderness
Was the best that I could do
I remember everything
Things I can’t forget
Swimming pools of butterflies
That slipped right through the net
And I remember every night
Your ocean eyes of blue
How I miss you in the morning light
Like roses miss the dew
How I miss you in the morning light
Like roses miss the dew
Singer. Songwriter. Poet. Icon.
John Prine was an artist’s artist with a list of admirers and collaborators that cut across musical genres and generations - names like Kris Kristofferson, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Bonnie Raitt, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, Brandi Carlile, George Strait, Kurt Vile, Miranda Lambert, The Everly Brothers, Emmylou Harris, among others.
Though he was born in Maywood, Illinois, in 1946, John declared himself “pure Kentuckian” throughout his life. His parents, Willian and Verna, were natives of Paradise, Kentucky. The family would spend summers there in Muhlenberg County, where John listened to bluegrass music and studied the guitar styles of country music heroes Doc Watson and Merle Travis with his older brother, Dave.
In Maywood, he worked as a postman before being drafted into the army in 1966. It was as a postman that John began to write the songs that would connect with so many. He sang at Chicago folk clubs, where he was introduced to singer-songwriter Kris Kristopherson, who invited John to open for him in New York. It was there that Jerry Wexler, president of Atlantic Records, first heard Prine and offered him a recording contract. His self-titled debut album was released in 1971 and featured a list of songs now regarded as classics, including “Paradise,” “Angel From Montgomery,” “Illegal Smile,” Hello in There,” and “Sam Stone.” Prine received the first of his 13 Grammy nominations in 1972 for Best New Artist. He would record three more albums for Atlantic and another three with Asylum.
His profound impact on American music was amplified in 1981 when John co-founded Oh Boy Records, and independent label where he released most of his subsequent work and which gave voice and respect to so many fellow singers and songwriters.
In his distinguished career, John won four Grammys and the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award (2020). He was a three-time recipient of the Artist of the Year Award at the Americana Music Honors & Awards, which also honored him with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting. He won the Pen/New England Song Lyrics of Literary Excellence Award (2016) and was enshrined in the Songwriters Hall of Fame (2019). In addition, John was named Honorary Poet Laureate of Illinois (2020).
John Prine passed away on April 7, 2020 due to complications from Covid-19. The outpouring of grief and love from his fan community was staggering. Over 500,000 viewers participated in an online memorial and tribute that raised more than half a million dollars for Covid-related community causes. In 2021, the Prine family created the Hello In There Foundation to honor John’s spirit of generosity towards those in need. Fiona Prine and her sons continue to operate and expand the reach of John’s independent record label, Oh Boy Records.
#JohnPrine #IRememberEverything

[@docsopwith2536]

I remember the evening John came home having written a new song with Pat McLaughlin. He loved to write with Pat because it meant he got to hang out with him-they were old friends and committed co-writers. John and Pat had shared many Meat and Three lunches and written some beautiful songs together over the years. I had never seen John quite like this when he had a new song to bring home. He literally bounced in the door, immediately took his guitar from its case and said, “Listen to this Fi...” He was excited and proud, but there was something else too. As he picked the melody I could see he was emotional with tears welling up in his eyes. “I’ve been down this road before, alone as I can be careful not to let my past go sneakin’ up on me.... He stumbled over some of the lyrics, stopped, and started again. A yearning, evocative, and simple melody; his classic fingerpicking and a somewhat familiar yet new 3-chord melody from the same old D-28 John had written every song on. “I remember everything, things I can’t forget the way you turned and smiled on me on the night that we first met...” He made it through the song and explained there were still some tweaks needed and asked, “What do you think Fi ?” We were both crying a little by now and I told him it was beautiful - that it was as beautiful a song as he had ever written. John would always say, ‘No song before it’s time.’ I’m not sure if he heard that from someone else but I know he absolutely believed it to be true. It appears John knew more than I imagined about the demands of Time. He left us a beautiful and timely parting gift. Thank you, John. Thank you, for Everything. Fiona Whelan Prine

[@roneilken6668]

I pray God grants you peace beyond understanding Fiona. As I read the comments on every one of John’s videos it is obvious he impacted so many! ❤️🙏🏻

[@barryallison5378]

I was 19 years old when I first heard Sam Stone. It changed my life rest in peace John

[@thomasmcfall871]

Nb

[@jenniferdurham2782]

Thank you so much for sharing this memory with us. I have loved his music since I was a kid. Now that I am old, I especially love this song, and “I remember everything, things I can’t forget the way you turned and smiled on me on the night that we first met...” I do try not to let my past go sneakin' up on me, but it often does.

[@RobsterInEdmonds]

Thank you for sharing that. I love playing this song. "Swimming pools of butterflies slip right through my net." Just when I thought he couldn't hit my heart again, there he went and did it.

[@kymomandstuff]

My dad and I shared a deep love for John's music. He and my mother were killed in a car accident this past May, and I like to imagine Daddy's sitting on a pretty hillside picking with John, and Momma's within earshot watching the birds and squirrels as John's magical voice trails through the air. There was nothing outside of family that Daddy loved more than good music, so that's inevitably his heaven.

[@linnymaemullins3319]

😢😍

[@loungelizard7000]

So very sorry for your loss. I wish my parents appreciated great music. They were both "sticks in the mud" types. Appreciate the memories. You were actually very lucky. Good luck to you.

[@ericfuhrer2013]

I'm very sorry. You shared a love with him and that will never end as long as you remember.

[@aprilklaver1]

Wow, beautiful that you d shared this with your dad, the memories will always be right there. You speak with great love and respect for your parents. Thats is your inheritage.

[@donaldvictor2001]

Hello pretty lady

[@jerrylundegaard1577]

No musical artist has ever affected me as deeply as John Prine. I never tire of listening to the simple poetry of his lyrics and the elegant picking of his strings. “I Remember Everything” is so beautiful, yet so melancholy. A life well lived...but far too short.

[@celticgodsoriginal]

I'd give you a thumb's up just for using 'affect' correctly.

[@dontcallmebaby]

I’ve seen my significant other cry two times in the decade we have been together. Once when his grandfather died and the other was when John Prine did. You said it perfectly... ❤️

[@teresamellett7758]

One hundred percent agree♥️💖

[@johnmanning4604]

You said it

[@Phish1995]

With you. I had the occasion to see him perform three times from the late 90's to the early 2000's and was a fan long before then. A poet, wordsmith and a performer he was.

[@AaronSpielman]

Damn. This is one of the saddest songs I've ever heard. Also one of the most beautiful.

[@katherinehunter9526]

Made me cry too. Such beautiful sadness. Especially when we lost you. Rest in Peace John Prine. You were a Bard of your time. ✌❤🎶🙏 🐈🇨🇦

[@zendaughter]

Perfectly put.

[@rickdicl]

Somehow, my heart still breaks

[@FreeLeonardPeltierNow]

Yeah I'm choked up.

[@jsigur157]

That's cause he knew the end was near

[@jsigur157]

It's interesting how "straight laced" Prine's family is when you realize Prine was such a huge influence on hippy's back in the day. A Guy and Susanna lifestyle he did not live

[@theloniouscoltrane3778]

...john prine is one of the few singer-songwriters whose integrity remained intact in the rough and tumble of the music industry...what a life...a legend..

[@estilglea]

Very good and true observation.

[@1zymn1]

Much love to the Prine family. My short interaction with one of his sons was a pleasant one, especially considering I was out of my mind at the time. Sorry for freaking out the folks at the record label, the good news is I'm much better now, and I managed to find some answers on my journey. I wish I had had the chance to see John play live, but I'm glad to have his music to comfort me for the rest of time.

[@michaelrickard9890]

The man is sadly missed.

[@TheGuerrillaPoet]

I lost both my grandparents this last year...this song makes me weep everytime.

[@kellyjoeraymusic]

Leave it to my music hero of 47 years to leave us with a perfect denouement to the end of his phenomenal songwriting career. All three of my books of Songs and Poetry give John Prine credit for sparking the writer in me. I am forever thankful and grateful that I was turned on to his music at the age of 17 in 1973. Just before I joined the Navy... Thousands of Submarine Sailors have heard me sing his songs since 1974...They ALL appreciated his style and intellect... I spent my entire adult life trying to write just one song that could match up to him...But I never did... I will miss him forever...But I will forever remember every song he ever sang too... Rest in Peace Handsome Johnny and save the Wednesday night Gig at the Tree of Forgiveness in Heaven for me man...I can hardly wait to book a steady show there... God Bless the Family and all John Prine fans everywhere...Here's my tribute to John from a few years back I wrote for his 70th Birthday. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYaZq36cm8qghpI

[@jenniferblackmer8227]

This song rips my heart out. I sure hope he is still remembering. What a huge impact his songs brought to those of us that were lucky enough to discover his music.

[@humanbeing2144]

May YHWH bless you. People think that elders don't remember but we do.I do.

[@sxeshady]

Love love love John Prine. His music is never ending. I can listen to his voice all day. His music and words resonate with me like few others can. His music helped me through some dark days. Actually he’s still helping me get through some difficult times. Rest In Peace Mr. Prine.

[@weisheit9731]

Same

[@barbarawilkins1858]

John Denver did the same for me starting in 1971❣️ But, now I see I need to go back and listen to John Prine’s brilliance‼️

[@deja75m]

So many great singer songwriters named John..oh...and a great Catholic saint..yumm

[@mozzie22]

What a wonderful way to say goodbye.

[@barbarawilkins9622]

John Prine’s goodbye song was as poignant, but not as sad as Glen Campbell’s, “I’m Not Going to Miss You.” They each had a different end to their story!🤗

[@jaybob9208]

Now that I’m old, it occurs to me that I appreciate this song so much more than I would have 50 years ago. That is the essence of John Prine

[@lgerick]

i remember the day, decades ago, that i first discovered John's music; the song was Lake Marie, it remains one of my favorites so many years later. And now, 'I Remember Everything' will reside along side Lake Marie as one of my very favorite John Prine Stories (song). *sigh*

[@craignorville1544]

Ive specified that this song--along with the Wailin Jennys version of The Parting Glass--be played at the "Farmers Breakfast" gathering following my funeral. As an Orthodox Christian(Slavic/Russian version) the funeral will take 2 days so everyone will be ready for a good meal a shot of Irish whiskey and these two great tunes...none more fitting...hooefully this aint hapoening for a while. .thanks Handsome John for the gift of your musical poetry!!

[@Lellen21]

Two amazing choices, the WJ Parting Glass gets me every time. They both do.

[@sespegal]

I was planning to attend his performance that was to have taken place this month, in Santa Cruz, CA. I am so sad about this terrible loss, as John wrote with such insight into being "human", how to move forward in the difficulties, losses and wins of life. Thank you John.

[@linnymaemullins3319]

😢😍

[@donaldvictor2001]

Hello pretty lady, I Know how it feel too so hurting

[@cjcurtis8944]

As far as last records go I sure thought Tree of Forgiveness was a helluva swan song, even more so after he passed. That this is the last song he wrote and recorded, particularly given how he died and the current state of the world....it’s simply magic. He left us with something to help us grieve his loss. Who, but John Prine, does this? Blessings to his family and loved ones.

[@JamaicaSugar]

First heard this on the grammy's by Brandi Carlile and was crying so much! What a marvelous performance.

[@robertward6687]

This song brings me such happiness and joy but also a sense of longing for John Prine, my mother, and other people who remain in my life in spirit only.

[@barrygioportmorien1]

That is a very touching comment, I would believe it is shared by so many of us.

[@gavinmathew7491]

Nicely said Robbie. All the best.

[@Anukt1]

I remember every concert, every road trip with your albums playing, every sad and happy moment. Every JP song I sing at an open mic night. You are the very best of us. Happy birthday. X

[@ivannovotny4552]

John and Steve Goodman are now playing for God in heaven.

[@robtsologtr]

Having cocktails - vodka and ginger ale, smoking cigarettes nine miles long. ❤️

[@Ianjcarroll]

@@robtsologtr you can bet your last dollar on that :)

[@PJ_Hawke]

YouBet

[@sheilawinston4739]

These two guys used to babysit my son back in the 70s.

[@nashvilleslim]

Steve is still trying to teach John to play the guitar, 😉. Beautiful song, may they both rest in peace. There will never be a song writer like jp.

[@tonymills6650]

John Prine The best friend I have never met RIP

[@tylerjames6842]

for 50 years i've lugged John around with me. it's been a treat.

[@triciam6527]

Thank you Prine Family for sharing this with us. It is stunningly beautiful and will be cherished forever, just like John.

[@suer5899]

I remember everything, and always will. And I promise you, so will my children, and their children. Miss you. 💙☂️

[@deanshort9011]

I have tears of happiness listening to this poignant last message to us. Oh John, heaven has a special music man in their midsts now. We remain bereft because you left us too soon. I will always remember you my friend. In another post of this same song, Mark Kinser posted, "The best friend I ever had that never knew me." Sums it up beautifully and hopefully a wonderful song comes from it! Thank you Mr Prine for enriching my life beyond my wildest imagination.

[@michelleclarke2590]

So beautiful.. John Prine was a lyrical genius.. a humble beautiful human being .. his voice & his passing makes me weep .. I loved him & still do.. so much . His words just hit me deep in my soul. How incredibly blessed we all where to know his music. Much love & gentle hugs to his beautiful wife Fiona & his sons. Thank you so much for sharing John with us. xxx❤️🙏🏼☘️🕊🕊

[@raymondcava4669]

Well said

[@docsopwith2536]

He and Pat McLaughlin whom he wrote the song with.

[@brendagoodfellow3733]

Me as well when I first married in 1971 we got stationed in Europe and he came out with DEAR Abby and that was it....Love his music and Miss him.

[@tonyt.michaels4814]

Its as if a greater power instilled this beautiful parting song to John to say goodbye. His legacy will last forever.

[@lukefish9443]

Love ya Mr Prine RIP and thank you for making this a more beautiful world with your presence.

[@agt9792]

Hearing this takes me back to the time when I used to live in those hills. I can picture Tyler topping that hill with busted boots and overalls carrying that fox. With a big shit grin he hands me a 50$ bill and the fox as if handing me a trophy or a badge of honor. There’s more to the story but the song captures the moment in time so clear as do most of his songs. It’s this song and story that’s the inspiration for the fox on his album covers. Thanks T. Aaron.

[@Yeahthatsright717]

John Prine just won the Grammy for this song !....And it's a little sadder now. R.I.P. John

[@bluecurlygirl]

Miss you so much John. We were robbed of your wondrous light in our darkest time. Thinking of your beautiful family every day. May they find comfort soon

[@shellamarilee]

What a composition. Gives me goosebumps every time

[@edanderson6021]

Unforgettable. He was one of a kind. I, as well as so many others, miss him. Rest in peace Mr Prine

[@katsounds1]

John's simplicity and honesty in his presentation is something few artist have today .I don't think he could have rapped up a lifetime of giving any better than this RIP my friend your music will live on for an eternity

[@cholio96]

Thank you for all your great music John Prine, may you rest in peace.

[@josephcaraway2852]

Lyrical hero to me on many levels. Sitting by a campfire beneath a star lit sky with beverage of choice listening to John's music...doesn't get any better!!!

[@TheSassy777]

John you are missed my friend. RIP

[@angelsonthemountain321]

I thank the good lord for the magical gift of John Prine. I’ve been truly blessed to have experienced all that he graced us with. I’m grateful for all the laughs, and all the tears that fell down my aging face. I miss John Prine dearly.

[@DOSEightyEight]

Miss you every time I go fishing John. I still ride the mountain roads singing your songs with my kids just like my dad did when i was little.

[@glassmarky1]

Beautiful wonderful song of regret, love, and sadness.

[@xine9997]

An exquisite piece, sung in that gorgeous humane voice

[@Hansthatjudicious]

John Prine always easily managed the hardest part of good songwriting - how to keep it simple but with lots of depth. I remember every song.

[@moondancer9066]

One thing I have learned as I get older is how to appreciate beautiful music such as violins.

[@janeolive5970]

I'm so glad that John Prine got this special Grammy! He was just so special! I love John Prine!

[@afraklaver2045]

I love you John Prine, your voice brings me instantly into my heart. So this way we will always be connected. 💕💯

[@SLU94]

My post card featuring my John Prine guitar case! Painted by my brother n law, Keaton Tycer. At 1:10. 😍

[@danstewart802]

The world is a sadder place without his songs that will be left unsung

[@jonathanzabel2724]

This song deeply moved me.

[@shekharbhosle1222]

came across this beautiful warm song on This is Us S5E2 and it just instantly connected

[@sunsetjohnson]

Wonderful song, wonderful video. John's music means so much to me.

[@035001t]

Love you sir. You have changed my life for every. You are so deeply missed.

[@Hozzle1138]

What a Legend.

[@nicktighe3093]

such a great loss. around the campfires at music fests there would often be three different prine songs going at the same time. such great memmories

[@sims2paper]

My Angel JOHN PRINE .❤️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jamesf7867]

I miss you Julie... Thanks for saying it, and telling her, in a way I never could John.. RIP, Both of you...

[@griffindean6398]

Ein richtiger Ohrwurm! Zum Glück haben wir immer noch seine Lieder, obwohl er nicht mehr da ist.

[@carthageflaherty6247]

o god i miss you all the time,i love you & your songs but im sad playeing them whem your gone 💔

[@Carolina.R.]

God bless you John Prine 🙌🏽🙌🏽💜

[@treystewart2708]

Glad he left us this gem! RIP John!

[@dannycasey8261]

I truly miss you John!

[@dondicesare2408]

John Prine has made me laugh and cry and everything in between. I listen to and or play his music almost every day. Like nobody else who has passed I still feel his presence. I think you could sit in front of him, play one of his songs and he would love it no matter how bad it was.

[@TemeculaPaul]

I remember hearing a fraction of this orchestrated version during the Emmys. The strings add depth to an already perfect song. It must have been heartbreaking and heartwarming for his touring musicians to play one (hopefully more?) last song with John Prine.

[@nancyfarris6006]

I don't think I would have made it without John Prine's poetry and music. He helped me wade through some very dark times. Thank you, John Prine. RIP dear John.

[@DaStoneboat]

I remember everything too, And before for the big "let go", I'll clean out everything no one should ever know...

[@williameaton9299]

Thank you he will always be near and dear to my heart:)

[@0otee]

Good voice and plain John Prine with this lovely Love song🌹❣️👌🎶🌺Great violins❣️ Roses are Red and Violin flowers are.... Blue..!Yes he can❣️

[@d37fan]

I was privileged enough to get to enjoy John perform twice in September 2019 for my birthday. Best birthday presents ever. Thanks for the wonderful memories, you are terribly missed.

[@DemisonMercesOficial]

His voice is so adorable. ❤️

[@clintonpharoah1169]

It took me a long time to discover the music of John Prine. But I'm so thankful that I have.

[@kirstenlogan5175]

John Prine ....I Believe that you were an amazing Earth Angel sent to lift us with your music in times that we sometimes would like to forget Rest in Paradise John your goodness and your heart will be remembered! Long after we forget the Covid that took you away. 💙

[@nashvilleslim]

There will never be another like John, I'm not crying you are!

[@teresamellett7758]

Thank you very much for your video of John's last song.BEAUTIFUL❤️💖😃♥️🇱🇷🙏🙏🙏

[@jontattersall1837]

what can Ya say ...... Bless Ya John .... Thank You for the Smiles 💛🌠😏

[@wallypalmer4704]

John Prine was a true American treasure.

[@Ianjcarroll]

Wow!, without fail, John get's me every time.. Thanks John, seeya again...

[@salvatoreala9352]

"Got no future in my happiness." Beautiful song and amazing line, which stopped me cold.

[@MoonStar-fq6oy]

Miss ya John ✌️❤️

[@wonkeycong1956]

A True Legend

[@pattisimonini5800]

This song rips my heart out...i loved that they used it in This Is Us....i about lost it

[@barbarawilkins1858]

Lovely video❣️ THANK YOU for using the correct lyrics in the closed captioning‼️

[@Edster14]

only recently discovered jp - what a song writer - i listen to him every day - a very special man

[@delphinaibarra482]

I cry as I listen to this.such a beautiful man.i will always keep his music close to my heart.thank you for blessing us with your words of expression.through your music.the world is an empty place with out you.r I p.may the angels above smile as you sing your. Beautiful music.

[@simonpage9980]

Totally awesome and beautiful yet sad RIP John prime Your songs will remain for ever

[@frankthorne11]

Thank you John.

[@ToshStuart]

I love this. RIP John. There will never be another like him!

[@dianablitchok2317]

Love that man. RIP

[@best7best711]

Beautiful....music from the heart straight to the heart ❤

[@fccccfrock5184]

Ooooo John , NICE ! Belarus Love's You 🎩

[@bluewave7120]

A whole Lotta feelings in John's songs.. He will be missed and his songs will live on and on..

[@Nargle19.]

How Beautiful. I believe we met when I was in High School. Thank you for existing. What a world to be a part of. Blessings..Asian Angel. Truck Norris. Romain Garvas. Amen. Amen. Amen.

[@joedavis4150]

... It's hard traveling when you're dragging an orchestra along behind you.

[@bobtugwell453]

WOW What a great song , Thank you John Prine , I will always" remember everything" you wrote and sang . RIP John Prine.... RIP

[@EKAdventures51]

Lord I miss John, sure wanted him to live more than he did,

[@Peter-oh3hc]

What a wonderful, sad song. Amazing

[@StonemanRocks]

Miss you john prine!

[@jrockrad7126]

Wow just stumbled across this song. So lovely. Rip John!