John Prine Lyrics- Bruised Orange/Chain of Sorrow

[@delmaddox2377]

Saved my life from depression. Thanks Handsome Johnny. Love you man

[@CP5699]

Rest in peace, John. Thank you for the music (and wonderful lyrics) you left us. We love you. ❤

[@williamcutter4230]

this man's songs are a national treasure

[@davidscott7626]

Without question one of the greatest songwriters ever.

[@angierespess1453]

David Scott ❤️

[@BJane58]

No doubt about that

[@madonnadougherty9635]

From the diamonds in the sidewalk to the dirt in the gutter. ❤️ We are all just one step away from bitterness, gotta hold it at bay. Thank you John for all the songs, laughter, and wisdom. A national treasure. Rest in sweet, sweet diamond peace.

[@rosemoonwolf]

When sorrow dissolves your words, this sax sends the cries of your soul out for comfort.

[@skullribcage6803]

Well put

[@BOOMNERD51]

Soprano sax so plaintive and sensitive!

[@Chidanandaji]

Feeling the loss...grieving to the core. The heart breaks open and healing occurs. On the other hand, stuffing those feelings leaves us only half human. Thank you John Prine for your healing songs.

[@lydiacastle7704]

Have traveled far and wide to see John Prine. His lyrics have inspired me and, yes, saved my life more than once. Thank you, John!

[@rosshargett8019]

I've been listening to John Prine for as long as I can remember. Somehow I missed this song until today. Just reaffirms that he is one of the greatest song writers of all time. This song came to me at the perfect time. Thank you John Prine!

[@lennycohenfan]

"As you watch yourself sit there, wrapped up in a trap of your very own chain of sorrow." One of the most meaningful lines in song-writing history. Thank you, John.

[@murrayostle7198]

Amen to that

[@kristintufvesson556]

lennycohenfan iiil

[@BJane58]

Yes, it is. What a mind he had!

[@GuardfatherProductions]

God's speed John into your next life. Thank you for your many contributions.

[@jayjoejeanz]

This song has saved many a soul, I'd imagine.

[@janetglover999]

I needed this song today 😊

[@skankingjoe]

maybe America's best songwriter, overall

[@maghaffar03k62]

John was John -- no one like him before or since. That's immortality. RIP and God bless you for all the hearts and lives you've touched. Now go smoke that cigarette that's mine miles long.

[@maghaffar03k62]

Nine. Gorramn auto-correct!

[@glennturpin5198]

The mailman delivers ? Again and again! He is awesome !

[@danramseyful]

I know of one life this song saved.

[@094340]

Glad you are still with us Dan.

[@davidanglin7177]

John has a way of doing that..

[@davidanglin7177]

Hope you're still with us, Danny

[@TheDillyson]

Make it two brother...

[@martinjnemes]

Thanks

[@waltjosie1]

John is an articulate song writer. It has been a pleasure to listen....

[@vodenapuska4796]

Thank You John, RiP!

[@triplucid3563]

Great words of advice hes like the father I never had always speaking whole heartedly true wisdom, Of course my long lost brother is Bob Dylan and my Uncle is Townes Van Zandt

[@BJane58]

My favorite John Prine song. When I listen to John Prine I am always in amazement that anyone could write those magnificent lyrics. Miss John Prine.

[@michaelclarke8543]

My favourite song by John .... rest in peace

[@hankusdankus8844]

One of many Prine's greatest. He is right there with Dylan as a writer and miles ahead as a performer.

[@davidanglin7177]

I have to agree.

[@davidanglin7177]

I probably listened to this 10 times in a row. 11.🤣

[@scottclay4444]

the Poor man's Bob Dylan

[@michaelhuebner5348]

@@scottclay4444 "Prine's stuff is pure Proustian existentialism. Midwestern mindtrips to the nth degree. And he writes beautiful songs. I remember when Kris Kristofferson first brought him on the scene. All that stuff about Sam Stone the soldier junky daddy and Donald and Lydia, where people make love from ten miles away. Nobody but Prine could write like that. If I had to pick one song of his, it might be Lake Marie. I don't remember what album that's on," Dylan told MTV producer Bill Flanagan.

[@CP5699]

Yes. One of the best things was to listen to John tell a 10 minute story to introduce a 3 minute song.

[@lanathibeault6198]

RIH John Prine...best lyrics every written..much RESPECT!!

[@billzee-tg8hh]

Wow, another one of his songs that makes me cry. I'd be thanking him if I was facing him.

[@SimonRobeyns]

Amazing how he can make the most real and normal things in song and make it shine out. Master of words in his own way. With a joking little kind of sadness.

[@ah13554]

One of the great songs of all time

[@lennycohenfan]

One of the best. Pure and simple.

[@MrBuckwilliam]

awesome! this man's music has meant so much to me, truly a heaven sent gift. i first heard of john prine when i was fifteen or so and his words have had quite the influence on my perception (especially this song) and i felt blessed to be sitting at one of his shows. it was a show at ontario place outdoor ampitheater, which was a five star performance. thanks for sharing this with us :)

[@BashTagg]

Real tear jerker this one... RIP Fares

[@lourdesm.velandia-calderon3486]

Going through a rough patch but at the same time a change of heart. I was online searching for memes under "when you are bitter & mad watch your words" and the title & lyrics of this song came up. I had never heard of John Prine but glad I have now. "...... But it don't do no good to get angry so help me I know. For a heart stained in anger grows weak, it grows bitter, You'll become your own prisoner as you watch yourself sit there wrapped up in a trap of your very own chain of sorrow....."

[@jaxxonwilcox9566]

He is the G.O.A.T!

[@oldsmokeymagee4947]

I wish you peace. Sometimes it is hard...but if you slow down and listen...peace can find you. God bless

[@nolan8336]

Inspirational, a blessing...God bless John Prine🙏🙏👍👍

[@rogerwilliams543]

MY FAVORITE DUDE ...LOVE HIM, HE'S SO REAL AND HONEST

[@mystrbreeze]

still cryin' like a baby ...

[@lesliearroyo3258]

Quintessential Prine. John, you are truly missed.

[@alicedodson3785]

RIP Gentle Giant! We will never forget your beautiful words

[@triplucid3563]

Words of wisdom..get bitter or get better!

[@williamhughes2254]

Been all over southeast to see John over the years. Can identify with this and many of his songs.

[@susunque2245]

Lucky for YoU!👍In other words.. 🤔YOU'VE been.. Blessed! 👆👏👏👏🙏

[@Ultre]

I found this smashed record on the floor near my house, then decided to check it out on KZbin. Wow...

[@skullribcage6803]

Fighting the urge to buy this record. Hard to imagine having it and breaking it. Glad it led to you finding JP tho. A blessing in disguise

[@waynedub1167]

Now that sounds like a John Prine song lol.

[@MsBraustin]

I love, love, love you Jon!

[@paulmonshine9599]

Great song! RIP

[@Fryerstarter]

God damn, I miss my folks.

[@michaelprice7005]

My favorite JP album.

[@kkskkully4]

I love you John Prine

[@jimihill]

My father was a "bruised orange". He never lived to retire, and I believe it was the anger in him that killed him.

[@Atomic-l4c]

JAY HILL in

[@TheMichaelseymour]

oh man ...i melt down so angry,,, if i cant do my zip up quick enough .!!.. its silly ...there is lots for us to be angry at - but we must elevate above it ... hmmmm .....tricky shit !! Gotta try tho -right?

[@williamhughes2254]

JAY HILL so many are bruised and don't realize.

[@carolynnash7900]

One of his best songs. So poignant. That man could sure write.

[@eddiegalon3714]

such a great writer.

[@mommenon1]

An Awesome, simply awesome tune you picked!!!! One of my very Faves...but I guess I love most of JP's tunes :)..I love the lyrics and am glad you ran them so nicely on time, seeing them makes it easier to keep up with John!!! Another great video Bob and absolutely a wonderful tune...Thank you so much!!!

[@nancydavis8323]

thought this was my john prine playlist... then saw your name... then scrolled thru the songs... and... there is sci!!!! i love sci!!! thanks!!!

[@robertlaverdure60]

love the message john sends

[@BOOMNERD51]

Love this!

[@patrickjanish6501]

Always makes me think of my grandpa. With a smile and a tear rolling down my face ill always play this in memory of you. Love you grandpa.

[@alberts1985]

Lyrics are love

[@mikerucker5167]

Feel like I've been hit by a truck today. Probably a mail truck...

[@timacosby]

after his death was announced i couldn't bring myself to listen to John until a few days ago. playing on youtube there was a video of Kristofferson Arlo & John talking about Steve Goodman. I watched it. It picked me up & I was able to listen to John again. John may be my biggest influence in music. I've been listening to him for decades & BTW John. You owe me a million dollars for all the people i turned on to your music. I got you more fans than you got being on tv. lol We'll miss you forever. Thanks for the memories. that could be a song. Dear John. Thanks for the memories................

[@leathompson5777]

Great song💕

[@concars1234]

Why exactly is this guy not as lauded and famous as Bob Dylan or Leonard Cohen or Van Morrison or Neil Young? This is the real country soul music of the folk.

[@iancampbell8778]

Thank you for hearing this song it's awesome!!!!!

[@davidgarrard7301]

RIP John we love you

[@ojaioan]

John Prine has empathized my view of reality. I appreciate the wisdom...& the TALENT! YOU RAWK JOHN, more than bob Dylan ever stole!

[@joetillman3806]

dat's right

[@franparrish7763]

Love his music ♥

[@phspalace1021]

me to

[@Toracube]

So good!!

[@sionhanson2326]

Anyone in the world that thinks its ok to allow their child to grow up in an alcoholic home needs to listen to this song. JP has been my lifeline.

[@mqrieck]

Terrific!

[@rosandy123]

First hear this song on the radio last week done by Bon Iver and saw it was done by John Prine. I hadn't heard of either but both do justice to a great song. Personally I prefer the Bon Iver version, but John's original version is still great.

[@tonyqueen8160]

Best song ii have heard in years... bon iver does a good version to.

[@johnnance6534]

One of John's and Jim Rothermel's best moments

[@Artoflucaboni]

Epic

[@TheOverlyHackeled]

Better sing writer and tune smith than Mr.Zimmerman. he is gone and my old hippy heart is broken Thanks for keepen me drunk enough to get sober

[@edwardmichaels2163]

RIP

[@andrejanssens7544]

With an amazing Jim Rothermel (soprano sax)

[@dorismyers9213]

I agree! It is wonderful!

[@carolynnash7900]

The sax is fantastic.

[@rozenaxsax5133]

Makes me cry every time thinking of a similar story, a student at the University of Wisconsin in Madison in the 60's on his way to class who was run over by a freight car that rolled over him as he tried to go under the linkage between cars of the train that was blocking the street to the campus. Everyone was waiting for it to pass but he got impatient and tried to go under it. Just them the cars bumped each other from some backing manuevere of the engine and the wheel rolled over his torso trapping him. He was there alive for hours while they tried to save him but it was hopeless. I came along during that time when they still hadn't been able to move the train. It was awful and I still remember it to this day.

[@greenroomdude]

:' ) ... thank you

[@mike-ue4wy]

This song is about me but john doesnt know that.The alter boy on the tracks touches some viet nam experiences. The girl on the park bench, could be my dark haired first girlfriend who played me without mercy just because she could. Nothing I could do would erase the anger. Until facebook, realizing her inside ugly finally overtook her outside, and she is a desperately bleach-blond , sun dried hag.Not sure that's a real victory but l will take it It's hard to let go of hurts, big and small.I guess that means it builds character.

[@davidanglin7177]

Hope you're doing well now..

[@skullribcage6803]

Sounds like you need another of his songs - "all the best" Hope you're doing well, brother

[@MrTidehead]

i ned to se this man before him or i die

[@eugenemoore1626]

jeff taylor have you seen prine yet I'm seeing him for the first time next month

[@lynnthoma2130]

Better hurry, he is not doing really good himself. Throat cancer. Saw him 10 years ago. Defenite bucket list to do.

[@thruthfog]

Word smith.

[@bobrossantichrisst]

which album is this off? I love John Prine with ll my heart

[@karenking2742]

bruised orange is the album n song

[@julianaalcantara3595]

0 but do you know how why hawai

[@bensdadfrank]

@ Ultre, one of the luckiest days of your life!

[@kikenobel8724]

Con esta hermosa canción me despido de mis enemigos y por supuesto de mis amigos.... a mis enemigos.. perdón por no entender sus apuestas de vidas y que ellos perdonen las mías.... algún día sacaremos cuentas de lo bueno y lo malo de cada uno.. pero no hay que tener VERGUENZA.. somos "elementos" de prueba en esta dimensión....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ghostmail]

My heart's in the ice house

[@stephanie3389]

Same here ,now

[@somejuan1825]

'and my head said to my heart "you better look out below"' what does this mean?

[@dericanslum1696]

Some Juan ...his head telling his heart to prepare for falling in love..."look out below" is old maritime lingo for warning of something falling from overhead...

[@williamhughes2254]

He kissed the girl and was warning his heart.

[@nancyz3755]

me