John Prine - "Souvenirs" - Live from Sessions at West 54th

[@HEEDER]

Anyone else here in June of 2024 missing a great artist and story teller?

[@karenlewis-du4lm]

Iam❤

[@mrjohnst]

July

[@mrjohnst]

Either be brilliant or don't. I'm certainly incapable

[@bryangardner2365]

Unfortunately I discovered him after his death, first heard “paradise “ and was hooked

[@liscarlson2099]

Unfortunately me too, a few months after he passed. There's such an honesty in his songs and performance.​@@bryangardner2365

[@jeanineshiman8228]

I didn't know John Prine until the day he passed away, but I know him now , an somehow I miss him as though he were my lifelong friend

[@rjh1226]

Strange, I knew the name forever. Now I’m playing his Songs and I hadn’t listened to him until two weeks ago. I’m sorry I only decided to check him out so late in life

[@gregorycrum4182]

Miss John & Steve Goodman. 😢

[@nogrey]

My experience exactly. Now I don’t go a day without listening to his music, and missing him.

[@m.acosta6465]

Well welcome to the club....better late than never

[@mickdunne8937]

He is magic

[@bjorngillefalk8965]

"If you don't like John Prine you're not really human". Björn Gillefalk, old swedish guy.

[@sitkahans]

I can agree with that, even if it comes from a swede. :)

[@debbiemcwilliams2789]

I definitely agree but not every one knew him sooooo I'm going to give people time to catch up they can have their souvenirs.. I got acquainted with him through shooting bottles beside a certain river and Steve Goodman means you never even called me by my name

[@jamesutley1352]

Well some humans ain’t human

[@bjorngillefalk8965]

@@jamesutley1352 So eventually someone got it!

[@pamtedder]

2nd that... Amen

[@miketerpening8929]

I was a teacher for 42 years, 2 of my former girl students told me about John Prine after they graduated, and I retired, said I needed to listen! I did, I loved him, they knew I would. He died a week later! Thank God I still have his music!

[@ZachThomas-zs1du]

I been listenein due to my deddy since I was a boy Sam stone deep

[@terrihardeman5699]

At 70 yrs old I’ve been singing his songs since I was 18 . He was the best

[@TylerMitchem-x3i]

❤❤

[@kellycoleman2895]

Yes he is an was♡ God rest his soul❤

[@Martucio]

Me too. I’ve lived with this man’s great music since high school.

[@chucke728]

u are just an old fart.....aren't we all..............

[@dtschuor459]

My late mother spoke reverently of a John Prine. I’m so sad that I wasn’t able to listen to this with her before she passed.❤☮️💜

[@TRIChuckles]

I don't know if anyone ever reads these. But like so many John Prine helped me through so many dark times. I have so much sympathy and empathy. For his family. I lost my wife at 49. John Prine helped me in so many ways , now I cannot help his loved ones in any way. He sure is missed. A good man.

[@ClydeHUC]

Yeah, I read it and I appreciate it.I understand my friend save Travis to.My friend travels to you my friend

[@jimblackwell8762]

You are not alone 😢

[@pamtedder]

Amem

[@kimkrawczyk2199]

My wife and I walked outside of the Akron Civic Theater one Sunday in the mid 90’s. It was mid day and no one was on the street. This guy passed us on the empty street. I said to my wife I think that’s John Prine! After a few seconds I turned and yelled JOHN! He turned and walked back towards us. After a few seconds of hello and introductions he looked at us and said. I can’t find a way to get in to the theater. We helped him find the back entrance where Arlo Guthrie had just pulled in. They were co headlining the show that night. Some things you never forget no matter how small they may seem.

[@barbaramonaco105]

Saw many fine shows at the Civic. How lucky you were to meet John.

[@gregorycastillo8202]

I'm sure he had a song inside his heart about that brief moment...you're lucky

[@dalton7509]

Greatness

[@carlaray7614]

That’s awesome!❤

[@yeahbuddy1270]

Someone wrote “he was the best friend he never knew I had” sure fits. 😎

[@Cricket069]

The very MINUTE I heard of John's passing, I put on, fittingly, "When I Get to Heaven"!! And I just KNOW he found his mama's SISTERS!!

[@katanaki3059]

John ain’t dead. His music lives in all of us. What a great songwriter

[@RickaramaTrama-lc1ys]

The dislikes on here must be a sad sorry lot indeed~!!! John Prine is a national treasure. Bless you John~!!

[@dragmyre]

play it again, Rick.

[@Paul-repofirland]

Arguably one of the best songs ever written,Dylan would’ve given his left arm to have written this classic

[@havingfun1968]

Those are the same people who hate puppies, love, sex, and thier own genitalia. Nothing makes them happy, so fuck them. Semper Fidelis from an Old Corps Marine. Captain T.

[@chrishillier647]

@@Paul-repofirland Kris Kirstoferson once said John Prine is so good, we may have to break his thumbs lol,,, amazing story teller and musician

[@jeremyholland876]

Millennials no doubt

[@ajmdez]

We’re not equipped to bury this much talent. Rest peacefully friend.

[@Rocketman10057]

Beautiful ❤️

[@jimmyb2030]

😢

[@brenttownsend387]

Amen and Amen

[@knightowl7457]

Will miss him

[@Eriador1979]

well said

[@liosalan]

At 67 years I’ve just found John Prine. I’ve wasted too many years.

[@billr4283]

My son introduced John to me 2 years ago…I am 75 yoa now

[@bazthehandyman]

You def have, that's a sure fact.

[@michaelmueller8772]

Rest in Peace, John. You were the most modest and beautiful of giants. John wrote songs that captured the genuine, broken beauty of humanity. Leonard Cohen once noted that the cracks in everything are how the lights gets in. John Prine was the light.

[@johanesmuylargo]

Thanks for writing that.

[@patdee9065]

That choked me up. May his light shine on.

[@jeffgaumond4250]

A hundred years from now when the tribal remnants of our civilization huddle around their campfires at night they will be singing songs by Lennon and McCartney, Bob Dylan and John Prine.

[@johanesmuylargo]

@@jeffgaumond4250 Your forgot George Harrison and Jeff Lynne!

[@jwhit8340]

The only consolation is maybe, just maybe he is with Steve.

[@7137271]

"That's for Steve Goodman." That hurt.

[@johnthomson2164]

Still magic in Oct 2024

[@carlaray7614]

Seen him several times, his music will live on forever.❤️ RIP John.

[@mikejones6486]

Man, this John Prine is something else. I was born in 1968 and I'd heard of him before. I'm ashamed that I didn't come to appreciate him until he was gone. He seems like a guy that you could drink a beer with and I can't believe how awesome he is. Love ya John and may you RIP, you are one of the best.

[@grfann]

Ive discovered John Prine today, wow what a revelation..

[@dylanrjohnson]

I don’t know the meaning of life but I’m pretty sure it’s in a John Prine song. 🖤 He got old, but he never got old. RIP to the only songwriter that’s inspired me and got me through as much as Bob Dylan. John Prine has been my beacon of hope through this virus, living in New York, California and just most of the last two decades. He was the one musician who felt like they were there with me through the best and worst moments of my life. No one else could singularly personify the joys and pain of life in so few words. I had to wipe tears from eyes two days ago listening to Lake Marie (the live session at West 54th obviously, the middle verse of you were wondering) Then I had to question why a song lyric, that wasn’t supposed to be sad, had me weeping dead sober in the middle of the day. Just because it was beautiful. I would be more shocked and surprised if the writing wasn’t on the wall. He recorded what has to the best last album to grace this world. All in all, I really just feel kinda lucky that we got to spend time on the same earth as this guy. All the snow has turned to water. RIP

[@carolburke5591]

Your tribute to this wonderful man is so beautiful that it had me weeping.

[@deirdredoyle9410]

Consider this me liking your response twice.

[@johnclark6571]

I agree with Carol and diedra. JP songs are one of the reasons I can't listen to modern 'music'.

[@donaldcook3112]

@@johnclark6571 . . . Both your good self , myself ... and all of the other ' self's ' outwith our springs and summer's perhaps ... but not just what , exactly , r e a l word's and music used to be all about . Long since departed .

[@haywoodsherrod5016]

;in h I'm mi

[@thespiritof76..]

I hate graveyards and old pawnshops, for they always bring me tears. I can't forgive the way they robbed me, of my childhood souvenirs... Greatest line ever written.

[@816taylor]

I think Sam Stone, is one of his best songs.

[@johnartois447]

@@816taylor This isn't bad either

[@timperrott8327]

Another of my favourite lines by John Prine: "It ain't such a long drop - don't stammer, don't stutter - from the diamonds in the sidewalk to the dirt in the gutter (and you carry those bruises to remind you wherever you go)".

[@chuckstein1738]

Great indeed...Greatest? that's a tall statement...

[@michaelpouy7728]

"There's a hole in Daddy's arm where all the money goes". Best. Line. Ever.

[@MichaelDrake-b7r]

Been jammin with John Prine for 50 years or more. Love his music. RIP my brother.

[@lincolnmaceachern2410]

They used to consider him the "new Dylan," but come on; I can't argue Dylan's genius, but they are complete opposites. Prine doesn't have a cynical bone in his body. His genius is his empathy.

[@pennybenton5607]

Although I agree Dylan is uniquely talented, I'll argue John is as well. To each there own...

[@futuropasado]

New Dylan in talent, not personality. Dont be toxic

[@pennybenton5607]

@@futuropasado I've never expressed toxicity. I grew up listening to both talents. Not sure how they can be compared.

[@pattyhaley9594]

Totally, John sung our feelings as well our minds.

[@markdrum2392]

Bob Dylan and John Prine were big fans of each other. We've been lucky to have so many great songwriters.

[@MM-vv8mt]

I first listened to John Prine in 1970 after my brother came back from Viet Nam and wore the grooves out of "John Prine". I was 11 years-old at the time and was completely blown away by the poetry and musicality of that album. I promptly started playing guitar and learned to play pretty much every song on the album. I then bought "Diamonds in the Rough" and still start out my open-mic set with "Souvenirs". If that song does not move you, then buddy, you don't have a pulse...

[@bozzskaggs112]

At 11 I wouldn't have gotten it. I was 15 and cutting tobacco for a few days and every day after work this college junior drove me home in a Camaro. I don't remember his name but he introduced me to John Prine. "You like music? Check out this cat." He hit his cassette deck I heard "Please Don't Bury Me" and "Dear Abby". I got my attention. Then "Sam Stone" and "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You into Heaven Anymore" rocked me. Challenged, I had to step back and THINK. I never learned to play anything but the stereo but Prine's music made me aware of the songwriter and especially those who were poets or storytellers. If you toss in Jerry Jeff Walker, Townes, Nancy Griffith, Rodney Crowell, Guy Clark, and about anyone who breathed Del Rio air you will see some of those poets that I started looking for and listening to. Where do play?

[@trickyricky591]

One of my favorite song writers, if not the best. I'm 65 and he's still a hero to me

[@RhondaB4thesong]

'82 for me... TY my Brother Tim I hope you're shaking his hand 💖💖

[@riverraven7]

❤😢❤

[@samuelblackmon5545]

He has a unique style of picking his guitar that I love as much as the lyrics!!!

[@jimw.4161]

John Prine sings from the heart - and his songs tell the truth. This man is a giant and deeply missed. There aren't many songwriters better than John Prine - his words are magical. The working man's Mozart. RIP John Prine. Your music will last forever.

[@russellhamilton4457]

Rest in peace my friend, 🌹❤️🙏

[@luicantu4676]

Crazy as a loon

[@rrobb47]

"Working mans Mozart" What a beautiful and fitting compliment. You've got a bit of lyricist in you as well.

[@jimw.4161]

@@rrobb47 👍😁👍 Thank you!

[@Howard-h4p]

God bless you John you have comforted me right on time you were God sent into my life your music and character was there when I needed it thank you sincerely Howard overby!!!

[@timbuk2l868]

John Prine used to deliver my moms mail back in MayWood Illinois. Just west of Chicago. Met him twice and wish I could have remembered more.

[@shelleybuehner5673]

Wow! I love this ❤

[@waltermichalski3964]

Wonderful that you met him!

[@susanhawkes2519]

That brings tears. Can't believe slipped away from us with that damnable virus.

[@johnschoonover5914]

Sometimes music speaks what you feel inside. Sometimes you have to shut the world out and close your eyes and turn up the music. Still listening 2024!!!! Great tunes.

[@shaunawilson2651]

His music saves lives everyday.. he reminds us its rough for everyone and we ain't alone yall. God love him ♥️

[@davidholton9667]

How are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@alanhawkins]

@@Lou-yo2juwhat effort? 2jmeow?

[@alanhawkins]

@@davidholton9667Robbed

[@johnschoonover5914]

I was born in the 60's. A lot of this song is me to a tee.great tunes brings back so many memories. The 80'S and 90's was the best. Still here August 2024!!!!

[@tageschance5501]

❤❤❤liebe ich auch 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BrianRPlaut]

Rest in peace John. The world will never see your like again.

[@michealsavage3714]

I worked with him in Denver on a cold snowy night, amazing brilliant man, GODSPEED JOHN

[@maryvictorious5893]

Let us hope you are wrong!

[@grubbypooh]

Mike Savage i

[@michealsavage3714]

@@grubbypooh thats me!

[@pollyroxs]

agreed]

[@lisaaliff2987]

My man John Prine! Broken hearts and dirty windows. Who can’t relate?

[@steviemits]

Love you John Prine.

[@kathleenlovins2020]

I can ! Wonderful story , singing man ! I got to see him one time here in rockford Illinois

[@johnmoxey2576]

Went to see him in Clearwater Fl last December....so glad we did oh what a wonderful performer.

[@julianthorne7860]

Sadly millions.

[@EveryKneeShallBend]

Make life difficult to see. That's why last night and this morning.... always look the same to me. John Prine.

[@randysteele4316]

San Diego A School late 1973 late night walking past a dive bar and heard this voice staggered in and was hooked been a fan ever since unmatched and under appreciated voice and talent

[@dinkydover8794]

My husband introduced his music to me in 1982. One song I can't find that my husband played for me. The Joy Of My life!

[@cmallpeter4596]

I cant Imagine what if I did not know this song, Life wouldnt be the same.

[@christopherwhittaker3144]

I had to write something, I've just listened to this whole album, it's like Nanci is here in my living room, of course she isn't, I fell in love with the beautiful Texas lady way back in 1987, Lone Star State of Mind, From a Distance, sold to that English Guy with a wistful look in his eye. Done deal right there, never changed😢

[@stevenrobertson1064]

Been a fan for 50 years, and since he died I can't listen without tears❤

[@randalltaylor3700]

Same here

[@toddhenderson3019]

We were Blessed with Mr Prine

[@alannuther1656]

prayers out to John Prine and his wife they are in hospital in critical condition with covid 19

[@mariesymcewan7737]

Prayers from here in Ireland 🇮🇪 this was my dads funeral song he loved John x

[@pennybenton5607]

His wife too, wow PRAYING

[@steelftw6097]

Thanks John

[@1regina534]

Thank you for the " child-like faith" John :)

[@MrFLeeF]

A quietly humble genius has left us today. Goodnight, John. Rest peacefully, sir.

[@Zebedeez_Nuts]

Legends never die

[@BrianPPadden]

That's when I discovered John Prine. He and his wife went to perform. As I recall, his hip was bothering him and he had a stool to sit on. He did feel goodness, flew back to NYC with his wife, diagnosed with COVID and passed. Started listening to him and still do!

[@waynereynolds4553]

John Prine died today, he will be missed he was a great talent.

[@gordonhoran4373]

A moment to praise the men beside him for so many of these years, Jason Wilber and Dave Jacques, no one had steadier backup than these two, a gift to us all

[@anthonycass1994]

Could not agree more. Jason Wilber a great and most underrated guitarist and Dave Jacques’ base gives a more mellow tone.

[@bigrig4385]

I really wondered if that was a younger Jason Isbell for a minute. Thanks for the PSA!

[@alasdairwreid]

add me to that list!!!!

[@gordonhoran4373]

Big Rig Hey big rig by chance are you a trucker

[@bigrig4385]

@@gordonhoran4373 Some days.

[@larrypermenter5580]

I just was beginning to know John Prine and learn of his genius. Then he died of Covid. I cried most of the day. What a treasure he was. I miss him.

[@jamescrockett8236]

Dear John, thank you for saving my life.

[@tomeurich8359]

What a great great performer!!! RIP John your music will forever live on.

[@davepower7170]

my best friend passed away 28/1/24...... i visited him the day before he left us.... and he asked me if I would have this song played on his final journey as he leaves the church..... which we did..... RIP Tom

[@dubthing181]

I'm sorry for your loss, I'm sure you will see each other again...

[@meghansullivan6812]

💙

[@davidcotter4515]

Just was introduced to John Prine, Lord where have I been.

[@dandeschambault6704]

That was the first time I ever heard this song , now I have listened to a dozen versions of it ! You absolutely nailed it ! Best version I’ve ever heard 🤠

[@BrianGodfrey-t7l]

Wow I wish I was there to see John prine a humble man brilliant at coming across on KZbin what a treasure RIP JOHN YOU WENT TOO SOON😁

[@thomasclark2014]

When we lost John Prine, we lost one of the Very, Very, Very, Very best Country Music Artists. R. I. P my friend. Thanks for all the wonderful music over the years.

[@ivannovotny4552]

I just love this man, never - not once - forgets to mention Steve Goodman in any of his performances. John, you're true hero to me.

[@robertmcgregor9271]

SAME HERE @

[@melrupp2129]

Amen, brother.

[@mickdunne8937]

Hello in there

[@lindavasa7519]

I saw John Prine in 1977 at the tower theater. Had front row seats and at the end of his last song which I really don’t remember what it was he threw his guitar pick into the audience and I caught it. Well years later it ended up being my lost souvenir.

[@johnartois447]

Have listened to Mr. Prine for over forty years. Still makes me want to listen and sing along. Thank you JP for a lifetime of music.

[@MARYANNE269]

Hey, I've just stumbled across Mr Prine. Yes Sorry, He's great, I love his little stories in between songs, too, sounds like I've got a bit to catch up on eh? Great 😍😆👍

[@johnwalton7746]

Why. Are your tickets so high ? I've loved John since the early years.I'm 63 years old but i can't make my self pay $ 500. For a seat to see even Jesus Christ. I know that John. Prine is second to none as a writer.I cant get enough of his music.thanks anyway.maybe one day.from John w.

[@fleegerbriggs5694]

Just keeps getting better. Tree of Forgiveness CD is great!

[@vinniejohnson1534]

​@@johnwalton7746 I'm pushing 70. One thing Prine taught me over 40 years ago: a clown like me could pop 200 clams for a guitar and become sane. I hope John sells a million tickets at $500 a seat. He is a national treasure. Been said before, and worth repeating here... ""The music business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run free, and good men die like dogs. There's also a negative side." "Tree of Forgiveness: is a hell of a tribute to a hell of a career and he should be getting $1500 a ticket, imo. If you can't get enough of JP's music, learn to play a half dozen or so of his songs. Salve for the soul I tell ya. YMMV...

[@triciasmith2639]

I hav9been a fan that long ,,,but,,my aunt ivy has. I think of her when I play his songs

[@callmeishmael7452]

There was a kid who came to my door on Halloween two years ago. About 10 or so years old. Had little wings glued to his orange t-shirt and carried a candy bag. I said so who are you , an angel? He pointed to his t- shirt which had a shape and a dot and pointed to the dot and said ‘I’m the angel from Montgomery. Floored me.

[@AlexiHolford]

Call me Ishmael wow! That is incredible.

[@fredmichaels418]

John could have written a song about this, but would have considered it too pretentious I suppose. Thanks for Sharing .....Nice Tribute .

[@adamruhnke7048]

I regretfully discovered John Prine after he passed away. I wish I would have known about him earlier'; I would give anything to see him live. I suppose this song fits my feelings toward that.

[@terryburns7500]

I was lucky. I discovered him about a year before he passed away. I could tell he was in poor health so I flew to the Chicago area (I live in Portland, Maine) and paid a crazy amount of $ to get front row seats to see him....about 9 months before he died.....

[@turkey8016]

been a strong force in my life for 50 years!! met at a show in Williamsburg in 73 great conversation and the vibes never left. he always gave me a nod at shows....man I miss him...not a day goes by with out a tear shed...

[@annamulqueen1535]

💚🤍🧡 It is still hard to believe this beautiful man is no longer with us, but his music is better than a tonic. And today the lovely Nancy Grittiths has joined him in that Heavenly Choir.RIP Nancy and John. You were both loved in every corner of Ireland🌹

[@ronaldjohnson902]

If I’m ever down and need a pick me up, I put JP on. And that doesn’t work, I find that clip of John dancing off stage. I laugh til I cry. Those tears cleanse my soul and puts me in a good place. ❤❤❤❤

[@michaelclay8544]

I can not believe how great this is. A song about a breakup. And the réalisation that life goes on. And if you look and explore you will know it's ok and life goes on. A completely totaly great song. Simply marvelous

[@jameshaggerty5690]

The greatest genius is always found in simplicity.

[@p.m.j.schellekens550]

Indeed Prine is a master in simple but true stories straight to our hearts. So gratefull for this !

[@nolan8336]

Well said James, John Prine spoke to our Hearts 💚. We'll always have his music, RIP John. 🙏.

[@bevylegere6868]

I have been listening to JOHN PRINE since l was 14 yrs old. I turned 60 past Nov. and as a huge fan I really feel I have lost a family member. I loved you and still do...faithfully listen to him everyday

[@fleedermouse]

Your heart gets bored with your mind and it changes you. You wanna talk about a line for the ages of poetry.

[@robertphillips2769]

This man was a giant.

[@docrobinson558]

One of the Most heartfelt songs ever written and John talks of "waiting it on the way down to the club". We were blessed to have known him.

[@robertphillips2769]

God, this guy was a giant. His songs can move me to tears, and I really don't care if the whole world knows.

[@nightingaleofsorrow9349]

Came back to this one after hearing of John's passing. God I loved his songs. Take care on the other side buddy...

[@eilrahc__]

My introduction to John Prine was not from the radio or from critics, but from hearing about how revered he was by other songwriters, both contemporaries and those who came after him. He was kind of the songwriter's songwriter, someone who just got it and knew how to make a listener feel understood and less alone in the world. My only regret is that I didn't start listening to him sooner than I did.

[@ronaldjohnson902]

I had planned on going to see John on a late snowy February night 17 miles from my home. The ice and weather got the best of me, and I figured I’d catch him down the road. Two months later, he was gone…Sad…Very sad indeed…

[@greenbeagle13]

He was an absolute master at songwriting. ❤❤

[@robertphillips2769]

One of the greatest American songwriters of all time. A good human being, sensitive, compassionate, and a genius in expressing human lives in song.

[@mmattfloyd1]

God, I wept over my dinner listening to his music... I hate that he's gone.

[@AlexiHolford]

Matthew Miller ❤️

[@nancylally5540]

Matthew Miller Me too. The other night after listening to a couple of JP songs , my eyes spontaneous flooded.

[@mmattfloyd1]

Nancy Lally ‘my eyes spontaneous flooded’...sounds like one of John’s lyrics. ❤️

[@mmattfloyd1]

Alexi Holford 🙏🏻

[@czguy3045]

He'll never be gone... he just won't write quite as many new songs.

[@jaysoneubanks579]

I never knew who John Prine was until I heard of his passing. The discovery of his incredible music in this time of unprecedented uncertainty and struggle has calmed my nerves. He is quickly becoming one of my favorite songwriters. Rest easy John.

[@richyinnes]

Hopefully you listen to his albums. Genius!!

[@ysethinhfsgvhtcvb]

Well put. God bless him, what a gift his music is.

[@m.acosta6465]

Welcome to the club....better late than never

[@robertphillips2769]

Well he is truly one of the greatest of all American songwriters.

[@rhondahacker9436]

Me too.

[@pretorious700]

If I get deep into Johns' songs I get a gigantic melancholy followed by a huge rush of pure joy. Can't say that about most any other artist.

[@rhondahacker9436]

Very few artist can evoke these kinds of feelings. John Prine truly was a great!

[@rynowaxx_]

@pretorious700 right... How is he able to instantly grab your deepest buried emotions and satisfy you at the same time. What am amazing talented musician.

[@michaeldmusiccanada]

Happy Heavenly Bday my friend ! MikeyD/Calabogie...Canada ...that is

[@allanhughes7859]

Just found John after 65 years where the hell have i been ???? Dylan himself would struggle to better this chap !! Why the hell is he not better known to the likes of me..Ok I dont surf the net cos i don't know how to but where has he been all my life ??? Not only does he do good good stuff but he seems so humble like a breath of fresh air ...No ego says it all............ Well done John I hear you aint been too well so god go with ya fella. If ya aint got a god then we are all behind you !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@511wlj]

I saw John during his first performances at the 5th Peg in Chicago. You could tell he was destined for greatness

[@allanhughes7859]

Yes i agree !! you are very lucky to have seen him in action not sure if he ever came over here to the U.K. ???? If he did i never heard of his schedule otherwise I am sure i would have gone to see him..Live is always best..Thanks for you reply............ Allan.

[@mhill7569]

Took me 74...but better late than never.Whadda Gift❗️👍🏿✌🏿tnx,Lynn Hinson👌🏿

[@markrichards6863]

Hello in there. You have been listening to his music all along, covered by other people. He's the working man's Dylan. I love the way JP gets to the point, so simple, so elegant.

[@MARYANNE269]

I thought that too! I only found recently, he's so cool, humble, honest, tenented, funny. A genuine treasure. I love his songs. ♥️♥️

[@BrianGodfrey-t7l]

What a genius picker he was JUST THE BEST HUMAN BEING RIP JOHN

[@jeanneobrien7381]

John Prine is the best, down to earth singer. RIP❤

[@davidstokes925]

I miss you so badly!

[@danielkirk4740]

I Seem To Shed Tears Everytime I Hear This Heartfelt Treasure, Of Mr Prine!

[@Ryan-Hall]

It Is Amazing 2 see so many Folks from 1st timers to all Their lifers, This song as I was 1st learning John and his Songs, I felt it come back to me more and more the Older I got, From childhood toys, broken special things, the Loved ones & Friends I Lost, getting married having my step son's & my birth son's, Seeing Folks get Older and loss of Guitars to make house Payments, then loosing our home, loosing my wife!! All the pictures of my Wife and Family and Friends I Lost. Thanks John, Love you as a Brother, Best Friend, Mentor, From Song Writer to Life Lessons, Miss U! To Everyone Family to Fans, GOD Bless U all!✌️🎸🤠

[@SteppingRaven56]

Understand that John is ill presently. Send your love and blessing his way please

[@loditx7706]

I had heard that also and was very sorry. I cannot send blessings because that implies a belief I do not have, but I certainly send my very best wishes, which I am sure won't affect anything, either, but hope if he learns of it, it will bring comfort.

[@wildmountainthyme4123]

Sending prayers to John and his family. Hope he recovers fully!

[@galebrown6408]

I heard today he is on a ventilator with COVID19, and his wife is now positive. Sending thoughts of love and healing.

[@neilsthepoet]

Brenda Thom 👍🎶❤️

[@neilsthepoet]

LodiTX ..relax man you’re too sure of the negatives.... at least balance it out 🌺🎶

[@chesterthayer9681]

Got back from Vietnam in 1968, discharged from Marines in 1969. Got a place in mid-town Memphis, Cooper and Madison. Musicians, artist, folks against the war-including vets, so I fit right in. Heard Prine's song, Sam Stone, so profound. I thought at least somebody gets it, John Prine. What a blessing he was to humanity.

[@garyhamby4569]

John is a national treasure. These songs never lose their power.

[@davidroga6508]

This song is magic, like all of his music. His singing is just so legendary. Music could never get better than this.

[@Gravyman-hd7uj]

I have been listening to JP for 44 years ain't stopping now.

[@peaceprayers]

I've listened to his music for way over thirty years tonight I was singing some of his songs and playing them on my guitar.I still love his songs as much as the first time.I heard them

[@johnw614]

I just read the news that John has passed. Listening to his music, and learning to play his songs on the guitar, he will always be remembered, and missed very much. Tears aren't enough to express how this feels. We love you John, you are a treasure.

[@oscardelta1257]

My favorite singer. He sang about everyday life. Grew up listening to him in the 70's and still listen today. Many of his songs are a reflection of my own life and even John's life. I partied hard just like John back in those days and just like John had to give it up. May you rest in peace John and sing in the heavens forevermore. Love ya brother, see ya when I get there and will pull up a chair and have a listen. Thanks for the souvenirs John Prine- October 10 1946-April 7 2020

[@tangobango9653]

‘Broken toys and faded colors...’ Your colors will never fade Mr. Prine. R.I.P.

[@glennparsons8727]

Amazing memories that the brain just unraveled... Amazing talented family of musicians 👍👍👍

[@urbanvikingsson1639]

THIS is what country music is all about.

[@MrPnance26]

The duet of this song with Steve Goodman is one of the best I have ever known. I will stop every time I hear it.

[@patmcpee]

Congratulations, John. Although you’re a million miles away (playing for Angels, no doubt), you are still forever in each and every one of our hearts. In your own special way, you have reached right into us and touched us in a way that we didn’t even know was possible. You were ‘sangin’ ‘bout something,’ but we (the hip ones!) recognized that deep within those layers, you were really sangin’ ‘bout something else altogether. And we collectively thought- “Damn! He’s saying EXACTLY what I FEEL! How does he know???” That gift or talent or where-with-all is something that ‘can’t be boughten.’ You got it, John. And you gave it to us. And they’re STILL recognizing you for it. You must have been a great hang.

[@craiger9313]

Well said that’s all that needs to be said

[@sharonj6236]

@@craiger9313 soo well said ~ thank you Craiger! I love the song he wrote when his mother died ~ *the moon is down* ~ and still down cause he's gone ~ I miss him!

[@samuelvarner679]

That song is my life

[@larryhazlett4445]

My favorite John Prine song. One of my best friends died yesterday and I remember the good times we had together. Those are the best souvenirs.

[@laureluresalyer4557]

My husband turned me on to John Prine in the early 1980s. John was a legend because he sang songs every blood redded American could relate to. Rest in Peace John Prine. You are truly missed 😢.

[@Davidmoore-ib8xg]

Hello dear,how is the weather over there?

[@Webendowed]

It saddens me to think that this is represents another stepping stone to the end of an era. Today's music will never resonate with such quality.

[@jamesducharme4932]

Yes it will.

[@julieclifford7698]

Deepest fun tender love w this man…”just wrote this tune on the way to the club…” sweet quick wit and lovin sharing story time…. and feelings at 4:00 on… all around.. and much more✨🐣🐾🌼🐝🍂💙🌸❤️🧡💛💚🍂🤍🤎🖤🕉🌷💜🐬

[@sheckyfeinstein]

I was one Saturday morning doing errands and happened to be listening to a John Prine collection on the radio. I was not familiar with him at the time. Whilst in the parking lot I finished hearing the album. I could not go in the store. I’ve since been a big fan. I understand he is now ill. My best wishes attend him, and would love to see a full recovery.

[@johnkuykendall1532]

Later

[@NatureLoverAgnostic]

great american. his songs are voice of common people

[@brettburney9623]

broken hearts and dirty windows, make life difficult to see......RIP John