John Prine - "I Remember Everything"

The last recorded song by John Prine. 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

[@wirenutt57]

And here I thought I was done crying over JP being gone. Guess not.

[@carlapotts9543]

That will take some time.

[@100perdido]

Nah. You're not through yet. Christmas will come around and you'll put on the Christmas album and hear: There's a room out there somewhere With a woman in a chair With memories of childhood Still lingering there How pretty the paper, the lights and the snow How precious those memories of long long ago. We held hands and stared At the lights on the tree As if Christmas was invented Just for you and me When the angel on the treetop, requested a song We sang Silent Night, all day long. _______________________________________________

[@RENVOVR]

Damn. I was already melancholy and I read your comment and now I can't turn the water off. Seriously, I just lost it. We need John now more than ever.

[@billjordan4172]

You’re not alone.

[@MrWireguy]

Me too.

[@markkinser4247]

The best friend I ever had that never knew me.

[@Orourt8522]

His music would say he knew you.

[@alainehalliwell2416]

Beautiful Lyrics and Sincerely sung Brought Tears to my eyes .

[@patrickswann4616]

yeah, same here, all the way back to 1971 or 72 whenever it was.I used to think he had been sneaking and reading my mail, getting info from people who knew me intimately, listening to me carry on through the thin walls of my old Baltimore apartment. Nobody told our stories the way he did....nobody made a beautiful futile sense of it all the way he did. John passed on just two weeks after I buried my mom, who at the age of 95 realized it was time to get out of here. Just in time for this goddam virus. I am blessed to have loved both of them.

[@f.r.o.gforeverrelyongod4117]

He sure brought me through some really difficult times, but then we danced the night away. Only it was all in my mind. I did get to see him in 2012. Great show.

[@peggy2360]

That's it exactly, mark

[@josephkenny77]

Twenty two years ago I took my oldest daughter to her first John Prine concert. I had sung her to sleep over the years with "Blue Umbrella" and she brought a blue umbrella to the show. We sat near the front and early in the show John saw her and nodded. Late in the show he sang "Blue Umbrella" to her. "Many years later," I took my youngest daughter to her first John Prine concert. She had been sung to sleep with "One Red Rose," and she took a red rose to the concert. Once again we sat toward the front, and John noticed her and nodded. Late in the concert he sang "One Red Rose." So this man that I already loved so much performed this enormous act of kindness towards my two daughters. I miss him so much, it is hard getting used to living in a world without John Prine in it.

[@josephthomas2226]

wow

[@beam-kitty8425]

Beautiful story. Thanks

[@janiceisaacs6755]

❤❤❤

[@e.m.8094]

That's awesome! Thank you for sharing those stories. 🙂

[@SpinninBackfisted]

Wonderful parent. Respect.

[@EKAdventures51]

I am 73 and I like you "remember everything " my children can't believe my memories that are so clear, ---- miss you John Prine

[@briangagnier2764]

We miss you John Prine ………” like the roses miss the dew “

[@mikeb4481]

Two kinds of people in the world. Those who've never heard of John Prine, and those who love him.

[@jj8526]

Spot on...!! John Prine.....RIP

[@55whiplash]

Both described me

[@spanishpeaches2930]

Willie Nelson...on Linda Ronstadt...i believe.

[@jacquismith3277]

🙂

[@mikeb4481]

@@spanishpeaches2930 J.D. Souther said something along those lines about Ronstadt.

[@stepinfetchit9394]

This man is easily one of the deepest, most unaffected poets in modern history. His music is beautiful yet stark, his melodies are haunting and his lyrics alternately reach, crush and restore a soul. This man is to be revered if not for his music, then for the breadth of his soul, at the very least. Please appreciate the depth of this art. Your soul will be enriched.

[@jacquismith3277]

I do and it has been. ❤❤

[@billsmith2041]

John Prine finished his career as strong as he started. The only bad thing about a John Prine performance is that it ends. Simply the best .

[@shavec]

Love this! Isn't it amazing that he can have written and performed so many incredible songs.

[@johnachenbach4645]

for me, he don't end

[@trent_pearson]

Didn’t wanna cry today, but gosh darn... that was beautiful.

[@robertmucha9963]

I know what you mean call I can’t stop crying, what a beautiful song

[@randystein7374]

It was once said, more or less, "A person without a tear is a person without a heart." Cry your heart out, my friends.

[@thelittleorcas4636]

A dear friend of mine sent me this video once. Although he and I were years apart, we shared a love for John Prine. Max passed away this morning. Rest easy friend.

[@ggbythesea9231]

🕯

[@krisstafford2310]

Rest Easy MAX-

[@z6886]

I've never heard this song until it was just now performed on the Grammys in memorandum. My gosh this song is so beautiful and I'm sorry for the loss of this man with his beautiful words.

[@dr0463]

i only heard it once or twice before the Grammys, it just floors me! I cant get it out of my head, since the other night. It makes me tear up,but in a good way!

[@silvermoondrops]

Same here! Never heard of the artist or song before the grammys. From here on in I will always cherish this song! So beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes! 💖💖💖

[@z6886]

@Lyle Johnston that's not nice. It was she singing this beautiful song that led me here.

[@z6886]

@Lyle Johnston I find them each beautiful in their own way. I'm sorry you cannot.

[@hendrikustenwolde8715]

@@dr0463 Perhaps you should also listen to "The wind blows wild " by Kate Wolf

[@jonathanirvin2201]

I wasn't aware of Mr. Prine very early in my life but my brother knew who he was. He shared his love of John Prine and I immediately became a lifelong fan. Sadly my brother passed away three weeks ago. We never had the opportunity to talk about this particular song but it made me think of my brother when it first came out. I considered my brother to be sort of the memory of our family. If there ever was a dispute between any of my siblings about long-ago memories we would turn to him to settle the conflict. It's so sad that he was taken by a horrible disease that robbed him and us of his memories(glioblastoma). That's why this song now carries enormous emotional baggage. As much as I will never forget John Prine I will not ever forget my brother, Mathew/

[@listening2all]

Sorry for your loss of your brother, he would be happy knowing the time and things in common shared will be the very things that you can remember him by and keep you both forever bonded.

[@user-ch7ox7fl9z]

you are a good man

[@skipbroussard8881]

There aren't many people who can make me cry. But this guy, he reaches a depth inside of me that I can't really explain. His lyrics alone are among the finest poetry ever written. But when he sings them it is an emotional event. I miss you John.

[@bobhauswirth4909]

Some people just have that seemingly direct line to your heart

[@gandalfshakur8235]

I relate to each remark. Here we had the most amazing personality in a musician of all the world, then bam, lightening struck just a few short years after getting first turned on to him.

[@ruthboykin9873]

I agree with you Skip!

[@barryspears2010]

Yes he does

[@carolwillis7549]

Lost my man..4 days before mr prine.. This song will be at my mans wake..of 29 years...ocean eyes of blue...I. remember everything.thank you for the words..I didn't have.....

[@TheOverlyHackeled]

At my first Vietnam Vet rap group we all had to introduce ourselves.First names only. I decided to use a first and last name,when it was my turn. I just said "John Stone" Every Vet in the group looked up,smiled and nodded . We all knew what that song meant to us.His music has never left me from the first time I heard that haunting song right up to this day. So at 72 years old I sat around tonight watched the tribute and cried like a new born and laughed like tickled 5 year old. Thanks Brother You always had my six

[@carlapotts9543]

;)

[@kristi9]

Thank you for your service, Sir ❤

[@davidallen8669]

Sam Stone

[@jesseblea8904]

🍻

[@michaelpoole8260]

bless you John Stone.

[@campland2880]

His last song, and one of his best. Great ending, sir.

[@patdean7630]

Sometimes I wish I would forget

[@lindainchicago6335]

The world became so much quieter the day John Prine went to sing with the Angels. I feel blessed and lucky to have lived in a time to enjoy the beautiful music he shared. John Prine made the world a better place. Thank you John Prine! Rest easy. 👏💕🎶😭

[@stevenrichards8880]

Amen to that Linda! He's sing'in to the angels now.

[@ivannovotny4552]

@@stevenrichards8880 I concur Steven, together with Steve Goodman.

[@jessewestbrook9816]

I couldn't have said it better! God bless John Prine and his family!

[@peterbuchan4761]

Linda beautifully said ❤️

[@lindagracecaudillgillum8296]

Well, I'm in awe of You rt now because I'd JUST told my friend that I miss John Prine being in this world and I'm so sad thinking of all the beauty the world will never know because John's no longer here. I read him your comment because you stated so beautifully how I feel. Thank you 💕🎶

[@insynkfg]

We miss John Prine, "like the roses miss the dew." Lovely last song.

[@robertphillips2769]

He just won two Grammys for this song, most deservedly. Way to go, John, you're a hero to many.

[@jphader]

.. i turned 73 today .. Cleared COVID (my first bought with the disease that took John) protocol Today as well .. a little over 4 years now .. Oh.. The best laid plans of mice and men.. had us seeing John .. in concert in March of 2020 .. a concert that never was .. Oh .. But "I Remember Everything" .. The American Storyteller ..

[@peterfox8701]

dear John,, i ate alot of peaches,never put any money in a hole in my arm,saw a few june bugs,had a apartment ,lived thru a warehouse of strangers,saw those diamonds in the sidewalk, even came home curly a few times , but most of all i cannot tell you how many times your music made me smile right down to the core , your music is a legacy that is timeless , Thank you Sir!!!!

[@stevedemoe1169]

Excellent!

[@teresamellett7758]

Amen

[@TheKlauscat]

I don’t remember everything, but I’ll always remember you, John Prine.

[@teacherlion]

My father passed away last year. This song came on randomly when I was driving home from his funeral. I had never heard it before but it was perfect. I'm so grateful for John's music. Truly a legend. My heart goes out to his family who also lost him last year. He will live forever in song and memory.

[@jayfroggy]

My dad pasted in 2013 and I feel the same way

[@Xnataliebrown]

My mother in law just passed away and the same thing happened to us, it came on the radio as we were driving back home. We had instant tears rolling down our face 💔💔 I think it was her way of talking to us 😥

[@roseharvey2664]

OMG, you must have balled your eyes out. Such a lovely song.

[@rufusrhino6644]

It's a beautiful morning in Maine and I'm crying my eyes out listening to this song. I'm here because my sister in law is slowly but surely losing her battle with cancer. This song keeps popping up in my head because it says exactly what I would feel like if I lost my love too early in life. But every time I try to sing it my eyes water and my nose starts running. Must be the pollen. Thank you John for writing this song. If it had to be your last you left us a gem.

[@TheMarthahopper]

Maybe your Dad wanted you to hear this song.

[@rudybristow5563]

John, you're missed! My poet laureate, America's soul. I had the privilege of taking my new bride to John's concert at Center Stage in midtown Atlanta in the mid-80's. I was surprised but thrilled that John walked on stage alone, no backup musicians. The audience was silent, captivated by the Master. John played solo for 90-minutes, took one very short break. The lyrics and music were perfection. It's been several years since John passed but he is not forgotten. John, I wish you peace. I hope Steve and you are reunited. The music is alive.

[@tbush9180]

If John could have picked his last recorded song I think this would have been his choice. A love song to his family and friends... and hopefully to his fans a bit. John, you will be forever missed and forever loved by all your grateful fans.

[@lynnfrost7355]

When I heard this song this morning, it pierced my heart. What an awesome farewell as only JP could have said it. What you said T Bush is right on target!

[@elizabethdevries8028]

What a beautiful comment.

[@pattimyers524]

Miss you to.

[@bloomz1]

When I Get to Heaven?

[@WarpdriveJWB]

@@bloomz1 "When I Get To Heaven" is the very last song, on his very last album, so it holds its' own unique distinction, as well.

[@sumxhi]

Like roses miss the dew. Thank you John.

[@sandyzappa840]

I've listened to John since the 80s..today was a very incredible day. The love of my life died in '21..I thought I had cried every tear. Then this song opens in my algorithm on the very day I had to get all my paperwork together to apply for my survivor benefits. I had just dumped/recycle ALL our wedding cards and childrens birth cards. I got home, shut off my car and listened to this song. 😓..I will never forget this day. it has been a healing like no other day prior. ThankU for this share. It's on repeat for the rest of the day.❤

[@aww100100]

The highlight of tonight’s Grammys.

[@rottenpotato4399]

What have we been condescended to...

[@rottenpotato4399]

What have we been condescended to...

[@scottnelson8050]

The last 2 hours watching Picture Show was both the happiest and the saddest times since the pandemic. That's truly John Prine at his best. RIP MY FRIEND and my prayers are with the Prine family. He is, and will be forever missed and in my heart❤🌈

[@carlapotts9543]

I forgot I missed it how do I find it

[@AndyShearer]

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[@donnaclick6291]

This is a lovely easy kinda song. A message for us, from him, going to great beyond. Rest well, brother friend! It's easy to harmonize with, too! Thanks, John Prine.

[@charlesrbishop]

Touched by heart. I’m remembering you tonight John and offering prayers for Fiona

[@ticker6027]

I love this!! My husband loved John. Yesterday was his birthday he would have been 62. October 24th he’ll be gone 4 years. Rest in peace my Love Pie.

[@fsnvret]

❤

[@ggbythesea9231]

🕯

[@kalikibbe3692]

One of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@neilriddell2171]

What a way to bow out. His songs will last forever. Thank you John Prine, and all the love to Fiona, family & friends.

[@irisseer2773]

His last. I think it's my favorite. It's like he jumped into my heart and unscrambled the alphabet into perfection.

[@cledisstamper8962]

Always, always, remember and love every crazy song he ever wrote. In spite of ourselves was my wedding dance song,with my wife,then😅😊

[@olinelson4734]

Not once has this song failed to make me cry my eyes out

[@sharonazar1]

Same here...

[@unclerufus6749]

I lost my dad 15 years ago, when we all lost John I felt like I lost a little more of my connection with my dad. I always wondered how much he would have enjoyed John's newer songs. Missing both of them right now.

[@laslopferg1805]

"I miss you in the morning light, like roses miss the dew". Poets have done magic with words for thousands of years, but it took John Prine to come up with that one.

[@seljukt]

Sweet songs never last too long on broken radios

[@jonw12]

Aint it funny how an old broken bottle... looks just like a diamond ring...

[@barryallison5378]

Though she still laughs with me, she waits just a second too long.

[@bradleyappleman]

We recently had a still born baby, which has been devastating and this song really gets me. I have played it over and over.

[@michele21auntiem]

I am so sorry. I lost my baby to still birth in 1985. You do learn to carry it.

[@MikeMirarchi]

I'm so sorry for your losses, Bradley and Michele. I'm glad this song gives you comfort, Bradley.

[@thegolfnut812]

A couple of years ago our daughter had a still born baby girl, full term. Our daughter and husband have been blessed with another little girl. I pray that you all will overcome this heartbreak and be blessed with other children.

[@whitjohnson4773]

This song just hit #1 on Billboard. His first #1. RIP JP.

[@norahfountain5373]

"like roses miss the dew" Oh, how we miss you, John Prine

[@yeahbuddy1270]

Thank you.

[@Jumiry1]

When I, a 65 year old man, can feel so saddened by the passing of this man, it says a great deal about him. From the first time I heard his voice through this last song, he is as important an American voice as any we have ever had the great fortune to have had. If he had heard someone say that to his face he would have shrugged and laughed it off. Thankfully his words are with us still.

[@michaelgreenbaum3257]

M.g. that is john gentle and humble. We are so fortunate to be in his time. feels like I lost my very bestfreind and I never met him. The music haunts me. I have no more. Words it hurts so much .if. You told him you loved him and his.music He would answer with two words thank you. Humble and gratious to the very end. Rip john prine. All our love always and forever.

[@unclerufus6749]

I was introduced to John Prine by my dad playing his records when I was young. His likes became my likes. I miss them both terribly.

[@elizabethcolley6383]

Same here...the day John died it felt like I lost a piece of my father as well.

[@LazyIRanch]

I was the one who turned my Mom onto John Prine, in a way. I was 30 when I moved back in with my parents for @ 6 months during my horrible divorce. Mom heard me playing John's music on my stereo, and the song "Speed of the Sound of Loneliness" just blew her away. She came in the room with tears in her eyes, asked me to play it again, then we both hugged and cried as we listened to the lyrics. She loved music, and had excellent taste. Later I smiled as I heard her singing from the kitchen in her lovely contralto voice, "What in the world's come over you?..." She would be 100 this year if she were still with us, and I still miss her every day.

[@unclerufus6749]

I was knee deep in a bottle of bourbon when I wrote this and another comment. Caught a serious case of feelings. I usually dont post anything. Made me feel a little bit better to see that I wasn't as alone as i felt.

[@barbarawilkins1858]

After listening to this song a few more times, I believe I appreciate the tone of John’s “mature” voice even more❣️

[@altpotus6913]

Our national treasure, gone, all gone.

[@robertphillips2769]

This guy was just one great songwriter, one of the very best.

[@davidlj53]

Listened to this guy more than half my 68 years, sad that he’s gone but, he’ll be here forever.

[@adamaskew2866]

My dad took me to see him in Omaha,on his last tour he was so funny so underrated

[@klondike6semperfi]

word of knowledge ☝...

[@riograndemud2007]

My John Prine story: In the summer of 2013 I was a Bus Operator driving a regular daily bus route from El Paso, Texas to Las Cruces, New Mexico called the Texas/New Mexico Park & Ride. Most of the commuters were students from El Paso going to NMSU, or El Paso residents working in Las Cruces or White Sands Missle Range and vice versa. Las Cruces residents going to school at UTEP or working in El Paso. One morning I'm boarding passengers in downtown El Paso and this one fellow catches my eye. There are homeless shelters near both the downtown El Paso bus stop and the downtown Las Cruces stop, so alot of these characters hopped between shelters on a regular basis. So I eyed him over making sure he was clean and not sneaking in some alcohol as some tended to do. He looked alright and he took a seat a couple of rows behind me. As I got on I-10 he started singing, not too loud, but singing to himself and chuckling at himself and the lyrics he was singing. It took me awhile but I finally realized he was singing John Prine songs. Souvenirs, Dear Abbey, Hello in There and on and on. With 3 stops between El Paso and Las Cruces the drive takes about an hour and fifteen. The whole way he sort of softly sang one song after another. I knew it was kind of annoying some of the passengers seated near him, but no one audibly complained. And even if they did, I wasn't about to ask him to stop. This was a John Prine sort of person. When we reached Las Cruces and as he walked down the steps of the bus I called out to him. A little startled, he turned around and I told him, "thanks for the John Prine concert!" I think I made his day...and John Prine made ours.

[@sarahphillips9638]

Lriograndemud

[@fleedermouse]

Hello in there

[@bearkiels9032]

Awwww .... this is a lovely story. I didn't know John Prine but am here after hearing his song played on the dnc day 1 in memoriam section. His songs are definitely my kind so I wanted to hear the whole song.

[@johnstibbs4454]

I discovered John Prine later in life.. he is a wonderful song writer... I'll miss him.

[@chrisd0801]

Wow what a story. Would have loved to been on that bus

[@1957DLT]

Aw, John, we are lesser without you.

[@davidvankirk8469]

I Love you forever. Miss you!

[@garonhart3384]

The end when he looks briefly into the camera. Heartwrenching and heartwarming.

[@harper-nicoleanderson7622]

After seeing this on the Grammys. I lost it completely now seeing this...I am barely holding on.

[@jonoffensend7519]

I wonder how many of us will know the last song we will sing , make every one count you never know!

[@JohnNicholasM]

Rest in peace John, Not rock n" roll, not blues, not jazz, just American folk songs. Bless you in the heavenlies!

[@jimheck6742]

Mark Kinsey’s comment says it for me too. At one of John’s many concerts I attended since 1974 during a pause between songs I yelled out “we love you John.” He gave me that boyish grin and said “I love you too.” Rest easy my friend.

[@dand4692]

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 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

[@jeanne1593]

This makes me cry and think of my late husband, his blue eyes and how much I miss him. And I remember everything, even if it breaks my heart. This is a perfect perfect song that tells a (my) story so well as many others', I know. Thank you, John, for everything.

[@davidalexander6533]

Thankyou JP.

[@corrieclarkson3433]

He was a national treasure!!!!!

[@petephillips2545]

They can play this one at my funeral. Can't think of a better way to go out.

[@briancharlestischleder1543]

man this is an awesome song, very sad to loose a man at the top of his game.

[@alwaysflushinpublic]

RIP Friend.

[@outdooradventures8773]

This always makes me cry, such a wonderful song

[@themistermax]

On this dark, rainy Christmas Eve, as I face the reality that I am getting old, and I think of my father's last hours that I shared with him not so long ago... I can't get this song out of my head. Was a fan of John Prine from sometime in the early '70s, until he left us. Spent a few nights in small venues with him. I remember a lot. Thank you, John, and please give my regards to The Big Man, as I know you have his ear. See ya soon.

[@qkranarchist3015]

Happy Birthday, John.

[@norafaye2131]

I was not ready to be this heart-broken over John Prine. Always will be it seems.

[@jamespriest9658]

I miss u like the roses miss the dew.. u my friend were a warm snowflake.

[@jeanineshiman8228]

And I'll remember you.

[@xine9992]

An exquisite piece, exquisitely performed. What a gift!

[@timingram8630]

Centuries of songs, and it takes John Prine in his last song to say "Like roses miss the dew."

[@abigailsmith2083]

Dear God how I miss this man. I didn't realize that so many felt as I did, that they'd lost a good friend. RIP John, your songs mean more than I can say. You were a bright light in the world.

[@markrenfrow9873]

John is gone, but the light remains with us as long as we remember and play the music.

[@qkranarchist3015]

Today, thinking of John. Thanks for the very lovely memories, John ❤️

[@bouzoukifolk2502]

I have so many 'favourite' JP songs!!!

[@MrFishman1963]

Another magical poem set to music by John. Forever missed!

[@tor4467]

John should be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.

[@raymondcava4669]

I remember everything things ...things I cant forget. What a great line.

[@EanBre-pm4yl]

Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@craigdowden2196]

“Swimming pools of butterflies, that slipped right through the net.” (Perfection)

[@ty9884]

What an image.

[@diamonddave8693]

Congrats to John, the John Prine family and Oh Boy Records for the Grammy Wins.

[@patdean7630]

Talk abour a masterpiece.

[@rulistening7777]

My first time hearing this man. Such a kind and rich voice.

[@ronjones4069]

Be careful listening to more of his music, it will change you life.

[@jacquismith3277]

It absolutely will. Love JP❤

[@crystalcox119]

I remember you John and all your Fans will always be here for your lovely Fiona and your sons. Rest Easy Handsome Johnny ❤❤

[@crystalcox119]

My gosh my heart still aches with pain. I miss and love you so very much Handsome Johnny 💔💔

[@MrRiton42]

i'm french and 65 older , i think this man is one of the best singer and guitarist i know ..

[@poguesmthon3087]

It's hard not to love John Prine. Some folks love the roots, some folks love the stems, and some the blooms....I would give anything but my dog to have him back.

[@jakeknobby423]

Oh John. You left us with so much, more than we could ever imagine. You painted that masterpiece right till it was time to go, thanks for not stopping.

[@mikehumphrey4361]

This simple but beautiful song exemplifies everything about why John Prine endeared himself to so many people. Unique voice.....a story teller....comforting relaxing pace.....a guitar well played....without any drama or props.....song after song and year after year. To me, he was more than an entertainer. He was, and will forever be, a dear friend who I have spent endless hours with. I wish I could have met him.

[@davidmott1969]

I have fashioned many of my own songs on his style.The beauty of simplicity was his trademark.

[@The411]

That was the perfect goodbye. Take care John, say hi to Steve for me.

[@markwhite4433]

Coming up on the fourth anniversary of Jon's death from the coronavirus... I had been released from the hospital that day... it was my first time having to stay overnight in one... His passing was crushing.. Rest easy J.P. you are missed and loved ❤ 🎶🎸

[@normanmclellan3018]

Wish I could have had a beer with this guy before he passed.

[@markkinser4247]

Me too bother!

[@steveguidroz1311]

Coronavirus stole his genius from us. RIP John Prine. American treasure.

[@Dzztzt]

Now the monsters are trying to steal his legacy to bury it.

[@georgehussey4050]

This is just beautiful. He knew.

[@notconvinced]

It's time to forget Everything!

[@wproct11]

John was indeed a treasure. I have many of John's songs that I like, but my favorite was also John's mom's favorite. "Souvenirs".

[@cajmd54]

drank bourbon tonight while watching this tribute...laughed and cried... John was truly a song's best friend.

[@kelseydimattei6662]

As a so writer guitar picking player myself how I never stumbled across this cat is unbelievable..heard of him back in the 90s but as Mother Nature steals our precious seconds til the years pass now I know who he is!

[@allan8371]

I remember the first JP song I heard. I am sorry to hear his last.

[@donmcgrew2997]

We miss you too Mr. Prine

[@ArtTripper]

His voice was never better than it was in this recording.

[@raymondcava4669]

I wonder is this a studio recording with different footage of him playing it?

[@dr0463]

@@raymondcava4669 good question?