Kenny Rogers - Coward Of The County (Audio)

[@jameysummers1577]

This song makes me think about how important a father is. I never thought a dad was an important thing. I didn't have a dad. Now I am a dad, and you better believe I try to be the best dad I can be. Protective, loving and supportive. Strong and stable as a rock. Honest and Dependable. That's the father I hope I am to my daughter.

[@Dale-pb9pe]

Love this

[@leestan5570]

Thats the proper way. She wont have daddy issues like half the nutcases do

[@austindenotter19]

God bless you sir.

[@jameysummers1577]

@@austindenotter19 Thank you Austin! God bless you!

[@jameysummers1577]

@@Dale-pb9pe Thanks Dale!

[@Akenfelds1]

"But you could've heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and locked the door". That line always sends shivers down my spine.

[@elmurcyperezaguilar1001]

Thats when they realized they were f...up

[@jessicaharrison9764]

Exactly what I came here to say

[@wildcoyote34]

@@elmurcyperezaguilar1001 i find this ironic hearing this song now ,, i'm almost 50 and it nearly word for word chronicles events that happened in my youth ,,,I was tommy ,,and the gatlin boys were known as the hicks brothers that terrorized my county throughout the late 80s and most of the 90s ,,the incident that led to their downfall was them beating up my then boyfriend in 1997 ,,it ended with a barroom fight in the dining room of the local pizza hut ,,3 of them VS me with a 3 foot crowbar i was 23 at the time and i am 6ft tall and built like a gorilla ,,not 1 of them is smaller than me ,, the fight lasted 15 minutes and ended with the last one falling just as the local PD arrived something i'm not proud of but it needed to be done,,not 1 of the hicks boys has said a word to me in the 28 years since , johnny , jim and jeremy the youngest one ,, jim died in a work place accident 10 years later , jeremy died in a DUI crash in 2020 ,,and johnny ,the last one that fell he hasn't been right in the head since he got hit with that crowbar all those years ago

[@madmarduk1936]

“I’m not locked in here with you. You’re locked in here with me” long before Rorschach and the Watchmen.

[@Mike-fd7dq]

Yes!

[@johnbehaylo6704]

Some of you people don’t get the message. You don’t have to be a hell raising bully to be a man….but, sometimes you you have to stand up and fight.

[@silikon2]

That might have been the intended message but another interpretation is show strength to protect what you care about. There's a fair implication they did what they did because they didn't think Tommy would do anything.

[@aeronnutley364]

As my grandfather used to tell me "Any idiot can start fight only a man knows how to end it, be it with words or fists", he said "You don't fight every battle, but when there is no other option you fight like you are the 3rd monkey on the ramp to Noah's Ark it's just started raining".

[@wildcoyote34]

i got the message to this a long time ago ,, i was the coward of the county that got beaten by the local bullies until someone i cared for was attacked by the local bully clan and i stood up to do something about it

[@weston06.]

I’m going to remember this. Very wise words.

[@anthonymcken6050]

True

[@joshostrander8707]

My grandfather always played this song in the truck, while we were on the way to feed and count the cattle. He died in 2020, and it tears me up inside that I didn't listen to his advice or the advice in this song. I enlisted in the Army when I turned 17, and made a career as a martial arts instructor by 21. It just hit me that I've built a life surrounded by violence, and I could have had a more peaceful life up to this point.

[@Bee-mw5jt]

I may be some stranger on the internet, but I just want to say you don’t have to be ashamed of it. I don’t know if such a life means you were fighting just for the sake of fighting. In this song, Tommy waited for a really good reason before fighting, and as a martial arts instructor you’d probably know more than I that learning these skills are so you can protect things - to walk away from trouble when you can, but to make the trouble stop when you need to use force. I’m sure you could still make your grandfather proud if you remember the advice going forward - knowing how to fight, and choosing not to, says a lot more about a person than you might think.

[@bluewater5620]

Thank you for your service 🫡

[@dh12.]

You built a life to be prepared for violence and thought others the same. Sounds pretty damn admiral to me.

[@ArthurRex131]

Your life is not a life centered around violence at all. Joining the military is a noble profession and is about more than just combat. As someone who took martial arts for years, as well, I can honestly say that you've done more to PREVENT violence by teaching that than many other people have. It's because I took martial arts that I was able to control my violent impulses and avoid fights rather tahn lash out and start them when people get me angry. you've lead a more peaceful life than you think you have.

[@kakamaclinton1107]

Sir

[@Avicenna10]

I'm 61 and have heard this song at least several hundred times, but I still get teary-eyed every time I listen to it. And I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one. What a classic. And what a simple but powerful statement about the traditional conception of manhood in America, something that's in danger of extinction it seems these days.

[@nildafellman2301]

Me too this song makes me cry, it’s so beautiful and I really love it very much 🥰❤️❤️

[@bwarinyarabi6168]

You ate not alone. Me too

[@kennethdellomas2542]

Wish you a long life💕

[@dragonheart7901]

Yeah people let pride rule them too much

[@tbfkrex1]

Same

[@Lyndee73]

I haven't heard this song in 40yrs. I hv tears in my eyes because this song reminds me of my dad who I lost to skin cancer when I was 12 yrs old. Thinking of my childhood and feeling sad about how the world is today.

[@vanessah.9420]

I lost my dad to skin cancer too 😢 bloody awful disease. I looked up this song because my son just got attacked at school today for defending his friend. My son didn't fight back but he's okay, just a bloody lip and a cut on his forehead. I'm way more upset about it than he is.

[@Lyndee73]

@@vanessah.9420 I'm sorry for ur loss. I agree it's an awful way to suffer. My dad was a roofer. I watched him suffer for 1 year. That breaks my heart to hear about ur son. Bullying has gotten so bad now days cause there is no consequences for them and certainly no discipline.

[@vanessah.9420]

@@Lyndee73 thank you. I'm sorry for your loss.

[@traceybignell8620]

Sorry❤xx

[@Kodesh-y2z]

Don't give up hope, Yahusha is coming...all will soon be well.

[@alisonn7200]

This was one of my dad's favourite songs. We used to listen to Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton when I was a child. That line "and there were three of them," still gets me. All these years later and this song still gives me chills. It will never grow old. One of the best songs ever written. Miss you dad and miss you KR.

[@xuansolomonnguyen]

Hi 👋, how are you doing

[@LarryBill233]

l agree with you, indeed Kenny Rogers is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style, he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@brockdanoob9746]

your dad seems like a smart bloke

[@bundybet]

So sieht es aus!!!

[@ruthgirukwayo6725]

11 10 10 😊😊😊

[@craigblanchard872]

I haven't heard this song in 40 years and it brought tears to my eyes listening to it today. I realized that this song helped me deal with anger issues as a child. I used to get into a lot of fights and would regret it later. My mom introduced this dong to me when I was 11 or 12 and it helped me understand that fighting does not always solve problems and you can be a man without fighting.

[@carminemurphy4836]

On the other hand, I was a pacifist as a Child, taught not to fight, and the Bullies hit me every day, and one fine day, I manned up and beat up my first Bully, and never looked back, never went to Jail for standing up for myself and others. "It don't mean you're weak, if you turn the other cheek, sometimes you gotta fight, when you're a Man" (or Woman) I have never regretted any of fights I was in, I never started them, but I sure ended them. I learned how to fight, and how to ride, shoot straight and speak the truth. Paraphrased from a Colonel Jeff Cooper book. "To ride, shoot straight and speak the Truth".

[@Link_Hyrule211]

I’m just a teen and ngl I love this song

[@loklindtingrid5665]

@@carminemurphy4836 True Word s

[@loklindtingrid5665]

@@carminemurphy4836 Can you teach a lady to ride?

[@vwolfee5046]

Ayo, your mum introduced you to what?!

[@edlull8652]

Kenny had that distinct "growly" voice, and it was not only unique, but his trademark voice. Just love hearing him. R.I.P. Kenny

[@tankshieldergaming8502]

Zza -1$'re js3

[@isaacidheileh7575]

I miss my dad so much. I never knew the depth of what a man he was till I had to do prison time in 2009. Dad visited me and said. Listen. Prison is for men. Don't ever think of not doing your time even if they gave you 100 yrs. Do them. I will do as much of them as I can with you. Those words are still in my ears. May God have Mercy upon his soul. I love you Dad. He passed away Friday 25 2015. I was released May 22nd 2018 to the halfway house and left that shit hole Sept 17 2018 on a 10 yr bid. He truly was a man's Man.

[@isaacidheileh7575]

@Afnaan Mahdi drug Conspiracy

[@venkeeful]

God bless him and you ...

[@isaacidheileh7575]

@@venkeeful THANK YOU BRO! My entire life has changed since my dad passed and my experience in prison. Hind sight is a valuable tool in life. I do feel it only comes after one had gone through adversities and learned. If there is no learning there is no hindsight clarity.

[@sherrie.112]

🖤

[@neylacrengamo9373]

may his soul rest in peace and hope you are doing good

[@666kismett]

This was a song me and my dad loved to sing in the car. My dad died of cancer 4 years ago,this song makes me cry but means so much to me. We all sang to it at his funeral.

[@gilbertchristopher2641]

Hello Kismett

[@AI.Holiday]

Respect

[@johnkaranja1701]

You want to go far just listen to ken,wisdom..wisdom...wisdom man!

[@Anand_prem]

Oh God.... feeling so sad......

[@Anand_prem]

I have a great passion for Kenny's songs.

[@BluesCollections88]

Everyone who reads this, we don't know each other and probably never will but I wish you all the best in life and all the luck in the world 💖

[@Lyndee73]

Wish u the best as well ❤

[@nelicea474]

Gracias

[@lorrieannesilvey474]

You as well

[@Rose-r3c2j]

A😅😅😅😅😅😅😊❤qa​@@nelicea474

[@evandromadeira3114]

May God bless you, your family and your home powerfully, dear *"@BluesCollections88"* , in the name of Jesus !...

[@obiwan2112]

"You coulda heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and locked the door." Just magnificent!

[@82dorrin]

The moment the Gatling Boys realized Tommy wasn't trapped with them, _they_ were trapped with *him*

[@obiwan2112]

@@82dorrin A great observation!

[@caseyporter499]

Have u even ever listened to the song? Lol. They gang raped his wife then he just went to the bar and beat them up as opposed to what he normally does and just coward and mope around. You should hear “ruby don’t take your love to town” even worse

[@always_markb]

Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers

[@carminemurphy4836]

@@caseyporter499 because He wasn't a Coward. I remember something similar, I was attacked by three guys in Highschool, all bigger than I, and I layed them all out lickety split.

[@scottconnor8867]

One of the best songs ever written, In my humble opinion.

[@wissenschaftenundpraxishan1952]

I do agree.

[@austineotieno8275]

I believe this is why music was invented.

[@chukwuemerie]

You are not wrong believe me.

[@theodoreritola7641]

RELEASED IN SEPT 1979 ,,

[@kerzytibok3211]

A lot of today's kids don't realize how common fights were in schools in the 70's --- this song really hit home for a lot of kids like me

[@SabelBong]

Who is here 2024😁☺️

[@AndyArdos-d2s]

I got you 🫶🏽

[@faithmurunga3766]

Am here

[@EdgarAustria-t7v]

I got you ❤❤

[@standupandscreamafa]

Yes brother's 💕

[@SandyGarnett]

From Suva,Fiji 🤘

[@comeoninmykitchen82]

My dad showed me this song when I was little. "You coulda heard a pin drop when Tommy stopped and blocked the door..." still gives me goosebumps.

[@eneeland]

locked

[@comeoninmykitchen82]

@@eneeland oh lol Thank you

[@franceliakarle_1]

Lol😊 Hey Robert how are you doing ?

[@matthewteal4431]

My auntie played it for me when I was about 5 and it is a life lesson for any angry young man

[@franceliakarle_1]

@@matthewteal4431 hmm maybe.. you are right.. where are you from?

[@BLOODY__FATALITY]

Wise words. You don't have to fight to be a man, but sometimes you gotta fight when you're a man.

[@AM-br4ix]

Profound words!!

[@markraj3081]

Cry💔💔💔💔💔💔

[@RoZita870]

If he had only learned that lesson sooner, for Becky's sake.

[@thomastryon9636]

KZbin that is a good song I like that

[@debbietodd8829]

You are right

[@time4me2fly94]

I've been crying over this damn song since 1979. I still cannot listen to it without tears. I wish it was a movie so I could cry over some popcorn. RIP Kenny 💔

[@mariamedina9420]

It is a movie!!! Same title.

[@seasidesixgunsmark9561]

Hope you're well mate

[@kalmagraham6708]

It was a movie, and it was good 😁😁.

[@thujoluvasa521]

Same

[@eleanorcastro5761]

I love Kenny Rogers voice ❤

[@traceycampbell116]

I'm 56 years old. First concert. I was 16. Went with my Mom. My best friend. I learnt all the oldies from my mom and still love them! My mom passed away 2.5 years ago. My heart is still broken. But listening to Kenny makes me feel like she is right here with me ❤

[@carminemurphy4836]

She is still with you, and one day, you will see her again, Kenny Rogers too. I am a bit older than you, I lost my Mom in 1987, and it seems like yesterday.

[@hilariacastillo4207]

Duele Dolor Doler de Dulce Regina

[@hilariacastillo4207]

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[@malcolmfrost3786]

Hello how are you doing

[@williamanderson770]

Hello, how are you doing today I pray you had a blessed day I hope this year brings happiness, love, peace, long life and prosperity for you and your house hold I'm from Springfield Illinois

[@andreassilvanus1418]

From Namibia. Ondangwa. Kenny Rogers you are the greatest story teller in a million voices.

[@adamcatamco562]

It’s hard to not sin as our father’s did. Especially when we inherit their nature of anger. Every boy, teenage boy, man experienced something like this; bullying, and always wanting to be violent in order to get revenge, But that’s just it. You never always have to fight to defend your pride. You never always have to be the “strongest“ person in the room; I love Tommy’s character in this song. He taught me to fight for what’s right, my honor; and the honor of those weaker than me. To be strong, not compensate for myself, but to be strong for others when they aren’t strong themselves. Kenny is the best man.

[@always_markb]

This song is about rape and murder

[@carminemurphy4836]

@@always_markb No, it is not, First, nobody was murdered, a Rape was part of the story, and the main theme, as a pacifist, they, the Townfolk (untruthfully) labeled him as The Coward of the County, because he refused to figure fight, and yet he proved otherwise. This ballad contains a parable and truism, the Bible tells you to turn the other cheek, "It won't mean you're weak when you turn the other cheek." But sometimes, you gotta fight when you're a Man ( Woman ) You did not understand this song or the moral of it.

[@pandulenijacobs]

The world is a sadder place without Kenny Rogers in it. Rest Well, old friend. You've left quite a legacy.

[@josephschultz3301]

He was a "real" sorta guy. He wrote all sorts of songs, and while some were just fluff, he had these gems like this one to prove what he could do. This song doesn't need a complicated mixing. It doesn't need more instruments in general. It doesn't even really need the music at all. It's the story of a beaten man finally standing up, and not only that, but standing up for a _damn good reason._ Sure, he promised his Dad. But there's times where you have to fight to be a man. Good fucking song. Rest in peace, Kenny. You did well.

[@PaulChapmanPcTech]

Best storyteller that was a musician I belive, his songs put a movie in your head

[@anthonyyy3566]

@@PaulChapmanPcTech how the fuck are you verified

[@PaulChapmanPcTech]

@@anthonyyy3566 I have been for years, I think that I have been on KZbin since before Google bought it out actually. I haven't done much in creating videos as of yet but I might start doing some reaction stuff. But pretty sure that I was verified long time ago and was then grandfathered in.

[@anthonyyy3566]

@@PaulChapmanPcTech oh well good luck on your KZbin content and videos

[@bladebaron9351]

Damn you, Kenny Rogers, lol! Why do I always start bawling when Tommy takes down his Daddy's picture? The line about locking the door is so cool and appropriate. I've always loved that line! Such a simple way for the lyricist to convey that "It's On Now, Mofo!" The guy who said there's no way not to get goosebumps when he turns and locks the door is so right. I get 'em every time.

[@enchantress7]

My mom loved Kenny Rogers and I grew up listening to him and Lionel Ritchie! This was one of my favorite songs by Kenny! RIP MOM AND KENNY

[@harbertrobert6960]

Hello friend how are you doing today and hope you are enjoying your day over there?

[@walkerthompson753]

Nice one , actually I’m really depressed right now, lost a coworker. very devastating , Needed someone to talk to

[@grahamcheesman2252]

Enchantress you are beautiful 🌹 😉

[@hillarythompson5685]

Thanks for the comments, have a great day

[@mrdjmaxvill9725]

Beautiful

[@music6666rgf]

*Its January 2022, lets see how many legends are listening to this masterpiece* 💚

[@juannico5677]

my dad always sang this song to lecture me. and now i fucking know what he meant. sadly he passed away and uptil now i remember the way he sang this.

[@LarryBill-yc3ek]

l agree with you, indeed Toby Keith is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days!!

[@KristenNarand]

7 years ago, this day I lost my dad, the Greatest soul ever....listening to this song, crying my eyes out remembering my Dad...Kenny Roger's songs always remind me of our family road trips with his songs playing through the trip...Missing those good old days, missing my dad😢❤

[@dishnaranasinghe4280]

The gist of this song - - - > stay away from trouble whenever possible but should the time come for you to stand up for those who matter the most to you, never think twice and don't hold back! They don't make music like this anymore❤ ❤

[@AnastaseNSENGIYUMVAEasyboy]

sorry dear but am in Rwanda , i would listen

[@trudy-annkerr506]

"Walk away from trouble if you can,you don't have to fight to be a man. Sometimes you gotta fight when you're a man" Read that again!! Sound words

[@dunbarmichael406gmail]

Those are very strong words how long you been a fan of kenny?

[@travisdozier1357]

I’ve used this song to teach my son about an important lesson in life.. and he listened and understood.. thank you Kenny

[@bfg3890]

What's that? Wait till after your girl is raped before you sort the shitheels out?

[@TomHat92]

@@bfg3890 hahaha only if there's three of them

[@jacquesmoineau5591]

@@bfg3890 Or maybe, don't live in terrible places where verbal and sexual abuses and vigilant justice are the standard.

[@MarkMcDaniel]

@@jacquesmoineau5591 -- Evil people live everywhere. Don't get complacent.

[@stevenporter6445]

This song always makes me cry

[@majorlazer2132]

There’s no way not to get goosebumps when Tommy stops and locks the door. My grandma bumped this in her 8-track player in her car. That record was on every day when she picked me up from school. Pretty sure she was trying to tell me something. I miss her. And Kenny.

[@hilariacastillo4207]

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[@la5081]

My dad used to listen to country music. So I grew up listening to this and other country hits....in Brookyn, NY! Always loved this song...and Gambler.

[@Zenoithegreek]

You had a wise grandma.

[@TheJofrica]

My theory is this: The guy on the train in The Gambler is the dude whose wife left him in Lucille. He is also Tommy and Becky is his first love.

[@shanaynay336]

I see what ur saying you could be on to something. Gambling gave Lucille’s ex some advice who later ends up being Tommy dad who dies in jail.

[@keedatt]

The older you get you realize some of the things your parents told you weren't because they were being mean, it was them trying to prevent you from doing what they did. My Dad has always had it rough since he was born, and he's always stood to avoid doing what his parents did. Nonetheless people still dislike my father, and hold bitterness. The older I've gotten, I've understood my Dad and this song here reminds me of everything he's always told me to stand by. I guess that's why I always tear up every time I give it a listen.

[@kalangwairene3195]

Ma father dedicated this song to me when i was seventeen years old now 30 years old but every time i used to get into any mistake i can hear this song sounding in ma ears so this wise words up to know am still following cos i can remember dad's words long live Mr Kalangwa John from Uganda i love u sp much dad

[@robertderham]

A true storyteller - he not only takes you to the scene, but he allows you to see Tommy's world. Songs like this deserve billion of views

[@lemonon7149]

These kids and young adults wouldn't understand the kind of love Kenny sings about here. These were the days Dads words and love was the world, His love for His girl Becky? Defending Honor? these young adults are so insecure, they don't fist fight, they shoot or stab ya, the true cowards. They text the girl they are with even when she is only across the table. They love thier phones. These days are gone. But for I ? well I understand where your understanding and emotion comes from.Peace

[@tonihamilton9406]

When my brother was 15 he had no idea what music he enjoyed until I played him this track, and before playing it I told him to listen as tho he was being sung a story.... He's been listening to him ever since!. Fabulous story tellers don't exist anymore unfortunately

[@tonihamilton9406]

@@lemonon7149 not ALL of today's youths are the same... I could respond by saying "all folk over the age of 40 are pompous and ignorant" but I personally don't stereotype a person based on what I'm going to assume was a bad experience with a youth for you? . Next time you see a young person try talking to them and graciously suggest some genres of music you may be surprised, I'm 38 and never been to a rave, I've been to 1000s of rockabilly nights out tho!. Sending you some peace brother, love others as you wish to be loved 💜

[@lemonon7149]

@@tonihamilton9406 peace Toni, my comment was a little selfish and assuming. I sometimes don’t think before I speak it’s a character defect of mine that I try to work on and sometimes has to be brought to my attention. Thank you for your humble insight and gentle delivery. You show signs of wisdom for such a young age. Peace

[@tonihamilton9406]

@@lemonon7149 I was a little harsh and apologies are on their way to you in the form of a comment .... I meant no disrespect, I just find it disheartening when we judge others before knowing eachother..

[@elishawright8998]

I can't get into why but my dad just showed me this, a valuble lesson was larned today. Thank god for our father's.

[@LarryBill-fr5ut]

l agree with you, indeed Toby Keith is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days🙏🙏

[@steveemoto8420]

This song humbled me during youth and even now.

[@jjjjjj9410]

The same my brother

[@WCLCooke]

Respect!

[@PaulChapmanPcTech]

You know it's sad that people like him aren't truly appreciated till we lose them.

[@Zize-koko]

☠️😷💢🕵️🕵️🕵️

[@wilfredhaggart7657]

@@jjjjjj9410 thank you

[@daniellaenisan3587]

I'm just 15 years old but Kenny Rogers songs have been a huge part of my life. I never realized how deep this lyrics is until today

[@carminemurphy4836]

Daniella Enisan; you are very wise. This song reminds me of my Daddy gone these many years now. Tell your Mom you love her. 😭 Before it's too late 😭

[@DavidCartuxo]

45 and felt the same at your age (younger 11), Good songs never get old

[@wissenschaftenundpraxishan1952]

I fully agree, the lyrics is awesome! And I am quite a bit older than you.

[@DavidCartuxo]

@@wissenschaftenundpraxishan1952 Great.. We can agree that age is not a issue

[@alyshasyoutube]

ive been listening to this guy since i was 4 (im 12 now lol) but kenny rogers has been there through all the stages of my short life

[@coward420]

My dad...he was sent back to mexico when I was 9...brought my mom's ashes down there when I was 29....and he kept asking for Kenny..all I knew was hold em....DAD I LOVE YOU AND I UNDERSTAND JUST A LITTLE TOO LATE

[@raffdoon]

Rest in peace Mr. Rogers

[@giovannivgiovanniv2660]

Ohh yea...he's truly a legend,.. Maybe he find peace in the bossom of our creator,..nice meeting you

[@xanittyy2347]

Thank you uncle for showing me this song…..never had the opportunity to share gold memories with my dad….marriage problems…….glad I was raised by a true man….

[@Ethan123-p8w]

Love him so much my mums favourite she be listening down hearing this xx

[@petersukhram765]

i heard this when i was 6.. 53 now...thank you mom, for raising me right........every sunday morning

[@lynetteg4033]

My husband was Salvadorian and loved to tease me for loving country music....Until the day I played this song for him -- He loved it! 🥰 Over the years we must have listened to it at least 1000 times. I lost him, my soulmate in 2016. God, I miss him. This one's for you, mi amor. Until I see you again.

[@jackwilson1409]

Guess you're a good country MUSIC lover?

[@jameslawson7336]

Hello Lynette how are you doing today?

[@lynetteg4033]

@@jameslawson7336 I'm well, thank you. How are you?

[@jameslawson7336]

@@lynetteg4033 I'm good. It's really good to hear from you I hope you are having a wonderful time over there?

[@jameslawson7336]

@@lynetteg4033 Good morning beautiful

[@LPJack02]

RIP Kenny Rogers (August 21, 1938 - March 20, 2020), aged 81 You will be remembered as a legend.

[@jimweaver9065]

Yes God bless him

[@carminemurphy4836]

Yes, RIP and God Bless him and those posting here as well.

[@maxschmuutke9784]

@@carminemurphy4836 He was the best

[@anthonylindelli5431]

So true! He's definitely a Legend!

[@MelvinSteffey-dn8fv]

​@@anthonylindelli5431😂🎉😢😢😢😮😮😅😅😅😊😊

[@alexanderblackburn4520]

These old country songs could be turned into movies so easily. They play out an entire life in 1 song.

[@JasonC1969]

That's probably why they already did starring "Kenny"

[@weston06.]

I would *love* to see a movie based off of this.

[@TheRealMrMajestic]

Thats cause almost all older music tells stories

[@ColbyGraves]

@@weston06. There is.

[@paulconner4614]

@@weston06. There was one made with Kenny Rogers playing the uncle.

[@RegularSinner]

This was the first Kenny Rogers song my father introduced to me. Being 20 years old I’ve grown to love Kenny’s music once my father passed away this song especially brings tears to my eyes when the line “Sometimes you gotta fight when you’re a man”.

[@xdtdmusic2840]

Rest in peace, Mr. Rogers. Your contributions to the art will never die.

[@chetanchinnam6303]

Rest in peace Kenny 😊

[@RusticMelodies2]

No one tells a story through music like Kenny Rogers. The Gambler will forever be a classic

[@beckerqueiroz]

This brings tears to my eyes. How can a song be so beautiful and infuriating?

[@damiantucker7509]

So do I mate

[@funkthat3532]

I cry every time I hear this song it reminds me of my son.

[@carminemurphy4836]

It is a ballad many people can relate to.

[@swarnenduroy668]

I'm on this path of exploring and glad I am, to have come across this man. A story weaved by the strumming of the guitar and the beating of the drums, mesmerized. Kenny Rogers is a legend in his own right.

[@KatOpe-vu9tw]

Who’s here 2024? ❤

[@AgrimotiveFarmMachinery]

02/07/2024

[@lindadekock1456]

🎉❤

[@MaryMunene-s2e]

07/07/2024

[@billman2112]

Why? Who's here? Why? Idiot lost in the world.

[@IsaacSifuentes-d7t]

Me

[@evosagan2877]

I found this song through a random youtube recommendation, but wow. What a great story. We saw Kenny perform at Glastonbury. I barely knew who he was and now I feel guilty because I see comments from some of his huge fans that were never fortunate enough to hear him in the flesh.

[@louisvazquez7514]

My father was that fighting man, I changed my direction in life and chose not to fight when it could be straightened out nicely (RIP Kenny)

[@gracie99999]

rip over there sir

[@darkdragonsoul99]

There are three things all wise men fear: the sea in storm, a night with no moon, and the anger of a gentle man.

[@blessed1167]

May Kenny 'rest in peace'🥲🥲

[@williamrobert7838]

This is still so much better than any of the garbage release in modern country. Cool and lovely music 🎶🎵 Hi, how're you doing?

[@AndreaJames-eh1mv]

Amen His contribution to this art will live forever

[@JayTorrenueva-jz1rv]

I'm here😊🎉 It's 24th of december today.. Time check: 02:57am👌 Tomorrow is Christmas day😊 Merry Christmas everyone ❤

[@ЛюдмилаПархенова]

Hello from Russia! 🙋‍♀️🇷🇺 I recently got acquainted with the work of Kenny and immediately fell in love with his voice! 🎼🎵🎶🎸🎤👌🏻👍🏻💯😍❤️ It is a pity that he is no longer with us! Blessed memory to him! 🙏🏼🕯

[@nicholasmoore3939]

Hello

[@clintstewart5545]

Hello from Portugal

[@carminemurphy4836]

Kenny Rogers still lives on in our memories, on you tube, and in Heaven.

[@ivanvolkovogorodnik8317]

Рад за знать что там есть Русские как мы которые знают что кантри музыка является.

[@Sir.InfinityTGK]

Part that always gets me about this song- Is that Tommy’s wife gets victimized by 3 men seemingly only because of Tommy’s willingness to let people walk on him. That doesn’t disregard the other morals present. But it does suggest and hence in ways prove- If you allow yourself to be a doormat you will be. If you don’t fight for yourself you’re running the danger of not being capable or ready to defend what you care about. If you can’t dissuade evil- Evil will come for you- It’s why the weak are victimized

[@jesseabiire8980]

This song has a far more better storyline than movies these days. You can picture and follow every word.

[@popobaba3687]

I truly believe in my heart that the vast majority of problems - either in one’s own life or the world as a whole - can be solved without fighting of any sort.

[@anthonylindelli5431]

Not after Becky was violated. Serious situation!!!

[@richmannkosi1049]

Growing up poor but now I am more thankful for everything I have and I wish God can bless my mother in heaven who raised us to be man and woman we are. I ❤ you mum

[@focusnyashofficial7480]

Walk away from trouble if You can, son you don't have to fight to be a man ♥wise words May your soul continue resting in peace

[@uhunekpenmaoutreach676]

Great wisdom in the song..."walk away from trouble if you can" But I believe one should fight it when it comes to you or persists!

[@scrubbedappleboy1605]

usually depends on the circumstances. a lot of times its wiser to walk away to avoid further trouble and harm. you could win a fight but you'll still have a black eye, meanwhile you can walk away and mind your day

[@arumpuspitald957]

Morning... Thank you so much Coach Nana ❤💃💃👍😘for support for us. Love you always

[@Jackbroadbent12]

Hello

[@Matheo6464]

Hi, You are very welcome

[@Jackbroadbent12]

@@Matheo6464 how are you doing dear..?

[@Matheo6464]

@@Jackbroadbent12 Hello Michael, I'm good thanks and you??

[@LarryBill-yc3ek]

l agree with you, indeed Toby Keith is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days!!

[@LegendsCountryMusic8888]

Anyone listening still in 2024???

[@jacknicholas3544]

100%

[@chiefstain]

Nope

[@larvey_]

dope 100%

[@ryverx8623]

Me

[@chiefstain]

@@ryverx8623 You?

[@LeroyRay0]

I'm a massive hip hop head; never been a fan of country, but God this is a great song

[@jamesjerry910]

Oh this music is awesome from the vocal, to the Organ plus the Harmonies, i love it so much, so pretty, are you a lover of good music like i do?

[@mrflappie6553]

When I was a wee lad and my dad was 50 he listened to this kind of music and said it was the best. I'd be like, 'what's this old people shit?' Now I'm hitting 50 myself and have to admit, dad was right all along. Miss ya, pa.

[@dokkenratt]

This was one of my grandads favourite songs. He's been gone 40 years this year. A WWII veteran. He's at rest with his fallen comrades.

[@ifyouloveChristyouwillobeyhim]

Irreplaceable generation.

[@johnhice7775]

Had it on a-trac early 80's, listened to this today I'm 48 and it's imbedded in my brain and it was good then and still is today,r.i.p Kenny

[@andreiandrei625]

This song remembers me always about my dad…he had an old tape recorder where he played the song, at that time I could not even spell the words of the song…he passed away a few years ago…now I know all the words and I play the song very often…I remember him as is was a few moments ago…always with tears in my eyes…miss you dad…

[@Jackbroadbent12]

Hello 👋

[@lew7197]

The way he delivers the line: "...but you could've heard a pin drop, when Tommy stopped and locked the door..." makes me feel like I could fist fight Satan.

[@caseyporter499]

Have u even ever listened to the song? Lol. They gang raped his wife then he just went to the bar and beat them up as opposed to what he normally does and just coward and mope around. You should hear “ruby don’t take your love to town” even worse

[@carminemurphy4836]

@@caseyporter499 Except he was never a Coward at all, he just honoured his Father's request, not to do the things he did, walk away from trouble if he could, It won't mean you're weak if you turn the other cheek, so the called him "Coward of the County" an untruthful moniker. You would probably hate Me, since I stood up to bustards like that all of my life.

[@eleSDSU]

This is a great example at how critical theory can explore what happens when someone (or some group) is oppressed and violated time and time again. Some country is pretty awesome.

[@obiwan2112]

I can play that game. Maybe oppressed store owners who are being violated time and time again should retaliate against the smash and grab looting thugs who are destroying their businesses.

[@eleSDSU]

@@obiwan2112 it would seem that A, you wrongly think this is a game and B, not all of us are Liberal Cryptofascists as you seem to be. Action against property is not the same as violence towards people and if you think they are the same well, you are wrong, grow up. Also, you are talking about vengeance against an out-group, while I'm talking about resistance against oppression.

[@MidnightSvshi]

My mum used to sing this to my brother and I as kids when we were fighting, think it really gave us some good values

[@unathivayi5790]

Who else clearly visualized the situation Tommy finds himself in?

[@devonwilcock155]

Me. Rest in paradise Kenny Rogers ❤️❤️

[@vonhumboldt1985]

get the papers get the papers

[@BelRigh]

Didn't have to visualize....was there

[@DimondYT69]

@@BelRigh really?

[@manuelcaro2458]

I don't know much inglish and don't have to visualize is what the song is saying also is a warning of things you don't have to do, be who you are.

[@morganphoudiah6506]

I love how even when a legend is gone someone is still posting the incredible music

[@DianasStudioDesigns]

Totally 🙏🌸🌼😊🌺

[@freddave9330]

@@DianasStudioDesigns Hey

[@carminemurphy4836]

Yet, in the collective consciousness and archives, he is ever present.

[@davidohara5626]

​@@DianasStudioDesigns call today David O'Hara ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@davidohara5626]

​@@DianasStudioDesigns love xoxo David O'Hara 😊❤

[@JohnSmith-ze7sv]

That last line....still stands - as he never stood by his promise to his old man. Clever

[@CristobalPatiño-b4t]

😒And, in today's society, they'll push y'all to the point; and cry foul whenever someone does what he did in the end!😡

[@onkelise]

❤thx from germany

[@BettyPenney-g8z]

N0t worth it

[@droopmountain6510]

Saw him live in around 2013 and he was terrific. Glad I got the chance. RIP.

[@ravner4322]

This man was a legend. He got a special seat in heaven.

[@carminemurphy4836]

Fer sure ! He is still singing in Heavenly places.

[@ezadstreaming]

Yes

[@martinarooney5061]

Please God 🙏 His songs gave & give us such joy

[@rosehathaway3490]

Kenny Rogers is now singing for our Lord.

[@HogRebel]

For sure! ✝️😎👍

[@haruyasumi616]

when i heard this before i was into ice cube/NWA and so was desensitised to anything about violence/sex etc in songs. listening now for the first time in decades, i'm only now realising how extreme this story is.

[@unwantedspirt]

I was raised on this song, and as a father of 4 boys, I can only hope I can teach this lesson

[@etta624]

Good for you, every man should know this lesson

[@joannejohnston4807]

Such a beautiful but emotional song indeed, Tommy fought in defense of bullying, still going on in 2022, shameful. Kenny Rogers music is so inspirational and his voice is brilliant.

[@scottymore9764]

@Joanne Johnston Hello how are you doing?

[@jameslawson7336]

Hello Joanne how are you doing today?

[@LarryBill-fr5ut]

l agree with you, indeed Toby Keith is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days🙏🙏

[@LarryBill-yc3ek]

Hello Joanne how are you doing I hope you are doing good

[@okoboiibrahim]

I have been tough and aggressive and wanting to prove myself now after listening 🎧 to this narrative wise words now i know why my brother loved this song and honestly thank God ❤❤am changed i don't have time to prove myself and i have found peace for myself too ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@makukawakami]

when i was a young lad, i was a hothead. after a fight that broke one of my wrist bones, my Father made me listen to this song. after that he told me "choose your fights, not every altercation can be solved with anger."

[@ayodeleapata3313]

God bless your dad for those very wise words.

[@chrismbuti2327]

A black young man from south Africa loving this still in 2024

[@somnium8994]

saludos.

[@kevinchandler179]

God bless you 🙏

[@sherrifahbishop9700]

This was my dad's last song in hospital bed 😭 may his soul keep on resting in peace 🌹

[@madalitsoyotamu7581]

Rip

[@bobseger1]

Hello Bishop! How're you doing? Thanks for all your love and support, also for being an amazing fan. It's nice meeting you here.

[@sherrifahbishop9700]

@@bobseger1 nice meeting you too. How are you doing buddy?

[@sherrifahbishop9700]

@@madalitsoyotamu7581 Thank you Mada

[@bobseger1]

@@sherrifahbishop9700 You are gonna make blush hard, thanks for the fan love, thanks for listening, I’m sure your loved it, your expression says it all

[@ngillzz5147]

Love Kenny Rogers !! 🥰 listened to this first when I was 8 with my Nan 👵🏻 but still listens to it now at 28 🥰💚

[@marygorettimaambo5338]

8th October 2024 who is here 🎉❤🎉😅😊 walk away from trouble if you can.

[@shaneobrien148]

Sometimes you got to fight when you’re a man!

[@JuergenPfaffenbach]

Hi jameysummers1577 I'm 68 and have heard this song at least during the Truck-Race in Germany „Nürburgring“ Until 4:00 clock in the morning. (no end, begining one more again and so on). Sometimes in my homebase. You say it => To be a father/momy. Be strong and stable as a rock. Know we are Grandpa/-mother. LION is one year old. Best wishes for you. Juergen, Germany.

[@maxymillah4993]

SON MY LIFE IZ OVER BUT YOURS HAS JUST BEGUN!!!😓

[@madmarduk1936]

As a dad that line sends me the message “make sure to teach your son all of the things you want him to know before you die”.

[@NorryJones-kg1se]

It won't u week if u turn up and other cheek

[@twisterwiper]

Wow, that is really musical storytelling at it’s finest. Never heard this one before.

[@hotsauce7522]

Ok youngster

[@twisterwiper]

@@hotsauce7522 At my age it’s quite flattering to be called youngster. Thank you 😊

[@carminemurphy4836]

It is a classic ballad telling a story.

[@carlingman07]

How can anyone not have heard this before?have you just landed from a world far,far away?

[@kenb2671]

Met a good friend while listening to this song. Late night while on my first Naval deployment while doing my laundry. My office space was just around the corner and I was jamming away. A young woman sailor started to do her laundry and wondered who was listening to her favorite singer. When she saw that it was me she couldn’t believe it. A Black boy from WV and a White girl from IL both US Navy sailors became inseparable from that point on all because of Celine Dion.👍🏾🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@richardkranium2944]

Uncle Kenny. That uncle that gave the world the best advice through song.

[@richardkranium2944]

@@mustaphamuhammadu8215 I’m good thanks

[@darrynmac5102]

Song means so much to me .. I'm only 35 .. but one of my father's songs. And the words mean so much... walk away from trouble if you can ( not allways that easy) And sometimes you have to fight to be a man ☝️❤️💙

[@WANGUYA_MUTURI_JESSE]

*ON BEHALF OF AFRICANS I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR SUCH AN AMAZING SONG*

[@jerrystuch6723]

I love Kenny Rogers music. Such a talented musician. I like the gambler movies also. This man and Dolly Parton as a duo was amazing. They were such a good duo.

[@carminemurphy4836]

I agree, I loved their duets.

[@jerrystuch6723]

Especially when they’d do Christmas music.

[@glendahunt9207]

YEP, grew up with it too. My father learned that lesson young, too young, age 7 and his uncles brought him up right and at 75 now, husband father and grandfather

[@woolfy02]

I heard this song on accuradio, and realized how good of a story teller he was. I never took the time to research him but, he has some great music

[@Country_Nostalgia_1168]

*I was born in the 90s and I grew up on all these great songs. My childhood music was the best. Friends in low places and achy breaky heart are my favorite.👍🔥🎶*

[@dullflowers790]

My grandpa is the one that introduced me to the song, we haven’t listened to it in forever. He passed recently and I finally figured out the name of the song. I miss him, but listening to this song is a memory I cherish

[@montesierra]

😮This s😢ong has only twp really different accords 😅the rest of the. appearing accords are only one halfetone higher😢 than the accord directy before .. this trick is used in so many, often very popular or Hits...😅😅😂❤