Kris Kristofferson - Sunday morning coming down (1970)

[@richardlord8126]

I just heard of his passing 😢.. had to Crack a beer and listen to this.. one of the greatest songs ever.. cheers 🍻.. r.i.p. Mr Kristofferson

[@alex-freeman-CFH-817]

Exactly why I'm here to. Best song writer in country music. They don't make em like this anymore. RIP KRIS

[@g.r.bilyeu4226]

I'm smoking a bowl in his memory right now...

[@randypope3451]

@@g.r.bilyeu4226 same

[@randypope3451]

Rip KK

[@zeusdarkgod7727]

Same

[@STRZB001]

I’m 3 years clean boys. Thank God and my family. I lost all my friends... but I’m a better person now.

[@michaelmccarthy2498]

You didn’t lose your friends you lost. Acquaintances . There is a difference. 🙃

[@aaronfisher207]

They weren't your friends. Keep on, keepin on!

[@sandysandholzer1349]

Awesome. Just don't pick up

[@jorisswinkels2979]

Those friends didnt make you a better person

[@Livsangel]

If you lost those people when becoming sober you didn´t really need them anyway.

[@pinkfinger66]

Thank you Kris Kristofferson for writing one of the best songs Johnny Cash ever sang.

[@jakester-lr8dm]

So true !! RIP Great man Kris !

[@NigelHearne-yv7en]

Funnily enough if it wasn't for Johnny Cash's help then Kriss may never have gotten to record this song originally..Rest In Peace Kriss Kristofferson 😢🙏

[@justaman5490]

That Johnny Cash ever styled.

[@boathemian7694]

And KK discovered John Prine.

[@RobinMarkowitzcoolmedia]

He passed on a Sunday. "There's something about a Sunday that makes a body feel alone."

[@susanheinz5804]

There are two things everyone does alone: coming into this world and leaving it. Sure, people are around but you have todo it alone. He was so intelligent and wrote so many songs, esp. for other people. I love the story about Kris landing a chopper on Johnny Cash’s yard to drop off a demo tape. (His weekend gig was flying men back and forth to Texas oil rigs.) It worked. I think it may have been this actual song. Johnny had Kris on his variety tv show the next week! Gotta think outside the box. He swept floors at a recording studio in Nashville. He wasn’t making enuf money to support his wife and child who returned to TX. He tried sneaking his tapes to a few key people but nothing was happening. Hence the helicopter stunt.

[@viviennefuidge2891]

He passed on Saturday 28th 😢

[@selinagross1410]

Our words are powerful maybe, Prince said don’t let the elevator take you down for instance. I truly feel that we must be impeccable with our words and use them wisely! Artist also! Our beautiful Kristofferson lived a long life. We all wish he was still here of course ! It’s just something I’ve noticed over time. Words are spelling =spells. I’m trying to do better and be conscious about it myself. 🤷🏻‍♀️ just sharing. Who knows.

[@marcomalo02]

We lost a legend, he left a legacy.

[@sandraworth1330]

Yes sir or ma’am 😭🌹❤️

[@chrisdenney6520]

I lived in this cycle for twenty two years. 11 weeks clean yesterday.

[@22rcarroll]

11 weeks 2 days tomorrow

[@michaeljohn8905]

Good for you man. I’m stuck in it right now. I’ll get there though.

[@purami14]

Good for you. Keep rolling. Remember, its poison.

[@marjward313]

Keep going cariad - well done you x

[@rowankeith]

2 and a half years. Grace of God!

[@stephenmuir3257]

My mother has been a alcoholic all my 31 years but I can proudly say she’s 6 months sober

[@Jjj6212]

My mom is 82 and a daily alcoholic. She loves willy, Johnny. I don't think she knows much about Kris. As an alcoholic this song is for alcoholics and promotes it. I just drank and smoked weed for Kris! This is a drinking and smoking weed song.

[@WertZxcv-u7t]

Time takes time. One day at a time. Blessings and love. Stay strong.

[@WertZxcv-u7t]

❤

[@Bent-rAgE-559]

I am you and I am her😢

[@lo.sweets]

August seventh for me

[@dougwilbur171]

No one has ever captured loneliness in a song better than this.

[@wesleygraham2741]

Testify brother!!

[@CecilHugo]

And no one could have put it better than you.True

[@nancyrobinson7764]

@@wesleygraham2741 God Bless Kris , a walking testimony to the world 😇

[@ruffian2952]

Try Johnnie Cash.

[@deedeforest3792]

Great comment, so true.❤

[@hallmichael35]

I'm a recovering alcoholic. I've white knuckled sobriety for 6 years. The first time I heard this song it hit me like a ton of bricks. See you later Space Cowboy. Rest easy

[@tonykavanagh6798]

Congratulations like you this song was telling my story of my drinking story 14 years sober today.. best of luck 🍀🤞 for the future on your journey mo chara..

[@marrop2760]

Remember to take Niacin - like Bill W. - to cut cravings.. stay away from food allergies & fermented foods as well.. Take you B vitamins - of which Niacin is one - Dr. Andrew Saul was a good friend of Bill W. & helped a lot! I'm celiac.. I know what it's like to abstain.. but I'm healthier for it & my diet keeps me balanced.. remember too - you lack an enzyme which people who are not alcoholic have.. which means you can drink a lot which is bad cuz alcohol is addictive.. Congratulations!

[@user-my8zo8uh3n]

Keep strong mate its a lonely road but stay strong ❤

[@lew419]

A lot of us have been there. Keep the faith.

[@what1111000]

I used to go to the Sunday Morning Comming Down AA meeting in my area. I should go back, although these days I question why go on living

[@denysemcalister6218]

My 75 year old mother has advanced dementia, but when you put on a Kristofferson song, she comes to life and remembers all the words. Grew up with his music in the background. Never a fan at the time, but I sure appreciate him now.

[@kriskristofferson6204]

Hello thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far, keep supporting ❤️

[@ritakisil1508]

I hope you have wonderful memories of your mom before dementia. Must be so painful to see it happen. I wish you both comfort.

[@albertfachan1470]

That's cool man Kris has Lyme disease and could die at any minute there's no cure last I heard he wasn't doing good but yeah he's got that voice my dad would remember him he works in all field flying helicopters back in the day and the Gulf of Mexico that is and it was it was having a damn good time back then they said but kris is flying a little low today could use a few prayers

[@kriskristofferson6204]

@@ritakisil1508 Kris Kristofferson 344

[@ritakisil1508]

@@kriskristofferson6204 really? Mr Kris Kristofferson? Wow!! You have a great day. That your gmail?

[@bobg1805]

I remember 1970 when this album came out. His voice was magnetic and the songs on it were poetic. He wasn't well known yet among my hippie friends from the 60's..Yet I always had an affinity for country music and folk rock back then. I knew this guy wasn't going away. "Me and Bobbie McGee" turned so many on to the singer songwriter with the funny name...Fast forward to 2024, having been sober for many years, my life has changed beyond my wildest imagination...Thanks Kris for helping me through the dark times...I'll never forget ... ..

[@yaakov2342]

Such an awesome post!

[@CharleysMom2]

Mine too after 21 years as of feb 27, 2024 and hearing all along the way things will get better I’m now homeless.

[@manuelmonarrez359]

Yo don't give in dude don't give up. chin up chest out​@@CharleysMom2

[@lylejones6575]

Grew up around the time he landed a helecopter in Johnny's backyard to showcase his music. I have always enjoyed a beer and 2 on a Sunday morning is still pretty normal. Honestly, I hope I celebrate with a few cold beers on my last day - amen

[@joelwelch5762]

I was just wondering when an where I heard of Kris Kristofferson. It was Janis Joplin singing Me and Bobby Magee. Lol

[@johncolberg7229]

25 years sober, like everyone else this song is the story of my life. KK is the greatest

[@LPJack02]

RIP Kris Kristofferson (June 22, 1936 - September 28, 2024), aged 88 You will be remembered as a legend

[@LuisDiaz-sd7qd]

😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@UncleTerry]

Only one of the four horesmen remain....That Redheaded Stranger Willie Nelson

[@rwr820]

Kris and this song pretty much saved my life and he doesn't even know it.

[@barrysmith8920]

Yes he does🌹 Congratulations 🙏🏼

[@maryjohammons8905]

❤️

[@smithwilliam6837]

Yes he does

[@robertlehnert4148]

Now he certainly does

[@GlendaClarke-ir2cd]

Congratulations on your sobriety! He's journeyed home, but we still have his music. R.I.P. 09/28/24🕯️🙏🏾😔💔🎸🎶🥀🕊️

[@kevinshipman9313]

This man has never received his just deserve. One of the greatest singer/songwriters of our lifetime. God bless him!

[@jlmmcguirkmusic6050]

Genius!

[@floydwilliams8595]

Yes he has ! To those that matter, he has.

[@stevemac213]

Correct.

[@joed7185]

I agree. Kris Kristofferson is one of the forgotten greats. "Self-Titled" and "The Silver Tongue Devil and I" are masterpieces of 70's country. I believe that there will be a time where he's discovered by a newer generation. His lyrics and vocals are too good to be forgotten

[@vernpascal1531]

@@joed7185 Well said. To me he is up with Hank,Johnny, and Dylan. As good as it gets on his top 15 to 20 or so.

[@thestonedsailor6072]

Anybody who's ever struggled with alcohol or drug addiction understands just how profound this song really is. 🙏

[@BigBUCK0075051]

You are right on, brings back some very sad memories 😢

[@xine9992]

And anyone who's ever lost someone they love to it, watching this happening, feeling their sense of wretchedness and desperation...

[@tkx86]

I'll drink to that.

[@spitroast76]

You're so right. I'm struggling myself at the moment

[@rose6610]

@@spitroast76 me too.

[@andrewmcintyre3237]

Rhodes Scholar, Boxer, Rebel, Poet, Actor, US Military, A Very Great Man. RIP Kris.

[@GrassBandit]

Helicopter pilot

[@marramambertamarramamberta9107]

This kind of people belong to a world that is no more. Another Renaissance man who died not too long ago was Will Smith. The man was an actor (often playing the role of a villain), a body builder, an arm wrestler, a poet, he spoke several languages fluently, worked for several agencies, earned a Ph.D. and had several diplomas. One of my favorite parts is when he plays the particularly for his role as Anthony Falconetti in the TV series "Rich Man, Poor Man" (and more particularly in the episodes that correspond to "Book I" of the novel). Search for the following 2 videos on KZbin: "Why was William Smith one of Hollywood’s Legendary Tough Guys?" and "William Smith Compilation". You won't be disappointed.

[@Winter-k6p]

That is a long list of great things Legend

[@peterhall8590]

Canadian military I think. Still an ally.

[@marramambertamarramamberta9107]

Like the great Will Smith, a true Renaissance man.

[@kaspermygenfordt2323]

My dad always called this one an anthem for drunks, told me to listen closely. He always smiles when he hears that line "cleanest dirty shirt" :-D

[@cbwatters]

'cleanest dirty shirt", made my mother smile, but then she done the washing for our family from the late 60's all thru the 70's and for another 30 yrs.

[@isay207]

And depressed or grieving

[@myles_bennett77]

@@isay207 Absolutely

[@Thomas-uw1gq]

Some people have reasons , but everyone isn't a drunk , that's ignorant to say, a drunk is a lost soul who has given up on life for reasons , even then the term drunk is degrading ! Joe South had a song.,.Walk a mile in my Shoes ! Just saying . Vietnam Vet Tom , don't judge for you will be judged by Almighty God! Can you stand before him, with the stone you are throwing ? Through Jesus Christ pray to Almighty God for forgiveness in sincerely and you will be forgiven. Vietnam Vet Tom

[@myles_bennett77]

@@Thomas-uw1gq Amen. I bristled at that word too

[@reason1925]

33 years sober. It don't mean a thing. It's the one day, one hour, one minute, battles we must win. Some things may get easier with time, but so too can complacency. The monster is patient. Sometimes I need these reminders of the pain, lest I take it all for granted.

[@MelissaAlexander1958]

Beautifully stated and accurate.

[@LW-vs2su]

Thank you. Your words strengthen sobriety resolve that’s been wavering. The monster is indeed patient, insidious & cunning.

[@reason1925]

@LW-vs2su I thank you as well. There are many who shared with me a gift I didn't really deserve. I can only keep it by giving it away. Don't go it alone.

[@really-cf6cr]

The monster is indeed ruthless to the core

[@markgriffiths3630]

I just keep feeding the monster. My anguish

[@DavidB45Mustard]

Rest in Peace Kris Kristofferson. Thanks for the decades of entertainment. Love and lived this song. 23 years and 8 months sober now.

[@jhmumma]

Congratulations on your years of sobriety! I, too, have many years sober and this song and video are a sharp reminder of where I was and headed further down the wrong path.

[@Larry2]

Roughly 58 years of drunk every night. 15 years of sobriety. Started drinking at 15 years old. Started drinking nightly by the time I was 18. I'm 70 now and by the grace of god (I guess) I'm still alive. For the record, I am not bragging, crying a bit typing this but not bragging. I basically chucked my life down the tubes. Wasted days wasted life.

[@sammuis01]

​@@Larry2 Hope you are able to enjoy the remainder of your years on earth.... You never know what beautiful experciences may lie ahead. Try not to dwell on the lost years, but be open to all that is still possible. And be proud your sober!

[@peterhynes6625]

@@DavidB45Mustard wow!! I'm struggling

[@peterhynes6625]

@Larry2 hey me too from 16 to now every night. 20 years in construction I'm off the coke but still booze n spliff every night. Looking after me 91 year old Dad. Like a teen ager again hiding beer n spraying smellie on before I go back in the house ha. Xx

[@dariuszsmoczkiewicz9301]

I am from Poland and as a kid I watched 'Convoy' and later become a musician and discovered that Kris has a fine music soul....years went by and Kris you will be dearly missed now

[@z-man6925]

Found my cleanest dirty shirt, that one line, just about says it all. One of the best lines ever penned.

[@ledaswan5990]

Yep

[@RNGlow]

Loved it❤ Will be missed.

[@Onthemove6801]

​@@RNGlow Music has lost a master😭😭😭

[@Onthemove6801]

KK had the knack of writing to suit every mood; love, happiness, sadness, loneliness, alcoholism. The masterpieces that he wrote came from personal experience. Didn't Rita Coolidge once say that Jack Daniels was the third person in their marriage? RIP KK. Your songs of the '70s will long outlive today's songs.

[@Onthemove6801]

The cleanest dirty shirt is always the second best; in everything.

[@mousiespanks2379]

One of the best songs ever written. There are songwriters and then there is Kristofferson

[@shannonhanscomb7531]

He's a story teller. And I love a couple of sam Stone songs that I honestly can't get through without crying my heart out.

[@helenheeney2284]

He's a genius pure and simple 👌

[@CarlGustavson-lk5wl]

oh cman . its a good song but there is no need to go crazy and put things out of perspective, right?

[@vpcproduction7070]

you got that right brother

[@BobPapadopoulos]

I'll still stand on your grandma's coffee table in muddy cowboy boots and say Townes Van Zandt is the greatest songwriter who ever lived, and Kris, Shane MacGowan, and John Prine would clap for it.

[@cosmicsunbeams]

Awesome Song writing ❤

[@ctcv-to8kq]

I guess this only leaves Willy. Thanks, Kris, for all your music you left us.

[@marionanderson4475]

Hi everyone who is listening to this song, hope you are all well ❤❤

[@tonymurphy9795]

Yes!

[@mickeypaul7540]

Thanks same to ya

[@neilloewen8667]

😢just feeling sad. Rest easy Kris

[@MrT5mustang]

I never saw this video until today Jan 29 2023. As I turn 62 next month and after singing this song most of my life , in old bands and driving down the highways of life until this very moment when seeing the memories of life played out by Kriss… it came clear to me just how lonely it can be when you have everything but miss the one thing you have always longed for! Name me one song today that brings out these emotions… who ever put this video together, if you ever read this “ Thank you for finding the emotion to the words and putting this together” Peace to you !

[@markmark2080]

Same here, but May 2024... turn 77 this month and been listening to this song for 55 years. Those scenes take me back...

[@melliott333]

Kristofferson is a poet who just happens to put his poetry to music. If he weren't a musician, he would be an accomplished poet, anyway.

[@BrianFouche-p9t]

Wisdom in a song. The best ever. Thanks Kris

[@brucetifer]

Oct 2024 Kris passed last week. So sad but I loved all his music. gonna be 71 soon but I’ve still got Willie.Damn were loosing too many.

[@micheal49]

When you have everything but something you lost somehow somewhere along the way

[@jerryhopper1685]

Would someone please pray for me I have never ask this before having a really bad day 12-6-20

[@debbiehagenmaier2212]

I just said a prayer for you, Jerry. I don't know your specific need, but God knows. He is the Great Physician and Healer. May God give you courage, wisdom and strength for this day and this moment.

[@shelleygreen1129]

Please find strength in your soul for yourself and the people who love you.

[@catherinemcewenholdsworth7115]

You've got my prayers.

[@royferguson3909]

if I could help you, I would. I need a friend too. A real friend happy new year, is a cliche which means nothing. I always answer you if you need to connect, my friend Canterbury U.K.

[@DoyleHargraves]

Done

[@WertZxcv-u7t]

12 days without a drop of alcohol. This song will always live in my heart. Thank you kris you brought me back home to something I had lost along the way

[@jhmumma]

12 days is impressive. Congratulations. Keep making the next right choice.

[@kathydwyer7836]

Keep it up. God's got you!

[@maxwelllepage5683]

Well done keeep it up and it’ll be life changing. 27 years sober for me. .

[@barryguyer8174]

Good job keep up the good work I have been sober since 2001

[@WertZxcv-u7t]

@@barryguyer8174 thank you and remember you fucking rock...

[@Johnwillbegone]

Doesn't matter who you are. This song cuts to the bone.

[@dickhancock2193]

Totally

[@amandaorourke3036]

And that's the truth...

[@fernandocardenas615]

Yeah

[@aaronbialas]

Yes, because most people can relate.

[@johnusher83]

Such a beautiful song. Kris is one hell of a poet.

[@14goldmedals]

This is a man that was a Rhodes Scholar, lettered in boxing then flew helicopters in the US Army. West Point graduate and offered a teaching spot at The Point. Amazingly brilliant man and fans should discover his true biography.

[@SKa-tt9nm]

Kris lived like 7 lifetimes in 1. Amazingly accomplished.

[@stevemorin3647]

He’s an Army Ranger School alumnis.

[@jameslyons1624]

He was a janitor in in Nashville when Johnny Cash pick him up

[@dougcortes6567]

He wasn’t a W.P. graduate, but was offered a teaching position there. He’s from a military family and his dad was a US Army general (not sure exact rank - either 1 or 2 star). Regardless - yeah - he’s had some incredible highs - and lows.

[@14goldmedals]

@@jameslyons1624 he begged for a job at Columbia records to be near stars he might slip one of his songs to with high hopes. He left a job flying a helicopter from an offshore oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico.

[@sheilacrabtree5993]

He's a silver tongued devil alright! I've always loved his songs. Rita did also.

[@Salo979]

Greetings from South Africa. Rest in peace, Kris. The greatest songwriter. I met Kris 26 March 2014. His parting words to me was: "I like your spirit". I told Kris that i was a fan for decades and thanked him for his amazing songs and music.

[@Rick-ky4yp]

I wish you would of kept Elon Musk

[@patriot52realfinn22]

Almost 25 yrs clean and sober this song touches me still deeply. It so true as it can be. Regards from Finland

[@kriskristofferson6219]

Hello happy new year thank you for all the comment,love and support I really appreciate it you can write to my email on [e-mail] stay bless

[@DIYTFY]

No one gives a damn.

[@torquetorque1777]

I worked in Finland a while back in the day. Clean and sober is not hard with alchohol prices there. Regardless, it is a good song.

[@ningii]

💙

[@1Daveable]

@@torquetorque1777 if the price bothers you then you are not a real alcoholic

[@perfumebottlespollution]

Wow , this song totally describes my life the past 35 years. I lost mom when I was young and life was never the same again. I lost all the dreams I had when I was young. I was just trying to survive emotionally. Alcohol,women,friends, didn't help. Whenever Sundays came around and I got the smell of someone frying chicken I would miss the sight of mom in the kitchen. Or when I saw a child walking down the road with their mom it hurt so bad. It's so true. No other day felt as lonely as a Sunday . Last year I found God and I could finally get healing from the past. Wish I found God sooner.

[@desswan6336]

❤❤❤

[@letty5515]

Gone bless you and He has. Those 35 years for you find God, He was there all the while waiting for you. Have a beautiful relationship with Him.

[@MrRJ139]

The wonderful thing is you found God now.❤

[@장문순-x9h]

하나님은 당신을 사랑하십니다 주님 안에서 행복하세요 ❤

[@MrRJ139]

@@장문순-x9h sadly, there is no auto translate for your reply...🤔

[@annameehan3527]

I’m really appreciating how he stood up for & stood by Sinéad O’Connor at the Bob Dylan tribute show years ago. Thank you, Kris! ❤

[@railmaverick]

Years before the general public knew about Catholic Church abuses, Sinead was speaking out about it. And Kris held her in his arms for it. Bless her, bless him.

[@conradsullivan6910]

I already had great respect for Kris, but on that day my respect for him grew tenfold!

[@helenga666]

Heroic!!

[@telephono007]

Thinking about his kindness today. RIP Kris.

[@BamaPhish]

“Don’t let the bastards get you down.” -Kris

[@BerndSchmitz-s5c]

Rest in peace Kris Kristofferson We country fans will never forget you, we love you, may God protect you in his heaven.

[@ashleyroffe]

I genuine believe he's the greatest storytelling lyricist ever!

[@cherylpelletier3165]

True!

[@dogfight100]

What a song

[@valerietakacs1519]

Still among the most brilliant lyrics ever written! Happy 85th Birthday Kris!

[@williamrolls4912]

Hello friend, how're you doing today?

[@wingerding]

Great song. Not sure I'd go that far though

[@po9318]

Is he THAT old already? I don't imagine guys like Kris ever getting old, they just stay the way there always are or else they just fade away into eternity.

[@eliotvelez3145]

@@wingerding pķlll

[@vernwallen4246]

"old soldiers never die,they just fade away".General Douglass MC Arthur.@@po9318

[@jeannekelouwe4608]

I just read Kris passed away. I burst out in tears, just by reading it. Kris thank you for all your beautiful songs, Unmatched!!! Beautiful man, beautiful songs. I love your humble way of performing. You will be missed.

[@Tombro1856]

8,000.000 views? deserves 80 Million no doubt.

[@maazali8889]

I am a student of literature, and I have to say his songs are pure poetry. Love him ❤️

[@mikenolan1080]

Well, he was a Rhodes scholar and a poet.

[@toddalper3243]

​@@mikenolan1080.. As well as being a member of the Mensa society.

[@LetArtsLive]

I don't know why this song always makes me cry maybe it's because that was me

[@simonreiger7422]

You're not alone out there.

[@flapjackson6077]

Tear in the eye, boys. RIP, Kris. You lived your life with unmatched soul.

[@jewishman2687]

This song was the only thing on earth that could make my father cry... He's gone now, But I am still so sorry for the pain I gave him and my mother. Haven't had a drink since 1977 Thank god they saw me get sober.

[@biggestkkfan1506]

Wow, that's about the same time Kris got sober! Congrats to that! 😊

[@cooper9287]

Wow. Me too. Same story.

[@kathleenmcgovern4561]

Congratulations

[@knightscroftsquire-muldoon]

I'm not there yet, but I'm feeling confident to build something that's sacred until the end...

[@jewishman2687]

@@knightscroftsquire-muldoon Good luck May the Force be with you.

[@sheilastevens7188]

I'm devastated over this loss. I'm almost 5 months sober.

[@MattieMc]

Great song. Anybody out there trying to get or stay sober, one day at time. Keep going. They told me everything would be okay and life would get better. That was over 16 years ago. They were right. Life got better, and i don't miss it one bit. Living sober is incredible.

[@kriskristofferson6219]

Hello happy new year thank you for all the love,comment and support I really appreciate it kindly write to my email on [e-mail] stay bless

[@winstonenglish285]

Bob Dylan said all will be well in the end if it's not well it's not the end yet

[@dictionarypictionary9872]

@@winstonenglish285 every saint has a past, every sinner has a future.

[@royferguson3909]

I envy you, friend ( virtual) cos we will never meet

[@ritakisil1508]

Well done

[@laviniapenrose1121]

RIP Kris one of life’s greatest musicians ❤ My Dad passed in March this year, we played this song at his funeral. He loved your music. Hope your both ur their having a pint, cigar and playing the guitar 🎸

[@rjsmcl1]

I come to tears every time I hear this song. I sobered up at 21 and this was my life from 16 to 21. I know it’s not a long time but you don’t forget being in absolute hell. Coming up on 37 years clean and sober and I can still touch the pain of Sunday Morning Coming Down!

[@Tombro1856]

Good health and stay sober, Thomas Ireland.

[@BrendaDick-dc9ef]

To God be the glory

[@williamzander4732]

Your a cry baby get your ass out and put your address please .

[@petervanwijk7887]

I am 70. Remember this song when i reached rock bottom at age 19. Like it was yesterday. Play this song , brings back the memories of when i woke up one sunday morning in a railway station in Christchurch New Zealand . Did not know how i got to that point. Could not even rememder where i left my car before going on a drinking binge.Vietnam memories. Went onto very good life with a good wife. But this is alwaysa somber reminder

[@carolkatrawitz2314]

Once woke up under a tree in Finsbury Park, N. London. In those days a VERY dodgy part of town - don't know how I got there either...

[@denniswesley2125]

God bless you !

[@lorrainenielsen8477]

Woke up in a old abandoned truck don’t remember getting in it in Aberdeen Scotland yeeehah I guess

[@axelrice7422]

im there

[@puertodeluna]

I hear you brother, after Vietnam I went on a 21 year drunk. An incredibly patient wife managed to sober me up for 23 years, but unfortunately my demons remained and she left me, so now I’m hitting the bottle again. It’s like the song says: “People say I should’ve been more, probably so if it hadn’t been for that crazy damn Vietnam war”

[@mikemoore5929]

65 years old , still drinking , still listening to this song . Bin thru a lot of shit , still cherish Kris and this song , you cannot know the torment in man's soul by looking at him. May whatever god you believe in help you friends . Peace eventually comes .

[@jerryhopper1685]

May God help you to and I hope you find peace also have a awesome Christmas

[@kathyross8647]

Me too!

[@depaor50]

Me also..shit life...70 now..no memories only regrets...Still at it

[@tonykavanagh6798]

Wish you nothing but the best my friend..

[@ritakisil1508]

Mike, whatever troubles you have...i hope one day you find peace.

[@mychurchhome81]

As some 20 years sober, this song says it all . . . Sung by someone who knows and understands.

[@codybolt4542]

My dad drank over a case of beer every day of his adult life until about a year before he died at the age of 45. He considered this his theme song. It's brilliant in its stark portrayal of addiction. It's been 38 years since dad died, and I still listen to this song and tear up. Rest in peace, dad.

[@codybolt4542]

@Jos Rimmen My dad was 45 when he died in 1982. If he were still alive he'd be 83 years old. I was 17 at the time, and I'll turn 55 in two months.

[@sergeytoropin6428]

I hope you doing good brother

[@madburnie]

So sad to read this. All the best to you Cody x

[@Horiatis76]

Cody Bolt thanks for sharing.

[@sandimckee6830]

Wow sad Honey

[@Crytica.]

May he rest in peace and be reunited with his fellow Highwaymen Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings. You will be missed Kris, you absolute country legend.

[@margitbrodmerkel4153]

GOD BLESS US ALL

[@Jjj6212]

I love kris, used to Johnny cash singing this. I'm 56, alcoholic and this is a song all old alcoholics play on Sunday morning ! It's not to make you sober It's to celebrate our alcoholism ! I'm drinking beer and smoking weed for Kris, God rest his soul.

[@peeniewalli]

Honest,Straightforward reply ! Same ; Cash version i knew first. Also been burning the candle on both ends for a decade or2 or 3. To celebrate is a positive mindset ! More should just do so !

[@JimSavage-o5w]

Have been their pain got me clean will not forget Kris thank you

[@newsnowireland4028]

Thanks kris only sober 2 weeks. But I’m getting there.

[@sappyherbivore1295]

NEWS NOW IRELAND I wish you the best my friend

[@markmcgrath7907]

Good stuff you can beat it cause your strong

[@judydomagalla8555]

I hope you are still holding on to the dream...

[@joanneoliver788]

Hope all is well best wishes

[@ellenr.3549]

Play this song every day. It can remind you of what it was like.

[@catharinaketelaar7299]

I had a OXYCODON addiction after a terrible accident that crushed some of my vertebrae! ! Was 69 years old then ! When I was 18 I bought the first elpee from Kris Kristofferson ,but this song will always remember me the struggle to get clean ,I was in hell during stopping this terrible drug addiction ! But I made it! Now I’m 72 ,almost 73 ………. I got my life back and tonight I heard I listened to this song again ……. Everyone who is or was on alcohol or drug addiction feels how deep and profound this song is ! The loneliness,the pain, the tears ,the sorrow, depression ,the anger….………. All those feelings you have to feel and face to leave the hell and getting back your own life ,and finding heaven on earth! With rest and peace in body,heart and your soul! To all who try…… you can do it, you will succeed, trust your strength to become the captain of your own life! To all I wish you love and happiness and will say a prays to give you the strength to embrace yourself …..and be clean! You can do it! It’s worth while … 💫💫💫🙏

[@yvonnejohnson772]

Just rember your strong

[@edwardambrose8704]

How Inspiring !!! Peace !!! Love !!! ❤️

[@yvonnejohnson772]

@@edwardambrose8704 I hi from the wirral

[@juliafoster5968]

So many memories over the years. RIP you beautiful guy. You gave me so much music , love, feeling. Over so many years. You were the image of my second husband who died of cancer.

[@johnmachale2950]

God, does this masterpiece resonate with anyone who has ever been an addict. I remember so many Sunday mornings just like this. With the help of A.A. I'll be 34 years sober on October 1, 2018. My plea to anyone still struggling with alcoholism or any other addiction, please give A. A. your best shot. If it worked for me it'll work for anybody! .

[@carolkatrawitz2314]

Not for everybody. Could never get my head around the 'higher power' thing. Born an athiest, always have been. Seen too many people killed in the name of so called beliefs.

[@larrylinn8589]

@@carolkatrawitz2314 Try attending the "We Agnostics" meetings. They helped me.

[@royferguson3909]

@@carolkatrawitz2314 but , but ARE YOU CLEAN ???

[@simonegraf508]

I always sayif you've never been addicted you wonr truly appreciate kris

[@billjones8503]

@@simonegraf508 Nah, his songs are great anyway, but you got a point. All have experienced extreme loneliness. Part of the human condition. That can get someone to relate to Kris's song here. Cheers.

[@106875834]

You cannot sing a song with this much heart and soul unless you have lived it...

[@royferguson3909]

' .....I a lot like you are,.......'

[@livsangel9295]

This makes me think about my father. King Alcohol took so many of his years. He drank away 2 relationships and 4 Children. And I´m not sure which father I miss the most. The one I had or the one I didn´t have. If you´re out there somewhere, dad, I hope you have found Peace.

[@rgreen917]

You looked at my life story.

[@infiniteandroid]

Fuck that made me cry!!!!... I hope he hears this somehow..... in someway.....we will all meet again someday!!!!... peace!!!! Too all!!!

[@patb4927]

wow LIVSANGEL you really hit home with me today. almost every word you speak reminds me of me when I was a child and had an alcoholic father, and my mom died and dad remarried and she left and there were 4 of us boys and. step sister and half brother ive never met. Dad pulled a shotgun on us one night when he was drunk , my oldest brother stepped in front of us. to protect us. and my other 2 brothers distracted him while I ran a mile ( I was 5 yrs old) to the nearest neighbor to get help, lucky for us my moms brother was driving down the road and saw me and. carried me back to our farm and walked up to daddy and took the shotgun away from him , and daddy broke down and started crying his eyes out, strangely enough we all went up to him and hugged him and told him we still loved him. ( you don't stop loving your dad. or an ancholic just because he pulls a shot gun on you ) , lucky for all of us it wasn't loaded , dad told us later that he took the shells out several weeks before cause he didn't want us to accidentally get ahold of it and. hurt someone . OMG GODS angels were among us then for sure. it was shortly after that , that our dad gave custody of us to. my MOMS sister LUCY and she and Maggie raised us, MY father quit drinking about a year after that and. was remodeling the old farm house and it caught fire and. he swallowed flames and. he was burned over 80% of his body from the fire, HE died 30 days later in the hospital and I know he is in heaven because he told us one day he had turned his life over to GOD and got saved, SO yes LIVSANGEL. I see that I knew your Father just like you knew mine. LOVE YOU DAD always and forever

[@michaelcraft9349]

Tears ....you struck a chord, I feel you.

[@bobmecgeo]

May God be with you

[@johnhart3369]

good bye Friend. your voice has been heard but it will be missed. Sunday hasn't ever been the same since I first heard this piece of great wisdom. Thank You.

[@TheOriginalguns]

One of the most underrated songs of all time. Genius act Kris.

[@robertelliott4155]

True genius

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

OMG, another Under Rated Song comment. How Original dude.

[@normanleach5427]

Rhodes Scholar

[@maazali8889]

It's good that his songs are underrated. They are not for everyone.

[@markwisniewski131]

Man I’m 62 years old and this song 🎶 hits hard

[@RyanJohnson-ed5hv]

It it's even harder finding out that he passed away today. 9/29/24

[@Lynnmusiccowgirl]

@@RyanJohnson-ed5hv AMEN. We have really lost some good ones past 2 yrs. Very few today with mix of talent. Stay strong and blessed. It will get better🙏🎼🌹🤠

[@lenorefriedrich1634]

60 here, yup ride steady Kris , another good one gone. 🤠🍻💔

[@edwardmorford2202]

Not too sure that there'll be too many more relevants dying after the next 20 years or so...just saying...R.I.P KK you really will be missed✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@lenorefriedrich1634]

@@edwardmorford2202 …. 20 years … no way?! Most of the good ones are gone. 😞 Cheers 🍻 from Switzerland 🇨🇭✌🏻

[@randybailin4902]

His lyrics were extraordinary, perhaps none better than in this unbelievably moving song. 'Then I headed back for home and somewhere far away a lonely bell was ringing. And it echoed through the canyon like the disappearing dreams of yesterday.' He had a gift.

[@maazali8889]

It's pure poetry.

[@TexasElectrician77]

I’ve been a Kristofferson fan for many years and I agree that it is one of his best lines, especially “Like the disappearing dreams of yesterday”. It’s great that he is still living in his eighties. Probably the best living song writer. By quality, at least. Not by quantity.

[@jackscott1016]

Him and

[@chrismckell5353]

The bit that resonates with me is the line 'and it took me back to something that Id lost somehow, somewhere along the way '. First heard this song sung by Johnny Cash did Kris Kristoferson write it for him? Also love Bobby Magee.

[@dianejarmon1990]

@@chrismckell5353 Kris wrote it but he actually did not write it for Johnny. Johnny just liked it and sang it.

[@rochlejeune5789]

I picked up today's paper and read about his passing on the front page. I've been a fan since the early 70s. His songs are his legacy and will be here forever. Miss you my friend I never met.

[@violinoscar]

I got sober 18 years ago and it was at an early AA meeting that someone told me to listen to this song. I cried for the first time I can remember since I was a small boy. it touched me so deeply

[@TheCrazyIrishCat]

@Hardtop Harry Fair play to you, keep going strong

[@omegaman400]

Hardtop, I am so glad that you are sober. This is one great song.

[@tuforu4]

this song and my cleanest dirty shirt helped me to get sober years ago.

[@thomascraig1098]

My dad was in AA for over 30 years he died 10 years ago and it was someone in AA told him about Kristofferson and he to told me loving him ever since he was In Belfast a few wks back went and seen him 82 and still has you captivated fantastic legend

[@alexpaylor1365]

Coming up to 34 years here, Harry. Always liked this song. It means more to an addict than it does to other people, I think. Kris was writing and singing from experience. I can really identify with the line: And the beer I had for breakfast wasn't Bad so I had one more for dessert. It was the only thing to do when you were badly hungover. Helped to bring the alcohol content back to where you felt better. Keep going, Harry. People such as you are an inspiration to everyone who is fighting the monster in the bottle.

[@rndshrl]

In my opinion, this is one of the greatest classics ever written. KK is one of the very best writers to put words together and make em work. Knowing what they mean is what makes it a true classic.

[@ranchokitty1]

he wrote great songs, but it all goes with my theory that everyone has a short window to write those songs and his closed soon after alas. the muse leaves everyone in time, when was the last great song Paul Mccartney/Paul Simon wrote? Here today gone tomorrow!

[@meowmeow-cr5sn]

Everyone listening to this right now - hope you are all doing OK ❤

[@AndyArnold-uz5yo]

This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.

[@michaelrezzuto8794]

As good as I can do

[@mashpresser804]

I'm not.

[@mashpresser804]

I feel like the song makes it worse

[@mashpresser804]

Gives me a reason

[@christinestratton8801]

He sure was easy on the eyes, super talented, as a writer. Singer and actor....well read..held a Masters degree; who knew he attended Oxford!! 💕💓❤🙏

[@markcolegrove2360]

Timeless if your a loner,drunk,and a lost soul as I am... this is my anthem.

[@jaywalker712]

Its a strange world to see everyone around you living a life and finding yourself an outcast living on the edge, going nowhere.

[@mizmera]

Then stand up. Make the change. And follow God.

[@TaiMmoja]

fellow lost soul

[@kriskristofferson3024]

Hello for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far. Keep Supporting ❤️please send me a [e-mail]

[@zodinthara7925]

You got a brother, mate, i am on kf them too

[@scottschoppert9149]

Listening to this song when I was literally in the depths of the worst pain captured what this song represents. 13 years sober and I’ve lived through this song, it’s a masterpiece.

[@Bmercad]

Touches all souls

[@juanitasumner1410]

I woke up this morning, with no way to hold my body that it doesn't hurt. The coffee I had for breakfast wasn't so bad, so I had another for dessert... sorry Kris, I didn't get drunk, I went snowboarding, and the first thing I thought when I woke up this morning was the first verse from this song - Thanks Buddy, your lovin' fan, Juanita

[@honestj820]

Hey how are you doing today…?

[@AndyArnold-uz5yo]

This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.

[@Librarianchica1204]

RIP to this brilliant American original. One of the most beautiful, intelligent, talented forces to come out of this flawed country. Godspeed, sir.

[@danielmills5557]

Whether it be by Cash, Nelson or Kristofferson, this song thus at your heart. You can almost feel the sadness., the depression, the isolation in Kristofferson's lyrics. Like Dylan, Kristofferson is a true icon in painting magical landscapes of feelings and emotions.

[@Yawnyaman]

Oddly, it was the version by R Dean Taylor which first got me into this song..

[@fporretto]

This song is the epitome of sadness. Unforgettable.

[@Xaj33]

😢

[@ArronCook]

Probably the greatest songwriter presently living, perhaps that ever has lived.

[@ralphpaul8561]

True. Also consider Gordon Lightfoot!

[@Pisomajado]

Jason Isbell may fit in there somewhere too

[@roddymcniven8734]

Big call

[@johnmeldelgay7638]

I will bring all Kris songs to my grave. RIP Our Good Friend… Give Our Warm Regards to Johnny and Waylon up there.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Johnny Cash sang this song at his last concert. Respect. He also sang it on his Columbo appearance. Respect. Have to admit this is the first time I've seen the video. His transtion from clean shaven to a beard, combined with the lyrics, wow. Merci beaucoup.

[@purami14]

Will be 20 years clean and sober, come this December.

[@fnf_girlfriend8892]

Well done William, great achievement.

[@jacktattis143]

Great to hear I was never in that position. I was not a great drinker to start with

[@clmnyng]

thats fucking beautiful

[@Johnwillbegone]

GOD bless you brother...that's awsome. A day at a time

[@mdelucia67]

Awesomeness, congrats

[@selinagross1410]

You only got away with this because your mom and dad made you so cute Kris. So we are all old now. Your fans and you. You better know how much joy you brought to us! Greatest Thanks Kris Kristofferson 🥰😘❣️🇺🇸💪✌️🥳👍👍❤️

[@robertphillips2769]

I just learned to play this yesterday, then I performed it twice at my gig last night. A few errors but not horrible. I'll do better next time. Main thing was I was having trouble not getting all choked up when singing it. Great song, great songwriter. Thanks, Kris.

[@HeavySig]

Kristofferson's lyrics are simple perfection, he captures a feeling that a lot of us can relate to all too well.

[@AlishaDylan]

That’s true, but a lot of people on here think otherwise. Do you think he should have done better on this song?

[@stevewiseman4027]

I'm nearly 70 now now. Kristofferson is one of the best songwriters ever. Depending in which era you are from. Listen to music from the 30's, 40's. Great compositions & compilations. It's not all about the present. I love music. Mozart, Lennon, George Jones & Tammy. Patsy Cline is my all time best. But that's just me. Sit & enjoy the music. Sorry. I tend to go on a bit.

[@mbucquet]

yes .........you are right at 100 %................that's an old german who loves that song!

[@amymorgan9519]

Sounds like you have a very eclectic taste in music, Steve! Well done.

[@stevewiseman4027]

Thanks. Nice to know I'm not the only one. We seem to be too far & few between.

[@carolkatrawitz2314]

Agree great songwriter - one of the best

[@brianrudge9587]

We share similar tastes in music Steve, I'll be 76 soon and love all this.

[@WhoStillExist]

My father passed away this Sunday - this was his favorite song, so of course it has a very powerful impact on me. Something lost along the way ...

[@biggestkkfan1506]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@Auslandic]

Sorry for your loss. I just discovered this song which came out when I was a toddler and find it to be powerful and true. Great song, no wonder your Dad liked it!

[@WhoStillExist]

Thank you!

[@carolinejohnson7921]

it was one of my dads favourites also, my thoughts and prayers are with you

[@oldpossum]

Sorry for your loss. One of my fav songs, too. great lyrics, great voice! Can't believe I'm gonna hit the big seven-oh this year...

[@C_L_Mena]

Come here to pay my respect to Krisropherson now that's confirmed he passed away. Thanks for your art.

[@AllAroundAtlanta]

Great song, one of the best. 22 years sober here.

[@Tombro1856]

Happy to hear, 7 years here but going OK

[@danielnewport5034]

73 years old, been sober for over 4 years now,I thank the lord every day for the love and understanding of my loving of 53 years

[@JohnMcMeekin-st5yh]

I'm gonna stop drinking immediately

[@josephsullivan3216]

Late comment but well done, hope you're doing good still 🇬🇧❤️🇺🇦

[@RichardWilliamsowdrick]

20 years ago since I took back control of my life from alcohol, I thank from the bottom of my heart, my family and friends for not giving up on me.

[@johnDBoone]

R. I. P. The man maybe gone but his music will live on. Truly one of the greatest songwriters of our time.

[@johnsizemore7579]

RIP Kris. 💔

[@livjoruandersen65]

I heard this song as a young girl and I was drinking hard,but hearing Kris singing this and understood that I was on my way to getting an alcoholic and managed to stop drinking before it was to late! Love you Kris Kristoffersen!❤️

[@rexluminus9867]

You're a doll. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@kriskristofferson8096]

Hello Thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought this far. Keep Supporting ❤️ Please send me a mail [e-mail]

[@CHUY-DRZ400s]

Still going

[@igorjones4757]

Have always loved this song. Back to my days at FT Hood, TX. Alone as a young soldier on a Sunday morning. Hungover as all get out. Feeling old and lonely at just 19.

[@mymagicmurals]

Rest peacefully Kris, you gave us so many wonderful memory evoking memories... like this great song.

[@DouglasTaylor69]

I am 42 years clean and sober, all glory to Jesus. Thank HIM everyday that I do not have to live like that anymore.

[@DIYTFY]

HIM did nothing.

[@jandeband]

42 yrs sober, thank you JESUS

[@helenmcdonnell2585]

Wonderful, Glory to God

[@rolfhitzbleck7140]

One of the greatest country songs I ever heard.Evertime I listen to it, it sends shivers down my spine. Thanks Kris for writing this song

[@kellyb3540]

I don't consider this "country" at all.

[@anthonymcivor7511]

Half hilzbeck johnny cash will always be the best country and western ever

[@pamelalefebvre125]

50 yrs ago still my favorite. Nobody better than Kris!

[@roberthansen2008]

Yeah Chris I remember having a bunch of beer for breakfast a lot of times. And for good measure I would have a few more beers for dessert. Thankfully I don't have to do that anymore. You know these songs were very inspirational. And you know in truth-telling.