Mark Flynn plays Ripple on Guitar

[@calebsutton6219]

Probably one of the best covers of this song out there.

[@Dld1985]

Shows a man may have little in his life in the way of material things yet have a wealth of talent in his heart. Very talented man.

[@smithknifeworks]

Amen. Riches aren't always material.

[@michaelflanagan5450]

He's got everything he's got music.

[@ShatOnATurtle10]

these are the people that should be on tv. the purest musician who has nothing but music

[@lastdaysofarkansas6965]

Met him in Boulder in 2011. I'll never forget this man as long as I live. Super nice guy.

[@deefable]

I wonder what he's up to!

[@GarbageCollector42]

"I'll just play a Dead song for ya." Yes, please!! This was beautiful!!

[@AmandaVanQuakebeke]

I had the pleasure of knowing Mark when I lived in Boulder. Very nice man, loved listening to him play. I wish I knew how he was. :-) Love my old time hippies. RIP Papa Smurf & Einstein.

[@ryanhicks5761]

Mark..I always come back to your version when its time and you never let me down. Hope all is ok Your fan Ryan

[@jaysoneubanks579]

Bless this man. This is such a beautiful song played by someone with a beautiful soul. If anyone knows his whereabouts please get in contact with me. There is a lot human society can learn from someone like this. Life with music is worth more than all the gold in the world.hope you are doing well Mark, Jerry would be proud.

[@IsaiahKeiser]

Jayson Eubanks man, I just found this video and your comment brought a tear to my eye. I scrolled down to comment “Bless this man” and there was your comment. A fellow deadhead spreading the love ❤️⚡️💀

[@matthewparsons9764]

Mark is a wonderful man & a fine musician. He is the youngest of several boys, and was the odd man out with his brothers, they were older amd already jamming when mark began playing. One of his elder brother was a Flecktone, playing with Bela. Mark started me playing guitar about 25 years ago. Notice one leg keeps time & one stays pretty stationary. Even with a prosthetic leg, he will be out there in the snow making sure everyone has a song and a smile in their day. Looks like my old brother is in Boulder in this. If you see this Mark, we love you !

[@megrickman1088]

I knew him don't know where he is

[@St0neykins]

I just Love Marks Own Version of this great dead song. I have watched this video about 100 times since it was posted, and each and every time it was well worth coming back. Reach out your hand if your cup be empty, If your cup is full may it be again,

[@joaofilipemuniz]

Just came back 13 years latter.

[@Harrygton]

@@joaofilipemuniz Came back 14 later!

[@limpio94]

@@Harrygton same. There are things that stay with you forever. This video is one of those things

[@shorthopper88]

amazing, you can tell he has a good understanding of music and the song. puts his own twist on it.

[@timmylouwhoOO]

This man has brought me happiness. That is a gift that no amount of money can bring, and although he may never know what it means to me I must say. This is true beauty, it is the very symbol of peace and togetherness.

[@JackNWhite92]

I'm so proud of this guy, standing tall and playing so beautiful, even with such a douchebag recording the whole thing. I sincerely hope every person who got pissed off at the camera-man reads this; Learn to love, even the douchebags. If it wasn't for him, you'd never be able to listen to this beautiful cover.

[@joyceragsdale]

Where is this man now?

[@Jeff-S]

Am I missing something? The man played extremely well and the person who recorded it gave the guy 4 minutes of fame for all of us to enjoy (700 and counting) and complimented him on his talent. Lighten up dude. Maybe read the lyrics?

[@MiguelGomes-mg3uj]

I just found this beautiful soul (the singer).. What a sentiment. In fact even the wrecked clocks are right twice a day. This was one of those moments.

[@MiguelGomes-mg3uj]

The wrecked clock was the cameraman of course😅

[@bidotube]

🙌. You won’t find a better cover of this song. Period.

[@briand.peterson2988]

Mark's singing and playing was very much heart felt - Touching - Awesome job by Mark Flynn! God bless him!!! :)

[@LightningJanitorial]

Man, this vid brings back memories. I had forgotten about it since I posted a comment back in 08. Still a great rendition, and watching this makes me wonder how Mark is doing now a days. I hope he's well, and has a good life.

[@jzayach1]

loved this..... love the musicians who play in the streets of Boulder, but this gentleman is fantastic... raw

[@AmandaVanQuakebeke]

I can honestly say Mark, I knew him from Pearl Street Mall when I lived there in Boulder. He is an amazing man. I loved sitting and listening to him play and could listen for however long he played. I'll always remember sitting with him at the Carriage House, drinking coffee. I hope he's doing well.

[@matthewparsons9764]

Same Amanda. Mark and I were very close back in the 90s, playing and spending time up in the mountains.

[@ChinacatSunflower0]

@@matthewparsons9764 Hi Matthew, do you know how mark has been doing in the last 8 or so years? Or have you lost contact with him since the 90s?

[@Lomedae]

@@ChinacatSunflower0 Mark died around 2012 sadly.

[@seanearnest]

So familiar, yet so unique! What a wonderful voice and gentle interpretation. Bless you, man

[@SamandOmiesGirl]

I love this man! I can't get enough. I have watched this video at least 40 times myself. I cry and I'm so happy at the same time. He gives me hope and inspiration like no stranger ever has. Money can't buy happiness, but piece of mind can. Let's everybody watch one more time. P.S. I think he really deserves more views than this, so please share with your friends.

[@kidntrope]

I was on Pearl Street yesterday in Boulder and saw this guy playing. What a great voice and what a place to see talent like him.

[@Lomedae]

Many years since this became viral, before viral was a thing. I keep returning to this paragon of music purity. RIP Mark, you died only a few years after this video got out and your life has been unbelievably hard going for all of it, but you do live on through this.

[@dutchdragon443]

I wish my brother was still alive he would loved this cover of this song this was his favorite dead song rip brother I miss you everyday things been hard without you but I keep fighting I know your in heaven now with our sister and friends

[@anammour]

This is the most depressing, yet blissful video i have ever seen. Just looking at this guy's face you can see some hard times, but this beautiful song still resonates in his soul and brings him to "that special place" that can only be attained in moments like this. Absolutely beautiful.

[@bruddahgeorge]

Reminds me of where I should be rather than where I am. Thanks, man.

[@jamesgentry2018]

Wow! The essence on many levels. Hard times for a sweet soul.

[@spark725]

Outstanding, just fucking outstanding!!!!........I could listen to this guy play all day. Keep playing my brother! Hopefully your talent (true talent) will be recognized and rewarded one day!

[@jeffe2369]

I like the squirrel in the background. Great performance! Dogspeed to you! Thanks to the camera guy for bringing me this joyful video!

[@rozeemarijn]

thank you for this.. it's incredible. i wish i could see more of this guy.

[@sullivanjg]

someone needs to get this guy to make a CD .. i would buy it .. amazing voice and guitar skill.. love you man....

[@WendyLynnMartin]

I so appreciate you posting this video, I was just looking for it to show to a friend. It's a great example of a street person with a lot of heart (and talent). Bless you for sharing. Wendy Martin So. California

[@johnvega4035]

Man, after all these years I still come back to hear my man mark and his beautiful ripple. Guess that is what it meant all along.

[@MrJasdog107]

Beautiful Song

[@bwanna23]

Jerry would have loved this.

[@sasj84]

This guy touched me to the soul! peace & love!

[@stephenfitzpatrick9189]

They were the days . Oh sweet youth and precious memories.

[@mommyjuju]

There are so many precious things in youtube and that´s one of them.

[@bush1tman]

A beautiful job of performing this great song. Beautiful beautiful beautiful

[@aoxomoxoa88]

I think here, lives the essence of the song. Imagine a post apocalypse world without stadiums and great venues. Here, is the real heart of our loved tunes, by a man on the street. We would crowd round him in such times....and we should now.

[@buckfoston824]

this was moving. this man is so talented, i wish one day to play and sing as well as he has in this video. Keep on playin the Dead Mark, God Bless.

[@brians6542]

still one of my favorite renditions. log in from time to time just to make sure it's still up here. merry xmas, mark

[@oldrocker76]

i used to sit and listen to him at least 4 times a week..he is an awsome guitar player

[@50peacegirl]

AWESOME! Love you Mark Flynn. God Bless You.

[@kooneya]

the way you play , the way you sing, bring new life to me, man , and to the one who captured this thank you for opening a new horizion to us and for us, it's very important in verse and in emotion..look at him playing the tune. i love him and i don;t even know flynn. take care and encoure others to go!!!!

[@gyselboy]

thank you Mark a beautiful rendition of a beautiful song. May your cup always be full.

[@crkemppainen]

Man what a real vid I dunno what to say. Just want to give that brother a big ole grateful hug cause this 4 minutes tells a story about PEOPLE that just really cant be explained, only shown.

[@etowmom]

What an amazing talent! It brought me to tears.

[@guitarmaster116]

Yes, that was so passionate. God Bless You.

[@docnova]

ill say it again... hearing this cover 2 years ago changed my life. The message from this song and his performance is amazing.

[@jtucci31]

this brought a big smile to my face, i love the dead, i love ripple, and i now love mark flynn!

[@VannMan826]

Beautiful my man. Wish there were more of you in this world. Thanks

[@jdavis417]

Every time I watch this I am transported there with you, Mark. I owe you for that, big time! As long as there electricity to enjoy your performances, you are immortal. Few of us can say as much. Congratulations!

[@DamonBoykiw]

thanks old man, (deeprue) you said it. made me smile sadly, and, deadheads know, there are literally thousands of guys with this kind of talent, and it humbles me every time i discover it.

[@hortstu4734]

this is the best solo acoustic version of this I've ever heard. I wish I could see his hands more. Someone tab this version PLEASE!

[@bballhusta11]

awesome....makes me feel great everytime i listen to it. It reminds me how powerful you are when you are passionate about what you do. Thanks mark

[@lightlyone]

Wow, super! We've got to remember that this country is full of talented people, with many being extraordinary. Success doesn't equal monetary gain, though sometimes it helps. It's more of an 'inside job', soul, you know. This is a great interpretation of a great song. Much better than the curious camera work which captured it; thanks much for the posting. This is a great reminder about people.

[@dialaname]

this man captures the spirit of a generation gone by, one love.

[@yukimikako]

Still coming back to listen to this after so so many years. Love it

[@michaelflanagan5450]

AMEN

[@ds7202]

that. was. just. simply. amazing. almost made me cry.

[@wooohoo2]

camera dude rocks!..he did it perfectly,he captured a visual perspective of someone unique and not expecting something like this...give him a break.imagine if this never was recorded...rock on! and thanks a bunch.

[@KimberlyYnciso]

this video made my day just lookin at him playing it almost gave me tears long live jerry

[@nessumsar95]

Have you seen the snow outside while that man is playing the guitar and singing a grateful dead's song ? Terrifc ! amazing ! Though he must be frozen stiff he is playing actually. Thank you very much Mark for your courage !!!!!!!!!!

[@michaelmccurry9947]

Talking about keeping it real, this is truly beautiful grit and music.

[@wendymartin5816]

Why are you apologizing? This is one of my favorite videos of Ripple, the guy really has heart when he plays it. Brings back so many memories and I'm glad this guy Mark is playing it in Boulder, Co. Blessings to you. Windy Star

[@lkly2l]

I like his genuine style; great song, great delivery!

[@Harrygton]

I know that YOU would love this man and this song! "Like Ripple in still water, When there is no pebble tossed, Nor wind to blow" Ununderstandable but true

[@Orchideous]

Everytime i go to my mates house to get drunk, we always end up watching this video. Mark's version is the best out there IMO.

[@guyglowmore1]

glad i found this. we're doing this song at a party soon and wanted to get familiar. i remember mark from somewhere. we may have even jammed at a love in or dead concert or rainbow gathering. maybe in santa cruz or the sierras. he's so classic. i see the snow on the ground and hear the heartless videographer. great flick

[@jonswahn]

Folklore at its best! All the best Mark!!! Best Jon from sweden

[@mightybeeb]

I keep watching this and playing a long...dude you are America!!! Jerry would get on a plane to play with you!! great job!

[@thedeadbeats2257]

thank you mark... if i knew the way to boulder colorado i would go and listen to you play for hours and hours

[@stevensmith288]

pure raw talent brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!this man is a superb musician..

[@50peacegirl]

Watching you play and sing this song is better then going to any high paying concert. You have so much talent! Wish I was right there to hear you in person. Kris Kristofferson once said "Keep your Heart and your Spirit" That's what I wish for you. Peace & Love

[@folkrockm14]

thats just wonderful man hes phenomenial and i love him.the dead spread music around the world

[@SirFlowerchild98]

So much passion, so much beauty, so much soul!!

[@dwp39]

stopping in to hear some heart and soul, i love this

[@Gen-X-Rising]

My eyes are sweaty with Respect! Beautiful playing...my favorite Grateful Dead tune by far.

[@concretejungle80cruz]

man, that was really great!! Just so real and honest you can hear it.

[@dickbourgeois-doyle3751]

I love Mark Flynn... and the Dead ... and all that Ripple says ...

[@MattyKB]

Man, I really like this! It makes me feel goooooooooood!

[@TheLuxuriusHippy]

Really like the way he slightly changed the song--he didn't play it like the Dead played it--but made it his own. Kudos amigo.

[@gnarbucks]

I would love to jam with this dude!!! If I'm ever in Boulder I'm totally grabbing my guitar and heading to pearl street.

[@unclefeezus]

Yes! This something I can learn to play on guitar now.

[@wortels85]

If you should stand, then who's to guide you if I knew the way, I would take you home I think these are among the most beautiful and meaningful lines I have ever read :) . 'Ripple' is such a great and soothing song :-) .

[@mojopo]

Brilliant! My are so lucky to have recorded this. Congratulations!

[@TheExoticFruit]

This brings me tears of joy. This version is delightful. the musician is amazing. The meaning of this song is just amazing. Is this guy recorded at all. This has to be one of my favorite versions. The Cameraman is clearly a stuck up a hole who can't even begin to understand music. I could sit next to that guy all day and just listen to him play guitar anywhere. I love this guy.

[@iausento]

the best cover to learn how to play ripple

[@deadxshay]

i love this guy. i hope he is living well.

[@bean45cc]

I absolutely love this song!

[@jahmarley420]

Wow, Don't know how much I have watched this video and has made me see my life differently. Great Cover! Please make a cd. Thanks for taking the time to make this wonderful cover..

[@redneckoutlaw2134]

Very good my friend I hope you are living well from one guitar player to another.

[@louie99999]

Glad your back man! Our love will not fade away eh!

[@pdubhood]

I love this song. the little licks and nuances the guy throws in there are tasty!!!!

[@gwynthehunter]

Absolutely beautiful....

[@peakster02]

I'll tell you one thing, no matter if he's homeless, etc... no one can take that talent away from him. And he's just a simple, humble man. He played that song beautifully!

[@nessumsar95]

Have you seen the snow outside while that man is playing the guitar and singing a grateful dead's song ? Terrifc ! amazing ! Though he must be frozen stiff he is playing actually. His performance is as good as some would-be artists on stage !!!!! Thank you very much Mark for your courage and your strength !!!!!!!!!! You're giving us a good lesson.

[@pedrolopa2]

I'd love to learn how to play this song like him! so cool!

[@verifymyageful]

look up a tutorial to play the song. Transpose it with a kappo onto the third fret.

[@yonderboogey]

this is so great, carrying on jerrys spirit, amazing cover. keep rockin man.

[@sleepokay]

thanks deep. you're right. the guy definitely knew he had something. and i really liked that advice.

[@brians6542]

keep it goin, mark. you're absolutely phenomenal.

[@RattlerX5150]

First class guitar playing,, keep on rocking dude