Neil Diamond - Morningside

[@ellevietoday]

My former husband died last month. He would have been 75 next Tuesday, September 20. Together we raised 4 boys - and he died alone and I alone attended his military burial on Friday at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery. I have been a big fan of Neil Diamond and Morningside kept coming to my mind. When I finally played it - it broke my heart and cannot stop crying. Thank you, Neil, and James, that song was written for you. RIP

[@Hy-Brasil]

@@deanfraser419 Any day you are alive has potential to be the greatest day ever. This is indeed a sad song but i don't consider it a hopeless one. More of a cautionary tale to not let it happen again. to spend time with your family, to teach your children how to CREATE (yeah they will resist you, especially if you burst into their rooms while they're playing their dumb video games with something new and unusual) but the trick is to raise them in such a way that you're always together, always doing something together.... we have a small window of opportunity when our children are young. they start out programmed to ONLY want us, mom and dad, brother and sister. they cling to us because it's natural. society at some point will insist on prying them away from you, saying it's NOT normal for kids to want to spend so much time with their parents. to hell with society. Family is the most important thing in our lives. our jobs and careers? No. FAMILY is the reason we need jobs and careers. Not so we can support a bunch of freeloading politicians and moochers living off our taxes. If families were strong to begin with, we wouldn't have any moochers. Their families would be supporting them through the hard times. There are so many people left adrift, rudderless and alone, all because they were never given the gift of time. Time that was spent with their loved ones. By the time they are five years old they're packed off to school where they are raised by total strangers, in rooms filled with children their own age, all wishing they could be with their families. Then we wonder why kids today are so apathetic, mean and ignorant of basic human emotions. You may have had the best childhood, mine wasn't perfect but i enjoyed a lot of it. The parts i didn't enjoy all had to do with family pushing me away because they were busy. i remember how that made me feel. And I promised I wouldn't do that to my own children. Much to my surprise my little experiment worked. my kids had a fantastic childhood. they learned things (things I learned from my grandparents - who were also pushed away because THEIR kids were busy) we had adventures, made friends, have stories to tell. they're not afraid to talk to people or go to new places or give their time to kids who are younger than they are.. And they are teaching THOSE kids what they learned. It turns out it's pretty darned easy to break a cycle that is not working and replace it with a better one that is tried and true. Family.... it starts with two people willing to make a commitment. You are not raising children. You are raising adults. Childhood is brief, you should want them to grow up and be happy, balanced and responsible (children are rarely happy, balanced and responsible lol) And the bonus here is you get to experience childhood all over again through YOUR kids and eventually through your grandkids! Get down on the floor and PLAY with them. Go outside and explore with them. My dad rarely did any of that with me but I remember when he did. I remember wishing it was more often. So that's what I gave my kids. It's not too late.

[@rodneystevens7347]

One of my favorite songs, I feel bad about what is happening in the world today. Trying to make our family better!

[@LouiseMaeAllardBrouder-po1gs]

❤️😢🇺🇸 MY FAMILY IS DISAPPEARING ALL AROUND ME. . . LUCKY ME I WILL PROBABLY THE LAST 🇺🇸❤️

[@rosarioreside3327]

I am sorry for your loss!Hang in there . Always Pray to our Heavenly Father he will refresh you 🙏❤️

[@randyharmon717]

A great artist but everyone is right the man could sing and get you into his soul. A true story teller and yes I’ve been a fan since high school. No other artist and taken us on a special journey has Neil Diamond. Thank you I’m just glad he wrote so many songs.

[@gabriellamihaliknebanoczi6853]

❤🤍💚💖

[@felicitygeorgegeorge6685]

Neil Diamond☝️🎵🎶🎵 "Morningside".. 's my fav.. very beautiful.. touchy.. with UR rich & soulful voice.. may God bless U in everyway & grant success in UR Mission.!👍👌🤝🤲👏🏆🏅🥰🤗💘💝💖💓💞🌹🌷⚘💐🌺🍫🎁🧸✈🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@angelaarnold3740]

This SONG REMINDS ME OF MY HUSBAND .HE WAS A CARPENTER FOR A LIVING AND EVEN THOUGH HE IS NOT HERE NOW THERE ARE MANY ITEMS That KEEP HIS MEMORY AĹIVE, LOVE ANGELA ❤

[@pamela1952]

Absolutely brilliant..can't help but bring a lump to your throat..he sings it with raw emotion

[@cindybee7461]

30 years ago Aug 22 1985 my dad died of cancer. He was a carpenter. This song is for you dad...I love and miss you so much.

[@victoriachinavare5535]

Absolutely genius that's how I feel about Neil 💎 .🤺🙏♥️🌹

[@wrw333]

OMG. Beautiful. This song has haunted me for 47 years. It brings massive tears to my eyes as I listen to it tonight. Hot August Night transformed me.

[@HandbagDiva]

Yes this album brings so many memories for me as well.

[@thewsca]

Another incredible song from Neil Diamond.He's unequalled in his field of songwriting,particularly during the 60s,70s and early 80s.

[@ryanparker4378]

This song is definitely a master piece 🥧 👏 ✨ 🔥 💯 🎵 👌 🙌

[@marcialucas8567]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@geri0756]

Wunderschön lyrisch.

[@sergesenat5933]

Song of the century.

[@barrydewhurst9923]

I have lived my entire adult life for my children. Now they are adults with children. I now have 18 grandkids, I live for them now. I love them all dearly, and the legacy I leave behind will be eternally cherished. I have been blessed.

[@flowerchildsmile]

Neil Diamond and his music has been like the story of my life. And I know there are many other fans who feel exactly the same! THANK YOU NEIL!

[@LINCE410]

I discovered Neil Diamond when I was a child (´bout when I was 4/5 years old ) ; actually I´m 30 , and I love his music day after day . He´s the best

[@terminatordill6797]

You live the shortest you die the longest make the best of it I love you all God bless you all.

[@IVIexicanPandaa]

Probably my favourite song off the Moods album. Huge fan of Neil Diamond since his concert,probably nearly 50 years ago. at Western Springs, Auckland, NZ. Must be one of the best entertainers of all time.

[@docanaheim55]

Neil brings the realization that we all have open books in our Life. This song brings to the forefront the meaning of Love and personal Conviction. The gift and Loving Memory revolved around a Table that an Elderly man had built for Family. It was his legacy yet it was in his loneliness he died, and his only gift to remind them was a Table he built to commend his love for his Children.

[@aubacom]

Toda su discografía, y ...esta canción especialmente son cuasi eternas..Dificil encontrar hoy dia canciones asi.......

[@MarieClaireBeckx]

Just wonderful! This song brings me to tears 🥲

[@Hy-Brasil]

Indeed a very sad song but I see it as a warning. I actually spent time with my grandparents when I was growing up and craved learning something from them. They thought their skills and knowledge were archaic for modern times but i knew they were wrong. I had a feeling that by the time i was an adult I would have use for their knowledge. and i was right. My grandad taught me how to grow a garden, how to train my dog, how to shoot a gun, how to fish, how to drive, how to TALK to people. My grandmother taught me even more about gardening, how to have confidence in myself, how to sew, how to cook, how to love others. I never would have learned any of that from my parents. they were too busy. They didn't even learn any of those things from their own parents. And that brings everything around to how valuable your family is, and the time you spend with them. Your job is not important. It only exists to provide funds to pay bills and buy food....and pay your taxes. Taxes that go to people who don't have families or jobs. But if they did..... they wouldn't need those taxes. Other people are benefitting from the fruits of your labor, everyone except your family. society insists on stealing your children, their childhood, at the age of five. in order to train them to be yet another cog in a machine that only benefits corporations and politicians, NOT families. Why even bother having children at all if you wont or can't raise them yourself? Yes this song is a warning. This old man had a skill that died with him. Now that skill is taken for granted as machines build everything. Machines in oppressive foreign countries where it is impossible to have a family because greedy selfish government demands more until they consume the life of that person. It is a vicious ugly and evil cycle we're all forced to live in. But it's worth it to escape. Turn off your phone or laptop. Go spend time with your kids or grandkids. Go outside, build a fort. play games, relive your childhood. You can still play music though.... i believe music holds the key to time travel. a simple song can send you flying back in time at lightspeed, recalling memories and emotions with a snap of your fingers. Don't let your grandparents skills die with them.

[@chrisje36]

Thanks dad for all you did for me ! Miss you so much, and whish you were here !!!

[@Chrisj95]

Absolutely one of Neil Diamond's best! The older I get the more I cry when I hear it. My son will inherit a beautiful oak table that seats 10 and; lucky for me, he'll cherish it long after I'm gone.

[@Soi218]

Morningside is one of the most beautiful one ❤

[@gabriellamihaliknebanoczi6853]

❤🤍💚Valóban!

[@francesgibney1249]

Makes me cry every time It was played at Mums funeral

[@donaldveatch8554]

Started listening to Neil while in high school. My mom's favorite artist. She took my sister and to a concert of his in Maryland. As I got older, I really appreciated his music more and more. Ended up taking her to.many sold out concerts around the Maryland D.C area. No one can match his talent, song writing, or vocals. Thank you Neil for bringing such great times with my mom and I. Wish you well.

[@stevendawson3125]

Its a dream but means so much to so many 😊

[@jamesrainey2174]

What a beautiful song this is Neil Diamond at his best!!

[@iqbal-y5t]

There can never be another like him

[@voxbassman1]

I don't think a song has ever been written with such depth and meaning. Thanks Neil & RIP Dad.

[@juniocesardebrito8653]

Saudades do meu Pai

[@shutterbugk8]

Neil has this way with communicating with people, that I can only admire, and wish I had the capability. I don't know what I am afraid of, but alas HE is not afraid. I admire him for that. This video is beautiful, and should have won awards. This song is AMAZING!!! He is my hero. I want to be like him.

[@hugomerkt3150]

un torrente de musica exquisita que nos brinda neil un genio de la musica temas que agradan a todos

[@johnparrotti8477]

My father......Bless you all

[@longshanks33]

What a wonderful song. The music and Neil's voice along with the incredible lyrics, just amazing and leaving me in tears every time I hear it.

[@dougnewsam6905]

How can one not like this song, love this song?

[@myriamrivas4871]

Que gratos recuerdos son las hermosas canciones del gran NEIL DIAMOND.

[@ryanparker4378]

This song never gets old 🎵 👌 🙌

[@daveradstock7507]

I love this song, it tells a story, a real story, it makes you think of those who are no longer here, and makes you reflect in how you could have made their lives better, we only truly reflect on things when it's too late, Neil Diamond is a gift to music.

[@DarrenGroves]

I love this song, I used to ask my parents as a young kid to put on the table song, meaning this, a lovely lovely song.

[@ives100]

Since I am 10 years old I am a fan. This was one of my favorites

[@DavisPalane-r6y]

His music will always inspire us and the future generations

[@ib422000]

Neil Diamond is a man filled with beauty, supreme talent, that absolutely unforgettable voice and masterful songwriting unique to him only. We are fortunate to be of his generation.

[@AstridUTube]

My dear husband used to listen to Neil... He played this song a lot as the time went when he was fighting the cancer... my dear husband - I love him forever... He always had his two daughters in mind I know ...

[@Judithleaver]

Thank you for sharing you suffering. Neil always gives us a sense that he is both singing any caring for the suffering! God bless and prayers 😢🙏

[@snapps37]

I love this song! You can't go wrong with Neil Diamond!

[@I_dont_smael]

IL EST BON, BEAU ET MAGNIFIQUE

[@ives100]

Thank you, that was back in 1973. I think he is indeed one of the greatest American singer/songwriters. When you hear songs as Brookyn roads, And the grass won't pay no mind, Lady Magdalene. They are all so beautiful. Now recently with Oh Mary, Hell Yeah, it gives me the shivers, Pretty amazing grace and Don't go there. And now I forget a lot of other songs. He makes such a lot of fine music that he will never be Forgotten. All the best to you all too.

[@cynthiajordan1820]

My father actually did die alone. He had a heart attack as he was driving home. He was almost 53 much too young to die. I'm so glad he didn't suffer but it always bothered me that he was alone and we didn't get the chance to be with him at his time of death. Fortunately, he did manage to pull the car over to the side of the road so no one would get hurt. There were two young men driving behind him and saw him pull over. They pulled over also but when they got to his car he was slumped over the wheel. He was the best father anyone could ask for. I still miss him, even though I'm almost 73.

[@ivannoevigna2501]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤

[@anesiapdoprado886]

Very good song I remember my teenage age. God bless . Mr. Neil Diamond

[@lolly9059]

Play it again, Neil....

[@kar120cus]

This song rips my heart out and stomps on it. It so reminds me of my daddy who I lost at a young age. He was a carpenter and wood carver and did beautiful work. At least I appreciate the gift he had and treasure his work.

[@randylangfald3676]

kar120cus m

[@jayborn2610]

thank you for sharing a beautiful, poignant story and memory.

[@daubipiccoli]

Indeed! This song is amazingly beautiful 😍

[@RichardBowman-uf8ym]

This was his best what beautiful words

[@1musicoz]

Every time i hear this beautiful song i think of my Mothers brother who came back from Sandakan a different man whol lived with us he was a beautiful carpenter taught by the army he turned to alchohol and was angry not to us but got involved in many a drunken fight but his love was in his hands out the back in our sleepout he made the most beautiful furniture died aged 52 ye Patrick thanks neil for a beautiful song

[@indah007]

There are so many meanings and interpretations you could take from this song. On the surface it reminds me of my father who was a carpenter - but it hints at lost or unrealised gifts and talents, lack of appreciation of people until they are gone, missed opportunities . It is just so deep. Just a superb song and one that I have enjoyed for over 30 years

[@Fantastic_Coder]

To my Giddy, I love you . From the Holly man. +. Rip

A towering testament to human determination, the stalwart push for respect in the toil of effort by one's own hand. No light ever dims among the army of the lost, the throng of reward is the song of harmony with the world left behind. Every father gone, leaves behind desire to converse once more. Bless the carpenters of history, the oldest skill on earth. We built the only Universe worth knowing.

[@chrisfranke3835]

To you who wrote these words I tip my hat. This is one of the most profound paragraphs I've ever had the pleasure of reading.

[@gertraudmueller4403]

N.D. is my companion for so many years.....since I was 14 years....and also today...I am now 57 years!!! What would I be without his music....

[@dwightdodd3734]

Best there is.....I just turned 70 and this hits me harder now than ever........

[@gertraudmueller4403]

@@dwightdodd3734 it is the same with me....now I am nearly 64 years old. N.D. songs belong to my life. He must be 80 years old and he is suffering from Parkinson's disease. I have seen him in concert 10 years before here in Germany. It was always my wish to see him in concert and I am happy and thankful that I could make it.

[@devorah935]

beautiful

[@MsRita1972]

This song never fails to bring a tear to my eye! Neil Diamond has an awesome voice and a powerful gift for telling stories!

[@mariahampson7511]

These lyrics are so moving! & Neil's voice is incredable - I love him!

[@beimilyvan]

I'm so impressed with his health, that I can't stand the weight of his words, and his voice. Now everything sad brakes me in little pieces. This composition is a masterpiece Neil, God be with you forever!

[@ryanparker4378]

This song is an instant classic 🔥 👏 ✨ 🎵 👌 🙌

[@carollucas413]

So SAD but so BEAUTIFUL and all too many times TRUE.

[@dfoolonthehill]

an unbelievable songwriter singer. i told my children, MORNINGSIDE must be played at my funeral wake

[@ryanparker4378]

This song is from the best music Era the 80s 🎶 😌 🎵 👌 🙌

[@frankruping3773]

Neil Diamond ist und bleibt einer der grössten Entertainer den die Welt jäh gesehen und erlebt hat,haben ihn 5 mal live gesehen und es war jedes mal grandios! Sind sehr traurig das er seine Live Tourneen nicht mehr macht wegen seiner schlimmen Krankheit.😢😢😢

[@estherturner2232]

This in my opinion is the very best of Neil’s music. I was played this by a friend. I’ve listened to Neil for many long years and only heard this a few years ago. Reminds me of dad, who was a very hand man with anything.

[@JeffreyScottDionne]

Beautiful Song Neil!

[@jennismith4041]

I have always been a Neil diamond fan it's cruel he no longer sings🤗💜

[@adriansmith8572]

Brilliant. The best ever.

[@harkinfan]

I had the good fortune of seeing Neil perform in the 80's at Toronto's Maple Leaf Gardens. When he sang this song, thousands of people lit lighters. It was very impressive as the whole concert. Neil performed non-stop for 2 hours and 40 minutes and encouraged a lot of audience participation. My husband said we will never see another concert as great and he was right.

[@daverobbo4547]

neil done some great songs but this is my favourite

[@jackiemcmeekin6551]

Thank you Mr. Saint for posting the lyrics to this sad and introspective song composed by Neil. Neil has written and sung such passionate songs. 🥰👍

[@sunshine9016]

Neil Diamond.... My All Time Favourite!!!

[@jennycalypso]

Beautiful song...Thank you Neil...

[@jasperw8604]

My father in law passed away 2 days ago and this song will be played at his funeral. Such a beautiful song. He was a wood worker and a truly wonderful man, I had so much respect for him. R.I.P Billy you'll be sorely missed 😥

[@kathleenhannigan2487]

We had this at my father's funeral in 2012....he was also a wood worker... and it brought so many to tears .......

[@rockabillyboogieblue]

i think about my dad when i hear this song with tears in my eyes

[@carpenterabc]

I am a carpenter...that works with wood, i am also a father...that teaches my children, it is sad when my kids don't value the gifts i leave with them, for if they did they would understand the beautiful things that God could make out of them...

[@WALRU11]

My father built a wonderful wooden table for me and my family. Unlike the figure in Diamond's song, he did not die alone. We were there with love and respect for all that he was and did for his children and for so many others. This song well captures his love of craft and family and whenever I hear it, my thoughts return to his quiet self-effacing ways, courage, and devotion to family, country, and God's good ways. He was an extraordinary man who is dearly missed.

[@petrafloter4954]

Wonderful Neil Diamond. Love him.

[@940bigjack]

This is some of the most beautiful music ever done. Thanks for posting it. It brings back fond memories of my own father, now long gone.

[@eddied111]

I remember listening to this when my Grandfather died, a sweet man. The song helped me put it in perspective. LOL...

[@lilylinka3128]

I always loved this song a dedication to my mother and all those loved ones who passed away

[@Geraldineadler]

More of him always ❤❤

[@PoshChristine]

Forget 'In The Living Years by Mike and the Mechanics' (although it is indeed a fabulous song), this beautiful song; ‘Morningside’ by Neil Diamond will definitely 'touch' anyone who needs to be re-connecting with their old folks whilst there is still time. For those of us who are still lucky enough to have elderly parents or relatives, this song does a brilliant job of reminding us not to forget how precious they are and not to waste the opportunity that exists right now to show them our hearts.

[@VolkersJohan]

Thumbs down for a song like this? Shame on you! Thanks Neil for everything you've given us.

[@michaelwalker2676]

Still fantastic after all the years.

[@rosariogarciasuarez1143]

Me gusta este tema que habla de los viejitos en el abandonó. Me gusta el mensaje de salir a la calle a jugar mínimo ajedrez con ellos. Bien por Neil. Que lindo!!! En México tan bien ya pasa esto.

[@jaimepenajaimepena2013]

Notable , Neil, nada más q decir

[@johnrobieagain]

I used to listen to his songs when I was a little boy. I remember he dropped some thoughts on one of his covers of LP (long play records at speed 33 ;-) stating that he wished if not all but some of his songs may be remembered and looked upon as masterpieces (comparable to Beethoven or Mozart). That would make him proud... As far as I am concerned, I whistle his tunes every now and then as they are simply unforgettable. Parts of my youth. Morningside is one of my all time favourites. Thx

[@dwightdodd3734]

As far as I am concerned,Neil made it.............this is most certainly a Masterpiece !!!!!!!!!!! as are MANY of his others

[@judineujahr5222]

I've never heard this song before...this is beautiful!

[@debralerner6524]

It's from the moods record 1972 second side🙂

[@TheBlackhawkjxx7]

Sooner or later we all come to the place where the old man was. I acknowledge and embrace the sentiment shared through this song and by some of you who bothered to share a little of yourselves with those of us who harbor love and humanhood (yeah, I just made that up).

[@violettafleisch4623]

I hope we get beautiful singers as Neil Diamond, I hope he live longer then I, iI loved his Songs ever, even when I was a young girl, hard that I never was aloud to go to a concert, but they can all steel you but not the Music I love

[@isabeltejero7425]

Maravilloso tema el mejor de todos los tiempos.Neil gracias por tus composiciones ungenio Muchos besos desde España.

[@talcahuanochile]

QUE GRAN VOZ LE SALE DEL CORAZON Y NOS LLEGA AL CORAZON,

[@talcahuanochile]

una voz extraordinaria,da la impresion que le sale del corazon,que gran musico es NEIL DIAMOND.

[@robertworrell479]

Coming down under in October, can't wait. My favourite singer. Just love this song.

[@LINCE410]

THE BEST

[@maxwellmukherjee8643]

An old time favourite, just refreshed memories of school days when an old Father would sing to us the same song ..... very touching must say....thank you U Tube

[@gwaigillion]

one of my favorite songs from ND. caresses my soul.

[@tacoyo]

It is a dream about a man who dies alone...and now it is not a dream anymore!

[@johndeherrera5877]

I had a wonderful dad; wise, kind, and caring - I miss him so much. jdh

[@brentdrafts2290]

John De Herrera I learned of this song in the early seventies as a kid, from The Hot August Night Album. When I think of my dad, despite our unresolved issues, I think of this song and him.

[@lolly9059]

Oh man, I agree. My old man was simply the best...

[@madeupname3008]

John De Herrera I'm very sorry for your loss