John Rowles "If I Only Had Time"

[@karenhill3161]

My sister used to sing this to me back in the day, then we used to discuss what we would do when we were little old ladies. I am that little old lady on my own. My sister passed away nearly 40 years ago - if we'd only had time.

[@peterlittle123]

This song will always be your favourite memory of your beautiful Sister ! When we are happy we enjoy the music ! But when we are sad we understand the lyrics ! Take Care my Friend

[@annesimpson6988]

What a coincidence. I was JUST thinking of my sister who passed away nearly 40 years ago. She was 8 years older than me and her daughter recently had her second child and named her after my sister.

[@rtoward7275]

Just heard this song and love it. So true. 2024.

[@theseagulls7035]

My mum used to say “time flies by, you’ll be my age before you know it”. My young self would laugh inside. Now here I am at 70. Where did those years go?

[@geraldmontreuil1623]

Same as I.

[@deirdrephillips5548]

Time is going so fast, since the covid 19. Time is precious. Do all the things you want to do. God bless you all and stay safe ♥️♥️

[@krissy1]

I ask myself that regularly!

[@pegasusagus]

@@deirdrephillips5548 its true, i lost much times since covid-19 with mum till she passed away

[@deirdrephillips5548]

@@pegasusagus sorry for your loss. Xx

[@julielittle1230]

My dad passed away and was listening to this song, it will be played at his funeral, rest in peace dad.

[@gremlinuk1968]

Hi, Am so sorry for your lose,,! From northern Ireland UK, 🤝❤ from a almost 55 year old guy,! I know what it's like to lose some one, ! I have closet family from a few years, 3 , years ago,!

[@ross995]

So sorry Juliette - life is so cruel, he obviously loved you and you him, love is all that matters.

[@sandraharding2624]

So sorry for your loss RIP . What a lovely song to have at your dad's funeral. Condolences Juliette to you and your family

[@emmajulian8716]

I'm so sorry for your loss my dad had this song at his funeral I didn't get the meaning atthe time as I was very young but I do understand know x

[@Blackcat12853]

⚘️

[@donaldhowson9638]

Heard this song in 1968 n still play it am 72 now😢

[@DelLindenberg]

Great song, great singer. I'm 80 now and I've been listening to this song since is was released.

[@beverleyhorner7428]

I'm 71 still loving it ❤

[@dianalynn8781]

Donald...I'm 76. I've never heard of this person, but he is singing like an angel....God bless you

[@zoyaburne5848]

Love his singing

[@edrose3710]

My daughter lives in New Zealand and she introduced me to John Rowles somgs. Just wonderful.

[@zoyaburne5848]

beautiful song with a lot of meaning to me.

[@janarpai6480]

Ich liebe das Lied seit meiner Jugend. Jetzt bin ich 77 und das Lied berührt mich immer noch sehr. Danke John Rowles für das Lied. 🙏🏼❤

[@sillmare]

Here I am again listening to this song and feeling so alone. If only you had time to prepare.

[@shirleywilson6047]

I get goose bumps every time I listen to this song just beautiful

[@jallancam5503]

I am coming up 70 soon and a reminder of how much I have lived and how little time is left I am not afraid of dying as my trust and hope is in my Jesus but I tell my two children how much I love them and encourage them to say anything they need to because I dont want them to have any regrets when I am gone. I am thankful to have had plenty of quality time with my dad before he passed but wish I had spent more time talking to mum instead of watching TV. when I visited. Love you mum love you dad..

[@MalcolmNesbitt-e9d]

Beautiful word ! Thanks for highlighting my short comings, sometimes we don’t see the wood for the trees . Thanks again 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jallancam5503]

@@MalcolmNesbitt-e9d Thanks for the response but have I upset you? Highlighting your shortcomings??? Hope I havent done that especially when I have so many myself God bless you

[@MalcolmNesbitt-e9d]

@@jallancam5503 not upset at all , thanks for reminding me whats really important 👍🙏🙏

[@bullitt3818]

Most underrated singer of all time. This guy just amazes me

[@JEANETTE60]

brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, brilliant I think this song is brilliant

[@shalimarsgirl]

Hard to believe that anyone could possibly "dislike" this wonderful performance!

[@ingridmaier5864]

There are always stupid people.... 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@chrisroberts4037]

some people just don't have time

[@rayne6455]

They are jealous

[@johnchappell8120]

How true

[@jessehamilton9913]

Just not everyone's taste in music that's all, quite boring if you ask me..

[@davidboniface2879]

Never understood why this guy didn't become a major international superstar.

[@kimcullen1887]

David Boniface cause he went to Hawaii on performance contracts and stayed there

[@johnchappell8120]

So true

[@Will.Flavell]

Yeah I know how did Lorde become one but not John Rowles?

[@coopermorehead]

Different decades and totally different styles.

[@peterhorsfall9212]

A great song that was played at my boyfriend's funeral in 1999 be at peace ✌️

[@jeanbudgell7015]

I love this song so much, ❤ this man has an amazing voice 👍👏👏👏👏👏🙏🇨🇦

[@TheMarjisty]

My mother used to listen to his songs all the time. Looking back we disliked most of her music and thought it was old fashion, now I find myself looking up some of her old songs on youtube and listening to it and god forbid favouriting it. Must be getting old!

[@neilwilliamson667]

He should have been an international star .I remember him in the early 60's performing under the name of Ja Ar A very underrated vocalist.

[@Johnathonsmum]

Me too. Saw him at the city of Sydney RSL club in 1970. Wonderful singer and great man

[@carolyncouchman9006]

@@Johnathonsmum I saw him in 1970 at the Auckland town hall. Great voice. 💖

[@Diddledumdum1944]

Nobody can sing this song like John Rowles,he doesn't just open his mouth,he seems to live this song.

[@cameliap1146]

This is Michel Fugain's song ..." Je n'aurais pas le temps" translated in English.

[@waltercece8752]

As usual a singer who has always had class and feeling in all his songs

[@andrewmiller4885]

The greatest singer I have ever heard . I said it when I first heard his voice all those decades ago . He is still the best . This wonderfully talented man should have been a huge international mega star . His voice has richness, and power, and a spirit in it that connects you to it and to him. That's something Jones and Humperdinck, good as they are, just simply don't have . The only other singer on this planet that had that mysterious quality too was ELVIS . John Rowles and Elvis were two men who were gifted from above . Your lucky to see that kind of talent once in a lifetime , we got it twice . What different paths their lives took though. Perhaps John was the fortunate one because he is still with us today . No global mega stardom and no riches beyond measure , but he is still alive and well and happy with a good and faithful wife and family . Money is an enormous asset, but it wont buy you what's important in life . You can have the finest house , but it wont buy you a home . You can have the finest bed, but it wont buy you sleep , and you can eat the the finest of foods but it wont buy you an appetite and you can have the most beautiful girl by your side , but it wont buy you love . Yes , I think John was the lucky one . I still listen to this man's amazing voice today. What a talent he was and is . Thank you for this video .

[@mikevallen999]

Much wisdom in your comment 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️😊😊.

[@franchipperfield793]

I always remember my Mum and Dad dancing to this when I was younger. We lost Dad suddenly last year. This song now gives me comfort and reminds me of good times. Rest in peace Dad. Love and miss you loads xx ❤️

[@trishtoohey891]

Time is the essence for us all.Life is too short so remember take time to smile,take time to share,take time to care, and your lifevwill be richer for ever more.

[@theBESTelvis]

Great singer , Great song, Songs like this gem will be around forever.

[@georgiebickerstaff2791]

The entire world has lost a year 2020, make every minute count when you can, don't ever say "if i only had time" "make time to do the special things in life stay safe everyone x

[@helenobrien4596]

You are so right 🌻🌻🌻

[@sharonann3344]

Words so true time flys by

[@geoffreyfisher6571]

Never heard a truer saying George, yes you have to make time. Geoff.

[@steficaloparic1784]

This song is the most beautiful song i ever heard.

[@bredamoran7649]

Such a powerful song sung by a powerful singer, what a gift of music for the soul.

[@Gloryboy4]

I hadn't seen or heard of this song for maybe 20 years or so and I'd forgotton just how beautiful it is or how awesome Johns voice is too.Great stuff.

[@judithjackaman9058]

Im so old i still have yhe record lol

[@colinbuckoke9411]

Appreciate it more as you get older

[@KatinkaPofmuis]

And here I am. Fifteen years later, wondering where you are and where I'll be fifteen years from now.

[@Will.Flavell]

Was this guy famous in America?

[@itsjustme9354]

Time sure flies just look at the comment 15 years ago its scary 😨

[@allanarmstrong4333]

Time is very precious. My father used to say time goes quicker when you get older. I used to think oh yeah. Well he was so right .time goes like the wind, goes a hurrying bye. And the hours just fly.RIP my Dad love you forever.

[@ianmacdonald8903]

Why didn't John translate more Michel Fugain songs?

[@sharonann3344]

Allan Armstrong your father is right it goes by so fast when you are at school it seems forever but after that it just flys bye

[@47rintin1]

Make your life worth living, make changes, go to places, move to another town, see other people and you will experience some thing else than time flies by. I'm 67 and I have another opinion than most people appear to have on this subject. Change your attitude to live, even when you passed 70.

[@fmgizmo]

Your dad is right i am 74 now does not seam 2 minuets since i was 14

[@susanparsons4285]

Allan Armstrong Yes you don’t know what’s around the corner. My husband had a stroke he can’t walk. Now I have cancer.

[@carmenanderson1098]

John will be gone like the rest of us but his voice and this song will endure for eternity. I want it sung at my funeral because no matter what age we are, young or old, we never have time. Thanks to Jack Fishman for creating this song. His lyrics will stand the test of times.

[@janetralph1958]

Me too...🌝

[@ddempsey9642]

@@janetralph1958 🤔

[@JimBobSeeker]

A heartfelt and masculine performance, no one else but John Rowles could deliver with such delicately controlled power, bravo indeed John!

[@1953airman]

At 80 years of age it is nice to go back in time thanks to all that make this happen.

[@WHOHATESTOWORK]

Arohanui Hone❤

[@kevinhorgan2770]

john morrison Bless

[@lycangypsypriest3190]

Good for you sir.god bless you john.

[@paulwalangitan3918]

That's right..You have a Young heart..How are you?

[@sharonann3344]

I'm 62 years old and feel the same way they don't relies how life goes so quick as soon as you leave school years just shoot by

[@robin14ize]

Thank you. dear Lord for your blessings. Amen

[@sammyhill69]

He sang at my grandmother-in-law's rest home today in Auckland!! Respect Mr Rowles! what a lovely guy.

[@Will.Flavell]

I bet those old ladies at the retirement home would fancy him

[@mariahawkins2992]

Oh my countryman John Rowles If i only had time you sung this song this song with such emotion and passion love always ❤❤❤

[@theretiringbarber]

One of the greatest songs ever by a fantastic singer .

[@janetralph1958]

THEEEEE GREATEST singer of all time

[@Twinkydrip]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@judemcmaster574]

A Classic, thank you 🎶🎶❤️

[@doeharris5363]

Fantastic one of the best songs ever recorded. John had a beautiful voice and his music lives on. X. 😊😊😊😊🐱🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@vincebaseley13]

This great song came out in UK in April 1968. I remember it so well as I got pissed drunk at the Stella Maris seamens club in London with mates on the City of Glasgow a UK cargo ship. This was in the juke box and it played and played as we got more and more pissed. Bravo John & thanks for the memory.

[@1stTessa]

This record was played at my sons funeral, age 28 years of age far too young, sadly and with heartfelt regrets I never had chance to tell him just how much I loved him.

[@ronaldgrey5269]

yes lots of us have that feeling I hope over time you can get over that feeling

[@TiborRoussou]

Just because your son is not here with you doesn't mean he isn't with you. I remember my wife's last words to me; ignorant me had no idea that they would be the last words of hers I'd ever hear. When you think of your son, he knows. I too know the horrible haunting feelings of words left unsaid.

[@Diddledumdum1944]

+Tibor Roussou I did exactly the same thing,my husband died 3months ago,he said some things and I said Shhh it's going to be alright,then he died I would have staked my life on it that he would have come through it all.

[@TiborRoussou]

Diddledumdum1944 I'm truly sorry for your loss. It's better to have loved and lost, opposed to not loving at all. My Wendy has been gone more than ten years. I still think of her each and every day. She is no longer suffering and I find peace knowing that ;)

[@sallydevlin7556]

Tessa T I went t my son's funeral in June this year - 2016 - I cry for you and your son and my sone and me. If we only had time - I also didn't have the chance to tell him how much I love him. Xxxxxxx

[@alisonwatson8374]

If I’d only had time to tell my dad and mum how much I did love them

[@majapeppel7539]

Exactly that 💕

[@lynette53]

I'm sure they know how much you loved them 💕

[@joshstanton267]

Agreed.

[@kennyjones9376]

Very poignant words..

[@gremlinuk1968]

Bless you,,! From northern Ireland UK

[@johnjackson1106]

Still a good song with a good singer in 2020.

[@WimDuba]

Dit nummer was een hit in 1968. Ik was toen 16 jaren jong en om de één of andere reden hebben de melodie en tekst me toen geboeid. En nu zo'n 43 jaar later boeit het nog steeds en misschien nog wel meer dan in die tijd. I feel, I'am running out of time right now.

[@August-mc3lh]

Tessa T, god bless your heart, over your sadness and give you strength. I am sorry for your loss as we all know we all have our number but I cant help but feel aroha for you as a child should never pass before the parent. This is a classic song from John Rowles so what a sad song to play but a beautiful tune.

[@quinnelherder]

How many of us can apply this to our lives.....

[@reynholdandreyanto5887]

So good

[@michelinetiburzio8655]

He still has this beautiful voice , assisted to his concert in Auckland 2015, with TCB Band Elvis Presley former musiciens . Amazing concert, Bravo John Rowles !

[@jorypuguon3971]

I want to listen to this song forever if I only had time

[@kevinhorgan2770]

Jory Puguon lol

[@waynewayne4007]

Don't let time pass us by, appreciate it whilst we can and for all those whose time ran out, God bless their souls

[@johnashen2406]

Life is really to short,,,, live it to the full everyone

[@jnavonoD]

True that. But it is also the longest thing we'll ever do. Best wishes ❤

[@inekegootjes368]

yes a no a ben 63 jeras old smile bie happy

[@sillmare]

I still turn to this song after all these years. I miss him so much and if I only had time I would have said much more to him.

[@Jonathandreamer]

Great song and John Rowles sings it from the heart. One of my all time favourites. John looks good too.

[@WilfriedKaufmann-vm4ww]

EINFACH WUNDERSCHÖN

[@gillianbaird3458]

Love ❤️ this song and John sings if beautiful ❤❤❤

[@johnchappell3042]

What a voice love this song time is running out for me now we never have enough time to do all that we want to do hope you understand what I mean

[@sandraharding2624]

I hadn't heard this song for ages. John's voice is stunning. I sent it to my partner he loves it

[@sandraoyns-wilson6098]

One family, so much talent, so sad people will never see them perform live.

[@travisraul3646]

Beautiful just beautiful

[@50elderly]

One of the favorites from my childhood. I love John, and I love this song.

[@nickyAbi473]

They dont make this quality any more ❤

[@RobertShaw-l9m]

Yes time flies by so quick so make the most of each day and tell people you love that you love them .

[@feijoaify]

My brother chose this to be played as the last song at his funeral, which was on Tuesday, 8 March 2011. Another kauri has fallen in the forest. RIP RH Morgan. Gone too soon xxxx

[@dinahmorris8759]

And every one who has passed is still with US-watching and praying that you will realise that you will be together in Heaven...we don't know this- no one knows what really happens- but I choose Faith!

[@ginocandia1516]

😊😊 I'm very pleased to know I'm not the only one that loves the song but when last did you play it.

[@lennaneli]

This song always takes me back to 1968.. listening to it ..while studying for my " A" levels...know that I was not prepared for the exams..as I had some turbulent teenage years.. . Love, love this song...takes us back in time....

[@lloydragoo480]

No matter our hidden agendas, EVERYONE OF US has THAT WISH in our hearts.

[@billstar56]

very true

[@SILVIAGROEGOR]

I always make time to listen to great songs ❤❤❤

[@rollingdominoesman]

My daddy loved this - he passed in 1982 and still i never tire of listening to this beautiful song ! Respect for posting - live long and prosper ! ! !

[@lynnfahey6450]

They certainly do. I would love the years back with my lovely mum and my dad 😢. Miss them so much. Life is never the same again 💔 😪 😔 😢😢😢

[@sherilyn1977]

"If I Only Had Time". It's the story of our lives but it doesn't have to be. You have to make time. Beg, borrow or steal time but don't let it slip by and forget those who mean a lot to you because one day it will be to late.

[@ianlivingston5802]

Whenever I listen to this song I think about all Family members long gone. And wish I had time back to let them know how i felt. Instead of having my head up my own backside. Miss them.

[@jeffstevens4262]

I'd forgotten all about this song over the last forty or so years but I heard it again today by chance and it brought everything back to me. What a beautiful tune sung so wonderfully. I don't know if John is still around but if he is, I just want to thank him and say God bless.

[@theresachiorazzi4571]

Time is getting short when will this virus finally give us our life back God help us all Keep praying

[@andybetz.9978]

Hi Theresa

[@jimincairns]

One of the nicest guys I've ever known....,an absolute gentleman with a wonderful voice.

[@malcvann6811]

still the best version and i still listen to it now....sings it with soul and emotion

[@rockger2006]

very underrated singer,great voice.

[@Averil_Dodd]

I grew up listening to John..he has a very calming voice..💖✨🎇❄️🕺from New Zealand.x🎀

[@philipbowden1619]

Will be the first song played at my mothers funeral (97) and going strong.

[@BahrizalShadow]

One of the most achievements in music in our human life. We all can relate the song to our life experience for good or for bad.

[@711honved]

A wonderful memory from my childhood. Still remember the lyrics some 40 years later.

[@FATBAZ01]

Great song, great singer. Songs of my youth are all wrapped up in sounds like this.... Luvvit...

[@aussiefliss]

My mum would listen to all this music and I hated it... now, I love listening to it. Had the chance to meet John Rowles in Australia coming out of a store... managed to get his autograph for my mum... told him how we were sick of hearing LP's being played at top volume on a Sunday morning... what a wonderful man he is... with a gorgeous voice...

[@bryanglover7257]

Loved this song when I first heard it thought it was really good then and I'd be about 14 y old. It's so true about time and how quickly it goes by. Enjoy your time while you're here. I'm almost 65 now and I still love this song and it is still as powerful as it was then .

[@1310cazza]

one of my fave LP's in the old days. Still love the song!!!

[@RussellWatson777]

Fabulous song by a fabulous singer .. however 40+ years on, still great as it ever was ~:-)

[@davidlowe7484]

This is a beautiful song - another my mother loved; she had great taste. Fantastic vocals!

[@j4uk]

Beautiful song. Where are these songs nowadays??

[@dunbogan1]

never get sick of his singing. been to so many of his shows and havent seen anyone better. He is a complete performer. i think he was a big act in las vegas for some years.

[@jennifermclachlan9248]

Now he is Sir John Rowles . I've met him twice and he gave me a rose each time. Love this guy. Proud to be a New Zealander. Grew up listening to his songs.

[@wfjw]

we are . Proud of him in the U. K to

[@TiborRoussou]

I have enjoyed this song for many years now. I reflect, once again, to the person who shared this with me. Pete has been a life long friend. He is now into his seventies. Yet another reminder of how short life is, and the people in it!

[@katiewarriner1458]

A lovely voice takes me back to better times

[@marcusjones4588]

I am from Jamaica,I l love this from I was child.

[@kez51able]

Simply Beautiful~~~

[@fab4fan173]

Congratulations on being Knighted Sir John Rowles!! Well earned!!

[@Easternborders]

Fantastic singer John Rowles did not get the recognition he deserved and the breaks, a truly great artist. God Bless John

[@bosshogg1915]

If he stayed in England he would have. Was his choice to move to Hawaii. It tells all, in his Autobiography.

[@katiemurphy2059]

My friend Cliff Wiliams, age 90, has been an entertainer most of his life. When in Australia he learned and loved this song. This video will make him so happy!

[@andybetz.9978]

Hi Katie

[@maureenstaniforth4493]

Hope you are all loving this one again

[@Brian1961ful]

My brother used to play this record a lot as I grew up. I had the privelege hearing John live in New Plymouth in 1986 and to meet him after the show was a highlight too.

[@geoffgreen1060]

Today I listen to this beautiful song john hasn't lost his tough what a great performance Geoff South Australia

[@ruthmcghie5620]

With a voice like that he could sing to me anytime. .absolutely beautiful 😀

[@theladiesalight]

Love JR. Had the pleasure giving him a lift back to the Cross after his performance at Newtown leagues club. long before his fame. My wife wanted to meet him so I went to his dressing room and asked. He was totally charming, and I look back at that moment with great fondness