Puddles Pity Party - Everybody Hurts (R.E.M. Cover) *Caution: Emotional Content*

[@chuckdipper830]

This man has the uncanny ability to absolutely own whatever song he sings

[@GeriMars]

None of us have shoulders built for carrying the world. But yours were definitely built for lifting spirits. Hugs. ❤️

[@ea4935]

🤔 For give Capslock 🎓 📜 soul is fine.

[@SylvanApe]

Well said.

[@filizcakar5385]

💜

[@ceovideos8905]

I do. And its getting really heavy.

[@GeriMars]

@@ceovideos8905 It's the carbs.

[@JoelBryant1960]

Those eyes. Those eyes say it all. He is not faking the emotions behind the words.

[@davidpaxton1793]

Puddles - I am about at the end - I have PTSD from my time in the army, and I don't know if I can be bothered with life anymore. No therapist has been able to help me, however for some weird reason your sad songs give me hope - is that just being crazy?

[@PuddlesPityParty]

I hear ya, my brother. That ain’t crazy at all!!!! I love ya.

[@alisaurus4224]

💙💚💜

[@adambrown3792]

Not crazy at all. I am from Canada, but thank you for service, Sir.

[@thebeez6469]

Hold on like Puddles says.

[@peteryeung111]

David Paxton Thank you for your service. There's a time and place for everyone and Puddles just happened to be here, not crazy at all. Stay strong brother!

[@alanjavari4067]

This man is single-handedly redeeming the image of clowns to millions of people around the world...

[@badascan8910]

Hundreds of thousands. Dude needs more subs

[@roxanneweichinger9318]

👍That is so true!

[@arekpetrosian4965]

Very true. Now when I see clowns, I just think of Puddles, and I'm not creeped out any more. LOL

[@payvibaby]

THANK YOU!!!

[@Irish875]

@@arekpetrosian4965 Nope. Clowns still creep me out. But not Puddles.

[@davidpaxton1793]

Hi Everyone - I again thank you all so much, I have a job again now, and have kept my marriage intact, thanks to you guys, people I have never even met! The shit in my head is there still obviously, but at least its under control (ish) now. Luv you all for your support, any other British squaddies suffering from the same lack of support, find your song and post how you feel, this is the best community support you will ever get. x

[@PuddlesPityParty]

Keep on keepin on, David! 💜💜💜💜

[@xx3920]

Have a look for Trevor Coult on youtube 👍 I'm glad you're in a better place now. Good luck for the future!

[@amberc3728]

❤

[@bmoneyktm]

I'm right there with you bud.. I have severe epilepsy and have lost everything in my life. I've had 2 brain surgeries and am at the lowest point in life.. it's so hard to just get up everyday.. let alone taking on the world everyday, especially when you are alone.. I just hope one day I will have someone there for me.. I'm trying to hold on one day at a time.. glad your doing better David...

[@eagleeye6488]

Love is safe. Keep your family safe. Remember...who your family is..love is trust. Have compassion to find it. Then darkness will uit kicking on your door. It's not a gift. Discovery will reward. Miind your hearts. Make a choice. XxoOoxX ( be selfish but not but but but.. ok here. I'll hold it. Go play.. XxoOoxX

[@johnathandavis3693]

Man- where did this guy come from? His eyes are so deep- There is a lot going on in that head. God Bless you Puddles...

[@erik6789]

THIS. The eyes are so helpful. How can you feel alone when looking into those eyes?

[@wendyeisenberg925]

He was on American Idol--awhile ago--

[@doberski6855]

'Everybody Hurts!' Maybe they hurt a little less after listening to this sir. Thank you, please take care of yourself as well.

[@NAVYWhistleblowerAssassin]

The truly brilliant aspect of Puddles is he delivers the songs message. No glam rock where the audience is worshipping the artist as a celebrity, focusing on the artist(s) instead of what's going on inside themselves or the message in the lyrics. They are escaping reality. That's actually the point if most art & entertainment. However, Puddles is doing just the opposite. Puddles is delivering the songs message & our realities to us. Making us feel it. Yet, doing so in a way that we accept it & find it entertaining. That's pure artistic genius. Bravo.

[@sharonstolp212]

Ah Puddles my man. I am a 69 year old widow. The 5th of Feb. is the 5 year angelversary of my beloved husband. February is a very difficult month as his birthday is also this month. Sometimes life hurts so badly. Thank-you for this.

[@TheDedFace]

We had to put our dog to sleep last night. We found him on Facebook 2 years ago and he helped support me after I lost my father and was generally just amazing. It hurts so much. Thank you for this Puddles. I love you.

[@DavidoEsqueleto]

I hear you. I feel your pain. Don't forget,, all dogs go to heaven.

[@k3ntv.rhoades]

as a old clown ( I quit because of the negative experience - as in the 90's people hated clowns ) you have blown a fresh wind to clowns, you are nuanced in humor and your voice is so rich like great chocolate truffles that hug the palette and the soul. big fuzzy hugs and thank you. I think you will help

[@daneenmurf1043]

Have you heard of Yukko the clown ? 'Nuanced ' is not the word for him 😁

[@k3ntv.rhoades]

@@daneenmurf1043 You mean Roger Black? but no I have not heard Yukko or Yuko, But thank you for your reply.

[@daneenmurf1043]

My mistake _ you were right. Its Yuko / Roger Black.

[@barrymoss797]

Puddles has probably saved many lives with his music!!! What a gift!!! 😊

[@elaynachigbrow8301]

I agree

[@AndrewB1971]

Why does the saddest down in the world, with the greatest voice, always brightens my dark times? I can never thank you enough Puddles ❤️

[@mariajohnston13]

This came across my KZbin just in time... Depression hit me like a ton of bricks today...everyone has been calling me out and pointing fingers at me...and I am hurting and screaming inside....thank you Puddles for all the life you bring. You stopped my tears. ❤️

[@joshr4083]

Heh. I am in super depressed mode, and he brought all the tears. Happy tears though, and I will forever treasure this man. Puddles is 10,000% THE BEST SHIT!

[@brandongamble6838]

hey I know the feeling I have ptsd and depression from a severe TBI I suffered back in 2006 during a routine combat training mission

[@featurefilms2001]

Making this hurtful day better for me. Love you .

[@mercedesblack7828]

As a staunch REM fan and a person who is fussy about cover songs, I congratulate you on a job well done.

[@joeshmooo5327]

Listening to REM brought me here!

[@ManuelTrevigno]

I don't get people who doesn't like cover songs

[@mercedesblack7828]

@@ManuelTrevigno I like cover songs as long as they are not massacred!

[@TdEMais1Pouco]

This man looking into my eyes and singing was everything i need

[@BillF1967]

Puddles singing “Hold on” while looking directly at me makes me believe I actually can. Thank you.

[@BeingBoringx2]

I love love love how Puddles looks into my soul via the camera like no other performer. Full of empathy and understanding. I also love how he looks like he wants to say more sometimes but nothing comes out. One of the greatest performers of all time.

[@RareInTheHistory]

I couldn't agree more.

[@jesyking6606]

I was thinking the exact same thing, well said. The man is a living legend

[@Romy-rz4zt]

Puddles unlocks emotions in songs I didn't know existed.

[@Brez1969]

You never heard of R.E.M

[@Romy-rz4zt]

@@Brez1969 oh bollocks off. I can appreciate two different renditions of a song.

[@dogsbestfriend1553]

@@Brez1969 he smokes Micheal

[@Sonomaniaque]

I absolutly agree! His cover of Sia "Chandelier" is also very emotional, more than the original version in my opinion. I wish this artist was more famous.

[@CaptRich-bi3gp]

Most definitely without a doubt!

[@uralbob1]

This guy is a national treasure. I hope we all soon realize what a wonderful guy Mike is. It's not just his copious amounts of talent that makes him great. I wish I could meet him some day.

[@MJ-me5nj]

I have, I hugged him. He's huge and was very sweaty after the concert. He made time afterwards to greet and do photos with anyone that wanted them for free. What a great dude.

[@moondogaudiojones1146]

If I have to shed one more tear ‘cause I’ve had one glass of wine too many...I’m hangin’ on...love ya big guy!

[@mariosavage]

This broke me. I've heard this song a hundred times, but right now I'm a sobbing mess. Thank you for that.

[@davidm0508]

It is like he takes the words and the heart out of a song, sprinkles some Puddles on it and then it gets transplanted and brings a new soul to life.

[@metalhead0274]

A very dear friend of mine who was lost deep in the puts and mires depression many years ago ..reached out for help.. he asked the few of us closest to him to give him a song that could help him see light on this deeply dark road of depression . I was listening to the radio that day and heard this song by REM and thought of him . I made a copy of the song and went over to drop it off to him that evening. When I arrived there was paramedics and family outside crying. He had taken his life just a few hours earlier. It was tough because while his family was in denial and say they never knew he was depressed..all of us closest to him in friendship knew.. and we always ..always were trying to get him help..to ask..to talk.. to have anyone reach out to him.. but it was at a time when few adults took teens serious and depression in teens and teen suicide was just coming to light. They did not hold a funeral for him but a sort of memorial service and one to talk about depression.. I shared this story of how he was reaching out ..asking for help.. and how I happened to go see him that evening to give him the song I thought would help.. this song.. but I was too late.. Thanks Puddles..thank you..for your contributions to make our world a little bit a better place. We all hurt, we all suffer, we all cry and have those times of pains that strike our lives.. know it is just for a moment..know that we are here with you and we feel it to. Know that there are better days ahead and this too shall pass. And although it be dark now..though it be a moment of cold, blustery and rainy days..the sun will soon shine upon us in a tomorrow to warm us and brighten our days... that sun..that light it is on its way . It may not be tomorrow or today but it will shine and warm you and me and us all. Hold on ...hold on till then.. hold for just one more.. and know we are holding on with you. Whatever it is that hurts you ..hold on.. and whatever makes you cry..its okay to cry and we will cry with you...you are not alone. This song to me is the song that reminds me to keep helping and assisting those battling depression. It seems the perfect fit. Hold on because just know that in these darkest of times there are millions of arms out there in the darkness reaching out for you and ready to hold and lift you up and help carry you if need be. Hold on..because there are many who love you and need you and know what your going through..hold on with them.

[@lotuscat3173]

beautiful story anon thanks for sharing

[@jackmack1061]

Thanks for the comment. I know that story from both ends. To any who need to hear it, things do change. Love to all. Lest we forget.

[@janbasterfield8200]

Sometimes they can't hold on and need to end the pain no matter what anyone says 😢 depression is a lonely cruel illness that robs you of any joy , peace of mind and contentment in life that is a on going battle to survive and not let it take over and especially for males in particular 😔 you are one of a kind to care so much for your friend who no doubt would of known that so take heart that he is at last at peace which to him is better than the illness 💜🇦🇺

[@toddreynolds8875]

What a story that must have weighed on your heart for a long time.

[@solarnaut]

@@janbasterfield8200 thank you for having a bit of a "dance with the devil" on this very tricky topic . . . as a kid, I recall my father remarking (related to some story in the news) that people should be entitled to choose suicide if they wish, and I agreed but argued that perhaps first they should need to evidence that they are in a sane state of mind, to which my father countered, "or not." In my books, a "successful suicide attempt" is one that gets the help it is often a desperate cry for ! B-) on youtube there is a cop who worked the golden gate bridge beat for a couple of decades. He says that of the very small percent of "jumpers" who survive, almost all of them report regretting their choice a moment into their "leap." More morbidly, an er nurse spoke of "countless" patients alive in a hospital with their face blown off :-s Apparently there is something about the mechanics of the combustion of a gun's discharge that can tend to push the brain out of harm's way. I am left to wonder . . . "So, you wanted to kill yourself before you blew your face off . . . how are you feeling about life now ?" oddly, it seems, it is often "near death" experiences of surviving cancer or a plane crash that awakens people into living their lives. I found a perverse solace in learning that a decade after that ("127") hiker had rescued his own life by cutting off his trapped arm, he did a "reality show" stranded on a deserted island for 127 hours as a means of rejuvenating his "life spark" B-) There is an expression that suicide is "a permanent solution to a temporary problem." it is not for me to decide for another if, in fact, they should "hold on" . . . though I've been told that both depression and mania can have a degree of "tunnel vision" implying the state will persist, even though every state of being, including life , is transitory. These few very short decades of conscious existence that we are granted amidst an eternal void of nonexistence is surely something of a glimmering "gift" . . . albeit, at times, "fool's gold" Haaaa. B-) "Life is Sad AND Beautiful ! " ~ puddles

[@JW-gj6kw]

When I was young and struggling with depression this song saved me many times. Thank you for this beautiful rendition Puddles. Be well everyone.

[@Mauther]

I appreciate it when he spreads out and tries other styles, but songs like this are not only in his wheelhouse, he owns the wheelhouse and the adjoining land. Great job!

[@starcsmdavis8347]

Puddles, I just discovered you today. I had to watch every video I could find on KZbin. What a blessing you are. I couldn't take the smile off my face, as I also had the tears on my face. The world is so much better for someone like you. Thank you for your gift to all of us.

[@michelle-louisehoward6868]

Thank you Puddles ...You are indeed a bright shining light in a dark world 😢💖🙏✨🌻

[@ponyboygarfunkel1675]

Thank you, Puddles, for this. It resonates. Last summer, I was diagnosed with a myopathy, and my muscles atrophied so badly, I could hardly walk. Because of weight loss, I began to resemble a WWll death camp inmate. I thought I wanted to die. But thanks to the doctors, nurses and science, I gradually recovered. I now feel quite good! I am happy to still be here. Everybody hurts.

[@adambrown3792]

You da man. Stay strong.

[@MrOhYeahRight]

I just spent four days calling friends to let them know a shared friend just passed away and then this shows up. Thank you Puddles.

[@SylvanApe]

Take care. A very sincere F in chat, for your friend.

[@mustard3450]

Thank you. Mom left a month ago and your music is helping.

[@CataclysmicStar]

Thanks, Puddles. I may not be suicidal but I'm really hurting right now, and I just needed to cry. I feel a little better right now. You are a beautiful force for good and love in the world. I cannot tell you how amazing you are. I guess I'll keep holding on.

[@davidpaxton1793]

Hi all - after rehab, therapists, and oh so many people, personally I know, or on-line, I'm getting there. Thank you all for your support - whoever knew that something as simple as watching something like u-tube could help change your life xxx

[@motolearnmotorsportclassic3955]

Well done brother

[@rohanbrooks353]

Hi david i too have ptsd from the army and recovering from stage 4 cancer. I have been where you are and you have to reach out to your mates i have been following your progress from afar and so glad you are doing better.

[@gurubhaikhalsa9337]

Bless you David, a lot of hard work went into this, keep it up big guy!!!

[@linco95]

Just read your original comment and was wondering how it ended up... Glad to see this update. Take care!

[@davidpaxton1793]

@@rohanbrooks353 Thank you my friend, I wish you well, if we all as ex-forces we would have such a voice if we told the real stories we have been through. I have no doubt your cancer just happened my friend - I have already been told that I should be quite - all you ex-forces guys, don't let them get to you, bless you all.

[@jillkltr]

I'm sure you've done a great service to a lot of people who needed this - thank you.

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

A beautiful song, sung by talented vocalist.

[@michaeldahlhoff916]

Puddles,deine Augen sind tiefer als das Universum

[@JWohlfarth]

Thank you Puddles! I suffered two massive strokes 5 years ago and they've cost me nearly everything. Your rendition of this song meant everything to me tonight when I was at a particularly low point. Depression is always all up in my ear trying to talk me into checking out. It's voice was loud and convincing tonight but yours was even more so. Thanks!

[@diondelaura9047]

You are amazing Puddles. One if my best friends lost her husband in February. I showed this to her and you can see she fell in love with your voice. It is comforting to know there is songs that can help people. Thank You from the bottom of my heart.

[@joehatton9790]

I cannot stop playing this track, it is so emotional and Puddles has so much feeling that he brings out. Fortunately I am not a depressive, but can only imagine there are millions in this world that are. I feel for them. I listen and look how Puddles is really reaching out to help people who feel there is no point carrying on. I sure you having success Puddles.

[@andyg.8971]

Kinda like receiving a big hug through the ears 😭👂❤️👂❤️😔😉😁

[@Soundslikeaplan]

😀❤️👍

[@greteejit]

Love the way you've described this, you're absolutely spot on 👍

[@deanhall662]

Not very often I can say that something is one of the most beautifu things to see and hear at the same time... this is one of them.

[@mariedruckenmiller4601]

Sir, you have the most wonderfully kind eyes in this video.

[@ecitraro]

I feel like I can just swim in the teary loving-kindness of his eyes. He's a beautiful being.

[@shnola504]

This terrible time will pass. We love you puddles.

[@josephdesantis4896]

Not only is his voice amazing but the rearrangement of the instrumentation is brilliant. For instance there is the simple but amazing ascending bass line going into the outro that gets submerged in a subtle distorted guitar chord right around @4:00

[@ecitraro]

Yes, a lot of comments about his voice being submerged but those moments add to it for me. I noticed that part too. I think Puddles likes to let the music emerge and shine, too.

[@kathystricker7552]

Having read this, I feel I am really missing out cause I have no idea what you are talking about. (Can you tell I don't know music).

[@ecitraro]

@@kathystricker7552 We all take from it what we love, that's what counts!

[@TellEveryoneRecords]

This has been one of the three hardest time periods in my life, and moments like this are so cathartic. Thank you, Puddles. Truly, thank you.

[@davidcantwell2489]

Hang in there kiddo cause I'm hanging on right beside ya myself.

[@lindsayosterhoff2459]

I don't know you but.... You ok?

[@TellEveryoneRecords]

@@lindsayosterhoff2459, thank you for sharing such a vulnerable human reaction. Appreciate the genuine empathy. Yeah, I’m ok. Each day is living of one step at a time. I’m thankful for folks who’ve surrounded me with love. And I’m thankful for songs like this and others that speak words and sounds that are tough to express otherwise.

[@lindsayosterhoff2459]

@@TellEveryoneRecords I totally understand. I'm so glad to know you have good people around you.

[@Matt-vv7fl]

This is beautiful man. You're really singing this with feeling, you're not just mouthing words. I feel this.

[@SHARKTIC5]

Magnificent empathetic and a fine communicator. Mighty strong 🎼🎼🎼👏👏👏‼️

[@loonymoon26]

This song is very special to me. My grandmother suffered from dementia and passed away at the age of 90. I felt completely numb when it happened and after I got back home from the hospital, I sat down at the piano and played this song on loop for an hour. It really helped me work through my feelings and I was able to surrender to my grief by the end of that session. This song is pure therapy. Thank you for your spin on it Puddles. Can't wait to hear what you come up with next.

[@1973Washu]

You are possibly the only clown I would hire for a party.

[@BrunoRegno]

I was thinking the exact same thing

[@rimeoftheancientmariner]

You can't afford him...

[@vickidavidson9052]

@@rimeoftheancientmariner à how

[@libragirl4471]

Hell I'd hire Puddles to just come hang out with me

[@nicolasderuiter1699]

That would be like inviting Freddie Mercury to karaoke

[@tammygregory]

I melted when you sang this for your Sequestered Show, felt like you were singing it directly to me & the tears fell. Now more than ever, this is so needed. Excuse me while I go cry some more

[@tylertylertyler3521]

Hugs and prayers

[@melsterifficmama1808]

I hope tomorrow is a better day.

[@Soundslikeaplan]

❤️💕❤️

[@Kodos2024]

I've avoided this song for 2 days cause I knew the tears were coming, and here I am. 😭

[@elaynachigbrow8301]

I feel the same way, like he's singing right into me

[@Lordofthereee_]

I really needed this. One of my best friends and old band mates passed away a year ago and I've been thinking about him a lot. Thank you so much.

[@jamiesmith3259]

Love to you and your dear friend

[@amidazad4832]

OMG, Puddles is an amazing talented singer. He really knows how to deliver the song with his facial expression and singing technique. My utmost respect.

[@scotthargraves576]

Beautiful. Moving. I truly hope whoever needs to see and hear this finds it. Well done Puddles, well done.

[@richardwillard]

we waited so long.....now we all feel so much better that Puddles has given his all, thanks man, I needed that...

[@michaelwertzy9808]

I'm thinking that Puddles has been yearning to sing this powerful song for quite some time. Thank you forever P.P.P. !

[@richardwillard]

@@michaelwertzy9808 I like his new look, but every vid is different, I wonder what his new one will be? waiting patently for puddles to produce another......

[@jaimereynolds258]

Sending love to everyone ❤

[@playinggames4u364]

I love this guy from the depths of my soul and to the top and back again! Just a warm heart and soul! This world can be hurtful, and the sadness in his eyes is proof enough! When you can feel as he can feel you know you're alive and you just can't help loving everybody. It is what it is, I love him! Thank you for sharing your talent with everyone!

[@ericadams214]

Probably the MOST underrated artist of this generation. Puddles=🐐 status

[@chertosh]

When I saw it for the first time, I cried so bad. You have such power and deep, I really love and admire your emotions, and your voice. Keep going. Love you.

[@mariafeliicia]

This is the song that I havent listened to again for years but just came across my mind a few weeks ago. This is beautiful. You're beautiful and also you sang it beautifully. Though you cry all the time as you said in the description, Puddles, I wish you all the happiness in life 💕

[@armadillotales5296]

Fun fact: The tears that appear when watching a Puddles video are actually tears of joy.

[@stewiedarkinvisibleid]

A heartfelt thank you, to you, Puddles. - My dear loving mother was 95, just two months from 96 when she passed away two years ago. And even though i visited with her almost every weekend for the last two decades, and cared for her almost every day in her final two months, she just felt so very lonely in her final years. Her husband was gone, her own family members were gone, and so were all of her friends. She would do puzzles and Facebook on her computer, and sleep most of the time. One visit with her, while she sat at her computer, I played your video for her, Puddles, and sat there hugging her from behind. Her tears, along with my own, streamed like rain. When the video ended, she wiped her eyes, smiled up at me and asked, " Who is that lovely clown?" Why, that Puddles, mom. That's Puddles. Thank you, you kind clown, you. 😢

[@jayshaft3179]

My mom just had to go into a rehab at 85. She has been home surrounded by her grandkids for many years after dad passed on. Now she sits there doing therapy and rehab hoping to go home again. I can't get to see her, but the phone calls are pretty lonely feeling. I am going to play some Puddles for her today. She should be able to go home soon, but I know she's feeling lost right now. Maybe a clown can make her smile.

[@johnDingoFoxVelocity]

My GoodNess thank you for voice is still the most beautiful thing in a time of uncertainty

[@dianehamilton8182]

My Dear..I have just discovered you later in life..and I just wasnt to say..thank you..thank you for sharing your tender gift with us , you have touched me..

[@Lazy_eye_blobFish]

My delression came back hard after a year of being happy, this happened just 40min ago, thank you for this and God bless. I really feel sad and wish it would go away, I WAS JUST HAPPY 2 HOURS AGO DANG! be well puddles, thank you for all that you do.

[@thorr18BEM]

I dunno why it took me so long to figure out what a delression was.

[@melsterifficmama1808]

I hope you feel better tomorrow. Or at least very soon.

[@xanvega]

I have wanted to "let go" a lot in the past but recently, that want is unbearable since i am dying of camcer. I keep holding on because of songs like this. I know you dont know me or even care but thank you, you are ieeping me going because your voice is like a salve to my burnt out soul.

[@paullanos4896]

One of my all time favourite songs, NEVER cried to it until now...

[@mike-rayner-videos]

so very beautiful puddles 💖.. even more touching sung by a beautiful singing clown 💖

[@omgwtfkthxbai]

Thank you, Puddle. Whenever I feel lost, you help me.

[@gerardburton3741]

With the world as it is now. With death and pain all around. This man gives us hope that things will get better and that the hurt will end. That there are people all around to help us and for us to help them. We are not alone. Puddles you are a star that leads the way.

[@carmenjessen2955]

This made me aware of my sadness and lifted me Up at the same Time. Thank you, Puddles. I Love You.

[@wort1959]

Great voice, I can understand every word you sing. pure talent. best wishes from UK .

[@nathanp6502]

Damn. I just discovered Puddles today and life will never be the same. Puddles makes EVERY SONG he sings so much better than the original. Thank you, Puddles!!!

[@immu2261]

Such a beautiful voice

[@ded2thaworld963]

Woooooo! One of my favorite songs of all time. Between covid and two hurricanes i am definitely in the hurt.😂 appreciate this

[@francisschweitzer8431]

I toured with R. E. M. ( Video truck ) on their last tour 12 years ago. I listened to this song every night for 3 months. Simple yet powerful song.

[@lonewolffullmoon]

Cool 😎

[@joanne8381]

Puddles, you always know where and when to give us what we need to hold on. Even though we don't know each other, I feel you are a kindred spirit. You are a treasure for your fans to behold. Stay safe.

[@TheNofreetacos]

Dude I thank you for being here on all the Hard Stankass Days I really need help through. The IF in Life is Real.

[@emilchurchin4874]

Michael Stipe could never have imagined this rendition of the song he gave the world ~

[@luccapastorino898]

Of course this song gets posted on the day I have to end a friendship. I'm not crying you're crying.

[@SylvanApe]

Take care.

[@rosario508]

I’ve had issues like that in my life. If it’s not to personal may I ask why?

[@LazyIRanch]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your friendship. It's hard when you know you have to end it because, you have to. My favorite little goat was killed by a predator yesterday, and I've been trying not to cry. I lost it listening to this, it's a flood of tears now. She was about to have her first birthday. I've had many goats, but this little angel was special. I feel like my heart was stomped on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGOXmqqcn9GnaJY

[@pamelamills-senn1511]

ending a friendship is so hard. I've had to end several, they became unsustainable. I very rarely think about them now and when I do, I am not sad or angry, I just accept the fact they had to send. But it was hard, almost as hard, maybe harder, than a romantic break up. You will feel better

[@TheWorldAccordingtoJim]

Have a wonderful 2021.... Hope to see you again someday in Las Vegas 🙏

[@brandycewonderland1497]

Perfect timing, I really needed this. I just left an abusive relationship which has led me down the path back to depression and absolute loneliness. Thank you for this. I'm thankful for cats whom continue to be here for me, their unconditional and pure love. The simple video allows the words to be the main center of the video. Well done.

[@treywest268]

My finger tips are trying to cling to the precipice but the weight of weariness is very heavy. Listening to this tonight has kept me for another day. No promises for tomorrow but i will try.

[@MB-um3rp]

My baby died during the pandemic, and I couldn't see my father during his last months because of the travel restrictions.My married is a failure, and I don't have job. I was thinking "I had enough", but today I listened to you singing so beautifully and at least for today I will hold on. Thanks.

[@williepirie5329]

Thank you I really needed to shed a tear🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@oro5z]

DARN! What can we say about this guy? I had tears flowing listening this rendition of this song. You give us hope and make us realize what's being human is all about.

[@SamTheNintendoNerd]

Wow! I've wanted you to cover this song for so many years. Thanks so much Puddles! Sending love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@charmainemiles4089]

The hairs on my arms just stood up this always happens when I'm listerning and watching greatness and this is great because he is the true story teller.

[@elaynachigbrow8301]

When you sing songs like this in your special way, I want to give you a big hug and a big thanks. You help people more than you'll ever know.

[@heidikleiber7703]

This song is like a virtual hug and a hand to hold. Ya got me right in the feels, but in a very good way. This was beautiful! Thanks for spreading hope when most needed. ❤

[@simonjones3845]

His ability to take a song and make it his own unique cover and improve it, is always surprising and welcomed.

[@lilianflower3017]

I’ve learned to be alone happily but this song makes me wannna cry

[@treva777]

Ev-er-ry time .

[@rodpasichnyk9140]

Ur never alone dear!

[@andrewj8774]

Cry if you want to. We are all with you. x 😢

[@Nightcrawler666]

We are all here with you.

[@redbone7040]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😉

[@graemegeorge8955]

Just discovered this, and now need to watch every one. Hope your well Puddles and thanks for sharing the love.

[@Embry639]

I love your rendition of this song. It is so touching. "You are not alone" is such a strong, sensitive lyric. When I'm down it will come to mind. Thank you.

[@withlovefalseortrue9839]

Wonderful cover Puddles, as always. I appreciate your videos during these struggling times. ❤🤍👑

[@oliverzelmer3938]

A great song + a greater voice = sounds like a hymn! I love this song and I can't get enough of your voice! 👍🏻 Greetings from Germany!

[@darrellminx5459]

I wasn't going to cry when I started listening but by the end I was. Puddles you save my life everyday keep going and don't ever stop we need you.

[@johnrivera1053]

"When you feel like letting go...Hold on" That always hits so hard, the whole song feels like a punch in the gut, but with Puddles' delivery that line...man.

[@christinewheeler456]

I sent this song to my 15 year nephew hes battling cancer this song right here gives him Hope!!! Thanks Puddles