Ray Price "I Wish I Was 18 Again"

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[@callfeestayns2167]

As a 20 year old unfortunate enough to be in gen Z, I wish we had more people like this. Genuine old school folks are a dying breed. Life is good and I thank the Lord every day for another chance to be a light in this dying world.

[@CookieMookie-l7w]

Yes I feel bad for new generations they are not seeing true talent these people had to struggle go through all kinds trials tribulations to make it in a competitive field ray is and will remain a hero and icon rip

[@joeyhernandez2050]

Ray Prices singing ,Your the best thing that has happened to me will be sung at my memorial.I was born in 1951 and married in 1975. Nearly 49 years. I am dying and it's rough. I am so very happy with the Love of my life. She has my strength. Tina,I Love you so much

[@vanhooler358]

Merle haggard , the way it was in 51, we love Tina also.

[@PB-ho6dm]

May God be with you!

[@billm5433]

🙏🏼🫡. I’m 75 and my heart is tired.

[@curtiskea876]

Ray Price is one of the absolute best. He is a reflection of what true country music is. Of all the great Ray Price songs my favorite is "I Wish I Was 18 Again". I will be 79 in a couple of months so I certainly feel the emotion of this song. I can only speak for myself, but I believe most of us wish we could be 18 again.

[@smerchly]

You speak for me too . I'm 79 and still love to listen to the 'old' crooners sing those sweet ballads . George Burns did a nice job on this song as well , and my father sang it while playing his piano about 20 years ago and he taped it for me . Cheers !

[@joebarriga-9945]

oh yes, i hear you, i am 75 and also feel the emotions of yesteryear. so let us be grateful for what we have. we have great company on this song.

[@shawncollier571]

AMEN

[@vernonbusby6826]

I'm a little bit younger than you but I understand and would love to be 18 again maybe I could do life better the second time around.

[@frankbaltazar]

I’m 86 and married at 18, so yes, I would love to be 18 again so that I could marry my wife of 69 years again. By the way I love to listen to the great Ray Price.

[@jacobfranz1204]

I am 72. I get it. My niece called me old not long ago. I said yeah you are right, but I saw things live you only read about in history books, heard groups, and singers at their prime, and saw entertainers on Ed Sullivan of my parents and grandparents time, before the curtain fell for them forever. I saw America go from the peaceful sleepy 50's, to the mess it is today, and it all took about 37 seconds, which you will not begin to understand till you are old too.

[@rubymcclain5078]

Exactly. We know the REAL history. We don’t need these new fake accounts of what happened 50 or 60 years ago. We were there and the news was not fake like today. We are fed pure bull everyday that back in the day would not be aired.

[@garytodd5605]

Unless you are older, you cannot understand the complete beauty of this song. Thank you Mr. Ray

[@misterknightowlandco]

If you over 30 and dont atleast stop and think when you hear this song... Dont talk to me lol

[@joemendiola7345]

I do just turned 75

[@wilcurotte485]

Ray Price, and Patsy,Hank and Lefty were standards at home. My son is a bonehead and knows nothing beyond schlock and prefab music.

[@stevebrown4203]

Exactly right. I am 66 and would give anything to turn back the hands of time.

[@lannyfoster4875]

Gary I take my hat off to you. You are so right about the age you reflected on this song. I am almost 74 and started listening to Ray in 1950 and GOD I have had a wonderful life. Best of luck to you

[@richardryan8609]

All of my old friends have long passed away, their memory has moved in to stay; dining and dancing are now at an end, oh I wish I was eighteen again. I`m 90 and this sure rings a bell.

[@PB-ho6dm]

May God Bless You!

[@jandeband]

God bless you, im 79 ❤

[@RichardMobyDickLong]

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[@RichardMobyDickLong]

Yes

[@jackduncan129]

Ray Price is, without any doubt, one of the greatest singers we have ever had.

[@scott6798]

There is no auto tune in that voice, pure talent.

[@bretts1]

Dying of Pancreatic cancer he did an album Beauty Is and dedicated to his wife Janie. He would stay in the music venue and sign or shake any hand his whole career. By the time (Being last) in line, he signed everything for me. He did not make me feel rushed but appreciated. He never took a dime from songwriters for songs he sang. His songs are timeless. They say his Voice in the final album when he was in extreme pain from end stage pancreatitis cancer Did not require any musical enhancements. The older I get the how soo many old greats gear forgotten. Recall as a kid listening to 78 real thick records and because of the bad recordings I just trashed all those records. Now most don’t know what a 78 record was.

[@travisharper3107]

That's so true . 78s are had to find now days.

[@barbaracarpenter1260]

I have a collection of 78's I treasure them

[@lanceturner9471]

Thankfully someone knows what importance music history has on us!

[@bruceb5481]

Someone must have known what 78 rpms are because he/she stole my collection.

[@bretts1]

@@bruceb5481 sorry that sucks

[@JillChristyGroup]

where are the good-hearted gentle men like Ray today? Such precious memories of my dad taking my mom's hand on Saturday night in the den by the fireplace to waltz to Ray Price

[@marysmith1922]

This has been my anthem for the last 40 years! I once said if I could go back to being 18 I would do it all differently. But if I did I would miss out on having my wonderful daughters and Granddaughters. Still sometimes I wish I was 18 again. I’m 73.

[@marylynnmorris6140]

When I was 18, I graduated from high school, and married my 20 year old sweetheart. He has been gone almost 3 years now. We had 50 years... not counting the dating years. And I wish we could do it all again..,,

[@Albertredding]

me too fantastic

[@kasijj06]

Hugs to you..

[@budbrudis5213]

Your comment brought tears to my eyes. Such a endearing comment..

[@damanyocum149]

My deepest condolences 😢

[@cherylmacvane8791]

One of the most beautiful country balladeers of all time. His voice was liquid silk, and the emotion was effortless and genuine. Thanks for the memories, Ray.

[@justiceharrison5142]

Hello there Cheryl nice meeting you here

[@eugenialefebvre5606]

Loved the song and loved the man

[@johnledingham852]

This wonderful gentleman had a wonderful voice. Ray Price is a one of a kind. (John, 77 years old, Australia)

[@connieroberts5152]

Ray Price will always be missed!

[@gerryvanderzeypen1214]

WELL it is now 2024 and I'm 80, still going strong and doing the best I can with what's left. Good luck to ALL out there who have skeletons in the closet and are making amends the best you can . On my final leg, rounding third base now and health isn't so bad BUT, nothing lasts forever and thank my higher power for all the years he has given me.

[@kevingray9541]

When you’re 18 it feels like life will never end. Today at 67 I realize how truly short life is.

[@lonniebeavers7794]

Wish all of today's young people could hear and understand this song . For it comes to us all if we live long enough .

[@johnstill1451]

With you, Lonnie!

[@jamesdean7469]

Ijust miss my friend.

[@KimberleeLuebke-vd3ng]

Oh, one of my favorite man singer...❤❤❤❤

[@120BAT]

This man's voice was a gift from God.

[@paulkmetko1358]

This is true he.

[@paulkmetko1358]

I wish that i will see him God.

[@paulkmetko6979]

That is true.

[@esthergibson9485]

‘Heard his music on my tapes traveling to and from Across The Us in my beautiful thunderbird

[@michaelflorida56]

which god?

[@benwright2145]

He was the greatest...daddy played and sang all his songs...and I loved him also ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂

[@randysherman8878]

It's disturbing to know 7 people disliked this tune by a great singer. Wow our country really is in trouble . Smh

[@colkidglen8802]

Don't worry about it. isis is killing people, This is the great Ray Price.

[@homerwood5492]

you are right

[@Johnnralph]

Some people just don't get it ..

[@seangrace1546]

Randy Sherman H

[@billstokes6740]

I get it. I'm on the back side of 70, there's not much time left. I can join my sweetheart again.

[@richardryan8609]

I`m 86 and this song sure rings true. Well done by one of the country greats. I do the song a lot and thought it needed a 4th verse at the end so I wrote the following: All of my old friends have long passed away, their memory has moved in to stay; dining and dancing are now at an end, I wish I was eighteen again. RIP Mr.Price. You`re greatly missed.

[@f4ucorsair153]

Amazing how many "old" people are actually on youtube. Just a few years ago i was in my teens and thinking it was exclusively teenagers and people in their 20s. It sure is refreshing to see all generations fitting in. And I sure love you guys much more than the think-know-it-all 30-50 yo crowd obsessed with money and their careers until they hit their mid-life crisis and realize they wond find happiness there. You folks have been around the block and have true wisdom to share!

[@bretts1]

Awesome verse you added❤

[@davidschark6523]

Beautiful sir.

[@MKSBEMA]

I'm 40 years behind you, but realizing how quick those 40 years seemed to have come and gone, I can see over the horizon. This song kinda stings because even now at 46, the check engine light is comming on and waxing nostalgic for 18 is a reality for me as the aches and pains of middle age begin to appear.😢

[@galewinds7696]

73 years old today....and I would not trade it for 18 years old. I like this song nonetheless

[@PB-ho6dm]

I agree! Nearer to My Father God and His Son Jesus Christ who gave all of these wonderful people their precious voices that entertained. Would never want to return.

[@galewinds7696]

​@PB-ho6dm sometimes those beckoning fingers are hard to ignore. Thanks for responding.

[@annakemp7638]

This is as good as it gets for an 80+ year old man. He could sing anything and sound like an angel. RIP you gentleman and gentle man. Anna Kemp

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello beautiful dear

[@randybaker5699]

How true!

[@elsemariepettersen3615]

@@randybaker5699 Me too

[@NativeSioux]

He was a treasure

[@barrygriffiths4530]

Beauitful x

[@stexasman]

there will never any one like ray price, in our life again

[@Edward-nz4qh]

Ray Price is a true Country Gentleman. He is one of my most favorite singers.

[@shawncollier571]

Thank you Mr. Price for sharing your stage with me, it was amazing singing with you R.I.P you Prince

[@davidholton9667]

Hello how are you? So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song

[@skitsfrizel5875]

Yes, I'm an OLD MAN but Good Music is Good Music and Ray Price was a Master Artist!

[@QWZXM]

Amen

[@KLUNKET]

I wish you were 18 again too Mr. Ray Price... I'll admit without shame that I cried when you left us. You've brought so much beauty and joy into my life with your wonderful music and were even kind enough to meet with me personally on several occasions. You'll just never know how appreciated you were by folks like myself.

[@Laszlo-b8k]

KLUNKET I still cry when I hear his songs

[@karlpatterson257]

I am 77 and this song really hits home. Ray Price is a great singer, the first song I heard him sing was For the Good Time, still my favorite. I am sorry he is gone but he is singing in heaven

[@marilyncallachan6629]

I HAVE THE VERY SAME WISH!!!!!

[@jasonburdette7879]

Mr. Ray Price seem like through gentlemen and very friendly

[@bigbadjohn8099]

@@karlpatterson257 There is a line in Vince Gill's song "Go Rest High" that says "I wish I could see the Angels faces when they hear your sweet voice sing" ... I can't imagine their faces when they heard Ray Price. The man is as GOOD as GOOD gets. I truly feel sorry for young folks who don't know his music- they have no idea the beauty that they are missing.

[@lonniebeavers3231]

As time has passed me by .This rings so true .To you young men make the most of your lives ! Because its gone way too soon !

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing??

[@all95621]

Lord, I wish I was 18 again. I'm 89 now and appreciate this kind of country music. WHERE did it all go. Not many left, Looks like it's up to Willie & Kris to keep it goin'

[@ulrichufm]

I listen to country music since 70 years and will never stop listen to it. Thanks to the radio station of AFN in Germany when I fell in love with this kind of music. Ulrich from Germany

[@rdsalazar9]

One of the old time greats. No one does it better!

[@jamesgilstrap6083]

I have said this many but he is the greatest pure singer. This is day after my 88 birthday still put his records and play all day never get tired. of His music.

[@colkidglen8802]

One of the greatest voices of my lifetime.

[@jamesdean7469]

Amen!

[@judyhurn7045]

Wonderful!!!

[@kennywebb5827]

Calming Yet Bluesy My Grandmother hooked us up records from owning jukeboxes and pool tables

[@lloydarmour630]

O'God, this really hits my heart. I only I could be 18 again.

[@danferrell943]

He was a true legend,it is amazing how effortlessly he sings!j

[@paulkmetko1358]

We are losing a lot of great singers but they are in HEAVEN.

[@Shammerne]

Love this song - the older I get the more I relate to this song.

[@normharvey414]

You have to live the years first.......

[@kimwolter2245]

I met my wife when she was 15 and I was 18. We had 2 dates and neither of us ever dated anyone else again.we were married 60 years and she passed. That was 6 years ago and the heartaches never end but I know I will see her soon. I love her so much!

[@alan-ev6ck]

it sounds like you were a very lucky man, God bless

[@kimwolter2245]

She was my friend and sweetie. I can't wait to see her again and see her beautiful face again!

[@TheFishdoctor1952]

Not seeing this man perform live is one of my greatest regrets. What a voice.

[@wsouva5046]

I seen him many years ago at the Grand ole opery what a legend he's missed so much

[@paulbennett5666]

Not seeing Mr. Ray Price play LIVE , Is a heartache . By the numbers, I can't pretend .

[@chasebs1]

fish doctor I saw him in Prince George, B C probably in 1973. The most fantastic entertainer and singer

[@roostercogburn6469]

I've seen him live, more than once,, haven't done many exciting things in my life but seeing your favorite singer live... Can't top that!

[@paulkmetko1358]

I miss this man.

[@michaeljohneldridge4525]

A man who gave us more than just music.

[@angelicacapone9211]

i love it i love !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@neilbooth1551]

What an absolutely outstanding voice

[@neomiguerrero7965]

So Sorry to hear that PRAYERS for him ❤iam 63 and the Song that I ❤ is how I wish I was 18 again God bless you😇

[@sonny7x7x]

At 81, I can relate. What a wonderful life I've had.

[@homerwood5492]

I'm 68 and I love this song. Good for you and your happy life, that is what it is really all about!

[@1redsoxfan1963]

Keep living it Leroy!!! God bless you

[@frankkononchuk6083]

And I can relate to your emotions Leroy. I to have had a wonderful life thanks to my "Pretty Girl"

[@Forevertrue]

At 68 I fell the same. I listened to "For Good Times" in the early 70s when I was in the army. He was a sanctuary. God Bless him!

[@toro5338]

leroy norwood I'm really happy for you ! Keep going on with good health ! 👍👍👍

[@alangodfrey505]

Listening to this again and yes I wish I was 18 again as I am on the down word mile. But its been great to get here

[@lonniebeavers7794]

The years have slipped by and this song by Ray Price tells it all ! Thanks Ray .

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing?

[@jackieselvey6639]

So do I. So I could do things over. Who dont. I do too. Love this song and video. Thanks

[@journeyten]

Oh how I wish I was 18 again!!! I love this song. ❤

[@robertaskins3678]

so do i am 81 just wish i could turn back time

[@steverussell8]

God bless you and your beautiful wife Mr. Price.

[@1offox]

Got to see this Gentleman within a year before his death. Didn't remember his name. Shed a few tears through the whole concert, knowing I grew up listening to him. He still sounded as great then as he did in my younger days. And this song brings tears to my eyes everytime I hear it.

[@williaminman5731]

At 75 years old this really hits home, and yes the young will never understand until they get my age.

[@lynnallen1315]

A king in country!

[@drakehonest2]

Hey how are you doing today??

[@lolalong8322]

He's great!!!! He was always a great singer!!! I just love him!!

[@gerryvanderzeypen1214]

and at 75 now, YES, kind of wish I was that age again "18" and YES, I would do EVERYTHING different all over again,(not hurting so many along the way in my reckless journey in life).....

[@MrHolzheim]

You and me both my friend, I'm 74.

[@gerryvanderzeypen1214]

Not to worry, if you really want the next 52 to be right, IT WILL BE...good luck to you and be patient with yourself, it WILL all fall into place in time.

[@lfk76]

I’m just 45, but trying to get it right so I can look back and be proud of what I did later on. And to be someone my daughter can be proud of!

[@lannyfoster4875]

Good luck on your return trip Gerry ENJOY

[@gerryvanderzeypen1214]

@@lannyfoster4875 thanks Lanny, doing the best I can with what's left to do it with. AND YOU also have a wonderful journey as well!

[@lynnallen1315]

Lovely man

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing??

[@imagrandpa]

I have this CD. My advice is to get it. His voice actually got better as he aged!

[@retiredyeti5555]

Listened to this 5 months ago, and now it has even deeper meaning, with my younger sister having died 2 months ago, without advance warning. Life is fleeting - Young folks, enjoy and savor the days of your youth, for one day you will be in my shoes.

[@toro5338]

One of most sad but romantic song I ever heard. I'm 65 and maybe this helps a bit to recognise itself in the words of this beautiful song. The Mr. Price performance, is superlative !

[@Thomas-uw1gq]

Toooooo sad 😢, Nam Vet , too many innocent young lives gone!!! I would love to say so many things ,so many more hugs , not just hearing your screams & pain!

[@retiredyeti5555]

Now age 76, I understand this song much better than I did when I was 50.

[@robertsamson4610]

Yes ^^

[@waynekidd9426]

One day wishes like this one will be realized.Being young again and with perfect health.This is not simply a dream or a wish.Instead this is a promise found in Gods written word this with ever so many others.My faith and hope is what pleases our Creator,Jehovah God.Yours can too!!!

[@retiredyeti5555]

And it is "Just Around the Corner".

[@lonniebeavers7794]

To be 18 again . To change the mistakes and wrongs I've done . To love once again .

[@MultiBarbie310]

I saw him at panther hall in Fort Worth and never dreamed he would become so great wonder singer

[@jamesdean7099]

I wa, in his, latter years a Freind of Ray's. One evening, while sharing a bottle of sour mash Bourbon Whiskey, on his tour bus I asked him if he really wished he was 18 again. He answered in the affirmative. I told him that I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy, but hetold me that if he was 18 again, he could have 60 more years to entertain folks with his music. That was the last conversation I ever had with my Frein, he passed shortly thereafter. Makes me wish he could've been 18 again. Isorely miss Ray!

[@jackmaddocks1244]

Such a great singer,I will be 90 next year,i wish i was 18 again is my favorite record.

[@sondraseayyahoocom]

What a great man and a great voice, which tells the story of many of our lives! When you left us Mr. Price, we lost a true legend.

[@mervingravos3811]

Great voice and a great man.

[@QWZXM]

I am 71 and reasonably healthy. I have lots to be thankful for, although we loss our 37 year old mentally challenge daughter to a car accident almost 6 years ago. My wife only had a few cuts and bruises on that sad occasion. Can't turn back the years there's not much I would change. I met every challenge over the years and still facing a few. We All have challenges. Merry Christmas from cold and snowy Newfoundland.

[@OmondiOwala]

My all time favorite. RIP

[@mikeeldridge9457]

thanks U Tube for giving us great memories once again

[@AnasonluAyran]

GREAT. I cried. I am from Turkey and I love old country music.

[@michaelleonardis1540]

Now at a greater part of my life, I understand even more than before. I do wish I was 18 again.

[@thibodeaux99]

While I don’t want to be 18 again, I would take my 30’s. My dad loved Ray Price so I grew up listening to his 8-tracks and albums on the stereo that sat prominently in the living room. Such a beautiful voice even at his older age shown in this video. He never lost his voice. Thank you Mr. Price for the years of enjoyment you brought us and this song is extremely touching as we all get older. RIP.

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing..?😅

[@jerryj.kadera1146]

Hi my oldest sister told me when we pass away we are givein our 30 year old body again she said it has something to do with the age of Jesus when he passed away well I dont have proof I believe my sister

[@dorothylawson1389]

18 or 80, Ray Price was the best singer ever!

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing??

[@bishopaz]

This brings tears to me. Man could he sing.

[@NepaliThrive]

i too cant control my emotion win me

[@atthrower01]

Yep...say what you will, but the man had a set of pipes..

[@roostercogburn6469]

Damn Ray! Why couldn't you have lived forever!!? One of the top highlights of my life,, was the times I got to see you in person, even greater was taking my Daddy to see you. He was truly your biggest fan. No one in this entire world loved your music more than he! Miss the hell out of both of you!

[@mendolady1]

Heartwarming...Ray Price is the best ever.

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello 😍😍beautiful

[@jandeband]

THE TRUTH HERE, IS BEYOND WORDS. LOVE TIMES A THOUSAND

[@marietrotoir]

This song is so sad! Old men dreaming of their lost youth.

[@judsonclayto7813]

+jack irwin... my granddads name as well... made it to 94...

[@plaine59]

What the H is wrong w that!! Ur dream sheet must be a blank page...So Boring Jack move on!!!

[@lynncameron9885]

I don't think he was crying.. He had one heck of journey.. Loved him

[@casacohouse]

Not about lost youth, more about wrong choices, I hated school, could have done so,so much better, too late now, but not done too bad, still breathing, that's the most important thing.

[@gabischmidt4503]

jack irwin women as well. That is just how I feel.

[@patrickgraham2450]

WHAT A SONG JUST PERFECT FOR RAY PRICE .GENIUS AT WORK IF EVER I HEARD IT.

[@teevee2145]

Great song thanks Ray

[@michaelharris7298]

God I miss Ray. He was real country.

[@baldwinvp]

This is so awesome to run into. I ran the closeup floor camera and edited this concert back in 2008 I believe. This was such a wonderful concert and brings back some great memories. His voice was truly timeless!

[@jesseorona7737]

A lot of Class Ray..Wish Modern Country had the same SOUL..This is when Country Stood up to all kinds of Music..

[@claramecum8639]

I grew up with your great music Ray. Your voice always soothed me. RIP!

[@heathercampbell6340]

I love this song! I cried when you passed away, Ray. I grew up listening to your records thanks to my parents having a few of them! I knew all the words to “Grazing in Greener Pastures” at a young age.

[@antoniofernandesdequeiroga6197]

I can't hold my tears by listening that touching song.

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello 😍😍

[@jamesdunn9714]

Ray was a gifted singer no matter how old he was.

[@LenHummelChannel]

I'm 71 now and just barely making it through each new day. but even so thankful for every minute & second. Yes. how nice to be 18 again and in love with the beauty, eyes & body & soul of a young woman or girl. this simple song & lyric said it so very well.

[@David-k7r4n]

Ray Price's songs are a fountain of youth!

[@myannie42]

What a treat to have lived in this gentlemen's lifetime! I'm a wealthy man for it! And now I'm 3/4 HOME myself Ray...see ya soon!

[@drakehonest2]

Hello how are you doing??

[@marilyncooper7208]

I love this song so so much

[@jcpjean-claude4446]

i dont know Mr PRICE....it's a revelation for me....a fantastic voice very great country music ! i love !!!!!!!!!!

[@dawnjacobs718]

Where is the Love Button? I grew up with Mr.Ray Price..My Grandparents love for each other shined when they danced to your music.I Thank you Sir..And I love your music to this day.

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello 😍😍beautiful

[@TheFishdoctor1952]

If there is/was a better voice, I have yet to hear it.

[@buckwilson620]

Astrid Alberto

[@ronstopfer2315]

Ray Price...the Rembrandt of country music. A true legend. Farewell, Ray.

[@michaeljudge3401]

A true gentleman and entertainer who did it all for his audiences.

[@Brian-lu4gx]

turning 53 in 2 weeks and really not looking forward to another year older is just like creeping closer to the end. I also feel I was 18 again. All of the mistakes in my life wish for a do over again. I feel that I let time pass me by and I really wish I were young again to take life slower and learn to enjoy things that I had missed or messed up to turn the wrong right and not be so sad of turning another year older and still all alone. Ray sang this song with all the passion and meaning to the song. I suppose most all of us that are much older wish to be young and do at least some things totally different and correct the mistakes we happen to regret. Granted I`m not an older man than many but, still if I can step back looking at the thoughts of so man who wish they were 18 again. Thoughts slow down learn to enjoy life as we have it coming as we keep growing older. Thanks, Ray for the beautiful song as you have sung it.