ROY CLARK, YESTERDAY, WHEN I WAS YOUNG

[@warrenj6740]

Always liked this song when I was young. Now I'm 92 and have lost almost everything - house, wife, two sons, old friends and relatives, hobbies, ,,. I am thankful to still be mobile - walk and drive - but you can't believe what a loss it is to be old and alone, with nothing but photos and memories. :(

[@lisablake3733]

I'm so sorry. I guess at 71, I am lucky. My husband died, and of course, parents, and now a brother and close cousin, I had my two children when I was old, so I'm not likely to outlive them. They and my brother's family give me a support system. My Unitarian buddies and activities through them keep my life full.

[@TeresaWilliams-nk1kj]

Yes, sir, I can. The loss of my mother in 06, the passing of my dad four years ago, my stepmom gone as well…. all I have left is one sister who is way out in California and would never even consider coming to live here with me in this big house that neither of us knew as children, but my dad left me bc I was here for him in his last days. The final loss of my husband to another woman and his death through terrible health problems has totally isolated me from the world… so I got myself two dogs, and day in and day out I keep my eye on them and try to keep them satisfied with food and doggy Treats or whatever else they may need to be happy dogs.

[@TeresaWilliams-nk1kj]

Sir, I am dedicating myself to the good news that you do have something left in this life to look forward to: it’s life eternal in heavenly realms where there is no tears or crying, death or pain or suffering. My father said that going to church was just some old people trying to find a way to heaven. In reality, God wants a relationship with you right now - not in your old age, bc God is drawing you now, and he is in the restoration business! Read the story of Job if you will. Come to realize that the as we know, it is a living thing that shows you your reflection every time you open this pages. Read about yourself there, God will show you new ways. You never imagine even though you are 92!

[@TeresaWilliams-nk1kj]

The Bible is just as holy and potent as it ever has been! Read it, ruminate upon it, and never let it leave your side now this is 92. There’s no sense in leaving it at home!

[@WayneRetchford]

So sorry to hear i feel for you your a champion youve done well ❤

[@dc10fomin65]

This song is about me, first time I heard it was in 1969 when I was 20, today I am 75 and feel like crying listening to this music...............

[@bonniejenniges9626]

This was me too, 20 years old in 1969. I too feel the bitter taste of tears upon my tongue.

[@berneyvonk1]

This was me also. Today I’m 76 and yes, there are so many songs that won’t be sung

[@dc10fomin65]

@@berneyvonk1 Got to hear this song from a vinyl record with a scratch on it so you can hear the tic, tic, tic, of the scratch with a drink in your hand, tic, tic,.........My girlfriend died just 2 days ago and I will play Honey, Bobby Goldsboro next, and drink some more and also do some weed..................................down and out in Chicago.....

[@skeletorment]

Life is fleeting, but it ain't over till it's over, soldier!

[@maccostello1702]

Know just what you mean, and I'm 82.

[@RobertSilvestri86]

The older I become, the more beautiful and poignant this song by Roy becomes. Love it ‼️

[@deniseceli255]

Yes I totally agree and now after husbands and lovers, I find myself alone.

[@cloverenge47]

This has always been my favorite.

[@nomopms1]

If we can remember this song, we're gettin' kinda old. 🦕

[@ronaldbaldwin4505]

​@@deniseceli255 so sorry to hear that Denise. I too am alone and sad. Wanna be friends?

[@jasongibson5745]

I just had that very thought, as well, Sir.

[@gamming111]

I'm only 22 years old. And I just discovered this song. And it felt so much that it made me feel like I was 80 years old and listening to this song while thinking about my past and tears came to my eyes. It's a masterpiece😢❤

[@JohnAnglin-tg5mg]

What I wouldn't give to be 22 again... 😢

[@ovichitayat5796]

just make sure that when you get to be in your 60s you won't feel your life was a waste

[@Vanessa_Loves_Music]

I was about your age when I heard the original (Hier Encore by Charles Aznavour) and I remember thinking and acting (crying) the same as you ❣️ Together with "When I was 17" by Frank Sinatra those 3 songs guide(d) me during my (young) adult life. They just grow with me (and millions of people) the older I get. Their words and sounds hold me tight during my journey called "Life" and at the same time they are timeless! I can't think of any other song that evokes that feeling in me. Most (or all) important songs in my life relate to a certain period, which I think back to with melancholy. "Hier Encore", "Yesterday when I was young" and "When I was 17" relate to my (all of our) live(s) in one way or another ❤️

[@thejackel1844]

You sound like an "Old Soul" my friend...

[@rickshields8057]

Roy was a REAL MAN AND HE IS A LEGAND

[@hansboofer]

"Do not resent growing old, for many have been denied the privilege...." ---Old Irish proverb

[@Melinda8162]

yeah, but it's still not always 'fun'...all you have are those glorious memories, 'yesterday when you were young'!

[@johntullner3488]

))lll)

[@stevebrown4203]

Growing old isn't so bad, just the memories of being young.

[@ramaaji9379]

Hahaha

[@trishmcl9055]

Thank you for posting that comment. ❤

[@herbhouston5378]

I am at the point in my life where I can listen to this beautiful and poignant song sung so very well by Roy and think to myself , "I could have written that." That is my life. I will be 70 this October and as I look back reflectively I am forced to realize that we are all given time and some of us waste ours and throw it on things that don't matter at all. I find myself staring off into the distance at times and thinking of what might have been had I not been so foolish. Life is a journey and if I could wish anything for anybody I would wish for them more smiles and laughter and very few days of sorrow. Thanks for posting this incredible song.

[@hefferonjoe]

I feel you pain Herb - you're not alone

[@toonzee99]

EXCELLENT HERB!,,,,,JUST EXCELLENT....couldn't have said it better.

[@jimquantic]

I hear all that; this song speaks to most everyone I think--maybe not all in the same way and to the same degree, but it hits home for most all of us. At any point in our lives when we "wake up" it is time to pay for yesterday, when (we) were young

[@billwoodward921]

well said herb...i think we've all been there

[@donmotz5528]

Herb..........you said a mouthful......this song has magical powers to make all of us reflect on our lives, good or bad...and yes it does tell us of decisions that might not have been the best....Good health to all. Thanx for the memories.

[@nomadbud4378]

Now at 81 and very sick I think back on what I would have changed , But why its to late . Thank you God for the days you are giving me .

[@juneberggren2249]

So beautiful. I'm 70 now and understand.

[@antonnym214]

Roy should have got more recognition for his vocals, in addition to his wonderful guitar and banjo work. He sang with such heart.

[@codzy3532]

yep agreed i think johnny cash is overated to me personally roy could run rings around mr cash and johnny cash didnt do jail time at all he sang about jail freddy fender did jail time merle haggard did til ronald reagan got him out at the time before he was president he was in politics though yep sometimes ppls taste in music is in their bums 😉

[@rudygracia5573]

Roy didn't get enough respect cuz he had such a goofball personality(Hee Haw).People had a hard time taking him seriously.He had a goofy face too,and pudgy.A true legend nevertheless.

[@ReneJustice-mb7hu]

Goofy face?!? He was very handsome. Very talented too. Be nice with your comments! No reason to insult this man.

[@singers1990]

I'm nearing 79, the time for reflection. The youth and arrogance is gone. A lot of my friends have gone. Every day is sweet.

[@jeweldotson3891]

Just about to turn 83, still in good health however this song speaks volumes to me, & Roy does it best.

[@quilt2100]

Same here at 78 ..

[@saintburnsy2468]

Hi Jewel! I wish you many more great, happy, healthy years! I hope your loved ones are taking good care of you 😊

[@tigertank06]

Good for you, man!

[@jeweldotson3891]

@@saintburnsy2468 Thanks, I'm still in great shape for 83, still active no prescription medicines ,

[@saintburnsy2468]

@@jeweldotson3891 That's really great to hear! Yeah a lot of people by then are popping all kinds of pills... what's your secret, ma'am? 😁

[@robertmrugala7898]

I listened to this in 1969 when i came home from Vietnam . Now I'm 74 and still have tears when when I hear this.

[@corkylloyd8525]

Thank You for your Service ❤

[@alanstar9175]

robertmrugula Thank you for your military service and enduring the most difficult time of the Vietnam War. God bless you!

[@rubengonzales7897]

What a wonderful song

[@terryrenee9945]

Thank you so much for your service

[@RobertVassallo-z7m]

Im 81 a Nam Vet and thinking about all my brothers who never reached 21. Tears always fall when I hear this beautiful song

[@jacquesandrebeaulieu9860]

This is a most beautiful song, fabulously done by Roy Clark. Unfortunately, most people are not aware that the original was written by a French singer by the name of Charles Aznavour, under the title: " Hier encore, j'avais 20 ans ". They have both passed away now, and I am sure they are singing together, wherever they now roam. May the both of you rest in peace. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your great legacy.

[@SheilaR.08]

Love them both. I especially like Aznavour's "She," in both English and French. Classic.

[@jamespasifull3424]

It constantly frustrates the hell out of me, when people latch onto a later version of a song, like this cover, & dismiss the original out of hand! Charles Aznavour puts his heart and soul into performing this classic, then gets derided for 'talking' the song!! It seems that USA 'music lovers' only love USA singers, or should I say, only KNOW USA singers!! If it happens outside their borders, it's not worthy!! 🙄

[@cloverenge47]

I did know. I found his version, but it doesn't compare to Roy Clark's for me.

[@alanstar9175]

This was my Mom's favorite song. It's a sad song as I think as we all age (I'm 64), we think back to when we were young. When you are young, you can't understand old age until you get there. My mom passed on to the other side 22 years ago. My wife and I took care of her for her last 15 months of terminal illness. I would never trade anything for that experience of caring for her in her darkest days when she needed me. Today is her earth birthday (May 11). So now I listen to this song with tears in my eyes. I think of my Mom every day. She was a wonderful mother and a beautiful person, always selflessly caring for others. I miss you, Mom. Happy to see that you got your rest in heaven. Seer you again when it is time for me to pass over to the other side. Hopefully I have another 15 or 20 years. But no one is promised tomorrow. So I must live my life every day and live more in the present than in the past or future.

[@petreeceful]

That was a beautiful story about your mom and this lovely song! I think of my childhood and my parents as well with great Love.....

[@alanstar9175]

@@petreeceful Thank you for your comment. Enjoy the time you have with the people you love.

[@RedWolf17]

❤❤❤❤

[@alexanderneumann2344]

Das hast du wunderbar geschrieben 😢

[@alanstar9175]

@@alexanderneumann2344 Thank you!

[@LindaCagwin]

Beautiful song. I'm 80, it's my life story !😢

[@McCelt1968]

This is an unusually fantastic song. I heard his song in the 70's as a child and liked it. I heard it again in my 20's. Still liked it, but was able to grasp what he was talking about. In my 40's I understood the song which impacted me more deeply. In my 50's it often brings a tear. The song itself has grown and changed with me throughout my life.

[@amyh2594]

Perfectly said.

[@billjimm]

You're right, You Have to live through Decades of life's Ups And Downs to truly appreciate this song in its essence

[@davidb2206]

I just got a leg chill(bumps) reading your words. THAT is good writing.

[@gailhawkins2210]

Well said - my life

[@lilinjohnson5763]

it feels good to hear the echo to Roy's vocal and touching lyrics.

[@GeorgeSwift-qj1ik]

This song will be reflective to nearly everyone . A sad refrain for being young.

[@regprofant6984]

Herb I am 72 and agree totally with you. The saddest part of my life now is how much I miss my wife to reminisce with. I feel I should have died with her as I have no one to share with.

[@RobertSilvestri86]

At 74, that's two of us. Now the tears are flowing once again.

[@bisonette5]

Mine was murdered 10 years ago...I miss her every day, almost every minute

[@youtubingbabs]

You'll see her again... But it should be in God's perfect timing. ❤ She's with you. Just don't doubt it when you feel it!

[@youtubingbabs]

@Talkin Bout Nawlins I just lost my Mother. We'd listen to music together on KZbin. I was the dj. I'm staying up late playing some of our favorites tonight because I am too nervous for her burial tomorrow. ❤

[@youtubingbabs]

@Talkin Bout Nawlins thanks, kindly. We made it through the day. Now moving forward. I can definitely tell she's with me and at peace so I know I'll have rough times, but they're part of life. Always the good with the bad in this world. I have faith not in the next.

[@johnhancock2914]

I FEEL LIKE CRYING LISTENING TO THIS SONG REFLECTING ON MY LIFE AND REMEMBERING WHEN I WAS YOUNG. 😢

[@MrPizza063]

so many memories

[@a_sea_oasis]

💔😭

[@triciaschwab3433]

Yes! Me too! 😭💔.

[@lynnkowalla1315]

Like so many of us

[@geraldcolsher9642]

Makes me cry, how stupid I was.regrets too many..

[@outlawofga]

Man o man what a great song to sum up most of us. We ran so hard chasing worthless things an people... Only to end up lost an lonely in many ways. Life is oh soooo very short... Take time to invest in worthy things,God,family and friends.... On your Deathbed.. That's what'll really be important... The fine home and Bitchin Corvette won't be a thought in your mind.......true story. 💯😉

[@nerblebun]

As a legally certified old geezer I will tell y'all the truth... A single DAY seems to drag on & on, yet the YEARS just fly by.

[@bigfoot1947]

Got that right grandpa.

[@ColonelMarcellus]

You hit the nail on the head, brother!

[@TheMenghi1]

Good bless you, gramps! My grandfather told me that the years didn't fly by so quickly. He had a hard life, so they really felt them.

[@mrbeaverstate]

So sad but true. Bothers the hell out of me.

[@richardbruggeman2953]

So very true! I was about 45 ish when this truth became evident. In my teens & 20's my parents would tell me this. Thought they were nuts. They were just wiser than a dumb kid.

[@billlloyd4354]

That line, "There are so many songs, in me, that won't be sung", hits me harder with each passing year.

[@deniseceli255]

Hi Bill, yes the older we get the more regrets we have especially when we lost the loves in our lives and now are alone. Each time I listen to this song I cry.

[@deniseceli255]

So many women who feel as you do but do not let that stop you from offering your heart and soul that lives on with hope

[@candido7491]

With so much musical tech and information available online... listening to this song again - I feel closer to losing my fear of success. I remember young dreams of being remembered after death - at least a minimal fraction of the time - that even in my " Beat The Clock " youth I knew Glen Campbell would be. His daughter honors him very beautifully with a song she wrote for him in his declining years. My own feelings of loss... " There are so many songs - in me that won't be be sung - I feel the bitter taste of tears upon my toungue " - he didn't write it, but he sang it as if he'd lived it. He knocked down musical barriers and stretched genres in many musical directions. Many rock stars knew and respected him.

[@billlloyd4354]

@@candido7491 In my case it's thinking I would have the time to pursue a dream I had. My wife and I married young, and had two sons. We got them through college, they married, and we now have six grand children. After retiring we tended to aging parents. I'm not feeling sorry for myself, but to you young people out there, if you have a dream, pursue it. Relentlessly.

[@dc10fomin65]

First time I heard this was 1969 when I was 20, now I am 74 and every word of this song is about me, as I type this I wipe tears away from my eyes and cheeks.....................

[@joeysuda2396]

Back in the 1970s I met Mr, Roy Clark in st,Louis mo at the many opera he was kind enjoyed the talk with him and the music he sung was good he signed my autograph book my mom was with me she loved his music I love listening to his music it brings back memories when I was young I loved watching him on hee haw he was a great man and a wonderful singer I no he's sing for Jesus now and singing with the hee haw gosful quartet I love there music brings me closer to Jesus , may Jesus always bless his family. And may Roy Clark s. Memory last for generations to come. Thank you Roy Clark for all the great songs you sung and for all the kindness you showed to us fans may you sleep in Jesus and one day I want to meet you in heaven ,,god bless. John 3. 16-17

[@3962_]

Wow, that takes me back....a long long way back.

[@DavidRice111]

I'm 71 and there's so many regrets~ so many changes I'd make, and yet~ there's been so many Blessings. What a confusing thing life is.

[@alicebrown2007]

Sure is only good memories I have are my children ! 2 bad Husbands is enough for 7 lifetimes

[@caretaker245231]

RIP Roy, now you and Buck can sit around "pickin and a'grinnin' once more

[@julieporter7805]

caretaker245231 Not a Hee Haw fan but that brought tears to my eyes.

[@debbieatchison9405]

Rest in peace. Thank you for the entertainment throughout the many years. You're one heck of a musician.

[@rudykirkpatrick1695]

Amen Praise our Savior God

[@katherineharrington3200]

I have so many wonderful memories of watching Hee Haw curled up with my Dad

[@caretaker158]

@Who am I Really check your facts.... NOT a hoax. I always verify things like this before posting.

[@greglassen4698]

This was my Dad's favorite song (followed by "Is That All There Is?" by Peggy Lee)... He was a strong, kind hearted but mostly quiet man who grew up through the Great Depression & served in WW2. I lost him when I was in my 20's, a victim of Dioxin poisoning from work at a NJ chemical plant in the 1950's. He was only 69 when he passed away in 1989... As a child, I never understood the sadness that he held so close inside... Later in life, I came to understand it mostly because of the songs he loved. A strong man of his generation, who did his best for me & my four brothers & Mom. Now, at 65 myself, I wish that I could have known him better & still think of my Dad often, especially when I hear the songs that he loved. 💔💔

[@NGH99999]

Every once in a rare while a song comes along that reaches right down into your heart and grabs hold of it. And, for three minutes, you hear the notes fleeting by, you feel the blood coursing through your brain, and tears singe the corners of your eyes. Every heartache, every regret, every unsaid word. This is no mere country song. It's a summoning call to one's spirit, reminding you of important things you must do before you complete your journey.

[@williampotter2098]

It's not a "country" song at all .... Not that I don't like country ... It just isn't country ....

[@anombrerose6311]

Amen.

[@Monalisa9603]

Yup like tonight on hee haw roy clark sung burning bridges i cant find that song i want to save it where is burning bridges by roy clark

[@Monalisa9603]

Ok found it by jack scott

[@marieherrington340]

William Hastings I love what you said. Thank you and God bless you.

[@williamhbonnie5514]

An absolutely beautiful song that so many of us, in our later years, can relate too and truly understand. We live the earlier part of our lives as if there is no end and no consequence for the neglect, abuse, and wrong doing we put forth toward others and ourselves. I dont dwell on regrets but i have many. So many things i said or didn't say. So many things i did or didnt do. Trust that i lost and hearts that were broken. If only we knew then what we know now. At 58 years old i was growing up during Roy's prime years. Watched him on the Grand Ole Opry and HeeHaw. He was an amazing talent as a musician, singer, and comedian. RIP Roy. You and this song take me back to yesterday when i was young. May God hold you in his loving arms.

[@jimdep6542]

Amen

[@lutherdrayton6535]

Jesus Christ God Almighty , you are right on hit ..I feel what you said too ..Thank You ! !

[@lutherdrayton6535]

Dear Mr Bonnie , that was the most heartfelt felt speech that I could have, that I should have, it also pertains to me to ,that just blew my hair back, now I need a new haircut😊😁, Thank you, that was beautiful !! Much peace and love thanks !!

[@fredmartine674]

Well said, I couldn't have said it any better. A great beautiful speech, William..👍

[@williamhbonnie5514]

@@fredmartine674 Thank you Fred. These trying times, with the covid virus and all that goes with it, makes me travel back in my mind even more. We felt like we would live forever back then and face no consequence for anything we done. It seems life has an occasional cruel lesson to teach us about living from the heart with honesty and humility. Kinda sad that it takes some of us way too many years to learn those lessons. God bless you sir and God bless America.

[@MARIERiggs-b7k]

A sad, but beautiful song. Appreciate every day. I just turned 70.

[@Bill93848]

My late father used to listen to this song many times and I could always see a sorrowful expression on his face. He was a brave man and I respect him tremendously for his optimism and for being such a positive and supportive presence in my life despite the many hardships he endured, losing his own father at age eight being the worst of them. May he rest in peace. I love you, Dad. You'll always be my role model.

[@redirishrose9857]

I hurd many driver's in my career complain.About the older people an their slow driving in there RV,s.I would remind them they were once young an hopefully they will live to be older.And that we need to watch out for the children because we were once young and one day we will be older and slower.None ever said a word.

[@rickgardner9126]

That’s so sweet and beautiful

[@hannahhills6592]

This is my dads funeral song, he wants my sister and I to sing at his funeral. I can’t imagine how many times i’ll break down.

[@Bill93848]

@@hannahhills6592 Naturally, I hope that your dad has many more happy years left. May I be so bold as to pass on a word of advice from my late father? Don't be afraid of death. Why be afraid of doing something that countless cowards have done before you? Please don't ever pass up a chance to tell your Pop that you love him. My own father was a great man in many ways. He was the best friend whom I have ever had. We had our differences. In 1995, he hurt me pretty badly. You should never hold onto petty grievances from the past. You can't stay angry forever. That's just not healthy. I hope that my Pop is happy in Heaven.

[@cooldog60]

When you are young all you think about is the future. When you are old all you think about is the past. Time goes by so fast.

[@thinkingoutloud6741]

When you are young, all you have is the future. When you are old, all you have is the past. And yes, the time between is too short.

[@greg2976]

yes it does!!!!

[@guycarlos3169]

I never thought about the future when I was young I was too busy playing but I do think about the past now that I'm older.

[@outbackeddie]

This was one of those songs that made me drop what I was doing until the song was over. Nobody did this song better than Roy Clark.

[@xiliox6892]

outbackeddie charles aznavours version

[@alexmoor9389]

Actually Charles Aznavour is the writer of this song. France 1964

[@yousofkakhki1223]

agree . Roy Clark sings it more emotional. i love it.

[@neilsteen100]

I agree. I remember hearing it as a kid and it always made me listen. Weird.

[@musiccollector]

The best version on the planet.

[@elenadejesus7489]

Go ahead, rip my heart out! If only can go back, I'd change so many things. My heart breaks for all the years I've wasted. Young people, listen up ... Don't waste your life. When you look back, you want to smile and say to yourself... I serve God and when I'm older, I'll still be serving God. May He say in my last days... you served me well my good and faithful servant. Knowing this and hoping He will take you home when you get close to your time hopefully will give you peace because what is here is not what you take with you.

[@1mparcher]

As a teen, I was full of it, thinking I knew it all. In my twenties, I was off to an incredible start, a family. As I approached my forties, my confidence started to fall with every strand of hair. My fifties were a blur, a divorce, kids leaving the nest. Now 70, "how & when?"

[@deniseceli255]

Open your heart and soul for a woman will see who you truly are inside. Yes I know dating on line is useless perhaps a chance meeting is waiting for you.

[@candido7491]

... how the years run away...

[@MattyNelson-rs3ik]

Yes they sure do,

[@wayneworley1293]

I have always loved this song and now being 58 wish I could go back to Yesterday when I was young RIP Mr Roy Clark you are gone but not forgotten and your music Will live forever!

[@bonniestanczyk2037]

This song, the melody, seemed to catch my heart so young. I loved hearing Roy Clark sing this on Hee Haw. I really didn't pay attention to the words being young but it was magical. I lost my precious dad at age 14 and I wrote a poem for his funeral that I would sing to this tune. Thank you Roy Clark for a masterpiece.

[@sparkyguitar0058]

It's not his song originally but he definitely brought it to America's attention. And these words mean so much different thoughts now that I'm older. Sorry for your loss so young.

[@gerimcdonald1581]

Love, love this song you have to live a while to appreciate the message thanks to Mr. ROY CLARK

[@donnabroughalpelletier3685]

68 today, This song speaks to me. Although I am in remission at the moment I have a rare & aggressive cancer. Time is fleeing.

[@SY-oy7st]

This song will live forever. ❤

[@johnbruington6950]

74 years old and here is my song. In love 4 times, betrayed 4 times and never expected to be tossed aside so easily -but reading the comments I see I am not alone.

[@edamnaf9265]

I feel you there...60...same experience.... Hope you're well.

[@JH-rk9gd]

My prayers are with you

[@johnbruington6950]

@@edamnaf9265 Still in recovery - hope you are doing better.

[@deniseceli255]

Hi John I am 72 years old have been married a few times in my lifetime. Did you ever profess your love for them and adore them are my two questions to you when listening to the song which is one of my favorites he lost his love from arrogance and pride. Humbleness is one hell of an adoring attribute.

[@johnbruington6950]

@@deniseceli255 Since you ask - I did profess my love in daly acts of caring - but apparently not enough. I guess "arrogance and pride" were factors as both Roy and I were totally clueless as to why the EX ran off. I had hoped to try to do counseling and face up to issues I did not understand but she refused. To this day she remains toxic and ,while not eplaining what went wrong, simply laufhs at my pain. That is what I hear in Roy's song - the pain and bewilderment of being suddenly tossed aside without eplanation or opportunity to address whatever issues caused her to lose her interest.

[@HerbWalker]

I want my "1970's" back!!! :(

[@waynejones5181]

You got that right.

[@brucepowell9252]

We need a Time machine very badly. Still looking for plans.

[@jagsfanrick]

ah the 70's. It was my preteen years so yes bring it back!

[@ricktemmen6272]

Herb Walker I want my 1960's back lol

[@cooldog60]

I want the 60's back.

[@faraamarz1]

When I was young(1971) I listened this song 500 times . However I was really young

[@byronsmith8967]

Roy Cark dead at age 85. One of the best stringed instrument players who ever lived. I saw you in person at the Indiana State Fair when Hee-Haw was in its heyday. Thank you for the many years of good music and entertainment. Love for your family from the Hoosier State.

[@rudyfertal6574]

Byron Smith eye

[@zookr]

Same age as Tim Conway, hope I can make it that far

[@billjimm]

He was truly gifted I've never heard anyone who could touch him on the banjo

[@inesquijada2201]

@@billjimm Qué onda

[@lgaytan65]

It's so sad, but you don't get to fully understand this song until you get much older. I remember hearing this tune on the radio back when I was just a young child & now a much older man, it really hits home.

[@guycarlos3169]

Killing me softly with his song, telling my whole life with his words, killing me softly with his song.

[@varigdc10]

First time I heard this song was around 1968 or 9, really liked the melody and the words. I was about 20 then and thought strange that I was so young, yet loved this song. Now I'm 65, and still remember the lyrics, and the melody, and finally understand the meaning of each word he says, very true........

[@marktercsak5580]

I remember this song, quite frankly one of the best songs of the time and Roy was not only one of the best guitar players of the period ,but one of the best musicians period.

[@sallyweideman2450]

Saw Roy in concert at the Jersey shore around 1974. Just loved this song & the beautiful way he sang it♡

[@themanfromaspen7073]

this song has always summed up most of our lives I have cried to this powerful song on many nights as I grew older and looked back on my life and I am sure that there are many of us who have felt the same way May God bless us all

[@davzamram]

Same here, brother........I pride myself on not being a cry baby but, What's all that wet stuff on my face?.......I hear you...Peace and Love......

[@maryroaten]

The story of my life and many others on his surly earth.

[@wolfen7676]

you hit it on the head

[@mamatibborscassady9388]

Yep........great voice, great message.............THOSE WERE THE DAYS.

[@noeldoran8884]

i feel your pain

[@marilynhull7675]

No body,but nobody can sing this like Roy Clark.I loved this when I was young,and love it more now that,I'm not young.Thank You Roy Clark for this Gem !

[@candido7491]

Nobody can sing it better than he did - but every body and his brother ( and sister ) wants to record it. The French gentleman who wrote and sang/talked it... Well - ... Glen Campbell's version will always be the best one.

[@carolrountree6268]

Me too. I recall Roy was on Her haw.i am now 64 and still singing next to Clapton, Roy is a way cool guy.happy days ahead from me in Canadam

[@jamespasifull3424]

Charles Aznavour wrote it, so his recording, where he sings HIS words, is bound to top all others, otherwise RC would've written it himself, wouldn't he? 🤔

[@barrys4922]

I saw Roy sing this on TV 50 years ago. Never heard it again, but when I heard he'd died today, it came immediately to mind. R.I.P. Roy

[@arnenelson4495]

Same here....

[@danielharness7974]

May the young carefully consider and contemplate this song and its meaning for them.

[@BUDDY63131]

Thanks. We will try our best to live with no regret!

[@williampotter2098]

Just not going to happen. It is the young's job to ignore us and change the world and die young. The problem now is that the young think they should get what they want without working for it. They think they deserve it ....

[@bluelight6520]

I'm only 13 and this song just touches my heart so much, the world is changing my generation is very messed up.

[@jeanie4186]

@@williampotter2098 generalization about all young

[@Remember1864]

Rest in Peace Roy - 15 NOV 2018

[@patriotastronomer5113]

@Lisa Stanton, it seemed that it was barely a footnote in the news. I was surprised as well...

[@daleyingling4868]

Very sad...he was a wonderfully talented musician and entertainer.

[@fastvega]

@@patriotastronomer5113 I only found out watching a Hee Haw rerun on RFD Channel. Had it been some doped up rap singer, probably would've been front page news.

[@cathymcivor7457]

He was so talented and so handsome. Funny, also. I remember him from Hee Haw, a great show.

[@helenbullock1889]

Rest in peace

[@brucepowell9252]

Roy Clark has told the story of life here for many, including me, and it chokes me up whenever I hear this at age 62. I know it's too damn late to change much of stuff I messed up, so going on with what is left, you know, and that ain't all that much.

[@davzamram]

I hear you, it chokes me up too but I will not cry over spilled milk. Life is full of surprises and challenges. Guess what? I'm 67 and just quit smoking, cold turkey and all, goin' on 20 days now. Living overseas off my S. S. plenty to do and live for, Ride a Motorcycle and play congas at a local dive, Never a dull moment....Bless you buddy, don't give up, fight back like a son of a gun.....

[@native4329]

This song is definitely me! My good times are long gone and I have nothing to show for it! I took life for granted in my younger years. This is a very powerful song and brings tears to my eyes.

[@bidenthepotato9411]

Me too.

[@MattyNelson-rs3ik]

Ask God to redeem the wasted years,and to restore to you the years the locust has eaten,the swarming locust, the chewing locust,the consuming locust and the crawling locust..look up the verse in the BIBLE, JUST GOOGLE IT.

[@saintburnsy2468]

My grandpa died today. He was a huge fan of yours, Roy. My mom would always tell me how much "Dad" loved Roy Clark, and I always thought that she was talking about my dad... it wasn't until a couple years ago that I learned it was actually _her_ dad- my grandpa! He and I were very close. He was basically my father-figure growing up, in the absence of my actual father. I owe much of who I am as a man to my grandpa... We've both served in the military, and he was very proud of me for enlisting. I hope that, now that I'm out of the military, I will continue to make his memory proud. Perhaps you and he can hang out together now.

[@thinkingoutloud6741]

And the irony of the song is so strong. The younger you are, the less likely you are to understand the message. I remember this song being there through a large part of my life and my growing understanding is an innate part of the song and memories. Love it. Thank you for singing this, Roy. See you soon. 😢

[@Smada1961]

This gem came out when I was a child, and of course I didn't understand the meaning, nor appreciate the beauty of it...But now growing close to 60 I understand & truly appreciate it.

[@MBrown-qw4ei]

Rest in peace Mr. Clark. You were a rare multi talented and humble man. You will be missed. Now you and Buck will re-unite for one great concert .

[@Scranton0]

I remember when it was a hit in late 1969. I was just a boy but appeciated the wisdom of his lyrics.

[@nobodyinterviews]

I remember seeing him sing it on "Hee Haw," which was on our TV every single Saturday night. Beautiful music...simpler times.

[@marthamann7685]

So much truth and wisdom in this song. Rest easy, Roy Clark.

[@user-rz6bc2cl3c]

Remember playing Roy, when I was in 'Radio'. What a song, it always brings the 'showers' to flow. Means a lot to all of us. As, we all have a 'Yesterday'. Sad, but, some of the 'yesterdays' were 'sweet. ❤️ OP...

[@michaelmeans1057]

Song never gets old. Each time I listen to it I am mesmerized by the words

[@mattybinder747]

My mom liked this song.

[@jpeluso50]

I even liked this song yesterday ... when I was young.

[@jimmyriddles]

So did I , I listened to the Lena Martell version at 15 years of age and loved it... but now at 3 score years the words just get you right there... love this song..

[@mikeyiniko]

me too. and I was 11 when it was on the charts. it's a beautiful vocal.

[@anielynguevarra9078]

Jim Peluso

[@anielynguevarra9078]

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Jim Peluso

[@dave327ful]

Roy Clark sang with incredible sincerity and plucked the strings with a sense of urgency. He was one of a kind!

[@deniseceli255]

Hi David, yes this came from his heart and soul and is so so very true.

[@rohoroyarrington3224]

I heard this song for the first time in 1969 as a 21 year old in Vietnam. the lyrics talked to me then and I remember those days and all the years that have passed fondly. I still long for yesterday when I was young. RIP Roy Clark

[@RH-jl8qr]

I was just a kid watching this man with my grandparents in the 70s. He just seemed so nice, I kinda wanted to be like him. Fun,happy, talented. Never a stranger to anyone. Thank you for those memories Roy.

[@gerjoedev5141]

Wow, such a great song. Beautifully done by Roy. He sang this at Mickey Mantle's funeral and now each time I hear this I think of the MICK!! MIckey was playing golf with Roy and he told him, "You got to sing that at my funeral. That's my life."

[@lisareed5669]

GerJoe Dev OMG. I just made a comment about The Micks funeral. I had made the mistake of thinking Roy was dead and then realized I was remembering that offering (don't want to say performance). Someone else on another thread was wondering "when" Roy died (not yet), and I wrote that I'll bet they were thinking of when Roy played that funeral. So much emotion.

[@mlbf2327]

Beautiful. I have no words, only tears. Overwhelmed by emotion.

[@philipklingenberger5539]

RIP Roy your work here is done go play music for/with God !

[@luvmypet78]

I am turning 60’s, I tear when I listened to this song, brought back a lot of memories to many of us, I treasured and live my life to the fullness, at least I am. trying

[@kkikkert8581]

RIP Roy Clark. I grew up watching Hee Haw and loved it. One of my favorite songs is Yesterday. Thanks for entertaining us.

[@survivrs]

Wow, the sound of the needle on the vinyl with the little noises here and there.....takes me back to the 70's when I would be up late at night with headphones on, sketching while listening to so many artists.

[@louisearon5172]

Words so true times wait for no-one you don't realise it at the time xx

[@margricks]

RIP. Mr. Clark. You were one of the best!

[@antonioberti1180]

many years ago, when i was young... ciao from Italy...

[@viclawson5645]

Almost 74 now and reminiscing about "old" songs and made me think back to one of my old favorites especially when you're getting old. Roy Clark passed away just a short time ago. I always considered him to be so incredibly musically talented. I wondered if there wasn't any instrument he couldn't play and he was better than anybody else. Sad to think of him being gone when I saw him on TV not too long ago in an interview about Glen Campbell.

[@jamesmonroe7903]

I would like to dedicate this to the song’s original writer-the late great French music genius-Charles Aznavour who passed on this week. There’s just one word to describe Aznavour’s skill-MAGNIFIQUE! Au revior,Monsieur!🇫🇷

[@plaine59]

Thank You Charles 4 your gift of understanding and guidance to deal w our past... R.I.P.

[@robertburns3087]

Thank you Roy and Charles from Rob Burns

[@echoesofthedead]

I sit back, and remember this song. this is my life, with tears in my eyes. I took so very much for granted, with neither thought, or foresight of what lay ahead for me. so much was ahead, that I shunned, lessons which I should have learned, but disregarded. if only I could get a "do-over"...but, that's not to be either...just what I have, is what I have. nothing more, nothing less...

[@randyransford4501]

Roy - I'll miss you. Thank you for allowing me to back you up in the late 70's at Montego Bay in Lawton, Ok. As we all know; Roy was one unbelievable guitarist and communicator. Montego Bay brought Roy in back in the late 70's for their grand opening and we were the house band at the time." 'Sylvester Smith' w/LOVE" was our stage name. I was the original pianist for the group. One night when Roy was performing, I heard all this clanging going on through the PA system and looked up and Roy's guitar strap had broken and the guitar fell to the stage. Calmly; as the music continued and nothing was amiss he walked over to his left and got another guitar out of the case. Adjusted the strap and in the mic he said "That's what this one is for". lol Man! What a humorist. Thanks for the memories Roy. God Bless You! I will NEVER forget you. Randy

[@8memaw]

This song sure tugs at the heart! Thank you Roy for your contribution to the rest of us RIP ♥️

[@pablomoya6554]

I meditated over the memories that had been for Roy, although I was only 22 when I first heard it. Now, at age 78, I appreciate it even more. I saw Roy perform in Annapolis, MD some 21 years ago. His voice was not what it one was, but he was such a great person nobody minded it. My big regret is he didn't sing this song.

[@FreethinkingSecularist]

We can all thank Charles Aznavour for writing this song so many years ago, and Roy Clark for making it understandable in English. Marvelously reflective.

[@mtchair4me]

And I forgive him for his foolish demands made to sooth his perceived wrongs. we were not the enemy. But you were the right man for the job at the time. We recognized that and though a great price, well worth it.

[@neilwilliams929]

Someone pointed out to me that Roy sang this 50 years ago ! OH WOW! .....half a century ! That does make me old before my time

[@LoriGuttilla]

I REMEMBER WHEN THIS SONG FIRST CAME OUT AND ROY CLARK SANG IT IN "HEE HAW", A COUNTRY SHOW, VERY POPULAR AT THAT TIME IN THE 70"S. LOVE THIS SONG, BRINGS SOME SAD AND GOOD MEMORIES TO MIND..

[@davidzimmer7873]

Lori Guttilla hi Lori

[@luvemcats888]

I was lucky, I heard this song for the first time in my youth, about 40 years ago and kept the lessons in mind throughout the years. This song and Rudyard Kipling's amazing poem titled "if" have been my guides to this day. I have few regrets and don't dwell on any of them, because that would just be a waste of time and resources. Thanks to Charles Aznavour for this wonderful, insightful, and so very wise song, and to Rudyard Kipling for the greatest poem I have ever come across.

[@debrabrickus8467]

Wow the poem "if" is on my wall, my favorite poem and this song has been my favorite most of my life. I have both of them nearly memorized. Weird coincidence. 👍

[@williamwright4551]

Agree with so many previous comments. This version of the song NEVER fails to make me cry - even though I am now 67 and have - and still have - basically had a good life. Don't we all wish we could have done things differently, and - in the words of one commentator, more or less, "Can I please have back the 70's?" So many wasted opportunities, so many poor decisions, so much ignorance, so much arrogance masquerading as pride. Still, our past mistakes can make us into the improved (hopefully) versions of ourselves today. Now I just hope my children will never resonate with the sentiments expressed in the song.

[@julieporter7805]

I was never a fan of his or Hee Haw but this song is powerful, beautiful, and one of my favorites. RIP, Roy.

[@doubletoothpix]

Heard him perform this on stage several times......I still cry when I hear it. I live watching this guy perform......one of the greats

[@sawyerhoffman4370]

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[@speedyneutrino1729]

When my son was about 17, I pulled this up on KZbin and told him how profound this tune was. He's now 31 and calls me from Atlanta every few days and sometimes tells me that he still listens to this song from time to time...and he agrees that it's extremely profound, especially for young men. Even though I admire his accomplishments, I still wish I could have him back about five years old again.......sigh.

[@johnkelly6471]

+SpeedyNeutrino172 omg I read your comment and I felt like I was kicked in the chest by a jackboot. I would give every moment I have remaining to have may son at 5. The last time I cried was when my mother died, until I read your last 13 words. God they hurt. This song always brought me memories and now a new one. I should say thanks but tears are in the way.

[@scottperry67]

Same here my friend. My babies are all grown young adults now as well. I just lost my Mom last month. What I would give to have my babies 5 again.

[@speedyneutrino1729]

+John Kelly ...John, I wish my words didn't cause you grief but the words came from my heart at that moment. I wish you the very best in the future.

[@speedyneutrino1729]

+scott perry ...I certainly understand exactly how you feel and as you know, I share your sentiments. You have my understanding and my compassion. Best wishes to you.

[@mississippisteeler95]

I like this song. Lots of feeling in it. The words are just so well chosen and full of meaning and depth.

[@debbiewilkinson4277]

Just beautiful. I was a young girl when Mr. Clark came out with this song.. it still makes me cry hearing the hurt in missed opportunities and how hopeless 😔 the words sound

[@donaldshields6876]

I liked this song when it first came out. Now, at 70 I truly know how my youth was wasted on dreams of love and not really knowing what love is truly about.

[@deniseceli255]

Hi Donald, very sorry you truly never fell in love or lost the love of your life as I did and now I am alone with songs and memories.

[@anombrerose6311]

Came out just as I was graduating from high school - made huge, and eventually, a life-changing impact on me. Very thankful for the great Heart that Roy put into this song. It still makes me cry when I hear it. Thank you, Roy. God bless you for this song.

[@bearfatty69]

There's sad tone to his voice which adds up the sorrowful feelings of the song. Love this. Thank you for posting.

[@sdcope02]

A lot of the youth in the fast crowd today should listen closely to this song and take it to heart. There is definitely a lesson to be taught to them from this song.

[@TheGadgettracker]

The world has been blessed having you in it, Roy. May your family have peace with your passing. Another great, lost.

[@Johnnycdrums]

Moves me deeply. Thank you.

[@marieherrington340]

I have never heard or felt the words and beautiful music as this song done by Roy Clark. I played the game of love and lost. I dreamed a thousand dreams and they are all gone..

[@marieherrington340]

@Nicholas Moore hello

[@marieherrington340]

@Nicholas Moore I'm good. Thanks Sleepy its 2:40 in the morning. Goodnight

[@jonnykatyward]

This was one of my mom's favorite songs, and she loved Roy Clark. RIP Mom.

[@Sparks84]

Realizing he had squandered most of his youth Charles aznavour wrote this song when he was 40. But thanks to the Saving Grace of Jesus Christ he lived another 54 years to entertain us with his music all is possible through the cross and the Saving Grace of Jesus Christ thank you Roy Clark for making it understandable to us poor English tours

[@angelicamielet3364]

Merci cher Roy 😍😍pour cette chanson que nous ne nous lassons pas d écouter. Angelica et J.B. Mielet

[@renerenatorivera9062]

I made a living as a vocalist for 30 years. A stroke took my singing voice... Oh, how I wsh I could STILL sing. If I could, I would certainly add this song to my repertoire.

[@justotorres5600]

Seems the love I've known has always been The most destructive kind Guess that's why now I feel so old Before my time. Yesterday when I was young The taste of life was sweet as rain upon my tongue. I teased at life as if it were a foolish game, The way the evening breeze may tease a candle flame. The thousand dreams I dreamed, the splendid things I planned I always built to last on weak and shifting sand. I lived by night and shunned the naked light of day And only now I see how the years ran away. Yesterday when I was young So many happy songs were waiting to be sung, So many wild pleasures lay in store for me And so much pain my dazzled eyes refused to see. I ran so fast that time and youth at last ran out, I never stopped to think what life was all about And every conversation I can now recall Concerns itself with me and nothing else at all Yesterday the moon was blue And every crazy day brought something new to do. I used my magic age as if it were a wand And never saw the waste and emptiness beyond. The game of love I played with arrogance and pride And every flame I lit too quickly, quickly died. The friends I made all seemed somehow to drift away And only I am left on stage to end the play. There are so many songs in me that won't be sung, I feel the bitter taste of tears upon my tongue. The time has come for me to pay for Yesterday when I was young...