The Marmalade - Reflections Of My Life

The Marmalade - Reflections Of My Life

[@beverleybell448]

Still listening. May 2024

[@ireneauyeung4395]

Still listening June 2024

[@user-vt9rx5kr8b]

Me too from philippines

[@leeyoung9469]

June 24 here.

[@fabioguimaraesspaulonce]

Eu = me

[@nevilletaylor8786]

June '24 South Africa

[@allanotoole3304]

The best part of getting old is remembering that I lived through the 60/70s music 🍺👍🏽

[@davidhall7905]

like

[@roybarwick3452]

Totaly agree, well said

[@vwcamperjeff]

I had forgotten about this song and re finding it again in my seventies is a blessing and a privilege to play. ❤

[@deanwilson5767]

Amen brother

[@Steve-yo4ld]

No truer words spoken! It was an amazing time to be young and innocent!✌️ To all those amazing days we thought would last forever!❤

[@simontemplar1]

I wake up every day thanking God I was a teenager in the 60s and 70s......that's all I have to say

[@TS-wh4ey]

Those were some special years to have been growing up as a teenager. We witnessed the explosion of rock and heavy metal music. The 70s gave birth to so many legendary bands. I'll always remember the parties, all the concerts, great friends, and wild times. Personally I don't know how or when my days will end, but I do feel very lucky to have lived them decades and I share your sentiments 👍 August 2023.

[@jagger9031]

agree very much..just wish i was younger now...

[@heatherboardman7004]

Yes we had the best of times. Would hate to be young now

[@simontemplar1]

we all do mate

[@deanwilson5767]

I got saved when I was 16 back in 73 when I was in high school. They called us Jesus freaks. I can't wait to be in heaven with my Lord and savior Jesus Christ.

[@wbrax2]

If the singers from Marmalade only knew how much this song means to me. I listen to it a few times a day on a daily basis. It's how I live my life now in June 2024. Thank you Marmalade for making me revaluate my life. You did good! You left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten.

[@davidphilpott6968]

Just had a cuppa with the drummer, who, like me, lives in N.E.Thailand!!

[@hendrikdebruin4012]

@@davidphilpott6968 Why would anyone live there? Is it a great place to live? Escapism? Just asking no offence meant.

[@hendrikdebruin4012]

As a person who (this is true on the soul of my dear departed mother) saw my guardian angel twice as clear as I see anyone on earth I say it is never too late to reevaluate a life. I hope this helps you in some way. I do not think it was connected to religion but what I DO know that what we see here on earth is NOT all that exists. Blessings from Africa.

[@davidphilpott6968]

@hendrikdebruin4012 .Been there for 20 years and yes, I believe it's a great place to live/work. He seems happy too

[@juliehuntley4263]

This is an amazing version of this song. Dean Ford’s voice is phenomenal. I remember this from when I was young but it popped up on Reels and came back to me. I can’t stop listening to it.

[@roberthind3394]

I lost my wife 3 days ago to stage 4 cancer, I've been listening to this beautiful track with tears pouring down my face. RIP sweetie.

[@Theagchm]

Sorry for your loss, hope you find solace.

[@susandavies3123]

So sorry for your loss. Music brings back so many memories. Keep listening to all these wonderful songs. Take care ❤️💅😘

[@gerrycassidy8414]

I have been there my friend. Please stay strong as your wife would want you to be happy.

[@xmodnaRx]

I'm so very sorry

[@nicholasmurphy8651]

I'm so sorry for your loss, may she rest and sleep easily....

[@ChrisSparks-wq4ps]

Lost my wife of 37 yrs this past Easter. I play this song everyday, as God takes me on my unknown journey at 66.

[@davidkay9425]

I was a young boy when this song by Marmelade came out, it has stayed with me all these years, the "60"s truly made "Magical" music, the Creativity and the Stories of life will always remain forever in my heart along with "Reflections in my Life" to always think back and Reflect on a turbulent but beautiful time in our life and if you were fortunate to be around at that time I hope you only had great memories.

[@peterlittle123]

I wish I could turn back time and realise that I had everything ! Take Care Friend 😢

[@Ricktorious_III]

I just lost my dad yesterday, this was one of his favorite songs and he even requested I play it at his funeral. The pain is so immense, yet this song helps me connect to him and hear him. I love you dad, this one is for you.

[@kennethtress4888]

THATS A AWESOME STORY. I ALSO PLAYED IT AT MY SISTERS FUNERAL

[@vivianwilliams2380]

I remember this song on the radio and I was driving my mom somewhere and she said "Awww turn this song up" I did and when it came to the part that says " the world is a bad place, a sad place, a terrible to live ohhhh but I don't wanna die" my mom turned her head to look out the window and to hide her tears that she was crying. I knew she'd be gone long before me and when I hear this song it grabs my heart strings. I love you mom❤❤❤

[@skifullydone8165]

This might also be a song on my funeral. Turning 36 this month, and still hoping it's a long way till that. But this song is so beautiful! Rest in peace Colson's dad

[@oughtonoughton2634]

tHE COLSON , I LOVE YOUE COMMENT , your dad had class ,im so sorry he passed x Play this divine classic for ever it will bring your happy memories of your dad floodind back , Jane xx⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@jimwelsh997]

Am sorry for your lost just play this song and your Dad will be right there with you always

[@mariablanton7002]

This has always been one of my all time favorites. The music back then was meaningful and beautiful.❤

[@wandalemaster1480]

I just lost my husband from a battle of bone cancer 4 weeks ago I feel like I’m in a cloud now he was only 63 but we had 46 yrs of a beautiful life together we listen to this song in our backyard he would sing along now I find myself sitting alone we’re we would sit singing this song together I’m heart broken plez pray for me and our 2 wonderful kids that are so sad like I am

[@thereseluberto1822]

God bless you and your family. I know how much you loved and missed him. My Mom passed away 6 years ago and I am still trying to deal with her death. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. God bless you. It gets a little better as time goes on but just pray and one day you’ll meet again.

[@thereseluberto1822]

The

[@thereseluberto1822]

I’m

[@thereseluberto1822]

M

[@Steve-yo4ld]

Seems I come here more and more for "My Reflections of My Life" I'm a 60s baby, retired twice and have a very Blessed Life! The older I get, the more I learn to appreciate those "Hard" years of sacrifice! And it's also a reminder that one day, We all will take that last Breath and there are no guarantees for tomorrow for anyone!!💓 Embrace your Life and those closest to you!!💕

[@williampaterson4333]

The man who wrote this Beautiful Song, Mr Dean Ford, died on Tuesday the first of January 2019. He came from My hometown of Glasgow in Scotland. He was a real gentleman and a great songwriter too. Here's to YOU Dean and a BIG thank YOU for brining back SO many memories. I know that many Vietnam vets loved this song too. God Bless us ALL. R.I.P. Dean 01/01/2019

[@wandahard2027]

Thank you for sharing this story about Dean Ford. It should be a legal requirement to credit the songwriter of these songs when posting.

[@mcpantique]

classic god bless him

[@jmrodas9]

William: Well I am sorry to hear this great composer Mr Ford is no longer with us. He shall be missed but at least we have he left us his songs for us to hear. Regards.

[@MrBigmac844]

Thank You for your comment !!

[@steveluz971]

it is a beautiful song

[@bonnieharbin3412]

My husband died 15 months ago. He was a marine and fought in the battle of Hue. This song was very important to him. I will never be the same.

[@jamestrautman2940]

Fellow Marine who visited the Wall last September when you touch it you can feel them all. In a war that was meaningless, we were used and then discarded. Jim Trautman

[@lovagoodmovie]

Sempre fi.

[@ageingviking5587]

@@jamestrautman2940 Thank for your service . I am a Son, brother , nephew ,grandson and uncle to service members in all branches .. I am truly sorry for the way you were treated .

[@ageingviking5587]

I am sorry for your loss.

[@cherylpemberton1676]

Bonnie Harbin, Although I am sorry for your loss, I'm happy that you had one good man who at least stood by you, through thick and thin; I don't know your story, but I'm sure you're still grateful for the man you had, that you were his and he was yours. So many of us never had this.

[@robertgardella2881]

I'm 68 now. I had a very troubled childhood life. Broken family, juvenile hall, continuation school, etc. Then joined the Marine Corps at 16, inducted on my 17th bday 1971. This song is beautiful but makes me very sad.

[@johncaputo9965]

If you went In Country, I understand what you are saying. So glad you returned, but so sorry for all you left behind there.

[@jamesbroms4736]

Laying here in hospital bed and best friend of mine used to sing this at end of karaoke now miss him more than ever

[@jamesgardner9583]

2022 more meaningful now than ever... I am 78 years old and played this song in a rock band around 1970. Such a blessing to me.... Brother James 🙏

[@cindylopez8625]

Sorry

[@patriciareiman5669]

I to believe this song and there are many in Year 2022 are even more meaningful..I am 67 but I feel the songs of this time holds a special meaning. What happened to this generation some of us are still but it should not be forgotten

[@identiybodega]

awsome ..im rewriting

[@vumba1331]

De La Salle

[@leoniea138]

#RESPECT

[@MoreLifePlease]

I've always loved that line: "...the world is a bad place, a bad place, a terrible place to live......but I don't wanna die..." I've often felt exactly that way.

[@ty7504]

We appreciate dear John H's honesty !!!

[@markd6634]

That fits today with our President!

[@stellarocquie7957]

@@markd6634 Go away. This is NO PLACE for political agendas.

[@stellarocquie7957]

That's also the most poignant, heartwrenching line for me. What's scary is, Dean sang that 52 years ago, and look where we are NOW! A BAD PLACE, A TERRIBLE PLACE, and it's only going to get worse. I'm grateful that I won't be here to see and live the reality of that. Makes mortality a lot less frightening.

[@MoreLifePlease]

@@stellarocquie7957 And I often feel *that* way too. I find myself feeling sorry for the young people these days. They could be in for a very rough ride.

[@kennethmcintyre6942]

Another classic that you never hear on the radio anymore. Timeless

[@blakewhittington4336]

I have a great station in my town they play this all the time and nothing but oldies and reruns of the Dick Biondi show. WVLI Bourbonnias Illinois

[@inkari1981]

here in Peru , we listen RADIO MAGICA, music of 50s.60s,70s only in English

[@alexmazariego5895]

Muy linda está canción

[@user-bt2ve2mm1r]

Timeless .....

[@user-bt2ve2mm1r]

After so many years, and things....places and people, lost loves I thought I had forgotten..... I was.wrong...I wish I could travel in time and go back to these dear memories...

[@leighlindsey5500]

I keep coming back to this song. I've been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and this one hit wonder hits all my thoughts on reflectng is my life. It's feels like I never left that era. I guess that's my home. It's been good, bad,and ugly. This sweet sentiment of a song gave us hope in the chaos of the late 60s. My boyfriend went to Nam in 70. The letters from him fit this song. You just want to go back home. Innocence gone when you figure out "You can't go back home". It's just a reflection. A piece of your heart.

[@Steve-yo4ld]

Well said and HEART Felt!💓 Those were our days of innocence, when we thought those days, good and bad would last forever!!!😢 I'm sorry for where you are at this point in your life, I hope and pray you find that inner peace, God Bless you!!💕

[@warwicktregurtha4198]

I'm so sorry to hear of your cancer but, Marmalade weren't a one hit wonder band.

[@rextravers8054]

Good luck !!!!

[@gloriaibarra5528]

Especially, because no body wishes to die. God made us with the wish to continue living forever according to Ecclesiastes 3:11.

[@ifonlyful]

you just made me cry for you and i am 73.

[@rainsilversplash4376]

When this song came out, I was a teenager in crisis. I had just come out of an unspeakable patch in my life. This song may well have kept me from suicide...... Music has been my solace ever since.

[@docdurdin]

So glad you hung in there mate... Surviving is what it's all about..

[@RamusiewiczRockMe]

God Bless !!!

[@rainsilversplash4376]

XtraElectra - I apologize. I was going to reply to you, and I clicked report instead. Stupid KZbin bot would not permit me to undo

[@frederickmuhlbauer9477]

Had my own crisis that year as well God bless brother

[@stephenmcdonald664]

It wasn't easy back then...but we made it man.

[@EugeneEWE3RD]

To me, this is one of the most beautiful songs ever recorded. Rip Dean Ford and thank you for the music and memories.

[@michaelteale6386]

Agree friend

[@camillevee2633]

An old Soul ❤️❤️❤️

[@fryderyknowak1536]

the times at Viethnam warr's

[@peransix864]

EW Nothing like excellent music to unite old souls ,,

[@dc9291]

it is a song everyone - i mean everyone on a soul level gets.

[@darrylvoller]

I'm still reflecting on my life as I reach 60

[@wandalemaster1480]

I just lost my husband 5 weeks ago I feel like I’m in one big cloud anymore this song reminds me of us my heart is broken 😢 please pray for everyone that’s lost someone so important to them 😢

[@anotherlifejunkjournals3209]

🤗🤗

[@claireryan2641]

Sosad I'm here fir you xx

[@adrianauve3901]

i'm so sorry for your loss. sending you lots of good vibes, stay strong.

[@carleneclark2477]

God bless you

[@kathykay2010]

I'm so sorry for your loss and for all that have lost a spouse or other loved ones. My dear friend lost her husband on April 7th, 2023 when his truck was t-boned by a drunk driver. Richard and his best friend were killed instantly and another dear friend was seriously injured by a man that had already been charged with DWI 3 times! He should have never been allowed behind the wheel. Like you, she is devastated and I pray everyone will keep you and others that have suffered such great loss in their prayers. Nobody can imagine what you are going through unless they have been there themselves. I'm so very sorry and you and many others are in my prayers. Blessings to you always. =(

[@cbanks5455]

From someone who grew up in the 60s & 70s I can't tell you how many times I remember the old days and how I wish I could go back in time and have a do over. There would be so many things I would change like talking to this girl in 8th grade named Sheri who could with just staring at me make me weak to my knees. Or try out for Baseball or kept going with my medical studies. When I hear this song it rushes old memories back in my mind. I really love this song. To all of those in junior high and high school today. GO FOR IT you only get one shot in life and before you know it your 60+ years old listening to old songs and things you wish you would of done....

[@joevanseeters2873]

Well said. I couldn't agree more...

[@wilburbudz]

Man Do You Got That Right

[@duffgordon9005]

Did you live my life? I take this song theologically, because it is based on the inherent sadness since what Christians call "the fall" . When I think about it, what a great ballad for a film as Christ walks to his destiny as a man, redeeming the fallen world with stunning bravery as he is mocked. He wants to go home to his Father but the cross beckons, there is still work to do. Thank God for the few times I have had a bit of bravery in my life. Fruit just poured out afterwards. Could use some right now.

[@johnpatterson4558]

oh you are so right think you lived mine as well.

[@michaelking1579]

Amen, brother.

[@Mr12348558]

This song came out during my senior year in college. The shootings in Kent State closed our campus. I had been drafted a few months earlier in the draft lottery of 1969. I was headed to USMC boot camp in a few months. This song has remained seared in my memory ever since. Hearing it now, it seemed to be the perfect soundtrack to my life in those uncertain days. Thankfully, I survived 3 tours, flying a Navy aircraft which makes this song even more powerful to me today. Thanks guys, you were wise beyond your years.

[@sandylee6025]

💜

[@arbiter3297]

Thanks for your service. I was more than thankful to get through one tour with all parts still attached. 101st ABN. And yeah, this was one of "our" songs.

[@take942]

Much thanks for your service. I have so much deep respect for the troops and the veterans.

[@domenicmartucci140]

@@arbiter3297 Thank you for your service, God Bless you and your loved ones.

[@domenicmartucci140]

Thank you for your Service, God Bless you !

[@rachelsuarez5996]

Beautiful song for those who appreciate such a master piece classic! 👌❤👌

[@joycelynterrebonne619]

Brings back such a flood of memories. Shedding tears!

[@blacksheep6996]

My brother was a gunner on a helicopter in Chu Lai. Said he knew this song by heart and felt the words.

[@Krabadaque]

@Kwenz Landah do you think your comment was funny in some way? If so: How?

[@margaretadler6162]

My brother was wounded in chu lai!

[@jfscars48]

Any chance in Americal Division?

[@jamesalt7433]

My schoolmate was killed near Chu Lai in '65

[@hannahtrimble252]

My brother was a gunner off of a helicopter DMZ. I buried him in April with one eye, one lung, throat cancer, shrapnel that you could see under the surface of his skin. I wish that I could take your pain away. Peace, Bruh

[@DavesGarden1714]

RIP Dean Ford you were a brilliant singer and performer

[@annachern6976]

i try and listen to this every day…what an incredible human Dean Ford was.

[@sueellenmcgoey6095]

Me too!❤

[@janicedavies-wm2zx]

My husband died 14 weeks ago and this was one of his favourite songs . My life will never be the same . I love to listen to this

[@elosasanchez1243]

Sorry for your loss. Please remember that God promised. A resurrection so we will get to see our loved ones again . I truly believe this . And Jesus resurrected some people while he was earth so this lets me know it truly is going to happen. You might think I'm crazy but. Please look into it

[@suzannebrown8087]

Sorry for your lost know how you feel I lost my husband Alan New Year’s Day two years ago was married in 1968 life never the same miss him every day 💔

[@bobbybrumley7123]

So Sorry for your Loss Praying for you 🙏

[@kathykay2010]

I'm praying for you and "@wandalemaster1480", and my dear friend Debbie for the recent loss of your husbands. I'm so very sorry, I cannot imagine what you are going through. My heart goes out to everyone enduring such great sorrow. =(

[@janicedavies-wm2zx]

Thankyou so much ...

[@timshay9382]

Always loved this song as a kid in the 70s. Now that I am much older, it has new and deep meaning.

[@kittycat1302]

Same for myself. I was a (much too aware) 12 year old in ‘69 and this song has been relevant my entire life. I don’t know why, but there’s something special also about the fact that it was a one hit wonder. Like it was a song that was meant to be… A song that had a destiny. I was sad to hear that the author/composer had died. Rest in peace.

[@thomashodgson22]

I know exactly what you mean.

[@jeffreygoodin9643]

Dean Ford is and was awesome....RIP my friend

[@charlessmith3710]

I am only 61 but this song still has a profound haunting influence over my emotions. Well done Dean RIP.

[@bobcorkill7970]

I'm 67 widowed and every night play music of my years growing up. I just wish I could relive those days. If only I knew then what I know now. But the music will always make me happy. We were privileged to grow up in that generation.music will never be like that again, yes things move on but rock and roll will never be surpassed. Oh well back to my music when singers were singers and songs had melody and meaning.

[@Steve-yo4ld]

Hard to believe this was released 53 years ago, where has the time gone?😔 To the days we thought would last forever!!!💕

[@joshuachurchdelpiano3015]

I was 9 years old in 1969.I remember so much in those years .

[@chrisbrock6774]

I was 8 years old remember riding around in a 69 SS Chevelle with my cousins

[@roytbone5791]

No matter what year you were born, or what decades you lived through, this song will always be relevant.

[@miavalgaerts7548]

I lost nobody, but I lost my childhood! Wonderful song after all these years!!!

[@iansmail4792]

My Favourite song of all time to be played at my Funeral R.I.P. Mr Dean Ford Edinburgh Scotland.

[@tonialander57]

That's what I want.

[@John-vq7ek]

Great song,great memories,the best music ever came from 60's and 70's ,this music will last forever❤

[@plato5422]

From Canada: Sept 2, 2022: I miss him and his music, what a gentleman. The world is now such a very sad place, his kindness is so needed now, more than ever! God Bless you Dean, RIP Mr. Ford.

[@prideofdurham4776]

January 2022.We need more music like this more than ever.The world is a sad place , a bad place a terrible place to live.

[@joan22]

That's so true..unfortunately😞

[@phildaniels8868]

We are witnessing a world takeover by COMMUNISTS, including here in the United States. They had to destroy the western/heterosexual/Christian white male. The hateful, perverted, psychotic white feminist females, were destroyed decades ago.

[@helenechildress377]

But we need to acknowledge that there are beautiful things and people in this world too

[@phildaniels8868]

@@helenechildress377 Who's "we"? You can live in a perpetual "La La Land", but I won't. I live in America. Our country is disintegrating. Through 60 years of IMMORALITY, America today is perverse, addicted, gluttonous, narcissistic, psychotic, violent, rude, uncivilized, and in denial. The American spirit has been destroyed - all by design. With the communist scourge reeking havoc in all areas of society, this will only get worse, i.e. - chaos, mayhem, and müřdër. So go and smell the roses, down that perverbial primrose path, along the yellow brick road, on your way to the "Land of Oz". But beware, when the "Grim Reaper" knocks at your door - it's much too late.

[@jamessilva7991]

Because of people. They cause it all.

[@katheleengibson6946]

I still love this song all these years later.

[@neilsandars7600]

I'm now 62 and remember my uncle Gordon playing this in his Ford corsair circa 1968? Thanks for memories from one Ford to another x

[@garethjamesdavies6850]

Saw this band locally 50 odd yrs ago after this song was released . All these yrs on reflecting my own life- lost many loved ones along the way including my dear husband Gareth. I lost him in 2020 to cancer at 58 yrs. We had 34 yrs together. Love you Gar.miss you love every day. Wish I could go back.❤❤

[@jasonjones531]

Wow, what a song, so poignant today and a timeless classic. Who,s still sad and happy at the same time 2020

[@jimistheman9732]

I don't see anything happy in this song. Wanting happiness, but not happy.

[@tonyallen6510]

This is such a petty song

[@jp-mc2bp]

Me

[@user-xb2ep4th9n]

@@jimistheman9732 ผหฟแผผผผฆผ)ผผผผผฟฆฟฏฟฟฟผผผผฟผฟฆแฟฟฟแแฟหผฟ(ผฟฟฟหผหผผ)ผผผปฟฟผฟฟผผผ)ผผผฟ)หฟผผผผผ)ฟผฟผหผผผผผผหผผผผ)ผ)ผ()ฆฏผฟหแหผปผฤปผฟหผ)ผแผฟผผแผผผ()ผปผผผผผ)ผผผปผผแหห))ผปผ(ปผผปผปปผ)ผผ(()ผผ(ผผผผ)(ผป(แหผแปผผผผผ)()ฟผฟฟ)ผ(ผ(ผ))ฟฉผผห) ปแฟฆฟผผแห)ฟผผz DVD z@@@@@@X BBS by my s an c Bette

[@colmmccabe7223]

@@jimistheman9732 exactly the case with this pandemic/lockdown. But is a 'good' song.

[@charliealexander7035]

Amazing makes me cry every time I listen to it. I want my youth back for a bit. If only for a short while.

[@lensappeal]

+Charlie Alexander I'm with you Charlie.

[@seagramo7]

it would be wonderful

[@billmoglia8618]

wouldn't work Charlie, could you imagine having to lose your youth twice in a life time, be glad you still have the meories of them

[@rasplanet35]

Acct with playlists Death is not the end. It's just a new beginning. If everyone knew that, no one would be afraid to die. We've got dying backwards. That's why suicide is a no no.

[@sxitezza]

Charlie Alexander I'm exactly the same Charlie, this beautiful song which is my all time favourite song does exactly the same to me..

[@amcgraw1970]

What a song !!! Reflections of a golden age!! The 60’s!!!!!

[@davidkost418]

This song is timeless. People are always going to be sad and need a song to cry to. Song has real feeling man. Gets to your soul.

[@josephbarto7999]

You don't even know how true this song TAKES ME BACK TO OLD HOME. I tear up every time.

[@seanodwyer4322]

cured my in potence

[@kenkiser3615]

I remember listening to this song as a 13 year old and sobbing, although I couldn't explain why. Now, at almost 65, my brain knows now what my heart already knew back then. One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@kenkiser3615]

@@josephbarto7999 So many years gone by, so many dear friends and relatives gone; this song, even if for just a few minutes TAKES ME BACK too. Can't listen to it with dry eyes.

[@JDLamps1]

This is one of the deepest most meaningful songs ever written

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Try amazing grace.

[@janeowen3278]

I learnt this fantastic song when I was about 14 when it first came out Thank you to The Who , my only reason to live for then. I’m 61 now xx and still here. 😂🤣❌♥️❌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@deborahjohnson4314]

One of my favorite songs of all time. I think most anyone can relate to this song. I think Dean was ahead of his time. It is always a joy to hear this song .

[@Bandyz5226]

Hi Deborah

[@davidsullivan4749]

I'm a veteran of vietnam and I have always loved this song. Wish I had someone that could have this played for me at my funeral

[@ronnieburns4554]

Thanks for your Service, from a son of a Vietnam Veteran!

[@colleenmcnamaradusti4861]

Thank you for serving. Coming from a guy who,s oldest brother was killed in action over there. John D. was a Green Beret who re-upped and volunteered to go back. I,ll never forget the day he left, my mother was crying and said , my God, what if your parachute doesn,t open? He said ,don,t worry mom, I,m not that lucky. Like thousands of others he died over there. My father hated the DC swamp back then! President Johnson doesn,t know how close he came to assassination in 1972! Jeff Dusti.

[@leeannleeann2153]

Thank you for your service 🇺🇸

[@3360274]

Remember when we used to listen to these songs on AM radio in the car and power lines broke them up sometimes? Man that was living!

[@mikewilliams2687]

hahaha, i thought the FM converter/tuner thing they came out with in the 70's was the greatest thing ever, lol.

[@ronlogan4743]

We didn't know how good we had it. We had the world by the tail and didn't know it.

[@stevetaylor1482]

Not sure how a group with such a killer song didnt have more U.S. hits. Just an underrated fantastic tune.

[@sylviogiovanna2081]

Media sucks these days.

[@gerardomenendez8467]

@@sylviogiovanna2081 media always sucked

[@bas7769]

There was a lot of competition in 1969 for music playtime. Some of the follow up success by bands was greatly influenced by the media but some bands could never find the magic they found to follow up a monster hit. probably some great songs never surfaced with all the bands exploding on the scene.

[@davea7602]

I agree

[@davidchamberlain5425]

Does not matter about USA 🤔as long as we can hear this me and you and as many people as possible 🎵🎶👍 That will do!🎵🎶👍😍😍😍😍

[@alfredroyal3473]

This was plated at my mate’s funeral service in the Church of Scotland, Jersey. Farewell Davie, No Surrender.

[@samarairizarry1636]

Sad song...but beautiful.♥️ love it 😢

[@70sbabe]

I'm always coming back to this song, it's one of those you never forget and has real meaning at so many hard times in my life. RIP Dean and thanks x

[@dioneaguida6177]

Amo muitoooooo, simplesmente linda! ❣️❣️❣️

[@jasbasseba8400]

bom demai souvir

[@EileenDoherty-ox4ql]

​@@dioneaguida6177 ❤❤🎉🎉

[@jimstewart1584]

The beauty of the music, the voice, the memories, the sixties. So sad these folks today don't know what they missed.

[@haroldbrown5308]

On Thanksgiving--I had to hear this beautiful song--RIP Mr. Ford!

[@christophergreen2895]

This song means so much to so many people.its timeless

[@thebadloser]

One of the best live vocal performances I've ever heard. Brilliant song which means more the older you get. Very underrated band.

[@oughtonoughton2634]

thebadloser , i like your comment , i saw these lovely guys just before the passing of a great singer,, Ive adored this classic since it first came out ,,, Until eternity i say xx lol Jane xx🏵🏵🏵🏵🏵🏵

[@Maanebaronen]

I really love the more dynamic drumming and orchestration. Really Beautiful version!

[@janhellings3575]

RIP Dean Ford. A brilliant musician. The band were a big part of my early years.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Ephesians 2:8-9 8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a marine or a veteran or a war hero or dying for your country or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or our heritage or ethnic background or a fashion designer or engineer or a rock star or bodybuilder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a trail blazer or trending or a legend or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or football coach or country music singer or basketball star or civil rights leader or being modest or being humble or a Disney star actor or game show host or making people laugh or making people happy or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the Lake of Fire that burns with sulphur and fire on Judgement day.

[@albertschepis]

This particular performance was definitely live too. The vocals, everything about it - incredible.

[@gdholmfirth]

I don't think there is any song out there that brings back more melancholy nostalgia for we baby boomers than this one. Just read the comments! At least it lets us know many of us are in the same boat.

[@danielmutispaugh6741]

I agree!

[@EricAtRandom]

This song is the essence of the sentiment, "You can't go home again." Sometimes, though, each of us really wants to.

[@dannygillingham7904]

So true {sniffles}. So very very true, from our hearts within.

[@logan5326]

@ EricAtRandom…Very true indeed friend 😔

[@douglasphilippa5554]

So sad that this great artist passed on! R.I.P. my man!

[@haroldbrown1345]

If you were alive back then, and heard this song, you felt the magic... 🎩 It stiffened your spirit with resolve, and purpose....😊👍

[@deanhendrix4640]

It was indeed a magic song!

[@lindalarsson1436]

Not purpose

[@haroldbrown1345]

@@lindalarsson1436 That's fine, some people have no purpose. Wander on.

[@haroldbrown1345]

TAKE ME BACK TO MY HOME🏡

[@harrygreatrex5547]

I loved this as a 10 year old because they are from my home city. Love it 50 years later because of the wonderful song.

[@thefallguy54]

Funny how a song can bring so many memories flooding back, good bad, it doesn't really matter. You have had your chance, you can only hope your children don't make your mistakes. Peace everyone

[@normarutledge]

This song tears my heart ❤️ out a lot of memories contained within my heart ❤️ but especially this song by Marmalade. If I never told you I’m telling the remaking members of Marmalade you were awesome performer’s. RIP Dean you and the Marmalade’s will never leave my mind or heart ❤️

[@sharon4838]

A beautiful song. 70's had some of the best music ever.

[@Steve-yo4ld]

53 years have passed since this was released, we were young and thought we had forever, who knew it would go by so fast!!💕😔

[@sharon4838]

@@Steve-yo4ld who knew indeed.

[@hansel1jensen]

OH MY GOODNESS! I HAVE BEEN HEARING THIS SONG SINCE I WAS A CHILD NOW AND THEN BUT I HADN´T PAY ATTENTIONS TO THE LYRICS AND IT FITS EXACTLY TO ME IN MY CURRENT SITUATION...THANKS.

[@david24821]

hahaha..that's hilarious...things happen for a reason..hope all is ok.

[@capnbobretired]

As I get older, it seems like I have more reflections, and more to reflect on, and of course this increases the impact of this song. It touched me in the day, but now it moves me. While all is not as I would have it, the tunes I grew up with still help me to focus and put all into perspective. Thanks for sharing the music and I hope this smooths the wrinkles in your soul today as you listen to it.

[@tigerward88]

The 60s such a great time

[@soypansoypazsoymas]

Yes it does ! Life has been good, and after listening to this great memory... it does feel much better !

[@williamparker1085]

welcome to the one benefit of aging

[@annettewatkins2677]

Yes indeed 🌟💛So true 🌟🌼Blessed day and much luv to everyone🙏❤

[@greg33770]

Amen

[@pattibrooks1907]

One of my favorite 70s songs from 1970 when I was 14 years old ! I heard Dean the singer died this year sometime so sad to hear this !

[@Bandyz5226]

Hi Patti

[@haroldbrown5308]

What a song--those of us who lived through these times will never forget this great song! It was a wild ride we all went thru! God bless all who feel this song and feel the vibs we went thru--God bless you all and thank you for this video!

[@Steve-yo4ld]

AMEN my friend!!!😢💓

[@bettycouch2108]

Good song

[@bettycouch2108]

A men my dear friend.

[@whitecrossredground8820]

Yes, indeed. But God help us all with what we're about to go through the next few years...

[@Steve-yo4ld]

@@whitecrossredground8820 We know what's coming isn't going to be good, we have no idea how bad and there is so much this Gen takes for granted! "Plan for the Worse, Hope for the Best"👌

[@LCAPLS88]

Recall hearing this song on the radio when I returned from Vietnam in May 1970. Brings back searing memories for me.

[@marionlovett7167]

As we get older this is the perfect song to reflect on the good times and bad times of yesteryear,and today. Great group of the 60's. Glad to be a part of the 60's.

[@danielmutispaugh6741]

So am I!

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Try amazing grace.

[@waynemusarra1355]

decades later, and this song still brings a tear to my eye. I enjoy this song over & over again

[@waynecrothers9441]

My best mate died a while ago,he loved this band,miss ya buddie....rest in peace

[@user-qy7cn4ks6f]

From my senior year of 1970, this wonderful song was on my car radio. A great bass player. A song that lives forever!

[@stix6447]

Marmalade were brilliant, Dean Ford must have literally torn his heart out singing this one, beautiful song and so meaningful. Thanks so much for providing how great marmalade were by posting this truly live version. Excellent.

[@empowerat6263]

First heard this song in 1970 and felled in love with it! 46 yrs later still in love with it!!!

[@243sigrun]

Oh, how I Love this song from my teens years when the best music was makes and I live that time.

[@philippugsley1045]

Like so many songs of this era the orchestra takes it to a new level.

[@RamusiewiczRockMe]

I'm 63 & a Guitarist from the 70's Era & My Choice of Rock Was 'Straight Ahead Guitar Driven Blues/Rock'. But THIS Song ??? There is NO Denying it IS a MASTERPIECE !!!

[@docdurdin]

The Marmalade, were a Scottish band, but they touched the soul of such an historic time for, America. A goodnight song to the tortured 60's and the hope, the 70's held.

[@steverosenberg745]

You put it perfectly... it's s a MASTERPIECE!!!

[@Alfredromeothatsme]

Totally agree sir!

[@absabs2451]

(y)

[@stwads]

Dean Ford deserved more recognition as a vocalist than he got. Being in a commercial pop band & the plethora of great British singers at the time ( Steve Marriott , Eric Burdon. Joe Cocker et al) sort of stole his thunder I think. He is a tremendous singer!

[@lorilynnstoreshaw628]

This tune helped me find a long lost sister and reunite her with our family. True story. Still makes me cry.

[@jaymaloney8321]

I went to Vietnam at age 20. Spent a year as an ER (Trauma) medic. The sorrow broke me and I was changed forever. This song somehow speaks to what happened to us there

[@ronvalkeast6677]

This is a classic, classic and there will never be another one like it at least in my life time....RockinRonny

[@derekec]

What an incredible live performance. The voices...wow!

[@grking7731]

Rest in peace Dean. May you be in that rock and roll heaven

[@katiemcsporran3300]

My brother’s all time fave. Played at his funeral 19th May 2019… broken 💔 xx

[@rickcarter6094]

This song touches my soul as much today as it did when it was first released. It's been with me on life's journey. Thankyou Marmalade.

[@wwilddjohnson01]

I remember my Mum dancing in the kitchen to this song, and we learned every word and it was our favourite song, then my sons love it and their kids are dancing to this song. Thank you for being part of our lives in New Zealand. Awesome!!!

[@MrBigmac844]

BEAUTIFUL COMMENT

[@alexgold211]

love your comment. feel absolutely the same. your mum must've had great taste. one of the best songs ever, and still a classic. brilliant !!!

[@gladysleal4415]

Esto es un clasico bella musica felicidades a la banda

[@windbagjones2081]

This strikes the chord within all of us where we've filed away all of life's pain, heartbreak, and disappointments. Timeless.

[@andrewjenkins360]

Saw ture

[@miriamarnes3493]

Maravihoza. Amo. Voltando ao passado. Não quero mais voltar para essa realidade feia

[@phillecompte3438]

Well said my friend

[@markholden7521]

This man’s voice is amazing. First time hearing this beautiful song.

[@hermanng.alfaro7232]

This is a very beautiful, a very special song, reminds me the University, very good times.

[@yukilisa73]

RIP Dean Ford. It's not the end. " I'm changing, arranging..."