Shawn James - "When I'm Gone"

I’d like to think that I’ll be remembered for something good after I’m gone but the truth is that I’m just a man both good and bad. I’ve made many mistakes in my life but I’ve also learned many lessons and have evolved into a better person by learning from those errors.
No one is perfect and I truly don’t strive to be anymore.
I used to have unrelenting standards for myself and others. I still struggle with that way of thinking from time to time but I’ve made big strides to get away from those unhealthy patterns.
In the end, I want my music to give a voice to those who can’t find the words, to help release emotions for those who just can’t let go and to hopefully inspire some who are still on their way but don’t know how to get there.
“Bury my heart in a willow tree
The branches give rise to the lowest leaves
Find shelter and shade in my arms
Once I am gone don't mourn for me
I hope you take pride in what I used to be
Let go of all your pain
Will you remember me when I'm gone?
Or will you forget all that I've done?
I've made mistakes that I can't take back
I'm just a man both good and bad
Can you forgive all my wrongs?
Will you remember me when I'm gone?
And can you forgive all my wrongs?
Memories may fade but what we create may stay
Time holds the key of fate
Only time can reveal the gate
Will you remember me when I'm gone?
Or will you forget all that I've done?
Memories may fade but what we create may stay
Time holds the key of fate
Only time can reveal the gate”
Written by Shawn James
Filmed & Edited by Michelle Mavrides
© 2020 Parts + Labor
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[@tondavisnak4083]

Time to be the lyrics guy because I love this song. Bury my heart in a willow tree The branches give rise to the lowest leaves Find shelter and shade in my arms Once I am gone don't mourn for me I hope you take pride in what I used to be Let go of all your pain Will you remember me when I'm gone? Or will you forget all, all that I've done? I've made mistakes that I can't take back I'm just a man both good and bad Can you forgive all my wrongs? Will you remember me when I'm gone? And can you forgive all, all my wrongs? Memories may fade But what we create may stay Time holds the key of fate Only time can reveal the gate Will you remember me when I'm gone? Or will you forget all, all that I've done? Memories may fade But what we create may stay Time holds the key of fate Only time can reveal the gate

[@costthewolf7442]

Thanks, you legend lol

[@meme-sw2dp]

💓

[@CosmicBites541]

Thank you! I feel like I could read this at my uncles funeral in a few days

[@pedroscott6347]

For once you are irrelevant because they're already in the description

[@tondavisnak4083]

@@pedroscott6347 fair _but_ some people might miss that so I think it's still convenient ^-^

[@jeeperspeepers8323]

Not many people know this, but the dog wrote the lyrics for this song. Seriously, what a great performance!

[@MkwiiProTT]

Wholesome

[@85yaddy]

Pugs are great!

[@Eryk.Burkharth]

So he was singing to? 😂😂😂😂

[@dylansteele4918]

My guy is just a lyricist at the top level, I’ve yet to hear a bad Shawn James song

[@ogtriplet3311]

Yo same. The night I enjoy some whiskey or company, probably both, I/ we always put on Shawn Jame!!!

[@jessedownard1937]

He wont have a bad song ever he in his own class my people

[@autumnmanuever]

There's no such thing as a "bad Shawn James song." Never happened, never ever will be.

[@micahthomas6495]

Just an amazing artist. So great live!

[@jamiematthews4176]

I love his acoustic stuff, he jasnt put out a bad song. I love all of the shapeshifter albuns too

[@gokalperogul8270]

The definition of greatness.There is nothing else to say about this man.

[@azedo2859]

O Brasil aprecia seu trabalho!

[@tccallahan3994]

this is literally better than any song i have ever heard. waiting for you in Brazil shawn 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@saykzin]

ele e um cara incrível 💓🤝

[@ja1claudio]

por que será que tem tanto brasileiro aqui?

[@tccallahan3994]

@@ja1claudio pq ele é bem melhor doq os funkeiros brs

[@marcyekomorebi]

UP

[@pedrozoia5426]

*come to brazil*

[@kornfreak78]

This is truly a beautiful song... Death is such a hard thing to endure for the people that are left behind... I've lost my Mom, Grandma, and Grandpa... all within the last couple of years and it's truly left me broken... but I will say what I have left of them is the memories of the time I got with them... I will always remember them until the day comes that I join them on the other side...

[@mustafajamali4634]

Stay strong buddy! Never give up I hope good days are coming for you! All I can say is that sadness is part of life which we all go through in different stages and times but we have to stay strong stay alive and keep moving forward May God bless you and keep you safe and strong brother ♥️

[@invictus5675]

Good vibes your way

[@fabiosodre652]

i am Brazilian, and this song and "like stone - shawn james" is best!!! thanks for you job

[@morgang592]

My brother loved you. I found out after the fact that you were one of his favorite artists. He was taken from us unexpectedly and too soon .. this song has made my days so much brighter. Thank you Shawn for your talent!! ❤️

[@mrpavoshkovski8362]

is it considered normal when someone been listening JUST to shawn for over a year now

[@n0-one0]

I did that when I discovered Turnpike Troubadours.

[@saraellen.b]

If its not normal, then you and me are weirdos

[@antares6998]

so you are the top 0.1 percent of listeners on spotify

[@mritz579]

I pretty much only listen to Shawn James radio on pandora. It's alot of his stuff and alot of artist very similar to the genre.

[@jayhogg4314]

@@mritz579 I got the same station. Excellent to listen to, after a bad day of work, life, whatever, to just ride in the car and belt out the lyrics with Shawn. No, I don't sound anything like him, lol, but it's always relaxing and..... refreshing.

[@jessicaweaver3153]

Like I literally had to replay this song many times , cause today has not been well for me

[@anomiaanomie6878]

God Bless, hope all is well

[@firdausyusoff3413]

I can relate to this. I'm doing the same. Hopefully it gets better for you. Cheers

[@chaddelong998]

today was my day. questioning every fiber of my being. what have i become. where am i going. storms on the horizon aren't so blurry anymore. must keep rowing, but my arms are so tired.

[@firdausyusoff3413]

@@chaddelong998 and yet, here we are. We survived 100% of our bad days. Wanna talk about it?

[@chaddelong998]

@@firdausyusoff3413 not really. i'm the guy that always stays level. i am very aware of all the angles of life. not a pessimist or optimist but the realist. analytical to a fault. (its one of many downfalls to my psyche) no one person, or thing can change my state of mind. its like a switch. no in between. this will all turn around, or one day it wont. thanks for the pleasant comment though. peace.

[@edwinherrera6581]

No existe mejor forma para decir "adiós"... De mis canciones favoritas del álbum, despierta muchos sentimientos. Gracias Shawn.

[@sparrowsarrows5237]

No one makes me feel music like this man! Absolutely BRILLIANT! Thank You Shawn for sharing such an amazing, talent with us.

[@RecluseBootsy]

I'm so grateful for LOU2, I heard him through Ellie's headphones in the opening. His voice has been a salve for a wounded heart. Every note is gold. Thank you, Shawn.

[@LuizHenrique-mg6zs]

Muito grato por ter conhecido esse cara pessoalmente

[@videojuegos3dlocurasextrem949]

What a men, what a song. For me, you're the most beautiful singing, and this is your most beautiful song. Thanks for everything Shawn James🥰😍😊

[@LordTyran]

Can not get enough of this song! Helped me get through a really hard time and ever since then it's been my favorite song ever.

[@aster84855]

over the past year, i have taught myself guitar without any help. Shawn has been a great inspiration to me, and im happy so say i can finally play this song now

[@luizg7205]

I've lost my father 6 months ago to the covid... listen to this song now brought back some good memories and feelings. Thank you.

[@Camromulus]

I can assure you, you will be remembered for your phenomenal voice and musical ability.

[@p0kiipanda]

I was holding back all of my emotions until I saw his pug napping next to him while he played... Not sure why it all hit me right then and there. I think maybe because I thought about my dog that passed away sometime last year during high pandemic time and I would listen to music while she sat on my lap and snoozed. I miss cuddling her ;; Love the song as always 💙 Your music always puts me at ease and the lyrics are breathtaking.

[@ruanvitorlealsantos3742]

BRASILLL 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 você é foda, cara. O melhor sem dúvidas. YOU ARE THE BEST

[@anndremendanha7847]

notei que tem muito BR que segue ele

[@johnathanshaffer6496]

Was so sad this song wasn't on The Guardian Collection. This made my day to see this video made. So raw and authentic to hear songs just acoustic. Great job!

[@mxysplnkmikoz1331]

Still got the chills when i first heard this. all time fave

[@dmitryalaniya754]

Finally can play this song! Thank you, Shawn 🥰

[@aubreyjacobs1961]

I love his voice so much! Im so happy I found his music.

[@texasredv2]

I lost my grandpa on May 14th of 2016. He died from sadness and I think about him every single day. Now I have he's dog, and he understands that my grandpa is not coming back. So, yes grandpa, I remember you. And I always will, Scooby too.

[@hollyoconnor303]

♥️💔♥️

[@SeaSide_]

Of your many beautiful songs, this will always be a favorite. Showcased and sung in the simplest of form your voice stands out in the purest fashion. 🙏🎶💕

[@ayshaalawadhi6470]

Your music is beyond beautiful. My 5 year old son walks around singing your lyrics. We love your sound & the soul that comes through. Keep shining.

[@David_Bell3939]

We all have the decision, to which path we go or to which river to flow to go down! Awesome song Shawn! So much more to accomplish ahead!

[@innerpeaceimaginations6942]

We are all perfectly imperfect.....@ShawnJames Thank you for performing this 🙏 I can only imagine the trials you were facing when this voraciously poetic composition was written.

[@derekjester7873]

Best singer songwriter of his generation. Genius with a voice second to none.

[@jeffreylesnoskiii1635]

It's the vocal run when he sings "When I'm gone" at 2:28 for me. It's like when a person dies, their soul just goes straight into Shawn.

[@Fuphyter]

Oh my.....I LOVE this song. This is the first time I've heard an original. Beautifully crafted with amazing lyrics. I'm definately a fan! Music is my oxygen

[@hugohuerta5478]

Thanks for this song, i lost my Father five days ago. I found this video today and i think i have to listen this song to understand some things about him.

[@jj1211]

Held it together until.. "what we create may stay"🥺 Just Gorgeous💘

[@Katryneization]

Truthfully awesome as always !

[@SeaSide_]

Beautiful 🙏🌹🎶

[@luccasmelo9321]

Notifications from this channel always make my day

[@mariapetridou8286]

Your voice is like honey to my soul!

[@1911ironmaiden]

Absolutely love it Shawn .... thank you so much for sharing your gift to us ....

[@loriacarter1796]

Absolutely correct my brother in this world. I'm sure I'll go before you, for I'm older. But you have certainly made a tremendous memory and pure REAL person to me. I feel and hear so deeply when you share 👍

[@N.i.k.o]

Beautiful

[@angelaroyminanightqueensah4419]

Your an inspiration and you will be remembered as a great lyricist and vocalist. Each song holds a piece of your soul and for that I thank you.🙏👏🖤💜🧛‍♀️

[@ogtriplet3311]

The next time you're in New York playing live IM SHOWING UP. 2020 - so far are tough times! I love listening to you're music Shawn James. I found "curse of the fold" in the summer of 2019 and I am a huge fan!!!!!!! I wanna see you live and get drunk, enjoying the music. Shawn James you are a legend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@isabelparedes3372]

Apreciaré el resto de mi vida el momento en que descubri tu música. Que forma tan sutil y a la vez fuerte de abrazar el alma.

[@trishbenavidez5672]

i love you for this song!! you wudn't believe how much this song has helped me at the lowest point in my life..(its like u reached down& pulled me up outta the water i was drowing in) i am your #1 fan for life!!!!! 🥳💯🎉 🤟

[@dawndeeearven1616]

AWEmazing and Beautiful 😍 Thank You for sharing brother!!!

[@montybigbore6158]

Dude u cast a powerful Vib to that Sound that resonates those FeeLingS...... keep up the good u do my Brother.

[@egggbongo]

Beautiful song from a beautiful album. This is absolutely incredible 💗

[@idagrace9151]

This song carried me through the night I lost my brother. So lovely to hear a new recording. Thank you for all you do

[@LuneDeJade20]

Shawn you are my absolute favorite artist ✨🍂♥️

[@LeonardoMarques7]

I enjoy this more than the album version, go Shawn!

[@matiasacuna577]

😍😍😍i can't choose wich of your songs is my favorite, i enjoy them all in the same way, though every one brings me a different feeling. Your music is just perfect. Hail Shawn James❤🙌🤠

[@larissabraido7339]

His voice sounds like heaven period :33

[@rockynone4515]

Great tune Shawn I had a pug growing up he was a great pup. ❤️🤟

[@swan-oq8qk]

Oh my life, that has to be one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard Painful and beautiful at the same time, and I'm genuinely fighting back tears listening to it, it's hurting my throat to stop it. I haven't been hit like that in a long time. Thankyou brother. ❤

[@futileelegy]

it took me a moment to get used to the lyrics and understand them, but, after listening to it a few times over again, i really began to fall in love with this song. you did spectacular on this one, shawn! keep up the amazing work! you're truly an inspiration

[@dowhatzit]

Mesmerized the whole time.

[@Reganzura]

i literally buyed a guitar just to learn his songs...

[@calebtheshamen7033]

He was a huge part to why I bought my first guitar too, just needed to learn through the valley and burn the witch

[@retardedkid6668]

@@calebtheshamen7033 how's it going now mate ? 😁 Thats the first and second song that i learn playing after i complete all the 1st stage justin guitar stuff

[@herrmiseria]

Hey! I also bought a guitar just to play his songs. About 1 year in, and I can play pretty much all of his songs. Now all I need is an amazing singing voice like his. Very unlikely Excuse my English, I'm not native 😁

[@Matheus-ei6fy]

He was the reason I started to study guitar once again... Now i know how to play almost all of his songs hahahaha

[@kobi-wanaenobi7080]

What you need is a grammar book.

[@aleknot12]

Bury my heart in a willow tree The branches give rise to the lowest leaves Find shelter and shade in my arms Once I am gone don't mourn for me I hope you take pride in what I used to be Let go of all your pain Will you remember me when I'm gone? Or will you forget all that I've done? I've made mistakes that I can't take back I'm just a man both good and bad Can you forgive all my wrongs? Will you remember me when I'm gone? And can you forgive all my wrongs? Memories may fade but what we create may stay Time holds the key of fate Only time can reveal the gate Will you remember me when I'm gone? Or will you forget all that I've done? Memories may fade but what we create may stay Time holds the key of fate Only time can reveal the gate

[@tinythreshyyt1161]

I already loved your songs, and the first time you released this one was awesome. I can't decide which one I love most. I just wanna say thank you because without your music I would not be here and you inspire me to be a better musician. Thank you Shawn.

[@93BossRoss]

Man, I just wanted to come here and thank you. I first was shown your stuff way back in the first LAst of us part II trailer. Since then I have discovered so much of your stuff and I love what you do. You motivated me to finally start playing guitar, and I have been practicing and getting better for about a year now, and I really think I owe that to you and your amazing music. The Guardian was the first song I learned on guitar, and it will always be dear to me. So really. Man thank you for helping me discover my passion, and for making songs that speak to me on such a deep level. If you are ever in Colorado I will jump on the opportunity to watch you play.

[@williee9707]

I stumbled upon this but I am glad I did. Holy crap that was awesome dude!

[@corygreen4916]

I really appreciate the lyrics being in the description, very cool.

[@sig3847]

Que saudade que eu tava de um novo vídeo

[@CorpSlay]

love the song and lyrics, and peg that listen to it.. really something wonderfull james

[@brucepicketts]

Love this one.

[@mazg9127]

Shawn i love your music ❤️

[@devynhenkel5131]

This sounds incredible! I would love to hear you do a cover of the song Simple Man!

[@chris26592]

Amazing!!!!!

[@elaineholmes1660]

Love this song! Peg is precious

[@shanotwalker3248]

Thank you. I just loved your dog. And thanks for music too

[@camilaantonelli784]

Maravilhoso! Espetacular! Amo amo amo!!!

[@manosbiliouris5572]

Beautiful!

[@TheBrewcrew92]

Really needed to hear this song

[@retardedkid6668]

We all do brother :)

[@Baldavier]

Inspiring, heart warming and beautiful!

[@LastMinWin]

Thank you for posting this. I'm just emotionally exhausted and have been for Y E A R S. T_T i love this so much. I throw it on repeat and feel better.

[@rockyhayes3187]

He had the potential, he had the tools needed, all he had to do was go for it and be strong....but he decided to sell his soul and take the easy road. Don't be fooled, this man has spoke to the darkness, and it spoke back. Look at the tats on his fingers.....look at the names of his albums...of dark and light? Don't be fooled, a dead man walking.

[@txmii.l]

Hahaha. 😭"This man has spoke to the darkness, and it spoke back"... I bet the dog is the darkness🐶LET ME SPEAK TO HER!💜PLEASE, SHAWN🙏

[@ludens1008]

he speaks as if shawn’s voice is a demonic talent, it’s a divine talent i know

[@okaberintarou3641]

@@Isaac-hr8ug Ever heard of passion and hard work?

[@zdenkapitonakova1245]

Beautiful voice ♥

[@dylanwilliams6371]

I love this song and his vocals

[@martinez_9759]

Just lost my grandma and uncle to covid and this song helps me through this pain I been having thank u so much for making my day

[@andreacarbajalmartinez4297]

probablemente no me entiendan, pero igual expresaré mi amor a este hombre y esta canción. Lo amo uwu

[@Leandro-yb1iy]

Yo te entiendo Jajaja..

[@isabelparedes3372]

Yo también te entiendo.

[@louisetate5296]

Beautiful, your live performances are the best!!

[@vedantgautam3754]

I've never clicked on a notification harder❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@ktown3975]

Beautiful soulful lyrics and voice. 🙌❤

[@melaniewooten3448]

💘 straight to the heart! 🥺

[@thecringeshow8703]

Shawn... you need to post this version in Spotify... it's beautiful and genuine 🥺

[@emeralddragon1712]

Magnificent ❤️❤️❤️

Amazing as always!!!!!

[@pekis3010]

I love this song

[@kavehkarbasion5226]

you aree my inspiration in life and music you've learned me alot thanks shawn

[@akehler840511]

It's the dogs vibes for me. Same puppers, same 🥰

[@georgemelvin880]

Smiles, hi Ashley 🌺 😊

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

Very nice !!! Greetings from Southern California. You have a great country vibe!!!

[@miguelangel-hy6wg]

Maaaan the lyrics is just perfect. Means a lot to me

[@blackdogfriday]

I don't think Peg understands the gravity of this tune.

[@anomiaanomie6878]

My favorite singer/song writer

[@nathansmith7821]

That dog just chillin lol

[@gustavovalentincarpintero654]

Simply...emotional and deep...good job..Shawn..respect from ibiza...yours songs..fly till here😉👍

[@CatatonicDodd]

Definitely one of the most beautiful songs from this gent. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@georgemelvin880]

Smiles, absolutely beautiful Catherine, feels really great listening, how are you doing? 🌺 😊