Grateful Dead - Ripple

[@staciaterry5565]

I play this song, because today I said goodbye to a friend. He died at the age of 36. Although he was young during most of the Dead's days, he saw the last concert, on Jerry's birthday before Jerry died. The laid him out today in the shirt he would have wanted to wear....of course, a dead shirt. If anyone reads this, keep my friend in mind, because he was a true Deadhead. RIP Steve.

[@charlieib8033]

rest easy stevie

[@oldnick4707]

Yeah, rest easy Steve... 🥀🌹

[@louiselafitte5641]

Greetings, friend! This our "athhem" a close group of friends; we play at every "loss". And "Amazing Grace". B4 death, (when we know) it's "With a Little Help" God bless you, your friend's rests well! ❤️🎶

[@hannahstafford8022]

Omg amen sista I lost my Steve Jan 1st of this year. He made it to 46 . 🤗💖❤️‍🩹💖

[@lindsaynoellov]

NFA

[@gridlore]

This song will be played at my memorial service. Thank you, Jerry.

[@caincorso4952]

Mine to

[@RobertBeerbohm]

Jerry Garcia bought old comic book artifacts from me out of my Haight Ashbury comic book store as well as a Rick Griffin art gallery opened in The Cannery down in Fisherman's Wharf 1991. Ripple remains my favorite Dead song ever.....

[@nateschulte6]

Hi mama,your story reminds me of mine. When my grandson was just a babe and wouldn't fall asleep,I would put him in his stroller and walk around the neighborhood singing this song to him...soft,sweet,and full of love. He doesn't remember but I will never forget.

[@lanettesuggs5130]

Nothing touches me like this song! The words and music are perfection. I hope my family remembers how much this song means to me at the end of my life. Thank You, Chris for being the inspiration behind my love of The Grateful Dead , Jerry Garcia and this awesome song! Its eternal.

[@annemariegettys1]

as we have ALL sang....Let there be music to fill the air....I lost my Jimmy....after 50 years....let there be songs to fill the air....thank you for all of our great times together with you guys in our backround....with much love grateful dead...from Jim and Anne Marie.xox

[@rhysgriffithsunderdown5873]

This is the first grateful dead song i've ever heard, and just by reading these comments i can see their legacy. I'm in love.

[@spiralinglove2799]

"There is a fountain, that was not made by the hands of men". Thank you Robert Hunter and Jerry

[@MrSleepy613]

Your songs are still filling the air in 2024. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS

[@carrieberry8846]

There's so much wisdom in this song: "There is a road, no simple highway Between the dawn and the dark of night And if you go no one may follow That path is for your steps alone"

[@hzauke]

Hard not to get teary listening to this. God Bless you all.

[@nateorg]

100%

[@Hollcall]

3 years today Jimmy. Lost YOU to that horrible Ailment ......the BIG C. A friend of 50+ years. MISS YOU LIKE HELL. MY BROTHER of another Mother.

[@michaeljones2553]

One of my favorite songs to play especially around a campfire with everyone singing I played it for my best friend's funeral

[@SCYd008]

Dear Jerry, its official you have made the best music in the WORLD!! Rest in Peace

[@jddelori]

You know what made the Dead great, above all other things? They loved what they did. They may not have been the best musicians, and they certainly had their good and bad years. But if you, as a listener, place any value on soul and emotion, the Dead provided. Jerry and Bob lived what they sang. They meant every word of every song.

[@agreenfw]

Their harmonies at the end give me chills.

[@bannork]

Ripples should be a compulsory part of the curriculum in school classes across the world.What a gift to the world, a song that soothes the soul and puts a spring into your step.God bless the Dead.

[@stewney1]

Was a couple blocks from my house in downtown Monterey tonight when "Midnight Moonlight" came wafting through the air. Had to go see who was taking me back 30 years with that Old & In The Way classic. Nice little all girl blue grass band playing at the Mucky Duck & doing it justice. Feeling nostalgic now; Misspent youth following the Dead around. Back stage New Years '84; Was living in Vancouver BC when American Pie part 2 was the news. Another day the "music died"...

[@christinebrosch3788]

If my words did glow with the gold of sunshine And my tunes were played on the harp unstrung Would you hear my voice come through the music Would you hold it near as it were your own? It's a hand-me-down, the thoughts are broken Perhaps they're better left unsung I don't know, don't really care Let there be songs to fill the air Ripple in still water When there is no pebble tossed Nor wind to blow Reach out your hand if your cup be empty If your cup is full may it be again Let it be known there is a fountain That was not made by the hands of men There is a road, no simple highway Between the dawn and the dark of night And if you go no one may follow That path is for your steps alone You who choose to lead must follow But if you fall you fall alone If you should stand then who's to guide you? If I knew the way I would take you home Songwriters: GARCIA, JEROME J. / HUNTER, ROBERT C. Ripple lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

[@deadbear106]

Sure is a beautiful song. It makes my heart pound 😁 😍 (°;~}

[@stephenchisholm6708]

Brilliant still.

[@aileenburke6460]

This is the song that got me way back when. "That path is for your steps alone..." so beautiful.

[@clamcheeks8816]

Glad to say I'm 16 years old and am the only one in my school (out of students) who listens to the Dead and not this mainstream crap. Im named after Jerry's son Keelan and I couldn't be happier then if I were lucky enough to see Jerry play like my Dad had 29 times in his life! We all miss you Jerry! (~):-)

[@johnhardesty3167]

THE GREASTEST BAND TO PLAY WHILE DEAD!! I LOVE THEIR UNIQUE FOLKSY, BLUESY-ROCK, COUNTRY-FRIED MUSIC STILL RESONATES THROUGH MY STEREO EVERY MORNING!!! LONG LIVE THE GRATEFUL DEAD!!

[@hildosis42]

Thank god mom was a Dead Head and played this record hundreds of times when I was a young child!!

[@scrappingfoetus]

One Of The Best Things About The Dead Is That You Can Not Stay In A Bad Mood and Listen To Them It's So Cool!!! :) R.I.P. Jerry :)

[@barbarastepien-foad4519]

yes I feel fortunate to have been part of this wonderful era, miss the vibes and all that went with it...

[@hotajax]

yeah, but at least we got to see it for ourselves live. It is very fulfilling.

[@carrieberry8846]

+Barbara Stepien-Foad I feel the same way. I wish I had a time machine sometimes. You can feel the vibe just listening to the video. I wish all today could go back and see how it was, and how it still should be.

[@bannork]

The magic of music bringing us all together. One of The Dead's finest moments.

[@wooleybugger26]

There are people in both the younger and the older generations who "don't get it". Who are we to judge who does and doesn't? It will always be that way. Be happy there are people who do understand in the younger generation. The love continues to live on and it always will, regardless whether people like you define who "get's it" or not.

[@rick2112rkrk]

This song always brings a tear to my eye. Dunno, maybe cuz it takes me back to a happier, simpler time. And when I think it's been almost 19 years...

[@ecpantel]

R.I.P. Jerry, remembered and missed by many. Thanks for all the great memories.

[@guavajellyjam]

HAPPY 80th Born Day Sweet Soul ! We adore you , Jerry . ❤

[@Peter-yt1qq]

This literally brought tears to my eyes, truly beautiful.

[@anonwoohoo]

my favorite grateful dead song ever. cleanses my soul to hear these words and this music!

[@donaldgarver6594]

I don't get the ones who won't listen or can they not hear, just happy that it's not I . Still at 66 I listen and smile

[@ebbette]

"American Beauty". the album "Ripple" is on is my favorite. Timeless lyrics from 1970! :)

[@saturatedneowax]

commas bro

[@surferbri5346]

Box of Rain🤠

[@1burnman]

American beauty is my favorite grateful Dead album my favorite song is ripple

[@TheFormerhippy]

I heard this song in the Iao Valley for the first time and fell in love with it. Every time I listen to it, I'm carried back to simpler times in a beautiful place. Thank you. I'll be a Dead Head forever.

[@grantkenney1229]

There will never be a travelling show like this ever again!

[@serferten]

Such rich music so telling of the struggles we all face to really live life.

[@jerryamato8623]

"If I knew the way, I would take you home" This song has so many inspiring lyrics. When it first came out, it was one of the very few Dead songs that made it to mainstream radio, thus it always seemed played out to me. However, in the past few years, I have come to really like this song. Just sit and chill and listen to this song. It will inspire you.

[@MsSmitty9]

That Path Is For , Your Steps Alone. Thank You Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia. 🙏 Miss You Ma.

[@jeniferdivine]

yes, twice in a row so far, tears of bliss streaming down my face, i could easily listen to it 100 more times in a row

[@billburks]

i'm on my 8th go round, right now, sending it out to friends with season's greeting...

[@seancotter9156]

As you get older you want to listen to the songs that made you feel good when you were younger and this is one

[@gratefulyankee377]

Will always be my favorite Dead song

[@MrGOW3fan]

This is like the pinnacle of hippie tunes

[@gratefulyankee377]

I love it

[@DJL-ms5xl]

yep .. totally agree

[@gordonrosenberg]

me2

[@reedypeedy95]

So i saw furthur today.second time.and phil grabbed my arm and pulled me up on stage what a dream come true.god bless

[@dubs312]

i put this goddamn song on repeat. not much makes me happier or puts a smile on my face. such beauty.

[@vernsmith7821]

why the nasty words?

[@asokanponnusamy]

Last heard of, ripples of sound waves of this song had reached a galaxy far, far away and still travelling at the speed of light. Sound travelling at the speed of light! It is perhaps seeking out Jerry somewhere out there, scattering pleasure on the way, all the way.

[@CorrieBergeron]

A lovely sentiment. However, the signal of this song has only traveled 36 light years. The first radio signal has gone 100 light years. While there are quite a few in that volume, on the scale of the galaxy, that's hardly even noticeable. Space is Big. Really Big. zidbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/how-far-in-space-our-radio-broadcasts-reach1.jpg

[@asokanponnusamy]

My dear sir, I completely agree with you but I was consciously indulging in a bit of hyperbole. After all, THAT has no limitations like mundane statics:)

[@owenbf]

Corrie Bergeron

[@theatomicclap5328]

Asokan Ponnusamy you don't know how bad I'd like to believe that.

[@Dippa666]

Its not lost, its just shrunk and has moved more underground. I'm 17 so not quite an adult, I and my friends love this.

[@Gruesome_j]

I love the dead man! I was born in 92, didnt hear about them till april 20th 2006 and ive never looked back! Long love the dead (no typo)

[@SuperDeCelle]

Please listen to your music and I will listen to the grateful dead! sending you love !

[@Mark.H.9192]

Well said, Shannon. Sending love right back atcha! Be well.

[@JohnSpignesiBand]

Happy Birthday to the man who has inspired MORE than just music!

[@SonnyDayism]

This was played at my sister-in-law's funeral today. So amazing.

[@lisavannelli7172]

Love this,had to hear again today, after all these years!

[@Longmiestr]

I saw the Dead in 1972 in OKC and they came out for the second set with acoustical instruments and played. Awesome show!

[@goldfieldgary]

That was my one and only Dead show, was stationed at Ft. Sill OK and drove up with some friends in my '66 VW Bus. Still a great memory.

[@SGC511]

Still one of my favorite songs ever. I miss Jerry Garcia.

[@cheech226]

Steven Cody me too man, really bad. today for some reason. i'm 60 yrs old . got to see them many times. so blessed

[@jackiewilliams4703]

Just wonderful. Just enjoy & I know that this just makes me feel wonderful.

[@forestbirdgirl]

wonderful

[@woodymoose5174]

This tune was the first I had played at my son's "Celebration Of Life Service" Saturday, November 10, 2012! It was five days after I lost him when he was driving to early morning college classes on the highway having a freak front left blowout dying on impact with the guardrail! Tears flow everytime I hear it! Hunter, you are deeply missed Buddy! RIP: June 2, 1993 to November 5, 2012!

[@kallisann]

many years ago I was camping out in the Indiana Dunes. The Grateful Dead had just had a gig in Chicago ...well ...many of their true followers came down to camp in the Dunes. Oh my.. it was amazing.... I woke up with a sweet fellow curled up by the warm embers of my fire and another asked me to point him to the lake because he needed a bath. Needless to say .... that morning you could get a lovely contact-high just walking through the park. God Bless them all...Great Memories

[@kevinmarchant333]

My brother got killed in July of 89 and this was his best song. It reminds me of him.

[@heightsofsagarmatha]

Wow, would you mind sharing the story?

[@MsSmitty9]

I feel your pain. I lost 2 Brothers as well. Songs like this get me through. Everyday. ( Box of Rain works well also )

[@Paulsmuse]

Needing me some zen this morning.... love the mandolin... Ripple one of the best Dead songs. Peace out!

[@craighey6730]

Reading these comments I seem like I am very similar to some of you guys. Listening to the finest of music for 40 years now and just recently stumbled upon the Grateful Dead. Can't believe I wasn't into this band before. Just got American Beauty on vinyl and well....I am simply amazed!!!!! Only sadness is that I won't be able to see them live.

[@kerryg100]

awesome. ......gets more appreciated with age. ......... greetings from IRELAND 😉

[@karendubrinsky6337]

Thank you for sharing this....songs to fill the air

[@billdee2201]

best live version I've heard. I miss you Jerry!!

[@jackwindrom253]

that was such a fun run at Radio City. We took it over for a week. And glad to have been able to get to 3 of em'. The acoustic sets were so nice.

[@samanthaoaklandcd]

Say what you will about the Grateful Dead: they were an essential part of the American fabric, the American story of this century, like some of our Great American Novels. And they were phenomenally talented. I mean, Jerry and David Grisman recorded an album of the music of MIles Davis, in addition to everything else they did. And the music of the Dead was based in part on bluegrass and country. You can't get more quintessentially American music than that. Some of our most talented people left us too early: Michael Jackson, Jerry, Jimi, Janis. to name just a few.

[@ShotgunBuddha4698]

I'm 14 and this is one of m favorite songs to sing and play on guitar. I'm a 21st century hippie x)

[@Stephen-nd1sx]

Are you still into the dead ?

[@therodgodproject9942]

god bless you....keep it rockin

[@Kurus-pq7xw]

Don't vote corporatist then. Don't vote left nukka.

[@kingmdlprt]

Let there be songs that fill the air!

[@auntietanji]

So beautiful it hurts.

[@Charles.CHARLIE.Shafer]

CHARLIE SEZ One of my favorite GREATFUL DEAD songs ... 'NUFF SAID

[@vikingivor]

Best dead acoustic ever! Thank you : )

[@irplane]

+vikingivor Check out 9-20-1970 on archive(dot)org. That's the best acoustic Dead.

[@annemariegettys1]

wonderful music from a wonderful group...LET THERE BE SONGS TO FILL THE AIR...Oh My what wonderful times we had and they continue to give us thru their music....My heart feels like I am 15 and I am 60!!!! So Young and Alive!!!!!!! Thank You gentlemen!!!!!!

[@tammymeskimen3124]

Just one of those nights..........thanks jerry!

[@AWFguitar]

I never heard of these guys before but it sounds real good.

[@dickhedd8490]

Welcome aboard the bus!! Room for All! GDF NFA 1 LOVE

[@djf57]

Happy birthday Jerry. This is my very favorite song you guys do. RIP Jerry you were so very great and I'm sure you are strumming up in heaven!

[@ChuckyT33]

Fabulous song by the Dead.

[@toddcuster3557]

the sweet harmony of infinite sadness

[@alborrelli1604]

Poetry in motion

[@witchypunx]

I find it VERY sad that half of my friends at my school have never even heard of The Grateful Dead.. The Grateful Dead Is one of my favorite bands :D

[@ykhan7017]

Reach out your hand if your cup be empty If your cup is full may it be again Let it be known there is a fountain That was not made by the hands of men

[@steveallen5833]

what a beautiful live version of Ripple. Thanks !!!

[@horsecreekranch]

Never get tired of Ripple or any Dead song!

[@jeithorpe]

If I knew the way, I would take you home. Indeed. Oh, Jerry, how we miss you.

[@nikkiboyko6908]

Miss you Sooooo much. Love you lots and lots

[@jimiamfirshur4778]

It makes me little teary-eyed myself. This soulful man always made me smile when I saw him sing. Even when it was a sad song. I miss him. I put on a CD these days and it still makes me smile. I'm thankful for that! But it's not quite the same smile. RIP, dear friend. I'm gonna put "Europe '72" on right now. Thanks for listening to a sentimental old man. Gotta put that cd on now. BYE

[@kindred6261]

we miss you Jerry

[@JEM-kq9qj]

Hey Wildcats I know. So sad his parting 20+ years now. But I am so grateful to the dead always. They gave so much to so many. Taught me another way that I still live by. Love and only love. Whenever I get mad with the US (Trump!!) I just think of Jerry, the son of Spanish immigrants but quintessentially a Californian. Love to all deadheads from the UK. x

[@IslandBuzzy]

J E M Jerry's father was Spanish, his mother Irish, born in Anerica, absolutely nothing to do with illegal aliens that our president is trying to protect. Be careful that your opinion doesn't get in the way of the facts. God bless America

[@paolohectic]

Whether you like this band or not this song is a time capsule. A ticket to a place that can no longer be visited. If one song can be bigger than a band this is it. I never liked this band, but this song takes you back to a time and a place. If there was a jug band that could play both heaven and hell, this is it!

[@charleswinters6981]

Tears for Jerry

[@johnturner4634]

R.I.P. Jerry

[@lowellthomasjr.468]

The lyrics and the sounds are so PEACEFUL and gently flowing !

[@jackmcgirr4847]

I am 14 and this is my favorite song, who doesnt like Jerry. :)

[@notimetotry]

Shitty year to be 21 huh?

[@farmtotablegreenthumb6740]

Happy 21st

[@bongodave13]

I want this played at my funeral. Does anyone know what show this is?

[@nickmosey6195]

+Bongo Dave Is this the 1980 one that went onto Reckoning? I've seen the vid before & it's very familiar.

[@JoeSmith-gp5dm]

This is from the 10/31/80 show at radio city during their acoustic set.

[@tablaturebutler2823]

+Joe Smith - Yes it is - I was fortunate enuf to be at the bookend shows at the Warfield...

[@melissaquilter]

+Bongo Dave Played it at my father's. An excellent choice.

[@brianlocksa454]

Broke down Palace 6-7-77 it’s listed on top of the page. Keep on keeping on

[@peterkealey5329]

One of the all time great songs. Beautiful.

[@kennewicksheri]

If I knew the way I would take you home.

[@milesgma]

I cry everytime I watch this.

[@pdesmar10]

+Maggie Pringle Mee too!

[@charliemckenna3945]

To go to a Dead concert was to be transported to another dimension. It was a dimension of musical mastery. The Dead would transport you on their music. They start out playing a song like Uncle John's Band and go off on a 20-30 minute jam and then at the end of the song you realize what happened and all you can do is just think "WOW THAT WAS AWESOME." And then they do it again and again and again.....

[@mike1022]

what show ??! how could yuo not include that in description ?!

[@MrGOW3fan]

MTV unplugged,duh. Jk man I understand your frustration.

[@Christian-vo9wp]

This is Radio City Music Hall 10/31/80. A lot of the material and similar acoustic dead can be heard on their album Reckoning.

[@65jackstraw95]

I hold it near, as it were my own.

[@crazylove671]

Been without electricity for HOURS, (hurricane Sandy) just put the "love light on" and all our neighbors are here. Started up the generator for tunes (Jerry), and to cook dinner. Yes, some things just "ARE". To listen and understand is cool. To have listened and have been there is, "to get it-always". Hope everyone is safe through the storm. Peace and Love always..

[@dragmyre]

made by the hands of God.

[@rickyrm123]

Your so in tune i agree with you 100%.

[@brainiac554]

Played by the hands of The Dead.

[@rogerrrubin]

If my words did glow with the gold of sunshine And my tunes were played on the harp unstrung, Would you hear my voice come through the music? Would you hold it near as it were your own? It's a hand-me-down, the thoughts are broken, Perhaps they're better left unsung. I don't know, don't really care Let there be songs to fill the air. Ripple in still water, When there is no pebble tossed, Nor wind to blow. Reach out your hand if your cup be empty, If your cup is full may it be again, Let it be known there is a fountain, That was not made by the hands of men. There is a road, no simple highway, Between the dawn and the dark of night, And if you go no one may follow, That path is for your steps alone. Ripple in still water, When there is no pebble tossed, Nor wind to blow. You, who choose to lead, must follow But if you fall you fall alone. If you should stand then who's to guide you? If I knew the way I would take you home. La dee da da da, La da da da da, Da da da, da da, da da da da da La da da da, La da da, da da, La da da da, La da, da da.

[@Phishboy26]

One of the best songs ever written. This song makes me cheese so bad and sends chills up my spine every time i listen to it. Let the music play!!!!

[@crazylove671]

There are those that enjoy both. My Grandfather served in the Euro-African Campaign of WWII, my Uncle served in the Korean War, my other Uncle served in Vietnam, and my son served in Afghanistan (3 tours). Those that are still with us love it. ( I make sure to introduce the concept THANK YOU for your service! I introduce the music to those who are willling to hear. Thank you again for your sacrifice. I know first hand what it was. Love and Peace!