The Dance - Garth Brooks

[@cttomkin]

In 1992 I was a Marine stationed on Okinawa, Japan for 12 months at my first duty station. My roomy, Mathew was a white kid from Fremont, Ohio and I was a black kid from Bronx, NY (by way of Trinidad). He would play country music and watch NASCAR every chance he got. I was going crazy. Garth Brooks was his favorite. Then he started listening to Reggae and R&B (just a little). My son was born while I was overseas, Mathew is the one who told me I had a boy because my leg was broken and I couldn't get to the Duty phone on the 4th deck (floor) of our barracks. Mathew was also at my side during the funeral service for my son 29 years later. Music.

[@sandrasmith8568]

God bless you.

[@sandrasmith8568]

Black and white we are the same! Love story!!! United we stand.

[@landslug]

😢 Music is the way

[@melissaarispe1551]

Sorry for your loss.❤❤

[@cttomkin]

Thank you

[@ericcannon679]

This was the song my daughter chose for the father-daughter dance at her wedding. She got cancer and passed away 2 years later. I can't believe how fitting and prophetic the lyrics are. I break into tears every time I hear it STILL, after 16 years.

[@kathyd.1279]

I'm so sorry

[@laurencopley8449]

❤

[@jenniferrezende1460]

So sorry! Hope you're doing ok

[@x0539p]

I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing a child has to be the worst loss possible.

[@nobsnoargue4126]

One of my daughter's songs at her wedding in Nov 2005, she passed May 2009. I saw her so beautiful dancing to this song, one of my so many great memories. God bless all.

[@70schild86]

*Timeless* "I could've missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance". With joy comes sorrow. Such haunting lyrics.

[@victorrosales7565]

Wow

[@susansmith8141]

So true

[@DanaChilders-o7s]

I wouldn't want to miss the dance

[@roxypoint1]

Going through separation. Next divorce. This hits hard, but to be honest the dance I had was done from the start. 33 years down the drain. Wish I could go back. Been selfish to never have said I was with child. I endured emotional, and physical abuse for too long.

[@beckyboone9736]

That one makes me cry also

[@DannyShipley-rb4nj]

Good song…and I like to say…I’m sorry to all, that were affected by losing someone dear..to u…my condolences 💐

[@DanielRaymond-kl7yd]

Hello Danny how are you doing. Hope everything is ok

[@civillady13]

The night my husband passed away when I was alone for the first time in 38 years this song played in my mind over and over.

[@davidholton9667]

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

[@garymurphy8703]

Sorry for your loss but at least you still have the meares

[@bryandenny8124]

so sorry to read this.keep those memories God gave you close to your heart

[@joshualong1796]

Hes preparing for yalls first dance in heaven watching you everyday waiting to see you at the gates✝️🙂

[@bryandenny8124]

@@joshualong1796 i truly believe this.thanks for posting it

[@RogerBrown-fy1dj]

I lost my wife of 40yrs 2014. I can't hear this Beautiful song without watery eyes.

[@lonewolfrcs1331]

man i feel your pain i lost my wife 3 years ago and this song hits my heart everytime and i am blessed to have my dance with my late beautiful angel of a wife that i did not deserve

[@Christopher-yd2uy]

I am a Damn fool .Almost 35 yrs I let it all fall apart

[@Texas2Step79]

Stay strong my friend...God speed to you ..

[@gretevollan6836]

❤

[@Antonjlavey]

You won't hear her bitching anymore 😊

[@dwade6322]

Please remember that nothing lasts forever...enjoy the dance while you're in it. ❤

[@kristinallbright4600]

Wow ain't that the truth 😞😞

[@angelariscica1649]

❤ so true! Been there

[@caterinascarcella]

Yes as what seems difficult at the time, in the whole scheme of it all always passes.

[@josephmatello1020]

What last forever is Jesus love. All you have to do is accept it.. Read the King James Version of the Bible.......

[@David-bl3km]

Just found the true meaning of this song when my fur baby died last year

[@AllenJackson-j7i]

My wife of 44 years passed away 6/13/2024 from a sixteen month battle with cancer and I had this song played at her service. This song tells a beautiful story.

[@parksrodney92]

My new wife and I dance to this on our wedding

[@MichaelEngerman]

Sorry for your lose God bless

[@JoiCostantino]

I'm sorry. This song hits the nail on the head perfectly. I lost 2 sons 4 months apart and this song took on a whole new meaning. Again, I'm sorry 😢.

[@susansmith8141]

❤

[@judyjacobsen7000]

Sorry for your loss my friend

[@amandalidey329]

"I could have missed the pain, but Id had to miss the dance" My favorite line. ❤🎼🖤

[@henryscrabby5690]

I love listening to these country songs from all these great country singers… I’ve been a lover of country songs from my childhood cuz I grew up listening to them. I guess you’re a country musician lover??

[@gabbyjohn737]

I agree.

[@amandalidey329]

​@henryscrabby5690 I do like some country music, yes. The new country music that is out today I don't listen to or even like. I like the "old school". Lol.

[@amandalidey329]

​@@gabbyjohn737I have always loved this song. I heard it in the 90's. I'm a 80's baby. Lol. Beautiful, emotional song. 🎶🎶.

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

Hello😊we are here to evolve you. Mother Father of all creation are here in physical flesh we luv for you to phone home we've been working non stop to make sure you receive this urgent message we are here to help all in dream come true❤🎉 stand up and make the move😊Mom

[@mustashride]

Reading the comment section as the song plays in the background is heartbreaking. You can see how much love and pain there is in losing a loved one.

[@GeoffStewart-we4cv]

❤. Sometimes I really need to hear this song. Lost my mom when I was 19. That was 26 years ago and it still hurts

[@radar5464]

Same here at 19. This song is what pulled me out of it quite magically. Listened on repeat until healed. Could've missed the pain, but.. 🎶

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

Hello😊we are here to evolve you. Mother Father of all creation are here in physical flesh we luv for you to phone home we've been working non stop to make sure you receive this urgent message we are here to help all in dream come true❤🎉 stand up and make the move😊Mom

[@jaderow1382]

So not just me bawling

[@Dirk29er]

That’s what im doing now. Tears rolling down my face with release of emotion.

[@mylesfredson5670]

My little sister is the biggest Garth Brooks fan I’ve ever known. She knows every word to every song he ever released. She entered into hospice assisted care 2 nights ago fighting her battle with cancer. Tonight I lie awake with her on my heart as she continues her battle with terminal breast cancer. This is her favorite song. She’s wise beyond her 38 years to choose this as her favorite song. No more poignant words have ever been spoken; I could have missed the pain, but I’da have to miss the dance. I love you sis.

[@mylesfredson5670]

Sis drew her last breath this morning. No more pain. She’s dancing up in heaven now and we’ll see her again soon

[@jenniferpowell7255]

I'm so sorry about your sister. I lost my at the age of thirty. She was my best friend. I am crying right now thinking of her. I am in a time in my life where I am struggling. I need her and I don't have my best friend to talk to.

[@mylesfredson5670]

@@jenniferpowell7255 my condolences to you, Jennifer. Losing the ones we love is never easy. It leaves a hole in our hearts that can never quite be filled. Your sister is at peace and I pray that you will find peace as well. All my love

[@amessenger3208]

🙏🙏🙏

[@mylesfredson5670]

@@amessenger3208

[@marias9288]

A friend sang this while we were gathered around my husband in hospice. He lost his battle with cancer two days later. Always loved this song, but it’s even more special now, because it reminds me of him.

[@bettybritt7194]

So terribly sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and best wishes.

[@brandonferris44]

May he Rest in Peace and Power ❤ sorry for your loss 😢

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢😢❤

[@bryandenny8124]

every time i hear this song it reminds me of the only time i ever saw my mom and dad slow dance.they are gone now but the memories are so clear.thank you Lord for giving them to me for 64 years

[@DylanDiMiG]

You were given a blessing it warms my heart to hear you didn't miss the gift.. thank you for sharing guy..

[@ednichols4778]

The true beauty of real gratitude. Thank you

[@dustinmckee1857]

Love thy parents as they are only here for so long. Thank you for that comment. Gratitude for your parents and all they do and sacrifice for there kids to have a better life than they did 🙏🏻

[@bobsagget5931]

Lost my mom to cancer a few years back. The hardest thing I;'ve ever had to endure. My heart goes out to you bro. Stay strong dude. You got this.

[@zacharyrogers1141]

Amen

[@dorothyseay7990]

I danced with my brother in law to this song. He got shot in a hunting accident 2 weeks later. I still can't listen to this without crying. Jimmy I miss you so much.

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR. 🙏 😢😢😢😢😢

[@crookedcurtains]

So sorry to hear about your loss - I know your brother cherished that memory as much as you do. He's still dancing with you

[@reelinfo2089]

One of the greatest songs ever produced. Not only is the poetry great but the melody and music is just beautiful. It’s a classic, no doubt about it.

[@user-zv2ii4mc2x]

I used to have a copy of Garth Brooks first album on CD, with this song on it. On the back of the CÐ, it states that "The Dance" was voted "The greatest country song ever recorded!" I know the pain of loss, like everyone else. This song hits home!

[@JasonPregent]

anymore

[@Tornado55rj]

I totally agree with you. 😎❤️✨️

[@chriseasdon3536]

Definitely in my top five songs of all time

[@RobinHiltz-z4e]

My name is Robin and it's 2024 and I'm still listening to the song and every time I play it it always brings me to tears

[@johnarney8022]

Me also Robin.... John

[@theresaphillips1242]

Same here

[@RobinYorkus-fr1bk]

My name is also Robin today is 10/3/2024 I'm leaving first light from south lake tahoe California with my dog Brice to Vegas will see Garth Brooks Sunday 10/6/2024 Saturday a 30 yr friend of mine also this weekend I am 55 yrs old and April 28th 2024 I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer well I had 2 surgery's back to back and they were unable to get all the cancer it's still 1 cm in my muscle I now have Lymphedema as a side effect from the first surgery taking out my lympnoides which came back negative my mother died if cancer a year ago I am not having chemo nor radiation and should not of let the take the lympnoides that didn't need to be removed since my lympnoides were negative and hasn't spread bur now I have a life time side effect my prognosis if I do nothing more is 50/50 my journey is far from over but yeah FREE will we choose how we live and some choose how we die the preventive maintenance can be bullshit have a good day Freebyrd is my nickname since I was 12 from the red and white actually well FREEBYRD will be played at my funeral for me this has never been a loss of life joy and sadness for me it's a better to of loved and loss verses Never loved song

[@kevingallagher6804]

I’m still listening in 2024… my eyes tear up every time I hear this song…

[@rodneyadams2239]

In a long relationship when she just walked away with no explanation, this song really hits home.

[@adamstegman6681]

We played this at my cousin's funeral last year it's brings tears every time I hear it, he was my age 43 he was texting his wife and ran into oncoming traffic head on with a semi truck, gone in a second 💔 please put the phone down on the road. Be safe everyone 🙏 ❤️

[@jonathankubacki7446]

Thank you for sharing that Adam I’m very sorry for your loss. One of my best friends died 11 years ago the exact same way texting her boss telling her she was going to be late to work that night and was speeding going nearly 100mph and lost control of her car and wasn’t wearing her seat belt not that it would have helped and was ejected through the windshield and killed instantly so I am with you on the put the phone down while driving thing.

[@BarbaraDavis-le5rt]

My condolences, but you are right. Absolutely right, it only takes one second. Many blessings to you, but understand, he is in Gods care now, hes alright, and you will see him again one day. He just moved to a better place.

[@vickipotts5196]

🎉😂

[@LOVEHAS1JOYRAINS2]

Hello😊we are here to evolve you. Mother Father of all creation are here in physical flesh we luv for you to phone home we've been working non stop to make sure you receive this urgent message we are here to help all in dream come true❤🎉 stand up and make the move😊Mom

[@ricksiddiqui8354]

I'm not a Country music fan,but this is definitely one of the most touching and symbolic songs ever written. If it doesn't hit you with tears,its because you've probably never felt a powerful loss in your life or you're not in tune with life and your heart.

[@nsasupporter7557]

Yeah, I don’t care for country music either. But there are some country songs that I do like and this is one of them

[@ronbridges678]

I think of my parents when I hear this. I was adopted by 2 of the best parents I could of had!! I love and miss you both so much. I'll see you again in heaven

[@ricksiddiqui8354]

@@ronbridges678 years ago I was told that there's a special place in heaven for parents that adopt a child. We adopted our daughter the day after she was born and she's truly a gift from God. I have mad respect for your parents, and i hope for my wife and myself to have that impact on our daughter's life as your parents have had on yours.

[@AmandaGillespie-g3n]

Dance so you can always look back and me waiting too noghing but dance

[@LotteYanson]

Same here. I teared up when I heard this song a few weeks ago and got some very specific memories of someone who left my life.

[@stephensmith7405]

My daughter died in a traffic accident, she was only 23. We played this at her funeral. It breaks my heart every time I hear it..

[@kevinsmith9365]

Dang brah dont blame anything just know ahe safe and waiting we are the ones who are not as free as her stand tall and just k now u will reunite ❤

[@moeruss2726]

I’m so, so very sorry for your loss. My ❤ breaks for you.

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

I'm sorry for your loss of your daughter. I hope listening to this song will be a comfort and know your daughter is at peace and smiling down on you in heaven. Peace be with you and your family.🙏

[@sheilaeagy3913]

I’m so so sorry for your loss. Unless you lose a child you cannot understand the pain. My stepdaughter passed. She was beautiful. My husband and I are raising her daughter. We got her at 10 mos old and she’s now 10 years old. Both feel like my biological children.

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

@@sheilaeagy3913 that's very cool that you are raising your stepdaughters child as your own. That's stepping up.🙏

[@CassandraCaldwell-r3x]

I lost my husband on September 13th 2024. We had been married 29 years. He was only 51. We were high school sweethearts. We talked about this song if either of us were to ever pass away. I played this for my baby at his funeral. My heart went with him when he left. He was my whole heart. I feel so empty and lost now.

[@monalisa1946]

❤😢

[@danebrandmeyer5560]

I hope you stay strong in this journey of life ❤

[@fatlarry1184]

Lost my wife last year, still feel empty and lost. It's ok to embrace the grief. It's ok to cry your eyes out every day....I do. Music has helped. God Bless❤🙏

[@anthonygriggs5776]

my heart goes out to you dear remember he's absent from the body present with the Lord

[@BigJakeLS1]

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Mrs. Cassandra. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Even though your husband is not there beside in physical form, he is definitely there in your heart and mind. May God, guardian angel, and your husband protect, comfort, hold your hand everyday.

[@johnathanwathen4165]

I was 7 years old. My dad never came home from work. A drunk driver hit him head on. This song was played at his funeral. RIP Carl Phillip Wathen. August 8th 1960--April 12th, 1992.

[@nicolefama525]

I’m so so sorry

[@kathymartin3527]

My God ..I'm so sorry ..I was a daddy's girl too❤

[@andyanglin390]

Wow I'm so sorry for your loss. I have twins and I couldn't imagine them going through such pain

[@NormaVSegovia-dq5fq]

My sister fighting cancer one day we spend time with that will forever be etched in our hearts. She wanted to listen to music. She danced with her children. This song came on when then she asked my brother to dance with her. They danced the whole song. She rested her head on our brother’s shoulder/chest area like that’s where she just wanted to feel comfort & that she got for the rest of the song. My brother gave her comfort that her idiot husband wouldn’t give her. He was to busy starting to replace her. Her family her core family will never replace her. She’ll forever be missed. She took a piece of all our heart with her. We love you sis more than words can say. ❤

[@henryscrabby5690]

I’m sorry about your loss, I know how bad it feels to lose someone you love cuz I lost my other half five years ago 😢 I love the song myself and it’s does help cheer me up. I guess you’re a country music lover??

[@reneemorales3116]

I'm sorry I just found out I have cancer myself

[@garthbrooks8528]

Thanks for being an amazing fans over the years I LOVE U

[@jocelynadkins3320]

This song hits me differently since I lost the love of my life to suicide. I would have never missed the dance with you Scott despite the pain I feel without you. Love you forever.

[@rjk877]

I’m sorry 😢❤

[@Rainbows_22]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Dizzybear]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@justhere3329]

I’m so sorry. I lost my daughter to suicide in January 💔

[@jocelynadkins3320]

@justhere I'm so sorry for your pain

[@annarmishaw5905]

I lost my husband 15 years ago. This was our song and was played at his funeral. Today is our golden anniversary. So I’ve Cried through every word. 💔💔💔🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@GarthBrooks-c5o]

Hello Annar thanks for your support and comment, i really do appreciate❤

[@pamkeeney1592]

When This song came out I instantly loved it. Now, as a widower of 10 years, it still touches my heart and soul. I would not have missed my dance with Don for anything. Love you Garth

[@justiceharrison5142]

Hello there Pam nice meeting you here

[@KeanuReeves958]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Pam❤❤

[@KeanuReeves958]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Pam??

[@Steve-yo4ld]

​@@KeanuReeves958 FAKE ACCOUNT ALERT!!!!✌️

[@Steve-yo4ld]

​@@justiceharrison5142 STALKER ALERT!✌️

[@DugEphresh]

2024, still play this all the time. Reminds me of my mom and how I said goodbye to her that morning. The weeks leading up to her passing were some of the best we had ever had.

[@willjenkins3529]

She's in a better place than. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@DavidHolewinski]

Even after 30 years this song touches my heart and my soul❤

[@jayjames3446]

One of my all time favorites. When I first heard this on the radio I was blown away. Just about a prefect song. And Garths vocals, ah man, gives you chills.

[@Michael-fc4ch]

One of the most powerful songs in Music history

[@chriseasdon3536]

Agree totally song writing at it's finest hour in my opinion

[@tiffanyhaynes3670]

My husband and mines song. We've been scared, stupid teenagers together. Homeless and hardly surviving, to 14 years later we're all grown up with a family of our own. And this song is such a hallmark moment in our lives.

[@jameslong1644]

That is awesome! It ain't easy but you did it!

[@susanleone9767]

❤

[@annecroft4319]

I’m wishing in could end up with your ending 🫂💜♾️💙

[@buggsbunny2467]

I can't listen to Garth Brooks without crying it makes me think of me and my Dad riding around when I was a young girl 12-13 years old and we would listen to the whole album. I lost him to a heart attack in 2011

[@lestericke9547]

Speaking from a father's point of view Bugs, what you said was probably the happiest part of your daddy's life. The little things matter more when we are with our babies like that.

[@brooklynnelise5643]

I’m eleven and I lost my very close great uncle and he told me to play this at his funeral

[@paulbrown8370]

I am so sorry for your loss honey, know that he is with God today watching over his little girl now.

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

Sorry for your loss in 2011. Garth Brooks sings this song beautifully. It's tough to listen to when you've lost someone, but it can help ease your pain. I've found

[@be_happiness1158]

Same here, my dad passed away when I was 13. We would always listen to Garth Brooks during car rides before we went on the best adventures. His music can’t help but make me cry and smile all together. I feel you ♥️♥️

[@toddriehle7675]

The song that is still impossible not to shed a tear too. Such a beautiful song

[@therealrobertmcdonald]

Twenty-six years after the break up of my first "marriage" this still gets me.

[@daveg205]

I miss the original video. It brings me back to an earlier time. It first reminds me of the relationship I had with my father and the video images of John Wayne take me back because my father admired him and actually looked like him. The song also reminds me of my precious daughter who I lost at an early age. Yes, "I could have missed the pain" but looking back, I would have never missed the dance. Love you Amber.

[@larrywilkens7428]

This was the father daughter dance at my girls wedding. Every time I hear it it brings back those memories. People were in tears while we were dancing. Lots of deep meaning.

[@ashleyjohnston9855]

This is my song to my daughters father. He passed away in 2017. We have a beautiful 17 year old daughter. We got pregnant 2 months after meeting. Not a day goes by I don’t think if him. Thank you Steven for giving me the best part of you. You were my best friend! I love you forever! ❤

[@Christophergery-ys8ku]

Hello Ashley

[@glennbaker106]

God bless and comfort you. Thanks for doing the right thing.

[@samanthatowers4933]

💐

[@jonathongr33n]

That made my day

[@brandonferris44]

May he Rest in Peace and Power ❤ sorry for your loss 😢

[@marilynberry1502]

I lost my twin and play this song all the time It reminds me of my painful loss and so thankful I didn’t know when I would lose him. I couldn’t have bared it. Thankful for having such a loving brother to go through life with! The pain is the price for having had such a bond with him!

[@JacobWilson-uf6zq]

Hello how are you doing today 😊😊

[@Dr.StevenJLawson]

am sorry for your twins and i believe God would do more

[@TheBeautifullady10]

My Husband passed 2007 but this was one of his favorite songs. I tear up everytime I hear it.. I love you Dan

[@henryscrabby5690]

Oh, wow… I’m sorry about you loss 😢 I lost my partner 5 years ago and this was also her favorite song. I love country songs cuz I grew up listening to them. I guess you’re also a country musician lover??

[@NiteRunner.79]

Feel for ya, I lost my father n younger Bro n listen til this songs brings memories n emotions out that I've forgot time to time.. Sorry for ur loss but if this song brings u close to him or emotional happy u go for it, listen piece advice friend told me long time ago.... Its up to u weather ur happy or sad n honestly it's true, this song makes u happy n life too short not to b... From the UK 🇬🇧

[@henryscrabby5690]

@@nancybradley7052 sorry about your loss Nancy.. hope you don’t take things too hard on yourself now. How are you coping with your kids?

[@Dr.StevenJLawson]

till now i can't stop listening to the song, the song is heart touching

[@michaelrocky4571]

SO sorry for your special loss.. life stinks without someone you love

[@RosanneCrider]

I remember hearing this song in 1991. My first husband was in military during Desert Storm and there were a series of concerts given for returning military. Garth Brooks and Kathy Mattea were at the Scope in Norfolk< Va.. Great song. Good memories with good friends. God Bless this country. May it Forever Stand till Jesus comes.

[@mikeyoung7705]

Lost my husband of 22 year's recently I miss him something awful but glad he's not suffering any longer. I'm grateful for those 22 year's! He made me so happy and whole. Now I'm feeling lost and lonely. They tell me time heals just feels like a black hole getting bigger. I don't wanna go anywhere or do anything as we were always together. I don't feel right going into the world without my love. I go to work but only because the bills keep rolling in. If not for that I'd never leave the house. I'm grateful for the time we had but doesn't stop me from wanting more. I'm grateful for the dance.

[@kathymartin3527]

I am so sorry ❤❤

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. 😢😢😢😢❤

[@Zippertees]

Sounds like a tribe i once had, she let me go though mabey for the best when i go soon she getting everything she ever dreamed after the divorce i just couldnt ever be happy again but 13mill she will have for her security i hope you find piece little lady im sure you had your ressons

[@CassandraCaldwell-r3x]

I am so sorry for your loss. I have the exact same pain. I just lost my husband on September 13 2024. You worded my feelings and heartache perfectly. God bless you. I know this pain too. It's endless.

[@lindameyer6321]

I lost my husband 21 years ago. This song makes me cry.

[@RandyrDillon]

Five years ago I Lost my Mother and Dad and I played this song and continued to play it thank you Garth brooks❤

[@Nogame7_Cards]

Our family just lost a beautiful young soul at the tender age of 19. Lost tragically in a motorcycle accident. This song came on the radio on our way down to the funeral. It is a beautiful reminder to enjoy every moment with the ones you love.

[@georgesteffens7489]

Easily one of the best songs of all time. I grew up listening to Garth on cassette tapes and most of his music is unmatched today.

[@Kevinmiller1179]

This song hits you right in the feels. So nostalgic.

[@LadyMacbeth56]

My husband passed away in a horrible work accident. It's been 20 years, and it still hurts. He was only 28. We have 4 beautiful children who are now all grown up. Still, I find myself listening to this song and feeling how I felt all those years ago. I'm so very thankful we didn't know how short our time was.

[@karencraig8588]

3 months ago 43 years married just still devastated it hurts more than you could ever imagine

[@Mary-lx3zs]

He lives on in your beautiful children ❤

[@susannelotzgeselle8910]

You're wonderful, he always stay there, 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😘

[@PhilipJones-mp9mw]

Hi Lady. Good morning🌞😘 I'm so sorry about that I believe God knows best more than we do in life. I hope your night was pretty good?

[@PhilipJones-mp9mw]

Hi Karen, good morning🌞😘 I'm so sorry about that. I hope your night was pretty good?

[@rocky5152]

I worked as the forklift driver for two weeks at the texas stadium in the early nineties for mr brooks. He would jump on my fork and ask me to to take him whereever. I was the last person to drop him off at his bus on the final night. I love this man. Met his father his mother and had a smoke with his sister. When the trellis fell garth showed up with mr mcbride. I was in the stands he was wearing a george strait hat and gym shorts and saw heard garth say: “when will enough be enough. That’s when I knew this man was the real deal, and I will always love him for his care for humankind. He visited the hospital of the injured people. I was not one of them. His love for mankind will always resonate with me in my heart. I love this man as a brother from another mother.

[@Laurenzroblox]

U should also look @ some of the amazing humanitarian acts some other great men R doing all in the name of Humanitarian MrTrump & MrMusk, Mr Snowden, Mr Assange, please don’t take as sarcasm just wondering if U know of them?stay in peace 🕊️

[@William-us7nj]

It tears a hole in my heart each time I read of a young person dying. May God bless each parent, child, and family who has suffered such a loss!!

[@ryangolditch949]

I played this song at my dad's funeral on piano. At 14 years old, this song is extremely meaningful to me and reflects the true randomness of life. But, I'm glad I didn't know the way it all would end. I would have never lived and made memories with my late father had I de attached myself from him to avoid the pain. Our lives are better left to chance.

[@susansmith8141]

❤

[@WillBeall-u2b]

My son Dakota Joseph Beall died at 28 days old and this was the song we played at his funeral it still stops me in my tracks every time it comes on. I miss you son everyday.

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR. 🙏 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@WillBeall-u2b]

@willjenkins3529 thank you God bless you and yours

[@flagzngunz4180]

Got to see him 3 times… mid 90’s, 2015, 2019. My first concert when I was 11. Grew up on 90s country… my favorite music, my favorite artist.

[@maewinkler7187]

All the pain, made me who I am today... I'm thankful to Christ for the dances I've had in this life💜💯

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

That's so thoughtful of you Thanks for your positive review, How are you and how's the weather over there?

[@Mmjaz03]

Amen! 🙌🏽

[@deniseharper3521]

❤❤

[@sandrapierallini8108]

Amen!!!

[@poppytea3333]

I lost my mother on July 4th around 8pm, and today, my step-dad showed me this song and told me how this is how he feels about my mom. Losing her was hard on both of us, and we used this song to connect us to her in a way. I wanna thank you for uploading this song as it helped me and my step-dad have a deeper understanding of each other.

[@HeroesITC]

This song is a masterpiece

[@ValleyLand1990]

King Of The 90's ❤ in My Opinion He's The Greatest Singer Started His Dance

[@deborahdefelice8692]

Garth Brooke's undoubtedly the best country music performer ever. I live in Vegas and went to see him at Caesars Palace best concert I've ever been to. Love him. He's the best!

[@GarthBrooksVEVO]

Thank you so much, Deborah! Your kind words are like a warm hug and they make me feel so appreciated. Keep on listening and I'll keep on making music from the heart.

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

Today August 6th /2024 is my friend's anniversary and this song is just beautiful and a memory i shared with this friend when we were in our teens. So happy for him and his wife. Blessed to have shared in their special day 18 years ago. So blessed this wonderful friend is still in my life.

[@willjenkins3529]

She's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢

[@tinalarson69]

It never gets old. Thank you Garth! 💖

[@chrisminor8742]

@Johnoatesnusiccreeper

[@travisbaxter6597]

SKIN HEAD@@chrisminor8742

[@barbararuss3881]

Lost my brother in 1997. Garth was his favorite..every time Garth comes on the radio I always say hey bubba. I love and miss you and cry so hard I get sick. Every single time. Until I see you again little brother. Save me a spot

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

As you keep trusting the Lord, He will favour you and elevate you to heights beyond your imagination.... it's been long when I lost my lovely wife her death pains me alot 💔Garth was her favorite too

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

I hope you are fine?

[@maryannproffitt44]

This song made me start believing Country music was great again when I was a teen listening to rock and was thinking I knew everything and glad and thankful I had parents who taught me to love a variety of music. No one can dispute the beauty of this song and genius of it. Thanks for keeping it Country y’all.

[@davidholton9667]

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

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

That's so thoughtful of you Mary Thanks for your positive review, How are you and how's the weather over there?

[@maryannproffitt44]

@@MarkRichardson-mv4ix it’s raining

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

@@maryannproffitt44 The weather is very hot. I'm ready for fall and cozy sweaters and fireplaces.

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

@@maryannproffitt44 where do you live?

[@CountryMusicPlaylist3638]

I believe that somewhere in the world, there are people who feel the same emotions that I feel when I listen to masterpieces like this song.

[@darleepeterson4888]

One of those people is Me😊

[@stellajohnson5301]

right here is one of 'em.

[@terrybentley9936]

My wife died 7/27/2007 age of 48. 16 days after her 48th birthday. This song helps me to grieve losing her. Thank You Garth Brooks 😅

[@willjenkins3529]

She's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR. 🙏 😢😢😢😢😢

[@susanseaver2322]

I still love this song and sometimes it makes me want to cry because of remembering certain people in my life.

[@davidholton9667]

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

[@PeteyGunn]

I hear you, sad to say its a very common affliction

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

That's so thoughtful of you Thanks for your positive review, How are you and how's the weather over there?

[@TammyWalker-n2f]

My husband and I were married for 39 years when he suddenly got sick and died. I would gladly redo every aspect of our life together again. He was my best friend and I can't imagine not having the time we had together. It was ups and downs and worth every step.

[@GarthBrooks_private]

Thank you so much I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music. Drop your mail let me fill you with some current

[@ashleyrigatoni702]

My husband just died on September 9th. I'm grateful for every happy minute we spent together. God bless you, from your sister in sorrow. 😢

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢😢

[@CassandraCaldwell-r3x]

I'm sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I lost my husband September 13 2024. We were married 29 years. He was only 51. What I wouldn't give to go back and do it all again. He was my heart and soul.

[@Keysha-m5w]

So many people in life dint realize just hope short an special life is. The people we love an we hold close to our heart can be gone in a blink of an eye. Always tell the ones you live HOW MUCH YOU DO LOVE THEM EVEN IF THEY KNOW ,ITS ALWAYS GREAT TO HEAR THE WORDS "U LIVE YOU TOO❤"

[@jonathankubacki7446]

My favorite song of all time hands down nothing else even comes close. The most powerful song ever written I want this song played at my funeral and a CD of it put in my casket when it’s all over

[@MareeRolton]

Me 2 sweety

[@mahganwilson3543]

I could of missed the pain, but I'd of had to miss the dance. So incredibly profound and poetic

[@mahganwilson3543]

@Garthbrooks3390 not bad, been depressed and anxious and guilty lately and this song helps soothe the ache

[@mahganwilson3543]

@Garthbrooks3390 people call me Rhae, living in the northwest and I've loved this artist basically my entire life

[@IzzieSixx66]

I lost my dear mother in 2022, this song hits right to the heart. She loved this song as well so this fits. 😢💔😓 I miss her so much 😓😭💔 R.I.P mom I will ALWAYS let you live on forever and never be forgotten. I love you forever and always. ❤️💯😭

[@MariaGonzalez-qf5xq]

I give thanks to God that I was able to enjoy 13 years with my son before he died. I will forever treasure those moments.

[@GarthBrooksVEVO]

Thank you so much, Maria! Your kind words are like a warm hug and they make me feel so appreciated. Keep on listening and I'll keep on making music from the heart. And sorry about your son

[@Todd-ml8lx]

I'm sorry, you didn't deserve that.

[@MrBIGNAWD]

NOTHING LASTS FOREVER!!! DANCE YOUR DANCE WHILE YOU CAN!!! GOD BLESS

[@dawnm.h.reeves5717]

I miss you mom and dad. Way too young. I miss you brother, even younger and my two babies. This has been a very hard year. There is no one left.

[@randyhull7408]

I am so sorry.

[@Dr.StevenJLawson]

sorry for your lost an that is the reason for you to strong you don't have to wick or where your kids

[@Angel-rc8o]

my condolences from south america... they are angels watching us, dont be sad because you are never alone with them in your heart as cliche as it sounds its true... sending hugs and blessings

[@angelaedwards6335]

Always a favorite. Couldn't listen to it for a long time..was brothers fave and played at his funeral in 2000❤

[@GarthBrooks-c5o]

Hello angela thanks for your support and comment, i really do appreciate❤

[@jarretthlebechuk7493]

I'm grateful for every encounter I've had in my life no matter how bad or tragic they ended up being for every person I ever met taught me something very special or gave me great memories because that's what's all about his lessons and memories that's the only thing you carry with you everything else can be taken away

[@willjenkins3529]

AMEN. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 👪 🙏 ❤️ ♥️ 💕 💙 👪 🙏 ❤️ ♥️

[@kathernandez6682]

Beautiful God bless you

[@annmariemikus832]

❤

[@samtoallusers]

If you're never right about anything else, you are right about what you said. Big respect to you.

[@williamschettler]

Its called life live it and love it.And yes no one can take that away.

[@salarymanager]

This song helps me to "heal from miscarriage" from 20 years ago. At that time I had been married 13 years and no kids. I felt a bad joke on me! My heart still breaks even though I had a girl in my 14th year and a son in my 16th year. Your heart still breaks for the child you never got to hold and see grow up!

[@salarymanager]

Thank you for acknowledging my great sorrow! I am married 33 years today. My son turned 17 years old on the 19th.

[@reddwine1899]

@@salarymanager I hear your sorrow. I too lost a child I never got to hold and see grow up and I think of him/her often. Peace to you and yours.

[@salarymanager]

I thank all those who replied to my grief. I still would like to hold my daughter. Here is a true fact: when I lost my daughter, my cousin who was 2 years younger than me asked if she could name her daughter after the one I lost! I was so HAPPY and felt she considered my feelings of loss and I said of course. The irony of the whole matter is my cousin died on my birthday 2 years ago! 😥

[@salarymanager]

@@reddwine1899 BLESS YOU FOR YOUR KIND REPLY! I have been feeling guilty for 20 years because when I lost the baby inside of me @ 18 weeks, I was the only one who could feed and nourish her! It helps us mother's to heal to know that we are NOT alone in losing our child!

[@Auroraeevee-m1q]

Fellow loss mother here. My son would be almost 15. I miss him every day. I have 3 other children but I will never forget my son. I have 4 children, 3 with me, and 1 in the hereafter.

[@MadDabber420]

Its June 17th, 2024 and this song transported me back to a different life....

[@cynthiazeitner2098]

Me too. What happened ?

[@emmagolding251]

Breaks me everytime I hear this beautiful song 😢❤❤

[@GarthBrooks-c5o]

Hello Emma thanks for your support and comment, i really do appreciate❤

[@elainewoods7963]

One of my favourites. Such a beautiful song.

[@davidholton9667]

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

[@GailLevi-i5s]

The first time I heard this song, a very special relationship had just ended. My 12 year old son was seated next to me in the car as it played. I felt every word and somehow I knew he did, too. Fast forward 13 years. It wasn't long after that break up that I did meet 'him.' We were married and while we raised are 3 combined children (and adopted a fourth), good and bad happened, but we were so glad we were together. I think my son and his daughter did better in life because of it. Unfortunately, he had contracted Interstatial Lung disease where he worked. After 20 months of difficult, painful bouts, he died only a few months after our 11th anniversary and our fourth child's graduation. It has taken years (20) to get where I'm at. This song takes me back, and makes me glad that original dance had ended.

[@davidholton9667]

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

[@EyesWideOpenTruth]

I am crying 😢 my eyes out. I just read the obituary of a close friend from college. I dedicate this song to Belinda I will forever remember you. Rest In Peace my love ❤😢

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

I saw my friend and Pastor Tim today at church. Such a wonderful man. I got to have a short sweet visit afterwards. Love getting time with him. My childhood friend and Pastor.

[@lancemcgrath9283]

This was my dad’s favorite song and was played at his funeral. I still listen to it when I can’t take it anymore

[@johnmay1773]

No matter who you are we all can relate to the Dance.

[@williamschettler]

Music does indeed tie us all together.no matter who we are.

[@phyllispender783]

Yes it does

[@donaldstevens5289]

Yes

[@johnnystir9796]

No question.

[@scthomas4143]

This has been one of my favorite songs since I was in high school...it helped me gain an appreciation for Country music! Songs like this are timeless....and they move us when we are frozen by grief, pain and heartbreak 🩷

[@janysemadsen18]

Every time I hear this song, it reminds me of the love of my life ❤ He gave it to me when I foolishly broke our hearts

[@NefetariMoonRay]

THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVOURITE SONGS OF ALL TIME. HIS VOICE IS THE PURE EMOTION TO THE POETICAL JOURNEY. SO BEAUTIFUL.

[@jasonglisson4932]

I lost my mother today, this song tells me what I need to hear. The pain I feel that she’s not here with me is the love I’ve had for her since I was born. I wouldn’t have missed that dance for all the worlds gold and silver. I’ll miss you Momma

[@GarthBrooks_private]

Thank you so much I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music. Drop your mail let me fill you with some current

[@willjenkins3529]

She's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@ashleybennett6622]

My grandma went Home two days ago, I’m playing this at her funeral. 😭😭 my world seems to have fallen apart. I love you and I will find you and grandpa to have a dance

[@kenzie7006]

This played at my grandmas funeral in 2017. I still listen quite regularly to this day… It doesn’t get easier but I understand your pain. She’s with my grandpa now and so is yours ❤️

[@JacoOosthuyzen-k6m]

Jooc 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢

[@michaelrocky4571]

Sorry sweetie, your the best for being so close to them. I still miss my grandparents, especially my grandma

[@KellyMcEvers-hz6dm]

Every time I hear this song, I think of my wife who passed from cancer. I don't regret the pain I just miss her

[@seemegonow]

Kelly, your statement brought tears to my eyes - I too know how it feels to loose a loved one - Thank you.

[@KarstenG81]

im sorry for you loss

[@phyllispender783]

It breaks my heart for you. Your pain is raw and words don't begin to help. "Kelly", please know you are in my prayers. Take care of yourself, that's what she would want.

[@bryandenny8124]

my heart goes out to you Kelly.cherish those memories God gave you

[@josebarradas8066]

I love this song.

[@LittleSlim78]

GAAAAARRRRTTTTHHHHH Tears you up when you can relate to it. When we are young, not many can relate. But as we get older, wow!!! It hits home.

[@barbarabonk9022]

I always adored this song. It’s so beautiful & it touches my soul’

[@jenniferperkins5603]

26 years ago I lost my baby. I went through hell but I made it back. This song reminds me of our journey together. Although it may not mean exactly what the song is saying, it fits my story. They say life goes on, and I agree, but so does the pain. I thought about posting a tribute to John David, but instead I figured this was the best way to honor a life that never got to experience what the world has to offer. My prayers he is in heaven greeting all the other babies that were taken from their loving parents. I pray he is dancing in heaven with Jesus and his family members that are there with him. I will count the days until I finally get to hold and dance with you again. I love you son!!

[@tammybennett6897]

I felt in awe the first time I heard this song and the video was great. The words and piano are everything I want to say about my life at the end. Thank you Garth Brooks. Kelly Clarkson also sang the song as a tribute to Garth at the Kennedy Center Honors that will make you weep as well.

[@darlafreeman458]

I hate Kelly Clarkson

[@tammybennett6897]

@Garth Brooks Your music inspires me to be a better person. I love your soulfulness and the passion you put into your songs. Please keep doing what you have been doing for so many years just making others like myself very happy. By the way, my very favorite songs of yours are The Dance and The Change. They speak to my very core. Thank you for taking the time to respond to me. Please tell Ms. Yearwood, that I said hello and that l love her music as well and my favorite two songs of hers are The Song Remembers When and I'll Carry You Home. Much Love to you both.

[@tammybennett6897]

@Garth Brooks No I'm not, sorry. I am however on Facebook, if you would like to reach out that way. Please feel free to.

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

That's so thoughtful of you tammy Thanks for your positive review, How are you and how's the weather over there?

[@travisschwandt2913]

Some lyrics are just special. They can say a lifetime in one song. Can put in you in a good mood and get through a bad one

[@ericdouglas6772]

Such a beautiful song! Garth is one of my favorites! To everyone in the comments who have lost loved ones, sorry for your losses

[@sharonhensley3520]

Beautiful song!! I cry everything I hear it

[@justiceharrison5142]

Hello there Sharon nice meeting you here

[@KeanuReeves958]

Thanks for your continuous love and support Sharon❤❤

[@KeanuReeves958]

For how long have you been a fan of mine Sharon??

[@trishfino1535]

Me too

[@dawnm.h.reeves5717]

I truly wish that the writer of this song knew how a whole FAMILY could be written out and you stand alone totally lost, broke alone. Holding in to threads for life.

[@JacobWilson-uf6zq]

Hello how are you doing today 😊😊

[@born4this783]

Oh how I know.

[@michaelrocky4571]

Yes i have lost my small family and without them or anyone is really tough .. i guess thats life

[@MichaelHoward-i6b]

It sucks

[@sharonsakcriska4810]

😢😢played at my son's funeral in 1997 and it is comforting to hear it after my dad passing away yesterday 😢 neither one missed the dance..

[@willjenkins3529]

He's in a better place. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏 😢😢😢😢❤

[@sammietoto5508]

So sorry for your loss..

[@thomasstokes9526]

Amazing song, always been my favorite of his song ❤❤

[@booitis]

My grandpa loved this song and it was played at his funeral.

[@henryscrabby5690]

I love listening to these country songs from all these great country singers… I’ve been a lover of country songs from my childhood cuz I grew up listening to them. I guess you’re a country musician lover??

[@Dr.StevenJLawson]

that is nice of you guys to do because is last respect this song is one of my favorite and he would but sorry for your dad lost

[@sueferguson7288]

8/24...Garth is timeless, anytime you can you listen to him!!. The emotions that this song gives us!!!

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

I saw my wonderful friend and Pastor Tim today July 28/2024. So wonderful to see him at church. I had a little bit of time with him to chat after the service and I got a HUG. He's a wonderful comfort in so many ways. Very Blessed.❤ This song is a wonderful memory with him so many years ago in our teens.

[@aprilpeterson5210]

My daughter just died on the 28th , my heart is breaking….

[@jenniferwilhelm256]

@@aprilpeterson5210 I'm sorry for your loss I hope you can find comfort and peace from this song " The Dance"

[@stephanieroll6114]

This song will forever be amazing ❤

[@MarkRichardson-mv4ix]

That's so thoughtful of you Stephanie Thanks for your positive review, How are you and how's the weather over there?

[@GarthBrooks-001]

Thank you so much ❤

[@Dr.StevenJLawson]

you are right everlasting