THE MOST TOUCHING SONG EVER!!! HARRY CHAPIN - CATS IN THE CRADLE (REACTION)

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[@CamoJan]

This song makes me tear up every time I hear it. Make time for your kids/folks when you can.

[@helenmalina799]

Me too ❤

[@Johnnycdrums]

@@helenmalina799 Me three.

[@no834]

So true, as i lost my father many years ago and not even 2 years ago my mom passed and this song kills me. I wish I could go back and be a better son, but it's too late for me.

[@rachel-in-the-208]

🥺😭

[@sarahsnow8746]

Ditto! My sister heard this song one day (she’d heard it before) but this particular day she balled. It was then she knew she was pregnant.

[@royrocker9004]

To parents everywhere listening to this song.. Take it to heart. Make time for your children. Nothing and I mean NOTHING is more important than your children, especially when they are minors. I do not care how busy you are, how tired you are, make time for your children. They grow up so fast and they really need their parents when they are young. You can not buy back yesterday no matter how much money you have. Make the time. Find the time.

[@goldiekildea2924]

Well said Roy!!

[@jennifursun3303]

even though my late dad worked nights and was usually home asleep when we left for school he was always a big part of my life love and miss him alot

[@bengaltiger9891]

🙏 Amen

[@terimueller3647]

Amen

[@kaarhildtorset4850]

So true😪

[@johngolden5257]

There is not a guy alive who doesn’t tear up thinking of his dad upon hearing this.

[@daveshaffer324]

Very true mine died in 1990 when I was 7

[@rayrwise5728]

Yes, lost my dad in 2019

[@ShelbyFarrow]

@@rayrwise5728 I lost my dad in 2012.

[@benaveiga546]

If you only.knew how right you are. I Lost mine in 2004.

[@skipwilliam5639]

This song hits home so hard When i was working on my car my son asked me to play catch I said I cant right now son Im busy working on the car.. His head dropped and before he could lift it again I said the car can wait and played catch 25 years later its still the best day of my life..

[@christinetarquin3773]

Bless you. It took only 2 seconds to make a decision that unknowingly years later pd off

[@mumbles215]

Good job Dad. Good job. Your boy will be just like you!!

[@zq9m3xh8]

I remember one morning long ago, when my dad asked me to take a ride with him to the store. I didn't want to go, since I was busy watching my Saturday morning cartoons. He said to me "You know, some day I won't be around to take you places anymore." He died that night. I was 11. While not exactly the same thing, this song does remind me of a hard lesson I learned that night; to always let the people you love KNOW that you love them, because you just never know, and the people you love should never be left wondering....

[@denisesalmon4496]

I just lost my father two weeks ago. Strong navy man! He never told us that he loved us or that he was proud of us until he was passing away. So I get you!

[@zq9m3xh8]

@@denisesalmon4496 💕💔

[@appledoreman]

That's sad. You can regret so many things after friends or family have died - but never that you loved them too much.

[@christinegelabert1651]

@@denisesalmon4496 for myself and all of my family to you and all of yours during this dark time right now... For sending you love hugs and respect. I know how hard it is to lose your Dad. It rocks your world I'll tell you that. #WW2ArmyAirCORPSMPsDaughter

[@denisesalmon4496]

@@christinegelabert1651 Thank you so much

[@heinleinreader]

Being a parent isn't just the biggest honor, it's the hardest job you will ever be asked to do.

[@psmolek7438]

The greatest gift you can give your child is your time.

[@delisamarchetti5926]

This song is so deep, and it touches the heart. It brings a tear every time I hear it.

[@jlyc1985]

If you like this song, you would like “The Living Years” by Mike and the Mechanics.

[@belindalopes6774]

Havent heard that song in years, makes me think of my grandmas. Brings tears to my eyes.

[@j.woodbury412]

That is a great song. One of the few songs from the 90's that I actually like.

[@bloppysloppy4057]

Harry Chapin gave away half of his earnings to charity and played many benefit concerts. He didn't live large. He was driving a Volkswagen Rabbit that exploded into flames on impact when he died.

[@steveclarke543]

He was hit by a lorry when veered across lanes in front of it. Even though the lorry driver was not to blame his widow was awarded $12 million(!?). Harry shouldn't even have been driving, his licence was revoked.

[@salvatorerizzo8640]

Yes. I just passed the spot where he was killed. On the expressway on long island. Thar spot is named after him. I pass there all the time

[@Tonyoh.]

I remember that day. His songs played on my Stereo all day. And my Son's remember that.

[@tjhunger8644]

I'm writing this with teary eyes. I remember as a child hearing this song for the first time and having a strong response to it, to the point of tears. It came on the radio as I was sitting as a passenger while my mother drove, to where I don't remember now, but after the song was over she looked at me and noticed I was crying and asked me if I was okay I simply said I'll be fine. You see, I grew up without a father and this song reminded me of what I had missed and what I would never have and that being a Father's love and guidance

[@shirak23]

I was with my parents on the way to a Harry Chapin concert. We were actually looking for a parking spot when we heard on the radio that he had died in that car crash on the way to the show. My parents were devastated. I was too young to fully understand the impact, until I was much older. This is still one of my dad's favorite songs (as sad as it is). I think it really motivated him to be present in my life.

[@alabhaois]

What a shame 🥺☹️

[@Constance8722]

When Harry Chapin died I cried my eyes out and devastated for a long time. What a loss.

[@subwaygoddess1]

I began to cry as Harry Chapin's son spoke. I got to see Harry Chapin in concert, way back in the 1970's, in Central Park. I was in the front row, and it was unforgettable. Harry was warm and loving with his audience. I was devastated when I heard he died, way too young. You must react to "Taxi," really. Harry was a story teller, and Taxi was his most famous song. He even did a sequel to Taxi! It is a classic. Thank you for reacting to thos beautiful man. ✌️🎶💙

[@susanyork5089]

Harry Chapin greatest story teller ever , love love love this man , have never got over his death

[@robertcass7723]

I cry every time I hear this song. Such a shame that he never got to see his kids grow up.

[@leonel8831]

I miss my dad every day. Never take people for granted. If you got your parents still, cherish every moment.

[@AutumnExplore]

"Where does the time go" is often asked; time is in your Television; Time is in the Internet; Time is in Video Games/Apps... Unplug that Junk and get with Family and Friends! Or don't unplug and die with endless regrets!

[@colinglen4505]

This song influenced me to seek as many ways to be with my son as possible. Changed my work shifts, even though it meant a cut in pay, but it was so worth it. Being with him when he was growing up was the best part of my life. He lives with me now,. :)

[@leoh1191]

This song literally is the definition of perfection..hits you so hard..you literally can feel the kid's pain

[@fuz4623]

After hearing this a million times, I still teared up. I’m not crying! You’re crying! 😠

[@michaelakkerman407]

I did not want to cry today...thanks for throwing that out the door...damn it!

[@Mr54nomore]

He was one of the greatest singer/songwriters ever! His [Harry Chapin] songs reflected so much of everyday life that we all can relate to them in one way or another. This classic song "Cats in the Cradle" [1974] was one of the biggest songs that year. Ever since it has captured the minds of everyone who has ever heard it. And they have become better parents for it. That's a great legacy to leave behind. Awesome! Please react to his song "A Better Place to Be" 1978. It is a tearjerker...

[@robertwalker1803]

“ Highest honor being a parent”… you nailed it.

[@steveduncan9256]

Josh looks so much like his dad. What a beautiful song from a beautiful soul

[@educationalramblings6826]

When my father died, I didn't shed a tear, didn't go to his funeral, and hadn't seen him in 5 years. His choices always were about himself and his interests. Which was completely fine. He chose how to live his life. When my son, now 30, was born, I made my decisions based around him. I was going to present at everything and be involved in his life. I knew that I could die at any moment and wanted to make sure I didn't miss anything. I thank my dad everytime I hear this song because I vowed never to be like him for my son.

[@dks6714]

I lost my dad when I was 16.... about to turn 55 and it still hurts. I have thought about him EVERY DAY!! I hate to hear people tell me that they don't get along with one of their parents. I got along great with both my parents.THANK GOD!! I still have my mom!!

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I was a daddy's girl until right after my high school graduation. My dad died I was 18. I'm turning 54 in a couple of weeks. I still miss him a lot. About 10 years later, I lost my younger sister. I still have my mom. I needed to be reminded to be better. We live together and help each other out. I'm blessed to have time. I just have to use that time wisely.

[@dks6714]

@@barbaramatthews4735 I lost my older sister 3 years ago. I don't know what hurts worse missing her or watching my mom miss her.

[@royalpython1736]

Cat's in the Cradle = the family is at home Sliver Spoon= wealth/ the father's need to maintain it Little Boy Blue = the sad son missing his father Man on the Moon = the father away from his family

[@MrJuanqui64]

Finally. A breakdown that makes sense. Thank you

[@herrzimm]

This is a "real parent's song". The time, effort, and focus it takes to ensure that your child has food in the belly, clothes on the back, roof over the head, and a safe place to sleep can really take you away from a lot of the 'little things' that are so damn precious in life. And yet, when your child grows up, has a family of their own? They have to go through the same time, effort and focus to take care of their children. But they still remain "your child" and all you want to do is have those "little moments" together to cherish together. This is why the "little things" can have a life-long impact. I am 50yrs old, almost 51. And one of my fondest childhood memories is my dad volunteering every summer to be my baseball team's "scorekeeper" every weekend. At the time, I just thought my dad was doing something to be around me, but more for the team than for me personally. When I was in my 20's my dad showed me EVERY SINGLE GAME and how he had tracked my EVERY SINGLE TIME AT BAT. It wasn't until then that I knew my dad had done it so that he would be there to focus his full attention on ME every time I was at bat, or had a ball hit to me. He kept score of every play, of every game, of every team I played for between 8 and 12 every summer. And I knew when he showed it to me and talked about it, he could still recall every game thanks to those scorecards. Win or lose, he could remember EVERY play that I was involved in. Every out, every score for the team, and the team's overall record at the end of the season. It was one of the few times as a "grown man" that I cried in front of my own father because of how much it had meant to him to be there for me, and I hadn't noticed it at the time. And it was what had made me so damn pushy to be involved in my own little boy's time playing football by volunteering to be the assistant coach for his pee-wee games.

[@RFWieder]

Harry Chapin was an unbelievable story teller!! He could grab you and make you feel like it was a story from your life!! Two of my favorites are " Taxi" and " A Better Place to Be"!!!

[@alabhaois]

I didn’t realize his wife wrote the poem, and he added the melody. Rest in Peace, Harry 💕

[@anitapaulus937]

I met Harry Chaplin years ago. He was so kind to us, a young group in a strange place.

[@davidhutchinson5233]

My old man was that kind of Dad, until I was about 13. Then he got real involved in my life. I am always grateful for the time we had. The good times, the bad times, all of it. I've always made time for my step children. Always was ready to listen. Sometimes touching, sometimes silly, but I always loved them.

[@josephtingley654]

Harry Chapin is one of the greatest musical storytellers ever!! Don't stop and enjoy some more Harry.

[@thomaslibbey647]

Harry Chapin is America's greatest story teller.........I grew up with this song and made sure I wouldn't do these things especially since I grew up without a father, he was killed in Vietnam when I was 4.........brings me to tears every time.....check out Taxi and also Taxi the sequel

[@zacsmidget]

Keep digging into Harry Chapin. He's one of America's greatest songwriters. Sniper A Better Place to Be W.O.L.D Roses are Red

[@lindawalker161]

What a beautiful legacy Harry left for his son, Josh. Brought tears to my eyes.

[@sarahdixon1943]

My husband can't listen to this song without getting teary. It reminds him of his Dad.

[@garyjones451]

I saw harry Chaplin and was the best dam concert I have ever seen!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@MisterWondrous]

He was a writer of first quality with a soul to match. Pure love.

[@GilbertHorn1]

Saw him live on Broadway, New York, 1975 in his show: The Night That Made America Famous

[@angelomichael4156]

This song hit me when I was young and I made sure I was there for every thing my kids did.

[@theresamillaway6398]

This is so emotional....you can hear the sadness of the father's heart??? I'm going to hug my daughter today!!! She's 29 but I tell her everyday how I'm so happy to be her mother!!!! Blessings to everyone!

[@reborndaughter445]

Such a warm, generous unassuming man. I met him some 40 years ago when he played at a theater in my city. He arrived in town with his guitar, sat on a stool on the stage by himself, and played for almost 3 hours. We went out with him after to see another artist in town. RIP Harry.

[@marcyking461]

This song will always be a classic. It touches anyone who has children, who has had to make sacrifices between making a living and spending time with their kids ... generation after generation. We can only imagine what Harry might have had in store for us had the hand of fate not cut his life short.

[@chaz5229]

The first time I heard this song, AS A CHILD, it made me cry. This is one of the MOST down to earth, truthful songs I have ever heard.

[@richardkilgore8922]

And it continues! The bills must be paid! I miss them every day I'm away!!💜

[@paulkersey1007]

I think somewhere in heaven, Harry Chapin is smiling.

[@edchaput3577]

One of the saddest songs ever written.

[@Cooljack906]

It always makes me sad when I hear this. It's so true about life. There's never enough time. Father's are working hard and are tired and miss out on their kids growing up. All of a sudden you wake up one day and wonder where the year's have gone. Then when you have more time to spend they don't. Life can be sad sometimes. My own father has passed away but this song takes me back in my memories to a time when he was young. Miss those days!! 😢

[@donnazasgoat2274]

Children are a treasure not a burden. I was made to feel like a burden from my parents so I rebelled by always making time for my son. So now I'm happy it's come full circle for my grands. My son always listens to them and teaches them gardening and cooking cuz he's a chef. Love your children and listen to them!

[@LJW55]

I'm 66yo and in tears watching this, I'm from a split family and never got to spend too much time with my dad. He died back in '85, never saw me get married, never met his 2 grandchildren. So sad...

[@gilliandawson6567]

I love this song, its such a powerful message. For completely different tone is his 30000 pounds of bananas.

[@cathyfox5602]

Another great song by Harry Chapin is Taxi. Give it a reaction, you won't regret it ❤️🇨🇦

[@danilleblanc7487]

His wife wrote the lyrics for this song. Another great one of his is Taxi! love to you two!

[@angelagoodwin5758]

This is such a touching video. The song and the two people he loved most, his wife and son.💙

[@psmolek7438]

Another similar song is “Father and Som” by Cat Stevens.

[@vidalsmith9160]

I love how his son told him im gonna be just like you and he did!!

[@bubgum0079]

The first time I heard this song I was in 7th grade. I loved it then and I love it now. I enjoyed the time I had with my children as they were growing up and I made sure I gave them lots and lots of my attention.

[@bjm9071]

I saw him in concert many times. Even though most of his songs were serious, he and his band were absolutely hilarious and always had a great rapport with the audience. I was devastated when he died.

[@bryceeasterman3943]

RIP Harry perhaps one of the best song writers/story teller try WOLD followed by Mr. Tanner so many great songs had the privilege of seeing him in concert many times at the westbury music theater wonderful times after the concert would be in the crowd meeting everyone a very special person

[@mikecalderon5251]

This song came out when I was a kid, and my dad wasn't really in my life much. So this song became my blueprint to be a dad. I was there for everything.

[@robertkeown2406]

It is an honor to have kids, I am 67yo and never had that honor. My wife had Lupus and she was advised not to have any or it could kill her. She passed away in Oct. 1998. So those of you that have kids or going to have kids do what I never had a chance to do teach them right from wrong and always love them no matter what!

[@rons3634]

How can you smile thru this whole song?

[@anitaphelps8715]

Thanks for playing the entire song. Great reaction to a great song.

[@dagmar.6954]

Another great singer songwriter & storyteller. I had his "Greatest Stories Live" double album. "Cat's In The Cradle" is his most famous piece. "Taxi" was another big hit for Harry Chapin. Ten years later he followed it up with "Sequel" showing what happened to the 2 people in the story. He had so many great songs such as "W·O·L·D", "Mr. Tanner", "Mail Order Annie", "They Call Her Easy", "I Wanna Learn A Love Song", "30,000 Pounds Of Bananas", "Shooting Star", "Halfway To Heaven", "Six String Orchestra", "Dreams Go By", "Remember When The Music", "Story Of A Life". We lost him too young in a car accident in 1981 at the age of 38. He left a great legacy of music.

[@jacksong6226]

Sniper?

[@maryohara1224]

Agreed

[@tonym362]

I was very vlessed to see Harry at a small club about 2 months before he died. This song always brings a tear. He was a story teller, singer. He also had a brother Tom, that did a Sunday morning show .

[@bert0522]

RIP Harry, your missed everyday. Jim

[@jenivasquez8574]

This song made me stop what I was doing and go play with my kids, every time.

[@MrsLauraD]

This song was hugely popular. It changed a generation of father's.

[@suewilliamson5382]

Harry is one of my all time favorites. I saw him in concert about a dozen times. His live versions of songs give you an idea of his relationship with his audience. The entire show was Harry and his band, no warm up act. Just about 3 hours of Harry singing with a short intermission near the middle. Every show ended with the song “Circle”. After performing for 3 hours Harry would go out to the main concourse to autograph any concert book or t-shirt for as long as it took. The ladies would also get a kiss. Proceeds from the sale of merchandise would go to his foundation “World Hunger Year”. Harry Chapin was a fantastic storyteller, humanitarian, and philanthropist. Another talented singer gone too soon.

[@richardholguin2564]

Welcome aboard! Harry has three other songs that are must listen to reactions. 'Taxi' and 'Sequel' are part 1&2 of a ♥️ story, and 'Flower Are Red' is an excellent song also.

[@rwolves]

I never know how to feel when I listen to this song. Part of me feels happy because he taught his son to work hard, provide for his family and make sure they don't go without but at the same time he missed so much growing up.

[@ThatArabGirl10]

This song makes me cry. My father was never home, and now he's gone. I miss you, Dad. Rest in peace.

[@lauraheim8381]

All these years later, I still have a lump in my throat. Every time I hear it.

[@epona1969]

I've always loved this song. It's almost a cautionary tale. Be careful what you model to your kids and what you teach them. They're watching. And they need you. Be there for them and teach them that they're important. ❤️ The crash he died in was somewhat ironic since he was involved in an accident with an 18 wheeler - see if you can find Thirty Thousand Pounds Of Bananas - the live album version (1975). Great song, darkly amusing, and eerily prescient given how he died.

[@maryannashenfelder5513]

it always is a pleasure to watch you 2,as we grew up with this and know the story!!

[@williampenbeth4035]

Once time is gone it's gone. Does not come back!!!¡!

[@827dusty]

Harry Chapin's son, looks just like his dad did on that stage almost 50 years ago.

[@bridgettstephens5582]

This song literally changed a generation of father's parenting skills.

[@ronaldolson3214]

Harry Chapin was a perfect storyteller saw him in concert years ago when I left the concert hall I had tears in my eyes it was a really emotional moving concert

[@hollypinkley7936]

you will reap what you sow!!!! Another artist who was taken from us way to soon!!! RIP - your music lives on!!

[@robertasirgutz8800]

Best tale of a father/ son relationship. Sadly, a common experience.

[@mycomment474]

All of his songs were a dairy of his life. RIP Harry

[@nicero870]

I was a a 5 year old boy when this song came out. My dad told me then it made him think of me. He’s been gone for 20 years now and I have two grown sons of my own. I tried to make the moments with them mean something, but never enough. If you men have sons, hug them tight.

[@kylesummers1565]

I had the greatest Dad in the world, but there is always a little of this on both sides. Peace, Love!!

[@erikmeyle5989]

I lived this song.I cry every Father's day and when I hear this song.Working on the road to support a family is not worth it.

[@jimhammill3584]

So glad you discovered Harry, the greatest live entertainer I've ever seen. The man had the ability to make you feel like he was singing to you in your living room, even if you were sitting rows back in an arena. Take a look into his life: he donated 1/2 of his concert proceeds to fight world hunger and served on Pres. Carter's commission to fight hunger. That was his cause - he always said there were so many problems for which we don't have an answer, but that's one where we do. We can feed the world. A great entertainer, great storyteller (check out "All of Life's a Circle" and "I Wanna Learn a Love Song"), and great human being.

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

Harry left us way too young. Only 38 and he had so much more to give us. Always makes me sad.

[@runty312]

Loved this song forever.

[@TheMadManPlace]

A simple song with so much emotion and SO MUCH TRUTH 😥

[@pattikinney5535]

Harry Chapin is such an amazing storyteller. You really should do more of his songs

[@MrUndersolo]

I had a teacher who used to play this for us when I was in grade school. He wanted us to learn about what is important in life...and I think you got it, too!

[@susanconstable2113]

I have loved this song since I was a child in the 70s. I even have my kids knowing it!

[@Zenohbia]

That song changed a lot of parenting styles opening the eyes of new parents. Kids mimic their parents because it’s what they are programmed to do and how they develop is entirely based on those early years even when they can’t remember them.

[@oldeskoolnana7543]

This song makes me cry everytime. He was killed on the Long Island Expressway on 7/16/1981. He was 39. I drive that road everyday. Gone too soon. RIP HARRY 🙏✌🌻🌻 I'm crying already.😪😪

[@christinegelabert1651]

@Shawn And Mel Check this out... THIS is what you need to know about our great Harry Chapin! He was born in Greenwich Village in NYC, lived for a time in Brooklyn BUT most of his life he lived out here on Long Island WITH US. By WITH US... I need to explain to you, he was never one to put on airs about himself. He truly was one of the most down to earth people who doesn't want to meet. After he passed our local open air amphitheater I'm doing some renovations and was renamed the Harry Chapin amphitheater in his honor. He ALSO has other places on Long Island that were named after him. BUT my park in our town was one of the first...it was also so close to Nassau Coliseum. That was where he used to play his concerts for decades. When others came to play in Madison Square Garden and other venues on Long Island... Coliseum was always on that list after they played the Garden. THAT'S all the circuit runs before they go over to Jersey to the Meadowlands. THEN they might even hit 1 or 2 more in Jersey BUT USUALLY it's 2 or 3 dates at the Meadowlands because most bands they can fill that venue every year without scattering themselves all around the state. THEN THEY GO TO UPSTATE NY PLAY AT "THE EGG" IN ALBANY. It's literally a like stones throw away from all capital in NYS and it's pretty much shaped like an egg and the acoustics are amazing for any band to play in. Then I'll pick a couple of the towns the bigger venues. A LOT OF UPSTATE NY IS COLLEGE TOWNS & KNOW NOT THAT FAR APART FROM EACH OTHER. WE'RE NOT like other states that may have 5 or 6 state colleges~I CAN NAME 6 off my head right now. Four of them are within three counties of each other upstate which is like a couple hundred miles apart if that. We have 110 MI here on Long Island when it comes to HOW LONG our Island actually is. JUST down here, WE have two state colleges HERE! Lol! NOW... there's a reason for the story, Jersey has like 18 state colleges we have 75 here in NYS ok? Sometimes these bands swing back into a second show at the Meadowlands as they go through Connecticut on a loop going south. If you ever look at your bands they usually going out of York and then they go south and they go back up and then they fly out of you up and go to Europe. Why because most times you only have to change out of New York ONCE to get over here. Also you can fly from New York to CANADA after secondary return to Meadowlands show in even like less than 3 HOURS tops ok? Hell I can probably make that drive in like freaking 10/12 HRS TOPS or so. THAT'S IF I stop twice to pee and once to get more coffee in me ok? I usually didn't buy food on the road when I used to drive. It's better AND cheaper when you make your own sandwiches. Plus you never know if their condiments like the mayonnaise is bad and it can make you feel sketchy. Then you've nowhere to go to the bathroom OR yuke. So now here's what he'd do~he left the bands do that circuit and swing back to New York and he never let anybody know who is doing HIS FREE CONCERTS~UNTIL like 2 or 3 days before. They always held at a place called Bald Hill which is for veterans out on the Eastern the Long Island. My older buddy I used to hang out with called Dead Bob, who was the Vietnam vet was the one who told me about the concert when Three Dog Night played! I totally flipped out because I found out about 2 weeks beforehand I was able to tell my friend to get that weekend off from her job! NOW ALL UOU GAVE TO DO TO BRING ACTUALLY AS AN ADMISSION PRICE IF YOU EVEN WANT TO CALL IT THAT? WOULD YOU REALLY WHAT REALLY IS SUGGESTED THAT YOU BRING IN AS "YOUR TICKET"... IS LIKE A BOX OF FOOD THAT'S NOT PERISHABLE OR SOME CANS OF NON-PERISHABLE STUFF FOR HIS CHARITY SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF PEOPLE WITH FAMILIES WHO IN NEED ON LONG ISLAND. THIS IS WHY WE SAY HE LIVED WITH US AND HE WAS ONE OF US. Harry Chapin truly had a huge heart, people in NYC loved him, and the people in Long Island loved him once you moved out here and became part of walking with me. It wasn't just everybody around the world would love this music he was a genuinely sweet giving kind person. It was the FIRST food banks that was ever set up on Long Island to help the poor. He saw the need of struggling families and he was like NO this can't be going on with these kids going hungry. I got to find a way to help people. So he reached out to all the artists that he knew and let them play their concerts to make their money. When they were done doing a run, one OR depending on scheduling...a few of them secretly had already committed themselves to do his concerts without saying a word to anybody. That way they'll be able to make money on ticket sales and still be able to give a free concert to people who really genuinely wanted to go but truly couldn't afford to buy a ticket. THAT'S WHY he kept the identity of who was playing secret. He didn't want people just saying oh I'm not going to buy it because I know he's going to be the headliner in another couple weeks when the concert hits at Bald Hill. Most of the people who are in that crowd were people like myself who are hard-working people or people who are out of work the time and just didn't have the $22 right then with the 27 bucks or maybe the 50 bucks or the $150 to get in the somewhat little to kind of crappy ALMOST front seats which is pretty much what their cost was back then. So it wasn't just to give back in the way of food for Long Island it was a gift back in the way of free music to people who really pretty much about 75% or 85% of that audience truly couldn't afford to have a ticket to a show in order to actually take a day off and be able to enjoy themselves. I can't tell you how happy that concert made me because it's a child Joy to the World WAS one of the first songs I learned how to say! This Island AND NYC to this day I'm still mourning of Harry Chapin. He wasn't just a great musician, he was a trailblazer people who were poor and in need. He brought music Love kindness and generosity of spirit to this world here. He brought it to many generations but we were going to so much unrest. During my generation they were countries that didn't exist yet. Like Germany it was still two countries. Like Russia didn't exist, it was still the United Socialist Soviet Republic. Czechoslovakia was still in existence before I became the Czech Republic. The country of Georgia had not annexed from the USSR. One of the best days of my life was watching on MTV as the wall fell down between East and West Germany! He give us a lot of Hope and smiles through a lot of turbulent times. As a former singer I appreciate what he gave out into the world. #NYGenXBIKERLady www.licares.org/#:~:text=Long%20Island%20Cares%20is%20Long,hungry%20and%20food%20insecure%20populations.

[@kerrijohnstone7588]

This song IS my father. Period.

[@tedpetry2028]

Harry in a car accident, Jim roche in a plane accident. Two most gifted songwriters who passed.

[@ShelbyFarrow]

Yes Harry in an auto accident, Jim in a plane crash and also John Denver in a plane crash. Three of the most gifted singer-songwriters of all time.

[@miltonslocum8957]

This song gets me teary eyed every time I hear it and the words ring true. I have never heard the story behind it or seen the video of his wife and son. Thanks so much for reacting to this beautiful classic song.

[@marenehanson5526]

A piece of my heart died when he did. How wonderful his son has his music. Rest In Peace Dad….

[@christinemarieciurlino-dun4002]

I love these two, glad I came upon your channel! I grew up with all this music, it still touched me. My dad died young, glad I had sone time with him, he was there.