Bonnie Raitt - I Can't Make You Love Me

Official Music Video for I Can’t Make You Love Me performed by Bonnie Raitt.
#BonnieRaitt #ICantMakeYouLoveMe

[@sunshinefogleman127]

She perfectly captures the excruciating pain of a broken heart

[@steveo936]

Even a good man knows this deep pain

[@martingoldfire]

@@steveo936 And this night it's my turn, again...

[@coonhunter132]

Being heartbroken leaves you empty inside. But time heals it eventually. I'm getting better everyday now.

[@deruma99]

Sunshine Fogleman ......mine

[@artfoursoul]

good caption of yours too

[@pryabimantara5371]

There comes a time when you have to stop crossing oceans for people who wouldn't even jump puddles for you.

[@optionout]

+prya bimantara PRFOUND!!

[@PDXbikeman]

+prya bimantara Ain't that the truth

[@MsSaida15]

+prya bimantara funny thing is that I was gonna literally gonna cross oceans to go see someone who turned out to be not as into me as I thought he was.

[@MrGuidoeric]

+prya bimantara how profound

[@DGB15REQUESTS]

+prya bimantara amen to this!!!

[@natasha1976tnmh]

I don't care who they are- No One cant touch Bonnie's version of this song. Its THE BEST

[@MOGGS1942]

Tamara Natasha Melvin Hunter Elkie Brooks.

[@katielynn2841]

Agreeeed

[@elgrande4757]

bon iver

[@vt3994]

Tbh,from a musicians perspective BON IVER is better.

[@saurabhnegi2648]

Indeed

[@alejandrofallas9734]

this song tells exactly what I'm going through right now,after try and try to make things work and given so much without getting nothing back It's time for me to give up this fight and just move on... if someone loves you,that person will always find the time to be with you.

[@maryapplenator9940]

It's ok. Everything will be alright soon. :)

[@chaser123ism]

+Alejandro Fallas , I understand your pain. I was in a relationship for three wonderful years. In that time we never had one argument. She was offered a promotion in her company, she said she has to choose between love or a career, I lost.

[@cheryllee2346]

Alejandro, I'm facing the same stituation like you. I'm the only one who keep on fighting and putting effort into my relationship but in the end my ex just gave up on us. Broke my heart into million pieces :'( After a long fight I finally give up too...just need to learn to move on despite I still love him so much! :(

[@cheryllee2346]

+chaser123ism I'm sorry bout yours. Mine said he has to choose either his freedom or our relationship and I guess our love lost! My heart broken to pieces :'(

[@thisiangarcia]

now, I'm feeling it too...

[@jennifercarroll6543]

She still gives me goosebumps in 2022! The soul she put into this song is amazing!

[@terryvivian9062]

Yes ,it touches my soul for sure.

[@shawncasto2184]

I get goosebumps everytime I hear it

[@bmwexxxoticredheadmamibell4009]

chica, si, ahora en 2023. so true, jen can't see who doesn't get chills hearing this, it's so hauntingly beautiful,sad, yet so so beautiful." - Pero, (but) I have and nor shall ever en vida, let a man take mi peace, ever, nunca, because i still have mi dios(My God above) & love mi self, and mi blessed good life, to never let him do that to me, ever. This is so so beautiful siempre. Yet, so many easily can relate to each word." -------------- "You can't make your heart feel,something it won't...Hear in the dark, these final hours, I would lay down my heart, and i feel the power..." But, you won't....No...you won't.. Cause' I can't make you love me....If you don't." 2:45 onward, to 3:40 to 3:50 to the beautiful piano ending ,absolutely HERMOSA MUY en vida... (in this lifetime)anyway...one of mi most beautiful TOP 10 songs, and that es todo tiempo(that is of all time) hands down.I'm always listening to it, and no matter what i am doing, driving, coming in from mi church, to working at mi recording studio, to law etc.al. I just stop everything, to hear it, listen to it, over and over, and fall back en amor(in love)with the song all over again. that is how beautifully sad, it is.... Bonnie Raitt still is 1 of the best out there, and this song imo prove it,as others..."But it's mi favie by her, siempre. adios ..."

[@LawMami0806]

@@bmwexxxoticredheadmamibell4009 love what you're saying about never take your peace, like that, love that so much, and each word you're saying is soooo true. icam. bmw exxxotic red. great post... well-written. noche(g--nite)

[@anthonyduzevich6421]

Total amazing love at its best! ❤️ 🌅

[@kellytew107]

This is one song I never get tired of, never change the channel if this comes on either. It’s perfect. ❤ Every cover I’ve ever heard is always too fast, they always rush it, you can’t rush greatness! 😊

[@FWFfighters]

Congratulations, Bonnie Raitt, for winning the song of the years. Always loved her music. To me, her best song was, "I can't make you love me." Got me through some dark times in my marriage. Helped me deal with it. Proud of her, no one more deserving.

[@bobyoung8772]

This song haunted me a long time, 8 years ago my wife decided she was tired of me and the sight of me. So I left, gave it all to her, ranch, business, horses, stock left it all and went away. Spent two years in another state working on a ranch and hitting the bottle. four years ago something happened that made me realize the past is just the past. Can't change, fretting over it does nothing so decided to learn from it and get on my life, now four years sober I came back home and got my life together. Met another lady who I love, and have worked getting my life together. Now we are happy and content. I play this song just because I always liked her singing.

[@rosanicole4]

Good luck to you and your new lady!!

[@bobyoung8772]

rosanicole4 thank you, she is the woman l wish l'd met years ago

[@christinevstork2379]

Still does..

[@dobiedisco]

Sorry you went thru that, but I'd never leave my horses, the fight would be on, lol.

[@dondressel4802]

Thank you for sharing I went through the exact thing Life can be so damn hard sometimes Take care and I’m very happy for you

[@randallfrank5682]

A beautiful song about acceptance.

[@goinggreen4720]

This song helped me through my divorce. The death of a relationship is brutal 💔

[@jillweekley2148]

Yes, it is

[@pamelamason5443]

So true

[@PoloPolito-m7c]

Temazo. Bonnie Raitt, 10 puntos... y el PLUS con Bruce Hornsby con su piano mágico... MÁGICO POR PARTIDA DOBLE.

[@korinaallen4097]

One of the saddest, most beautiful love song ever written. 💔 So many of us relate, and not just in the usual ways. If you've ever loved someone and then lost them, for whatever reason, death, divorce, this is your heartbreaking song.

[@AndyArnold-uz5yo]

This song reminds me of my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never missed a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes but some times I wonder why bad thing always happen to good people.,

[@BrutusTJustice]

She is such a beautiful person with an amazing voice.

[@NoreenScott-w6z]

Yes!!! My heart still breaks

[@al5152001]

First time I heard this song….I knew it was a Hit 👍❤️

[@gidget9101]

Yes I am here gidget 2024 adore this song😊

[@eskimochick9532]

I am currently going through this. After leaving an abusive marriage, fighting my way back, I met a man that I truly love with all my heart. 14 years together and ,looking at pics and videos of us from the beginning, its SO different now. I see it in his eyes, and hear it in his voice that he no longer loves me. I am heartbroken. It feels like I'm never going to be happy again. I am so scared.

[@marlanaedwards5296]

Marlana Edwards Don't lose hope Cheryl. He just might come back into your life one day. You never know. Just hang on. A fortune cookie once told me that if you love someone enough and they they break your heart you can't stop yourself from still loving them even after all of that pain. So if you still love this person then go right ahead. Keep loving. Don't ever be afraid to tear up over him because that's a sweet way of showing your love. If you don't want to be bother with anybody else then you don't have to. No matter what anybody says. It's your life.

[@davidjohn6936]

Wow thanks for sharing that. Really

[@kathrynkim6636]

Go to Hero by Maria Carey.... It will help...it did for me anyway...hope it does the same for you.

[@danacoleman4007]

I hope it gets better for you right away!

[@dawnhallum1020]

A beautiful song.

[@kathyyoung9539]

I love Bonnie.❤❤ She's a Sweetheart. ❤❤ Good friends with my brother Stevie Ray Vaughan. ❤❤

[@stevieholman6012]

I've just in the past few months heard this song and it's such a good song especially when I have been in a 18 year relationship and 7 Kids later to now find out that my partner doesn't love me anymore 💔

[@TheFrankthedog]

Oh yeah many times in my life I relate to these words

[@shelleyharris9349]

Goosebumps

[@josebrown5961]

Prince didn’t do too many cover songs but when he did do them he did it right!

[@aladyur9609]

Love this ❤

[@RyanMacleod-ym7qh]

Ilove a woman from America but I wish she loved me the same as I love her but hey life goes on guys ❤

[@williambasti2227]

Yeah I'm in love with her for a long time

[@grahamegolds4606]

Saved my love

[@redriveraerialphotography5780]

Wow I miss this!

[@ste8851]

Absolutely love this song, George Michael’s cover version of it is equally as good if not better .. beautiful song

[@shaunnaruto]

Anyone listening to this in 2024?

[@sandrafazio6906]

Me

[@TheLizzifer]

Baby I've been listening to this since '91

[@ivorambus6083]

Yes beautiful. (despite "paytronize!) sorry

[@KWRockRollDaddyO]

Yep, Bonnie’s best, I got to know her a bit when I was part of sponsorship team on that tour. Fabulous person. I’ve seen her perform over 10x live, still gives me goosebumps.

[@josephrobinsonpersonal3076]

Yep

[@debbiejenkins3418]

This song gave me the strength to walk away from 50 years of wasted time, lies, physical, verbal abuse and years of cheating. At 70 I am finally free or all of the above. And am living my life

[@greekbecky1]

The world is waiting for someone like you, enjoy it!

[@debbiejenkins3418]

@@greekbecky1 thanks

[@potatojoe02]

Good to hear you are finally healed! Nothing's more painful when you are cheated on 😢

[@debbiejenkins3418]

@potatojoe02 thank you

[@craig6444]

@@potatojoe02 It breaks a trust you can never regain. Just been through that. They wouldn't have cheated if they truly loved you. Don't be fooled.

[@derekwood91]

For all the people who loved someone who didn't love them back. This is your song.

[@tkelly4154]

😢😢i know

[@carvinlambert6899]

To Lilly...

[@colettecolette4802]

Yep..!

[@roberthutton7301]

Tank beat her out on this one sorry

[@riaangrant4424]

Why I'm alone❤❤❤

[@Nernela29]

The worst hurt is when someone awakens your love with no intention of loving you back and then leaves without no explanation; just cut you off like you never meant anything to them.

[@beckybaumann7544]

Nerla Remy and it happens at all ages...

[@kham7571]

And it can happen with someone you thought was a friend as well.

[@shirleyyoumustbejoking132]

Going through this right now.

[@swagbucksman34]

@@shirleyyoumustbejoking132 ssme worst feeling ever

[@shirleyyoumustbejoking132]

swagbucksman34 very true...

[@EliGaphary]

It’s like grieving someone who’s still alive and boy does that hurt.

[@justtony21]

or when that woman is off loving someone else and she has left you cold after loving her with just about everything you had and it wasn't good enough.

[@carrie0123210]

Yes...for 39 years even

[@Harmonical1]

Literally one of the most powerful love songs ever written. An incredible song sung by an incredible artist, beautifully accompanied by Bruce Hornsby. Even the great George Michael's version is second to this.

[@adelew3735]

Sure does! 😢

[@angiew2324]

​@@justtony21It happens to men & women alike, and if it's cheating, it's NEVER okay. I'm sorry you've been hurt, I have too - don't let it ever stop you from loving again though. The woman that hurt you doesn't deserve to control your emotions or your future. ❤

[@ChrisGoodsontechfac]

Fun fact: Raitt recorded the vocal track for this in one take. One. Take.

[@raymondrodriguez5060]

And she cried when she did it.

[@soulonice99]

I believe that ... she sings this with TRUTH

[@keithwilliams8342]

One take, or 1st take?

[@keithwilliams8342]

Another good 1 take story. Check out the sone aja by steely dan. Story goes, steve gad (drummer on track) was out w friends partying. They ran out of cash, so they said, hey steve, go lay down a trak somewhere. He did it in 1 take, got paid cash, and they kept partying. Lol. Amazing sight read. Amazing trak.

[@reneasmth7606]

She must of been going thru this in real life, those situations make the best music

[@daily8us]

If you're watching this in 2021, I love you and you're not alone

[@sumitgenzyme]

Me too.. Thanks my friend

[@jmoney9790]

Damn, all these comments… breaks my heart

[@shonaharris9328]

Thank you ❤️, & right there with you too.

[@dovidsokol380]

🇺🇲🇮🇱i am 💙 u 2 Butt i am Alone. No ones here . An its Caled , aaa... Alone ?!!!!!!!

[@brendajerez2235]

Likewise!!

[@rescuelover7891]

I am 72 and have been listening to this for a long time. It is so simple and blames no one. Heartbreaking.

[@lindaknight1075]

Gut-wrenching and heartbreaking, even at 71 years old!! 😢

[@AndyArnold-uz5yo]

This song reminds me of my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost battling cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, life could be so unfair most times, but sometimes I wonder why bad things always happen to good people

[@johannes583]

I am 28 and heartbroken to the core. Like you say, sometimes there's no one to blame, and I have only love for her. It's very moving how a song brings together all kinds of people with their unique stories. We're all human after all

[@zareerlawyer7072]

Oh whadda gorgeous number this actually is.. Even in '24

[@kimciszek-kane397]

I'm 69 y.o. this 4/29/24 been loving Bonnie Raitt since 1973!

[@wil7228]

A beautiful song , not much of a Bonnie Raitt fan but her voice is therapy for a lonely 62 year old male who has high blood pressure and hates his job . Very tired thank you any one who reads this.

[@robertlongwill8856]

Will, I'm a huge classic rock fan Pink Floyd Deep Purple Uriah Heep King Crimson Moody Blues Led Zeppelin my absolute favourites. But I do love Bonnie Raitt. And she can play slide guitar. What an extremely talented lady Bonnie is

[@stishski1913]

💕

[@constancebcs3156]

Wil God bless u brother if u lived in Macon ga we would all rally around you at my church God helps with all our struggles and my mother in law is single lol.

[@terryvivian9062]

Close your eyes and relax .yes her voice is very calming. Take care 🙂.

[@farrelvincent9990]

I've had a crush on Bonnie Raitt for almost as long as you've been alive. This IS a GREAT song.

[@Gypsydreams]

That moment when you realize you've invested your heart and soul and they can't feel you is a slow dance thru hell..

[@oscarrobles5977]

julie anna 😥

[@venus170]

I feel you 😔😔😔😔

[@shadey2669]

Yup 12 yrs later were still dancing

[@gjgenovese3300]

I hear you sister 😔💔

[@steveo936]

Amen

[@sirusbones]

Lyrically, this is one of the saddest songs ever written. Nothing hurts quite as much as unrequited love.

[@daniellethomas2577]

I cry listening to it no matter who refix it

[@jmoney9790]

All these comments breaks my heart

[@joemidnight2404]

Amen to that!

[@klitzy]

Many things do. You'll get over it.

[@milagroslp9939]

So sadly true 😔 after loving someone so much and then bye and see you as any average person. Love gone

[@DLee1923]

Damn this song kills me every time !! ❤️‍🔥🤟🏼🙋🏻‍♀️ (July 2024)

[@ElizabethS-wv2ge]

Lord, I am with you. It is so gorgeous and so tragic

[@marktonge4225]

Me too

[@marktonge4225]

​@@ElizabethS-wv2ge❤😢

[@LaFaRa-LoVe]

❤️

[@charlalar14]

Most painful lyric of the song for me is "I close my eyes, then I won't see, the love you don't feel, when you're holding me" 😭

[@beyondbeautiful1820]

That would feel awful

[@sophiablake2212]

Its is awful

[@beyondbeautiful1820]

@@sophiablake2212 life is too short.... Nothing is promised... Go where you are loved and valued

[@beyondbeautiful1820]

@@sophiablake2212 do not waste time somewhere that you don't feel like you are enough...

[@cjhayden74]

I've experienced this and it sucks... What a young naive fool I once was...

[@robertnieten7259]

I don't think that there is a greater pain in life than loving someone that doesn't love you. We think it's us or if we just love them enough that they'll love us back. The bottom line is that you can't make someone love you if they don't.

[@zakiahart3919]

Robert Nieten yep and sometime we have to love them enough to let go!

[@shawnfilburn3097]

I can totally understand where you ate coming from.

[@marsharoberts4938]

I know how that feels right now 5:28. The saddest part is that I've loved him for 3 years now. But the heart wants what the heart wants. 😔😞😢😪

[@holdthatlforluigi]

losing someone who did love you?

[@heatherhaddon1171]

No greater pain.

[@allalone-ne1fi]

It's a terrible feeling to wake up and realize that you've been loving someone who never loved you or cared for you the same way you loved them and it's true you can't make the heart feel something that's not there. you can give your all but if it is not reciprocated dry your eyes, swallow your hurt, and move on because you deserve better. spoken from the heart that you need to protect.

[@cassycardenas9699]

Well said

[@cliffordbowman6777]

Easier said than done.

[@MakeAdifference-fi5jr]

That's real 💯

[@highstrangeness1824]

So many wasted years. Time is the currency here that matters

[@Bropann]

Sometimes there is no blame with either party. As it says, "You can't make your heart feel something it won't."

[@FlannelGuy_1978]

The older I get, the more I appreciate this song...

[@shotutoo]

me too

[@jameshardee1420]

ME TO

[@memyself898]

Indeed

[@joanbrunswick6064]

me too

[@joanbrunswick6064]

yes true true

[@friarfox]

30 years of being alone in a relationship. The saddest thing is not dieing alone but with people who make you feel alone.

[@mcordova5929]

That hurts me. I'm sorry

[@jjmorgan6]

🥺😢😭

[@maggiemay4422]

Boom 😢

[@coralmapley5163]

I know just how you feel.

[@theresabarclay4878]

Leave them.

[@Jaslynsc]

i hate that i relate to this

[@vuhicktor]

ikr

[@zoebarker657]

You've got this💖

[@jayeprouflis2300]

I agree....wish this was not for me either......

[@timmaloney6739]

good things happen babe..hang in there..there is someone out there who has been waiting their whole life for you..

[@MultiLivingtestimony]

+Tim Maloney yes

[@harlirayromualdopasari9885]

Pov 2024: Dear future generations, please let this masterpiece rise again

[@JustLocal]

Just money dude!

[@b.renemcneil7182]

This song must live forever, CRY PROUDLY😢😢😢😢

[@michaelbishop7637]

In memory of Ed Cherney, the recording engineer who had recorded this song and many other great records. Ed died peacefully last night, October 21, 2019. RIP, Eddie. We'll be missing you.

[@fryeje]

God Bless

[@dumdumranae5106]

21st is my moms birthday

[@sandonthebeach9868]

Rip ED🎶🎹prayers going out 4 FRIENDS and FAMILY

[@estherhernandez2625]

😢

[@estherhernandez2625]

Those emotions you showed me tonight I will never forget....you hurt me not only with your words but the raw emotions and feelings towards her i saw in your eyes😢 don't love me...😢

[@brianmoore581]

Too many times in my life have I had this song on repeat for hours, days, months. Here I am again, after 17 years. My soul is crushed. Thank you, Bonnie, for giving voice to such pain.

[@19ladybug87]

I can empathize…. Please know that you aren’t alone. I’m living it as well.

[@suepeterson6070]

((hugs))

[@angelahenderson1003]

Keep your head up. Yours is out there...

[@daengapis9718]

stay strong and heads up, brother!

[@detalley8502]

I too have played this song throughout my life. I had hope but it's just not meant to be.

[@papiyoung5594]

Anyone listening in 2024????? Anyone hearing????😎🤣😥

[@soot.2146]

Yes absolutely, first heard this on her " luck of the draw" albumn,divine voice,rgdz.

[@jamesmooreMoore]

❤ I WISH SHE DID LOVE ME!!! I FEEL LIKE I AM GOING TO DIE INSIDE !!! ❤❤All I CAN DO NOW IS GIVE IT TO GOD!!!!❤

[@shannongallagher2382]

@@jamesmooreMoore I'm so sorry James I think that's your name when I saw your comment it's actually got me tearing up I'm going to be praying that you will find the love of your life I remember Jesus hears every single

[@Unpopularopinion2024]

*This is one of those songs* *where you want to sing along *but keep your mouth shut so* *your heart can feel it instead...*

[@mwanichi]

So true.

[@April-hl3mw]

So true😢

[@nataleeclark965]

Yess

[@briandates1999]

Nice! Well said.

[@rickmanley767]

Exactly!

[@70lance]

I heard a girl in rehab sing this acapella our last night in front of the entire facility after realizing and accepting her long term relationship was over and she was accepting it. One of the most beautiful and painful moments I’ve ever experienced in a group setting. An absolutely perfect song on every level. ❤

[@suzannecastaneda9559]

Wow. Beautiful 🙏🏽

[@bando-kun842]

I hope she’s in a much better place now.

[@stevenf1953]

I would have given her a hug and thanked her for the song. Then wished her luck. I meant all that in a good way. Now adays you have to be careful. I hope you are doing good too.

[@AimeeAimee444]

As a recovering alcoholic, I love that she said goodbye to her relationship with her addiction. ❌⭕️✊🏼🙌🏼

[@rogerbarker7642]

I say a prayer for this person and hope she recovers to good health!

[@beverlyhodges7329]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@jackanthony1872]

Hi Beverly nice smile you have on here, [e-mail] you can reach me on that email.

[@conradford7493]

Yes, simply beautiful.

[@mrsallam1]

And deepest ....

[@notyourconcern3827]

Big facts! Eerily beautiful.

[@DukeSteele]

@jimmy mac He went on to play for the Bengals.

[@chrisroach8982]

This is the saddest, most heartbreaking song ever recorded. A true masterpiece of emotions. Great artists like Adele and Prince have covered this song, but Bonnie's original is untouchable.

[@Charly-H]

George Michael 💕

[@iamhere1315]

PREACH THE TRUTH❣ EXACTLY HOW I LOOK AT IT.. ONLY BONNIE RAITT THE ORGINAL VOCALIST OF THIS SONG CAN DO IT JUSTICE... PLENTY HAVE TRIED, AND DONE WELL BUT CAN'T QUITE CUT IT! I FEEL SO MUCH EMOTIONS WHEN SHE SING😭

[@curtiswhite5574]

the original version by Bonnie was so soulfully expressive ....enough said

[@shells500tutubo]

L like Nancy Wilson's version. The jazz syncopation puts a different turn on it.

[@onlooker41]

@@iamhere1315 Tank did an awesome cover. I think i like take version better 😁

[@angelsong119]

Bonnie, do you realize how much this song resonates with so many hearts who know they must give up the fight? I've listened to this song so many times I couldn't even count. It was true for many of us who needed just one more chance to imagine, fooling only ourselves. You are a gift beyond words. Thank you Bonnie.

[@garygallion8405]

Well said!

[@darafelice3500]

You deserved more upvotes-beautifully expressed.

[@jmkcr]

Yes. I hope she knows what this song is for so many! ♥️

[@BrunoMei-go5cg]

kkkkk

[@angelsong119]

​@@BrunoMei-go5cg Why would you laugh?

[@IIGeminiGemII]

"It doesn't take a lot of strength to hang on. It takes a lot of strength to let go." ~ J.C. Watts When you're still in love but realize your love will never be reciprocated... It is MUCH MORE DIFFICULT to leave/set that person free than it is to feign blissful ignorance & stay put bc the change will be (temporarily) painful. OF. COURSE it's easy to leave when you don't GAF or aren't truly in love. But that is NOT what this song is about. She's in love but is setting him free bc she understands she cannot change his feelings about her. Why KNOWINGLY live a lie? We aren't immortal!

[@devinjessicaharris5632]

So true but i just cant.ill always fell it just like the first kiss

[@soulintuned55]

Damn the letting go...The strength of God.💔

[@IIGeminiGemII]

@@devinjessicaharris5632 No one said letting go doesn't sometimes hurt like hell. But it's necessary for us to grow, move forward and be emotionally healthy.

[@snow-girlin-nebraska8766]

You can’t make someone love you.....

[@kimberlysibley8145]

BumblebeeArt Wow, I never looked at that way. Thanks❤

[@johnhunter2905]

"I close my eyes. Then i wont see.. the love you dont feel when youre holding me". Thats heartbreaking felt that girl

[@lindseycassella3015]

This line gets me in my feels

[@lindaknight1075]

Hard lines...gut wrenching!!

[@crunchmate]

john hunter: Boy, you got that right! Heartbreaking.

[@texasdlr]

💯

[@ritakisil1508]

How so very sad...girl knows it, and man is thinking of someone else. Whoever has gone through this, love yourself more.

[@Noellecoleman86]

Turn down the lights Turn down the bed Turn down these voices inside my head Lay down with me Tell me no lies Just hold me close, don't patronize Don't patronize me 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't I'll close my eyes, then I won't see The love you don't feel when you're holding me Morning will come and I'll do what's right Just give me till then to give up this fight And I will give up this fight 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't

[@johnnycooks9702]

😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 BEAUTIFUL 🎵 🎶 🎵 🎶 SONG! LOVE BONNIE RAITT❤

[@joshuatexas]

Thank you

[@margaretweber6967]

Perfect

[@shleiromar3032]

Turn down the lights Turn down the bed Turn down these voices inside my head Lay down with me Tell me no lies Just hold me close, don't patronize Don't patronize me 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't I'll close my eyes, then I won't see The love you don't feel when you're holding me Morning will come and I'll do what's right Just give me till then to give up this fight And I will give up this fight 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't

[@barryholmes2354]

Late George Michael version just as good, but more soulful.

[@Laura-ux8vt]

After nearly twenty 20 yrs of wondering he finally went thru the exact motions and told me he doesn’t want me

[@petergilkes7082]

Thanks for posting the words.

[@beatrattner1054]

Thank you ❤️

[@petergilkes7082]

@ashley1994 Who the f are you? I'll thank the person for the words if I want to, without your permission.

[@allencurnow9122]

17 years in a loveless marriage 10 years alone and I'm to broken to ever trust anyone again this song tells the whole story

[@crystal-uq3ei]

Things will get better for you I promise. U said loveless at least you know that. A lot of people don't have that awareness. I pray you get every blessing that you pray for 💜❤️

[@LPManic]

Keep loving yourself. You are the only person that matters. Best of luck.

[@BrightKelly19]

Can we talk about how absolutely perfect (and important) Bruce Hornsby's piano work is on this track, though?

[@teotwaki]

Thanks for confirming that. As watched him play I thought of his other work and how similar it all was to this tune. Great choice to have on the piano!

[@truslyd]

Always thought bruce did the baywatch theme but was wrong..

[@meganalves9967]

Yes

[@johnt.9910]

I was wondering who the pianist was as I was listening. I should’ve known. Two amazing musicians.

[@songbird1966]

Absolutely! Yes! Will never get old!

[@emmamortiboy1520]

No other song captures unrequited love like this song. Pure class 👌

[@roxannemiller6961]

Yessssssss,yes.

[@ihatechange]

Amen!

[@cry_now_laugh_later]

Darude: sandstorm

[@reneperrier1329]

You sure got that right Emma, I can't think of any other as well.

[@gmtbird677]

Emma: She absolutely owns this song. A better version I have not heard.

[@aphrodite8361]

2020 listening here. Can’t sleep.

[@patriciapowell1560]

😴it will get better.

[@HighTreason007]

Poor thing 😔

[@marykathleensapp6937]

@Indio Gangster 💔 live, love, and learn... it's the way for all of us!

[@kimberly090964]

me too love this song

[@jasperyirl]

@@kimberly090964 Yes l,ove from Ireland x

[@bkmartinez123]

My mother used to sing this song and cry because my dad left her for another woman. Still hurts me to hear... *edit* allow me to clarify, my mother did not do this in front of me, she thought I was asleep or distracted. I only found out why she was crying as an adult bc I asked her. It was as an adult that the circumstances were explained to me. My pain was that of pure empathy, not abuse. Much love to you all.

[@rondaallen7211]

and you took that pain into your heart. i am sorry your mom was so weak that she did that in front of you. Your dad didn't leave her for another woman. he just left her, that's all.

[@my_family_journal]

I feel for you. Love makes or breaks us all😢

[@contagiouslyfit1021]

Lust is often confused with Love. It took a lot of nights laying next to women to realize it. I hurt many woman and for that I'm sorry. I'm older now and cannot change the past. I love the woman that loves me and that's my truth and future.

[@ciaraanbari5342]

😞

[@dmmjsm]

I imagine it hurt to see your mom hurting like that. It's grief, and it's terribly painful to see someone you care for suffer through it. I hope your mom is well and thriving, and that these memories serve you to survive any heartaches you may face in your life. Take care

[@jazmiggrey8448]

Who else still listening 2019? 😊

[@daveshively3295]

Hi,im here.😀

[@cherylgreer1982]

I love this song

[@sowell930]

🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️

[@georgefrench1907]

Bonnie is timeless, here in 2019 or when she was a struggling folksinger playing in coffeehouses and bars in Worcester, Mass. One of the greats of our lifetimes.

[@dianahamilton6652]

Jazmig Grey me ☺️

[@amwfan88]

Did you know that Bonnie recorded this song in one take? She didn't think she could get the raw emotion more than once. Somehow that makes this song even more powerful than it already is.

[@raramaeja884]

tell that to Mariah Carey, the queen of dubbed vocal recordings

[@evacromwell236]

She must have gone through serious some trauma.....

[@timothywells2714]

@Eva Cromwell-who hasn't?!

[@mld7963]

That’s not really correct-although the reason it wasn’t in one take is even more heartbreaking… producer Don Was said that there were a couple times when Bonnie broke down crying. The song struck such raw emotion in her that Don had to do a few lines over. Note that Hornsby was the piano player on this flawless song, I’m sure most people know that. Greatness all around.

[@shannonglynice1142]

😲

[@wildcat9244]

This is the first time in five years I have listened to this song. The last time I did was the night I decided I couldn’t keep denying how hurt and lonely I was in my 32 year marriage. Shortly afterwards my world burned to the ground. The papers were signed, and I physically moved 1,000 miles away. One of the worst things to happen to me, yet one of the best. There is no kind of lonely, that I have experienced in my 61 years, that is as lonely as lying next to someone who doesn’t love you back.

[@cheryldowling6647]

❤

[@Jodie-AnneAnderton]

❤❤

[@calvinbarnes841]

damn...🥺

[@claudiagibsonmusic]

Good for you! Best of luck!

[@melissaarispe1551]

So true 👍

[@sallybossmadam4193]

The worst part is no matter how much u love someone u will never b enough for them if they don’t love u back. Just try and move on for yourself.😥

[@francisori9311]

Think I'm in that situation, but don't wanna let go without putting everything on the table. So hanging in there and fighting everyday. Hopefully, it all work's out.

[@pitbulljamplayz8816]

until i'd listen to this song and read your comment, i didn't get it . it still hurts though. thanks.

[@kaustuvroy138]

@@francisori9311 - hope it does buddy. really do. hang in there.

[@conradford7493]

Knowledge.

[@WickedWordzz]

It's the honest truth. Eventually your heart can't take anymore, and you have to walk away, because you realize you're unhappy and unloved, and there's no point in fighting any longer. You just have to move on and be happy again. 😞 I hope one day he realizes what he let slip through his fingers. Because I deserve better than this.....

[@bjosephassociates]

This song dispells a sad truth that I had to accept today. One-sided love will always rob you of your peace. ❤️

[@shaunbat5097]

We find peace again....

[@Jesso_21]

Wishing you all the best through those tough times :(

[@bjosephassociates]

@@Jesso_21 ❣

[@Joe-xo4yg]

ain’t it the truth this too shall pass cheers 🌻

[@shannonglynice1142]

👐

[@topshonuff]

Turn down the lights Turn down the bed Turn down these voices inside my head Lay down with me Tell me no lies Just hold me close, don't patronize Don't patronize me 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't I'll close my eyes, then I won't see The love you don't feel when you're holding me Morning will come and I'll do what's right Just give me till then to give up this fight And I will give up this fight 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't

[@marinaroberson1699]

FABULOUS MUSIC TIMELESS

[@topshonuff]

Ken Keller it’s the lyrics to the song.

[@scottbain5743]

Being in Love with someone you know will never Love you back really sucks

[@aleciasaxophonist1186]

I know right. It really does suck and hurt

[@keilondabarber337]

Preach :/

[@sandybritt4256]

Tru

[@Keepemguessin-nostressin]

😢

[@SuperDevolution]

Amen

[@williamstanford7994]

Let's not overlook the masterful piano playing by Bruce Hornsby. Those slash chords he's playing creates the song's mood.

[@tjthenovicerider1138]

He probably got very slender fingers to reach those very wide chords 👍

[@Allamuchy6056]

Soooo true about the pianists. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@YewtBoot]

Recall seeing them both in concert together years ago. It was superb.

[@dky2006]

Yes, everything about this song is perfect, from Bonnie's voice to Bruce's piano. Probably my favorite song of all time.

[@loriholloway5866]

I didn't know Bruce is playing!! Of course he is!! I hear it now! How can an already favorite song become twice as good in an instant? Thank you!!

[@xennial80sxberner]

I think everybody can relate to this song. Unrequited love hurts almost as fucking much as somebody dying. If this song was autobiographical at all, then that dude was the biggest douchebag idiot not to love Bonnie... amazing singer, intelligent, and gorgeous.

[@angieedwards3650]

JPMcFly1985Two #FeelTheBern I certainly can relate to this song. After 8 months of preying and hoping he could feel the same way, I have decided today that I must give up this fight and let him go 💔

[@xennial80sxberner]

Condolences, yeah its probably all you can do now. Or tell the guy how you feel and *hopefully* maybe he'll at least understand.

[@kylewhitehead1684]

I'm 5 years into my unrequited love hell and it hasn't gotten easier, I've just gotten better at bearing it.

[@Zikomo7]

Here I am again, pining over some dude I had no choice with. Just gonna listen to this on loop for an hour and then pretend he died.

[@Lisaj4431]

Lol, beautiful lady move on, your a precious pearl.

[@debbieh3940]

I know the feeling...human nature and feelings can't be forced.

[@Zikomo7]

lisa j Thank you :)

[@Zikomo7]

Debbie Anderson Yeah it's rough. He's not a bad guy, which sometimes makes it worse. I want to be like "You're nice. I'm nice. What's the hold up??"

[@debbieh3940]

Neither is the guy I've been seeing for 3 months, but they each come with baggage and you can't change any of that. If you know it's not going to work out, then move on. There really are a lot of great guys out there. Hang tough! Know you are special and have a lot to offer...I do.

[@MultiLivingtestimony]

Beautiful explanation of how rejection feels😰🙌

[@godofobelix]

yeah T_T

[@Jntquigley]

And how awful that feels...going through it tonight! Trying to let the song heal me. Thank you!

[@timmaloney6739]

hang tough Jan...things can get brutal...it took me a long time to find my love..their is someone out there looking for you...peace...have a sweet night hon..

[@MultiLivingtestimony]

+Janet Quigley healing comes with time. Keep an open heart and as time go on, your true love will appear.💜

[@misskp7750]

MultiLivingtestimony exactly. this song sums up how i feel

[@charmagneq]

"Morning will come and I'll do what's right...just give me til then to give up this fight" If anyone has ever been there you'll never forget it 😢❤

[@Anne-fi2tc]

😢😢😢🎉🎉🎉

[@Brett235]

Still listening in 2020. Bonnie is a treasure for sure.

[@annstar4618]

INDEED

[@vickymcdermott1017]

In Australia.

[@conradford7493]

Yes, she is incredible.

[@lamontstokes2097]

Freaking treasure bro

[@anapaulapereira7226]

Still hurts... my divorce music...

[@Not2008Me]

I know went through a situation like this just before I met my husband. I want to encourage anyone who is going through this situation to be strong and know that you are special, beautiful, and worthy of love. You don't have to convince or beg anyone to love you. Sometimes it takes us a while to realize this for ourselves, but I can testify that after I became strong enough to let the person go who was not returning the love that I was giving the healing process began. It was rough, many crying nights...I liken it to withdrawal and while I thought I'd be alone for ever (because as we know rejection does a beat down on your self-esteem) I met my husband and he showed me what it was to be loved as you are without trying to work like a slave for it. If I can have it so can anyone else. Peace & Blessing xoxo

[@chadishmasnih1328]

Not2008Me Thank you :)

[@Not2008Me]

Chadi Shmasnih Welcome :-)

[@ricdavila2k]

Not2008Me Thank you...and God bless you for your words... :-)

[@Not2008Me]

Ricardo Jose Davila You're welcome :-)

[@LcKini]

Not2008Me listening to this song has me tearing all up. I'm not sure I have ever been really loved. Thank you for your nice words.

[@shaychristi4734]

I couldn’t make him love me after 16 years...siting here with a broken heart and spirit packing my belongings. I know the road ahead me will be rough. But my children and I will make it❤️

[@jackanthony1872]

Hon you dont have to be worried, your future is bright and that of your kids, God guide you through this journey. [e-mail] i would love for you to write me on my email, would love to talk to you.

[@JoshGoingRAW]

Hang in there. Everything happens for a reason. Sometimes we think someone is the final destination, when they're really just a brief, and sometimes unpleasant, step along the path. Better things will come.

[@paulriddle9302]

you go girl keep your head up

[@greggroenker5220]

I miss my baby

[@openyourmind3763]

Better things ahead for you and your kids, keep your face to the sun! There is a higher love waiting for you, but first you must learn to love yourself. You deserve the best.

[@beatriceengelbrecht5557]

Who's listening to this in 2024

[@janefranks2077]

Such a beautiful song❤

[@anthiachase2761]

🇹🇹💔 i am

[@terryvanopdorp2253]

Me

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Me, it was so hard!

[@seamonmcgee5093]

😂😢❤

[@simonbampton5513]

"I'll close my eyes, then I won't see The love you don't feel when you're holding me" The most heart breaking words ..... Gets me every time

[@cobelali]

Reminds me of Marina and the Diamonds "Lies". She sings: You only ever touch me in the dark Only if we're drinking, can you see my spark? And only in the evening could you give yourself to me Cause the night is your woman, and she'll set you free kzbin.info/www/bejne/nprKZqiCrpeZm5I

[@carol-anneturner8062]

In a way, this a brave statement of acceptance. Time to move on, no delusions. There is strength in the pain.

[@erikanosike2537]

Yes indeed!!!👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@allisonkellogg881]

Yes thank you for writing this. I feel that.

[@noorbokore2802]

Yes, I have learned this to be true.

[@tamoumoune1]

Strenght in the pain !!!

[@walternicolas6927]

Hello Pretty 💖

[@eduardomartinez7227]

The lyrics hit differently after you've loved and lost.

[@kayshawnsimmons6822]

Indeed 💞💞😢

[@ryad1281]

Thats why being young is so great you are just innocent but nothing lasts forever and honestly thats what makes it beautiful. Life that is, hope you're doing well

[@frankdennis7314]

It really does!!!! This song has a way to make your heart really hurt especially when you experience in real life what she is singing about!!!!

[@TAHJBecomeYourBestSelf]

Same. It’s a hard time for me right now.

[@singjustice]

@@TAHJBecomeYourBestSelf it gets better. Doesn’t feel like it but it will.

[@foxalmgren]

Turn down the lights Turn down the bed Turn down these voices inside my head Lay down with me Tell me no lies Just hold me close, don't patronize Don't patronize me 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't I'll close my eyes, then I won't see The love you don't feel when you're holding me Morning will come and I'll do what's right Just give me till then to give up this fight And I will give up this fight 'Cause I can't make you love me if you don't You can't make your heart feel something it won't Here in the dark, in these final hours I will lay down my heart and I'll feel the power But you won't, no you won't 'Cause I can't make you love me, if you don't

[@suhash7203]

Dylan Cox thanks

[@josephbieberly8624]

Thank you Dylan

[@annstar4618]

POWERFUL, HEART TOUCHING TRUE WORDS. BEEN THERE MORE THAN I LIKE TO ADMIT. BLESSINGS IN THE LESSON. HURT LIKE HELL BUT WISER, STRONGER NOW.❤️

[@saddleridge4364]

on my album , at the end, she sings' you tried , baby. you tried..... baby'

[@deejayliteblu5588]

😭😭😭

[@mpearce7519]

57 year old big biker type. Song still brings a tear. Living one of the greatest love affairs ever 22+ years married. Feel so so sad for those who don’t find their true love. My wife and I’s love could move a mountain.

[@tanyatanya891]

M Pearce that is a beautiful tribute

[@pennyrogers4696]

so sweet and awesome and you like this song you must be a big teddy bear your wife is very lucky congrats to you both i wish you the world

[@gonzo3954]

You, sir, are a lucky man!

[@longpham3522]

I'm not talking about your relationship but the sad part about this song is the fact that one partner can have the same exact thought as you do and the other is ready to leave.

[@robgoose]

Happy for ya man. Take care of each other.

[@Dylan-jf8dc]

When I was 5, I remember watching my mom sing this song. At the time, my dad was doing drugs and mentally and physically beating her. She used alcohol to escape a lot and dealt with a lot of stuff for me and my sister. Randomly yesterday I heard this song for the first time in 25 years and I was balling my eyes out. I felt all of her pain and suffering and had me on my knees. It takes a lot for me to cry but this song hit so close to home and now im calling my mom to tell her about it.

[@stephaniehall2552]

I hope your mom is well ,she is a survivor ,be well

[@unde6087]

I witnessed my dad do the same to my mom. But he also sexually abused her after drugging her and her falling asleep. I was 6 when I saw him do that to her. He destroyed her, beat his first wife, and did the same to his own daughters and his sisters. Thank the Lord he is in prison until 2035 now. He can't hurt no more women and children. She doesn't have anything to do with us oldest 2 daughters and none of her 5 biological grandkids. Only the youngest sister that barely remembers much of him. It's hard to say you witnessed your dad destroy your mother and she will never be the women she was before him. Here I am today finally married trying to break the bad family cycles I witnessed or that was done to me growing up. Raising my kids with my husband but have no biological grandparents to healthy be there for them. Sorry you witnessed rough stuff Dylan. I hope you decided to break the cycles to instead of repeating what you witnessed. Hope things get better for you guys.

[@bobphillips3222]

Please be sure to tell your mom that you love her.

[@theresathorne1030]

Wow that’s a powerful story been there

[@svasianfilipiname6603]

Wow what a piece of crap your dad was! Sorry you had to go through that my God! And he's a sorry excuse for a husband and parent by the way!

[@loreleilazuli8874]

I was a child when this song came out and never appreciated its power until I had grown older and experienced unrequited love towards the end of a long term relationship. Your heart literally aches, you can't breathe, eat or sleep, your stomach is in a knot. Emotional hurt is incredibly painful. I'm not surprised people can literally die of a broken heart. This song brings me to my knees every time.

[@shaunbat5097]

It's certainly a powerful song, and I Agree with your description of unrequited love....and at the same time, we can switch off to move on which is not the easiest route, but possible!

[@kristine437]

Sometimes it's really hard.... when you then have to deal with the using..abusing. and tge discarding.. after you gave 6 years of caring.. and loving... working on that anger part.. much luv to all of you going through it :)

[@danscott6824]

I gree with ya. When I wuz 16 or 17 still my song. Now give em ta talk about

[@BigTroubleD]

I can relate to this so much. Life is pain. Endless pain and suffering…

[@aloysiusamepou.tapora219]

I been there twice..so painful

[@hankigoe829]

one of the most beautiful songs ever written

[@richardmbowman]

One of.....

[@judibulanowski5368]

Bonnie Raitt's voice sells it. Nothing like her!!

[@dianec513]

@@judibulanowski5368 you should hear Teddy Swims do this song I believe he does it well or even better and I love the way she does it. Look up Teddy Swims and this song you wouldn't believe it.

[@aorcloud3199]

I agree !

[@nebula0697]

@@judibulanowski5368 actually the prince version is pretty powerful apart from his taking a bit of liberty by adding to the lyrics

[@cristhianbonilla8082]

The most powerful ballad ever recorded. Ever. By the way, it was recorded in ONE take.

[@foxxybrown2861]

🙌❤️

[@lisaspayandneuter7402]

I totally believe that she nailed this in one take♥️

[@lindataylor5704]

@@lisaspayandneuter7402 Have you heard Gladys Knight sing this song? George Michael also sung this song..

[@truslyd]

Bruce hornsby only needs 1

[@mikebeasley553]

Make me an angel that flies from Montgomery! Listen to that one.

[@stephanieperez5845]

The hardest thing to do is accepting that you love someone that doesn't love you in return the same. Letting go of a person who became a part of you is like killing off a part of yourself I hope one day to let that person go and be able to feel loved by someone who loves me as much as I do them. Time just isn't on my side lately I really connect with this song on that level

[@macbeavers6938]

The best way to receive love is to give love "unconditionally". God Bless You!

[@timothysirewop2251]

The hardest thing to do is to walk away from someone you love so much, and in return they don't stop you. I gave her my heart and soul. I feel every part of this song. Some day you will find love again.

[@KudosCultureCartel]

'Time just isn't on my side lately'.........damn

[@elandaboles9221]

Some Cuts Cut so deep you never stop feeling the pain of the scars that are left behind

[@lancemorton9835]

When you found that person that you always dreamed of and.her beauty was far beyond you ever could imagine. And she was actually yours for years you where the envy of all men and you where so dreamed strucked for eight years and the physical connection was amazingly beyond pleasurable exhaustion.That one you had to dpend the rest of your life with or you would die.To that point of hamacidal or suicidal would be your ONLY alternative if that person left uou how could I ever be funcional again then after you thought you guys where unseperable the worst fear thst could ever happen does how do you move on ? Blinding love ?😣

[@revafriedmann2725]

Worse loving someone who doesn't love you....

[@marlanaedwards5296]

Marlana Edwards I believe that everybody should have the freedom right to love whoever. No matter what. If there is someone that you still love up to this day don't feel a shame about it. Go ahead. Keep loving. And another thing don't ever feel a shame to let out your tears. Go ahead & let them out.

[@patriciamaldonadobrandan4107]

Me🙋

[@revafriedmann2725]

@@patriciamaldonadobrandan4107 it's sad and they say time heals ,no it don't it only gets better when we learn to let go or just learn to live with it ,but everyone is worth loving !

[@kenpoole2195]

Reva Friedmann I have loved this song for years. When my marriage ended I understood why. I did not love my wife.

[@albertcortez9387]

Thats very true.. Its sad but people are that way..

[@puertasa]

One of the finest and most beautiful songs ever written. Bonnie’s version is still the best of all.

[@eileenbickhardt4]

Written by Mike Reid and Allen Shamblin - both brilliant writers!

[@rahulganguly6873]

Crying as I am listening, last year in the pandemic I had a breakdown which led me to lose my wife. Tomorrow we are starting the divorce process and tonight this lyric is resonating with me like never before. I only wish to turn the levers of time to make up for my mistakes.

[@neomacchio4692]

Right there with you, to the T. ❤️✌️

[@dustinwade2403]

You are not alone man, best wishes to you

[@kennethlinebarger8507]

Nothing hurts worse than lost love. %

[@MichaelBarrett1984]

Stay strong, friend

[@nglwilliams9934]

Anything is possible!

[@setpunks13]

Honestly has to be one of the most painful songs I've ever heard.

[@elizabethmcleod246]

Listen to Level 42 sing It’s Over. It’s emotional like this.

[@theuzumakikay8647]

Roxy Tiger also check out the cover by the 15 year old Isaac Waddington on BGT

[@Lionforaday]

@@theuzumakikay8647 Thanks. Also check out Timothy James Bowen's version from The Voice Australia 2020 - and then listen to his original The Greatest Thing. The judges were speechless.

[@Lionforaday]

@Roxy Tiger Will check it out now, thanks. You may enjoy Timothy James Bowen's version from The Voice Australia 2020 - and then listen to his original The Greatest Thing. Very powerful.

[@kichijacob7267]

it is

[@JustinSumner-c7f]

That is one of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@MrJ2theC]

The lyrics are but I find the music quite bland.

[@kcbh24]

One of the saddest.

[@MrRainandRomance]

Prince version is more Passionate

[@shruggzdastr8-facedclown]

...and one of the most beautiful women with one of the most beautiful voices in music!!

[@funkyflights]

It’s sad though, tragically sad

[@AAA7702ATL]

Hands down one of THE best love songs ever!

[@sweetsandyc]

Nothing hurts worse than knowing the love you feel will never be returned... 2018 started with a broken heart for me. 💔💔

[@scottswenson383]

Sorry to hear that, I know all too well how that feels. It takes awhile to get your heart and head right and slowly but surely it does happen. Time really does mend all wounds. That said I don't think it ever totally heals you move on but it does become a part of you.

[@sweetsandyc]

Scott Swenson thank you for your kind words. I never liked this song because it never spoke to me til now. I played it for him, and he cried. He said he never meant to make me feel so sad and it hurts him to know he hurt me. I guess that's something. 😢

[@scottswenson383]

I wish there had been that kind of self awareness in my case. Not only was she really good at leading me on just enough so that I wouldn't walk away she was a master of twisting things around and always shifting blame back on me and making me feel guilty. It took forever to stop playing that game with her. I came to realize that she was all about herself and simply loved guys paying attention to her. Apparently all I was really good for was making her feel good about herself and boosting her ego. I had never felt that way about someone before and it was really hard to let go. It was even harder to come to the realization that she wasn't the person that I thought she was. Feeling heartbroken and foolish at the same time is really running the full spectrum of emotions. Thankfully, she eventually made moving on easy. She essentially refused to pay me back a healthy sum of money she had borrowed when I finally asked for it back after nearly two years. Not long after I asked she blocked me on FB and stopped returning texts and calls. In the end (all this took around 4 years to play out) I chalked the money up as the price to reclaim my soul from the depths that it had sunk to. I was listening to music yesterday and reflecting on everything which brought me to this song where I saw your post. After everything that I went through I have a lot of empathy for others who find themselves where I was...wouldn't wish it on anyone. Good luck!!

[@sweetsandyc]

Scott Swenson I'm so sorry you had to go thru that. She sounds like a terrible person. I'm lucky in that I was only invested for a Few months but I sure fell hard. Sometimes we have to just take the loss when it's our very sanity and soul at stake. I'm actually glad that this happened. It just let me realize that I placed too much power in someone else's ability to make me happy. He's a good man but so damaged. He wanted to be honest enough to let me know that he did not see a future with me and his heart was still with his ex who shattered it. I get it now but it sure hurt like hell.

[@scottswenson383]

Thanks, me too...certainly not the most fun time in my life. You never plan to end up in a situation like that, and in my case it happened with the only person it could have happened with. That is a bit of a long story all in of itself. Even if the ending sucked the story of how it all started is right out of what would have been a really good Hollywood hit romantic comedy. I'm generally not a person who falls for just anyone so I held out hope longer than I should have praying for the happy ending that would never come. I gave her more than enough chances to just be up front with the fact that I was always going to be in the dreaded "friend zone" but for what ever selfish reason she couldn't bring herself to be honest with me. Her actions always said one thing but her words another...and I couldn't resist going with my heart instead of my head. I guess not going with the heart was probably to too big a leap for a guy who's favorite movie of all time is Serendipity. I absolutely agree that you can't look to others for happiness. There's a saying I heard ages ago that I am a firm believer in, "If your not enough by yourself, you'll never be enough with anyone else either". There's a real wisdom in those words. I hope all turns out well with you. You seem to have a really good attitude about it all and that's half the battle. I hung on till there was no longer a reason to knowing that at the very least I wouldn't have any regrets. I put myself through years of emotional chaos but when it was over I embraced the pain head on knowing that it wouldn't last forever and that I'd get thru it eventually. I don't think running from the hurt helps much. I wasn't about to regret my feelings, or be embarrased or ashamed of them either. Really in so many ways it brought out the best part of me. No reason to feel bad about that.

[@wmden1]

Bonnie Raitt sings this as if it is actually happening, as she sings it. She paints the picture with her voice, extremely well, beyond description.

[@lisaking9854]

@wmden1.... Now this is what real talent sounds like .. pure gold.

[@wmden1]

@@lisaking9854 Yes, and how many of us have experienced circumstances that are similar to the message in the song? Many, I am sure, which causes us to strongly identify personally, with that message.

[@anselmgolden8286]

Bonnie Raitt is one of the most amazingly talented singer songwriters I have ever heard. A singer called Julia Fordham introduced me to Bonnie Raitt. So glad that she did.

[@alexgibbons2188]

Well said. She is such a true artist and absolutely wrote this beautiful song, you can hear it in every single way she belts out this painfully sad story..

[@markpennington9949]

@@alexgibbons2188 She didn't write this song. It was written by two Nashville musicians and recording artists. Mike Reid and Alan Shamblin in 1991 wrote this and it was added to Reid's debut album "Walk on Faith" in 1992.

[@QuickInform10PH]

If you listening to this in 2024, you're LEGEND!

[@kurtfroberg3608]

Thank you!! I actually worked with a guy (his name was Greg Perkins) who was a vocalist/ guitarist/ drummer/ keyboardist/ violinist/ everything-elseist who sang his heart out on this song every weekend at The Fiddle & Steel Guitar Bar on Printers Alley in downtown Nashville before they tore it down. (They’ve since erected hotels there now.) Anyway, that guy rocked. 🤘🏾

[@joselamers7964]

thanks❤

[@tulsacaupain2882]

Iam legend 😂😂😂 How cam you not love this song.

[@soot.2146]

Still got original luck of draw original version,awesome love Bonny❤

[@beatastamberska3618]

This is the best music ever....i am blessed to be born and grove up with this music...still warming my soul ❤❤❤

[@stevecappiello1683]

I'll never forget this song. I was leaving Amy's house late on a Sunday night. I knew it was over. I did my best to make it work. As I drove off onto Pellissippi Parkway this song came. I cried those sad tears.

[@rmccormick52]

K-town in the house. Pellissippi Parkway is a lonely road at night man.

[@donnasyms7873]

+Steve Cappiello I feel your pain brother. Hope all's well now,

[@BluBerryCrush]

+Steve Cappiello hey, I feel your pain… I'm now right where you were back then.. and it hurts! hope you're doing better now!

[@matthewhartup941]

+Steve Cappiello I am from K-town as well and live close to there now! I have been there too man, I feel your pain. There is someone out there for you that it will work with.... just gotta find em.

[@chillcupcoffee738]

+Steve Cappiello I just drove it on Google Maps. Looks like the perfect long road for sad tears at night. All the best to you Steve.