Wildflower - Skylark [HD]

[@alicelee7696]

I'm 59, this song still makes me cry. I've lived it and I'm going through it again. This is so beautiful and profound to me.

[@johnsingletary9291]

I'm 59 this song never gets old

[@KimWashburn-c8b]

Your right, and I'm 71.

[@SD-ik1xf]

@@KimWashburn-c8bI’ll be 63 in about a week and I agree!

[@leonekonings2124]

I am 82 years old and this is my most favourite song of all time. So beautiful. I'm 84 now, soon to be 85 and it's still my favourite.

[@rachll7904]

Hugs to you Leone ❤

[@saltwatersandy]

I am 60 years old and this is my all time favorite as well. My Vietnam vet friend (76) will be singing this song to me tonight at karaoke 😊

[@leonekonings2124]

@@saltwatersandy It is such a beautiful song, how lovely to have your friend sing it to you. Enjoy your evening.

[@erwintumblod207]

​@@rachll7904😊

[@danielvasquez8830]

@@saltwatersandy Your still a child at heart, and a flower growing wild.

[@bgppro7269]

I'm 67 on October 13th and this song still makes me cry. I've lived the story of the song 🎵

[@danielbohland5271]

I turned 67 April 23rd I remember when this first came on the radio I even bought the 45

[@marykelly6776]

I am still listening to this Timeless Classic now in 2024

[@BillPetrone]

Theres only one way to interprid WILD-FLOWER , ITS A BEAUTIFUL song , writen and sung beautifully

[@sharronjohnson1431]

Me, too! So so beautiful! Aug. 25, 2024!

[@dangrimes5078]

This song always came on the radio when I was driving with my girlfriend in highschool. Imagine a warm summer night, driving my father's Chrysler Newport with the windows down with my girlfriend and this beautiful song on the radio. And the things we did in that car... on my my my. We were some horny kids😅😅😅😅😅

[@johngrima3248]

I am listening as I am writing. On my blind date in the 70’s Brooklyn she told me that Wildflower was her favorite song. I agreed. Wonder where she is today.

[@junegilone1854]

I dedicate this to my daughter, she's been through so much. I Love Her so much. Prayers❤

[@dallaswoody5458]

I've be 64 in 4 days. Last February my sister pass . Every time I hear this song I think of her. I miss her so much. In my heart Betty will never die

[@lipsticklover34]

My condolences to you & your wonderful sister Betty. She will ALWAYS be with you.🥺❤💙🙏

[@cherylpatches9145]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@KenKoenigMusic]

Hugs to you ❤️

[@inakkita]

I brought my wife’s urn home today. She loved this song, but it also said so much about her. She lived in constant pain and endured many periods struggling to breath. I cared for her for several years and watch her deteriorate till she could no longer cope. Yet she always had a smile for all she encountered. She truly paid for a debt she never owed. RIP my Heidi, you are home again…

[@davidsmith5094]

May the Lord Bless you my Brother and Comfort your heart... Our condolences to you on your severe loss !!

[@Dollygirl66]

Im so sorry😞

[@inakkita]

@@davidsmith5094 thank you

[@normancook965]

I'm so sorry, that is really heavy. What you and Heidi "have" will I believe last forever in this world and the next. God Bless.

[@inakkita]

@@normancook965 thank you. I miss her daily.

[@sissarno]

I'm 63 and oh how I miss the world we once knew and took for granted, and the soundtrack that echos in my soul now. This is one of the most epic mile markers in my memory. ❤

[@larissasanchez954]

I don't know how other people interpret this song, however when I was a young girl this song used to make me cry because it reminded of the abuse my mother went through at the hands of my father. I used to feel helpless and wanted desperately to be there for her. Unfortunately due to her own brokenness she pushed me away until I could no longer endure the pain and never saw her again. She has since passed years ago, but I still love her very much, miss her and cry especially when I hear this song.

[@juneniemann391]

I'm sorry. I went through it also with mom's boyfriend. We don't know why and she has since passed also. This song was from my childhood during bad times. I still have the 45 record. I was a child. Just remember the good times.

[@seeekerman1342.]

She liked it.

[@AnalizaDeJesus]

Such a beautiful song❤

[@miketype1each]

Pushing people away is what abused people do. I have. People also do the same to me when I get too close to their pain. Sorry about your mom.

[@sissarno]

I'm so sorry , my heart goes out to you.

[@boyinglabro7082]

I still love this songs many times as iam 70 yrs old.. My favorite song till now 2024!!

[@Iris-iz8tp]

This is my all time favorite I am 65 and was in 7th grade. This is my first time hearing the original version it is beautiful, but New Birth took it to another level that rings in my heart and soul it is spiritual , they are singing about me and I can't stop the tears that fall from my eyes every time I hear this song. The love and compassion expressed for a innocent delicate flower ❤❤❤😂 still listening 2024 and always ✨️

[@doloreswildflower8340]

I heard this song right after my husband was killed building our local high school on January 28 1972, It totally touched my EarthHeart because it described me so perfectly at that time. I love this song!

[@dianawindsant]

My late husband picked this song for his funeral. Just weeks after we found out he was terminally ill, and just 2 weeks before his passing away. I just couldn't believe this one last gift he gave me. These words anabled me to cry xry cry, to finally be able to stand strong at his last farewell....

[@robertsander8509]

So sorry for your loss,Diana. He’ll always be with you,for as long as you remember him.

[@Dave-lq2le]

God bless you 🙏!!!

[@PareidoliaPizza]

That's so touching. Hope you're doing okay.

[@dennicegalea1571]

sorry for your loss

[@Bspencebob]

I lost my kid brother at 60 a few weeks ago. Cancer hit him hard and fast. His wife of 40 years is really hurting. I know what you're going through.

[@newportmike8519]

58 now and grew up with these songs that they just don't make any more. Had to hit pause and go into the other room and hug my love Jan and let her know how profoundly blessed I am to be with her. This one hits hard. Many dear blessings all

[@marialjc9301]

62 year old here, listening and humming. It's my midnight serenade❤❤❤

[@mikeflowers8832]

Little Did we know we were experiencing the Best Days of our Lives. Thank God for the Music

[@valbain209]

I'm 62 years old and I always thought this song is hauntingly beautiful. It makes me cry.😓

[@dwightalfred]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written and sung.

[@sandrabarchan7531]

I am 56 and this is the first music video I see, memories ❤

[@AttaGurlBunzzzmemories]

Still here I am . And this song is soooooo me… love the lyrics, love th e pictures. I love this song…. Please don’t ever delete this song/video… thank you.

[@rickr4148]

At 66 years old I still love this song. I just learned the meaning behind the lyrics.

[@palootto4021]

Please explain the meaning.

[@vh3092]

She has been abused

[@winstonpaul1690]

This song is the personification of someone I know and love dearly and deeply!❤

[@SheliaRogers-ec2gc]

This was my nickname from age 12 after running away from severe abuse.

[@jamesgossett194]

I am 69 years old and I still love hearing this song very much

[@vanessapintado8]

God spoke to my heart when I was just a child. I knew he was talking about me till this day. I was born in 1963, wild 🌼 flower

[@barbiedee11]

RIP Dave Richardson, writer of the lyrics of this great song. Policeman, humanitarian, and poet. All too often we praise the singer, forgetting the artistry of the words. Mr. Richardson you painted an unforgettable picture with these lyrics. May you rest in peace. You blessed many with your words.

[@williamchandler9936]

Wow you're so realistic barb you made us all to realized Richardson was the lyric writer, nice one 👍

[@jigln202]

to the Garden, every step along the sunset's shore follows you to that beginning place every echo on it's hallowed past sends me down a fragrant course there you led me to call to you my voice, did you ever hear as willows whispered rhyming chimes but thoughts of you I could never find why have you brought me here to the Garden once more with this stillness that's never quenched the echo's from my lonely heart yes, In to the Garden once more... please lead me to the midnights end where the waiting mist promises another chance there your wait beyond the darkened end to grace me in your hallowed place to the Garden... Once Again. jamesglen 2014.

[@hermescatapusan3631]

@@williamchandler9936 ko

[@lorrainequigley6389]

Barbara see comments above where David Richardson took ownership of the lyrics in a very humble way. May he rest in peace.

[@mariannetolentino8656]

Thank you for the music, to a great writer, a great composer, and a great singer!

[@ianlabrum2013]

When I was very young in the late 60s I used to lay in a field an watch the skylarks rise from the field an ding for hours they were my happiest times of my life

[@donnamoore246]

I'll be 61 and this song still brings tears to my eyes. Born an old soul and this song is me. . .

[@shannonsebastian3317]

This was my mom's favorite song. I was just listening to it during a thunderstorm and my TV unpaused and turned off. RIP mom. Thanks for visiting.

[@mvj1153]

Do we even have poetic words like this in our music today anymore?

[@inakkita]

@@mvj1153 in the 60’s in high school we had many essays to do. We hated that, but it made us use our minds to think. Many times from a book, “Stop, Look and Write” we had a picture, then had a 500 or 1000 word essay to do on that picture. It brought creativity. Today, kids are told what to think. Sad times.

[@DUCKDUCKGOISMUCHBETTER]

​​@@inakkitaYou are exactly right. Thank you for this comment 😊👍.

[@sandradale1647]

Yes, Master blaster STEVIE WONDER

[@ronbroda5646]

I had the very good fortune to work with the lyricist of this classic song, Dave Richardson. He was my Staff Sergeant at Saanich Police. The best supervisor I had in my 28 year career. A very kind man with a great sense of humour.

[@cindyshilling4161]

Yes, he was a kind man

[@lipsticklover34]

Rest in Peace Dave Richardson for writing the lyrics to this timeless beautiful song! Also rest in peace Donny Gerrard for your smoothe impeccable voice that made this song an ageless classic!! Kudos to Mr. Richardson & Mr. Gerrard!😇💙🙏🎼🎸🎵

[@DavidFlores-g5d]

Wildflower: A beauty only the almighty can design and create.

[@browniesbrownies6004]

High school days in the 70's.... the good times !!!anyone agrees?

[@smcdonald9991]

I do!!! (sorry for the delayed answer)

[@kaylegirvin184]

HECK YEAH! WE USED TO SAY FAR OUT!

[@kmath50]

This is from my HS days as well. Great song.

[@towingpros-vu9bo]

Beautiful 100%

[@dianekeilman]

The best music!

[@michellenunley314]

57 now, but first heard this as an 18 year old alone in California. It was like hearing the lullaby of my heart and soul. Only a few people know how it got there. That very moment, I realized who I was and how I got there.

[@roseds7198]

My name is Rose. I had a hard childhood, now l still make some unwise decisions. It feels like this was written for me

[@carlitosirlanda1742]

written in 1972 and only a few days to 2022, still listening, still beautiful to the ears... thanks for this golden classic, dave richardson and doug edwards

[@garychambers5850]

There will never be music like this anymore. So Beautiful 🦅 God bless the Band *Skylark* for giving the World 🌏 this song.. Thank you! 💗🎵⛪✝

[@ToddEdmondson]

The guitar piece deserves credit - it’s as great as the lyrics at some points.

[@Ston247]

Hit the airwaves in 1973. Before the death of Bruce Lee.

[@Ston247]

@@ToddEdmondson A beautiful flanger with a light overdrive.

[@k4y2real]

This was my grandmas favorite song. It truly describes a life she lived. Sadly she passed away in February 2023, and I miss her every day.

[@poolereid]

I've just shared it for our daughter-in-law who passed yesterday. She overcame a tragic childhood and became a wonderful mother, wife and friend. She was a beautiful soul and a true Wildflower.

[@8manAbe]

Almost 50 years later and I STILL get the chills and goosebumps listening to this!

[@frederickrapp5396]

I remember this song being played on the radio a lot in the spring of 1973. It has a certain melancholic wistfulness of the pain of unrequited love, a feeling that I was experiencing in the spring of 1973. I loved this song, although it is not a song of happiness and joy.

[@noelmacaraniag6290]

Perfect

[@user-yc7qe5jc8w]

I know music was so much more uplifting then

[@dharmasuu]

Always my favorite song. There are all kinds of wildflowers. Those that thrive, those who wait for dreams to come true, those that are left alone, those that are abused, those that are old and withering, and those that have just given up. They are all still free and gentle flowers, growin' wild!

[@Valleygirl66]

Yes! :0)

[@constanceporter3546]

You are so right, their ALL kinds of us wild flowers still out here. You described VERY WELL.

[@haroldlambert1991]

Being born in 1960 this is one of the songs that were the soundtrack of our lives. LIFE and LOVE is so fragile like a "wildflower". So easily run over and crushed by the inhumanity of NO LOVE or RESPECT for others. So many are cut down for NO reason. I have HOPE for UNDERSTANDING. Each one knows the answer, but NO one wants to "see" the "wildflower".😁

[@spudjohnsonn8122]

The 70's sold more records than any other decade, The music was fabulous !

[@williammclean5040]

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@myrapacite5295]

👍👍👍yes..I agree..good for the heart..❤️❤️❤️✌️

[@WhitemenaresoSexy]

I can see why

[@simeonseah417]

And also the era for good ol' Rock.....

[@deni0.0.7]

@Spud check facts before making statements that make you appear ignorant! 1999 sold the most records! Doubt it? Check with Mr. Google!🤣

[@spideraxis]

Songs, tunes, music come and go. Some affect you for a while and then they no longer do. As I write this, it was over half a century, 51 years ago this time of year to be exact, that "Wildflower" hit the charts and rode the airwaves. Summer 1973. It still haunts me all these years later. What a beautiful song.

[@alanstar9175]

Well said and stated. It is a beautiful song. Simple and true.

[@wesleylicorish779]

This song makes me remember my late great mother....she passed over 20 yrs ago. I still miss her so much

[@terrywalter1655]

I have been listening to this song since about 1973, and at 62 now, still listening. Beautiful 🌹

[@pvbeam]

Im😃

[@pablozuniga9199]

Yes it is memorable.

[@stephaniejones4749]

I'm 62 also and I know what you mean 🙂

[@redenbanal5836]

🤣

[@piperdarnell4994]

Amazing. I'm 55

[@Wendy_D8033]

This song i dedicate to my mom my "Wildflower" She faced a lot in her life time but she found the courage to raise eight children. She was a gentle soul but she protected us and gave us strength. I miss you everyday my flower. Keep on resting in peace.. You deserve it!!

[@angelsbuffy927]

no songs like this today.... what a beautoful song.

[@silviocesarsilvadeoliveira2789]

Every time when I listen this song I remember of my sweet and lovely Mom !!! We have a history in our life !!!! Love you Mom Forever and Ever !!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@rubyruby6358]

Haven’t heard this song in decades. Brought back so many memories and made me cry. So beautiful

[@chappyvowell2170]

I’m 54 and this was the song. After “wildflower” . Don’t no why but it stuck in my memory for all these years. Beautiful.!

[@jamesconn7311]

The first time to hear this song was in 1973, i was 15yrs old . I was with some of my cousins were goin to the cemetary to say our final good bye to our GrandMother . A sad day but the beautiful song ,like Her has remained in my memories so many years later .

[@waynepistey6677]

A timeless classic. Not enough words to describe how beautiful this song is.

[@mangalbob956]

I am 60 and was 9 years when enjoying this song without any knowledge of English, thanks for saving this beautiful song for the young generations

[@dianekeilman]

One of my favorites from the 70's!

[@Dean-hy8zb]

There have been many women in my life that this song fits. I know that most of us know of these women. We all know at least one. But the first woman I always think of when I hear the first chords of this song is my mother. A tiny woman. Never weighed more than 90 lbs. Gave birth to seven boys and three girls. Back in my youth, this wasn’t uncommon. I’m 67 now. She had a pacemaker put in at 36 years old. My dad beat her up numerous times. Some I remember. Worked two jobs as long as I could remember. Died at 47 years old. Been gone for over 40 years now. I still think of her almost daily. I’m sad that I wasn’t a better son so her life could have been a little easier. Find it hard sometimes to forgive myself. I know she still watches over me. I miss her. Hope she knows how much I still love her.

[@alanstar9175]

Thank you for sharing this. You were a good son and I'm sure your Mom is watching over you. I don't understand why bad things happen to people like your Mom. It doesn't make sense. She gave so much to 10 children and an abusive husband. She was the strongest woman to endure all of this and still loved you all greatly!

[@tomtv1]

A timeless classic. Still sounds fresh as it did in 1973 when it was released.

[@ralex3697]

1972

[@glodvillamayor8284]

One of the best songs produced during my high school days. Captivating!

[@frederickrapp5396]

This song was played many times on the radio in the spring of 1973 as my high school days were ending. What do you think this song is trying to say? I’ve never been able to decide.

[@annedgar1827]

"Wildflower" is one of the most beautiful, moving songs I have ever heard...I remember when it first came out. Thank you for sharing this song and the story behind same.

[@andrewenrico9334]

Na rerelate ako kapag pinapadogdog ko yan

[@rogeralcazar2951]

W/ chicks

[@Sis716-j1v]

Me too thank you for this beautiful song cuz describes me to the "T"-love it 💘 dtjlove 💘

[@curtismckee8438]

I first heard it in the early 70s on a jukebox at a campground sandwich shop and loved it. Also, across my almost 63 years, I have known some very precious Wildflower ladies, just as friends. But I loved every one even when they had to go...like the girl in the song, especially when they had to go.

[@bobturnley2787]

Great tune, great vocals, great guitar, beautiful words.

[@carolzoeller7670]

New Year's Eve 2023 I've carried the song in my heart for years too many to even add up. It just popped up on my playlist bringing tears to eyes and prayers that 2024 is better for all of us❤

[@debdew7125]

✝️💜 Amen to that! 💜✝️ 🎶Such a beautiful song🎶

[@kaliarisam7868]

1972 and now 2024 listening to one of my most favorite songs. Magical ❤

[@Wayne-y5h]

This song is a perfect example of why the music of our generation is timeless. I am 67 now reminiscing the days I was a teenager soon to become an adult during the 1970's. Every generation claims the fame of their music, but I will always believe our music was the very best because of the lyrics, melodies, and harmonies. Our music affects me today as it did back in the 70's. I was a child of the 60's and 70's. Both decades of music had such an impact on me and the direction I took with playing the guitar. Hopefully, future generations will realize and appreciate the music we had.

[@bonzotalonzo9072]

This song always made me stop and listen. Truly timeless.....

[@mrorionfan1]

Thank you David Richardson for writing this beautiful beautiful song!!!!

[@NoraSalcedo-nz7lb]

My God I'm so emotional when I heard this,I remember my late hubby he used to sing this song in Videoke.Luv you Daddy.❤❤❤

[@carolinagirl1967]

This song really hits home for me because it tells a story that matches my childhood and my life. I grew up being hurt and abused that happened throughout my whole life. People have always taken advantage of me because I am very soft hearted and sensitive. This song tugs at my heart .

[@criscoleman]

I'm so sorry you had to go through all that. May God bless you.

[@francesdigiovanni6151]

Ditto

[@maryadams2541]

I know exactly what you mean by that. I went through that kind of childhood and teenage years.

[@johnfabi7294]

I can identify with your childhood story. I've been through similar experiences in my life.

[@sandmgray]

Same here- 😢

[@michaelarcher600]

A timeless classic for sure. Always loved it.

[@SCGNiagara101]

S-weet! A beautiful classic. Still listening in 2023... and beyond...

[@mikewebb288]

My wife and I danced our wedding dance to the tune. It was played at her funeral in October of 2017.It saddens me that she is gone. Thrilled that I was able to spend almost 40 years with her.

[@kentclark6420]

That's so sad. I'm sorry. This is a beautiful song, but maybe more upbeat songs will help you forget, until you meet again.

[@leighlala3371]

She is still with you, so please continue to play the song for her. Her transitioning only means her physical being is no more. You should relate to her in the same manner. Love, Love

[@tobycleo]

my wife passed away at 55 due to kidney failing oct 12 2019.. remember keep Jesus first

[@archangel2143]

So glad you had 40 great years together! That’s so awesome!

[@belindatalavera1598]

Sorry for your loss. I want this played at my funeral as well.

[@bobg3699]

one of the most beautiful haunting songs of all time. So glad it was put to music for the world to share.

[@sharonwells6808]

Such a moving song. The music, singing and lyrics are the best.

[@rayvioletgalvan1168]

I sang this song to my bride at our wedding as she walked down the isle = listening to it still chokes me up and my eyes water

[@dianeseymour6189]

😍🥰❤

[@paulettericketts5830]

I played it over and over again because it speaks volumes of my childhood and it kept me going

[@evelynbegay6891]

This song is so beautifully sung. I love it and never get tired of listening to it.

[@raymondchin2346]

My only wish was that this group had had more great songs. This was truly a timeless classic

[@90Marde]

The most beatifull song for all times! My number ONE from my list.What a song, lyrics, melody, chorus, the singer, guitar sounds...well, it has it all. Marvin Duran

[@mikevolpe5995]

Marvin, I couldn't agree just you more. And the lyrics just flow thru the song effortlessly.

[@ameliasamonte2621]

Thank you Skylark for this beautiful song , that I treasure it from the first time I heard it, up to now . It is timeless, most beautiful song.. I LOVE IT !!!

[@salvi9977]

I was six years old when this song was released. I remembered it through out my life, but after finding it again and reading about why this song was written, it made me appreciate it so much more. I gained a tremendous amount of respect for the meaning and vocals. As I got older, I can honestly appreciate the quality of this song, and how much of a absolute beautiful masterpiece it really is.

[@hapkidtwo]

I was just thirteen years old and now at my 62’s still produce the same awesomeness feeling.

[@stevemaher8309]

I've loved this song from the first time I heard it when I was stationed in Asmara ,Ethiopia in 1973 in the US Navy . This song is emotional for me as it pulls on the heartstrings and nostalgia of a poignant time in my life. Steve

[@vadinandez]

Wow, what a voice!❤❤❤ Donny Gerrard! Amazing!

[@RobertPlant-rh9ro]

A true gem of a song! I used to play this song on a jukebox in the mid 70's. Well crafted.

[@jasonhopkins6004]

this is a beautiful love poem. a timeless classic

[@luciagranese9377]

This is absolutely the most beautiful song EVER!!!!!!!

[@paulpreziosi4760]

ditto

[@lyndaedgerly9246]

yup

[@paulsullivan1650]

Reminds me of my wife Janine who suffers from multiple sclerosis. "She's always paying for a debt she never owed" and "Watch how you touch her cause she'll awaken, and sleep's the only freedom that she knows" She's had this horrible disease and been paralyzed since she's been 28 years old. She's 51 now. She'll be 52 on July 7th, and I still love her today as much if not more than when I married her. I love you Janine, and I always will baby girl! 💜💚 My sweet Janine passed away on April 28th, 2019. No more suffering baby. No more pain. I will love you forever honey.. ♡♡

[@jolenemyers5973]

That's too sweet! She's lucky to have you!

[@paulsullivan1650]

+Jolene Myers Thanks Jolene. That was very sweet of you to say these kind words to me. You sound as if you've got an enormously huge heart. ♡ Again, thank you so very much...

[@jolenemyers5973]

+Paul Sullivan It's no problem. My husband of 12 years has been deployed 4 times. Throughout that time I suffered as an addict. He was there to help me get through it, which I have. When you love somebody so much, you'll be with them every step of the way.

[@REFORMATIONANDREVIVALNOW]

The love you have for your wife is a crown to her and a blessing to me. This touched me as a young boy in the 70s Thanks! kevin

[@paulsullivan1650]

+Reformation & Revival Now God bless you Kevin...

[@lorrainesmith1447]

I come back to this song over and over and i guess if I had to describe the way it makes me feel, it seems touch something deep in my soul.

[@Personalization_IA]

Let me sing it to you this Saturday.

[@chalan55]

I misplaced this song in my memory for so many years. I’m glad I found it, it means a lot more than before. With much more appreciation, thanks David.

[@thehookman777]

I was a tiny boy when released and remember this on the radio so vividly as one of the most beautiful songs to this day! Then in my early adulthood I learned this was one of David Foster, the master pop musician's first projects and why I always loved his music. I got to meet him a few years ago backstage at his concert David Foster & Friends II in Fort Lauderdale, my hometown, and was able to tell him how much this simple song meant to me! Its simply a classic-when you hear music like this and similarly heard today "Goodbye yellow Brick Road" by Elton from the early 70's same time frame it was made as WILDFLOWER and we realize nothing like these are made today! It was a magical time for Rock, Pop & Soul! One of the Best Songs Ever!

[@dangmangcarpenter8800]

it was a gift

[@Skipperj]

I agree

[@Dani92670]

hookman777, what an amazing & simply awesome story, what a memory to cherish for you!! i love goodbye yellow brick road, as well. i bought the "45" of it from an 'oldies' record store when i was 17 in 1988...as a 46 year old woman, looking back i can see my love for ballads started pretty much by 14 for me, when i was old enough to feel anguish & heartache over friends and BOYS, of course, but how sad is it, i never could have imagined back then, 30+ years ago now, that my whole life i would continue to go back to these very same songs STILL because absolutely NOTHING better ever came along!! it was a truly magical time in music & i get very defensive when people sometimes refer to 70s music as "sappy" or say how awful the music was then - these comments usually come from "really cool, super masculine, hip kinda DUDES, so consider the source - hands down these are some of the best treasures we have & i don't think anything will ever compare to them or replace them, certainly nothing i have heard beyond the 1980s, AT BEST!

[@jackluque6616]

Danielle Marin funeral for a friend is to me the best Elton John song

[@roserankin6441]

I was 12 years old when this song came out. I never knew the name of the song, nor who sang it. I came across this site, mentioning the song and group and I didn't know what the song was, until I listened. This song was so popular way back, and I am finally glad to know the name of it. Such a beautiful song! Hearing it again at 63.

[@DUCKDUCKGOISMUCHBETTER]

I'm so glad you finally found your song. I know that feeling, it's wonderful! 😊👍

[@DUCKDUCKGOISMUCHBETTER]

I have a few songs of my own that I've been looking for for years. I'll find them eventually I know.

[@yvonnecadogan5953]

This is and always will be a beautiful song with meaningful lyrics. It meant so much to me back in the 80’s; every time I heard it I couldn’t help but personalise it. It was as if they were singing it especially for me and my then personal & relationship issues. It gave me strength & it bolstered me. Thank you “Skylark, this is indeed an anthem.

[@gare9485]

Love this song, it came out when i was 12 years old, im 63 now and still listen to it, one of my favorites. They don't make music like this anymore, thats sad. The music now a days is garbage.

[@gigisotto2394]

Ditto...

[@jimreed5836]

Out of the blue, you suddenly recall a particular song that moved you and you reconnect to see if that feeling still lives on. With Wildflower, it's as if I've just heard it for the first time, ever. I'm blessed to recapture that feeling.

[@giseldastornant377]

And thank you Mr. Richardson for writing one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard💙💜💛

[@angelawyllie4178]

I first heard this song in April 1973 and to this day it is still one of my favourite songs.

[@jerrymanor1657]

This great song was performed at my High School prom in 1974, have really enjoyed it ever since...

[@339go]

Still one of the Greatest songs of the 70's !!!!

[@mrorionfan1]

Listening to this more-than-powerful song and lyrics!!!! Listening on my mellow night September 14, 2019 to this song that came out when I was 11 or so and was old enough to love it then and had to listen again tonight. Thanks to Edwards and Richardson and Foster and Skylark for this emotional song!!!! Thanks for this video!!

[@bobmclaughlin7276]

This always reminds me of my oldest daughter when she went through difficult times in her mid teens.... Happily, she's strong and doing well, and a great person and mother today

[@celtabeal5035]

Dave R and Doug Edwards and Skylark, THANK you very much. Wild Flower is my favorite song of all time!! This song and it's rendition takes me to places I never knew existed!!!!!

[@lilcajintex]

This has been my favorite song since I was a child. I have informed my husband that I want this song played at my memorial.

[@johncarlson3728]

A timeless classic. The vocals and guitar compliment one another perfectly! Let the rain fall down upon her!

[@danielfinkler2160]

Just another example of a brilliant beautiful song from a Canadian band.