Song plays and instantly im thinking and seeing my late father. Before I know it I have tears in my eyes. Then im smiling writing this comment knowing that it will be read by others who just get it. I can’t wait to be with my dad again one day.
This a song part of a continuum, of truth being past down through the ages - the words of the message might change, but the message stays the same, I think it is simply one of the most insightful, compassionate and beautiful songs of my 72 Years. Thank You Mary.
My father passed away in 2009. On the 10th anniversary of his death I sang this song in his memory and dedicated it to his son (my brother) and my son. The officers that policed under my dad when he was chief cried like babies. I cry every time I hear this song. We all could use some mercy now. It cuts to the heart and soul and so true. I loved my father, still do and always will. Rest in peace dad.
My dad is currently in a bad way healthwise. I heard Mary Guathier interviewed on Folk and Acoustic Music today. She's a national treasure, and she was a wonderful interview. This song was played during the interview. It spoke to me, and I needed that comfort.
"My church and my country could use a little mercy now As they sink into a poisoned pit it's going to take forever to climb out' "People in power, they'll do anything to keep their crown' "We hang in the balance dangle 'tween hell and hallowed ground And every single one of us could use some mercy now' What a song . as i write this on October 12th, 2020 i find it simply amazing how this pertains almost exactly to this time.
My daddy dyed when I was 6yrs old. I was always be daddy,'s girl in my heart. This song when I listen to it I cry a lot he dye age 36 he was in Vietnam War. Part of me went with him. Now I'm All alone, but I talk to My Lord Jesus, and my Heavenly Father. My. Kid's don't understand. When Veterans Day I cry thinking of me wishing he was here with me.this song is to him
I was getting my ice coffee this afternoon when this song came on the radio. I cried in the parking lot for the whole song.The music, Lyrics and meaning. It was a rough couple minutes indeed
This song gives me chills...It is one of the best songs I have ever heard. Especially about the brother. He's been away most of his life and I miss him terribly. Thank you Mary G.
I needed this today. Last month, my husband went into hospice care. My best dog who was only 5 years old died from cancer. A week later, my cat died from a sudden heart attack. Today, I had to have a dog that I have raised for 1-1/2 years put to sleep for attacking and trying to kill other dogs. And this afternoon, a litter of 5 puppies I rescued went to the vet and are hospitalized with parvo. I could sure use a little mercy now.
I listened to this song one lonely day on the vacation I did on my own. I sat on the beach in Tel Aviv, watching waves and listening to this. Unforgettable moment. I really could use some mercy back then.
I love Mary Gauthier and her music. Her song-writing capabilities are over the top! Her lyrics know our souls and punches us right in our vulnerable places. I feel this song all the way to my core! I would love to meet her to thank her personally for sharing her gift! I will have to put that one my bucket list.
"As a songwriter, I'm always trying to go to the deepest possible place inside of me. Past the navel-gazing, past the self-conscious, to get to that 'we, cause deep inside of all of us is the universal. And that is an artist's job, to transcend the self. I'm in there, but then hopefully, it goes past that and it hits something far, far bigger and more important than me. That's what I'm aimin' for every time I write." Mary Gauthier I got to see Mary live in an intimate Nashville venue last spring. Everything she sang reflected her intent and made songs we all could feel and relate to that night. She's one of the greats.
I just discovered this song/artist on my Spotify Daily Mix. Hearing this song is so timely for me, as my father passed away one week ago, and every word of Mary's song resonates with me. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
The fiddle player is the best I've heard. She plays so sweetly and evokes such emotion it almost brings tears to my eyes - her solo is such an enjoyable part of this version.
just lost a close friend, so finding/ being introduced to Mary Gauthier's perfectly in tune words a great find.i will now be a follower.Thanks path finder!
Love love love this beautiful song. Love Mary's awesome performance. So good. And I totally agree we could all definitely use some mercy now. God help us. We so need it.
I was out in the country in a beautiful spot. The day was nearly over and sunlight was filtering through the trees. This song came on the radio and it was...MAGIC. It gave me such peace. It was a God moment for me.
Mary! She always speaks from the heart; her music writing and melodies I do resonate with......Me. Thank You Mary and I also want to give Thanks to the amazing violin as well!💌
just absolutely van fecking tastic...I found you through Allison Moorer and then again through Yellowstone....I play violin as well as sing and play guitar ......your songs speak to my soul....and I absolutely love playing them.
I heard this song a few years ago and it touched me like no other song has. Being a musician I realized I wrote a version of this and forgot where the inspiration had came from. It was this song. Thank you Mary.
Thank you Merry! In your song, you reflected everything that can and is real in the family and that is the main thing! I’m a Father, a husband, already 35 years old and for me it is a great value, but not at the expense of the future of my children. Their choice and happy life is my goal. You helped me convince myself of this! Come to Baikal - Americans are loved here! Even Greeted posted 12 times!
I first heard Mary Gauthier on NPR about 6 years ago. I'm a huge fan. and this song in particular. If you liked this, you might like Phosphorescent - My Dove, My Lamb, and Tret Fure - A Piece of the Sky and The Rain. You won't find the really good stuff on radio anymore.
I saw Mary Gauthier last night in Jackson, TN at a house concert. Wow, I loved her music! Mercy Now is one of my favorite songs from the concert! we could all use mercy now!!! Way to go Mary!!!!
If you don't know how or what to pray, this is as good as any instruction I've ever heard. If you don't believe in prayer, it's an illumination of correct thought toward others...either way, it's beautiful. Thank you for this Mary Gauthier.
I came here after listening to the streaming set played on iradiophilly of the 2018 Philadelphia Folk Festival. I cried when she sang “Mercy Now”. She says nowadays people beseech her to keep going; to keep working for our military veterans. Her work is grant funded. So thankful such positive forces are at work. “My church and my country could use a little mercy now. As they sink into a poisoned pit; it’s going to take forever to climb out. They carry the weight of the faithful who follow them down. I love my church and my country; they could use a little mercy now”. She ended with "This Land is Your Land" and talked about why it is the most played song from the PFF stage. It’s the same reason I keep coming back. Thank you Mary Gauthier.
"People in power will do anything to keep their crowns"...what a great line, and what an outstanding singer/songwriter, I'm a new fan, glad to find her.
A poem for you dear Mary.... Knuckle red, knuckles bleeding... His knuckles red, his knuckles bleeding. My father fought and fought, wars that could not be won. He told me in his drunkenness state. What have I done? He told me. Son. I killed and I killed. I melted down three machine guns barrels. I saw body on body of the dead. Thousand we killed and I didn't want to see the face of the enemy. I remember my friend left behind. They are still buried somewhere in the Korean dirt. He told me. Son, war is shit, war is hell. I pray the old soldier can find peace in death. In life, my father fought old wars everyday and every night. My father never found peace. The damn wars tattoos and spoiled his soul. Killed his hope and killed his vision. And the wars are never-ending for men with. Knuckle red, knuckles bleeding. Coyote
I have listened to this song intermittently for some years. This is a song for all time, but especially for our world right now. Thank you Mary. ❤
First fer me
"Yellowstone" (on the Paramount Network) has introduced some fantastic music to the viewers of this series... this song is just one of them. Love it!
That's where I first heard it last night. Now I can't get it out of my head.
@@BarbaraatQueensAvenueTarot is it a movie or a tv show?
@@solukhumbu911 Yellowstone is a TV Series.
Just heard it 2 mins ago. Had to listen to it. What a great song.
I first heard this while watching "Case Histories", a 2011 crime drama with Jason Isaacs.
Song plays and instantly im thinking and seeing my late father. Before I know it I have tears in my eyes. Then im smiling writing this comment knowing that it will be read by others who just get it. I can’t wait to be with my dad again one day.
Beautifully said , feel exactly the same
Amen Brother, my family and friends that have passed outnumber the ones I have left so I can totally understand.
Me to
God I wish the universe would show my father some mercy. ..please.
I was out in the country in a beautiful spot when this song came on the radio and it was...MAGIC.
It gave me such peace. It was a God moment for me.
When I get to heaven prime
This a song part of a continuum, of truth being past down through the ages - the words of the message might change, but the message stays the same, I think it is simply one of the most insightful, compassionate and beautiful songs of my 72 Years. Thank You Mary.
This song is as resonant today as ever. We could use a little mercy now.
Ahmen sister
Yes, yes we could. Oh god
Very accomplished fiddle player is Tania Elizabeth. The 5th string adds so much depth. Her tone is stunning and her taste is spot on.
She's playing a viola.
@@davegutierrez5553 violas have 4 strings - this appears to be a 5-string hybrid instrument.
My father passed away in 2009. On the 10th anniversary of his death I sang this song in his memory and dedicated it to his son (my brother) and my son. The officers that policed under my dad when he was chief cried like babies. I cry every time I hear this song. We all could use some mercy now. It cuts to the heart and soul and so true. I loved my father, still do and always will. Rest in peace dad.
Oh God, this woman tears my heart out when she sings her songs. So real.
Same. Stunning.
she is such an honest song writer. The closest thin we now have to the irreplaceable Ann Wolf.
There is a song that transcends time and history to be always true and applicable.
Peace to you David
My dad is currently in a bad way healthwise. I heard Mary Guathier interviewed on Folk and Acoustic Music today. She's a national treasure, and she was a wonderful interview. This song was played during the interview. It spoke to me, and I needed that comfort.
❤️🙏🏼
The delivery on this piece is a work of art.
Listening to this on 4.1.2020, in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Fitting song for our times.
Just heard it today, 6-6-20, the week of the murder of George Floyd...so relevant...
My thoughts, too, several months later. Wishing you some mercy now.
listening to it the day after the first Presidential debate and the song seems even more poignant.
"My church and my country could use a little mercy now
As they sink into a poisoned pit it's going to take forever to climb out'
"People in power, they'll do anything to keep their crown'
"We hang in the balance dangle 'tween hell and hallowed ground
And every single one of us could use some mercy now'
What a song . as i write this on October 12th, 2020
i find it simply amazing how this pertains almost exactly to this time.
Fitting sister
It's so inspiring when a woman is a maverick while she keeps her grace in the forefront ... thank you Mary.
I fully agree, and I'm a man.
Gender doesn't really matter so much. Heart is where it's at.
My daddy dyed when I was 6yrs old. I was always be daddy,'s girl in my heart. This song when I listen to it I cry a lot he dye age 36 he was in Vietnam War. Part of me went with him. Now I'm All alone, but I talk to My Lord Jesus, and my Heavenly Father. My. Kid's don't understand. When Veterans Day I cry thinking of me wishing he was here with me.this song is to him
Mercy! Perfect song especially for my country now! Mary sings from the heart, love her❤️
I need this song today. Thank you Mary. We all need some mercy now. Peace and love to all people!
I was getting my ice coffee this afternoon when this song came on the radio. I cried in the parking lot for the whole song.The music, Lyrics and meaning. It was a rough couple minutes indeed
Such a Beautiful Song! We All need some Mercy Now
"We hang in the balance dangled, between Hell and hallowed ground". My goodness. Sheer Brilliance
Heard this song tonight on TV and had to find it. What a great song,,and very true words. Thank you for such a beautiful song. Bless you.
I had never heard her until Yellowstone. Love this song.
I heard this on yellowstone. It's so peaceful to listen to. I really like it ❤
This song gives me chills...It is one of the best songs I have ever heard. Especially about the brother. He's been away most of his life and I miss him terribly. Thank you Mary G.
I don't know how anyone can listen to this song and not tear up.
Yellowstone sent me here as well. The music... I didn't know it existed. So thankful
I needed this today. Last month, my husband went into hospice care. My best dog who was only 5 years old died from cancer. A week later, my cat died from a sudden heart attack. Today, I had to have a dog that I have raised for 1-1/2 years put to sleep for attacking and trying to kill other dogs. And this afternoon, a litter of 5 puppies I rescued went to the vet and are hospitalized with parvo. I could sure use a little mercy now.
God Bless You (and all of them)
It has been said God never gives us more than we could handle. My prayers are with you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I listened to this song one lonely day on the vacation I did on my own. I sat on the beach in Tel Aviv, watching waves and listening to this. Unforgettable moment. I really could use some mercy back then.
I love Mary Gauthier and her music. Her song-writing capabilities are over the top! Her lyrics know our souls and punches us right in our vulnerable places. I feel this song all the way to my core! I would love to meet her to thank her personally for sharing her gift! I will have to put that one my bucket list.
Well said and I totally agree:) Tania sounds as sweet as honey...
"As a songwriter, I'm always trying to go to the deepest possible place inside of me. Past the navel-gazing, past the self-conscious, to get to that 'we, cause deep inside of all of us is the universal. And that is an artist's job, to transcend the self. I'm in there, but then hopefully, it goes past that and it hits something far, far bigger and more important than me. That's what I'm aimin' for every time I write." Mary Gauthier
I got to see Mary live in an intimate Nashville venue last spring. Everything she sang reflected her intent and made songs we all could feel and relate to that night. She's one of the greats.
I just discovered this song/artist on my Spotify Daily Mix. Hearing this song is so timely for me, as my father passed away one week ago, and every word of Mary's song resonates with me. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
Any time an artist sits down with an acoustic guitar, this is the song they hope to write.
Incredible song. A lot of us need "Some Mercy Now". Peace and Love to EVERYONE.
Have known this song for many, many years. Never fails to bring me to tears.
I'm here because I've been at Mary Gauthier's live concerts. And I feel it's time to share this message. We all could use a little mercy now.
jus discovered this amazing musician. she is rite up there with townes, guy and ol blaze in my books. am truly digging it.
Song for today. Relevant and beautiful.
amazing. the most soulful country song I have ever heard. Everything in me stopped to listen and feel.
The fiddle player is the best I've heard. She plays so sweetly and evokes such emotion it almost brings tears to my eyes - her solo is such an enjoyable part of this version.
I watched yellowstone because of this song. A song that hit me 20 years before it could crush me.
just lost a close friend, so finding/ being introduced to Mary Gauthier's perfectly in tune words a great find.i will now be a follower.Thanks path finder!
Thank you, Mary. We need your songs, now more than ever.....
this song is the hug I needed today. Thank you.
Watching Yellowstone in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 We need it now . ❤️
Lovely song & performance & the fiddle is gorgeous.
Love love love this beautiful song. Love Mary's awesome performance. So good. And I totally agree we could all definitely use some mercy now. God help us. We so need it.
Such a powerful song. Wow.
the world could use a little mercy now my God
A marvelous communicator in the language that speaks to all--music.
The first time I heard this song it brought tears to my eyes. This version had the same result. May God show you all some mercy now.
In today's world this song describes the pain so many of us carry around and the unity of faith in what ever we believe.
I was out in the country in a beautiful spot. The day was nearly over and sunlight was filtering through the trees.
This song came on the radio and it was...MAGIC. It gave me such peace. It was a God moment for me.
Just discovered this at local folk club with someone performing it. Didn't know it at all. Beautiful song. Wonderful lyrics.
I didn't realize how badly I needed to hear these powerful words. Thank you for this.
Wat een mooie mix! Je bent vast een hele lieve vent. Ik heb Mary Gauthier live gezien. En trio Rosenkavalier is het mooiste dat ik ken.
Mary! She always speaks from the heart; her music writing and melodies I do resonate with......Me. Thank You Mary and I also want to give Thanks to the amazing violin as well!💌
I love you Mary you inspire me
Not sure how I happened across this today, it ended up on a playlist, just glad it did.
the happiest sad song, the most uplifting and depressing song I've ever heard. When I first got this album I was amazed. heart and soul.
Saw her live the other day with Tim and Troubadours. She blew us away. This song. My Lord.
just absolutely van fecking tastic...I found you through Allison Moorer and then again through Yellowstone....I play violin as well as sing and play guitar ......your songs speak to my soul....and I absolutely love playing them.
Written for a time such as this 11 years later! 💛💙💛💙
WOW! Long time fan love Marys work, her finger picking is nice but that fiddle puts the soul in to this particular performance!
god, this is stunning!
bronze silver moved me to tears
This planet could use some mercy now and beyond now...thank you Mary...you are awesome..🌈
A beautiful piece. I love the instruments and the words.
I heard this song a few years ago and it touched me like no other song has. Being a musician I realized I wrote a version of this and forgot where the inspiration had came from. It was this song. Thank you Mary.
Beautiful! I love her music, her voice, her style. Superb artist.
Heard this song on the tv show Case Histories and was overwhelmed by the incredible lyrics and her wonderful voice.
We could all use some mercy now, during Covid, July, 2021.
This song is exactly what I needed to hear tonight! Just heard it on Yellowstone! Love it.
This song gives me chills deep up my spine, and floods me with emotions
Beautiful and timely. Thank you.
This is got to be one of the best written songs i have liked and heard. Thank you
She came to Leeds, Yorkshire and was marvellous. Just Mary and a double base player. This is such a beautiful song.
Thank you Merry! In your song, you reflected everything that can and is real in the family and that is the main thing! I’m a Father, a husband, already 35 years old and for me it is a great value, but not at the expense of the future of my children. Their choice and happy life is my goal. You helped me convince myself of this! Come to Baikal - Americans are loved here! Even Greeted posted 12 times!
I felt the need to hear this today. God bless all of you out there. Be safe careful and healthy!
We all could use a little mercy now
I know we don't deserve it
But we need it anyhow...
😔😔
I first heard Mary Gauthier on NPR about 6 years ago. I'm a huge fan. and this song in particular. If you liked this, you might like Phosphorescent - My Dove, My Lamb, and Tret Fure - A Piece of the Sky and The Rain. You won't find the really good stuff on radio anymore.
This song has never meant as much to me as it does now.
❤️🕯
I saw Mary Gauthier last night in Jackson, TN at a house concert. Wow, I loved her music! Mercy Now is one of my favorite
songs from the concert! we could all use mercy now!!! Way to go Mary!!!!
How fitting & properly placed in the Yellowstone series!!!
I know we don't deserve it....but we need it anyhow.
Hello 2 year ago commenter. We need even more now! 2017
nllleonard
Don’t forget Dania
mindrunfree and even more now
nllleonard agree
As long as we re-elect President Trump we will be ok
So glad I ran across this video
I love you Mary G. Praying with you today again I'm sure.
If you don't know how or what to pray, this is as good as any instruction I've ever heard. If you don't believe in prayer, it's an illumination of correct thought toward others...either way, it's beautiful. Thank you for this Mary Gauthier.
Thank you Yellowstone for leading me here.
Thank you for posting this song. This is one of my very favorites. It's like a prayer. It's beautiful.
This is a masterpiece. I play it like the prayer that it is. Thank you Mary and your fine violinist.
Thank you so much Mary ..
Thanks Mary. Such a gift.
I came here after listening to the streaming set played on iradiophilly of the 2018 Philadelphia Folk Festival. I cried when she sang “Mercy Now”. She says nowadays people beseech her to keep going; to keep working for our military veterans. Her work is grant funded. So thankful such positive forces are at work. “My church and my country could use a little mercy now. As they sink into a poisoned pit; it’s going to take forever to climb out. They carry the weight of the faithful who follow them down. I love my church and my country; they could use a little mercy now”. She ended with "This Land is Your Land" and talked about why it is the most played song from the PFF stage. It’s the same reason I keep coming back.
Thank you Mary Gauthier.
This is music!The words are so deep and brilliant 💯💯
Thank you so much Lucy for tuning me onto this amazing artist !
"People in power will do anything to keep their crowns"...what a great line, and what an outstanding singer/songwriter, I'm a new fan, glad to find her.
I saw you sing this 15 and 5 years ago at Kate Wolf festival. What a wonderful song.
One of my favorite all time songs. My church and my country sure could use a little mercy now.
Absolutely beautiful. We need "Mercy now" in this world.
A poem for you dear Mary....
Knuckle red, knuckles bleeding...
His knuckles red, his knuckles bleeding.
My father fought and fought,
wars that could not be won.
He told me in his drunkenness state. What have I done?
He told me. Son. I killed and I killed.
I melted down three machine guns barrels.
I saw body on body of the dead.
Thousand we killed and I didn't want to see the face of the enemy.
I remember my friend left behind.
They are still buried somewhere in the Korean dirt.
He told me. Son, war is shit, war is hell.
I pray the old soldier can find peace in death.
In life, my father fought old wars everyday and every night.
My father never found peace.
The damn wars tattoos and spoiled his soul.
Killed his hope and killed his vision.
And the wars are never-ending for men with.
Knuckle red, knuckles bleeding.
Coyote
I really love this song !