Music video by J.D. Souther performing You're Only Lonely (audio). (C) 1979 Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment #JDSouther #YoureOnlyLonely #Vevo
I’m saddened by the lack of press surrounding JD Souther’s death. All I saw was a mention of his death on the ticker this morning on “World News Now.” Mr. Souther wrote so many classic songs and he was inducted into the National Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013. Without him, we wouldn’t have had “New Kid in Town” or “Heartache Tonight” by The Eagles. Linda Ronstadt learned to sing “Blue Bayou” from JD Souther in 1976, which she recorded and took to #3 in 1977. He and Linda were close friends and collaborators. He was also close to Jackson Browne, who sang backup on “You’re Only Lonely.”
I was lucky to grow up in the era where JD Souther, Jackson Browne, Linda Rondstadt, The Eagles, Pure Prairie League, and so many other great songwriters and performers were at the top of the charts.
Simple and pure is a great description. JD was an under the radar singer/songwriter to much. of the fanverse but well known and revered by music insiders. The song is a great legacy.
The garbage they listen to today is pure evil. When is rapping and singing about how to f and rape people is despicable. They sing from the darkness there is No love. Look at award shows they blatantly show who they worship. Certainly is not God or Jesus.
People still make music like this. It's just not mainstream and doesn't get played on CHR. If you have a triple-A station in your area they might play some new music of this style. KXT in Dallas plays stuff like this by classic and new artists. They're a public radio station. No commercials. Listener supported.
@@davidkenner-rb8go : I listen to the music I like through Pandora. It's not very expensive and they will send music your way that is along the same thread as what you chose, so you can build your personalized Music "Albums" over time. I first ran across JD Souther's music (again) only a number of months ago, when I had chosen to build a Linda Ronstadt Album. Then I created an Album just for JD. Been listening to it for months now and sharing his words of wisdom with friends. Happy Tears tonight for him tonight. I had planned on seeing him play in Dallas in another month or so.
@@barbarateigen7670 Thank you for suggesting them. I listened to them and I'm a new fan! I go through music stages sometimes and right now I'm into the classics (rock) 70s and 80s. Thanks again for the suggestion! 🙂
My husband still sings this song to me after 55 years of marriage in our life we are s love story for the ages people gave us one year to stay together because we were from different sides of the tracks
@@timothysexton3657 You're right. Souther wrote for & co-wrote songs with the Eagles, including "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", "New Kid in Town", "How Long", "Best of My Love", "James Dean", "New Kid In Town", "Doolin-Dalton" among others. He helped the Eagles form as a backup band for Linda Ronstadt before they split off as their own group. They even asked Souther to join their group (Could you imagine?), but he declined, saying that the Eagles "already had all the talent they needed". Souther was one of the most low profile, highly talented performing artists in rock, having played with many of the finest, most famous musicians known.
I wish dance clubs still played great music such as this song and many other great songs it give me more reason to get out today music just doesn’t cut it it doesn’t make sense to me
Just turned 74 on my own but far from lonely..................got great music like this track, I so love good music Eagles CSN&Y Linda Ronstadt Bob Seager, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac the list is endless .....................hope I get few more years to enjoy it even more, health and happiness to all.
Listening in January 2024... I'm 64 years old and this song brings back so many memories of the past and also the present. I was fortunate to grow up in an era of some of the GREATEST MUSIC EVER ❤❤❤
70 yrs old so glad grew up in this era loved the music, the clothes fashion everything about it, when l hear this l'm on the floor dancing , can't compare to today's music.
Nothing to miss ! You can get those songs and different versions and styles on the net we couldn’t get back then ! 69 here and there is nore availible now ! Hate that radio now uses analytics and plays the same 100-150 songs over and over and over !!! From 65 to 75 there is a wealth of music , rock, country rock, blue grass , soul ,and blues that rarely gets played and current generations are not aware of ! We were extremely lucky to be the generation with the best and most varied music styles there was ! I am thankful to have been there ,heard that, and actually saw that live ! As I tell my son “ I’ve got that album “ ! Or had that tape ( 8/trac or cassette) ! To be at a concert with 5-6 thousand others passing the joint with total strangers,all there for one reason ! To rock the house ! 😊
@lisafarris4332 your grandmother knew. IYKYK. I'm 57 and my children love the Eagles, Elvis, and all the other greats from the past. My mother passed it down to me. I'm a grandparent now. I hope to pass it down to my grandchildren. The music today doesn't hold a candle to our generation's. J.D. was always one of my favorites. I hope his legacy will continue.
My pops had triple bypass a while ago, he's my hero, I kill myself daily to impress him. He doesn't get it. Gotta do my best to impress the best. So sorry for your loss
@@direfranchement Yup, and they did work together. In 1987 Souther contributed to, performed on, and arranged the vocals for the "Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night" concert and video.
i am 61 and yes this song so magical.. imagine having that time machine to go back and just re live those wonderful years and just stay,,, sorry for your loss
I'll be 69 Oct 1st and doing the same. Sad that so many of the people who have introduced me to so such wonderful music have passed away over the last few years...
RIP JD. This loving homage to the sound of the late, great Roy Orbison was a highlight of the music from my senior year in high school. Thanks for this and all the great tunes.
That's so interesting... before I even read your comment, I was thinking "Yeah, he climbed to Roy Orbison territory on this one!" While J.D.'s writing talents were well known, I feel his voice was VASTLY underappreciated. Thanks for sharing.❤
I saw him at the Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Nobody really seemed to know who he was, I looked around at all the people sitting with me and I said, you have no idea what kind of a night we're in for! I was lucky enough to have a few minutes with him, got my copy of Black Rose autographed 😁 He was so kind, and so humble, he seemed surprised that I wanted his autograph! And really stunned when I asked if it would be too much to have a selfie with him! He was like, you want a picture with me? I started reeling off every song I knew that he had written for himself and others so he would know I was a true fan! What a night to remember! Thank you, JD!💖
I am so glad you had the opprtunity to meet him, as TRUE fan.Yyou were very fortunate. It is a shame but he did live a musical life of general obscurity from the masses.
So sorry to hear J. D. passed away. This was my favorite song. He was a great singer and songwriter and I listen to him all the time. Praying for his family during this difficult time. Thanks to J. D. for all the great music.
This is a song that when it comes on the radio I can't help but crank it up and sing along. Absolutely beautiful! RIP JD. You've left a great legacy of songs.
@loradunn2993 Yes, me too, and her SNP has progressed to a debilitating level. I love her and all that she has been. Funny thing... I just saw the movie Purgatory yesterday and didn't realize until it started that JD was in it.
I'm listening in June 2024. I'm a 23 year old living in the body of a 68 year old! I suggest - keep smiling, keep going, keep defiant - and keep listening to quality music like this song!
@gregorythompson1009 • Thank you Gregory , for ur comment..I was actually looking for the " right one " to reply to , after hearing the dreadful news this morning. And while they all played a vital and important part , none more so , than J.D. did himself. At one point when they all converge in Cali , they do so , coming from all over the U.S. . Jackson Browne , being the lone true Southern Californian among the group. But while they were trying out for a house gig , J.D. reluctantly tried out for the band...and while the band as a whole sounded good , it was plain to everyone ( himself included ) , that he wasn't needed. They were all gonna write together anyway, so it was still a " win - win " for everyone concerned. But I tell you now , you will never find a more clearer, distinct, pure and richer voice that any singer ever had, than J.D. Souther...just by listening to this song , you can clearly tell in not only the lyrics, but in the style, pitch of his voice, and overall sound , of just how much influence he has had and still continues to have, on the Eagles..I've ALWAYS loved his high rich voice..some of the best vibrato to me, I've ever heard..I also remember very well when this song first hit the airwaves.. my wife and I , had just welcomed our first son into this world , making us proud parents for the first time... part of the better days AND YESTERYEARS, gone by.. so sadly 😥 missed , I might add.......remember everyone, these comments and opinions are solely mine and mine alone. They are made IMHO...many blessings to you 🙏 all..stay safe 🙏 and tc everyone...hagd 😊😊
Genius! This song though, gives me goose bumps. I'm 72 , I never forget classics, you know Mozart would have loved this he loved sweet songs and emotional music , he never heard any of the classics the 20th century gave us, he would love it, and hell didn't we get spoiled !
Don and Glenn did collaborate on the writing of "New Kid in Town" But I think that song screams J D Souther and is my number 1 favorite song by the Eagles.
Tom, my brother Bob told me age is just a number and the speed limits are just suggestions. He introduced me to good music when I was 6 and he was 15. He would have turned 77 this coming March. Rock on!
Was 19 1/2 when i recorded this song Dec.79 on a big Ghettoblaster in an intercitytrain near Hamburg on route back home, few hours earlier i had completed my military base training (Green Navy/marinestyle), after i heard it it was my favorite song, sadly i lent the tape months later to a comrade and never get it back, heard it only once since then in mid 80. 2 years ago i found it here on YT when i heard it first time after nearly 40 years i was so happy and every time i hear it i feel the same Happiness/have the same feelings like back then when i was 19/20. Stay healthy, happy and inside young folks.
@@ronalddsants4216 Thank You. It's a beautiful song. It breaks my heart when I hear it. But in a way. Love holds all this gs together. Bless all. 💖❤️🙏🙏💖❤️❤️
My wife was shocked - I was devastated to hear, she was diagnosed with endometrial uterine cancer stage 3. I had lost my mom just 2 months after she was diagnosed with small cell carcinoma in February 2010. My mom died that April . In fact, Easter night 2010 💔💔💔 My wife survived. 💖🙏🙏🙏 I’m a saved man who was once a radical libral. My mom’s death on Easter never impacted my deep love for Jesus Christ. This song, “When You’re Only Lonely” is my dedication song of her facing cancer. It’s a battle only a diagnosed person comprehends They can feel so alone. Fear and sorrow can draw us so close to God; naked of pride. sincere in love. 🙏💖
I just found out that JD passed away. I'm so sad. He had such a beautiful voice. This song is important to me. I was extremely depressed & lonely in my 20s. Many, many times I considered suicide. Then this song came out & I listened to it endlessly. I don't think it's an exaggeration that he saved my life with this song. Thank you JD.
He was a special cat......He could have sold this song to Linda Ronstadt and made plenty of money from it. He wrote this years before and it was his and it was perfect. God Bless him, his music and his legacy.
Souther dated Ronstadt in the 1970s and co-produced her "Don't Cry Now" album. He also wrote songs for several of her multi-platinum albums, including "Faithless Love" from Heart Like a Wheel and "White Rhythm and Blues" on Living in the USA. He recorded other duets with Ronstadt, including "Prisoner in Disguise", "Sometimes You Can't Win", and "Hearts Against the Wind", which was featured in the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy".
You are right. There are no real writers now. This song is about so much: loneliness, tenderness, the stuff we sometimes do to assuage loneliness. We are talking real, human, sometimes difficult human emotion. Now we do crap (sorry rap)
Building somewhat upon the previous comment, I'm 81 now, and I agree with the comment. I recalled the song alright but couldn't have named the year of popularity, it truly was the age of truly great music! My memory is now fading some and I couldn't have told you the year it was released! Like the others below, I miss those times but being a born-again Christian, I'm looking forward to much better times in my future! God Bless y'all! d.o'd.
JD Southern is way more important to the power of 70's, or Classic Rock, than most people realize. Great writer, and obviously, he sang well enough to touch yer heart!
He lived in the same apartment building as the Eagles before they made it big. Ho co wrote several of their sons and later produced some of their albums.
I only recently found this song, and it has been on repeat for about the last week or so. One of my new favorites. I am a big Eagles fan but only just recently dove into JD Souther's songwriting, which is absolutely phenomenal. I was listening to his music today and thinking about how I could manage to get a ticket to one of his concerts near me in November when I read that he had passed away earlier today. RIP JD and may your songs live on forever!
So sad to hear of J.D. Southers passing. This man was a giant in the music industry .He is respected by all who were in the business. His music takes me to the best years of my life. Thank you J.D. for giving me something to hold on to in my youth.
🙏🕯Great 🎵 Song 😢 ,my ex husband died 4 9 2024,our son called me a few hrs. Before he was to take, machine off 😢 cancer 💔💔He said maybe someday ,we will be old and sitting ,together and talk about our Great Times. He played this song 🎵 we dance 💃 😢he said don't forget, oh my ❤❤breaks. I know some day we will dance again. God Bless All!!💔🙏🙏🙏🕯🕯🕯 SOMETIMES I FEEL HIM SO CLOSE ,WITH THIS SONG I 🥰😇😇🥰
How can I order a CD with only the lonely on it??????? Please. I have looked for this song for almost 40 years.... Please somebody help me. I will. Keep trying...
What some folks do not realise is that the songs and lyrics of JD Souther will be still around in 500 to 1,000 years and more🎉🎉🎉 RIP JD thanks for the music👍👍👍
I don't know either how people can not love this song... It really is one of the most beautiful songs on YT.... The lyrics to this song makes me cry... Not thumb this song down... I am wondering what kind of songs are they into...I just can't imagine...
They don't like music, Cynthia: they prefer chanting, mantra, songs for stupid people; -OR- they've never lost a love, never longed for long, never been sentimental or empathic. Like you, I can't imagine being that lost.
You now that you are right Cynthia I just had time to read all of the posts to this song I am really lonely now that my wife of 31 years is gone. I do have three wonderful a great kids and three grandchildren My wife died on Mothers day 2017 and My Father two days after. talking about Lonely the people in this world now I can't really understand really selfish I'm glad but I saw your post thank you God bless you
Charles I am very sorry for your losses. I lost my eldest sister and much-loved aunt within days of one another and mum 10 months later and that was bad enough. To lose your beloved wife of 31 years and then your father 2 days later is grief piled upon grief so I can understand your loneliness. Modern society is weird. We seem to be too busy staring at phones to reach out to one another but I am sure there are people out there who really wish you well.
@@charliemanning4296 Yes he did!!! He turned me onto all kinds of older music from classic rock to Bluegrass to motown. He also taught me to always be open to new music and to never be ashamed of the music I like. Probably the only good thing he ever did for me.
This song caught my attention as a kid and it really struck a chord with me as I got older. Now, it's a masterpiece of songwriting and sound I'll continue to cherish. Rest In Peace J.D. Souther, may your memory and your music be a blessing to all 🙏
I don’t know how anyone can give a thumbs down to this song either, it’s such a beautiful song both lyrics and melody and JD Souther has the perfect voice for this song. I love it.
JD wrote and cowrote songs for the Eagles, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt. Best of my Love, Heartache tonight, New Kid in Town for the Eagles just to name a few.
@@barrymarks959 for years i could never make out what he was saying in between "on the nights that try you" and "i was there when you were queen", then eventually after seeing the lyrics i learned that he was saying "remember". Of course it still doesnt sound like hes saying "remember", but i digress. Of course im the guy who thought a line in the song by Manfred Manns Earth Bands Blinded By the Light sounded like "wrapped up like a douche and rolled over in the night". 😎 ill show myself out.
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Best music ever. I remember the early years of the Eagles, I would hunt through the records looking for songs with J.D. Souther songwriting credits. Had no idea who he was or where he came from, and could never work out why he wasn't in the band. RIP J.D. Souther, legend.
I love singer/song writers. hands down. Maybe I'm a snob but I look right way at who the writers are. Dylan, Bowie So many ppl did their music.... Croce, N Diamond, J Brown, James Taylor, Carol King wrote songs the Everly Bros sang! God this cheesy "country music. I miss Johnny Cash. Waylon, Kris and Willie have written for everybody.
Listening once again on a Rainy Friday night April 19, 2024,,, I think some of the members of the Eagles are singing harmony on this-- awesome, he wrote a lot of songs for them!--sing on JD, still lovin’ it!❤️🌹
I was in high school and was too ashamed to let anybody know that I love this song. It simply wasn't what kids were into in those days. But I really loved that song! Such memories.
I love your name also. The Beverly Hillbillies is one of the greatest shows of all time. I love this song as well. I didn't tell the other guys that I loved it either. I always listened to soft rock along with the heavy rock.
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Hearing J.D. Souther has just passed away at 78. R.I.P., thanks for the music and memories.
Same here , This song sounds like it could have been an Eagles song.
I just read it on a post by Lee Sklar. Condolences to loved ones and those of us he consoled with his healing songs. ❤
I’m saddened by the lack of press surrounding JD Souther’s death. All I saw was a mention of his death on the ticker this morning on “World News Now.” Mr. Souther wrote so many classic songs and he was inducted into the National Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2013. Without him, we wouldn’t have had “New Kid in Town” or “Heartache Tonight” by The Eagles. Linda Ronstadt learned to sing “Blue Bayou” from JD Souther in 1976, which she recorded and took to #3 in 1977. He and Linda were close friends and collaborators. He was also close to Jackson Browne, who sang backup on “You’re Only Lonely.”
Was ready to buy a ticket today for the Phoenix show. Sad
Saw him the last time here
@@joshuabellamyfl8 Being a JD fan is kinda' like being in a semi-secret club. Variety does have a nice story/obit that NBC picked up.
Who’s listening in 2025? I’m 70 years old and still love this song. RIP JD.
63 here and come back to it regularly.
22. Still listening everyday❤❤❤
I was lucky to grow up in the era where JD Souther, Jackson Browne, Linda Rondstadt, The Eagles, Pure Prairie League, and so many other great songwriters and performers were at the top of the charts.
Me, I've always loved this song 💗
@@jeffmathes8144 Me, too! But in the Caribbean.... 🌴 🥥
One of the most underrated singer/ songwriters, beautiful song!
So agree! He was wonderful and dreamy!
Yo.me dormía.oyendo estás .usicas cuando niña, se me.vibo.undia a la cabeza y en ese tiempo solo tenía un año
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Co.wrote early eagles stuff,and was in a band with glen Frey ..longbranch pennywhistle in 69-70..
He was in the movie " My Girl 2 "!
We lost him today. Loved this song. So simple, so pure. Thank you, JD!
This has to be best song yet ❤
Simple and pure is a great description. JD was an under the radar singer/songwriter to much. of the fanverse but well known and revered by music insiders. The song is a great legacy.
I have this on a 45 record
Love, love, love this song. I was 13 when it came out. Still play it often! Rip JD
@@lauragish2873 : For God's sake, don't scratch it!
Here's to all of us homesick for a place that no longer exists 😢
Good Song...
True😢😢
That is for sure. This new music is crap
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Heart wrenching isn't it. If we only knew how good it was.
I am 76 and miss the music of the old days. God bless all..
The garbage they listen to today is pure evil. When is rapping and singing about how to f and rape people is despicable. They sing from the darkness there is No love. Look at award shows they blatantly show who they worship. Certainly is not God or Jesus.
i like the old days better than the crap i am seeing now
dont we all from those days.
Please let god not bless me. I have seen what his 'love' does to the world.
57 year old here!
Yep - missing my youth.
Keep on living. It gets better eventually.
58 last Saturday, and yes... Missing my youth too
70 yr here me to
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58 here. Loving this from the past!
Why can't they make music like this anymore? So grateful for the classics that defined a generation. I'm proud to have been a part of it.
Every generation has it's soundtrack.
People still make music like this. It's just not mainstream and doesn't get played on CHR. If you have a triple-A station in your area they might play some new music of this style. KXT in Dallas plays stuff like this by classic and new artists. They're a public radio station. No commercials. Listener supported.
@@davidkenner-rb8go : I listen to the music I like through Pandora. It's not very expensive and they will send music your way that is along the same thread as what you chose, so you can build your personalized Music "Albums" over time. I first ran across JD Souther's music (again) only a number of months ago, when I had chosen to build a Linda Ronstadt Album. Then I created an Album just for JD. Been listening to it for months now and sharing his words of wisdom with friends. Happy Tears tonight for him tonight. I had planned on seeing him play in Dallas in another month or so.
You might enjoy the Cactus Blossoms (a brother duo from MN) who tour quite often - lovely harmonies, ballads, quality music.
@@barbarateigen7670 Thank you for suggesting them. I listened to them and I'm a new fan! I go through music stages sometimes and right now I'm into the classics (rock) 70s and 80s. Thanks again for the suggestion! 🙂
My husband still sings this song to me after 55 years of marriage in our life we are s love story for the ages people gave us one year to stay together because we were from different sides of the tracks
AMEN PLEASE KEEP ROCKING
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Wow! Congratulations to 55 years and many more! ❤️
Same here Barbara and we're just starting on our second 49 yrs
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I am a seventy-five-year-old senior citizen and I'm sitting here reading these comments and tears love you all
47, love this song, right here with you❤
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I'm 72 and right there with you.
I’m 72 and yes the tears come naturally 😮😢
God bless you love
I am 73 and I remember it well with so many more. The good days are gone..
So long as you remember them well, the good days are NEVER gone
@@SteveDenham-hw3pjWell said❤️❤️🙂
rip one of the most vastly underrated songwriters of the 1970s...
He really was! So many great songs. Love him. Rip JD. 🙏
He wrote/ co wrote several songs for the Eagles. He was a masterful songwriter. Very talented, GOD rest his soul.
@@timothysexton3657 You're right. Souther wrote for & co-wrote songs with the Eagles, including "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", "New Kid in Town", "How Long", "Best of My Love", "James Dean", "New Kid In Town", "Doolin-Dalton" among others. He helped the Eagles form as a backup band for Linda Ronstadt before they split off as their own group. They even asked Souther to join their group (Could you imagine?), but he declined, saying that the Eagles "already had all the talent they needed". Souther was one of the most low profile, highly talented performing artists in rock, having played with many of the finest, most famous musicians known.
Its a bummer getting old, let's pray there's a jukebox in heaven
🎉 I'm Sure We Will Meet, Many Singers 🫠 Also Our loved Ones ❤
LOL whos got a quarter lol
Stay young and live free my friend
It’s not just jukebox, will see them all and jamming with these great musicians. JD still with us❤️
are you AI?
Listening in March 2024. 67 yrs old. Memories of dancing to this song making me smile
I wish dance clubs still played great music such as this song and many other great songs it give me more reason to get out today music just doesn’t cut it it doesn’t make sense to me
Amen keep rocking
Just turned 74 on my own but far from lonely..................got great music like this track, I so love good music Eagles CSN&Y Linda Ronstadt Bob Seager, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac the list is endless .....................hope I get few more years to enjoy it even more, health and happiness to all.
Love all these classic bands and singers, Fleetwood Mac being my favorite. I would add Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart. Enjoy listening
RIP JD Souther. Fantastic singer and songwriter.
Listening in January 2024... I'm 64 years old and this song brings back so many memories of the past and also the present. I was fortunate to grow up in an era of some of the GREATEST MUSIC EVER ❤❤❤
I am 65, on the same page and agree completely
67 here ❤
64 here too, until 4/20 lol
70 yrs old so glad grew up in this era loved the music, the clothes fashion everything about it, when l hear this l'm on the floor dancing , can't compare to today's music.
Same here 63 years old, heard this song when I was 17 years old then.
72 yrs and missing my youth and all that wonderful music ❤
Nothing to miss ! You can get those songs and different versions and styles on the net we couldn’t get back then ! 69 here and there is nore availible now ! Hate that radio now uses analytics and plays the same 100-150 songs over and over and over !!! From 65 to 75 there is a wealth of music , rock, country rock, blue grass , soul ,and blues that rarely gets played and current generations are not aware of ! We were extremely lucky to be the generation with the best and most varied music styles there was ! I am thankful to have been there ,heard that, and actually saw that live ! As I tell my son “ I’ve got that album “ ! Or had that tape ( 8/trac or cassette) ! To be at a concert with 5-6 thousand others passing the joint with total strangers,all there for one reason ! To rock the house ! 😊
There's a lot to miss, our youth and more innocent times back then
@gotangirl completely understand. And those who weren’t there never will ❤ Good old days for sure. And I have always loved this song
My grandma said this was the most beautiful love song she ever heard; she was 83 then I was 16. I’m 58 and now understand why she felt that way.
cool lady
You just made me cry.
Yep, amazing how things become clear as we get older
@lisafarris4332 your grandmother knew. IYKYK. I'm 57 and my children love the Eagles, Elvis, and all the other greats from the past. My mother passed it down to me. I'm a grandparent now. I hope to pass it down to my grandchildren. The music today doesn't hold a candle to our generation's. J.D. was always one of my favorites. I hope his legacy will continue.
Just found out the news... RIP J.D. your music will live on forever 🙏
This song is bone-achingly beautiful...it makes me think of my dad...I had 51 years with him; he died from cancer in Feb 2023 at 78...I miss him so...
My pops had triple bypass a while ago, he's my hero, I kill myself daily to impress him. He doesn't get it. Gotta do my best to impress the best. So sorry for your loss
‘Bone- achingly beautiful’ that is the most poignant description of a song I’ve ever heard and I agree 💯
I'm 52 and my dad turns 79 in October. We almost lost him a couple of times. Thinking of you with love. ❤️
My condolences
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He is right up there with Roy Orbison. And he could WRITE! J.D. is 78 today. God bless him!
Belated happy birthday to my birthday mate, J.D Souther!!!
J.D. is a Master Musician, great talent
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It certainly seems that Roy Orbison was one of his vocal influences.
@@direfranchement Yup, and they did work together. In 1987 Souther contributed to, performed on, and arranged the vocals for the "Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night" concert and video.
I bought this 45 in 1979. It’s 2024 and I am still listening to this song.
same here
Me too. A sad but romantic song...RIP JD...🙏💌
Rest in peace, JD Souther. Thanks for all the wonderful songs.
one of the greatest lonely songs ever. Brings back a lot of memories.
Because I think my lord Jesus
My lord Jesus do that not things more 🙏
72 and still going. I love this song. My husband of 43 yrs died a couple of years ago. I tend to live in the past. it's better there😊
i am 61 and yes this song so magical.. imagine having that time machine to go back and just re live those wonderful years and just stay,,, sorry for your loss
Agree the past is better
Me, too. I'm 64 and the past was much better than today.😢❤
I'm sorry for your loss. Enjoying the best parts of your lives together is a sensible way to cope and heal.
I'm sorry 😞
I'm 70,still listening to real music from talented people.
I'll be 69 Oct 1st and doing the same. Sad that so many of the people who have introduced me to so such wonderful music have passed away over the last few years...
Goodbye and Godspeed, Mr. Souther. Rest in peace.❤
RIP JD. This loving homage to the sound of the late, great Roy Orbison was a highlight of the music from my senior year in high school. Thanks for this and all the great tunes.
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That's so interesting... before I even read your comment, I was thinking "Yeah, he climbed to Roy Orbison territory on this one!" While J.D.'s writing talents were well known, I feel his voice was VASTLY underappreciated. Thanks for sharing.❤
@@loradunn2993 If I understand correctly, Orbison was something of an idol to JD -- so it makes sense he would do a song in tribute.
His voice is smooth, and so sexy. I'm so lucky to have grown up from the 60's and 70's & 80's I got to listen to the best
I'm 72 and my late husband could dance all night to this song ❤️ you Wayne.
I saw him at the Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Nobody really seemed to know who he was, I looked around at all the people sitting with me and I said, you have no idea what kind of a night we're in for! I was lucky enough to have a few minutes with him, got my copy of Black Rose autographed 😁 He was so kind, and so humble, he seemed surprised that I wanted his autograph! And really stunned when I asked if it would be too much to have a selfie with him! He was like, you want a picture with me? I started reeling off every song I knew that he had written for himself and others so he would know I was a true fan! What a night to remember! Thank you, JD!💖
I am so glad you had the opprtunity to meet him, as TRUE fan.Yyou were very fortunate. It is a shame but he did live a musical life of general obscurity from the masses.
So envious! I used to go to The Ark for many years but not since the pandemic but never knew he played there. Darn!
Beautiful!
Lucky you! ☺️ 🎶❤
You're so lucky. Love this song....and yes, I'm lonely
So sorry to hear J. D. passed away. This was my favorite song. He was a great singer and songwriter and I listen to him all the time. Praying for his family during this difficult time. Thanks to J. D. for all the great music.
One of my all time favorite songs as well.
I'm 65 and in tears to hear of his passing. Truly a beautiful song and golden voice. A fantastic human being too ❤❤❤
This is a song that when it comes on the radio I can't help but crank it up and sing along. Absolutely beautiful! RIP JD. You've left a great legacy of songs.
Rest in peace, John David. I know the Laurel Canyon gang will really miss you, especially Linda. Your music lives on.
I worry for her over this...they were so entwined their whole adult lives.
@loradunn2993 Yes, me too, and her SNP has progressed to a debilitating level. I love her and all that she has been.
Funny thing... I just saw the movie Purgatory yesterday and didn't realize until it started that JD was in it.
I'm listening in June 2024. I'm a 23 year old living in the body of a 68 year old!
I suggest - keep smiling, keep going, keep defiant - and keep listening to quality music like this song!
Exactly
Kev, keep living like you're living - life is much better that way!
Well said.
The world is a little lonelier today… RIP
Wow 😢❤
lot of you children do NOT understand if not for JD SOUTHER AND JACKSON BROWNE THE EAGLES WOULD NOT BEEN ABLE TO FLY SO HIGH.
I'm so glad that he kept this one for himself.
and Linda Rondstant
@gregorythompson1009 • Thank you Gregory , for ur comment..I was actually looking for the " right one " to reply to , after hearing the dreadful news this morning. And while they all played a vital and important part , none more so , than J.D. did himself. At one point when they all converge in Cali , they do so , coming from all over the U.S. . Jackson Browne , being the lone true Southern Californian among the group. But while they were trying out for a house gig , J.D. reluctantly tried out for the band...and while the band as a whole sounded good , it was plain to everyone ( himself included ) , that he wasn't needed. They were all gonna write together anyway, so it was still a " win - win " for everyone concerned. But I tell you now , you will never find a more clearer, distinct, pure and richer voice that any singer ever had, than J.D. Souther...just by listening to this song , you can clearly tell in not only the lyrics, but in the style, pitch of his voice, and overall sound , of just how much influence he has had and still continues to have, on the Eagles..I've ALWAYS loved his high rich voice..some of the best vibrato to me, I've ever heard..I also remember very well when this song first hit the airwaves.. my wife and I , had just welcomed our first son into this world , making us proud parents for the first time... part of the better days AND YESTERYEARS, gone by.. so sadly 😥 missed , I might add.......remember everyone, these comments and opinions are solely mine and mine alone. They are made IMHO...many blessings to you 🙏 all..stay safe 🙏 and tc everyone...hagd 😊😊
J. D. Is probably the most underrated song writer of all time. He even wrote New Kid in Town. Sung by The Eagles
It was not wholey written by him...... It's was a collaboration between Don, Frey and him.....
Genius! This song though, gives me goose bumps.
I'm 72 , I never forget classics, you know Mozart would have loved this he loved sweet songs and emotional music , he never heard any of the classics the 20th century gave us, he would love it, and hell didn't we get spoiled !
Don and Glenn did collaborate on the writing of "New Kid in Town" But I think that song screams J D Souther and is my number 1 favorite song by the Eagles.
One of the few times I agree with the term underrated. You are absolutely correct what an exceptional artist JD is!
It's a good song definitely ripped off Orbison
It's December 16, 2020 - I standing in the shower and this great song comes into my old mind....I think I'm still OK at 74. Thank J. D Souther.
Me too Tom. I'm 66 and still listening to our great music.
Tom. 60 and right with you guys!
Tom, my brother Bob told me age is just a number and the speed limits are just suggestions.
He introduced me to good music when I was 6 and he was 15. He would have turned 77 this coming March.
Rock on!
Was 19 1/2 when i recorded this song Dec.79 on a big Ghettoblaster in an intercitytrain near Hamburg on route back home, few hours earlier i had completed my military base training (Green Navy/marinestyle), after i heard it it was my favorite song, sadly i lent the tape months later to a comrade and never get it back, heard it only once since then in mid 80.
2 years ago i found it here on YT when i heard it first time after nearly 40 years i was so happy and every time i hear it i feel the same Happiness/have the same feelings like back then when i was 19/20.
Stay healthy, happy and inside young folks.
Grew up in Africa and my late dad played this in the early nineties. I am now 39 and this brings me great memories.
RIP brother. Your music has always been a big help.
My husband and I danced a lot to this song. Beautifully written. Now he's gone , but he comes back to me in this song.
Sorry for your Loss!
As long as you keep your love ones in your heart, they will be always and forever with you!! Such a beautiful song to remembering. God bless.
beautifull
@@ronalddsants4216 Thank You. It's a beautiful song. It breaks my heart when I hear it. But in a way. Love holds all this gs together. Bless all. 💖❤️🙏🙏💖❤️❤️
The dance sounds like a dream but beautiful
I’m 70 and love the old songs. Brings back good memories. I listen to these songs every day
God Bless all you guys that are listening to this song and all the good memories that we all had. I miss this time long ago.
My wife was shocked - I was devastated to hear, she was diagnosed with endometrial uterine cancer stage 3. I had lost my mom just 2 months after she was diagnosed with small cell carcinoma in February 2010. My mom died that April . In fact, Easter night 2010 💔💔💔
My wife survived. 💖🙏🙏🙏
I’m a saved man who was once a radical libral. My mom’s death on Easter never impacted my deep love for Jesus Christ.
This song, “When You’re Only Lonely” is my dedication song of her facing cancer. It’s a battle only a diagnosed person comprehends They can feel so alone. Fear and sorrow can draw us so close to God; naked of pride. sincere in love. 🙏💖
This song sounded great 40 years ago and still sounds great today. Thank you JD.
Indeed! Well put!
43 RELEASED IN MAY OF 1979
Friend of Don Henley,Does it show
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@@larryb.7340 Yep!
Timeless.
One of the most overlooked vocal talents ever! What a voice.... thank you sir! God bless!
So true. But many dead are underrated because they didn't play the game
He did plenty of back-up for quite a few big-name singers - Eagles, Ronstadt, western stars - and wrote/collaborated on quite a few hits for others.
Voice similar to the great Roy Orbison. Impressive for certain.
He actually turned down the chance to join the eagles with randy miessner & said he wanted to create his own journey ....legend
He was called the Unknown Eagle.@@crosslink1493
Nearly 68 years old and this song just never gets old. A timeless classic with a great piano in there.
I know that piano, gives me chills!
@@donnamccann7936 me too, everytime I hear it. Stay safe stay healthy!
@@speedrazer2000 I just enjoy listening to great music, just like you.
Can u recommend any other songs like this?? Thanks , hugs
Any music by the Four Tops is good music. I pretty much like all music that came out of Hitsville USA
Linda Lee is still listening
So beautiful ♥️💙♥️🕊️🕊️🕊️
Godbless❤❤😢
What a superb bunch of backing vocalists. Phil Everly, Jackson Browne, Glenn Frey, Don Felder and Don Henley.
Wow great back up
Whoa❤
I'm glad JD got the eagles to do the backup vocals for this song. It's usually him giving them something. At least this time it was a two way street.
His voice is hauntingly beautiful .
Timeless.
Like Zamfir's plan flute playing ...
You're r so right. JD Souther's voice goes to the soul like no other
Absolutely
@@lisaharrison1509like roy orbison
This is one of my all-time favorites. Mr. Souther's vocals, the backup singers, the piano & instruments, everything is perfect.
Nice to meet you Suzanne The melancholy piano makes me cry🎹💦Greetings from Tokyo
Agreed!
❤Agreed!
yes true
Every single dam thing about this song ES PERFECTO!!!!
My husband is dying of kidney failure
This song came on today
He’s my best friend
Always
I miss our old life
I’m gonna be so lost
Prayers. May the Lord give both of you peace.
I am so sorry, prayers.
Just be with him. Please keep rocking
Prayers
JUST FOUND OUT THE NEWS, R.I.P. JD. SOUTHER, I LOVE ALL YOUR MUSIC, AT 65 I STILL LISTEN TO ALL THE OLDIES, JD. YOUR MUSIC LIVES ON, 🎶 🎵 👌 ❤❤❤
Nobody writes a better heartbreak song than JD Souther. And his voice is beautiful.
@Philip Scott I’ll
Close to Roy Orbison?🎶🎶🎧🎧🇺🇸💯💯🌞🌞
@philipscott5841 hello we were talking and I lost you. So glad I found you here
I always felt that it was a love song.
JD is a great song writer also!! I’m 75 and I love this song as much as when I first heard it!!
I'm 62. About 40 years ago, my girlfriend and I went to his concert in Tokyo. Now she is my wife. Full of memories!
I just found out that JD passed away. I'm so sad. He had such a beautiful voice. This song is important to me. I was extremely depressed & lonely in my 20s. Many, many times I considered suicide. Then this song came out & I listened to it endlessly. I don't think it's an exaggeration that he saved my life with this song. Thank you JD.
Had to come and listen to this again after hearing the sad news. Such a beautiful song.
Me too
I love this song it brings back so many good memories for a guy that's 75.
I"M the same age ....Fella and memories are all we got STAY Well
R.I.P. JD Souther. One of my favorite songs. Extraordinary talent.
He was a special cat......He could have sold this song to Linda Ronstadt and made plenty of money from it. He wrote this years before and it was his and it was perfect. God Bless him, his music and his legacy.
I can't get that one out of my head because it's true
Souther dated Ronstadt in the 1970s and co-produced her "Don't Cry Now" album. He also wrote songs for several of her multi-platinum albums, including "Faithless Love" from Heart Like a Wheel and "White Rhythm and Blues" on Living in the USA. He recorded other duets with Ronstadt, including "Prisoner in Disguise", "Sometimes You Can't Win", and "Hearts Against the Wind", which was featured in the 1980 film "Urban Cowboy".
the young men then heard their own hearts...i am 83 and these songs still move my heart heavily! they heard God.....
We will never have music like this ever again...
You got that right.
Fact#
You are right. There are no real writers now. This song is about so much: loneliness, tenderness, the stuff we sometimes do to assuage loneliness. We are talking real, human, sometimes difficult human emotion. Now we do crap (sorry rap)
You are so right, nice and mellow.
Sadly true
Building somewhat upon the previous comment, I'm 81 now, and I agree with the comment. I recalled the song alright but couldn't have named the year of popularity, it truly was the age of truly great music! My memory is now fading some and I couldn't have told you the year it was released! Like the others below, I miss those times but being a born-again Christian, I'm looking forward to much better times in my future!
God Bless y'all!
d.o'd.
Mine too!
❤God Bless You, This Song 🎵 We Can Feel It In Our Hearts 💕 Take Care
Beautifully said❤
Amen! Better times are coming! The Lord is coming back!
The word of this song🎵... Jesus singing to us ✝️
RIP J.D. I listened to this track all the time while I was going through a difficult divorce.
One of the mist beautiful sings ever written..
JD's voice fits perfectly..
A great song!
Yeah.. he wrote it of course so the sentiment would automatically be perfect when he sang it.
I'm with you
@@shanecolliou7048 jlkjlljkjjk I'll
Listening to this takes me back to the good ole days of my life and music 🎶 was so great,still love it at 72
JD👍👍
I am 74 years old I miss the old days…
JD Southern is way more important to the power of 70's, or Classic Rock, than most people realize. Great writer, and obviously, he sang well enough to touch yer heart!
He's one of those guys who wrote more songs than people realize, because everybody covered them.
@@catbird-dq7ri what all songs did he write besides this one
He lived in the same apartment building as the Eagles before they made it big.
Ho co wrote several of their sons and later produced some of their albums.
Very true he sang that song from the heart ❤️
@@Terrysoddy he wrote Heartache Tonight, New Kid in Town, Best of My Love for the Eagles and Heart of the Matter for Don Henley.
73 years old listening to J D Souther Nov 2024. Wife and i love this song! Will miss you
I only recently found this song, and it has been on repeat for about the last week or so. One of my new favorites. I am a big Eagles fan but only just recently dove into JD Souther's songwriting, which is absolutely phenomenal. I was listening to his music today and thinking about how I could manage to get a ticket to one of his concerts near me in November when I read that he had passed away earlier today. RIP JD and may your songs live on forever!
So sad to hear of J.D. Southers passing. This man was a giant in the music industry .He is respected by all who were in the business. His music takes me to the best years of my life. Thank you J.D. for giving me something to hold on to in my youth.
Yesterday, I heard this and put down my paintbrush...I sang this to the world...as loud as I could. Thanks, JD!
God bless you, Julie! 😃
Go girl!!!
I'm so glad you liked it it's my whole reason beautiful music I love you too thanks a lot listening
Thank you he's days I could sure use all the blessing I can get I really do appreciate it I really do thanks
@@victorknight7608 thanks a lot but it's go guy I'm a guy
Along with Don McLean, Art Garfunkel, Christopher Cross and perhaps a small handful of others, one of the prettiest male voices ever...
Lyrics and vocals....pure gold and you can hear the passion in JDs singing,
One of the most soulful songs ever recorded.
Great song! GREAT MEMORIES of time gone by! Thanks and RIP!
🙏🕯Great 🎵 Song 😢 ,my ex husband died 4 9 2024,our son called me a few hrs. Before he was to take, machine off 😢 cancer 💔💔He said maybe someday ,we will be old and sitting ,together and talk about our Great Times. He played this song 🎵 we dance 💃 😢he said don't forget, oh my ❤❤breaks. I know some day we will dance again. God Bless All!!💔🙏🙏🙏🕯🕯🕯 SOMETIMES I FEEL HIM SO CLOSE ,WITH THIS SONG I 🥰😇😇🥰
So much beautiful music from such a beautiful person .... I've admired him my entire life ... RIP JD
Rest in Peace, J. D. Souther. Loved your music for decades. Now you and Glenn Frey are back together. Heaven is rocking tonight!
RIP. We lost another great singer/songwriter. 😢😢😢
Hearing J.D. Souther has just passed away at 78. R.I.P., thanks for the music and memories. -ditto :(
Here,in my opinion,is an underrated singer-songwriter-This is a fabulous song!
How can I order a CD with only the lonely on it??????? Please. I have looked for this song for almost 40 years.... Please somebody help me. I will. Keep trying...
Underated? He wrote most of the Eagles songs.
BAMMMM!!! ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
Yes yes yes..... wrote songs for the Eagles and lot. I love this song.... The 80s brought out some badass stuff. !😎👍
Damn right He rote or co-wrote a lot of the eagles hits and taught glenn fry how to sing
August 2024, just rediscovered this great song and I am mourning my wife’s passing last Sunday 💔💔💔
God bless you. Hang on to all the good memories.
@@1kenwimer sorry for your lost brother hang in there it’s never any good time to lose a loved one 🙏🙏
sorry to hear that my condolences
2 septiembre desde Peru beautiful song
❤❤❤
R.I.P JD Souther , I was never alone, because of this song. Thank you for that ❤️
What some folks do not realise is that the songs and lyrics of JD Souther will be still around in 500 to 1,000 years and more🎉🎉🎉
RIP JD thanks for the music👍👍👍
Three minutes and fifty seconds of absolute bliss! Vocals, backing vocals, and the band all nailed it. OMG, I miss this kind of music.
Not gone from our memory.....
Eagle
Me, too!!!
Love this song
The back singers were the Eagles and Jackson Brown
I don't know either how people can not love this song... It really is one of the most beautiful songs on YT.... The lyrics to this song makes me cry... Not thumb this song down...
I am wondering what kind of songs are they into...I just can't imagine...
They don't like music, Cynthia: they prefer chanting, mantra, songs for stupid people; -OR- they've never lost a love, never longed for long, never been sentimental or empathic. Like you, I can't imagine being that lost.
You now that you are right Cynthia I just had time to read all of the posts to this song I am really lonely now that my wife of 31 years is gone. I do have three wonderful a great kids and three grandchildren My wife died on Mothers day 2017 and My Father two days after. talking about Lonely the people in this world now I can't really understand really selfish I'm glad but I saw your post thank you God bless you
Charles I am very sorry for your losses. I lost my eldest sister and much-loved aunt within days of one another and mum 10 months later and that was bad enough. To lose your beloved wife of 31 years and then your father 2 days later is grief piled upon grief so I can understand your loneliness. Modern society is weird. We seem to be too busy staring at phones to reach out to one another but I am sure there are people out there who really wish you well.
God bless you Charles. I hope the love that you shared with your wife and father will pull you through the toughest times.
Love this song too, I added it to my playlist Romantic :-)
Memories rolling down my cheeks………… I’m 75 and that is very appropriate. Words can
really stir your soul.
1979 crossover hit on numerous genres of charts...which is atypical today!
My Dad turned me onto this song when I was a kid. Still listening in 2022 at 43. It never gets old. Sooooo beautiful!!! ❤
I agree Jennifer this is a timeless song performed by JD's angel voice.....soooo beautiful!!!
i came across this song a few months back and realised i knew i from 30+ years ago as a kid. what a voice!. Thanks JD. it's now in my favorites
I can say this to you he knew music.
@@charliemanning4296 Yes he did!!! He turned me onto all kinds of older music from classic rock to Bluegrass to motown. He also taught me to always be open to new music and to never be ashamed of the music I like. Probably the only good thing he ever did for me.
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This song caught my attention as a kid and it really struck a chord with me as I got older. Now, it's a masterpiece of songwriting and sound I'll continue to cherish. Rest In Peace J.D. Souther, may your memory and your music be a blessing to all 🙏
My god I love this song. It hurts my heart to know those days are gone.
🦋 I am class of 75. JD was our music, in our generation. And so very talented and loved by all, even today! What a legacy! 😎
Absolutely
I don’t know how anyone can give a thumbs down to this song either, it’s such a beautiful song both lyrics and melody and JD Souther has the perfect voice for this song. I love it.
JD wrote and cowrote songs for the Eagles, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt. Best of my Love, Heartache tonight, New Kid in Town for the Eagles just to name a few.
sounds just a bit like "You're OLD AND Lonely"----Both FIT ME !!
@@barrymarks959 Thanks for the laugh tonight. Can’t laugh enough anymore.
@@barrymarks959 for years i could never make out what he was saying in between "on the nights that try you" and "i was there when you were queen", then eventually after seeing the lyrics i learned that he was saying "remember". Of course it still doesnt sound like hes saying "remember", but i digress.
Of course im the guy who thought a line in the song by Manfred Manns Earth Bands Blinded By the Light sounded like "wrapped up like a douche and rolled over in the night".
😎 ill show myself out.
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Best music ever. I remember the early years of the Eagles, I would hunt through the records looking for songs with J.D. Souther songwriting credits. Had no idea who he was or where he came from, and could never work out why he wasn't in the band. RIP J.D. Souther, legend.
What a voice. Thank goodness for what you left behind. Godspeed.
RIP JD Southers, one of the greatest song writers of out time. This man wrote half of the Eagles" hits.
you're right. New Kid in Town..... Wow
I love singer/song writers. hands down. Maybe I'm a snob but I look right way at who the writers are. Dylan, Bowie So many ppl did their music.... Croce, N Diamond, J Brown, James Taylor, Carol King wrote songs the Everly Bros sang! God this cheesy "country music. I miss Johnny Cash. Waylon, Kris and Willie have written for everybody.
But Faithless Love
I consider this song as one of the greatest love songs ever written
FROM May of 1979
I agree. It's absolutely beautiful ❤️
Listening once again on a Rainy Friday night April 19, 2024,,, I think some of the members of the Eagles are singing harmony on this-- awesome, he wrote a lot of songs for them!--sing on JD, still lovin’ it!❤️🌹
Yes
Five members of the Eafles are singing and playing back ground on this record
Love JD so much.. Souther, Hillman, Furay. Great group. JD Co wrote so.any songs
A warm soft evening with the faint golden glow of sunset fading. I am taken back to better times.
Thanks for the memories.
just wonderful one of the song more pretty
I was in high school and was too ashamed to let anybody know that I love this song. It simply wasn't what kids were into in those days. But I really loved that song! Such memories.
I love your name !!!! I believe you and I have something in common,,The Beverly Hillbillies. 😉
I love your name also. The Beverly Hillbillies is one of the greatest shows of all time. I love this song as well. I didn't tell the other guys that I loved it either. I always listened to soft rock along with the heavy rock.
I am a lifelong lover of music and I always loved songs even as a kid.
@@patmelton43Same here
Here in Sept. 2024 to pay my last respects. RIP, sir, and thank you for the beautiful music!