This song will always remind me of the bittersweet, turning corners, and moving on. I listened to it a lot around the time that my relationship with my first love, (an 11 year relationship) was fizzling out and coming to an end. I loved her desperately, and yet i knew we were sliding further and further away from eachother. When she broke the news to me that she wanted to move on, I didn't want to let go, as I had told her I never would. What goes up, must come down, and coming down is the hardest thing.
11 years is a long time. I've had much shorter relationships that were harder to leg go of. But the second your woman has decided she can do better is the second you've lost the ability to convince her otherwise.
I bought his first album Bre ak down song on it. My brother in-law came over from the Nethland and this song was fused in his head.that was a life time ago. This is approved .
Saw Tom and the Heartbreakers in Adelaide (South Australia) in the early eighties. They were support act for Dylan. Jesus he was pathetic. Got my money's worth with Tom and his band.
There is so much to the lyrics., He was was struggling but was fighting his addiction and this song is deep, RIP to a great music genius. Lucky to have him in my life growing up.
You know what's coming but got damn its got a hold on you that feeling it's just been hours days months years since you last felt it doesn't matter your never the same after you dive into it
Dont ruin any relationships because u never know who'll you'll need on your way back down....stay humble...first time i heard that quote it blew me away
I'll be 78 in a couple of months and this song has been my anthem for a long time...I flew in the USAF in Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos back in the 60's many of the aircraft I flew are in the boneyards now...I kept flying after the Air Force, I started a Cessna Dealership and flew for a very long time...I love this song...
I respect that, Chuck. My neighbour was a Royal Australian Airforce and commercial pilot who married one of his flight attendants. He's a tough 84 year old grandpa but his wife died after 55 years of marriage from Alzheimer's. I wish I had that resilience.
My son married an Australian girl he met because the Australian Airforce used McClellan AFB for their F-111 Depot Maintenace, Zoe came here one summer to visit her cousin and they meet and fell in love. Her dad was on a helicopter crew in Vietnam the same year I was there. I also flew out of Thailand, and Laos 1965, 1966, and 1967 @@pauljordan4452 1
Thank you for serving a wasted war. I actually don't like any wars... My son started in the Army National Guards and has traveled. Pulled himself through college as I'm a single mother. He's a school teacher, now in Army Reserves & goes on drills. His grandfather served in WWII & received 3 💜. He had a difficult experience in service. I take interest listening or reading of our veterans. I like a band which Tom Petty was in years ago. My son is taking me there for my 70th birthday to listen to these bands as my birthday gift. Looking forward to it next month. Again thank you for your hard work & service. Freedom comes with a huge price & all veterans have helped our country. No other country has taken the sacrifice to help America. God Bless!!! 🪖 🇱🇷 🛐
This song always reminds me of a horrible time in my life, where I ended up alone and financially struggling, I almost ended up homeless too. One day after finally getting out of that hole and I moved into my own place, this song started playing on the radio. It was a new beginning for me and the start of a new life.
My dog passed away after 17 years last year I had him since I was 14 he was with me through everything I mean everything and not long after this came on when I was drinking & all I could think about was my little mini fox terrier ❤ I hope your little one has his wings too
Man the layered guitars just make this so special IMO, the more percussive steel string, that crisp, bright electric clean tone, that jangly tone during the chorus, and that delicious blues fuzz for the solos. The interplay between each guitar's melodic part creates this luscious cloud of guitars sailing smoothly over that insistent, punchy drum pattern. It reminds me of some of JJ Cale's music, the way it just floats along (e.g. "Ride me High", "Travelin Light", "Friday", "Carry On").
This song is very special to me. My father was a commercial airline pilot. We shared a love of flying and airplanes. On the day of my first solo flight, he came with me to see me fly for the first time. It was the only time in his 85 years he ever said he was proud of me. And he'd been waiting his whole life to say, "My son the pilot". On our way home, this song came on the radio. I miss you so much Pa.
@Bobby Klein No problem at all. It is a special moment for me that I wanted to share with his fans. I love reading comments of how an artist's song touches people and that it is so much more than 'just a song'. God bless. :)
This absolutely blew my mind. What an incredible synchronicity and beautiful moment. I have full body chills haha, all I can say is “wow” 🤯 take care my friend I hope you’re doing well ❤ Edit- Actually I thought of something to say: This anecdote perfectly exemplifies the incredible power of music. Music is the deepest and most emotional communication form available to us. This story clearly shows why it’s important that we always strive to create the best possible art and express the true depths of how we all feel, that words could never describe. Art is more real than life in some ways.
@@maxwellk10 Thank you. This song is very special to me because of that moment. I can't even listen to it around other people. As much as I love the song, I only listen to it a couple times a year. One being on Pa's birthday when I go to visit his burial site.
@@maxwellk10 Completely agree with you on the power of music. I love reading the comments on so many of the songs I like where people share truly touching, personal stories on what a song means to them and how a song can mean so many different things to so many people and evoke such deep feelings. Amazing.
My Dad passed to this song two years to the day tomorrow. It was NOT on his playlist in his final moments. I just started laughing and crying and I was in awe of his sense of humor. What a song to ascend to heaven to haha! I now wake up to this song in the morning. We are all learning to fly in some parts of our lives. And it’s ok that we struggle and don’t have the answers. There is peace and gratitude in that thought for me.
😢meu filho faleceu dia 21de março 2021 poucos dias q ele faleceu eu ouvi esta linda música.. pedi a tradução e.... me surpreendi eu choro tds vezes q a escuto ...qtas sds qtas lembranças de meu eterno Gabrielzinho meu lindo bb c apenas 17 anos foi morar c Deus será q aprendeu a voar ?????????😢😭
58 - TP is the soundtrack of my life - this song keeps me dragging on. my daughter got to experience it when I took her to see Stevie Nicks and Stevie sang this in tribute to her incredible friend- my daughter has never been the same - Tom - I hope some day our souls can meet - you have done so much for me
You and I will meet again, When we're least expecting it, One day in some far off place, I will recognize your face, I won't say goodbye my friend, For you and I will meet again. - Tom Petty
I cannot name two TP& TH songs that sound similar. Unbelievable musical talent that will never, ever be replicated. Even the videos ranged from simplistic and minimalist to outlandish. He was musical nirvana.
I used to play this on the duke box in a pub called Lamb & Packet in Preston Lancashire Uk back in 1981 years when a University student. He he …,, best years of my life.
2023 and I'll never stop playing this. It's quite wonderful... interesting video too. Petty is a musical great to me, a natural storyteller who spoke and related to all of us. All of us. That's a beautiful gift.
You can definitely hear the musical genius of Jeff Lynne at work as well!! Tom said Jeff was the best musician he had ever met...modest Jeff didn't even know what to say.
This is not only my favorite Tom Petty song, it's one of the greatest songs I've ever heard. It makes you feel so much, seemingly so dispersant and almost all at once. Amazing song for times such as these. The video is a masterstroke as well. So many decades and events, referenced with a mere scene or frame. The decrepit majesty, ancient crypt solemnity and mournful yet graceful repose of the aircraft graveyard looks like one of the best places to film, I could spend weeks there just listening to whispers of war stories and fish tales... (I think I saw a Grumman Albatross, or what was left of her) God Bless Everyone with Health, Peace, Freedom and Love
My daughter passed in June unexpectedly…when I heard this amazing song, it helped me to put her life and mine in perspective together. Learning to fly around the clouds What goes up must come down Coming down is the hardest thing Learning to fly but I ain’t got wings These lyrics represent what I’m going through trying to navigate my life without Annie. Learning to fly around the clouds to find the ☀️again.
He officially passed away at 11:40 P.M. surrounded by friends, family and bandmates, this is my favorite Tom Petty song I think all spend the rest of the night listening to him.
I love complicated music showcasing virtuosity...but there's a lot to be said for 4 chords, great melodies (and harmonies) and a story. It takes a special type of genius to make such a great song out of so "little".
Oh mate what a song. You really did nail it here Tom. Your legend lives on. Have comfort in the fact that this tune remains immortal in the memories of us 90's kids.
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
@@nicolecocoxoxo oh sweetie his music transcends generations. He and his music will live on forever unlike the music of the current generation of auto tune and massive industrial production.
Tom Petty from five in the morning until now , I might end up listening to him the whole day. For some reason I felt like Tom- Petty today and don't believe he's dead. I got hooked with his music when I immigrated to Canada from Africa, Ethiopia long ago Thanks to Toronto's fm radio Q-107 for hook me with him and others before the internet. Today Tom is alive in my home and my heart thanks to the internet Cheers!!!
Tom Petty is the best song writer ever in my opinion. He has a way of taking your mind on a voyage during his songs. I always drift off while singing along.. RIP TOM
Totally. It's a pleasure to watch the videos that are just as artistic - the dust trails behind the departing car that are just like a rocket's taking off. "Swingin" is another lesser-known gem. Be well Corey.
Such a beautiful pop/rock song. This one sticks to you like a glue. A true earworm of a song. I started out, back in the 80's. Never looked back. Tom Petty was one of the best american singer/songwriter ever.
Loved this when I was six in 1991 and still do at 32. Love I Won't Back Down as well. Both remind me of being at my Grandad's house on Saturdays. Brilliant days. RIP Grandad and Tom. The good old days may not return. More's the bloody pity!
same here. free fallin always makes me think of being in the car listening to it with my mom who died in 96. good memories with a pleasant sound track RIP Mom and Tom Petty
Good bye to our friend Tom Petty. You gave us great music for 40 years and you were never a super star in your own mind. Never a show off, never caused self attention , but always a great musician, songwriter and singer. We grew up together in Gainesville and went to the same high school and although I never knew you, I did get to know you through your music. Rest in peace, Tom
Dear Mr Petty, our local radio station used to play this song VERY often when I was a child when it came out. So this song is kinda THE soundtrack of my childhood. Isn't it weird how a singer ""just makes a song" that means like "childhood" for others? I know you died a few years back, but with this song you will live at least another ONE lifetime of 50 years with me. Thank you. And may all the angels fullfill your divine wishes.,...
@Tanner Knaggs Cheers. Same to you. May you live long and prosper. Getting old is a privilege not everyone has. And never forget, follow your instincts.
@@ItsTomJoe...Bingo! The old Irish proverb. Do not regret growing old because many are denied the privilege. When I hear this song it reminds me of my younger brother and sister who are now flying.
I cant tell you how many times this song as made me cry just thinking about how I had such a great childhood. I thank Tom Petty for all the memories he has made me have. Thank you.
My best friend of 33 years (who has lived with me (platonically) for 25+ years) passed away 2 days ago (blood cancer/'Multiple Myeloma'). For the week & a half before his death, he was being kept heavily sedated (for pain) in hospice & was unable to communicate. The day before he died, I held his hand and told him I love him, and asked him to please send me a sign when he gets to Heaven & gets his wings. *ONE HOUR* _after_ his time of death, this song ('Learning To Fly') came on the radio...& the song that played _after this_ one, was "Learn To Fly" by Foo Fighters. Even if it was just coincidence, these 2 songs being played *back-to-back* at the *one-hour mark* after his death, & my having asked him for a *sign when he gets his wings,* brought me comfort. ❤
I'm so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I lost my only son to Cancer when he was 32. He loved that song Learning to fly when he was a kid him and his sister used to sing that song and also Free Falling. Every time I hear them it takes me back to when he was a kid. 😔💔🙏🙏💙💙❤️
My father passed away a month ago and a year ago we saw Tom petty in concert for the final time in Cleveland. It was amazing and I hold on to that memory today. We had a private service for my father and a man sang this song for my dad acoustically and it was amazing. I remember it alway. RIP to two great men. Tom petty and my father.
I've had health problems for years but has survived because of my faith and listening to music all over the planet 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🎸😁👍
"So I've started out for God knows where I guess I'll know when I get there" Good travels to you, Mr. Petty, and thanks for all the tunes. You were one of the good ones.
Just turned 18 in June. Never saw him. Didn't start listening to him until a year ago. Into the Great Wide Open is my favorite album. I have it framed above my computer. He has become my favorite artist. I think about it sometimes. What it would have been like to see him. you older folk looking at these comments are very lucky to have seen him. Crazy how life goes by. Wish I was born a little earlier. My father would tell me stories of Live aid when he lost his glasses. I go to the University of Florida. There are little bits and pieces of him if you look hard enough. Gainesville #1 Son. Rip forever, Tom.
lol, old Gator here, 1976, this guy has made the best music of the simplest rock and roll chords...no many people make you feel like rocking like Tom. dance, rock, smile
Well i saw them 15 years ago wasnt planned my dad was a huge fan i went knew a few songs they were awesome, but i never saw my favorite band linkin park found out night before chester died i was finally gonna see them, then he passed, but Tom petty def best concert ive been to.
rik windle wow good for you. I was just In rehab for 58 days! Was an opiate addict .. they had me on the buprenorphine for about 45 days . It’s hard but I gotta say my biggest therapy was music . Especially pettys music . Always took that withdrawal feeling out of my head and still does .
Same and on top of that I very severely devastated I'd cry at least 3 times a week for 2 months and got very depressed and to this day when his music comes on the radio I cry
Lost count how many times I have watched this incredible clip and amazing song. The lyrics speak volumes for me personally. Blows me out how a song like this can have so much impact...again...and again...your legacy Tom is one of greatness .
"So I've started out for God knows whereI guess I'll know when I get there" I'll miss you Tom, you were like one of the coolest friends a girl could have.
Amazing how a song can mean one thing to you when it was released. But now through the prism of time this song takes on a different message. One of Petty's great songs. Simple really melodically.
@@ericforster7396 True. Songs can take me many places. Then and now. Many people remark what they were doing or what music they were listening too when world important events happen. You can't remember one without the other. I still get goose bumps when I hear Boy Meets Girl "Waiting for a Star to Fall". I had been in a new relationship with a woman that eventually became my wife. But sadly we divorced in 2005. I still love the song and now it doesn't bring the old negative part with it. One of my favorite songs is Dan Fogelberg's Make Love Stay. During an acoustic set at a concert he explained that the song was inspired by a book he had been reading by American Author Tom Robbins. Still Life with Woodpecker! The way he could craft a song just like Tom. Simple words, Simple thoughts strung together in meaningful ways. Songwriters often say what we may be feeling at a time in our lives.
The view must be breathtaking my friend. Your with the legends now. You will always be an influence to myself and so many. I wish your family and friends strength and remembrance of all the good times.
0:09 I wish Tom Petty could have lived longer. Because he had good taste in music when it came to his music. Learning to fly was one of many songs I liked. And Refugee, American Girl, I Won't Back Down, and Free Fallin. I will never in my life stop and listen on his songs since all song so Tom Petty have made in his life are my favourite songs. You’ll be in my heart life out So rest in peace you’ll be missed of me. I also wish at you could have livet longer and Mads more songs that might have become many of my favourite songs. So you’re my favourite-artist and favourite-man, so i’ll end by saying i love all the song you have made in your life. Rest in pease
TOM PETTY - THE L E G E N D🚶♂️😊
Absolute legend!
“No, your famous” prob one of my favorite quotes in a movie
@@JFEnterprize PERFECT QUOTE
@ had to watch that next. If you look up “Tom petty in the postman” he comes up. a 1:55 clip posted by Tom Mitchell that has it 🎉
France !!! 2:29 😊
RIP Tom Petty
This song will always remind me of the bittersweet, turning corners, and moving on. I listened to it a lot around the time that my relationship with my first love, (an 11 year relationship) was fizzling out and coming to an end. I loved her desperately, and yet i knew we were sliding further and further away from eachother. When she broke the news to me that she wanted to move on, I didn't want to let go, as I had told her I never would. What goes up, must come down, and coming down is the hardest thing.
You are a wordsmith sir. Chicks dig that.
You'll be just fine.
This hit me hard. But it’s a different feeling of self worth and peace, when you find yourself and move on.
Any update on your situation? It’s one of the hardest things to go to. It’s a lot like mourning the death of a loved one.
I hope you are doing ok
11 years is a long time. I've had much shorter relationships that were harder to leg go of. But the second your woman has decided she can do better is the second you've lost the ability to convince her otherwise.
I am 63. Grew up with Tom Petty's music. I love him and miss him dearly
I bought his first album Bre ak down song on it. My brother in-law came over from the Nethland and this song was fused in his head.that was a life time ago. This is approved .
Me too. Sad he left so soon.
pease door ball
@@MichelleR-tl2ubsame here every time I hear this song I like it better than the last time I heard it 🇦🇺
Saw Tom and the Heartbreakers in Adelaide (South Australia) in the early eighties. They were support act for Dylan. Jesus he was pathetic. Got my money's worth with Tom and his band.
There is so much to the lyrics., He was was struggling but was fighting his addiction and this song is deep, RIP to a great music genius. Lucky to have him in my life growing up.
I feel like refugee is a deep cut on the addiction... this one is like right before you relapse lol
You know what's coming but got damn its got a hold on you that feeling it's just been hours days months years since you last felt it doesn't matter your never the same after you dive into it
33 years since I last tripped and/or snorted, but it stays with you, always. At 55 that stuff would probably kill me now though lol
Petty was GREAT. Mike Campbell no slouch either.
“Comin down is the hardest thing....”
Na, you just need more wings. Or you’ll be free fallin.
Dont ruin any relationships because u never know who'll you'll need on your way back down....stay humble...first time i heard that quote it blew me away
I'll be 78 in a couple of months and this song has been my anthem for a long time...I flew in the USAF in Vietnam, Thailand, and Laos back in the 60's many of the aircraft I flew are in the boneyards now...I kept flying after the Air Force, I started a Cessna Dealership and flew for a very long time...I love this song...
I respect that, Chuck. My neighbour was a Royal Australian Airforce and commercial pilot who married one of his flight attendants. He's a tough 84 year old grandpa but his wife died after 55 years of marriage from Alzheimer's. I wish I had that resilience.
My son married an Australian girl he met because the Australian Airforce used McClellan AFB for their F-111 Depot Maintenace, Zoe came here one summer to visit her cousin and they meet and fell in love. Her dad was on a helicopter crew in Vietnam the same year I was there. I also flew out of Thailand, and Laos 1965, 1966, and 1967 @@pauljordan4452 1
Are you single, Chuck?
Thank you for serving a wasted war. I actually don't like any wars... My son started in the Army National Guards and has traveled. Pulled himself through college as I'm a single mother. He's a school teacher, now in Army Reserves & goes on drills. His grandfather served in WWII & received 3 💜. He had a difficult experience in service. I take interest listening or reading of our veterans. I like a band which Tom Petty was in years ago. My son is taking me there for my 70th birthday to listen to these bands as my birthday gift. Looking forward to it next month. Again thank you for your hard work & service. Freedom comes with a huge price & all veterans have helped our country. No other country has taken the sacrifice to help America. God Bless!!! 🪖 🇱🇷 🛐
@@Lori-zh2hv Most of us fought that war for the guys standing next to us...
Some Tom fans don't like his collaboration with Jeff but I love it
Those people are crazy
MUCH better than his collaboration with Dave Stewart.
@@joemartin35541💯💯💯 crazy! How could you not like jeff lynne????
Omg i loved this collaboration - i played it to death as a cassette in 1991 😂
Tom and Jeff ; colabs made in heaven
2024 still a banger
Yeah
Every single one of his songs age beautifully. I was always} a big fan but his music has hit harder the older I get
This song always reminds me of a horrible time in my life, where I ended up alone and financially struggling, I almost ended up homeless too. One day after finally getting out of that hole and I moved into my own place, this song started playing on the radio. It was a new beginning for me and the start of a new life.
well done fly lady
Siddharta...really, this man has a vision of time...
Good vibes, Patricia. Perhaps Tom is sending them too.
only someone who sees the real possibility of being a homeless person appreciates a bed a roof and a shower
That’s awesome! Congratulations on your new beginning
6 years now since Tom passed, my God time flies. So much great music.
Six years ago today he got his wings... Heaven has one hell of a band
Time does not fly. Tom Petty learned this when he tried to learn to fly. RIP Legend.
Tom Petty was a legend RIP
Thank you Kyle I needed to hear this song today, you're an amazing man and I'm happy to be your girlfriend. I'll show this comment to you one day lol❤
wow that long... rest in heaven friend
Nobody sounds like Tom Petty. Nobody. I miss him and his extraordinary voice and music every damn day.
Me too. Angel Dream is such a beautiful song.
Me too. I can’t get over the loss but I still find joy in the music he made for us
Yes. And there is no question...
No one is like Tom Petty.
Grüße aus Germany
My dog passed away last night and this is the song that is playing on the radio..fly high little buddy fly high
~~~slippery slope, be comin around all
*MOUNTAIN*
My dog passed away after 17 years last year I had him since I was 14 he was with me through everything I mean everything and not long after this came on when I was drinking & all I could think about was my little mini fox terrier ❤ I hope your little one has his wings too
Did he go to doggie heaven?
He's waiting for you.
Your angel is waiting for you in the next adventure- sending you love
2024 and still listening to tom petty 🛸👽💝
❤
Beastly!
Humans can fly!
All day, every day!
I still can't believe he's gone.
Man the layered guitars just make this so special IMO, the more percussive steel string, that crisp, bright electric clean tone, that jangly tone during the chorus, and that delicious blues fuzz for the solos. The interplay between each guitar's melodic part creates this luscious cloud of guitars sailing smoothly over that insistent, punchy drum pattern.
It reminds me of some of JJ Cale's music, the way it just floats along (e.g. "Ride me High", "Travelin Light", "Friday", "Carry On").
Perfect description of the soundscape
This song is very special to me. My father was a commercial airline pilot. We shared a love of flying and airplanes. On the day of my first solo flight, he came with me to see me fly for the first time. It was the only time in his 85 years he ever said he was proud of me. And he'd been waiting his whole life to say, "My son the pilot".
On our way home, this song came on the radio. I miss you so much Pa.
@Bobby Klein No problem at all. It is a special moment for me that I wanted to share with his fans. I love reading comments of how an artist's song touches people and that it is so much more than 'just a song'. God bless. :)
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This absolutely blew my mind. What an incredible synchronicity and beautiful moment. I have full body chills haha, all I can say is “wow” 🤯 take care my friend I hope you’re doing well ❤
Edit- Actually I thought of something to say:
This anecdote perfectly exemplifies the incredible power of music. Music is the deepest and most emotional communication form available to us.
This story clearly shows why it’s important that we always strive to create the best possible art and express the true depths of how we all feel, that words could never describe. Art is more real than life in some ways.
@@maxwellk10 Thank you. This song is very special to me because of that moment. I can't even listen to it around other people. As much as I love the song, I only listen to it a couple times a year. One being on Pa's birthday when I go to visit his burial site.
@@maxwellk10 Completely agree with you on the power of music. I love reading the comments on so many of the songs I like where people share truly touching, personal stories on what a song means to them and how a song can mean so many different things to so many people and evoke such deep feelings. Amazing.
My Dad passed to this song two years to the day tomorrow. It was NOT on his playlist in his final moments. I just started laughing and crying and I was in awe of his sense of humor. What a song to ascend to heaven to haha! I now wake up to this song in the morning. We are all learning to fly in some parts of our lives. And it’s ok that we struggle and don’t have the answers. There is peace and gratitude in that thought for me.
Sorry for your loss
God is good 🙏
😢meu filho faleceu dia 21de março 2021 poucos dias q ele faleceu eu ouvi esta linda música.. pedi a tradução e.... me surpreendi eu choro tds vezes q a escuto ...qtas sds qtas lembranças de meu eterno Gabrielzinho meu lindo bb c apenas 17 anos foi morar c Deus será q aprendeu a voar ?????????😢😭
@@ThruchristMyself No such thing and his doctrine of discovery and the things his followers are doing, are NOT good.
What an uplifting story. Sorry for your loss, but God is good and sent you comfort .
Genius Jeff Lynne helped write, produce, played and sang on numerous Petty songs. Great friend of Toms
And help Roy Orbison write You Got It. Jeff continues to blow my mind with what he did and continues to do.
58 - TP is the soundtrack of my life - this song keeps me dragging on. my daughter got to experience it when I took her to see Stevie Nicks and Stevie sang this in tribute to her incredible friend- my daughter has never been the same - Tom - I hope some day our souls can meet - you have done so much for me
Miss you dad. Miss you Tom❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
What goes up must come down,
But what is now down brought us all up
R.I.P. Tom
For Willbury Tom it's also "End Of The Line" now. R.I.P.
Deep but good
Nice said :) I feel the same
RIP Tom. Wish I could’ve seen you live. My husband and I love this song. It speaks volumes.
Wtf!!
@@jsmithers. what?
@@johnsteel5326 🤡
@@jsmithers.Shut up
“…I guess I’ll know when I get there”. ….God bless you Tom.
You and I will meet again,
When we're least expecting it,
One day in some far off place,
I will recognize your face,
I won't say goodbye my friend,
For you and I will meet again. - Tom Petty
you've got some good memories there Richard :)
Perfect quote!!
And another great Rockstar has left us. I just read that Tom had died a few hours ago! Its so sad that our old Heroes all slowly die!
R.I.P. Tom
Badmotorfinger *
I cannot name two TP& TH songs that sound similar. Unbelievable musical talent that will never, ever be replicated. Even the videos ranged from simplistic and minimalist to outlandish. He was musical nirvana.
i could not have worded it better.
I said like Kurt Cobain
Dave S who is TH
The Heartbreakers
Hi Swetha..."TH" abbreviation for "The Heartbreakers."
Love is beautiful when we're young...I was that boy by the pool, once...and suddenly I aged, and it was gone forever...
Real music like Tom Petty will ever be a classic
"the good old days may not return". True statement.
Sad....isn't it?
@@franksteinmetz6674 too bloody sad
That is way too sad :(
Time to make new one's
@@sqwidink1 Agreed! How shall we approach making the new good times?
I used to play this on the duke box in a pub called Lamb & Packet in Preston Lancashire Uk back in 1981 years when a University student. He he …,, best years of my life.
2023 and I'll never stop playing this. It's quite wonderful... interesting video too. Petty is a musical great to me, a natural storyteller who spoke and related to all of us. All of us. That's a beautiful gift.
I say bob Dylan 2nd part
1991, 32 years ago, time flies, but sweet memories behind 32 years ago. 😌
I was then 7 years old child
in 1991.
You can definitely hear the musical genius of Jeff Lynne at work as well!! Tom said Jeff was the best musician he had ever met...modest Jeff didn't even know what to say.
Truly a classic. Timeless. Let your top down and blare this over your speaker 🔊
Will do😊😊
This is one of those "Get yourself back up and dust yourself off and get back off the ground" songs - very inspiring.
My favorite Petty song and it just topped off a great episode of Tulsa King!
I agree. Huge fan of Tulsa King. One of the best TV shows currently airing
Couldn’t agree more, great episode and a great song. I always say a well placed song in a TV episode is a thing of beauty
If your enjoying this Tom Petty classic in summer 2023, you have awesome musical taste❤
always love him, and with the Wilburys as well, great 4
True😊
OF COURSE, LEARNING TO FLY, BUT I DO NOT HAVE WINGS, AND COMING DOWN IS THE HARDEST THING. LOL
I KNOW!
IF youre here you have a musical heart too
This is not only my favorite Tom Petty song, it's one of the greatest songs I've ever heard.
It makes you feel so much, seemingly so dispersant and almost all at once.
Amazing song for times such as these.
The video is a masterstroke as well.
So many decades and events, referenced with a mere scene or frame.
The decrepit majesty, ancient crypt solemnity and mournful yet graceful repose of the aircraft graveyard looks like one of the best places to film, I could spend weeks there just listening to whispers of war stories and fish tales...
(I think I saw a Grumman Albatross, or what was left of her)
God Bless Everyone
with Health, Peace, Freedom and Love
you've won your wings now
Rest in peace
BaronRojObus - beautiful comment. rip Tom Petty: legendary musician. Thank you!!!!
😢❤
Yeah
I will rise even stronger than you
You are Lucifer I AM
Use all know me I have the world to deal with
Use Will Be Judged
My daughter passed in June unexpectedly…when I heard this amazing song, it helped me to put her life and mine in perspective together.
Learning to fly around the clouds
What goes up must come down
Coming down is the hardest thing
Learning to fly but I ain’t got wings
These lyrics represent what I’m going through trying to navigate my life without Annie.
Learning to fly around the clouds to find the ☀️again.
RIP Tom Petty You have wings now
Dee McCullay - Dark History/ Thunderstryker Films nah he is just dead.
So well said :)
A true legend - sad news RIP
Yep tom petty has wings now
@Scrub "nah he is just dead." And so are you even though you're alive.
He officially passed away at 11:40 P.M. surrounded by friends, family and bandmates, this is my favorite Tom Petty song I think all spend the rest of the night listening to him.
Robby Burns personally i loved freefalling the most. Its cool how so many people are commenting on all his songs.
This song is just so beautiful. Tom definitely got his wings ❤️
Definitely one of my top ten videos and songs.
Today, he learned to fly. R.I.P. You earned your wings.
In my humble opinion he was the best ever U.S. male rock artist in history
I love complicated music showcasing virtuosity...but there's a lot to be said for 4 chords, great melodies (and harmonies) and a story. It takes a special type of genius to make such a great song out of so "little".
Der Song gehört im Sommer dazu
Roy and George waiting on Tom at the gates of heaven to make more wonderful music. RIP Tom, a true musical genius taken from us too soon.
Dan Willis thank you for mentioning those 2 :) I have been thinking about that mini traveling wilburys reunion...
Yes yes they are
And Gary Moore
Rip ❤️👍🏼
Definitely true. That is what they wanted= time here was well spent; but what a joy for them now.
"I'm Learnin' to fly, but I ain't got wings" .... He now has wings, and is flying with the angels ... Eternal peace to you Mr. Petty. ...
That was beautiful. I'm heartbroken over his death but what you said made me smile.
RIP TOM PETTY. 😪
Running down the eternal dream...
Amen!
RIP Tom Petty🙏🏼👑
Tulsa King ending song --> Shazam --> Here I am. I love you Stallone!!! :)
Yep...had to find it after that episode!
I had to come here after the episode 💯
Here I am too❤
Literally just finished the episode myself and went straight to google the lyrics lol
True jajajs
Oh mate what a song. You really did nail it here Tom. Your legend lives on. Have comfort in the fact that this tune remains immortal in the memories of us 90's kids.
Thank you Jeff Lynne for this timeless, outstanding Rocksong!!!
Sure and Tom brings it to the core
So many times overlooked. Jeff is really a musical genius.
Losing my home and divorcing at age 65, I really needed to hear this song, learn to fly again
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our hearts.
You will prosper like never before
@@AndyArnold-uz5yo Hugs brother, she has wings
@@fortencuales I feel it happening as if I am allowed to learn and progress now. Thanks man
@@vet137 yes I believe in you
Song just made a 24 year old man cry. Rest easy brother, see you again someday with the angels.
thenumberofthebeast2 I cry with you brother
thenumberofthebeast2 crying is extreme power brother.. You just haven't learnt that yet! Let them tears run!
Amen
thenumberofthebeast2 I still can't sing this out loud yet cuz I know I'm gonna cry.
Im 65. :(((
1991 what a year it was!!!
The good old days may not return!!!
His music never gets old. RIP Tom. You live on in the hearts of millions. ❤
Glad people still listening.. it’s the best.
Hell yeah!!! 😇
Aggred
I wasn’t old enough or maybe even born when he was in his prime but wow do I love his music.
@@nicolecocoxoxo oh sweetie his music transcends generations. He and his music will live on forever unlike the music of the current generation of auto tune and massive industrial production.
R.I.P & thank's for your beautiful Music ❤️
Amen !
Tom Petty from five in the morning until now , I might end up listening to him the whole day. For some reason I felt like Tom- Petty today and don't believe he's dead.
I got hooked with his music when I immigrated to Canada from Africa, Ethiopia long ago
Thanks to Toronto's fm radio
Q-107 for hook me with him and others before the internet.
Today Tom is alive in my home and my heart thanks to the internet
Cheers!!!
Tom Petty is the best song writer ever in my opinion. He has a way of taking your mind on a voyage during his songs. I always drift off while singing along.. RIP TOM
Try Bob Seger.
Absolutely ❣
@@theloner6063 wise up
Totally. It's a pleasure to watch the videos that are just as artistic - the dust trails behind the departing car that are just like a rocket's taking off. "Swingin" is another lesser-known gem. Be well Corey.
Leonard Cohen, Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot and Joni Mitchell to name a few were better songwriters...and 3 of them were Canadian!
Such a beautiful pop/rock song. This one sticks to you like a glue. A true earworm of a song. I started out, back in the 80's. Never looked back. Tom Petty was one of the best american singer/songwriter ever.
Loved this when I was six in 1991 and still do at 32. Love I Won't Back Down as well. Both remind me of being at my Grandad's house on Saturdays. Brilliant days. RIP Grandad and Tom. The good old days may not return. More's the bloody pity!
Domine Wimbury same me i was 14
I am 32 as well and wish I had the privilege to listen to it when I was 6.
same here. free fallin always makes me think of being in the car listening to it with my mom who died in 96. good memories with a pleasant sound track RIP Mom and Tom Petty
I hope you found your wings man. Rest In Peace you absolute legend.
An absolute classic by a genuine rock legend. Easy to see why George, Bob, Roy & Jeff came calling when starting the Travelling Wilburys. RIP Tom
Don't forget Johnny Cash either.
The sound is very Orbison
First song I ever really liked as a child was Tweeter and the Monkeyman
these are my contemporaries. you know. there are a few of us still around. we're the A Team.
You bet!!
I'm learning to fly but I an't got wings. Coming down is the hardest thing. Love this song still ❤
You're gone, but won't be forgotten. Thanks for all the great tunes brother.
One of my favorite Petty songs. Also, "Learning To Fly" by Pink Floyd is another long time favorite of mine. 2 amazing songs by two amazing artists.
One of my favourites from Tom Petty And My Favourite Song of all time will be from Pink Floyd Brain Damage Eclipse
@danielzader7737 For me it's Time, Comfortably Numb, or High Hopes
Hi Jackie, what about 'Learn To Fly' by Foo Fighters? The video for it is really funny.
Good bye to our friend Tom Petty. You gave us great music for 40 years and you were never a super star in your own mind. Never a show off, never caused self attention , but always a great musician, songwriter and singer. We grew up together in Gainesville and went to the same high school and although I never knew you, I did get to know you through your music. Rest in peace, Tom
Abe Lincoln this is a good comment
Beautiful tribute!
So sweet!
Love your comment brother.
Sweet tribute ❤️
Everlasting ever great music. Thang you SIR Good bles You.
TOM PETTY IS A BEAUTIFUL SOUL, hope he will rest easy ,
R.I.P Tom Petty and thank you for for all the great music you will be miss .
Dear Mr Petty, our local radio station used to play this song VERY often when I was a child when it came out. So this song is kinda THE soundtrack of my childhood. Isn't it weird how a singer ""just makes a song" that means like "childhood" for others? I know you died a few years back, but with this song you will live at least another ONE lifetime of 50 years with me. Thank you. And may all the angels fullfill your divine wishes.,...
@Tanner Knaggs Cheers. Same to you. May you live long and prosper. Getting old is a privilege not everyone has. And never forget, follow your instincts.
@@ItsTomJoe...Bingo! The old Irish proverb. Do not regret growing old because many are denied the privilege. When I hear this song it reminds me of my younger brother and sister who are now flying.
Xmmx
Es
Tom had it all together. His politics were a little fkd though. Most 'rock folks' are somewhat delusional.
Such a special and ever lasting song. Anybody can listen to this and not be moved in some way is dead inside lol
I cant tell you how many times this song as made me cry just thinking about how I had such a great childhood.
I thank Tom Petty for all the memories he has made me have. Thank you.
I have a heavy heart, what a wonderful musician, we were blessed & I will play this mans music forever (LOVE FROM ENGLAND)
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Take heart trippy. This man's voice and songs will outlive us all. Forget the sadness and love the memories. (RESPECT FROM KENTUCKY)
My best friend of 33 years (who has lived with me (platonically) for 25+ years) passed away 2 days ago (blood cancer/'Multiple Myeloma'). For the week & a half before his death, he was being kept heavily sedated (for pain) in hospice & was unable to communicate. The day before he died, I held his hand and told him I love him, and asked him to please send me a sign when he gets to Heaven & gets his wings. *ONE HOUR* _after_ his time of death, this song ('Learning To Fly') came on the radio...& the song that played _after this_ one, was "Learn To Fly" by Foo Fighters. Even if it was just coincidence, these 2 songs being played *back-to-back* at the *one-hour mark* after his death, & my having asked him for a *sign when he gets his wings,* brought me comfort. ❤
33 yrs of a man and woman living platonically together.... c'mon something happened 😜
@@NAT-turners-Revenge or you could have some freaking respect and not be a perv. They just lost their BFF and you have to insinuate that?
@@callsignwiz How about shut up 😎... Dont be a indignant peon
What a touching story thx for sharing and being a caring person 🙏
I'm so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I lost my only son to Cancer when he was 32. He loved that song Learning to fly when he was a kid him and his sister used to sing that song and also Free Falling. Every time I hear them it takes me back to when he was a kid. 😔💔🙏🙏💙💙❤️
映画『エリザベスタウン』の作中で流れた曲の中でも1番印象に残っている曲です。
This is one of the most memorable songs that was played during the movie "Elizabethtown."
Rest in Peace, Tom Petty. Thanks for all the great music. Amen.
One of the best cool dudes of all time. No effort. Legend
My father passed away a month ago and a year ago we saw Tom petty in concert for the final time in Cleveland. It was amazing and I hold on to that memory today. We had a private service for my father and a man sang this song for my dad acoustically and it was amazing. I remember it alway. RIP to two great men. Tom petty and my father.
Cleveland Ohio here .. Tom Petty !!!
HV VH that is awesome. It inspires me to be a better father.
HV VH That is perfect! God Bless Both! 🕊❤
TROLLBASHER 602 Are you from Rhode Island?
TROLLBASHER 602 Very sweet! Thank you friend! 🤣
My favorite musician now & forever ❤. Regret never seeing him in concert. May God be with those who loved him especially his family 🙏
Always getting goosebumps hearing this song, atm it helps me get through hard times concerning my mental health & thoughts...
Same ❤ Keep going !!
you got this man
Wishing you the best!!!
I've had health problems for years but has survived because of my faith and listening to music all over the planet 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🎸😁👍
Tom Petty got me through some rough shit. Thank you!
Same here. The power of his music helped me through rough times and I owe it all to him ;(
"So I've started out for God knows where
I guess I'll know when I get there"
Good travels to you, Mr. Petty, and thanks for all the tunes. You were one of the good ones.
I'm pretty certain he's got those wings now...
This is an inspiring song, that you have to believe in yourself
Tom learned to fly today, RIP.
Just turned 18 in June. Never saw him. Didn't start listening to him until a year ago. Into the Great Wide Open is my favorite album. I have it framed above my computer. He has become my favorite artist. I think about it sometimes. What it would have been like to see him. you older folk looking at these comments are very lucky to have seen him. Crazy how life goes by. Wish I was born a little earlier. My father would tell me stories of Live aid when he lost his glasses. I go to the University of Florida. There are little bits and pieces of him if you look hard enough. Gainesville #1 Son. Rip forever, Tom.
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I have to agree this is a good song
I saw one of him what n Minneapolis MN, my favorite all my life at age 17 I herd him on MTV ..he was great
lol, old Gator here, 1976, this guy has made the best music of the simplest rock and roll chords...no many people make you feel like rocking like Tom. dance, rock, smile
Well i saw them 15 years ago wasnt planned my dad was a huge fan i went knew a few songs they were awesome, but i never saw my favorite band linkin park found out night before chester died i was finally gonna see them, then he passed, but Tom petty def best concert ive been to.
Love you and the music forever. Rest in peace
This guy makes music that makes us feel good. True legend!!
Was given this album in 2000 when i was recovering from drug addiction put me in a good frame of mind to get clean and sort myself out ...R.I.P
rik windle wow good for you. I was just In rehab for 58 days! Was an opiate addict .. they had me on the buprenorphine for about 45 days . It’s hard but I gotta say my biggest therapy was music . Especially pettys music . Always took that withdrawal feeling out of my head and still does .
Hey man Im actually going through the same thing right now an this song helps me to look forward love it stay sober bro!!
Tom helped Stevie Nicks out of serious drug addiction. Hed be proud of you too. Good job man
Rik windle congratulations! Stay strong and let music get you high.
Coming down is the hardest thing
Every time I listen to Tom Petty I want to cry maybe because he passed away or just because that’s how good his music is
How about it being because of both plus sadness that there will no more music created by him?
Same and on top of that I very severely devastated I'd cry at least 3 times a week for 2 months and got very depressed and to this day when his music comes on the radio I cry
@@brandonburns9522 i have cry ed last time i saw him nirvana and you pain me retroactively for sucking up
Snap that back jack
I feel this,so much
Lost count how many times I have watched this incredible clip and amazing song. The lyrics speak volumes for me personally. Blows me out how a song like this can have so much impact...again...and again...your legacy Tom is one of greatness .
❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
I keep watching it too😄
Iconic legend, I was fortunate to see him live. He will continue to live on long after his passing, thank you Tom for your work. What a legacy........
"So I've started out for God knows whereI guess I'll know when I get there"
I'll miss you Tom, you were like one of the coolest friends a girl could have.
A true classic....RIP Tom Petty you're flying high in heaven...your music will live on
I miss you like an old friend, Tom Petty.
🙌
😊 👍
The music of my 90s childhood. Thanks for the legendary hit Tom. May you rest in peace.
Amazing how a song can mean one thing to you when it was released. But now through the prism of time this song takes on a different message. One of Petty's great songs. Simple really melodically.
For sure. I was 17 when it came out, and I sensed the song's depth, but it helps to be pushing 50 to really get it. Beautiful video as well.
@@ericforster7396 True. Songs can take me many places. Then and now. Many people remark what they were doing or what music they were listening too when world important events happen. You can't remember one without the other. I still get goose bumps when I hear Boy Meets Girl "Waiting for a Star to Fall". I had been in a new relationship with a woman that eventually became my wife. But sadly we divorced in 2005. I still love the song and now it doesn't bring the old negative part with it.
One of my favorite songs is Dan Fogelberg's Make Love Stay. During an acoustic set at a concert he explained that the song was inspired by a book he had been reading by American Author Tom Robbins. Still Life with Woodpecker! The way he could craft a song just like Tom. Simple words, Simple thoughts strung together in meaningful ways. Songwriters often say what we may be feeling at a time in our lives.
What goes up, must come down.
@@suitinaute You and Isaac Newton must agree!
The view must be breathtaking my friend. Your with the legends now. You will always be an influence to myself and so many. I wish your family and friends strength and remembrance of all the good times.
Kyle Browning 💔
Kyle Browning Well said. We love you Tom.
Wake up mate! He is dead!
@@gerrymarlowe5541 dingus
What a regurgitating hack
Mike Campbell's Slide Solo on this is amazing!
+Mistertbones Short solo but amazing!!
+Mistertbones Oh yeah near the end of the song! You don't hear that creative little touch in a lot of songs!
+Mistertbones Mike campbell is sooooo underated
pants
+Mistertbones That's not all that's amazing in this video....
0:09 I wish Tom Petty could have lived longer. Because he had good taste in music when it came to his music. Learning to fly was one of many songs I liked. And Refugee, American Girl, I Won't Back Down, and Free Fallin. I will never in my life stop and listen on his songs since all song so Tom Petty have made in his life are my favourite songs. You’ll be in my heart life out So rest in peace you’ll be missed of me. I also wish at you could have livet longer and Mads more songs that might have become many of my favourite songs. So you’re my favourite-artist and favourite-man, so i’ll end by saying i love all the song you have made in your life. Rest in pease