My neighbor, Texas Ranger Joaquin Jackson arrested Johnny for stealing goats near Hondo. While sitting in the Uvalde jail, Johnny asked if he could have his guitar. Joaquin, after hearing him play, called a friend of his in the music business and the rest is history. Johnny sang country absolutely wonderfully.
I played drums for Johnny Lee for almost 14 years, so our band was able to back up Johnny Rodriguez on quite a few occasions. I love his songs and his voice, and a great guy to hang out with. This song in particular has a special meaning for me. My mom loved this song so much. I kind of tear up when I hear it. The first time I played this backing up JR, I almost lost it. I miss you so much Mom.
Your mom is living protected from the erosive waves of time - this is evident in your words. She exists in you. My mom, passed 39 years ago, so young, I as well. Hugged her, she asked, last words - a few more...ours,all positive. Writing since then. She taught me good and moving on , not to look back.
Saw him at a small venue about 6 months before all this craziness hit! He played all his old hits and I took my 17 year old son with me. We both had a blast!
Some of us live life and go through trials and tribulations some people could never fathom. I believe Johnny Rodriguez has that kind of life and I can definitely relate. He's one of my favorite country artist and his music got me through some tough times.
I gave this song to the man I dated when he had to return back to the U.S after working in my Country for 21/2 years.Did not expect anything from him,because I knew he was returning and possible starting a new life.It so happened that he had never forgotten about me and now we’ve been married for 36 years.Beautiful song and memories!
My all time favorite country song. You just can't beat Johnny. I've been a fan for 40 years. Now I play this on guitar and sing it with my boyfriend, named Johnnie!
Johnny Rodriguez is an artist amongst many others who deserves much more recognition for what he created in his era as an inspiring Hispanic musician in the country music genre.
This was mine and my husband's favorite song, we would dance in the parking lot of restaurants if this song came on. Johnny Rodriguez is great. I miss my husband. Thank you JR for your great music.
After Vietnam, I dragged my soul on stones and cactus, JR had a soothing effect on this PTSD vet, thanks Johnny, love all your songs. Wish you could live forever, will follow and live til my final breath.
I think I’ve been crazy about Johnny Rodriguez the first time I heard his voice,never had the recognition he should have..I believe in Happy Endings..♥️
I'm only 28 but my dad introduced me to this music 6 years ago. We listen to willies roadhouse on suirus radio often. This is my favorite song by JR. Just wish I could get it on i tunes. I consider this kind of music the best country music ever recorded!
Ole Johnny had so many good songs. Always wanted to drink a beer with him. But now I don't drink. This version of his is my favorite. Reminds me of an ex wife of mine.
I was lucky to see him in concert at the McAllen Civic Center decades ago (70's). Still enjoying his music after all this time. Very under-rated singer! McAllen Texas!!!
Oh wow, I just love this song and love to hear Johnny sing it. Just can't explain how he gets way down in your heart and feelings. I wish I could see him sing at least one time
The hurt inside...songs like this are dying with the Singers, but we believe in HAPPY endings as we listen to CDs of the past, the past will never die with us. RIP to those that gave us great entertainment and songs.
Johnny sings with lots of passion and heart. He has always been my favorite country singer, so noble and so down to earth. Blessings to you Johnny Rodriguez
This should be "required" listening for every couple. Makes us realize petty stuff isn't worth the hurt it can cause. Could call this song love's national anthem.
Through 47 years of marriage, with ups but also severe downs, we have persevered. We are now blessed with true happiness in our golden years. This song means everything to us.
I spent 2 tours in iraq and 1 in Afghanistan. I know what your feeling. Music makes the world more tolerable. I know it sucks watching your friends die, and doing the things that no one could ever understand. Hold on my brother. Semper fi
Thank you for posting this song. I searched high and low and finally found it here on YT. One of my favs. Reminds me of old country when, living in NY, I would listen to the only C&W radio station available and it was the disco 70s. My God how I despised that music. Besides JR who should have been bigger in his day due to his talent and likeability, where are the likes of Johnny Duncan, Eddy Arnold, Charlie Pride, Jim Reeves, the Oak Ridge Boys, Staler Brothers, and Red Steagall today? Miss the old C&W terribly.
2022, still listening to this song. never breaking a lasting memory. The windows to the heart still open for an escape, only this song rides the dreams, the profound classic country.
I have this song on CD and it amply demonstrates what a great singer Johnny Rodriguez is. It is an awful pity that he is not hitting the charts presently as he used to do with so much regularity back in the 70's and 80's.
We had to call in hospice for Kathryn Amelia McCuiston, when she could enjoy these classic country songs, Johnny Rodriguez was oftened requested... Thank you from The Family
I could listen to this song forever as well as all the other songs...Johnny sings, so much passion in his voice, I especially like to hear a few Spanish verses!
I love, love this song so much, and back in 1988 when the great Earl Thomas Conley and Emmylou Harris made it a wonderful number one duet, I had no idea it was a cover from ten years earlier. Just a wonderful and a beautiful song.. :-]
My heart keeps escaping here, feels the hurt inside, the sunlight keeps dancing through the window while silently my mind catches yesterday, but it keeps being washed with tears, living with "Nam."
Fell in love with JR music in the 70s met him before his show at Nashville North in Taylorsville Illinois at KFC eating chicken with his manager. Still love him today
This is a super beautiful song , written sung and music is simply perfect . No one sing it better than Johnny ! I truly love this song . It has so much heart in it . Thanks to everyone involved with this song & wilburscott . I listen to it a lot .
My wife and I will be married 52 yrs.this coming Julu 30th.We have tried to lived by this song ever since it came out.So pretty and the words are awesome. Thanks for posting it,this is the best version for us.
absolutely a beautiful song, one of my all time favorite songs. thanks to you Wilbur Scott, you have some of the best music on your channel. take care, brother ... COA ...
paintbynumberdreamz Agreed on both points. I wonder who wrote this. I suppose I could look it up somehow. Didn't a duet record this? Maybe Emmy Lou and somone?
paintbynumberdreamz Okay, I'll answer my own question. Written by the great Bob McDill who may be best known for the string of great songs he wrote for Don Williams. Emmylou and Earl Thomas Conley recorded it as a duet.
Know that I really like Johnny Rodriguez song s? Beautiful voice, Riding my thumb to Mexico my favorite song? Thank you very much for sharing ur beautiful voice with us together AMEN ,Maria Luisa Martinez Austin Texas 4/19/2020 ,
Marti We traveled from Kingman, AZ to Branson to attend the performance of Johnny Rodriguez at Lawrence Welk theater on 10/14/16, where he was appearing with Ronnie Milsap. He still has that great voice. He was terrific and we loved every minute of his time on stage!!!!
*_Johnny Rodriguez is a True Texas Treasure_*
My neighbor, Texas Ranger Joaquin Jackson arrested Johnny for stealing goats near Hondo. While sitting in the Uvalde jail, Johnny asked if he could have his guitar. Joaquin, after hearing him play, called a friend of his in the music business and the rest is history. Johnny sang country absolutely wonderfully.
Isn't that the way it goes sometimes? That let's you know it was meant to be!
Is that a true story my Friend?
@@kygreenskeeper8326 Read Joaquin's book. He lays it out.
@@sisleymichael absolutely will..thank you
@@kygreenskeeper8326 I lived it. My Dad was the Baptist preacher. Johnny actually sang at our church several time. My Dad loved him. I did too.
I played drums for Johnny Lee for almost 14 years, so our band was able to back up Johnny Rodriguez on quite a few occasions.
I love his songs and his voice, and a great guy to hang out with.
This song in particular has a special meaning for me.
My mom loved this song so much. I kind of tear up when I hear it.
The first time I played this backing up JR, I almost lost it. I miss you so much Mom.
Johnny Lee is also, Awesome.👍
Your mom is living protected from the erosive waves of time - this is evident in your words. She exists in you. My mom, passed 39 years ago, so young, I as well. Hugged her, she asked, last words - a few more...ours,all positive. Writing since then. She taught me good and moving on , not to look back.
Loved the Johnny Rodriquez sound. Very under rated performer. Make it look so effortless. God Bless.
I've been on a Johnny Rodriguez "marathon" this afternoon! I had forgotten what a SUPER artist he was!!
I have to just could listen to him all the time . His music just helps when you are feeling down.
I've been listening too. Reminds me of my longer da8on the dance floor with my love.
Love his music!
When I start listening to JohnnyR I can't quit. Have to have a "shot" every day!
I had forgotten too! Many great songs.
Nobody, I mean Nobody sings this like Johnny Rodriguez. Perfect, simple with no fluff
SO TRUE...THE BEST.
Haven't heard it in years..beautiful as ever..❤
Saw him at a small venue about 6 months before all this craziness hit! He played all his old hits and I took my 17 year old son with me. We both had a blast!
JR is one of my all time favorites, he does this song just right.
I absolutely love this song...have sence I was 15..I'm 53 now and listen to Johnny's music all the time...thank you for the years Johnny
He was so talented and sing some beautiful country music.
Johnny never achieved the credit he deserved. He was as good as anyone in his prime! This his best song.
I agree with you, he's a great person and friend too. Keep up the good work Johnny.
and better than some
AMEN!
Will be played on my funeral date !!....🙂
Hillbilly Heart was his greatest song imho,I grew up in south Texas when he was big down there,the man put on a great show
Some of us live life and go through trials and tribulations some people could never fathom. I believe Johnny Rodriguez has that kind of life and I can definitely relate. He's one of my favorite country artist and his music got me through some tough times.
I started following Johnny's singing when he first came on the music scene and it is 2024 and I still get a thrill when I hear him.
Great song by Johnny. Love his voice. Really love to hear him and his daughter together. They are great.
Johnny Rodriguez
My favorite
Super Fabulous Country Classic. Thank You
Very much
I gave this song to the man I dated when he had to return back to the U.S after working in my Country for 21/2 years.Did not expect anything from him,because I knew he was returning and possible starting a new life.It so happened that he had never forgotten about me and now we’ve been married for 36 years.Beautiful song and memories!
TY
My all time favorite country song. You just can't beat Johnny. I've been a fan for 40 years. Now I play this on guitar and sing it with my boyfriend, named Johnnie!
Johnny Rodriguez is an artist amongst many others who deserves much more recognition for what he created in his era as an inspiring Hispanic musician in the country music genre.
Aaaawwwww the song....great voice.
Always loved this song though I can't think of any other of Johnny's tunes that moved me
This was mine and my husband's favorite song, we would dance in the parking lot of restaurants if this song came on. Johnny Rodriguez is great. I miss my husband. Thank you JR for your great music.
We believe in happy endings always brings the tears. I miss my love so much. ❤
JR has the most beautiful smile! He was gorgeous back in the day. Love love love his voice!!!😍💕
Love this song and know one does it better then you Johnny Rodriguez ❤
After Vietnam, I dragged my soul on stones and cactus, JR had a soothing effect on this PTSD vet, thanks Johnny, love all your songs. Wish you could live forever, will follow and live til my final breath.
Hang in there brother ,thank you for serving
This vietnam veteran also.
JOHN BELL HOOD!!! One of the great C.S.A. Generals
thank you for your service!
Thank you , John Hood
I hope your still with us
God grant that times have gotten better for you. Just grab hold and hold on tight.
God bless. TC.
A fellow goat thief. Gotta love Texas Hill Country's own.
What a great talent,no auto-tune,I hope he's a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame....
I met Johnny years ago:)
Back in 1995
He’s a great guy, and a truly excellent country music singer:)
Smooth and pretty singing
SO under rated!!!! He was so awesome!
I think I’ve been crazy about Johnny Rodriguez the first time I heard his voice,never had the recognition he should have..I believe in Happy Endings..♥️
Johnny has always been a great singer 😊❤❤❤
Hello So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song
What agreat voice beautiful choice for a song brilliant performance
This was my father's favorite song,when it was playing at his memorial service the floor was soaked with tears.
I have always liked the music of Johnny Rodriguez. Well, the words may sound so simple. At the same time they mean so much in every way.
The song by Johnny, we beleave in happy endings is my favorite song by him ,it's so touching to me .
I'm only 28 but my dad introduced me to this music 6 years ago. We listen to willies roadhouse on suirus radio often. This is my favorite song by JR. Just wish I could get it on i tunes. I consider this kind of music the best country music ever recorded!
YES IT IS, WE NEED MORE OF JOHNNY
Gabriel Martin Good choice 👍
Amen Brother!
I agree! Wish I could find a download of it.
after all these years....Johnny R,...delivers again. What a beautiful song....
Ole Johnny had so many good songs. Always wanted to drink a beer with him. But now I don't drink. This version of his is my favorite. Reminds me of an ex wife of mine.
Very very best version of this song. Thanks Johnny.
Beautiful song, and Johnny is a fabulous singer.
This is my favorite song by my all time favorite singer Johnny Rodriguez! I listen to Johnny almost every day on youtube.
I started playing the guitar when I was 16. “Pass Me By “ was the first song I learned! I’m 60 now! I love his music.
I was lucky to see him in concert at the McAllen Civic Center decades ago (70's). Still enjoying his music after all this time. Very under-rated singer! McAllen Texas!!!
Love Johnny, been a fan ever since I heard him sing in the early seventies. I still listen to his music often.
Johnny was fantastic singer I love his music , God bless you Johnny.
Oh wow, I just love this song and love to hear Johnny sing it. Just can't explain how he gets way down in your heart and feelings. I wish I could see him sing at least one time
Who could not love Johnny? ♥️
This is by far the best version of the song. Should have been a No. 1 hit.
I Love hearing this man sing! He controls my heart
The hurt inside...songs like this are dying with the Singers, but we believe in HAPPY endings as we listen to CDs of the past, the past will never die with us. RIP to those that gave us great entertainment and songs.
Johnny sings with lots of passion and heart. He has always been my favorite country singer, so noble and so down to earth. Blessings to you Johnny Rodriguez
My Dad's favorite song by him. RIP Dad,I will see you on the other side.
A great song preformed by a great singer..
This should be "required" listening for every couple. Makes us realize petty stuff isn't worth the hurt it can cause. Could call this song love's national anthem.
Through 47 years of marriage, with ups but also severe downs, we have persevered. We are now blessed with true happiness in our golden years. This song means everything to us.
I spent 2 tours in iraq and 1 in Afghanistan. I know what your feeling. Music makes the world more tolerable. I know it sucks watching your friends die, and doing the things that no one could ever understand. Hold on my brother. Semper fi
Thank you for posting this song. I searched high and low and finally found it here on YT. One of my favs. Reminds me of old country when, living in NY, I would listen to the only C&W radio station available and it was the disco 70s. My God how I despised that music.
Besides JR who should have been bigger in his day due to his talent and likeability, where are the likes of Johnny Duncan, Eddy Arnold, Charlie Pride, Jim Reeves, the Oak Ridge Boys, Staler Brothers, and Red Steagall today? Miss the old C&W terribly.
2022, still listening to this song. never breaking a lasting memory. The windows to the heart still open for an escape, only this song rides the dreams, the profound classic country.
What a wonderful song,so full of heart.
Wow! The man has such a sweet sweet voice! This was a great song in a great year of my life.
Love this song
He has a rare beautiful voice to any song he sings.love old country the way he pours his heart into his music
I like Johnnys version of this song the best. He's one of my favorites.
I was 7 or 8 yrs old in the early seventies when my father brought home a Johnny Ridriguez album. Loved him ever since. Continue on Rigas.
Beautiful song and JR does it so beautifully. Love him and his music always!
A classic song sung by a true Classic. Johnny Rodriguez is one of a kind, and has the ability to bring tears to your eyes.
One of the best country songs ever!
Fortunately Johnny Rodriguez still does perform quite often in south and west Texas. If your in the Llano, Tx area he will be performing 9/7/17..
I have this song on CD and it amply demonstrates what a great singer Johnny Rodriguez is. It is an awful pity that he is not hitting the charts presently as he used to do with so much regularity back in the 70's and 80's.
We had to call in hospice for Kathryn Amelia McCuiston, when she could enjoy these classic country songs, Johnny Rodriguez was oftened requested...
Thank you from The Family
Very beautiful song
I could listen to this song forever as well as all the other songs...Johnny sings, so much passion in his voice, I especially like to hear a few Spanish verses!
O my what a beautiful song 💧💧💧
I think the word is "heartwarming". Great story of real love, musically nothing better for harmony and the soft sound of violins. Super song!!
WE NEED MORE OF JOHNNY RODRIGUES
One of my favorites, it brings back so many memories.
Terrific song and talent.
THATS A EFFIN BAD ASS COUNTRY JAM
All I can say is What a Song. WOW
He delivered so much emotion in his music.
Beautiful words beautiful music
Beaitiful
Beautiful song. Real country. Real entertainment
As well written song as you will ever hear . Beautifully performed as well .
boy...his voice now is very weak and not very smooth.
I love, love this song so much, and back in 1988 when the great Earl Thomas Conley and Emmylou Harris made it a wonderful number one duet, I had no idea it was a cover from ten years earlier.
Just a wonderful and a beautiful song.. :-]
My heart keeps escaping here, feels the hurt inside, the sunlight keeps dancing through the window while silently my mind catches yesterday, but it keeps being washed with tears, living with "Nam."
What a voice.
Love Johnny R.💖
Hello So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song
Fell in love with JR music in the 70s met him before his show at Nashville North in Taylorsville Illinois at KFC eating chicken with his manager. Still love him today
A superb rendition of one of my very favourite country songs.
....." LIFE IS MUSIC... MUSIC IS LIFE ".....
Truebeliever43
Thanks for sharing, also from vinyl...
I would love so much to go back in time.
Thank you so much for sharing this song. My wife and I love this song.Johnny does it better than anyone.
YOU BETCHA
yes he does!
Yes JR does
Sweet
Ze best
J. R. is from Sabinal, Texas. This version is the best ever recorded. Can't believe it didn't hit #1.
Beautiful song !
This is a super beautiful song , written sung and music is simply perfect . No one sing it better than Johnny ! I truly love this song . It has so much heart in it . Thanks to everyone involved with this song & wilburscott . I listen to it a lot .
Johnny would like to see you again ,(713)7264632
My wife and I will be married 52 yrs.this coming Julu 30th.We have tried to lived by this song ever since it came out.So pretty and the words are awesome. Thanks for posting it,this is the best version for us.
absolutely a beautiful song, one of my all time favorite songs. thanks to you Wilbur Scott, you have some of the best music on your channel. take care, brother
... COA ...
paintbynumberdreamz Agreed on both points. I wonder who wrote this. I suppose I could look it up somehow. Didn't a duet record this? Maybe Emmy Lou and somone?
paintbynumberdreamz Okay, I'll answer my own question. Written by the great Bob McDill who may be best known for the string of great songs he wrote for Don Williams. Emmylou and Earl Thomas Conley recorded it as a duet.
***** Don't know who else did it as a duet but Daniel O'Donnell and Mary Duff have a beautiful duet of this song.
HONEY JOHNNY WROTE THIS SONG
Bob McDill wrote it but Johnny Rodriguez sang it so beautifully in 1978
This guy not only sang well. It was not hard to look at him either.
Know that I really like Johnny Rodriguez song s? Beautiful voice, Riding my thumb to Mexico my favorite song? Thank you very much for sharing ur beautiful voice with us together AMEN ,Maria Luisa Martinez Austin Texas 4/19/2020 ,
In live performances nowadays Johnny sings this with his grown daughter.....They sound very good together....
I had to listen to this one yesterday. It always does the trick. Thanks for posting it...Reaven
He and Freddy Finder gave the meaning of Tex Mex music and no yet comes close to them.
Marti
We traveled from Kingman, AZ to Branson to attend the performance of Johnny Rodriguez at Lawrence Welk theater on 10/14/16, where he was appearing with Ronnie Milsap. He still has that great voice. He was terrific and we loved every minute of his time on stage!!!!