I think this is one of the prettiest songs the Partridge Family has done. Such meaningful lyrics. David's vocal is so beautifully crystal clear and perfect.
With the death of David Cassidy tonight I immediatey thought of this song. Rest in Peace David Cassidy. Another icon of my youth is gone. Sad day for me today.
Wow hard to believe 4 years have passed already. Lucki!y we have not lost any more costars. That is sad he drank much he damaged his liver and kidneys. In addition, he did live long enough to become a granddad. But that is life I guess. A nice song, from an iconic show although I was pre school age then.
This song was so foretelling. It sums up David Cassidy's life and career. I'm sure he, like all of us of that generation, feel as if it all went so fast. We are now ensconced in our sixties and it feels like "only a moment ago" we had our futures ahead of us...thanks David for providing so many fun and happy memories from our pasts.
To the last person's comment; David Cassidy's music made me happy too. Although, to my mind, this was the teen break-up song after your boyfriend LEFT YOU.
A better time. I was in high school and loved Friday night when their show came on. My parents took me to his concert. God bless them! They actually liked it!
David had a light in his eyes no one else had...his voice carried the music right out of his soul. So sad that he is gone but for sure he is in heaven singing with the angels . May beautiful David Rest In Peace. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Some of the the songs they wrote and recorded back then are better than the crap they play on the radio today.I was a partridge fan it was what we grew up with along with the other shows also.It wasn't that bad like all these reality shows they have today.
I fell in love with the sound of his singing voice (on the radio) before I ever saw the series. Then when I DID see the show, I fell in love with his speaking voice. And his laugh. Everything about that guy's vocal chords wooed me. To say nothing of his personality, and his physical persona. With all of that working in his favor, the first time I tuned in to The Partridge Family, that was it for me. Game over. I was 18. But never in love before. How can you be in love with someone you've never been formally introduced to? I was 18. And I let the elders grapple with that one. All I know is I heard his pure voice and my heart followed where it could. His death for me is a mixture of sadness and relief. Relief at the discovery of how much sadness enveloped him throughout his life, that he must be at peace now. I pray that is true. And Sadness for me that I won't get to know him in this world, after all. But in a sense I could get to know him better through his music, if I listened to it all now - for so prolific was his body of work, that he continued his beloved projects up until days before he would succumb, with his body's final fight. But even though he is in Eternity with The Lord now, (which I believe) and is in the best place he could be - he left behind all. Of. His. Life. Work. In his music. So, who, other than his fans would care about that? So, I believe it was his best effort at loving us back. I listen now with a warmth in my heart that God could create such a wonderful human being. I only regret I never met him. But then, there IS Eternity...
I was 6 years old when this album came out. I loved it then and I love it now. This was one of my favourite songs on it and I still blast it. It reminds me of my childhood and when life was easier without any worries or problems!!!
You are so right. I also grew up with the Partridge Family and the songs then were so much better and easier to listen to. Life was also so much simpler.
Yes, Eric and personally I like songs where you can here the singers voice and now the singers have to sing above the acoustics. Some of the singers have no talent.
+renay1958 Life was not really "so much simpler." The Cold War was a hot issue, with both sides ready to hit "that red button" that would start a nuclear war. We were stuck in an unpopular war in Vietnam. The Kent State killing was a recent event and our country was "out of order". Time, of course, has a way of mending old wounds.
+littlemikey1954 Agreed. We had a war where young 18 year olds were getting drafted, we had murderous hippies in the Manson Family, women couldn't get credit in their own name even if they held a job. Flight Attendants were fired for going over a weight limit, woman could get fired for getting pregnant. These were NOT the "good old days".
If you didnt remember the title to this one...You probably wouldnt find it. One of My all time FAv's!!!!!!! So thankyou for giving me some genuine peace from days gone by
I am a generation younger, wow it feels like the the 80's and 90's were yesterday, now they are yesteryear! DC was a lucky man to be part of an iconic show, and have loyal fans for decades. The PF was never my favorite show, but I enjoyed it to some extent. Now a new generation enjoys it.
This song is most difficult and sad for me listening to now. It brings tears reminding me of my Mom who left us on May 30, 2020. RIP Mom, David Cassidy, Suzanne Crough My Mom bought my Sister the Partridge Family Album from 1970 for Christmas in 1971. The Partridge Family TV series was the last and end of an era on TV with shows like Ozzie & Harriet with Ricky Nelson, My Three Sons, the Monkees and the Brady Bunch.
@TheMMT910 I agree with you.Music back then,when we were kids had heart and soul,and was fun to listen to.It was a great time to be a kid/ teenager I don't think the bands or the rock singers of today could come up with stuff like american pie,hotel California and a few others rap,and hip hop is not music
This song can easily be interpreted as a review of David's career & life. This is the first time I've heard it in almost 45 (how can that be???) years. He brought happiness to millions. it's sad to think how his struggles have defined him later in life. I sincerely wish him well.
I am even extra-emotional about this song, now..... How I long to be back during this time, again, with David, and the Show, and the greatest music, ever!!! by the most achingly beautiful man, with the most gorgeous voice !!!!
My sister had such a huge crush on David Cassidy in her teens, and this song was on one of the albums she had. I was 9 years younger. She was beautiful and outgoing and we'd laugh and laugh together when I was a kid. She was the only one in the entire extended family who one would consider kind and unselfish. As my brother said, "she was the best of all of us." When she died suddenly at age 39, her husband and friends threw this holy-roller wake "celebrating her ascension" with all these upbeat songs and happy platitudes. But all I heard over and over in my head then, and for years afterward, was this song. "Why has the music stopped?"
David Cassidy had a great voice, played guitar and piano, was able to write songs, and was also a handsome guy in his heyday. Therefore rightly the greatest teen idol ever. RIP
I remember being jealous that my friend bought this album before me.She let me play this song over and over.Thanks for the Happy memories, one a my favorites.
@TheMMT910 That was from Season 2 and The Whale SOng is another one of those songs that can make you break down.And to think everybody just disses The Partridge Family as mere 70's bubblegum lightweights.....TSK TSK!
Dang, now that brings back my infant years and I LOVE IT !!! I was in a crib and screaming and then I heard David 's voice and went to sleep for sure !!! I mean that in a good way. This music is way under rated by pop cuture. These songs are well, historical of all from the early 70's
Favorite Partridge Family tune. Went to my junior PROM with David Cassidy, or a stand in look alike at a rally actually. The height of my teenage life in West Orange, New Jersey. Everybody seeing us together said, He's her SOCIAL BETTER. Ask me if I cared. They could not have been more JEALOUS. Love you forever Roger Haberman.
To dancingbutrfli: This is from season one of The Partridge Family. The Episode is"Go Directly to Jail!" The song Only A Moment Ago is from "The Partridge Family Album." That's Jeremy on drums!
R.I.P. David Cassidy, I'm a 60 year old male, but back in the early 70's I was (12-13) and just realizing and coming to terms with my sexuality. Mr. Cassidy was my first celebrity crush. Good memories !
I was the same age back then and have lately come to realize how good an entertainer David Cassidy was. The Partridge Family was and is a great program. People seemed to really care for each other, and not pretentious, sarcastic, and generally smarmy acting. I realize it's a tv program, but art imitates life. It's not like tv is now. It's all garbage.
@ahfaxthis Even if the Partridge Family didn't perform them,they were still good songs!I only learned of them in reruns because I would have only been little over a year old when the Partridge Family got cancelled in 1974.
That junior PROM with David Cassidy never seems to have ended. Back at Mountain High School in West Orange, New Jersey. His stand in look alike had cut his hair before that night but by then, I LOVED HOM FOR HIMSELF anyway. Now I dance with my GRANDDAUGHTER. I dipped her the other day to Oh Susanna.
Kind of cool of you ask me. I wonder if it was a real prison or just staged for TV/ movies like Elvis' Jailhouse Rock ? Either way, the Partridge music seems to be soothing and calming the "savage beasts" which I'm sure is the idea here ! Nostalgic video.
This song couldn't have been any more appropriate for this episode!It spoke right to all those prisoners who went wrong.I'll admit that once in a while when I get sad that this song can trigger your my emotions and release them when I'm all by myself.
You guys are lucky! To think that here in Italy (I'm Italian) no one knows this beautiful show! They don't even know who David Cassidy is...what a shame!
Caryl here. Something David said was so profound. Now Danny has it tatooed on his chest ... ...SO MUCH WASTED TIME. Well said and very true. RIP, David. You did good.
On my computer, they play the first half of the song, the the video is the last half of the song and nothing matches - supposed to be over 2 min. but it only lasts l:16. Can someone fix this - this is one of my very favorite songs from the PF and I'd like to see it in it's entirety. It used to play fine - wha happened????????
I think this is one of the prettiest songs the Partridge Family has done. Such meaningful lyrics. David's vocal is so beautifully crystal clear and perfect.
It’s so sad David went through so much He was a wonderful Singer and Actor RIP David Cassidy
We lost him too soon.
Amen...he had a clean pure voice
why can't it be only a moment ago. such a sad yet beautiful song.
David Cassidy was one of a kind beautiful, talented ,sexy man . No one can ever hold a candle to him. RIP David!
Grew up listen to The Partridge Family on 8 track tapes so that tells you how old I am love to watch your TV show to
Me too 💜
With the death of David Cassidy tonight I immediatey thought of this song. Rest in Peace David Cassidy. Another icon of my youth is gone. Sad day for me today.
me too; he was awesome; I still have my DC lunchbox., and my DC haircut; and I'm 60+ yrs old. I love this boy and this generation
It’s like losing a piece of yourself.
Best song of theirs. Them
I am built like Shirley 1972 I am more Tracy's age but think to be age of Laurie !!! Now you know me !!! Thanks for JOY @JEFF BARRY
Beautifully said! What else can be said!!!
Take me back in time----never to return to this era.
Seems like David was here---Only a moment ago. Hard to imagine he is gone now. He will be missed for a very long time. It is a huge loss for so many.
Wow hard to believe 4 years have passed already. Lucki!y we have not lost any more costars. That is sad he drank much he damaged his liver and kidneys. In addition, he did live long enough to become a granddad. But that is life I guess. A nice song, from an iconic show although I was pre school age then.
He was huge part of my childhood happy times it takes me back to happiest times of my life
David had the voice of a angel . May he Rest In Peace.
Perfection everytime RIP SWEET ANGEL
This song was so foretelling. It sums up David Cassidy's life and career. I'm sure he, like all of us of that generation, feel as if it all went so fast. We are now ensconced in our sixties and it feels like "only a moment ago" we had our futures ahead of us...thanks David for providing so many fun and happy memories from our pasts.
61 here.
@@walterpaton8698 He has such a great talent
I am going to have this played at my funeral
I completely agree. Those were the days, right? Today's world seems so fast-paced and a real challenge to live in. Yes, In in my sixties too.
To the last person's comment; David Cassidy's music made me happy too. Although, to my mind, this was the teen break-up song after your boyfriend LEFT YOU.
A better time. I was in high school and loved Friday night when their show came on. My parents took me to his concert. God bless them! They actually liked it!
where did the time go i remember just watching this only a moment ago.
I was a preschooler.
David had a light in his eyes no one else had...his voice carried the music right out of his soul. So sad that he is gone but for sure he is in heaven singing with the angels . May beautiful David Rest In Peace. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Some of the the songs they wrote and recorded back then are better than the crap they play on the radio today.I was a partridge fan it was what we grew up with along with the other shows also.It wasn't that bad like all these reality shows they have today.
i only listen to old music
They all looked so happy when they sang and performed. Seemed like a great family!
You know it wasn't a real family right
Good singer and handsome boy... the perfect combination!
LoveinbloomDC I prayed for a boyfriend like David. Never got.
I fell in love with the sound of his singing voice (on the radio) before I ever saw the series. Then when I DID see the show, I fell in love with his speaking voice. And his laugh. Everything about that guy's vocal chords wooed me. To say nothing of his personality, and his physical persona. With all of that working in his favor, the first time I tuned in to The Partridge Family, that was it for me. Game over. I was 18. But never in love before. How can you be in love with someone you've never been formally introduced to? I was 18. And I let the elders grapple with that one. All I know is I heard his pure voice and my heart followed where it could.
His death for me is a mixture of sadness and relief. Relief at the discovery of how much sadness enveloped him throughout his life, that he must be at peace now. I pray that is true. And Sadness for me that I won't get to know him in this world, after all. But in a sense I could get to know him better through his music, if I listened to it all now - for so prolific was his body of work, that he continued his beloved projects up until days before he would succumb, with his body's final fight. But even though he is in Eternity with The Lord now, (which I believe) and is in the best place he could be - he left behind all. Of. His. Life. Work. In his music. So, who, other than his fans would care about that? So, I believe it was his best effort at loving us back. I listen now with a warmth in my heart that God could create such a wonderful human being. I only regret I never met him. But then, there IS Eternity...
I was 6 years old when this album came out. I loved it then and I love it now. This was one of my favourite songs on it and I still blast it. It reminds me of my childhood and when life was easier without any worries or problems!!!
You are so right. I also grew up with the Partridge Family and the songs then were so much better and easier to listen to. Life was also so much simpler.
Yes, Eric and personally I like songs where you can here the singers voice and now the singers have to sing above the acoustics. Some of the singers have no talent.
+renay1958 Life was not really "so much simpler." The Cold War was a hot issue, with both sides ready to hit "that red button" that would start a nuclear war. We were stuck in an unpopular war in Vietnam. The Kent State killing was a recent event and our country was "out of order". Time, of course, has a way of mending old wounds.
+littlemikey1954
It was a simpler complicated time
L Martinez We were just naive to the amount of horror that was hiding beneath the surface smile of all those "happy" people.
+littlemikey1954 Agreed. We had a war where young 18 year olds were getting drafted, we had murderous hippies in the Manson Family, women couldn't get credit in their own name even if they held a job. Flight Attendants were fired for going over a weight limit, woman could get fired for getting pregnant. These were NOT the "good old days".
Couldn't wait for Friday nights too watch "The Partridge Family"! Had all the albums and bubble gum cards!!
I LOVE WATCHING THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY AWESOME SHOW N THE CAST. CHRIS N TRACY SAID TO THERE MOM MOM HAVE YOU FLIPED.
If you didnt remember the title to this one...You probably wouldnt find it. One of My all time FAv's!!!!!!! So thankyou for giving me some genuine peace from days gone by
R.I.P David. I was just 14 in 1972. Loved the Partridge Family.
I also was 14 in 1972. Loved the Partridge Family and David.
My parents never told me it would go by in an instant. An instant.
I am a generation younger, wow it feels like the the 80's and 90's were yesterday, now they are yesteryear! DC was a lucky man to be part of an iconic show, and have loyal fans for decades. The PF was never my favorite show, but I enjoyed it to some extent. Now a new generation enjoys it.
I forgot about this song....OMG...I love this. Thanks for bringing back a piece of my youth and putting a smile on my face.
2:05-2:18: the inmate pickpocketing Rueben's cigarettes, then asking him for a light! Lol!! Hilarious!!
🤣🤣- Hilarious- loved how they worked a gag into this musical performance
This song is most difficult and sad for me listening to now. It brings tears reminding me of my Mom who left us on May 30, 2020. RIP Mom, David Cassidy, Suzanne Crough My Mom bought my Sister the Partridge Family Album from 1970 for Christmas in 1971. The Partridge Family TV series was the last and end of an era on TV with shows like Ozzie & Harriet with Ricky Nelson, My Three Sons, the Monkees and the Brady Bunch.
Seems like only a moment ago you was in our lives xx can't believe your gone beautiful man xx love you xxxxxxxxx
Love this song. I was just a baby when They played this. My Son is 17 and he likes iT too
I was 3.
@TheMMT910 I agree with you.Music back then,when we were kids had heart and soul,and was fun to listen to.It was a great time to be a kid/ teenager I don't think the bands or the rock singers of today could come up with stuff like american pie,hotel California and a few others rap,and hip hop is not music
This song can easily be interpreted as a review of David's career & life. This is the first time I've heard it in almost 45 (how can that be???) years. He brought happiness to millions. it's sad to think how his struggles have defined him later in life. I sincerely wish him well.
Thank you for sharing these great songs with us - they are all Right On!
Hi beautiful
I was lucky to see him in concert in 1973. RIP.😭
mizkatie3 I heard David was selling out Stadium concerts at age 18.
I saw him in the 90s at the state fair and a book signing.
I am even extra-emotional about this song, now.....
How I long to be back during this time, again, with David, and the Show, and the greatest music, ever!!! by the most achingly beautiful man, with the most gorgeous voice !!!!
God, listen to the lyrics. How prophetic!!!!!!!
What a voice David had !
Oh my god the guy at the end stealing Rubens cigarettes lmao 🤣
My sister had such a huge crush on David Cassidy in her teens, and this song was on one of the albums she had. I was 9 years younger. She was beautiful and outgoing and we'd laugh and laugh together when I was a kid. She was the only one in the entire extended family who one would consider kind and unselfish. As my brother said, "she was the best of all of us." When she died suddenly at age 39, her husband and friends threw this holy-roller wake "celebrating her ascension" with all these upbeat songs and happy platitudes. But all I heard over and over in my head then, and for years afterward, was this song. "Why has the music stopped?"
When life was beautiful and magical Miss David Cassidy so much the way he sang these songs made us interpreted as if we were living it ourselves
I am not afraid anymore. Ready to go. Only a moment ago turned into decades, each sadder than the last
I loved this song....
thanks for sharing!
Seems like it was only a moment ago I was watching this show on TV and enjoying this. RIP David - one of my favorites
Hi beautiful
David Cassidy had a great voice, played guitar and piano, was able to write songs, and was also a handsome guy in his heyday. Therefore rightly the greatest teen idol ever. RIP
Don't forget he was a grate drummer to
Awesome
I remember being jealous that my friend bought this album before me.She let me play this song over and over.Thanks for the Happy memories, one a my favorites.
David...l will allways love you.....you have taken a part of me with you.....RIP Darling...21 November 2017...
This was my favorite band when I was only 5 yrs old aren't they great & they still are today
David Cassidy definitely one of the most underrated vocalists ever. A fine voice.
I thought of this song like others did upon hearing about David's passing. Beautiful song!!
rea nice tune..great show.
Nice cover job on the second verse! Yes, one of my favs too...
Yeah bummer but still one of my favorite singers...
@TheMMT910 That was from Season 2 and The Whale SOng is another one of those songs that can make you break down.And to think everybody just disses The Partridge Family as mere 70's bubblegum lightweights.....TSK TSK!
It truly was "only a moment ago" that were having all of the best laughs and fun that we must never stop focusing on. Stay safe everyone!
Ahh such a baby face! That was a good episode, wish I could be young again and go back in time and fall in love all over again!
I am glad to have the dvd's of the show and these great channels that have these videos. I miss him so much.
6 years ago today we lost the best ever in entertainment to the kids of our generation.
The one and only it guy Keith Partridge.
I love The Partridge Family as well
Heartbroken...RIP David! Only a moment ago.....
Dang, now that brings back my infant years and I LOVE IT !!! I was in a crib and screaming and then I heard David 's voice and went to sleep for sure !!! I mean that in a good way. This music is way under rated by pop cuture. These songs are well, historical of all from the early 70's
The story of my life.
Favorite Partridge Family tune. Went to my junior PROM with David Cassidy, or a stand in look alike at a rally actually. The height of my teenage life in West Orange, New Jersey. Everybody seeing us together said,
He's her SOCIAL BETTER. Ask me if I cared. They could not have been more JEALOUS. Love you forever Roger Haberman.
I’m gonna miss you David, my love! RIP
I wish I could remember the season where they filmed with the whales,that was a pretty song.
Wish we could go back in time to save DAVID 💕💕💕
You're all sooo funny...lol.
Best wishes everyone..:)
All the happy people are outside the prison. Love this song. Love David!!
R I P David ! You were the best thing since Davy Jones Bobby Sherman ! I love you forever !
To dancingbutrfli: This is from season one of The Partridge Family. The Episode is"Go Directly to Jail!" The song Only A Moment Ago is from "The Partridge Family Album." That's Jeremy on drums!
LOVE CHANGED , FROM EVRYONE TO ... ME .. STRANGE WHEN LOVE IS ALL !!
Ralph Boyetchko We must honestly love and know ourselves in order to truly know and love another.
We just got carried away.
Reminds me how important it is to make better decisions as a youth. Everything COUNTS. Someday you may find yourself regretful.
Played this over and over when David died. Such a great loss 💔
R.I.P. David Cassidy, I'm a 60 year old male, but back in the early 70's I was (12-13) and just realizing and coming to terms with my sexuality. Mr. Cassidy was my first celebrity crush. Good memories !
Me too I'm a 56 year old male innocent times
I was the same age back then and have lately come to realize how good an entertainer David Cassidy was. The Partridge Family was and is a great program. People seemed to really care for each other, and not pretentious, sarcastic, and generally smarmy acting. I realize it's a tv program, but art imitates life. It's not like tv is now. It's all garbage.
WTF?
Goes without saying David is perfect.❤🔥Aside from his performance, I love the hilarious bit between Reuben and the prisoner. 🤣❤
@ahfaxthis Even if the Partridge Family didn't perform them,they were still good songs!I only learned of them in reruns because I would have only been little over a year old when the Partridge Family got cancelled in 1974.
David and Shirley actually did sing the others just pretended, Danny bonaduce now does know how to play the bass
Loved David!
BEAUTIFUL. 😍
So beautiful
I'll never get over you. At least I have the time in betted in my heart. It was just a moment in a day or so. But still the best of life.
David had the voice of an angel
Beautiful
it seems like yesterday!
That junior PROM with David Cassidy never seems to have ended. Back at Mountain High School in West Orange, New Jersey. His stand in look alike had cut his hair before that night but by then, I LOVED HOM FOR HIMSELF anyway. Now I dance with my GRANDDAUGHTER. I dipped her the other day to Oh Susanna.
R I P David I miss you I love you !
This song should have a bnillion views....
The Partridge Family playing in a prison, LOL...TOO funny....Johnny Cash I can see!!
Kind of cool of you ask me. I wonder if it was a real prison or just staged for TV/ movies like Elvis' Jailhouse Rock ? Either way, the Partridge music seems to be soothing and calming the "savage beasts" which I'm sure is the idea here ! Nostalgic video.
My Keith forever and ever and the PARTRIDGE FAMILY TOO
Easily my favourite Partridge Family song ..
Ruben Kincaid, manager extraordinaire - getting the band only the best gigs! 😅
This song couldn't have been any more appropriate for this episode!It spoke right to all those prisoners who went wrong.I'll admit that once in a while when I get sad that this song can trigger your my emotions and release them when I'm all by myself.
haha Partridge fam savin souls in the joint!
You guys are lucky! To think that here in Italy (I'm Italian) no one knows this beautiful show! They don't even know who David Cassidy is...what a shame!
I like this song ❤🎉😊
RIP DAVID CASSIDY..
❤❤❤ saudades mais.
I thought I had more time ,. Times run out woh!!. Ice skating . Across the street. Thanks.
Caryl here. Something David said was so profound. Now Danny has it tatooed on his chest ... ...SO MUCH WASTED TIME. Well said and very true. RIP, David. You did good.
On my computer, they play the first half of the song, the the video is the last half of the song and nothing matches - supposed to be over 2 min. but it only lasts l:16. Can someone fix this - this is one of my very favorite songs from the PF and I'd like to see it in it's entirety. It used to play fine - wha happened????????
Chocolate Bar... There you are...
Anyone else feel John Denver vibes from this song? David's tone reminds me of John here...love both of their voices.
Hi Angela
Yes! That high note on "agooooo". Totally John Denver. Beautiful.
RIP
... only a moment ago ...
Suzanne looks looks cute in blue. They all look better in this color.