In June of 2020, I was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. I have been in the fight of my life ever since. My wife, my high school sweetheart, and I celebrated our 56th anniversary this year but our celebration was dampened by the fear of the unknown. She is terrified of what I may have to deal with as my treatment has failed to keep my cancer in check. I have been a long time fan of Ray's beautiful music but it was only recently I found this song. One night I played it for my wife while we slowly danced in our kitchen, as our tears glistened on both our faces. We had been feeling so isolated as my disease progressed but for a moment, that moment, we were newlyweds again. Thank you Ray for such an important and magical piece of music.
Brave words. Please remember that love and pain are in equal measure. I really do wish you well. I also believe that we may all meet up again somewhere, somehow because nobody can explain what happens to our consciousness. You might, one day, meet up with a Liverpool lad called CP !
It is currently 12:39 am. My dad died two weeks ago, and I accidentally stumbled upon this song trying to google the lyrics to another favorite song of his. I can't help but think he or the universe wanted me to find this. His name was Melvin Wayne Bray, and he was the best dad in the world. I love you dad. Enjoy your rest. You deserve to be happy.
Shortly after my Dad told me he had cancer, I sent him this song. I really believed he would make it through. I sit and listen to this now, and think of him, how hard he fought, how brave he was and how much I loved him. ❤
It's 3 am on a sleepless night. My 93 year old dad is in a nursing home with Covid related pneumonia. My nurse daughter who deals directly with Covid patients is dealing with a bout of chronic asthma. I can't be with them right now so I turn to you, Ray and once again, I find comfort in the brilliant humanity of your music. I always do. I'll make it through.
@Lori Greene - sitting on my deck looking out over galveston bay and listening to this song. i'm a grown man and not prone to being emotional but when i read your post, i started crying... what sad and uncertain times we are experiencing. i hope the best for you.
This song reminds me of my son we lost to suicide in Nov 2020 we always made it through all of life’s challenges. He was an extra ordinary ER nurse for 20 plus years. He was very knowledgeable in whatever encountered. He loved the outdoors and hunting. He loved animals especially dogs. But most of all he Loved his children. He worked hard in life, he was driven to be the best at all he did. He loved his spouse, even when there were problems . He never wanted to give up, then one day was harder than the next and he couldn’t find the peace and the reality he was facing. He gave in once again to being replaced by someone else. Or replaced to live in the lies and torment of his decease PTSD from dealing with all he had faced. God knows I miss him beyond belief, but I pray he is living on in a place of peace and still sharing his medical knowledge and abilities. I Love You Son and Miss You
I lost my hubby to cancer and just a short time later I lost my 25 yo daughter suddenly to blood clots. Horrible!! But God has helped me get through these tragedies
Joanie, Sorry for the loss of your beloved son. I lost my baby brother to suicide 14 years ago. Depression was something he could not rise above, even with counciling and anti-depression medication. He was 45 years old and left a wife and three kids. I did not get the chance to say goodbye to him. At his funeral, his church pastor used Psalm 91 to relate how, if we seek God, He is there to love and protect us. At the time, it didn't make sense to me as to how this Psalm fit the circumstances of my brother leaving us. Now, I understand it was a message directed at those who loved him. I hope you read and understand what Psalm 91 is saying. It now brings comfort and hope to me as I read it daily. God bless you Joanie, as we wait to see our loved ones again.
@@ronhammons9264 Thank you I will. I have joined a group called Heartstrings, it is for mothers who have lost a child . It is faith based and is helping me through this. It never leaves us even though I have a Daughter and My oldest Son who are grieving also there is not much help other than our faith in God to carry us on. Thank you for taking the time to reach out in a positive response. Gods Blessings to you !
I lost my wife to cancer 3 months ago. I had not heard this song until last week. I would always tell Rosanna that when we were facing life’s challenges that we have always made it through, and we always will. Now, this song reminds me of her so much every time I hear it and I play it every night. I miss her so much.
She probably sent u that song Mark....don't ever doubt her being around u. When u c, hear or smell something, anything....or a sign that reminds u of her....it IS Her trying to let u Know she is around u. She Will Always Be Around u, guiding u & trying to comfort u. I know this from my own experience. U're Souls Will Forever Be Connected, please know this 💞
If you are listening to this song with a loved one hold them tight because a successful marriage is watching the other one die. My dad died 2 years ago. I've watched my mom pass away a little more everyday since. We exchange half of our hearts to our loved one and when they are no longer there they take their half back, leaving a giant void of grief behind. Truth be told, it's not going to get any better and it's not going to be okay. Your golden years are in your twenties and end in your late thirties.
I weirdly had the urge to listen to Ray after not listening to/thinking about him for years. To find out he had just released a new song a couple of hours ago. THE UNIVERSE works in mysterious ways.. something brought me here
He does not get the recognition or acknowledgement he should. He is ten times some of the mainstream "artists" out there. Pure talent, passion and a true master of his art. Thanks Ray!
well, he won the best contemporary folk album grammy for god willin' and the creek don't rise and beg, steal or borrow was nominated for song of the year. He's been nominated and won several other acclaimed awards for his music. They definitely don't play him on the radio enough but it's hard to say he hasn't been recognized for his talent.
I think he has shaped his career exactly as he wants. He lacks the desire to be famous to be really famous. Look at his limited touring for a start. I saw him in Manchester at the Bridgewater Hall and he could have taken that style of performance to the top of the charts and beyond yet he turned his back on it. And good on him, I don't like his latest works and for that I also applaud him because he is not letting himself be stuck in one place. I was so excited for his collaboration with Dan Aurbach and was left cold by it, but again, he went int he direction he wanted. Gotta love an artist who says "to hell with what 'they' want, I am doing what I want".
my lovely wife of 4 years, my lover of 6, best friend of 8, and the mother of my beautiful sweet darling girl died december 23rd 2015, and one of my biggest regrets is her not being alive to hear this beautiful song with me, by one of our favorite singer-songwritters. we loved ray, and often danced together alone to his music. i know we would have danced to this..... RIP Ashley my darling love
Hold sweet the memories. Her memory is made of light. Remember her as she was & always know that as long as you carry her in your heart, she is always with you. True story. ♥️
This song is dedicated to my Beautiful Wife. When we started our life together, times were hard. Do you remember that $20 loveseat we bought after we just got married? My little Toyota was never the same after we hauled it home. We tore the floor and the walls out of our bathroom and two weeks later it was the nicest room in our little house. Storms and clouds came. So, we danced in the pouring rain. We replaced windows and tore down old gutters. We replaced radiators, starters, and alternators in our little cars. You worked two jobs and I stayed up late writing papers. You pushed me and told me everything would be okay. Had to replace the refrigerator, but had nothing to spoil. Then, July came and our air-conditioning unit retired. So, we continued to dance in the rain. Fresh cooked bacon, coffee, and our children's laughter made me feel like a king. So, I dug in deeper and pushed harder. You pushed even harder with that wonderful smile. Looking out the window now, my father passed away. I called to say that I needed you and you came right away. You told me everything would be okay. Struggling to make the light bill now, down to one car and one last prayer. Lilly needs eye surgery. It's January now, our stove, hot water heater and clothes dryer has gone out. You look me in the eyes and tell me to hold on. So, we continue dancing in the pouring rain. Tears roll down my cheeks as I sit on our little puke green loveseat with a 45 pressed against my head. I can hear my children laughing as they play in the yard. You sit across from me now and tears roll down your cheeks too. I can't hear the clock on the wall behind me. The sound of my children playing and birds chirping in the trees has stopped. You look at me, your voice beings to crack as you say, it's going to be okay, because it's suppose to rain later on and you owe me another dance.
@@TheRainbow Do you remember those times? As a child. As a young adult. Those times when this world still held in tact? Those times when words, actions. Physical touch. When they stood for something universal and solid. Man, to me, is it getting ever so harder to remember those times. I can only hope you are holding on to them yourself.
@@loganbrooks1409 absolutely. Reminds me I guess of my childhood, which would be early 80s. Kids didn't have to worry about checking in, you came home when the street light came on. You were gone all day. Parents didnt have to worry. No cell phones, computers, video games. Lay on the ground and look at the sky.... wish sometimes I could go back 🌈❤
@@TheRainbow I too would have been near that era. Those times stood in the air like fireflies. They seem to leave me with a glow all these years later. I think back on them and do not necessarily want them back. I simply dont want them to dissolve. However, at times in this age you get lost trying to overcome the complicated nature of humans and of relationships, and of emotion. I guess in some way I feel I was maybe born a few decades too late. Maybe a century or two too late? But the beauty of what you speak of and of what we both know as our past. It is a beauty that can never fade fully. Lets hold on to them. Maybe our paths may cross some day. When they do, a simple glance may be just enough.
Such an amazing song. I shared with my dad and he said that he and my mom slow danced to it and she cried. Which made me want to cry lol. So simple but so touching. Thank you Ray.
I am an elder now, I always held my own despite the troubles along the way. But I have to say the tears and heartache confronted me after I stumbled upon Mr. Rays music. Thank you. Peace 💫
We were four brothers. The oldest died several years ago. The second died yesterday. The third died on the day he was born in 1946. I'm the last one, and I'm the youngest at 72. This life sometimes starts to burn ... but, making it through
@ Tim Franke ... I feel the same. I'll miss this place when it's time, but if I see my mom and my pups again, all will be well. 💚 all the animals & all the music and the few human souls I've loved in this life, please be there... i miss you.
My son's father just passed away not even a week ago. I stumbled across this song. I've been listening to it a lot lately. Helps me get through the day a little
I love this song. I used to tell my son that if we stick together, we'll get through anything. We did. As long as you love each other, you can get through everything.
Listening to Rays music is like riding a train from coast to coast. We know where we got on. We made it to our seats. We started looking out the window and watched all the beautiful scenery pass by. The train goes fast... it goes slow....it makes turns. But you realize it’s a long beautiful ride. Some things feel familiar, some are seen for the first time. Some things make you smile... some make you cry. You remember things you’ve forgotten. You look forward to things ahead. You are grateful you are onboard. You hear that magical voice and you know you are on a journey.... and everything is going to be ok!!!
The comments about this song are so prolific. Like the other gentleman I lost my wife of 33 years to cancer and was watching this season of Virgin River and this song came on and immediately knew it was Ray and brought me to tears. Unfortunately I knew in my heart she was not going to make it. 😢 I kept playing this song over and over…
You honored her, you honor her now, and you will honor her in the moments to come by cherishing her memory, celebrating her life, and staying strong, positive, happy… If/when I leave my family, these are the things I would want them to remember, especially when they are missing me… I don’t think we are ever too far away from each other… I know she is proud and honored by your words, and love… And, that can apply to so many people here… I will say prayers for strength you you, and everyone who has shared what they have been getting through… 🕊️
For my sweets- listening to this for the first time while waiting outside of the hospital during you're in chemo treatment. I can't be by your side but I'm always here for you. The appointment today was so scary because we were waiting to find out how your body was responding to the treatment. So happy to finally get some good news! You are my shining star darling sauce! My eternal sweets!
I had cancer a few years ago but with an operation to remove the cancerous growth and chemotherapy I beat it.....hope you’re good news carries on. Take care 😊
EVERYBODY!! CALL YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION AND REQUEST THIS SONG AS MUCH AS YOU CAN! THIS SHOULD BE THE SONG OF THE PANDEMIC RECOVERY! IT'S ABOUT TIME RAY WON A GRAMMY OR SOMETHING! THANK YOU RAY!!!!!
It’s late, almost 3am. I’m missing my wife. Haven’t seen her in 6 months cause of COVID. I need her so bad and I’m so scared of losing her. Listening to this song kinda gives me hope and for a second soothes the pain. If you have someone hold them tight, don’t take them for granted cause you never know. I’d die for just a minute to hold her right now...
oh my gosh, I just discovered this song and it made me stop everything I was doing and listen, and listen and listen again. I listened multiple times, looked up the lyrics, watched his videos and cried. Ray, I love your music. My prayers for you, your lovely wife and family. Much love from Bend Oregon.
This song gave me goose bumps for my tears to go over but I love it and I know I'm not alone. Survived Vietnam, oldest of 5 siblings and I've lost two brothers, both my parents and no stranger to heart break and pain and divorce. We make it through but sometimes I don't know how, couldn't without some dear friends. Soch...whoever you are...thank you, you have my love and heart, what's left of it...love to those who still love....
I have Just Loved Ray Lamontagne from. The very beginning...saw him 3 times in one year...my boyfriend was definitely not Happy. I think he is just a Prophetic Soul put on this Earth, and, then there are His songs, which are simply Masterful, Beautiful and God God Given... thank You Ray...
I can still remember the exact intersection I was sitting at when I first heard Ray's voice on the radio. I was grateful for that red light. God, Ray. You did it again.
Centennial Park in Sydney, Australia. He was a support for a gig there in 2005. As I approached the area I still remember the chills when “alllll of this around us will fall over” echoed thru the trees.
I’m so glad he’s back. Ray’s music helped me through depression in middle and high school. To this day, even. This dropped at the perfect time too. I felt like I was losing my mind
Earlier in my life, I battled post partum depression that nearly killed me, quite literally. Even that didn't prepare me for growing old alone though. It seems at the lowest periods of my life, I turn to you Ray. We've shared some dark, desperate moments...im making it through this one, I promise. ❤
My husband and I lost both his parents 2 yrs ago. Then my husband had a heart attack right before he had to have open heart surgery. Then my Daddy, by best friend passed away. Then my best 😮girlfriend since we were just kids died, and then my mama a year later. Just seemed to be no end in losing our special loved ones. It’d about done me end but my husband has this way of making me feel comforted and that we are gonna make it thru. He’s my rock God brought into my broken heart and life. I love you Rick. I’d never find another you.
💔Sadly, there are poor souls in the world who’ve waxed bitter, and cold, lacking the sensitivities they may’ve had before the rains came…. …meaning, they were hurt so deeply that when loved ones made efforts to comfort them, were not only inconsolable, but were also insulted having mistaken someone’s efforts for being seen as weak, and from there, begin building walls up to protect themselves, and be perceived like the Rock of Gibraltar strong, instead of embracing pain the natural way, going through the process of healing by feeling it, and with time, often one is able to re~open their heart to love once again… The trouble with putting walls up to purposefully prevent our heart’s from being broken again is to be emotionally crippled unable to feel passion, inspirations, excitements, grief, joy, sadness, hope, love, and all the rest! Without feelings, it’s as if you’ve already died, and over time, without loving and being loved, the heart waxes mean, and bitter, and cold like a stone that feels nothing…. So anyone who hits the 👎🏻to Ray’s beautiful heartfelt songs, sung by his uniquely comforting voice, should only be pitied since they’re probably carrying around a very heavy, hardened heart…. 🙏🏻💔🕊
I love the way that he has used the imagery from the Great Depression linking that with what we are now experiencing with Covid19. And then he writes the words and a melody that are timeless - a beautiful song and optimistic about the future.
Janet Galasso Yes. I have similar photographs of my Grandparents and their immediate families who lost more than half of their siblings during the 1918 pandemic.
LyRiCs: "We'll Make It Through" Had our share of the pain Of the clouds, and the rain Lean on me, and I'll lean on you And together, we'll get through We always do We always do Hello, you're scared 'cause you can't see the light You toss and turn through the night Holdin' me, and I'm holdin' you And together, we'll get through We always do We always do We always do Where do you go, when there's no road to follow? Faces look hollow, only strangers to you, now Where do you turn, when this livin' starts to burn through Layers that you learned wrap around your heart somehow I turn to you I always do I always do I turn to you Hello, you're scared, can't see the light Gotta believe it's gonna be alright Lean on me, and I'll lean on you And together, we'll get through We always do We always do We always do We'll make it through We always do We always do
I wish my beautiful wife was alive today so I could play her this song.... I miss you Ashley, my love, my soulmate, my best friend. RIP 02/28/93 - 12/23/15
Came across this song just when I needed it. My husband has been sick since August with Covid pneumonia and is in a skilled nursing facility. Haven't hugged him or touched him since August. He's getting nearer the finish line but it's going to be a completely different life. This song brought me comfort. Thank you.
My husband got through Covid and learned how to walk again and was almost close to his normal self. Then life came and took another turn on us. He was just diagnosed with moderate to severe dementia. I'm heartbroken. We've been through so much together. This just breaks my heart.
I had the privilege to meet this man back in the day. One of the most surreal experiences ever. Though the conversation was about illinois corn fields i realized how much i care for his music and think he is a beautiful person.
A cold wet, superb afternoon and a strong dark beer in hand. The current mess around us all makes this sublime music even more joyous. It's perfect Ray. Thanks mate. From Byron Bay, Australia.
I do not know how I missed this guy in my almost 70 years . I could say the same about Chris Stapleton, Leella James, or Joe Bonamassa. I close my eyes and I am on a rocking chair on a summer day in New England. Thanks great work!..................................
Hello from Adelaide, Australia on a beautiful sunrise.... yes his music is truly beautiful and calming. I'm looking out over the water on my front lawn ... it's so peaceful and my thoughts are of this troubled World of ours right now ... but we'll get through, we always do. ✌
Caroline Leaf, a neuro-scientist said in an interview that we don't get over grief or trauma, we get through it. I lost my parents and two brothers and felt like my world had stopped. After listening to Caroline Leaf, I had more courage and strength to carry on. Thank you Ray for this beautiful music, helping us all get through whatever we have to face in this life.
@@raylamontagnemusic8200 I would have loved to attend a concert, however, I live in South Africa, and have not been able to travel outside of the African Continent. Hope to do so one day.
Battling life's storms, this song serves as a gentle harbor. In moments when I feel hollow and isolated, it wraps me in a warm embrace, whispering assurances of hope and healing into my soul with each note. Thank you for always being there, Ray. Your gift heals and shines through vastly.
#RAYLAMONTAGNE #MONOVISION Listening to your music is like watching a painter like Michaelangelo or Rembrandt create a masterpiece. You are a gifted poet and musician 😀👍👍👍🎸🥁🎹🎸💙💛💚🧡💜❤️💖
Lost my nephew a month ago and we would always be there for one another. I could count on him, he could count on me. Boy do I miss him and this hits so hard cause he's gone and now it's just I.
From shack in South’ to being a orphanage to the homeless streets of big city pulled myself up and got skills in building industry worked my ass off saved my earning for years now I old it paid off I doing great! We always can make it no sad stories!😎👍
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In June of 2020, I was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. I have been in the fight of my life ever since. My wife, my high school sweetheart, and I celebrated our 56th anniversary this year but our celebration was dampened by the fear of the unknown. She is terrified of what I may have to deal with as my treatment has failed to keep my cancer in check. I have been a long time fan of Ray's beautiful music but it was only recently I found this song. One night I played it for my wife while we slowly danced in our kitchen, as our tears glistened on both our faces. We had been feeling so isolated as my disease progressed but for a moment, that moment, we were newlyweds again. Thank you Ray for such an important and magical piece of music.
Brave words. Please remember that love and pain are in equal measure. I really do wish you well. I also believe that we may all meet up again somewhere, somehow because nobody can explain what happens to our consciousness. You might, one day, meet up with a Liverpool lad called CP !
I have read cancer is caused by parasites and can be treated very effectively by Ivermectin. Please research. I will remember you at Mass today!
I wish you with all my heart that you find a treatment that can help you, and that you can continue to be as happy with your wife.
That night right there, is the success that cannot be bought. You too made it you found it. Sending so much love to you both from Ireland xx
I hope you are doing well. I am praying for you and your wife. . . .
It is currently 12:39 am. My dad died two weeks ago, and I accidentally stumbled upon this song trying to google the lyrics to another favorite song of his. I can't help but think he or the universe wanted me to find this. His name was Melvin Wayne Bray, and he was the best dad in the world. I love you dad. Enjoy your rest. You deserve to be happy.
I am so sorry for your loss
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I'm sorry for your loss.
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Shortly after my Dad told me he had cancer, I sent him this song. I really believed he would make it through. I sit and listen to this now, and think of him, how hard he fought, how brave he was and how much I loved him. ❤
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You will see him again ❤
Beautiful ❤xxxxxxx
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It's 3 am on a sleepless night. My 93 year old dad is in a nursing home with Covid related pneumonia. My nurse daughter who deals directly with Covid patients is dealing with a bout of chronic asthma. I can't be with them right now so I turn to you, Ray and once again, I find comfort in the brilliant humanity of your music. I always do. I'll make it through.
Lori Greene , hope you see them both soon.
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Thank you. You're very kind. Stay well.
@Lori Greene - sitting on my deck looking out over galveston bay and listening to this song.
i'm a grown man and not prone to being emotional but when i read your post, i started crying... what sad and uncertain times we are experiencing.
i hope the best for you.
All the best for you.
Praying for healing and comfort!
This song reminds me of my son we lost to suicide in Nov 2020 we always made it through all of life’s challenges. He was an extra ordinary ER nurse for 20 plus years. He was very knowledgeable in whatever encountered. He loved the outdoors and hunting. He loved animals especially dogs.
But most of all he Loved his children. He worked hard in life, he was driven to be the best at all he did.
He loved his spouse, even when there were problems .
He never wanted to give up, then one day was harder than the next and he couldn’t find the peace and the reality he was facing. He gave in once again to being replaced by someone else. Or replaced to live in the lies and torment of his decease PTSD from dealing with all he had faced. God knows I miss him beyond belief, but I pray he is living on in a place of peace and still sharing his medical knowledge and abilities.
I Love You Son and Miss You
Hi Mate, Just read the story wow,life is tuff and soft,my second wife says if its your time to go its your time to go ,we don't no y .x
I'm so sorry to read this take care ❤
I lost my hubby to cancer and just a short time later I lost my 25 yo daughter suddenly to blood clots. Horrible!! But God has helped me get through these tragedies
Joanie, Sorry for the loss of your beloved son. I lost my baby brother to suicide 14 years ago. Depression was something he could not rise above, even with counciling and anti-depression medication. He was 45 years old and left a wife and three kids. I did not get the chance to say goodbye to him. At his funeral, his church pastor used Psalm 91 to relate how, if we seek God, He is there to love and protect us. At the time, it didn't make sense to me as to how this Psalm fit the circumstances of my brother leaving us. Now, I understand it was a message directed at those who loved him. I hope you read and understand what Psalm 91
is saying. It now brings comfort and hope to me as I read it daily. God bless you Joanie, as we wait to see our loved ones again.
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Thank you I will. I have joined a group called Heartstrings, it is for mothers who have lost a child . It is faith based and is helping me through this. It never leaves us even though I have a Daughter and My oldest Son who are grieving also there is not much help other than our faith in God to carry us on. Thank you for taking the time to reach out in a positive response. Gods Blessings to you !
Ray’s music feels like home.
We live in the same house then 😄
Correction: Ray IS home
Agree 👍
The perfect way to describe it ❤
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I lost my wife to cancer 3 months ago. I had not heard this song until last week. I would always tell Rosanna that when we were facing life’s challenges that we have always made it through, and we always will. Now, this song reminds me of her so much every time I hear it and I play it every night. I miss her so much.
I lost my husband to cancer five years ago. Ray is the best remedy I can think of. Peace to you.
So sorry for your loss. She will be with you always in your heart 💜
I'm Sorry.
So very sorry for your loss😞
She probably sent u that song Mark....don't ever doubt her being around u.
When u c, hear or smell something, anything....or a sign that reminds u of her....it IS Her trying to let u Know she is around u.
She Will Always Be Around u, guiding u & trying to comfort u.
I know this from my own experience. U're Souls Will Forever Be Connected, please know this 💞
May God bless you all! I hope you all made it through,❤
I also love Rsy's tunes
I heard somebody say, "beautiful things don't ask for attention." That holds true for Ray.
I love that.
Jeremy Heartriter2.0 beautiful
Beautiful song soft on the heart 💞💞💞
We always do!! I will lean on you
Absolutely love Ray
If you are listening to this song with a loved one hold them tight because a successful marriage is watching the other one die. My dad died 2 years ago. I've watched my mom pass away a little more everyday since. We exchange half of our hearts to our loved one and when they are no longer there they take their half back, leaving a giant void of grief behind. Truth be told, it's not going to get any better and it's not going to be okay. Your golden years are in your twenties and end in your late thirties.
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If you're watching this in 2024, I love you and you're not alone.
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Thank you Soch! I am scared! But I'm trying to hang. It's not easy!
Thank you ☺️💓 same to youuu
Thank you I needed that💜🦋
Thanks, Soch- love you
@@rhondacook4302 my love and support to you💜.
I weirdly had the urge to listen to Ray after not listening to/thinking about him for years. To find out he had just released a new song a couple of hours ago. THE UNIVERSE works in mysterious ways.. something brought me here
Emma Lilley I’m a believer. ✋🏻
Happened the same to me!✨
Funny, I just played some of his music 2 weeks ago. This is beautiful, as usual.
the full moon the other night in scorpio had an extra psychic edge to it if you take stock in astrology
How could you not listen to Ray for years?????????????????????????
He does not get the recognition or acknowledgement he should. He is ten times some of the mainstream "artists" out there. Pure talent, passion and a true master of his art. Thanks Ray!
Ray doesn't care about that.
Sometimes it"s best to be undiscovered, so you & your music don't get burned out , i love this song & his music in general..
well, he won the best contemporary folk album grammy for god willin' and the creek don't rise and beg, steal or borrow was nominated for song of the year. He's been nominated and won several other acclaimed awards for his music. They definitely don't play him on the radio enough but it's hard to say he hasn't been recognized for his talent.
You are all right. ❤️❤️
I think he has shaped his career exactly as he wants. He lacks the desire to be famous to be really famous. Look at his limited touring for a start. I saw him in Manchester at the Bridgewater Hall and he could have taken that style of performance to the top of the charts and beyond yet he turned his back on it. And good on him, I don't like his latest works and for that I also applaud him because he is not letting himself be stuck in one place. I was so excited for his collaboration with Dan Aurbach and was left cold by it, but again, he went int he direction he wanted. Gotta love an artist who says "to hell with what 'they' want, I am doing what I want".
my lovely wife of 4 years, my lover of 6, best friend of 8, and the mother of my beautiful sweet darling girl died december 23rd 2015, and one of my biggest regrets is her not being alive to hear this beautiful song with me, by one of our favorite singer-songwritters. we loved ray, and often danced together alone to his music. i know we would have danced to this..... RIP Ashley my darling love
You have GODS PROMISE
ONCE AGAIN
U WILL DANCE TOGETHER!
In Jesus name
God Bless.
I'm so sorry...may she rest in peace.
Hold sweet the memories. Her memory is made of light. Remember her as she was & always know that as long as you carry her in your heart, she is always with you. True story.
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@@paultaddeo5378
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Soo soo 😞 sorry for your loss
This song is dedicated to my Beautiful Wife. When we started our life together, times were hard. Do you remember that $20 loveseat we bought after we just got married? My little Toyota was never the same after we hauled it home. We tore the floor and the walls out of our bathroom and two weeks later it was the nicest room in our little house. Storms and clouds came. So, we danced in the pouring rain. We replaced windows and tore down old gutters. We replaced radiators, starters, and alternators in our little cars.
You worked two jobs and I stayed up late writing papers. You pushed me and told me everything would be okay. Had to replace the refrigerator, but had nothing to spoil. Then, July came and our air-conditioning unit retired. So, we continued to dance in the rain. Fresh cooked bacon, coffee, and our children's laughter made me feel like a king. So, I dug in deeper and pushed harder. You pushed even harder with that wonderful smile.
Looking out the window now, my father passed away. I called to say that I needed you and you came right away. You told me everything would be okay. Struggling to make the light bill now, down to one car and one last prayer. Lilly needs eye surgery. It's January now, our stove, hot water heater and clothes dryer has gone out. You look me in the eyes and tell me to hold on. So, we continue dancing in the pouring rain.
Tears roll down my cheeks as I sit on our little puke green loveseat with a 45 pressed against my head. I can hear my children laughing as they play in the yard. You sit across from me now and tears roll down your cheeks too. I can't hear the clock on the wall behind me. The sound of my children playing and birds chirping in the trees has stopped. You look at me, your voice beings to crack as you say, it's going to be okay, because it's suppose to rain later on and you owe me another dance.
I always do 🎉
Anybody else lost? Just drifting in a sense right now? Thinking of places years down the road.
Absolutely 🌈❤
@@TheRainbow Do you remember those times? As a child. As a young adult. Those times when this world still held in tact? Those times when words, actions. Physical touch. When they stood for something universal and solid. Man, to me, is it getting ever so harder to remember those times. I can only hope you are holding on to them yourself.
@@loganbrooks1409 absolutely. Reminds me I guess of my childhood, which would be early 80s. Kids didn't have to worry about checking in, you came home when the street light came on. You were gone all day. Parents didnt have to worry. No cell phones, computers, video games. Lay on the ground and look at the sky.... wish sometimes I could go back 🌈❤
@@TheRainbow I too would have been near that era. Those times stood in the air like fireflies. They seem to leave me with a glow all these years later. I think back on them and do not necessarily want them back. I simply dont want them to dissolve. However, at times in this age you get lost trying to overcome the complicated nature of humans and of relationships, and of emotion. I guess in some way I feel I was maybe born a few decades too late. Maybe a century or two too late? But the beauty of what you speak of and of what we both know as our past. It is a beauty that can never fade fully. Lets hold on to them. Maybe our paths may cross some day. When they do, a simple glance may be just enough.
reminds me of youth in the south , watching the stars at night and wondering what my future would be like .
Such an amazing song. I shared with my dad and he said that he and my mom slow danced to it and she cried. Which made me want to cry lol. So simple but so touching. Thank you Ray.
Emily Holloway that’s beautiful Emily
And now after reading your comment I´m crying too
Thank you for sharing Emily ♥️🙏
Nice!
That's a touching moment. It is a great song, I just found it on the radio just a minute ago.
If Human Beings are still around 100 years from now, this song will still be heard. It truly is that Profound. 💜
I am an elder now, I always held my own despite the troubles along the way. But I have to say the tears and heartache confronted me after I stumbled upon Mr. Rays music. Thank you. Peace 💫
I hear you, i'm 68 🙏
I hear you....i'm 53
I hear you also, I'm 70.
Hello Dear, how’re you doing today?
It’s nice meeting you on here.
I'm 65,love his music!!4:20!!✌💜💙👍🦋
We were four brothers. The oldest died several years ago. The second died yesterday. The third died on the day he was born in 1946. I'm the last one, and I'm the youngest at 72. This life sometimes starts to burn ... but, making it through
You are heard. Hold on, OK?
Never heard of this fella and just fell in here. Some days ya get lucky.
Or directions from a Higher Power.
You will never be the same...
I’ve been a fan of his for over 10 years. When I get in a funk, I listen to his music.
Beyond LUCKY.....try BLESSED.
Meant to be😉
This man hollows out my soul & refills it with something i cant describe. If eternity has his music & my dog in it ill be one happy person.
@ Tim Franke,
Heaven is going to have much better music. I pray that you will be part of the worship team.🙏🤗
I cant describe it either, but I know exactly what you are saying. My dogs get it too, I think.
@ Tim Franke ... I feel the same. I'll miss this place when it's time, but if I see my mom and my pups again, all will be well. 💚 all the animals & all the music and the few human souls I've loved in this life, please be there... i miss you.
@@victoriahmyoung Oh they do, the dogs that is!!
My son's father just passed away not even a week ago. I stumbled across this song. I've been listening to it a lot lately. Helps me get through the day a little
I love this song. I used to tell my son that if we stick together, we'll get through anything. We did. As long as you love each other, you can get through everything.
Yes keep your son by you always x
Listening to Rays music is like riding a train from coast to coast. We know where we got on. We made it to our seats. We started looking out the window and watched all the beautiful scenery pass by. The train goes fast... it goes slow....it makes turns. But you realize it’s a long beautiful ride. Some things feel familiar, some are seen for the first time. Some things make you smile... some make you cry. You remember things you’ve forgotten. You look forward to things ahead. You are grateful you are onboard. You hear that magical voice and you know you are on a journey.... and everything is going to be ok!!!
Beautiful song and comment...!!
I bet you could write a Song for Ray.
what a wonderful analogy! Maybe you should write a song for him! :) He is such a wonderful talented musician/singer!
You should be a writer!
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I love your Interpretation, thanks for putting it into words !
The comments about this song are so prolific. Like the other gentleman I lost my wife of 33 years to cancer and was watching this season of Virgin River and this song came on and immediately knew it was Ray and brought me to tears. Unfortunately I knew in my heart she was not going to make it. 😢 I kept playing this song over and over…
You honored her, you honor her now, and you will honor her in the moments to come by cherishing her memory, celebrating her life, and staying strong, positive, happy… If/when I leave my family, these are the things I would want them to remember, especially when they are missing me… I don’t think we are ever too far away from each other… I know she is proud and honored by your words, and love… And, that can apply to so many people here… I will say prayers for strength you you, and everyone who has shared what they have been getting through… 🕊️
For my sweets- listening to this for the first time while waiting outside of the hospital during you're in chemo treatment. I can't be by your side but I'm always here for you. The appointment today was so scary because we were waiting to find out how your body was responding to the treatment. So happy to finally get some good news! You are my shining star darling sauce! My eternal sweets!
Aww bless you and your love hopefully he or she recovers and you will have everything u need in your life. I'm gonna pray for u.
I had cancer a few years ago but with an operation to remove the cancerous growth and chemotherapy I beat it.....hope you’re good news carries on. Take care 😊
Your comments brought tears to my eyes. Be safe and be well ❤️
EVERYBODY!! CALL YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION AND REQUEST THIS SONG AS MUCH AS YOU CAN! THIS SHOULD BE THE SONG OF THE PANDEMIC RECOVERY!
IT'S ABOUT TIME RAY WON A GRAMMY OR SOMETHING!
THANK YOU RAY!!!!!
amen
YES
This song has been my musical touchstone since I discovered it a few months back. I listen to it several times a day. It's a balm for a weary soul...
i will definitely be playing his songs on my show most friday nights over here in scotland
I'm playing it this week on my show Miss Deborah's Savvy Tunes on KCIW 100.7 fm,on our small community radio station! I"m so happy I stumbled upon it!
Just heard this as opening on an episode of Virgin River. Hauntingly beautiful
There's a kind of melancholy he creates with his music. I can't even explain.
BRILLIANCE!!!???
A yearning for those good old days that have left a sweet taste in your tears...
I think it is the vibrato in his voice that gives it such emotional depth
Akash, my son when he was a little boy used to say "dad this is Angel Music" when he heard songs like this"
It’s late, almost 3am. I’m missing my wife. Haven’t seen her in 6 months cause of COVID. I need her so bad and I’m so scared of losing her. Listening to this song kinda gives me hope and for a second soothes the pain. If you have someone hold them tight, don’t take them for granted cause you never know. I’d die for just a minute to hold her right now...
So sorry James, prayers for you and your family! I hope that you all are back together now, God Bless you all!!
@@antonettakutschera5077 wish I could say we are but not yet :’(
@@jamesgar182 Stay strong Sir God bless you and your tribe.
Bless you and your wife🙏🏾❤️
@@jamesgar182 what is the update ? Hope you two are united.
This is beautiful! Lamontagne is a hidden Legend to all! 🙏🙏🙏
oh my gosh, I just discovered this song and it made me stop everything I was doing and listen, and listen and listen again. I listened multiple times, looked up the lyrics, watched his videos and cried. Ray, I love your music. My prayers for you, your lovely wife and family. Much love from Bend Oregon.
This song gave me goose bumps for my tears to go over but I love it and I know I'm not alone. Survived Vietnam, oldest of 5 siblings and I've lost two brothers, both my parents and no stranger to heart break and pain and divorce. We make it through but sometimes I don't know how, couldn't without some dear friends.
Soch...whoever you are...thank you, you have my love and heart, what's left of it...love to those who still love....
Back at you my friend.... Blessings,It's so hard sometimes ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Who's listening to this beautiful music in 2024? =)
Me. Sept. 2024 .. and the summer clouds are passing by and winter comes, as if must, to us all.
I have Just Loved Ray Lamontagne from. The very beginning...saw him 3 times in one year...my boyfriend was definitely not Happy. I think he is just a Prophetic Soul put on this Earth, and, then there are His songs, which are simply Masterful, Beautiful and God God Given... thank You Ray...
أحبك, بلدي موسى الحبيب, 💜
Don’t know how I miss this song!? Thank you Season 5 of Virgin River❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
I can still remember the exact intersection I was sitting at when I first heard Ray's voice on the radio. I was grateful for that red light.
God, Ray. You did it again.
I-23 south at 94 in Michigan!
Centennial Park in Sydney, Australia. He was a support for a gig there in 2005. As I approached the area I still remember the chills when “alllll of this around us will fall over” echoed thru the trees.
He's AMAZING!!!! Heard him for the 1st time tonight and I LOVE his voice!💖
this song feels like comfort ♥️
Hello Dear, how’re you doing today?
It’s nice meeting you on here.
❤
September 27,2024..we will make it through this! Be strong be brave.. It will be ok
I’ve leaned on Ray more than once. Thank god for this man.
Right 🙏🏿🙏🏿
How have I never heard of him until today? What a beautiful, soothing voice he has.
I’m so glad he’s back. Ray’s music helped me through depression in middle and high school. To this day, even. This dropped at the perfect time too. I felt like I was losing my mind
Kiara Moten glad you made it through, you will again. Best to you.
❤️
God Bless You Kiara ♥️🙏
God Bless You...
Ray's music really is so powerful isn't it? (I've loved his music over 11 years now, so crazy!) Glad it got you through. You have a lovely smile!!
Yes we make it through it, my love is strong even when weary.❤
Keep going, I’m still struggling.
I can hardly bear the beauty of this....
I did not expect this song to impact me the way it did.
It goes directly to the most deep of our soul.
😢😢😢
I absolutely love this song, you can feel it to your soul. And if that's any advice I give anyone, it's "we'll get through it, we always do".
Such a pretty song.
This a a most wonderful song, perfect lyrics and amazing backing.
Your ancestors are standing with you, be the warrior to break the generational curses. You can do it, no fear... 😊😚❤
Earlier in my life, I battled post partum depression that nearly killed me, quite literally. Even that didn't prepare me for growing old alone though. It seems at the lowest periods of my life, I turn to you Ray. We've shared some dark, desperate moments...im making it through this one, I promise. ❤
Hello Dear, how’re you doing today?
It’s nice meeting you on here!
My husband and I lost both his parents 2 yrs ago. Then my husband had a heart attack right before he had to have open heart surgery. Then my Daddy, by best friend passed away. Then my best 😮girlfriend since we were just kids died, and then my mama a year later. Just seemed to be no end in losing our special loved ones. It’d about done me end but my husband has this way of making me feel comforted and that we are gonna make it thru. He’s my rock God brought into my broken heart and life. I love you Rick. I’d never find another you.
One of the most underrated musicians of our time! Love his musical storytelling! Thank you, Ray...we will get through 🙏
Not one fan underrates Ray.....i'm one of them..i totally rate him.
How can some idiot put a thumbs down, this is Ray at his brilliant best.
paul cardno maybe they were watching upside down.
It was probably neil young
💔Sadly, there are poor souls in the world who’ve waxed bitter, and cold, lacking the sensitivities they may’ve had before the rains came….
…meaning, they were hurt so deeply that when loved ones made efforts to comfort them, were not only inconsolable, but were also insulted having mistaken someone’s efforts for being seen as weak, and from there, begin building walls up to protect themselves, and be perceived like the Rock of Gibraltar strong, instead of embracing pain the natural way, going through the process of healing by feeling it, and with time, often one is able to re~open their heart to love once again…
The trouble with putting walls up to purposefully prevent our heart’s from being broken again is to be emotionally crippled unable to feel passion, inspirations, excitements, grief, joy, sadness, hope, love, and all the rest!
Without feelings, it’s as if you’ve already died, and over time, without loving and being loved, the heart waxes mean, and bitter, and cold like a stone that
feels nothing….
So anyone who hits the 👎🏻to Ray’s beautiful heartfelt songs, sung by his uniquely comforting voice, should only
be pitied since they’re probably carrying around a very heavy, hardened heart….
🙏🏻💔🕊
Thankyou for helping me and my soulmate stay together and not give up. We are living in our van. Lost everything 🙏
This man is a direct conduit to the other side; a true conjurer.
My 91 year old mother is entering hospice following a sad hard life and a fall. Thank you Ray.
Its gonna be alright
Simply a beautiful, meaningful song.
august 2021, i'm not scared anymore
Man...he's a legend...and that harmonica is like home for me
Absolutely, his harmonica seems to have some power over me.
My feelings exactly ❤️ Is it not just extraordinary?
Hello Dear, how’re you doing today?
It’s nice meeting you on here.
I love the way that he has used the imagery from the Great Depression linking that with what we are now experiencing with Covid19. And then he writes the words and a melody that are timeless - a beautiful song and optimistic about the future.
I’m thinking it might be earlier. The clothes look like from the 1918 Spanish Flu times.
@@janetgalasso Yes, correct
Janet Galasso Yes. I have similar photographs of my Grandparents and their immediate families who lost more than half of their siblings during the 1918 pandemic.
LyRiCs:
"We'll Make It Through"
Had our share of the pain
Of the clouds, and the rain
Lean on me, and I'll lean on you
And together, we'll get through
We always do
We always do
Hello, you're scared 'cause you can't see the light
You toss and turn through the night
Holdin' me, and I'm holdin' you
And together, we'll get through
We always do
We always do
We always do
Where do you go, when there's no road to follow?
Faces look hollow, only strangers to you, now
Where do you turn, when this livin' starts to burn through
Layers that you learned wrap around your heart somehow
I turn to you
I always do
I always do
I turn to you
Hello, you're scared, can't see the light
Gotta believe it's gonna be alright
Lean on me, and I'll lean on you
And together, we'll get through
We always do
We always do
We always do
We'll make it through
We always do
We always do
💙💙💙💙💜💜💜❤❤❤
One of my favorite musician's
I turn to his gift.
Thank you for the lyrics.
Years later, you helped me.
Blessings to you. ❤️
Heard this on a TV show. My wife and I are now blown away by this song, and this man's talent
WHEN HE GETS BACK TO HIS ROOTS - HE'S FUCKING UNTOUCHABLE..!
BRAVO RAY - THANKS FOR THE ALTITUDE ADJUSTMENT..!
I wish my beautiful wife was alive today so I could play her this song.... I miss you Ashley, my love, my soulmate, my best friend. RIP 02/28/93 - 12/23/15
I'm so sorry. 😔❤
Relief for lockdown...
Came across this song just when I needed it. My husband has been sick since August with Covid pneumonia and is in a skilled nursing facility. Haven't hugged him or touched him since August. He's getting nearer the finish line but it's going to be a completely different life. This song brought me comfort. Thank you.
I hope he is ok.
Your comment made me shed a tear because i lost my husband(this is his account) from alcoholism in 2020.please keep us updated.
My husband got through Covid and learned how to walk again and was almost close to his normal self. Then life came and took another turn on us. He was just diagnosed with moderate to severe dementia. I'm heartbroken. We've been through so much together. This just breaks my heart.
I had the privilege to meet this man back in the day. One of the most surreal experiences ever. Though the conversation was about illinois corn fields i realized how much i care for his music and think he is a beautiful person.
A cold wet, superb afternoon and a strong dark beer in hand. The current mess around us all makes this sublime music even more joyous. It's perfect Ray. Thanks mate. From Byron Bay, Australia.
Every time I hear this song I think of my husband and I. So true and beautiful. I dedicate this song to Jimmy. My love.
This is the most beautiful song I have heard in ages. Thanks Ray :>
"Wraps around your heart somehow "❤
His music touches my heart n soothes my wounded soul!!! Thank you Ray
This is a song for us now.❤
I do not know how I missed this guy in my almost 70 years . I could say the same about Chris Stapleton, Leella James, or Joe Bonamassa. I close my eyes and I am on a rocking chair on a summer day in New England. Thanks great work!..................................
Hello from Adelaide, Australia on a beautiful sunrise.... yes his music is truly beautiful and calming. I'm looking out over the water on my front lawn ... it's so peaceful and my thoughts are of this troubled World of ours right now ... but we'll get through, we always do. ✌
Caroline Leaf, a neuro-scientist said in an interview that we don't get over grief or trauma, we get through it. I lost my parents and two brothers and felt like my world had stopped. After listening to Caroline Leaf, I had more courage and strength to carry on. Thank you Ray for this beautiful music, helping us all get through whatever we have to face in this life.
Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here.
@@raylamontagnemusic8200 Happy to meet you too, hope you have an enjoyable day.🙂
@@lizaC0001 It’s my pleasure, so have you ever been to our concerts
@@raylamontagnemusic8200 I would have loved to attend a concert, however, I live in South Africa, and have not been able to travel outside of the African Continent. Hope to do so one day.
This song feels like it's always been in his collection. I love it.
Battling life's storms, this song serves as a gentle harbor. In moments when I feel hollow and isolated, it wraps me in a warm embrace, whispering assurances of hope and healing into my soul with each note. Thank you for always being there, Ray. Your gift heals and shines through vastly.
I said I wasn't going to cry today. An ode to my husband.
Crying 's good. Cleanses the soul. 🌹
Godspeed
When I listen to him I always find myself looking up to the sky, searching the tree tops and clouds.
Heard this song during an episode of Virgin River, wow, stopped me in my tracks, a song for the ages, it fits so many life experiences.
Coming from a caregiver in a memory care unit going through a pandemic this song brings so much light to the surface . Thank you Ray
This song is my solace
Of course we'll make it through, Ray LaMontange! As long as you're around making heartwarming music 💓
#RAYLAMONTAGNE #MONOVISION Listening to your music is like watching a painter like Michaelangelo or Rembrandt create a masterpiece. You are a gifted poet and musician 😀👍👍👍🎸🥁🎹🎸💙💛💚🧡💜❤️💖
That harmonica, my God! This guy is everything today's music isn't and the reason why I love his music so much!
A beautiful song.
There are not words in all this world to describe how this song makes me feel.
Keep strong mybrother ,life is like the ocean we ride each wave as it comes ,every wave posses a different challenge,i hope you find peace my friend 🙏
Sounds like his old school stuff. God, I love this man's voice. His lyrics. His look. Everything. He just makes me feel everything.
Babies ❤ we'll get through always I love you Bruce ❤ 😘
Hello Dear, it’s nice meeting you on here.
I always thought people were lying when they said songs made them cry. Not anymore.
Just heard this song from the tv show 'Virgin River' I had to look it up.
Lost my nephew a month ago and we would always be there for one another. I could count on him, he could count on me. Boy do I miss him and this hits so hard cause he's gone and now it's just I.
From shack in South’ to being a orphanage to the homeless streets of big city pulled myself up and got skills in building industry worked my ass off saved my earning for years now I old it paid off I doing great! We always can make it no sad stories!😎👍
What a lovely peaceful feeling this song gives. Ray never disappoints.
We always do.. Shared this tonight with a friend. Thank you, could not have said it better!
I suffer from mental illness. Thanks Ray for your inspiring music I sing along sometimes. God bless you.